Mamoni Rasom Goswami passes away

Noted litterateur and Ulfa peace initiator Indira Goswami passed away at the Gauhati Medical College Hospital here on Tuesday at 7 Source The Sangai Express Newmai News Network

Noted litterateur and Ulfa peace initiator Indira Goswami passed away at the Gauhati Medical College Hospital here on Tuesday at 7 Source The Sangai Express Newmai News Network

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CEO bats against money and muscle power Code of conduct put on focus

Chief Electoral Officer PC Lawmkunga has highlighted the adverse impacts of resorting to money and muscle power in the election process of a democratic country Source The Sangai Express

Chief Electoral Officer PC Lawmkunga has highlighted the adverse impacts of resorting to money and muscle power in the election process of a democratic country Source The Sangai Express

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India ready to discuss Dhaka’s concerns over Tipaimukh dam Project not against anyone, asserts Delhi

Amid renewed concerns in Bangladesh over Tipaimukh power plant, India has expressed readiness to discuss the issues related to the project in Manipur with an emphasis that it was not against the interests of the neighbouring country Source The Sanga…

Amid renewed concerns in Bangladesh over Tipaimukh power plant, India has expressed readiness to discuss the issues related to the project in Manipur with an emphasis that it was not against the interests of the neighbouring country Source The Sangai Express Press Trust of India

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Condolence

IMPHAL, Nov 29: All Manipur Medical Department Leprosy Employees Association and staffs of the NLEP… more »

IMPHAL, Nov 29: All Manipur Medical Department Leprosy Employees Association and staffs of the NLEP have deeply mourned on the demise of its senior member Laishram Romi Singh, non-medical assistant, DLU Imphal West, who expired on November 27.

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UNLF condoles Kishenji`s death

IMPHAL, Nov 29: The proscribed UNLF has condoled the death of CPI (Maoist) leader Koteshwar… more »

IMPHAL, Nov 29: The proscribed UNLF has condoled the death of CPI (Maoist) leader Koteshwar Rao alias Kishenji who was killed by CRPF on November 25 at Jhargram, West Bengal.

A statement issued by UNLF senior publicity officer Ksh Yoiheiba mentioned that Kishenji was a great revolutionary fighter who fought for 37 years for the poor and downtrodden people under the Indian capitalist regime. He was also a true revolutionary who stood by the genuine cause of the Manipuris who have been fighting to regain their lost sovereignty and independence forcibly annexed by India, it added.

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UNLF condoles Kishenji`s death

IMPHAL, Nov 29: The proscribed UNLF has condoled the death of CPI (Maoist) leader Koteshwar… more »

IMPHAL, Nov 29: The proscribed UNLF has condoled the death of CPI (Maoist) leader Koteshwar Rao alias Kishenji who was killed by CRPF on November 25 at Jhargram, West Bengal.

A statement issued by UNLF senior publicity officer Ksh Yoiheiba mentioned that Kishenji was a great revolutionary fighter who fought for 37 years for the poor and downtrodden people under the Indian capitalist regime. He was also a true revolutionary who stood by the genuine cause of the Manipuris who have been fighting to regain their lost sovereignty and independence forcibly annexed by India, it added.

Read more / Original news source: http://kanglaonline.com/2011/11/unlf-condoles-kishenjis-death/

ZU to inspect works

IMPHAL, Nov 29: The Zeliangrong Student’s Union Manipur is inspecting the ongoing construction work of… more »

IMPHAL, Nov 29: The Zeliangrong Student’s Union Manipur is inspecting the ongoing construction work of IT road and bridge stretching from from Katang to Dikuiram in Tamei subdivision under Tamenglong district on November 30 to access the quality and progress of the construction work. The inspection will be carried out with a team of mediaperson, said a release.

Read more / Original news source: http://kanglaonline.com/2011/11/zu-to-inspect-works/

ZU to inspect works

IMPHAL, Nov 29: The Zeliangrong Student’s Union Manipur is inspecting the ongoing construction work of… more »

IMPHAL, Nov 29: The Zeliangrong Student’s Union Manipur is inspecting the ongoing construction work of IT road and bridge stretching from from Katang to Dikuiram in Tamei subdivision under Tamenglong district on November 30 to access the quality and progress of the construction work. The inspection will be carried out with a team of mediaperson, said a release.

