AR Commemorates World Wetlands Day with Plantation Drive
In a dual-location initiative reflecting the global theme of wetland conservation for human wellbeing and…
Manipur Congress Chief Moves High Court Alleging Unconstitutional Acts by Governor
Manipur Pradesh Congress Committee (MPCC) president K. Meghachandra has filed a writ petition in the High Court of Manipur alleging unconstitutional actions by Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla under Article 174(1) of the Indian Constitution. The petition also seeks the dissolution of the remaining term of the 12th Manipur Legislative Assembly under Article 174(2). Meghachandra approached…
INDIAWOOD 2026: A Platform for Innovation and Collaboration in Woodworking and Furniture Manufacturing
Technology-led manufacturing and innovation will take centre stage as INDIAWOOD 2026 returns from February 26 to March 2 at the Bangalore International Exhibition Centre (BIEC), Bengaluru. Organised by NürnbergMesse India and supported by EUMABOIS, the 26th edition is set to be the largest in the platform’s history. The biennial exhibition will host over 1,000 brands…
Importance of pre-marital counselling emphasised
A one-day awareness programme on “Pre-Marital Counselling in Manipur” was jointly organised by the Manipur State Commission for Women (MSCW) and the Women Cell, Regional College, Lilong Chajing today at the Seminar Hall of the college.The programme aimed at creating awareness on the importance of pre-marital counselling in promoting healthy family relationships, mutual understanding, and…
Arms, explosives recovered in Manipur operations; two militants arrested
Security forces recovered a large cache of arms, ammunition and explosives and arrested two militants in separate operations across Manipur, police said on February 3, as security agencies continued efforts to restore calm in the violence-affected state. According to the police, the recovery of warlike stores was made during a search operation carried out in…
Children at risk: Rajya Sabha highlights screen addiction and vision loss
Members of the Rajya Sabha expressed grave worries about the mounting health and developmental catastrophe that India’s youngsters are experiencing, with a focus on smartphone addiction and a dramatic increase in myopia cases. Lehar Singh Siroya, a member of the BJP, cautioned that unrestrained smartphone use among students is seriously impairing their capacity to focus,…
Kuki Zo MLAs won’t take part in election of legislative party leader: Manipur BJP MLA
At a time when the BJP has intensified efforts for the restoration of an elected government in Manipur, a BJP MLA has opposed the move, stating that the Kuki-Zo MLAs will not partake in the process. “Without justice for the ethnic cleansing of our people, and sans a written commitment for political settlement, representatives of Kuki…
AR Commemorates World Wetlands Day with Plantation Drive
In a dual-location initiative reflecting the global theme of wetland conservation for human wellbeing and ecological health, Assam Rifles observed World Wetlands Day through community-driven environmental actions at Komlakhong and Moreh. World Wetlands Day, observed every year on February 2, marks the adoption of the Ramsar Convention in 1971 and raises global awareness about the…
Authorities Seize Over 15 kg of Brown Sugar, Heroin
In a major drug seizure, Manipur Police arrested one Md. Sabir Ahmed (46) of Lilong Nungei, Thoubal district from North AOC area under Imphal-PS, Imphal West district. From his possession, 15.556 kg of brown sugar and a TATA truck were seized. On the other hand, security forces arrested two individuals from New Checkon, Tribal Market…
Ukhrul Gears Up to Celebrate Naga Seed Sowing Festival Lui-Ngai-Ni
The Naga seed sowing festival Lui-Ngai-Ni will be celebrated this year at the Ukhrul district headquarters in Manipur on February 14 and 15, under the aegis of the United Naga Council (UNC). The two-day gala event will be hosted by the Tangkhul Naga Long (TNL). Observed annually to mark the beginning of the agricultural season,…
KDIDWC Rejects March 31 Deadline for IDP Resettlement
The Kangpokpi District Internally Displaced Welfare Committee (KDIDWC) has rejected the March 31, 2026, deadline for the resettlement of Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs), calling it unrealistic and unworkable in the absence of basic infrastructure. In a press statement, the Committee said the Chief Secretary’s announcement came as no surprise, given that the proposed resettlement areas…
