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DIMAPUR |Nov 9

Nagaland chief minister, TR Zeliang said the present time is the ‘golden opportunity’ for the Nagas and the government of India to resolve the 7 decades old Naga political issue.

He said this while addressing the 18th Biennial Conference of All Nagaland College Students Union (ANCSU) in Mokokchung, Nagaland today.

The Nagaland chief minister urged all the Nagas to invest efforts to help resolved the Naga political issue. “If you all think that it is a problem concerning only the Naga national political groups, the politicians, or for that matter, the elders of the society alone are to bring about the Naga solution, then I’m afraid you are wrong,” TR Zeliang stated.

“It is my belief and ardent desire to find a solution and for that the collective efforts of all the Nagas and in particular the youths and students must help to find a solution to the protracted Naga political problem”, he added.

On the reported influx of illegal immigrants into the State of Nagaland, TR Zeliang said it has become an issue of grave concern to the State. While the State government is prepared to put in every effort to contain the menace of illegal immigrants, our people should also play their role, he urged.

“For instance, our youths must be able to take over the skilled jobs like construction works, running of business establishments, vehicle repairing, and such other kind of jobs. Unless we are able to play our respective roles, it will be very difficult for the state government alone to contain illegal immigrants. I, therefore, appeal to all the young people gathered here today to seriously introspect and contribute towards solving this common problem,” TR Zeliang appealed.  

By A Staff Reporter

IMPHAL | Nov 9

Acting chief justice, N. Kotiswar and justice, Kh. Nobin of Manipur High today flagged off a motor bike rally “Connecting to drive” from Khwairamband Keithel to Churachandpur to spread legal awareness and massages of National Legal Service Day.

The Motor cycle rally organised by the Manipur State legal Service Authority in collaboration with the district legal service authority and Motor Crops Manipur was participated by more than 70 bikers of Motor Crops Manipur.

After the flagging off of the motor cycle rally, judges of the subordinate courts of Imphal West and Imphal East took out a rally entitled “Walkathon (connecting to serve)” from Cheirap court complex in Imphal city area.

The rally was organised by MASALSA in collaboration with the District Legal Service Authority, Imphal West and All Manipur Bar Association.

The rally was led by district and session judge, Imphal West, Maibam Manojkumar, district and session judge, Imphal East, Golmei Gaiphunsillu and AMBA president, H. Chandrajit.

Speaking to media persons, Chandrajit said that right to legal aid is a basic human right under article 1 of the universal declaration of human rights which stated that all human beings are born free with equal dignity and rights.

In the United Nation general assembly of 1979 it has adopted a preamble and 30 articles to eliminate all forms of discrimination, he added.

Golmei Gaiphunsillu spoke about the importance to know fundamentals of the laws by every citizens of India.

Our Ccpur Correspondent adds:

As part of the nationwide campaign for National Legal Services Day, a motorcycle rally was organised today by the Manipur State Legal Service Authority (MASLSA) and District Legal Services Authorities (DLSAs) of Churachandpur, Imphal West and Bishnupur, and in collaboration with Motor Corps Manipur.

The motorcycle rally was organised under the aegis of National Legal Service Authority (NLSA) and it was flagged off from Khwairamband Bazaar, Shamumakhong, Imphal West at 9 am and culminated at the office complex of the District and Session Court, Churachandpur located at Tuibong around 1 pm.

More than 100 of Royal Enfield motorcycles rode all through the roads led by member of MASLSA, Ch. Momon in a mini bus, with an aim for providing legal aid and awareness to all the needy persons who have difficulty in accessing free legal service. A legal help desk was placed at the premise of court for the observance that will last till November 18.

The rally was attended by all the members of district legal service including the CJM and session judge. It was also attended by SDPO of Churachandpur, Johnny Sharma and his OC.

Apart from motorcycle rally, other activities like walkathon, Cycle Rally, legal awareness programmes, essay writing and spot painting competitions are part of the 10-day campaign which is named as ‘Connecting to Serve’, organised under the aegis of National Legal Services Authority.