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KCP (MC) claims hand in shooting Pradhan`s husband

IMPHAL, Nov 29: The proscribed KCP (MC), in a statement, has claimed that the husband… more »

IMPHAL, Nov 29: The proscribed KCP (MC), in a statement, has claimed that the husband of Bamdier Gram Panchayat Pradhan, Leitanthem Binoi Singh was shot by the outfit on November 25 under the supervision of revenue officer Nongdrenkhomba for alleged misappropriation of MGNREGS fund.

The outfit also condemned the alleged murder of one pregnant lady, namely Ningombam Ongbi Dhanamanjuri alias Naobi of Thoubal Ningombam Ward No.11 on November 27.

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KCP (MC) claims hand in shooting Pradhan`s husband

IMPHAL, Nov 29: The proscribed KCP (MC), in a statement, has claimed that the husband… more »

IMPHAL, Nov 29: The proscribed KCP (MC), in a statement, has claimed that the husband of Bamdier Gram Panchayat Pradhan, Leitanthem Binoi Singh was shot by the outfit on November 25 under the supervision of revenue officer Nongdrenkhomba for alleged misappropriation of MGNREGS fund.

The outfit also condemned the alleged murder of one pregnant lady, namely Ningombam Ongbi Dhanamanjuri alias Naobi of Thoubal Ningombam Ward No.11 on November 27.

Read more / Original news source: http://kanglaonline.com/2011/11/kcp-mc-claims-hand-in-shooting-pradhans-husband/

Condemn

IMPHAL, Nov 29: The Dardouys Kashung Lim Apex Body, Kasom Khullen has strongly condemned extortion… more »

IMPHAL, Nov 29: The Dardouys Kashung Lim Apex Body, Kasom Khullen has strongly condemned extortion and physical assault on its members Ngamshang Keishing, John Kathing, M Athing, M Lightson and K Comfort by Kaphungam Angkang of Lungphu village in the name of KRA (U) and by other organisations, said a release.

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Condemn

IMPHAL, Nov 29: The Dardouys Kashung Lim Apex Body, Kasom Khullen has strongly condemned extortion… more »

IMPHAL, Nov 29: The Dardouys Kashung Lim Apex Body, Kasom Khullen has strongly condemned extortion and physical assault on its members Ngamshang Keishing, John Kathing, M Athing, M Lightson and K Comfort by Kaphungam Angkang of Lungphu village in the name of KRA (U) and by other organisations, said a release.

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Taekwondo championship

IMPHAL, Nov 29: Altogether 13 different units are taking part in the 27th edition of… more »

IMPHAL, Nov 29: Altogether 13 different units are taking part in the 27th edition of the state Taekwondo championship. Altogether 354 players, 232 girls and 127 boys, are taking part in the state level championship.

In the final bout played today for the 38kg class for the subjunior girls, th Inaobi of NSA took gold while L Yaiphabi of CTI won silver. The bronze were shared between Babyla of NSA and Joyshree of UTA.

In the junior Girls 55kg final, Th Basanti of SAI took gold after defeating Ronibala of SAI.

In the junor Girls 63kg final, L Nganthoi of Naoremthong Unit won gold while Linda Kamei of UTA took the silver.

In the juinor girls 68kg final L Mrinalini of Naoremthong Unit won gold while Vimoni Moirangthem of UTA won silver while O Tombi of SAI took the bronze.

In the final of the subjunior Girls 22kg, S Nancy of UTA won gold while W Chandrakiran of UTA took the silver. The Bronze medals were shared between Sh Ghanapriya of CTI and L Prety also of CTI.

In the final of the sub-junior girls 29kg, Parshida of Naoremthong Unit took gold while Geetanjali of NSA took silver and the bronze medals were shared between Kh Alina of PTA and N Jeena of NSA.

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Condolence

IMPHAL, Nov 29: All Manipur Medical Department Leprosy Employees Association and staffs of the NLEP… more »

IMPHAL, Nov 29: All Manipur Medical Department Leprosy Employees Association and staffs of the NLEP have deeply mourned on the demise of its senior member Laishram Romi Singh, non-medical assistant, DLU Imphal West, who expired on November 27.

