Paban Kumar’s ‘Phum Shang’ wins Golden Conch Award at MIFF 2016

IMPHAL, February 3: Haobam Paban Kumar’s non-feature film ‘Phum Shang’ (Floating Life) has clinched the Golden Conch Award in the international competition section for the documentary film under 60 minutes category at the 14th edition of Mumbai International Festival for Documentary, Short and Animation Films, popularly known as MIFF. The award carries a cash prize

IMPHAL, February 3: Haobam Paban Kumar’s non-feature film ‘Phum Shang’ (Floating Life) has clinched the Golden Conch Award in the international competition section for the documentary film under 60 minutes category at the 14th edition of Mumbai International Festival for Documentary, Short and Animation Films, popularly known as MIFF. The award carries a cash prize

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Lilong patients land at PHC after being discharged from RIMS

IMPHAL, January 3: The RIMS authority today discharged atleast 33 of the patients admitted from Lilong area with symptoms similar to cholera, even though they are yet to recover fully, according to local sources. It may be mentioned that more than 200 …

IMPHAL, January 3: The RIMS authority today discharged atleast 33 of the patients admitted from Lilong area with symptoms similar to cholera, even though they are yet to recover fully, according to local sources. It may be mentioned that more than 200 persons from Lilong Chingjao and Lilong Nungei Villages were reportedly admitted at different

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Girl orphaned by mob-violence alleges relatives of kidnapping sister

IMPHAL, February 3: A-17 year old orphan whose parents were killed in a mob-violence in 2010 has called upon all concerned including the police and child support groups to help her younger brother and sister. A visibly emotional Moshma called a press c…

IMPHAL, February 3: A-17 year old orphan whose parents were killed in a mob-violence in 2010 has called upon all concerned including the police and child support groups to help her younger brother and sister. A visibly emotional Moshma called a press conference at the Manipur Press Club today. She alleged that her paternal uncle

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Ak Sanaton demands Sovakiran to step down from MPP leadership

IMPHAL, February 3: In a clear show of the divide in the Manipur Peoples’ Party, Ak Sanaton said N Sovakiran should step down on moral grounds for failing to sustain the party, and allow the others led by himself to revive it. Speaking to media persons at a press conference today, Sanaton, who was supported

IMPHAL, February 3: In a clear show of the divide in the Manipur Peoples’ Party, Ak Sanaton said N Sovakiran should step down on moral grounds for failing to sustain the party, and allow the others led by himself to revive it. Speaking to media persons at a press conference today, Sanaton, who was supported

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Why AFSPA in a Democratic Country like India ?

By URIKHIMBAM JENISON   The people of the North Eastern region of India, particularly Manipur, suffer the most since the imposition of the Armed Forces (Special Powers Act), 1958. It has been more than 50 years since the people of Manipur have been living with this lawless law or rather the Act to be precise.

By URIKHIMBAM JENISON   The people of the North Eastern region of India, particularly Manipur, suffer the most since the imposition of the Armed Forces (Special Powers Act), 1958. It has been more than 50 years since the people of Manipur have been living with this lawless law or rather the Act to be precise.

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AMWJU to fete IFP senior reporter

IMPHAL, Feb 2: All Manipur Working Journalists’ Union (AMWJU) will be organizing a felicitation function at Manipur Press Club on February 3 in honor of senior reporter of Imphal Free Press, Paochel Chaoba whose investigative report on the killing of Chungkham Sanjit and Rabina left a deep impact not only in the State but in

IMPHAL, Feb 2: All Manipur Working Journalists’ Union (AMWJU) will be organizing a felicitation function at Manipur Press Club on February 3 in honor of senior reporter of Imphal Free Press, Paochel Chaoba whose investigative report on the killing of Chungkham Sanjit and Rabina left a deep impact not only in the State but in

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ANSAM reacts against February 6 rally

KANGPOKPI, February 2: Strongly reacting against the proposed United Committee Manipur (UMC) rally on February in Imphal, the All Naga Students’ Association, Manipur (ANSAM) today said that there are many questions regarding the proposed February 6 rally which needs answers. ANSAM president Seth Shatsang alleged that the proposed UCM rally to protest the August 3,

