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21 Manipur MLAs urge PM Modi to install ‘popular’ government in Manipur

In a significant political development, at least 21 members of the Legislative Assembly (MLAs) in Manipur have written to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, urging the Centre to reinstate a "popular" government in the state, which has been under President’s Rule since February 13, 2025.

Meghalaya’s Wangala dance to be on display at WAVES 2025 cultural showcase in Mumbai

The rich cultural tapestry of the Northeast will be on display at the World Audio Visual & Entertainment Summit (WAVES) 2025, set to take place from May 1–4 at the Jio World Convention Centre (JWCC) in Mumbai. Among the most anticipated highlights is WAVES Culturals & Concerts, a four-day extravaganza of performances that brings the richness of India's cultural landscape to the global stage, with Northeast India taking centre stage.

Meghalaya emerges as rubber growth engine: ATMA Chairman backs Northeast to lead national production

The Automotive Tyre Manufacturers’ Association (ATMA) Chairman, Arun Mammen, along with Executive Director of the Rubber Board, M. Vasanthagesan, visited the Omega Green Solutions rubber nursery at Umshru, Jirang in Meghalaya’s Ri-Bhoi district on Tuesday.

Cabinet approves Rs. 22,864-crore greenfield highway project from Shillong to Silchar to boost connectivity and economic growth in Northeast India

The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved the development, maintenance, and management of a 4-lane Greenfield access-controlled National Highway No. 06. This 166.80 km high-speed corridor will stretch from Mawlyngkhung (near Shillong) in Meghalaya to Panchgram (near Silchar) in Assam, under the Hybrid Annuity Mode, with a total capital outlay of ₹22,864 crore.

14 people killed in a massive fire at the Kolkata Hotel

In a tragic incident, at least 14 people lost their lives in a massive fire that broke out at a hotel in central Kolkata on Tuesday evening.

Assam: Female students outshine male counterparts with 82.95% pass rate in HS results

Female students in Assam have once again outperformed their male peers in the Higher Secondary (HS) examinations, according to the Assam State School Education Board (ASSEB).

A rare flower blooms in Manipur’s botanical legacy

A rare botanical treasure has quietly revealed itself from the Shirui Peak in Manipur’s Ukhrul district. It’s not the famed Shirui Lily this time, but a lesser-known beauty: Ophiorrhiza japonica Blume — a flowering herb of the Rubiaceae family, recorded for the first time in India.

3rd P A Sangma Memorial Cricket Tourney | Big wins on Day-8 despite rain interruption

The 3rd P A Sangma Memorial Day & Night Cricket Tournament continued its exciting run on Tuesday at the Police Parade Ground in Tura. Day 8 saw decisive matches, leaving only the cream of the crop in the competition.

Meghalaya Police to hold written exam for recruitment next month

Shillong, Apr 29: Written examination for job recruitment in the Meghalaya police will commence next month. Informing this on Tuesday, Deputy Chief Minister in-charge Home...

No Pakistani nationals in Meghalaya: Dy CM Prestone

Deputy Chief Minister in-charge Home (Police) Prestone Tynsong on Tuesday confirmed there are no Pakistani nationals residing in the state of Meghalaya even as he assured that the government is closely monitoring the situation along the international border with Bangladesh.

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