Read more / Original news source: http://kanglaonline.com/2011/11/condolence/

Taekwondo championship

IMPHAL, Nov 29: Altogether 13 different units are taking part in the 27th edition of… more »

IMPHAL, Nov 29: Altogether 13 different units are taking part in the 27th edition of the state Taekwondo championship. Altogether 354 players, 232 girls and 127 boys, are taking part in the state level championship.

In the final bout played today for the 38kg class for the subjunior girls, th Inaobi of NSA took gold while L Yaiphabi of CTI won silver. The bronze were shared between Babyla of NSA and Joyshree of UTA.

In the junior Girls 55kg final, Th Basanti of SAI took gold after defeating Ronibala of SAI.

In the junor Girls 63kg final, L Nganthoi of Naoremthong Unit won gold while Linda Kamei of UTA took the silver.

In the juinor girls 68kg final L Mrinalini of Naoremthong Unit won gold while Vimoni Moirangthem of UTA won silver while O Tombi of SAI took the bronze.

In the final of the subjunior Girls 22kg, S Nancy of UTA won gold while W Chandrakiran of UTA took the silver. The Bronze medals were shared between Sh Ghanapriya of CTI and L Prety also of CTI.

In the final of the sub-junior girls 29kg, Parshida of Naoremthong Unit took gold while Geetanjali of NSA took silver and the bronze medals were shared between Kh Alina of PTA and N Jeena of NSA.

Read more / Original news source: http://kanglaonline.com/2011/11/taekwondo-championship/

MPSC stormed into final

IMPHAL, Nov 29: Manipur Police Sports Club stormed into the final of the 60th All… more »

IMPHAL, Nov 29: Manipur Police Sports Club stormed into the final of the 60th All India Police Meet Football tournament being held at Dhergao, Assam.

In the semi final match played today MPSC defeated Tamil Nadu Police by 2-1 goals. Both the goals for the MPSC were scored by Ksh Kanta in the 66th and 99th minute.

Manipur Police will meet Assam Police in the final to be played on November 30.

After Tamil Nadu police took the lead in the 52nd minute Ksh Kanta scored the equaliser for Manipuir Police in the 66th minute. 

Both the teams were locked at 1-1 during normal period and Ksh Kanta netted in the deciding goal in the extra time.

Read more / Original news source: http://kanglaonline.com/2011/11/mpsc-stormed-into-final/

MPSC stormed into final

IMPHAL, Nov 29: Manipur Police Sports Club stormed into the final of the 60th All… more »

IMPHAL, Nov 29: Manipur Police Sports Club stormed into the final of the 60th All India Police Meet Football tournament being held at Dhergao, Assam.

In the semi final match played today MPSC defeated Tamil Nadu Police by 2-1 goals. Both the goals for the MPSC were scored by Ksh Kanta in the 66th and 99th minute.

Manipur Police will meet Assam Police in the final to be played on November 30.

After Tamil Nadu police took the lead in the 52nd minute Ksh Kanta scored the equaliser for Manipuir Police in the 66th minute. 

Both the teams were locked at 1-1 during normal period and Ksh Kanta netted in the deciding goal in the extra time.

Read more / Original news source: http://kanglaonline.com/2011/11/mpsc-stormed-into-final/

CC Meet quarter finals line-up set

IMPHAL, Nov 29: Only three out of four out-station team have confirmed their participation in… more »

IMPHAL, Nov 29: Only three out of four out-station team have confirmed their participation in the 55th CC Meet football tournament which is to resume from December 5 at Mapal Kangjeibung.

Mizoram Police, Shillong Lajong FC and the Assam Rifles have confirmed their participation in the prestigious football tournament. AMFA had arranged for four out-station teams but only three teams have confirmed for the participation and hence the quarter final line-up have been arranged.

In the first quarter final match to be played on December 5 TRAU will play Assam Rifles while in the second quarter final NISA will play Mizoram Police on December 6. On December 7 defending champion FC Lajong Shillong will meet USA. NEROCA has got bye and the club is through to the semi final.

