Shillong, Meghalaya, celebrated Christmas with midnight services, vibrant carol groups, and festive illuminations. Governor and CM extended greetings as the state embraced the festive spirit. Read more.
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East Jaintia Hills police arrest two for Dhar Construction IED blast. Explosion damaged a water tanker; no injuries. Investigation reveals HNLC terror link. Read details.
Shillong Traffic Police implement measures to manage holiday congestion. Public urged to use transport, avoid peak hours, and follow rules against drunk driving. Plan your travel.
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Meghalaya Legislative Assembly held a pre-Christmas prayer service at its new Mawdiangdiang premises. Speaker Thomas A Sangma, CM Conrad Sangma, MLAs participated. Read more.
Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma honoured Shillong Municipal Board workers with a special Christmas breakfast, calling them the city's unsung heroes. Read about this heartfelt gesture.
Shillong paid tribute to Khasi poet laureate U Soso Tham on his 85th death anniversary. Governor and CM praised his role in preserving Khasi language and culture. Read more about the commemorations.
Banks in Shillong are closed today, December 18, 2025, for U SoSo Tham's death anniversary. Check city-wise operational status and available digital banking services.
Meghalaya High Court directs authorities to complete purchase of 11.75 acres for Shillong Airport expansion by Jan 10 and hand it to AAI. Read the latest updates on this crucial infrastructure project.
Meghalaya CM Conrad K Sangma launched a city beautification drive in Shillong, distributing grants and inaugurating CCTV installations. The initiative focuses on making towns clean, green, and safe with community participation.
Meghalaya CM Conrad K Sangma celebrated pre-Christmas with state secretariat officials in Shillong. The city is aglow with festive spirit, markets bustling, and carols filling the air. Read more about the celebrations.
Shillong and Aizawl recorded India's best AQI levels, while Delhi's pollution was 3x worse. Discover the Northeast's air quality divide and the PM2.5 risks in urban hubs.
In Meghalaya, a powerful citizen-led movement is transforming waste management. Residents, inspired by Swachhata Hi Seva, are cleaning public spaces, supported by innovative schemes like the Green Deposit. Discover how communities are taking charge.
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US authorities disrupted a planned New Year's Eve bombing campaign by a far-left group. Read details of the FBI operation and the suspects' alleged targets.
North-Eastern Hill University creates a semiconductor chip to repel the destructive red spider mite, offering a sustainable alternative to pesticides for India's tea industry. A major step for the India Semiconductor Mission.
US authorities disrupt a major New Year's Eve terror plot in Los Angeles, arresting suspects linked to a far-left extremist group. Read details of the foiled IED attacks.
Meghalaya's health department celebrated its first awards & Christmas event, honouring 15 NQAS-certified health centres. Minister Wailadmiki Shylla commended teams for quality care.
US federal authorities have arrested five individuals linked to a radical group, preventing coordinated IED attacks planned for New Year's Eve in Los Angeles. Read the full details of the foiled terror plot.
Coimbatore district collectorate received its 16th bomb threat email in recent months. Police and bomb squads conducted a search, found nothing suspicious. Read the full details.
Discover how Meghalaya is reviving its economy through a unique creative focus—from literary festivals and local fruit wines to grassroots music and a cosmopolitanism rooted in Khasi culture.
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Meghalaya's Anti-Narcotics Task Force detained Sayed Ali in Shillong, recovering 25.45 grams of heroin. Read the full details of the drug bust operation here.
A special POCSO court in East Jaintia Hills district sentenced a man to 15 years of rigorous imprisonment for sexual violence against a minor. The court also imposed a fine of Rs 50,000. Read the full details.
A police vehicle was targeted by an IED in Dera Ismail Khan, killing three officers. The attack, claimed by unidentified terrorists, highlights ongoing security challenges.
East Khasi Hills DM issues order banning overloaded hay trucks in Shillong to prevent fire hazards and road litter. Violators face prosecution under BNS.
Over 100 Meghalaya artisans showcased crafts at the PM Vishwakarma Exhibition in Shillong, generating ₹5.5 lakh revenue. Discover how this scheme empowers local talent.
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16-year-old Phulo Dhanwar died in West Singhbhum IED explosion while collecting firewood. Two women seriously injured in latest Saranda forest blast. Read full details.