Would Manipur be crying, if politicians have ears to listen? – E-Pao.net

Would Manipur be crying, if politicians have ears to listen?E-Pao.netAs the state goes to polls tomorrow, people in Manipur should reflect upon this simple fact and keep in mind that election to the 10th Manipur Legislative Assembly, which has been thr…

Would Manipur be crying, if politicians have ears to listen?
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As the state goes to polls tomorrow, people in Manipur should reflect upon this simple fact and keep in mind that election to the 10th Manipur Legislative Assembly, which has been thrust upon them once again is not just a 'democratic ritual' happening

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Manipur Election 2012: Domination by Political Issues and Threats – E-Pao.net

The HinduManipur Election 2012: Domination by Political Issues and ThreatsE-Pao.netElection 2012 for the l0th Manipur Legislative Assembly will be historic for many reasons. The ruling Congress party will be seeking power for the record of third consec…


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Manipur Election 2012: Domination by Political Issues and Threats
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Election 2012 for the l0th Manipur Legislative Assembly will be historic for many reasons. The ruling Congress party will be seeking power for the record of third consecutive term. The Congress led government has already created history by completing
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Poll eve Bomb attacks

An old woman was killed and a 13 year old girl received injuries when some persons fired about 30 rounds at Congress Office at Namthanglong Part one under Nungba A/C last night around 7.30 p.m. The deceased was identified as Makuchwaliu Pamei (80) and the injured was identified as Gaipurei Dangmei of Khoupum Village Khunou. […]

An old woman was killed and a 13 year old girl received injuries when some persons fired about 30 rounds at Congress Office at Namthanglong Part one under Nungba A/C last night around 7.30 p.m.
The deceased was identified as Makuchwaliu Pamei (80) and the injured was identified as Gaipurei Dangmei of Khoupum Village Khunou.
In an ambush by unknown armed persons one havildar and one rifleman of 175th battalion, CRPF were killed at Kamjong Kongkang, Phungyar A/C yesterday.
A youth was killed by a team of commando near Mega School, Yaralpat this morning around 7.55 a.m. One bomb, one nine mm Pistol were seized from the possession of the victim.
A youth received injuries in a powerful bomb blast at the toilet of Dr. Y. Bilasini of Thangmeiband Hijam Leikai this morning around 11 a.m. The injured was identified as Shijagurumayum Momocha (32) Bamon Leikai Aribam Leirak.
He was fitting the bomb when the blast took place. The injured was rushed to RIMS Hospital in a critical situation.
In another incident, six women received injuries when some persons blasted a bomb at the office of Meira Paibi of Waheng Khuman
Mayai Leikai under Nambol PS last night around 10 p.m. Theses injured were identified as Ngangom Leirikmacha (50), Ngangom Ibecha (38), Yanglem Tharongoubi (60), Kshetrimayum Tababi (40), her daughter Priyalakshmi, Ngangom Gomti (30). They were rushed to RIMS Hospital.
Meanwhile some unknown persons hurled two bomb at the house of one Khuraijam Ibobi (65) Tera Sapam Leirak this morning around 4.30 a.m. one bomb was exploded in the attack.

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Eight died in poll related violence

Imphal, Jan 27: On the eve of polls to the 10th Manipur Assembly, Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) PC Lawmkunga said today that at least eight people had died in poll related violence in Manipur and 121 violent incidents took place since election notification was issued. The administration seized over Rs 1 crore of unaccounted cash, […]

Imphal, Jan 27: On the eve of polls to the 10th Manipur Assembly, Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) PC Lawmkunga said today that at least eight people had died in poll related violence in Manipur and 121 violent incidents took place since election notification was issued.
The administration seized over Rs 1 crore of unaccounted cash, which was reportedly meant for bribing voters, from different places of the State, the CEO told the media at a press conference here, adding that about 30 weapons, including country-made small arms and 770 ammunition were also seized across the State.
The Excise Department also seized 43,890 litres of both local and Indian made foreign liquors, 3,800 mg of heroin and 360 spasmo proximo capsules during the pre-poll period, Lawmkunga said.
The CEO then said two choppers—one MI-17 and another Chetak-4—are being arranged for emergency use and one station each at Imphal and Leimakhong will also be provided to the two choppers. The choppers will be used in transportation of casualties in poll related violence and EVMs, and polling personnel in and from hill districts.In tomorrow’s elections, a total of 17, 41,581 electors will decide the fate of 281 candidates, including 15 women, the CEO said.
He also said 41-Chandel Constituency has the largest number of polling stations with 49 in total and the 13-Singjamei Constituency has the least number of polling stations with only 13. Vagai Range in Churachandpur having 18 polling stations is the remotest area and that polling officers have to cross a river by boat to reach their destination, Lawmkunga added.Web-casting will be done in respect of 60 polling stations, mostly in valley district due to electricity problem, but 2357 camera has also been issued for taking photograph of voters during voting process.
Informing that according to the instruction given by Election Commission of India (ECI), all the militant cadres under Suspension of Operations (SoO) should remain confined in their respective designated camps, the CEO said 167 militants who are considered genuine voters will be exercising their votes in the general elections.
Responding to a query from reporters about Naga People’s Front (NPF) candidates being supported by NSCN-IM in the hill districts, he said he cannot officially confirm the report as yet.

