Month: January 2017

Be the change: It is about growing in years, not about getting old!

Shobha Shukla
From previous issue
Pons rightly believes that Old People’s Associations or clubs are important, as they are effective channels to deal with the increasing isolation experienced by the elderly, especially those living in urban areas. These clubs help the aged to interact with other people in similar situations, and to make their voices heard by policy makers and implementers.

Shobha Shukla
From previous issue
Pons rightly believes that Old People’s Associations or clubs are important, as they are effective channels to deal with the increasing isolation experienced by the elderly, especially those living in urban areas. These clubs help the aged to interact with other people in similar situations, and to make their voices heard by policy makers and implementers.

Read more / Original news source: http://www.thesangaiexpress.com/be-the-change-it-is-about-growing-in-years-not-about-getting-old-2/

N Hazari & Dr Tombi State polo tournament Meiraba, IRC, ESC script easy wins

IMPHAL, Jan 29: Meiraba Polo Club, Imphal Riding Club and Eastern Students’ Club registered comfortable wins against their respective opponents today in the ongoing 32nd N Hazari and Dr N Tombi State polo tournament 2017 at Mapal Kangjeibung.

IMPHAL, Jan 29: Meiraba Polo Club, Imphal Riding Club and Eastern Students’ Club registered comfortable wins against their respective opponents today in the ongoing 32nd N Hazari and Dr N Tombi State polo tournament 2017 at Mapal Kangjeibung.

Read more / Original news source: http://www.thesangaiexpress.com/n-hazari-dr-tombi-state-polo-tournament-meiraba-irc-esc-script-easy-wins/

Senior Men, Women Manipur Hockey League KHSC, YCCIC romp to victories

IMPHAL, Jan 29: KHSC, Khongman and YCCIC, Kontha Ahallup romped to victories today in the ongoing Senior Men and Women Manipur Hockey League 2017 at Khuman Lampak hockey stadium.

IMPHAL, Jan 29: KHSC, Khongman and YCCIC, Kontha Ahallup romped to victories today in the ongoing Senior Men and Women Manipur Hockey League 2017 at Khuman Lampak hockey stadium.

Read more / Original news source: http://www.thesangaiexpress.com/senior-men-women-manipur-hockey-league-khsc-yccic-romp-to-victories/

MLA Shyamkumar threatened

In an apparent election-related incident, tension ran high at Yairipok Yambem in Thoubal district today after a supporter of an intending BJP candidate for the ensuing State Assembly election threatened to kill sitting MLA of Andro Assembly Constituenc…

In an apparent election-related incident, tension ran high at Yairipok Yambem in Thoubal district today after a supporter of an intending BJP candidate for the ensuing State Assembly election threatened to kill sitting MLA of Andro Assembly Constituency, Thounaojam Shyamkumar.

Read more / Original news source: http://www.thesangaiexpress.com/mla-shyamkumar-threatened/

Bomb found

A bomb was found planted by unknown persons at the residence of a worker at Khabam Bamdiar under Nambol police station in Bishnupur district yesterday at around 10 am.

A bomb was found planted by unknown persons at the residence of a worker at Khabam Bamdiar under Nambol police station in Bishnupur district yesterday at around 10 am.

Read more / Original news source: http://www.thesangaiexpress.com/bomb-found-4/

AMSU election

The executive council election of the All Manipur Students’ Union (AMSU) head quarters 2017-2019 session will be held on February 25, conveyed a press release issued by Kh Khaba, returning officer of AMSU.

The executive council election of the All Manipur Students’ Union (AMSU) head quarters 2017-2019 session will be held on February 25, conveyed a press release issued by Kh Khaba, returning officer of AMSU.

Read more / Original news source: http://www.thesangaiexpress.com/amsu-election/

DIET WEEK

The ‘DIET WEEK’ will be held on January 30 at 11 am at DM college campus, conveyed a press release issued by Principal in charge of District Institute of Education and Training (DIET).

The ‘DIET WEEK’ will be held on January 30 at 11 am at DM college campus, conveyed a press release issued by Principal in charge of District Institute of Education and Training (DIET).

