Galileo’s fate haunts again

The idea of the public intellectual, or that of the missing public intellectual, is now beginning to engage Manipur’s public sphere. Better late than never, as they say. From all walks of life, the best and most committed minds now need to step out of…

The idea of the public intellectual, or that of the missing public intellectual, is now beginning to engage Manipur’s public sphere. Better late than never, as they say. From all walks of life, the best and most committed minds now need to step out of the……

Read more / Original news source: http://www.ifp.co.in/page/items/60092/galileos-fate-haunts-again

‘Regulatory guidelines for boarding , hostels must be implemented within one month’

IMPHAL | Jul 28

Concerned over unwanted incidents happening frequently against students staying in hostels and boarding, Students’ Union of Kangleipak (SUK) today organised a one-day open discussion programme on ‘present situation of school boardin…

IMPHAL | Jul 28

Concerned over unwanted incidents happening frequently against students staying in hostels and boarding, Students’ Union of Kangleipak (SUK) today organised a one-day open discussion programme on ‘present situation of school boarding an……

Read more / Original news source: http://www.ifp.co.in/page/items/60088/regulatory-guidelines-for-boarding-hostels-must-be-implemented-within-one-month

FML imported from Myanmar seized

MOREH| Jul 21

Moreh Battalion, 43 Assam Rifles apprehended two individuals along with large quantities of Foreign Made Liquor (FML) on July 20.

The two individuals have been identified as Mayengbam Saratchandra Singh,41, of Wabagai Maning Leikai…

MOREH| Jul 21

Moreh Battalion, 43 Assam Rifles apprehended two individuals along with large quantities of Foreign Made Liquor (FML) on July 20.

The two individuals have been identified as Mayengbam Saratchandra Singh,41, of Wabagai Maning Leikai, Th……

Read more / Original news source: http://www.ifp.co.in/page/items/60074/fml-imported-from-myanmar-seized

Paper on ponds selected for international conference

IMPHAL | Jul 28

Rajkumari Sunita Devi’s paper entitled ‘Delineation of Community Constructed Wetlands In Valley Districts of Manipur, India’ was selected for oral presentation in the recently held 5th International Conference on Water Resources and…

IMPHAL | Jul 28

Rajkumari Sunita Devi’s paper entitled ‘Delineation of Community Constructed Wetlands In Valley Districts of Manipur, India’ was selected for oral presentation in the recently held 5th International Conference on Water Resources and Env……

Read more / Original news source: http://www.ifp.co.in/page/items/60081/paper-on-ponds-selected-for-international-conference

Novel ‘Urmila’ released

JIRIBAM| Jul 21

A novel titled “Urmila” written by S. Binodini Singha was released today in a function held at the Conference Hall of Jiri News Network (JNN), located at Babupara, Jiribam district.

Organised by Manipur Sahitya Parishad (MSP), Ji…

JIRIBAM| Jul 21

A novel titled “Urmila” written by S. Binodini Singha was released today in a function held at the Conference Hall of Jiri News Network (JNN), located at Babupara, Jiribam district.

Organised by Manipur Sahitya Parishad (MSP), Jiriba……

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Interaction prog for police personnel conducted

THOUBAL| Jul 21

An interaction programme for officials of Thoubal District police in regard to Narcotics Drug and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act was conducted today at the complex of Lilong Police station.

The programme which was held under …

THOUBAL| Jul 21

An interaction programme for officials of Thoubal District police in regard to Narcotics Drug and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act was conducted today at the complex of Lilong Police station.

The programme which was held under the ……

Read more / Original news source: http://www.ifp.co.in/page/items/60073/interaction-prog-for-police-personnel-conducted

AR celebrates 20 years of Kargil War

IMPHAL| Jul 21

Moreh Battalion of 26 Sector Assam Rifles celebrated 20 years of Kargil war at Haolenphai village in Tengnoupal district, said a release from IGAR (South).

A total of 80 locals including students from Haolenphai, T Minou, TV Gamno…

IMPHAL| Jul 21

Moreh Battalion of 26 Sector Assam Rifles celebrated 20 years of Kargil war at Haolenphai village in Tengnoupal district, said a release from IGAR (South).