KANGPOKPI, February 2: Strongly reacting against the proposed United Committee Manipur (UMC) rally on February in Imphal, the All Naga Students’ Association, Manipur (ANSAM) today said that there are many questions regarding the proposed February 6 rally which needs answers. ANSAM president Seth Shatsang alleged that the proposed UCM rally to protest the August 3,

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JAC laments change of bridge construction site

IMPHAL, February 2: The Joint Action Committee formed in connection with the New Bridge at the Nungei Makha Leikai expressed dissent against the attempt to shift the site of the upcoming bridge to another site. The convenor Aslam Khan and co-convenor A…

IMPHAL, February 2: The Joint Action Committee formed in connection with the New Bridge at the Nungei Makha Leikai expressed dissent against the attempt to shift the site of the upcoming bridge to another site. The convenor Aslam Khan and co-convenor Anwar Hussain of the JAC called a press conference today in this connection. Aslam

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Teachers’ Science Congress held

IMPHAL, February 2: A State Level Teachers’ Science Congress organized by Manipur Science & Technology Council Central (MASTEC) (catalyzed & supported by NCSTC, DST, Government of India) at Manipur Science Centre, Takyelpat today. Delivering his chief guest speech, former vice chancellor of Manipur University, Prof C Amuba Singh said that teachers have become target for

IMPHAL, February 2: A State Level Teachers’ Science Congress organized by Manipur Science & Technology Council Central (MASTEC) (catalyzed & supported by NCSTC, DST, Government of India) at Manipur Science Centre, Takyelpat today. Delivering his chief guest speech, former vice chancellor of Manipur University, Prof C Amuba Singh said that teachers have become target for

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Government polytechnic students call off agitation

IMPHAL, February 2: The students’ agitation of the Government Polytechnic, Takyel led by the institute’s students’ union has been called off today following an assurance from the Education minister Moirangthem Okendro, to develop the infrastructures of the institute that is in deplorable state. In this regard a meeting will be held on February 3 along

IMPHAL, February 2: The students’ agitation of the Government Polytechnic, Takyel led by the institute’s students’ union has been called off today following an assurance from the Education minister Moirangthem Okendro, to develop the infrastructures of the institute that is in deplorable state. In this regard a meeting will be held on February 3 along

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Tehelka editor apprehensive of making court appearance in Imphal in BT Road case

IMPHAL, February 2: Amidst speculation following the sensational confession of Manipur Police head constable Thounaojam Herojit on the killing of Chungkham Sanjit in an alleged fake encounter at BT Road on July 23, 2009 in broad daylight, editor of Teh…

IMPHAL, February 2: Amidst speculation following the sensational confession of Manipur Police head constable Thounaojam Herojit on the killing of Chungkham Sanjit in an alleged fake encounter at BT Road on July 23, 2009 in broad daylight, editor of Tehelka magazine which first break the much-talked story has expressed fear of coming to the State

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TYCM serves legal notice to Chief Secretary

IMPHAL, February 2: Taking strong exception to the shifting of ADC Chandel office from the district to Imphal, the Tribal Youth Council Manipur (TYCM) has served a legal notice to the Chief Secretary. Advocate Rosemary Panmei representing TYCM in the l…

IMPHAL, February 2: Taking strong exception to the shifting of ADC Chandel office from the district to Imphal, the Tribal Youth Council Manipur (TYCM) has served a legal notice to the Chief Secretary. Advocate Rosemary Panmei representing TYCM in the legal notice demanded revocation of the decision conveyed to the Chief Executive Officer, ADC Chandel

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Centre has approved Rs 200 crore one-time fund for improving NHs in State: Bishwajit

IMPHAL, February 2: The Central government has approved a Rs 200 crore one time sanction for construction of all Nationa Highways of Manipur after de-sanctioning the previous allocations from the Union Road Transport Ministry, Thongju MLA Th Bishwajit …

IMPHAL, February 2: The Central government has approved a Rs 200 crore one time sanction for construction of all Nationa Highways of Manipur after de-sanctioning the previous allocations from the Union Road Transport Ministry, Thongju MLA Th Bishwajit said today. He said this is against the present trend of the State government asking for fund

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CBI team arrives

IMPHAL, Feb 2: An official team of Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) which is probing the killing of Sanjit in a staged fake encounter in broad daylight at BT Road on July 23, 2009, arrived at the capital today. According to sources, the team is he…

