Female Judge to try Tejpal case

Tehelka editor Tarun Tejpal, accused of sexually assaulting a journalist woman colleague, will be tried in a fast track court by a female judge even as he insisted that whatever happened between the two was consensual Source The Sangai Express …

Tehelka editor Tarun Tejpal, accused of sexually assaulting a journalist woman colleague, will be tried in a fast track court by a female judge even as he insisted that whatever happened between the two was consensual Source The Sangai Express Press Trust of India

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ZU appeals

The Zeliangrong Union AMN has appealed all Zeliangrong UG groups particularly those operating in Zeliangrong areas to shun violence immediately in view of the ensuing festivals like Orange Festival, Christmas, New Year and Gaan Ngai Source The San…

The Zeliangrong Union AMN has appealed all Zeliangrong UG groups particularly those operating in Zeliangrong areas to shun violence immediately in view of the ensuing festivals like Orange Festival, Christmas, New Year and Gaan Ngai Source The Sangai Express

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MSCP celebrates 16th birthday

Declaring that Manipur State Congress Party MSCP will definitely field candidates for the upcoming Lok Sabha election, party MLA K Thamarjit said until and unless BJP State unit vacate the Nityaipat Chuthek plot and office, MSCP will never extend coo…

Declaring that Manipur State Congress Party MSCP will definitely field candidates for the upcoming Lok Sabha election, party MLA K Thamarjit said until and unless BJP State unit vacate the Nityaipat Chuthek plot and office, MSCP will never extend cooperation to the BJP Source The Sangai Express

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JWC of KNO, UPF

The Joint Working Committee JWC of the Kuki National Organisation KNO and United People’s Front UPF the umbrella organisations of Kuki armed groups on tripartite SoO pact, has decided to determine its own course if political dialogue is not ini…

The Joint Working Committee JWC of the Kuki National Organisation KNO and United People’s Front UPF the umbrella organisations of Kuki armed groups on tripartite SoO pact, has decided to determine its own course if political dialogue is not initiated before the coming Lok Sabha election Source The Sangai Express

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Sankirtana makes UNESCO cut

Sankirtana ritual singing, drumming and dancing of Manipur nominated from India was among 14 elements inscribed on the Representative List of the UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity on December 4 at the ongoing eighth session of the UNES…

Sankirtana ritual singing, drumming and dancing of Manipur nominated from India was among 14 elements inscribed on the Representative List of the UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity on December 4 at the ongoing eighth session of the UNESCO Inter Governmental Committee in Baku, Azerbaijan Source The Sangai Express Manipur Information Centre

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Ready to launch stir KISG, SANPO

The joint committee of Kuki Inpi, Saikul Gamkai KISG and Saikul Area Naga Peoples Organisation SANPO informed all concerned that the representation submitted to the Chief Minister of Manipur as a reminder on the problem of police district boundary …

The joint committee of Kuki Inpi, Saikul Gamkai KISG and Saikul Area Naga Peoples Organisation SANPO informed all concerned that the representation submitted to the Chief Minister of Manipur as a reminder on the problem of police district boundary and police stations jurisdictions have been kept in the cold storage by the Government till today Source The Sangai Express Newmai News Network

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Ban on canned fish revoked

Ban imposed on sale of canned fish brand called Sea Cherry Mackerels Sowkar in brine has reportedly been revoked by the Health Department’s Food Safety Commissioner Source The Sangai Express

Ban imposed on sale of canned fish brand called Sea Cherry Mackerels Sowkar in brine has reportedly been revoked by the Health Department’s Food Safety Commissioner Source The Sangai Express

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Sangai and Hornbill fests Striking similarities amid contrasting differences

Two neighbouring States and two State sponsored tourism festivals in November and December during the festive seasons of Ningol Chakkouba and Christmas Source The Sangai Express

Two neighbouring States and two State sponsored tourism festivals in November and December during the festive seasons of Ningol Chakkouba and Christmas Source The Sangai Express

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Classical dance fest to mark Swami Damodara birthday

In connection with the 76th Vyasa Pujah Festival birth anniversary of BS Damodara Swami Srila Sripada which falls on December 8, an international classical dance festival christened Indiclad 2013 would be held at Imphal Source The Sangai Express

In connection with the 76th Vyasa Pujah Festival birth anniversary of BS Damodara Swami Srila Sripada which falls on December 8, an international classical dance festival christened Indiclad 2013 would be held at Imphal Source The Sangai Express

