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IMPHAL, Nov 11: Some unidentified persons suspected to be militants lobbed a hand grenade at the residence of one Uppa-Pradhan Nongmaithem Memi,38,w/o Muhindro of Tera Loukrakpam Leikai at around 3 pm today.

Read more / Original news source: http://kanglaonline.com/2011/11/hand-grenade-lobbed/

IMPHAL, Nov 11: Some unidentified persons suspected to be militants lobbed a hand grenade at the residence of one Uppa-Pradhan Nongmaithem Memi,38,w/o Muhindro of Tera Loukrakpam Leikai at around 3 pm today.

Read more / Original news source: http://kanglaonline.com/2011/11/hand-grenade-lobbed/

IMPHAL, Nov 11: W Munindrokumar and Mutum Jiran Meetei have been appointed as the state coordinator and president of Sawombung district respectively for the National Rahul Gandhi Youth Brigade, Manipur State.

Read more / Original news source: http://kanglaonline.com/2011/11/appointed/

IMPHAL, Nov 11: W Munindrokumar and Mutum Jiran Meetei have been appointed as the state coordinator and president of Sawombung district respectively for the National Rahul Gandhi Youth Brigade, Manipur State.

Read more / Original news source: http://kanglaonline.com/2011/11/appointed/

IMPHAL, Nov 11: The Congress workers of Wangjing Tentha assembly constituency have denounced the abduction of one Keisham Meghachandra  of Wangjing Awang Leikai by some persons on November 9.

Read more / Original news source: http://kanglaonline.com/2011/11/abduction-condemned/

IMPHAL, Nov 11: The Congress workers of Wangjing Tentha assembly constituency have denounced the abduction of one Keisham Meghachandra  of Wangjing Awang Leikai by some persons on November 9.

Read more / Original news source: http://kanglaonline.com/2011/11/abduction-condemned/

IMPHAL, Nov 11: The proscribed PREPAK (Progressive), in a statement, has stated that the outfit will observe “Athoubasingi Ningsing Numit” on November 12. It further appealed to all to observe the day by suspending all forms of entertainment on the day.

Read more / Original news source: http://kanglaonline.com/2011/11/athoubasingi-ningsing-numit/

IMPHAL, Nov 11: The proscribed PREPAK (Progressive), in a statement, has stated that the outfit will observe “Athoubasingi Ningsing Numit” on November 12. It further appealed to all to observe the day by suspending all forms of entertainment on the day.

Read more / Original news source: http://kanglaonline.com/2011/11/athoubasingi-ningsing-numit/

IMPHAL, Nov 11: The proscribed PREPAK, in a statement, has appealed to all to light candles on the night of November 12 in remembrance of the departed leaders of the outfit.

The statement of the PREPAK mentioned that two leaders of the outfit, namely Ayekpam Dhiren and Phurailatpam Kabikanta along with PLA leader Pukhram Gambhir were killed by a combined force of Manipur Police led by SI Sunil Sharma and CRPF led by commandant Narendrapal on November 12, 1978 at Kameng Ching.

The incident reminds the people of the heroic act of those three leaders who had laid down their lives for the sake of motherland, it asserted.

The PREPAK further appealed to all to suspend all kinds of entertainment on the day of observing “Athoubasingi Ningsing Numit”.

Read more / Original news source: http://kanglaonline.com/2011/11/prepak-to-observe-athoubasingi-ningsing-numit/

IMPHAL, Nov 11: The proscribed PREPAK, in a statement, has appealed to all to light candles on the night of November 12 in remembrance of the departed leaders of the outfit.

The statement of the PREPAK mentioned that two leaders of the outfit, namely Ayekpam Dhiren and Phurailatpam Kabikanta along with PLA leader Pukhram Gambhir were killed by a combined force of Manipur Police led by SI Sunil Sharma and CRPF led by commandant Narendrapal on November 12, 1978 at Kameng Ching.

The incident reminds the people of the heroic act of those three leaders who had laid down their lives for the sake of motherland, it asserted.

The PREPAK further appealed to all to suspend all kinds of entertainment on the day of observing “Athoubasingi Ningsing Numit”.

Read more / Original news source: http://kanglaonline.com/2011/11/prepak-to-observe-athoubasingi-ningsing-numit/

IMPHAL, Nov 10: 30 Assam Rifles of 9 Sector under HQ IGAR (South) organized a pre-recruitment screening camp at Nilakuti on November 8 for the aspirant candidates of   forthcoming recruitment  to the Armed Forces.

The camp included the pre medical screening and scrutiny of document against the specified norms as directed by the recruitment offices. The Officers personally scrutinize the documents of the individuals and guided them on the various aspects of the recruitment. Prior to this pre-recruitment rally,30 Assam Rifles conducted the two weeks physical and written test training capsule for the aspirant candidates  at Nilakuti.In addition 139 candidates from general area Ukhrul were sent to Kohima by Assam Rifles in two civil vehicles to facilitate theirabsobtion in to Army.

Read more / Original news source: http://kanglaonline.com/2011/11/ar-organises-pre-recruitment-camp/

IMPHAL, Nov 11: 27 Assam Rifles of 9 Sector under HQ IGAR (South) provided administrative assistance for Annual Day functions of Holy Cross High School, Kakching Khunou on November 8. 

