Kinship and marriage among the Zeliangrong

Budha Kamei
Introduction: The Zeliangrong,1 one of the natives of Northeast belong to Tibeto-Burman family of the Mongoloid racial stock.2 Tradition says, the Zeliangrong ancestors originated from a cave known as Mahou Taobei; they moved to Makhel and…

Budha Kamei
Introduction: The Zeliangrong,1 one of the natives of Northeast belong to Tibeto-Burman family of the Mongoloid racial stock.2 Tradition says, the Zeliangrong ancestors originated from a cave known as Mahou Taobei; they moved to Makhel and to Ramting Kabin, and then to Makuilongdi, Senapati District of Manipur.

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Monsang village council and its administrative functions and selection

Waanglar Somie
A Monsang Naga village is a closely-knit political institution. Every Monsang village has its own indigenous institution which looks after the well-being of the village. It comprises of fifteen (15) leaders and the institution is called ‘Khuwngsang’ meaning the village council. The elected members of the village council are known as ‘Khuwpuh Chiipuh’ meaning village protector. The Monsang village chief is called ‘Eruwngpa’.

Waanglar Somie
A Monsang Naga village is a closely-knit political institution. Every Monsang village has its own indigenous institution which looks after the well-being of the village. It comprises of fifteen (15) leaders and the institution is called ‘Khuwngsang’ meaning the village council. The elected members of the village council are known as ‘Khuwpuh Chiipuh’ meaning village protector. The Monsang village chief is called ‘Eruwngpa’.

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Sixth Schedule in Manipur

From previous issue
10. Under Para 10 of the Schedule District Council has the power to make regulations for the control of moneylending and trading by non-tribals.

From previous issue
10. Under Para 10 of the Schedule District Council has the power to make regulations for the control of moneylending and trading by non-tribals.

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Citizenship, identity and belonging: The Northeast migrants in Delhi

From previous issue
He reiterates that “although the idea of the Northeast may be deeply contested in the frontier, in Delhi it gives migrants from the region an identity that is inclusive and but also distinct from the Indian mainstream.”

From previous issue
He reiterates that “although the idea of the Northeast may be deeply contested in the frontier, in Delhi it gives migrants from the region an identity that is inclusive and but also distinct from the Indian mainstream.”

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Top security officers appear before HC

As directed earlier, top officers of the State police, army and Central paramilitary forces appeared before a full bench of the High Court of Manipur today in connection with a PIL filed at the Court against imposition of economic blockades on National…

As directed earlier, top officers of the State police, army and Central paramilitary forces appeared before a full bench of the High Court of Manipur today in connection with a PIL filed at the Court against imposition of economic blockades on National Highways.

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Don’t hold polls now : MDPF

Taking the volatile situation in the State into consideration due to the ongoing economic blockade, the Manipur Democratic People Front (MDPF) has appealed to the Prime Minister to advise the President of India to direct the ECI to postpone the schedul…

Taking the volatile situation in the State into consideration due to the ongoing economic blockade, the Manipur Democratic People Front (MDPF) has appealed to the Prime Minister to advise the President of India to direct the ECI to postpone the scheduled Assembly election instantly in the larger interest of the citizens of the land. The election may be held later when the situation is conducive, said MDPF.

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JD (U) releases manifesto Party to go alone in all 60 seats

IMPHAL, Jan 23 : As election campaign is continuing in full swing, Janata Dal (United) Manipur State Unit today released its election manifesto at its office located at New Checkon Hatta.

IMPHAL, Jan 23 : As election campaign is continuing in full swing, Janata Dal (United) Manipur State Unit today released its election manifesto at its office located at New Checkon Hatta.

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6 persons detained

IMPHAL, Jan 23: A team of Thoubal police led by Inspector P Achouba along with women police personnel carried out cordon and search operation at Salungpham Kangthokchao Maning Leikai under Heirok police station duirng which six bailed out persons were…

IMPHAL, Jan 23: A team of Thoubal police led by Inspector P Achouba along with women police personnel carried out cordon and search operation at Salungpham Kangthokchao Maning Leikai under Heirok police station duirng which six bailed out persons were detained.

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Full dress rehearsal held ahead of R-Day

IMPHAL, Jan 23: For the first time in the history of Republic Day parade, a horse riding contingent of the Manipur Police Sport Club took part in a full dress rehearsal of the Republic Day parade along with students of various Government institutions a…

IMPHAL, Jan 23: For the first time in the history of Republic Day parade, a horse riding contingent of the Manipur Police Sport Club took part in a full dress rehearsal of the Republic Day parade along with students of various Government institutions and security personnel today.

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Strike against wanton killings 24 hrs gen strike in force at Kpi

KANGPOKPI, Jan 23 : Amidst strong projection of Kangpokpi district as ‘Bandh Free/Model District’ of the State ever since it attained district status on December 8 midnight, the first ever bandh in the form of a 24 hr general strike will hit the district from this midnight.

