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India Today
3 days ago
- India Today
Missing Indore couple likely went hiking in steep terrain: Meghalaya Chief Minister
A large-scale search operation is underway in Meghalaya's East Khasi Hills district for a newly-wed couple from Madhya Pradesh who went missing last week while on their honeymoon in Sohra (Cherrapunji). Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad Sangma on Thursday said that steep terrain and monsoon conditions are making the search operation extremely difficult, but authorities are committed to finding the couple.'It looks like after leaving the bike there, they have gone off-road mainly to hike. The area that they went to, both sides have hiking treks, they are very steep. And of course, in this monsoon season, the possibility of slippery areas is also very high,' Sangma couple, Raja Raghuvanshi and his wife Sonam, both from Indore, were last in contact with family on May 23. The next day, the scooter they had rented was found abandoned near Sohrarim village, a scenic spot often visited by tourists. Since then, both their phones have been switched off and are untraceable. 'This is a very, very unfortunate situation. My counterpart from Madhya Pradesh, the chief minister, has spoken to me. I have received a call from the Home Minister's office,' Sangma Chief Minister assured that the administration has been working round-the-clock. 'I have been monitoring this situation personally on a daily basis. The Superintendent of Police as well as the entire administration and the police force have been on the job 24x7... The entire village and the community in that area is also participating in this search,' he of the couple, including Raja's brother Vipin and Sonam's brother Govind, have flown in from Indore to help with the search. Govind reportedly used the couple's travel photos and Google Maps to trace their possible route. The rented vehicle was reportedly found near Osra Hill, an area being closely say the terrain is 'beautiful but unforgiving', with thick forest cover, deep gorges, and slippery cliffs making search and rescue efforts risky and slow. A nearby resort, allegedly associated with criminal activity, is also under scrutiny to determine whether the couple visited or stayed there.'We are using all the possible technology available with us to help in our endeavour,' Sangma said. 'Overall the search area is very, very big. We are working very hard... We are hopeful that we will be able to find them.'Officials from Madhya Pradesh, including DCP Crime Branch Rajesh Kumar Tripathi, are coordinating with Meghalaya Police. Cabinet minister Tulsiram Silawat has assured the family of all possible is the second disappearance in the district in recent months. In April, Hungarian tourist Puskas Zsolt went missing and was later found dead near Ramdait village. Authorities had ruled out foul play in that response to recent incidents, local authorities had issued safety advisories for tourists, urging them to avoid remote trails and forest areas without proper guidance.'For us, tourists are like our family, especially in Sohra area, they have treated tourists as part of their family,' Sangma said. 'Every single village has offered their help. They are tirelessly working along with the administration.
India Today
5 days ago
- India Today
Indore couple goes missing in Meghalaya, abandoned scooter found on hillside
A newly-wed couple from Madhya Pradesh's Indore has gone missing in Meghalaya while on their honeymoon, prompting a large-scale search operation, officials said on Tuesday. This is the second such case of tourists disappearing in the East Khasi Hills district since Raghuvanshi, a transport businessman, and his wife Sonam were last seen on May 23. The couple had travelled to Shillong via Guwahati and rented a two-wheeler to visit Sohra (Cherrapunji), roughly 60 km away. The next day, the rented Activa scooter was found abandoned near Sohrarim, a village along a popular scenic Raghuvanshis had married in a grand ceremony on May 11 and began their honeymoon on May 20. They visited the Maa Kamakhya Temple in Guwahati before arriving in Shillong. Raja's mother, Reena Raghuvanshi, said she last spoke to the couple on May 23. "They told me what they ate and where they were going," she recalled. That was the last communication. Calls to both their phones have since gone unanswered, and the devices have remained switched off since May brother, Sachin Raghuvanshi, initially suspected poor network coverage but grew concerned when contact could not be re-established. A missing persons complaint was filed, triggering a joint search operation involving local police and said search teams are combing forest trails and cliffs popular with tourists. "The region's terrain is beautiful but unforgiving. Dense forests, deep gorges, and slippery slopes make rescue efforts difficult," said a police officer based in Sohra. advertisementThe couple's last known location was traced to Osra Hill in Shillong, a sensitive area where their rented scooter was found near a ditch. A nearby resort, reportedly known for criminal activity, is under including Raja's brother Vipin and Sonam's brother Govind, have flown in from Indore and are assisting in the search. Govind used Google Maps and travel photos to narrow down the location and contacted the rental agency, which confirmed the scooter was hired by the couple and that they had headed toward Osra are also looking into a resort in the area, allegedly linked to local criminal elements. It is yet to be confirmed whether the couple visited or stayed Police Commissioner Santosh Singh has assigned DCP Crime Branch Rajesh Kumar Tripathi to coordinate with the Meghalaya Police. Meanwhile, Madhya Pradesh Cabinet minister Tulsiram Silawat spoke to the family and assured them of full state disappearance comes weeks after a similar case involving Hungarian tourist Puskas Zsolt, who was found dead near Ramdait village in April, 12 days after being reported missing. Authorities had ruled out foul play, suggesting an accidental the wake of Zsolt's death, the East Khasi Hills administration had issued a safety advisory urging tourists to avoid venturing alone into forests, cliffs, and remote trails without certified local guides.
