Award conferred

IMPHAL, Dec 29: Babu Jagjivan Ram Kala Sanskriti and Sahitya Akademi, New Delhi conferred Dr BR Ambedkar National Samman Padak 2017 Award to Thiyam Nilamani Singh, Headmaster-in-charge of Konsam Thongam Popular Primary School, a life member of Lalit Ka…

IMPHAL, Dec 29: Babu Jagjivan Ram Kala Sanskriti and Sahitya Akademi, New Delhi conferred Dr BR Ambedkar National Samman Padak 2017 Award to Thiyam Nilamani Singh, Headmaster-in-charge of Konsam Thongam Popular Primary School, a life member of Lalit Kala Sangam Music Institute, Loklaobung and Indian Red Cross Society, Manipur State Branch.

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Award conferred

IMPHAL, Dec 29: Babu Jagjivan Ram Kala Sanskriti and Sahitya Akademi, New Delhi conferred Dr BR Ambedkar National Samman Padak 2017 Award to Thiyam Nilamani Singh, Headmaster-in-charge of Konsam Thongam Popular Primary School, a life member of Lalit Ka…

IMPHAL, Dec 29: Babu Jagjivan Ram Kala Sanskriti and Sahitya Akademi, New Delhi conferred Dr BR Ambedkar National Samman Padak 2017 Award to Thiyam Nilamani Singh, Headmaster-in-charge of Konsam Thongam Popular Primary School, a life member of Lalit Kala Sangam Music Institute, Loklaobung and Indian Red Cross Society, Manipur State Branch.

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Painting competition

IMPHAL, Sep 16: Indian Council for Child Welfare, New Delhi, will organise National Children’s painting competition at 10 am of September 23 at the State Council Headquarters, Moirangkhom bazar.

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IMPHAL, Sep 16: Indian Council for Child Welfare, New Delhi, will organise National Children’s painting competition at 10 am of September 23 at the State Council Headquarters, Moirangkhom bazar.

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India: New Delhi rejects 3 anti-migrant bills passed by state of Manipur

The contentious bills are the Manipur Land Reforms and Land Revenue (7th Amendment) Bill, 2015, the Manipur Shops and Establishment (2nd Amendment) Bill, 2015 and the Manipur Protection of Peoples Bill, 2015.

The contentious bills are the Manipur Land Reforms and Land Revenue (7th Amendment) Bill, 2015, the Manipur Shops and Establishment (2nd Amendment) Bill, 2015 and the Manipur Protection of Peoples Bill, 2015.

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Fund mobilization by MSAD for the victims of Manipur Earthquake

NEW DELHI, January 9: Manipur Students’ Association Delhi (MSAD) had an emergency meeting at DU Garden on January 7 at 1 p.m. and discussed on two main agendas ‘Fund Mobilization for the Victims of Manipur Earthquake’ and ‘Academic awareness programs in whole over Manipur’, said a press release by MSAD. It said, a decision was

NEW DELHI, January 9: Manipur Students’ Association Delhi (MSAD) had an emergency meeting at DU Garden on January 7 at 1 p.m. and discussed on two main agendas ‘Fund Mobilization for the Victims of Manipur Earthquake’ and ‘Academic awareness programs in whole over Manipur’, said a press release by MSAD. It said, a decision was

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North East Festival 2015 kicks off with high level discussions

NEW DELHI, Oct 18: After two immensely successful years, the third edition of the North East Festival kicked off in a great style with main focus in Tourism, Look East

