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BSF Meghalaya thwarts cross-border smuggling attempt; seizes goods worth Rs 11 lakh in two separate operations

The troops of the Border Security Force (BSF) in Meghalaya launched an operation and thwarted smuggling attempts near the Bangladesh border in two separate operations and seized goods worth Rs 11 lakh. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Illegal coal mining activities still on in Meghalaya: report

Unauthorised transportation of illegally mined coal is continuing in Meghalaya, an interim report submitted by a special panel to the High Court of Meghalaya said.

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Meghalaya eyeing heritage tourism, plan to have small museum at old Assembly building: CM Conrad Sangma

Chief Minister Conrad Sangma has stressed on leveraging the tourism potential of heritage sites in Shillong and other parts of Meghalaya while asserting that there is a plan to open a small museum in a portion of the historic old Assembly building in the capital city Shillong.

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Meghalaya: India-US Joint Exercise Vajra Prahar commences in Umroi

The 14th edition of the Indo-US Joint Special Forces exercise "Vajra Prahar 2023" commenced at the Joint Training Node, Umroi, on Tuesday, informed the Ministry of Defence. Read further on Dynamite News:

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IND vs AUS | Over 6,000 security personnel to guard World Cup final: Ahmedabad police

Ahmedabad police deploy 6,000 personnel for World Cup final. PM Modi, Australian Deputy PM, dignitaries from India, US, Singapore, and Meghalaya to attend. Security includes RAF, home guards, CBRN teams, Bomb Detection and Disposal Squad, Chetak Commandos. Surya Kiran aerobatics team to perform air show. India unbeaten in tournament, match…

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Tourism can be expanded without endangering biodiversity: Meghalaya CM

Meghalaya CM Conrad Sangma is developing a tourism model that does not pit economy vs ecology. The State plans to scale up tourism, protect biodiversity, and create jobs. It will incentivise homestays, villas, and cultural activities. It is also investing in infrastructure, subsidising tourist vehicles, and creating incubation centres to…

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Shillong Lajong held by NEROCA in season's first home game

Shillong Lajong FC earned a point in I-League's return to Meghalaya after 4 yrs, drawing 1-1 with NEROCA FC. Lajong took lead through Renan Paulino in 34th min. NEROCA equalised in 79th min. Both teams climbed in table, Lajong 9th with 2 pts, NEROCA 11th. Next, Lajong host Sreenidi Deccan,…

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SC Collegium proposes new Chief Justices for three High Courts

The Supreme Court Collegium headed by Chief Justice of India D.Y. Chandrachud on Thursday recommended to the government the appointment of three new Chief Justices to the High Courts of Uttarakhand, Orissa, and Meghalaya.

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The Shillong Cherry Blossom Festival brings R&B singer Ne-Yo, English DJ Jonas Blue and DJ Kenny Musik to India for the first time

Organised in collaboration with the tourism department of Meghalaya, The Shillong Cherry Blossom Festival now steps into its third year, bringing a melange of six international and 50 national and local musicians to the city. To be held at the RBDSA Sports Complex, Bhoirymbong, Meghalaya, the festival’s venue is nearly…

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Santosh Trophy | Services completes an all-win record, qualifies for the final round

with a win, Services top Group E in 77th Senior National Football Championship for Santosh Trophy. Mizoram, Kerala, Railways, Karnataka, Meghalaya, Arunachal, and 3 best runners-up advance to final stage in Itanagar. Services beat Uttarakhand 4-1, Mizoram beat Pondicherry 6-0, Sikkim beat Daman and Diu 2-1.