IMPHAL | Nov 9

In a combined search operation by district police commando, Imphal East and 6 Assam Rifles, on November 8, at Top Khongngangkhong area, one active member of PREPAK (Red Army) Wangjam Maicha Meitei alias Bhokenjit/ Milkisha (32), son of W. Ito Singh of Litanpokpi Awang Leikai, was arrested from the western side of Top ThongKhong, a release said.

A case has been registered at Porompat Police Station for further investigation, it added.

The search operation was a precautionary measure for the upcoming Sangai Festival, it further mentioned.

On the same day, in another search operation at Kakching bazar, by the combined team of district police commando, Kakching and 39 Assam Rifles, one over ground worker of KYKL, namely Shagolsem Sanatomba Singh alias Sana (23), son of Sh. Ibocha Singh of Langathel Laikhon has been arrested, the release continued.

Investigation revealed that Sanatomba along with one Hijam Amarjit Singh alias Mangoljao (23), son of H. Ranjit Singh of Lumjao Mayai Leikai, an active cadre of KYKL who had recently been arrested on November 7, had recruited a new cadre for the said organisation, it added further.

The arrested person has been handed over to Kakching Police Station for further investigation, it added.

Further, the release mentioned that one drug dealer, namely, Vungngaihchin (25), wife of Goukkhanlal of Ngathal, Dinthar Veng, Churachandpur has been arrested in a raid in Ngathal on November 9, by the combined team of Drug Cell, Churachandpur and Churachandpur Police Station (including women police).

During the raid, 1958 nos. of WY (Amphetamine) tablets valued about 1 lakh in local market, was seized from her possession. On further investigation Esther Lalmangaihthang (28), wife of Lalremthang Leivang of Tuiringphaisen was also arrested in connection with the case, the released added.

A case has been registered at Churachandpur Police Station for further investigation on the aforementioned arrest, the release concluded.

By A Staff Reporter

IMPHAL | Nov 9

Tousem Area Student’s Union (TASO) demanded authorities concerned to revitalise the sub-divisional office and other relevant departments at Tousem sub-division headquarter, Tamenglong district.

The students’ body demanded for full functioning of SDO office with adequate staffs. President of TASO, Nehemiah Daime said that the infrastructure is ready but the staffs are not stationed at the office. The union also demanded for restoration of health care centres with ample team at Tousem PHC.

Installing one battalion of Manipur Rifle in the sub-divisional headquarter is also one of their demands. He explained that there is a need to install a state’s armed personnel in the area for the better functioning. There was a battalion 10-20 years back but has disappeared from the headquarters for some reasons, he quoted.

Nehemiah stated that road construction is a compulsory demand as the area has been deprived of so many facilities be it government schemes and other schemes. He emphasised that the Tamenglong to Tousem via Azuram road is nearer from the district headquarter than the existing route of Tamenglong to Tousem via Jiribam.

The lifeline bridge in Tamenglong – Tousem road was recently destroyed during the rainy season and people have been travelling by foot to get even basic amenities, he added.

Talking to IFP, Nehemiah said that a memorandum was earlier submitted to the chief minister on July 10 setting a dateline of August 15 to look into the matter of underdevelopment of the area. But the authorities concerned did not take up their matter very seriously, he lamented.

“We may be branded as the most backward area of the state and even in the country. We are not proud to be that and we want our government, whatever party they belong to, to do their homework and then talk about their achievements,” he added.

The demands were submitted to the chief minister today after the students ’ unions consultative meet yesterday with the Village Authority Chairman Council (VACC) of Tousem area.

From Our Correspondent

KANGPOKPI | Nov 9

Kuki Inpi Kangpokpi district and various civil voluntary organisations have collectively called 36-hour total shutdown in highways from 6 am of November 15 till 6 pm of November 16.

Earlier, the Kuki Inpi and CVOs of Kangpokpi had served ultimatum to the state government demanding for implementation of absolute powers and functions of deputy commissioner and superintendent of police of the district especially District Rural Development Agency (DRDA) and district election officer, before November 8.

The collective decision to announce highways shutdown along National Highway-2 (Imphal- Dimapur) road and National Highway-37 (Imphal-Jiribam) road was taken during a joint meeting of the Kuki Inpi and CVOs of Kangpokpi held today at KSO Sadar Hills Administrative office building at Kangpokpi district.

