Stir to protest attack on Chairperson

IMPHAL, May 13: Perturbed at the state Home department’s inaction, several women social organizations today threatened to launch intense agitation against the recent life attempt on Mala Lisham, chairperson, Child Welfare Committee by a police constable attached to Narcotic Cells, Imphal West. State Home Department is once again urged to take punitive action against constable […]

IMPHAL, May 13: Perturbed at the state Home department’s inaction, several women social organizations today threatened to launch intense agitation against the recent life attempt on Mala Lisham, chairperson, Child Welfare Committee by a police constable attached to Narcotic Cells, Imphal West.
State Home Department is once again urged to take punitive action against constable Md Basir who tried to kill Mala with a licensed gun or intense agitation will be launched, Pati Golmei, president, Rongmei Lu Phuam (Assam, Manipur and Nagaland) warned while addressing a press meet at the Press Club here.
Representatives of Association for the Development of Indigenous Women and Child Care, All Manipur Muslim Women Development and Organisation, and Chingtam United Women Association who were also present at the press meet condemned the attack.
Mala was fired upon while driving a car by the accused at Thoubal Haokha in Thoubal district on May 4.
Many civil society bodies in the state have condemned the life attempt on the social activist demanding punitive action against the accused.

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parliamentary secy prithviraj extends best wishes to manipuri footballers taking part in afc asian cup

Manipur Information Centre NEW DELHI, May 13: Parliamentary Secretary for Tourism & Sport of Manipur Mairembam Prithviraj here today expressed his overwhelming happiness when the All India Football Federation on Sunday announced eleven women players from Manipur for the Indian team in the AFC Women’s Asian Cup qualifiers and extended his best wishes to the […]

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NEW DELHI, May 13: Parliamentary Secretary for Tourism & Sport of Manipur Mairembam Prithviraj here today expressed his overwhelming happiness when the All India Football Federation on Sunday announced eleven women players from Manipur for the Indian team in the AFC Women’s Asian Cup qualifiers and extended his best wishes to the Manipuri Players along with the Indian team taking part in the Asian Cup for their success.
India will be playing two preparatory matches against Bahrain on May 14 and 16 respectively. India which is in Group ‘D’ will play in the first match against Myanmar on May 21, followed by Chinese Taipei on May 23 and host Palestine on May 25. The Indian team left last evening for Bahrain.
“I would like to wish everyone in general and Manipuri women footballers in particular associated with the Indian team for every success. Their hard work in preparing for the Asian Cup and their determination to achieve their maximum potential is an inspiration to us all. Out of 23-member national squad; eleven players namely Okram Roshini Devi (Goalkeeper), Ashem Romi Devi, Loitongbam Ashalata Devi, Gurumayum Radharani Devi (Defenders) , Yumnam Kamala Devi, Yumlembam Premi Devi, Dangmei Grace, Oinam Bembem Devi (Midfielders), Irom Prameshwori Devi, Salam Rinaroy Devi, Ngangom Bala Devi (Forwards) are from Manipur’, says M Prithviraj.
“It is an immense pride for all of us that Manipur has a large part in the Indian team. This has involved a huge amount of preparation at an individual level. We can look forward to their outstanding performances and pray for their success.”
“I would like to wish good luck to each and every member of the Indian team.” he further added.

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Insurgency now under control : CM

Mail News Service Imphal, May 13 : A seminar on ‘Changing Contours of Manipur and way Ahead’ was held at Leimakhong by the Red Shield Division today. The seminar was attended by the CM of Manipur O Ibobi Singh, President MPCC, Deputy CM, Minister of Home, Tribal affairs and Hills, Horticulture and Science, Gaikhangam, Ministers […]

