The Shillong Times

From warming winter teas to zesty stir-fries, ginger (Zingiber officinale) has long been a kitchen staple. But beyond its culinary charm, this spicy root has a rich history in traditional medicine- and modern science is catching up. Studies now show that ginger may offer a wide range of health benefits, from easing nausea and relieving []

By Rajdeep Sardesai India is a country where improbable stories have an uncanny habit of occasionally becoming reality. Every day, millions dream of changing the system. Very few succeed. Which is why the astonishing rise of 30-year-old Abhijeet Dipke deserves to be taken seriously. Who could have imagined that a tweet posted on May 16 []

VPP-ba FCRA Amentment Bill-ko jegalata SHILLONG: Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act (FCRA)-ko taridapani bidingo, dao Parliament-o ongatenggipa Monsoon Session-o chanchirimani cholrang donga ine kadongsoengani gimin Kristianrangni adoko Meghalaya Democratic Alliance (MDA) sorkariko dilenggipa aro mamongo BJP-chi dilenggipa National Democratic Alliance (NDA)-oba bak ongenggipa National Peoples Party (NPP)-on kadongbattokengaha. Salgro salaram jolrangoni NDA-o bakrimenggipa Mizo National Front

SHILLONG: Meghalaya adoko electoral roll-rangko nipilna gita Special Intensive Revision (SIR)-ko dakengon, July-ni 28 tarik Mongolbar salona kingkingde enumeration form-rangko sualani aro gapatani 99.62 percent gapaha ine Mongolbar salo, adokni Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) BDR Tiwari parakataha. Adokni pilak biaprangon Booth Level Officer (BLO)-rang, June 30 tarikonin nokantiona ree enumeration form-rangko sualenga aro enumeration form-rangko []

AMPATI: Ajao songdongenggipa manderang, Aadhar-na biming segatna, atchiani aro sianiko segatna, Aadhar seeding kana aro dingtang dingtang cholrangko manna gita Mongolbar salo, South West Garo Hills ajani District Administration, enrolment drive aro awareness program-rangko Nogorpara PHC-o ongatangaha aro ia program-ko ongatanio sak 1000-mangni gita manderang bak raenba namgniko manaha. Ia program-ko Chief Minister-ni Catalytic Fund-ni []

Glasgow, July 28: Sharmila Dhankar, a woman who was impaired by polio at the age of two and survived the trauma of an abusive marriage, became Indias first para-athlete to clinch a gold medal in the Commonwealth Games, winning the womens shot put F57 event here. The 40-year-old produced her seasons best throw of 9.81m []

Glasgow, July 28:Australias Georgia Munro-Cook scored the winning points to seal an epic Womens 33 Wheelchair Basketball win over Canada, serving up a stunning finish to a Commonwealth Games classic with an overtime victory over the defending champions at Glasgow 2026. In a tit-for-tat encounter, Canada hit back from 10-7 down to draw level with []

NEW DELHI, July 28: India registered a record gross FDI inflow of $94.84 billion in FY 2025-26 as compared to $80.61 billion in FY 2024-25, the Parliament was informed on Tuesday. The decline in net FDI in recent years recovered to $6.95 billion in FY 202526 from $0.96 billion in FY 202425. The recent trend []

By Rahul Saikia Paper Leaks. Students Protest. Minister Resigns. The chronology provides the broad contours of the story. But the images, reels and memes provide a larger picture of the churn in Indian democracy. After a decade of being spoken down to, the youth of this country have spoken back and how! With anger, humor, []

By Jairaj Chhetry History has never been merely a record of events; it has always been a process of discovery. It was reported by journalists, verified through field reporting, scrutinised by editors and then debated by citizens in homes, classrooms, marketplaces and public squares. Every morning, newspapers presented a carefully assembled account of the previous []

