Manipur News

IMPHAL April 22: Revolutionary People’s Front (RPF) in a press statement by the outfit’s publicity secretary T Leishemba  appeals to the public to attend the Khongjom Day memorial ceremony .
It states that the Manipuris waged a fierce battle against the powerful British and the exemplary courage of our fore fathers should be respected and duplicated so as to throw off the colonial yoke. The state is suffering numerous atrocities carried out by the armed security personnel against the public in the name of counter insurgency, but the demand for independence is a democratic stance, which should be respected. The Khongojm war is a testament to the fact that Manipuris want liberty.
In order to achieve freedom, the need for unity is the need of the hour and should be stressed by all concerned, the release said.

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IMPHAL April 23: General secretary, MBCI, has greeted the state on the occasion of Easter Sunday  on behalf of the Manipur Baptist Convention.
Jesus who was crucified on the cross on Good Friday was resurrected on Easter Sunday and is alive today. Though we are living in a time of uncertainty, let us be reminded that God is in control and there is always hope in Jesus. May the risen Lord grant us peace, joy, hope and prosperity as we continue to live together in unity.

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IMPHAL April 22: Governor of Manipur, Gurbachan Jagat on the eve of Khongjom Day greets the public. A message from the Governor states that Amnipuris displayed their indomitable courage and spirit of patriotism, in fighting against the then mightiest world power ,the British and finally laid down their lives for the sake of their motherland in the Anglo Manipuri War 1891.
Khongjom Day reminds us of the historical fact that the British rule was brought upon us by the disunity and enmity among the Manipuri princes while contemplating for the throne, In celebrating the day, we also need to remind ourselves that the foreign powers tend to intervene in the sovereignty of a country whenever its people are disunited and disorganized.
Further, on the occasion of Khongjom Day, let all of us rejuvenate our pledge to preserve and protect the sovereignity of our country and its dignity, standing united and bold, the message concludes.

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IMPHAL April 23: The Nokia Yaoshang Rock show sponsored by Nokia will be held at the NCC ground, DM campus from 3 pm onwards on April 24.
Rk Sanjoy, director of Nokia, Manipur in a press meet held at Hotel Nirmala told mediapersons that the event is held to promote rock music among the youths of the state.
The concert which is to be held in association with the Yaosang festival but due to the high school exams, it had to be postponed.
P Bodae, manager of Chumthang, an event management company stated that the concert will feature rock bands from the entire North East.
Well known bands like the Girish and the Chronicles from Sikkim will be making it’s debut for the Manipur rock fans tomorrow,Meanwhile Boomarang, another band from Mizoram, who is also the winner of the “ Nokia Lords of Music” contest is also all set to rock the crowd.
The event also features popular singer of the state, Tapta and another upcoming and emerging band from the state“The Dirty Strikes”.

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IMPHAL April 23: A summary report in Manipuri version of An NGO report in compliance with the Paris Principles by the National Human Rights Commission of India was released today by Kh. Chonjon, ex-member Manipur human right commission, Y. Laba, ex-member MHRC and Kh, Anandi devi, managing trustee, Just Peace at the Manipur Press club. The function was or ganized by Human Rights alert.
Speaking at the occasion Y Laba said that Manipur is one of the most human rights violated state. Incidentally, the full report was submitted to the UN sub-committee on accreditation of international coordinating committee of NHRIs on January 22.  The summary report has been translated in various Indian languages. Babloo Loitongbam said that the Manipuri version was translated in simple and day-to-day use language in order to be more understandable and acceptable. A formal release ceremony was held at Constitution club, New Delhi on April 18.

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IMPHAL April 22: The Centre for Youth and Cultural Activities (CYCA), Khurai Puthiba leikai is organsing a three days Folk Dance and Music festival from April 23 at the premises of Lainingthou Puthiba, Khurai Puthiba Leikai, said a press release. The three days cultural programme is being sponsored by the Ministry of Culture, Government of India. It further said that S. Bideshwor Sharma, Ranjit Adhikary and Ph. Iboton Singh will be the chief guest, guest of honour and president respectively in the inaugural function. During the programme songs and dances of various tribes of the state as well as Khongjom Parba, Khudlang Esei and Pena etc will be showcased.

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IMPHAL April 22: The Centre for Youth and Cultural Activities (CYCA), Khurai Puthiba leikai is organsing a three days Folk Dance and Music festival from April 23 at the premises of Lainingthou Puthiba, Khurai Puthiba Leikai, said a press release. The three days cultural programme is being sponsored by the Ministry of Culture, Government of India. It further said that S. Bideshwor Sharma, Ranjit Adhikary and Ph. Iboton Singh will be the chief guest, guest of honour and president respectively in the inaugural function. During the programme songs and dances of various tribes of the state as well as Khongjom Parba, Khudlang Esei and Pena etc will be showcased.

