By Philip Marwein Shillong (Meghalaya), March 6: Chief Minister Conrad Sangma today categorically assured that his government will not compromise on the Meghalaya Land Transfer Act, 1971, amid plans to convert forest land into an Industrial Estate in Byrnihat.   Sangma's statement came in response...

Shillong (Meghalaya), March 5: The Meghalaya High Court has stepped in to address the pressing issue of inadequate crematoria facilities in the state. The court's intervention comes after concerns were raised about families being forced to travel long distances to cremate their loved ones.  ...

Shillong (Meghalaya), March 5: Shillong Lajong FC breathed new life into their title defense with a thrilling 2-1 victory over Rangdajied United in the OC Blue Shillong Premier League 2024 at the SSA Stadium at First Ground, Polo, here today.   Samchaphrang Lato (27') and...

Shillong (Meghalaya), March 5: Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma presented the state budget for 2025-26, outlining a deficit budget of ₹1,970 crore. This ambitious budget is designed to transform Meghalaya into a developed state by 2032, while maintaining a fiscal deficit within the prescribed 3.5%...

By Philip Marweiñ As Meghalaya celebrates 53 years of statehood, a harsh reality stares us in the face: our beloved state is still struggling to achieve food security for its burgeoning population of approximately 38 lakh people. The irony is stark – despite our progress,...