Electric gariko bregipana gong 25,000 baksana indin register kana ongen SHILLONG: Meghalaya adokni bangbata biaprangon electric garirangna charging station-rang dongkujaengon, Sombar salo, Meghalaya Cabinet, Electric Vehicle Policy 2026-ko rachakangenba, electric gariko bregiparangna sakprako gong 25,000 tangkako onan baksana gariko register kaanio nanggipa korosrangkoba watna tik kaangaha. Cabinet toma matchotani jaman, iani bidingo kobor ratimgiparangna uiatengon, []

AMPATI: India asong gimikon mamong sorkarini abachengatgipa Khet Bachao Abhiyan-ko South West Garo Hills ajaoba District Agriculture Office, District Horticulture Office aro ATMA-ni Project Director baksa nangrime, June 1 tarikoni June 30 tarikona ongatangaha. South West Garo Hills ajao ia Khet Bachao Abhiyan-ko gimik dam 10 songrango ongatangaha aro ia campaign-ni bak gita awareness program, []

TURA: West Garo Hills ajani Gambegre C&RD Block ningo donggipa adita songrang, jekai Bolori, Dikkimpara, Jebalgre aro uandakgipa gipin songrango bijoliko name manjaenga ine Sombar salo, Achik State Peoples Front (ASPF) Gambegre regional unit, Meghalaya Power Distribution Corporation Limited (MePDCL) Barengapara, Dalu Sub-Division-ni Sub-Divisional Officer (SDO)-na badi kadoangaha. MePDCL Dalu Sub-Division-ni SDO-na sedoatgipa chittio ASPF []

Glasgow, July 27: Former world youth champion Sachin Siwach moved within one win of a medal after defeating Englands William Hewitt 4-1 on points to reach the mens 60kg quarterfinals at the Commonwealth Games here on Monday. The 26-year-old Indian delivered a composed and tactically disciplined display against the home boxer, using sharp combinations and []

SHILLONG, July 18: In a state where they rarely see eye-to-eye on policy, Meghalayas fiercest political rivals have declared a temporary ceasefire, finding common ground in the sky-blue and white of Argentina ahead of the World Cup final. Chief Minister and NPP National President Conrad K Sangma and his most vocal critic, VPP president Ardent []

BUDAPEST (Hungary), July 16: Indias Olympic bronze medallist and U23 Asian Champion Aman Sehrawat delivered a commanding performance to clinch the gold medal in the mens 57kg freestyle category at the Polyak Imre, Varga Janos & Kozma Istvn Memorial Senior Ranking Tournament 2026 in Budapest, Hungary, on Wednesday. Continuing his impressive form on the global []

OHIO, July 16: Defending champion Carlos Alcaraz has entered next months Cincinnati Open as he targets a return from a wrist injury, tournament organisers said. The 23-year-old Spaniard, a seven-time Grand Slam champion, was unable to defend his French Open crown and also missed Wimbledon as he continued his recovery.But the world number three is []

AMPATI: South West Garo Hills ajani Bansali, Mir Jumla, Chandamari aro Chondonpara biaprango niamgri dokkan dakgiparangko Garo Hills Autonomous District Council (GHADC)-ni Deputy Chief Executive Member, Stevie M Marak-ni dilanichi taxation department-ni official-rang baksa Bristibar salo amsandienb ge 200-na baten dokkanrangko chipattokaha. Sixth Schedule ajao Trading for Non-Tribals (TNT) Licence gri, Professional Tax gamgija aro []

Atlanta, July 9: The Egyptian Football Association (EFA) said Wednesday it cannot remain silent after what it believes was unfair and biased officiating in Egypts 3-2 round of 16 loss against Argentina. Egypt coach Hossam Hassan and several players criticized the officiating after being left in disbelief as Argentina scored three unanswered goals in 13 []

New Delhi, July 9: FIFA chief refereeing officer Pierluigi Collina has firmly defended the integrity and independence of match officials at the 2026 FIFA World Cup following criticism over Argentinas dramatic 3-2 Round of 16 victory against Egypt. The response comes after the Egyptian Football Association (EFA) called for an investigation into the officiating and []

