Literary forum in honour of late Pandit Khelchandra

In honour of late historian Pandit Ningthoukhongjam Khelchandra Singh and remembering his life and works, Cultural Forum Manipur organised a literary forum at Manipur Press Club here today Source The Sangai Express

In honour of late historian Pandit Ningthoukhongjam Khelchandra Singh and remembering his life and works, Cultural Forum Manipur organised a literary forum at Manipur Press Club here today Source The Sangai Express

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Festival fair begins

An exhibition cum sale of handloom products themed ‘Sajibu Gi Khudol Festive Fair 2011’ has been inaugurated by Principal Secretary of Commerce and Industries, Govt of Manipur O Nabakishore Singh at Iboyaima Shumang Leela Shanglen today Source The S…

An exhibition cum sale of handloom products themed ‘Sajibu Gi Khudol Festive Fair 2011’ has been inaugurated by Principal Secretary of Commerce and Industries, Govt of Manipur O Nabakishore Singh at Iboyaima Shumang Leela Shanglen today Source The Sangai Express

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JAC, family set record straight

The JAC against the killing of Irom Roger and the bereaved family members have presented their side of the story in connection with the controversy centering around taking over the body and handing over the case to the CBI for investigation Source T…

The JAC against the killing of Irom Roger and the bereaved family members have presented their side of the story in connection with the controversy centering around taking over the body and handing over the case to the CBI for investigation Source The Sangai Express

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Landhoni undergoes checkup

With the health condition of Moirangthem Landhoni, who has been fasting unto death in protest against the NIA’s legal procedings, deteriorating to an alarming state, a medical check up was conducted at Guwahati Medical College Hospital today Source …

With the health condition of Moirangthem Landhoni, who has been fasting unto death in protest against the NIA’s legal procedings, deteriorating to an alarming state, a medical check up was conducted at Guwahati Medical College Hospital today Source The Sangai Express

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N Kipgen reiterates stance to contest Assembly Election

Former IPS officer N Kipgen has reiterated his intention to contest the forthcoming Assembly election from Kangpokpi Assembly Constituency Source The Sangai Express

Former IPS officer N Kipgen has reiterated his intention to contest the forthcoming Assembly election from Kangpokpi Assembly Constituency Source The Sangai Express

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Ibobi stuns many with dexterous shuffling Thaisii gets YAS, CM takes TD from Tonsing

The cracks within the SPF Ministry following the resignation of DD Thaisii appear to have been mended with a minor reshuffling with Youth Affairs Sports YAS portfolio taken from N Biren and given to Thaisii Source The Sangai Express

The cracks within the SPF Ministry following the resignation of DD Thaisii appear to have been mended with a minor reshuffling with Youth Affairs Sports YAS portfolio taken from N Biren and given to Thaisii Source The Sangai Express

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India state forces commit human rights abuses in IHK: US – Daily Times

India state forces commit human rights abuses in IHK: USDaily TimesThe Asian Human Rights Commission (AHRC) reported that on January 21 Manipur security personnel abducted and killed a shop owner in Chekon. Memcha Fazeruddin stated that her husband&#39…

India state forces commit human rights abuses in IHK: US
Daily Times
The Asian Human Rights Commission (AHRC) reported that on January 21 Manipur security personnel abducted and killed a shop owner in Chekon. Memcha Fazeruddin stated that her husband's body was returned with 15 bullet holes, but the body was clad in

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Handloom Festival Begins In Manipur

IMPHAL, April 8: An exhibition cum sale of handloom products themed ‘Sajibu Gi Khudol Festive Fair 2011’ has been inaugurated by Principal Secretary of Commerce and Industries, Govt of Manipur O Nabakishore Singh at Iboyaima Shumang Leela Shanglen…


IMPHAL, April 8: An exhibition cum sale of handloom products themed ‘Sajibu Gi Khudol Festive Fair 2011’ has been inaugurated by Principal Secretary of Commerce and Industries, Govt of Manipur O Nabakishore Singh at Iboyaima Shumang Leela Shanglen today. The fair to be held for six days is organised by Manipur Apex Handloom Weavers and […]

