Manipur News

IMPHAL, May 21: A BRTF truck driver was electrocuted today along the NH-53 near Kaiphundai at about 10: am in the morning.
The victim is identified as one Md. Sarimul-Islam Laskar, 25, s/o Md. Alliuddin Laskar of Sona Bharighat, Silchar Assam.
Sources said the driver was electrocuted when his truck accidentally got hooked to a High Voltage Transmission wire suspended loosely above the highway near Kaiphundai, Tamenglong district.

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IMPHAL, May 21: The 46 Assam Rifles today arrested a extortionist from the National Highway 150 on May 20.
A PIB release has stated that acting on a complain from the Tipaimukh Road Area Business Development Association of demands for extortion and harassment to vehicles plying on NH-150 in Churachandpur district by USRA cadres, 46 Assam Rifles under the aegis of 27 Sector Assam Rifles on 20 May, immediately launched for investigation and ascertaining the facts.
It added that the column furthering its efforts, in a short span of time, identified and apprehended the culprit.
According to the release the individual apprehended by the AR team from Chonkhajao village has been  identified as one  Khual Khual alias Tiger of the USRA group.
The arrested individual has also accepted his acts and was handed over to the police, the PIB release mentioned.

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IMPHAL, May 21: The last rite of 4 year old Thiyam Robiroy of Bishnupur, who was found dead hanged in a suspicious manner, has been performed amidst a tearful scene today.
The lifeless body of the boy was claimed by the family this afternoon from RIMS mortuary amidst controversy surrounding the dead. The family members and JAC claiming the dead as a murder has already urged the government to book the culprits involved in the incident within seven days starting from May 20 failing which they warned to take up certain forms of agitation.   
Thiyam Robiroy alias Ton, 4 s/o Th Rocky of Ningthoukhong Kha Khunou Ward No.4. was found dead hanging at the compound of the Ibudhou Thangarel Haraobung under Bishnupur police on May 18 afternoon. Strangulation signs was found at the victim’s neck besides both his hands and legs being tied, sparking an extreme outcry not only from the family but from various sections.

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IMPHAL May 21: The 22nd Anniversary Function of Indian Dental Association, Manipur State branch was celebrated on May 20 at the Classic Hotel, Imphal, said a press release by the secretary, IDA, Manipur.
The release further added that the function was presided over by Dr. T. Nabachandra Singh, president of the association while Dr. L. Budhachandra Singh, president (Elect) and Dr. Rk. Ratankumar Singh, secretary, IDA, Manipur state branch were in the dais.
A scientific session was held during the function and later in the evening a musical nite was also organized, the release added.

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IMPHAL May 26: Miss Manipur 2011, will be held on May 31 at BOAT at 5 pm, said a press release by the general secretary of Four Hopes.

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IMPHAL May 20: By taking a pledge the Anti- Terrorism Day 2001 was observed by the DOEACC centre, Imphal today, as per instruction of the Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India, said a press release by the Administrative Officer of the centre.
The release further added that Nameirakpam Debachandra Singh, Scientist/Engineer “E” of the centre conducted the pledge taking ceremony.

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IMPHAL May 20: The audition for talent search show “Explore me” which was scheduled to be conducted at Bheigyachandra open air theatre on May 26, was held on May 19 at the Indoor stadium Khuman Lampak, Imphal said a press release by the secretary general,L.Rojit Meitei of Vision De Socio Upliftment Association, Heirok, Manipur. 30 participants were selected, as stated previously, during the audition, the release added. The selected participants were appealed to reach BOAT before 4pm on May 26 to take their T-shirts, the release further added.

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IMPHAL, May 20: The Manipur State Pensioners Union is celebrating its 11th Foundation Day on May 22 at the office premise of the JAC of AMTUC and AMGEO.
A release of the Pensioner’s Union appeal pensioner and family pensioners to positively take part in the celebration.

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IMPHAL May 20: In an interactive session with village authorities and villagers was organized by 17 Assam Rifles of  10 Sector under HQ IGAR (South) on May 19 at Tolloi, the release said. The interaction programme was attended by village heads and prominent people of Toloi and the adjoining villages, the release added. The development of the villages and role of the people and security forces deployed were discussed during the interaction programme and has reinforced the friendly relationship between the Assam Rifles and the villagers in working together in building a progressive society, the release further added.

