Vulture conservation campaign with Gram Pradhans rolled out

Guwahati, Aug 22: A conservation education, awareness, and sensitisation campaign was organised at the Chhaygaon Revenue Circle Office in Kamrup District of Assam on August 21 with in pursuit of the objective to achieve zero vulture deaths in the district in the coming years. Regions premier biodiversity conservation organisation Aaranyak (www.aaranyak.org) in partnership with Chhaygaon [] The post Vulture conservation campaign with Gram Pradhans rolled out appeared first on The Shillong Times .

BTR elections: UPPL announces first list of 18 candidates

Guwahati, Aug. 22: The Pramod Boro-led United Peoples Party Liberal (UPPL) has announced the partys first list of 18 candidates for the fifth Bodoland Territorial Region (BTR) general elections, which are scheduled to be held by the end of next month. Among the senior leaders in the candidates list include Kokrajhar East MLA Lawrence Islary [] The post BTR elections: UPPL announces first list of 18 candidates appeared first on The Shillong Times .

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Situation not conducive for free polls in Bangladesh

DHAKA, Aug 21: Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) has said that democracy has not been restored in the country, and free and fair elections are still not ensured, local media reported on Thursday. Addressing a press conference at the BNP central office in Dhaka on Wednesday, the partys Senior Joint Secretary General Ruhul Kabir Rizvi said, [] The post Situation not conducive for free polls in Bangladesh appeared first on The Shillong Times .

China reacts with surprise to Jaishankars Taiwan clarification

BEIJING, Aug 21: China on Thursday expressed surprise over Indias clarification regarding External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankars reported comments on the One-China policy during his recent talks with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi in New Delhi. The controversy stems from a Chinese foreign ministry statement that allegedly misquoted Jaishankar as affirming that Taiwan is part [] The post China reacts with surprise to Jaishankars Taiwan clarification appeared first on The Shillong Times .

Jaishankar: India-Russia ties among steadiest since WWII

MOSCOW, Aug 21: India and Russia have pledged to expand bilateral trade in a balanced and sustainable manner, with External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar underlining the need to address non-tariff barriers and regulatory impediments. The move comes amid growing estrangement between India and the US over President Donald Trumps policies on trade and tariffs. The [] The post Jaishankar: India-Russia ties among steadiest since WWII appeared first on The Shillong Times .

Iran Navy begins drills after Israel clash

TEHRAN, Aug 21: Iran has launched its first military exercise since the end of its 12-day war with Israel, with navy vessels launching missiles at targets in the Gulf of Oman and the Indian Ocean. The Sustainable Power 1404 exercise comes as Iran aims to project strength after a war that saw Israel destroy air [] The post Iran Navy begins drills after Israel clash appeared first on The Shillong Times .

Russia strikes Ukraine amid stalled peace efforts

KYIV, Aug 21: Russia has launched one of its largest aerial attacks on Ukraine, targeting western regions where military aid is believed to be delivered and stored. The attacks killed at least one person and injured 15 others. The strikes occurred during a renewed US-led effort to reach a peace settlement following Russias February 2022 [] The post Russia strikes Ukraine amid stalled peace efforts appeared first on The Shillong Times .

CUET has its advantages

Editor, I recently came across the letter dated July, 19 2025 criticising CUET and calling it flawed, and as a student who appeared for and cleared the CUET examination successfully, I feel compelled to share another perspective. It has become a common refrain by many who could not clear CUET to dismiss it as luck-based [] The post CUET has its advantages appeared first on The Shillong Times .

Night curfew imposed along India-Bdesh border in Mlayas East Khasi Hills

SHILLONG, Aug 21: Authorities in Meghalayas East Khasi Hills on Thursday imposed night curfew within a one-km radius of the India-Bangladesh border in the district in the wake of a recent intrusion by armed men from across the boundary. In a notification, District Magistrate R M Kurbah said that movement of people from 8 pm []

Asia Cup: India-Pak set to go ahead after Indian govt approval

New Delhi, Aug 21: The highly anticipated India-Pakistan encounter in next months Asia Cup is set to proceed as scheduled after the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports issued a clarification on Thursday, formally outlining the Indian governments position on sporting engagements with Pakistan amid ongoing political tensions between the two neighbours. In its statement, [] The post Asia Cup: India-Pak set to go ahead after Indian govt approval appeared first on The Shillong Times .

Bronco test a game-changer for Indian cricket: Ex-coach

New Delhi, Aug 21: Ramji Srinivasan, the former strength and conditioning coach of the Indian team, has lauded the move of bringing in the Bronco Test as part of assessing the fitness levels of senior mens side players. Sources aware of the development told IANS on Thursday that the Bronco Test, primarily used as a [] The post Bronco test a game-changer for Indian cricket: Ex-coach appeared first on The Shillong Times .

La Liga Preview: Atletico needs to rebound from opening-game flop

Barcelona, Aug 21: Atletico Madrid revamped its already deep squad this summer with its hopes set on mounting a title challenge in La Liga. But it is already trailing Barcelona and Real Madrid after losing its season-opener for the first time since Diego Simeone took over as coach more than a decade ago. It will [] The post La Liga Preview: Atletico needs to rebound from opening-game flop appeared first on The Shillong Times .

