Manipur News

IMPHAL | Aug 27

The proscribed umbrella organisation, CorCom of different outfits operating in the state is all set to pay revolutionary homage to “Athouba,” Haipou Jadonang on his 86th death anniversary that falls on August 29.

Our forefathers have protected our sovereignty, culture and traditions from the hands of foreign invaders and passed down a way of living our lives independently, said a release signed by media co-ordinator, Ksh. Yoiheiba.

One such forefather who maintained such traditions with pride and gave his life earnestly, without fear for the sake of freedom was Haipou Jadonang, who was born in Zeilangrong community, it said.

After the defeat of Manipur in the Anglo – Manipur War, 1891, the British Raj started implementing its “Divide and Rule” policy by creating a demarcation of Hill and Valley between the people, it further said. Many patriots were sentenced to death and many exiled, it added.

During this horrendous, conflicting era of colonial rule, Haipou Jadonang was born in 1905 in Manipur (Kangleipak) at Kambiron village, Tamenglong district to his parents Thiudai Malangmei and Tabonliu, it continued.  

Upon seeing the oppressions of the British Empire and schemes of Christian missionaries to obliterate the culture and traditions of Zeliangrong community, Jadonang started the war for freedom, it further said.  The British Empire soon felt the influence of Jadonang spreading like wild fire amongst other communities, and arrested him on February 19, 1931 at Cachar, it continued. He was hung to death on August 29, 1931, it added.

Even though the colonial rule of British Empire was over, Manipur have fallen again into the colonial rule of India, it further said adding the unity of hilly and valley people are on the verge of collapsing completely under the oppressive regime of India.

On the 86th death anniversary of Haipou Jadonang, CorCom prays to Tingkao Ragwang to let the people realize that unity is the only possible means to save this endangered community from the colonial rule of India, it added.

By A Staff Reporters

IMPHAL | Aug 27

Cyber Crime Unit, Imphal West today arrested one fraudulent person who was accused of offering job appointment to others by acting as chief minister’s PRO. A sum of Rs. 95,000 was recovered at the time of arrest.

The person was identified as Nameirakpam Abung Singh (36), son of (Late) N. Bihari Singh of Ningthoukhong Mayai Leikai, Ward No. 9, Bishnupur district.

According to police sources, Abung admitted to have taken Rs. 75,000 and Rs. 8 lakhs from two different women in the month of July by promising them to offer jobs in JNIMS. He had offered job appointments to many other persons in various posts at different departments of state government through phone calls from mobile number 8258843617. He was arrested from his residence today at 1:10 pm by a team of Cyber Crime Unit, Imphal West led by SI K. Abhijeet Singh and a team of Narcotic Cell, Imphal West.

IMPHAL | Aug 27

For the first time Manipur film artists will present special live performance on September 9 at Iboyaima Shumang Lila Shanglen as a part of fund drive for Cine Actors’ Guild Manipur in connection with the celebration of its 12th foundation day.

Speaking to media persons, the guild’s president, T. Lokendro said that the actors’ body was formed for the welfare and development mostly for Manipur cinema, to make cultural ethos reflect in Manipuri film and to encourage members to participate in social activities.

As the guild has no source of income, fund drive has become one of the priorities for many activities of the guild, he added.

IMPHAL | Aug 27

For the first time Manipur film artists will present special live performance on September 9 at Iboyaima Shumang Lila Shanglen as a part of fund drive for Cine Actors’ Guild Manipur in connection with the celebration of its 12th foundation day.

Speaking to media persons, the guild’s president, T. Lokendro said that the actors’ body was formed for the welfare and development mostly for Manipur cinema, to make cultural ethos reflect in Manipuri film and to encourage members to participate in social activities.

As the guild has no source of income, fund drive has become one of the priorities for many activities of the guild, he added.

By A Staff Reporter

IMPHAL | Aug 27

Joint Action Committee (JAC) SSB/BSF, Langol urged to the government to investigate into the matter of SSB/BSF constable GD appointment process taken up by one Ch. Manoranjan Khuman of Pishumthong Ningom Leirak.

Speaking to media persons today the JAC convenor, Ch. Birendra said that Manoranjan disguised himself as an advisor of Internal Security, Ministry of Home Affairs, Northeast region had conducted recruitment process from the year 2013 till 2016.

During the time he has collected money range from Rs. 1, 50,000 to Rs. 3, 00,000 from 723 candidates, he added.

However at the end of March 2016 he left his residence and fled to Delhi and has been absconding till today. But according to information from sources he is currently staying at Mizoram, continued the convenor.

The JAC appealed to the state government to take up action against Manoranjan.

By A Staff Reporter

IMPHAL | Aug 27

Joint Action Committee (JAC) SSB/BSF, Langol urged to the government to investigate into the matter of SSB/BSF constable GD appointment process taken up by one Ch. Manoranjan Khuman of Pishumthong Ningom Leirak.

Speaking to media persons today the JAC convenor, Ch. Birendra said that Manoranjan disguised himself as an advisor of Internal Security, Ministry of Home Affairs, Northeast region had conducted recruitment process from the year 2013 till 2016.

During the time he has collected money range from Rs. 1, 50,000 to Rs. 3, 00,000 from 723 candidates, he added.

However at the end of March 2016 he left his residence and fled to Delhi and has been absconding till today. But according to information from sources he is currently staying at Mizoram, continued the convenor.

The JAC appealed to the state government to take up action against Manoranjan.

IMPHAL | Aug 27

The winners of the FIAMA NorthEast DIVA 2016-17 called on chief minister N. Biren Singh at his office chamber. The winner of the beauty pageant Peden Ongmu Namgyal, (21) of Sikkim, 1st runner-up Loukrakpam Angobi Chanu, (18) of Manipur and 2nd runner-up Poonam Das, (18) of Assam sought the blessings of the CM in their future endeavours.

Extending his best wishes to the winners of the beauty pageant, N. Biren expressed that such platform not only showcases individual personality but also empower women to overcome stereotypes and break barriers. Such platform would also help them to become self-reliant to achieve greater heights, he added.

Mention may be made that Fiama Northeast Diva 2016-17 held its audition and selected girls from across the States of Northeast India. The grand finale of the event was held on 20 August, at Guwahati.

IMPHAL | Aug 27

National Identity Protection Council (NIPCO) has paid homage to former chief minister of Manipur, Rishang Keishing and also shared the grief for the family members of the departed.

A release said the former chief minister had been one of the most respectable persons of Manipur who had a vision of a peaceful society. Rishang Keishing’s whispered words of ‘Ho Manipur’ during his final moments will remain forever in the hearts of the people of Manipur with a sense of patriotism, it added.

Meanwhile, United Peoples’ Front (UPF), Manipur has deeply condoled the sudden demise of former chief minister and parliamentarian, Rishang Keishing.

A release said that he was political leader who worked for the development of Manipur and its people. His demise is a great loss for the people of the state.

It further said that UPF shared the grief of the bereaved family members and relatives.