Manipur boxer Laishram Sarita to make her pro debut on Jan 29 at Imphal

IMPHAL, Jan 12: History beckons Indian Boxing. Former world and Asian champion, L Sarita Devi, boxing icon from Imphal, will mark her plunge as India’s first woman boxing professional when she takes on seasoned Hungarian Zsofia Bedo in her first bout in Imphal on January 29, organisers announced today. A new chapter to the combat […]

IMPHAL, Jan 12: History beckons Indian Boxing. Former world and Asian champion, L Sarita Devi, boxing icon from Imphal, will mark her plunge as India’s first woman boxing professional when she takes on seasoned Hungarian Zsofia Bedo in her first bout in Imphal on January 29, organisers announced today. A new chapter to the combat […]

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Manipur sports academy training future champs with poor backgrounds

Several sports persons from the north-east have put the remote region on the world map recently, and in an attempt to continue with this, a sports academy has been imparting training in Wushu and kick-boxing to youth despite their poor background The youth of the country, especially from the northeast region, draw inspiration from internationally […]

Several sports persons from the north-east have put the remote region on the world map recently, and in an attempt to continue with this, a sports academy has been imparting training in Wushu and kick-boxing to youth despite their poor background The youth of the country, especially from the northeast region, draw inspiration from internationally […]

Read more / Original news source: http://kanglaonline.com/2016/11/manipur-sports-academy-training-future-champs-with-poor-backgrounds/

Sports movement in the State Living up to the ‘powerhouse’ title

Home of Mary Kom, Dingku Singh, Laishram Sarita, Nilakamal, Thoiba and the numerous footballers who ply their trade in the top notch clubs of the country for the I League and it is only fitting that the National Sports University will be set up here. Manipur may not yet have produced an Olympic gold medallist […]

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Home of Mary Kom, Dingku Singh, Laishram Sarita, Nilakamal, Thoiba and the numerous footballers who ply their trade in the top notch clubs of the country for the I League and it is only fitting that the National Sports University will be set up here. Manipur may not yet have produced an Olympic gold medallist […]

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Neroca FC has started practising for the coming Durand cup and Manipur state league

Neroca FC has started practising for the coming Durand cup, few photos from the practice sessions.
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Neroca FC has started practising for the coming Durand cup, few photos from the practice sessions.

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DAMMS mega sports meet concluded in Delhi

April 2, New Delhi : Delhi Association of Manipuri Muslim Students (DAMMS) organized its 10th Annual Sports Meet 2016 for 6 days, from 23rd-29th March. It was concluded  with a  prize distribution ceremony. The 6 day Mega Sports Meet has witnessed the integrity and communal harmony of various community of Manipur, all the communities participated

April 2, New Delhi : Delhi Association of Manipuri Muslim Students (DAMMS) organized its 10th Annual Sports Meet 2016 for 6 days, from 23rd-29th March. It was concluded  with a  prize distribution ceremony. The 6 day Mega Sports Meet has witnessed the integrity and communal harmony of various community of Manipur, all the communities participated

Read more / Original news source: http://kanglaonline.com/2016/04/damms-mega-sports-meet-concluded-in-delhi/

State hands over land to Union Ministry officials for sports univ construction at Thoubal Yaithibi Khunou

IMPHAL, August 27: Chief Minister Okram Ibobi Singh today formally handed over the land for the construction of the Sports University to the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports. A

CM Ibobi handing over land for Sport University construction to representatives of Ministry of YAS.

CM Ibobi handing over land for Sport University construction to representatives of Ministry of YAS.

IMPHAL, August 27: Chief Minister Okram Ibobi Singh today formally handed over the land for the construction of the Sports University to the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports.

A statement issued by the secretary of the Chief Minister said following the announcement of establishment of National Sports University in Manipur by the Union Finance Minister, a team headed by Secretary (Sports), Government of India visited the State on August 1 and 2, 2014 and identified the proposed site for establishment of National Sports University at Yaithibi Khunou, Thoubal district as first preference.

It said considering the importance of the Sports University, the State government has decided to provide approximately 400 acres of land at the aforesaid location keeping in mind the scope for the future expansion of the university.

The land for setting up of the university at Yaithibi Khunou, Thoubal district was formally handed over to the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports during a simple function chaired by Chief Minister O Ibobi Singh and attended by M Prithviraj Singh, Parliamentary Secretary (YAS/Tourism); MLA P Brojen; Chief Secretary P C Lawmkunga; Secretary (YAS); representatives from the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports and several other officials.

The land handed over comprises an area of 336.93 acres at Village No. 44-Yaithibi Khunou,Thoubal district which is available with the State government, it said.

With this handing over of the required land, the National Sports University is expected to come up very soon to meet the aspiration of its people in particular and the whole country in general, it said.

