Memorial award presented

Writers’ Forum, Imphal conferred Khundongbam Brojendro Ningshing Mana 2014 on eminent playwright Kshetri Sanajaoba in an award presentation ceremony held at MDU today Source The Sangai Express

Writers’ Forum, Imphal conferred Khundongbam Brojendro Ningshing Mana 2014 on eminent playwright Kshetri Sanajaoba in an award presentation ceremony held at MDU today Source The Sangai Express

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Gaan Ngai celebrated in Bishnupur

The Gaan Ngai celebration a ritualistic festival of Zeliangrong people who professed indigenous Tingkao Ragwang Chapriak religion was held today at Naorem Kabui village in Bishnupur district amidst religious fervour Source The Sangai Express

The Gaan Ngai celebration a ritualistic festival of Zeliangrong people who professed indigenous Tingkao Ragwang Chapriak religion was held today at Naorem Kabui village in Bishnupur district amidst religious fervour Source The Sangai Express

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Gaan Ngai celebrated with religious fervour at Naorem

The State level Gaan Ngai celebration a ritualistic festival of Zeliangrong people who professed indigenous Tingkao Ragwang Chapriak religion was held today at Naorem Kabui village in Bishnupur district amidst religious fervour Source The Sangai Ex…

The State level Gaan Ngai celebration a ritualistic festival of Zeliangrong people who professed indigenous Tingkao Ragwang Chapriak religion was held today at Naorem Kabui village in Bishnupur district amidst religious fervour Source The Sangai Express

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No more ‘janta darbar’ Kejriwal goes for course correction

After his first ‘janta darbar’ ended in a total chaos, Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal today said there would be no such public meets and the government will open new channels where people can report their grievances online, via post and through calls …

After his first ‘janta darbar’ ended in a total chaos, Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal today said there would be no such public meets and the government will open new channels where people can report their grievances online, via post and through calls Source The Sangai Express Press Trust of India

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17 Assam Rifles Organises Free Medical Camp

A Free Medical camp was organised by 17 Assam Rifles at Mukalimi village under the aegis of HQ 5 Sector Assam Rifles on 10 January 2014 Source PRO IGAR N Kohima

A Free Medical camp was organised by 17 Assam Rifles at Mukalimi village under the aegis of HQ 5 Sector Assam Rifles on 10 January 2014 Source PRO IGAR N Kohima

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National seminar inaugurated

A two day inter disciplinary national seminar on Folklore and its contemporary relevance in Manipuri society was inaugurated today at Liberal College, Luwangsangbam, Imphal Source The Sangai Express

A two day inter disciplinary national seminar on Folklore and its contemporary relevance in Manipuri society was inaugurated today at Liberal College, Luwangsangbam, Imphal Source The Sangai Express

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Singat MLA seeks to revive Govt schools in his turf

Prior to the commencement of a new academic calendar, the MLA of Singngat AC, GS Haopu today met teachers and educational officials of the sub division seeking to revive the Government run schools within the AC Source The Sangai Express S Singlian…

Prior to the commencement of a new academic calendar, the MLA of Singngat AC, GS Haopu today met teachers and educational officials of the sub division seeking to revive the Government run schools within the AC Source The Sangai Express S Singlianmang Guite

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‘Nirbheek’ to see light in Feb

Over a year after the brutal Delhi gangrape incident, the Indian Ordnance Factory here has come out with ‘Nirbheek’, a Source The Sangai Express Press Trust of India

Over a year after the brutal Delhi gangrape incident, the Indian Ordnance Factory here has come out with ‘Nirbheek’, a Source The Sangai Express Press Trust of India

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New Korean soap to Indian audiences

Korean Cultural Centre, India and DD Bharati will bring to India the most famous South Korean Drama based on the life of legendary doctor, Hur Jun, titled ‘Dr Source The Sangai Express

Korean Cultural Centre, India and DD Bharati will bring to India the most famous South Korean Drama based on the life of legendary doctor, Hur Jun, titled ‘Dr Source The Sangai Express

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Four SoO deserters arrested

Four persons including a juvenile have been arrested today by the Police in connection with the recent desertion of five cadres of the underground KNO KLA along with weapons from the outfit’s designated Sinai Camp Source The Sangai Express

Four persons including a juvenile have been arrested today by the Police in connection with the recent desertion of five cadres of the underground KNO KLA along with weapons from the outfit’s designated Sinai Camp Source The Sangai Express

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NaMo wave has hit Manipur, claims Chaoba

BJP State unit president Th Chaoba has claimed that a strong wave of Narendra Modi’s new found popularity and prospects of becoming the next Prime Minister of India has reached Manipur Source The Sangai Express

BJP State unit president Th Chaoba has claimed that a strong wave of Narendra Modi’s new found popularity and prospects of becoming the next Prime Minister of India has reached Manipur Source The Sangai Express

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Ngamthang calls to vote in State interest

IFCD Minister Ngamthang Haokip has called upon the people to vote in the interest of the State and elect Congress candidates in the coming Lok Sabha election rather than voting on ethnic lines Source The Sangai Express

IFCD Minister Ngamthang Haokip has called upon the people to vote in the interest of the State and elect Congress candidates in the coming Lok Sabha election rather than voting on ethnic lines Source The Sangai Express

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Gaan Ngai festival kicks off amid razzmatazz

Gaan Ngai, the biggest festival of the Zeliangrong community began today and it would be celebrated for full five days in all Zeliangrong inhabited areas of Manipur, Assam and Nagaland Source The Sangai Express

Gaan Ngai, the biggest festival of the Zeliangrong community began today and it would be celebrated for full five days in all Zeliangrong inhabited areas of Manipur, Assam and Nagaland Source The Sangai Express