KANGPOKPI, Jan 23 : Amidst strong projection of Kangpokpi district as ‘Bandh Free/Model District’ of the State ever since it attained district status on December 8 midnight, the first ever bandh in the form of a 24 hr general strike will hit the district from this midnight.

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NE rebel groups call total shut down on January 26

IMPHAL, Jan 23: As in the previous years, the Coordination Committee (CorCom), Garo National Liberation Army (GNLA), Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC) and the United Liberation Front of Asom-Independent, (ULFA -I) have called for a total s…

IMPHAL, Jan 23: As in the previous years, the Coordination Committee (CorCom), Garo National Liberation Army (GNLA), Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC) and the United Liberation Front of Asom-Independent, (ULFA -I) have called for a total shut down in the entire Western South East Asia (WESEA) region on Republic Day (January 26).

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Why blame the Centre : Biren to State Govt

IMPHAL, Jan 23: Former Minister Nongthombam Biren who joined BJP a few months back has castigated the State Government for blaming the Central Government for the UNC’s indefinite economic blockade. Speaking to media persons at their Nityaipat Chuthek office today, Biren said that State Government has been blaming the Central Government for the indefinite economic […]

IMPHAL, Jan 23: Former Minister Nongthombam Biren who joined BJP a few months back has castigated the State Government for blaming the Central Government for the UNC’s indefinite economic blockade. Speaking to media persons at their Nityaipat Chuthek office today, Biren said that State Government has been blaming the Central Government for the indefinite economic […]

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VC launches Go Green Campus initiative in MU

IMPHAL, Jan 23 : Manipur University Vice Chancellor Prof Adya Prasad Pandey today launched Go Green Campus initiative today in Manipur University in a function organized by the Manipur University Students’ Union.

IMPHAL, Jan 23 : Manipur University Vice Chancellor Prof Adya Prasad Pandey today launched Go Green Campus initiative today in Manipur University in a function organized by the Manipur University Students’ Union.

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Higher diploma in co-operative management begins

Imphal, January 23 (DIPR) : The 29 th Session of 26 Week in Higher Diploma in Co-operative management has begun today at Institute of Co-operative Management located at Lamphelpat.

Imphal, January 23 (DIPR) : The 29 th Session of 26 Week in Higher Diploma in Co-operative management has begun today at Institute of Co-operative Management located at Lamphelpat.

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Wild orange discovered

IMPHAL, Jan 23 : Members of Poirei Eethiba Lup, Yumnam Leikai discovered rare wild orange on January 22 at Kongba Maru Laiphamlen. The discovered orange is now being examined by Dr H Nandiram Sharma, specialist (paleobotany and line plant taxonomy) and…

IMPHAL, Jan 23 : Members of Poirei Eethiba Lup, Yumnam Leikai discovered rare wild orange on January 22 at Kongba Maru Laiphamlen. The discovered orange is now being examined by Dr H Nandiram Sharma, specialist (paleobotany and line plant taxonomy) and former Head of Botany Department, DM College of Science.

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Essay competition

IMPHAL, Jan 23 : The DEO, Imphal West has organised an essay competition for classes X to XII students on the theme “Importance of ethical and informed voting” at Kuranganayani Hall, DC office, Lamphel.

IMPHAL, Jan 23 : The DEO, Imphal West has organised an essay competition for classes X to XII students on the theme “Importance of ethical and informed voting” at Kuranganayani Hall, DC office, Lamphel.

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Training prog

IMPHAL, Jan 23 : A three day training programme on ‘Value added fish products: Technology for Empowerment of Women’ which started on January 19 ended yesterday.

IMPHAL, Jan 23 : A three day training programme on ‘Value added fish products: Technology for Empowerment of Women’ which started on January 19 ended yesterday.

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Mass Vaccination camp held

IMPHAL, Jan 23: A mass vaccination camp of animals was organised jointly by Veterinary Department, Porompat and Pradhan of Haraorou Tangkham Gram Panchayat, conveyed a press release issued by Pradhan of Haraorou Tangkham Gram Panchayat.

IMPHAL, Jan 23: A mass vaccination camp of animals was organised jointly by Veterinary Department, Porompat and Pradhan of Haraorou Tangkham Gram Panchayat, conveyed a press release issued by Pradhan of Haraorou Tangkham Gram Panchayat.

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Association formed

IMPHAL, Jan 23:A new association called Manipur Education Service Association (MESOA) has been formed during a general body meeting of the newly recruited education service (Grade I and II) at Manipur Hindi Parishad, Old Assembly Road today, conveyed a…

IMPHAL, Jan 23:A new association called Manipur Education Service Association (MESOA) has been formed during a general body meeting of the newly recruited education service (Grade I and II) at Manipur Hindi Parishad, Old Assembly Road today, conveyed a press release issued by publicity secretary of MESOA.

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121st Subhas Chandra Bose Birthday celebrated

IMPHAL, Jan 23: All India Forward Bloc Manipur State celebrated the 121st birthday of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose at Manipur Press Club today.

IMPHAL, Jan 23: All India Forward Bloc Manipur State celebrated the 121st birthday of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose at Manipur Press Club today.

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