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KHNAM shed Tears

It was an unprecedented drama, within the four walls of a legislative council, that happened in the Khasi Hills District Council, as the Khun Hynniewtrep National Awakening Movement member (KHNAM), broke-down and shed tears, as his no con-fidence motion against the ruling Peoples Democratic Forum (PDF) led by, P.N. Syiem, was rejected by the Council Chairman L.G. Nongsiej, which got the support of only six opposition, belonging to the United Democratic Party (UDP), Six members of the Congress did not say yes or no. Albert Nongrum openly wept and had to be consoled by the Chief Executive Member and leader of the House, P.N. Syiem.

The no-confidence relate for non withdrawal of rule 128 allowing non-tribals in participating in the District Council elections, appointment of agents for issuing labour licence and issuing of illegal trading license.

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Exhibition of Organic fruits and Vegetables 

In order to encourage farmers to practice organic vegetation the department of Agriculture in collaboration with the Horticulture department today organised a “Fruits and Vegetables show” in the State Central Library. The show attracts farmers from many parts of the state including Garo Hills to show case their produce. Vegetables such as pumpkin, squash, potato, tomato, Chillies, different types of beans and many other exotic vegetables were displayed and different  types of fruits include banana, citrus, pineapple, cashew nut, jackfruit, tea, rubber, guava, papaya, along with and,

Apart from fruits and vegetables products other processes food were also being displayed for the public. These products are publicly sold for the public to get a taste. Non-food products such as rubber products, shawls, and flowers etc were also displayed and sold.

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PDF unveil its Symbol

The People’s Democratic Party (PDF) has finally unveiled its “Candle” symbol ahead of the 2018 Assembly elections. Earlier this month the Election Commission has released the symbol for the PDF on 3rd October while party was informed early on 9th October. 

The party has also allowed Independent candidates to use candle as their symbol in the constituencies where the party does not field candidates. The unveiling of the election symbol of the PDF was attended by the party MDCs, ticket aspirants, and members.  “With the allotment of a symbol to the PDF, our party now is complete,” said the party President Ivanlum Marbaniang during the function at the party’s office in Nongrim Hills locality. The general secretary of the party, Auspicious Lyngdoh, said the manifesto of the party is being put together and experts as well as youth are involved in the process.

Lyngdoh also informed the gathering that the candidates will be announced once the election committee is formed. As of now the party is in the process of forming the district committees and election committee whose duty is to decide on the candidates.  The party is confident to feild candidates in all the 36 seats of Khasi-Jaintia Hills and also try to influence in the Garo Hills where the region constitute of 24 seats.

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Electoral Information for general public

The District Election Officer of the East Khasi Hills informed the public that the Electoral Registration Officer of the 13-Mawryngkneng (ST), 14-Pynthorumkhrah (GEN), 15-Mawlai (ST), 16-East Shillong (ST), 17-North Shillong (ST), 18-West Shillong (GEN), 19-South Shillong (GEN), 20-Mylliem (ST), 21-Nongthymmai (ST), 22-Nongkrem (ST), 23-Sohiong (ST), 24-Mawphlang (ST), 25-Mawsynram (ST), 27-Pynursla (ST) and 29-Mawkynrew (ST) Assembly constituencies has published the Drafts of the Last Part of Electoral Rolls with reference to 01-01-2017 as qualifying date and in accordance with Registration of Electors Rules, 1960. Additional information is available for inspection at their offices and Record Offices/Authorities during working hours on all working days.