In a stark demonstration of dissatisfaction with state rehabilitation efforts, internally displaced persons (IDPs) from Ekou village marched to government offices on Monday to return ₹24 lakh in financial assistance. The residents, who have been living in relief camps since the outbreak of ethnic violence in Manipur, characterized the government’s housing aid as a “trivial”…
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…
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…
In a significant step towards rehabilitation and self-reliance, Deputy Commissioner of Bishnupur, Pooja Elangbam, today led a distribution programme providing livelihood equipment and resources to Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) under the Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative of the National Highways & Infrastructure Development Corporation Ltd.A total of 10 looms, 10 sewing machines, 5 popcorn-making machines,…
