Following an invitation from Judy Gachui Shangrei, the nominee of Deputy Chief Minister Nemcha Kipgen, a delegation from the Tribal Youth Council Manipur (TYCM), led by President Momo Tantanga, convened at the Minister’s Office to discuss critical tribal issues. The meeting focused on recruitment for vacant positions in the Directorate of Tribal Affairs & Hills…
A workshop on the Prashan Mantri National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme (PM-NAPS 2.0) took place at Union Model High School, Komlathabi, Chandel, organized by the Directorate of Craftsmen Training, Government of Manipur. Aimed at promoting apprenticeship and skill development in the North Eastern Region, the event gathered students, officials, and industry representatives, fostering an engaging educational…
Chief Minister Y Khemchand Singh has expressed optimism regarding the Rs 2400 crore allocation for Manipur under the “Pride of Hills” component of the Special Assistance to States for Capital Improvement (SASCI) for the fiscal year 2026-27. In a social media announcement, he conveyed deep appreciation to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Finance Minister Nirmala…
Assam Rifles, in collaboration with Anal Catholic Soldong Ruwl (ACSR), held a detailed career guidance session focused on “Joining the Indian Army” for students of the Anal community in Panchai Village, Chandel district. This initiative aimed to direct local youth towards a disciplined professional life rooted in national service, demonstrating a substantial interest from over…
Wushu player Upendro Thongam from Manipur has reached the final of the 10th World Junior Wushu Championship 2026, taking place at the Tianjin Olympic Centre Gymnasium. Competing in the Sanda (45 kg) category for India, he secured his spot in the final by defeating Emir Nurutdinov of Ukraine in the quarterfinals and Grisha Alikhanyan of…
Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh has appealed to the Tangkhul Naga community of Ukhrul district to defuse the tension following incidents of violence and help the State Government in maintaining law and order. The Chief Minister emphasized the need for collective efforts to prevent further escalation in the border district, which witnessed unrest earlier…
Security forces arrested an extortionist active cadre of KCP (PWG), identified as Maibam Pingku Singh (42) of Chingamathak Pishum Leirak from Sangaiprou Mamang Leikai area under Singjamei Police Station in Imphal West district. A mobile phone, an Elector Photo Identity card and a sum of Rs. 100 were seized from him. On the other hand,…
Leading transgender community organisations in Manipur have condemned the Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Amendment Bill, 2026, labeling it as “regressive,” “exclusionary,” and a “direct attack on identity and dignity.” Various groups, including the All Manipur Nupi Maanbi Association (AMANA), Empowering Trans Ability (ETA), and the All Transmen Association, emphasized that the bill undermines the…
The KET (Kakching Educational Trust) Scholarship 2026 distribution ceremony took place at JRD Pathseeker’s Academy on Irengband Road in Kakching. The event, titled “Let’s Help Each Other,” was led by Kshetrimayum Ibobi, President of the District Sports Association (DSA) Kakching, with Kshetrimayum Ranjan, Principal of MMS Genius Academy Kakching, serving as the Chief Guest. A…
District Industries Centre, Thoubal in association with Indira Memorial Club, Leisangthem Awang Leikai organised a one-day awarness-cum-Udyam registration drive at Leisangthem Bazar Community Hall under Lilong CD Block in Thoubal. The programme was organised by the District Industries Centre, Thoubal under the Raising and Accelerating MSME Performance (RAMP) Scheme under the Ministry of Micro, Small…
