MANPAC declares February 12 as Dooms Day

IMPHAL | Feb 11

With tensions running extremely high over the possibility of passing the contentious bill at Rajya Sabha, the Manipur People against Citizenship (Amendment) Bill, 2016 (MANPAC) declared February 12, 2019 as D-Day (Dooms Day) and a…

IMPHAL | Feb 11

With tensions running extremely high over the possibility of passing the contentious bill at Rajya Sabha, the Manipur People against Citizenship (Amendment) Bill, 2016 (MANPAC) declared February 12, 2019 as D-Day (Dooms Day) and appea……

Read more / Original news source: http://www.ifp.co.in/page/items/56201/manpac-declares-february-12-as-dooms-day

Nation State, Region State

In the midst of the uncertainty the northeast region is in against the backdrop of the ethnic churnings, the idea of a “Region State” first proposed by Kenichi Ohame a decade ago is worth probing. The Japanese thinker and management guru was of the op…

In the midst of the uncertainty the northeast region is in against the backdrop of the ethnic churnings, the idea of a “Region State” first proposed by Kenichi Ohame a decade ago is worth probing. The Japanese thinker and management guru was of the opinio……

Read more / Original news source: http://www.ifp.co.in/page/items/56178/nation-state-region-state

‘Greenery Campaign, 2018’ will bring a green environment in Manipur: Homesh

IMPHAL | Feb 11

In order to prevent the impact of deforestation, forest department has planted more than 100 saplings including fruit bearing trees under ‘A Greenery Campaign, 2018’ at Tonelok, Heingang reserve forest.

The campaign is organised …

IMPHAL | Feb 11

In order to prevent the impact of deforestation, forest department has planted more than 100 saplings including fruit bearing trees under ‘A Greenery Campaign, 2018’ at Tonelok, Heingang reserve forest.

The campaign is organised by S……

Read more / Original news source: http://www.ifp.co.in/page/items/56189/greenery-campaign-2018-will-bring-a-green-environment-in-manipur-homesh

I-League: Leaders Chennai City split points with Neroca in six-goal thriller

IMPHAL | Feb 11

Neroca FC held leaders Chennai City FC to a thrilling 3-3 draw to open up the I-League title race wide open on Monday. Chennai City fired in three goals in the first half through Pedro Manzi (34th minute, 41st, 45+1) who scored his …

IMPHAL | Feb 11

Neroca FC held leaders Chennai City FC to a thrilling 3-3 draw to open up the I-League title race wide open on Monday. Chennai City fired in three goals in the first half through Pedro Manzi (34th minute, 41st, 45+1) who scored his four……

Read more / Original news source: http://www.ifp.co.in/page/items/56180/i-league-leaders-chennai-city-split-points-with-neroca-in-six-goal-thriller

Students of New Lamka UPS to have additional classroom spaces

CHURACHANDPUR | Feb 11

More than 350 students of New Lamka Government Upper Primary School (UPS) which lies under ADC, Churachandpur will have a field day on February 12; the starting day of the new academic session, when they find out the confined…

CHURACHANDPUR | Feb 11

More than 350 students of New Lamka Government Upper Primary School (UPS) which lies under ADC, Churachandpur will have a field day on February 12; the starting day of the new academic session, when they find out the confined spa……

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PTA, Catholic School, Canchipur appeals for public support

IMPHAL| Feb 11

Parent Teacher Association (PTA), Catholic School, Canchipur has made a public appeal for support for the resumption of van services for students of the schools.

A release signed by secretary, PTA, Catholic School Canchipur, N Gag…

IMPHAL| Feb 11

Parent Teacher Association (PTA), Catholic School, Canchipur has made a public appeal for support for the resumption of van services for students of the schools.

A release signed by secretary, PTA, Catholic School Canchipur, N Gagarin……

Read more / Original news source: http://www.ifp.co.in/page/items/56182/pta-catholic-school-canchipur-appeals-for-public-support

AR, Moreh police seize contraband worth Rs 1.2 crore

MOREH| Feb 11

A joint team of Moreh Battalion, Assam Rifles and Moreh Police seized contraband worth Rs 1.2 crore on February 11 from the front of Nasir Hotel, Moreh Bazar.

