The All-Naga Students’ Association, Manipur (ANSAM) has condemned the Meetei Erol Eyek Loinasilloi Apunba Lup (MEELAL) for mandating that all vehicle registration numbers in Manipur be inscribed in Meetei Mayek script. In a press release, ANSAM characterized this directive as an unreasonable imposition, lacking constitutional validity and democratic justification. They argue that imposing one community’s…
Deputy Chief Minister Losii Dikho has disclosed that the budget session of Manipur Legislative Assembly is likely to be conducted in the second week of March. Dikho, who returned to the state capital after 4-day stay in New Delhi, told reporters, “The meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi was very positive. He was so happy…
Acting on specific intelligence inputs regarding illicit narcotics cultivation, Assam Rifles launched a joint anti-narcotics operation along with CRPF, Manipur Police and Forest Department in general area Sadim Hill Range, in Senapati district. The operation involved area domination and systematic search of suspected cultivation sites. During the conduct of operation, the joint team detected illicit…
Security forces conducted a major search operation in Manipur’s Imphal East district on Tuesday, leading to the recovery of a cache of arms, ammunition, and protective gear, officials said.The operation was carried out in the Nungai Hill Range area under Sagolmang Police Station limits following specific intelligence inputs. A coordinated team of security personnel combed…
Thadou Inpi Manipur (TIM) expressed its deepest sorrow and heartfelt condolences on the passing of Vungzagin Valte, former Minister and three-time MLA of 56-Thanlon (ST) Assembly Constituency (2012–2026) and former banker with the State Bank of India, who passed away on February 21 at Medanta Medicity Hospital, Gurugram. Valte was a rare and exemplary leader,…
The Indian Army hosted a gathering for Iftar at Qutubwali Masjid, Kwakta in Bishnupur district for the local Pangal community, exemplifying its enduring commitment to communal harmony, mutual respect and inclusive engagement. The event was attended by 125 individuals, including local residents, community leaders, religious dignitaries and Army personnel, all united in the solemn observance…
The 5th Edition of the (Late) Lt Col Robert TA Memorial Open Football Tournament concluded on Tuesday after an engrossing 18-day run that began on February 5, 2026. The tournament was organized by the Assam Rifles in association with the Senapati District Olympic Association, Manipur (SDOAM). Brigadier Anshuman Tripathi, Commander, 22 Sector Assam Rifles, graced…
The Meetei Erol Eyek Loinasillol Apunba Lup (MEELAL) has directed that all vehicles operating in Manipur must display registration numbers in Meetei Mayek script by March, warning that non-compliance will invite action from the organization. The directive forms part of MEELAL’s sustained campaign to promote and normalize the use of the indigenous Meetei Mayek script…
The Thadou Students’ Association (TSA) extended its heartfelt congratulations to Mr. Gugun Kipgen, a proud son of the Thadou community, and the entire team and crew of the Manipuri film “Boong” for their remarkable achievement in winning the BAFTA Award for Best Children’s & Family Film at the 79th British Academy Film Awards 2026. This…
Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh called on Union Road Transport and Highways Minister, Nitin Gadkari at his office here in New Delhi. He was accompanied by his two deputy chief ministers, Nemcha Kipgen of the BJP and Losii Dikho of the Naga People’s Front (NPF). This is the first time that Khemchand met Gadkari after…
