North East

As the curtains drew to a close on the Cherry Blossom Festival and the Shillong Literary Festival, one cannot help but wonder if these events have strayed from their original purpose. The festivals, touted as celebrations of culture...

https://youtu.be/B21yKmytqwk Shillong (Meghalaya), Nov 22: In a significant move, Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma has announced that the government will establish a Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) regulating the use of sirens, tinted glasses, and flickering lights in...

Manipur's streets have become a virtual battlefield, with ethnic clashes and violence escalating into a full-blown crisis. The conflict between the Meitei and Kuki communities has resulted in over 75 deaths, 1,700 buildings burned, and 35,000 people displaced....

Shillong (Meghalaya), Nov 21: Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma inaugurated the third edition of the Tri Hills Ensemble at the U Soso Tham Auditorium here, showcasing the vibrant arts, crafts, and culture of the state's three tribes: Khasi,...

Shillong (Meghalaya), Nov 20: In a significant stride towards smart governance, Meghalaya's Chief Minister, Conrad K. Sangma, inaugurated the Integrated Command and Control Centre (ICCC) at Umsawli, here. This cutting-edge facility promises to revolutionize the state's governance, rendering...

Shillong (Meghalaya), Nov 20: In a momentous occasion, Shillong-based journalist Rajib Chowdhury and Assam-based writer Madhu Raghavendra jointly launched senior journalist Subroto Bhattacharjee's debut book, "Surreal Symphony of Nature", at the Shillong Literary Festival held at Ward's Lake....

Shillong (Meghalaya), Nov 19 : In a landmark judgment, the Meghalaya High Court has ordered the state government to take immediate action to protect the Myntdu River, a vital source of cultivation, drinking water, and other purposes for...

Shillong (Meghalaya), Nov 19 : In a major breakthrough, Meghalaya's Department of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare has successfully launched the first export consignment of GI-tagged Khasi Mandarin to Lulu Mall, Dubai. This milestone marks a significant step towards...

Shillong (Meghalaya ), Nov 18 : In a significant step towards enhancing food security, the Meghalaya State Government has joined forces with the United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) to bolster the Public Distribution System (PDS) in the...

Highlights: Prominent Authors: Shobhaa De, Vikram Seth, and Jerry Pinto, among others, will share their insights and experiences. Cultural Performances: Stories, poetry, and performances will come alive on stage. Literary Discussions: Engaging sessions on contemporary writing and traditional...