Anomalies suspected in JNIMS MS appointment

IMPHAL, Jul 5: A strong suspicion has been raised about possible anomalies in the selec-tion process of the Medical Superintendent (MS) of JNIMS, the lone medical college run by the State Government.
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IMPHAL, Jul 5: A strong suspicion has been raised about possible anomalies in the selec-tion process of the Medical Superintendent (MS) of JNIMS, the lone medical college run by the State Government.

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HNA founder president shot dead

CCpur, Jul 5: The founder president of Hmar National Army (HNA), an armed group affiliated to KNO and a signatory to the tripartite Suspension of Operation (SoO) with the State and Central Government, was killed in the wee hours today as armed assailan…

CCpur, Jul 5: The founder president of Hmar National Army (HNA), an armed group affiliated to KNO and a signatory to the tripartite Suspension of Operation (SoO) with the State and Central Government, was killed in the wee hours today as armed assailants reportedly shot him twice outside his rented house at Hmar Veng here.

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JAC threatens to launch fresh stir

IMPHAL, Jul 5: The JAC constituted against declaration of former JCILPS convenor Khomdram Ratan as a wanted man has threatened to launch different forms of intense agitation in association with JCILPS from July 9 if the FIR and wanted tag are not revok…

IMPHAL, Jul 5: The JAC constituted against declaration of former JCILPS convenor Khomdram Ratan as a wanted man has threatened to launch different forms of intense agitation in association with JCILPS from July 9 if the FIR and wanted tag are not revoked before July 8 so that Ratan may take part at the death anniversary of Sapam Robinhood. Speaking to reporters, JAC spokesperson Th Dara urged the public to extend support to the agitations initiated by the JAC in this regard.

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Forest Dept highlights forest conservation measures

IMPHAL, Jul 5: Rampant deforestation in the State has immense effect on the environ-ment. Concerned district administrations in the hill districts have been instructed to take measures to stop cutting down of trees for poppy and ganja cultivations in t…

IMPHAL, Jul 5: Rampant deforestation in the State has immense effect on the environ-ment. Concerned district administrations in the hill districts have been instructed to take measures to stop cutting down of trees for poppy and ganja cultivations in the hill areas, and to take up large scale afforestation drive, said Addi-tional Chief Secretary (Forest) Sambhu Singh during an interaction with media persons at DIPR complex today.

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Nungei villagers go back home

IMPHAL, Jul 5: People of one Nungei village who were taking shelter at Lilong Chajing and Iram Siphai went back to their village today.
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IMPHAL, Jul 5: People of one Nungei village who were taking shelter at Lilong Chajing and Iram Siphai went back to their village today.

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State to seek GI tag for Siroi Lily, Tml Orange and Shirarakhong Chilly

IMPHAL, Jul 5 : Manipur’s horticulture depart-ment has taken up steps for getting GI (Geographical Indication) tag for Tamenglong orange, Siroi lily and Shira-rakhong chilly found in the state. Previously, the Kachai lemon found in Ukhrul district of the state was given the GI tag in April 2015.

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IMPHAL, Jul 5 : Manipur’s horticulture depart-ment has taken up steps for getting GI (Geographical Indication) tag for Tamenglong orange, Siroi lily and Shira-rakhong chilly found in the state. Previously, the Kachai lemon found in Ukhrul district of the state was given the GI tag in April 2015.

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PCI moots amendment of guidelines

IMPHAL, Jul 5: Press Council of India (PCI) Convenor Ravindra Kumar has said that the guidelines laid down by the Council need to be amended considering the inconveniences faced by the scribes working at conflict-torn areas like Manipur.
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IMPHAL, Jul 5: Press Council of India (PCI) Convenor Ravindra Kumar has said that the guidelines laid down by the Council need to be amended considering the inconveniences faced by the scribes working at conflict-torn areas like Manipur.

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Protest demonstration

Thoubal, Jul 5: A sit-in protest was staged by students against the construction of Power Sub-Station at Yairipok High School today, reports our correspondent.
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Thoubal, Jul 5: A sit-in protest was staged by students against the construction of Power Sub-Station at Yairipok High School today, reports our correspondent.

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Social work

Thoubal, Jul 5: Staff members of Kakching CHC, Hospital Management Committee and Kakching Municipal Council undertook a cleanliness drive in and around Kakching CHC, reports our correspondent.
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Thoubal, Jul 5: Staff members of Kakching CHC, Hospital Management Committee and Kakching Municipal Council undertook a cleanliness drive in and around Kakching CHC, reports our correspondent.

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Former Minister extends help

Tamenglong, Jul 5: Former Minister Samuel Jendai today handed over 3 excavators to villagers of Kabui Khullen Part-I.
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Tamenglong, Jul 5: Former Minister Samuel Jendai today handed over 3 excavators to villagers of Kabui Khullen Part-I.

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Tree plantation

Bishnupur, Jul 5: A tree plantation drive was initiated by Bishnupur Forest Division at Mini Secretariat complex as part of the 67th Vanamahotsava week, reports our correspondent.
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Bishnupur, Jul 5: A tree plantation drive was initiated by Bishnupur Forest Division at Mini Secretariat complex as part of the 67th Vanamahotsava week, reports our correspondent.

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Snake bite victim saved

IMPHAL, Jul 5: Medical team of Thoubal Battalion of Keithelmanbi Sector Assam Rifles under the aegis of Hqs IGAR (South) saved the life of a snake bite victim on July 4. The victim namely Shanti (48) w/o Elangbam Biren Singh of Khangabok in Thoubal dis…

IMPHAL, Jul 5: Medical team of Thoubal Battalion of Keithelmanbi Sector Assam Rifles under the aegis of Hqs IGAR (South) saved the life of a snake bite victim on July 4. The victim namely Shanti (48) w/o Elangbam Biren Singh of Khangabok in Thoubal district was bitten by a snake while farming and was immediately rushed to the unit hospital of Thoubal Battalion of Assam Rifles.

