Page-3 of Topic: Meghalaya
Assam and Meghalaya Joint Hydropower Project Initiative
The governments of Assam and Meghalaya have recently announced a collaborative initiative to establish a 55-megawatt hydropower and irrigation project. This development is part of a broader effort...
New Cave-Dwelling Fish Species Discovered in Meghalaya
Researchers have discovered new species of cave-dwelling fish, named Schistura densiclava. It was found in Krem Mawjingbuiñ, a cave near Mawsynram. This discovery puts stress on the rich...
Channa nachi
Recently, a new species of snakehead fish was identified in Meghalaya. Named Channa nachi, this species marks the rich biodiversity of the region’s freshwater ecosystems. The fish was...
Article 371 and Coal Mining in Meghalaya
In Meghalaya, discussions have emerged concerning the potential application of Article 371 of the Constitution of India to resume rat-hole coal mining. This comes as the state prepares... Meghalaya’s Shift to Scientific Coal Mining
The central government has signed agreements with three local miners to commence scientific coal mining in two districts (West Khasi Hills and East Jaintia Hills districts). This decision...
India and ADB Sign Loan Agreement For Water Security in Meghalaya
The Government of India has partnered with the Asian Development Bank (ADB) and they signed a loan agreement worth $50 million, which aims to enhance water security in...
Trouessartia thalassina and Proterothrix sibillae: New Feather Mites Discovered
A team of Romanian researchers has recently identified two new species of feather mites in Meghalaya’s subtropical forests. This discovery occurred during a study of local bird populations,...
Me·Gong Festival 2024
Meghalaya is set to host the Me·Gong Festival 2024, a two-day event that taking place on November 29-30 at Jenjal, Baljek Airport, in West Garo Hills, Tura. The...
Raorchestes asakgrensis: New Frog Species Discovered in Meghalaya
In a recent study, scientists from SACON have identified a new frog species in Meghalaya, named ‘Raorchestes asakgrensis’. This discovery took place over two years, from October 2020...
Idashisha Nongrang Appointed Meghalaya’s First Woman DGP
On May 11, 2024, Senior IPS Officer Idashisha Nongrang has been named Meghalaya’s first woman Director General of Police (DGP). Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma officially announced this...
Meghalaya Launches CM Elevate Program
Meghalaya’s Chief Minister, Conrad K. Sangma, inaugurated the groundbreaking CM Elevate program in Shillong, marking a significant step towards promoting entrepreneurship, boosting employment, and driving economic development within...
