Shillong Times

Shillong, Meghalaya, IndiaEnglish

Established in 1945, this prominent English-language daily serves as a critical voice for the North East region of India, offering comprehensive coverage of regional socio-political issues and local news. It is widely recognized for its long-standing commitment to independent journalism and its role in shaping public discourse across the state of Meghalaya.

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MEDIA LANDSCAPE IN SHILLONG

English-language publications dominate the print media landscape in the capital of Meghalaya, functioning primarily as a regional press rather than strictly a local city market. Established in 1945 as a weekly before converting to a daily format, The Shillong Times operates as the state's oldest English newspaper. The market also includes the Meghalaya Guardian, another local English-language daily, and The Northeast Today, which provides news coverage extending across the neighboring states. Paperboy lists 3 newspapers in Shillong.