Napoli opens title defense in Serie A

Milan, Aug 21: Expect the unexpected when the Italian league season kicks off this weekend. Serie A has become the most unpredictable of Europes five biggest soccer leagues with four different champions over the last six seasons. Add in that last season marked the second time in four years the title race went down to [] The post Napoli opens title defense in Serie A appeared first on The Shillong Times .

A new era begins at Everton while Eze and Isak sagas also rumble on

ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE PREVIEW London, Aug 2: Everton will be showing off its new stadium this weekend. Might Arsenal be showing off a bold new signing? The second round of the Premier League will see Everton finally begin life away from its long-time home of Goodison Park when the team plays the first competitive game [] The post A new era begins at Everton while Eze and Isak sagas also rumble on appeared first on The Shillong Times .

Abhinav Shaw shines as India consolidate top position

ASIAN SHOOTING SHYMKENT, (Kazakhstan) Aug 21: Teenaged Indian shooters grabbed four of the five gold medals on offer to dominate the fourth day of the 16th Asian Shooting Championship, taking the countrys medal tally to 26 medals, here on Thursday. India now have won 14 gold, six silver and as many bronze medals, firmly cementing [] The post Abhinav Shaw shines as India consolidate top position appeared first on The Shillong Times .

Salima Tete to lead Indian team in Womens Asia Cup

NEW DELHI, Aug 21: Hockey India on Thursday announced the 20-member squad for the upcoming Womens Asia Cup 2025, scheduled to be held from September 5 to 14 in Hangzhou, China. The squad, which will be led by Salima Tete, features a balanced mix of youth and experience, with goalkeepers Bansari Solanki and Bichu Devi [] The post Salima Tete to lead Indian team in Womens Asia Cup appeared first on The Shillong Times .

Raja Raghuvanshi-ko sootgipa manderangni kosako bakan chargesheet kagen

SHILLONG: Madhya Pradesh adoko bading chiwale chagipa Raja Raghuvanshi-ko Sohra jolo soote galanina matnangako manenggipa Sonam Raghuvanshi, Raj Kushwaha aro gipin manderangni kosako adokni police-rang, ia August jani bonangachibara chargesheet kagnok ine uiataha. Raja Raghuvanshi-ko sootanina matnanga manenggipa pilak manderangkon reanggipa August 14 tariko, Shillong-ni District Court-o mikkangpaatahachim aro ia manderangko police-rangni ningo donkuchina biahani [] The post Raja Raghuvanshi-ko sootgipa manderangni kosako bakan chargesheet kagen appeared first on The Shillong Times .

Dajong Warima skulo classroom, skigiparang chuongja: AHAM

TURA: North Garo Hills ajani Dajong Warima Government Lower Primary skulo classroom aro skigiparang chuongjaengani asel skulo poraienggipa chatro chatrirang aro kam kagiparangba nengnikanirangko chagrongna nangtokenga ine Achik Holistic Awakening Movement (AHAM) Bajengdoba regional unit parakatenba, ia skulko nirokatchina gita adokni Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma-na sedoataha. Chief Minister-na sedoatgipa chittiko AHAM Bajengdoba regional unit-ni [] The post Dajong Warima skulo classroom, skigiparang chuongja: AHAM appeared first on The Shillong Times .

Adokona niam gri renapbaenggipa sak 900 manderangko HYC watpilata

SHILLONG: Assam adoko niam gri songdong achaenggipa manderangko Assam sorkari arikgalengon, Meghalaya adokona maming lekka pancha gri renapbaenggipa manderangko Hynniewtrep Youth Council (HYC)-ni membor-rang, Byrnihat aro Ratacherra-o donggipa infiltration check gate-rangko nitimsoenba, sak 900-na baten niam gri renapbaenggipa manderangko rime watpilatna manaha ine uiataha. HYC-ni president Roy Kupar Synrem-ni kobor ratimgipa manderangna uiatani gitade, Assam [] The post Adokona niam gri renapbaenggipa sak 900 manderangko HYC watpilata appeared first on The Shillong Times .

Drugs palgiparangko rimna manengani gimin ANTF-ko sorkari mittelpila

Bobil dolrangko bonata gitan pekatgipa samrangko warachakanioba chusokgen: Paul Lyngdoh SHILLONG: Meghalaya adoko drugs ba pekatgipa sam jakkalaniko aro badingsrukaniko champengna kam kaanio chusokgipa ongenga ine Meghalaya Police-ni Anti Narcotic Task Force (ANTF)-ko Bristibar salo adok sorkari mittelpilangenba, skango jekai army-rangni dakchakani grian adoko bobil dake chakatgipa dolrangko adokni police dolrang bonatna manahachim, apsan daken [] The post Drugs palgiparangko rimna manengani gimin ANTF-ko sorkari mittelpila appeared first on The Shillong Times .

