Minister on official tour detained by 24 Assam Rifles at Khudengthabi

AR Major demanded details of minister`™s convoy IMPHAL, February 9: An official team of the Rural Develop and Panchayati Raj (RD&PR) Department led by Minister Francis Ngajokpa, was detained for

AR Major demanded details of minister`™s convoy

IMPHAL, February 9: An official team of the Rural Develop and Panchayati Raj (RD&PR) Department led by Minister Francis Ngajokpa, was detained for several minutes by the 24 Assam Rifles Khudengthabi post along Indo Myanmar road this morning.

The incident comes in the wake of the alleged high handedness meted out to commuters by the 24 Assam Rifles Tengnoupal post which led to the imposition of indefinite bandh along the Imphal-Myanmar road.

The Ministerial team was on official tour to inspect roads constructed in Chandel district under PMGSY. He was accompanied by Tengnoupal MLA, DK Korungthang, Chief Engineer Manipur State Rural Roads Development Agency (MSRRDA), other officials of the RD&PR and media personnel.

The Minister`™s convoy reached the Khudengthabi post around 10.15 am only to find the gate closed.

The escort commander of the convoy approached AR personnel who were deployed at the area asking them to open the gate after explaining about the Minister`™s official visit.

In response the AR personnel asked the escort commander to approach their superior officer, a major name Rocky.

Despite having explained about the official tour, the Major responded that he doubted if the man they were escorting was a real Minister.

Frustrated over the detention, the Tengnoupal MLA, DK Korungthang stepped down from the vehicle and demanded why the Minister`™s convoy was not allowed to pass.

In response the Major demanded details of the tour and numbers of security personnel and officials.

Later, the convoy was allowed to pass after detention for about 10 minutes.

Soon after crossing the gate the Minister called up the deputy Chief Minister who also holds the home portfolio, and inform him about the unfortunate incident.

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Catholic schools close down after coming under threat

IMPHAL, February 9: Two premier Catholic run schools of the State namely St Joseph and Little Flower School, closed down today following threat notes left by miscreant. Speaking to IFP,

IMPHAL, February 9: Two premier Catholic run schools of the State namely St Joseph and Little Flower School, closed down today following threat notes left by miscreant.

Speaking to IFP, a father of St Joseph school informed that they found a white paper written in red ink sticking at the front gate of the school saying `school matam kaktana thingjille-Manipur Maoist` in the wee hour today.

A similar note was also reportedly found at the gate of the Little Flower School.

Following the incident the school authorities decided to close down the school to avoid panick amongst students, said the father adding that they will resume normal classes tomorrow.

The school session commenced from February 5.

He further asserted that the schools did not complain about the incident to the police.

When enquired whether there was any threat from militant groups, the father responded that there has been no threat of any sort from any militant groups in recent times.

Claiming that he had never heard of any group called Manipur Maoist, the father assumed that it might be carried out by individuals out of frustration when they were unable to have their wards admitted into the schools.

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Delhi versus Delhi

From all appearances, Arvind Kejriwal the maverick politician is set to return to power in the State of Delhi. In the just concluded elections to the 70-member legislative assembly, exit

From all appearances, Arvind Kejriwal the maverick politician is set to return to power in the State of Delhi. In the just concluded elections to the 70-member legislative assembly, exit polls are unanimous that his Aam Admi Party, AAP, will return with a thumping majority, leaving behind the BJP which has since the Parliamentary elections 10 months ago has been riding on what has come to be described as the Modi Tsunami, and the Congress, currently battered politically and in a very low morale. As to whether the elections pundits are right will be known by the end of the day today (Tuesday) when the elections results are due to be announced. It may be recalled, if the AAP does come to power, it will be Kejriwal`™s second stint and Chief Minister of the State. The former civil servant was the 7th Chief Minister of Delhi from December 28, 2013 to February, 14, 2014 before he voluntarily and dramatically quit office after failing to table the Jan Lokpal Bill in the Delhi Assembly. He blamed the BJP and Congress for stalling the passage of this anti-corruption bill, implying they were protecting corrupt businessmen for their own benefits.

