Citizenship, identity and belonging: The Northeast migrants in Delhi

From previous issue
The terms Northeast migrants and ‘Northeasterners’ refer to “those people from the Northeast who trace their lineage to East and Southeast Asia and as such are members of ethnic minorities racially distinct from the communities in the rest of India, even when accounting for the diversity of India’s population.”

From previous issue
The terms Northeast migrants and ‘Northeasterners’ refer to “those people from the Northeast who trace their lineage to East and Southeast Asia and as such are members of ethnic minorities racially distinct from the communities in the rest of India, even when accounting for the diversity of India’s population.”

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Obama’s legacy – hits and misses

From previous issue
For the first time, the US in last October abstained from the UN vote to lift US trade embargo against Cuba. This rapproachment will form the key part of Obama’s legacy although what President-elect Donald Trump calls in the future and the argument of the Republicans that Cuba should be made to offer more concessions in the realms of human rights, remains to be seen.

From previous issue
For the first time, the US in last October abstained from the UN vote to lift US trade embargo against Cuba. This rapproachment will form the key part of Obama’s legacy although what President-elect Donald Trump calls in the future and the argument of the Republicans that Cuba should be made to offer more concessions in the realms of human rights, remains to be seen.

Read more / Original news source: http://www.thesangaiexpress.com/obamas-legacy-hits-and-misses-3/

Issuing invite to UNC for talks First tangible step from State

The first tangible move so far from the side of the State Government to resolve the ongoing economic blockade. Invitation sent to the UNC for a tripartite meeting at Imphal and while no one knows how the UNC will respond to the invite, it is encouragin…

The first tangible move so far from the side of the State Government to resolve the ongoing economic blockade. Invitation sent to the UNC for a tripartite meeting at Imphal and while no one knows how the UNC will respond to the invite, it is encouraging to note that the State Government seems to have taken the first tangible step. Another significant development is the invitation to the Chief Minister from Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh to confer over the same issue.

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BJP candidates

Notwithstanding all the rumours which went viral on social media like Facebook and WhatsApp groups about announcement of some BJP candidates for the 11th Manipur State Legislative election, no official announcement has been made till the time of filin…

Notwithstanding all the rumours which went viral on social media like Facebook and WhatsApp groups about announcement of some BJP candidates for the 11th Manipur State Legislative election, no official announcement has been made till the time of filing this report.

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AIR quiz held

All India Radio (AIR) Imphal’s first State level radio quiz final was held today at Dave Literature Centre, DM College campus, conveyed a press release issued by AIR Imphal’s Head of Programme, Dilip Mayengbam.

All India Radio (AIR) Imphal’s first State level radio quiz final was held today at Dave Literature Centre, DM College campus, conveyed a press release issued by AIR Imphal’s Head of Programme, Dilip Mayengbam.

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UNC likely to put up riders

SENAPATI, Jan 18: Even as the State Government has sent an official invitation to the UNC for a tripartite meeting involving the Government of India at Imphal, the UNC is mostly like to set certain conditions for the tripartite talk.

SENAPATI, Jan 18: Even as the State Government has sent an official invitation to the UNC for a tripartite meeting involving the Government of India at Imphal, the UNC is mostly like to set certain conditions for the tripartite talk.

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UNC likely to put up riders

SENAPATI, Jan 18: Even as the State Government has sent an official invitation to the UNC for a tripartite meeting involving the Government of India at Imphal, the UNC is mostly like to set certain conditions for the tripartite talk.

SENAPATI, Jan 18: Even as the State Government has sent an official invitation to the UNC for a tripartite meeting involving the Government of India at Imphal, the UNC is mostly like to set certain conditions for the tripartite talk.

Read more / Original news source: http://www.thesangaiexpress.com/unc-likely-to-put-up-riders/

Naga women’s delegation meets Dr Jitendra Singh

NEW DELHI, Jan 18:A delegation of Naga women hailing from Manipur and representing the organization “Women for Just-Peace” met Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Development of North Eastern Region (DoNER), Dr Jitendra Singh here today and appealed for peace in the region.

NEW DELHI, Jan 18:A delegation of Naga women hailing from Manipur and representing the organization “Women for Just-Peace” met Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Development of North Eastern Region (DoNER), Dr Jitendra Singh here today and appealed for peace in the region.

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Naga women’s delegation meets Dr Jitendra Singh

NEW DELHI, Jan 18:A delegation of Naga women hailing from Manipur and representing the organization “Women for Just-Peace” met Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Development of North Eastern Region (DoNER), Dr Jitendra Singh here today and appealed for peace in the region.

NEW DELHI, Jan 18:A delegation of Naga women hailing from Manipur and representing the organization “Women for Just-Peace” met Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Development of North Eastern Region (DoNER), Dr Jitendra Singh here today and appealed for peace in the region.