A total of 80 locals including students from Haolenphai, T Minou, TV Gamnompha……

Read more / Original news source: http://www.ifp.co.in/page/items/60077/ar-celebrates-20-years-of-kargil-war

Restriction on pig-rearing imposed

THOUBAL| Jul 21

Kakching Municipal Council (KMC) has notified that pigs cannot be reared in residential areas under its jurisdiction.

A statement from chairperson of KMC, Naorem Sanjitkumar informed that even if pigs are reared in localities of …

THOUBAL| Jul 21

Kakching Municipal Council (KMC) has notified that pigs cannot be reared in residential areas under its jurisdiction.

A statement from chairperson of KMC, Naorem Sanjitkumar informed that even if pigs are reared in localities of the ……

Read more / Original news source: http://www.ifp.co.in/page/items/60080/restriction-on-pig-rearing-imposed

Road dividers to be installed at Moreh town

MOREH| Jul 21

District Council (ADC), Chandel in collaboration with Moreh Police, Tengnoupal district and ADC Moreh have resolved to implement ‘Rule of the Road’ and installation of ‘Road Dividers’ from Customs Office to Moreh Evening Bazar from Ju…

MOREH| Jul 21

District Council (ADC), Chandel in collaboration with Moreh Police, Tengnoupal district and ADC Moreh have resolved to implement ‘Rule of the Road’ and installation of ‘Road Dividers’ from Customs Office to Moreh Evening Bazar from July 2……

Read more / Original news source: http://www.ifp.co.in/page/items/60076/road-dividers-to-be-installed-at-moreh-town

UAPA made more draconian

The Bill for the amendment of the Unlawful Activities Prevention Act, UAPA, that the ruling BJP has just recently introduced and pushed through the Lok Sabha, and is now awaiting passage in the Rajya Sabha, is to say the least, disturbing for several …

The Bill for the amendment of the Unlawful Activities Prevention Act, UAPA, that the ruling BJP has just recently introduced and pushed through the Lok Sabha, and is now awaiting passage in the Rajya Sabha, is to say the least, disturbing for several reas……

Read more / Original news source: http://www.ifp.co.in/page/items/60071/uapa-made-more-draconian

Student bodies can solve the mystery within two days: AMSU

‘Government must disclose investigation report by July 31’

IMPHAL | Jul 28

Various civil bodies, student bodies including women organisations at the public meeting held today took six resolutions including the demand that state government must d…

‘Government must disclose investigation report by July 31’

IMPHAL | Jul 28

Various civil bodies, student bodies including women organisations at the public meeting held today took six resolutions including the demand that state government must discl……

Read more / Original news source: http://www.ifp.co.in/page/items/60089/student-bodies-can-solve-the-mystery-within-two-days-amsu

‘15 surgeries conducted despite shortages at Neuro OT’

IMPHAL | Jul 28

Despite the lack of equipment and shortages of manpower, 15 neuro surgeries have been performed at the Neuro Surgery operation theatre of JNIMS, said JNIMS director, Th. Bhimo while appealing the government to provide the required n…

IMPHAL | Jul 28

Despite the lack of equipment and shortages of manpower, 15 neuro surgeries have been performed at the Neuro Surgery operation theatre of JNIMS, said JNIMS director, Th. Bhimo while appealing the government to provide the required needs……

Read more / Original news source: http://www.ifp.co.in/page/items/60079/15-surgeries-conducted-despite-shortages-at-neuro-ot

Second edition of ‘InQuiztive’ held

THOUBAL| Jul 21

The second edition of ‘InQuiztive’, an all Chandel Annual Inter-school Quiz cum Debate competition was held from July 25- 26 at Indoor Stadium, Chandel.

Organised by Wisecrabs – Chandel, the programme was held with the aim and ob…

THOUBAL| Jul 21

The second edition of ‘InQuiztive’, an all Chandel Annual Inter-school Quiz cum Debate competition was held from July 25- 26 at Indoor Stadium, Chandel.

