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Youth extravaganza

IMPHAL, Apr 9: MACS is all set to organize a competition programme meant only for… more »

IMPHAL, Apr 9: MACS is all set to organize a competition programme meant only for members of Red Ribbon clubs in colleges and Nehru Yuva Kendra Sangathans under the theme “1st Youth Extravaganza 2012 from April 10-12 at the Maharaja Bodhchandra College.

During the three days event, competition in short drama, recitation and slogan shouting will be held, MACS informed and said the event is a part of MACS’s Multi-media Campaign to reach out to the people to disseminate information about HIV and AIDS.

Read more / Original news source: http://kanglaonline.com/2012/04/youth-extravaganza/

ZYF election

IMPHAL, Apr 9: The election of new office bearers of Zeliangrong Youth Front (Bishnupur district)… more »

IMPHAL, Apr 9: The election of new office bearers of Zeliangrong Youth Front (Bishnupur district) for the term 2012-2015 has been rescheduled on April 14 at Kalalong (Thaninkhun) Rongmei Community Hall, Bishnupur at 11:30 am.

The election commission, ZYF appeals to all Zeliangrong village youth clubs falling under the jurisdiction of Bishnupur district to depute two representatives each for the election without fail, a release said.

Read more / Original news source: http://kanglaonline.com/2012/04/zyf-election/

UN Special Rapporteur invited

IMPHAL, April 9: The Civil Society Coalition on Human Rights in Manipur and the UN… more »

IMPHAL, April 9: The Civil Society Coalition on Human Rights in Manipur and the UN has requested the UN Special Rapporteur on the sale of children, child prostitution and child pornography Najat Maalla M’JID to visit the state during her forthcoming India visit in April.

Read more / Original news source: http://kanglaonline.com/2012/04/un-special-rapporteur-invited/

Beyond the Bazar

It is rather strange that city managers of Imphal have always a myopic view while… more »

It is rather strange that city managers of Imphal have always a myopic view while deciding policies or at the stage of execution. Be it in the case of traffic control or municipal taxes or city based campaigns, attention is always focused in the Khwairamband Bazar area that is Paona Bazar and Thangal Bazar area. The managers simply refused to understand there is a Imphal beyond the Bazar area, and that there has to be a holistic approach in formulating plans or deciding policies. In fact, this myopic view is responsible for most of the ills of the capital city. Take for example, the decision of `pedestrian only`™ regulation from 10 am to 4 pm in the Paona Bazar and Thangal Bazar the implementation which is causing havoc in the roads surrounding the core area. The would-be spillover effect in Keishampat junction to Khuyathong traffic point through Nagamapal and the stretch from Keishampat Power house to Raj Bhavan further leading upto Khoyathong have simply been ignored when deciding on the pedestrian only regulation. It is not that we do not support the regulation in the core area. But the point is, the city managers should have taken into account the spillover effect or worst case scenarios, instead of playing safe with the phrase `experimental basis`™. In today`™s world, projections of worst case scenarios and the innovative use of `leap of imagination`™ have become the order of the day while mapping the future or while developing vision documents or framing policies. We have had enough experimentation in Manipur particularly in the Imphal city sometimes reducing the general public to the level of guinea pigs. Both the city dwellers and the floating population of Imphal have been harassed through the perennial traffic jams on roads around the Bazar and the level of frustration among the general population is increasing day by day. All roads lead to Imphal. It is time for the city planners and managers to understand this.

