Meghalaya

24 Mar

Power outages in states, heavy rainfall, and a hailstorm in Meghalaya

Banasree SarkarMeghalayaMeghalaya

Severe rain, hail, and strong winds battered Meghalaya and its surrounding regions, causing widespread disruptions. Electric wires and tree branches were toppled by the storm, leaving many places without power and creating issues for both the public and the authorities. With roads and rooftops blanketed in hail, the hailstorm transformed parts of Shillong, Mawiong, and Umiam into a winter wonderland. Residents were taken aback by the weather shift because the area's typically verdant scenery was momentarily white. Mawlai was particularly affected by the storm, as trees and high-tension cables were brought down along the main FCI Road. This led to…

20 Mar

India wins a FIFA friendly against the Maldives 3-0 at Shillong

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In a FIFA international friendly held at the JN Stadium in Shillong, the Indian men's national team demonstrated their dominance by defeating the Maldives 3-0. This was Shillong's first time hosting international men's football, demonstrating the state's advancements in infrastructure and fervent support from supporters. On his comeback from international retirement, Sunil Chhetri scored, and the Indian men's national football team won for the first time in 489 days under coach Manolo Marquez. India defeated Maldives in a friendly match, with Rahul Bheke and Liston Colaco scoring goals. The match was a preparation for India's 2027 AFC Asian Cup Qualifier…

17 Mar

Lungchun Khur is confirmed to be the tenth longest cave in India by Meghalaya

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At an astounding 13,618 meters, Lungchun Khur has been confirmed by a big caving expedition in Meghalaya as the ninth longest limestone cave and the tenth longest cave in India. During the "Caving in the Abode of the Clouds Expedition" that took place from February 2–28, international teams documented 22,663 meters of cave passages that had never been explored before. With intricate networks of relic passageways, inlet formations, and boulder chokes, the recently ranked Lungchun Khur has enormous underground river passages that are up to 30 meters wide and high. The discovery, which was located beneath the Muallian Spur, was…

11 Mar

Meghalaya’s Jaintia Hills farmers learn organic techniques at NEHU workshop

Sonakshi SarkarMeghalaya

Over 300 farmers in Meghalaya’s Jaintia Hills have embraced organic and integrated farming techniques through a specialized training workshop aimed at improving agricultural productivity and sustainability. Organized by Pt. Deen Dayal Upadhyay Community College (DDUCC) and the Skill Development Centre, Wahiajer, under North-Eastern Hill University (NEHU), the workshop provided farmers with practical demonstrations and interactive sessions that blended traditional methods with modern farming advancements. Experts led hands-on training, focusing on chemical-free farming, integrated farming systems, and environmental conservation. Farmers were introduced to innovative methods that could help them achieve economic independence and long-term sustainability. Following the workshop, the Golden Jubilee…

06 Mar

The Meghalaya CM announces the CM’s scholarship scheme for 80,000 Youth

Banasree SarkarMeghalaya

In a major step to help Meghalaya's youth, Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma announced the Chief Minister's Scholarship Scheme in his budget speech. This flagship program would help 80,000 students in the state starting in the upcoming fiscal year. The program would provide post-matriculated students with an annual payment of Rs 6,000 to assist with their educational costs. The Chief Minister explained the reasoning for the plan to reporters, saying: "We felt that the students, because all the feedback I get, seems students really need support." Therefore, even though we are unable to provide them with complete help in every…

05 Mar

Meghalaya CM launches OTS scheme for consumers of MeECL

Banasree SarkarMeghalaya

The One-Time Settlement (OTS) Scheme, 2025, which provides financial relief to Meghalaya Energy Corporation Limited (MeECL) customers, was introduced by Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma. Power Minister Abu Taher Mondal was present when the project was announced, and its goal is to lessen the burden of overdue electricity bills. Nearly 45,000 consumers would profit from the program, the chief minister announced at its launch, and more than Rs. 26 crore in levies and penalties will be eliminated. OTS Scheme 2025 applies to "Domestic Low Tension (DLT)" and "Kutir Jyoti/BPL" customers with a declared load of 5 KW or less,…

01 Feb

AI and Robotics will be included in Meghalaya’s school curriculum

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Robotics, artificial intelligence (AI), and emerging technologies will be incorporated into the curriculum by the Meghalaya government as part of a continuous update to the State Curriculum Framework (SCF) and the National Curriculum Framework (NCF). Chief Secretary DP Wahlang affirmed that in addition to these upgrades, pupils will be exposed to new language learning programs, robotics, artificial intelligence (AI), and the Internet of Things (IoT). "Yes, without a doubt," the Chief Secretary told reporters. There are changes being made to the educational curriculum. The State Curriculum Framework (SCF) is also being revised in conjunction with the National Curriculum Framework (NCF).…

28 Dec

Meghalaya Education Department implements new calendar to enhance academic discipline

Sonakshi SarkarMeghalaya

The Meghalaya Education Department has introduced a strict academic calendar to regulate school operations and curb unauthorized holidays. The new directive mandates that educational institutions adhere to the official schedule, with any deviations requiring prior approval. Under the revised system, the 2025 academic year will begin on February 10, with a structured Class Readiness Programme for students. Primary school students (Classes I-V) will undergo the preparatory phase until March 7, while middle and high school students (Classes VI-X) will complete it by February 28. In a major shift, the Department will oversee examination schedules for Classes VI-IX, and schools will…

08 Nov

Assam to restore 271 wetlands for floodwater diversion: concept note due by December

SayanAssam, Climate & Environment, latest, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagalandnature, Restoration, Wetlands

The Central Government has instructed the Assam Government to draft a concept note for the restoration of 271 wetlands aimed at facilitating floodwater diversion, with a deadline set for December this year. The North East Space Application Centre (NESAC) has already identified these 271 wetlands, which are potential candidates for rejuvenation to manage floodwaters. The Water Resources Department has pinpointed nine specific wetlands across seven districts that could be revived for this purpose, and a budget of Rs. 380 crore has already been allocated for the project. However, the Centre believes that a feasibility study must be conducted for all…

06 Nov

New Shillong to host modern industrial zones for economic growth

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In a significant move, the state cabinet on Tuesday changed the Meghalaya construction regulations to allow for the creation of industrial zones in the township of New Shillong. Speaking to the media after the cabinet meeting, Tourism Minister Paul Lyngdoh stated that the amendment's goal is to classify the industrial zones in the New Shillong township. The objective behind this move is to regulate the construction of the buildings in the industrial zones of Mawhanu and Mawkasiang under the newly formed Shillong township area. “The amendment is broadly to facilitate the need to categorize the industrial zones as categorization was…