Read more / Original news source: http://www.thesangaiexpress.com/diet-week/

Cong campaigning in the name of NSCN (IM) : BJP

IMPHAL, Jan 29 : Giving it back word for word to the Chief Minister for his ‘BJP, UNC, NSCN (IM) are one and same’ quip on January 28, the State unit of the BJP today asserted that the Congress is canvassing for vote by using the name of the NSCN (IM) and added that if […]

IMPHAL, Jan 29 : Giving it back word for word to the Chief Minister for his ‘BJP, UNC, NSCN (IM) are one and same’ quip on January 28, the State unit of the BJP today asserted that the Congress is canvassing for vote by using the name of the NSCN (IM) and added that if […]

Read more / Original news source: http://www.thesangaiexpress.com/cong-campaigning-in-the-name-of-nscn-im-bjp/

Asian Games gold medallist boxer Dingko Singh battles cancer

New Delhi, Jan 29 :A tiny two-room apartment in Shahpur Jat locality, through which narrows lanes run, is where Dingko Singh, a former Asian Games gold medallist boxer, is recuperating after a life-saving operation. It’s almost a decade since the 1998 Bangkok Asiad winner retired but little did he know then that his biggest fight lay ahead of him —a battle with liver cancer.

New Delhi, Jan 29 :A tiny two-room apartment in Shahpur Jat locality, through which narrows lanes run, is where Dingko Singh, a former Asian Games gold medallist boxer, is recuperating after a life-saving operation. It’s almost a decade since the 1998 Bangkok Asiad winner retired but little did he know then that his biggest fight lay ahead of him —a battle with liver cancer.

Read more / Original news source: http://www.thesangaiexpress.com/asian-games-gold-medallist-boxer-dingko-singh-battles-cancer/

Two abducted workers killed in alleged cross firing

IMPHAL, Jan 29: Two workers out of three who were abducted by suspected KNF (N) cadres were killed in an alleged gunfight between the underground outfit and KNA cadres who came to rescue the workers.

IMPHAL, Jan 29: Two workers out of three who were abducted by suspected KNF (N) cadres were killed in an alleged gunfight between the underground outfit and KNA cadres who came to rescue the workers.

Read more / Original news source: http://www.thesangaiexpress.com/two-abducted-workers-killed-in-alleged-cross-firing/

Sarita outpunches Bedo in first pro-bout

IMPHAL, Jan 29 : Crowd favourite and Asian Games bronze medallist Laishram Sarita outboxed 59-pro bout veteran Zsofia Bedo of Hungary in her first professional outing at the Indoor stadium of Khuman Lampak sports complex today evening.

IMPHAL, Jan 29 : Crowd favourite and Asian Games bronze medallist Laishram Sarita outboxed 59-pro bout veteran Zsofia Bedo of Hungary in her first professional outing at the Indoor stadium of Khuman Lampak sports complex today evening.

Read more / Original news source: http://www.thesangaiexpress.com/sarita-outpunches-bedo-in-first-pro-bout/

Blockade blessing in disguise for Congress

The Asian Age
IMPHAL, Jan 29 : The ongoing “indefinite” economic blockade called by the United Naga Council (UNC) has not only given an edge to the ruling Congress party because of polarisation between the people of hills and the valley, but also helped three-time Chief Minister Okram Ibobi Singh in diverting focus of the electorate from anti-incumbency risks. The UNC is the umbrella group of Naga social organisations.

The Asian Age
IMPHAL, Jan 29 : The ongoing “indefinite” economic blockade called by the United Naga Council (UNC) has not only given an edge to the ruling Congress party because of polarisation between the people of hills and the valley, but also helped three-time Chief Minister Okram Ibobi Singh in diverting focus of the electorate from anti-incumbency risks. The UNC is the umbrella group of Naga social organisations.

Read more / Original news source: http://www.thesangaiexpress.com/blockade-blessing-in-disguise-for-congress/

2 UTLA men held for attacking chairman

CCpur, Jan 29: Exactly a week after the chairman of UTLA, an armed group under SoO, was attacked by armed men in front of his residence at Tollen village, the Churachandpur police have today arrested two UTLA cadres belonging to a rival faction who wer…

CCpur, Jan 29: Exactly a week after the chairman of UTLA, an armed group under SoO, was attacked by armed men in front of his residence at Tollen village, the Churachandpur police have today arrested two UTLA cadres belonging to a rival faction who were reportedly involved in the attack.