The joint meeting also vehemently condemned the BJP led government and questioned the sincerity and commitment of the chief minister N. Biren Singh towards its popular ‘Go to Hills’ slogan or development hill districts.

General secretary of Kuki Inpi Kangpokpi, Lamminlun Singsit reiterated that a district without DRDA and DEO powers to the concerned DC apart from other powers and functions is something ‘tough as old boots’ as the former is the principal organ at the district level which plays a very effective role as a catalyst in development process and the latter have similar role in all election related matters.

He also said that despite of being the highest number of sub-divisions in the state, Kangpokpi district remained without a single sub-division police officer till today.

He solicited the opinion of general populace of Manipur while seeking their cooperation and support towards the legitimate demands.

President of KSO Sadar Hills, Thangminlen Kipgen said that people of Kangpokpi are restraint from any sorts of agitation but the government has compelled the people to agitate for development, which is very unfortunate and disgraceful.

He said that there will be complete ban on vehicular movement including heavy or light vehicles, private or passenger vehicles during the 36-hour total highway shutdown and any untoward incident during the stir, the government will be solely held responsible.

The total highway shutdown is a ‘final ultimatum’ to the government for implementation of the legitimate demand of Kuki Inpi and CVOs of Kangpokpi and if no response is received on the part of the government, the agitation will be more intense in the future, said Thangminlen.

THOUBAL | Nov 9

A house belonging to one Md Khamba, (63) son of (L) Iboton from Thoubal Moijing Wangmataba Konjil Leikai was burnt to cinders by fire, at around 3.30 am in the morning yesterday.

It is believed the fire must have been caused by electricity short circuit. Furniture inside the house including household items and cash of Rs 1, 16000 amounting to a total of Rs. 2.50 lakh were lost. The public tried to douse the flames but they were too strong.

A fire tender of Thoubal fire service arrived at the spot and assisted in the rescue work.

IMPHAL | Nov 9

Institute  of Bioresources and Sustainable Development (IBSD) which is under department of Biotechnology, government of India based in Manipur, Takyelpat today signed a historic MoU with Belgium based  Vision on Technology (Vito) in various important fields. 

A release said the MoU was based on climate change, environment, water management, biotechnology, bamboo refinery and bio-resources management etc. during a glittering ceremony held at Hotel Taj, New Delhi on the occasion of  the state visit of the  King and Queen of Belgium  to India.

The MoU was signed by Prof. Dinabandhu Sahoo, director of IBSD and Dr. Dirk Fransaer, managing director of Vito. The  MoU was  signed in presence of HE Didier Reynders, federal deputy Prime Minister and minister of foreign affairs and european affairs, HE Pieter De Crem, federal secretary of State for foreign trade, HE Rudi Vervoort, minister-president of the Brussels-Capital region as well as ambassador of Belgium to India, it said.

In total only 16 MoUs were signed which include ADANI Group, CII, Pharmaceutical Industry, Bharat Electronics, government of Meghalaya, IIT Kanpur, IBSD etc. “We are very fortunate and lucky to be chosen as the only research based institute from the Northeast and the entire country to be part of this historic event. I am sure this MoU is very important for both the countries especially for the socio economic development of Northeast”, said Prof Sahoo.

“With Indian resources and Belgium technologies we will be able to bring a lot of development at the grass root level and bring changes in the life of people”, he added.

Prof. Sahoo who later met the visiting Belgian King Philippe is very happy to inform that things are rapidly changing in Northeast and soon many more developmental projects will be brought to the region, it said.

The MoU is very important which is taking place in the year when both the nations are celebrating 70 years of diplomatic ties, is aimed at deepening the overall political and economic engagement between the two countries, added the release.

Further it continued the royal couple was accompanied by six ministers and a high powered business delegation comprising of CEOs of about 90 Belgian companies, 13 heads of academic institutions and a 30-member media delegation.

IMPHAL | Nov 8

An Improvised Explosive Device (IED) weighing 2.5 kg was found in front of Punya Hyundai showroom at Nagaram, Imphal East today morning at around 9.30 am.

Police said a security personnel of the showroom found the bomb planted at the entrance gate of the showroom, wrapped inside a plastic bag.

