2nd Kwatha Festival – Day 1

2nd Kwatha Festival, 2017 hosted by Roots For Freedom and Kwatha Peoples Welfare Organisation was held from October 27 to October 29, 2017. Various events including cultural items, songs and even thabal chongba were performed during the three day long festival which was organised at Kwatha Village in Tengnoupal District. Photos by : Laishram Ranbir

2nd Kwatha Festival, 2017 hosted by Roots For Freedom and Kwatha Peoples Welfare Organisation was held from October 27 to October 29, 2017. Various events including cultural items, songs and even thabal chongba were performed during the three day long festival which was organised at Kwatha Village in Tengnoupal District. Photos by : Laishram Ranbir

Read more / Original news source: http://kanglaonline.com/2017/11/2nd-kwatha-festival-day-1/

Delhi Police organizes Quiz Competition at North East Festival to Raise Awareness about Northeast India

‘Rebellion Bejewelled’ a story of an outlaw to contributed immensely to society showcased Bollywood singer Papon enthralled more than a lakh people in an energetic performance in the evening New Delhi, 4th November, 2017: North East Festival, a festival that brings the numerous colours and talents of the region to Delhi, associated with Delhi Police […]

‘Rebellion Bejewelled’ a story of an outlaw to contributed immensely to society showcased Bollywood singer Papon enthralled more than a lakh people in an energetic performance in the evening New Delhi, 4th November, 2017: North East Festival, a festival that brings the numerous colours and talents of the region to Delhi, associated with Delhi Police […]

Read more / Original news source: http://kanglaonline.com/2017/11/delhi-police-organizes-quiz-competition-at-north-east-festival-to-raise-awareness-about-northeast-india/

Delhi Police organizes Quiz Competition at North East Festival to Raise Awareness about Northeast India

‘Rebellion Bejewelled’ a story of an outlaw to contributed immensely to society showcased Bollywood singer Papon enthralled more than a lakh people in an energetic performance in the evening New Delhi, 4th November, 2017: North East Festival, a festival that brings the numerous colours and talents of the region to Delhi, associated with Delhi Police […]

‘Rebellion Bejewelled’ a story of an outlaw to contributed immensely to society showcased Bollywood singer Papon enthralled more than a lakh people in an energetic performance in the evening New Delhi, 4th November, 2017: North East Festival, a festival that brings the numerous colours and talents of the region to Delhi, associated with Delhi Police […]

Read more / Original news source: http://kanglaonline.com/2017/11/delhi-police-organizes-quiz-competition-at-north-east-festival-to-raise-awareness-about-northeast-india/

Nightlife of Khwairamband Keithel

Women vendor of Khwairamband Ima Keithel, the only women market known in the world, on the street (despite heavy rain), at the wee hour of October 21, 2017. Photos by: Laishram Ranbir

Women vendor of Khwairamband Ima Keithel, the only women market known in the world, on the street (despite heavy rain), at the wee hour of October 21, 2017. Photos by: Laishram Ranbir

Read more / Original news source: http://kanglaonline.com/2017/10/nightlife-of-khwairamband-keithel/

Deepavali night in Imphal city

Deepavali night in Imphal city. Less celebration of the festive has been witness this year apart from thunders of different fire crackers despite banned by district administration, on October 19, 2017. Photos by :Laishram Ranbir

Deepavali night in Imphal city. Less celebration of the festive has been witness this year apart from thunders of different fire crackers despite banned by district administration, on October 19, 2017. Photos by :Laishram Ranbir

Read more / Original news source: http://kanglaonline.com/2017/10/deepavali-night-in-imphal-city/

Sinnai Leichal

Sinnai Leichal, a fashion event to promote traditional Wangkheiphee organised by Wangkheiphee Mantri’s Handloom at Wangkhei Meiphoupham Lampak on October 14, 2017. Photos by : Laishram Ranbir

Sinnai Leichal, a fashion event to promote traditional Wangkheiphee organised by Wangkheiphee Mantri’s Handloom at Wangkhei Meiphoupham Lampak on October 14, 2017. Photos by : Laishram Ranbir

Read more / Original news source: http://kanglaonline.com/2017/10/sinnai-leichal/

Construction work of Barak and Makru bridges along NH37, Imphal and Jiribam

Beginning of construction work of Barak and Makru bridges along National highway 37, Imphal and Jiribam at the location of their foundation stones by N Biren Singh, Chief Minister of Manipur on October 12, 2017. Photos by : Laishram Ranbir

Beginning of construction work of Barak and Makru bridges along National highway 37, Imphal and Jiribam at the location of their foundation stones by N Biren Singh, Chief Minister of Manipur on October 12, 2017. Photos by : Laishram Ranbir

Read more / Original news source: http://kanglaonline.com/2017/10/construction-work-of-barak-and-makru-bridges-along-nh37-imphal-and-jiribam/

Royal Riders Manipur in Association with Nagaland Motorcycle Club organised Free Health Camp at Tening, Nagaland

