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…
RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat arrived in Manipur on Thursday, November 20, marking his first visit to the state since ethnic violence broke out two years ago. His three-day trip is part of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh’s (RSS) centenary celebrations, and will include a series of closed-door meetings. According to RSS officials, Bhagwat’s engagements during 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…
RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat will arrive in Manipur on November 20, marking his first visit to the state since ethnic violence erupted in May 2023. During his stay, the RSS chief will hold a series of interactions with citizens, entrepreneurs, youth leaders and representatives of the Janajati (tribal) community. On the day of his arrival,…
Security forces destroyed 15 acres of poppy in Manipur.Operation dismantled infrastructure supporting poppy farming.Authorities aim to disrupt narcotics networks in Tengnoupal. Security forces carried out a major anti-narcotics operation on Monday, November 17, in the Khudei Khullen hill range under Tengnoupal Police Station in Manipur’s Tengnoupal district, destroying extensive illegal poppy plantations spread across nearly…
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….