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Transit camp constructed

IMPHAL, Jul 5: As part of ongoing ‘Border Area Development’ projects being undertaken by the Assam Rifles, Chassad Battalion of Somsai Sector Assam Rifles under the aegis of Hqs IGAR (South) constructed a transit camp at border village Kashung, under Kasom Khullen Block in Ukhrul district and handed over the same to village authority on June 30. The construction of the transit camp proved to be a worthwhile project as it will help the travellers and other persons in transit to the village to use the services of this transit hut in the village, said a press release issued by PRO Hqs IGAR (S).

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IMPHAL, Jul 5: As part of ongoing ‘Border Area Development’ projects being undertaken by the Assam Rifles, Chassad Battalion of Somsai Sector Assam Rifles under the aegis of Hqs IGAR (South) constructed a transit camp at border village Kashung, under Kasom Khullen Block in Ukhrul district and handed over the same to village authority on June 30. The construction of the transit camp proved to be a worthwhile project as it will help the travellers and other persons in transit to the village to use the services of this transit hut in the village, said a press release issued by PRO Hqs IGAR (S).

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IGAR (S) greets

IMPHAL, Jul 5: IGAR (S) Maj Gen VS Sreenivas and all ranks of Assam Rifles extended warm greetings and sincere goodwill to the people of Manipur on the auspicious occasion of Id-ul-Fitr.
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IMPHAL, Jul 5: IGAR (S) Maj Gen VS Sreenivas and all ranks of Assam Rifles extended warm greetings and sincere goodwill to the people of Manipur on the auspicious occasion of Id-ul-Fitr.

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Compensation distributed

IMPHAL, Jul 5: Keirao Bitra SDO today distributed compensation to the people of Keirao AC whose houses were damaged by flood at Imphal East DC office complex.
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IMPHAL, Jul 5: Keirao Bitra SDO today distributed compensation to the people of Keirao AC whose houses were damaged by flood at Imphal East DC office complex.

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Manipur to launch community based catchement project – Eastern Mirror

Manipur to launch community based catchement projectEastern MirrorStating that the forest cover of Manipur (77 percent of state area) is on the rise as per Forest Survey of India reports, Prasad, said the department is also trying to tackle the jhum cu…

Manipur to launch community based catchement project
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Stating that the forest cover of Manipur (77 percent of state area) is on the rise as per Forest Survey of India reports, Prasad, said the department is also trying to tackle the jhum cultivation by introducing new steps which include rehabilitation of

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Manipur embarks on major campaign to save forest – Morung Express

Manipur embarks on major campaign to save forest
Morung Express
Manipur’s abundance in the diversity of the forests and its resources are attributed to its ideal location. Located in the junction of two of the world’s bio-diversity hotspots viz., the Indo-Myanmar hotspot and the Himalayan hotspot, the forest cover

Manipur embarks on major campaign to save forest
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Manipur's abundance in the diversity of the forests and its resources are attributed to its ideal location. Located in the junction of two of the world's bio-diversity hotspots viz., the Indo-Myanmar hotspot and the Himalayan hotspot, the forest cover

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The mystic rainbow in the woods of Chishilimi. The rainbow in the Naga National Flag. – By Sira Kharay

The rationalists would argue that a rainbow is nothing but a coincidence of nature. But every myth, legend and story of a nation need not always pass the test of scientific accuracy. A mystic rainbow appeared at Chishilimi in the evening of 28th June, 2016, when the news of the demise of the mighty Naga […]

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The rationalists would argue that a rainbow is nothing but a coincidence of nature. But every myth, legend and story of a nation need not always pass the test of scientific accuracy. A mystic rainbow appeared at Chishilimi in the evening of 28th June, 2016, when the news of the demise of the mighty Naga […]

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Hmar National Army founder Lalthanshang shot dead in Manipur – The Hindu

Times of IndiaHmar National Army founder Lalthanshang shot dead in ManipurThe HinduLalthanshang, the founder-president of the Hmar National Army, was shot dead by suspected tribal insurgents in Manipur on Tuesday. He was shot dead near his house in Chu…


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Hmar National Army founder Lalthanshang shot dead in Manipur
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Lalthanshang, the founder-president of the Hmar National Army, was shot dead by suspected tribal insurgents in Manipur on Tuesday. He was shot dead near his house in Churachandpur district of Manipur. Police have registered a case, but no arrests have …
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Manipur to Seek GI Tag for Siroi Lily, Tamenglong Orange and Shirarakhong Chilly – NorthEast Today


NorthEast Today

Manipur to Seek GI Tag for Siroi Lily, Tamenglong Orange and Shirarakhong Chilly
NorthEast Today
Manipur’s horticulture department has taken up steps for getting GI (Geographical Indication) tag for Tamenglong orange, siroi lily and shirarakhong chilly found in the state. Previously, the Kachai lemon found in Ukhrul district of the state was given
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Manipur to Seek GI Tag for Siroi Lily, Tamenglong Orange and Shirarakhong Chilly
NorthEast Today
Manipur's horticulture department has taken up steps for getting GI (Geographical Indication) tag for Tamenglong orange, siroi lily and shirarakhong chilly found in the state. Previously, the Kachai lemon found in Ukhrul district of the state was given
Manipur's orange, Siroi lily, to get GI indexE-Pao.net

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