January 23, 2014 – Page 3

Five others kidnapped

IMPHAL, January 23: In yet another abduction of workers by suspected armed Kuki militants in the state, three contractors and two others engaged in construction of a RCC bridge at New Boljang under Saikhul police station, Senapati district were allegedly … Continue reading →

The five kidnapped have been identified as contractor Oinam Khamba Meitei, 50, son of Thambalmacha of Isikha; contractor Paominlen Haokip, 36, son of Jangkholun Haokip of Liakot Chajang Village; contractor Md Anwar Meiraimayum, 40, son of Sahid Umid of Lilong Sambrumakhong, head mason Oinam Kellon, 56, son of Thambalmacha of Ishikha and mohari Thangjam Dilip, 54, son of Leibakmacha of Yumnam Khunou.

The Momoko Affair

In a way, it is heartening to learn that a section of the Anal populace have admitted that the Momoko incident was a passage in a guide book and not part of the syllabus for graduation course prescribed by Manipur University. On the other hand, it was extremely disconcerting to come across the news that the Naga Students’ Union, (Chamdil) had asked the concerned author to tender an apology to the Naga communities and warned of agitation if he is not punished (by the MU) even after his expression of readiness to retract the contentious portion covering two lines.

The events following the alleged assault of the young actress during the fag end of 2012 by an NSCN-IM leader was marked by social unrest and was not indeed a proud moment for the state. It opened a Pandora box culminating in an unwanted stand-off between the protestors and the administration and heightened the risk of misunderstandings between different religious groups during the festive season of the Christian community. Above all, the life of a dutiful journalist was lost in the line of duty felling to bullets of the state security force. The demands for arrest of the alleged perpetrator steadily weakened and was soon forgotten after the realisation that the rigmarole of administration was the major block to attainment of justice. The molestation case had been pushed into the back of our minds. The accepted, if unrevealed, understanding among all is that the unruly behaviour of a stoned rebel should not be allowed to push a wedge into the cordial relationship between different communities. After considering of the whole story, it is worth pondering whether the use of the ‘ugly incident’ as an exemplification is significant enough to be persistently brought up in the media and exposed for another round of public debate. The Anal community has the right to oppose the inclusion of the unwanted episode in the book. However, after the author of the guide book himself clarified that he had no intention of hurting their sentiments and agreed to retract that part from his book, it was unfair to be adamant on demanding punishment and making wild charges against one and all including the journalist fraternity.

The Anal community can boycott the book and even huddle with other organisations to ensure that the book has no buyers. Unwanted aggression is unwarranted and tantamount to over-exposition of a trivial issue. The accused in the Momoko molestation case is still at large and the episode that rakes up a lot of controversies and tested the limit of our tolerance has not still been closed. The union and the community leaders should accept the apology from the author and believe his words on leaving out the ‘controversial lines.’

Fire at ATM

IMPHAL January 23: Timely arrival of the Manipur fire service prevented a major fire inside a SBI ATM booth at Kwakeithel Bazar around 6.00 pm today. A short circuit is suspected to have started the fire, which damaged some parts … Continue reading →

IMPHAL January 23: Timely arrival of the Manipur fire service prevented a major fire inside a SBI ATM booth at Kwakeithel Bazar around 6.00 pm today.

A short circuit is suspected to have started the fire, which damaged some parts of the booth.

However, timely arrival of the state fire tenders controlled the fire.

Man crushed to death

IMPHAL January 23: A 17 year old was crushed to death by the excavating arm of a JCB excavator this morning around 8 am at Langol Tarung village under Lamphel police. The boy identified as Kamlengthang alias Kokngang son of … Continue reading →

IMPHAL January 23: A 17 year old was crushed to death by the excavating arm of a JCB excavator this morning around 8 am at Langol Tarung village under Lamphel police.

The boy identified as Kamlengthang alias Kokngang son of Mangin of Langol Laimanai Meetei Leikai was acting as a mohori and looking after the earth levelling work at Langol Tarung village, when the incident happened.

