6 reasons why Manipur is a tricky battle for both Congress & BJP

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On March 8, the second and final round of polling was held in Manipur, bringing to a close the two-phase Assembly elections in the state. Out of the 60 seats in the tiny hill state, 20 are reserved for Scheduled Tribes and one for Schedule…

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On March 8, the second and final round of polling was held in Manipur, bringing to a close the two-phase Assembly elections in the state. Out of the 60 seats in the tiny hill state, 20 are reserved for Scheduled Tribes and one for Scheduled Caste candidates.

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Decks cleared for counting of votes today from 8 am

IMPHAL, Mar 10: Altogether 28 polling stations of eight Assembly Constituencies went to repoll today amid stringent security arrangement.
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IMPHAL, Mar 10: Altogether 28 polling stations of eight Assembly Constituencies went to repoll today amid stringent security arrangement.

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Despite exit polls, Ibobi Singh upbeat

GUWAHATI, Mar 10 : The exit polls have predicted an edge for BJP in the Congress-ruled Manipur, but Chief Minister Okram Ibobi Singh is confident that his party will retain power.
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GUWAHATI, Mar 10 : The exit polls have predicted an edge for BJP in the Congress-ruled Manipur, but Chief Minister Okram Ibobi Singh is confident that his party will retain power.

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Chingai AC BJP workers cry foul

Ukhrul, Mar 10 : BJP candidate Sword Vashum from 45-Chingai Assembly Consti-tuency who was forcibly stopped from visiting three polling stations 45/4 Ching-jaroi CV, 45/6 Chingjaroi Khullen and 45/7 Chingjaroi Khullen (B), has questioned how one can sa…

Ukhrul, Mar 10 : BJP candidate Sword Vashum from 45-Chingai Assembly Consti-tuency who was forcibly stopped from visiting three polling stations 45/4 Ching-jaroi CV, 45/6 Chingjaroi Khullen and 45/7 Chingjaroi Khullen (B), has questioned how one can say that polling is free and fair this time.

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Manipur awaits results with bated breath – The Hindu


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Manipur awaits results with bated breath
The Hindu
With the two main exit polls showing contrasting results and even political experts unwilling to commit themselves on what has emerged as the most fiercely contested Assembly polls in Manipur in the past few decades, people and politicians in the …
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Manipur awaits results with bated breath
The Hindu
With the two main exit polls showing contrasting results and even political experts unwilling to commit themselves on what has emerged as the most fiercely contested Assembly polls in Manipur in the past few decades, people and politicians in the …
Manipur election: BJP may build on north-east presence, end 15-year Congress ruleHindustan Times
Manipur Polls 2017: Will Get a Clear Mandate, Says CM IbobiNews18
Manipur Election Results 2017: Here is a list of BJP's prime chief ministerial candidatesFirstpost
Economic Times –India.com –NDTV
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High Polling Percentage In Manipur Is Keeping Everyone Guessing – NDTV


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High Polling Percentage In Manipur Is Keeping Everyone Guessing
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“Even for the educated unemployed the issue of territorial integrity of Manipur is a major factor and chief minister Okram Ibobi Singh has been very strong on this. He has always fought the aggression of the Nagas and the NSCN (IM) who wants to create
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"Even for the educated unemployed the issue of territorial integrity of Manipur is a major factor and chief minister Okram Ibobi Singh has been very strong on this. He has always fought the aggression of the Nagas and the NSCN (IM) who wants to create
Manipur Election 2017: Here are the key Assembly constituencies where bigwigs have locked hornsFirstpost
Will assembly election in Manipur be CM Okram Ibobi's toughest challenge till date?The Indian Express
Manipur polls largely peacefulCalcutta Telegraph
DailyO –Zee News
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Manipur awaits results with bated breath – The Hindu


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Manipur awaits results with bated breath
The Hindu
With the two main exit polls showing contrasting results and even political experts unwilling to commit themselves on what has emerged as the most fiercely contested Assembly polls in Manipur in the past few decades, people and politicians in the …
Manipur Election Results 2017: Here is a list of BJP’s prime chief ministerial candidatesFirstpost
Manipur election: BJP may build on north-east presence, end 15-year Congress ruleHindustan Times
Manipur Polls 2017: Will Get a Clear Mandate, Says CM IbobiNews18
Economic Times –NDTV
all 888 news articles »