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Imphal, May 13 : A seminar on ‘Changing Contours of Manipur and way Ahead’ was held at Leimakhong by the Red Shield Division today. The seminar was attended by the CM of Manipur O Ibobi Singh, President MPCC, Deputy CM, Minister of Home, Tribal affairs and Hills, Horticulture and Science, Gaikhangam, Ministers and MLA from various constituencies of Manipur, DGP Manipur, S Y Joykumar, Additional Chief Secretary, S Lawmkunga and prominent personalities from the fields of education, administration and leaders of various socio political and youth organisations. The seminar exchanged views on the shift occurring in the society due to the opportunities, economic progress and prosperity in Manipur and suggested ways of ushering in enduring peace and economic progress of the State. The uniqueness of the seminar was that it was organised by the Red Shield Division that is combating insurgency in the State and has become an inseparable part in the ongoing conflict. Lt Gen AK Sahni, SM, VSM, GOC Spear Corps welcomed Chief Minister of Manipur, Shri O Ibobi Singh and officials of State administration, services representatives from Army, Para Military and CPOs, representatives of socio political organisations, HR Organisations, NGOs and all others in attendance.
Addressing the inaugural function of the seminar, Chief Minister Ibobi stated that discussion as such these are very important in the present situation.
The Chief Minister said that insurgency in the state has been curbed significantly adding that the Army, paramilitary forces and the police take major roles in fighting militancy.
“Different communities in the state maintain peace and harmony respecting each other’s differences for a long time. But, individuals who want to sacrifice and work hard with sincerity for the betterment of the society are rare in the state,” he remarked.
Ibobi said that the state Government is focusing more on electricity and transportation and for this, it is taking up necessary steps.
At the same time, the Government is giving special impetus to education sector, the Chief Minister said and admitted that a good Government always pay special attention to such areas.
Ibobi added that his Government is also focusing on bringing equal development both in the valley and hill.
The one-day event was held in two separate sessions. In the morning session Chief Justice (Retd) WA Shishak was the Chairperson in which prominent resource persons Prof Ch Priyoranjan Singh, Prof W Nabhakumar, Prof Amar Yumnam and Prof (Mrs) Salam Irene delivered their views and opinions on the changing contours of Manipur. The way ahead for Manipur was discussed in the second session by Shri PC Lawmkunga, Additional Chief Secretary, Prof L Sadananda, Shri Y Joykumar, DGP Manipur and Prof Amar Yumnam under the chairmanship of Prof N Mohendro Singh, Director College Development Council, Manipur.
The seminar was concluded with a vote of thanks by Maj Gen KK Sinha, SM, GOC, Red Shield Division. In his address, the GOC expressed that the seminar was organised to have a free exchange of views which would help to ensure a peaceful, progressive and vibrant Manipur. While thanking the participants and the audience he further added that although the Army has taken the initiative to organise this Seminar, the idea is not to advocate ‘set-piece’ solutions but rather for all of us to benefit from positive and innovative contributions of the esteemed speakers.

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PM cannot be asked to resign

BJP wants to use the demand for resignation of Prime Minister Dr. Manmohon Singh as election issue. This is one demand, which will never be met for Congress party has decided to fight the forthcoming Lok Sabha election under the leadership of the present incumbent. BJP fought state assembly elections in Karnataka with hyped up […]

BJP wants to use the demand for resignation of Prime Minister Dr. Manmohon Singh as election issue. This is one demand, which will never be met for Congress party has decided to fight the forthcoming Lok Sabha election under the leadership of the present incumbent. BJP fought state assembly elections in Karnataka with hyped up propaganda of providing better administration in the southern state. The result tells a different story. At the centre also Congress party will do well. People want nothing but development only. Congress party alone can ensure stable and powerful Government. A weak Government is not respected even by neighbouring countries. It may not be wrong to say regional parties can take care of the regional interest. But these regional parties want to keep safe distance from BJP. In Kashmir National Conference will never move closer to BJP. Even in Bihar JDU, which is a strong ally of BJP in the formation of NDA is considering of looking a different way. It will not be surprising when Biju Janata Dal, which is also an ally of BJP moves closer towards Congress after the lok Sabha elections slated for early part of 2014 is over. Then there is SP and BSP in UP. These two parties fight unto death against each other in the state election, yet at the national level both of them go together with Congress. These two parties will not like to face the fate they fell on Telegu Desam for supporting BJP Government at the centre in the past. Ours is a secular democracy. The party which is tinged with communal forces will always be rejected by voters. BJP now understands it. Therefore it is now on the lookout for an issue to go to voters. Voters know that also. Prime Minister Manmohon had in the past volunteered to resign saying he wants to relinquish the job. But none could take his offer. He had said how long I should continue to offer resignation when none can take it. Dr Manmohon Singh when asked why he lost in the Lok Sabha election from Delhi could say boldly he had no money. Such leader who talks of moneylessness without shame cannot be expected to show propensity to indulge in corrupt practices. If his colleagues were corrupt, they all had resigned. The issue had died with the resignation of tainted ministers and it (the issues) had been buried. In digging out the rotten things nothing will be gained expect getting stinky smell. 2 G spectrum allocation scam had ended with the dismissal of A. Raja former Telecom Minister then Coalgate scandal and railway board appointment scandal too had perished. The two ministers allegedly involved in the scam too had resigned. The chattering political class will feel the tiredness of keeping the mouth wide open. When it closes it will see the party it hates most adorning the mantle of power again at the centre.

