Former Manipur chief minister N Biren Singh on February 1 said the reforms announced in the Union Budget 2026–27 would help create new opportunities for startups, IT-enabled services and skilled youth in the Northeast. At the same time, the Manipur Congress criticised the Budget, alleging that it failed to address the state’s long-running crisis.In a…
Residents of several villages in Ukhrul district have warned of a 72-hour blockade along National Highway-202 if the government does not act on long-pending demands related to road expansion and land compensation. Villagers from Hungpung, Shangshak Phunghon, Shangshak Khullen and Hatha said they plan to block traffic on NH-202 from February 4 to February 6….
The District Administration of Kangpokpi, in collaboration with the Integrated Rural Management Association (IRMA), has officially launched a 15-day mobile vehicle campaign titled “Protect Childhood, Stop Child Marriage.” The initiative was flagged off today from the Deputy Commissioner’s Complex by Lamminlal Simte, MCS (AC to DC and SDO, Champhai). This intensive 15-day outreach is a…
The Coordinating Committee on Manipur Integrity (COCOMI) on Saturday organised a massive public rally in Imphal to press for the protection of Manipur’s territorial and social integrity and restoration of a popular government in the state.Regretting that hundreds of displaced families are yet to be rehabilitated, the civil society group leaders said that they organised…
Manipur joined the rest of the country in observing Martyrs’ Day yesterday. The main state-level function of observance was held at Gandhi Memorial Hall,Imphal where Manipur Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla attended as the Chief Guest.Members of Manipur Legislative Assembly, Chief Secretary, Security Advisor, DGP, several civil and police officers also attended the programme.The observance marked…
Shija Hospitals & Research Institute Pvt. Ltd. has been conferred with the Association of Healthcare Providers India (AHPI) Award for Excellence in Healthcare at the AHPI Global Conclave 2026, under the category of Excellence in Hospital Operations (Non-Clinical). The award ceremony was held at Taj Lands’ End, Mumbai. The conclave brought together representatives and leadership…
Thousands of people from different walks of life took part in “Save Manipur” rally organised by the Coordinating Committee on Manipur Integrity (COCOMI) on Saturday reaffirming collective stand on protecting the territorial integrity of the state. The rally started from Tiddim Ground, Kwakeithel and culminated at Thau Ground, Thangmeiband covering a distance of 5 km….
The Joint Tribes Council (JTC), Manipur has expressed serious concern over alleged threats and intimidation targeting indigenous Naga residents of Ireng (Puilong) Naga village in Kangpokpi district, reportedly by members of the Kuki National Front (KNF). In a statement, the JTC asserted that no designated Suspension of Operations (SoO) camps or illegal camps would be…
The Special Court of the National Investigation Agency, Manipur Number 1 took cognisance of the charge sheet filed in connection with the abduction and killing of six members of the Meitei community in Jiribam district. The case relates to the death of three women and three children, including an eight-month-old infant, in an incident that…
Assam Rifles inaugurated a Vocational Carpentry and Artisan Training Programmer at Hugine Thana Village, Kamjong District under Operation Sadbhavana. The month-long initiative is designed to foster skill development and create sustainable livelihood opportunities for local youth in this remote region.A total of 25 participants has enrolled in the programmer, which seeks to empower unemployed and…