High level discussion on 'North East's strategic importance to India and Act East Policy' at North East Festival 2015 New Delhi, 17 October 2015: The second afternoon of the 3rd edition of the North East Festival, currently underway at IGNCA in the capital saw an engaging and lively discussion on the 'North East's strategic importance to India and Act East policy'. The session featured high level panelists such as Mr. Ram Madhav, National General Secretary, BJP; Mr. Ravi Capoor, Joint Secretary, Ministry of Commerce, Government of India; Mr. AM Singh, Joint Secretary, Ministry of DoNER, Government of India, Dr. Nani Gopal Mahanta, Professor, University of Gauhati and Mr. Shyamkanu Mahanta, Organiser-in-chief, North East Festival. The session was moderated by well known journalist Kishalay Bhattacharjee. As a topic, North East's strategic importance is of paramount significance to the development of the North East region, and saw active and enthusiastic participation from representatives of all the states of the region. In his opening remarks, Mr. Shyamkanu Mahanta, Organiser-in-chief, North East Festival said, "There is a need to promote the North East and build bridges with the rest of the country. We also need to create a positive perception about the region, so that investors and businesses see the North East as a viable option." Speaking at the conference, Dr. Nani Gopal Mahanta, Professor, University of Gauhati said, "It is often said that since the North Eastern region is landlocked, development and commerce is a problem. I believe that North East can develop on its own. As a region, it historically had seamless connectivity with South East Asian and South Asian countries and that should be looked at once again. What is required is integration of road, rail and water transport and people to people connect. " In his address, Mr. Ram Madhav, National General Secretary, BJP said, "The emotional disconnect between the people of North East and the rest of t

North East Festival-Session on Look East Policy (Photo Courtesy: UB Photos)

NEW DELHI, Oct 18: After two immensely successful years, the third edition of the North East Festival kicked off in a great style with main focus in Tourism, Look East and Act East Policy with various discussion sessions with top policymakers, in the capital city of India from October 16 to October 18 at Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts (IGNCA), Janpath, New Delhi, organised by the reputed socio-cultural trust, Trend MMS, in association with IGNCA and North East Today, said a press release.

It said, the festival is comprised with 25 food stalls, 60 artisans, 40 musical bands, 30 folk dances, various exhibitions of tribes, handloom, handicrafts and much more, and it was inaugurated by Arvind Kejriwal, Chief Minister of Delhi, and the guests of honour were Manish Sisodia, Deputy CM of Delhi and Kapil Mishra, Tourism Minister of Delhi.

The press release stated that the Chief Minister of Delhi said northeast as the most beautiful destination in India with most beautiful and nice people.

The session featured high level panelists such as Ram Madhav, National General Secretary, BJP, Ravi Capoor, Joint Secretary, Ministry of Commerce, Government of India, AM Singh, Joint Secretary, Ministry of DoNER, Government of India, Dr. Nani Gopal Mahanta, Professor, University of Gauhati and Shyamkanu Mahanta, Organiser-in-chief, North East Festival, and the session was moderated by well known journalist Kishalay Bhattacharjee, said the press release.

It said, Shyamkanu Mahanta stated about the need to promote north-east and build bridges with the rest of the country and also mentioned the need to create a positive perception about the region so as to make the investors see north-east as a viable option.

Meanwhile, Dr. Nani Gopal Mahanta said that northeastern region is landlocked, with less development and poor commerce. She further expressed that she believes in development of northeast on its own, as historically it had seamless connectivity with South East Asian and South Asian countries, and the only requirement is integration of road, rail and water transport and connection of people to people, said the press release.

It said, Ram Madhav expressed about the emotional disconnect between the people of northeast and the rest of the country, and stated that the government is committed to bridge the emotional disconnect. He said India’s development is not complete without the development of North East and Government of India is taking many steps for development of the region. Ram Madhav further said that he believes in clean and efficient governance for the development of the region, with priority on developing good relations with the neighbours to make northeast region as the biggest beneficiary.

The press release also stated that Ravi Capoor spoke about the pre-independence days, when northeast was one of the most prosperous regions with free flow of trade, commerce and people between the countries. He also said that NASSCOM figures tell about 20% of people working in the outsourcing industry from the northeastern states and improvement of internet and digital connectivity could make the region an IT hub of the country.

