Sorde comes alive to Phanit Nitrei

With the objective of reviving and promoting the culture and traditions that have been practised since the ancient times, the 33rd Shungri Ramhao Ramtu Phanit Nitrei kick started on January 8 at Shungri Sorde village in Kamjong district Source T…

With the objective of reviving and promoting the culture and traditions that have been practised since the ancient times, the 33rd Shungri Ramhao Ramtu Phanit Nitrei kick started on January 8 at Shungri Sorde village in Kamjong district Source The Sangai Express

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Indian science congress moved after fears of student disturbances

India’s annual science conference has had to change venue at the last minute after fears that the event would be disrupted by university student protests Source The Sangai Express Agencies

India’s annual science conference has had to change venue at the last minute after fears that the event would be disrupted by university student protests Source The Sangai Express Agencies

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Settle our issues before pact with IM KIM

The Kuki Inpi Manipur KIM has sent a memorandum to the Prime Minister of India demanding that the grievances of the Kuki people, triggered by the genocide launched by the NSCN IM , must first be settled before inking any final deal with the armed gr…

The Kuki Inpi Manipur KIM has sent a memorandum to the Prime Minister of India demanding that the grievances of the Kuki people, triggered by the genocide launched by the NSCN IM , must first be settled before inking any final deal with the armed group Source The Sangai Express

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6th round of political talks with SoO groups KNO, UPF put up Territorial Council demand

The newly appointed Interlocutor for the political dialogue involving the Government of India, Government of Manipur and UPF and KNO chaired the 6th round of political talks today at New Delhi where demand for Territorial Council has been tabled by UPF…

The newly appointed Interlocutor for the political dialogue involving the Government of India, Government of Manipur and UPF and KNO chaired the 6th round of political talks today at New Delhi where demand for Territorial Council has been tabled by UPF and KNO Source The Sangai Express

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KSA stands for strong Manipuri language

In contemporary Manipur, the usage of Manipuri language is r showing a slow decline despite having a rich heritage while it often edges towards the brink of extinction and the language is now in a pathetic stage, said a statement from the Kangleipak St…

In contemporary Manipur, the usage of Manipuri language is r showing a slow decline despite having a rich heritage while it often edges towards the brink of extinction and the language is now in a pathetic stage, said a statement from the Kangleipak Students Association Source The Sangai Express

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Eway bill from Feb 1 to go with GST

Following the introduction of Goods and Service Tax GST in the State from July 1 last year, e way bill system will be implemented in the State from February 1, to effectively monitor the import of goods into the State Source The Sangai Express

Following the introduction of Goods and Service Tax GST in the State from July 1 last year, e way bill system will be implemented in the State from February 1, to effectively monitor the import of goods into the State Source The Sangai Express

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Skill Development Seminar conducted

A seminar on ‘Skill Development’ was conducted by 39 Assam Rifles of 28 Sector Assam Rifles under the aegis of IGAR South on 09 Jan 2018 at Chakpikarong community hall, Chakpikarong, Chandel District and Sugnu, Kakching District Source PRO Cell IG…

A seminar on ‘Skill Development’ was conducted by 39 Assam Rifles of 28 Sector Assam Rifles under the aegis of IGAR South on 09 Jan 2018 at Chakpikarong community hall, Chakpikarong, Chandel District and Sugnu, Kakching District Source PRO Cell IGAR s

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KVK Thoubal Scientific Advisory Committee meeting held

The 13th Scientific Advisory Committee meeting of KVK Thoubal was organized at Conference hall of KVK Thoubal today under the Chairmanship of Director of Agriculture, Manipur Source IT News

The 13th Scientific Advisory Committee meeting of KVK Thoubal was organized at Conference hall of KVK Thoubal today under the Chairmanship of Director of Agriculture, Manipur Source IT News

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Awareness on protection of Wild Life held

