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Shillong, Aug 21:The blockade imposed by certain groups in Assam on vehicular movement from and to Meghalaya worsened today, with transporters deciding to stop goods trucks from entering this state. Meghalaya is almost wholly dependent on trucks passing through Assam for supplies of food, fuel, daily needs and other goods. The blockade began after violence [] The post Assam blockade expands despite Himanta-Conrad moves to restore calm first appeared on Highland Post .

Shillong, Aug 21:Petrol stations in Shillong and other parts of the state saw a rush of demand today after the news emerged that theNorth East Petroleum Mazdoor Union had decided on an indefinite cessation of loading and unloading of products for Meghalaya until peace is restored. Long queues were seen at different petrol stations in [] The post Panicked buyers drain petrol stations dry first appeared on Highland Post .

Shillong, Aug 21:A failure to listen to the concerns of the public was a direct cause of the violence that descended on Shillong on Wednesday, Leader of the Opposition and former Chief Minister Dr Mukul Sangma said today. Addressing a press conference, Dr Sangma blamed the state government for the law and order breakdown during [] The post Govt failure to listen to public complaints led to violence: Mukul first appeared on Highland Post .

Shillong, Aug 21:The youth wing of the United Democratic Party (UDP) has accused police of not providing sufficient security to the rally conducted by the Khasi Students Union (KSU) on Wednesday, which then turned violent, resulting in damage to property and injuries to several innocent passersby. The UDP youth wing also criticised the state government [] The post UDP youth wing accuses cops of not providing security to KSU rally first appeared on Highland Post .

Shillong, Aug 21:Leader of Opposition Dr Mukul Sangma on Friday said the state government must reflect public sentiment on the uranium mining issue and remain consistent, regardless of who is in power. Reacting to the centres recent MMDR Act amendment passed in Parliament, Dr Sangma said while laws may change, Meghalayas stand cannot ignore history. [] The post Match uranium stand with peoples sentiment: Mukul first appeared on Highland Post .

By Augusten Blah Before We Take Sides, Let Us First Understand the Truth. Shillong needs facts, restraint and leadership, not another battle of narratives. Shillong is going through a deeply concerning moment. Associations and pressure groups are taking to the streets, speaking about their rights, their concerns and their demands. On the other side, communities [] The post Shillong at a Crossroads: Facts Before Blame, Dialogue Before Division first appeared on Highland Post .

On August 19, Shillong bled. A rally that was meant to be a statement became a scene of smashed cars, torched vehicles and 16 injured people. The Khasi Students Unions black flag bike ride, meant to press a 5-point charter, ended with masked men turning anger into violence. That should have been the end of [] The post The Road Wars first appeared on Highland Post .

Shillong, Aug 21:The District Magistrate of Ri-Bhoi issued an advisory today for travellers wishing to proceed into Assam from the district. With a standoff between transporter groups from each state continuing, the normal Byrnihat-Jorabat Road that forms part of National Highway 6 has been closed to the movement of traffic in both directions. Travellers from [] The post Govt notifies alternative routes for travellers to Assam first appeared on Highland Post .

Shillong, Aug 21:A series of arson and petrol bomb incidents were reported across Meghalaya between Thursday night and early Friday morning, with police registering cases and launching investigations. In West Jaintia Hills, a government Bolero (ML 01 6416) belonging to a Transport Department officer was set on fire by unidentified miscreants around 1:40am on Friday [] The post Sporadic incidents of arson continue, security tightened in City first appeared on Highland Post .

Shillong, Aug 21:The Artificial Limbs Manufacturing Corporation of India (ALIMCO), in collaboration with Samagra Shiksha Meghalaya, organised an integrated state review meeting of district officers, special educators and district IE coordinators at Shillong Club on Friday. The meeting focused on challenges, gaps and opportunities in strengthening inclusive education and support systems for Children with Special [] The post ALIMCO, Samagra Shiksha hold state review meet on inclusive education fir

Shillong, Aug 21:Social activist Greneth M Sangma has submitted a written complaint to Chief Secretary and State Vigilance Commissioner Dr. Shakil P. Ahammed seeking immediate intervention against the alleged practice of making Aadhaar effectively compulsory across government departments, public institutions and online portals in Meghalaya. In the letter Sangma alleged that citizens are being forced, [] The post Complaint seeks state intervention against coercive Aadhaar demands first appeared o

Shillong, Aug 21:Star Cement CSR organised community activities to celebrate Independent Day in Lumshnong area. Initiatives included installation of flood lights at Brishrynot Football Ground, handover of an EV garbage carrier to Dorbar Shnong Lumshnong, distribution of 50,000 scholarship to 39 Class X and XII students from Lumshnong and Brishrynot, and friendly football matches. Officials [] The post Star Cement holds community drive in Lumshnong first appeared on Highland Post .

Shillong, Aug 21: Dr. Deepak Rajan, One Health Research Fellow at the Indian Institute of Public Health (IIPH) Shillong, won the Best Oral Presentation Award at the International Conference on Public Health 2026 held in Bali, Indonesia. He received the award for his research paper titled Seroprevalence and Risk Factors of Leptospirosis in Meghalaya: An [] The post IIPH Shillong fellow wins best paper award at ICOPH Bali first appeared on Highland Post .

Shillong, Aug 21: The Khasi Students Union (KSU) today submitted memorandum to all 36 MLAs from the Khasi Hills, demanding they raise its 5-point charter when the Meghalaya Assemblys Autumn Session begins on August 24. KSU members from various units and circles submitted the memorandum across constituencies. The union said it will also reach out [] The post KSU asks 36 MLAs to raise demands in Assembly, announces sit-in on Aug 24 first appeared on Highland Post .

Shillong, Aug 21: Mawlai retained first place in the Shillong Premier League 2026 after a gruelling 0-0 draw with Shillong Lajong at the SSA Stadium here this evening. Both teams won their opening round matches. Lajong were 1-0 winners against Nangkiew Irat on 29 July while Mawlai soared to a 5-0 triumph against Laitkor the [] The post SPL 2026: Mawlai stay on top of standings after deadlock with Lajong first appeared on Highland Post .

Shillong, Aug 21: The State government felicitated an electric bus driver and conductor for their exceptional courage in protecting passengers during the August 19 stone-pelting incident in Shillong. The Department of Urban Affairs honoured Fullmoonwell Lyngdoh, driver, and Banmanbha Marwien, conductor, of the electric bus Ka Bos Jong Ngi for their presence of mind during [] The post Govt felicitates bus driver, conductor for protecting passengers during stone-pelting in Shillong first appeared

Shillong, Aug 20:Voice of the People Party (VPP) President Ardent Miller Basaiawmoit today said that non-violent agitation is far more effective, as violent protests allow the government to hide behind law-and-order concerns and divert attention away from genuine public demands. In a video statement on Thursday, Basaiawmoit said unrest breeds fear, invites condemnation and allows [] The post Peaceful protest the way to go: Ardent first appeared on Highland Post .

Shillong, Aug 20: Vishal Kaith turned hero once again, pulling off two crucial saves in the penalty shootout to send Mohun Bagan into the final of the Durand Cup 2026 as the Mariners prevailed 4-3 on penalties against NorthEast United after the second semifinal ended 0-0 in regulation time at the JN Stadium here this [] The post Durand Cup 2026: NorthEast Utds unbeaten run ends in shootout to Bagan first appeared on Highland Post .