Bomb attacks on Congress workers

Mail News Service Imphal, Jan 19: Some unknown persons planted an IED weighing about half Kg wrapped in a bag near the gate of I. Hemochandra, A Congress (I) Candidate of Singjamei A/C this morning around six a.m. The bomb experts retrieved the bomb around 11 a.m. Prior to the incident, a hand grenade was […]

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Imphal, Jan 19: Some unknown persons planted an IED weighing about half Kg wrapped in a bag near the gate of I. Hemochandra, A Congress (I) Candidate of Singjamei A/C this morning around six a.m.
The bomb experts retrieved the bomb around 11 a.m.
Prior to the incident, a hand grenade was blasted at the gate of M. Herojit, Bamon Kampu Maning Leikai this early morning around 3.25 a.m. No one was injured in the blast. Herojit is a Congress worker.
Another hand grenade was also found near the gate of Congress worker Ng. Roshan (40) Sagolmang Awang Leikai.
Another bomb was exploded at the office of Block Congress Committee, Wangjing Tentha last night around 7.30 p.m. No casualties were reported in the blast.
Some unknown persons also fired at the residence of L. Tilotama of Jaganath Achouba Leirak, Chanam Pukhri Mapal last night.
Meanwhile a bomb like object was found hanging at the gate of Ninthoukongjam Baldeba (60) Wahengbam Leikai Lairembi Maning this morning around 9.30 a.m.
There is an election polling station at the house of Baldeba.
In yet another incident a bomb was tying near a bridge Constructed over Nambul River near Kha Imphal High School under Singjamei PS this morning around nine a.m.

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Bomb attacks on Congress workers

Mail News Service Imphal, Jan 19: Some unknown persons planted an IED weighing about half Kg wrapped in a bag near the gate of I. Hemochandra, A Congress (I) Candidate of Singjamei A/C this morning around six a.m. The bomb experts retrieved the bomb around 11 a.m. Prior to the incident, a hand grenade was […]

Mail News Service
Imphal, Jan 19: Some unknown persons planted an IED weighing about half Kg wrapped in a bag near the gate of I. Hemochandra, A Congress (I) Candidate of Singjamei A/C this morning around six a.m.
The bomb experts retrieved the bomb around 11 a.m.
Prior to the incident, a hand grenade was blasted at the gate of M. Herojit, Bamon Kampu Maning Leikai this early morning around 3.25 a.m. No one was injured in the blast. Herojit is a Congress worker.
Another hand grenade was also found near the gate of Congress worker Ng. Roshan (40) Sagolmang Awang Leikai.
Another bomb was exploded at the office of Block Congress Committee, Wangjing Tentha last night around 7.30 p.m. No casualties were reported in the blast.
Some unknown persons also fired at the residence of L. Tilotama of Jaganath Achouba Leirak, Chanam Pukhri Mapal last night.
Meanwhile a bomb like object was found hanging at the gate of Ninthoukongjam Baldeba (60) Wahengbam Leikai Lairembi Maning this morning around 9.30 a.m.
There is an election polling station at the house of Baldeba.
In yet another incident a bomb was tying near a bridge Constructed over Nambul River near Kha Imphal High School under Singjamei PS this morning around nine a.m.

Read more / Original news source: http://manipur-mail.com/bomb-attacks-on-congress-workers/

Tough Tipaimukh test for chosen one – Times of India

Tough Tipaimukh test for chosen oneTimes of IndiaOne point on the National Highway 53 in Manipur's Tamenglong district – where the Barak river flows quietly between lush-green hills before entering Assam to create the fertile Barak valley – has to …

Tough Tipaimukh test for chosen one
Times of India
One point on the National Highway 53 in Manipur's Tamenglong district – where the Barak river flows quietly between lush-green hills before entering Assam to create the fertile Barak valley – has to be one of the most photoraphed spots in the state.

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Chintuahlian to fight unemployment

From Kaimuanthang LAMKA, January 19: The lone independent candidate in 58-Churachandpur assembly constituency Chintuahlian Guite… more »

From Kaimuanthang
LAMKA, January 19: The lone independent candidate in 58-Churachandpur assembly constituency Chintuahlian Guite has promised to reduce unemployment problems in the state by paying greater stress on private enterprises and various types of small industries like plants for manufacturing of medicines raw material of which are locally available.

He was speaking at a program to release his election manifesto at Saulim Resturant today.

An MBA post graduate from UK, Chintuahlian mooted the promotion of internet marketing in partnership with big multinational companies as well as adequate emphasis on making the local people more self reliant.

Heavy fluctuation in prices and artificially created scarcity of commodities, even during economic blockades should be controlled, he said. He also laid bare his plans to improve water and power supply in the district.

