Revisiting Phungcham Shimreishang And Maitonphi

By Tenno Pheiray

The cherry trees were in full bloom, the melodic sound of cuckoos echoed through out the green and lofty hills, it’s spring season. A time for romance for the new and old lovers.

Long time ago, in a village called Phungcham, Shi…

By Tenno Pheiray

The cherry trees were in full bloom, the melodic sound of cuckoos echoed through out the green and lofty hills, it’s spring season. A time for romance for the new and old lovers.

Long time ago, in a village called Phungcham, Shimrei……

Read more / Original news source: http://www.ifp.co.in/page/items/60958/revisiting-phungcham-shimreishang-and-maitonphi

Biswajit chairs MANITEX organising committee meeting

IMPHAL | Sept 2

Textiles, Commerce and Industries minister Thongam Biswajit Singh today chaired the first meeting of the State Level Programme Committee for Organising Manipur International Textile Expo (MANITEX) 2019 at the Conference Hall, Manipu…

IMPHAL | Sept 2

Textiles, Commerce and Industries minister Thongam Biswajit Singh today chaired the first meeting of the State Level Programme Committee for Organising Manipur International Textile Expo (MANITEX) 2019 at the Conference Hall, Manipur Se……

Read more / Original news source: http://www.ifp.co.in/page/items/60969/biswajit-chairs-manitex-organising-committee-meeting

Toilets constructed under SBM found walled by bamboo strips

JIRIBAM| Sep 2

Toilets constructed under the Swachh Bharat Mission(SBM) with a budget of Rs 12,000 for each toilet at Jakuradhor GP and Borobekra GPlocated at Barak Circle, were found to be walled by bamboo strips and tin pieces.

This was reveal…

JIRIBAM| Sep 2

Toilets constructed under the Swachh Bharat Mission(SBM) with a budget of Rs 12,000 for each toilet at Jakuradhor GP and Borobekra GPlocated at Barak Circle, were found to be walled by bamboo strips and tin pieces.

This was revealed w……

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Ayushman Bharat scheme card holder fails to receive benefits

IMPHAL | Sept 2

The Ayushman Bharat scheme has failed to deliver its benefits to card holders. The government need to monitor which sections should come under the scheme as the rich are taking advantage of various government schemes which are meant…

IMPHAL | Sept 2

The Ayushman Bharat scheme has failed to deliver its benefits to card holders. The government need to monitor which sections should come under the scheme as the rich are taking advantage of various government schemes which are meant for……

Read more / Original news source: http://www.ifp.co.in/page/items/60970/ayushman-bharat-scheme-card-holder-fails-to-receive-benefits

ADC Sadar Hills lauds achievements

KANGPOKPI| Sep 2

The recent achievements of District Hospital (CHC) Kangpokpi of being among the top 5 best performing CHCs in the State while also securing the topmost position in the hill districts along with CHC (PHC) Saikul and PHC Motbung secu…

KANGPOKPI| Sep 2

The recent achievements of District Hospital (CHC) Kangpokpi of being among the top 5 best performing CHCs in the State while also securing the topmost position in the hill districts along with CHC (PHC) Saikul and PHC Motbung securing……

Read more / Original news source: http://www.ifp.co.in/page/items/60962/adc-sadar-hills-lauds-achievements

Rhino horn seized from state cop at Mao gate

IMPHAL | Sep 2

A joint team of Senapati Police and department of forest and wildlife today seized a Rhino horn at Mao Gate this morning from a Manipur Police constable, K.S. Lyanzaw while he allegedly trying to transport the seized item from Dimapu…

IMPHAL | Sep 2

A joint team of Senapati Police and department of forest and wildlife today seized a Rhino horn at Mao Gate this morning from a Manipur Police constable, K.S. Lyanzaw while he allegedly trying to transport the seized item from Dimapur to……

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Rashtriya Poshan Maah 2019 launched

THOUBAL| Sep 2

‘Rashtriya Poshan Maah, 2019’ (National Nutrition Month ) was launched today in regard to Thoubal district by the DC of the district, Nongmaithem Bandana at a ceremony held today at conference hall of Thoubal DC complex.