A one day awareness workshop on the topic Manipur police on conservation of Sangai Recurvus Eldi Eldi in Manipur was held at the 1st IB guest house hall at Keibul Lamjao Nationl Park today Source IT News

A one day awareness workshop on the topic Manipur police on conservation of Sangai Recurvus Eldi Eldi in Manipur was held at the 1st IB guest house hall at Keibul Lamjao Nationl Park today Source IT News

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MAFRO alleges

The Manipur Friendship Organisation MAFRO has alleged that Veterinary and Animal Husbandry Department submitted Actual Payee Receipts APRs without any knowledge of the beneficiaries of Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana RKVY even though the same recei…

The Manipur Friendship Organisation MAFRO has alleged that Veterinary and Animal Husbandry Department submitted Actual Payee Receipts APRs without any knowledge of the beneficiaries of Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana RKVY even though the same receipts claimed that the beneficiaries have received cash or kind Source The Sangai Express

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Kenya women’s team leave for Manipur Statehood Day tourney – The Star, Kenya


The Star, Kenya

Kenya women’s team leave for Manipur Statehood Day tourney
The Star, Kenya
National women’s polo team have been invited to play at the third Manipur Statehood Day International Polo tournament set for between January 17 and 21 in Imphal, Manipur State, India. Kenya Polo Association has entered top female players including
Manipur Tourism to Organize the 3rd Manipur Statehood Day Women’s Polo TournamentPR.com (press release)

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The Star, Kenya

Kenya women's team leave for Manipur Statehood Day tourney
The Star, Kenya
National women's polo team have been invited to play at the third Manipur Statehood Day International Polo tournament set for between January 17 and 21 in Imphal, Manipur State, India. Kenya Polo Association has entered top female players including
Manipur Tourism to Organize the 3rd Manipur Statehood Day Women's Polo TournamentPR.com (press release)

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Manipur to set up modern food lab – The Telegraph


The Telegraph

Manipur to set up modern food lab
The Telegraph
Imphal: The Manipur government is planning to set up a “full-fledged” food testing laboratory to curb toxic chemicals in food items, including fish coming from other states and Myanmar. The current laboratory under the state health department lacks


The Telegraph

Manipur to set up modern food lab
The Telegraph
Imphal: The Manipur government is planning to set up a "full-fledged" food testing laboratory to curb toxic chemicals in food items, including fish coming from other states and Myanmar. The current laboratory under the state health department lacks

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Kangpokpi bids farewell to first DC

Kangpokpi bids farewell to first DC

KANGPOKPI |Jan10

After thirteen months of efforts and struggles for development of newly created Kangpokpi district under its administrator, the residents of Kangpokpi bade farewell to its first deputy commissioner today and received its second deputy commissioner.

On the afternoon of December 9, 2016, IAS, T. Ranjit Singh, who is popularly known as ‘Man of Work’ took charge as the first deputy commissioner of Kangpokpi District amidst public exuberance over achieving districthood after more than 4 decades of struggles.

 The news of T. Ranjit Singh taking charge as the first DC of Kangpokpi district had set the mood of Kangpokpians who continued the celebration of Districthood on December 9 evening. Young and old, boys and girls, men and women were seen singing, dancing and merry making along the National Highway-2 on that particular night.

Ranjit Singh indeed once again proof his is in fact a ‘Man of Work’ by taking only 3 days casual leaves during his thirteen months in the office of DC Kangpokpi as deputy commissioner apart from streamlining all most all the departments in the district.

His concerned for the public and activeness in his administration has been widely appreciated by the people of Kangpokpi which make them hard to bid farewell today.

A simple farewell function and reception of new DC, Pradeep Chandren, IAS was organised at the Conference Hall of DC Office Kangpokpi by staffs and employees of DC Kangpokpi attended by all District Level Officers and staffs of DC Kangpokpi.