The Delhi elections this time was billed as a referendum for the BJP government at the Centre, led by towering charismatic leader Narendra Modi. The way the Modi wave was sweeping the country, nobody a few months ago would have believed he would face such a stiff challenge from a party which many had believed would never recover from the political suicide it committed almost exactly a year ago. Although the final word is yet to be said on the verdict of the Delhi electorate, the mood right now seems to suggest the BJP Goliath has met more than its match in the AAP David. If this does prove to be the scenario when the results are announced, for sure, the country can expect some very interesting drama in the coming months. The battle for Delhi would have then transition into another high pitched phase, as Kejriwal`™s Delhi government can be predicted safely to take on Modi`™s Union government. Kejriwal, as some political observers have so aptly described, is marked by an `insurgent`™ instinct, and although he too will be in political power, he will predictably remain suspicious of people in power. The country has seen how he even as a Chief Minister during his last stint, resorted to staging street protests and dharnas. He has also been alleging Prime Minister Modi, among others, is in league with corporate houses to plunder the country.

It is likely the battle between Kejriwal`™s Delhi and Modi`™s Delhi will get acrimonious and even ugly. However, not for any leanings towards the political ideologies of the parties the leaders belong to, but simply for the belief that a democracy without an effective opposition is no democracy, we would welcome AAP`™s re-entry into Delhi State`™s corridors of power. Till Kejriwal`™s opposition came about in the run up to the Delhi elections, it had seemed the Modi wave was sweeping away all political opposition to the ruling party into complete insignificance. Hence, even for somebody who has nothing particularly for or against the ruling party, this would have come across as dangerous for the democratic polity. From this vantage, it must be said, AAP`™s takeover of the Delhi darbar, if it at all happens, is good for the country and indeed the ruling BJP.

Leader Writer: Pradip Phanjoubam

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Gold, precious stones apprehended

Troops of by 9 Assam Rifles AR of 26 Sector apprehended one Karan Chhetri 31 , son of Late Bhagiman Chhetri of Serou Part II under Sugnu Police Station, Thoubal District and recovered 450 grams of gold and precious stones on February 7 Source Hu…

Troops of by 9 Assam Rifles AR of 26 Sector apprehended one Karan Chhetri 31 , son of Late Bhagiman Chhetri of Serou Part II under Sugnu Police Station, Thoubal District and recovered 450 grams of gold and precious stones on February 7 Source Hueiyen News Service

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Babloo refuses to apologize for remark

Executive Director of Human Rights Alert HRA Babloo Loitongbam has refused to apologize to the Committee of Privilege and Ethics of Manipur Legislative Assembly for his Mithibong Mitambal remark made during a current affairs discussion programme on…

Executive Director of Human Rights Alert HRA Babloo Loitongbam has refused to apologize to the Committee of Privilege and Ethics of Manipur Legislative Assembly for his Mithibong Mitambal remark made during a current affairs discussion programme on Impact TV Source Hueiyen News Service

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KHEDO submits memo to CM

Khongman Environment Development Organisation KHEDO has submitted a memorandum to the Chief Minister, Works Minister, Thongju Kendra MLA, and Addl Chief Secretary and Chief Engineer of PWD Source Hueiyen News Service

Khongman Environment Development Organisation KHEDO has submitted a memorandum to the Chief Minister, Works Minister, Thongju Kendra MLA, and Addl Chief Secretary and Chief Engineer of PWD Source Hueiyen News Service

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Apex bodies of 2 Naga tribes to boycott LuiNgaiNi

The apex bodies of Rongmei and Liangmai communities will boycott the forthcoming Nagas seed sowing festival Lui Ngai Ni 2015 Source Hueiyen News Service NNN

The apex bodies of Rongmei and Liangmai communities will boycott the forthcoming Nagas seed sowing festival Lui Ngai Ni 2015 Source Hueiyen News Service NNN

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JNV Khumbong aspirant faces brunt of negligence

In an act of carelessness and lack of sensitivity, an invigilator of Navodaya Vidyalaya entrance test centre shut the door of opportunity to a young student who aspired to join the school Source Hueiyen News Service

