Kalyani, May 7 (IANS) Diamond Harbour FC will face Rajasthan United FC in a Championship Phase fixture of the Indian Football League (IFL) 2025-26 at the Kalyani Stadium on Friday as both sides head into the clash looking to return to winning ways.Diamond Harbour suffered only their second defeat of the campaign in the previous round, going down 1-2 against Sreenidi Deccan FC. Rajasthan, meanwhile, are yet to register their first win in the Championship Stage after going down 1-2 to Sreenidi Dec…
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Shillong, May 7 (IANS) Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma on Thursday reaffirmed the state government’s vision of transforming Shillong into the “football capital of India” while launching the 2026 football season of the Shillong Sports Association. Launching the new season at the Shillong Sports Association Ground in Shillong, the Chief Minister said the government was committed not only to strengthening sports infrastructure but also to creating opportunities for young footballers…
Shillong, May 2 (IANS) Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma on Saturday lauded the Dorbar Shnong of Madanriting, East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, for its community-driven initiatives, saying that recognising the contributions of people from all walks of life can make a meaningful difference in society. In Meghalaya, the Dorbar Shnong is a traditional village or locality council that plays a key role in community governance, particularly among the Khasi and Jaintia communities.Headed by a Ra…
Patna/Shillong, April 28 (IANS) The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has arrested an absconding accused in connection with a Rs 60.86 lakh bank fraud case involving the Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL), nearly 14 years after the registration of the FIR, officials said on Tuesday.The accused, identified as Manoj Kumar Sinha alias Manoj Sinha, had been evading arrest since the registration of the FIR in 2012 and never joined the investigation, the agency said.According to the CBI, the case…
Shillong, April 18 (IANS) Tremiki Lamurong scored a brace as eShillong Lajong hit six past Aizawl FC for a crushing 6-1 victory in Match 42 of the Star Cement Indian Football League 2025-26 at the SSA Stadium in Shillong on Saturday.Lamurong scored twice in the 87th and 90’+3rd minutes for the home side, while Phrangki Buam, Everbrightson Sana, Gladdy Kharbuli, and Lamlallian Vaiphei scored the other goals. Lalhriatpuia scored the consolation goal for Aizawl.Shillong Lajong moved into second p…
Shillong, April 1 (IANS) Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma said on Wednesday that satellite-based internet services through Starlink will have a “transformative impact” on last-mile connectivity in the state, particularly in remote and underserved regions. Speaking after witnessing the signing of a Letter of Intent between the Meghalaya government and Starlink India via video conference, Chief Minister Sangma emphasised that connectivity remains a key challenge despite sustained efforts …
Shillong, April 1 (IANS) Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma, on Wednesday, urged students to pursue their passion with determination and adapt to a rapidly evolving technological world, while addressing the Meghalaya IT Awards 2026 ceremony in Shillong. Speaking at the U Soso Tham Auditorium here, Chief Minister Sangma congratulated meritorious students of the 2025 academic year and emphasised that their achievements reflected years of discipline, sacrifice and perseverance. “What you hav…
Jagdalpur (Chhattisgarh), April 1 (IANS) On December 29, 2025, Bethlyne Grace Makri’s coaches at the SAI Sports Training Centre (STC) in Shillong suddenly saw a spark in her as a race-walker. Ironically, Bethlyne herself knew very little about the event, including its technical requirements.Until last year, the young athlete from Meghalaya competed as a middle- and long-distance runner. However, at the beginning of 2026, she was instructed to change disciplines, challenging her physical and me…
New Delhi, April 1 (IANS) The family of late transport businessman Raja Raghuwanshi, who was tragically killed by his wife Sonam Raghuwanshi in Shillong, is finding solace in what they believe is Raja’s rebirth as the son of his brother. The newborn child of Raja’s brother, Sachin Raghuwanshi, has drawn attention from the family due to striking similarities with the late Raja in both physical appearance and horoscope, prompting them to name the baby Raja.Speaking to IANS, Raja’s mother, Um…
Shillong, March 6 (IANS) Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma on Friday said that the true measure of governance lies not merely in infrastructure development but in improving the daily lives of citizens, as the state government marked eight years in office with the “Our Magnificent Meghalaya Vision 2032” programme in Tura. Addressing the gathering at the P.A. Sangma Sports Complex, Sangma reflected on the journey of the Meghalaya Democratic Alliance (MDA) government since 2018, acknowl…