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Murder case of Dr Kishan, Token and Rajen Nearly five years down the line and justice at threshhold CBI Court to deliver verdict on January 18

Nearly five years down the line and the Patiala House Court, New Delhi CBI Court is set to deliver its final verdict in the murder case of Dr Kishan, Token and Rajen on January 18 Source The Sangai Express

Nearly five years down the line and the Patiala House Court, New Delhi CBI Court is set to deliver its final verdict in the murder case of Dr Kishan, Token and Rajen on January 18 Source The Sangai Express

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NPF keeps option open, closes door to Congress

Keeping its options open in the coming Lok Sabha polls, the NPF, Manipur State has said that it is open for alliance with any non Congress party Source Hueiyen News Service Newmai News Network

Keeping its options open in the coming Lok Sabha polls, the NPF, Manipur State has said that it is open for alliance with any non Congress party Source Hueiyen News Service Newmai News Network

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SH ADC chief sings paeans to Hengbung village

With high moral standard, they show respect to the village leaders and elders besides showing love to one another, Sadar Hills ADC Chairman Haokholal Hangshing said referring to Hengbung villagers before adding that Hengbung village stands tall among…

With high moral standard, they show respect to the village leaders and elders besides showing love to one another, Sadar Hills ADC Chairman Haokholal Hangshing said referring to Hengbung villagers before adding that Hengbung village stands tall among all tribal villages of the State in maintaining discipline and functioning exceptionally Source The Sangai Express

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Food Security Act

Around 87 per cent of the total 6206 households of Thangmeiband AC will be eligible to get the benefits under National Food Security Act Source The Sangai Express

Around 87 per cent of the total 6206 households of Thangmeiband AC will be eligible to get the benefits under National Food Security Act Source The Sangai Express

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Foundation stone for twin statues laid

IMPHAL, January 13: The 8th death anniversary of Chingsubam Akaba was held today at the Chingsubam Akaba Memorial Complex, Wakha Leima Ching where his mortal remains were buried eight years ago. Speaking as the chief guest of the function, titular … Continue reading

IMPHAL, January 13: The 8th death anniversary of Chingsubam Akaba was held today at the Chingsubam Akaba Memorial Complex, Wakha Leima Ching where his mortal remains were buried eight years ago.

Speaking as the chief guest of the function, titular king of Manipur Leisemba Sanajaoba said that the foundation stone for the statues of R Suisa and Ch Akaba will be the first step towards unity of hills and valley of Manipur.

Recounting his experience of meeting NSCN (IM) leader Muivah in 2012, the titular king said that he had been wanting to meet Muivah for a long time, which compelled him to leave his home without even informing his family members.

He said only after meeting Muivah, he has been able to understand the NSCN (IM) leader; and further added that there is a huge difference between the general perception and the true identity of the NSCN (IM) leader.

He further appealed to the people of both the hills and valley to establish proper communication between themselves.

The titular king further said that he will donate Rs 50 thousand for the construction of the statues from the donation he recieved from Sharmila.

Special invitee to the function, Artex Shimray, president of the Tangkhul Naga Long said the late Akaba as “we remember not only understood the importance of a robust relationship of the peoples in the hills and the plains but nurtured the same.”

“He was keenly promoting art and culture not only in the plains but in the hills too, as he saw great value in retaining and maintaining these cultures that defines the land, territory and identity of a people.”

“As I read the life and works of Ojha Akaba, a copy of which was handed over to me when the organizers and friends from the Meetei National Front (MNF) had come to the Tangkhul Naga Long (TNL) office in Ukhrul, to invite us to participate in the 8th Death Anniversary of Ojha Akaba, I am impressed by his work and commitment to revive the cultural tradition that used to be, before Hinduism and his work reflects his understanding that the people in the hills and valley are different yet must walk hand in hand and the celebration of Mera Hou Chongba will bear testimony to this.”

His vision was lived through the mission he undertook not as a revivalist but also as someone who placed the welfare of the people is above individual`s interest and work tirelessly to improve the lives of the people.

“We rarely find men like him these days!”

Taking a cue from what he had done, today it is left to us all to decide the kind of future we want to share whether we continue to live in doubts and fear – suspicious of each other or whether we collectively fight these nemesis and chart out our future as peoples who can never be separated and must walk together in good times and bad times and work together as peace maker and live harmoniously as good neighbours.

Another special invitee Mathankhui Zimik, vice-president of Tangkhul Naga Wungnalong said that the people of Manipur should understand the two leaders and should follow their footsteps and added that it will be meaningless to erect the twin statue if the people were unable to follow in thier footsteps.

Namoijam Tomba, executive editor of bilingual evening daily which was founded by late Chingsubam Akaba, said  today is the day which had opened a chapter of history. He further added that today is day which has recollected past history be sitting together between hill and valley people.

As a guest of honour of the function, ex minister R V Mingthing also mentioned that there is similarity between R Suisa and Akaba. Both of them were simple living persons like that of a farmer. R Suisa had worked for the unity of hill and valley people as Akaba had done. He further said that Suisa was an MP but he was different from the present MPs. Mingthing further mentioned that Suisa lived in all the at the house of Soyam Amu of Khurai Lamlong.

When Suisa was dead, his mortal remain was kept half an hour at home of Soyam Amu and then burial was made at Hongman village in Senapati district by facing his face towards valley as it was his cherish desire. R Suisa’s birth place is Somtal in Ukhrul. R Mingthing further narrated what Suisa had said, valley brethren will one day search the elder brother of the hill.

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