Organised by Wisecrabs – Chandel, the programme was held with the aim and object……

Read more / Original news source: http://www.ifp.co.in/page/items/60078/second-edition-of-inquiztive-held

Unlearning to be Unhappy

By Miranda Yendrembam

Life often throws you a curveball, often hurting you if it catches you totally off guard. So what do we usually do? Well it depends on a number of factor be it the type of personality, how the person is facing the storm, etc. …

By Miranda Yendrembam

Life often throws you a curveball, often hurting you if it catches you totally off guard. So what do we usually do? Well it depends on a number of factor be it the type of personality, how the person is facing the storm, etc. This……

Read more / Original news source: http://www.ifp.co.in/page/items/60069/unlearning-to-be-unhappy

Street play on PMAY-U held

THOUBAL| Jul 21

A Street-Play with the objective of raising awareness on the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana-Urban (PMAY-U) was displayed in front of 5 ward members of Thoubal Athokpam. Organised by Thoubal Municipal Council, the programme was conducted…

THOUBAL| Jul 21

A Street-Play with the objective of raising awareness on the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana-Urban (PMAY-U) was displayed in front of 5 ward members of Thoubal Athokpam. Organised by Thoubal Municipal Council, the programme was conducted und……

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‘Police will continue investigating Babysana’s mysterious death case’

IMPHAL | Jul 28

“Though the case of Ningthoujam Babysana Chanu’s death has been handed over to Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), the state police under deputy inspector general of police will continue its investigation to solve the mystery.”

IMPHAL | Jul 28

“Though the case of Ningthoujam Babysana Chanu’s death has been handed over to Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), the state police under deputy inspector general of police will continue its investigation to solve the mystery.”

In……

Read more / Original news source: http://www.ifp.co.in/page/items/60090/police-will-continue-investigating-babysanas-mysterious-death-case

Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act-AFSPA And Rule of Law

By: Sanjenbam Jugeshwor Singh

Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act (AFSPA), 1958 is an act of the Parliament of India that grant Special Powers to the Indian Armed Forces, the power to maintain public order in “disturbed areas”. According to the Distu…

By: Sanjenbam Jugeshwor Singh

Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act (AFSPA), 1958 is an act of the Parliament of India that grant Special Powers to the Indian Armed Forces, the power to maintain public order in “disturbed areas”. According to the Disturbed……

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State observes World Hepatitis Day, NVHCP implemented in Manipur

IMPHAL | Jul 28

After a year following the launching of National Viral Hepatitis Control Programme (NVHCP), the program has also been implemented in the State from today onwards with the inauguration of Model Treatment Centres at both JNIMS and…

IMPHAL | Jul 28

After a year following the launching of National Viral Hepatitis Control Programme (NVHCP), the program has also been implemented in the State from today onwards with the inauguration of Model Treatment Centres at both JNIMS and RIM……

Read more / Original news source: http://www.ifp.co.in/page/items/60083/state-observes-world-hepatitis-day-nvhcp-implemented-in-manipur

Meeting on human settlement at Langol hill held

IMPHAL |Jul 28

Responding to allegations that inhabitants of Langol hill are destroying the forest and wild life of Langol hill, a ‘mass public meeting on the facts and origins of human settlement at 91- Meitei Langol’ was conducted today at Langol…

IMPHAL |Jul 28

Responding to allegations that inhabitants of Langol hill are destroying the forest and wild life of Langol hill, a ‘mass public meeting on the facts and origins of human settlement at 91- Meitei Langol’ was conducted today at Langol Nin……

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Conclave of Himalayan States held at Mussoorie

IMPHAL | Jul 28

The ‘Conclave of Himalayan States’ was held on July 28 at Mussoorie to discuss the priorities of Indian Himalayan Region (IHR) in the 15th Finance Commission initiated by the government of Uttarakhand with the Integrated Mountain In…

IMPHAL | Jul 28

The ‘Conclave of Himalayan States’ was held on July 28 at Mussoorie to discuss the priorities of Indian Himalayan Region (IHR) in the 15th Finance Commission initiated by the government of Uttarakhand with the Integrated Mountain Initia……

Read more / Original news source: http://www.ifp.co.in/page/items/60085/conclave-of-himalayan-states-held-at-mussoorie