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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
Why in News? Recently, the Chief Executive Member (CEM) of the Garo Hills Autonomous District Council (GHADC), P.K. Sangma, passed away after a brief illness. He was a prominent political leader in Garo Hills and had served as the Chief Executive Member of the GHADC, contributing significantly to local self-governance and regional development. About the … Read more
Right to Recall: Democratic Accountability and the West Bengal Debate Why in News? The voters in West Bengal should have the Right to Recall legislators who remain absent from their constituencies or fail to perform their duties. What is the Right to Recall? The Right to Recall (RTR) is a democratic mechanism that allows voters … Read more