Speaking …

THOUBAL| Sep 2

‘Rashtriya Poshan Maah, 2019’ (National Nutrition Month ) was launched today in regard to Thoubal district by the DC of the district, Nongmaithem Bandana at a ceremony held today at conference hall of Thoubal DC complex.

Speaking at t……

Read more / Original news source: http://www.ifp.co.in/page/items/60964/rashtriya-poshan-maah-2019-launched

Nemcha Kipgen calls on Union Minister of State

NEW DELHI | Sept 2

Social Welfare and Cooperation minister Nemcha Kipgen today called on Union Minister of State for Panchayati Raj, Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Parshottam Rupala at his office at Krishi Bhawan, New Delhi.

During the meeting…

NEW DELHI | Sept 2

Social Welfare and Cooperation minister Nemcha Kipgen today called on Union Minister of State for Panchayati Raj, Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Parshottam Rupala at his office at Krishi Bhawan, New Delhi.

During the meeting, mi……

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Cleanliness drive conducted

UKHRUL| Sep 2

A cleanliness drive was carried out today at the premise of Ukhrul District Hospital by members of ThawaijaoHungpung Young Student’s Organisation (THYSO),Dungrei Public Organisation (DPO) and DungreiShanao Long along withDungrei Youth…

UKHRUL| Sep 2

A cleanliness drive was carried out today at the premise of Ukhrul District Hospital by members of ThawaijaoHungpung Young Student’s Organisation (THYSO),Dungrei Public Organisation (DPO) and DungreiShanao Long along withDungrei Youth Org……

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Take steps to prevent entry of migrants who flunked NRC in Assam: CPI to govt

IMPHAL | Sep 2

Considering the possibility of a large number of people, recently rendered stateless with the update of final list of National Register of Citizens (NRC) in Assam, entering Manipur in search of shelter, state unit CPI has urged the g…

IMPHAL | Sep 2

Considering the possibility of a large number of people, recently rendered stateless with the update of final list of National Register of Citizens (NRC) in Assam, entering Manipur in search of shelter, state unit CPI has urged the gover……

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First day of 48 hours general strike cripples Imphal city

IMPHAL | Sep 2

Imphal city was crippled on the first day of 48 hours general strike imposed across the State by JAC formed in connection with the death of Ningthoujam Babysana though no unwanted incidents were reported.

The strike was imposed by…

IMPHAL | Sep 2

Imphal city was crippled on the first day of 48 hours general strike imposed across the State by JAC formed in connection with the death of Ningthoujam Babysana though no unwanted incidents were reported.

The strike was imposed by the……

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50-bedded District Hospital existing only in name: AJUCA

JIRIBAM| Sep 2

“The 50-bedded District Hospital located at Ningsingkhun, Jiribam; seem to be existing only for namesake as there has been no involvement or supervision from the State government and authority concerned,” said vice president of All J…

JIRIBAM| Sep 2

“The 50-bedded District Hospital located at Ningsingkhun, Jiribam; seem to be existing only for namesake as there has been no involvement or supervision from the State government and authority concerned,” said vice president of All Jirib……

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Huge cache of weapons and ammunition recovered

IMPHAL| Sep 2

A combined team of Assam Rifles (AR) and Manipur Police (MP) recovered a huge cache of arms and ammunitions on August 31 at Imphal, said a release from IGAR (South).

Based on specific inputs, a detailed search of the specified area…

IMPHAL| Sep 2

A combined team of Assam Rifles (AR) and Manipur Police (MP) recovered a huge cache of arms and ammunitions on August 31 at Imphal, said a release from IGAR (South).