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First Post
21-05-2025
- First Post
Meghalaya police nab 5 Bangladeshi nationals in border security operation
The arrests were made during a routine NAKA checking around 7 am, when police stopped the vehicle for inspection read more In a key border security operation, Meghalaya Police apprehended five Bangladeshi nationals at Byrnihat in Ri Bhoi district on Wednesday. The Bangladeshi nationals, including a couple and their three children, were travelling in a tourist vehicle without valid documentation. Identified as Hafix Sigdah (56), his wife Ujala Begum (35), and their children Harim Sigdah, Lejaa Khatun, and Alina Khatun, the family had reportedly entered India illegally in 2024 and were attempting to return to Bangladesh via Shillong. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD The arrests were made during a routine NAKA checking around 7 am, when police stopped the vehicle for inspection. The passengers failed to produce valid travel documents, prompting further investigation, which confirmed their illegal entry and unauthorised travel plans. The individuals were produced in court, and a case has been registered. Authorities are investigating possible links to human trafficking or other cross-border crimes. The incident underscores ongoing challenges in securing the porous India-Bangladesh border. Meghalaya Police have stepped up efforts to tackle illegal immigration and associated offences.
Scroll.in
13-05-2025
- Scroll.in
Meghalaya Police written exam hall tickets out; check exam schedule here
The Central Recruitment Board, Meghalaya Police has released the written test admit card for the posts of UBSI, Un-armed Branch Constable, AB Constable/ BB Constable/ MPRO GD/ Constable Handyman, MPRO Operator, Signal/ BN Operator, Fireman, Fireman Mechanic/Mechanic, Driver Fireman, and Driver Constable. Eligible candidates can download their hall tickets from the official website The written examination is scheduled to be conducted from May 18 to June 1, 2025, in various shifts. The recruitment drive aims to fill 2968 vacancies. The applicants will be shortlisted on the basis of the Physical Efficiency Test (PET), written test, and interview round. The PET Screening Test was held from December 13, 2024 to February 15, 2025. Steps to download written exam admit card 2025 Visit the official website On the homepage, go to Notice Board—Recruitment Click on the 'Recruitment Update: Link for downloading Written Test admit card dated 12.05.2025' Key in your login details and submit Check and download the admit card Take a printout for future reference Direct link to the admit card. The verification process to identify inauthentic candidates is conducted throughout all stages of the recruitment process. If any candidate is found to have provided false or misleading information, their candidature is liable to be cancelled at any point, including after the publication of the final selection list, reads the notification.
Time of India
03-05-2025
- Time of India
Extortion bid by outlawed Meghalaya group foiled, 2 held
Shillong: Meghalaya Police has busted an ring involving the outlawed Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC) and arrested two of its members. Acting on a tip-off about extortion attempts targeting businessmen and government officials, police launched a counter-insurgency operation, East Khasi Hills SP VS Rathore said. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The HNLC had reportedly threatened victims with violence, including murder. He said the HNLC handlers issued an extortion notice via WhatsApp up to the tune of Rs 20 lakh. One of the victims cooperated with police and entered into negotiations with the group. Following these talks, the amount was reduced to Rs 10 lakh. At the prearranged meeting point in Lad Quinine, a suspect arrived to collect the money and was apprehended. He was later identified as Pyndapbok Makri. Based on his interrogation and further investigation, another person identified as Lary Pynkmen Nongshli was arrested from Umtyra in East Jaintia Hills Police, the SP said. A case has been registered and investigation is on, he added. The HNLC is a proscribed militant group, outlawed for waging war against the nation and other serious offences, including murder, kidnapping and extortion. In a separate incident, three drug smugglers were arrested after police identified one of them during his journey from Nongpoh to Shillong around 9.45pm on Friday. The suspect, Wellborn Khongjoh, was traveling with two accomplices and allegedly carrying narcotics intended for distribution in the state capital. PTI