Secondly, let us take up the zero garbage campaign, which was recently revived by the recently constituted Imphal Municipal Council. The campaign was first launched when the earlier Council was under suspension. Under the supervision of MAHUD department, awareness meetings in the various wards of Imphal Municipal area was organized through the local MLAs, amidst bruised egos among the councilors under suspension. Signing up consumers for the private agencies operating in areas outside the Bazar area was also part of the campaign. It was finally wound up following the announcement of municipal elections. This time round, the zero garbage campaign has been implemented through the elected councilors and it is yet to be seen which direction it is going to take. Five belled garbage vehicles have been pressed into service for collecting solid waste, but only in the Bazar area. This, according to municipal officials, is on experimental basis and it could ultimately reach areas beyond the Bazar. So, a question naturally comes to the lips of citizens, whether the enforcement of the Imphal Municipal Council (Cleanliness & Sanitation) By-laws will cross the limits of the Bazar area. A city will certainly have commercial zones and residential zones although Imphal is not really a planned city. The Imphal Bazar area is not strictly a commercial area, as there are many residential quarters within the Bazar limits. In the first phase of the campaign, private operators were very active although most of their energies were absorbed by the Bazar area owing to its higher monthly fees. But the two or three times a week collection of garbage from residential areas outside the Bazar turned into once in a month routine after the campaign, citing several reasons, lack of disposal site being of them. This is simply a case of bad planning. Planners and managers really need to think beyond the Bazar area for a holistic approach towards solving the problems of the city.

Read more / Original news source: http://kanglaonline.com/2012/04/beyond-the-bazar/

Ancient Name Of Manipur

By Pr Kungsong Wanbe Manipur was formerly called KANGLEIPAK the meaning of which is “Dry… more »

By Pr Kungsong Wanbe
Manipur was formerly called KANGLEIPAK the meaning of which is “Dry Land” (Kang=dry, Leipak=land). The story go on like this, that Manipur Valley was once under water and the whole plain area of Manipur was just like Loktak lake. There are some points/proof which narrate Manipur was under water, the points are as follow. Let us see one by one briefly.

First, fossil of sea fish is found on Koubru hill top which prove that Koubru hill was once under water.

Second, in the saying history of Manipur, that because of full of water the Hinduism Lord Mahadeva use to move/go by boat from Koubru hill to Nongmaiching hill.

Third, because of inconvenient of moving/going the Mahadeva breaks uot at the Southern part of the hill by his Trisul (Spearlike weapon) the break out hold is called in Manipuri “Chingnung hut” where the water flowed from Manipur Valley to Burma now Myanmar.

It may not be that Mahadeva breaks out the mountain to flow out water. It is natural that when water is put into a barrel for many years someday in any part of the barrel will become crack and flow the water. So, after many hundred years the water of Manipur Valley has flowed through to the place where it can make hole by the water itself. Lamphel lake is one of the prove that the valley was under water. Some 50 (fifty) years before that is up to the year 1960 Lamphel was full of water. Forget about human being even buffalo could not pass through Lamphel lake. At present of RIMS hospital, Sankar Talkist Cenima Hall and Lamphel Government quarters were full of waters. Only after when the government make dried the water by making big channel, the construction of house building started at Lamphel.

Since time immemorial Kangleipak was settled together by both the people of the hill and plain although some group of hill people came a bit late. The people of Kangleipak were called Kangleicha the meaning of which is the sons and daughters of Kangleipak. It was the saying story that Chingna Koina Pansaba Haona Koina Panngakpa the meaning of which is surrounded by the hills and the hill people guards the Kangleipak.

The new name of Kangleipak as Manipur was derived from Bangali, Sanskriti or Mayang as such Gorakpur, Jabalpur, Shantipur, Dimapur etc. Now the citizen of Manipur is called Manipuri which was formerly called Kangleicha. The meaning of Manipur may perhaps the land of gold. The reason of calling golden land is that Manipur is very distinct unique. For example Siroi Lily is found only in Siroi hill of Ukhrul. Even some outsiders rooted out the plant and planted in their places but never grow. Another Sangai a bro-antlered deer) is found only at keibul Lamjao of Manipur. Even though in some states in India taken from Manipur and put in the zoos in their state there are no Sangai in their forest. There are also many variety of medicine plants found in Manipur hills.

