North East India – Manipur News

The ‘Post-Truth’ Of Globalisation: Finance Capitalism And The Naga Question

Published in Amelioration., the souvenir published on the occasion of the 27th General Conference of the Naga Students’ Federation, held from 30th May to 2nd June, 2017. Kohima. pp 26-27 Dr. Malem Ningthouja The Nagas, whose ‘aboriginal homeland’ is traced in the currently established administrative segments in North-East India and North-West Myanmar, are involved in […]

BJP has no issues with beef eating in NE : Biren

NEW DELHI, Jun 5 :Beef is an integral part of people’s diet in North East India and the BJP, which leads the ruling coalition in Manipur, does not intend to dictate food choices to people, Chief Minister Biren Singh told ET on Sunday. Cow vigilantism or violence in the name of checking beef consumption should […]

Read more / Original news source: http://kanglaonline.com/2017/06/bjp-has-no-issues-with-beef-eating-in-ne-biren/

North East’s first small finance bank to start operations from June

GUWAHATI: The North East Small Finance Bank (NESFB), which is the first small bank of North East India, is ready to start operations from the first week of June 2017. The Rashtriya Gramin Vikas Nidhi Microfinance Limited-North East (RGVNMFL-NE), the promoter of North East Small Finance Bank, received the Small Finance Bank License from the […]

LookActEast Hospitality Services

– Customised, Fully Furnished Premium Rooms / Apartments At Budget Price (10 mins from Airport Express Metro Line) – Personalised Transport With Well-Trained Chauffeur For Receiving/Sending Off From The Airport/Railway Station/Bus Stations Etc And Conveyance To/From Place Of Work/Leisure Etc. – Ethnic Cuisine At Place Of Stay* ( Download the Menu by clicking here. ) […]

Read more / Original news source: http://kanglaonline.com/2017/03/lookacteast-hospitality-services/

Condemns

The Komrem Union, North East India has condemned the abduction and killing of labourers by hill based militants who are under Suspension of Operation pact with the Government.

Read more / Original news source: http://www.thesangaiexpress.com/condemns-3/

Aryan Group announces North East scholarships

The Aryans Group of Colleges, Chandigarh has extended its scholarship scheme for the session 2017-2018 for the students of North East India. Addressing a press conference today at Manipur Press Club, Imphal, Aryans Group of Colleges’ mechanical department Prof Amanpreet Singh said that 50 percent scholarship will be given to 100 boys and 100 girls […]

Read more / Original news source: http://kanglaonline.com/2017/01/aryan-group-announces-north-east-scholarships/

North East goalkeepers are genetically not strong: Veteran Indian football coach

Football in North East India has grown manifold over the years with young talents becoming stars on the long run. The North East part of India may be the new Mecca of Indian football and a hotbed of young talents, but goalkeeping remains one aspect of play where these youngsters don’t excel much. Blame it […]

My maiden sojourn of enchanting North-east – Part 2

By Kajal Chatterjee Contd from previous issue The speciality of Kohima was perhaps the supreme dominance of the youth brigade. In my 45 years of existence till date and travel across almost all corners of India and few neighbouring nations as well, I am yet to experience any city which is as youthful as Kohima. […]

My maiden sojourn of enchanting North-east – Part 1

By Kajal Chatterjee It was the year 1989. One fine morning, my father announced that we are going to visit the North-East during Durga Puja holidays! Oh my joy knew no bounds! As my father was attached to Central Government, he used to avail Leave Travel Concession to tour various parts of India. We had […]

My sister is dead: A heartbreaking tale of migration from North-East India

Stories of the first generation of migrants from North-East India to different Indian cities. October 24, 2009. That is one date Atim will never forget all her life. She had returned to work at Q’BA after her Goa trip. On that afternoon, the staff had had their tea and she had gone back to the […]

From A Man Who Touched The Phanek to A Proud Indigenous Meitei Girl

[This article is a response to “A Proud Indigenous NorthEastern (Meitei) Girl to ‘Always A Chinky Girl” which appeared at KanglaOnline on 26th March 2016] Dear “Proud Indigenous Meitei Girl” There is no denying that it is a biological world, but one cannot deny that the world is also economic and political. Let’s not confuse

17 soldiers killed, 16 others injured in ambush claimed by NSCN, KYKL and KCP

IMPHAL, June 4: Heavily armed militants ambushed an army convoy in Chandel district this morning, killing atleast 17 personnel including an officer and injuring 16 others in one of

manipur ambush claimed by NSCN, KYKL and KCP

IMPHAL, June 4: Heavily armed militants ambushed an army convoy in Chandel district this morning, killing atleast 17 personnel including an officer and injuring 16 others in one of the deadliest ambush since the attack on the Sikh Regiment by a hill-based militant outfit some years ago along the Imphal-Ukhrul road which killed 21 personnel.

