Hunt on for kingpin behind Ichamati incident: Meghalaya Dy CM Prestone Tynsong

Meghalaya Deputy Chief Minister Prestone Tynsong on Sunday said the state government is trying to get to the kingpin of the Ichamati incident. Stating that the police are conducting investigation and the case has not yet been closed, Tynsong said that the government has entrusted the police with the responsibility and are awaiting detailed investigation. […]

Bailey Bridge across Umiam river nearing completion: Meghalaya Dy CM Prestone Tynsong

Meghalaya Deputy Chief Minister Prestone Tynsong on Thursday informed the state assembly that the construction of the Bailey bridge across the Umiam river is expected to be completed by March 31. The Deputy Chief Minister responding to a query raised by Umroi MLA, George V Lyngdoh during the question and answer round in the state […]

Coal auction to begin soon: Meghalaya govt

The Meghalaya government has directed the Mining and Geology department to start the auctioning process of the 2 lakh metric tonnes of mined coal which is expected to begin in a few weeks time. Speaking to mediapersons, Deputy Chief Minister Prestone Tynsong said that in a few weeks time the government will be able to […]

Inter-state border row: Meghalaya to raise issue with Assam after 2021 elections

The government of Meghalaya is most likely to take up the long-pending inter-state border issue with Assam after the 2021 Assam General elections. Meghalaya Deputy Chief Minister Prestone Tynsong stated, while it is impossible to discuss the issue with Assam before the elections, the state will definitely take up the long-pending interstate border issue with […]

Meghalaya: GHADC elections to be held on April 9

The elections to the Garo Hills District Council (GHADC) will be held on April 9, 2021, the Meghalaya Cabinet announced on Thursday. During a briefing, Deputy Chief Minister Prestone Tynsong informed that publication of draft electoral roll will be on Feb 4, and counting will be held on April 14. The last date for filing […]

Meghalaya govt defers opening of entry, exit points till December 31

The Meghalaya government has deferred the opening of the much-awaited entry and exit point at Umling till December 21. The entry and exit point at Umling was slated to become operational from today. Informing this, Meghalaya Deputy Chief Minister Prestone Tynsong said that the decision to defer the opening was made keeping in mind the […]

Meghalaya govt allows inter-district movement; declares 10 districts green zones

Meghalaya government has allowed inter-district movement among 10 districts of the State, which fall under green zone. However, there will be no movement in and out of Shillong and its adjoining areas which fall under the red zone. This was informed by Meghalaya Deputy Chief Minister Prestone Tynsong. He said that the decision has been […]

Meghalaya: Over 3,000 samples tested for coronavirus; 4 quarantine facilities set up in Shillong, Tura

Over 3,000 samples have been tested for coronavirus in Meghalaya with all negative results, however the State government is not taking any chances and has come up with four dedicated quarantine centres – two each in Shillong and Tura. Informing this Meghalaya Deputy Chief Minister, Prestone Tynsong said that so far 6 thousand people have […]

Illegal coal transportation: Meghalaya govt cracks whip on district administration

Amidst the row surrounding illegal mining and transportation of coal in Meghalaya, Deputy Chief Minister Prestone Tynsong on Thursday sent out a strong message saying that the government would fix responsibilities on Deputy Commissioners and Superintendent of Police if they fail to act tough against the menace. Tynsong added that the government has already issued […]