Hindustan Times

Manipur awaits results with bated breath
The Hindu
With the two main exit polls showing contrasting results and even political experts unwilling to commit themselves on what has emerged as the most fiercely contested Assembly polls in Manipur in the past few decades, people and politicians in the …
Manipur Election Results 2017: Here is a list of BJP's prime chief ministerial candidatesFirstpost
Manipur election: BJP may build on north-east presence, end 15-year Congress ruleHindustan Times
Manipur Polls 2017: Will Get a Clear Mandate, Says CM IbobiNews18
Economic Times –NDTV
all 888 news articles »

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UNMM condemns

IMPHAL, Mar 10 : United NGOs Mission Manipur has strongly condemned the alleged violent act committed by Nikhil Bharat Bangali Udbastu Samanvay Samiti (NIBBUSS) on March 6.
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IMPHAL, Mar 10 : United NGOs Mission Manipur has strongly condemned the alleged violent act committed by Nikhil Bharat Bangali Udbastu Samanvay Samiti (NIBBUSS) on March 6.

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Honda City launched

IMPHAL, Mar 10 : New 5th generation Honda City was launched today Sangai Honda, Ghari.
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IMPHAL, Mar 10 : New 5th generation Honda City was launched today Sangai Honda, Ghari.

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Manipur official killed in accident

Aizawl, Mar 10 : The field publicity officer of Manipur was among the two persons killed and another injured when the car they were travelling in fell into a ditch near Thenzawl in Serchhip district today, police said.
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Aizawl, Mar 10 : The field publicity officer of Manipur was among the two persons killed and another injured when the car they were travelling in fell into a ditch near Thenzawl in Serchhip district today, police said.

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50 Megawatt solar power park to be established

IMPHAL, Mar 10: The plans for establishing a solar power park capable of generating 50 Megawatts of electricity in Manipur was discussed yesterday at a meeting at New Delhi and the project would most likely be handled by NHPC.
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IMPHAL, Mar 10: The plans for establishing a solar power park capable of generating 50 Megawatts of electricity in Manipur was discussed yesterday at a meeting at New Delhi and the project would most likely be handled by NHPC.

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Blood donation camp

IMPHAL, Mar 10: Airport Security Guard (ASG) Unit of Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) stationed at Imphal Tulihal Airport organised a blood donation camp in connection with the 48th raising day of CISF.
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IMPHAL, Mar 10: Airport Security Guard (ASG) Unit of Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) stationed at Imphal Tulihal Airport organised a blood donation camp in connection with the 48th raising day of CISF.

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Kongyang Leikoi shown

IMPHAL, Mar 11: Kongyang Leikoi, a production of Kanglei Enat Thang Ta Shindam Sanglen, Kongpal Chaban Leikai, was shown at Jalil High School, Khergao today.
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IMPHAL, Mar 11: Kongyang Leikoi, a production of Kanglei Enat Thang Ta Shindam Sanglen, Kongpal Chaban Leikai, was shown at Jalil High School, Khergao today.

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Awareness programme held

IMPHAL, Mar 10: The Directorate of Extension Education, CAU and Sri Sathya Sai Seva Organisation, Imphal East, Manipur, organised a one day awareness programme on ‘Agri and Allied Activities and distribution of planting materials’ at Sangsabi today.

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IMPHAL, Mar 10: The Directorate of Extension Education, CAU and Sri Sathya Sai Seva Organisation, Imphal East, Manipur, organised a one day awareness programme on ‘Agri and Allied Activities and distribution of planting materials’ at Sangsabi today.

