Day: November 14, 2011

Indian State’s Roads Become a Protest Tool – New York Times

New York TimesIndian State's Roads Become a Protest ToolNew York TimesWomen took part in a blockade this summer with the Kuki tribal group, which is seeking the creation of a separate district in India's Manipur State. By LYDIA POLGREEN IMPHAL,…


New York Times

Indian State's Roads Become a Protest Tool
New York Times
Women took part in a blockade this summer with the Kuki tribal group, which is seeking the creation of a separate district in India's Manipur State. By LYDIA POLGREEN IMPHAL, India — All summer, Homindon Singh Lisam's phone rang off the hook. …
Manipur government has to wrest authority back from armed thugsEconomic Times
Economic blockade in Manipur enters 86th dayIndian Express
Manipur reacts to Supra-State Body for the NagasMorungExpress
Washington Bangla Radio –Assam Tribune –Nagaland Post
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Manipur government has to wrest authority back from armed thugs – Economic Times

Manipur government has to wrest authority back from armed thugsEconomic TimesThat city is Imphal, the capital of our easternmost state, Manipur. Since August 1, the state has been hostage to a withering siege: a blockage of two main highways that conne…

Manipur government has to wrest authority back from armed thugs
Economic Times
That city is Imphal, the capital of our easternmost state, Manipur. Since August 1, the state has been hostage to a withering siege: a blockage of two main highways that connect Imphal to Assam. Both pass through territories where ethnic Naga and Kuki …

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NIA takes over Lanheiba case

The case of Lanheiba, leader of a KCP faction who was arrested by Assam Police has been taken over by the National Investigating Agency NIA Source The Sangai Express

The case of Lanheiba, leader of a KCP faction who was arrested by Assam Police has been taken over by the National Investigating Agency NIA Source The Sangai Express

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AMWJU appeals

Observing that media in Manipur is not against or for anyone, All Manipur Working Journalists’ Union AMWJU has appealed to all concerned to give freedom to mediapersons in carrying out their duties of disseminating information to the public without a…

Observing that media in Manipur is not against or for anyone, All Manipur Working Journalists’ Union AMWJU has appealed to all concerned to give freedom to mediapersons in carrying out their duties of disseminating information to the public without any fear Source Hueiyen News Service

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‘Govt not to compromise on territorial integrity’

The state government of Manipur and civil organisations has taken seriously to the reports regarding the ‘Supra State Body’ for the Nagas which came out in some of the leading papers in Imphal Source Hueiyen News Service

The state government of Manipur and civil organisations has taken seriously to the reports regarding the ‘Supra State Body’ for the Nagas which came out in some of the leading papers in Imphal Source Hueiyen News Service

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PLA cadres held

One self styled Lieutenant Colonel and a Corporal of the proscribed RPF PLA have been apprehended by a joint team of Assam Police and Manipur Police Source The Sangai Express

One self styled Lieutenant Colonel and a Corporal of the proscribed RPF PLA have been apprehended by a joint team of Assam Police and Manipur Police Source The Sangai Express

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Badhte KadamIII kicks off

To highlight the issues of Persons with Disabilities PWD and solicit public support ahead of the UN Convention on Rights of PWDs, Badhte Kadam 111 Campaign has begun from today under the aegis of Spastic Society of Manipur Source Hueiyen News Serv…

To highlight the issues of Persons with Disabilities PWD and solicit public support ahead of the UN Convention on Rights of PWDs, Badhte Kadam 111 Campaign has begun from today under the aegis of Spastic Society of Manipur Source Hueiyen News Service

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Mao Union decries

The Mao Union, Imphal has strongly condemned the ‘cowardly attack’ on the life of Education Sports Minister DD Thaisii and his entourage at Rai Basti on November 12 evening by unidentified persons, while the Minister was on his way to Purul village und…

The Mao Union, Imphal has strongly condemned the ‘cowardly attack’ on the life of Education Sports Minister DD Thaisii and his entourage at Rai Basti on November 12 evening by unidentified persons, while the Minister was on his way to Purul village under Senapati district Source The Sangai Express

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Purul has electricity but lacks other amenities

Though the condition of roads is one of the worst in the state, the people of Purul Akutpa village under Senapati district is quite peacefully enjoying sufficient power supply provided to them by the government during the night Source Hueiyen News S…