Moreover, AM Singh stated about believing in northeast and the opportunities by DoNER to facilitate investments in the region, and further stated about the requirement of coordinated effort from all the stakeholders to sort out all the issues related to trade and commerce in the region, said the press release.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Conference on issues of women’s safety

Special Police Unit for Women and Children, Nanakpura, New Delhi will be organising a conference on ‘Women Safety Issues’ at Aiwa-e-Ghalib Auditorium, Mata Sundari Lane, near Bal Bhawan, ITO, New

Special Police Unit for Women and Children, Nanakpura, New Delhi will be organising a conference on ‘Women Safety Issues’ at Aiwa-e-Ghalib Auditorium, Mata Sundari Lane, near Bal Bhawan, ITO, New Delhi on 10 October at 11:30 a.m., said a press statement by Joint Commissioner of Police, SPUWAC and Nodal Officer for North East Region.

It said, the conference is in collaboration with NGOs working in Delhi and will be graced by Commissioner of Police, Delhi.

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Application Invited for PhD with Fellowship at UGC-DAE Consortium for Scientific Research

Join the frontier institute in experimental condensed matter physics and be a leading researcher with international foot print  UGC-DAE Consortium for Scientific Research  (An Autonomous Institute under University Grants Commission,

Join the frontier institute in experimental condensed matter physics
and be a leading researcher with international foot print

csr

 UGC-DAE Consortium for Scientific Research

 (An Autonomous Institute under University Grants Commission, New Delhi)

University Campus, Khandwa Road, Indore-452001

Phone 0731-2463913/2762267                                     Web-site: www.csr.res.in

 

 Ours is a research institute having state of the art facilities to carry out frontline research in experimental condensed matter physics. The institute is running Ph.D. program in Physics for more than 20 years and the pass out Ph.D. students of this institute are well placed in national and international laboratories of repute. For entry to this Ph.D. program an entrance test is organized on 16th of June 2014 for post graduate students with minimum 55% marks in any branch of Physics. Due consideration will be given for reservation policy as per Governmental norms. Those appearing in final semester can also apply.  The successful candidates in this test will be personally interviewed. All the selected candidates will be offered a research fellowship as per UGC rules and after the successful completion of course work will be eligible for registering for the Ph.D. degree of the Devi Ahilya University, Indore.

Students with qualified CSIR/UGC/NET, JEST certificate need not apply for this test and can appear in the interview directly, they may be called for interview in the month of May & June.

Application giving name, address, e-mail and academic and other qualifications with subject and percentage of marks etc. along with recent passport size photograph should be sent to administrative officer-I. The envelope containing the application should clearly mention “Application for research student”.

For further details of the various facilities available and placement of past students etc. and how to submit application, please visit our website: www.csr.res.in

Note: Last date for receipt of application:  1 May 2014.

Sleeper class to and fro railway fare will be paid to the candidates called for interview.

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Delhi Association of Manipur Muslim Students organises IFTAR Party 2013

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DELHI ASSOCIATION OF MANIPUR MUSLIM STUDENTS                             NEW DELHI Yesterday, the 20th of July 2013, The Delhi Association of Manipur Muslim Students (DAMMS) organized an IFTAR PARTY at Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi.  The auspicious occasion was attended by Hon’ble Parliamentary … Continue reading

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DELHI ASSOCIATION OF MANIPUR MUSLIM STUDENTS

                            NEW DELHI

Yesterday, the 20th of July 2013, The Delhi Association of Manipur Muslim Students (DAMMS) organized an IFTAR PARTY at Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi.  The auspicious occasion was attended by Hon’ble Parliamentary Secretary- MOBC, Science and Technology Md. Amin Shah and Moulana Noor-ud-din, Head, Aliya Madrassa, Lilong Manipur, Senior Members of DAMMS, Students residing in various parts of the City and distinguished delegates.

DAMMS - IFTAR PARTY 2013 - 2

DAMMS – IFTAR PARTY 2013 – 2

The Hon’ble Parliamentary Secretary praised the Assn. for organizing such event and assured to lend his hand in any developmental works taken up by the Assn. Md. Amin Shah interacted with the students and advised them to focus on their goal with integrity and make the name of our motherland Manipur shine everywhere.