Read more / Original news source: http://kanglaonline.com/2012/01/chintuahlian-to-fight-unemployment/

Statehood day

IMPHAL January 19:  The Governor, Gurbachan Jagat has greeted the people of Manipur and expressed… more »

IMPHAL January 19:  The Governor, Gurbachan Jagat has greeted the people of Manipur and expressed his best wishes ahead of Statehood Day which falls on January 21.

In his message, the governor pointed out that Manipur is lagging behind other states in the race for development. He stated that there is a need to catch up on lost opportunities and hasten the progress of growth and development which can be achieved when there is complete peace and harmony. He made an appeal to the people of Manipur to rise above parochial considerations and work unitedly for a more prosperous and peaceful Manipur.

Read more / Original news source: http://kanglaonline.com/2012/01/statehood-day/

Holi notice

IMPHAL January 19:  The Shri Shri Govindajee Temple Board has informed devotees that applications for… more »

IMPHAL January 19:  The Shri Shri Govindajee Temple Board has informed devotees that applications for participation at the Holi ceremony which falls on March 1, the eighth day of Lamta, will be issued from January 30.

Read more / Original news source: http://kanglaonline.com/2012/01/holi-notice/

Bomb attacks

IMPHAL, January 19: A bomb blast occurred at 7.20 pm on Jan 18th at Wangjing… more »

IMPHAL, January 19: A bomb blast occurred at 7.20 pm on Jan 18th at Wangjing Tentha Block Congress office, Wangjing Bazaar. No casualties were reported. Another bomb blast took place inside the residential complex of M. Herojit of Bamon Kampu, a Congress worker, today around 3.30 am. In another incident, a bomb was lobbed at the residence of Nangbam Roshan at Taret Khun, Khundrakpam at 6.30 am today. However, the bomb did not go off. Roshan is said to be a worker of Deputy Speaker Thokchom Lokeshor. An IED was recovered near the residence of Speaker Irengbam Hemochandra, at Maibam Leirak Machin Singjmei Chingna Makha at 11.30 am today. Singjamei police officials and Manipur police bomb squad later collected the bomb safely.

Read more / Original news source: http://kanglaonline.com/2012/01/bomb-attacks/

Maoist warns

IMPHAL, January 19: The Maoist Communist Party warns that individuals who are in cahoots with… more »

IMPHAL, January 19: The Maoist Communist Party warns that individuals who are in cahoots with the Congress and the CPI despite the boycott imposed by the outfit have been identified and if they do not cease their election activities will be awarded fitting punishment before or after the conclusion of the elections.

A release by Nonglen Meitei, publicity and propaganda secretary of the outfit further states that certain positive changes have been observed in the conduct of the present election as compared to yesteryears.But, the distribution of bribe money to woo voters have increased manifold.

There are certain ministers who have been trying to make a mockery out of the dictates imposed for the welfare of the public and the workers aiding them have been identified. The Maoist pointed five workers of the Chief Minister, six workers of minister P Parijat,five workers of N Biren and five workers of minister K ranjit. The release also added that one journalist from Heingang has been added not as a journalist but as a congress worker.

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Awareness programmes

IMPHAL January 19: The Imphal centre of song and drama division, ministry of information and… more »

IMPHAL January 19: The Imphal centre of song and drama division, ministry of information and broadcasting, has begun performing awareness programmes on systematic voters’ education and electoral participation in nine districts of Manipur with the help of eight registered cultural troupes and in co-ordination with the respective deputy commissioners. The publicity programme which began on January 16 will be conducted at 80 places till its conclusion on January 24.

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SDPI memorandum submtted

IMPHAL January 19: The Social Democratic Party of India today submitted a memorandum to the… more »

IMPHAL January 19: The Social Democratic Party of India today submitted a memorandum to the Governor, Gurcharan Jagat Singh, seeking his assistance in ordering a governmental enquiry into the killing of Md. Ishaque Ali amd Mustakim of Lilong Mairenkhul near Uran Chiru MASSI complex yesterday maintaining that they were innocent citizens. Condemning the state police commandos who were involved in the killing, the SDPI has demanded compensation of Rs 10 lakhs each and action against the security personnel including the responsible officer.

Read more / Original news source: http://kanglaonline.com/2012/01/sdpi-memorandum-submtted/

Mathematics competition

IMPHAL January 19: Students’ Welfare Association of Kangleipak will organize a state-level mathematics competition for… more »

IMPHAL January 19: Students’ Welfare Association of Kangleipak will organize a state-level mathematics competition for students of classes VI and VII at DM College of Science on February 19.