The State government has also signed a Memorandum of Agreement with Ramakrishna Mission today at a simple function chaired by the Chief Minister in the Cabinet Hall of CM`™s Secretariat for establishment of a Primary School, with the objective of upgrading in the following years, a School of Languages (English, Spoken English, Burmese, Chinese and Japanese), a Computer Training Centre, Mobile Computer and Science Laboratories, Mobile Language Lessons and Value Education etc.

Education minister M Okendro; minister of Commerce and Industries/Sericulture Govindas Konthoujam; MLA L. Nanda Kumar; MLA R.K, Imo Singh; Chief Secretary P. C Lawmkunga; H. Deleep Singh, Secretary (Education-S); N. Praveen Singh, Director Education (S); Swami Bodhasarananda, Assistant Secretary, Ramakrishna Mission, Belur Math; Swami Nareshnanda, Secretary, Ramakrishna Mission, Imphal; Swami Ishanathananda; high ranking officials of Education (S) Department and alumni of Ramakrishna Mission from Manipur were present at the time of signing of the agreement.

Read more / Original news source: http://kanglaonline.com/2015/08/state-hands-over-land-to-union-ministry-officials-for-sports-univ-construction-at-thoubal-yaithibi-khunou/

Manipur Lad Wins Gold at 1st World Martial Arts Council Games

A Manipur lad, Thaovei V Soto, from Senapati District Manipur, bagged gold medal in the 1st World Martial Arts Council Games Festival held at Bangkok, Thailand. The young lad struck

A Manipur lad, Thaovei V Soto, from Senapati District Manipur, bagged gold medal in the 1st World Martial Arts Council Games Festival held at Bangkok, Thailand.

Manipur lad Thaovei V Soto, from Senapati District, bagged gold medal in the 1st World Martial Arts Council Games Festival held at Bangkok, Thailand.

Manipur lad Thaovei V Soto, from Senapati District, bagged gold medal in the 1st World Martial Arts Council Games Festival held at Bangkok, Thailand.

The young lad struck gold in his first outing in the 65-70Kgs category after knocking out his Uzbekistan opponent in the final. He defeated opponents from Iran, Kazakhstan and Brazil in the earlier bouts to reach the final.

The young martial arts star had a hard time going to the games despite repeated success at national and zonal level for the last one year under his coach Khekho Moses, a former martial art medalist. State government’s apathy forced the young lad to meet his own expenses, and with some help from well-wishers and Senapati District Olympic Association Manipur (SDOAM).

The golden boy will be given a grand reception on his return, according to SDOAM. He will be received at Imphal International Airport on 21st March and victory march will be held till Senapati District Headquarters Indoor Stadium, where a grand reception will be held in the presence of Deputy Commissioner, SP, civil bodies, tribe Hohos, students, fans and well wishers.

Programme for the reception event includes words from the gold medallist and dignitaries.

 

Source: The Hornbill Express

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Injustice to Indian boxer Sarita tarnishes images of boxing world & 17th Incheon Asian Games

By Oken Jeet Sandham In my 36 years of sports careers particularly in the field of martials arts – Karate, Kick-Boxing and later 25 years in Muaythai – I have

