On the auspicious occasion of Eid-ul-Fitr, Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla extended his warm greetings and best wishes to the people of Manipur, especially Muslim brothers and sisters. “Eid-ul-Fitr marks the culmination of the holy month of Ramadan, a period of fasting, prayer, reflection, and charity. The festival signifies gratitude, compassion, and the spirit of sharing…
Security forces arrested an active cadre of UPPK from Mantripukhri area, Imphal East district, identified as Chungkham Kiran Meitei @ Lepshinba (23) of Khumbong Mayai Leikai, under Patsoi Police Station in Imphal West district. On the other hand, security forces recovered arms and ammunition from the general area of Molcham village, Molcham-PS, Chandel distrit. The…
The Paomee Welfare Foundation (PWF) has allocated Rs 1.56 lakh in financial assistance through its Medical Financial Assistance (MFA) scheme for Phase I of 2025–26, supporting treatment costs from April 1 to September 30, 2025. Six applications were vetted by the Medical Board and approved by the Board of Trustees, leading to assistance for all…
At least four cadres belonging to KNA-B and the People’s Defense Force (PDF) were reportedly killed in a heavy gunbattle with armed groups based in Manipur along the Indo-Myanmar border in Kamjong district, sources said. According to reports, the encounter took place near Border Pillar No. 90 in the vicinity of the Kabaw Valley, between…
Rajya Sabha MP Leishemba Sanajaoba has expressed significant concerns in Parliament regarding the alarming decline of the Manipuri Pony population, urging immediate protective measures. In a special mention, he emphasized the pony’s importance as a rare indigenous breed of Equus caballus, which forms a critical part of Manipur’s cultural and historical identity, as well as…
A delegation of the Naga Students’ Federation (NSF) called on Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh in Imphal on Wednesday and shared their aspirations for peaceful coexistence. The Chief Minister later took to social media to state, “Called on by a delegation of the Naga Students’ Federation (NSF), led by Deputy Chief Minister Losii Dikho,…
In a significant move toward enhancing nutritional security and boosting farm income in the region, ICAR-Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) Chandel organised a specialized “Field Day” on Wednesday at M Gamnom Village, situated within the Sajiktampak-Chakpikarong block, Chandel District. The event focused on the performance and benefits of the IPL 220 lentil variety, drawing 20 progressive…
In a proud moment for Manipur, eleven officers from the State Forest Service (SFS) of the Manipur cadre have been promoted to the prestigious Indian Forest Service (IFS), marking a significant milestone in their careers and strengthening the state’s forest administration. The promotion was approved by the Government of India, Ministry of Environment, Forest and…
Under the aegis of the Manipur State Legal Services Authority, the District Legal Services Authority, Thoubal and the Legal Aid Clinic, Kiyam Leitanpok jointly organised an inter-school spot painting competition on the theme ‘Stop Child Marriage’ for students from Class VI to X on Wednesday. The competition was held at Little Star English Hr. Secondary…
A memorandum was submitted by the All Manipur Muslim Students’ Organisation (AMMSO) to the Director of the Department of University & Higher Education, seeking the welfare and educational advancement of the minority Muslim (Meitei Pangal) community. According to the memorandum, the Meitei Pangal community, being a recognized minority in the state, has long been striving…