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ec directs authorities to maintain alertness Election to be held today

Mail News Service Imphal, Jan 27: The Election Commission has noticed some violent and extremist activities taking place in certain areas of the state of Manipur in the run up to the polling in that State. This has included attacks on personnel on polling duty. While the Election Commission of India has taken all measures […]

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Imphal, Jan 27: The Election Commission has noticed some violent and extremist activities taking place in certain areas of the state of Manipur in the run up to the polling in that State. This has included attacks on personnel on polling duty.
While the Election Commission of India has taken all measures for free, fair and peaceful election in Manipur with full and fearless participation of voters, it is keeping track of the developing situation in the State, especially in some of the districts and constituencies.
The Commission has today once again directed the Election machinery in the State and the law and order authorities there to maintain maximum alertness and take the most stringent measures in order to ensure that peace during the polling is not affected and the election process is not vitiated.
However, the Commission has received certain concerns over the developing situation and as such, is keeping a direct watch over the situation in the State all the time and would take all measures that might become necessary to ensure free and fair polls.
Manipur will go to poll on Saturday to decide the fate of 281 candidates, including 15 women for 60 seats —general 40, scheduled cast one and scheduled tribe 19— spread over nine districts.
The Indian National Congress (INC) has fielded its candidates in all the 60 Assembly Constituencies and the PDF (People’s Democratic Front), an alliance of Manipur People’s Party (MPP), NCP and JD (U) has also put up 45 candidates, the second largest number of candidates next to INC to be fought in the 10th Manipur Assembly polls slated for January 28.
A total of 17, 41,540 electors—male 8, 51,540 and female 8, 90,041—will cast their votes in the single-phased general election 2012. Hours for voting will be from 7 am to 3 pm. The total number of polling stations in the nine districts is 2357. Polling stations are classified as normal, sensitive and hyper-sensitive. A total of 779 polling stations in both hill and valley districts have been declared hyper-sensitive.
As many as 350 companies ( 42, 000 jawans) of Central paramilitary force, including police personnel from other States are being deployed for the Manipur polls.
The Election Commission of India (ECI) has also taken up for the first time to photograph every single voter in every polling booth to prevent impersonation of voters. However, every elector can cast his or her vote by producing either EPIC or other personal identification documents like Driving License, Income Tax Identity (PAN) card, Service Identity Cards, according to ECI.
Heavyweights like the present Chief Minister, Okram Ibobi of INC (Thoubal Constituency), O. Joy of MPP (Langthabal Constituency), former chief minister Radhabinod Koijam of NCP (Thangmeiband Constituency), Manipur Pradesh Congress Committee (MPCC) president Gaikhangam ( Nungba Constituency), DD Thaisii of INC (Karong Constituency) and Y. Irabot of INC (Wangkhei Constituency) are also in the fray.
Counting of votes will begin from March 6 and the electioneering process will be completed on March 9.

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5 yrs, 563% rise —Manipur rate of assets growth – Indian Express

5 yrs, 563% rise —Manipur rate of assets growthIndian ExpressSince the last Assembly elections, the Manipuri politician has only gotten richer, with those showing some of the highest growth in assets part of Chief Minister Ibobi Singh's cabinet. …

5 yrs, 563% rise —Manipur rate of assets growth
Indian Express
Since the last Assembly elections, the Manipuri politician has only gotten richer, with those showing some of the highest growth in assets part of Chief Minister Ibobi Singh's cabinet. In a study conducted jointly by the Association of Democratic
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Republic day observed

Mail News Service Imphal, Jan 27: The 63rd republic day celebration was observed at Kangla yesterday. The governor of Manipur Shri Gurbachan Singh handed over correction service medals to A. Ibotombi, Chief head warden central jail Sajiwa, N. Hemanta, asst. jailor, central jail Sajiwa and Th. Nabakumar, warden Central jail. The gallantary award meritorious service […]