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Customers complain

Complaining that some staff of State Bank of India, Paona Bazar branch are not properly attending the visitors and customers of the bank, some customers have drawn attention of the higher authority of the bank in this regard Source The Sangai Express

Complaining that some staff of State Bank of India, Paona Bazar branch are not properly attending the visitors and customers of the bank, some customers have drawn attention of the higher authority of the bank in this regard Source The Sangai Express

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Ammunition recovered

Troops of 40 AR of 9 Sector under IGAR S launched an operation in Lumthabung on May 12 resulting in the recovery of huge cache of ammunition Source The Sangai Express

Troops of 40 AR of 9 Sector under IGAR S launched an operation in Lumthabung on May 12 resulting in the recovery of huge cache of ammunition Source The Sangai Express

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ZYF expands members

The Zeliangrong Youth Front Assam, Manipur, Nagaland or ZYF AMN has expanded its office bearers for the tenure of 2013 2016 on Saturday last Source The Sangai Express Newmai News Network

The Zeliangrong Youth Front Assam, Manipur, Nagaland or ZYF AMN has expanded its office bearers for the tenure of 2013 2016 on Saturday last Source The Sangai Express Newmai News Network

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Gate inaugurated

MLA of Naoriya Pakhanglakpa AC, RK Anand has assured people ofhis constituency to press the Government for any assistance for inconveniences caused to them due to the expansion of Airport and construction of Railhead and oil depot Source The Sangai …

MLA of Naoriya Pakhanglakpa AC, RK Anand has assured people ofhis constituency to press the Government for any assistance for inconveniences caused to them due to the expansion of Airport and construction of Railhead and oil depot Source The Sangai Express

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Education Dept

The All Manipur Students’ Guardians Organisation has drawn the attention of the Education Minister regarding various malpractices and corrupted activities allegedly prevailing in the State Education Department Source The Sangai Express

The All Manipur Students’ Guardians Organisation has drawn the attention of the Education Minister regarding various malpractices and corrupted activities allegedly prevailing in the State Education Department Source The Sangai Express

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Delhi to assess cross border trade, official to be deputed soon Integrated Check post on the agenda of ‘check list’

Officials of the National Security Advisory Board Sub Group would be coming to Manipur to conduct a direct assessment of the cross border trade between India and Myanmar through Moreh as well as the Integrated Check Post being constructed at the border…

Officials of the National Security Advisory Board Sub Group would be coming to Manipur to conduct a direct assessment of the cross border trade between India and Myanmar through Moreh as well as the Integrated Check Post being constructed at the border town Source The Sangai Express

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‘Changing contours of Manipur and way ahead’ CM hums economic development tune

A seminar on the topic Changing Contours of Manipur and Way Ahead was organised by Army’s Red Shield Division at their Leimakhong auditorium today Source The Sangai Express

A seminar on the topic Changing Contours of Manipur and Way Ahead was organised by Army’s Red Shield Division at their Leimakhong auditorium today Source The Sangai Express

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NPMHR urges PM

With no honourable solution in sight after almost sixteen years of the Indo Naga ceasefire, the Naga Peoples’ Movement for Human Rights NPMHR has sought Prime Minister Dr Manmohan Singh intervention in expediting an honourable solution to the protrac…