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Bravery awards

Three children of the State Kharibam Gunichand Devi of Charangpat, Master Ksh Kangleinganba of Tronglaobi Makha Leikai and L Master Khahangthei of Tusen Chanhong, Ukhrul have been selected for this year’s National Bravery Award Source The Sangai E…

Three children of the State Kharibam Gunichand Devi of Charangpat, Master Ksh Kangleinganba of Tronglaobi Makha Leikai and L Master Khahangthei of Tusen Chanhong, Ukhrul have been selected for this year’s National Bravery Award Source The Sangai Express

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Corpse of missing child found

The one and half year old boy, Phanjoubam Leisemba, who went missing since Dec 1 from his home at Tekcham Bazar under Kakching PS in Thoubal district was found dead in a pond located just around 50 metres away from the victim’s residence this morning …

The one and half year old boy, Phanjoubam Leisemba, who went missing since Dec 1 from his home at Tekcham Bazar under Kakching PS in Thoubal district was found dead in a pond located just around 50 metres away from the victim’s residence this morning Source The Sangai Express

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Leader of UG group in peace pact held for abducting nonlocal

The general secretary of the Lallumba group of KCP MC , Wahengbam Ramananda alias Rousow 38 along with another accomplice has been arrested by the Imphal East police on the charge of abducting a non local man, Suresh Prasad alias Suan 31 of Bihar …

The general secretary of the Lallumba group of KCP MC , Wahengbam Ramananda alias Rousow 38 along with another accomplice has been arrested by the Imphal East police on the charge of abducting a non local man, Suresh Prasad alias Suan 31 of Bihar Source The Sangai Express

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After not an inch to be ceded stand, Delhi takes one more step forward Join team of officials, political parties to survey fencing

A delegation of Home Ministry to be led by Joint Secretary Shambhu Singh along with officials from Border Management and Survey of India will visit the State to conduct a spot verification of the fencing work and the ‘disputed areas’ along Indo Myanmar…

A delegation of Home Ministry to be led by Joint Secretary Shambhu Singh along with officials from Border Management and Survey of India will visit the State to conduct a spot verification of the fencing work and the ‘disputed areas’ along Indo Myanmar border within Manipur Source The Sangai Express N Hanghal Manipur Info Centre

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Fortnight observance

As a part of the International Fortnight Observation Protesting Violence Against Women, a one day discussion on ‘Domestic violence and its impact on the family, community and society’ was held at Manipur Press Club today Source The Sangai Express

As a part of the International Fortnight Observation Protesting Violence Against Women, a one day discussion on ‘Domestic violence and its impact on the family, community and society’ was held at Manipur Press Club today Source The Sangai Express

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Winter Mela concludes

The three day Winter Mela organised by NGOs with the objective of facilitating differently abled persons showcase their skills in handloom and handicraft professions concluded today at Tera Primary School campus Source The Sangai Express

The three day Winter Mela organised by NGOs with the objective of facilitating differently abled persons showcase their skills in handloom and handicraft professions concluded today at Tera Primary School campus Source The Sangai Express

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Gov summons winter session

IMPHAL, Dec 5: The Governor of Manipur has summoned the 6th session of the 10 Manipur Legislative Assembly session, from December 18. The official notification was issued by the Assembly Secretary dated December 2. However the numbers of sittings is … Continue reading

IMPHAL, Dec 5: The Governor of Manipur has summoned the 6th session of the 10 Manipur Legislative Assembly session, from December 18. The official notification was issued by the Assembly Secretary dated December 2. However the numbers of sittings is yet to be finalized by the Business Advisory Committee (BAC) as the BAC chairman, the Chief Minister of Manipur being out of station.  

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Mending Fences

The direction from the Union Government to the Border Road Organisation on Thursday to stop fencing works along the Myamarese border right away will calm a lot of unsettled nerves. We can make a derivation that the Centre has acknowledged … Continue reading

The direction from the Union Government to the Border Road Organisation on Thursday to stop fencing works along the Myamarese border right away will calm a lot of unsettled nerves. We can make a derivation that the Centre has acknowledged that the present situation merits more facts digging and rummaging through old history and geography manuscripts and that the line of fencing is not as clear cut, contrary to its earlier assumptions. Co-incidentally, the Union home minister SK Shinde who had earlier cautioned the state government from reacting in any way to antagonize the Myanmarese government was the one to send the directives to the BRO.

