NPF reiterates support for ‘IndoNaga’ peace process NPF President Dr Shrhozelie Felicitates Elected NPF ADC Members

Reiterating its support extended to the ongoing Indo Naga peace process, Naga People’s Front NPF President Dr Sh rhozelie Liezietsu on Friday stated that the recent signing of the Framework Agreement between the Government of India and the NSCN …

Reiterating its support extended to the ongoing Indo Naga peace process, Naga People’s Front NPF President Dr Sh rhozelie Liezietsu on Friday stated that the recent signing of the Framework Agreement between the Government of India and the NSCN I M on August 3 in New Delhi was the beginning of the process for a final political settlement Source Hueiyen News Service R Lester Makang

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Sangai Festival 1,78,100 tickets sold so far

The Globizs Web Solution Private Limited, New Checkon which has been entrusted by the Manipur Tourism Department for selling tickets during the ongoing Manipur Sangai Festival 2015 has sold 1,78,100 tickets so far Source The Sangai Express

The Globizs Web Solution Private Limited, New Checkon which has been entrusted by the Manipur Tourism Department for selling tickets during the ongoing Manipur Sangai Festival 2015 has sold 1,78,100 tickets so far Source The Sangai Express

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Sangai Fest Imposter collects money from food stalls promising LPG cylinders

One person claiming to be an Assistant Accountant AA of Indian Oil Corporation IOC Pvt Ltd collected a huge amount of money from the food stalls at the main venue in the ongoing Sangai Festival promising to provide domestic LPG cylinders and even c…

One person claiming to be an Assistant Accountant AA of Indian Oil Corporation IOC Pvt Ltd collected a huge amount of money from the food stalls at the main venue in the ongoing Sangai Festival promising to provide domestic LPG cylinders and even commercial LPG connections Source Hueiyen News Service

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Assembly session likely from Dec 18

The State Cabinet has decided to approach the Governor with an appeal to convene the 12th session of the 10th Manipur Legislative Assembly from December 18 to 21 Source The Sangai Express

The State Cabinet has decided to approach the Governor with an appeal to convene the 12th session of the 10th Manipur Legislative Assembly from December 18 to 21 Source The Sangai Express

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Newly elected BJP MLAs sworn in

Kh Joykishan and Th Bishwajit who have been re elected from Thangmeiband AC and Thongju AC respectively on BJP tickets have been sworn in as Members of Manipur Legislative Assembly by Speaker Th Lokeshwar today Source The Sangai Express

Kh Joykishan and Th Bishwajit who have been re elected from Thangmeiband AC and Thongju AC respectively on BJP tickets have been sworn in as Members of Manipur Legislative Assembly by Speaker Th Lokeshwar today Source The Sangai Express

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9th Manipur Polo International India, USA set for title clash – E-Pao.net

E-Pao.net9th Manipur Polo International India, USA set for title clashE-Pao.netImphal, November 27 2015 : India and USA entered the final of the 9th Manipur Polo International 2015 organised by Manipur Horse Riding and Polo Association as part of the M…


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9th Manipur Polo International India, USA set for title clash – The Sangai Express

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IMPHAL, Nov 27: India and USA entered the final of the 9th Manipur Polo International 2015 organised by Manipur Horse Riding and Polo Association as part of the Manipur Sangai Tourism Festival at Mapal Kangjeibung. With 12 points, India emerged the …
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Applications for fellowship invited

IMPHAL, Nov 27: Sports Authority of India (SAI), an autonomous organisation under the Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports, has invited applications from young and motivated candidates for the posts

IMPHAL, Nov 27: Sports Authority of India (SAI), an autonomous organisation under the Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports, has invited applications from young and motivated candidates for the posts of 89 research fellows in the field of Anthropometry, Biochemistry, Biomechanics, GTMT, Nutrition, Psychology, Physiology in SAI establishments.

According to Director (Personnel and Coaching) SAI, the period of the fellowship will be two years for initially and may be extendable for one year on the progress of research work for performance of the candidate. The stipend for first and second year will be Rs 25,000 + HRA. The details and applications forms, to be obtained fromwww.sportsauthorityofindia.nic.in, should reach by 5 pm of December 21, it added.

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Tamenglong bus arrives safely on a rugged ravine one way road from Imphal

Tamenglong, November 27: In a rare feat of dare and bare travel, a Passenger Bus `Gaisuakngam` (MN 01-1448) that operates between Tamenglong and Imphal took the road less traveled by

Tamenglong, November 27: In a rare feat of dare and bare travel, a Passenger Bus `Gaisuakngam` (MN 01-1448) that operates between Tamenglong and Imphal took the road less traveled by such a bigger size vehicle.

