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Meghalaya: NESO petitions Supreme Court to halt implementation of CAA

Meghalaya: NESO petitions Supreme Court to halt implementation of CAA

Mar 18, 2024

The petition seeks to stall the implementation of the Rules of the Citizenship (Amendment) Act, 2019, citing concerns over its potential adverse effects on the North Eastern region of the country.

Meghalaya: Indian Forest Service Association demands CBI inquiry into death of chief conservator of forests

Mar 18, 2024

The Indian Forest Service Association (IFSA) has written to the Meghalaya chief secretary, demanding a CBI inquiry into the death of the state’s chief conservator of forests N Luikham.

Meghalaya: Arms holders directed to deposit arms within 7 days in view of impending Lok Sabha polls

Mar 18, 2024

In light of the upcoming Lok Sabha elections on 19 April, the District Magistrate of East Garo Hills has issued a directive under Section 144 of the CrPC and Section 17 (3), (a) and (b) of the Arms Act, 1959.

NPP decides not to contest in 2 Lok Sabha seats in Arunachal, confirms Meghalaya CM Conrad Sangma

Mar 17, 2024

The National People's Party (NPP) has opted out of the race for two Lok Sabha seats in Arunachal Pradesh. As a part of the National Democratic Alliance (NDA), the NPP National Committee has resolved to back the NDA candidates in Arunachal Pradesh. 

Meghalaya: Centre allocates additional Rs 786.15 crore for Jal Jeevan Mission

Mar 16, 2024

The Central Government has allocated an additional fund of Rs 786.15 crore towards the Jal Jeevan Mission in Meghalaya.

CAA not applicable in Meghalaya because of six schedule protection: State BJP

Mar 16, 2024

Meghalaya BJP leaders declare the state's exemption from the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA), citing protection under the sixth schedule of the Indian Constitution. They further dismiss opposition to the CAA in Meghalaya as pointless.

Meghalaya: CM Conrad Sangma NPP government officially kickstarts Lok Sabha poll campaign in Adokgre

Mar 16, 2024

The National People's Party (NPP) officially launched its campaign for the upcoming Lok Sabha elections on Friday in Adokgre village, North Garo hills District, Meghalaya.

Meghalaya government signs MoU with Pepsi Co to setup the bottling unit in North Garo Hills

Mar 15, 2024

The Meghalaya government has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Pepsi Co. The agreement will allow the multinational corporation to establish a bottling unit in the North Garo Hills.

Meghalaya: Rebel group HNLC claims responsibility for IED blast near Shillong's Punjabi Lane

Mar 15, 2024

The Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC), a banned insurgent group based in Meghalaya, claimed responsibility for the IED blast that occurred near Shillong's controversial Punjabi Lane on March 9.

Meghalaya CM launches sports scholarship scheme in presence of John Abraham to boost local talents

Mar 14, 2024

Meghalaya's Chief Minister has launched a new sports scholarship scheme aimed at nurturing local talents.

Meghalaya, Arms Seizure, HNLC, IED Blast, Shillong, Punjabi Lane, Ri-Bhoi district

Arms and ammunition seized in Meghalaya, allegedly belonging to HNLC

Mar 14, 2024

Arms and ammunition allegedly linked to the banned Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC) were seized in Meghalaya. The seizure followed the arrest of four individuals associated with the outfit in relation to an IED blast in Shillong.

Meghalaya chief conservator of forest found dead at home

Mar 13, 2024

Meghalaya's Chief Conservator of Forest N Luikham allegedly died by suicide at his residence in the East Khasi Hills district on Wednesday, a police officer said.

CAA will not have any impact in Meghalaya: CM Conrad Sangma

Mar 13, 2024

Meghalaya CM Conrad K Sangma on Tuesday said the Citizenship (Amendment) Act will not have any impact in the state since the sixth schedule areas have been exempted from its purview even as several organisations

Shillong, Punjabi Lane, Amit Shah, IED Blast, Sikh Community, Relocation, Meghalaya

Meghalaya IED blast: Residents of Punjabi lane seek Amit Shah's intervention

Mar 13, 2024

Residents of Punjabi Lane in Shillong have appealed to Union Home Minister Amit Shah following an IED explosion in their locality, which resulted in one injury. The Sikh community suspects the explosion was intended to disrupt ongoing negotiations for their relocation to municipal land.

Meghalaya Police, IED Recovery, Hynniewtrep National Youth Front, Arrest, Blast Investigation

Meghalaya blast: 6 IEDs recovered from the arrested duo

Mar 12, 2024

Meghalaya police recover six improvised explosive devices believed to be linked to two recently arrested individuals. The duo is associated with Hynniewtrep National Youth Front, now under investigation for potential connection to a blast.

Meghalaya's CM initiates three major projects for Shillong's beautification and decongestion

Mar 12, 2024

Meghalaya's Chief Minister has inaugurated three significant projects for Shillong's beautification and decongestion. The projects are set to provide better infrastructure, stimulate local business growth, and serve as social hubs.

Fenela L Nonglait confirmed as BJP candidate for Lok Sabha elections in Meghalaya

Meghalaya: Senior advocate Fenela L Nonglait to contest LS elections on BJP ticket

Mar 12, 2024

Senior advocate Fenela L Nonglait has been confirmed as the BJP candidate for the upcoming Lok Sabha elections in Meghalaya. The announcement is set to be made on March 12.

Meghalaya's opposition Voice of the Peoples’ Party opposes CAA

Mar 12, 2024

Opposition Voice of the Peoples’ Party (VPP) on Monday said it is opposed to the Citizenship Amendment Act which will be implemented in pockets of Meghalaya, which are not under the Sixth Schedule.

Meghalaya CM Conrad Sangma chairs NPP meeting for upcoming Lok Sabha elections

Meghalaya CM Conrad Sangma chairs NPP meeting for upcoming Lok Sabha elections

Mar 11, 2024

The meeting delved into various concerns pertinent to the party's campaign strategies and electoral preparations.

Meghalaya police announce Rs 1 lakh reward for IED blast information

Mar 11, 2024

Meghalaya Police announced a reward of Rs 1 lakh for credible information leading to the arrest of people involved in the IED blast at the contentious Punjabi Lane area.

Meghalaya: Two arrested in connection with suspected IED blast in Shillong

Meghalaya: Two arrested in connection with suspected IED blast in Shillong

Mar 11, 2024

The identities of the arrested individuals have not been disclosed at the time of this report.