Lastly but not the least, why Kangleicha are now calling in two names, one is Hao and other is Meitei. According to legendary historians that hao is outcome of Jenshang haona chaba-Hao meaning of which is eating sweet and tasty curry as the hill people eat meat-flesh food. Meitei means fire plastering (Mei means fire, tei means plastering ). The history is that once there was a great devastated fire havoc. The fire havoc is called in Meitei as Poreiton Meithuok and in the Koireng tribe call it Chongbuompi Meihal. The story going on like this, that in order to prevent for future fire havoc all the individual families were not allowed to bum fire in their own houses. They put one common fire place in a pit and the pit was well plastering. At the time the individual families would like fire for cooking food and curry they should come and take the fire from the common fire pit and if their cooking is over they should put off the fire and they should take again from the common fire pit for the next cooking.

The above said original-traditional plastering fire pit is preserved till today at Andro. Therefore, the true name of Manipuri Valley is Meitei but not Meetei. May God bless all the Kangleicha.

(The writer is Former Secretary, Koren Historical Research Committee Manipur, Langol Tarung, Imphal)

Read more / Original news source: http://kanglaonline.com/2012/04/ancient-name-of-manipur/

Strict penalties introduced for dirtying Imphal

IMPHAL, April 8: A press conference was held today at 11 am organized by the… more »

IMPHAL, April 8: A press conference was held today at 11 am organized by the Imphal Municipal Council in connection with the Revamped Zero Garbage and introduction of Kangshi Gari for collection of Solid Waste in Imphal area at G.M. hall. The conference was attended by IMC officials, Imphal City Police officials, Traffic Police officials, media persons and individuals.

During the press conference, IMC officials stated that the Imphal Municipal Council (Cleanliness & Sanitation) Bye-Laws has been imposed in the Imphal Municipal area since December 24, 2011 and under these laws the Kangshi Gari will be introduced starting from tomorrow.

IMC chairman L Raghumani stated, that as for the beginning the ‘Kangshi Gari’ will be introduced in the Poana Bazar and Thangal Bazar area only. The Kangshi Gari will come twice a day at 7am in the morning and 5:30pm in the evening and people should come out at that time to deposit their garbage.

There are already 6 sweepers deployed in the Thangal Bazar area and 4 sweepers in the Paona Bazar area, he added.

He further added that any individual can also help in punishing the offenders by handing over to the police or taking a picture while doing the act and upload the picture on the IMC website www.facebook.com/IMCZeroGarbage.   

City Police officials who spoke during the interaction said that the city police have been committed to provide full co-operation. VDF and police constables were also deployed at Numbul Mapal area to check garbage disposition.

OC City Police Inspector Tejbir said that since April 1 drives have been launched and 77 persons have been arrested and produced before the court.

He also said that there were lots of pressures to release the offenders before they are produced before the court and appealed through the media to let the police do their job and give co-operation to punish the offenders.  

On a query from the media on hazardous waste materials and the lack of private urinals in public places, the IMC official replied that there will be certain relaxation for such as of the present, however the IMC is trying hard to find a proper place for dumping hazardous waste materials and to install more public toilets in the state.

The Bye-Laws are farmed in under Section 213 of the Manipur Municipalities Act, 1994. The basic objective of these Bye-laws is to provide proper norms for civic behavior. Under the provisions of this Bye-laws, violation of such norms will attract fines from all types of generators of waste, be it individual or owner of a property or an institution or a commercial or industrial complex. 

Read more / Original news source: http://kanglaonline.com/2012/04/strict-penalties-introduced-for-dirtying-imphal/

Bird hunting threatens ecological balance

By Paojel Chaoba IMPHAL, April 8: Indiscriminate hunting of local and migratory birds has disturbed… more »

By Paojel Chaoba
IMPHAL, April 8: Indiscriminate hunting of local and migratory birds has disturbed the ecological balance in the forest areas of the state. One among the worst hit is said to be Tamenglong district.

At present, farmers are facing a tough time as orange trees and Parkia Timoriana, ‘yongchak’ trees which were thriving once at farms in the district have dried up.