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Manipur: the bejeweled land shrouded in conflicts, insecurity and resource scarcity – Down To Earth Magazine (press release) (registration) (blog)


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Manipur: the bejeweled land shrouded in conflicts, insecurity and resource scarcity
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“We are not interested in piecemeal symptomatic relief. We want a permanent solution to overcome all the core issues of Manipur,” said a commentary in one of the largest circulated newspapers in Manipur. Out of all the questions that political parties

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Manipur: the bejeweled land shrouded in conflicts, insecurity and resource scarcity
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“We are not interested in piecemeal symptomatic relief. We want a permanent solution to overcome all the core issues of Manipur,” said a commentary in one of the largest circulated newspapers in Manipur. Out of all the questions that political parties

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Manipur Elections 2017: Wait is over! Counting to begin at 8 am … – Financial Express

Financial ExpressManipur Elections 2017: Wait is over! Counting to begin at 8 am …Financial ExpressThe result of month-long efforts after campaigning by the political leaders for assembly elections of Manipur is just a few hours away, as counting of …


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Manipur Elections 2017: Wait is over! Counting to begin at 8 am …
Financial Express
The result of month-long efforts after campaigning by the political leaders for assembly elections of Manipur is just a few hours away, as counting of votes in the …

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Manipur election: BJP may build on north-east presence, end 15-year Congress rule – Hindustan Times


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Manipur election: BJP may build on north-east presence, end 15-year Congress rule
Hindustan Times
Manipur witnessed its most tightly contested assembly elections in recent memory and now all eyes are on whether the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) will end the Congress’s 15-year rule. In 2012, the Congress – led by chief minister Okram Ibobi Singh
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Manipur election: BJP may build on north-east presence, end 15-year Congress rule
Hindustan Times
Manipur witnessed its most tightly contested assembly elections in recent memory and now all eyes are on whether the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) will end the Congress's 15-year rule. In 2012, the Congress – led by chief minister Okram Ibobi Singh
Manipur Election Results 2017: Election Commission to begin counting of votes shortlyIndia.com
Manipur Election 2017: State on tenterhooks as predictions swing wild between Congress, BJPFirstpost
ElectionsNDTV

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Manipur election: BJP may build on north-east presence, end 15-year Congress rule – Hindustan Times


Hindustan Times

Manipur election: BJP may build on north-east presence, end 15-year Congress rule
Hindustan Times
Manipur witnessed its most tightly contested assembly elections in recent memory and now all eyes are on whether the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) will end the Congress’s 15-year rule. In 2012, the Congress – led by chief minister Okram Ibobi Singh
Manipur Election Results 2017: Election Commission to begin counting of votes shortlyIndia.com
Manipur Election 2017: State on tenterhooks as predictions swing wild between Congress, BJPFirstpost
ElectionsNDTV

all 413 news articles »


Hindustan Times

Manipur election: BJP may build on north-east presence, end 15-year Congress rule
Hindustan Times
Manipur witnessed its most tightly contested assembly elections in recent memory and now all eyes are on whether the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) will end the Congress's 15-year rule. In 2012, the Congress – led by chief minister Okram Ibobi Singh
Manipur Election Results 2017: Election Commission to begin counting of votes shortlyIndia.com
Manipur Election 2017: State on tenterhooks as predictions swing wild between Congress, BJPFirstpost
ElectionsNDTV

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Manipur Election 2017: BJP worker’s house torched in Chandel, booths captured during repoll – Firstpost


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Manipur Election 2017: BJP worker’s house torched in Chandel, booths captured during repoll
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Imphal: Suspected NSCN (IM) cadres set the house of BJP candidate SS Olish’s worker on fire. The candidate is contesting from 41-Chandel (ST). The house belongs to BS Angam, who is the president of BJKP Chandel Mandal. The incident took place at …

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Manipur Election 2017: BJP worker's house torched in Chandel, booths captured during repoll
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Imphal: Suspected NSCN (IM) cadres set the house of BJP candidate SS Olish's worker on fire. The candidate is contesting from 41-Chandel (ST). The house belongs to BS Angam, who is the president of BJKP Chandel Mandal. The incident took place at …

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Manipur Assembly Elections 2017 Live Updates: Results, Party Wise List, Candidates – Free Press Journal

Free Press JournalManipur Assembly Elections 2017 Live Updates: Results, Party Wise List, CandidatesFree Press JournalThe elections has seen a high voter turnout of 86 per cent. The state assembly in Manipur were held in two phases on 4th March and 8th…


Free Press Journal

Manipur Assembly Elections 2017 Live Updates: Results, Party Wise List, Candidates
Free Press Journal
The elections has seen a high voter turnout of 86 per cent. The state assembly in Manipur were held in two phases on 4th March and 8th March, 2017. Manipur which has 60 assembly seats, 20 are reserved for Scheduled Tribes and 1 for Scheduled Castes.

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