MUMBAI, July 9: The Indian Pickleball Association (IPA) on Thursday announced the Indian team, led by Harsh Mehta, for the Pickleball World Cup to be held at Da Nang, Vietnam from August 30 to September 6. Harsh, a recurring name on the international pickleball circuit, will be accompanied by Arjun Singh, who is also representing []

Actor Rashmika Mandanna has wrapped up shooting a major underwater action sequence for her upcoming film Mysaa. According to the makers, it is Indias first female-led underwater fight sequence, with the actor performing the stunts herself without using an action double. The makers of the upcoming film, shared a glimpse of the sequence on social []

Welsh singer Bonnie Tyler, whose powerful hit Total Eclipse of the Heart became one of the biggest songs of the 1980s, has died at the age of 75. According to The New York Times, Tyler passed away on Wednesday at a hospital in Portugal after battling an illness, according to a post shared on her []

A public interest litigation (PIL) was filed in the Punjab and Haryana High Court on Thursday, seeking restoration of Diljit Dosanjh-starrer film Satluj that was removed just days after its digital release on an OTT platform. The petition said the removal of the film, based on activist Jaswant Singh Khalras efforts to uncover alleged disappearances []

Executive Director of Reliance Retail, Isha Ambani, attended designer Manish Malhotras Autumn/Winter 2026 Haute Couture presentation during Paris Haute Couture Week. Ambani was present at Malhotras showcase, which marked the designers entry into the official Haute Couture calendar in Paris. During her visit, she also attended designer Rahul Mishras presentation, reflecting her continued engagement with []

New Delhi, July 9: Indian intelligence agencies have warned of an emerging security threat to the Indian diaspora in Canada and the United Kingdom, with inputs indicating that elements linked to the Pakistan-based Inter Services Intelligence (ISI) and Khalistani extremists are planning a coordinated campaign of attacks against individuals perceived to be supporters of India []

London, July 7: Jannik Sinner moved to within two wins of successfully defending his Wimbledon title on Tuesday after producing a composed and clinical quarter-final victory over Jan-Lennard Struff. The No. 1 ranked may not have produced his most dazzling tennis in the face of Struffs dangerous game, but he still proved too strong for []

LONDON, July 5: Coco Gauff overcame a shaky start and beat Jessica Pegula 4-6, 6-3, 6-3 on Tuesday to reach the Wimbledon semifinals for the first time. The two-time major champion raised her arms in the air after Pegula sent a weak backhand into the net on the first match point in an all-American quarterfinal []

London, July 7: Arthur Fery used to come to Wimbledon when he was a kid to watch Roger Federer on Centre Court. He grew up only five minutes away from the All England Club. On Monday, the tables were turned when Federer was in attendance watching Fery on the sports most famous court as he []

Days after actor Kangana Ranaut announced that she had wrapped shooting for the sequel to her 2014 box office hit Queen, Phantom Studios has moved the Bombay High Court alleging that it is being made without its consent. JioStar India Private Limited, the respondent, claimed on Tuesday that the upcoming film was an independent production []

Film to open London Film Festival on July 9 Actress Neha Dhupia, whose debut International film 52 Blue is set to open the prestigious London Film Festival on July 9, has spoken about Argentine superstar Lionel Messis association with the movie and how it has brought an incredible spotlight to the project internationally. Nehas film []

New Delhi, July 7: Gold prices fell sharply by Rs 1,400 to Rs 1.49 lakh per 10 grams in the national capital on Tuesday, and silver slipped Rs 200, as a stronger rupee and weak global trends weighed on the precious metals. The yellow metal of 99.9 per cent purity depreciated by Rs 1,400 to []

By Toki Blah On July 3, 2026, Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma inaugurated a workshop titled Developing State Response for El Nio Preparedness: Strengthening Food and Water Security. He red flagged an alarming 80% rainfall deficit for the state and described climate change as an existential crisis. Out of an average annual rainfall of []

