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Site Finalised for Garo Hills’ First Doppler Weather Radar (DWR) Why in News? The site for the first Doppler Weather Radar (DWR) in the Garo Hills region has been finalised at Albella Chidekgre village in Rongram C&RD Block, West Garo Hills, Meghalaya. The project, being implemented under the India Meteorological Department (IMD) in coordination with … Read more
FCRA Amendment Bill, 2026: Church Leaders Express Concern Over Proposed Asset Takeover Provisions Context:Church leaders in Meghalaya have raised objections to certain provisions of the proposed Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2026, arguing that they may allow the government to take control of assets created using foreign contributions if an organisation loses its FCRA registration. … Read more
Meghalaya’s Rare Pitcher Plant Has a Favourite Address: Northwest-Facing Hillsides Why in News? A recent scientific study on Nepenthes khasiana, India’s only native pitcher plant, has revealed that the endangered species shows a strong preference for northwest-facing hillsides, highlighting the importance of microhabitats in its conservation. The findings also emphasize that soil health is as … Read more
Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad Sangma inaugurated the Centre of Evolution at Reid Provincial Chest Hospital to strengthen specialised treatment, rehabilitation, and recovery services for individuals affected by drug abuse. Key Highlights Why in News? The inauguration of the Centre of Evolution and expansion of rehabilitation infrastructure marks a significant step in Meghalaya’s strategy to combat drug abuse through healthcare, rehabilitation, and social reintegration rather … Read more
Meghalaya CM Calls for Collective Action Against Drug Abuse; Reaffirms Commitment to DREAM Mission Context On the occasion of the International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking (26 June), Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma reiterated the State Government’s commitment to eliminating drug abuse through the DREAM Mission. He emphasized that the fight against … Read more
Scientists from the Palaeontology Division of the Geological Survey of India (GSI), North Eastern Region, Shillong, discovered two fossilised teeth of Titanosaurian sauropods at Mawphuli village near Ranikor in South West Khasi Hills, Meghalaya. This is the first-ever discovery of dinosaur teeth in Northeast India, providing crucial evidence that Meghalaya was once inhabited by long-necked … Read more
In February 2024, a team from Core Geo Expedition discovered rare fossil remains at Gongdap village near Tolegre in South Garo Hills, Meghalaya. Preliminary examination by the Geological Survey of India (GSI) suggests the fossils are 35–40 million years old and belong to extinct marine mammals such as Rodhocetus or Ambulocetus, which are regarded as … Read more
Shillong-based author Salil Gewali was honoured with the Global Wisdom Excellence Award by the Virginia-based organisation Reform Education for a New World on the occasion of International Yoga Day (21 June). The award recognises his outstanding contribution to promoting India’s cultural and philosophical heritage through his internationally acclaimed book, Great Minds on India. The book, … Read more
Why in News? The Kupli River has been in the news following the release of water from the Khandong Dam at Umrangso, Assam, due to continuous heavy rainfall and rising reservoir levels. The District Disaster Management Authority (DDMA), West Jaintia Hills, Meghalaya, issued an advisory urging residents living along the riverbanks and downstream areas to … Read more
Sunrise Pure, a major spice brand under ITC Ltd., has officially appointed Meghalaya’s Stella Rica Khongsni as its Brand Ambassador for the Northeast region. The announcement was made during “Ka Rympei Ki Sur,” a cultural event celebrating World Music Day at Police Bazaar, Shillong. The initiative highlights the brand’s commitment to strengthening its connection with … Read more