The contraband was found in a gunny bag of charcoal which was found lyin…

MOREH| Feb 11

A joint team of Moreh Battalion, Assam Rifles and Moreh Police seized contraband worth Rs 1.2 crore on February 11 from the front of Nasir Hotel, Moreh Bazar.

The contraband was found in a gunny bag of charcoal which was found lying in……

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24th Martyrdom Anniversary of Saheed Madhumangal observed

IMPHAL | Feb 11

Saheed Madhumangal Foundation observed ‘the 24th death anniversary of Late S. Madhumangal Sharma’ at Lamyanba Shanglen Palace Compound.

In connection with the observation, the 8th Memorial Lecture was delivered by professor, Kuld…

IMPHAL | Feb 11

Saheed Madhumangal Foundation observed ‘the 24th death anniversary of Late S. Madhumangal Sharma’ at Lamyanba Shanglen Palace Compound.

In connection with the observation, the 8th Memorial Lecture was delivered by professor, Kuldip C……

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‘Minority communities need to be accorded equal treatment for a developed State’

THOUBAL | Feb 11

“To bring about a developed Manipur, it is essential that the minority communities of the State are accorded equal treatment,” said the newly elected chairperson of Manipur State Minorities Commission (MSMC)¸ Md Anwar Hussain.

H…

THOUBAL | Feb 11

“To bring about a developed Manipur, it is essential that the minority communities of the State are accorded equal treatment,” said the newly elected chairperson of Manipur State Minorities Commission (MSMC)¸ Md Anwar Hussain.

He st……

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All Manipur Hill Districts Teachers Association extends support

?IMPHAL | Feb 11

All Manipur Hill Districts Teachers Association Manipur extended support in favour of the on-going agitation launched by the Joint SSA and RMSA Teacher Association, Manipur.

A press release by the information and publicity depar…

?IMPHAL | Feb 11

All Manipur Hill Districts Teachers Association Manipur extended support in favour of the on-going agitation launched by the Joint SSA and RMSA Teacher Association, Manipur.

A press release by the information and publicity departmen……

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Mass sit-in-protests including on road agitations continue

IMPHAL | Feb 11

Agitations against the Citizenship (Amendment) Bill, 2019 continued state-wide today in various forms while most of the roads were blocked by the agitators holding black flags.

Most of the women protestors staged sit-in-protest a…

IMPHAL | Feb 11

Agitations against the Citizenship (Amendment) Bill, 2019 continued state-wide today in various forms while most of the roads were blocked by the agitators holding black flags.

Most of the women protestors staged sit-in-protest and b……

Read more / Original news source: http://www.ifp.co.in/page/items/56199/mass-sit-in-protests-including-on-road-agitations-continue

Six student groups raise black flags at Samu Makhong

IMPHAL | Feb 11

Six student groups raised black flag at Keithel Lairembi Sana Khongnang, Samu Makhong as a part of the protest against the Citizenship (Amendment) Bill, 2016 today.

Police intervened and blocked the students below over bridge by …

IMPHAL | Feb 11

Six student groups raised black flag at Keithel Lairembi Sana Khongnang, Samu Makhong as a part of the protest against the Citizenship (Amendment) Bill, 2016 today.

Police intervened and blocked the students below over bridge by firi……

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Congress party to fight tooth and nail till the bill is withdrawn: Joy

IMPHAL | Feb 11

As a part of the on-going agitation against CAB, 2016, the opposition party Congress along with its Youth and Mahilla group jointly staged sit-in protest today at their office, Congress Bhawan, BT Road.

While briefing to media pe…

IMPHAL | Feb 11

As a part of the on-going agitation against CAB, 2016, the opposition party Congress along with its Youth and Mahilla group jointly staged sit-in protest today at their office, Congress Bhawan, BT Road.

While briefing to media person……

Read more / Original news source: http://www.ifp.co.in/page/items/56197/congress-party-to-fight-tooth-and-nail-till-the-bill-is-withdrawn-joy

Manipuri traditional hidak-phu fading into oblivion

IMPHAL | Feb 11

Manipuri traditional hookah locally, known as ‘Hidak-phu or Hidakki Chapu’ said to be extremely potent with its unique flavour and quality, is about to become forgotten and completely non-existent in the world.

