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How poachers targeted areas outside protected zones to traffic 100 tigers to Myanmar

Poachers have, of late, been targeting tigers outside protected areas instead of the core zones. Involvement of Myanmar-origin traffickers on either side of the border has enabled seamless coordination between traders. The arrest of serving and former personnel from enforcement agencies has heightened concern among authorities. Authorities need to keep…

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India held to a draw by Bangladesh in AFC Asian Cup qualifier

SHILLONG: The fans came out in large numbers, making their presence felt with some lusty cheering. But India, playing their second international match at the JN Stadium here, could not give them the joy they had hoped for as their opening AFC Asian Cup Qualifier against Bangladesh ended 0-0 on…

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Assam Rifles celebrates Veterans Day in Shillong, Honours Ex-Servicemen and Veer Naris

Assam Rifles pays tribute to its brave veterans and Veer Naris on Veterans Day. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Injuries sour Indian football team's victory

SHILLONG: Despite the first win in 2025, and one after 489 days, all is not well in the Indian camp.

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Back from retirement, Sunil Chhetri inspires India to first win in 489 days

SHILLONG: Sunil Chhetri justified being coaxed out of his international retirement by a beleaguered India coach Manolo Marquez with a performance on his return to the national fold, which seemed like he had never left at all. That, and a fine glancing header for his 95th career goal helped give…

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Eyes on Sunil Chhetri, mind on Bangladesh

SHILLONG: India’s friendly international against Maldives here has gathered more firsts than it promised. When the schedule for India’s matches in this FIFA international window was announced, Wednesday’s friendly was marked as the first time that the senior national team will play in Meghalaya’s capital, ahead of their more important…

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Durand Cup: NorthEast bring Lajong crashing down

SHILLONG: Since the afternoon, all roads in Meghalaya were virtually leading to the Nehru Stadium in the capital, buzzing with anticipation of another giant-killing act. Once again, Lajong FC had all the noise and a 16000-odd crowd inside the stadium made it quite intimidating for the visitors to breathe. Once…

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When Meghalaya sings | Anurag Banerjee’s ‘The Songs of Our People’ documents his homeland through its musicians

Photographer Anurag Banerjee’s The Songs of Our People attempts to capture the state’s history and vibrancy through its musicians — urban and indigenous

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Matrilineal Meghalaya bets on women frontrunners

If the candidates of the ruling National People’s Party win, matrilineal Meghalaya would be India’s first State with more than one Lok Sabha seat to have all-women Members of Parliament

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A suitcase full of clouds | Stocking up on chubitchi brew and smoked pork in Iewduh, Shillong

When a restaurant owner from Chennai made space in her suitcase for Khasi delicacies, smoked meats, and some local liquor

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Mohammedan Sporting crowned I-League champions, to get promotion to ISL

NEW DELHI: Mohammedan Sporting Club’s long wait for their maiden I-League title finally came to an end on Saturday as they beat Shillong Lajong FC 2-1 in the away match at the SSA Stadium.

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Meghalaya BJP chief under pressure to quit after the party decides not to contest LS seats

Pressure is mounting on Rikman G. Momin, the Bharatiya Janata Party’s Meghalaya unit president, to quit in acknowledgement of his “failure” to convince the party’s central leadership to contest the two Lok Sabha seats in Meghalaya.

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Conrad Sangma welcomes BJP's decision to support NPP candidates in Meghalaya

The NPP president claimed that Ampareen Lyngdoh the NPP candidate for the Shillong Lok Sabha seat has also got the support of the Opposition TMC in Nongthymmai block and a few other Assembly segments where TMC leaders are supporting the NPP.

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IED blast | Shillong’s Punjabi lane settlers seek Home Minister Amit Shah’s help

Residents of the disputed Punjabi Lane in Shillong have sought the intervention of Union Home Minister Amit Shah into the IED explosion in their locality on March 9, resulting in one injury.

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NorthEast United FC look to hose ISL ties in Shillong, Imphal in the future

PANAJI: NorthEast United FC’s plans to host matches outside Guwahati for the first time since inception of the Indian Super League (ISL) in 2014 may have to wait until next season.

The Hindu

Manipur CM skips North Eastern Council meeting chaired by Amit Shah in Shillong

Manipur Chief Minister N. Biren Singh skips NEC meeting due to ethnic violence; Amit Shah emphasizes peace and development in Northeast.

The Times of India

Shillong look to maintain unbeaten run vs Aizawl

KOLKATA: Six years back, on a nervy and full-house April evening, Aizawl FC had written history for northeast football clubs at Shillong Lajong's home by becoming the first club from the region to claim the then top-division I-League title.

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Shillong Lajong continue dream run in I-League

KOLKATA: Shillong Lajong continued their impressive run in their comeback season into I-League as they defeated Churchill Brothers 2-0 in a home fixture at SSA Ground in Shillong on Wednesday.

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Assam Rifle conducts third edition of Half Marathon in Shillong

The Assam Rifles organised the third edition of the Half Marathon on Sunday at the Headquarters of Directorate General Assam Rifles, Laitkor, Shillong, to promote the 'Fit India Movement'. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Flying to Bangkok cheaper than flying to Northeast from Delhi! Know why?

If you thought travelling to Bangkok was costly, you must check the cost of flights from Delhi to any destination in Northeast India! The prices will give you a reality check and show that the truth here is that domestic flights are not cheaper than flying to international destinations.

The Hindu

Meghalaya eyeing heritage tourism, plan to have small museum at old Assembly building: CM Conrad Sangma

Chief Minister Conrad Sangma has stressed on leveraging the tourism potential of heritage sites in Shillong and other parts of Meghalaya while asserting that there is a plan to open a small museum in a portion of the historic old Assembly building in the capital city Shillong.

The Hindu

Gokulam’s Sanchez hat-trick sinks Rajasthan

Gokulam Kerala thrashed Rajasthan United 5-0, with a hat-trick from Alex Sanchez. Komron Tursonov opened the scoring, followed by Sanchez's two goals and V.S. Sreekuttan's strike. Shillong Lajong and Neroca played out a 1-1 draw. Gokulam moved to the top of the table with seven points.

The Times of India

Lajong draw match and crowd as I-League returns to Shillong

KOLKATA: On a busy Thursday afternoon, a capacity crowd of 5581 — according to official figures — celebrated the return of the I-League in the Meghalaya capital, albeit after a gap of four years. They filled up the stands at Shillong Sports Association Stadium, the temporary home of Shillong Lajong,…

The Hindu

Shillong Lajong held by NEROCA in season's first home game

Shillong Lajong FC earned a point in I-League's return to Meghalaya after 4 yrs, drawing 1-1 with NEROCA FC. Lajong took lead through Renan Paulino in 34th min. NEROCA equalised in 79th min. Both teams climbed in table, Lajong 9th with 2 pts, NEROCA 11th. Next, Lajong host Sreenidi Deccan,…

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The Shillong Cherry Blossom Festival brings R&B singer Ne-Yo, English DJ Jonas Blue and DJ Kenny Musik to India for the first time

Organised in collaboration with the tourism department of Meghalaya, The Shillong Cherry Blossom Festival now steps into its third year, bringing a melange of six international and 50 national and local musicians to the city. To be held at the RBDSA Sports Complex, Bhoirymbong, Meghalaya, the festival’s venue is nearly…

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