GHADC aro Tura Medical College-ni bidingo NGO-rang jingjengatna abachenga

TURA: Garo Hills Autonomous District Council (GHADC)-o kam kaenggiparangna ja 43-ni dormaharangko onna mankujaengani gimin aro Tura Medical College-ko Public-Private Partnership (PPP) mode-o chalaina tik kaengani gimin jegale Garo Hills-ni dolbonga Civil Society Organisation (CSO)-rang, chongmotan Achik Youth Welfare Organization (AYWO), Federation of Khasi Jaintia & Garo People (FKJGP), Garo Students Union (GSU), Association for [] The post GHADC aro Tura Medical College-ni bidingo NGO-rang jingjengatna abachenga appeared first on The Shillong Times .

Congress MP from Tura, Saleng A Sangma clicks a selfie with TMC MP Mahua Moitra

Congress MP from Tura, Saleng A Sangma clicks a selfie with TMC MP Mahua Moitra during the Monsoon session of Parliament, on Thursday. (PTI) The post Congress MP from Tura, Saleng A Sangma clicks a selfie with TMC MP Mahua Moitra appeared first on The Shillong Times .

Mukul wants central agencies to probe Rs 500-cr GST fraud

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Aug 21: Leader of Opposition Mukul Sangma has called for central agencies to take decisive action against the Rs 500-crore Goods and Services Tax (GST) fraud discovered in connection with illegal coke plants in Meghalaya. He emphasised that such large-scale irregularities have wider security implications for the region. Sangma expressed disappointment [] The post Mukul wants central agencies to probe Rs 500-cr GST fraud appeared first on The Shillong Times .

Unfenced border helped Bdeshis sneak into Meghalaya

Shillong, Aug 21: The Bangladeshi people who had sneaked into India and attempted to rob and abduct a villager in Meghalayas South West Khasi Hills earlier this month took advantage of unfenced stretches of the international border, officials said on Thursday. Meghalaya and Bangladesh share a 444 km-long border, around 20 per cent of which [] The post Unfenced border helped Bdeshis sneak into Meghalaya appeared first on The Shillong Times .

Garo Hills group meets President, refreshes statehood demand

From Our Special Correspondent NEW DELHI, Aug 21: A delegation of the Garoland State Movement Committee (GSMC) met President Droupadi Murmu on Thursday and submitted a memorandum to push the statehood demand for the Garo-dominated part of Meghalaya. Asserting that the rights of Garo people should be protected, the memorandum highlighted problems faced by the [] The post Garo Hills group meets President, refreshes statehood demand appeared first on The Shillong Times .

Brazilian industry warns US tariffs could slow exports, investment

Brasilia, Aug 21: US-imposed tariffs on Brazilian products could cause a drop in the countrys exports for the first time in 21 months, while also negatively impacting investment and employment, the National Confederation of Industry (CNI) warned in a report. According to the CNIs latest survey on Wednesday, export expectations for Brazils industrial sector for [] The post Brazilian industry warns US tariffs could slow exports, investment appeared first on The Shillong Times .

Bdesh: BNP says democracy not restored, uncertainty about free and fair polls

Dhaka, Aug 21: Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) has said that democracy has not been restored in the country, and free and fair elections are still not ensured, local media reported on Thursday. Addressing a press conference at the BNP central office in Dhaka on Wednesday, the partys Senior Joint Secretary General Ruhul Kabir Rizvi said, [] The post Bdesh: BNP says democracy not restored, uncertainty about free and fair polls appeared first on The Shillong Times .

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EPFO records all-time high addition of 21.89 lakh new members in June

New Delhi, Aug 20: The Employees Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) recorded a net addition of 21.89 lakh members in June this year, marking the highest ever increase since payroll data tracking began in April 2018, according to an official statement issued on Wednesday. The figure depicts an increase of 9.14 per cent in net payroll [] The post EPFO records all-time high addition of 21.89 lakh new members in June appeared first on The Shillong Times .

Gold price drops Rs 400, silver plunges Rs 1,500

New Delhi, Aug 20: Gold prices dropped Rs 400 to Rs 1,00,020 per 10 grams in the national capital on Wednesday due to continuous selling by stockists, according to the All India Sarafa Association. The precious metal of 99.9 per cent purity had settled at Rs 1,00,420 per 10 grams in the previous market close. [] The post Gold price drops Rs 400, silver plunges Rs 1,500 appeared first on The Shillong Times .

Khasi Identity Trilogy concludes with The Blood and the Border

Film to be screened at St.Anthonys College on Saturday Award-winning filmmaker Wanphrang K Diengdoh will premiere the final part of his Khasi Identity Trilogy, The Blood and the Border, on August 23 at St. Anthonys College, Noel Conference Hall, at 5 p.m. No entry fee and seating will be on first-come-first-served basis. The film explores [] The post Khasi Identity Trilogy concludes with The Blood and the Border appeared first on The Shillong Times .

SRK launches son Aryan

The Ba***ds of Bollywood first look unveiled It is a big day for Shah Rukh Khan as he formally introduced his son Aryan Khan to the world during the trailer launch event of Aryans directorial debut, The Ba***ds Of Bollywood. SRK was seen gracing the stage with his son Aryan and wife Gauri Khan, all [] The post SRK launches son Aryan appeared first on The Shillong Times .

Jolie leaving Hollywood?