Meanwhile, the NSCN/GPRN, KYKL and the KCP have claimed responsibility for the attack.

The convoy of the 6 Dogra Regiment was ambushed in between Charlong Village and Paraolon Village, 35 kms from the Tengnoupal Police Station along the New Somtal Road in Chandel district.

An unsigned joint statement of the three outfits said `A combined team of the Elite Strike Unit of Naga Army, KYKL and KCP assaulted five vehicle convoy of the 6thDogra regiment on June 4 at Tengnoupal `“New Somtal Road under Chandel district of Manipur and slain 20 personnel including one JCO and critically injured more than a dozen soldiers.`

`The assault started around 6 am and lasted till 9 to 10 AM.`

`The joint offensive has been launched in sync with each corresponding assertion for self determination and sovereignty.` the statement said.

According to the police, the 6 Dogra Regiment of the Moltuk post was being replaced by the 4 Assam Regiment and they were moving towards their Imphal divisional headquarter when the attack happened.

The personnel were in four vehicles and came under the sudden powerful ambush from the militants just 5 km far from their Moltuk post, police said.

The militants first triggered a powerful Improvised Explosive Device to damage the first vehicle of the convoy and block the way of the other vehicles and then fired RPG shells damaging two other vehicles, according to the police.

The attackers also used sophisticated weapons killing 17 army personnel including a Junior Commission Officer on the spot. Another 16 personnel were injured during the ambush.

Police also said some of the 6 Dogra Regiment personnel retaliated for sometime killing a suspected militant.

The bodies of the killed and the injured personnel were shifted to the Leimakhong Military Hospital in three helicopters.

It is also said that the militants took away weapons from the army, although the exact number of weapons and ammunitions is yet to be officially confirmed.

Soon after recieving information of the ambush, a Chandel district Police team rushed to the spot. Assam Rifles personnel from the nearby post also arrived at the scene.

E-Naga summit held in Kohima

Kohima, May 28, 2015: With a vision to embark on a process to instill the spirit of innovation and use of technology for impacting positive change in the society with target audience comprising of

Kohima, May 28, 2015: With a vision to embark on a process to instill the spirit of innovation and use of technology for impacting positive change in the society with target audience comprising of students, entrepreneurs, NGOs, government departments and industry professionals, E-Naga Summit was held in Kohima.

The summit is an initiative of the Nagaland department of Information Technology and Communication, in collaboration with the Confederation of Indian Industries (CII) and it is being held under the theme ‘Ideas and Solutions to transform North East India through Information Communication Technology’.

Nagaland Chief Minister T. R. Zeliang said information technology and electronic media is playing a major role in building a knowledge led economy and India is looking at North Eastern State to boost economic growth.

“We have hardly experienced the local industrial revolution and it is now time for us to use IT for delivering government services and promote e-governance to balance the peculiar situation in which we are place,”

the CM conveyed through his inaugural address which was read out by the State Chief Secretary Pankaj Kumar in his absent.

The CM expressed happiness that the department of IT&C is making all out effort to the extent of organising the e-Naga summit which will surely help the state to adapt to the changing situation.

He expressed hope that someday, Nagaland which is known as the land of festival will also be known as the land of e-Governance.

According to PTI, state Minister for Information Technology and Communication, Paiwang Konyak said that summit will showcase the importance of e-Governance and information communication technology in bringing about a visible socio-economic change in the society.

He also asserted that his department would work for the youth and disadvantaged people while also creating employment and business opportunities for the educated youths and entrepreneurs.

The summit was also marked with the signing of Memorandum of Understanding between the State Government and the Software Technology Parks of India to establish a software park in Kohima and Dimapur.

