Trucks fired at, driver hurt

IMPHAL, Dec 13: Two trucks were fired upon at two different places injuring one of the drivers along Imphal-Jiribam highway amidst the indefinite economic blockade being imposed by the United Naga Council (UNC) on National Highways connected to and from Imphal. The injured driver has been identified as Khulem Ibomcha (44) of Khumbong Khaidem Awang […]

IMPHAL, Dec 13: Two trucks were fired upon at two different places injuring one of the drivers along Imphal-Jiribam highway amidst the indefinite economic blockade being imposed by the United Naga Council (UNC) on National Highways connected to and from Imphal. The injured driver has been identified as Khulem Ibomcha (44) of Khumbong Khaidem Awang […]

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Many more oppose creation of 7 new dists

Our Correspondents/NNN Against Jiribam TAMENGONG, Dec 12 : Tousem Headquarters Students’ Union has strongly opposed the declaration of Jiribam sub-division as a full-fledged revenue district. In a statement Joseph Newme, president of Tousem HQs Students’ Union said that people of Tousem will strongly oppose the creation of Jiribam district if land under Tousem sub-division is […]

Our Correspondents/NNN Against Jiribam TAMENGONG, Dec 12 : Tousem Headquarters Students’ Union has strongly opposed the declaration of Jiribam sub-division as a full-fledged revenue district. In a statement Joseph Newme, president of Tousem HQs Students’ Union said that people of Tousem will strongly oppose the creation of Jiribam district if land under Tousem sub-division is […]

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Trucks fired at, driver hurt

IMPHAL, Dec 13: Two trucks were fired upon at two different places injuring one of the drivers along Imphal-Jiribam highway amidst the indefinite economic blockade being imposed by the United Naga Council (UNC) on National Highways connected to and fro…

IMPHAL, Dec 13: Two trucks were fired upon at two different places injuring one of the drivers along Imphal-Jiribam highway amidst the indefinite economic blockade being imposed by the United Naga Council (UNC) on National Highways connected to and from Imphal.

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In memory of a Nupi Lan leader

In memory of one of the versatile leaders of Nupi Lan 1939 Tongbram Shabi, her statue was erected at Ningthem Pukhri Mapal a few years back and also a road was named after her as Sabhi Leirak as a mark of respect for the great work done by her. Late Tongbram Shabi d/o T Ningthoukhomba […]

In memory of one of the versatile leaders of Nupi Lan 1939 Tongbram Shabi, her statue was erected at Ningthem Pukhri Mapal a few years back and also a road was named after her as Sabhi Leirak as a mark of respect for the great work done by her. Late Tongbram Shabi d/o T Ningthoukhomba […]

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Blockade in Manipur a gross violation of law : MHA warns

NEW DELHI, Dec 12 (PTI):With the indefinite blockade of highways in Manipur by a Naga group (UNC) creating crisis, the Centre on Monday warned that no one will be allowed to take the law in their hands and denounced the “illegal” action as a crime against humanity.

NEW DELHI, Dec 12 (PTI):With the indefinite blockade of highways in Manipur by a Naga group (UNC) creating crisis, the Centre on Monday warned that no one will be allowed to take the law in their hands and denounced the “illegal” action as a crime against humanity.

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77th Nupi Lan anniv observed all over

IMPHAL, Dec 12: The 77th Nupi Lan was observed today at THAU Ground, Thangmeiband by Apunba Manipur Kanba Lup (AMKIL), Kanglamei, Poirei Leimarol, All Manipur Women Voluntary Asso-ciation (AMAWOVA), Nupi Samaj, Tammi Chingmi and Meira Paibi Welfare As…

IMPHAL, Dec 12: The 77th Nupi Lan was observed today at THAU Ground, Thangmeiband by Apunba Manipur Kanba Lup (AMKIL), Kanglamei, Poirei Leimarol, All Manipur Women Voluntary Asso-ciation (AMAWOVA), Nupi Samaj, Tammi Chingmi and Meira Paibi Welfare Association, Kangleipak (MEPWAK) today.

