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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…

22 Feb

From February 26 to March 3 a week long Science programme

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Recently as part of the celebration of National Science Day 2024, the State Council of Science Technology and Environment, Meghalaya, along with Shillong Science Centre are jointly organising a week long Science programme from February 26 to March 3. Actually during the week, an open to all Run for Science (Marathon) competition will be organised on February 26. In fact there will be spot registration at 5:45 am. Actually the Run will commence from Polo Parking Lot via Golf Links-Mawroh-Sanker-Shillong Science Centre. In reality other activities to follow during the week are exposure visits, night sky observation, workshops and seed…

21 Feb

For a veterinary hospital in Upper Shillong Meghalaya CM Conrad Sagma announced an Rs 30 crore proposal

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On February 20 Recently Meghalaya chief minister Conrad Sangma actually informed the state assembly that a veterinary hospital will be set up at Upper Shillong. Sangma actually said in the assembly that they have already sent a proposal of Rs 30 crore under the Prime Minister’s Development Initiative for North East Region (PM-DeVINE) making everything clear. Earlier, leader of opposition Ronnie V Lyngdoh has requested the minister in-charge animal husbandry & veterinary AL Hek to take up with the prime minister for setting up veterinary hospitals in the state as he is also a senior BJP leader from Meghalaya. Actually…

17 Feb

On Friday Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma informed the Assembly that a statue of Khasi freedom fighter U Tirot Sing had been unveiled in Dhaka

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Recently Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma on Friday informed the Assembly that a statue of Khasi freedom fighter U Tirot Sing had been unveiled in Dhaka, Bangladesh, on Friday as a way to honour the contributions of the state and its citizens to the struggle for freedom. Actually according to the chief minister, the statue’s unveiling in Dhaka is a tribute to U Tirot Sing, a symbol of bravery, hope, and patriotism. An overjoyed chief minister also said, “I would like to officially thank the Bangladeshi government, the country’s Prime Minister, and all the stakeholders who made this possible.”Sangma emphasised…

16 Feb

On March 20 Calum Scott is set to make a pit stop and perform at the Lariti auditorium

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Recently internationally acclaimed musician, Calum Scott, who is famous for his popular track, ‘You are the reason’, is set to make a pit stop and perform at the Lariti auditorium here on March 20. Scott is will be in India to perform with British singer and songwriter, Ed Sheeran for his ‘+ – = / x’ Asia and Europe Tour in Mumbai on March 16. Actually his collaboration with Ed Sheeran on the global tour has been a phenomenal success, and Shillong is now the chosen destination for the next chapter of this musical journey, a statement from Rockski EMG…

12 Feb

Recently two days International Water Conclave 2024 concludes in Meghalaya

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Recently The International Water Conclave 2024 concluded at the Hotel Courtyard Marriot after two days of intensive deliberations. Actually the event saw the participation of various experts, scientists, policymakers, and stakeholders who shared insights and ideas on water management. In fact in the closing plenary, S.C. Sadhu, Secretary, Fisheries, Government of Meghalaya, actually provided a brief summarization of all the sessions. Dr. Shakil P. Ahammed, Additional Chief Secretary, Water Resources Department, Government of Meghalaya, also presented the Draft Shillong Declaration during the event. Actually D.P. Wahlang, Chief Secretary, also emphasised the significance of the conclave's timing and relevance. With it…

10 Feb

On Friday Police discerned that the cadaver of an infant found in a garbage truck

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Recently after a spine-chilling incident sent shockwaves across Lumshyiap, police on Friday discerned that the cadaver of an infant found in a garbage truck was dumped by a young domestic help of one of the residents of the locality. Actually police had the help of the Dorbar Shnong of Lumshyiap in unearthing who was responsible for the act. In fact the newborn male’s body was wrapped in a plastic bag when it was recovered from a garbage truck at Shanmari in Lumshyiap locality on Thursday morning. As per sources, the Dorbar Shnong and the police suspected the house help after…

05 Feb

The Border Security Force (BSF) Meghalaya recovered over 50,000 kgs of sugar intended for smuggling into Bangladesh

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Recently The Border Security Force (BSF) Meghalaya thwarted attempts to smuggle sugar across the Indo-Bangladesh border and recovered over 50,000 kgs of sugar intended for smuggling into Bangladesh. As per an official release from the headquarters of Meghalaya Frontier, “In a significant operation conducted on February 2, 2024, the vigilant troops of BSF Meghalaya, in collaboration with Meghalaya Police, successfully thwarted an illegal smuggling attempt of sugar along the Indo-Bangladesh border.” “The operation took place in the Maheshkhola bordering area under the South West Khasi Hills district of Meghalaya,” it actually said. Actually as per the release, during a joint operation…

08 Jan

For the Garo Hills region GSU has sought the appointment of a Garo SDO and SDPO

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Recently the GSU has sought the appointment of a Garo SDO and SDPO for the Garo Hills region, a statement issued by the union here on Sunday said.Actually the GSU, Western Zone North, Dadenggre lamented that not a single resident from the area has been appointed as the SDO or SDPO of the sub-division since it first received its status in 1982. In fact the union said that although it has been 41 years since it achieved the civil sub-division status only outsiders who do not speak the Garo language were posted to the area, the statement said. It added…

03 May

Scientific coal mining to begin in Meghalaya

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Centre has accepted the proposal of scientific mining of coal in the state of Meghalaya. The govt. has granted the mining leases to 4 miners. "I am happy to inform you that about a week or 10 days back, the Government of India has approved the mining leases to four miners. Hence, we have overcome the largest hurdles that we had for the process of scientific mining and legal mining to start in the state," Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma said, "Therefore, now once we have the public hearing and the forest clearance and mining plan approved which are…