Royal Enfield riders from Royal Riders, Manipur (RRM), toured the border areas of the neighbouring states which do not have proper roads and communication system and organised free medical camp. For four days from September 29, 2017 to October 2, 2017, the riders of RRM in association with Nagaland Motorcycle Club toured to Tening Village […]

Royal Enfield riders from Royal Riders, Manipur (RRM), toured the border areas of the neighbouring states which do not have proper roads and communication system and organised free medical camp. For four days from September 29, 2017 to October 2, 2017, the riders of RRM in association with Nagaland Motorcycle Club toured to Tening Village […]

Read more / Original news source: http://kanglaonline.com/2017/10/royal-riders-manipur-in-association-with-nagaland-motorcycle-club-organised-free-health-camp-at-tening-nagaland/

6th AGM of AMAND Pune cum Annual Cultural evening “Noingin gi Tantha”

The Association of Manipuri Diaspora (AMAND), Pune organized its 6th AGM cum Annual Cultural evening, “Nongin gi Tantha” on Sunday, the 1st Oct 2017 at the Symbiosis International University Auditorium, Viman Nagar, Campus, Pune, with its motto “Let them know us as we know them”. This program is organised in association with the Symbiosis Ishanya […]

The Association of Manipuri Diaspora (AMAND), Pune organized its 6th AGM cum Annual Cultural evening, “Nongin gi Tantha” on Sunday, the 1st Oct 2017 at the Symbiosis International University Auditorium, Viman Nagar, Campus, Pune, with its motto “Let them know us as we know them”. This program is organised in association with the Symbiosis Ishanya […]

Read more / Original news source: http://kanglaonline.com/2017/10/6th-agm-of-amand-pune-cum-annual-cultural-evening-noingin-gi-tantha/

World Tourism Day – 2017

World Tourism Day, 2017 organised by Tourism Department, Government of Manipur under the theme “Sustainable Tourism – a tool for development” was held at Phayeng Village, Imphal West on September 29, 2017. Cultural items like Khou Chongba, Thougal Jagoi, Exhibition of Mukna, Wa-Chingba (Khangching), Chakpa Song and different musical items were performed including “The Vinyl […]

World Tourism Day, 2017 organised by Tourism Department, Government of Manipur under the theme “Sustainable Tourism – a tool for development” was held at Phayeng Village, Imphal West on September 29, 2017. Cultural items like Khou Chongba, Thougal Jagoi, Exhibition of Mukna, Wa-Chingba (Khangching), Chakpa Song and different musical items were performed including “The Vinyl […]

Read more / Original news source: http://kanglaonline.com/2017/10/world-tourism-day-2017/

World Tourism Day – 2017

World Tourism Day, 2017 organised by Tourism Department, Government of Manipur under the theme “Sustainable Tourism – a tool for development” was held at Phayeng Village, Imphal West on September 29, 2017. Cultural items like Khou Chongba, Thougal Jagoi, Exhibition of Mukna, Wa-Chingba (Khangching), Chakpa Song and different musical items were performed including “The Vinyl […]

World Tourism Day, 2017 organised by Tourism Department, Government of Manipur under the theme “Sustainable Tourism – a tool for development” was held at Phayeng Village, Imphal West on September 29, 2017. Cultural items like Khou Chongba, Thougal Jagoi, Exhibition of Mukna, Wa-Chingba (Khangching), Chakpa Song and different musical items were performed including “The Vinyl […]

Read more / Original news source: http://kanglaonline.com/2017/10/world-tourism-day-2017/

66th Death Anniversary of Lamyanba Hijam Irabot

66th Death Anniversary of Lamyanba Hijam Irabot and 2nd State Level March Past Competition organised by Manipur Proletariat Peoples Democratic Union, Socialist Students Union of Manipur Struggle Committee Manipur at Thau Ground, Thangmeiband, Imphal on September 26, 2017. Cultural items were also presented during the event. Altogether 12 Schools, 7 in the senior category and […]

66th Death Anniversary of Lamyanba Hijam Irabot and 2nd State Level March Past Competition organised by Manipur Proletariat Peoples Democratic Union, Socialist Students Union of Manipur Struggle Committee Manipur at Thau Ground, Thangmeiband, Imphal on September 26, 2017. Cultural items were also presented during the event. Altogether 12 Schools, 7 in the senior category and […]

Read more / Original news source: http://kanglaonline.com/2017/09/66th-death-anniversary-of-lamyanba-hijam-irabot/

11th Mega Marathon, Manipur 2017

Laithangbam Ranjan Singh and Nongthombam Chaoba Devi clinch men’s and women’s title in 11th Mega Marathon 2017 Laithangbam Ranjan Singh (1303) of Sunu Siphai in Bishnupur District and ASI in Pune and Nongthombam Chaoba Devi (857)of Luwangshangbam respectively clinched the men’s and women’s title of the 11th Mega Marathon – Run for Your Nation, organised by […]

Laithangbam Ranjan Singh and Nongthombam Chaoba Devi clinch men’s and women’s title in 11th Mega Marathon 2017 Laithangbam Ranjan Singh (1303) of Sunu Siphai in Bishnupur District and ASI in Pune and Nongthombam Chaoba Devi (857)of Luwangshangbam respectively clinched the men’s and women’s title of the 11th Mega Marathon – Run for Your Nation, organised by […]

