On the morning session of the Manipur Legislative Assembly, Chief Minister Y. Khemchand Singh presented the 16th Annual Report (2022–2023) of the Manipur Information Commission. The Secretary informed the Assembly about the Governor’s assent to several Bills, including: The Manipur Contingency Fund Bill, 2024; The Dhanamanjuri University (Second Amendment) Bill, 2024; The Manipur Private School…
The Shangshak Battalion of the Assam Rifles solemnly paid tribute to the brave soldiers who made the supreme sacrifice for the nation at the War Memorial, Shangshak, in the Ukhrul district. The ceremony was conducted in the esteemed presence of the Inspector General Assam Rifles (South), together with officials and troops of the battalion, who…
A significant interaction with Ex-Servicemen (ESM) took place at the Company Operating Base (COB) Ukhrul, organized by Headquarters Inspector General Assam Rifles (South). The event was attended by the Inspector General Assam Rifles (South) and senior officials of Assam Rifles, creating a robust dialogue platform for the veteran community. Thirty-two Ex-Servicemen from the Indian Army…
The Sahitya Akademi, New Delhi, an autonomous body under the Ministry of Culture, Government of India, on Monday announced the names of the twenty-four distinguished litterateurs from across the country who have been selected for the prestigious “Sahitya Akademi Award 2025”, given annually. This prestigious award will be presented to the acclaimed litterateur Dr. Nalini…
A group of volunteers associated with the Just and Fair Delimitation (JFD) were prevented from advancing towards the Manipur Legislative Assembly Complex after security personnel intercepted them at Thangmeiband in Imphal. The volunteers had assembled in the area intending to hold a protest demonstration while the seventh sitting of the 12th Manipur Legislative Assembly was…
The 7th Session of the 12th Manipur Legislative Assembly focused on discussions and voting for 7 Demands for Grants for the Financial Year 2026–27 on its sixth day, approving a total allocation of Rs. 2524,88,16,000 across various departments. Notable approvals included specific amounts such as Rs. 16,29,33,000 for Information and Publicity, Rs. 1423,53,69,000 for Medical,…
The Central Agricultural University (CAU), under the All India Coordinated Research Project on Post-Harvest Engineering and Technology (AICRP on PHET), organized an entrepreneurship development and hands-on training programme on fermented soybean (Hawaijar) production at Lamboikhongnangkhong in Imphal West district. The programme was conducted especially for internally displaced persons (IDPs) currently staying at the Lamboikhongnangkhong relief…
The Thadou Students’ Association (TSA) has rejected a complaint filed at Kangpokpi Police Station against social activist Ashang Kasar, calling it a “baseless” attempt to misuse the name of the Thadou community and escalate ethnic tensions in Manipur. The complaint was lodged on March 15 by Lungoulen Guite, who identified himself as the general secretary…
The Indigenous Tribal Leaders’ Forum (ITLF) has issued a warning over reports that a Meitei cyclist, Malem Thongam, is planning to visit Churachandpur on March 17, cautioning that such a move would violate the existing buffer zone between Meitei and Kuki-Zo inhabited areas. In a press statement issued on Monday, the organisation said any attempt…
Hundreds of citizens gathered at the historic Koirengei Airfield in Manipur’s Imphal East district on Sunday, urging authorities to preserve the site and protect it from ongoing construction activities.The demonstration was organized by the Campaign for Protection and Preservation of Koirengei Airfield (CPPKAF). Protesters assembled at the airfield carrying placards highlighting the historical significance of…