Image Credit : Shutterstock

Read more / Original news source: http://kanglaonline.com/2015/05/e-naga-summit-held-in-kohima/

Vistara forays into the North Eastern region with 7 flights a week from New Delhi

Guwahati, April 2, 2015: At 12:25 pm today, Vistara took its inaugural flight from New Delhi to Guwahati. This new route marks Vistara’s foray in to the Eastern and North

Guwahati, April 2, 2015: At 12:25 pm today, Vistara took its inaugural flight from New Delhi to Guwahati. This new route marks Vistara’s foray in to the Eastern and North Eastern sectors and starting today, Vistara will operate daily flights on the Delhi-Guwahati-Bagdogra-Delhi route. In a span of three months Vistara has already expanded its operations with the addition of Goa, Hyderabad and Pune to it route network. Guwahati, the gateway to the northeast, is the largest and most cosmopolitan city in Assam and serves as the starting point for most northeastern itineraries. After a brief stop-over at Guwahati, the flight will proceed to Bagdogra at 3.20 pm, the quaint town in Darjeeling which is a popular tourist destination in India. The return flight to Delhi will be directed from Bagdogra on the same day.

Mr. Phee Teik Yeoh CEO and Mr. Giam Ming Toh, CCO of Vistara while addressing the media at Hotel Radisson Blu in Guiwahati on Thursday

Speaking on this occasion, Mr PheeTeik Yeoh, CEO, Vistara said “We’ve had lots of customers asking us to fly to the Eastern India over the past month, so we’re delighted to launch this new route in response to the customer demand. The addition of this route reaffirms our commitment to promote regional connectivity in India,and contribute to the Government’s effortstoboost trade and opening up development avenues for people in these regions. We are very happy to expand our operations to both Guhawati and Bagdogra and we feel that improved travel prospects will provide these cities with the rightful visibility they deserve.”

Vistara now flies from Delhi to sevendestinations- Mumbai, Ahmedabad, Goa, Hyderabad, Guwahati and Bagdogra, between Mumbai and Ahmedabadand will soon commence flights to Pune from April 9, 2015. With five aircraft already in operations, Vistara’s fleet will grow to six aircraft this month and nine aircrafts by the end of this year. As part of its focused expansion plan, Vistara will soon add more destinations and exciting enhancements to itsproduct and services offerings.

Vistara has introduced many unique product and service offerings which include-

First airline to introduce Premium Economy in India’s domestic skies at a competitive price
First to offer a seamless boarding experience through designated queues and various check in options including auto check-in
First to introduce a value based points accrual in Frequent Flyer Program, Club Vistara
Provides an interesting and healthy culinary experience that offers a wide range of cuisines, which not only showcase the diversity of regional dishes, but also incorporates global culinary trends

The hassle-free check-in and boarding process with intuitively thoughtful on-board service, comfortable and spacious seating coupled with carefully selected meals ensure to deliver a seamless travel experience to Vistara customers.

Flight schedule as on 2^nd April, 2015

Route	Weekly Frequency	Flight No.	Departure	Arrival	Days of Ops
Delhi to Guwahati	7	UK717²	1225	1440	Daily
Guwahati to Bagdogra	7	UK717²	1520	1620	Daily
Bagdogra to Delhi	7	UK717²	1655	1910	Daily
Delhi to Pune	7	UK919¹	1845	2100	Daily
Pune to Delhi	7	UK929¹	2140	2350	Daily
Delhi to Hyderabad	14	UK829	0640	0850	Daily x67
		UK819	0845	1055	67
		UK879	1715	1920	Daily
Hyderabad to Delhi	14	UK830	0930	1140	Daily x67
		UK824	1135	1345	67
		UK870	2000	2215	Daily
Delhi to Goa	7	UK847	1120	1350	Daily
Goa to Delhi	7	UK862	1430	1710	Daily
Delhi to Mumbai	34	UK929	0610	0820	Daily x7
		UK943	0725	0940	Daily
		UK959	1230	1445	Daily
		UK979	1815	2025	Daily
		UK981	2010	2215	Daily
Mumbai to Delhi	34	UK930	0720	0940	Daily x7
		UK954	0920	1130	Daily
		UK944	1420	1630	Daily
		UK980	1930	2140	Daily
		UK988	2110	2325	Daily
Delhi to Ahmedabad	13	UK970	1025	1155	Daily x7
Delhi to Ahmedabad	13	UK953	1520	1645	Daily
Ahmedabad to Delhi	13	UK956	1235	1405	Daily x7
Ahmedabad to Delhi	13	UK968	1710	1840	Daily
Mumbai to Ahmedabad	13	UK939	1020	1130	Daily x7
Mumbai to Ahmedabad	13	UK968	1525	1630	Daily
Ahmedabad to Mumbai	13	UK940	1210	1325	Daily x7
Ahmedabad to Mumbai	13	UK953	1725	1830	Daily

