The vibrant spirit of Sajibu Nongmapanba (Cheiraoba), the traditional New Year festival of Manipur, was celebrated with joy and cultural fervour at Company Operating Bases Longa Koireng and Irengbam in Imphal West on March 19. The festivities brought together local residents and Assam Rifles personnel in a shared expression of renewal, harmony and community spirit.At…

Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla coveyed his heartiest greetings and best wishes to the people of Manipur on the joyous occasion of Sajibu Nongmapanba (Cheiraoba), the traditional New Year festival of the Meitei community.In a message, the Governor said, “Cheiraoba signifies renewal, hope, and the beginning of a new year filled with optimism and aspirations. The…

Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh on Wednesday launched the State Focus Paper for 2026–27, projecting a total credit potential of ₹3,533.28 crore, at the State Credit Seminar held at Sangai Hall, Hotel Imphal, North AOC.Organised by the National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD), Manipur Regional Office, the seminar brought together senior government officials,…

Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh on Tuesday addressed the State Assembly and reaffirmed the government’s strong commitment to fighting corruption.“Despite challenges, the Vigilance Department is making steady progress, with 149 out of 222 cases disposed. Clean governance is achievable—as demonstrated through merit-based recruitments during my tenure as Rural Development and Panchayati Raj Minister,” Singh…

MLA of Thanga Assembly Constituency Tongbram Robindro Singh yesterday visited several villages affected by the sudden hailstorm accompanied by heavy rain on Sunday last, in Bishnupur district. He extended relief materials to the impacted families of his Assembly Constituency.The hailstorm that struck parts of the district on Sunday, damaged many houses and caused hardships to…

A field staff of electricity department, government of Manipur has died due to electrocution while repairing a high-tension power line at Khurkhul Lamkhai in Imphal west district yesterday morning.Reports said that the deceased has been identified as one Nongthombam Lokendro Singh, son of late Nongthombam Sanajaoba Singh. He is a resident of Kanto Sabal under…

Wushu Association of Manipur (WAM) has announced selected list of State Wushu players and officials to participate in the upcoming All India National Wushu Trial Selection for the preparation of Indian Wushu team at SAI CRC, Bhopal in connection with the 10th Junior Asian Wushu Championship to be held in Brunei and 15th World Wushu…

A four-year-old boy was killed and his father injured in a bomb blast in Manipur’s Noney district on Saturday.Police said the incident happened in Taolingpung village in Khoupum when the toddler and his father were clearing bushes outside their house.The bomb, which was hidden in the bushes, went off when they struck it accidentally, police…

Manipur Chief Minister, Shri Yumnam Khemchand Singh told the State Assembly today that the government will hand over to National Investigation Agency (NIA) the case related to the death of two persons at Thawai Kuki village under Litan Police Station.He said that ex-gratia will also be provided to the next of kin of the two…

Tronglaobi village in Bishnupur district had long been facing a shortage of safe drinking water, forcing villagers to depend on water bowsers to meet their daily needs. Recognising the hardship faced by the residents, the Indian Army took prompt action to address the issue.Under the aegis of the Red Shield Division of Spear Corps, the…