All the quarter final match will be played at Mapal Kangjeibung while two semi final and the finals will be played at the Main Stadium of Khuman Lampak Sports Complex.

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CC Meet quarter finals line-up set

IMPHAL, Nov 29: Only three out of four out-station team have confirmed their participation in… more »

IMPHAL, Nov 29: Only three out of four out-station team have confirmed their participation in the 55th CC Meet football tournament which is to resume from December 5 at Mapal Kangjeibung.

Mizoram Police, Shillong Lajong FC and the Assam Rifles have confirmed their participation in the prestigious football tournament. AMFA had arranged for four out-station teams but only three teams have confirmed for the participation and hence the quarter final line-up have been arranged.

In the first quarter final match to be played on December 5 TRAU will play Assam Rifles while in the second quarter final NISA will play Mizoram Police on December 6. On December 7 defending champion FC Lajong Shillong will meet USA. NEROCA has got bye and the club is through to the semi final.

All the quarter final match will be played at Mapal Kangjeibung while two semi final and the finals will be played at the Main Stadium of Khuman Lampak Sports Complex.

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Cynicism Abounds

The blockade ended but let it be noted, it was not ended. There is a… more »

The blockade ended but let it be noted, it was not ended. There is a subtle difference in the two. The first implies the phenomenon ended on its own, and the second indicates the inaction of those who ought to have been active agents in bringing about the conclusion. Understandably the sigh of relief at the development is muted in the state. This is largely on two counts. For one, it is still uncertain if the one or the other of the two parties either demanding or opposing the formation of the Sadar Hills district would decide to resume the blockade, after all the issue that led to the blockade is still to be resolved. The government is clearly playing the delaying game, promising to grant the new district to those demanding it but not going ahead with the promise to ensure those opposing it are not displeased. It must however know what the limits of this tight rope walking are. Inaction is no great virtue. It can in fact lead to disaster. Prominent in the other reason behind the lack lustre response to the lifting of the blockade is a new and widespread cynicism. In the absence of the government as the moderator of public affairs, including disruptions caused to them, the people have resigned to the fact that whatever comes has to be taken at its own stride without either being carried away by emotions or expecting too much good to come out of them. This general state of mind is a gift of the present government to its subjects.

It is unimaginable that the blockade of the state for nearly four months ended because those behind the blockade changed their minds of their own accord and not because the government compelled them to do so. There would be those who argue that the government knew the strength of the common men and was using this knowledge to test those who would hold the state to ransom. We would argue this is a lame excuse for an inability or unwillingness to shoulder the responsibility to ensure public welfare. For any government worth its salt, it is equally important to know where this responsibility lies. What was overlooked in this dependence on the resilience of the common man is the sufferings and losses the latter have had to suffer, and thereby the whole state. One does not have to be an economist to gauge a rough estimate of the extent of this loss. Wage earners and small businesses with little deficit absorbing power would have felt this loss most excruciatingly, mobility of self employed people too would have been reduced considerably causing drastic drops in their productivity and the list can go on.

The fact also is, there is no deterrent ever offered by the government that would make habitual agitators think twice before resorting to disruptive and illegal agitations. Be it strike by government employees or else public nuisances caused by street politicians of all hues, the government has done nothing more than watch. A decade or so ago, even if these disruptive agitations were not altogether preventable, there were at least shows of disapproval and resistance by the government. As for instance, on days of strikes called by insurgents and other organisations which command fear and awe amongst the public, the government resorted to counter measures by making an effort to have all its employees attend work. On occasions, the government was known for organising vehicles to pick up  its employees from appointed spots and even arranged for the latter to stay overnight in their respective offices ahead of the strikes so that office attendance the next day was not thin. Today even such symbolic shows of disapproval have been abandoned. Under the circumstance, the fatalism which has come to dominate general psychology is only understandable. A strike called by anybody, even by little known organisations, and the streets in the capital city Imphal would wear a deserted look. Can the government now at least begin to make amends on this front and think of becoming a little more proactive? Can it come out and make it known that it means business when it says disruptive strikes and blockades will not be allowed ever again?

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