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19 Nov

Students of NEHU persist with hunger strike, reject Acting VC’s appeal

Sonakshi SarkarMeghalaya

As the hunger strike by protesting students of Meghalaya’s North-Eastern Hill University (NEHU) entered its 15th day on November 19, Acting Vice-Chancellor Professor Nirmalendu Saha urged the students to call off their protest, highlighting the detrimental effects on their health and well-being. The students, who have been agitating for over two weeks, are demanding the resignation of Vice-Chancellor Professor Prabha Shankar Shukla, along with the Registrar, Deputy Registrar, and other university officials. In a heartfelt appeal, Prof. Saha assured the students that the administration is committed to safeguarding their education and welfare. “All decisions made during this phase are in…

26 Apr

Meghalaya Power Distribution Corporation Limited issued a shut down notice in Shillong and Upper Shillong areas on April 27

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Shillong, April 26: Meghalaya Power Distribution Corporation Limited (MPDCL) on Friday issued a notification stating that there will be no power supply at 132/33 KV Mawlai Grid Sub Station and 33/11 KV Sub Stations due to preventive maintenance work. On April 27 from 10 am to 4 pm in various areas. The affected areas include the whole of Mawprem, Lower Mawbah, Upper Mawbah, TB Hospital, Lummawbah, Lewduh, Mission and surrounding areas, Wahthabru, Sunny Hill, Lumdiengiri, Quallapaty, part of Jaiaw Langsnging, Garikhana, MES, Upper Lachumiere, Lama Villa, part of Lower Lachumiere, part of Laban, the whole of Oxford, Keating Road, part…

23 Mar

To commit illegal activities the HNLC is using latest technologies including social media to lure youths in the state

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Recently East Khasi Hills SP Rituraj Ravi today confirmed that the HNLC is using latest technologies including social media to lure youths to commit illegal activities in the state. Actually the SP however added that the Meghalaya police too have lastest technologies to deal with the Modus operandi of the HNLC. In fact asking youths not to fall prey to the tactics of HNLC, the SP said that those who are giving finance to HNLC are indulging in teror funding and Police would take action against such individuals. Actually the statement came from East Khasi Hills SP as the police…

22 Mar

At the Umiam Bridge in view of the ongoing retrofitting work MePGCL on Thursday announced restrictions on the movement of vehicles

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Recently The Meghalaya Energy Power Generation Corporation Limited (MePGCL) on Thursday announced restrictions on the movement of vehicles for a period of eight days, starting from March 31, at the Umiam Bridge in view of the ongoing retrofitting work which is very essential. Actually the MePGCL had stated that there will be complete traffic blockage of the Umiam Bridge for a minimum of six hours from 8 am to 2 pm on March 31. They actually stated that after the work is completed, only ambulances will be allowed to ply. In fact one half of the road will be opened…

20 Mar

Recently a golf ball hit a car

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At a time when authorities are taking measures to open a park at Golf Link Road area, recently random playing of golf without proper management is raising safety concern among the general public. A golf ball reportedly hit a car belonging to a female government employee working at NEHU campus, completely cracking the front window shield and leaving the female driver injured and bleeding. This reportedly transpired at 10 am on March 12. Some players were reportedly playing at the site of the golf field where practicing the sport is not allowed. Actually when the matter was not brought to…

13 Mar

Recently a mild intensity earthquake hit western Meghalaya

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On Tuesday afternoon a mild-intensity earthquake hit western Meghalaya, an official said. The earthquake with a magnitude of 4.0 was detected at a depth of 5 km in West Garo Hills district at 2:27 pm, the official at the Regional Seismological Centre here said. Actually the tremors were felt across the state but there were no reports of loss of lives or damaged property. This is not very serious issue as this type of incident always happens and people need to know how to survive from it. Today it becomes very important for all people to know how to survive…

29 Feb

One day spring summer exhibition in Shillong

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Recently the one-day spring-summer exhibition was organized by The Vintage Vogue at Courtyard, by Marriott on Wednesday. Actually organizers Paridhi Agarwal and Jyoti Agarwal, who curated the entire exhibition, highlighted that the stalls feature a wide range of products, including apparel, footwear, and organic items, catering to various price ranges. In fact Paridhi Agarwal expressed, “The concept behind hosting such an exhibition in a five-star hotel is to encourage people from all backgrounds to visit and explore the variety of items on display, even if they don’t make purchases.” Actually Manik Chand Jewellers, among the exhibitors, showcased their authentic gold…

27 Feb

For SBA CM urged to provide immediate temporary office

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Recently The Shillong Bar Association (SBA) on Monday urged the Chief Minister, Conrad K. Sangma to provide immediate temporary accommodation. Actually a delegate from the Shillong Bar Association had met Chief Minister in his office chamber to inform him on their plight of the members/lawyers of the association after the terrible fire incident in the SBA building on the night of February 24. In fact the Shillong Bar Association (SBA) delegates also requested the Chief Minister for immediate sanction of money for reconstruction of the Shillong Bar Association building in the interest of the members of the Bar, the public…

24 Feb

Recently Union Ayush Minister Sarbananda Sonowal unveils initiatives to boost capacity at NEIAH in Shillong

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Recently Union Ayush minister Sarbananda Sonowal launched multiple projects to scale up capacity at North Eastern Institute of Ayurveda and Homoeopathy (NEIAH) in Mawdiangdiang, Shillong. Actually the minister inaugurated a guest house while he laid foundation stones for administrative building, pharmacy building, etc. In fact the minister also announced OPD services at Smit, East Khasi Hills district. This is actually good thing as people are focusing on medical science and trying to make better future. Today people know the benefit of Ayurveda and Homoeopathy as it has many benefits for our health. Actually from Ayurveda and Homoeopathy treatment there is…

23 Feb

In Shillong 1269 high end tourists visited Cherry Blossom Festival

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Recently the much-hyped Cherry Blossom Festival in November last year was attended by tourists from all around the country, out of which only 1269 tourists can be termed as high-value tourists. Actually the total tourists who attended the festival were 22,991. In fact it may be mentioned that the state is pushing niche-tourism and welcoming high-value tourists, who spend more and contribute handsomely to the state economy. Actually this was informed by State Tourism Minister, Paul Lyngdoh on this Thursday, in a reply to a question raised North Shillong MLA Adelbert Nongrum, in the state Assembly. The government is categorizing…