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Indian regional firecracker regulations
2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated
Latest: Indian regions call for strict enforcement of firecracker bans
Authorities and community groups in various Indian regions are implementing or calling for stricter regulations on firecracker use to manage noise and air pollution during religious festivals. In West Bengal, the admini
Meghalaya state governance and development
2 clusters · 6 sources · last updated
Latest: Meghalaya Tourism Minister defends Shillong Peak ropeway project
Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma has focused on social cohesion and state progress, emphasizing communal harmony and secularism during the centenary celebration of The Meghalaya Hindu Mission. He highlighted the
NEET PG 2026: Counselling updates and Supreme Court scrutiny
19 clusters · 46 sources · last updated
Latest: Supreme Court seeks explanation from NBEMS on NEET-PG transparency
The NEET PG 2026 examination, conducted on August 30, 2026, by the National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS), faced technical disruptions at iON Digital Zone centres in Jaipur, leading to a re-examinatio
Cultural and heritage initiatives in Meghalaya
2 clusters · 3 sources · last updated
Latest: Shillong cultural initiatives include new EP release and library renovations
Cultural activities and heritage preservation efforts are ongoing in Meghalaya. In October 2026, the state held a State-Level Inter-School singing competition at the State Central Library in Shillong as part of the Refor
UDP reduced to one MLA after BJP merger and NPP shifts
19 clusters · 32 sources · last updated
Latest: Metbah Lyngdoh resigns as Meghalaya minister amid UDP crisis
The political landscape of the Meghalaya Legislative Assembly has undergone a major realignment following a series of defections that have left the United Democratic Party (UDP) with only one representative, Metbah Lyngd
Seismic activity in Northeast India and Tibet
6 clusters · 288 sources · last updated
Latest: Tibet hydropower projects face safety concerns following magnitude 7.0 earthquake
In early October 2026, Northeast India and neighboring regions experienced a series of mild to moderate earthquakes, including a 4.5 magnitude tremor in Assam. On October 22, 2026, a magnitude 7.0 earthquake struck Baqen
Meghalaya athletes in international sports competitions
2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated
Latest: Sawakani Lakiang wins gold at WFF South East Asia Championship
Athletes from Meghalaya achieved success in various international sporting events in late October 2026. At the Asia Oceania Kettlebell Sport Championship in Goa, an eight member contingent from Meghalaya won seven medal
Meghalaya voter list revision process
7 clusters · 12 sources · last updated
Latest: Meghalaya publishes final electoral rolls for 2026
The Election Commission of India initiated a Special Intensive Revision (SIR) in the North Garo Hills district of Meghalaya to verify voter identities. Initially, 34,730 voters were flagged for discrepancies or absence f
Kerala State Lottery operations and results
2 clusters · 2 sources · last updated
Latest: Kerala State Lottery announces Suvarna Keralam SK-74 results
The Kerala State Lottery operates various schemes, such as Sthree Sakthi, Akshaya, Karunya, and several Bumper lotteries. Official regulations mandate that tickets be purchased only from authorized retailers within Keral
Meghalaya political realignment
3 clusters · 6 sources · last updated
Latest: UDP faces mass defections in Meghalaya Legislature
The political landscape in Meghalaya has undergone significant shifts involving the United Democratic Party (UDP). Initially, eight UDP MLAs defected to the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), increasing the BJP’s presence in
Faculty recruitment in Indian educational institutions
11 clusters · 5 sources · last updated
Latest: Indian universities announce faculty and teaching recruitment
Faculty recruitment drives for the 2026 academic period continue across various Indian educational, medical, and research institutions. In the management sector, the Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Shillong has ann
African Swine Fever outbreaks and containment measures
15 clusters · 31 sources · last updated
Latest: Colombia intensifies inspections to prevent African Swine Fever
African Swine Fever (ASF) outbreaks have prompted various containment and quarantine measures across multiple regions. In Serbia and Croatia, the disease has led to significant agricultural concerns. Serbian authorities
Swachhata Hi Seva cleanliness campaign
8 clusters · 22 sources · last updated
Latest: India Ministry of Mines participates in Swachhata Hi Seva 2026 campaign
The ‘Swachhata Hi Seva’ cleanliness campaign has been implemented through various regional and international initiatives. In Ghana, the Indian High Commission organized a large-scale cleanup at Ananse Beach in Nungua to
Meghalaya and Sikkim Ranji Trophy match
2 clusters · 3 sources · last updated
Latest: Meghalaya takes lead against Sikkim in Ranji Trophy
In the opening match of the Ranji Trophy 2026-27 plate group season in Rangpo, Meghalaya and Sikkim engaged in a closely contested fixture. During the first two days, Sikkim posted a total of 245, led by a bowling perfo
India monsoon deficit and El Niño rabi crop risks
17 clusters · 47 sources · last updated
Latest: India faces widespread drought as El Niño impacts monsoon
India’s monsoon rainfall deficit has stabilized at 15 percent of the long-period average, though extreme regional variability is increasing. While the national shortfall appears manageable, the India Meteorological Depar
Meghalaya state governance and development updates
3 clusters · 11 sources · last updated
Latest: Meghalaya government launches new youth, health, and education initiatives
In mid-September 2026, Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma addressed several state-level issues. Following a petrol bomb attack on the Directorate of Mineral Resources office in Shillong, Sangma ordered increased s
Shillong Premier League 2026 competition
9 clusters · 5 sources · last updated
Latest: Mawlai wins Shillong Premier League 2026 title
In the 2026 Shillong Premier League, Nangkiew Irat experienced fluctuating results at the SSA Stadium. On August 31, Nangkiew Irat secured a 1-0 victory over Mylliem, driven by a 39th-minute goal from Ronaldkydon Lyngdoh
Meghalaya GHADC electoral rule changes
2 clusters · 6 sources · last updated
Latest: Meghalaya cabinet extends GHADC term for six months
The Meghalaya state government has introduced significant changes to the electoral processes for the Garo Hills Autonomous District Council (GHADC). Following communal violence concerning the participation of non-tribal
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