The showroom authority immediately informed the police and later at around 10.30 am the Manipur Police Bomb Squad arrived and safely retrieved the bomb.

By A Staff Reporter

IMPHAL | Nov 8

The state capital today saw a new kind of political campaign with political parties with their symbols and flags and caps taking to the streets not for election but to denounce the BJP government’s disastrous demonetisation ofRs.500 and Rs.1000 last year on November 8, ruining many small businesses.

Organised by state’s All Opposition Political Parties Against Demonetisation, hundreds and thousands of supporters and workers of all opposition parties took to the streets in an observation they called “Black Day”.

Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), All India Forward Block (AIFP), All India Trinamool Congress (AITC), Bahujan Samajwadi Party (BSP), Communist Party of India (CPI), CPI (Marxist), Indian National Congress (INC), Janata Dal-Secular [JD(S)], National Congress Party (NCP) and Revolutionary Socialist Party (RSP) took part in the observance.

Briefing reporters before the start of the public demonstration, former chief minister Okram Ibobi Singh said that this observation of Black Day is symbolic and is a sign of total retaliation against the BJP’s rule in the Centre as well as at the State.

He highlighted the negative impacts of Demonetisation and other equally controversial policies such as GST, mandatory Aadhar linkage among other.

He also said that the economy has not improved after the BJP and in fact has worsened with the coming of Demonetisation and GST.

A public meeting was held after rally demonstration at Iboyaima Shanglen, Palace Compound.

In his keynote address, the convener of the organising committee, Govindas Konthoujam said that Demonetisation has created countrywide chaos and even taken lives of 150 people.

Demonetisation has also completely failed to rein in black money and has instead become a new and sinister technique to suppress the poorer sections of the population.

Prime Minister Modi has termed Demonetisation as a surgical strike against black money and terrorism but in fact it turned out to be the ‘biggest financial scam’ in India’s history that made five Gujarati industrialists richer and rest of the country poorer, Govindas noted.

Two minute silence was observed today during the event in remembrance of those 150 people who lost their lives in the Demonetisation crisis.

Convener of AITC, Soraisam Manaoton noted that there had been Demonetisation in the nation’s history in 1946 and 1978 but the one in 2016 was the most chaotic ever.

Demonetisation without consultations with experts and officials concerned, and pushed solely on the whim of the Prime Minister Narendra Modi is undemocratic, and demonstrated the latter’s dictatorial inclinations, he added.

Former deputy chief minister Gaikhangam labelled the performance and the steps taken up by the BJP-led government as “disastrous in achieving their pet slogan of ‘ache din’ till today” and that their term is almost nearing an end.

He further stated demonetisation and GST have brought only negative impacts to our society. “Nobody can deny that the BJP government’s plans and policies decreased investment trends, eliminate many small scale industries, and reduce employment generation among others,” he said.

Considering and comparing their acts and failed promises, he labelled Prime Minister Narendra Modi as “father of all lies”.

Recalling the period of 2014 general election, ex-chief minister Okram Ibobi Singh said that BJP promised to generate jobs and uproot corruption from our nation. However the two disastrous reforms i.e, Demonetisation and GST prove them wrong. Five million people lost their jobs, 151 people died, and they did not even succeed in digging out black money.

MLA of Saikot constituency, T.N. Haokip declared the resolutions taken by all opposition political parties at the end of the convention that November 8 will always be regarded as “Black Day”.

He also said that they will abide by the nine demands declared today and to work collectively to restore the losses suffered by the people of Manipur under the BJP-led government.

The nine demands included, right to choose how we spend money through cash or card, compensation to all those who lost their lives standing in queues, immediate publishing of the names of all the Swiss bank account holders and bringing back illegal or black money, and fulfilling of the promise that every Indian will get Rs.15 lakh in their bank accounts. 

From Our Correspondent

JIRIBAM | Nov 8

A 50-bedded hospital located at Ningsingkhul, Jiribam is allegedly running without any authority looking after it.

The OPD of the hospital remained closed today due to the absence of doctors whereas the patients who came to the hospital for the needs of medical care went back disheartened.