By Oken Jeet Sandham
In my 36 years of sports careers particularly in the field of martials arts – Karate, Kick-Boxing and later 25 years in Muaythai – I have never come across such a humiliating sporting incidents like the one where India’s boxing star Sarita Devi’s semifinal fight against her South Korean opponent Jina Park on September 30, 2014 on the ongoing 17th Asian Games at Incheon, South Korea.
I was having food while Sarita’s boxing match with her South Korean opponent Park came in on live TV. I just shoved my plate aside and started gluing to the live TV showing her dominating fight against her opponent. The first round was somewhat neck to neck though she was slightly ahead of her opponent. But the rest of the rounds, she gave her ferocious punches to her opponent with her fantastic footwork. Even at following rounds, Park simply could not defend herself Sarita’s ferocious attacks and was off-balanced at many times.
Being in sports for 36 years and also having judged on many world kick Boxing and Muaythai tournaments including 13th Asian Games at Bangkok in 1998 and also 24th SEA Games at Korat, Thailand in 2007, I was banging my dining table as soon as the Sarita’s fight against Park was over, shouting, “Oh, Sarita wins.” But in no time, all hell broke loose when the referee lifted Park’s hand as winner. I was still speechless and remained as stupor unbelieving the judging over this match, because it was so hugely different the boxing skills and prowess between the two boxers. Sarita’s boxing skills and prowess dominated during the fight. This greatest injustice sent instant shock waves across the world.
I would not have much thinking even if Park was declared winner if their fight was somehow neck-to-neck or near neck-to-neck. But in the case of Sarita’s semifinal fight against Park on September 30 at Seonhak Gymnasium was something no judges could manipulate for the simple fact that Sarita had far exceeded than her opponent in attacks and punches with excellent footwork.
Then seeing the points given by the judges on their match becoming more ridiculous because the entire judges came in favor of Park and not even one judge came in favor of Sarita. This incident has simply tarnished the image of the technical officials of AIBA besides creating massive question mark on their activities.
In any game, the standard of the match depends on the quality of judging and not the match. Even for any new game to get Olympic recognition it’s judging and refereeing needs first examining. And if the judging and refereeing are not up to the mark, no game can be qualified to enter into Olympic Games or Asian Games.
Whatever the explanations or arguments that might come after this highly questionable and controversial match, the simple and plain truth is this historic match has been video recorded and telecast worldwide. The match has been in YouTube and other social media networking sites and it can never be misinterpreted.
In fact, the whole country was overjoyed when legendary India boxer Mary Kom won Gold Medal in 51kg category in the Asian Games a day after Sarita’s final berth in the 60kg category was deliberately robbed off. But Sarita’s controversial match was prominently splashed in all the front pages of newspapers in India and the country’s media had done remarkable justice by openly defying the controversial results given by the judges on Sarita’s fight against Park. They said she lost out due to “unfair” decisions during her bout. They all agreed that Sarita was the real winner in her historic semifinal match against Park. Even for the first time, international media had given coverage prominently around the world on the controversial boxing match between Sarita and Park.
Some papers feel Sarita Devi was a “clear winner” in her lightweight (57-60kg) semifinal bout against South Korean Ji-Na Park on Wednesday.
The Indian Express says” “Sarita appears to be a clear winner in the bout… dominating the proceedings with such ferocity that Park barely managed to stand the assault. But much to the shock of the Indian contingent and the spectators, the judges awarded the bout to Park.”
A report on the Mint website says the controversial result has been “widely condemned as unfair and biased towards the host country.”
Sarita’s refusal to accept her bronze medal and her outburst of emotions on the podium dimmed the celebration of Mary Kom’s victory. But the Mint website adds that “it was a day of tears in the boxing arena at the Asian Games in Incheon, South Korea. Some happy, some sad.”
The follow up developments have exposed a very shoddy affairs of the boxing officials from India as well as the officials from the Indian Olympic Association (IOA). I have agreed that a grave injustice was meted out to Sarita by the judges but it was a double whammy that no officials either from Indian Boxing or Indian Olympic came forward to formally lodge complaints forget about consoling her. It was simply unimaginable that Sarita had to borrow money from the Indian media persons for protest fees. But she as a player could not lodge any complaint whatsoever with the Judging Committee. Where were the officials be it Indian Boxing officials or Olympic Officials. Are they aware of the rules of the games that in the event of any controversial results given by judges, officials were the ones authorized to formally lodge complaints along with whatever protest fees prescribed as per the rules and regulation framed by that respective International Federations.
Although some including deputy general of Incheon’s organizing committee (IAGOC) say that Sarita’s refusal to accept her bronze medal on the podium went against the values of sportsmanship, no one at home takes it that way. Everyone in India appreciated her actions rather, though it happened with her unprecedented emotional outburst. But the mistake was not Park’s but the judges who should be suspended from judging any future boxing tournaments.
At the same time, the injustice meted out to Sarita tarnishes the beautiful image of the 17th Asian Games at Incheon. It also exposes shoddy attitudes of Indian Boxing officials as well as Indian Olympic officials.

Read more / Original news source: http://kanglaonline.com/2014/10/injustice-to-indian-boxer-sarita-tarnishes-images-of-boxing-world-17th-incheon-asian-games/

Showdown between KPC & Classic Club for Challenger Cup 2014; Speaker Sazo to join Classic Club

  KOHIMA, Sep 4 (NEPS): The much awaited Kohima Press Club (KPC) 11 vs Classic Club 11 for the prestigious Challenger Cup 2014 will formally kick-off amidst expectedly capacity soccer

Kohima Press Club team in red jersey and Classic Club team in white jersey before their Challenger Cup 2013 match at Kohima Local Ground (file photo)

Kohima Press Club team in red jersey and Classic Club team in white jersey before their Challenger Cup 2013 match at Kohima Local Ground (file photo)

 

KOHIMA, Sep 4 (NEPS): The much awaited Kohima Press Club (KPC) 11 vs Classic Club 11 for the prestigious Challenger Cup 2014 will formally kick-off amidst expectedly capacity soccer fans here at historic Kohima Local Ground on September 5 at 3:00 PM.

The Classic Club Challenger Cup has been designed to play between the KPC 11 and the Classic Club 11 and has been successfully going on for the last nearly one decade. Over the years, the Challenger Cup of the Classic Club has become so popular that it has become a trade mark today as “KPC-Classic Club Challenger Cup.”

This annual feature between the KPC and Classic Club has also brought rapport between the press fraternity and the members of the Club (Classic Club) which have also been rendering humanitarian services as well as various services to the State capital Kohima at their own cost.

One of the interesting features that will have a special attraction in tomorrow’s KPC 11 vs Classic Club 11 at Kohima Local Ground will be Nagaland Assembly Speaker Chositsuh Sazo’s joining the match. Being a member of Classic Club, the Speaker will be part of the Classic Club team throwing unprecedented challenge against the KPC 11.