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IMPHAL April 22: The Artist Society Manipur has declared two awards for the third annual art exhibition. The awards are Art Society Manipur Award 2011 and (L) Aribam Jandhabi Devi memorial art award. The Award carries a citation, a shawl and cash amount of Rs 5000 each.
The state arts exhibition will be inaugurated by RK Nimai Singh, Commisioner, art and culture as the chief guest on April 28. The awards will be presented on the day.
This year’s Art Society Manipur annual art award 2011 will be awarded to Robin Khaba for his sculpture in wood titled ‘Red in Centre’ and the award for Aribam Jandhabi Devi memorial award (every two alternate years) will be given to Shijagurumayum Imobi sharma for his oil colour and acrylic painting titled ‘A pilgrim’.
The exhibition will be opned to public for five days from 11 am till 5in the evening at Manipur State Art Gallery, Konung Lampak, the release added.

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IMPHAL April 22: The Artist Society Manipur has declared two awards for the third annual art exhibition. The awards are Art Society Manipur Award 2011 and (L) Aribam Jandhabi Devi memorial art award. The Award carries a citation, a shawl and cash amount of Rs 5000 each.
The state arts exhibition will be inaugurated by RK Nimai Singh, Commisioner, art and culture as the chief guest on April 28. The awards will be presented on the day.
This year’s Art Society Manipur annual art award 2011 will be awarded to Robin Khaba for his sculpture in wood titled ‘Red in Centre’ and the award for Aribam Jandhabi Devi memorial award (every two alternate years) will be given to Shijagurumayum Imobi sharma for his oil colour and acrylic painting titled ‘A pilgrim’.
The exhibition will be opned to public for five days from 11 am till 5in the evening at Manipur State Art Gallery, Konung Lampak, the release added.

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IMPHAL April 22: After a prolong quality discussion, the Lamkang Kurchuknao Kunpun has endorsed the following persons on April 15 to be the body of Lamkang Artist Association. They are advisor committee Lv. Shelting, Kh. Koting, Sk. Moses, president: SK. Shetmeon, secretary: Kh. Dharsel, Treasure: Sk.Jina, Sound engineering: Sn.Gideon, Care taker:Sk.Robin. The release also said the LAA Musical Nite will be held on April 25 at Lamrinkhuw village near Lamkang Centre, Chandel Dist.

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IMPHAL April 22: After a prolong quality discussion, the Lamkang Kurchuknao Kunpun has endorsed the following persons on April 15 to be the body of Lamkang Artist Association. They are advisor committee Lv. Shelting, Kh. Koting, Sk. Moses, president: SK. Shetmeon, secretary: Kh. Dharsel, Treasure: Sk.Jina, Sound engineering: Sn.Gideon, Care taker:Sk.Robin. The release also said the LAA Musical Nite will be held on April 25 at Lamrinkhuw village near Lamkang Centre, Chandel Dist.

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IMPHAL, April 22: Christian community in Manipur widely observed the Goodfriday, the day which marked the crucifixtion of Jesus Christ, by conducting church services, fasting and prayers.
The day is also called as “grace” as the christian communties beleives that Jesus Christ sacrifice himself to wash the sins of mankind.
Observing the day a mamoth gathering was witnessed today at the MBC centre Church, one of the largest centre Church in Manipur.
Different communities including 34 cadets of NCC led by its teacher one PD. James joint the observation.
The Church service begins from 6:30 am in the morning and laster till 9 am and followed by a fasting till 12 noon.
Stage play depicting the crucifixtion of Jesus Christ, performance of Gospels songs and music marked the observation.
Rev. L. Simon Raomei, pastor MBC was the speaker of the observation.

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IMPHAL April 22: The Artist Society Manipur has declared two awards for the third annual art exhibition. The awards are Art Society Manipur Award 2011 and (L) Aribam Jandhabi Devi memorial art award. The Award carries a citation, a shawl and cash amount of Rs 5000 each.
The state arts exhibition will be inaugurated by RK Nimai Singh, Commisioner, art and culture as the chief guest on April 28. The awards will be presented on the day.
This year’s Art Society Manipur annual art award 2011 will be awarded to Robin Khaba for his sculpture in wood titled ‘Red in Centre’ and the award for Aribam Jandhabi Devi memorial award (every two alternate years) will be given to Shijagurumayum Imobi sharma for his oil colour and acrylic painting titled ‘A pilgrim’.
The exhibition will be opned to public for five days from 11 am till 5in the evening at Manipur State Art Gallery, Konung Lampak, the release added.

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