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Blockade may affect poll process in Manipur

New Delhi, Jan 18 :The election process in at least 30 Assembly Constituencies in Manipur is likely to be affected as a key National Highway in the State continues to remain blocked for 80 days due to agitation by a Naga group.

New Delhi, Jan 18 :The election process in at least 30 Assembly Constituencies in Manipur is likely to be affected as a key National Highway in the State continues to remain blocked for 80 days due to agitation by a Naga group.

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Judgement on UNC leaders’ bail plea kept in abeyance

IMPHAL, Jan 18: District and Sessions Judge Imphal East has reserved the judgement on the bail petition filed by United Naga Council (UNC) president and information secretary till tomorow.

IMPHAL, Jan 18: District and Sessions Judge Imphal East has reserved the judgement on the bail petition filed by United Naga Council (UNC) president and information secretary till tomorow.

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Search operations ahead of R-Day continue

IMPHAL, Jan 18: Cordon and search operation by district police in different parts of the State as a security measure to foil any unwanted incident ahead of the Republic Day celebration is continuing.

IMPHAL, Jan 18: Cordon and search operation by district police in different parts of the State as a security measure to foil any unwanted incident ahead of the Republic Day celebration is continuing.

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MHA provides 85,000 security personnel

New Delhi, Jan 18 :As many as 85,000 paramilitary personnel have been made available to the Election Commission for deployment in the upcoming Assembly elections in five States, including in politically-crucial Uttar Pradesh, beginning February 11. At a high-level meeting recently, the Union Home Ministry has committed to provide 850 companies for the polls, official […]

New Delhi, Jan 18 :As many as 85,000 paramilitary personnel have been made available to the Election Commission for deployment in the upcoming Assembly elections in five States, including in politically-crucial Uttar Pradesh, beginning February 11. At a high-level meeting recently, the Union Home Ministry has committed to provide 850 companies for the polls, official […]

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Manipur CSOs turn down talks with Ravi

NEW DELHI, Jan 18 :In an effort to end the indefinite economic blockade imposed by United Naga Council in Manipur, a 17 member delegation of various Manipuri civil society groups have reached Delhi on Wednesday to meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi and …

NEW DELHI, Jan 18 :In an effort to end the indefinite economic blockade imposed by United Naga Council in Manipur, a 17 member delegation of various Manipuri civil society groups have reached Delhi on Wednesday to meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh.

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Some ROs likely to face music

IMPHAL, Jan 18: The Indian Oil Corporation (IOC) has initiated due procedures to take up necessary action against retail outlets (ROs) which have not been properly distributing petrol and diesel to public when the whole State is reeling under acute shortage of petroleum products on account of the UNC’s indefinite economic blockade.

IMPHAL, Jan 18: The Indian Oil Corporation (IOC) has initiated due procedures to take up necessary action against retail outlets (ROs) which have not been properly distributing petrol and diesel to public when the whole State is reeling under acute shortage of petroleum products on account of the UNC’s indefinite economic blockade.

Read more / Original news source: http://www.thesangaiexpress.com/some-ros-likely-to-face-music/

NSCN-IM points at State Cdos

IMPHAL, Jan 18: NSCN-IM has alleged that the killing of Dikhuanang Gonmei s/o Tajimang Gonmei and injuring of Jacky Kamei, Thuanilung Kamei and Nipen Kalita on January 12 at Khumji (Lukhambi) village were committed by Manipur State security forces.

IMPHAL, Jan 18: NSCN-IM has alleged that the killing of Dikhuanang Gonmei s/o Tajimang Gonmei and injuring of Jacky Kamei, Thuanilung Kamei and Nipen Kalita on January 12 at Khumji (Lukhambi) village were committed by Manipur State security forces.

Read more / Original news source: http://www.thesangaiexpress.com/nscn-im-points-at-state-cdos/

State native beaten by employers

TNN
NEW DELHI, Jan 18 : A 29-year-old youth from Imphal, Manipur, recovering at a local hospital, has claimed he was brutally thrashed and humiliated by his employers in an alleged racist attack. The employers, who accused the youth of stealing compa…

TNN
NEW DELHI, Jan 18 : A 29-year-old youth from Imphal, Manipur, recovering at a local hospital, has claimed he was brutally thrashed and humiliated by his employers in an alleged racist attack. The employers, who accused the youth of stealing company data, however, denied the claim.

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1st DSA Trophy TRAU edge out KPSC to enter final

IMPHAL, Jan 17 : Ultimately it the ability to keep their cool and not buckle under immense pressure that saw TRAU, Kwakeithel edge past KPSC, Kakching to enter the final of the 13th DSA trophy at the ground of DSA, Kakching today.

IMPHAL, Jan 17 : Ultimately it the ability to keep their cool and not buckle under immense pressure that saw TRAU, Kwakeithel edge past KPSC, Kakching to enter the final of the 13th DSA trophy at the ground of DSA, Kakching today.

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