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Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma announced a plan to strengthen education in Meghalaya, announcing the implementation of a revised pay structure for Adhoc and SSA teachers starting May 1. This initiative is part of a broader reform agenda aimed at addressing systemic weaknesses in...

Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma has clarified that no permanent construction will be allowed on Lumpongdeng Island under the proposed resort project. Addressing environmental concerns, he stated that only temporary structures such as tents and stalls will be permitted for short...

Kohima, April 8 – The by-election to the Koridang Assembly constituency in Nagaland’s Mokokchung district on Thursday has turned into a fiercely contested multi-party race, with two veteran leaders and four first-time candidates vying for the seat.The by-election was necessitated by the death...

Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma met Union Minister for Minority Affairs Kiren Rijiju in Delhi on Wednesday to express concerns about the proposed FCRA Amendment Bill, particularly the provisions regarding asset vesting and registration renewal. Accompanied by Deputy Chief Minister...

Kohima, April 7 Campaigning for the Koridang (ST) Assembly by-election in Nagaland ended on Tuesday amidst a tense political atmosphere following reports of violence over the past 48 hours, officials said.Officials said at least one person died, several were injured, multiple vehicles were...

Shillong, April 4 National People's Party (NPP) chief and Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma will campaign for party candidate Ganseng B. Sangma in Assam's Boko-Chaygaon constituency on Monday, party leaders said.Preparations are underway at the Santi-Nijora Club, where senior leaders...

Shillong, April 2 American travel writer and researcher, Patrick A. Rogers, known for his work on Meghalaya's "living root bridges," has died of a cardiac arrest while on a tour to a remote village in the East Khasi Hills district, officials said on Thursday.In a post on X, Chief Minister...

Kohima, April 2 NPP president and Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma called for collective efforts by political leaders, civil society organizations, and religious institutions to create meaningful opportunities for young people.Campaigning for party candidate I. Abenjang ahead of the...

Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma announced a series of important decisions made during the Cabinet meeting on Wednesday, focusing on administrative reforms and economic development.Speaking to the media, he said that the Cabinet approved several service rules, including the Meghalaya Science...

The Government of Meghalaya has signed a Letter of Intent with Starlink India to improve digital connectivity across the state.Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma witnessed the signing and stated that the initiative will play a key role in promoting inclusive growth and strengthening the state's...

Shillong, April 1 – Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma said on Wednesday that satellite-based internet services through Starlink would have a "transformative impact" on last-mile connectivity in the state, particularly in remote and underserved regions.Speaking after witnessing the...

Shillong, April 1 – Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma urged students to pursue their passions with determination and adapt to the rapidly evolving technological world, while addressing the Meghalaya IT Awards 2026 ceremony in Shillong.Speaking at the U Soso Tham Auditorium here, Chief...

Today, the State Government signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the National Jal Jeevan Mission to strengthen rural water supply systems, in the presence of Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma and Union Minister C. R. Patil.The agreement allows for the release of central funds while...

Shillong, March 27 – Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma reiterated the state government's commitment to ensuring safe and sustainable access to drinking water for every household on Friday, as a key Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed with the Centre under the Jal Jeevan Mission...

Shillong, March 24 Meghalaya Governor C.V. Vijayashankar on Tuesday approved a new legislation by the Garo Hills Autonomous District Council (GHADC) that bars non-tribals from contesting tribal council elections, officials said.The GHADC had on Monday approved a key amendment mandating that...

Shillong, March 13 – The district administration of West Garo Hills in Meghalaya has extended the curfew in Tura and across the district, while granting a six-hour relaxation on March 14 to allow residents to purchase essential items and attend to urgent needs, officials said on Friday...

Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma visited several areas in the town on Thursday to assess the situation following recent unrest and property damage. During the visit, he met with residents, community leaders, and officials, and inspected areas where shops and buildings had been damaged. The Chief...

Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma has appealed for peace in West Garo Hills amid the prevailing tension in the region. He stated that the Garo Hills Autonomous District Council election has been postponed in response to public sentiments and demands. The Chief Minister also denied...

Shillong, March 12 – Normalcy is gradually returning to Tura in Meghalaya’s West Garo Hills district after two days of unrest. Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma visited several affected areas on Thursday and directed officials to immediately provide food assistance to residents impacted by the...

Tura, March 12 Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma and his MLA wife, Mehtab Chandee A. Sangma, visited several areas in the violence-affected town of Tura on Thursday to meet residents and assess the situation on the ground, officials said.The visits took place even as a curfew remained...