 

Though the Hon’ble MP Dr. T. Meinya Singh could not make it to the IFTAR PARTY, he sent his best wishes to Muslim student community praising DAMMS for such gathering.

DAMMS - IFTAR PARTY 2013 - 2

DAMMS – IFTAR PARTY 2013 – 2

At the end, the Vice President of DAMMS thanked everyone especially the VIPs who turned up for the IFTAR PARTY by sparing their precious time and making the occasion a grand success. And also wished them Success in every part of their life. Further the VP requested all the attendee specially the students to cooperate in every activities taken up by DAMMS in future.

Musa Haque, General Secretary, DAMMS

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United Naga Council calls off 96 hour bandh

The post United Naga Council calls off 96 hour bandh appeared first on  KanglaOnline.com.MAnipur, IMPHAL, August 20: The 96 hour bandh called by the United Naga Council (UNC) seeking ‘alternative arrangement’ has been called off following an invit…

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MAnipur, IMPHAL, August 20: The 96 hour bandh called by the United Naga Council (UNC) seeking ‘alternative arrangement’ has been called off following an invitation from the Union Home Ministry for tripartite talks in the last week of August. A … Continue reading

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Northeast exodus: India to take up the issue with Pakistan

The post Northeast exodus: India to take up the issue with Pakistan appeared first on  KanglaOnline.com.  The Centre has said that rumours that triggered panic among people of northeastern states in Karnataka, Tamil Nadu and Maharashtra were sour…

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  The Centre has said that rumours that triggered panic among people of northeastern states in Karnataka, Tamil Nadu and Maharashtra were sourced from Pakistan. Union Home Secretary RK Singh said in New Delhi, Pakistan is the source for doctored … Continue reading

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Sacrificial lamb

Is it because he is not really an Indian? Brigadier Laiphrakpam Ibotombi Singh of 13th Battalion Jammu and Kashmir Light Infantry (JAKLI) is the first army officer among the alumni… Read more »The post Sacrificial lamb appeared first on KanglaOn…

Is it because he is not really an Indian? Brigadier Laiphrakpam Ibotombi Singh of 13th Battalion Jammu and Kashmir Light Infantry (JAKLI) is the first army officer among the alumni… Read more »

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Signs Of The Times : Humra Quraishi

By Humra Quraishi Sitting in the midst of this terrible heat and dust , all that I’m somehow able to mutter and murmur is ‘ only a couple of live-able… Read more »The post Signs Of The Times : Humra Quraishi appeared first on KanglaOnline.com.

By Humra Quraishi Sitting in the midst of this terrible heat and dust , all that I’m somehow able to mutter and murmur is ‘ only a couple of live-able… Read more »

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Air Force Common Admission Test (AFCAT) 02/2012 Notification June-2012

Applications are invited for Air Force Common Admission Test (AFCAT) 02/2012 for the Courses commencing July 2013 Invites applications from bright young engineers to join in the Air Force for grant… Read more »

Applications are invited for Air Force Common Admission Test (AFCAT) 02/2012 for the Courses commencing July 2013 Invites applications from bright young engineers to join in the Air Force for grant… Read more »

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Myanmar ultimatum to Manipur militant groups to pack up by June 10

IBNLive.com| Google RSS Feed PTI New Delhi: To shore up its ties with India, Myanmar government has ordered Manipur-based militant outfits to shut their camps and training facilities and leave its soil by June 10. Quoting intelligence inputs, offi…

IBNLive.com| Google RSS Feed PTI New Delhi: To shore up its ties with India, Myanmar government has ordered Manipur-based militant outfits to shut their camps and training facilities and leave its soil by June 10. Quoting intelligence inputs, official sources said the Myanmar … Click for full details

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Myanmar Government orders Manipur-based militant outfits to leave by June 10

May 29,  8:13 PM | Source: Prasar Bharathi| Newsonair.com Myanmar government has ordered Manipur-based militant outfits to… more »

May 29,  8:13 PM | Source: Prasar Bharathi| Newsonair.com Myanmar government has ordered Manipur-based militant outfits to… more »