According to sources, the doctor whose name was mentioned in the today’s roster of OPD, is reportedly engaged as a District Immunisation Officer (DIO) at the former CHC complex of Babupara which is presently used as CMO office.

In connection with this, media persons tried to talk with the chief medical officer, and learnt that he had left for Imphal yesterday. Later when the media person tried to contact the CMO on his mobile contact number, it was found to be switched off.

It might be recalled that the OPD of the hospital was also shut down recently by the public of Jiribam, expressing discontentment over the activities of the hospital and lack of amenities.

 While media person visited the hospital today to communicate with the concerned doctor regarding the closing down of hospital OPD, the efforts were in vain as there was no any doctor available to discuss the matter.

IMPHAL | Nov 8

Minister of Information and Public Relations, Thongam Biswajit Singh has congratulated star boxer and member of Rajya Sabha, Chungneijang Mary Kom Hmangte on winning gold medal at the Asian Boxing Championship by defeating Korea’s Kim Hyang Mi in the summit clash on Wednesday at Ho Chi Minh City in Vietnam.

The minister said that Mary Kom has made the state and the whole country proud again with another stellar performance at the world stage. He has also wished her success in all her future endeavours.

By A Staff Reporter

IMPHAL | Nov 8

Coming out strongly against anti-Demonitisation campaign of the opposition, chief minister N. Biren Singh, has branded those voicing their dissent against the Demonitisation as a bunch of distressed black marketeer, money launderer, individuals possessing black money etc.

The chief minister was addressing media persons during a press conference convened at the BJP office today in connection with “Anti-black money day” observance to mark the first anniversary of Demonitisation.

Biren said the so called anti-Demonitisation campaign launched by the opposition parties is nothing but a political gimmick to mislead the masses in the wake of the approaching assembly election in some of the states in the country.

He said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi carried out Demonitisation with the objective to curb black money to improve the country’s economy. And, it was inevitable that people had to endure some difficulties in the process to cleanse the chronic disease corrupting the systems for decades, he asserted.

Nevertheless, today Demonitisation has brought about a huge economic reform by roping crores of rupees stashed abroad.

“It is obvious that black marketeers, those who have black money etc. will be upset with the Demonitisation as it has taken a heavy toll on them”, he opined.

According to the CM, the capitalists that comprise 10 percent of the entire population are against Demonitisation while the time has come for the common men to rejoice.

He further maintained that the lives of the common people will change for the better once the Government of India is able to rope in huge amount of money stashed outside the country as a result of Demonitisation.

The chief minister stated that the government of India has sanctioned Rs. 25,000 crore for development of road communications for Manipur. Moreover, it has able to provide free medicines, housing loans and free gas connection to thousands, he said while attributing it to Demonitisation.

He appealed to the public to support the BJP and the drive against black money for a better future.

CM Biren also advised businessmen, black marketeers to stay away from politics in the interest of the country.

Rajya Sabha MP and BJP Manipur president, Ksh. Bhabananda, said that all are aware that the objective of Prime Minister Narendra Modi is to bring a clean and efficient system in the country.

Demonetisation being an important step in that direction, it has been able to bring about a conversion of the non-formal economy into a formal economy, he asserted.

He observed that by 2018 with the current pace the country will move forward and attain new heights.

Marking the anniversary of Demonetisation the BJP launched a campaign under the banner “Anti-black money” observance since yesterday. As a part of the campaign the BJP Manipur will organize a rally in Imphal tomorrow.

By A Staff Reporter

IMPHAL | Nov 8

The JAC of All Manipur Police Constable Male Civil Viva Voice Completed Candidate, 2016 (fresh batch) has call off the general strike they earlier called in the state from November 10 till 13.

Speaking to media persons today at Manipur Press Club, Imphal the JAC’s general secretary, Manichandra Chanambam appreciated chief minister, N.Biren for assuring to declare their recruitment results to not spoil their future careers.

He said that the JAC was grateful to the media for making their voices and demands heard by the government.

The JAC appealed to the government to be effective in any government job recruitment as it holds the future of many individual.

In another development the All Manipur DPC Completed Re-recruitment Candidates of Police Constable Male, 2013 Batch has also postponed the 24-hours state width total shutdown which was to start from midnight today.

