Meghalaya

07 Sep

Meghalaya called for immediate action after 82 families were trapped along the border

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The recent construction of the Indo-Bangladesh border fencing in the South Garo Hills of Meghalaya has led to a significant and alarming development. According to reports, at least 82 households from the Rongara-Siju constituency have been forced to relocate into the "no man's zone," which is the area that sits between the formal borders of the two countries. This area is frequently a source of logistical and legal uncertainty because it is typically regarded as neutral territory with no established jurisdiction. Particularly from Rakkam Sangma, the Cabinet Minister and local MLA of the impacted area, the relocation has drawn criticism…

22 Aug

Umiam dam water level is rising; Locals are advised to be cautious

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The Ri Bhoi District administration in Meghalaya has issued a cautionary notice as water levels at the Umiam Dam approach capacity. As of August 13, the water level stood at 3209.68 feet, prompting officials to warn of potential releases in the event of heavy rainfall. "People staying in the downstream of Umiam dam are requested to be extra cautious," the Deputy Commissioner stated in a press release. To avoid mishaps, the administration urged the populace to stay out of rivers and streams. The alert goes beyond just potential water hazards. Authorities emphasized the potential of electrocution in the event of…

21 Aug

A Meghalaya NEC employee is accused of raping a female coworker

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A 58-year-old senior employee of the North Eastern Council, Meghalaya, has been remanded to 14-day judicial custody after he was arrested on Monday for allegedly sexually assaulting a 21-year-old female coworker. The accused identified as Shambhu Sharma is a cashier at the NEC. The arrest was made after the young woman filed her complaint at the Laitumkhrah police station in Shillong, in which she had narrated her alleged assault. The complaint mentioned that Sharma had asked the woman to accompany him to a bank in Shillong for assistance in some work-related task. Sharma was able to convince the young woman…

12 Aug

Meghalaya Chief Minister thanked FM Sitharaman for his help in construction of new road

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The Union Ministry of Finance has sanctioned Rs 2,500 crores to Meghalaya for the development of new roads under the Externally Aided Projects (EAP). Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma met with Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on August 12, the details of which he shared on the microblogging site X. He was accompanied by Deputy Chief Minister Prestone Tynsong. "Had a productive meeting with Hon'ble Union Minister Smt. @nsitharaman ji," he stated in his post. conveyed my appreciation for the approval of new roads under the ₹2500 Cr Externally Aided Projects." CM Sangma also disclosed that he has asked the…

11 Jul

Meghalaya urges central assistance for pumped storage projects at NE conference

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Meghalaya's Power Minister Abu Taher Mondal advocated for the reinstatement of Central financial assistance for small hydro power projects during the North East Region Power Ministers’ Conference held in Guwahati. Chaired by Union Power Minister Manohar Lal Khattar, the conference served as a pivotal platform for addressing crucial energy sector issues and fostering collaborative solutions. Minister Mondal emphasized the critical need for continued support from the Power Ministry, particularly highlighting the halted funding stream for small hydro power projects. He also urged for expedited approval of the detailed project report (DPR) of Meghalaya Power Distribution Corporation Limited (MePDCL) under the…

03 May

Meghalaya: Centre approved Scientific coal mining

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Centre has accepted the proposal of scientific mining of coal in the state of Meghalaya. The govt. has granted the mining leases to 4 miners. "I am happy to inform you that about a week or 10 days back, the Government of India has approved the mining leases to four miners. Hence, we have overcome the largest hurdles that we had for the process of scientific mining and legal mining to start in the state," Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma said, "Therefore, now once we have the public hearing and the forest clearance and mining plan approved which are…

11 Apr

Lueur Aesthetics’s Second Branch Launches in Meghalaya

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Dr. Debeshi, in partnership with Ragini Shadap, has opened a brand new Lueur Aesthetics Shillong branch in Shillong, Meghalaya, in response to the growing popularity and demand. And, as a result of its successful introduction, it has already won the hearts of the locals. Dr. Debeshi was the first in the NorthEast to offer FDA-approved high-end technology and Hollywood treatments including the Alma clear lift, clear skin, Ultracel MNRF, HIFU, Hydrafacial MD, Oxygeneo, INMODE Lumecca, Forma, and Dermafrac. She was also the first to bring the most popular and sought-after products to the people of North-East India, including Coola, Shangpree,…

26 Oct

Meghalaya CM to use Koo to share updates

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Shri Conrad Sangma, the Chief Minister of Meghalaya, has joined India’s multi-lingual micro-blogging platform Koo to engage with people from the state and the region in their mother tongue. Koo App empowers Indians to connect and converse in their native language. Koo App is well represented by Chief Ministers of multiple states including CM of Uttar Pradesh Yogi Adityanath, Haryana CM Manohar Lal Khattar, Madhya Pradesh CM Shivraj Singh Chouhan, Karnataka CM Basavaraj Bommai, CM of Assam Himanta Biswa Sarma and Tripura CM Biplab Kumar Deb, who actively Koo on people-led initiatives and activities in their respective states. Using the…

15 Aug

Meghalaya:Curfew In Shillong, Internet Snapped After Violence On Independence Day

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A total curfew has been imposed in Shillong and internet services have been shut down in the capital city of Meghalaya and several other parts of the state after stray incidence of violence marred Independence Day celebrations. The curfew will be in place till August 17, said a state government order.A police vehicle of the Mawkynroh Police Outpost was set ablaze by unidentified men in Jaiaw locality in Shillong this afternoon. Police personnel aboard the vehicle, including the officer in-charge of the outpost, escaped the spot unhurt. According to reports, the men seized the vehicle with weapons belonging to the…

21 Jul

Over one lakh people affected in Meghalaya Floods

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Over a lakh have been affected due to the floods in the plain belt of West Garo Hills in Meghalaya, the area District Collector Ram Singh said. Five people have lost their lives. The area has witnessed a surge in water levels since the last one week, with most areas submerged under the flood, caused by the backflow of the Brahmaputra river. As many as 175 villages have been affected by the flood, he added. With over 1,70,000 people affected by the floods, the district administration has set up 22 relief camps. The government has promised an ex gratia payment…