BJP bemoans fate of Sangai

Pointing out that head of some other species of deer is being used in the logo of the ongoing Manipur Sangai Festival, BJP Manipur Pradesh has asked the State Government if they have done anything substantial to protect and preserve endangered Sangai …

Pointing out that head of some other species of deer is being used in the logo of the ongoing Manipur Sangai Festival, BJP Manipur Pradesh has asked the State Government if they have done anything substantial to protect and preserve endangered Sangai Source The Sangai Express

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Know Smart Cities Mission statement and guidelines

With the State Government ready to seek the opinion and inputs of the people to ensure that Imphal is included in the list of 20 places to be made a Smart City in the current financial year, The Sangai Express hereby reproduces a copy issued by the Min…

With the State Government ready to seek the opinion and inputs of the people to ensure that Imphal is included in the list of 20 places to be made a Smart City in the current financial year, The Sangai Express hereby reproduces a copy issued by the Ministry of Urban Development on what a Smart City is all about Source The Sangai Express Ministry of Urban Development

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Violent confrontation at UNACCO school JSCC expresses deep concern

Joint Students’ Co ordination Committee JSCC has expressed concern over the violent altercation which occurred at the campus of Unacco Excellent Academy on November 24 Source The Sangai Express

Joint Students’ Co ordination Committee JSCC has expressed concern over the violent altercation which occurred at the campus of Unacco Excellent Academy on November 24 Source The Sangai Express

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KNO, UPF take joint decision on new outfits

Kuki National Organisation and United Peoples’ Front UPF has taken a joint decision on formation of new outfits during the current situation and asserted the two groups will counter such moves collectively and effectively Source Hueiyen News Ser…

Kuki National Organisation and United Peoples’ Front UPF has taken a joint decision on formation of new outfits during the current situation and asserted the two groups will counter such moves collectively and effectively Source Hueiyen News Service

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Candidate cries foul

Laiphrakpam Gyaneshore, Msc 3rd semester, Department of Life Science, Manipur University, has begun an indefinite hunger strike today against the alleged denial of his right to contest MUSU election through intimidation and threats by one student body …

Laiphrakpam Gyaneshore, Msc 3rd semester, Department of Life Science, Manipur University, has begun an indefinite hunger strike today against the alleged denial of his right to contest MUSU election through intimidation and threats by one student body Source The Sangai Express

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Somdal Village Authority refutes blast reports no evidence of blast found, police claims

In the wake of the Manipur Naga People’s Front MNPF claiming hand in a reported powerful IED blast on Friday at Somdal village in Ukhrul district that appeared in local dailies, the Somdal Village Authority has today vehemently refuted the report say…

In the wake of the Manipur Naga People’s Front MNPF claiming hand in a reported powerful IED blast on Friday at Somdal village in Ukhrul district that appeared in local dailies, the Somdal Village Authority has today vehemently refuted the report saying that it was not a bomb blast but an explosion of a local electric transformer Source Hueiyen News Service R Lester Makang

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Hardly 1000 speak Meiteilon in Myanmar

There are hardly 1000 people in Myanmar who can speak Meiteilon and it would be impossible to revive Meiteilon and Meitei community in the neighbouring country without assistance from Manipur, said Myanmar Meitei Diaspora convenor K Sundergopal Sourc…

There are hardly 1000 people in Myanmar who can speak Meiteilon and it would be impossible to revive Meiteilon and Meitei community in the neighbouring country without assistance from Manipur, said Myanmar Meitei Diaspora convenor K Sundergopal Source The Sangai Express

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State Govt has taken initiatives to preserve indigenous ponies CM

Chief Minister O Ibobi on Sunday stated that the Government of Manipur has taken initiatives on establishing an exclusive sanctuary for the Manipuri ponies to protect the indigenous breed from the threat of extinction Source Hueiyen News Service

Chief Minister O Ibobi on Sunday stated that the Government of Manipur has taken initiatives on establishing an exclusive sanctuary for the Manipuri ponies to protect the indigenous breed from the threat of extinction Source Hueiyen News Service

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KNO, UPF agree on common pol road map, warn divisive forces

The armed conglomerates, KNO and UPF have today issued a joint statement reiterating their commitment to the political survival of the people and their support to the movement against the three ‘anti tribal Bills’, and warned divisive activities or for…

The armed conglomerates, KNO and UPF have today issued a joint statement reiterating their commitment to the political survival of the people and their support to the movement against the three ‘anti tribal Bills’, and warned divisive activities or formation of any new outfit Source The Sangai Express

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Ukhrul KVK’s slackness irks Director ICAR, NEH

The lackadaisical performance of KVK, Ukhrul has irked Director ICAR NEH region, Dr Ngachan Francis and his visiting team during the evaluation of work performances, achievements and the proposed action plan 2016 17 at the Scientific Advisory meeting S…

The lackadaisical performance of KVK, Ukhrul has irked Director ICAR NEH region, Dr Ngachan Francis and his visiting team during the evaluation of work performances, achievements and the proposed action plan 2016 17 at the Scientific Advisory meeting SAC held at TTA, hall Ukhrul Source The Sangai Express Mungchan Zimik

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Trend of Manipuri Literature outside Manipur held in Shillong