“The production has gone down, earlier we used to fetch Rs 5000 from each yongchak tree and even more from oranges”, Ason Panmei, a troubled farmer told IFP. 

Mention may be made that Tamenglong district is blessed with virgin forests, exotic orchids, rare and endangered plants and wildlife. The district occupies a total of 4,391 sq kms and has a population of 86,278.

The forests can be grouped as tropical ever-green forest, sub-tropical forest and bamboo brakes.

The dense tropical evergreen forests are located along both the sides of Irang and Barak rivers flowing in the district, varieties of ground flora, creepers, herbs and grasses are found here. The forests are rich in wildlife including wild pheasants, peafowl, jungle fowls are important birds of this area.

Further, during the month of October, migratory birds arrive at the forest area to feed and  prepare for the next migration. During this time, hunters use fish nets and other wire traps to catch the birds.

Pellet cartridge and air rifles are also used to shoot the birds.

The birds are later sold at various small markets and mainly in Tamenglong headquarter market as live, smoked and fried forms and relished as a delicacy.

Professor Ranjan of Manipur University, a dedicated environmentalist told IFP that the main reason for the death of Yongchak and Orange plants can be attributed to certain factors.

He observed that the disturbance of the ecosystem is a main factor. “Birds from North China migrating to the state are slaughtered indiscriminately along with local birds, the insects which are on the food chain are left to multiply”. He stated that the pests which are eaten by birds are left undisturbed and left to drill the trunk of the trees thus causing death and decay.

It is stated by experts that the long horn beetle is one major pest for the fruit trees.

He further mentioned that the microwave frequency transmitted by mobile towers also influence bats. The bats which have temporary habitats on the Yongchak trees and feeds on insects and fruits are thus scattered.

Overall climate change due to deforestation is another main factor, he said.

He stated that for a sound eco system, people should have the nobility to stop over hunting of birds.

The district which boasted of having the highest concentration of bamboo growth has also been compromised due to the bamboo flowering (Mautam) in 2008 having an adverse effect to the economy of the district. As per records available, 13,879 families were affected by the bamboo flowering and the district is yet to fully recover.

It was also found out that the district Horticulture, Agriculture and Veterinary offices are presently lying in a state of defunct.

Read more / Original news source: http://kanglaonline.com/2012/04/bird-hunting-threatens-ecological-balance/

URP announces ban on import of potatoes, onions

IMPHAL, April 8: The militant outfit United Revolutionary Front, (URF) would start taking up steps… more »

IMPHAL, April 8: The militant outfit United Revolutionary Front, (URF) would start taking up steps to impose a stringent ban on selling of all agricultural and horticultural products including tobacco manufactured or produced in other states of India in Manipur.

The decision has been taken by the Central Committee of URF as it considers it quite necessary to emphasize on the development of a self-reliant economy of Manipur in view of the ongoing revolutionary movement, URF said in a statement signed by its secretary, information and publicity, AK Pibarel.

URF also appealed to the people to accept the stance of the outfit as a gift to concentrate on self- toiling and further urged the people to maintain a work culture for the future.

It further stressed on self-reliance and double-cropping and urged the peasants of Manipur to cultivate other varieties of crops which are suitable to the soil of the land and fields that are left unused after harvesting season of crops like rice.

The time has come for the people to come forward and join in the new movement of the farmers and save the large amount of money from being wasted outside, URF added.

It also said apart from sharing their expertise, all the experts/scientists of agriculture and horticulture in the state should provide remote-sensing data to the farmers of the land so as to enable them to produce more quality food products.

The agriculture department should not wait for the outside products and instead carry out its necessary duty to facilitate sufficient agricultural products with a strenuous attempt in the state, it further mentioned.