Speaking to media persons the JAC’s president, A. Binoy said that the total shutdown was postponed after the government gave assurance that they will fixed the date of declaring the result on November 14.

He appealed to the government to make the assurance “last and final” in consideration of the sufferings of the candidates.

Home parliamentary secretary, L. Susindro said that their result were held up as there was a case in the court regarding the recruitment process.

He said that the government will discuss the matter on November 14 to bring an amicable solution to end the sufferings of the candidates.

IMPHAL | Nov 8

Chief Minister  N. Biren Singh has assured the students of National Institute of Technology (NIT) Manipur to extend all possible help in solving their grievances.

The Chief Minister visited the campus of NIT Manipur and inspected different blocks, labs, hostels and classrooms of the Central Government Institute at Lamphelpat today.

He also interacted with NIT authority and students to discuss the grievances of the students.

Regarding students’ concern about their security, the Chief Minister said that he had requested the higher authority of CRPF to depute a team of the Central paramilitary force at the campus.

He exhorted the students to stay calm and feel at home because the State Government is ready to extend all possible help in maintaining a good and peaceful academic atmosphere at the campus.

Biren also provided his personal mobile phone numbers to students and asked them to inform him directly if they have any problem.

Biren also told the students that he had apprised Union Human Resources Development Minister Prakash Javadekar about the inadequacies of the Institute and students’ demands.

The Chief Minister further informed that  Prakash Javadekar had responded positively to his request of sending a Central inspection team to the Institute.

On the other hand, the Chief Minister also instructed the NIT authority to attend to students’ grievances and inform the State Government about any problem on time in future.

IMPHAL | Nov 8

On behalf of government of Manipur, the chief minister of Manipur, N. Biren Singh has extended his hearty congratulations to the boxing champion and MP of Rajya Sabha, M.C. Mary Kom for winning her fifth gold medal in Asian Boxing Championship 2017 in Vietnam.

The chief minister has also stated that has brought laurels for the state and the nation and Manipur is proud of her accomplishments.

By A Staff Reporter

IMPHAL | Nov 8

The students hold the key to a better future said Works Minister Th.Biswajit while speaking as the chief guest at the annual fresher’s meet cum literary and cultural meet held today at Tamphasana Girls Higher Secondary School.

The present is most important in fashioning a better tomorrow. We have to create our future today the Works Minister said. We need to be hard working and have patience in order to achieve our goal he said.

The minister further advised the students to have aims and aspirations, and learn how to achieve them. The youth play the most important role to bring development in our society he added.

He further mentioned that no one will stand for us so we have to be hard working to achieve our goal. Of all the resources, human resource is the most important he said.

Minister Biswajit explained the importance of education and sustainable development. Development is possible only when we eradicate illiteracy he added.

He further assured to find a way to bring drinking water facilities in the school campus. The minister wished the students a grand success in all their future endeavours.

 Education Minister Th. Radheshyam attended the function as the president. He said that the students are the future of the people and they have to give the people a bright. He said that the youths today are full of ideas and talents and the people have confidence in them to bring a better future to the state.

He assured to make TG Higher Secondary School one of the best schools in the country.  The students today have far more ideas talents and have the potentials to bring changes in the society he said.

He further assured to look into the necessities of the school, and the hostel building will be finished at the earliest. He said that construction of smart classroom or auditorium in the school campus are in the pipeline.

He said that teachers are the guides of the students. He further appealed the students to respect their teachers as they are the backbone to pave a way for the brighter future of the student.

The function was also attended by the director of education Th. Kirankumar Principal TG Higher Secondary School, L. Biren Singh.

Songs and other cultural dance items were the highlights of the programme. Prizes were distributed to toppers of the school.

THOUBAL | Nov 8

A dead body suspected to have died of over drug dose was found today around 4.30 pm near M.I Road at Iroipat Loukol that lies between Thoubal Sabaltongba and Moijing under Thoubal police station.

Sources said the dead body is believed to be of one Sanasam Ngongo, (23) son of Birgopal from Thoubal Sabaltongba Awang Leikai.  Police have collected the body for the procedure of post mortem.