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Collision course – E-Pao.net

Collision courseE-Pao.netThe tough stand adopted by the United Naga Council, Manipur against the demand put up by the Phungyar District Demand Committee, that Phungyar Assembly Constituency comprising four sub-divisions of Ukhrul district be segegrated…

Collision course
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The tough stand adopted by the United Naga Council, Manipur against the demand put up by the Phungyar District Demand Committee, that Phungyar Assembly Constituency comprising four sub-divisions of Ukhrul district be segegrated from its parent unit and

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Lasubon Festival Begins In Umiam,Meghalaya

// SHILLONG, April 08 (MT): State Tourism Minister Ampareen Lyngdoh inaugurated the second Lasubon festival at Orchid lake resort, Umiam here on Friday. Speaking at the inauguration of the two-day festival, Lyngdoh said, “Tourism is pleased to have …


// SHILLONG, April 08 (MT): State Tourism Minister Ampareen Lyngdoh inaugurated the second Lasubon festival at Orchid lake resort, Umiam here on Friday. Speaking at the inauguration of the two-day festival, Lyngdoh said, “Tourism is pleased to have such festival in the state which reflects the rich culture of Meghalaya, one of them being Lasubon […]

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Students Boycott NIOS Exam In Churachandpur

LAMKA, April 8: Students who have enrolled under NIOS in Churachandpur have boycotted the April-May examination of the open school in protest against the withdrawal of the twin examination centres that had existed in the district. The plan of boycotti…


LAMKA, April 8: Students who have enrolled under NIOS in Churachandpur have boycotted the April-May examination of the open school in protest against the withdrawal of the twin examination centres that had existed in the district. The plan of boycotting the examination has been taken up by a JAC formed by the students and parents […]

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Women’s hockey – E-Pao.net

Women's hockeyE-Pao.netImphal, April 08 2011: Manipur suffered 6-1 defeat to Uttar Pradesh in a group match of the 56th Senior National Women's Hockey Championship at Bangalore today. Sh Ashalata scored the consolation goal for Manipur in the 2…

Women's hockey
E-Pao.net
Imphal, April 08 2011: Manipur suffered 6-1 defeat to Uttar Pradesh in a group match of the 56th Senior National Women's Hockey Championship at Bangalore today. Sh Ashalata scored the consolation goal for Manipur in the 25th minute.

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Rongali Bihu 2011 Commences On April 14

53rd Azara Rongali Bihu: The 53rd Azara Rongali Bihu Sanmilani has decided to celebrate Rongali bihu at the Azara Publi Hall premises with a five-day programme from April 14 to 18 next. A committee has been formed with Bhaben Chandra Medhi as presiden…


53rd Azara Rongali Bihu: The 53rd Azara Rongali Bihu Sanmilani has decided to celebrate Rongali bihu at the Azara Publi Hall premises with a five-day programme from April 14 to 18 next. A committee has been formed with Bhaben Chandra Medhi as president and Ratul Barua, Amitabh Kalita, Partha Pratim Medhi, Banjit Medhi and Gautam […]

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The Tura Times And Salantini Kurang Launched In Garo Hills

TURA, April 08 (MT): Two new daily newspapers, one in English and another in Garo language, were launched by the Meghalaya Chief Minister, Dr. Mukul Sangma at an impressive function to mark the occasion at the District Auditorium, Tura on Friday. The …

Editor’s note: Seeing a lot of visitors to this page – probably looking for the websites of the “The Tura Times” and “The Tura Times”. I could not find any official websites but looks like there are some Facebook groups (linked below). If folks have links to the actual websites for these two newspapers, please let me know by email at contact AT manipur.org or post a comment below.