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IMPHAL May 20: The Environment and Ecology Wing, Porompat, Imphal-05 Government of Manipur, is going to observe the International Day for Biological Diversity on May 22, on the UNEP theme “Forest Biodiversity” at 2.30 pm at Kangla, Imphal, said a press release by the Senior Scientific Officer of EEW. The release further appealed to all to attend the function.

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IMPHAL May 20: The 9th foundation Day of Ethno Heritage Council (HERICOUN) was observed at Rupmahal Theatre on May 16, said a press release by the secretary, publicity and propagandaIn connection with the foundation day observation, the finale of 2nd Khangminnasi Iramdam Quiz competition was also held,in which the participants from  Johnstone Higher Secondary  School,  Fencier Abhiram Higher Secondary School,Nambol Higher Secondary School and Sacred Heart English School bagged the 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 4th place respectively,the release added.

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IMPHAL May 20: Department of Physical Education and Sports Science, Manipur University in a press release invited to all the eligible and interested student for admission in B.P.Ed. (Integrated) 4 years Degree course for the year 2011- 2012. The release added that Proepectus will be available on May 21 at Administrative Block of the University,  last date of form submission is on June 6 and the available seat is 30. Further details can be had from the office, it added.

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IMPHAL, May 19: The Senapati District Students`™ Association (SDSA) has wished Thohrii Kayio s/o Hon`™ble MLA M.Thohrii for successfully clearing the 2010 Civil Service Exam.

The release of the assocition further mentioned that, Thohrii Kayio`™s achievement has credited the District of producing an elite service and inspiring student`™s fraternity. Moreover, the SDSA wishes him a bright service ahead and hope more laurels will be delivered to the people of the District in the future.

The SDSA would sincerely laud and appreciate Dr. Loli, District AIDS Control Officer (then Medical Superintendent) of Senapati District Hospital for giving a new facelift with a quality renovation works initiated at District Hospital. The much needed work was rapidly taken up soon after he took over the charge. Appreciating such remarkable works of the Officers, the SDSA also appeals other District Level Officers (DLOs) to also initiate similar development in their respective departments the release added.

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IMPHAL May 19: 15 days Basic course in News Reporting organized by the State Institute of Journalism, DIPR, that was started from May 2 has been concluded, said a press release by the Directorate of Information and Public Relations.A concluding function was held at the Office of DIPR in MSRTC complex located at Moirangkhom. During the function L. Lakher, Director, Information and Public relations, gave away the certificates to the participants of the training course, the release further added.

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IMPHAL, May 19: The Trainee`™s Union of the DM College of Teachers Education has demanded immediate removal of principal of the DMC of Teachers Education H Ibomcha Sharma from his post.

A statement of the Trainee`™s Union of DMC of TE alleged that the current principal is corrupt and lacks dynamism apart from being a poor administrator.

The trainees also draws immediate attention of the government to replace a suitable and dynamic principal for the college.

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IMPHAL May 19: The result of the drawing and painting competition held in connection with the International Day of Biodiversity, which was organized by office of Biodiversity Board, Imphal, Government of Manipur has been declared.

In Group 1(class I to V), Sh. Santosh Singh from Kakching Wairi Ningthou Pareng, studying in Class V at Kakching Wairi High School got the 1st prize.

In Group 2 (class VI to XII), Sh. Asem Indrajit from Oinam Sawombung Awang Leikai studying in IX at The Brilliant Public School got the first prizes.

A prize distribution ceremony would be held on May 22 at Manipur Orchid Preservation Centre, Khongampat. The Students should reach the venue at 8.30 am I school uniform along with their teachers/ parents.

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IMPHAL, May 19: In a bizarre incident, a father attempted to murder his own son during an altercation between the two at Kangla Songomsnag village, of Imphal east district under Lamlai police station evening around 5.30 pm on May 18.

According to a source, father Longjam Abhiram, 48 of Kangla Shangomshang attacked his own son identified as Nabakumar alias Manaoba 22, yesterday evening while the son was resting on his bed using a hammer.

During the attack the son received serious head injuries and is stated to be admitted in a critical condition at the Shija hospital. The father is however reported to be absconding till the filling of this report.

In the meantime, in connection with the incident, the local residents of Kangla Shangomshang and elders of the family held a meeting at Kangla Shangomshang village today and decided that the absconded father will be expelled from the locality forever.

A case has been registered with the Lamlai police regarding the incident.

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