Read more / Original news source: http://kanglaonline.com/2017/09/11th-mega-marathon-manipur-2017/

Leikang Thambal

Night Blooming Cereus also known as Leikang Thambal in Manipuri taken during night time. As indicated by the name, flower of these cactus family plant blooms appear at night time and soon close after the sun rises. In late spring to early summer, the plant is adorned by a very large white fragrant flower where […]

Night Blooming Cereus also known as Leikang Thambal in Manipuri taken during night time. As indicated by the name, flower of these cactus family plant blooms appear at night time and soon close after the sun rises. In late spring to early summer, the plant is adorned by a very large white fragrant flower where […]

Read more / Original news source: http://kanglaonline.com/2017/09/leikang-thambal/

Sirarakhong Waterfall

Sirarakhong Waterfall is a waterfall which lies about 7 km from Sirarakhong Village main ground and about 72 km from Imphal. One can visit the waterfall by vehicle with special gear as the roadway is not in good condition or one can track down by foot which will hardly take about 2 hours from the […]

Sirarakhong Waterfall is a waterfall which lies about 7 km from Sirarakhong Village main ground and about 72 km from Imphal. One can visit the waterfall by vehicle with special gear as the roadway is not in good condition or one can track down by foot which will hardly take about 2 hours from the […]

Read more / Original news source: http://kanglaonline.com/2017/09/sirarakhong-waterfall/

The 8th Sirarakhong HATHEI PHANIT (Chilli Festival), 2017

Choreography and Practical demonstration of chilli cultivation by Sirarakhong Katamnao Long during the 8th Hathei Phanit, 2017 at Sirarakhong Village in Ukhrul District. Photos by: Ranbir Laishram

Choreography and Practical demonstration of chilli cultivation by Sirarakhong Katamnao Long during the 8th Hathei Phanit, 2017 at Sirarakhong Village in Ukhrul District. Photos by: Ranbir Laishram

Read more / Original news source: http://kanglaonline.com/2017/09/the-8th-sirarakhong-hathei-phanit-chilli-festival-2017/

52nd Hunger Marchers’ Day (Chaklam Khongchat)

Befitting tribute paid to the student martyrs on 52nd Hunger Marchers’ Day (Chaklam Khongchat). Despite heavy rain, 52nd Hunger Marchers’ Day (Chaklam Khongchat Numit) was observed under the aegis of All Manipur Students’ Union (AMSU) on August 27, 2017. The observance function began with the hoisting the flag of the students’ body by its president […]

Befitting tribute paid to the student martyrs on 52nd Hunger Marchers’ Day (Chaklam Khongchat). Despite heavy rain, 52nd Hunger Marchers’ Day (Chaklam Khongchat Numit) was observed under the aegis of All Manipur Students’ Union (AMSU) on August 27, 2017. The observance function began with the hoisting the flag of the students’ body by its president […]

Read more / Original news source: http://kanglaonline.com/2017/08/52nd-hunger-marchers-day-chaklam-khongchat/

10th State Level Manipur Pineapple Festival, 2017

Some photos of the 10th State Level Pineapple Festival, 2017, held at Khousabung in Churachandpur District on August 26, 2017. Photos by: Laishram Ranbir

Some photos of the 10th State Level Pineapple Festival, 2017, held at Khousabung in Churachandpur District on August 26, 2017. Photos by: Laishram Ranbir

Read more / Original news source: http://kanglaonline.com/2017/08/10th-state-level-manipur-pineapple-festival-2017/

Neglected for more than a decade, villagers built their own bridge, still risk their lives in monsoon season

Laishram Ranbir “Men have reached the moon and with the rapid development growth in every part of the country, states and cities, there are places still neglected by the so called ruler of the state, the Government.” It has been more than a decade, villagers of Luwangsanggol hopes for development and good governance in their […]

Laishram Ranbir “Men have reached the moon and with the rapid development growth in every part of the country, states and cities, there are places still neglected by the so called ruler of the state, the Government.” It has been more than a decade, villagers of Luwangsanggol hopes for development and good governance in their […]

Read more / Original news source: http://kanglaonline.com/2017/08/neglected-for-more-than-a-decade-villagers-built-their-own-bridge-still-risk-their-lives-in-monsoon-season/

Mass Protest Rally

Mass protest rally against the acts of religious persecution and denial of the last religious rite to Late Rita Haorei of Ukhrul district, Manipur carried out from Don Bosco School Ground, Chingmeirong on August 17, 2017. Large number of students and peoples took part in the mass rally which began from Don Bosco School Ground, […]

Mass protest rally against the acts of religious persecution and denial of the last religious rite to Late Rita Haorei of Ukhrul district, Manipur carried out from Don Bosco School Ground, Chingmeirong on August 17, 2017. Large number of students and peoples took part in the mass rally which began from Don Bosco School Ground, […]

Read more / Original news source: http://kanglaonline.com/2017/08/mass-protest-rally/