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Meghalaya Ranks 3rd in the Northeast in Investment Friendliness

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NITI Aayog Investment Friendliness Index 2026

Why in News?Meghalaya has been ranked the third most investment-friendly state in Northeast India in the inaugural Investment Friendliness Index (IFI) released by NITI Aayog. Key Facts: The IFI assesses states across eight parameters: infrastructure, business climate, resources, government policy, regulatory ease, institutional environment, financial health and environmental resilience. The ranking highlights the importance of … Read more

Meghalaya Pineapples Debut on Swiggy Instamart in Bengaluru

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Meghalaya’s premium pineapples have been introduced on Swiggy Instamart in Bengaluru, providing a new urban market for the state’s farmers. The produce is sourced from the Jirang Organic Farmer Producer Company and packed to maintain quality during transportation. The initiative aims to improve farmer returns and strengthen the branding of Meghalaya’s agricultural products. Additional Context: … Read more

Meghalaya Govt signs revised MoU with SBI

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Meghalaya Government–SBI Revamp Salary Package for 43,000 Employees Why in News?The Government of Meghalaya and the State Bank of India (SBI) have revised their salary package agreement for more than 43,000 State Government employees. Key Features: Practice MCQs 1. The Meghalaya Government recently revised its salary package agreement with which bank? A. Punjab National BankB. … Read more

Mission Golden Spice – Lakadong Turmeric of Meghalaya

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Mission Golden Spice

Source: DIPR Meghalaya Why in News? The Union Minister for Communications and Development of North Eastern Region, Jyotiraditya M. Scindia, along with Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma, launched “Mission Golden Spice – Integrated Lakadong Turmeric Value Chain Enhancement Project” on 21 July 2026. The mission aims to transform Meghalaya’s GI-tagged Lakadong turmeric into a … Read more

New Municipal Market Complex Inaugurated at Iewdak, Laban

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Market Complex at Lewdak

Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Minister Sanbor Shullai inaugurated a new RCC+4 Municipal Market Complex and Community Hall at Iewdak, Laban, Shillong. Key Points for Exams Significance The new integrated market and community facility is expected to support local livelihoods, commercial activities and community development in the Laban area. The project also highlights the role of … Read more

CM Connect Centre Inaugurated at Sohiong

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cm connect centre sohiong

CM Connect Centre Inaugurated at Sohiong; Development Projects Worth ₹140.74 Crore Launched Date: 18 July 2026Place: Sohiong, East Khasi Hills District, MeghalayaChief Minister: Conrad K. Sangma What Happened? Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma inaugurated the CM Connect Centre at the Sohiong C&RD Block and laid foundation stones for several development projects at Mawtap Pyllun … Read more

Waterfall Named After Meghalaya Deputy Chief Minister

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sniawbhalang dhar waterfalls

Sniawbhalang Dhar Waterfalls Named in West Jaintia Hills Date: 22 July 2026State: MeghalayaDistrict: West Jaintia HillsLocation: Amtharonh Pdeng Thangchap, Amlarem Sub-Division Key Points Significance The development highlights the growing importance of community participation in tourism and natural-resource management in Meghalaya. The naming of the waterfall, together with the proposed afforestation programme and tourism development, reflects … Read more