Read more / Original news source: http://kanglaonline.com/2012/04/urp-announces-ban-on-import-of-potatoes-onions/

Workshop on `Moirang Prava` begins

MPHAL, April 8: A 20-day workshop on “Moirang Prava” organised by the Repertory for Performing… more »

MPHAL, April 8: A 20-day workshop on “Moirang Prava” organised by the Repertory for Performing Arts of Manipur under the aegis of the Ministry of Culture (CFC), government of India, New Delhi has begun on Monday at Manipur Dramatic Union here.

The inaugural function of the workshop was attended by S Videshshwor Sharma, secretary, Manipur State Kala Akademi, Imphal as chief guest, Kshetri Jugindro, director, Manipur Ensemble as president and S Jati Singh as guest of honour.

Speaking on the occasion, Videshwor said it is the task of all the artistes and directors to promote Moirang Prava and other art forms of the state.

He also said he was thankful to the organizer of the 20-day workshop and underlined the need of joint efforts and cooperation in promoting Moirang Prava.

Videshwor also said only practice can lead an artiste ahead and that success is impossible without proper practice, and appealed the people of Manipur to contribute in promoting and saving the Moirang Prava form of art.

Read more / Original news source: http://kanglaonline.com/2012/04/workshop-on-moirang-prava-begins/

Heavy metal pioneers reunite to rock Imphal

IMPHAL, April 8: Post Mark, one of the pioneer heavy metal rock bands of Manipur… more »

IMPHAL, April 8: Post Mark, one of the pioneer heavy metal rock bands of Manipur is reuniting after a void of 18 years and is all set to rock Imphal on April 14 though there is a slight change from the original line up with Uttam a popular Manipuri artiste coming in as vocalist of the band.

Briefing mediapersons at Press Club today, the singer said that he was exalted to be chosen as a vocalist for the band. “I have been a fan of Post Mark, it’s indeed a dream come true for me”, he said.

Post Mark, the first Manipuri band credited with releasing the first metal album “Stamp on you” at Imphal in1989 will be playing at the YAC (Range) with other heavy metal rock groups including Yonsamble from Kolkotta, Azure Delusion from Nagaland and other state bands like Cleave, Sandrembee, Dead Mobster, Chem Weed.

The event is being co-organized by Sandrembee, The Greens and being managed by River Boat Events Management.

Eroz Laishram, lead vocals of Sandrembee said the event organized under the banner “1st Imphal Metal Convention” is an attempt to propagate the Heavy Metal genre and further to bring together music lovers.

He emphasized that artists are given ample opportunities to showcase their talents in the neighboring North east states of Nagaland, Assam and Shillong by hosting state sponsored musical events.

“We are planning to make the convention an annual event to gather the metal bands from outside the state and make Manipur a major rocking hotspot in the north east”, he said.

URF further said Indian products like all kinds of betel, cigarette, Bidi, Kheini, Talab, Zarda and other tobacco products will be banned from June 18 in Manipur, which are being brought from other outside states of India.

The URF has also identified certain individuals who are bringing in these items into the state.

URF further said potato, onion, garlic, chilly and other vegetable items transported from Indian states would also be banned from August 13 and warned that those who fail to abide by the ban imposed by the outfit would be awarded capital punishment without issuing warning.

Read more / Original news source: http://kanglaonline.com/2012/04/heavy-metal-pioneers-reunite-to-rock-imphal/

20 UTs approved for detention under NSA

IMPHAL, April 8: A recent sitting of the Advisory Board on National Security Act has… more »

IMPHAL, April 8: A recent sitting of the Advisory Board on National Security Act has approved the detention of 20 under-trials under the act.

According to a source, the 20 UTs include Maibam Ratan Meitei, 42, son of M Ibohal Singh of Hiyanglam Makha Leikai, Arambam Bisheshwor Meitei alias Abung Singh alias Nanao Singh alias Chaoba 30 son of A Isheihanba Meitei alias Chaoba of Langdum Maning Leikai, Yensembam Romeo Singh, 29 son of (L) Y Thoiba Singh of Langdum Awang Leikai who have been detained since February 16, 2012.