It took the short-cut road from Rangkhung area at Imphal-Tamenglong Road, that climbs up steep hills and ravines. The road is basically a `one way` IVR that is suitable only for Cruiser and Bolero size vehicles.

Today, the driver Basanta (Rongmei) of the bus `Gaisuakngam` decided to try this shortcut out and make a history.

Along with his 20 passengers and their luggage they started from Imphal at around 6:30 am. After their brief halt at Noney they travel for a few kilometer and veered up the blue mountain ravine road.

The so called `Short-Cut Road of Tamenglong` which was opened on trial basis just a year ago is not tarred and untamed with innumerable potholes and merciless mire in monsoon season and dust in the cruel winter.

This is the first ever travel undertaken by such a big size vehicle in such a crammed jungle IVR where there are stretches of hundreds of meters of high cliffs after crossing New Phalong village.

The driver of Gaisuakngam confessed that the back of his bus hit corners of rocks at several areas of the turnings.

The adventurous bus arrived Tamenglong safely at around 2 pm, which otherwise would be take 2-3 hours longer if it go by normal Khongsang Road. This adventure also signifies the yearnings of the people of Tamenglojng for a better and shorter road to the state capital of Manipur.

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Inferno kills two minors at Kangpokpi

KANGPOKPI, November 27: Two kids, one daughter and one son of a farmer were charred to death in a gruesome fire incident reportedly broke out from an electric short circuit

KANGPOKPI, November 27: Two kids, one daughter and one son of a farmer were charred to death in a gruesome fire incident reportedly broke out from an electric short circuit at their residence at Jangmol village under Kangpokpi Police Station last night around 8:30 .

According to reports, the deceased children have been identified as Hoineilam Kipgen, 8 and Satminlun Kipgen, 5, daughter and son of one Lhunkhomang Kipgen.

Satminlun, who suffered complete burn injuries all over his body died on the spot while Hoineilam was rushed to RIMS Hospital but succumbed to the injuries at about 1 am today.

A member of the family narrated that the two deceased children were sleeping while their parents went out to visit their neighbour for an emergency matter when the incident took place.

He further said that villagers rushed to the house when they saw a massive flame coming out from the residence and managed to rescue the duo and their residence but the fire was already out of control.

However, villagers found the girl child still alive, who was hiding beneath the bed. The villagers rushed her to RIMS Hospital but succumbed to the burn injuries, the report said.

Apart from claiming lives of the two minors, the inferno also devastated three rooms of the thatched roofed house destroying properties including furniture.

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JAC demands culprit’s arrest over shopkeeper’s killing

IMPHAL, November 27: A Joint Action Committee has been constituted against the killing of of Chanambam ongbi Gambhini Devi who was knifed to death at Wabagai Thambal Chingya Khongnangmakhong under

IMPHAL, November 27: A Joint Action Committee has been constituted against the killing of of Chanambam ongbi Gambhini Devi who was knifed to death at Wabagai Thambal Chingya Khongnangmakhong under Kakching Police Station on November 26.

Gambhini Devi, 57 wife of Ch Rajen Singh was at her shop when an unidentified man came in and attacked with knife leaving her badly injured. She was rushed to a nearby hospital but succumbed to the injuries.

Subsequent upon its formation, the Joint Action Committee christened as the JAC against the Brutal Killing of Chanambam ongbi Gambhir Devi adopted certain resolutions in connection with the killing and demanded the police to nab the culprit within 48 hours.

The JAC resolved to not accept the dead body of Gambhini being kept at JNIMS morgue for post mortem examination till the demand is not fulfilled.

Along with deciding to extend support to trace the culprit by people of Wabagai Thambal Chingya and Wabagai Keirak, the JAC further demanded the government to provide ex-gratia to the deceased’s family members.

The JAC along with public also staged a sit-in-protest at Wabagai Lamkhai Keithel from 11 am today in pursuance of the demands put up.

Meanwhile, forensic officials of Manipur Police Department conducted a spot inquiry at the shop and residential house of late Gambhini Devi this evening.

Personnel of Kakching Police Station also took part in the spot inquiry.

There is no news of identification or arrest of the culprit involved in the killing till the time of filing this report.

Meanwhile, a team of Manipur State Commission for Women (MSCW) visited the residence house of late Gambhini Devi today to inquire the incident.

The MSCW team led by its Chairperson Dr L Ibetombi Devi also met with husband of the deceased woman, members of the JAC, women folks and social activists of Wabagai Thambal Chingya Khongnangmakhong.

Taking strong exception to the killing of Gambhini, Dr L Ibetombi Devi assured that an inquiry report will be sought from the concerned police station at the earliest.

The MSCW Chairperson also assured that the Commission along with National Commission for Women (NCW) will try to frame a policy to curb the raging crime against women and children in the State.