Mention may be made that in the last two consecutive Challenger Cups, KPC had defeated Classic Club team. “I think KPC could defeat Classic Club because I was not there in the team (Classic Club),” Sazo used to comment on lighter vein. “But KPC is not taking his comments lightly,” some senior KPC members replied saying they have to put up strong fight against the Classic Club team and make it a “hat trick.”

Read more / Original news source: http://kanglaonline.com/2014/09/showdown-between-kpc-speaker-sazo-to-join-classic-club/

Manipur’s Jennifer Luikham wins singles championship at ITF Grade 4 tennis tournament at Chennai

Jennifer wins singles championship at ITF Grade 4 tennis tournament at Chennai   Gurgaon’s budding tennis prodigy 14 year old Jennifer Luikham has won her second carrier ITF U18 Singles

Jennifer wins singles championship at ITF Grade 4 tennis tournament at Chennai

 

Gurgaon’s budding tennis prodigy 14 year old Jennifer Luikham has won her second carrier ITF U18 Singles title at YMCA TTT – ITF Juniors Grade 4 tournament at Chennai on August 30th 2014 by defeating Nandini Sharma 6-3 1-6 6-2 in finals

 

Jennifer

Jennifer Luikham

Jennifer sailed smoothly to finals without loosing a set. She beat Arushi Kakkar 6-3 6-3 in round 2, Tanushri Vale 6-4 6-4 in pre quarters, Chinese YeXin Ma 6-3 6-3 in quarters and former U16 national champion Vanshika Sahanai 6-1 6-1 in semi finals

 

This win will help her move to below 350 rank in ITF Juniors worldwide. Jennifer had earlier won her first ITF Junior title at grade 5 tournament at Indore in April 2014

 

Jennifer, student of class 9 at Little Angel Sr Secondary School at Sonipat is training under India’s most prolific coach Aditya Sachdeva at Team Tennis’s high performance academy at Siri Fort in New Delhi

Read more / Original news source: http://kanglaonline.com/2014/09/manipurs-jennifer-luikham-wins-singles-championship-at-itf-grade-4-tennis-tournament-at-chennai/

Manipur in Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth Games – Live Updates

19-July,2014: 20:30 (IST) Manipuri boxer Laisrharm Sarita enters Quarter Final by defeating K.Obareh of Nigeria in Women’s Light (57-60 kg) round of 16.  She was leading first 2 rounds with

19-July,2014: 20:30 (IST)

Manipuri boxer Laisrharm Sarita enters Quarter Final by defeating K.Obareh of Nigeria in Women’s Light (57-60 kg) round of 16.  She was leading first 2 rounds with a comfortable margin and in the third round the she won the bout as the Nigerian boxer couldn’t continue.

Sarita to fight her quarter final bout on 30th July , at 21:00  IST.

Sarita

 

28th-July,2014: 18:45 (IST)

Laishram Devendro through to Quarter Final, beating Madushan Gamage of Sri Lanka in the Round of 16.

Devendro

 

28th July, 2014: Events to watch today –

BOXING
17:45 (IST): Men’s Light Fly (49kg) Round of 16 – Laishram Devendro vs Madushan Gamage (SL). 

17:50 (IST): Men’s Bantam (56kg) Round of 16 – Shiva Thapa vs Michael Conlan (NIR).

Autographed copy by Devendro Laishram of Manas Maisnam's caricature of Devendro. Click to enlarge.

Autographed copy by Devendro Laishram of Manas Maisnam’s caricature of Devendro. Click to enlarge.



HOCKEY 
23:30 (IST): Women’s Preliminary WA Match – India vs Trinidad & Tobago

 

25th July:

17:53 (IST): Judoka Sunibala Huidrom  wins her women’s – 70kg repechage round. She will face Scotland’s S Conway for the bronze.

03.00 (IST): Hockey – India open their Commonwealth campaign with a 3-1 win over Wales.

Glasgow 25th Jul, 2014:  Manipur’s Judoka Kalpana Thoudam won Bronze Medal in Women’s 52 Kg Category as she beat Christianne Legentil of Mauritius. Christianne picked up three penalties while Thoudam had two.

Kalpana Thoudam - CW Glasgow 2014

Kalpana Thoudam – CW Glasgow 2014

 

Manipur’s Judoka Sushila Likmabam won Silver Medal in Glasgow 2014 XX Commonwealth Games

Sushila Likmabam - Silver Medal in Glasgow 2014 XX Commonwealth Game Photo: Zee News

Sushila Likmabam – Silver Medal in Glasgow 2014 XX Commonwealth Game
Photo: Zee News

Manipur Judoka Sushila Likmabam won Silver Medal in the women’s 48kg category defeating Aussie rival Chloe Rayner in two minutes and 23 seconds. Sushila got a couple of Wazaris which is equivalent to an ‘Ippon’ which finished the bout.