By A Staff Reporter

IMPHAL | Nov 7

Municipal Administration, Housing and Urban Development (MAHUD) minister, Th. Shyamkumar, today inspected the ongoing repair works of the three market complex of the Ima keithel damaged during the 2016 earthquake.

Th. Shyamkmar, during the inspection met with official of the works department, contractor and representatives of the women vendors of the Ima keithel.

The women vendors highlighting their grievances drew the attention of the minister to give strong instruction to the concerned contractor and works department, to complete the repair work.

Subsequently, Shyamkumar interacted with the contractor, works official and enquired on the reason for the delay in completing the repair works of the markets despite availability of funds.

The minister told media persons that the repair work although initiated under works department is funded by the MAHUD and added that a sum of 21 crores have been deposited with the former.

The implementing agency reportedly clarified the technical shortcomings the reason behind the delay.

Nevertheless, it assured the representatives of the women vendors to hand over the completed building to MAHUD on January 22 in the presence of the minister.

By A Staff Reporter

IMPHAL | Nov 7

The High Court of Manipur has issued a notice advising any person or organization not to interfere with the functioning and administration of justice so as to avoid attracting legal proceedings under the law.

A public notice was issued by the HC signed by the registrar general, in the wake of a statement issued by the Democratic Students’ Alliance Manipur (DESAM) strongly opposing selection of five non-local candidates for Manipur Judicial Service-III under the High Court (HC).

Demanding the authority concerned not to allow the five non-locals to attend the DPC, DESAM cautioned to take extreme steps if the demand is not comply with.

The notice stated that HC has considered the matter and has taken serious note of the same and is of the view that while one may be free to express his or her opinion/view on any public issue as part of his/her right to freedom of speech and expression as guaranteed under Article 19 of the Constitution of India, it is to be remembered that such fundamental rights are also subject to reasonable restrictions.

It asserted that if such acts or deeds interfere or tend to interfere with the administration of justice in any manner, it may attract criminal contempt as provided under the Contempt of Courts of Act, 1971.

The notice pointed out that publication of similar articles which is contemptuous or scandalizes or which lowers the authority of the High Court by any newspaper or media may also attract the provision of Contempt.

It maintained that the HC is the highest judicial authority in the state of Manipur discharging the sovereign judicial power of the state and the judiciary is an indispensable part of the democratic institutions, upholding the rule of Law.

“The independence of judiciary has been also declared to be a basic feature of the Constitution of India and every citizen and organizations or institutions or authorities functioning in this country are to uphold the rule of Law and the Constitution of India and respect the independence of judiciary, as otherwise it will seriously undermine the rule of Law and the Constitution.

“The High Court of Manipur is the custodian and is primarily tasked with the responsibility of upholding the rule of Law in the state of Manipur and cannot countenance any such act by any person or organization to with the functioning of the HC”, it said.

Subsequently, it urged that if person or organization is aggrieved by any action of the HC or with the recruitment process in issue, it is open to them to approach the appropriate forum for redressal of their grievances but not by issuing any public statements containing threat/intimidation or warning the Court.

By A Staff Reporter

IMPHAL | Nov 7

Works Minister Thongam Biswajit Singh, today, encouraged the students of the Herbert School, Imphal, urging them to be patience and hard-work for only these qualities will lead to success.

Speaking as the chief guest at the 18th foundation day function of the school held at the school’s Changangei campus, the Minister appealed the students and staffs to be patient and work hard to bring changes in the state.

He further said that said a nation cannot develop without education. Human Resource is the most important resource today, if we are patient and hard-working, everything is possible.

There are many potentials and resources available here in the state but the only thing is that we are yet prepared to explore them.

If we strengthen out today, we will be able to enjoy our tomorrow he further encouraged the students.

He further assured to black-top the approach road to the school from the main Tiddim Road saying there can be no development without connectivity.

The Minister applauded the school’s staffs and members for producing prestigious students.

Prizes were distributed to rank holders and subject toppers of the school as part of the celebration.

In the celebration, Manipur University, Department of Chemistry Prof. N. Rajmuhon Singh and Council of Higher Secondary Education, Manipur chairman L.Mahendra Singh were among the dignitaries.