A delegation of Women Action for Development (WAD) headed by its secretary Sobita Mangsatabam also arrived at the spot to take stock of the incident.

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OGW nabbed

IMPHAL, Nov 27: Troops of 12 Bihar Regiment under the aegis of IGAR (South) apprehended an over ground worker of UNLF during an operation launched at Lilong Chajing Karam on

IMPHAL, Nov 27: Troops of 12 Bihar Regiment under the aegis of IGAR (South) apprehended an over ground worker of UNLF during an operation launched at Lilong Chajing Karam on November 26, sources said.

The arrested over ground worker has been identified as Yaikhom Premkumar Singh alias Ratan alias Subash, 42 son of Late Y Ibobi Singh of Lilong Chajing Karam.

He has been handed over to Mayang Imphal Police Station, it added.

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Make in Manipur Sangbrei hair oil launched – The Sangai Express

The Sangai ExpressMake in Manipur Sangbrei hair oil launchedThe Sangai ExpressIMPHAL, Nov 27 : The Indian Agri-preneurship, Manipur Chapter has launched a new brand of hair-oil made from the extracts of local herb Sangbrei at the Institute of Co-operat…


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Make in Manipur Sangbrei hair oil launched
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IMPHAL, Nov 27 : The Indian Agri-preneurship, Manipur Chapter has launched a new brand of hair-oil made from the extracts of local herb Sangbrei at the Institute of Co-operative Management conference hall today. AC Srivastav, general manager, NABARD …

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Pond’s Eclectic Model Hunt comes back

GUWAHATI, November 27: Northeast’s biggest fashion extravaganza Pond’s Eclectic Model Hunt is back with its season eight this year, and the event is mainly focussed on providing that much needed

GUWAHATI, November 27: Northeast’s biggest fashion extravaganza Pond’s Eclectic Model Hunt is back with its season eight this year, and the event is mainly focussed on providing that much needed platform to all the young and charismatic aspiring female models from the region. The event is managed by Tattva Creations, part of Eclectic Group and one of the premier event management company based in Guwahati, said a press release.

It said, the preliminary rounds of the contest was started from October with auditions at Jorhat, Shillong, Dimapur followed by Aizawl and Guwahati, and the Eclectic Group’s signature event is not any run-off-the-mill beauty contest.

Press Conference of Pond's Eclectic Model Hunt 2015

Press Conference of Pond’s Eclectic Model Hunt 2015

The contest is organised over three different stages of Auditions, Grooming sessions by industry experts and the Grand Finale, and more than hundreds of contestants who appeared for the auditions 35 were selected for the 14 days grooming session in Guwahati, said the press release.

It said, during the grooming sessions, contestants were trained on different aspects of modelling such as communications, walk, choreography and soft skill developments, and on the basis of initial performances, top 15 contestants were selected to compete at the grand finale which is going to be held on November 29 at Pragjyoti ITA Machkhowa, which will be graced by celebrity judges, followed by cultural performances by popular artists of the region.

In the press conference held today at Guwahati Press Club, Tanushree Hazarika, Managing Director of Eclectic Group has emphasised on the importance of such platform for the young, talented and aspiring models from northeast, said the press release.

 

 

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NBC comes forward for young entrepreneurs of NE

GUWAHATI, November 27: To overcome all the challenges like finance, linkages, training, marketing or it can be as simple as finding an office space with the least amount of security

GUWAHATI, November 27: To overcome all the challenges like finance, linkages, training, marketing or it can be as simple as finding an office space with the least amount of security money, Northeast Business Consortium (NBC) has come forward to support young entrepreneurs of the Northeast India, said a press release by NBC.

It is mentioned in the press release that advisor to NBC Dr. Sriparna B Baruah said, “It is very much worth that the local and Innovative Entrepreneurs gets an easy platform to grow and perform in the much competitive market. Now talking about the need of the hour, Entrepreneurs need is a cheap and affordable place to start off, linkages and mentoring.” The good news is that a Guwahati based team has taken up the initiative to bring the upcoming Entrepreneurs from the Northeast together. Finding an office space to start off, with minimum rent and security is the biggest challenge in a city like Guwahati, which is becoming a very fast growing business hub, Dr. Baruah said. She also said that this will be the appropriate place where like-minded individuals who share ideas, knowledge, inspiration and opportunities in an environment where real business is discussed.

With the vision to provide ease of start ups, with least amount of financial burden no sooner an Entrepreneurial hub sought to be established. The whole idea is to get Entrepreneurs together, provide an office space, a common conference hall, with facilities like free Wi-Fi etc. Already a number of young entrepreneurs have already shown keen interest on taking forward their business activities, said the press release.