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Imphal, Jan 27: The 63rd republic day celebration was observed at Kangla yesterday.
The governor of Manipur Shri Gurbachan Singh handed over correction service medals to A. Ibotombi, Chief head warden central jail Sajiwa, N. Hemanta, asst. jailor, central jail Sajiwa and Th. Nabakumar, warden Central jail. The gallantary award meritorious service was gifted to Khaidem, fireman, fire service. A. Joy Prakash Rifleman, S. Ibotombi, SI were the receipient of police medal for gallantary while K. Radheshyam IPS, SP, Churachandpur got the presidents police medal for distinguished service.
The governor also handed over police medal for meritorious service to Mamta Wahengbam MPS, Com. 2nd IRB Achin Haokip MPS, SP CID (SB), Chaoba, MPS, addl. SP, Imphal west, Ch. Bimol, MPS asstt. Comd. 1st M.R Piangkhan Muan Vaiphei, Subedar, MPTC, Kh. Ganasyam of 1st MR, Kizhuvalath Venu Gopal, Havildar, MPTC. These deptt which presented tableaux included Manireda, IFCD, NRHM, Power, MAHUD & Tawn Planning, RD, edn.(S), SSA, horticulture, IT, ECL, MSRRDA etc.
In connection with the 63rd republic day celebration, the folk dance festival and beating the retreat was held at Parade Ground of First M.R today.
The governor of Manipur Shri Gurbachan Jagat graced the occasion as chief guest Performanes were staged by cultural trups which included Makui cultural dance group, art and culture dramatic assn, Moirang. Amuyaima Nat Sangkritan Akademy, Harmontlang youth club cum cultural troops Churachandpur, Sanchali, Haobam Marak, Kuki dance group, Chandel and Lalit Sangeet Natya Mandir, Nongpok Takhel.
A band show jointly participated by 165th TA, AR, MR, IRB and home guard was also displayed. The 63rd Republic Day was celebrated with patriotic fervor and gusto in a number of events organised by 6/8 Gorkha Rifles of Loktak Brigade as part of Red Shield Division. Students, Teachers, Youth and Locals, all attended in large numbers.
The Republic Day hoisting of the ‘Tricolour’ was done at ITI Complex Ningthoukhong by Col Kaushik Mukherjee, Commanding Officer 6/8 Gorkha Rifles. Various Cultural programmes were performed highlighting the richness of culture of various ethnicities of Manipur.
The Battalion also presented a Fusion Music Concert on the occasion in which children of Kendriya Vidyalaya, Loktak Project, sang patriotic songs.
The 63rd Republic Day Celebrations were a resounding success, amply evident by the enthusiastic and willing participation of a large number of local people. This open defiance by the locals of the bandh call given by the UG groups shows the disillusionment of the public with violence and their yearning for peace.
5/9 Gorkha Rifles (PHILLORA) under Loktak Brigade under Red Shield Division celebrated 63rd Republic day today at INA Memorial High School at Kwakta. The National flag was hoisted by Brigadier Laove Verma, SM, Commander, Loktak Brigade and a ceremonial salute was given to the Indian Tricolors. Sweets were distributed to all the students and local populace. 11 computers were also distributed to INA Memorial School and St John’s School, Gothal, under the Military Civic Action Programme. The event was graced by melodious patriotic songs sung by PHILLORA Jazz Band.
33 Assam Rifles under the aegis of Loktak Brigade of Red Shield Division celebrated the 63rd Republic day by unfurling the National Flag at the Tac HQ in Sendra. Colonel Naresh Bhardwaj, Commandant exhorted the troops to rededicate themselves to the country. Various events were organized for the civilian populace by the companies in the schools of the areas of Kumbi, Thanga and Moirang Khunou where flag hoisting ceremony was held and sweets distributed.

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CorCom claims

The Coordination Committee CorCom of seven UG groups has claimed responsibility for the bomb left at the residence of former Chairman of ICM Phurailatpam Guneshwore at Brahmapur Laishram Leirak in the intervening night of January 25 and 26 as well as…

The Coordination Committee CorCom of seven UG groups has claimed responsibility for the bomb left at the residence of former Chairman of ICM Phurailatpam Guneshwore at Brahmapur Laishram Leirak in the intervening night of January 25 and 26 as well as for the firing attack at the Yairipok Kekru residence of Moulvi Mubarak, who is a BCC President, in the wee hours yesterday Source Hueiyen News Service

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Rally held against arrest

In connection with the arrest of one Hijam Solendro 32 son of Hijam Iboton Singh of Yairipok Yambem Mayai Leikai by 15 Assam Rifles, Yambem Apunba Meira Paibi organised a protest rally at Yairipok yesterday Source The Sangai Express

In connection with the arrest of one Hijam Solendro 32 son of Hijam Iboton Singh of Yairipok Yambem Mayai Leikai by 15 Assam Rifles, Yambem Apunba Meira Paibi organised a protest rally at Yairipok yesterday Source The Sangai Express

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Security forces nab 12 UGs in State