¹With effect from April 9, 2015

²With effect from April 2, 2015

About Vistara (TATA SIA Airlines Limited)

TATA SIA Airlines Limited, known by the brand name Vistara, is a joint venture between Tata Sons Limited and Singapore Airlines Limited (SIA) with Tata Sons holding the majority stake of 51% in the company and SIA holding the remaining 49%. Vistara brings together Tata’s and SIA’s legendary hospitality and renowned service excellence to launch the finest full service carrier in India aimed at creating memorable and personalised flying experiences for its customers. Vistara commenced its commercial operations on January 9, 2015 with an aim to set new standards in the aviation industry in India.

Exclusive Photos of Manipuri Actress Tonthoi Leishangthem at “Fragrance from the North-East”

New Delhi 27th-Aug, 2014: “Fragrance from the North-East” which showcased films from the region was successfully held from 22nd August to 24th August 2014 at Siri Fort Complex, New Delhi.

New Delhi 27th-Aug, 2014: “Fragrance from the North-East” which showcased films from the region was successfully held from 22nd August to 24th August 2014 at Siri Fort Complex, New Delhi. The Festival was organized by Directorate of Film Festivals, Govt. of India. Other highlights of the Festival were, exhibition of hand-loom & handicraft products of the region, indigenous delicacies, cultural programme etc.

Award winning Manipuri feature film “Phijigee Mani” (The Only Jewel) was screened in the Festival. Manipur was represented by director O. Gautam Singh and actress Tonthoi Leisangthem. Kanglaonline brings you some exclusive photographs of the Festival from actress Tonthoi’s camera.

(Click on the photo to view at its maximum resolution)

The press release of the event was earlier covered on KanglaOnline, details can be found here.

Or click on the link: http://kanglaonline.com/2014/08/fragrances-from-the-north-east-to-enthrall-the-national-capital-from-22nd-24th-august/

Students camp at Rangapara on December 28-29

Guwahati: The north east is power hub of young talents. But these are lying unexplored. Over the years, these talents have not got a proper space to properly show their talent. Need of the hour is a mechanism to help them … Continue reading →

The initiative to bridge the gap is on the threshold. Courtesy Advancement of Peoples Group (APG). The organization is on a venture to provide the school and college students (HS 1^st year to TDC final year) goers with a space to show the way.

A two days residential camp ”NE Youth Euphoria 2013″ is on the cards in Rongapara area in Sonitpur district of Assam. Being organized on December 28-29, 2013, the event will facilitate the to candidly rub their shoulders to share their experiences. The organizers believe it to be the best way to help them exclusively ventilate their feelings and experiences. If properly dealt with, these would go a long way to utlise the youth power in nation building task.

Apart from this rendezvous, the participators would have scope aplenty to attend a series of workshops and competitions. This will be followed by cultural show in both the evenings.

Interested students, teachers and guardians are urged to contact APG at 09717309865, 09401732209 or email:apgrpa@gmail.com. Or log on to www.assamtimes.org to download application form.

Gaan Ngai

The post Gaan Ngai appeared first on KanglaOnline.com.Searching a Cultural Thread of Zeliangrong By M C Arun Zeliangrong is a tribe or a union tribe or a dream of a unified tribe. A resolution of a political conference held in 1947 changed the course…

The post Gaan Ngai appeared first on KanglaOnline.com.

Searching a Cultural Thread of Zeliangrong By M C Arun Zeliangrong is a tribe or a union tribe or a dream of a unified tribe. A resolution of a political conference held in 1947 changed the course of history of … Continue reading →

The post Gaan Ngai appeared first on KanglaOnline.com.