The function included a varied cultural entertainment programs. The highlights of the events were Manipuri traditional dances, songs and an ethnic fashion show. The efforts of the children to showcase the vibrant Manipuri culture were highly appreciated. Commandant 27 Assam Rifles graced the occasion as chief guest of the event and interacted with the students. He wished them “Good Luck and God Speed” in all their endeavors and hoped that they would contribute immensely to the society as responsible citizens.

Read more / Original news source: http://kanglaonline.com/2011/11/ar-provides-assistance-to-school/

IMPHAL, Nov 10: Retired IAS officer, P Saratchandra will contest the 10th state assembly election from Moirang assembly constituency.

A meeting held today at the residence of ex-minister Haji Heshamuddin unanimously decided to set up Saratchandra as a candidate of Moirng A/C in the coming state assembly election.

Meanwhile, ex-minister Heshamuddin today submitted his resignation from Manipur Pradesh Congress Committee to support Saratchandra in the election.

Read more / Original news source: http://kanglaonline.com/2011/11/former-bureaucrat-to-contest-election/

IMPHAL, Nov 9: The Governor of Manipur, Guru Nanak has greeted the people of Manipur on the auspicious and joyous occasion of Guru Nanak’s birthday.

The Governor’s message said, “Cutting across the barriers of caste and creed, encompassing followers and non-followers, leaving behind an eternal message of peaceful co-existence of mankind as a whole, the teachings of Guru Nanak are a logical path leading to salvation through love, compassion, mercy, benevolence, forgiveness, non-violence and renunciation of materialistic desires. His teachings are very relevant to the present situation when the atmosphere is marred by enmity, conflict and social tensions. While celebrating the birthday of this outstanding apostle of peace and non-violence we should pledge to follow his ideals, principles and values.”

Read more / Original news source: http://kanglaonline.com/2011/11/governor-greets-on-guru-nanak/

IMPHAL, Nov 9: Major General UK Gurung, YSM, IGAR (S) and all ranks of Assam Rifles has extended a very warm greetings and sincere goodwill to the people of Manipur on auspicious occasion of Guru Nanak Birth Day.

A statement has conveyed his earnest message of peace, harmony, unity and understanding on the joyous occasion. He earnestly wishes that all the goodwill and harmony will bring together all of us irrespective of caste, creed and faith. “May almighty lord bless us all on this special day of joy and happiness”, it said.

Read more / Original news source: http://kanglaonline.com/2011/11/greeting/

IMPHAL, Nov 9: The medical team of 27 Assam Rifles timely saved the life of a 40 years old man bittn by a venomous snake on November 9. The victm named Anganhal Singh, s/o N. Ibomcha Singh of Kakching, Thoubal was brought to the unit Hospital in a critical condition. The victims was immediately attended by the Medical officer who administered life saving anti snake venom. The patient was reffered to district hospital, Thoubal, for further management after his condition was stabilized.

Read more / Original news source: http://kanglaonline.com/2011/11/ar-save-snake-bite/

IMPHAL November 9: “Athokpam Weellee Luwang of Thokchom Leikai has been selected for the “National Child Award for Exceptional Achievement” for the year 2011 for excellence in the field of Taekwondo. The award will be presented on November 14, 2011 at the Plenary Hall, Vigyan Bhavan, New Delhi, a press release from the department of Social Welfare has stated. It has further notified that Athokpam Weelee Luwang should report to the directorate of social welfare near 2nd MR gate immediately.

Read more / Original news source: http://kanglaonline.com/2011/11/state-lad-selected-for-national-child-award/

IMPHAL November 9: The Manipuri Students’ Federation (MSF) in a press statement by its publicity secretary Th Shyamsunder has alleged that BOSEM officials may not meet the deadline of providing text books to the students for the new academic year.

It has stated that the printing of the books should be completed by January 2012 and the education minister and other concerned officials should take the matter seriously to meet the deadline or they would be held responsible by the MSF. Furter , it said that there was gross negligence of the BOSEM authorities as the text books for the academic year 2011 was not procured till August, whereas it should be made available by March.

Read more / Original news source: http://kanglaonline.com/2011/11/msf-alleged/

IMPHAL, Nov 8: A four member team (physically disable) of the “Beyond Barrier” as a part of their nationwide wide campaign to promote tourism for the disable and also senior citizen arrived in the state yesterday.

The team started their campaign from September 28 from Mumbai and conclude on December 20 Mumbai after covering 28 state in 82 days.

Read more / Original news source: http://kanglaonline.com/2011/11/beyond-dream-tour/

IMPHAL, Nov 8: A handyman of a truck was killed at Irang area when the rear tyre of the truck accidentally ran over him after he fell off from the truck last night around 9 pm.

The victim has been identified as Moirangthem Sailesh alias Ibungo, 30, s/o (L) Achou of Khurai Kongpal Laishram Leikai. The registration number of the truck is established as MNO1-5297.

Read more / Original news source: http://kanglaonline.com/2011/11/one-killed-in-mishap/