Read more / Original news source: http://kanglaonline.com/2012/01/mathematics-competition/

`Innocent` claims family

IMPHAL, January 19: The two persons who were killed in a shoot out with Imphal… more »

IMPHAL, January 19: The two persons who were killed in a shoot out with Imphal East Commandoes yesterday at Urum Chiru, MAASI road are innocent, said their families today. The two persons identified as Md. Ishaque Ali (25) s/o Mv. Rajaq the other Md. Mushtaqkim (25 yrs) s/o Md Abul Hasan, both residents of Lilong Tairen Makhong Mairenkhun are civilians claimed family members. A Joint Action Committtee against the killing of the two persons has been formed, which has demanded for a judicial inquiry. Their bodies have not been accepted for final rites. Addressing a press conference at the Manipur Press Club, JAC Convenor, MD Abdul Qayum said Ishaq had picked up Mushtaqin in the afternoon to fetch petrol from Kakwa. Shortly after, they were said to have been picked up by a team of Imphal East CDO. “We deem the incident as a case of fake encounter. We demand a judicial inquiry into the incident” said Qayum. A memorandum of demands has also been submitted to the CM today.

Read more / Original news source: http://kanglaonline.com/2012/01/innocent-claims-family/

Kangla Upkeep

Many comments have been made on how the government should proceed in the upkeep of… more »

Many comments have been made on how the government should proceed in the upkeep of the Kangla from various quarters, including the media. Although without explicitly stating it, it does appear some of these suggestions have been heard, but much more needs to be done yet, therefore this editorial again. Without a doubt, the Kangla will prove to be an invaluable lung of the ever increasing congestion of Imphal city. Even today, it is becoming almost surreal to walk into the green acres of the Kanga from the dusty, noisy, traffic-jammed confusion that the streets of Imphal have become. There are signs that efforts are being made to facelift the complex, but the question is whether the efforts are enough. The answer, in our opinion is clearly in the negative. Somebody who walks into the Kangla with the hope of understanding a vital chapter from the pages of the place’s history, invariably ends up lost. As for instance, there are no signs to suggest which route he should take for a comprehensive tour of the complex. There are also no indications what monuments the visitor would be passing by on each of the routes.

Normally, a visitor by instinct heads straight for the central durbar square guarded by the two newly re-installed Kangla-Sha. From there, he is as a loss again which way to head. If he headed north towards Slim’s cottage and other monuments along it, the visitor would have to return by the same route to the Kangla-sha to take the other route to the Govindaji temple ruins and the former Army hospital which has since been converted into the Kangla museum. The most economical route hence would be for the visitor to take a left turn at the first crossroads before reaching the Kangla auditorium, walk to the former residential complex of British officers, take a turn east toward the Slim cottage, turn left again towards the inner moat and the Kangla-sha, from there head to the Govindaji ruins and further down to the Kangla museum. They can then return and exit by the way the entered. But the visitor would either have to have a very strong navigator’s instinct or else be familiar with the layout of the Kangla to be able to decide the best possible tour map on the complex. There are absolutely no signs to suggest what the best way to cover the complex is, without missing out on important and interesting places to see.

Again, chances are, even those familiar with the Kangla’s topographical plan would not be able to identify many of the structures within. There are a number of enchanting and sometimes quaint cottages within the complex. Quite obviously they would be of extreme touristic interest, especially to foreign tourists drawn to the Kangla for its World War-II relics, and these interests would be multiplied manifolds if there were signs, preferably stone plaques besides these monuments, declaring briefly their history and antiquity. But nothing like this has been done yet. What a visitor gets to see is that many of these structures have been converted to government offices, some relevant, such as the archaeology department or environment and ecology department. But there is also the jarring presence of electricity department dumps, crowded with huge piles of electric poles, tonnes of power cables, innumerable electric transformer machines etc. Why and how has the Kangla been allowed to be used like this is beyond easy comprehension?

After seeing all this, it is difficult not to wonder if the occupation of the Kangla for nearly a century by troops, undesirable though it was for many reasons, did not have its good points as well. If this was not so, just as the complex is being used as a dumping ground by the electricity department now, in all likelihood, left up to the civil government’s whims from the beginning, the Kangla may have been already divided up into shop plots, or at best turned into a complex of Type-IV and Type-III government housing complex, in the manner and style of the Langol housing complex. That would have been tragic indeed. The Kangla was spared of such a fate, but let it not end here. It must be imaginatively developed further. Apart from the complex as a priceless relic of an ancient former kingdom, it could, and in our opinion should, also be developed in a complimentary fashion into a park of indigenous trees. There are many of them growing inside already, and the government should make it a point to allow only indigenous trees rather than exotic ones to be planted, if at all new trees need to be planted. Unfortunately, there are some evidences of the latter inclination already.

