Category Archives: Meghalaya

Meghalaya government announces five-day total lockdown in East Khasi Hills

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The Meghalaya government has announced a five-day total lockdown in East Khasi Hills district and weekend lockdown for the other districts to arrest the uncontrollable surge of COVID-19 cases in the state. The decision was taken at a review meeting … Continue reading →

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No shortage of oxygen in the state as of now: Meghalaya Deputy CM Prestone Tynsong

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Over 180 patients, who have tested positive for COVID-19, are dependent on oxygen in Meghalaya. “Around 200 COVID-19 patients have been admitted in the hospitals of which 180 are requiring oxygen,” Deputy Chief Minister Prestone Tynsong told reporters on Tuesday. … Continue reading →

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Meghalaya to provide free vaccination to all above 18yrs

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The Meghalaya government has decided to provide COVID vaccination free of cost to every citizen above 18 years of age. Announcing this after a review meeting held on Tuesday, Deputy Chief Minister Prestone Tynsong said that the state government has … Continue reading →

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More Covid-19 restrictions announced in Meghalaya

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The state government of Meghalaya has come up with more restrictions to curb the spread of the Covid-19 pandemic. After a review meeting held on Monday, Deputy Chief Minister Prestone Tynsong said all essential shops in Shillong urban agglomeration are … Continue reading →

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COVID-19: Closures of several commercial establishments in Shillong

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The Deputy Commissioner (Excise), East Khasi Hills on Thursday declared the closure of all bonded warehouses/IMFL off shops/canteens and outsells in the entire Shillong agglomeration with effect from May 1 to May 10. The order was issued in view of the rapid rise … Continue reading →

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Meghalaya awaiting delivery of vaccines

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The third phase of the national vaccination programme against Covid-19 which is scheduled to begin on May 1 will be delayed in Meghalaya which is still waiting for the vaccines to arrive in the state. Due to this, the Principal … Continue reading →

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Meghalaya government issues stricter COVID guidelines

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Meghalaya government on Wednesday announced containment of Shillong including Tura and Jowai for 10 days allowing only essential services to operate. The containment measures will come into effect starting from 5 am of May 1 to May 10. The decision … Continue reading →

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Citizens of Meghalaya urged to report COVID related rumours

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Meghalaya police on Monday urged the general public to report any circulation of any fake news related to Covid-19 on social media or through any other source. In a statement issued on Monday, Assistant Inspector General of Police (AIGP), GK … Continue reading →

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2 drug smugglers arrested with huge stash of contraband in Garo Hills

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In a major success for the West Garo Hills (WGH) police, 2 drug smugglers were arrested within the district from whom a huge stash of over 2 kgs of Yaba tablets were recovered, according to police. The incident took place … Continue reading →

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Govt orders closure of liquor bars, hotels, clubs from April 23-30 in Shillong

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The Deputy Commissioner of East Khasi Hills district on Friday announced the closure of all liquor bars, hotels, clubs (having license for selling liquor on the premise) with effect from April 23 to April 30, 2021 under Shillong agglomeration. The … Continue reading →

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