A potential forest fire near the Friendship Bridge Integrated Check Post (ICP) at Moreh in Manipur’s Tengnoupal district was swiftly brought under control on Saturday following prompt action by alert troops deployed along the International Boundary. Official sources said the blaze was detected at an early stage by vigilant picquets positioned in the area. When…
Manipur Police on Saturday arrested two extortionists, UNLF (Koireng) active cadres from Wangkhei Ayangpalli under Porompat-PS, Imphal East district They have been identified as s/s 2nd Lieutenant, Asem Nongpoknganba Meitei alias Ngangoiba (32) and Thangjam Gandhi Meitei alias Yaima (27). From their possession, one pistol and two magazines loaded with 16 live rounds and one…
BJP MLA Tongbram Robindro Singh announced that the expansion of Chief Minister Y. Khemchand Singh’s cabinet is anticipated to occur following the forthcoming budget session of the state Assembly. Y. Khemchand Singh assumed the role of Chief Minister on February 4, after the revocation of President’s rule. Alongside him, BJP MLA Nemcha Kipgen, representing the…
Manipur Youth Congress organized a protest against what they described as the “dictatorial rule of the BJP,” calling for the immediate release of Uday Bhanu Chib, the Indian Youth Congress President, along with other youth leaders. During the demonstration, participants attempted to march from Congress Bhawan to the BJP state office, located approximately one kilometer…
The observance of National Science Day in Manipur featured engaging programs aimed at promoting scientific temper, creativity, and innovation among students. Organized by the Assam Rifles across Tengnoupal, Ukhrul, and Thoubal Districts, the celebrations transformed schools into lively centers for learning. In Tengnoupal District, interactive sessions at multiple schools involved 120 to 190 students, discussing…
Manipur Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla met Union Home Minister Amit Shah in New Delhi on Saturday to discuss key issues concerning the state, officials said. A senior official confirmed the meeting but did not disclose detailed agenda points. The interaction comes weeks after the formation of the new government led by Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand…
A solemn wreath-laying ceremony was organized on Saturday at the Late Maj. Bob Khathing Memorial, Awungtang, Ukhrul, to commemorate the birth anniversary of the distinguished officer and to honor his lasting legacy in the region. The event was conducted with dignity and reverence, reflecting the deep respect held for his service and contribution to the…
The Regional Institute of Medical Sciences (RIMS), Imphal, observed World Rare Disease Day 2026 at the OPD Complex of the hospital. The program was organized to raise awareness about rare diseases, promote early diagnosis, and strengthen support systems for patients and their families. Prof. G. Sunil Kumar Sharma, director of RIMS Imphal, graced the occasion…
The District Administration of Pherzawl has stepped up its campaign to safeguard children by organizing a Special Adoption Awareness Campaign-cum-Awareness Program on the Protection of Children from Sexual Offenses (POCSO) Act, 2012, at Parbung village on Friday and at the DC Office Complex on Saturday. The initiative was conducted in collaboration with the District Social…
Members of the Railway Affected Landowners Association, Karuangmuan Nungtek Village, staged a strong protest on Saturday against land encroachment at chainage nos. 87387-88500. The protesters, carrying flex banners, demanded respect for their traditional land rights and an end to the alleged suppression by authorities. “No settlement, no work,” “Respect our traditional land rights,” and “Don’t…
