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Shillong, March 8 – Phrangki Buam and Kenstar Kharshong each scored a goal as Shillong Lajong FC came back from a goal down to secure three points against Real Kashmir FC, marking their first win in the Indian Football League 2025-26 at the SSA Stadium in Shillong on Sunday.Seijoseph Haokip...

Tura (Meghalaya), March 7 Conrad K Sangma, who became Meghalaya's longest-serving chief minister in terms of continuous tenure by completing eight years in office, said development must be measured by the difference it makes in people's lives.Addressing a programme here on Friday to mark eight...

Shillong, March 6 – Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma on Friday said that the true measure of governance lies not merely in infrastructure development, but in improving the daily lives of citizens. The state government marked eight years in office with the “Our Magnificent Meghalaya...

New Delhi, March 6 When Sanfida Nongrum scored in the 52nd minute after coming off the bench against Vietnam in India’s opening match at the Perth Rectangular Stadium during the 2026 AFC Women’s Asian Cup, it marked the return of an Indian goal at the continental tournament and announced the...

To commemorate World Hearing Day 2026, the Cell for Persons with Disabilities at Lady Keane College, Shillong, in collaboration with the National Programme for Prevention and Control of Deafness under the National Health Mission, Government of Meghalaya, organized an awareness programme on...

Shillong, March 4 North Eastern Hill University (NEHU) registrar-in-charge Kailash Chandra Biswal sustained head injuries after stones were thrown at his vehicle at the Mawlai Bypass in Shillong, police said on Wednesday.The incident took place on Monday evening when Biswal was leaving the...

Shillong, March 2 Residents of Meghalaya are set to witness the final phase of a total lunar eclipse on Tuesday evening, with the northeastern state expected to have a clearer view of the celestial event compared to most parts of the country.In Shillong, the moonrise is expected at 5:23 pm...

Fatorda/Shillong, February 28 – The Indian Football League (IFL), the country’s second-tier men’s professional competition, will have its first double-header on Sunday, continuing its opening weekend action as Dempo SC hosts Real Kashmir FC at Fatorda and Shillong Lajong meets Rajasthan United...

Shillong, February 27 Members of the Meghalaya Legislative Assembly on Friday abandoned their official vehicles and chauffeurs, and boarded a bus to the New Shillong Township, where Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma showcased key infrastructure projects, including the upcoming secretariat and the...

Shillong, February 27 A wanted member of the banned Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC) in Meghalaya, allegedly involved in the 2024 IED blast in the state capital, surrendered to the district police in Mairang, DGP I Nongrang said on Friday."The senior leader of the militant group...

Shillong, February 26 Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma said on Thursday that the state government is taking steps to address the alleged derogatory remarks made by a senior BJP leader, asserting that the law will take its course while urging people to maintain restraint.Senior BJP...

Shillong, February 25 Senior BJP leader Sunil Deodhar courted controversy by allegedly making derogatory remarks about Christians and Jesus Christ during a gathering in Meghalaya, and subsequently apologized after receiving protests from various quarters, including his own party.The ruling...

Shillong, February 25 Two young men undergoing Agniveer training at the Assam Regimental Centre here have died due to a suspected bacterial infection, while 28 other trainees are under medical observation at the Military Hospital, Shillong, officials said on Wednesday.One trainee died last...

Shillong, February 25 The Meghalaya Cabinet has approved a Bill to upgrade the Indian Institute of Public Health (IIPH) in Shillong into a state university, officials said on Wednesday.The cabinet meeting, chaired by Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma on Tuesday evening, cleared the Indian...

Gulmarg, February 24 Two races, two gold medals, and a promise fulfilled.Nordic skier Kajal Kumari Rai achieved an emotional comeback at the Khelo India Winter Games, winning back-to-back gold medals a year after a personal tragedy had derailed her campaign.Kajal's world had come crashing...

Imphal, February 23 – Manipur Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla said on Monday that the National Integration Tour helps people understand the country's diversity, pluralism, and cultural unity, while fostering a stronger sense of national integration.On Monday, the Governor visited the headquarters...

Shillong, February 23 Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma said on Monday that the health department is investigating the circumstances at the Mawiong Primary Health Centre following concerns about the availability of a doctor when late MP Dr Ricky AJ Syngkon was brought there after he...

Shillong, February 21 The mortal remains of Meghalaya Lok Sabha MP Dr. Ricky AJ Syngkon were laid to rest at a Christian cemetery in Sumer village in Ri-Bhoi district on Saturday evening, amidst large-scale public mourning.Thousands of people, including political leaders, academics, religious...

President Droupadi Murmu expressed her condolences today over the death of Lok Sabha MP Dr. Ricky Andrew J. Syngkon from Shillong. In a social media post, President Murmu stated that Dr. Syngkon made significant contributions to the development of Meghalaya and worked for the well-being of its...

Kolkata, February 20 TMC general secretary Abhishek Banerjee expressed grief over the death of Shillong MP Ricky A J Syngkon, describing him as a dedicated public representative devoted to the welfare of the people.Syngkon, 54, reportedly collapsed while playing futsal on the outskirts of...