The economic blockade on National Highway-2 at Namdilong Gate in Kanglatongbi, under Sekmai Police Station in Imphal West district, continued on Thursday despite Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh appealing to protesters to withdraw the agitation. A large number of protesters, including men and women from both the Meitei and Naga communities, remained at the blockade…
Northeast India’s startup ecosystem is set for another growth push as IIMA Ventures, in partnership with opened applications for the second cohort of the North East Growth Lab (NEGL), targeting 25 high-potential startups and social enterprises across the region. The initiative reflects increasing investor and institutional interest in the Northeast’s innovation-driven enterprises spanning agriculture, food…
Meta has sought to reassure consumers and regulators about the privacy and security features of its AI-powered smart glasses as concerns over the technology continue to grow. The company said it is committed to protecting user privacy through built-in safeguards, transparent data practices, and clear notifications when the device’s camera or artificial intelligence features are…
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has approved the appointment of Mahesh Pai as the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of South Indian Bank for a three-year term, effective October 1. The private sector lender announced the development in a regulatory filing on Wednesday. Pai’s appointment will be placed before the bank’s board of…
Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh on Wednesday visited several locations across Senapati district and reviewed the ongoing developmental projects being taken up in the district.The Chief Minister also interacted with the public and Civil Society Organisations (CSOs), and assessed the implementation of various government projects and initiatives.Upon his arrival at a Potato Farm in…
The main accused in the rape and murder case of an 11-year-old girl, Prabhash Mondal, was killed in an encounter with police. The incident occurred while the crime scene was being reconstructed, after the accused tried to escape by snatching a policeman’s weapon. According to police, Prabhash Mondal was taken to the spot late Wednesday…
Manipur Director General of Police, Mukesh Singh visited Noney district Police Headquarters on Tuesday to review the prevailing law and order, crime and operational situation.The DGP was accompanied by the Additional DG (Law and Order), IG, and other senior officers during the visit.During the review, the DGP emphasised maintaining law and order, strengthening anti-extortion operations,…
The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has issued notices to Lotte India Corporation, Ferns N Petals and Kubera Foods over alleged misleading claims and violations of food labelling regulations. The food safety regulator has directed the companies to submit explanations within seven days on why action should not be initiated against them…
The growing demand for technology professionals is creating new career opportunities for graduates from non-technical backgrounds, with Manipur’s UlenkhombaKonthoujam emerging as an example of how upskilling can accelerate career growth. The 25-year-old Mathematics graduate from Delhi University has increased his salary by over 250 per cent within two years after transitioning into the data analytics…
In a nail-biting match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Spain defeated Portugal 1-0 to enter the quarter-finals. In the very last moments of the game (91st minute), Spain’s player Mikel Merino scored the decisive goal with an assist from Ferran Torres. With this defeat, world football star Cristiano Ronaldo’s dream of winning the World…
