Manipur Tourism Director Lourembam Bikram has said that the Sangai Festival should be seen as a major tourism strategy rather than just an annual celebration. He made these remarks while speaking at a one-day workshop on “Tourism Potential in Manipur,” held at the Manipur Press Club on Wednesday. The event was jointly organised by the…
The Manipur government on Tuesday urged residents — especially Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) — to extend their full support to the upcoming Sangai Festival, scheduled from November 21 to 30, describing the event as a crucial step in the state’s journey toward recovery, economic revival, and social harmony. Officials said the festival, one of Manipur’s…
The Khelo India Football Tournament 2025 began with a vibrant opening ceremony at South Changoubung, reflecting the government’s ongoing efforts to promote grassroots sports and nurture young talent across the country. Organised by the 112 BN CRPF in collaboration with the South Changoubung Youth Club (SCYC) and supported by the Sports Authority of India (SAI),…
Manipur marked National Press Day this year with a renewed call to defend the credibility of the media amid growing concerns over misinformation, shrinking editorial independence and the fast-changing digital landscape. The state-level observance, organised by the Directorate of Information and Public Relations (DIPR), placed the theme “safeguarding press credibility” at the heart of the…
In a major step toward strengthening forest governance and wildlife protection, the Forest Department of Manipur signed two key Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) with Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) and the Airports Authority of India (AAI) on November 14. The agreements aim to modernize the State’s forest administration through advanced communication systems and enhanced coordination…
A recent media workshop in Imphal on November 13 underscored growing concerns over the public’s increasing dependence on social media as a primary source of news. Experts and state officials emphasized the importance of media literacy and responsible consumption to counter misinformation and ensure citizens remain well-informed. The one-day “Vartalap” workshop, organised by the Press…
Security forces in Manipur have arrested an active cadre of the banned outfit People’s Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (Progressive), popularly known as PREPAK (PRO), during a coordinated operation in Imphal West district. The arrest comes amid intensified efforts to curb insurgency and extortion activities in the state. The apprehended individual has been identified as Ksh….
Union Minister of State for Road Transport and Highways, Ajay Tamta, visited Churachandpur district on Monday to assess the delivery of government aid to families displaced by ongoing ethnic violence. The visit highlighted the central government’s commitment to restoring normalcy and supporting communities affected by unrest in Manipur’s hill districts. During the visit to the…
The Additional District Magistrate of Noney has issued a comprehensive prohibitory order on November 10 to safeguard migratory Amur falcons, locally known as “Akhuaipuina”, which have begun arriving in the district. The order mandates an immediate and complete ban on hunting, catching, killing, and selling these migratory birds throughout the Noney district and surrounding areas….
A large-scale medical outreach was organised at the Leikop DIET Centre in Kangpokpi district on Friday, providing critical healthcare services to hundreds of internally displaced tribal families. The initiative, conducted as part of the upcoming Janjatiya Gaurav Diwas 2025, marked a significant step in improving healthcare access for displaced communities in Manipur. The camp was…
