Meghalaya
Meghalaya Authorities Rescue 24 Children From Substandard Karnataka Facility: New Child Protection Measures Proposed
Dec 04, 2025 01:33 am CST
The Meghalaya Directorate of Social Welfare has rescued 24 children from a poorly-maintained facility in Karnataka, uncovering an illegal operation transporting minors across state lines. SCPCR Chairperson Agatha Sangma has urged the Chief Minister to implement standardized procedures to protect children sent to out-of-state institutions, as authorities crack down on unregistered organizations exploiting children under the pretext of education.
Environmental Crisis: Meghalaya's Pristine Umngot River Turns Brown Due to Road Construction Project
Oct 30, 2025 12:02 am CST
Meghalaya MP Ricky J Syngkon has urged the Central government to intervene as the once crystal-clear Umngot River has turned brown due to construction debris from the Shillong-Tamabil road expansion project. The environmental degradation threatens local tourism and livelihoods, with the MP calling for immediate remedial actions to save this natural wonder along the Indo-Bangladesh border.
Human Trafficking Ring Busted: Facebook Friendship Leads to Sale of Meghalaya Woman for Rs 3 Lakh in Rajasthan
Oct 29, 2025 02:40 am CST
Police have dismantled a multi-state human trafficking network after rescuing a Meghalaya woman who was sold for Rs 3 lakh and forced into marriage in Rajasthan. Three suspects were arrested in connection with a larger operation that has trafficked at least six women from Northeast India over two years. The victim was lured through Facebook by a man who promised marriage before selling her. Authorities warn of increasing social media-based trafficking targeting vulnerable individuals from rural areas.
Historic Redlands Building Demolition Sparks Outrage: Manipur-India Merger Site Destroyed
Oct 11, 2025 12:58 am CST
The demolition of Shillong's historic Redlands Building has triggered widespread protests across Manipur and Meghalaya. This iconic 1940s structure, where the Manipur Merger Agreement with India was signed in 1949, was razed despite preservation appeals from heritage groups. Meghalaya's Chief Minister Conrad Sangma has denied government involvement and promised a thorough investigation, while politicians and cultural organizations have condemned the destruction as an erasure of crucial historical evidence.
"I Was Crying": Northeast Indian Flight Attendant Faces Racial Abuse in Delhi's Public Spaces
Oct 10, 2025 12:52 am CST
A 27-year-old flight attendant from Meghalaya experienced repeated racial harassment in Delhi, highlighting ongoing discrimination against Northeast Indians in urban centers. Rittu Marak's viral social media post about being called racist slurs twice in one hour has sparked renewed conversations about diversity awareness and inclusion in India's capital.
Assam, Meghalaya Taxi Standoff Leaves Several Tourists Stranded
Sep 18, 2025 05:35 pm CST
Several tourists were left stranded at the Assam and Meghalaya border near Guwahati after taxi operators in Assam banned the entry of vehicles into the state from Meghalaya.
Ex-Manipur MP Lorho S Pfoze Joins NPP In Meghalaya
Sep 17, 2025 02:20 am CST
Former Manipur MP Lorho S Pfoze joined Meghalaya's ruling National People's Party (NPP) on Tuesday.
Cabinet Reshuffle In Meghalaya, 8 MLAs Sworn In As Ministers
Sep 17, 2025 01:11 am CST
Eight MLAs, including seven new faces, were inducted into the Meghalaya cabinet on Tuesday as Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma effected a reshuffle in his coalition government.
India-Thailand Joint Military Exercise 'Maitree' Underway In Meghalaya
Sep 03, 2025 03:02 am CST
Army contingents of India and Thailand are taking part in a fortnight-long joint military exercise in Meghalaya, with a focus on company-level counter-terrorist operations in semi-urban terrain under a UN Charter, officials said on Tuesday.