Others include Asem Momon Singh, 41 son of Matum Singh of Langdum Makha Leikai who has been detained since February 20, 2012, Kangabam Bor Singh, 43 son of K Ibobi Singh of Langdum Lairembi Leikai detained since February 16, 2012, Takhellambam Nobo Singh, 34 son of T Iboton Singh of Sandrok Mayai Leikai detained since February 20, 2012.

Further according to the source, others also include Shijaurumayum Mocha Sharma alias Momocha alias Manglim, 32 son of (L) Sh Ramkrishna Sharma of Branhapur Aribam Leikai, detained since February 18, Okram Arbind alias Herachandra alias Yaiphaba Meitei, 31 son of O Shamungou Singh of Lilong Chajing Mairenkhun detained since February 20, 2012.

Further according to the source, the others also include Keithelakpam Tiken Singh alias Jiten, 44 son of (L) K Anganghal Singh of Naoremthong Khullen Leikai detained since February 23 and Thono Poumei, 29 son of Lono Poumei of Liyai Khullen village, Tadubi and Athisei Mao, 30 son of Lohrii Mao of Chawainamei Khunou village, Tadubi both detained since February 24.

Others include Elangbam Surchandra Singh, 32 alias Khanganba son of E Nityai Singh of Pukhao Naharup Makha Leikai and Snajembam Sunita Chanu alias Lemchang, 27 daughter of Bomcha Singh of Khhotodamei, Bangladesh a/p Uripok Tourangbam Leikai both detained since February 23, 2012.

The remaining are Gurumayum Inao Sharma alias Nanao alias Khugamani alias Bamon, 32 son of G Ibomcha Sharma of Wangkhei Pukhrambam Leirak, Seram Sanatomba Singh alias Seraba, 42 son of Khellendro Singh of Chajing Karam Makha Leikai, Paonam Santa Singh, 42 son of (L) P Gandhar Singh of Lilong Chajing Karam Makha Leikai, Koijam Jeeten Singh alias Jiten, 41 son of (L) K Koireng Singh of Kiyamgei Mayai Leikai, Chongtham Bobbycha Singh alias Bobicha, 40 son of (L) Ch Manglem Singh of Singjamei Chingamathak all detained since February 28, Asem Thoiba Singh, 47 son of A Tomei Singh of Liwa Lambi Oinam Leikai and Khaidem Indrakumar Singh alias Indra, 36 son of (L) Kh Manihar Singh of Yumnam Leikai Lairembi Maning Awang Leikai both detained since, February 29, added the source.

Read more / Original news source: http://kanglaonline.com/2012/04/20-uts-approved-for-detention-under-nsa/

MCM expels member

By our Corresspondent MOREH, April 8: The Meetei Council Moreh (MCM) today expelled one of… more »

By our Corresspondent
MOREH, April 8: The Meetei Council Moreh (MCM) today expelled one of its members from the council on the charges of committing immoral activities and violation of bye-law of the civil body.

Loitongbam Imobi Singh, son of (L) L Madhop of Moreh Bazaar ward no. 6 was expelled from the advisory board of MCM as well as cancelled his primary membership   by a unanimous decision taken at a meeting of the executive and advisory board members of MCM.

Read more / Original news source: http://kanglaonline.com/2012/04/mcm-expels-member/

Award announced

IMPHAL, Apr 8: The fourth annual Art award, 2012 of Arts Society Manipur (ASM) has… more »

IMPHAL, Apr 8: The fourth annual Art award, 2012 of Arts Society Manipur (ASM) has been announced.

The Art award would be given to Golmei Gandunpu for his acrylic painting entitled “Kabui Dance-I” and the Honorable Mentioned award to Tarun Mangang for his photograph entitled “Thong Hangu Itao.”

The awards will be distributed to the winners on April 10 at 3 pm during the event of Fourth Annual Exhibition being organized by Arts Society Manipur at Manipur Art Gallery, Palace Compound here, a release said.