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Gadkari promises Rs 22,000 Cr road package, Jiri line to be handed to NHIDCL

IMPHAL, Dec 11: Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) Nitin Gadkari today laid the foundation stone for 17 highway projects covering 493 Kms at a function held at 1st MR parade ground.Speaking at the gathering, Nitin Gadkari stated that highways and transport infrastructure of Manipur would be developed within the next three/four years […]

IMPHAL, Dec 11: Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) Nitin Gadkari today laid the foundation stone for 17 highway projects covering 493 Kms at a function held at 1st MR parade ground.Speaking at the gathering, Nitin Gadkari stated that highways and transport infrastructure of Manipur would be developed within the next three/four years […]

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Gadkari promises Rs 22,000 Cr road package, Jiri line to be handed to NHIDCL

IMPHAL, Dec 11: Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) Nitin Gadkari today laid the foundation stone for 17 highway projects covering 493 Kms at a function held at 1st MR parade ground.
Speaking at the gathering, Nitin Gadkari stated t…

IMPHAL, Dec 11: Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) Nitin Gadkari today laid the foundation stone for 17 highway projects covering 493 Kms at a function held at 1st MR parade ground.
Speaking at the gathering, Nitin Gadkari stated that highways and transport infrastructure of Manipur would be developed within the next three/four years under a package of Rs 22,000 crore.

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T Ranjit takes over as first DC of new district Kpi erupts in joy with night long celebration

KANGPOKPI, Dec 9 : In a historic event that will remain in the minds of the people of Sadar Hills, young and old, men and women, boys and girls, T Ranjit Singh, IAS took charge as the first ever Deputy Commissioner of Kangpokpi district today at around 3.30 pm at the office of the Deputy […]

KANGPOKPI, Dec 9 : In a historic event that will remain in the minds of the people of Sadar Hills, young and old, men and women, boys and girls, T Ranjit Singh, IAS took charge as the first ever Deputy Commissioner of Kangpokpi district today at around 3.30 pm at the office of the Deputy […]

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UNC chief Gaidon Kamei rearrested

Gaidon and Stephen remanded to 7 days police custody United Naga Council (UNC) president, Gaidon Kamei and publicity secretary of the council, Sangkhel Stephen, were formally re-arrested by the Tadubi police station today from the court complex of Chief Judicial Magistrate, (CJM) Imphal East and remanded to custody of Tadubi police for seven days. The […]

Gaidon and Stephen remanded to 7 days police custody United Naga Council (UNC) president, Gaidon Kamei and publicity secretary of the council, Sangkhel Stephen, were formally re-arrested by the Tadubi police station today from the court complex of Chief Judicial Magistrate, (CJM) Imphal East and remanded to custody of Tadubi police for seven days. The […]

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Gaidon, Stephen remanded till Dec 22

IMPHAL, Dec 8: The Court of Chief Judicial Magistrate, Imphal East has rejected the bail plea of United Naga Council (UNC) president Gaidon Kamei and information secretary SK Stephen and they have been remanded to judicial custody till December 22.

IMPHAL, Dec 8: The Court of Chief Judicial Magistrate, Imphal East has rejected the bail plea of United Naga Council (UNC) president Gaidon Kamei and information secretary SK Stephen and they have been remanded to judicial custody till December 22.

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SH Mahila Cong members resign from party

SADAR HILLS, Dec 8: Taking strong exception to the alleged ‘betrayal’ over the Sadar Hills district issue as well as following the immense pressure mounted by the JAC for Sadar Hills, members of the Mahila District Congress Committee Sadar Hills have resigned from the primary membership of the Congress party yesterday. The resignation letter was […]

SADAR HILLS, Dec 8: Taking strong exception to the alleged ‘betrayal’ over the Sadar Hills district issue as well as following the immense pressure mounted by the JAC for Sadar Hills, members of the Mahila District Congress Committee Sadar Hills have resigned from the primary membership of the Congress party yesterday. The resignation letter was […]

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Manipur rightfully deserves Cultural Varsity

Having seen the colourful dance forms presented by the artists of state, Governor Najma Heptulla expressed that ‘Manipur is a right place to have a Cultural University’. The Manipur Governor was speaking during a special cultural programme organised in honour of the Governor of Manipur held at Chandrakirti Auditorium, Palace Compound, today. The special cultural […]

Having seen the colourful dance forms presented by the artists of state, Governor Najma Heptulla expressed that ‘Manipur is a right place to have a Cultural University’. The Manipur Governor was speaking during a special cultural programme organised in honour of the Governor of Manipur held at Chandrakirti Auditorium, Palace Compound, today. The special cultural […]

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Time has come for deliverance of Nagas : Anthony Ningkhan Shimray Naga integration still on the radar of NSCN (IM)

Ukhrul, Dec 7 : Senior NSCN (IM) leader, Lt Gen Anthony Ningkhan Shimray has categorically stated that Nagas would be free from Indian political domination and added that the 70 years of struggle of the Nagas will be politically resolved soon.