Continuing with the drive to create a conducive environment for the upcoming elections in the State, 27 Sector Assam Rifles under the aegis of the Red Shield Division apprehended 11 UG cadres and their sympathizers from Churachandpur district area, sai…

Continuing with the drive to create a conducive environment for the upcoming elections in the State, 27 Sector Assam Rifles under the aegis of the Red Shield Division apprehended 11 UG cadres and their sympathizers from Churachandpur district area, said a PIB DW release Source The Sangai Express

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2 CRPF men killed, 1 injured in UNLF ambush

At least 2 CRPF jawans were killed while another sustained injuries in an ambush laid by suspected UNLF militants near Kongkan village Ukhrul District at around 12 30pm Thursday Source Hueiyen News Service

At least 2 CRPF jawans were killed while another sustained injuries in an ambush laid by suspected UNLF militants near Kongkan village Ukhrul District at around 12 30pm Thursday Source Hueiyen News Service

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P Nilakanta has rebuffed allegations levelled against him by L Ibomcha

Reacting to a news report published in this daily on January 25, Potshangbam Nilakanta has rebuffed the allegations levelled against him by L Ibomcha, NCP candidate in Keishamthong A C Source The Sangai Express

Reacting to a news report published in this daily on January 25, Potshangbam Nilakanta has rebuffed the allegations levelled against him by L Ibomcha, NCP candidate in Keishamthong A C Source The Sangai Express

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State observes 63rd Republic Day amidst boycott by UGs

As observed in the whole country, the Manipur government also observed the 63rd Republic Day of India commemorating transformation of India into a Soveriegn Democratic Republic country in 1950 Source Hueiyen News Service

As observed in the whole country, the Manipur government also observed the 63rd Republic Day of India commemorating transformation of India into a Soveriegn Democratic Republic country in 1950 Source Hueiyen News Service

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Singngat releases Vision 2020

Singngat, a once vibrant sub divisional headquarters in this southern district with its mosaic set up has embarked on a historic mission to regain its bustling past as it diaspora and existing residents collectively drafted a vision document dubbed Vis…

Singngat, a once vibrant sub divisional headquarters in this southern district with its mosaic set up has embarked on a historic mission to regain its bustling past as it diaspora and existing residents collectively drafted a vision document dubbed Vision 2020 in a recently held Singngat Special Meet Source The Sangai Express

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one dead and another injured in gun attack at Gaikhangam’s election office

At least one woman was killed and another injured when well armed cadres of Zeliangrong Youth Front ZUF attacked an election office of INC candidate G Gaikhangam at Namkaolong Part 1 under Khoupum Police Station in Nungba Assembly Constituency at aro…

At least one woman was killed and another injured when well armed cadres of Zeliangrong Youth Front ZUF attacked an election office of INC candidate G Gaikhangam at Namkaolong Part 1 under Khoupum Police Station in Nungba Assembly Constituency at around 7 Source Hueiyen News Service

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NCP Moirang candidate levelled charges against INC Moirang Candidate

Nationalist Congress Party NCP candidate in Moirang Assembly Constituency P Sharatchandra has accused Indian National Congress nominee M Prithiviraj of misusing security escort personnel in intimidating workers of rival candidates Source The Sang…

Nationalist Congress Party NCP candidate in Moirang Assembly Constituency P Sharatchandra has accused Indian National Congress nominee M Prithiviraj of misusing security escort personnel in intimidating workers of rival candidates Source The Sangai Express

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Election Commission unable to address complaints Sharatchandra

NCP candidate of Moirang A C P Sharatchandra today alleged that the Election Commission is unable to address complaints against INC candidate M Prithiviraj who harrassed NCP workers and his alleged attempt to destroy a public meeting at Kwakta Source…

NCP candidate of Moirang A C P Sharatchandra today alleged that the Election Commission is unable to address complaints against INC candidate M Prithiviraj who harrassed NCP workers and his alleged attempt to destroy a public meeting at Kwakta Source Hueiyen News Service

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ECI watching poll scenario

The Election Commission has said it was keeping a watch on violent and extremist activities in Manipur, where militants triggered another bomb blast Friday, and asked the authorities to take stringent measure to ensure a peaceful assembly poll Satu…

The Election Commission has said it was keeping a watch on violent and extremist activities in Manipur, where militants triggered another bomb blast Friday, and asked the authorities to take stringent measure to ensure a peaceful assembly poll Saturday Source The Sangai Express

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Republic Day held amid boycott call

Like in other parts of the country, the 63rd Republic Day of India was celebrated across the State on Thursday, January 26, amid the boycott call given by underground organisations Source The Sangai Express

Like in other parts of the country, the 63rd Republic Day of India was celebrated across the State on Thursday, January 26, amid the boycott call given by underground organisations Source The Sangai Express

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