With no honourable solution in sight after almost sixteen years of the Indo Naga ceasefire, the Naga Peoples’ Movement for Human Rights NPMHR has sought Prime Minister Dr Manmohan Singh intervention in expediting an honourable solution to the protracted Indo Naga peace talks and immediate release of all ‘Naga political prisoners’ Source The Sangai Express

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UBI Staff absent

Customers of the United Bank of India UBI , Ukhrul were Ieft disgruntled as satisfactory transaction was impossible due to the absence of most of the bank staff today Source The Sangai Express Mungchan Zimik

Customers of the United Bank of India UBI , Ukhrul were Ieft disgruntled as satisfactory transaction was impossible due to the absence of most of the bank staff today Source The Sangai Express Mungchan Zimik

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Kabo Leikai cries foul

Taking strong exception against the alleged threats issued by police commandos on the villagers of Naga River Colony Kabo Leikai , North AOC, to vacate the place or face dire consequences, the executive member of the Meira Paibi Naga River Colony has …

Taking strong exception against the alleged threats issued by police commandos on the villagers of Naga River Colony Kabo Leikai , North AOC, to vacate the place or face dire consequences, the executive member of the Meira Paibi Naga River Colony has urged the authorities concerned to look into the matter so that the law of the land is respected Source The Sangai Express

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Namshadai Gangmei remembered

The first settler of Langthabal Khoupum, Namshadai Gangmei was honoured and remembered today in an auspicious ceremony by erecting memorial pillar at Langthabal Khoupum under the aegis of Namshadai Gangmei Celebration Committee Source The Sangai Exp…

The first settler of Langthabal Khoupum, Namshadai Gangmei was honoured and remembered today in an auspicious ceremony by erecting memorial pillar at Langthabal Khoupum under the aegis of Namshadai Gangmei Celebration Committee Source The Sangai Express

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Sailent village

Taking strong exception to the Cabinet decision of May 6 according to which both Seijang and Sailent villagers have been prohibited from accessing the particular area where 3 6 houses were burnt down, Sailent Village Authority claimed that there is no …

Taking strong exception to the Cabinet decision of May 6 according to which both Seijang and Sailent villagers have been prohibited from accessing the particular area where 3 6 houses were burnt down, Sailent Village Authority claimed that there is no dispute over the particular area as it belongs to Sailent village Source The Sangai Express

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Pollution cocktail Fresh bane to State’s air

Amidst the recent shocker from the global burden of disease estimates that one fifth of global deaths occur due to outdoor air pollution in India, it is only evident that the State hasn’t been spared either with recent extreme climatic phenomenon makin…

Amidst the recent shocker from the global burden of disease estimates that one fifth of global deaths occur due to outdoor air pollution in India, it is only evident that the State hasn’t been spared either with recent extreme climatic phenomenon making its appearance often than not Source The Sangai Express S Singlianmang Guite

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Stir threat

The Rongmei Lu Phuam RLP and Association for the Development of Indigenous Women and Child Care ADIWCC have warned of launching agitations if the Government does not immediately submit a chargesheet against Md Basir in connection with the life atte…

The Rongmei Lu Phuam RLP and Association for the Development of Indigenous Women and Child Care ADIWCC have warned of launching agitations if the Government does not immediately submit a chargesheet against Md Basir in connection with the life attempt on Mala Lisham, Chairperson of CWC Thoubal Source The Sangai Express

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Protest staged

Besides staging a sit in protest today against the operation of service of semi low floor bus at RIMS side, the United Diesel Auto Owners and Drivers’ Union has threatened to launch stir if the Semi low floor bus doesn’t immediately cease operating alo…

Besides staging a sit in protest today against the operation of service of semi low floor bus at RIMS side, the United Diesel Auto Owners and Drivers’ Union has threatened to launch stir if the Semi low floor bus doesn’t immediately cease operating along the route Source The Sangai Express

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Eviction drive launched at Chingmeirong

People who have been living near IOC ‘ s Chingmeirong oil depot to the East of NH 2 were evicted after their houses and hotels were demolished by the Government today Source The Sangai Express

People who have been living near IOC ‘ s Chingmeirong oil depot to the East of NH 2 were evicted after their houses and hotels were demolished by the Government today Source The Sangai Express

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