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Vote out congress from Manipur: Hema Malini – IBNLive.com

IBNLive.comVote out congress from Manipur: Hema MaliniIBNLive.comPTI Imphal: Actress-turned BJP MP Hema Malini on Thursday asked the people of Manipur to vote the "corrupt" Congress government out of power as it has "failed miserably&quo…


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Vote out congress from Manipur: Hema Malini
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PTI Imphal: Actress-turned BJP MP Hema Malini on Thursday asked the people of Manipur to vote the "corrupt" Congress government out of power as it has "failed miserably" in providing basic amenities. Addressing an election meeting at Thangmeiband
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Manipur girl raped in Delhi – MorungExpress

indiatvnews.comManipur girl raped in DelhiMorungExpressDimapur, January 19 (MExN): A 20-year-old girl from Manipur state was allegedly raped last night by an unidentified man. The girl hails from Churachandpur district in Manipur. She came to Delhi in …


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Manipur girl raped in Delhi
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Dimapur, January 19 (MExN): A 20-year-old girl from Manipur state was allegedly raped last night by an unidentified man. The girl hails from Churachandpur district in Manipur. She came to Delhi in 2010 and working in a spa centre at Gurgaon,
Manipur Girl Raped After Given A Lift In Delhiindiatvnews.com
Man gives Manipur girl lift, rapes herIBNLive.com
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Rio in Manipur, says NPF stands for Nagas everywhere – Nagaland Post

Rio in Manipur, says NPF stands for Nagas everywhereNagaland PostAddressing election rallies in Tamenglong and Noney in Manipur, the chief minister stated that though Nagas had their own “identity and history”, they had suffered for too long and th…

Rio in Manipur, says NPF stands for Nagas everywhere
Nagaland Post
Addressing election rallies in Tamenglong and Noney in Manipur, the chief minister stated that though Nagas had their own “identity and history”, they had suffered for too long and that it was now time for them to come together as a family because “we
NPF in ManipurMorungExpress
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Manipur & its search for elusive justice – The Asian Age

Manipur & its search for elusive justiceThe Asian AgeManipur has remained under the stranglehold of abusive armed groups and inept politicians. In each election, the armed groups — and there are many, with a range of political demands, though the…

Manipur & its search for elusive justice
The Asian Age
Manipur has remained under the stranglehold of abusive armed groups and inept politicians. In each election, the armed groups — and there are many, with a range of political demands, though they are mostly extortion gangs — have called for a boycott

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Man gives Manipur girl lift, rapes her – IBNLive.com

Man gives Manipur girl lift, rapes herIBNLive.comPTI | 11:01 PM,Jan 19,2012 New Delhi, Jan 19 (PTI) A 20-year-old girl from Manipur was raped allegedly by an unidentified man who gave her a lift while she was returning home from office, police said tod…

Man gives Manipur girl lift, rapes her
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PTI | 11:01 PM,Jan 19,2012 New Delhi, Jan 19 (PTI) A 20-year-old girl from Manipur was raped allegedly by an unidentified man who gave her a lift while she was returning home from office, police said today. The incident took place in south-west Delhi's
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Spa employee raped in DwarkaHindustan Times

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Manipur Cong team heads for Delhi – Assam Tribune

RediffManipur Cong team heads for DelhiAssam TribuneNEW DELHI, Jan 19 – Taken aback by unabated attacks on Congressmen in Manipur, the North-east Congress Committee has rushed to Delhi, seeking intervention of the party high command. A delegation of …


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Manipur Cong team heads for Delhi
Assam Tribune
NEW DELHI, Jan 19 – Taken aback by unabated attacks on Congressmen in Manipur, the North-east Congress Committee has rushed to Delhi, seeking intervention of the party high command. A delegation of the regional Congress body, led by former Chief
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EC seizes Rs. 42 crore cash in poll bound States – The Hindu

The HinduEC seizes Rs. 42 crore cash in poll bound StatesThe HinduSources here said in UP alone nearly Rs. 29.48 crore cash had been seized and that Rs.11.31 crore was recovered in Punjab, Rs. 48 lakh in Uttarakhand and Rs. 36 lakh in Manipur. Besides,…


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EC seizes Rs. 42 crore cash in poll bound States
The Hindu
Sources here said in UP alone nearly Rs. 29.48 crore cash had been seized and that Rs.11.31 crore was recovered in Punjab, Rs. 48 lakh in Uttarakhand and Rs. 36 lakh in Manipur. Besides, there were other seizures like unaccounted gold, diamonds,
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