Meghalaya CM lays foundation stone for spice industrial unit

Shillong: Meghalaya CM Conrad K Sangma laid the foundation stone for an organic spice industrial unit (PRIME-HUB), under the aegis of department of agriculture and farmers’ welfare, at Bhoirymbong in Ri-Bhoi district on Saturday. The unit will be managed by Eastern Ri-Bhoi Organic Farmer Producer Company Ltd.“It is a multi-purpose facility, not only limited to ginger processing, but also capable of handling other spices like turmeric, black pepper and more, potentially making it the largest of its kind in the northeastern region,” an official said.“The state government has been supporting different organizations involved in various farming activities. This unit will help thousands of farmers in the region,” Conrad said.

Meghalaya CM Conrad K Sangma inaugurates 133rd edition of Durand Cup in Shillong

The 133rd Durand Cup was inaugurated in Shillong by Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium. The event, graced by various dignitaries, featured performances by local musicians and over 800 schoolchildren. It marked the tournament's first time being hosted in Shillong, highlighting Meghalaya's cultural richness.

Meghalaya imposes night curfew, 3 other northeastern states step up border vigil

Meghalaya imposed a night curfew along its border with Bangladesh to enhance security due to the prevailing situation in the neighboring country. Other northeastern states, Tripura, Mizoram, and Assam, also tightened border security. Authorities increased vigilance and intelligence sharing, particularly in Assam's four districts, to prevent any potential spillover effects from Bangladesh's political upheaval.

UP Farmers organize 'tiranga march' from Pari Chowk to Surajpur in Noida

Farmers from Bhartiya Kisan Union (Tikait) conducted a Tiranga March from Pari Chowk to Surajpur Collectorate in Greater Noida, urging the government to address unresolved farmers' issues. Their demands included an MSP Guarantee Law, strengthening the Land Acquisition Law, and implementing free electricity for all states. Traffic on the route was affected due to the march.