More: http://kanglaonline.com/2014/07/manipur-judoka-sushila-likmabam-won-silver-medal-in-glasgow-2014-xx-commonwealth-games/

 

2 Manipuri Lifters won Gold and Silver in women’s 48Kg, Opens first Gold Medal for India in Glasgow2014 Commonwealth’s Games

Glasgow 25th Jul, 2014: Khumukcham Sanjita Chanu and Saikhom Mirabai Chanu of Manipur bagged a gold and silver, respectively, in women`s 48kg weightlifting in a display of overwhelming domination to open India`s medal account on the opening day of the competition in the 20th Commonwealth Games here on Thursday.

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Sanjita and Mirabai after winning Gold and Silver Medals in Glasgow commonwealth's Games 2014. Zee Media Bureau/ Suyash Srivastava

Sanjita and Mirabai after winning Gold and Silver Medals in Glasgow commonwealth’s Games 2014.
Zee Media Bureau/ Suyash Srivastava

 

 

 

Sports-persons from Manipur in the Indian squad for the ongoing Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth Game:

Laishram Devendro (Boxing)

Laishram Sarita (Boxing)

Sunita Yanglem (Cycling)

Kh Kothajit (Hockey),

K Chinglensana (Hockey),

Sushila Chanu Pukhrabam(Hockey),

Th Anuradha (Hockey);

Jina Chongtham (Judo),

Sunibala Huidrom (Judo),

Kalpana Thoudam (Judo);

Khumukcham Sanjita Chanu (Weightlifting),

Saikhom Mirabai (Weightlifting);

Ramananda Konggrailatpam (Diving);

 

Officials from Manipur:

Dr S Santikumar (Team Manger Gymnastics) and Nameurakpam Kunjarani (Team Coach weightlifting).

Read more / Original news source: http://kanglaonline.com/2014/07/manipur-in-glasgow-2014-commonwealth-games-live-updates/

Manipur Judoka Sushila Likmabam won Silver Medal in Glasgow 2014 XX Commonwealth Games

Glasgow 25th Jul 2014: Manipur Judoka Sushila Likmabam won Silver Medal in the women’s 48kg category defeating Aussie rival Chloe Rayner in two minutes and 23 seconds. Sushila got a couple of Wazaris

Glasgow 25th Jul 2014:

Manipur Judoka Sushila Likmabam won Silver Medal in the women’s 48kg category defeating Aussie rival Chloe Rayner in two minutes and 23 seconds. Sushila got a couple of Wazaris which is equivalent to an ‘Ippon’ which finished the bout.

Sushila Likmabam - Silver Medal in Glasgow 2014 XX Commonwealth Game Photo: Zee News

Sushila Likmabam – Silver Medal in Glasgow 2014 XX Commonwealth Game
Photo: Zee News

She had earlier defeated Amy Meyer of Australia in 2 minutes and 38 seconds in the quarter-finals while she got better of Mani Medza Effe of Cameroon in a minute and 41 seconds in the pre-quarterfinals.

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Manipur in Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth Games – Live Updates

On the other hand, Chana defeated Daniel le Grange of South Africa in their semi-final meeting.

The 30-year-old Navjot Chana, who is employed with Punjab Police, had earlier defeated 23-year-old Tom Pappas of Australia in quarter-final.

Sushila and Navjot guaranteed medals for India.

 

Read more / Original news source: http://kanglaonline.com/2014/07/manipur-judoka-sushila-likmabam-won-silver-medal-in-glasgow-2014-xx-commonwealth-games/

Glasgow 2014 XX Commonwealth Games: 13 Sports-persons and 2 Officials from Manipur in Indian Squad

Sports-persons from Manipur in the Indian squad for the ongoing Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth Game: 1. Laishram Devendro (Boxing) 2. Laishram Sarita (Boxing) 3. Sunita Yanglem (Cycling) 4. Kh Kothajit (Hockey), 5. K Chinglensana (Hockey),

Sports-persons from Manipur in the Indian squad for the ongoing Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth Game:

1. Laishram Devendro (Boxing)

2. Laishram Sarita (Boxing)

3. Sunita Yanglem (Cycling)

4. Kh Kothajit (Hockey),

5. K Chinglensana (Hockey),

6. Sushila Chanu Pukhrabam(Hockey),

7. Th Anuradha (Hockey);

8. Jina Chongtham (Judo),

9. Sunibala Huidrom (Judo),

10. Kalpana Thoudam (Judo);

11. Khumukcham Sanjita Chanu (Weightlifting),

12. Saikhom Mirabai (Weightlifting);

13. Ramananda Konggrailatpam (Diving);

 

Officials from Manipur:

Dr S Santikumar (Team Manger Gymnastics) and Nameurakpam Kunjarani (Team Coach weightlifting).