In an act of carelessness and lack of sensitivity, an invigilator of Navodaya Vidyalaya entrance test centre shut the door of opportunity to a young student who aspired to join the school Source Hueiyen News Service

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AMGOCTA appeals against abolition of DM Colleges

While welcoming the State Cabinet’s decision to introduce the Dhanamanjuri University Bill, 2014 again in the ensuing budget session of Manipur Legislative Assembly, All Manipur Government College Teachers’ Association AMGOCTA has appealed to the aut…

While welcoming the State Cabinet’s decision to introduce the Dhanamanjuri University Bill, 2014 again in the ensuing budget session of Manipur Legislative Assembly, All Manipur Government College Teachers’ Association AMGOCTA has appealed to the authorities concerned not to abolish the Dhanamanjuri Colleges after the establishment of the proposed Dhanamanjuri University Source Hueiyen News Service

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Fate of liberation depends on wishes of people UNLF

On the eve of the Raising Day of its armed wing, the Manipur People’s Army on February 9, the Military Affairs Committee of the UNLF has sent its gratefulness to the people for their unstinted support in the liberation movement Source Hueiyen News S…

On the eve of the Raising Day of its armed wing, the Manipur People’s Army on February 9, the Military Affairs Committee of the UNLF has sent its gratefulness to the people for their unstinted support in the liberation movement Source Hueiyen News Service

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AR detains minister Francis, MLA Korungthang for no reason

Rural Development and Panchayati Raj minister Francis Ngajokpa and MLA D Korungthang were detained without any understandable reason by Assam Rifles personnel for more than 15 minutes at Khudengthabi Check Post on Monday Source Hueiyen News Service

Rural Development and Panchayati Raj minister Francis Ngajokpa and MLA D Korungthang were detained without any understandable reason by Assam Rifles personnel for more than 15 minutes at Khudengthabi Check Post on Monday Source Hueiyen News Service

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Manipur Visitors Regulation Bill to be introduced

The Manipur Visitors Regulation Bill, 2015 will be introduced in the ensuing session of 10th Manipur Legislative Assembly commencing from February 25 Source Hueiyen News Service

The Manipur Visitors Regulation Bill, 2015 will be introduced in the ensuing session of 10th Manipur Legislative Assembly commencing from February 25 Source Hueiyen News Service

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AMDWA condemns NH ‘extortion’

All Manipur Drivers’ Welfare Association AMDWA has condemned the alleged act of extorting money from the truck drivers by police personnel at Mao Gate Source Hueiyen News Service

All Manipur Drivers’ Welfare Association AMDWA has condemned the alleged act of extorting money from the truck drivers by police personnel at Mao Gate Source Hueiyen News Service

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Union MoS Nirmala Sitharaman assures development of Manipur

Union Minister of State for Commerce and Industry Nirmala Sitharaman on Monday assured that the Centre will initiate development of Manipur with equal intensity, irrespective of the party ruling the state Source Hueiyen News Service

Union Minister of State for Commerce and Industry Nirmala Sitharaman on Monday assured that the Centre will initiate development of Manipur with equal intensity, irrespective of the party ruling the state Source Hueiyen News Service

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Foundation for twin statues of Akaba, Suisa laid

Foundation stone laying ceremony for the twin statues of late Rungsung Suisa and Chingsubam Akaba was held today at Hongmahn Tangkhul village, Senapati district Source The Sangai Express

Foundation stone laying ceremony for the twin statues of late Rungsung Suisa and Chingsubam Akaba was held today at Hongmahn Tangkhul village, Senapati district Source The Sangai Express

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MEELAL expresses gratitude

Meetei Erol Eyek Loisasillol Apunba Lup MEELAL has expressed gratitude to the Principal of JNV Khumbong and ZEO Imphal West for inclusion of Meetei Mayek in the admission form and entrance test papers of the JNV Source Hueiyen News Service

Meetei Erol Eyek Loisasillol Apunba Lup MEELAL has expressed gratitude to the Principal of JNV Khumbong and ZEO Imphal West for inclusion of Meetei Mayek in the admission form and entrance test papers of the JNV Source Hueiyen News Service

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