Deputy Chief Minister Sniawbhalang Dhar on Friday raised a point of order against VPP leader Ardent Miller Basaiawmoit's reference to "Khasi" alone during the February 25 debate on the Expert Committee's report on the State Reservation Policy. The Speaker ruled that the official record must retain the term "Khasi and Jaintia."
UDP chief and Power Minister Metbah Lyngdoh has dismissed allegations of differences within the party, saying he is a "very positive person" who focuses on constructive discussions in the House.
A brief Garo phrase from Nongthymmai legislator Charles Pyngrope sent the Assembly into laughter on Thursday, after Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma floated the idea of a crash course in local languages for MLAs.
UDP legislator Paul Lyngdoh on Wednesday clarified his decision to participate in the cut motion debate, stressing that his questions were aimed at strengthening institutions rather than targeting any individual minister.
Shillong, Feb 20: Shillong-ni VPP Member of Parliament Dr Ricky AJ Syngkon-ni Bristibar walo a·gilsakko wate re·anganina kalimaniko mesokna ine Meghalaya Assembly Sukrobar salo...
Shillong, Feb 20: The Meghalaya Assembly suspended all scheduled business for Friday as 60 legislators, led by the chief minister Conrad K Sangma paid...
Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma has assured the Assembly that the state government will revisit and amend the Meghalaya Residents Safety and Security Act (MRSSA), 2016, to address concerns surrounding illegal immigration. The amendments aim to ensure the Act withstands judicial and central government scrutiny.
Deputy Chief Minister in-charge Urban Affairs Sniawbhalang Dhar on Thursday said a 17-acre permanent multi-purpose event ground is under development at New Shillong, with a budget of Rs 101 crores.
Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma informed the Assembly on Thursday that 817 localities and 427 sub-localities have been registered under the Meghalaya Residents Safety and Security Act (MRSSA), 2016, with the process still ongoing.
SHILLONG, FEB 19: Minister Timothy D Shira informed the Assembly on Thursday that Meghalaya has 4,36,270 hectares of arable land, with 56,709.50 hectares under...
