News and stories from the eight states of Northeast India
A dispute has emerged between the state administration and the KHADC regarding land ownership for the Shillong Peak Ropeway initiative. According to the opposition leader within the council, the regional body maintains full authority over the area governed by the Sixth Schedule.
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Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma said on Wednesday that his state improved from a low rank in health indicators. Speaking in Shillong, he said authorities need targeted efforts with awareness, early detection and coordinated work to address anaemia.
Three members of district councils from the Trinamool Congress are reportedly preparing to switch allegiance to the National People's Party. This political development will alter the regional balance of power in Meghalaya.
Officials and representatives from the Assam and Meghalaya border region gathered for a meeting. They stressed the urgent need to establish forest rights committees in the area.