Ukhrul, Dec 7 : Senior NSCN (IM) leader, Lt Gen Anthony Ningkhan Shimray has categorically stated that Nagas would be free from Indian political domination and added that the 70 years of struggle of the Nagas will be politically resolved soon.

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Church leaders’ appeal to UNC to lift blockade cuts no ice UCM urged to roll back ultimatum

IMPHAL, Dec 7 : Tribal Church leaders have today appealed to the United Naga Council to lift the economic blockade imposed along the National Highways of the State. All Manipur Christian Organisation (AMCO) president Dr Prim Vaiphei in a press meet held at Manipur Press Club today said the UCM’s economic blockade has worsened the […]

IMPHAL, Dec 7 : Tribal Church leaders have today appealed to the United Naga Council to lift the economic blockade imposed along the National Highways of the State. All Manipur Christian Organisation (AMCO) president Dr Prim Vaiphei in a press meet held at Manipur Press Club today said the UCM’s economic blockade has worsened the […]

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UCM convenes public convention on Dec 9

IMPHAL, Dec 7: Taking strong exception to the UNC’s announcement to tighten the protracted economic blockade rather than paying any heed to its appeal to lift the same, the United Committee Manipur (UCM) has decided to tackle the issue in consultation with the people of Manipur.

IMPHAL, Dec 7: Taking strong exception to the UNC’s announcement to tighten the protracted economic blockade rather than paying any heed to its appeal to lift the same, the United Committee Manipur (UCM) has decided to tackle the issue in consultation with the people of Manipur.

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1 hr shutdown observed to demand ST status

IMPHAL, Dec 6 : Life in several parts of Manipur valley was disrupted as people observed a one-hour total shutdown to demand inclusion of Meitei/Meetei in the Scheduled Tribe category under the Constitution. Organised under the banner of the Coordinating Body on Scheduled Tribe Demand Committee Manipur, markets in Imphal and other valley districts were […]

IMPHAL, Dec 6 : Life in several parts of Manipur valley was disrupted as people observed a one-hour total shutdown to demand inclusion of Meitei/Meetei in the Scheduled Tribe category under the Constitution. Organised under the banner of the Coordinating Body on Scheduled Tribe Demand Committee Manipur, markets in Imphal and other valley districts were […]

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Winners of Miss Manipur 2016.

Contestant no. 11 – Phapha Gachui Crown Miss Manipur of 2016 Contestant no. 1 – Urmila Shagolsem Crown 1st Runner Up of Miss Manipur 2016 and Contestant no. 3 – Rajkumari Linthoisana Crown 2nd Runner Up of Miss Manipur 2016 Contestant no. 5 – Teresa Meinam as Miss Popularity by Kangla Online through online public […]

Contestant no. 11 – Phapha Gachui Crown Miss Manipur of 2016 Contestant no. 1 – Urmila Shagolsem Crown 1st Runner Up of Miss Manipur 2016 and Contestant no. 3 – Rajkumari Linthoisana Crown 2nd Runner Up of Miss Manipur 2016 Contestant no. 5 – Teresa Meinam as Miss Popularity by Kangla Online through online public […]

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693 trucks set to move from Jiri today

Jiribam, Dec 6 : 693 loaded trucks which are presently stranded at Jiribam will be proceeding to Imphal with tight security tomorrow, our correspondent reports.
The number of loaded trucks is likely to increase tomorrow, sources said.

Jiribam, Dec 6 : 693 loaded trucks which are presently stranded at Jiribam will be proceeding to Imphal with tight security tomorrow, our correspondent reports.
The number of loaded trucks is likely to increase tomorrow, sources said.

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Date set for foundation stones of NH-37 bridges

IMPHAL, Dec 6: Foundation stones for Barak and Makru bridges which would be constructed anew will be laid on December 11.

IMPHAL, Dec 6: Foundation stones for Barak and Makru bridges which would be constructed anew will be laid on December 11.

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