“Streamlining the Arms Licence is my greatest gift to the people of Kangpokpi” said the outgoing DC who will take charge as secretary, revenue department this afternoon while appreciating the people of Kangpokpi and CSOs for their cooperation and support towards the District administration during his tenure as DC Kangpokpi.

He also appreciated the cooperation and support rendered by the district level officers of Kangpokpi District in the administration and functioning of District Administration and appeals everyone to render the same to the new deputy commissioner so as to witness speedy development of Kangpokpi District.

The 2012 IAS batch, IAS, Pradeep Chandren, who works as SDO in various districts including Churachandpur, Chandel and as DC Ukhrul and finally joint secretary, RD and PR, Governtment of Manipur officially, took charge as DC Kangpokpi today.

The 31 years old, young and dynamic IAS officer said that to make more functional the administration of Kangpokpi District will be the biggest challenge and he is looking forward for the cooperation and support of the people and the district level officers.

Kangpokpi bids farewell to first DC

KANGPOKPI |Jan10

After thirteen months of efforts and struggles for development of newly created Kangpokpi district under its administrator, the residents of Kangpokpi bade farewell to its first deputy commissioner today and received its second deputy commissioner.

On the afternoon of December 9, 2016, IAS, T. Ranjit Singh, who is popularly known as ‘Man of Work’ took charge as the first deputy commissioner of Kangpokpi District amidst public exuberance over achieving districthood after more than 4 decades of struggles.

 The news of T. Ranjit Singh taking charge as the first DC of Kangpokpi district had set the mood of Kangpokpians who continued the celebration of Districthood on December 9 evening. Young and old, boys and girls, men and women were seen singing, dancing and merry making along the National Highway-2 on that particular night.

Ranjit Singh indeed once again proof his is in fact a ‘Man of Work’ by taking only 3 days casual leaves during his thirteen months in the office of DC Kangpokpi as deputy commissioner apart from streamlining all most all the departments in the district.

His concerned for the public and activeness in his administration has been widely appreciated by the people of Kangpokpi which make them hard to bid farewell today.

A simple farewell function and reception of new DC, Pradeep Chandren, IAS was organised at the Conference Hall of DC Office Kangpokpi by staffs and employees of DC Kangpokpi attended by all District Level Officers and staffs of DC Kangpokpi.

“Streamlining the Arms Licence is my greatest gift to the people of Kangpokpi” said the outgoing DC who will take charge as secretary, revenue department this afternoon while appreciating the people of Kangpokpi and CSOs for their cooperation and support towards the District administration during his tenure as DC Kangpokpi.

He also appreciated the cooperation and support rendered by the district level officers of Kangpokpi District in the administration and functioning of District Administration and appeals everyone to render the same to the new deputy commissioner so as to witness speedy development of Kangpokpi District.

The 2012 IAS batch, IAS, Pradeep Chandren, who works as SDO in various districts including Churachandpur, Chandel and as DC Ukhrul and finally joint secretary, RD and PR, Governtment of Manipur officially, took charge as DC Kangpokpi today.

The 31 years old, young and dynamic IAS officer said that to make more functional the administration of Kangpokpi District will be the biggest challenge and he is looking forward for the cooperation and support of the people and the district level officers.

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Demands for territorial council put up in 6th round of political talks

From Our Correspondent

KANGPOKPI | Jan 10

The sixth round of political talks involving the government of India, government of Manipur, and UPF and KNO chaired today at the National Capital where demand for territorial council has been tabled on the part of UPF and KNO.

In an unprecedented development, the government has appointed former special secretary of the Research and Analysis Wing (R and AW), AB. Mathur to take over as interlocutor for the peace talks and subsequently chaired the political talks today at 11 am.

Prior to the occasion, delegates of governments and UPF and KNO bade adieu to former Interlocutor of the peace negotiation, Dineshwar Sharma.

During the talks, a draft outline of the political demand for formation of Territorial Council in Manipur signed by UPF Spokesperson, Aaron Kipgen and KNO Negotiator Dr. Seilen Haokip was submitted to the government while keeping the demand for statehood in abeyance.