Though the condition of roads is one of the worst in the state, the people of Purul Akutpa village under Senapati district is quite peacefully enjoying sufficient power supply provided to them by the government during the night Source Hueiyen News Service Bijoy Laishram

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NPO, others condemn

The Naga People’s Organisation NPO condemned the attack on Education and Sports Minister DD Thaisii on November 12 near Maram Bazar by unidentified gunmen Source The Sangai Express

The Naga People’s Organisation NPO condemned the attack on Education and Sports Minister DD Thaisii on November 12 near Maram Bazar by unidentified gunmen Source The Sangai Express

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Post Mark to back on stage

Manipur based heavy metal rock band Post Mark PM which had remained silent for more than a decade, is likely to rock the stage besides releasing the coveted ‘Stamp on You’ album next year Source Hueiyen News Service Sobhapati Samom

Manipur based heavy metal rock band Post Mark PM which had remained silent for more than a decade, is likely to rock the stage besides releasing the coveted ‘Stamp on You’ album next year Source Hueiyen News Service Sobhapati Samom

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ZUF warns NSCNIM

The Zeliangrong United Front ZUF has warned the NSCN IM in the strongest term for allegedly harassing and terrorising innocent people in Zeliangrong people in the name of Naga sovereignty Source The Sangai Express

The Zeliangrong United Front ZUF has warned the NSCN IM in the strongest term for allegedly harassing and terrorising innocent people in Zeliangrong people in the name of Naga sovereignty Source The Sangai Express

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Thrifty use of energy stressed

Public should careful in using energy as the available energy resource is limited, Principal Secretary Education Dr J Suresh Babu has observed while speaking at the occasion of distributing prizes of the painting competition held in connection with N…

Public should careful in using energy as the available energy resource is limited, Principal Secretary Education Dr J Suresh Babu has observed while speaking at the occasion of distributing prizes of the painting competition held in connection with National Energy Conservation Campaign at ISKCON complex here today Source Hueiyen News Service

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Cooperative week begins

Like in other parts of the country, the 58th All India Cooperative Week celebration 2011 has kick started with a grand inauguration function at Laishram Leirak community hall today Source The Sangai Express

Like in other parts of the country, the 58th All India Cooperative Week celebration 2011 has kick started with a grand inauguration function at Laishram Leirak community hall today Source The Sangai Express

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Minutes of Supra State Body model spelt out, IM yet to say Yes or No

The ‘second best’ option mooted by the Government of India in place of the Greater Lim demand pursued by the NSCN IM to reach an honourable settlement to the decades old Naga political issue is yet to be given the ‘Agreed’ signature by the rebel grou…

The ‘second best’ option mooted by the Government of India in place of the Greater Lim demand pursued by the NSCN IM to reach an honourable settlement to the decades old Naga political issue is yet to be given the ‘Agreed’ signature by the rebel group, though there are no indications to say that it has been rejected either Source The Sangai Express

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Omar pushes for AFSPA withdrawal

Pushing for revocation of Armed Forces Special Powers Act in Jammu and Kashmir, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Monday met Prime Minister Manmohan Singh and some senior Ministers with an assertion that his proposal can be implemented while addressing t…

Pushing for revocation of Armed Forces Special Powers Act in Jammu and Kashmir, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Monday met Prime Minister Manmohan Singh and some senior Ministers with an assertion that his proposal can be implemented while addressing the concerns of armed forces Source The Sangai Express Agencies

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Phumdi dwellers object eviction move

Objecting to the move of the government to evict them, Phumdi dwellers of Loktak lake have submitted a memorandum to the Chief Minister and warned of launching various intense agitations if the government does not review its decision Source Hueiyen …

Objecting to the move of the government to evict them, Phumdi dwellers of Loktak lake have submitted a memorandum to the Chief Minister and warned of launching various intense agitations if the government does not review its decision Source Hueiyen News Service

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Awareness event on disabilities kickedoff

An awareness campaign entitled ‘Badhte Kadam 3’ to highlight plight as well as solicit support for persons living with disabilities has been flagged off with a formal function attended by the Imphal West Deputy commissioner Ashok Kumar as the chief gue…

An awareness campaign entitled ‘Badhte Kadam 3’ to highlight plight as well as solicit support for persons living with disabilities has been flagged off with a formal function attended by the Imphal West Deputy commissioner Ashok Kumar as the chief guest at GM Hall here, today Source The Sangai Express

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