Read more / Original news source: http://kanglaonline.com/2014/07/glasgow-2014-xx-commonwelath-games-13-sports-persons-and-2-officials-from-manipur-in-indian-squad/

KNF(s) cadre stabbed

LAMKA, April 21: A member of the Kuki National Front (s) a constituent of KNO presently a signatory of the Suspension of Operation with the government was attacked at Thangzam

LAMKA, April 21: A member of the Kuki National Front (s) a constituent of KNO presently a signatory of the Suspension of Operation with the government was attacked at Thangzam Road, Lamka by two knife wielding youth who came in a black Bolero.

The cadre identified as Lulun Haokip alias Iron Kuki, 35, son of Nguldong of Songpi village was seriously injured in the attack which was carried out around noon near the Tribal Museum at Thangzam Road, Lamka.

He was admitted at the district hospital following the attack by bystanders.

Meanwhile, the KNF (S) security Information and public meeting issued a statement the attack is not acceptable and demanded an apology from the concerned miscreants.

Isak further warned that the outfit knows the individuals involved and the vehicle they had used and added that unless they apologise they will be held responsible for the repercussion.

The secretary also said that the repeated act of such lawless miscreants will not be tolerated by the organisation.

Meanwhile, sources said that the assailants asked the victim, who he was, and when he replied he is a cadre of the KNF, then he was knifed on his left side waist.

He was discharged from the hospital afterwards.

Read more / Original news source: http://kanglaonline.com/2014/04/knfs-cadre-stabbed/

Goa Dy CM to campaign for Gangmumei

IMPHAL, March 12: The Deputy Chief Minister of Goa, Francis D’ Shouza  will campaign for the BJP’s outer parliamentary constituency candidate Prof Gangmumei Kamei at Noney. This was stated by

IMPHAL, March 12: The Deputy Chief Minister of Goa, Francis D’ Shouza  will campaign for the BJP’s outer parliamentary constituency candidate Prof Gangmumei Kamei at Noney. This was stated by president of the Manipuri chapter of the saffron party, Th Chaoba, in a press briefing at the BJP office.

He said it will prove that BJP is not a communal party and also has Christian leaders. This will show that the allegation of BJP being anti-Christian by other political parties is wrong and baseless.

“After the Noney meeting, Francis D’ Shouza will attend meetings at Ukhrul and Churachandpur the next day.”

Replying to a question on AFSPA, Chaoba said that BJP is committed to removing of AFSPA from the state. And before its repeal, we can remove the disturb area status in every district of Manipur by the approval of the sitting 60 MLAs. If the disturb area status is removed, AFSPA becomes meaningless.

He gave the example of Nagaland where AFSPA was imposed for the first in the North-east but the MLAs and the Government of Nagaland kept AFSPA only in paper by removing the disturb area status from all the districts of Nagaland.

He claimed that six renowned politicians from other parties have joined the BJP. The enrolment of new BJP workers from other political parties have been officially approved and announced. They are former minister Dr Khasim Ruiva from Ukhrul, former NPF advisor Dokhomang Khongjai, former NCP legislator from Saikul, Chabungbam Joykumar Singh, former councillor of IMC ex-secretary Sagolband Block Congress Committee, Dr Mangsatabam Birachandra Singh, former joint director of health service, former NPF member Rafie of Karong, Senapati, and ex-general secretary of NCP Naoroibam Ratan (Kapu).

He further said that the party still has workers waiting on the pipe line to enrol. “The turnout in Kakching on our campaign on Tuesday was a good indicator which will reflect in the elections for Gangmumei Kamei. Only 28 days are left for the outer constituency elections in phase-1, and only 36 days left for the election to the Inner parliamentary constituency in Phase-II.

He welcomed the Election Commission of India’s decision which would reduce money power and muscle power in the elections, and its restriction under election code of conduct. If the election is held tomorrow, it will be best for the BJP, he asserted.

He said the outer constituency is a huge land area which can be covered in a few days so we need the understanding of people and support BJP for a new hope and a new Manipur.

He further mentioned that RK Ranjan as an environmentalist has always liked to save the only fresh water lake. In his support, more than 200 boats conducted a rally at the Loktak Lake.

Read more / Original news source: http://kanglaonline.com/2014/03/goa-dy-cm-to-campaign-for-gangmumei/

Oinam Sports Association – Football Coaching and Fitness Program 2013

Office of the OINAM SPORTS ASSOCIATION Bishnupur – District, Manipur – 34 PRESS REPORT 27th Oct. 2013 Oinam Sports Association is currently organizing a football developmental program entitled, Football Coaching – cum – Fitness Program, 2013. The program is organized … Continue reading

Office of the OINAM SPORTS ASSOCIATION
Bishnupur – District, Manipur – 34
PRESS REPORT
27th Oct. 2013

Oinam Sports Association is currently organizing a football developmental program entitled, Football Coaching – cum – Fitness Program, 2013. The program is organized under the aegis of All Manipur Football Association (A.M.F.A) and Bishnupur District’s District Sports Association (D.S.A).

