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28th General Conference of Tangkhul Katamnao Saklong Begins

Imphal, April 19: The 28th General Conference cum Sports Meet of Tangkhul Katamnao Saklong has kick-started here today with the traditional benediction —hokharai—led by the village headman Ng Khathing in the presence of SDO Phungyar Rang Peter MCS…

Manipur State Power Development Corporation Abolished

IMPHAL, April 19: Even though the Manipur State Power Development Corporation is yet to begin operations, it has been abolished by the State Cabinet today. On the other hand, the Cabinet has given its approval to implementation of a scheme introduced …

Riha Ambush: NSCN-IM Accuses MLA Of Betraying The Nagas

IMPHAL, Apr 19 : Without specifically mentioning the Riha ambush or directly admitting its involvement, the NSCN-IM has launched a scathing verbal attack on MLA Wungnaoshang Keishing, accusing him of betraying the Nagas. In a press release issued by its ministry of information and publicity, the NSCN-IM said, “Wungnaoshang has been playing around dangerously with […]

Central Agricultural University (CAU) Agri Fair 2011 Begins

IMPHAL, April 18: Governor of Manipur Gurbachand Jagat today during the inauguration of the Central Agriculture University Fair, 2011 said that the Fair, “Agricultural Technologies and Farm Innovations for Prosperity of the NE Region” will impro…

Riha Ambush: Home Department Sees NSCN-IM’s Hand

IMPHAL, April 18 : Though there is no concrete evidence, the State Home Dept is fully convinced that the ambush on MLA Wungnaoshang Keishing and his escort party at Riha village in Ukhrul district on April 15 was undertaken by NSCN-IM which is under c…

Khaidem Mani Lambasts Central Government

Imphal, April 18: Noted human rights activist Khaidem Mani has lambasted New Delhi accusing the latter of meting out step-motherly treatment on the North East people. Driving home his point, Khaidem Mani said when social activist Anna Hazare fasted for few days the Government of India comfortably obliged to acknowledge the activist’s agitation. “However, Irom […]

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Kuki Chiefs Protest Against Amendment of Village Authority Act

Imphal, April 18: A strong message has been sent out by burning an effigy of the chief minister of Manipur in protest against the proposed agenda of the government to amend the structure of power of Kuki polity through Manipur (village authority in th…

Chinjak Festival II-International 2011: From April 22 To May 1

Imphal, April 18: After the successful Chinjak Festival (I) at Thoubal, held during November 2010, the Innovative Youth Society is back with a broader vision to hold Chinjak Festival-II-International 2011 from April 22 to May 1 at the Iboyaima Shumang…

Manipur CM Talks Tough Against Panchayat Fund Misuse

IMPHAL, Apr 18: Issuing a stern warning, Chief Minister O Ibobi Singh has stated the Govt has devolved necessary power including administrative and financial power to local bodies at the grassroots level like Autonomous District Council, Zilla Parishad and Gram Panchayats. However, if the fund were misused or the utilisation certificates were not submitted in […]

Blood Banks In Manipur Facing Acute Shortage Of Blood

Imphal, April 17: Blood banks in Manipur require 20,000 units of blood in a year but only 2000 units are available. Lack of voluntary blood donors is behind the heavy shortage of blood in these banks as against the heavy demand for blood. An official …

Career Guidance Workshop Begins In Manipur

IMPHAL, April 17: With an objective to impart proper guidance to students and to maintain good careers, a two day workshop on “ Career Guidance” opened today at Manipur Forest Training School, Koirengei. The opening function was attended by Dr. S …

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Farmer’s Leadership Programme Organised In Manipur

IMPHAL, April 17: All Manipur Progressive Farmers’ Association (AMPFA) organised a day-long farmers leadership training programme at its office today. Deputy Director of Agriculture Department, G Samu Kabui, AMPFA president Joy Nongmaithem, Deputy Director Soil Chemist of Agriculture Department, Ph Rajendra and Man League Manipur president Nongleima Haobam Ongbi were the chief guest, president and […]

Rickshaw Drivers Celebrate Their 12th Foundation Day

IMPHAL, Apr 17: All Manipur Rickshaw Drivers and Pullers’ Association celebrated its 12th foundation day anniversary at GM Hall today with family members leading the gathering in offering floral tribute at the portraits of departed members of the Association. Presenting the keynote address, Association secretary Th Basanta stated that movement for unifying rickshaw pullers to […]

Miss Manipur 2011 To Be Held On May 20

IMPHAL April 17 (IFP): Convenor of Four Hopes, Nishikanta Kh, in a press release states that Four Hopes (under the aegis of MMC) is organizing “Miss Manipur 2011” beauty contest under the theme ‘Beauty with Compassion and a Mission’ on May 20,…

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LPG Agencies Charging More Than The Amount Fixed By IOC

IMPHAL, April 17: LPG agencies have reportedly been charging extra money higher than the price fixed by the IOC for enrolment of new customers. Gas agencies have been charging Rs 4500 to Rs 5800 inclusive of the price of a gas stove and one cylinder f…

United Naga Council Calls For Peace | Ukhrul Ambush

Imphal, Apr 17: The United Naga Council (UNC), the apex Naga civil body, which had asked the people who are demanding creation of Phungyar as a new revenue district to withdraw the move, has rued the ambush laid on MLA Phungyar A/C Wungnaoshang Keishi…

Several Organizations Condemn The Ambush On Manipur MLA

Imphal, April 16: Several organisations strongly condemn the Riha ambush laid on MLA of Phungyar Assembly Constituency Wungnaoshang Keishing and his convoy that killed eight police personnel and one civilian while injuring many others. Five Tangkhul village heads and a civil organisation voiced condemnation on the assassination attempt yesterday and conveyed condolences to families of […]

MNRF Says NSCN-IM Was Behind The Ambush On Manipur MLA

Imphal, April 16: Manipur Naga Revolutionary Front (MNRF) accuses NSCN-IM of the ambush on Phungyar MLA Wungnaoshang Keishing. The ambush on Phungyar MLA Wungnaoshang was laid by NSCN-IM cadres led Lt Paoshim of the Kishimung Battalion of the outfit alleged the Manipur Naga Revolutionary Front (MNRF) while expressing condemnation of the life attempt bid In […]

District Hospitals Of Manipur To Have Blood Banks

The district hospitals in Manipur will soon have their own independent blood banks.This was mentioned by the Project Director of State Mission Society, National Rural Health Mission Pradip Kumar Jha in the prize distribution of the first sports meet o…

Children living with HIV/AIDS in Manipur Has Reached 2578 as of January

IMPHAL, April 16 (IFP): The number of children living with HIV/AIDS (CLHA) in Manipur has reached 2578 as of January this year. This cumulative figure given in the state epidemiological analysis report of the Manipur State AIDS Control Society (MACS) …