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Pynshngain Kurbah Becomes First Beneficiary of Meghalaya’s Sports Quota Policy Context In a landmark development for sports administration in Meghalaya, canoeist Pynshngain Kurbah became the first athlete to receive a government appointment under the state’s newly introduced Outstanding Sportsperson Direct Appointment Policy. The appointment letter was handed over by Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma during … Read more
Coal Miners Reject Government Offer of Small-Scale Mining Policy Context:Coal miners in Meghalaya have rejected the state government’s proposal to introduce a small-scale mining policy, demanding instead a practical framework that allows traditional coal owners and miners to participate in legal coal extraction. The issue reflects the continuing debate between livelihood concerns and environmental regulations … Read more
North East India Infrastructure Summit & Exhibition 2026 (NEIINFRA 2026) Why in News? NEIINFRA 2026 was held in Shillong, bringing together Union Ministers, Chief Ministers of all eight Northeastern states, policymakers, investors, and infrastructure companies to formulate a sustainable infrastructure roadmap for Northeast India. Organisers Major Highlights 1. ₹1.6 Lakh Crore Infrastructure Push 2. Mega … Read more
Meghalaya’s environmentalist, Hally War conferred the the Padma Shri Award 2026 Why in News?Environmentalist Hally War from Siej village near Sohra has been conferred the Padma Shri for 2026 in the field of Social Work. He is the sole recipient from Meghalaya in the Padma Awards 2026. About the Padma Awards The Padma Awards are … Read more
Why in News? Exercise PRAGATI 2026, a multinational military exercise hosted by India, was conducted at Umroi Military Station, Meghalaya, involving participation from 13 nations (including India). It is the maiden edition of the exercise aimed at strengthening military cooperation and interoperability among regional armies. Key Highlights Significance Practice Questions for MPSC Q1. Exercise PRAGATI … Read more
Meghalaya Together signs MoU for Free AI & Data Analytics Coaching Why in News? A Meghalaya-based initiative, “M’laya Together”, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to provide free coaching in Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Data Analytics for students and youth in the state. The initiative aims to improve employability and digital skills among Meghalaya’s youth … Read more
National Family Health Survey (NFHS-6) Why in News? The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW) released the preliminary findings of the Sixth National Family Health Survey (NFHS-6) on May 29, 2026. Coordinated exclusively by the International Institute for Population Sciences (IIPS), Mumbai, this round represents a historic shift as it was executed entirely without … Read more
Why in News? The Government of Meghalaya has recently entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Wadhwani Institute for Artificial Intelligence (Wadhwani AI). This strategic partnership aims to integrate AI-driven solutions to bolster the state’s efforts in Agriculture and Education. Key Highlights of the MoU Significance of the Initiative Related Recent Developments in Meghalaya Challenges and Way Forward Conclusion … Read more