Vehicles Torched, Statues Damaged As Meghalaya Students' Rally Turns Violent The Khasi Students' Union (KSU), a prominent student organization in Meghalaya's Khasi Hills region, organized a rally that turned violent in Shillong, resulting in damage to vehicles, assaults, and vandalism of historical statues. The incident unfolded as part of the KSU's ongoing agitation over a five-point charter of demands, which include issues related to recruitment, protection of indigenous residents, migration, and environmental concerns. The rally, which began on Wednesday, saw escalating tensions as the protest moved through various parts of the state capital, leading to significant disruptions and damage to public and government property. Trouble was reported in multiple areas of Shillong, including Polo, Barik, and Mawlai, as the rally progressed. According to Meghalaya police sources, vehicles were damaged, people were allegedly assaulted, and government vehicles were set ablaze during the evening. The National Informatics Centre (NIC) vehicle was vandalized at Barik, with its rear windshield broken, while a police escort vehicle sustained damage, including a shattered side window. Additional vehicles, such as a pickup truck and a Telecom Department vehicle, were also reported damaged. The situation escalated further at the Food Corporation of India office in Mawlai, where a government vehicle was reportedly set on fire. The vandalism extended to historical landmarks, with the glass enclosure surrounding a statue of Swami Vivekananda at RR Colony in Shillong being damaged. The statue, installed by RRCWS in 2025, was targeted during the rally. Statues of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose were also vandalized, highlighting the extent of the unrest.#national_informatics_centre #shillong #khasi_students_union #reuben_najiar #east_khasi_hills_deputy_commissioner
Central Government to Distribute Three Months of Rice in Single Installment The central government has decided to provide three months of rice in a single installment, starting August 1, 2026, to address the ongoing drought conditions caused by the El Niño phenomenon. This measure aims to ensure timely supply of essential grains to affected regions. The decision includes distributing rice for the months of August, September, and October in one go, with preparations already underway. The Ministry of Civil Supplies has instructed state governments to organize the distribution, ensuring that all ration shops are ready to dispense the allocated quantity by August 1. This approach marks a shift from the previous practice of monthly distribution, where dealers typically released rice for the first 15 days of each month. Under the new system, beneficiaries will need to collect their ration for the entire three-month period at once. This means that ration cardholders will have to collect their quota three times, with dealers required to deliver the stock to ration shops in two or three installments depending on the size of the shop. Small shops will receive the full allocation at once, while larger ones will have it split into multiple deliveries. The government has also introduced the E-KYC (Electronic Know Your Customer) system to enhance transparency in the ration distribution process. This initiative, mandated by the Ministry of Civil Supplies, requires all ration cardholders to update their details through the National Informatics Centre (NIC) software. The deadline for completing the E-KYC process is July 31, 2026.#central_government #national_informatics_centre #ministry_of_civil_supplies #el_nino_phenomenon #warangal_district
UP Scholarship Status 2026: How to Check Status, Important Dates, and Fund Distribution Students in Uttar Pradesh can now check the status of their 2026 scholarship applications through the official portal, scholarship.up.gov.in. The state government has made it easier for applicants to track their application progress by providing a step-by-step process for verifying their status. To check the status, students must log in to the website using their registration number and date of birth. The portal also allows users to download a PDF version of their status slip for record-keeping. The Uttar Pradesh government has launched a scholarship program to support students from General, OBC, SC, ST, and minority communities. The initiative aims to ensure financial assistance for education, with the state government uploading all necessary details on the official website. Applicants are encouraged to regularly monitor their application status to ensure timely disbursement of funds. Key steps to check the scholarship status include visiting the official website, selecting the correct academic year (2025–26), and entering the registration number and date of birth. The portal provides real-time updates on the application’s current status, such as whether it is pending, verified, approved, or rejected. For a detailed guide, applicants can refer to the official UP Scholarship portal. The scholarship process includes several important dates for different stages. The preparation of master data by educational institutions began on July 7, 2025, and ended on January 2, 2026. Verification of fees by universities started on July 8, 2025, and concluded on January 9, 2026.#up_scholarship_portal #umang_app #national_informatics_centre #up_scholarship_program #pfms_portal