The Tura Times

 

Salantini Kurang

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TURA, April 08 (MT): Two new daily newspapers, one in English and another in Garo language, were launched by the Meghalaya Chief Minister, Dr. Mukul Sangma at an impressive function to mark the occasion at the District Auditorium, Tura on Friday. The new English daily, ‘The Tura Times’ and its sister publication in Garo, ‘Salantini […]

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NEC Announces Awards For Commonwealth And Asian Games Medalists

IMPHAL, April 8 : The North Eastern Council (NEC) has announced cash rewards for sports persons of the North East region who won medals in the Commonwealth Games 2010 and Asian Games 2010 to the tune of Rs 10 lakhs for gold, Rs 5 lakhs for silver and …


IMPHAL, April 8 : The North Eastern Council (NEC) has announced cash rewards for sports persons of the North East region who won medals in the Commonwealth Games 2010 and Asian Games 2010 to the tune of Rs 10 lakhs for gold, Rs 5 lakhs for silver and Rs 3 lakhs for each bronze medal. […]

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Ibobi Makes Minor Reshuffle In SPF Ministry

IMPHAL, April 8 : The cracks within the SPF Ministry following the resignation of DD Thaisii appear to have been mended with a minor reshuffling with Youth Affairs & Sports (YAS) portfolio taken from N Biren and given to Thaisii. According to an o…


IMPHAL, April 8 : The cracks within the SPF Ministry following the resignation of DD Thaisii appear to have been mended with a minor reshuffling with Youth Affairs & Sports (YAS) portfolio taken from N Biren and given to Thaisii. According to an official source, senior Cabinet Minister Phungzathang Tonsing has been relieved of the […]

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2nd Phase Of Assam Election 2011-152 Candidates Without Income Tax Details

GUWAHATI, April 8: At a time when the Election Commission and political parties seem to be equally keen on free and fair Assembly elections, the Assam Election Watch (AEW) has come out with interesting facts about the income tax (IT) and PAN card deta…


GUWAHATI, April 8: At a time when the Election Commission and political parties seem to be equally keen on free and fair Assembly elections, the Assam Election Watch (AEW) has come out with interesting facts about the income tax (IT) and PAN card details of almost half the candidates for the second phase of  Assam […]

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Candle-lit Vigil Observed In Assam To Support Anna Hazare

GUWAHATI, April 8 (AT): The indefinite fast observed by Gandhian social activist Anna Hazare in support of the Lok-pal Bill to curb corruption in public life has been drawing support from the people of the State in an encouraging manner. Significantly…


GUWAHATI, April 8 (AT): The indefinite fast observed by Gandhian social activist Anna Hazare in support of the Lok-pal Bill to curb corruption in public life has been drawing support from the people of the State in an encouraging manner. Significantly, a group of citizens organized a candle-lit rally, which they named – ‘the candle-lit […]

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Nagaland Election 2011 Scheduled On May 7

Kohima, April 8 (EMN): Electioneering for the 26 Aonglenden Assembly Constituency under Mokokchung district by-election scheduled to be held on May 7 next has commenced with the Congress Party officially declaring former Governor and Chief Minister, S…


Kohima, April 8 (EMN): Electioneering for the 26 Aonglenden Assembly Constituency under Mokokchung district by-election scheduled to be held on May 7 next has commenced with the Congress Party officially declaring former Governor and Chief Minister, SC Jamir’s candidature at Ungma village today while the Naga People’s Front (NPF) will be officially handing over the […]

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New Assembly At Tara Ghar Awaits Central Fund

SHILLONG April 8: After much controversy and hiccups, the new proposed Assembly building at Tara Ghar is finally awaiting sanction of the funds from the Central Government for its construction. Talking to media persons during an informal discussion he…


SHILLONG April 8: After much controversy and hiccups, the new proposed Assembly building at Tara Ghar is finally awaiting sanction of the funds from the Central Government for its construction. Talking to media persons during an informal discussion here on Thursday, Speaker Charles Pyngrope said, “We are awaiting for the funds to be sanctioned for […]

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