Actress plans to sell US home and move abroad Hollywood actor Angelina Jolie is reportedly planning to sell her house in the United States and relocate abroad with her children. According to a People magazine report, the actor is preparing to put her Los Angeles home on the market ahead of the move. Jolie never [] The post Jolie leaving Hollywood? appeared first on The Shillong Times .

Vivek Agnihotri vows to battle for The Bengal Filess release

Filmmaker Vivek Agnihotri took a dig at the Mamata government over the ruckus at the trailer launch of his upcoming movie The Bengal Files in Kolkata, alleging that it was already planned, and that no event of this scale, with 150-200 people and media present, could be halted without official involvement. The incident, which took [] The post Vivek Agnihotri vows to battle for The Bengal Filess release appeared first on The Shillong Times .

Big Bs Juhu bungalow flooded amid heavy rains

Mumbais relentless downpour has reached the doorstep of Bollywood megastar Amitabh Bachchan. Videos circulating online show severe waterlogging outside his Juhu residences Jalsa, which claims that the actor himself is spotting clearing water with a wiper. Though this claim remains unverified, the images of knee-deep flooding at the superstars properties highlight how even the citys [] The post Big Bs Juhu bungalow flooded amid heavy rains appeared first on The Shillong Times .

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VPP slams MDA move for Education Grant

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Aug 19: The Voice of the People Party (VPP) on Tuesday launched a scathing attack on the NPP-led MDA Government over its Meghalaya Education Grant (MEG) Policy which has dealt a crushing blow to research and higher learning in the state. VPP spokesperson and academician, Batskhem Myrboh, was unsparing in his [] The post VPP slams MDA move for Education Grant appeared first on The Shillong Times .

Complete work on Rilbong-Baniun road by Dec: Metbah to NHIDCL

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Aug 19: Meghalaya State Planning Board Chairman Metbah Lyngdoh has urged the National Highways and Infrastructure Development Corporation Ltd (NHIDCL) and the contractor to ensure that the RilbongBaniun section of the ShillongDawki road project (package I) is completed within the December 2025 deadline. This comes after Lyngdoh and senior PWD officials [] The post Complete work on Rilbong-Baniun road by Dec: Metbah to NHIDCL appeared first on The Shillong Times .

Rs 500-cr GST fraud involving Mlaya coke plants unearthed

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Aug 19: The Directorate General of GST Intelligence (DGGI), Guwahati Unit, has unearthed a massive Goods and Services Tax (GST) fraud worth nearly Rs 500 crore and arrested four persons on Monday in connection with the pan-India fake billing syndicate, allegedly involving illegal coke plants in Meghalaya. The racket was being [] The post Rs 500-cr GST fraud involving Mlaya coke plants unearthed appeared first on The Shillong Times .

NEUFC edge past Lajong FC for their second straight finals

By Our Reporter Shillong, Aug 19: Redeem Tlangs first half goal was enough for defending champions NorthEast United FC to book their place in the finals of the 134th Durand Cup edging past a spirited Shillong Lajong FC in a repeat of last editions semi finals. Shillong Lajong Head Coach stuck to his favoured [] The post NEUFC edge past Lajong FC for their second straight finals appeared first on The Shillong Times .

East Bengal face debutants Diamond Harbour FC in semifinal

Kolkata, Aug 19: A reinvigorated East Bengal will fancy their chances when they face tournament debutants Diamond Harbour FC in the semifinals of the 134th Durand Cup football tournament here on Wednesday. The match will be played at the Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan. East Bengal qualified for the semifinals after their 2-1 quarterfinal derby victory [] The post East Bengal face debutants Diamond Harbour FC in semifinal appeared first on The Shillong Times .

Nmechas late penalty seals Leeds winning EPL return

Leeds, Aug 19: Leeds United marked their return to the Premier League with a dramatic 1-0 victory over Everton at a rocking Elland Road, thanks to Lukas Nmechas coolly taken late penalty. Daniel Farkes side dominated for long periods but looked set to settle for a frustrating draw until Everton skipper James Tarkowski was penalised [] The post Nmechas late penalty seals Leeds winning EPL return appeared first on The Shillong Times .

State karatekas bag 41 medals at All India event

By Our Reporter Shillong, Aug 19: Athletes from the All Meghalaya Karate-Do Association returned with a rich haul of medals from the 19th All India Independence Cup Karate Championship, held at Talkatora Stadium, New Delhi, from August 8 to 10. A 57-member squad, led by Donboklang Lyngdoh, Greater E.M. Kharpuri, and Pynhunlang Kharbuli, delivered an [] The post State karatekas bag 41 medals at All India event appeared first on The Shillong Times .

Mlaya Govt, IOC & Bindra Foundation launch Olympic Education Programme

By Our Reporter Shillong, Aug 19: The Government of Meghalaya has joined hands with the International Olympic Committee (IOC) and the Abhinav Bindra Foundation Trust (ABFT) to roll out the Olympic Values Education Programme (OVEP) across schools in the state. The initiative was formalised on Tuesday through the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) [] The post Mlaya Govt, IOC & Bindra Foundation launch Olympic Education Programme appeared first on The Shillong Times .