Read more / Original news source: http://www.thesangaiexpress.com/2-utla-men-held-for-attacking-chairman/

North East Film Festival gets underway in Pune

Pune, Jan 29 : Information and Broadcasting Ministry Secretary Ajay Mittal today said North East Film Festival (NEFF) ‘Fragrances from the North East’ is an unique window to films, food, culture and handicrafts diversity of the region.

Pune, Jan 29 : Information and Broadcasting Ministry Secretary Ajay Mittal today said North East Film Festival (NEFF) ‘Fragrances from the North East’ is an unique window to films, food, culture and handicrafts diversity of the region.

Read more / Original news source: http://www.thesangaiexpress.com/north-east-film-festival-gets-underway-in-pune/

Pulse Polio Immunisation prog begins

IMPHAL, Jan 29 : The Intensified Pulse Polio Immunisation programme began here in the State today under the aegis of the Social Welfare Services and State Health Society Manipur.

IMPHAL, Jan 29 : The Intensified Pulse Polio Immunisation programme began here in the State today under the aegis of the Social Welfare Services and State Health Society Manipur.

Read more / Original news source: http://www.thesangaiexpress.com/pulse-polio-immunisation-prog-begins/

National Integration camp begins

IMPHAL, Jan 29 : Nehru Yuva Kendra, Imphal West, kick started a five-day National integration camp at Kangshang, Khuman Lampak yesterday. The camp will be held till February 1.

IMPHAL, Jan 29 : Nehru Yuva Kendra, Imphal West, kick started a five-day National integration camp at Kangshang, Khuman Lampak yesterday. The camp will be held till February 1.

Read more / Original news source: http://www.thesangaiexpress.com/national-integration-camp-begins-2/

CEO calls meeting

IMPHAL, Jan 29 : The Chief Electoral Officer, Manipur, will conduct a meeting for political parties at Old Secretariat conference hall in connection with the ensuing State Assembly Election.

IMPHAL, Jan 29 : The Chief Electoral Officer, Manipur, will conduct a meeting for political parties at Old Secretariat conference hall in connection with the ensuing State Assembly Election.

Read more / Original news source: http://www.thesangaiexpress.com/ceo-calls-meeting/

STDCM urges

IMPHAL, Jan 29 : With the State Assembly elections drawing close, the Scheduled Tribe Demand Committee of Manipur (STDCM) has urged the people to question what the intending candidates feel about the demand for inclusion of Meitei/Meitei in the Schedul…

IMPHAL, Jan 29 : With the State Assembly elections drawing close, the Scheduled Tribe Demand Committee of Manipur (STDCM) has urged the people to question what the intending candidates feel about the demand for inclusion of Meitei/Meitei in the Schedule Tribe list.

Read more / Original news source: http://www.thesangaiexpress.com/stdcm-urges/

Khunung Eshei festival held

IMPHAL, Jan 29 : The Progressive Voluntary Organisation under the aegis of the Department of Art and Culture, Government of Manipur, organised a Khunung Eshei festival at Neinashang community hall at Tera Loukrakpam Leikai today.

IMPHAL, Jan 29 : The Progressive Voluntary Organisation under the aegis of the Department of Art and Culture, Government of Manipur, organised a Khunung Eshei festival at Neinashang community hall at Tera Loukrakpam Leikai today.

Read more / Original news source: http://www.thesangaiexpress.com/khunung-eshei-festival-held/

MMWO threatens to boycott Cong, BJP

IMPHAL, Jan 29 : The Manipur Muslim Welfare Organisation (MMWO) has threatened to boycott the Congress and BJP party in the ensuing State Assembly election if either take up measures to lift the ongoing economic blockade on National Highways imposed by…

IMPHAL, Jan 29 : The Manipur Muslim Welfare Organisation (MMWO) has threatened to boycott the Congress and BJP party in the ensuing State Assembly election if either take up measures to lift the ongoing economic blockade on National Highways imposed by the UNC.

Read more / Original news source: http://www.thesangaiexpress.com/mmwo-threatens-to-boycott-cong-bjp/