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Test results being sent to AIIMS for second opinion – Times of India

Times of India | Google News Feed BANGALORE: Police are sending the results of histopathological… more »

Times of India | Google News Feed BANGALORE: Police are sending the results of histopathological… more »

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VIEW: ON THE PATH OF TRUTH: IROM SHARMILA CHANU

On the path of truth Since our childhood, we read in our books, we heard… more »

On the path of truth

Since our childhood, we read in our books, we heard from our teachers and parents that the best path to move is the path of truth. In fact, truth has been considered as a virtue of spirituality, truth has been considered as a quality of mankind. Truth is confidence, truth is courage. These all phrases, when we heard, we were children, children with pure heart and fresh minds. Our minds were blank and anything that we saw, we heard, we talked and wrote has become part of our memory. Following the path of truth was one of those, stories of martyrs and saints impressed our hearts and minds and we started behaving as a true person. By the time when we grew up, we learnt techniques of telling lies, though these were childish lies and thus our truth remains unaffected. Even, at the present time, everybody who is living in society has different mindset, attitude, principles etc but still there is no conflict among various social groups on the matter of truth. Truth is all time favorite quality of all. At present, when we all are divided on many views and other identities, it is the truth that easily gets support from all sides sooner or later.

Now, once again there is a story in front of our eyes, the story of Irom Chanu Sharmila. We all are witnessing an era of a woman moving on the path of truth in spite of all even and odds. This is a story of turning a common human being as an uncommon revolutionary. Probably she was the child who received many morals from those stories, and probably she was the girl during her college days who observed truth everywhere, probably she, when worked for people, favored truth in all conditions, without fear. She is the lady, who is fighting for people, without fear. This courage, the courage of being on hunger protest since eleven years, truly reflects the power of truth. She, once again, proved that truth is neither helpless nor weak; instead it can multiply the courage within one’s heart. Continuous struggle of Irom, once again drew attention of all towards this peaceful struggle.

Undoubtedly, the struggle is tough, it is more difficult than any violent protest, but more acceptable. She fight, but she doesn’t need to search any hideouts. She is always ready to face anyone, she is always ready to answer and she is sure that her protest has no adverse effect on anybody. In fact, she is clearly sending a message that truth can never be defeated. She reflected that those who move on path of truth, get followers and their impact multiplied. Those who move on the path of truth, give birth to new thoughts and philosophy themselves and society absorb their teachings to move on the same path for various reasons during various times.

Message of her struggle should be received by government of India as soon as possible. Government by understanding importance of the whole issue; should give recognition to her protest because by taking initiatives. It is demand of time due to various reasons. First, to encourage non violent protest, and it can lead the way of reduction of armed struggles because they can get diverted when they will find that non violent protests are better way to spread the message of demand, second, it can give ample benefit to affected people , third, it is moral responsibility of government to give recognition to values of truth, humanity and non violence and last it can bring a fruitful result, mutually acceptable to all stakeholders, for a common benefit of public . We all hope that we will very soon be able to see the initiative of government and thus will witness a full story of truth once again, we read somewhere.


From:
Ravi Nitesh
New Delhi
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Army 10 plus2 Technical Entry for PSC Officers

28th 10+2 Technical Entry Scheme (TES) Course Commencing from January 2013 Applications are invited from… more »



28th 10+2 Technical Entry Scheme (TES) Course Commencing from January 2013

Applications are invited from unmarried male who have passed 10+2 examination with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics subjects and fulfill the eligibility conditions for the grant of Permanent Commission (PSC) in the Indian Army.

