A rare Himalayan fern previously believed to occur only in Uttarakhand, Arunachal Pradesh and Nepal has now been recorded in Meghalaya for the first time, highlighting both the hidden botanical richness of the Khasi Hills and growing concerns over fragile mountain habitats.
SHILLONG, NOV 27: The Deputy Commissioner of East Khasi Hills District, has issued a public notice informing commuters that the stretch of road from...
A major international taxonomic review has placed Meghalaya firmly on the biodiversity map, with the discovery of two rare ladybird beetles never before recorded in India. The study, published in the latest issue of Zootaxa, documents Plotina muelleri and Plotina octomaculata from the Khasi and Garo Hills—marking the first-ever record of the genus Plotina in the country.
For over three years, the residents of Samanong (West Jaiñtia Hills), Umsawar and Ksangrngi (East Khasi Hills) have voluntarily taken it upon themselves to protect the Umngot River, ensuring its waters remain pristine and its aquatic life thrives.
Shillong, Dec 21: Sukrobar salo, East Khasi Hills-ni district administration, New Year maniani somoio, Lum Shyllong (Shillong Peak)-o niamgri joa kal•ani aro gipin niamgri...
East Khasi Hills district administration on Friday promulgated Section 163 BNSS prohibiting illegal gambling and other illegal activities at Lum Shyllong (Shillong Peak) and also illegal collection of fees (entry/parking) from the public at Lum Shyllong (Shillong Peak) during the New Year celebration.