He was crushed by the excavating arm of the JCB against another JCB excavator which was stationed nearby, said a family member at RIMS.

“The arm of the JCB arm swirled and hit him against the stationary JCB”, he said.

The body has been handed over to family members after post mortem was conducted at the RIMS mortuary this noon.

The police have taken up a case regarding the incident.

Nomination for police medals deferred

IMPHAL, January 23: In a clear case of negligence by the state Home department, the nominations for the Police Medal for Gallantry, President’s Police Medal for Distinguished Service and Police Medal for Meritorious Service have been deferred. The reason is … Continue reading →

The reason is due to the state Home department failure to notify the Ministry of Home Affairs, government of India about the particulars of the award recipients, sources said.

The said medals which are to be sent from the Union Home Ministry are yet to reach the state.

Ironically, the Republic Day parade on January 26 of which a full rehearsal which was held today will also include a medal distribution ceremony.

The candidates who are to receive the medal as announced on last Independence Day are Jamkhongam Taothang, JC No 599 Jemadar, 5th IRB; Leimapokpam Amarjit Singh, Havildar number 1207761, 2nd IRB; P Mallana Goud IPS, Maibam Rameshwor Singh MPS; Thokchom Radhesyam Singh, IPS; Lourembam Sanajaoba Singh, MPS; Thaimei Gaipuril Kabui, MPS; Swellinghope Chiru, MPS; Chhatra Bahadur Bhattarai, Havildar 4th IRB and constable Konsam Sharat Singh.

Repeal of AFSPA: RSS Manipur – KanglaOnline

Repeal of AFSPA: RSS ManipurKanglaOnlineIMPHAL, January 23: In the context of bringing the role of RSS Manipur in relation to News items appeared in the national daily, 'the Time of India', Guwahati Edition on Sunday, December 8, 2013, in denia…

Repeal of AFSPA: RSS Manipur
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IMPHAL, January 23: In the context of bringing the role of RSS Manipur in relation to News items appeared in the national daily, 'the Time of India', Guwahati Edition on Sunday, December 8, 2013, in denial of repealing of AFSPA in Manipur by quoting a …

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High Court of Manipur Notified Recruitment for 15 Stenographer/ Private … – Jagran Josh

High Court of Manipur Notified Recruitment for 15 Stenographer/ Private …Jagran JoshHigh Court of Manipur, Imphal invited applications for recruitment to 15 posts of Stenographer Grade-I/Private Secretary and Stenographer Grade-II. Interested and eli…

High Court of Manipur Notified Recruitment for 15 Stenographer/ Private …
Jagran Josh
High Court of Manipur, Imphal invited applications for recruitment to 15 posts of Stenographer Grade-I/Private Secretary and Stenographer Grade-II. Interested and eligible candidates should send the completely filled form along with all the …

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High Court of Manipur Notified Recruitment for15 Stenographer Private … – Jagran Josh

High Court of Manipur Notified Recruitment for15 Stenographer Private …Jagran JoshHigh Court of Manipur, Imphal invited applications for recruitment to 15 posts of Stenographer Grade-I/Private Secretary and Stenographer Grade-II. Interested and eligi…

High Court of Manipur Notified Recruitment for15 Stenographer Private …
Jagran Josh
High Court of Manipur, Imphal invited applications for recruitment to 15 posts of Stenographer Grade-I/Private Secretary and Stenographer Grade-II. Interested and eligible candidates should send the completely filled form along with all the …

In Pictures: Manipur under the shadow of guns – Aljazeera.com

Aljazeera.comIn Pictures: Manipur under the shadow of gunsAljazeera.comSince becoming part of India, Manipur, one of the "seven sister" states in the north-east, has been wracked by protracted conflict over ethnic and cultural sovereignty. To…

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In Pictures: Manipur under the shadow of guns
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Since becoming part of India, Manipur, one of the "seven sister" states in the north-east, has been wracked by protracted conflict over ethnic and cultural sovereignty. Today there are at least 34 active armed and unarmed non-state actors operating …

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