A literary forum on Trend of Manipuri Literature outside Manipur and literary meet was held in Shillong, Meghalaya on Sunday Source Hueiyen News Service

A literary forum on Trend of Manipuri Literature outside Manipur and literary meet was held in Shillong, Meghalaya on Sunday Source Hueiyen News Service

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Jyotin unfazed by defeat

Unfazed by the recent defeat at the hands of BJP candidate Kh Joykishan, Jyotin Waikhom has decided to fight for the Thangmeiband seat once again on Congress ticket in the 11th Manipur Legislative Assembly election which is due in 2017 Source The Sa…

Unfazed by the recent defeat at the hands of BJP candidate Kh Joykishan, Jyotin Waikhom has decided to fight for the Thangmeiband seat once again on Congress ticket in the 11th Manipur Legislative Assembly election which is due in 2017 Source The Sangai Express

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Eimi Times daily celebrates 3 years of publication

Eimi Times, a Thadou Kuki and English Bilingual daily organised a thanks giving program at its office building located at New Lambulane, Imphal on Saturday to celebrate the completion of 3 years of publication Source The Sangai Express

Eimi Times, a Thadou Kuki and English Bilingual daily organised a thanks giving program at its office building located at New Lambulane, Imphal on Saturday to celebrate the completion of 3 years of publication Source The Sangai Express

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Entry tickets sold in the grey market

With this year’s edition of the Manipur Sangai coming to an end tomorrow, Hapta Kangjeibung, the main venue of the festival and surrounding areas were virtually transformed into a sea of humanity today Source The Sangai Express

With this year’s edition of the Manipur Sangai coming to an end tomorrow, Hapta Kangjeibung, the main venue of the festival and surrounding areas were virtually transformed into a sea of humanity today Source The Sangai Express

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Curtains down for Sangai festival today Ticket Worth Of Rs 20 Sold At Rs 100 At The Festival Venue Visitors Taken For A Ride

The ten day Sangai Festival which commenced from November 21 last will conclude on Monday Source Hueiyen News Service

The ten day Sangai Festival which commenced from November 21 last will conclude on Monday Source Hueiyen News Service

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Suggestions pour in from public

Following Government’s appeal to the public to give suggestions regarding upgradation of Imphal as a smart city, The Sangai Express has also started seeking opinion from its readers and general public and carrying the same on this daily from today So…

Following Government’s appeal to the public to give suggestions regarding upgradation of Imphal as a smart city, The Sangai Express has also started seeking opinion from its readers and general public and carrying the same on this daily from today Source The Sangai Express

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Asnikumar tears into Cong govt over Sangai Festival

IMPHAL, November 29: The Congress government is doing business in the Sangai Festival in the name of State festival. Ironically, it does not have any action plan for protection of

IMPHAL, November 29: The Congress government is doing business in the Sangai Festival in the name of State festival. Ironically, it does not have any action plan for protection of Sangai and Keibul Lamjao since 2003, alleged Moirangthem Asnikumar, general secretary of BJP Manipur Pradesh.

Addressing media persons at his office chamber here today, Asnikumar pointed out that the Congress government only showcased commercial items, indigenous games and sports adventures in the Sangai Festival to be included in the map of world tourism but do nothing to popularize and promote Sangai through the festival.

Referring to the wrong logo of Sangai portrayed on hoardings put up along the road medians showing Sangai in different manner, he said that the wrong portrayal of Sangai on the hoardings is a clear indication that there is an utter miscommunication between the Forest Department and Tourism Department.

Maintaining that Sangai is inhabited at Keibul Lamjao covering around 40 sq km of phumdi areas which is the only habitat areas in the world, he said that the State government has not taken up any comprehensive action plan to conserve wetland areas and species of Sangai.

There is an imminent threat to the ecology and bio-diversity of Keibul Lamjao. Above all, there have been disturbing changes in and around Keibul Lamjao threatening the existence of Sangai, Asnikumar said.

He also said that Keibul Lamjao National Park has been affected due to the existence of Ethai Barrage and Loktak Hydel Power Project.

Loktak Hydel Power Project can be replaced by an alternative means for generating power but Sangai and Keibul Lamjao cannot be replaced by any other means once they went extinct, he said.

Stating that Chief Minister O Ibobi, Forest & Environment Minister Th Devendro and other concerned government officials have not visited the Keibul Lamjao in the last 13 years, Asnikumar said that the government made tall claims and expressed concern on Keibul Lamjao only at the time of elections just to gain political mileage.

Though the Central Government sanctioned one post of IFS Officer, Deputy Conservator of Forest Park and Century for posting at Keibul Lamjao in 1997 for the protection of Sangai, the IFS Officer was posted at Sanjenthong and operated Keibul Lamjao on remote control, he claimed.

He demanded redesign of the posts and make the IFS Officer work from Keibul Lamjao National Park directly

Sanction of funds from the Central Government for conservation of Keibul Lamjao National Park will prove worthless as the State government never give priority on protection of Sangai species, he said.

Urging the government to provide revival package for rehabilitation of surrounding villages in and around Keibul Lamjao, Asnikumar viewed that LDA only cannot protect and conserve Keibul Lamjao

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