Assam Rifles continues to play a pivotal role in fostering a progressive environment for local communities in Manipur by actively promoting sports and youth empowerment. On March 30, under its Civic Action Programme, the force distributed hockey kits to the players of Social Youth United Club at Uchekon Khunou in Imphal East District. This initiative…
Officials of the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR), led by S. Basanta, Head of ICAR, Lamphel, met Chief Minister Y. Khemchand at the Secretariat, wherein the officials presented an overview of their ongoing initiatives aimed at enhancing agricultural productivity in the state. Informing this in a social media post, Chief Minister Khemchand said, “Had…
A 48-hour shutdown brought normal life to a standstill in Ukhrul and Kamjong districts, following the killing of four cadres of NSCN (Eastern Flank) in an alleged attack that has triggered widespread outrage. The shutdown, observed across district headquarters and adjoining areas, entered its second consecutive day, severely disrupting daily life. Markets remained closed, roads…
Manipur will undertake the first phase of Census 2027 starting August 17, with self-enumeration scheduled until August 31, followed by houselisting operations from September 1 to 30, as per details released by the Centre. The announcement comes as the nationwide Census exercise is set to begin on April 1 in a phased rollout across States…
Social activist Malem Thongam was detained by security personnel from Wahengbam Leikai in Imphal West district, just hours before she was scheduled to begin a proposed peace march to Churachandpur. The development has raised fresh concerns over how civil initiatives are being handled amid the ongoing crisis in Manipur. According to sources, Thongam was preparing…
Congress MP Bimol Akoijam submitted a letter to Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Monday urging the latter to defer the census and delimitation exercise in Manipur until the government conducts the National Register of Citizens (NRC) exercise to update the National Register of Indian Citizens (NRIC), as mandated by the amendment to the Citizenship…
On Monday, security forces apprehended two extortionists affiliated with RPF/PLA in the Yairipok Khoirom Mathak Leikai area of Thoubal district, as reported by Manipur Police. The individuals were identified as Yengkokpam Premchand, also known as Chingsangakpa, aged 26, and Moirangthem Naresh Singh, referred to as Chingsang, aged 30. Authorities recovered a scooter and three mobile…
The three-day 1st Sub-Junior, Junior, and Senior State Level Floor Curling Coaching Camp and Championship 2025-26, organized by the Amateur Curling Association of Sanaleibak, concluded on March 28 at the Yairipok Tulihal Multipurpose Community Hall. Imphal East was crowned the overall champion, accumulating 71 points through 6 gold, 7 silver, and 10 bronze medals. Other…
The 16th Foundation Day Celebration of K. Ibotombi Cultural Academy (KICA), located at Charangpat Maklang in Thoubal district, was celebrated at the community hall of Charangpat Maklang Mamang Leikai. In the event, Vaishnab Pheiroijam Manibabu Singh attended as the chief guest; Guru of Nata Sankirtana Eshei, Lairelakpam Khomei Singh, presided; and Guru of literary composition…
The Manipur Naga Youth Organization (MNYO) has expressed profound sorrow over the tragic killing of four cadres of GPRN/NSCN Eastern Flank at Hongbei village in Kamjong on March 28, saying this deeply distressing incident has pained Naga people and stands as a solemn reminder of the urgent need to preserve unity among Naga brothers. At…