Read more / Original news source: http://kanglaonline.com/2012/04/award-announced/

Quiz competition

IMPHAL, Apr 8: The preliminary round of district level written quiz competition of the third… more »

IMPHAL, Apr 8: The preliminary round of district level written quiz competition of the third “Khangminnasi Iramdam Quiz 2012” sponsored by HERICOUN was held at GP Women’s College, Imphal.

At the written quiz competition participated by around 100 teams from different districts of Manipur, CC Higher Secondary School, Tiny Tots Unique School, Dewlaland, Sacred Heart School, Porompat and Model Academy, Uchekkon bagged the first, second and third position respectively for Imphal East.

For Imphal west, Jonstone Higher Secondary School, Herbert School and Little Master English School, Shamurou secured the first, second and third position respectively.

For Thoubal district, Martin Grammar School, Kakching, Jenith Institute of RK Muktasana Higher Secondary School, Thoubal and Jawahar Navodiya, Umathel got the first, second and third position respectively.

For Bishnupur district, Loilam Public School, Moirang Khunou, Public School, Ningthoukhong, and Wangoo Government School, Wangoo and ST John English School, Nambol secured the first, second and third position respectively.

Teams for the final round to be held on April 16 have been selected from among the winners of the preliminary round, HERICOUN informed in a release.

HERICOUN also expressed gratitude to all the individuals who extended a helping hand to organize the preliminary round of the quiz competition.

Read more / Original news source: http://kanglaonline.com/2012/04/quiz-competition/

Separate High Court

The institution of a separate high court for Manipur has been a long-standing demand of… more »

The institution of a separate high court for Manipur has been a long-standing demand of the state legal fraternity. And it is justified considering all the practical problems faced by litigants and in the interests of timely justice delivery. Besides, it is provided in the Constitution of India. Article 214 of the constitution clearly says ‘There shall be a High Court for each State.’ The issue could have been resolved when Manipur attained statehood in 1972. For example, a separate high court was established in Uttaranchal when it became a full-fledged state. But at that point of time the situation was such that creation of a separate High Court for Manipur was not possible, despite the fact that Constitution of India provided for the same. It was much later that, a separate Imphal Bench was created under the Gauhati High Court. As time passed, all the north eastern states in India started having a separate Bench, with the Gauhati High Court as the principal seat. In the present case of Manipur, the physical infrastructure has come into place with the inauguration of functioning of the Imphal bench of the Gauhati High Court in the spacious new complex at Chingmeirong. The Imphal Bench has been functioning out of the erstwhile Manipur Hotel complex for the last so many years. Now, the problem of inadequate courtrooms and of space constraints has been solved. On the other hand, there is no dearth of good lawyers and other legal professionals in the state. So, what excuse is there for the government of India to deny such a demand? We think not. The state Chief Minister Okram Ibobi Singh has also made his move by seeking the support of the Supreme Court and High Court judges present at the inauguration. His next move should be taking into confidence all the political parties and the entire political class. The support of civil society is also very essential. There are other justifications of a separate high court as well. Manipur’s population had increased manifold since the attainment of statehood and the number of litigants are increasing day by day. Besides the difficulties and practical problems faced by the litigants while seeking appeals at the principal seat at Guwahati in terms of costs, there are many administrative problems as well at Imphal. The registry at Imphal Bench is controlled from Guwahati. This is also one of the most important factors causing high pendency rate. Although the number of pending cases in Imphal had come sown in the recent times following the Uma Devi vs Karnataka case, 6000 pending cases is still huge for the bench. Even with the introduction of IT connectivity, there are still many practical problems in the administrative set-up. With the passage of time, the backlog of cases which need immediate hearing and disposal, is multiplying. Certain factors appear to be emanating. Many cases cannot be heard by Benches presided over by the local Judges for some reason or another. Therefore, many cases had been transferred to the Principal Benches as there was unavailability of Benches at Imphal and the same has been a costly affair for the litigants. The amount of time and financial resources spent can now be curtailed with the establishment of a separate High Court for Manipur. The Chief Justice of the High Court is the administrative head and is the first amongst equal among the Judges of a High Court. The Chief Justice sits in the principal seat at Gauhati and it is on very rare occasions that the Chief Justice presides over the Bench at Imphal, mainly for the reason that time does not permit as the Chief Justice of Gauhati High Court has to see the affairs of all the North-Eastern States of India. The superintendence befitting the administrative function of the lower Courts at Manipur has never been satisfactory by any standard as the State of Manipur does not have a separate High Court or a Chief Justice of its own, who can understand, ensure discipline and meet the requirements of the lower Courts in Manipur. In short, a separate high court should be established in Manipur.