Six delegates from United People’s Front (UPF) and seven delegates from Kuki National Organization (KNO) represented the two umbrella organisations in the peace negotiation.

Speaking over telephone, Aaron Kipgen stated that the peace negotiation is progressing in the right direction and several crucial issues have been discussed to provide constitutional safeguard for the Kukis in Manipur since the beginning of the first political dialogue on June 15, 2016.

“UPF and KNO are thus committed to resolve the age-old political issue with the Government of India and Government of Manipur for peaceful co-existence with all the communities in Manipur”, asserted UPF Spokesperson who is also the General Secretary of Kuki National Front (KNF).

The negotiator for KNO, Dr. Seilen Haokip stated that the historical symbiotic and cordial relations between valley people and the Kukis, which was based on self-determination of each community and respect for each other’s identity and territory, will be renewed and strengthened by Territorial Council for the Kuki people.

Meanwhile, delegates UPF and KNO had a consultation prior to the sixth round of political talks on January 9 at the national Capital and discussed on various crucial issues.

During the consultation meeting, delegates of UPF and KNO, in regards to identity, emphasised the critical need to resolve the issue of identity in view of the common interest to reach a political settlement at the earliest possible date.

The delegates of UPF and KNO also resolved to raise the issue to the top leaders of the two umbrella organisations for a nationwide consultation and following their consent, public meetings be held involving civil society leaders, intellectuals, academics, church leaders etc. as soon as possible in view of their common interest to reach a political settlement at the earliest possible date.  

From Our Correspondent

KANGPOKPI | Jan 10

The sixth round of political talks involving the government of India, government of Manipur, and UPF and KNO chaired today at the National Capital where demand for territorial council has been tabled on the part of UPF and KNO.

In an unprecedented development, the government has appointed former special secretary of the Research and Analysis Wing (R and AW), AB. Mathur to take over as interlocutor for the peace talks and subsequently chaired the political talks today at 11 am.

Prior to the occasion, delegates of governments and UPF and KNO bade adieu to former Interlocutor of the peace negotiation, Dineshwar Sharma.

During the talks, a draft outline of the political demand for formation of Territorial Council in Manipur signed by UPF Spokesperson, Aaron Kipgen and KNO Negotiator Dr. Seilen Haokip was submitted to the government while keeping the demand for statehood in abeyance.

Six delegates from United People’s Front (UPF) and seven delegates from Kuki National Organization (KNO) represented the two umbrella organisations in the peace negotiation.

Speaking over telephone, Aaron Kipgen stated that the peace negotiation is progressing in the right direction and several crucial issues have been discussed to provide constitutional safeguard for the Kukis in Manipur since the beginning of the first political dialogue on June 15, 2016.

“UPF and KNO are thus committed to resolve the age-old political issue with the Government of India and Government of Manipur for peaceful co-existence with all the communities in Manipur”, asserted UPF Spokesperson who is also the General Secretary of Kuki National Front (KNF).

The negotiator for KNO, Dr. Seilen Haokip stated that the historical symbiotic and cordial relations between valley people and the Kukis, which was based on self-determination of each community and respect for each other’s identity and territory, will be renewed and strengthened by Territorial Council for the Kuki people.

Meanwhile, delegates UPF and KNO had a consultation prior to the sixth round of political talks on January 9 at the national Capital and discussed on various crucial issues.

During the consultation meeting, delegates of UPF and KNO, in regards to identity, emphasised the critical need to resolve the issue of identity in view of the common interest to reach a political settlement at the earliest possible date.

The delegates of UPF and KNO also resolved to raise the issue to the top leaders of the two umbrella organisations for a nationwide consultation and following their consent, public meetings be held involving civil society leaders, intellectuals, academics, church leaders etc. as soon as possible in view of their common interest to reach a political settlement at the earliest possible date.  

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