Shillong Academy shines at DPDL Super Cup 2025

By Our Reporter Shillong, Aug 19: 4 For All Football Academy, Shillong, returned home with honours from the prestigious DPDL Super Cup 2025, held in Bengaluru from August 2 to 13. The academys U-17 side finished as runners-up, while the U-13 and U-15 teams put up spirited performances to reach the semi-finals of their respective [] The post Shillong Academy shines at DPDL Super Cup 2025 appeared first on The Shillong Times .

Confirm ISL schedule: FIFPRO tells AIFF, FSDL

New Delhi, Aug 19: International soccer players union FIFPRO on Tuesday expressed concerns over the growing uncertainty in Indian club football and called for a swift resolution to the crisis that threatens the games future in the country. Club football is going through crisis due to the uncertainty over the future of the countrys top-tier [] The post Confirm ISL schedule: FIFPRO tells AIFF, FSDL appeared first on The Shillong Times .

Trump plans Putin-Zelenskyy talks, vows US backing

WASHINGTON, Aug 19: President Donald Trump has begun arrangements for a face-to-face meeting between Vladimir Putin and Volodymyr Zelenskyy to discuss a pathway to end Russias invasion of Ukraine. The US will back European security guarantees aimed at preventing Moscow from reinvading its neighbor once the current conflict ends. The details of the security guarantees [] The post Trump plans Putin-Zelenskyy talks, vows US backing appeared first on The Shillong Times .

Polls roadmap for February coming this week: Bdesh EC

Dhaka, Aug 19: Bangladeshs top polls body will announce the action plan for the upcoming general elections within this week, a senior official has said. The 13th parliamentary polls in Bangladesh are set to take place in February next year. Election Commission Senior Secretary Akhtar Ahmed on Monday said that a draft of the election [] The post Polls roadmap for February coming this week: Bdesh EC appeared first on The Shillong Times .

Lok Sabha passes Bill to set up IIM in Guwahati

This fulfils a long-standing demand in Assam, and provides the northeast with its second IIM after Shillong, says Education Minister; financial grant of 550 crore has been allocated for IIM Guwahati

Shillong Chamber Choir releases a new track as a tribute to founder Neil Nongkynrih

The choir is keeping Neil Nongkynrihs vision and artistry alive by reviving his old compositions and creating fresh works.

Lok Sabha passes bill to set up Indian Institute of Management in Guwahati

The Lok Sabha approved the Indian Institutes of Management (Amendment) Bill, 2025, facilitating the establishment of IIM Guwahati as an institute of national importance. The institute will receive Rs 555 crore over five years, after which it is expected to be self-sufficient. This addition marks the second IIM in the North-eastern region, following Shillong.

Meghalaya High Court Orders State to Set Up Police Accountability Commission

HT DIGITAL SHILLONG, AUGUST 19: The Meghalaya High Court has instructed the state government to form the much-delayed Police Accountability Commission in four months, as mandated in the Meghalaya Police Act, 2010. A division bench, during the hearing of a public interest litigation (PIL), noted that even after the Act was passed 15 years ago, []

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ASIA CUP: Gill mystery continues as selectors spoilt for choice

New Delhi, Aug 18: How to fit in a brilliant batter like Shubman Gill in a well-oiled T20 set up will be the biggest challenge for Indias national selection committee when it gathers on Tuesday to pick the 15-member squad for next months Asia Cup in UAE. As of now, the prolific Test captain, who [] The post ASIA CUP: Gill mystery continues as selectors spoilt for choice appeared first on The Shillong Times .

PSG begin Ligue 1 title defense with scrappy win vs Nantes

Paris, Aug 18: Vitinha broke the deadlock with the aid of a lucky deflection as Paris Saint-Germain began its Ligue 1 title defense with an unconvincing 1-0 win at Nantes. Champions League winner PSG looked short of ideas, just as it had for long spells against Europa League champion Tottenham during the UEFA Super Cup [] The post PSG begin Ligue 1 title defense with scrappy win vs Nantes appeared first on The Shillong Times .

Atletico lose opening Spanish league match for 1st time under Simeone

Madrid, Aug 18: Despite debuting most of its new signings, Atletico Madrid couldnt avoid conceding two late goals and losing its opening Spanish league match for the first-ever time under coach Diego Simeone. Host Espanyols 2-1 win on Sunday was Atleticos first opening defeat since Simeone took over in late 2011. It hadnt previously lost [] The post Atletico lose opening Spanish league match for 1st time under Simeone appeared first on The Shillong Times .

Leao, Pulisic score as AC Milan beat Bari 2-0

Milan, Aug 18: An apparent injury to Rafael Leao made it a bittersweet season debut for AC Milan as the Portugal winger and United States international Christian Pulisic both scored in a 2-0 win over Serie B side Bari in the opening round of the Italian Cup on Sunday. Leo appeared to injure his right [] The post Leao, Pulisic score as AC Milan beat Bari 2-0 appeared first on The Shillong Times .

FIFA hit with $76mn claim by Lassana Diarra

Eupen, Aug 18: Lawyers for former France international Lassana Diarra said Monday he is claiming 65 million euros ($76 million) from FIFA and the Belgian soccer federation after a landmark legal win about transfer rules. Diarras decade-long challenge to FIFA after a breakdown in relations with his former club Lokomotiv Moscow led to a ruling [] The post FIFA hit with $76mn claim by Lassana Diarra appeared first on The Shillong Times .

