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Katakey panel asks govt to demolish 33 coke oven plants
Shillong, Nov 3: The high-court appointed Katakey committee dealing with illegal coal mining has asked the government to demolish 33 illegal coke oven plants within one week. The 33rd interim report report of the retired justice BP Katakey wanted demolition of the 33 (16 in East Jaintia Hills District and 17…
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Power minister to address frequent disruptions
Shillong, Nov 3: Power Minister Metbah Lyngdoh informed that unannounced power disruptions will be addressed. Speaking to reporters on Monday, Lyngdoh said the ongoing power shutdowns are temporary measures necessary for infrastructure upgrades and new scheme implementations. “The shutdowns are not load shedding, but rather planned outages to activate new…
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Archbishop instills hope as Catholics observe All Souls Day
Shillong, Nov 3: Archbishop of Shillong Victor Lyngdoh has urged the faithful to renew hope in God on All Souls’ Day, on November 2. The faithful of all the Catholic parishes in the state remembered the departed on the day. All Souls Day is dedicated to remembering and praying for…
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Krimkro Music Festival 2025 on November 8 at Wangala ground
Shillong، Nov 2: The third edition of Krimkro Music Festival 2025, organised in conjunction with the 49th 100 Drums Wangala Festival, is scheduled on November 8 at Wangala A’dam, Chibragre, West Garo Hills, Meghalaya. The festival celebrates music, culture, and tourism, highlighting regional talent and fostering cross-border harmony through performances…
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Lumparing Vidyapith School celebrates platinum jubilee
Shillong, Nov 1: Lumparing Vidyapith School celebrated its platinum jubilee on October 30. The occasion was graced by Almo P. Syiem, Joint Director of Meghalaya School Education and Literacy, as the Chief Guest. The programme was attended by many distinguished guests, alumni, parents, and principals of adjoining schools. The event…
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Scindia lays base for Rs 233 crore Sohra circuit project
Shillong, Nov 1: Union Minister for Communications and Development of North Eastern Regionb( DoNER), Jyotiraditya M. Scindia, on Saturday laid the foundation stone for the Integrated Sohra Circuit Development The integrated plan by DoNER includes nine key projects designed to enhance visitor experience, promote eco-friendly tourism, and empower local communities.…
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Matribhumi Seva Award to city writer
Shillong, Nov 1: Writer and researcher Salil Gewali has been awarded the “Matribhumi Seva Puraskar” by Meghalaya Bihar Yuva Munch, Shillong. The award was presented during the Chhath Puja celebration by the President of Umshyrpi Chhat Puja Committee, Shiv Shankar Prasad, in the presence of a distinguished audience, artists, and…
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St. Mary’s HSS at Rangblang concludes golden jubilee celebrations
Shillong, Oct 31: St. Mary’s Higher Secondary School, Rangblang, one of the oldest educational institutions in the South West Khasi Hills District, on Friday concluded the year-long celebration of its golden jubilee. The celebration, which began last October, culminated this October after a full year of commemorative activities. St. Mary’s…
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Scindia to lay foundation stone for Sohra Tourism Circuit
Shillong, Nov 1: Jyotiraditya M. Scindia, Union Minister for Development of North Eastern Region (DoNER) and Minister of Communications, along with Conrad K. Sangma, Chief Minister of Meghalaya, will lay the foundation stone for the Integrated Development of Sohra Tourism Circuit in Sohra on Saturday. The event is being organised…
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Eight cops injured after ‘witchcraft mayhem’ in Sohra village
Shillong, Oct 31: Eight police personnel were injured after they tried to rescue a family that came under attack from a mob for allegedly practising witchcraft. Police arrested nine people for instigating the mob. East Khasi Hills SP Vivek Syiem said that on Thursday night, around 9.30 pm, the Officer-in-Charge,…
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