The Assam Rifles, recognized as the oldest paramilitary force in India, celebrated its 191st Raising Day with a series of commemorative events across Manipur. Established in 1835, the force has evolved over nearly two centuries from a regional guard into a premier internal security agency. Historically known as the “Sentinels of the North East,” the…
A one-day Special Outreach Programme focusing on Viksit Bharat@2047 was held at the Royal Academy of Law in Oinam, Bishnupur District, organized by the Central Bureau of Communication, Regional Office, Imphal. The event featured prominent attendees including Yelam Ramananda Singh (Secretary, Governing Body), Eliza Maisnam (Principal), Ibeyaima Thounaojam (Lecturer), and Thokchom Anthony from the Central…
With an aim to strengthen farmers’ capacity and promote entrepreneurship in soybean-based products, a four-day hands-on training program on improved soybean production commenced at Ikop Ningthou Laibung in Heirok Part II. The program was inaugurated by Heirok AC MLA, Dr. Thokchom Radheshyam Singh, who emphasized that Heirok has strong potential to emerge as a leading…
In a significant move to stabilise volatile areas in Manipur’s hill districts, security forces carried out coordinated, multi-location operations in the last 24 hours across several sensitive regions, resulting in the dismantling of fortified positions, recovery of illegal arms, and the arrest of a key accused. Under the jurisdiction of Litan Police Station in Ukhrul…
A three-day Festival of Dance and Music was inaugurated at the Government Dance College, Palace Compound, Imphal today.It was organised by the Eastern Zonal Cultural Centre (EZCC), Kolkata under the Ministry of Culture, Government of India, in association with the Department of Art and Culture, Government of Manipur.Chief Guest of the inaugural function, Tongbram Robindro…
Students of Blossom Hebron English School in Kangpokpi district allegedly came under fire while returning home after their board examinations, raising serious concerns about security in the hill district. The incident reportedly occurred around 11:40 am on March 24 along the Tingpibung–Leplen road, when Class X students were travelling from Saikul to Simol village under…
A one-day awareness programme on the Chief Minister’s Entrepreneurship Support Scheme (CMESS) was held at the INA Auditorium Hall in Moirang, organized by the Planning Department and the District Administration Bishnupur. Targeting Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) in the area, the programme outlined significant aspects of CMESS, including 100% coverage under CGTMSE and MCGS, collateral-free loans,…
On Tuesday morning in the Kamjong district of Manipur, two individuals suffered gunshot injuries when armed assailants opened fire in Sharkaphung village. The victims, Ringyui Ramror (22) and Raichan Lungleng (34), both from the Tangkhul Naga community, sustained bullet wounds to their legs and feet and were subsequently transported to a hospital in Ukhrul district…
In a landmark judgment that reinforces the principles of gender equality within the Indian Armed Forces, the Supreme Court has ruled that the denial of Permanent Commission (PC) to several women Short Service Commission (SSC) officers was a result of “systemic discrimination.” The apex court observed that the evaluation criteria employed by the Indian Army—specifically…
Member of Parliament Dr. Akoijam Bimol raised serious concerns over the continuing violence in Manipur during the session of the 2nd phase of the budget session, Lok Sabha, calling for justice, accountability, and restoration of normalcy in the state. Addressing the House, Dr. Bimol highlighted a recent incident involving an engineer, Mayank Nambam Rishikanta, who…
