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Shillong: News

20 Aug 2026
• Meghalaya

Meghalaya students' protest turns violent; vehicles, Vivekananda, Netaji statues vandalized

A black-flag motorcycle rally organized by the Khasi Students' Union (KSU) turned violent in Shillong, Meghalaya, on Wednesday, with protesters allegedly vandalizing statues of Swami Vivekananda and Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose and setting at least two government vehicles on fire.

10 May 2026
• India

Meghalaya: Unidentified miscreants vandalize Hanuman temple, steal valuables

A Hanuman temple in Garikhana, Shillong, was vandalized early Sunday morning.

05 Feb 2026
• Meghalaya

16 killed after blast in coal mine in Meghalaya

At least 16 laborers were killed and several others are feared trapped following an explosion at a suspected illegal coal mine in Meghalaya's East Jaintia Hills district on Thursday.

27 Aug 2025
• SpiceJet

SpiceJet introduces WhatsApp-based boarding passes for paperless travel

Budget airline SpiceJet has launched a new paperless boarding facility at Shillong airport. The move is aimed at reducing passenger waiting time and promoting sustainability.

30 Jul 2025
• Meghalaya

Meghalaya honeymoon murder case to be turned into a film

The shocking murder of Indore-based businessman Raja Raghuvanshi during his honeymoon in Meghalaya has left the nation in disbelief.

30 Jun 2025
• Meghalaya

9 days in Meghalaya: The itinerary you've been looking for

Popularly known for its lush rainforests and vibrant culture, Meghalaya offers a unique nine-day exploration itinerary.

05 Dec 2024
• Bengaluru

Grammy-winner Afrojack to perform in India in January 2025

Grammy Award-winning DJ Afrojack will be returning to India for two performances in January 2025.

17 Jan 2024
• Travel And Tourism

India's most serene babymoon destinations

Taking a babymoon is a wonderful way to commemorate the experience of anticipating parenthood.

14 Dec 2023
• Christmas Day

Christmas 2023: Visit these Indian destinations for unforgettable celebrations

As the festive season approaches, the merry spirit of Christmas permeates the air throughout India.

01 Feb 2023
• Travel And Tourism

These desi destinations will give you perfect international feels

Why visit foreign locations when our country is blessed with such breathtaking spots?

27 Jan 2023
• Reliance Jio

Reliance Jio introduces 5G services in all North-Eastern states

Reliance Jio has launched its 'True 5G' service across six states of India's North-Eastern region.

15 Dec 2022
• Christmas Day

Visit these Indian places to witness the best Christmas celebrations

Santa Claus is calling you to visit these five places in India.

21 Nov 2022
• Travel And Tourism

Ready for Shillong Cherry Blossom Festival? Here's all about it

The most awaited Shillong Cherry Blossom Festival is here and we are super excited.

27 May 2022
• West Bengal

5 places to visit near Siliguri

Siliguri in West Bengal is the doorway to the northeast for the rest of India. Siliguri also gives one access to Sikkim via road.

27 May 2022
• Meghalaya

Your guide to traveling to Shillong in summer

Visiting the northeast is a dream of many travelers.

21 Jan 2022
• Karnataka

5 places in India to enjoy a work vacation

While working from home sounds like an exciting idea, it isn't all that fun.

17 Aug 2021
• Meghalaya

Meghalaya capital calm after unrest, police launches helpline for evacuation

The Meghalaya government on Tuesday said there were no untoward incidents since the curfew was clamped in the state capital, Shillong, following the unrest, and launched a police helpline for people who are stranded in Shillong and are in need of evacuation.

16 Aug 2021
• Meghalaya

Petrol bombs hurled at Meghalaya CM's private residence

Unidentified miscreants on Sunday night lobbed petrol bombs at the residence of Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma, police said.

14 Aug 2021
• Meghalaya

Congress demands MHRC inquiry into death of militant in encounter

The opposition Congress has demanded an inquiry by the Meghalaya Human Rights Commission (MHRC) to ascertain the facts behind the "encounter-style" killing of a dreaded militant by the police.

31 Jul 2021
• Meghalaya

Eat more beef than chicken, mutton, fish: BJP minister

BJP minister in the Meghalaya government Sanbor Shullai encouraged the people of the state to eat more beef than chicken, mutton, and fish, dispelling the apprehension that his party was against it.

01 Mar 2020
• Meghalaya

Meghalaya: Violence over CAA, Inner Line Permit leaves 2 dead

Curfew remained imposed in Shillong's Cantonment Beat House and areas under the jurisdiction of Lumdiengjri and Sadar police stations on Sunday after two people were killed in fresh clashes, officials said.

09 Feb 2020
• Meghalaya

Bullied at school, 9-year-old Meghalaya girl creates anti-bullying app

A nine-year-old girl in Meghalaya's Shillong has developed an app that helps victims of bullying report incidents anonymously.

05 Jan 2020
• India

Here is the list of all long weekends of 2020

2020 is the year you've been waiting for.

11 Nov 2019
• India

Five best places to visit in Northeast India

The hidden gem called Northeast India has been unfairly ignored by travelers for far too long.

09 Feb 2019
• West Bengal

CBI to question Kolkata Police chief Rajeev Kumar today

After an explosive showdown with the Kolkata Police earlier, the CBI is slated to question Kolkata Police Commissioner Rajeev Kumar on Saturday.

24 Aug 2018
• India

#TravelBytes: 5 most beautiful routes in India for cycling enthusiasts

Cycling isn't just an exercise. It's much more- the sheer joy of jumping onto your bike, and pedaling your way through beautiful surroundings is purely unmatched.

03 Jun 2018
• Airports Authority of India

Indian airports witness 21.7% growth in passenger-traffic in April YOY

The passenger traffic in Indian airports in April registered a substantial growth of 21.7% over the corresponding month last year, according to the latest figures released by the Airport Authority of India (AAI).

02 Jun 2018
• Meghalaya

Meghalaya violence: Curfew extended to second day in Shillong

Curfew in some parts of Shillong was extended to the second day following night-long violence during which a mob torched a house, a shop and damaged about half a dozen vehicles.

01 Jun 2018
• Meghalaya

Shillong: Curfew imposed, Internet services suspended after clashes between groups

In 14 parts of Meghalaya's capital Shillong, curfew was imposed and Internet services suspended on Friday morning following violent clashes between Shillong Transport Public Service (STPS) drivers and Them Iew Mawlong area residents.

31 May 2018
• World

#WorldNoTobaccoDay: Say yes to e-cigarettes to reduce cancer risk

On "World No Tobacco Day", experts suggest e-cigarette is the less harmful option for smokers to reduce the health burden of smoking significantly.

27 Apr 2018
• Air Deccan

Air Deccan's test flight successfully lands at Shillong airport

Air Deccan's 18-seater B190 aircraft landed at Shillong airport at Umroi. The flight was on trial run from Agartala under the Center's UDAN scheme.

10 Apr 2018
• IIM-Bangalore

Women in IIMs: What statistics reveal about IIMs' gender diversity

Statistics about gender diversity in IIM show there's a long way to go.

20 Mar 2018
• ICICI Bank

IIM Shillong completes 100% placement; top package at Rs. 26L

IIM Shillong has completed 100% placement for its Post Graduate Program in Management (PGPM) for 2017-18 batch.

12 Jul 2017
• Assam

Shillong: Meet the ladies that turn garbage into gold

They are called the 'Merry Maidens' of Shillong with a twist.