New ultrasound drug delivery safe, reduces side effects

US researchers are building a non-invasive system using ultrasound to deliver drugs anywhere in the body with precision, as well as with reduced side effects. The new system, being developed by a team of Stanford University researchers, uses nanoparticles to encapsulate drugs along with ultrasound to unleash the drugs at their intended destinations. In a [] The post New ultrasound drug delivery safe, reduces side effects appeared first on The Shillong Times .

Scientists find hidden immune hubs that drive joint damage in arthritis

A team of scientists from Japan has identified hidden immune hubs that drive joint damage in patients with rheumatoid arthritis. Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is an autoimmune disease that affects millions worldwide and can have a devastating impact on patients lives. Yet, about one in three patients responds poorly to existing treatments. The team from Kyoto [] The post Scientists find hidden immune hubs that drive joint damage in arthritis appeared first on The Shillong Times .

Marsh expects little change in Aussies aggressive approach for ODIs

South Africa add Maphaka to ODI squad as Brevis primed to make debut against Australia CAIRNS, Aug 18: Australias stand-in ODI skipper Mitchell Marsh said he does not anticipate a major shift in the sides batting approach as they move from T20Is against South Africa to ODIs against the same opposition, starting at the Cazalys [] The post Marsh expects little change in Aussies aggressive approach for ODIs appeared first on The Shillong Times .

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Every entrant to Meghalaya is not infiltrator: TMC prez

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Aug 17: Trinamool Congress state president Charles Pyngrope on Sunday admitted that concerns over illegal migration were genuine, but cautioned that not every outsider entering Meghalaya should be branded as an infiltrator. He felt that strong vigilance is necessary but added that it must be backed by proper monitoring to ensure [] The post Every entrant to Meghalaya is not infiltrator: TMC prez appeared first on The Shillong Times .

Toddler dies in WGH after falling into well

From Our Correspondent TURA, Aug 17: In a tragic incident, a toddler lost her life after accidentally falling into her neighbours ring well at Phulbari in West Garo Hills. The incident occurred on Friday when four-year-old Dhania Begum, daughter of Ashraful Islam, fell into the ring well belonging to Fozibor Rahman at Belbari village under [] The post Toddler dies in WGH after falling into well appeared first on The Shillong Times .

Govt set to introduce electric taxis in city

By Our Reporter Shillong, Aug 17: The Meghalaya government is gearing up to introduce electric taxis in the city as part of a broader push to promote environmentally friendly and non-motorised forms of transportation. Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma revealed that the government is working on a new scheme to support the adoption of electric [] The post Govt set to introduce electric taxis in city appeared first on The Shillong Times .

Rymbui calls for use of laws to prevent encroachment along rivers

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Aug 17: Senior UDP MLA and former Forest and Environment Minister, Lahkmen Rymbui, has urged the government to use existing laws to prevent illegal settlements and encroachments along riverbanks and water sources. Rymbui emphasised that unchecked settlements threaten the future of the state, as they lead to the death of water [] The post Rymbui calls for use of laws to prevent encroachment along rivers appeared first on The Shillong Times .

Influx: KSU to hold sit-in at Khyndai Lad today

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Aug 17: The Khasi Students Union (KSU) will stage a sit-in protest at Khyndai Lad, in front of the old Assembly building from 12 noon to 3 pm on Monday. The protest is part of a coordinated demonstration across capitals of the Northeastern states, as resolved during a recent meeting of [] The post Influx: KSU to hold sit-in at Khyndai Lad today appeared first on The Shillong Times .

Shillong becomes Indias most-searched travel destination: Skyscanner

From Our Special Correspondent NEW DELHI, Aug 17: Despite the negative portrayal of Meghalaya following the recent infamous honeymoon killing, its capital Shillong, a British-era hill station, remains the countrys most-searched destination, according to Skyscanners Travel Trends Report 2025. The report revealed that Shillong topped the list as Indias most-searched travel destination, beating popular spots [] The post Shillong becomes Indias most-searched travel destination: Skyscanner appeared first on The Shillong Times .

Work on Dawki-Tamabil Road project too slow, says Rymbui

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Aug 17: United Democratic Party leader and Amlarem MLA, Lahkmen Rymbui, has expressed dissatisfaction with the pace of work on the Dawki-Tamabil Road project, but admitted that the task is challenging for both the government and the executing agencies. He pointed out that major road construction in Meghalaya has always been [] The post Work on Dawki-Tamabil Road project too slow, says Rymbui appeared first on The Shillong Times .

GST reforms: Double bonus on Diwali, says PM

New Delhi, Aug 17: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said the Centre has circulated the draft of the next-generation GST reforms among states and sought their cooperation to implement the proposal before Diwali. He said the reform in GST would benefit poor and middle-class people, as well as small and big businesses. Addressing an [] The post GST reforms: Double bonus on Diwali, says PM appeared first on The Shillong Times .

