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IMPHAL April 22: The 141st birth anniversary of VI Lenin was celebrated today at Irawat bhavan organized by MSC/ CPI, Manipur.
The birth anniversary was celebrated in remembrance of his contributions and sacrifices that Lenin had contributed for the welfare of the society.
L. Thoiren, secretariat member MSC/CPI while giving his inaugural speech praised and remembered the works and contributions of this great reformer and visionary. During the occasion, other invitees and dignitaries also spoke on the theme Leninism and Socialism in 21st century.
The celebration was attended by many admirers, scholars and media persons from both print and electronic media. V.I. Lenin is one of the great thinker, political and social reformer and revolutionary of the late 20th century. He is mostly remembered for the Great October revolution of 1917 in Russia.

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IMPHAL April 24: A function of opening the Wangoi Branch of the Pangal Students’ Organization (PSO) was held at oinam Sawombung LP Madrasa today.
The function was attended by Rafijuddin, panchayat member and Md. Atous Rahaman ,president of PSO as the chief guest and president respectively.
The meeting deliberated on taking up development projects aimed at the minorities and welfare for the Muslim students.Md Mirza and Md Rafique were selected as the president and general secretary of the Wangoi branch.

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IMPHAL May 2: The trps of AssamRifles of 10 Sector under HQ IGAR(South) launched operation in genral area of Kalhang Road of Ukhrul District, having discovered movements of UG cadres and apprehended one NSCN(IM) cadre at around twelve p.m. on thirtieth of April who was identified as Jacob Shimray, 52 years old, s/o Angai Shimray from Merumphung, Chingai.

45 Auto Pistol and Kendwood 144MHz FM Tran receiver TH-22AT communication sets were recovered it further added.

In a similar situation, a KCP cadre was apprehended from YKPI market on the first of May who was identified as Lamkhogim Haokip alis Kiran, 24 years old, s/o Paosei from Vill-Kotien, Keithalmanbi. It further added that one Mobile Phone was recovered and handed over to Lamlai Police Station.

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IMPHAL May 3: The troops of 29 Assam Rifles under HQ IGAR(South) launched operation in general area of Sita track on the first of May and intercepted four individuals with banned wild life products in a Maruti Gypsy Regd MN-01K 2067, heading towards Moreh. All the individuals were from Tengnoupal and were identified as Douzathang Paocha, 31 years old , s/O Khai Lhun, Helun Mate, 30 years old, s/o Lilen and Mamang Mate, 25years old, according to press release by the 29 Assam Rifles of 26 Sector under HQ IGAR(SOUTH).

It further added that 15 kgs of Tiger bones with two skulls, one tiger skin weighing 4.5 kgs and was handed over to the Forest Department, Imphal after an FIR was lodged with Tegnoupal Police Station.

In yet another similar incident, the troops apprehended a Myanmarese national at around 4.30 p.m. on the first of May without valid document, who was identified as Myintoo alias Peter alias Bunny Pao, 38years old, s/o Uah Yel from Kyang Tong, Shan(Myanmar).One fake Indian driving license, wallet, mobile phone with Thailand SIM card ,two Myanmar SIM cards, one Indian SIM, foreign visiting cards along Indian and Thailand currency and was handed over to Tegnoupal Police Station, it further added.

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IMPHAL, May 6: In press release, the United NGOs Mission has strongly condemned the arrest of twenty five street vendors without proper consideration by the government, on their way to submit a memorandum. It further stated that it is wrong on the part of the government to coerce the vendors into shifting without proper assessment of the inevitable inconvenience; the vendors will face in the future.
It further appeals the concern authority for the release of the women in the best interest of their children.

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IMPHAL, May 9: A bullet ridden body of a male was recovered by Sapermaina Police today afternoon around 2:30pm from a culvert along the NH-39 near Kholep village.The victim is speculated to be around 35 years and bore multiple bullet injuries.The corpse has been deposited at RIMS morgue by the police for further identification.

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IMPHAL May 12: The proscribed KCP(MC) in a press statement by Korouhanba, assistant secretary military affairs of the outfit warns the INC candidates cannot contest the upcoming municipal elections under the congress banner.

It further states that the 27 councilors and 54 members which will contest for the elections can be a representative of any political party beside the INC. If the aspiring candidates have to contest, then they must substantiate their claim through the media that they have no ties with the congress party.