It was gratifying to note that the Centre treated the issue with gravity. Besides the officials of the Home Ministry and the state team, the other representations at the talks were from the BRO, the Surveyor General of India and the Assam Rifles, which has been watching the 1624 kilometer long Indo-Myanmar border. All the sides that participated at the decisive discussion on Thursday will be represented during the spot verification of the fencing work and disputed border pillars on December 7 and 8 as well. The Centre has reflected its seriousness on rectification of the fencing by its deeds over the last two days including the pledge from the Prime Minister Dr Manmohan Singh on protecting every inch of land belonging to Manipur. His words will be the anchor on which the whole campaign for restoration of the rightful boundary of Manipur will rest.

The latest development should not be taken as a timer for a short break but as the sharp sounding of the bugle to brace ourselves for the long and taxing tasks ahead. We should not be led to overlook the demand in the memorandum to the Prime Minister for total dismantling of the erroneous border fencing. Moreover, dozens of border pillars pushed deep into Manipur territory has to be retrieved to its original places and fencing stopped along the 35-km stretch of unsettled boundary. Everyone agrees with the assertion of the all party delegation that the clarification that the ‘fencing were security fencing not border fencing’ was not merely unconvincing but provocative. The conglomeration of political parties should neither relent on its demand for involvement of the Manipur government as an essential party in all issues pertaining to the India-Myanmar international boundary lying within the jurisdiction of Manipur state.

No doubt, the crusade for justice on the border row has received the much needed fillip. Many noteworthy events had transpired since the issue snowballed into a major controversy warranting the direct involvement of the Prime Minister of India. However, there are still many grey areas that need to be resolved. The BJP and MPP chose not to board the flight to Delhi this time owing to sharp differences, mainly on the ‘dubious’ role of the Congress Government and the Chief Minister O Ibobi regarding the surrender of state’s land for the Yangoupokpi-Lokchao Wildlife Sanctuary. Hidden facts if any need to be brought to the surface and engaging in mudslinging exercise and verbal duels will not be helpful in this direction. The all party delegation has succeeded in projecting an orientation for the next step and it is desirable that BJP and MPP join the trip on December 7 and 8 and ennoble themselves.

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ZU appeals all to shun violence

IMPHAL, Dec 5: The Zeliangrong Union (Assam, Manipur, Nagaland) has appealed to all UG groups of the Zeliangrong people, particularly operating in the Zeliangrong areas to shun violence. The appeal was made in a press release in view of the … Continue reading

IMPHAL, Dec 5: The Zeliangrong Union (Assam, Manipur, Nagaland) has appealed to all UG groups of the Zeliangrong people, particularly operating in the Zeliangrong areas to shun violence.

The appeal was made in a press release in view of the ensuing festive season such as the “Orange Festival” which will be held in Tamenglong district, Christmas and the Happy New Year, adding that the biggest festival of Zeliangrong people, “Gaan-Ngai” is not far.

Unfortunately, some serious clashes between different factions have recently occurred resulting in bloodshed, death and injury to a number of their cadres, it said and added that the public don`t want to see such sad incidents of  fratricidal killings especially during the festive season, it said.

As the previous `Chaguat Phom`, the Zeliangrong Elders` Forum of Peace Brokers, has been dissolved, the ZU-AMN is considering reconstituting a fresh “Chaguat Phom” to look after the peace situation in the Zeliangrong areas, it said.

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Sharmila announces Rs 4 lakh for Red Cross Society

IMPHAL, Dec 5: Irom Chanu Sharmila has said she will donate Rs four lakh to the International Red Cross Society and another Rs two lakh to the Manipur titular king Leishemba Sanajaoba. Sharmila was produced before the JMIC, Imphal East. … Continue reading

IMPHAL, Dec 5: Irom Chanu Sharmila has said she will donate Rs four lakh to the International Red Cross Society and another Rs two lakh to the Manipur titular king Leishemba Sanajaoba.

Sharmila was produced before the JMIC, Imphal East.

Irom Singhajit, brother of the crusader said the Just Peace Foundation will soon be transfering a total of Rs 6.70 lakh which is in the trust’s bank account to Sharmila’s account.

He also said that the trust has to transfer a total asset of Rs 17 lakh including the Rs 6.70 lakh.

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