GST reforms, Putin-Trump summit key drivers for markets this week: Analysts

New Delhi, Aug 17: Plans for big bang reforms in the GST regime by Diwali, the Putin-Trump summit and S&P upgrading Indias sovereign credit rating are likely to instil optimism in the domestic equity market in the week ahead, analysts said. Besides, trends in global markets and the trading activity of foreign investors would also [] The post GST reforms, Putin-Trump summit key drivers for markets this week: Analysts appeared first on The Shillong Times .

We believe in law of land, customer centricity: Amazon on regulatory gaze

New Delhi, Aug 17: Amid a growing regulatory scrutiny on online platforms, Amazon India head Samir Kumar has asserted that the e-commerce company is a big believer in customer-centricity and adherence to local laws, and is fully prepared to address any findings and ensure consumers remain well supported. The comment comes at a time when [] The post We believe in law of land, customer centricity: Amazon on regulatory gaze appeared first on The Shillong Times .

FinMin to meet CEOs of public sector banks to review Q1 performance

New Delhi, Aug 17: The finance ministry has called a meeting of heads of public sector banks (PSBs) on Wednesday to review the first-quarter financial performance. The meeting is scheduled to be chaired by Financial Services Secretary M Nagaraju. The review meeting on August 20 with public sector banks to assess the performance of the [] The post FinMin to meet CEOs of public sector banks to review Q1 performance appeared first on The Shillong Times .

Shillong Sunday Teer Result, August 17, 2025 LIVE: Check Winning Numbers for First and Second Rounds

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2028 Assembly election-o TMC susagen: Pyngrope

SHILLONG: Meghalaya adoko Trinamool Congress (TMC)-ni ningo jingjenganirang batrikrikenganina adokni chief Charles Pyngrope aganangaha, Party-ko 2028 bilsini Assembly-ona apsan ongate dongatgen, ian mikkangchina kadongsoani ongenga. TMC-ni legislator-rang dao dipet party-na uamang kakket onge dongkuenga aro dongangkugen ine Pyngrope gisiko nangbate aganangaha. Assembly election-ona kingking tangchongmotgen maina seoka mangipa membor-rang changgipin election 2028 bilsio ongkuja dipetna [] The post 2028 Assembly election-o TMC susagen: Pyngrope appeared first on The Shillong Times .

Liverpool leave it late to beat Bournemouth in six-goal thriller

Liverpool, Aug 16: Defending champion Liverpool launched the Premier League with a dramatic 4-2 win over Bournemouth at Anfield in an emotionally charged match featuring tributes to Diogo Jota and a player reporting racial abuse. Federico Chiesa scored in the 88th minute on Friday and Mohamed Salah added another goal in stoppage time as Liverpool [] The post Liverpool leave it late to beat Bournemouth in six-goal thriller appeared first on The Shillong Times .

10-man Villa hold Newcastle as Isak transfer saga looms large

English Premier League Birmingham, Aug 16: Newcastle United were left frustrated in their Premier League opener as they failed to break down 10-man Aston Villa in a goalless draw at Villa Park, with wantaway striker Alexander Isak absent amid strong links to Liverpool. Villa were reduced to 10 men for the final 24 minutes plus [] The post 10-man Villa hold Newcastle as Isak transfer saga looms large appeared first on The Shillong Times .

Chhetri missing in list of 35 probables for CAFA Nations Cup

New Delhi, Aug 16: Talismanic striker Sunil Chhetri has been left out of the 35 probables named by newly-appointed Indian football team head coach Khalid Jamil for the upcoming CAFA Nations Cup in Tajikistan and Uzbekistan. Its unlikely that he was dropped on the basis of his form in the four matches he played after [] The post Chhetri missing in list of 35 probables for CAFA Nations Cup appeared first on The Shillong Times .

SKY clears fitness test ahead of Asia Cup

New Delhi, Aug 16: Ahead of the Ajit Agarkar-led selection panels meeting to pick Indias Asia Cup squad, T20I skipper Suryakumar Yadav has cleared his fitness test at the BCCI Centre of Excellence in Bengaluru. The swashbuckling batter, who last featured in the IPL and was adjudged Player-of-the-Series, had undergone surgery for a sports hernia [] The post SKY clears fitness test ahead of Asia Cup appeared first on The Shillong Times .

USA seal final spot for 2026 ICC U19 Mens WC

New Delhi, Aug 16: The United States of America (USA) have become the 16th and final team to qualify for the 2026 ICC U19 Mens Cricket World Cup, to be held in Zimbabwe and Namibia. Led by wicketkeeper-batter Arjun Mahesh, the USA side dominated the Americas Qualifier on home soil in Rydal, Georgia, securing qualification [] The post USA seal final spot for 2026 ICC U19 Mens WC appeared first on The Shillong Times .

Marshall Islands debut in international football

New York, Aug 16: The Marshall Islands finally got off the mark in international football on Thursday and promptly lost 4-0 to the U.S. Virgin Islands on a high school pitch in Arkansas, but not before making history as the worlds newest national team. The remote Pacific nation with fewer than 40,000 people played their [] The post Marshall Islands debut in international football appeared first on The Shillong Times .