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NSUD to back Manipur tribals against 3 controversial bills – Morung Express


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Naga students in Delhi join Manipur protests – thenortheasttoday.com


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NEW DELHI: The Naga Student’s Union(NSUD), Delhi has decided to join the tribals from the hilly areas of Manipur in the city, who entered in the 24th day of their agitation against the three controversial bills passed by the Manipur assembly on Aug 31, …
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England outclass Thailand 9-2 in polo in Manipur – Eastern Mirror

E-Pao.netEngland outclass Thailand 9-2 in polo in ManipurEastern MirrorThe England polo team today outclassed Thailand 9-2 in the 9th Manipur Polo International played at the Imphal polo ground. A press release issued by the Manipur Horse Riding and Po…


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The England polo team today outclassed Thailand 9-2 in the 9th Manipur Polo International played at the Imphal polo ground. A press release issued by the Manipur Horse Riding and Polo Association said tomorrow, in the last match of the league round of …
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Manipur attack on army convoy: NIA announces cash rewards – Economic Times


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NEW DELHI: The NIA today announced cash rewards ranging from Rs 2-7 lakh on information leading to the arrest of 24 wanted rebels in connection with the killing of 18 army men in Manipur in June. According to the NIA, the attack on the army convoy in …
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Fragile Valley Ecology

A lot many water bodies have died up in the Imphal Valley. In their footsteps may follow the rest of the remaining natural water bodies in the valley area, including

A lot many water bodies have died up in the Imphal Valley. In their footsteps may follow the rest of the remaining natural water bodies in the valley area, including the Loktak in due course of time. Purely from common sense, the lifespan of a lake in a land-locked valley with only very few rivers to act at drainage system to flush it perennially, cannot be that very long, and indeed is known to not be very long. For regardless of whether there is a river system draining water away from a valley, there will always many more other rivers that drain into it bringing down tonnes of silt each year from the surrounding mountain catchments areas. It can quite well be imagined why the battle to save fresh water lakes in small valleys have been almost always a losing battle. The best that have been done is to delay their deaths, but the cause for optimism is, advancements in science have come up with ever better techniques to increase the longevity of these lakes. Perhaps someday, it will become a reality when this delay of lake decay can be for always. But the fact remains that without this sort of intervention of science, valley lakes cannot live forever. This is what Manipur should be cautious about.

Rivers can change their courses, and so when silt deposits raise their bed high enough, the finds another alternative path of least resistance. This phenomenon is not altogether unknown even in Manipur’s recorded history. In fact, Manipur’s ancient court chronicles indicate there have been routine artificial dredging of river beds through compulsory contributory labour known as “laloop” under different kings, and even of artificial diversions of river courses. Considering the sizes of the rivers here, these projects could not really have been too awesome or daunting. All the same, although of a totally different dimension, the idea of river linking in the larger context of the vast Indian sub-continent which is in vogue in current times, has never been alien to good administrator kings in the state’s ancient history. Even now, in spite of what the critics of the river linking project say, we do feel it will be an experiment worth the while in Manipur. Just one case should suffice to illustrate. Diverting the Nambul River from the heart of Imphal city would do miles to the health of the river as well as in flood control within the Imphal municipal area. The water too may acquire more irrigational value in the process. The stretch of the river bed thus dried up can become part of the master plan of an Imphal city sewerage project.

Saving our lakes, most particularly the Loktak, will be a far more difficult proposition. But perhaps this will also have to be linked up with a river management project. Perhaps the solution is in devising a way to have our rivers safely deposit their alluvium loads they bring down from the hills in special reservoirs along their meandering courses before they empty into the Loktak. But it is not only the fate of its lakes that the ecology of Imphal Valley is threatened by. The inescapable fact also is, whatever material is introduced into its soil will remain there forever precisely because there is very few rivers flowing out of the valley and draining it. Take for instance chemical pesticides or chemical fertilizers, or for that matter chemical effluents from factories in the future. Most of the residues from these are simply going to continue to accumulate in the soil. Who knows what effect such residues will have on the soil in a couple of hundred years. Just suppose it begins turning acidic or alkaline, or in the worst case scenario, poisonous. Considering pesticides are poisons in all senses of the term, poision, this is not altogether impossible. Again in the absence of a flushing mechanism, it will take eons before these soil conditions can be neutralized. This will indeed be a nightmarish scenario. Abolishing chemical pesticides or fertilizers can also mean present day disasters and it would indeed be stupid to recommend such a measure unthinkingly. What must however be done is to make sure that to the extent possible, only bio-degradable alternatives are used. Or even if there are no real substitutes to chemical agriculture boosters, their long term consequences must be closely monitored and regulated. While we all celebrate the fecundity of the alluvial soil of the valley and its salubrious climate, the obvious fragility of the valley ecology have seldom been part of any serious reflection in official policy making or the general understanding of the issue? This is most unfortunate, and indeed myopic.

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