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Funeral service of Ricky Syngkon held in Nongsder
Nongsder, Feb 22: The funeral service of Shillong MP Ricky Syngkon was held at the ICAR residential complex ground, Nongsder, Ri Bhoi, on Saturday afternoon. People gathered in large numbers here to pay tribute to the departed leader. Prominent church and political figures attended the service. VPP president Ardent Basaiawmoit,…
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Congress condoles death of Syngkon
Shillong, Feb 20: The Meghalaya Pradesh Congress Committee (MPCC) has expressed condolence to the family of (L) Ricky A J Syngkon on his sudden and untimely demise. In a gesture of solidarity and respect, the President of the MPCC, Vincent H Pala, along with Member of Parliament from Tura, Saleng A…
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New book gives an insight into Operation Sindoor
Shillong, Feb 20: Operation Sindoor following the Pahalgam terrorist attack has changed India’s position as a military power in many ways. Though there have been criticisms, there is also a narrative that needs to be presented to the civilians. Red Lines Redrawn: Operation Sindoor and India’s New Normal, a new…
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NEHU remembers Syngkon
Shillong, Feb 20: The fraternity of North-Eastern Hill University (NEHU) on Friday mourned the demise of Dr. Ricky AJ Syngkon. A condolence meeting was held at the University’s Multi Use Convention Hall, where teachers, officers, staff, research scholars, and students gathered to pay tributes to the departed soul. Prof. Rajkumar…
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PM condoles death of Syngkon
Shillong, Feb 20: Prime Minister Narendra Modi condoled the death of Shillong MP Ricky Syngkon on Friday. Syngkon passed away on February 19. “Saddened by the passing of Lok Sabha MP from Shillong, Dr. Ricky AJ Syngkon. He will be remembered for his dedicated service to the people of Meghalaya.…
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CM announces holiday on Feb 21
Shillong, Feb 21: Chief Minister Conrad Sangma announced a holiday on Saturday (Feb 21) to facilitate the participation of people in the funeral of Shillong MP Ricky Syngkon. The holiday will be applicable in all the districts covered by the Shillong Parliamentary Constituency. Starting the obituary reference, the Chief Minister…
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Death of Shillong MP: Assembly adjourned
Shillong, Feb 20: The Assembly was adjourned on Friday as a mark of respect to the Shillong MP Ricky Syngkon, who passed away on February 19. The Business Advisory Committee met in the Speaker’s chamber and decided to adjourn the House. “The BAC decided to suspend the House for a…
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Shillong MP Ricky Syngkon no more
Shillong, Feb 19: Shillong MP Ricky Andrew J Syngkon (54) passed away on Thursday evening. VPP leaders confirmed the death of Syngkon who was admitted in Roberts Hospital here. According to sources, Syngkon collapsed while playing Futsal in Mawlai Mawiong. Later, he was taken to Community Health Centre there but…
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HC wants former EJH SP to appear on Feb 24
Shillong, Feb 19:The High Court of Meghalaya has asked the former East Jaintia Hills Superintendent of Police, Vikash Kumar, to be present in the court on February 24, along with Pankaj Rasgania, who has taken over charge as the SP of the district, when it takes up the illegal coal…
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Mukul refers to Feb 18 debate, says it’s disregard for rules
Shillong, Feb 19: Leader of Opposition Mukul Sangma urged Speaker Thomas A. Sangma on Thursday to expunge portions of the February 18 question hour where there was a kerfuffle between him and the chief minister over the ILP issue. Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma addressed Mukul directly, asking him not…
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