The World Banks designation of India as a lower middle income economy should drill some sense into the minds of those who get on to their rooftops to hail the nations economic progress under the Narendra Modi dispensation lasting around 13 years at a stretch since 2014. Notably, the Bank upgraded Asian nations Vietnam, the []

AMLAREM, July 7: Education Minister and local MLA Lahkmen Rymbui handed over the newly established Government Secondary School to the people of Jongushen Village in Amlarem Sub-Division of West Jaintia Hills on Tuesday. Constructed under the Rashtriya Madhyamik Shiksha Abhiyan (RMSA), the school is expected to strengthen educational infrastructure in the region. With Lower Primary []

Behdienkhlam CELEBRATION JOWAI, July 7: Chants and the rhythmic resonance of the tangmuri echoed through the heart of Jowai on Sunday as the Seinraij invoked ancient spirits at the sacred pool of Aitnar. The ceremonies marked the second day of Behdienkhlam, the Pnar communitys annual festival of spiritual defiance and prayer for a bountiful harvest. []

SHILLONG, July 7: Magik Cook, a food brand of Shree Mahabir Foods Ltd., has expanded its product portfolio in Meghalaya with the launch of Hakka Noodles, Pickles, and Jams. The new range was introduced during an event at Maha Laxmi Store in Laban, Shillong, on Tuesday. Shree Mahabir Foods Ltd. Managing Director Sanjeev Kumar Bajoria []

Climate change is shifting forest conditions faster than local tree species can adapt. Higher temperatures, more frequent droughts and less predictable winters can weaken species that have been established in a region for centuries. In light of this, one idea is gaining ground: assisted migration. Assisted migration involves deliberately moving tree species or populations to []

Centre brushes off media reports on Bhutan rejecting E20 petrol proposal, says no export offer was made New Delhi, July 5: The Ethanol Blended Petrol (EBP) Programme has emerged as a key pillar of Indias energy transition and biofuel strategy, which has saved the countrys foreign exchange by reducing crude oil imports, lowered greenhouse gas []

New Delhi, July 5: India will chair the ninth session of the Intergovernmental Group of Experts on Consumer Protection Law and Policy, to be held at the Palais des Nations in Geneva this week, the Consumer Affairs Ministry said on Sunday. The session is organised by the United Nations Trade and Development (UNCTAD) and will []

New Delhi, July 5: Union Agriculture and Rural Development Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Sunday released the first instalment of Rs 25,863 crore to the states for the implementation of the Viksit BharatGuarantee for Rozgar and Aajeevika Mission (Gramin) (VB-G-RAM-G) scheme. The instalment, which forms part of the mother sanction of the scheme, was released []

Guwahati, July 3: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Friday said that the state government is working to bring governance to the fingertips of citizens through the Seva Setu platform, which has emerged as one of the largest digital public service delivery initiatives in the state. Highlighting the achievements of the platform in a []

Kansas City, July 2: As Colombia prepare to face Ghana in the Round of 32 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup on Friday, memories of one of the darkest episodes in football history continue to haunt the South American nation. More than three decades ago, Colombia arrived at the 1994 FIFA World Cup in the []

By Dr Omarlin Kyndiah As the monsoon approaches Jowai prepares yet again to host one of its most profound cultural and spiritual expressions-Behdienkhlam, celebrated this year from July 6-9. Beneath the rhythm of drums, the splendour of decorated rong or rots, and the energy of thousands gathered at Aitnar, lies a deeper story that continues []

The Ayodhya Ram Temple funds case is getting curiouser, and Prime Minister Narendra Modis silence on the massive loot at one of the epicentres of Hindu faith is surprising. He zealously promoted the cause of the temple throughout the past 12 years of his governance. The Vishwa Hindu Parishad has distanced itself from the misappropriations []