Showing concern th…

IMPHAL | Feb 11

Manipuri traditional hookah locally, known as ‘Hidak-phu or Hidakki Chapu’ said to be extremely potent with its unique flavour and quality, is about to become forgotten and completely non-existent in the world.

Showing concern that t……

Read more / Original news source: http://www.ifp.co.in/page/items/56195/manipuri-traditional-hidak-phu-fading-into-oblivion

NSCN-IM elects new chairman, vice-chairman

IMPHAL | Feb 11

National Socialist Council of Nagalim Isaac-Muivah faction (NSCN-IM) today elected Qhehezu Tuccu as the new chairman and Tongmeth Wangnao as vice-chairman of the outfit.

The election was conducted during the National Hoho held at…

IMPHAL | Feb 11

National Socialist Council of Nagalim Isaac-Muivah faction (NSCN-IM) today elected Qhehezu Tuccu as the new chairman and Tongmeth Wangnao as vice-chairman of the outfit.

The election was conducted during the National Hoho held at the……

Read more / Original news source: http://www.ifp.co.in/page/items/56196/nscn-im-elects-new-chairman-vice-chairman

IGP appeals for peaceful protest

IMPHAL | Feb 11

Inspector General of Police, Zone -1 Clay Khongsai has notified that all possible security arrangements will be in placed by concerned district SPs in the light of ceasework/bandh called by Peoples Alliance Manipur (PAM) on February…

IMPHAL | Feb 11

Inspector General of Police, Zone -1 Clay Khongsai has notified that all possible security arrangements will be in placed by concerned district SPs in the light of ceasework/bandh called by Peoples Alliance Manipur (PAM) on February 11 ……

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38-hour general strike called by MANPAC commences at Jiribam

JIRIBAM| Feb 11

The 38-hour general strike called by Manipur People against Citizenship (Amendment) Bill, 2016 (MANPAC) commenced from 4:00 am in the morning today at Jiribam under the aegis of MANPAC-Jiri.

The general strike has enormously affe…

JIRIBAM| Feb 11

The 38-hour general strike called by Manipur People against Citizenship (Amendment) Bill, 2016 (MANPAC) commenced from 4:00 am in the morning today at Jiribam under the aegis of MANPAC-Jiri.

The general strike has enormously affected……

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AMGSU celebrates Saraswati Puja at Tokpa Nepali

KANGPOKPI | Feb 11

The CC and SPGT Unit of All Manipur Gorkha Students’ Union (AMGSU) celebrated Saraswati Puja yesterday at Shri Durga Mandir at Tokpa Nepali Basti in Kangpokpi district on February 10.

Saraswati Puja, also known as Basant Panch…

KANGPOKPI | Feb 11

The CC and SPGT Unit of All Manipur Gorkha Students’ Union (AMGSU) celebrated Saraswati Puja yesterday at Shri Durga Mandir at Tokpa Nepali Basti in Kangpokpi district on February 10.

Saraswati Puja, also known as Basant Panchami,……

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Drug peddler arrested

IMPHAL| Feb 11

A team of Lilong PS including women police personnel along with All Lilong Anti- Drug Association (ALADA) arrested a woman drug peddler named Peku, 27, daughter of Md. Salaodidin of Lilong Haoreibi Awang Tera Makhong on February 7, s…

IMPHAL| Feb 11

A team of Lilong PS including women police personnel along with All Lilong Anti- Drug Association (ALADA) arrested a woman drug peddler named Peku, 27, daughter of Md. Salaodidin of Lilong Haoreibi Awang Tera Makhong on February 7, said ……

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Protesters block roads despite 144 CrPC imposed

IMPHAL| Feb 11

Protesters blocked the streets in different parts of the Imphal districts protesting against the Citizenship (Amendment) Bill, 2019 as a part of the 36 hours state wide cease work strike imposed from 5am today by Peoples Alliance Man…

IMPHAL| Feb 11

Protesters blocked the streets in different parts of the Imphal districts protesting against the Citizenship (Amendment) Bill, 2019 as a part of the 36 hours state wide cease work strike imposed from 5am today by Peoples Alliance Manipur……

Read more / Original news source: http://www.ifp.co.in/page/items/56200/protesters-block-roads-despite-144-crpc-imposed