The Thadou Students’ Association (TSA) has rejected a complaint filed at Kangpokpi Police Station against social activist Ashang Kasar, calling it a “baseless” attempt to misuse the name of the Thadou community and escalate ethnic tensions in Manipur. The complaint was lodged on March 15 by Lungoulen Guite, who identified himself as the general secretary…
The Indigenous Tribal Leaders’ Forum (ITLF) has issued a warning over reports that a Meitei cyclist, Malem Thongam, is planning to visit Churachandpur on March 17, cautioning that such a move would violate the existing buffer zone between Meitei and Kuki-Zo inhabited areas. In a press statement issued on Monday, the organisation said any attempt…
Hundreds of citizens gathered at the historic Koirengei Airfield in Manipur’s Imphal East district on Sunday, urging authorities to preserve the site and protect it from ongoing construction activities.The demonstration was organized by the Campaign for Protection and Preservation of Koirengei Airfield (CPPKAF). Protesters assembled at the airfield carrying placards highlighting the historical significance of…
Director Lakshmipriya Devi’s BAFTA award-winning Manipuri drama Boong has crossed ₹1 crore at the Indian box office following its re-release on March 6, becoming the first film from Manipur to reach the milestone. The film was co-produced by Farhan Akhtar and Ritesh Sidhwani’s Excel Entertainment along with Chalkboard Entertainment and Suitable Pictures. According to the…
A heavy downpour accompanied by strong winds and hailstorms caused significant damage to houses and properties in many areas of the state on Sunday. Stong winds accompanied by hailstorms have reportedly damaged large stretches of agricultural land in several areas, leading to significant losses for famers. The sudden weather conditions have raised concerns over crop…
A protest demonstration was staged on Sunday at the historic Koirengei Airfield in Imphal East, demanding the preservation and protection of the landmark site. The demonstration was organised by the Campaign for Protection and Preservation of Koirengei Airfield (CPPKAF). A large number of participants assembled at the airfield holding placards and banners emphasising the historical…
Arapti Junior High School, in collaboration with Lilong Ayush Pharmacy and Clinic and Apollo Diagnostic, located at Lilong Bazar, has organised a free medical check-up camp on the premises of the school in Arapti Mayai Leikai. The camp was sponsored by Lilong Ayush Pharmacy and Clinic. It provided free medical check-ups for the school’s students,…
The Like Minded Group (LMG) provided assistance to the family of Ningthoujam Purnima, who committed suicide by hanging herself in the Leimaram Relief Camp. On the evening of March 3, the day the Yaoshang festival began, Ningthoujam Purnima (20 years old), who was staying at the relief camp set up at Leimaram High School, committed…
The 2nd Fit India State Level Cyclothon 2026, organized by the Sports Authority of India North East Region Center in Imphal, has concluded with the aim of promoting the cycling culture and community involvement under the Fit India Movement and Khelo India. The event started at Manipur University and ended at the Khongjom War Memorial…
The Manipur International Youth Centre (MIYC) expressed its deep concern and strong objection to the letter submitted by the Managing Director of the Manipur State Power Distribution Company Limited (MSPDCL) to the Chief Minister proposing “performance-based promotions” for the posts of General Manager (GM) and Executive Director (ED). Referring to the contents of the letter…