Read more / Original news source: http://kanglaonline.com/2012/04/separate-high-court/

Easter Sunday greetings

IMPHAL, Apr 7: Major General UK Gurung, YSM, IGAR (South) and all ranks Assam Rifles… more »

IMPHAL, Apr 7: Major General UK Gurung, YSM, IGAR (South) and all ranks Assam Rifles extends a very warm greetings and sincere goodwill to the people of Manipur on the auspicious occasion of Easter Sunday

In a press release, the IGAR (S) has conveyed his earnest message of peace, harmony, unity and understamding on the joyous occassion of Easter Sunday..

In a separate press release, Major General Binnoy Poonnen, VSM, GOC, Red Shield Division and all ranks of the Division extended their warm greetings to the people of Manipur on the occasion of Easter Sunday.

Read more / Original news source: http://kanglaonline.com/2012/04/easter-sunday-greetings/

AR distributes furniture and solar lights

IMPHAL, April 7: 28 Assam Rifles of 9 Sector under the aegis of IGAR (S)… more »

IMPHAL, April 7: 28 Assam Rifles of 9 Sector under the aegis of IGAR (S) distributed furniture to Lau Pau Chum LP School of Imphal east and six solar lights to the Nongmaiching Waiphe village of Andro of April 7. Brig Navneet Kumar, Cdr 9 Sect AR attended the occasion as the chief guest. Speaking on the occasion, Commander 9 Sector stressed upon the importance of good relations between the Armed Forces and Local populace. He emphasized that Assam Rifles would continue to strive for the welfare and security of the people and it will always endeavor to give meaningful assistance to the people of Manipur. The village authority and populace of the area attended the event.

Read more / Original news source: http://kanglaonline.com/2012/04/ar-distributes-furniture-and-solar-lights/

Leprosy awareness program

IMPHAL, April 7: 24 Assam Rifles of 26 Sector under HQ IGAR (South) organized a… more »

IMPHAL, April 7: 24 Assam Rifles of 26 Sector under HQ IGAR (South) organized a leprosy Awareness program at Tegnoupal village on April 7. The event was conducted by a team of medical officer and paramedical staff of the unit. Medical checkup and lecture extended to more than 140 villagers.

Read more / Original news source: http://kanglaonline.com/2012/04/leprosy-awareness-program/

MUTA appeals to take action

IMPHAL, April 7: An emergency executive body meeting of Manipur University Teacher’s Association (MUTA) was… more »

IMPHAL, April 7: An emergency executive body meeting of Manipur University Teacher’s Association (MUTA) was held today at 11:30 am in the Department of Mathematics, Manipur University to discuss the disturbances in the campus, in particular, the incident happened in the faculty room of Prof Amar Yumnam on April 5 around 2 pm to 3:30 pm.

A press release of MUTA stated that the Association took serious note on destruction of computer monitor, laptop and other electronic equipment and condemned such act of destruction of university properties and resolved unanimously to appeal the university authorities to take appropriate action to book the involved persons and should take necessary action not to repeat such things in future.

Read more / Original news source: http://kanglaonline.com/2012/04/muta-appeals-to-take-action/