  • Posts : 85 posts
  • Qualification : 10+2 (PCM) with 70% marks.
  • Age : 16 and half to 19 and half years i.e. born between 01 July 1993 and and 01 July 1996 (both days inclusive)
  • Physical Standard: min. height 152 cm and weight 42 kg., better eye 6/6 and worst eye 6/18
  • Type of Commission : On successful completion of 4 years of the course cadets will be granted Permanent Commission in the Army in the rank of Lt. in Arms/Services as per discretion of Army Hq.
  • Pay Scale : Candidates will be entitled to pay sclae of Rs.15600-39100 plus Grade Pay Rs.5400 plus MSP Rs.6000 and other allowances.
Method of Selection: Only selected (shortlisted) candidates will be called for Service Selection Board (SSB) interview at Allahabad, Bhopal and Bangalore for fives selection process in Aug/Sep. In which candidates will be put through Psychological test, Group Test and Interview.
How to Apply: Apply Online at Indian Army website http://joinindianarmy.nic.in (Officer’s->How to Apply–>ONLINE APPLICATION) from 22/05/2012 to 02/02/2012. Take a print out of the system generated to “Additional Directorate General of Recruiting (Rtg-6), TES Section, West Block-III, R.K.Puram, New Delhi-110066″ to reach by 10/07/2012.
Further detail regarding this entry scheme can be seen at http://www.joinindianarmy.nic.in (in Permanent Commission and the look of this advt. and online submission is available in What’s New section).
Details are also available at http://indianarmy.nic.in/.
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International Campaign to stop rape and gender violence in conflict

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THE INTERNATIONAL CAMPAIGN TO STOP RAPE & GENDER VIOLENCE IN CONFLICT

14 May 2012: We, the Control Arms Foundation of India and Manipur Women Gun Survivors Network   joined The International Campaign to Stop Rape & Gender Violence in Conflict that is the first ever global collaboration between Nobel Peace Laureates, international advocacy organizations, and groups working at the regional and community levels in conflict areas to stop rape and gender violence in conflict on 11 May 2012, 3-5 pm at India Gate.The Campaign was led by the women Peace Laureates of the Nobel Women’s Initiative and an Advisory Committee comprised of 25 organizations.

The International Campaign to Stop Rape & Gender Violence : CAFI

Stop Rape in Conflict

Rape in conflict is not a new phenomenon. But with increased data, research, and media visibility, we are able to demonstrate the widespread nature of gender violence around the world. Rape is no longer considered an inevitable part of armed conflict—evidence shows that it is employed as a strategic weapon to destroy people, communities, and entire nations.

Gender violence is a tactical weapon used by state security forces and armed groups alike. It includes rape, sexual slavery, forced pregnancy, sterilization, mutilation, and insertion of objects into cavities. In international law, rape and gender violence are considered a crime against humanity, war crime and rape can be a crime of genocide. The motives for conflict-related rape and gender violence are varied—ranging from tactical to personal. Rape is often used to destroy the social and cultural bonds of communities, gang rape can be used to create cohesion within army units, it can be used to ensure terror among the enemy or during looting. Rape continues to often be used as a weapon after peace has been negotiated, as various sides in conflicts struggle to demobilize and resume their lives alongside each other—often still fearing renewed clashes. Gender violence tears the social fabric of society apart, continuing to leave a deep impact on survivors and communities in the years after the attack and conflict. Medical problems such as sexually transmitted diseases or gynecological fistula, only compound the psychological trauma. Our collective efforts have brought gender violence to the forefront of policy and public discussions. Now, our united actions will stop rape in conflict.

On 11 May 2012, we the members of Control Arms Foundation of India successfully organized an awareness programme at India Gate, where more than 150 fliers were distributed to the public. Later we submitted memorandums to: President of India, Prime Minister of India, Women and Child Department of Govt of India

For more information, please contact:

Control Arms Foundation of India & Manipur Women Gun Survivors Network

Email: Binalakshmi{at}gmail{dot}com Mobile: +91-9891210264
Address for correspondence: B 5/146, Safdarjung Enclave, New Delhi-110029, India.
Phone: +9-11-46018541 Fax: +91-11-26166234.

Press release is sent to KanglaOnline by A. Majaiibungo,Meetei  Team Leader Research and Advocacy, Control Arms Foundation of India ,B 5 / 146, First Floor, Safdarjung Enclave, New Delhi – 110 029, India

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