IMPHAL, Feb 2: An official team of Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) which is probing the killing of Sanjit in a staged fake encounter in broad daylight at BT Road on July 23, 2009, arrived at the capital today. According to sources, the team is headed by Director General of Police (DIG) of the investigation

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MoS Giriraj promises Fragrance and Flavour Development Centre unit in State soon

IMPHAL, February 2: An extension Centre of the Fragrance & Flavour Development Centre (FFDC) would be established in Manipur, announced Union Minister of State for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) Giriraj Singh at Utlou Nambol today. Speaking to media persons on the sideline of his visit to KVK Utlou Nambol, the MoS who is

IMPHAL, February 2: An extension Centre of the Fragrance & Flavour Development Centre (FFDC) would be established in Manipur, announced Union Minister of State for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) Giriraj Singh at Utlou Nambol today. Speaking to media persons on the sideline of his visit to KVK Utlou Nambol, the MoS who is

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Herojit fails to turn up before court

IMPHAL, Feb 2: Manipur Police Head Constable Thounaojam Herojit, one of the main accused in the BT Road killing case failed to appear before the court of district and sessions, Imphal West at Cheirap Court Complex here today. The other eight accused we…

IMPHAL, Feb 2: Manipur Police Head Constable Thounaojam Herojit, one of the main accused in the BT Road killing case failed to appear before the court of district and sessions, Imphal West at Cheirap Court Complex here today. The other eight accused were produced before the court at around 11:30 am. Defence counsel S Lakhikanta

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Leingangching bodies irked by poor quality of PHSC

IMPHAL, February 2: The Dulkseloon Athletics, Sports and Cultural Organisation (DASCO) and the Leingangching Youth Club, Chandel, drawing the attention of the authority concerned to cease the ongoing construction work of PHSC building at Leingangching …

IMPHAL, February 2: The Dulkseloon Athletics, Sports and Cultural Organisation (DASCO) and the Leingangching Youth Club, Chandel, drawing the attention of the authority concerned to cease the ongoing construction work of PHSC building at Leingangching village, claiming that the quality of work is substandard and defied the work orders. In a statement jointly signed by

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World Wetland Day observed at Loktak Lake

IMPHAL, February 2: As widely observed across the globe, the World Wetlands Day 2016 was also observed today at the Langolsabi and Komjao Area of Bishnupur district under the “Loktak for Our Future Generation”. The day was jointly organized by All Loktak Lake Fisherman’s Union Manipur (ALLAFUM), AMTPWA, CORE, COHR, CRA, CSD, INTACH Manipur, IP,

IMPHAL, February 2: As widely observed across the globe, the World Wetlands Day 2016 was also observed today at the Langolsabi and Komjao Area of Bishnupur district under the “Loktak for Our Future Generation”. The day was jointly organized by All Loktak Lake Fisherman’s Union Manipur (ALLAFUM), AMTPWA, CORE, COHR, CRA, CSD, INTACH Manipur, IP,

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CCpur hosts seminar on development in the hills

CHURACHANDPUR, January 1: A two day seminar on the “Development experience in the hills of Manipur: Problems and Prospects” concluded today at the Rayburn College auditorium at New Lamka. The seminar was organised by the college and sponsored by the University grant Commission. Today’s concluding programme was attended by chairman of the Autonomous District Council

CHURACHANDPUR, January 1: A two day seminar on the “Development experience in the hills of Manipur: Problems and Prospects” concluded today at the Rayburn College auditorium at New Lamka. The seminar was organised by the college and sponsored by the University grant Commission. Today’s concluding programme was attended by chairman of the Autonomous District Council

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Need for understanding POCSO Act, JJ Act by cops emphasized

IMPHAL, February 1: The Manipur Commission for Protection of Child Rights; Manipur State Legal Service Authority (MASLSA) and Manipur Alliance for Child Right in partnership with District Child Protection Unit, Senapati conducted a one day consultation…

IMPHAL, February 1: The Manipur Commission for Protection of Child Rights; Manipur State Legal Service Authority (MASLSA) and Manipur Alliance for Child Right in partnership with District Child Protection Unit, Senapati conducted a one day consultation programme on Protection of Children from Sexual Offence (POCSO) Act 2012 and Juvenile Justice (JJ) Act in Senapati district.

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