With a total participants of around 125 players ranging from grass – root to U-14 age group the program kicked off on 27th October, 2014 at 2:00 pm (Sunday). The opening function was graced by Mr. N. Brojen Singh, Up-Adhakshya (Bishnupur District) as Chief Guest and Mr. Oinam Budhi Singh, Chair-person (Oinam Nagar Panchayat) as the President. The guest comprises of sport persons, students, local heads, educationalists, representatives of clubs/organizations, social activists and various individuals from different walks of life.

Oinam Sports Association - Football Coaching and Fitness Program 2013

Oinam Sports Association – Football Coaching and Fitness Program 2013

Main objective of the program is to encourage the young footballers as well as the youths of Oinam and its surrounding areas to be physically fit. The program covers participants from Oinam, Irengbam, Leimaram, Maibam, Keinou, Yumnam Khunou, Ngaikhong Khunou, Sadu Chiru, etc. Along with the daily football coaching session from 6:00 am to 8:30 am the initiative comprises of promotional football matches, mass morning walk, evening practice session and gymnasium facilities. The participants enjoy free uniforms, free daily basic diets, free course fee and free gymnasium facilities.

Entirely managed and functioned by the members of O.S.A the coaching lessons were conducted by Mr. N. Sivananda and Mr. Ph. Surendro Singh, A.M.F.A approved district coaches. Assisting the head coaches at the training session were a team of well experienced footballers and sport persons, both currently active and retired.

Oinam Sports Association - Football Coaching and Fitness Program 2013

Oinam Sports Association – Football Coaching and Fitness Program 2013

Members of O.S.A believe that the initiative will not only benefit the youth in physical fitness but towards mental wellness and life’s disciplineries. The veteran players including senior and elder sport lovers too contribute to the program both physical, mentally and financially.

The closing function is scheduled for 17th Nov. 2013. Mr. M. Kesho Singh (R.F.O Bishnupur), Mr. Y. Joykumar Singh (Project Director, NESRIP, P.W.D – Manipur) shell grace the function as President and Chief Guest respectively. Accompanying then on guest of honours are Mr. Ch. Tiken Singh (Additional Chief Engineer, P.W.D – Manipur), Mr. Ch. Ibotombi Singh (Gen. Secretary, D.S.A – Bishnupur), Mr. S. Chandramani Singh (Proprietor, Capital Electronic – Imphal), Mr. N. Sarat Singh (Manager, Rural Bank – Nambol).

Programme of the day includes two football matches. First match between Trugpu Chargers and Sangai Football Lovers and the second between Maniwood Football Team and Oinam Veteran Football Team. Entertainment programme includes Acrobatic Dance by P.R.E.T, Oinam and Martial Arts and Acrobatic performance by P.O.A.C, Keirao.

Lukhendro Keisham (Gen. Secretary of O.S.A) along with all the members and executives of the association on behave of the elders, brothers and sisters of Oinam invites the people of the state to witness the closing day events. Also to support and boost the morals of the budding football players.

Oinam Sports Association - Football Coaching and Fitness Program 2013
Oinam Sports Association - Football Coaching and Fitness Program 2013
Oinam Sports Association - Football Coaching and Fitness Program 2013
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Oinam Sports Association - Football Coaching and Fitness Program 2013

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Sainik School Imphal retains Championship trophy

Sainik School Imphal has retained Championship Trophy by winning the Inter-Zonal Sainik School Football Championship 2013 held at Sainik School, Kunjpura, Haryana from 25 Aug to 27 Aug 2013. The school under-17 Football team had earlier qualified to participate in the tournament by emerging as champion in the East zone Sainik School Football Championship 2013 […]

Sainik School Imphal has retained Championship Trophy by winning the Inter-Zonal Sainik School Football Championship 2013 held at Sainik School, Kunjpura, Haryana from 25 Aug to 27 Aug 2013. The school under-17 Football team had earlier qualified to participate in the tournament by emerging as champion in the East zone Sainik School Football Championship 2013 held at Sainik School Goalpara, Assam in June this year.
The school team defeated Sainik School teams from other four zones to lift the coveted trophy. Cadet Yaiphaba Laishram of this School was adjudged the best player and highest scorer with ten goals in the tournament. Now, the team will be representing all Sainik Schools in the prestigious International Subroto Mukherjee Football Tournament to be held later this year.