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Santosh Trophy | Delhi books a final round berth with win over Odisha

Delhi topped Group B in Senior Nat'l Football Championship, securing 13 points from 4 wins & 1 draw. Punjab & Odisha followed with 9 points each. Bengal crashed out, finishing 4th with 8 points. Karnataka, Meghalaya & Arunachal Pradesh will join 6 toppers & 3 best 2nd-place finishers in final…

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Meghalaya CM Sangma to attend TIPRA rally to press for Greater Tipraland demand

Meghalaya CM Conrad K. Sangma will grace the Mega Rally of the Tipraha Indigenous Peoples Regional Alliance (TIPRA) to be held on October 14

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Nijo Gilbert to lead Kerala in Santosh Trophy; ten new faces in the squad

Nijo Gilbert to lead Kerala in 77th Santosh Trophy. Ten players to make debut. Group A: Kerala, Goa, Chhattisgarh, J&K. Rain affected preparations. Friendly vs Muthoot FC, Lakshadweep on Oct 7. Six groups, winners to final phase in Arunachal Pradesh. Three best second-placed teams, Karnataka, Meghalaya, Arunachal Pradesh in main…

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Assam, Meghalaya governments to let CBI probe Mukroh killings

The Assam and Meghalaya governments have agreed to wind up the judicial commissions probing the Mukroh killings and hand the case over to the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), to maintain neutrality of events.

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Rural administrative male bastion may fall in matrilineal Meghalaya

The Khasi Hills Autonomous District Council (KHADC) in Meghalaya is planning to rewrite the rules to make it mandatory for every Dorbar Shnong to have two women representatives in its executive committee. The Khasis are a matrilineal community dominating the Khasi Hills region of Meghalaya. The Garo community in the…

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Fresh clash along Assam-Meghalaya inter-State border; none injured

A fresh clash occurred at a disputed village along the Assam-Meghalaya inter-State boundary as locals from both sides used bows and arrows and catapults to attack each other, officials said on September 27.

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New Assam extremist group worries Meghalaya villagers

A new extremist organisation in Assam has made the border villagers in Meghalaya edgy

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Meghalaya CM accused of link with Mizoram drug kingpin

Mukul Sangma accuses Conrad Sangma of links to drug kingpin; Conrad denies allegation. Photo shows Conrad, wife and kingpin at high-profile event in Delhi. Mukul says politicians must be careful of who they associate with. Conrad says forming opinion based on photo is illogical.

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Meghalaya to promote fruit wine industry

Mr. Sangma said the idea of devising a strategy to promote professional winemaking and packaging came to him after he saw homemade pineapple wine with a simple, handcrafted label on a beer bottle.

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Congress mulls Bharat Jodo Yatra 2.0 ahead of Lok Sabha polls

Congress discussing second Bharat Jodo Yatra before 2024 election. CWC meeting in Hyderabad to decide.

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Explained | How the amended Forest (Conservation) Act imperils the Northeast

The Mizoram Assembly has passed a resolution opposing the Forest (Conservation) Amendment Act, 2023. Aside from special Constitutional protections in Mizoram and Nagaland, the Act is applicable in the rest of India’s Northeast. In 1996, the Supreme Court expanded the term ‘forest land’, such that the Forest Rights Act also…

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BSF Meghalaya seizes sarees worth Rs 42 lakh for smuggling into Bangladesh

The Border Security Force (BSF) Meghalaya on Thursday seized sarees worth Rs 42 lakh meant for smuggling into Bangladesh from the International Border of Meghalaya. Read further on Dynamite News:

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22 colleges in Meghalaya boycott classes over NEP 2020

22 of 75 NEHU-affiliated colleges in Meghalaya yet to shift to 4-yr course; MCTA protests, petitions VC to withdraw July 12 notification. VC commends rest of colleges for swiftly adopting NEP 2020; appeals to MCTA to engage in constructive dialogue to resolve concerns. FYUP a transformative step towards holistic education,…

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Robotic boat collects garbage in Meghalaya lake near Shillong

Robotic boat collects 250 kg of garbage from Umiam Lake, Meghalaya in 3 hours. Smart Village Movement, Clearbot and Meghalaya government collaborate to deploy cutting-edge tech to revolutionise waste collection.

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BSF Meghalaya seizes processed betel nuts, clothing worth Rs 68 lakh on international border

The Border Security Force (BSF) Meghalaya seized 24,000 kilograms of processed betel nuts worth Rs 48 lakh from the international border along Meghalaya. Read further on Dynamite News:

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