Australia win T20 series against South Africa after Maxwell heroics

CAIRNS, (Australia) Aug 16: Glenn Maxwells unbeaten half-century led Australia to a sensational two-wicket win over South Africa in the final T20 and clinched the series 2-1 on Saturday. With four needed off the final two balls, Maxwell reverse swiped Lungi Ngidi to third and stayed unbeaten on 62 off 36 balls as Australia reached [] The post Australia win T20 series against South Africa after Maxwell heroics appeared first on The Shillong Times .

NorthEast United FC and Shillong Lajong FC post contrasting wins to set up semifinal clash

Raja Raghuvanshi's Family Says 'Life In Danger' Ahead Of Song Release Of Film On Honeymoon Murder

The Raja Raghuvanshi honeymoon murder case is being adapted into a film, Honeymoon in Shillong. The first song will launch on Raja's birthday, September 21.

Shillong Teer Results Today, August 16, 2025: Winning Numbers For All Teer Games

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Himanta Sarma harps on threat to identity; Arunachal CM pushes for green energy

GUWAHATI: The Northeast celebrated the 79th Independence Day despite calls from militant groups ULFA-Independent and the Yung Aung faction of the National Socialist Council of Nagaland to boycott the event. The celebrations passed off peacefully, except for a petrol bomb attack in Shillong, Meghalaya, by motorcycle-borne miscreants in the early hours. The incident caused no damage. Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma warned, We, the Assamese, cannot stay silent or else, we will lose our race, land and foundation in 10 years; 80 percent of our ministers will be unknown people within 15 years, and an unknown chief minister will hoist the tricolour on the I-Day after two decades. He promised that ongoing eviction drives would continue till all government land was reclaimed. Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu said, With unmatched natural potential, Arunachal is becoming Indias green energy powerhouse. Our hydropower and critical mineral resources like graphite, limestone, and dolomite will power solar panels, batteries, and electric mobility for decades to come. He said the 2,000 MW Subansiri Lower Project would be ready by May 2026, and the 2,880 MW Dibang Multipurpose Project by February 2032. Work on new hydropower projects worth Rs 2 lakh crore will begin in the next three years. These projects are not just about energy but also about empowerment. They will bring in over Rs 4,000 crore annually as free power to the state and Rs 750 crore to support local area development, he said. Nagaland CM Neiphiu Rio said resolving the Naga political issue remained his top priority. Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma said the state aspired to become a $100 billion economy by 2047, while Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha appealed to the youth to unleash their passion for a developed India, dream big, and shape a glorious future.

Shillong: What makes Meghalayas capital Indias most-searched destination

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Defend Assamese identity, says Assam CM in I-Day speech

Barring a petrol bomb hurled at a police vehicle in Shillong, the 79th Independence Day was celebrated across the Northeast despite a boycott call by extremist groups

Northeast states celebrates Independence Day, Assam CM Himanta calls for defending Assamese identity

GUWAHATI: The Northeast celebrated the 79th Independence Day on Thursday despite calls from militant groups ULFA-Independent and the Yung Aung faction of the National Socialist Council of Nagaland urging people to boycott the occasion. The celebrations passed off peacefully, except for a minor incident in Meghalayas capital Shillong, where motorcycle-borne miscreants hurled a petrol bomb at the Pasteur Beat House in the early hours. The attack caused no significant damage. In his Independence Day address, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma warned that power would slip into the hands of unknown people if the Assamese remained silent. We, the Assamese, cannot stay silent or else, we will lose our race, land and foundation in 10 years; 80% of our ministers will be unknown people within 15 years, and the tricolour on the I-Day will be hoisted by an unknown chief minister after two decades, Sarma said. He assured that ongoing eviction drives would continue until every inch of government land was reclaimed. The Assamese will not rest till land is cleared of encroachment, he added. Sarma also criticised previous governments, stating, The bureaucracy under previous governments has to answer as to how such a mind-boggling scale of encroachment by infiltrators was allowed. Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu highlighted the states decade-long mission to accelerate green energy projects, revive stalled initiatives, and promote public-private partnerships. let us talk about a force that is silently transforming our future green energy. With unmatched natural potential, Arunachal is becoming Indias green energy powerhouse. Our hydropower and critical mineral resources like graphite, limestone, dolomite will power solar panels, batteries, and electric mobility for decades to come, he said. Khandu said the 2,000 MW Subansiri Lower Project would be ready by May 2026 and the 2,880 MW Dibang Multipurpose Project was on track for completion by February 2032. He added that work on new hydropower projects worth Rs 2 lakh crore would begin over the next three years. These projects are not just about energy but also about empowerment. They will bring in over Rs 4,000 crore annually as free power to the state and Rs 750 crore to support local area development. Resolving Naga political issue remains a top priority Nagaland Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio said resolving the Naga political issue remained the top priority of his government. He urged citizens to uphold unity, peace, and cultural pride while working towards a self-reliant and inclusive Nagaland. Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma said the state aspired to become a US $100 billion economy by 2047. Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha appealed to the youth to unleash their passion for a developed India, dream big, and shape a glorious future. The regions leaders highlighted development, cultural pride, and governance as central themes, even as the spectre of militancy underscored the continued challenges to peace in the Northeast.