Rajya Sabha MP Leishemba Sanajaoba has expressed significant concerns in Parliament regarding the alarming decline of the Manipuri Pony population, urging immediate protective measures. In a special mention, he emphasized the pony’s importance as a rare indigenous breed of Equus caballus, which forms a critical part of Manipur’s cultural and historical identity, as well as…
A delegation of the Naga Students’ Federation (NSF) called on Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh in Imphal on Wednesday and shared their aspirations for peaceful coexistence. The Chief Minister later took to social media to state, “Called on by a delegation of the Naga Students’ Federation (NSF), led by Deputy Chief Minister Losii Dikho,…
In a significant move toward enhancing nutritional security and boosting farm income in the region, ICAR-Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) Chandel organised a specialized “Field Day” on Wednesday at M Gamnom Village, situated within the Sajiktampak-Chakpikarong block, Chandel District. The event focused on the performance and benefits of the IPL 220 lentil variety, drawing 20 progressive…
In a proud moment for Manipur, eleven officers from the State Forest Service (SFS) of the Manipur cadre have been promoted to the prestigious Indian Forest Service (IFS), marking a significant milestone in their careers and strengthening the state’s forest administration. The promotion was approved by the Government of India, Ministry of Environment, Forest and…
Under the aegis of the Manipur State Legal Services Authority, the District Legal Services Authority, Thoubal and the Legal Aid Clinic, Kiyam Leitanpok jointly organised an inter-school spot painting competition on the theme ‘Stop Child Marriage’ for students from Class VI to X on Wednesday. The competition was held at Little Star English Hr. Secondary…
A memorandum was submitted by the All Manipur Muslim Students’ Organisation (AMMSO) to the Director of the Department of University & Higher Education, seeking the welfare and educational advancement of the minority Muslim (Meitei Pangal) community. According to the memorandum, the Meitei Pangal community, being a recognized minority in the state, has long been striving…
A security coordination meeting was convened at Shalluk in Chandel District, bringing together representatives from Naga and Kuki Civil Society Organisations, Ex Servicemen and Village Chiefs. The deliberations witnessed the participation of 21 community members, including 11 from the Naga community and 10 from the Kuki community. Senior officials from Assam Rifles HQ at Kakching,…
The newly formed government led by Chief Minister Y. Khemchand has begun significant infrastructure development in the state, allocating ₹5 crore per constituency for road connectivity improvements. Newly constructed roads using paver block technology near the Multipurpose Hall at Kakching Mayai Leikai were recently inspected by MLA M. Rameshwar, who emphasized the government’s priority on…
In a significant drive seizure, Manipur Police on Wednesday arrested one Anil Guatam (34) of Toribari Village under Kangpokpi-PS, Senapati district from Phougakchao Ikhai- PS NAKA Check Point, Bishnupur district along with 1.5 kg of opium. From his possession, one three-wheeler, auto-rickshaw, approximately 1.5 Kg opium, one carry backpack, one mobile phone, and one Aadhaar…
On a recent operation, security forces in Imphal East district arrested two individuals linked to extortion activities associated with the KCP (PWG) group. The first suspect, Moirangthem Jiten Singh alias Nanao (46), was apprehended in Kongba Laishram Leikai, where a mobile phone was seized. Concurrently, Thokchom Devarani Devi (43), another extortionist and female cadre of…