The outfit warns of dire consequences if the warning is not heeded by the contestants. It says that the decision to boycott the congress was taken by the outfit`™s Central Security Council earlier ,and the armed wing Kangleipak Feengang Lanmee(KFL) has been issued orders to carry out the necessary actions in the regard.

Further, the outfit appeals to the general public to stay away from the political conferences or any event associated with the INC election campaign as unwanted incidents may occur .

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IMPHAL, May 13: A book on traditional martial art Thang Ta called “Thanghairol” was released today at GM hall, Imphal. The book was released by legendary Thang Ta master L. Heramot.The book was released by Th. Nandakishore MLA, Kshetrigao A/C in the presence of titular King of Manipur Leisemba Sanajaoba during a formal function organized by the Kanglei Enat Thang Ta Shidam Sanglen.

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IMPHAL,May16: The Regional Council Conference of YMCA (north-east region) to be hosted by the Imphal unit of YMCA will be held on May 22 as disclosed in a press release by YMCA.A one day women assembly cum seminar will also take place in which the main speakers are Dr. Thomas, chairperson of WEC (Women Empowerment Committee), National Council of YMCA of India and other resource persons from outside the state.

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IMPHAL May 19: The result of the drawing and painting competition held in connection with the International Day of Biodiversity, which was organized by office of Biodiversity Board, Imphal, Government of Manipur has been declared.

In Group 1(class I to V), Sh. Santosh Singh from Kakching Wairi Ningthou Pareng, studying in Class V at Kakching Wairi High School got the 1st prize.

In Group 2 (class VI to XII), Sh. Asem Indrajit from Oinam Sawombung Awang Leikai studying in IX at The Brilliant Public School got the first prizes.

A prize distribution ceremony would be held on May 22 at Manipur Orchid Preservation Centre, Khongampat. The Students should reach the venue at 8.30 am I school uniform along with their teachers/ parents.

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IMPHAL, May 22: Photo Journalist, Jinendra Maibam, of the Imphal Free Press, Reuters and Epao, have been selected for the “Journalist Sawata Award 2011” given by Samata Sahitya Academy head office Yavotmal Maharastra, said a statement of the Bharatiya Dalit Sahitya Akademi, Delhi.
It said that the National award selection committee selected Jinendra Maibam for his outstanding works in the field of Photojournalist.

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IMPHAL May 26: The members of the Manipur Dramatic Union had convened a condolence meeting on the morning of May 25, presided by the union`™s president on the death of its former life member Bhramacharimayum Bhabananda Sharma who expired on May 21, said a press release by the General Secretary of the Union.

The release further added that B. Bhabananda Sharma had been associated with the union for a long time as stage and lighting technician. Reminiscing his association and contributions to the Union, a 2 minutes silence was also observed as a tribute to the departed soul during the meeting, the release added.

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IMPHAL, May 28: A two days campaign on Yoga and Naturopathy for holistic health was organized by CCRYN, Department of Ayush, Ministry of Health and FW, New Delhi. It was inaugurated today at CC Higher Secondary School by Dr. Thokchom Meinya as President and Y Surchandra Singh, IAS (Retd.), M Manihar Singh, Ex `“MLA, W Rajen Singh, director of education, Dr SK Shyamjai Singh, Ayush officer, Dr SK Kejariwal, professor at JNU, Dr Rastogi, assistant director (CCYN) AS Guests of Honour at the inaugural function, according to a press release by the Indian Naturopathy and Yoga Medical Graduate Association.

It was participated by two hundred and forty five people. The President and the Guests of Honour stated that yoga and naturopathy is a must for holistic health of the people.

Dr. M Sarju explained about the naturopathy concept for general health and disease and she further extended on topics of Women problems (menstrual disorders, pregnancy) through yoga and nature cure. L W Ananta, yoga expert, explained about diabetes and its management through yoga demonstration. The aim of the campaign was to make awareness on health conscious through yoga and naturopathy, it added.

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IMPHAL, May 30: The science and Teachers’ Forum, Manipur is organizing spot painting competition for students in two categories which includes class III to V on the theme of “Balance Environment” and class VI to VII on the theme “Forest and responsibility of the Youth” on June 3, 2011 at 2 pm in connection with the observance of world environment Day 2011, informed a Science Teachers’ Forum, Manipur.