Based on specific inputs, a detailed search of the specified area was……

Read more / Original news source: http://www.ifp.co.in/page/items/60974/huge-cache-of-weapons-and-ammunition-recovered

Cattle population on decline

‘No hope of organic farming without cattle’

IMPHAL | Sep 2

Though organic farming has been taken up by the State, cattle which can be termed as an essential part, is facing a decline in population. Without cattle, there is no hope of successful …

‘No hope of organic farming without cattle’

IMPHAL | Sep 2

Though organic farming has been taken up by the State, cattle which can be termed as an essential part, is facing a decline in population. Without cattle, there is no hope of successful orga……

Read more / Original news source: http://www.ifp.co.in/page/items/60975/cattle-population-on-decline

MPTC officer, personnel receive Police Training award

IMPHAL| Sep 2

Subedar JC. No. 406, Khumujam Naba Singh; havildar no. 1201655, Yumnam Guneshor Singh; havildar No. 05076597, Dangshawa Mathew Maring, and rifleman No. 1305725, Yangoijam Sundar Singh of Manipur Police Training College (MPTC), Pangei,…

IMPHAL| Sep 2

Subedar JC. No. 406, Khumujam Naba Singh; havildar no. 1201655, Yumnam Guneshor Singh; havildar No. 05076597, Dangshawa Mathew Maring, and rifleman No. 1305725, Yangoijam Sundar Singh of Manipur Police Training College (MPTC), Pangei, hav……

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Methodology criticism in backseat, number disputes centre-stage in Assam NRC discourse

By Sushanta Talukdar

(Leichin exclusive)

GUWAHATI | Sept 2

Numbers have replaced methodology in the political discourse on the Supreme Court-monitored exercise of updating National Register of Citizens (NRC) in Assam after the final list of t…

By Sushanta Talukdar

(Leichin exclusive)

GUWAHATI | Sept 2

Numbers have replaced methodology in the political discourse on the Supreme Court-monitored exercise of updating National Register of Citizens (NRC) in Assam after the final list of the c……

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MNM Foundation engages Science teacher

UKHRUL| Sep 2

Due to the acute shortage of teaching staff at Phadang Government High School, MasotmiNimmi Michael Foundation (MNM Foundation) has engaged one science teacher for the remaining academic session of the year.

The present Phadang Gov…

UKHRUL| Sep 2

Due to the acute shortage of teaching staff at Phadang Government High School, MasotmiNimmi Michael Foundation (MNM Foundation) has engaged one science teacher for the remaining academic session of the year.

The present Phadang Governm……

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IMA-MSB endorses day of solidarity and silent mourning

IMPHAL| Sep 2

Indian Medical Association-Manipur State Branch (IMA-MSB) has stated that it fully endorses the Indian Medial Association headquarters declaration of September 3 as a day of solidarity and silent mourning in regard the incident of the…

IMPHAL| Sep 2

Indian Medical Association-Manipur State Branch (IMA-MSB) has stated that it fully endorses the Indian Medial Association headquarters declaration of September 3 as a day of solidarity and silent mourning in regard the incident of the lyn……

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‘Police trying to label Babysana’s father as accused’

IMPHAL | Sep 2

“In their attempt to label Babysana’s father as an accused in her death, the police are now using repressive measures and chasing him down,” charged general secretary, Indian Association of Lawyers, Manipur Chapter, Khangembam Shamun…

IMPHAL | Sep 2

“In their attempt to label Babysana’s father as an accused in her death, the police are now using repressive measures and chasing him down,” charged general secretary, Indian Association of Lawyers, Manipur Chapter, Khangembam Shamungou…….

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In sync with the law must come as matter of habit

By John S. Shilshi

Seeing me getting a bit restless and calling up my insurance company as my Car insurance was due to expire in seven days, a friend of mine remarked, “Why are you so hassled? I have been driving around my car without valid insuran…

By John S. Shilshi

Seeing me getting a bit restless and calling up my insurance company as my Car insurance was due to expire in seven days, a friend of mine remarked, “Why are you so hassled? I have been driving around my car without valid insurance s……

Read more / Original news source: http://www.ifp.co.in/page/items/60957/in-sync-with-the-law-must-come-as-matter-of-habit