Read more / Original news source: http://manipur-mail.com/sainik-school-imphal-retains-championship-trophy/

Mary Kom conferred Baroda Lifetime award

IMPHAL, August 30 NNN: London Olympics bronze medalist MC Mary Kom was conferred the Baroda Sun Lifetime Achievement Award on Friday in recognition of her feat and the laurels she has brought to the nation. RK Arora, general manager, Bank of Baroda Eastern Zone, Kolkata handed over the award to pugilist Mary Kom during a […]

IMPHAL, August 30 NNN: London Olympics bronze medalist MC Mary Kom was conferred the Baroda Sun Lifetime Achievement Award on Friday in recognition of her feat and the laurels she has brought to the nation.
RK Arora, general manager, Bank of Baroda Eastern Zone, Kolkata handed over the award to pugilist Mary Kom during a function at the Court Hall, Manipur University here.
The award carries Rs 5 lakh, a shawl and a trophy. The boxer has become the first eminent sportsperson in India to bag the prestigious award of the reputed national bank, the second largest financial institute in the country.
Atul Choudhury, senior manager, Bank of Baroda, Imphal Branch, AK Grover, assistant general manager, Bank of Baroda, Guwahati, H Nandakumar Sarma, Vice Chancellor, Manipur University, K Radhakumar, Deputy Commissioner, Imphal West district, among others also attended the function.
Bank of Baroda has honoured various important personalities who have excelled in different fields with simple awards in recognition of their work and achievements.
A new branch of the bank will be opened at the Manipur University campus tomorrow. This will be the 46th branch of the institute in the North East India.

Read more / Original news source: http://manipur-mail.com/mary-kom-conferred-baroda-lifetime-award/

Assistance for Mary Kom Regional Boxing Foundation

MNS: The Executive Committee (EC) of National Sports Development Fund (NSDF) has decided to give in-principle approval for additional financial assistance for construction of an Outdoor Boxing Hall at the Mary Kom Regional Boxing Foundation, Imphal. Further action on the proposal would be taken after getting required details/clarifications from the Foundation. The Executive Committee of […]

MNS: The Executive Committee (EC) of National Sports Development Fund (NSDF) has decided to give in-principle approval for additional financial assistance for construction of an Outdoor Boxing Hall at the Mary Kom Regional Boxing Foundation, Imphal.
Further action on the proposal would be taken after getting required details/clarifications from the Foundation.
The Executive Committee of the NSDF also decided that the project would be monitored regularly by the Regional Centre of SAI.
The EC of NSDF had earlier approved financial assistance of Rs 306.44 Lacs to the Foundation in May, 2013 for construction of Gymnasium Hall and Procurement/Installation of Gym Equipments; this approval was subject to submission of some additional information/details about the availability of land and the role of Ms. M C Mary Kom in the management of the Foundation; the EC was informed that the Foundation had provided these details and action is being taken for release of the money already sanctioned.

Read more / Original news source: http://manipur-mail.com/assistance-for-mary-kom-regional-boxing-foundation/

Dr Shantikumar felicitated

IMPHAL, August 3 UNA : Mr World 2013 title holder Manipuri-Taiwanese Dr Ng Shantikumar was felicitated by Manipur Deputy Chief Minister Gaikhangam on Saturday in praise of his remarkable performance that has won the title. Gaikhangam presented a tribal traditional shawl to Dr Shantikumar during the simple function held at his office chamber in the […]

IMPHAL, August 3 UNA : Mr World 2013 title holder Manipuri-Taiwanese Dr Ng Shantikumar was felicitated by Manipur Deputy Chief Minister Gaikhangam on Saturday in praise of his remarkable performance that has won the title.
Gaikhangam presented a tribal traditional shawl to Dr Shantikumar during the simple function held at his office chamber in the Old Secretariat here.
The Mr World accompanied with his Taiwanese wife Chen, Nan-Tai at the function.
Dr Shantikumar made a speech during the function. He said he was confident that he would again bag the next Mr World title to be held in Slovakia in 2014.
Gaikhangam said Manipur is really proud of Dr Shantikumar and wished him for many more achievements in future. The Deputy Chief Minister also presented a wool neck scarf to Chen at the occasion.
Expressing concern over the increasing use of steroid by Indian young body builders, Dr Shantikumar cautioned that these young body builders are abusing the drug and that they might get addicted to it which will ruin them.
He, however, said he has never used steroid during his long career as a body builder adding steroid abusers, particularly in India have no bright future.
The rise on the use of steroid in India is mainly because the two body building federations in India—World Federation for Body Building (WFBB) and Fitness and International Federation for Body Building (IFBB)—do not conduct doping test, he said.
Dr Shantikumar participated in the Mr World Championship organised by International Natural Bodybuilding Association (INBA) at Zakynthos in Greece on July 5-7 this year.
The Taiwan-based Manipuri bagged the title in the international event and brought laurels to the state as well as the country.
Dr Shantikumar, who resides in Taipei, was first felicitated here in the state capital by NGOs on July 27.
Dr Shantikumar contested in two categories in the international competition. In the age group 40-49, in which he won the gold, there was no weight limitation or height. Among the 150 athletes from around the world who had contested in these categories, Dr Shantikumar was the only Asian mongoloid.
Presently, he is working as an English Professor at De Lin Institute of Technology, Taipei. Dr Shantikumar and Chen now have four children.
Representing Taiwan, he had also competed in the IFBB East Asian, Asian, Asian Games, Mr Universe and even Hong Kong invitational championships.

Read more / Original news source: http://manipur-mail.com/dr-shantikumar-felicitated/