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IMPHAL, June 7: The Medical Team of 18 Sikh Regiment has saved a lady being bitten by a venomous snake on June 7.
The victim is identified as one Salam Ashalata Devi, 53, of Chingamaklo Maisuam Leikai of Imphal West district. She was brought to the unit hospital in a critical condition and administered with anti snake venom, informed a statement of the PRO IGAR (S).

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IMPHAL, June 10: The painting competition under the theme “Think Green Live Green” was organized by the MBC Centre Church on Sunday, 5th June in connection with the World Environment Day celebration. The result of three categories are here below:-Sub junior: 1st position- Baby Brianna Woleng, 2nd position- Calvin, 3rd position- Mayosing. Junior: 1st position- Rahul Yumnam, 2nd position- Babloo Chetan Sood, 3rd position- Kowarson Saka, Senior:       1st position- Y. Ricky, 2nd position- Tomuilin Maring, 3rd Position- Tochanme Keishang.

The Prize distribution will be held at MBC Centre Church on June 12 at 7a.m.

The judges of the painting competition were Elizabeth Thaisu wife of DD Thaisu, minister YAS & Edu, L Anil (artist), N. Shimreichon, K. Shangningden and Ajay Kumar Sood, proprietor MM World, MajorKhul.

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IMPHAL, June 9: In yet another case of theft in Imphal Bazar area where security forces deployed for round the clock, unidentified looters broke open shutters of two electronic shops located at Paona International market.
Some DVD machine and money in cash around Rs 2000 were looted namely Sunrise Electronics and Chingtham Brothers Enterprises.
The DVD machines were left behind but some cash stored at the shops have been taken away by the looters.
Owner’s of the two shops expressed concern about state police’s inability to nab gang who are frequently looting shops in Imphal city area.

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From Kaimuanthang
LAMKA, Jun 15: At least three people have died in separate incidents in Churachandpur district today.
In the first incident two youths were reportedly drowned at the Khuga dam when their boat capsized in the Khuga dam multipurpose upstream.

The victims were identified as Dalsangluai, 18, s/o Goukhenpau from Bungmual village and his friend Paukhanthang s/o K Dongzalam from New Lamka.

The duo along with their friends was rowing a makeshift boat at the upstream of the dam when their boat capsized due to over capacity.

Soon after the incident their bodies were fished out of the water and were rushed to the district hospital. However doctors at the hospital declared them brought dead, said the sources.

In another incident a construction labourer was electrocuted this morning at new Lamka.

The victim is identified as one Khamkhanpiang, 35, s/o Ginjanang of Tangnuam village.

Sources said that the incident occurred around 9:20 am while the victim was working at a construction site.

The victim was carrying an iron bar upto the upper floor of the building when unluckily the bar he was carrying touched the HT line located very close and died instantly due to the shock, said the sources.

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IMPHAL June 18: 16 Maratha Light Infantry of Loktak Brigade, under Red Shield Division organised a cultural exchange programme at Kwakta today.

The rich customs and traditions and the ethnic diversity of Manipur was showcased by the local troupes who performed Meitei, Naga, Kuki and Pangal events. The security forces from their side showcased their respective traditional events including Lazim (Martial dance of Maharashtra), Bhangra (traditional dance of Punjab), Khukri dance.

A total of 50 boys and girls of various age groups belonging to Bishnupur, Churachandpur and Tamenglong districts participated in the said programme. The programme was being organised to ensure peace and  to foster unity among all ethnic groups and showcase the unity in diversity existing in the security forces.

The commanding officer welcomed all participants and public on the occasion and assured them that the Army will always make the extra effort to ensure peace and to bridge the ethnic divide in the area.

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IMPHAL, June 21(Newmai News Network): The Saikul unit of Kuki Inpi and Kuki Students Organisation (KSO) said they will oppose tooth and nail to the proposed construction of a police station at Purum Likli village under Saikul subdivision. 

The two Kuki organisations said such move of the state government of Manipur amounts to `militarisation` of the hill areas. Kuki Inpi, Saikul and KSO (Saikul) alleged that the state government had taken the decision to set up the police station there without taking the consent of the local people. They said any plan which is carried out without the consent of the local people is “violation of the rights of the people.” The two Kuki bodies then said ever since the Suspension of Operation (SoO) was signed with the Kuki underground groups the situation has been peaceful and “the need for setting up of the police station there is not needed.”

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