The limited number of NABL-accredited laboratories in the State emerged as a key concern during an awareness programme on NABL Accreditation and Its Benefits, held at Manipur Technical University (MTU), Imphal, under the Gunvatta Yatra Initiative of the Quality Council of India (QCI). The programme was organised by the National Accreditation Board for Testing and…
A combined team of security forces, forest department along with Executive Magistrate, Churachandpur on Friday destroyed about 10 acres of poppy cultivation at the hill range of Suangkong Hill range under Behiang Police Station, Churachandpur district. Materials found at the site like salt, urea, sprayers etc used in poppy cultivation were destroyed, said a statement…
Former Manipur Chief Minister N. Biren Singh left for New Delhi on Friday, sparking speculations over a possible move to restore a popular government in the State as President’s Rule nears its expiry next month. Singh, who is also leader of the BJP legislature party, reportedly told media persons at Imphal airport that the visit…
Security forces launched a joint operation in Kangpokpi district early Friday morning as part of ongoing efforts to maintain peace and prevent anti-national activities in the hill areas of Manipur. The operation is being carried out by elite Special Forces along with the Assam Rifles at Wainem village under Kangpokpi District. According to official sources,…
The Tribal Youth Council Manipur (TYCM), Council Headquarters, submitted a memorandum to Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla at Lok Bhavan, Imphal, urging him not to award/assign the portfolio of Minister-in-Charge of the Minor Irrigation Department to the Chief Minister and instead award/assign it to a member of the Council of Ministers when a popular government is…
In an important step towards improving the living and working conditions of police personnel, Project Suvidha 2.0 was inaugurated at the 1st India Reserve Battalion (IRBN) Headquarters in Namsangmukh on Wednesday. The project was formally inaugurated by Apurba Bitin, Inspector General of Police (Operations), Police Headquarters, Itanagar. The programme was held at the battalion headquarters…
The All-India Congress Committee (AICC), in coordination with the Manipur Pradesh Congress Committee (MPCC) launched the AICC National Spokesperson Talent Hunt Programmer in Manipur as part of a nationwide initiative being rolled out across various states. The programmed was formally launched at the Congress Bhavan on B. T. Road. Addressing the gathering, AICC National Coordinator-in-charge…
Shija Hospitals & Research Institute Pvt. Ltd, in partnership with the Chadong New Site Committee, conducted a one-day free mega medical camp at Chadong New in Kamjong District. The initiative aimed to enhance access to quality healthcare for underserved communities. A multidisciplinary team of specialists, including those in Dermatology, Gynaecology, Orthopaedics, ENT, General Surgery, General…
Media briefing for the Manipur Staff Selection Commission (MSSC) occurred on Thursday at the Deputy Commissioner Complex in Imphal West. T. Ranjit Singh, a retired IAS officer and the first Chairman of MSSC, emphasized the Commission’s focus on establishing a transparent, secure, efficient, and merit-based recruitment process for subordinate posts in Manipur. Ranjit Singh noted…
The Modi government has recently replaced the flagship programme MGNREGA by a new Act called Vikshit Bharat Guarantee for Rojgar and Ajivika Gramin (VB G RAM-G). According to the new Act, the state’s share of funds for the scheme will be 90:10 for northeastern states including Manipur. Under the earlier Act (MGNREGA), the state’s share…
