Meghalaya
State Desk • 30 Reports
Flash flood hits Jorabat, disrupts traffic on NH-6
Heavy rainfall causes severe waterlogging on National Highway-6 at Jorabat, disrupting traffic and posing risks to motorists. A small vehicle was swept away by strong currents, highlighting the need for a long-term solution.
Finding Home in Meghalaya's Hills
A Vietnamese poet's journey to Shillong, Meghalaya, where she finds a sense of home and connection to the people, culture, and natural beauty of the region.
Electoral Roll Revision Progresses in East Khasi Hills, Garo Hills
The Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls is underway in East Khasi Hills and Garo Hills, with thousands of Enumeration Forms distributed and digitised. Women Booth Level Officers are leading voter awareness efforts in rural communities.
KHADC Revokes Pastor's Marriage Licence
The Khasi Hills Autonomous District Council has revoked the marriage licence of Rev MacDonald Pyngrope, pastor of Mawkhar Presbyterian Church, following a petition from the Khasi Jaintia Presbyterian Synod Sepngi. The decision was made after Rev Pyngrope's episcopal ordination and recognition as a pastor were withdrawn.
FKJGP Seeks Extension of Mid-term Break for Meghalaya Schools
The FKJGP, Garo Hills Zone, has urged the Education department to extend the mid-term break for schools in Meghalaya, citing the extensive workload shouldered by teachers. The FKJGP argued that the intervening break was insufficient for teachers to effectively discharge their academic responsibilities.
Weisawdong Falls closed to tourists
The Sohra Civil Sub-Division has imposed a prohibitory order in and around Weisawdong Falls due to a renewed dispute between Laitduh and Umblai villages, closing the site to tourists until further notice.