Shillong, Dec 13: Francis G. Kharshiing, Mission Director of the Drug Reduction, Elimination, and Action Mission (DREAM), has emphasized the need to introduce vocational training programs at rehabilitation centers across Meghalaya to address the alarming relapse rates among youth recovering from substance abuse. Talking to Meghalaya News 24, Kharshiing stated, Continue Reading
Shillong Protest Decries Violence Against Minorities in Bangladesh
Hundreds of protesters took to the streets of Shillong on Friday to condemn the escalating violence against minority communities in Bangladesh. The unrest included the destruction of the bust of U Tirot Sing, a prominent Khasi freedom fighter, by rioters in Dhaka. The rioters also targeted the Indira Gandhi Cultural Continue Reading
Meghalaya Government to Adopt Measures to Ban Single-Use Plastic
The Meghalaya Government is taking significant steps to implement a ban on single-use plastic in the state. Tourism Minister Paul Lyngdoh highlighted that the state’s focus on promoting a “Green” theme was reinforced in a recent cabinet meeting, where measures to enforce the ban were discussed. “We are promoting the Continue Reading
Ed Sheeran’s Shillong Concert Tickets Sold Out in Record Time
Tickets for Ed Sheeran’s much-anticipated concert in Shillong, part of his “Mathematics Tour,” sold out in just five minutes after being made available on Wednesday at 4 PM. This rapid sell-out highlights the immense excitement surrounding the global pop sensation’s visit to Meghalaya. Tourism Minister Paul Lyngdoh commented, “As you Continue Reading
Winter Tales: Celebrating Meghalaya’s Green Tourism and Cultural Brilliance
The Winter Tales Festival, an iconic celebration initiated by the Meghalaya Government to promote Green Tourism, took center stage at Ward’s Lake, Shillong. Inaugurated by Tourism Minister Paul Lyngdoh, the event runs from December 12th to 14th and heralds the Christmas season while emphasizing sustainability and cultural vibrancy. Speaking to Continue Reading
Two Drug Traffickers from Manipur Arrested with Heroin in Umphyrnai
Two drug traffickers from Manipur, identified as Dontanglian (39) and Chingneilun (30), were arrested on Thursday at Umphyrnai under Madanriting Police Station. In an official statement, police said, “Today, the 12/12/2024, based on source information, the EKH police team apprehended the following persons at Umphyrnai under Madanriting PS: Shri Dontanglian Continue Reading
Facing Backlash, Education Minister Rakkam Sangma Defends School Holiday for Bryan Adams Concert
Shillong, Dec 11: Facing backlash from opposition parties, Meghalaya Education Minister Rakkam A Sangma has defended the state government’s decision to declare a holiday for all schools in Shillong on Tuesday. The holiday coincided with the highly anticipated Bryan Adams concert at the Polo Grounds, which marked the start of Continue Reading
UDP and HSPDP to Contest District Council Elections Separately, RDA Remains Intact
Shillong, Dec 11: The United Democratic Party (UDP) and the Hill State People’s Democratic Party (HSPDP), both key constituents of the Regional Democratic Alliance (RDA), have decided to contest the upcoming elections to the Khasi Hills Autonomous District Council (KHADC) and the Jaintia Hills Autonomous District Council (JHADC) separately. Continue Reading
Meghalaya Government Set to Fill Over 1,000 Vacancies in Education
Shillong, Dec 11: Meghalaya Education Minister Rakkam Sangma has announced the introduction of science streams in five government colleges and commerce streams in three colleges, creating 258 posts in the process. He further revealed that the state government is set to announce over 1,000 to 1,300 vacancies across various government Continue Reading
NPP Leader Rakkam A Sangma Suggests High-end Hotels Near Assam Border to Serve Beef
Shillong, Dec 11: National People’s Party (NPP) leader and Education Minister Rakkam A Sangma has suggested the establishment of high-end hotels along the Assam-Meghalaya border to cater to beef lovers affected by the Assam government’s ban on beef consumption. Talking to Mediapersons, the NPP leader said, “Since the Assam government Continue Reading