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Prize and award distribution ceremonies held

By Our Staff Reporter IMPHAL, Jun 16: The 18th annual prize distribution for State level and Okram Sagei level meritorious students of HSLC and Hr Secondary Examination Manipur and Class X and XII of CBSE Examination 2019, was held at Manipur Press Club today.

State

Young star shuttlers felicitated

IMPHAL, Jun 16: Four promising badminton players of the State including M Meiraba who won top positions in All India Junior Ranking Badminton Tournaments held this year at Bangalore, Trivandrum and Chennai were felicitated today at the Sangai Continental, MG Avenue.

North East Expedite Naga peace process : Nagaland BJP

North East

Expedite Naga peace process : Nagaland BJP

NE NOW DIMAPUR, Jun 16 : The Nagaland unit of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has urged the Central party leadership in Delhi to expedite the Naga peace process and resolve the long-pending Indo-Naga political issue.

State

CM presents cash crunch, RBI ban to PM

New Delhi, Jun 16 Chief Minister N Biren Singh who is currently in New Delhi met Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman separately yesterday and apprised them of the financial situation in the State resulting from the ban imposed by the RBI. The Chief Minister requested them to extend some flexibility to decide the quantum of borrowings under Open Market Borrowings within the overall ceiling fixed by the Finance Ministry.

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General Articles

General Articles JUN. 17, 2019

Manipur calls for serious action on security front, beyond the optics

Manipur’s chief minister Nongthombam Biren announced to a visiting Myanmarese delegation on 11 June that the north-eastern state remains “safe and productive” for business and investment. It was in the capital Imphal at a conference titled Connecting India’s Northeast with North West Region of Myanmar: Road map for all-round Prosperity. It was co-organized by the government of Manipur, the ministry of external affairs, and the New Delhi-based hard-right policy think-tank, India Foundation.

General Articles

General Articles JUN. 17, 2019

ICC World Cup under the English summer

Kamal Baruah There’s a saying in England, “There’s no such thing as bad weather, only unsuitable clothing.” While London does experience four separate seasons, light showers and cloudy skies are prevalent throughout the year. From the fresh spring blooms to the winter’s first snowfall and rain & sunshine during summer, every London season is stunning. Ten ICC World Cup teams have by now packed their kit smartly and at the moment ready to move different venues no matter what the weather brings.

General Articles

General Articles JUN. 17, 2019

Maharaja Bodh Chandra: The last ruler of Manipur

Wahengbam Pathou Contd from previous issue The flame of communist rebellion flickered by Hijam Irabot was plunging into a bloody insurgency. It was a nightmare for the Chief Commissioner regime to douse the fire of rebellion orchestrated by the followers of Irabot. Matters had reached a flashpoint when the communist rebels audaciously engaged in skirmish with the Assam Rifles and inflicted casualty in the Moirang Kampu incident on 31 March, 1951. To mount attack on the central paramilitary forces was a di

Sangai Digest

Sangai Digest APR. 23, 2019

Repoll testifies rampant malpractices: Dr Nara

IMPHAL, Apr 22: CPI candidate in Inner Manipur PC has asserted that the Election Commission of India’s order to hold repoll at 12 polling stations has testified rampant malpractices and manipulations at several polling stations of Inner Manipur PC on April 18.

FEB. 27, 2019

Hills, valley unite; 24 hrs strike on Jan 31

IMPHAL, Jan 28: Civil society organisations based in the hills and valley of the State have come together and formed a core committee against the Citizenship (Amendment) Bill (CAB) 2016 . Moreover, a 24 hour State-wide general strike has been called on January 31. A public convention was held today at Hotel Imphal under the aegis of UCM, AMUCO, CCSK, HERICOUN and LIPUN where representatives of 66 organisations based in the valley and hill districts of the State took part. Briefing media pers

FEB. 27, 2019

Two killed after septic tank explodes

By Our Staff ReporterIMPHAL, Jan 28: Two people were killed while another sustained injuries as they were buried under a wall which collapsed at the impact of a septic tank explosion. The incident occurred inside a multi-storeyed building known as Madrassa Mazharul Uloom and located at Bengoon, Imphal West district under Mayang Imphal police station.Septic tank of the building’s toilet complex exploded all of a sudden at around 2.40 pm today and in the next moment portions of a wall collapsed at the i

Editorial

17Jun

From June 18, 2001 to June 18, 2019 Manipur : Geo-political reality

June 18, 2001. A calendar date that has been marked in bold in the minds of everyone who stand by the idea of a Manipur as a distinct social and political reality. And it is with this same approach that 2019 will greet June 18 on Tuesday. It has been like this every year after the spontaneous people’s uprising on the said date more than 15 years back. More than 15 years back, but the date continues to hold a special place in the minds of everyone and there could be many who were not born on the day that Imp

Brief News

State

Prayer meets

CM to be back today

Housing loan

AMSSTA to provide transportation

Govt informs

Diaspora Speak

Listing of Masood Azhar as global terrorist by UN will be ‘properly resolved’: China

North Korea warns of ‘undesired’ outcome if no change in US nuclear stance

US army veteran plots terror attack as revenge for New Zealand shootings, arrested

Islamic State alert sounded in Bangladesh, India

‘Value of vaccination’ – Theme of World Veterinary Day, 2019

World News

World

World MAY. 27, 2019

Eight in the fray to replace Theresa May as British PM

London, May 26 At least eight candidates have joined the fray to battle it out to take over the reins from British Prime Minister Theresa May as the UK’s ruling Conservative Party leadership contest gets underway. May had announced her resignation earlier this week and is set to formally step down as Tory leader and PM on June 7, after a three-day state visit to the UK by US President Donald Trump. The formal segment of the party leadership contest will then kick off on June 10, but prospective candidates

World

World MAY. 27, 2019

Ten dead in eastern China after ship leaks gas

BEIJING, May 26 At least ten people died and 19 were injured after carbon dioxide leaked from a cargo ship’s fire prevention system in eastern China, local officials said Sunday. The gas leak occurred at 4:00 pm (0800 GMT) Saturday at Longyan Port in Weihai, eastern Shandong province, the local government said through its official Twitter-like Weibo account.

World

World MAY. 25, 2019

No talks with US 'under any circumstances': Iran

TEHRAN, May 24 Iran will not hold talks with the United States "under any circumstances" while the rights of the Islamic republic are not respected, said an official quoted Thursday by state media.

National News

India

India JUN. 18, 2019

Amit Shah to remain party chief as... JP Nadda named BJP working president

New Delhi, Jun 17 Former Union Minister JP Nadda was elected as the National working president of the BJP at the party’s Parliamentary board meeting on Monday evening.

India

India JUN. 18, 2019

Modi takes oath, Ranjan in Manipuri

New Delhi, Jun 17 The first session of 17th Lok Sabha commenced here Monday with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who is also the leader of the House, taking oath as Member. Leader of the House and Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and Home Minister Amit Shah were among those who took oath as Members of the 17th Lok Sabha that commenced here Monday.

India

India JUN. 17, 2019

India and Myanmar forces coordinate to destroy NE insurgent camps across border

New Delhi, Jun 16 In a coordinated military operation conducted by the armies of India and Myanmar on their respective sides of the border, several camps of North East-based militant groups inside Myanmar territory were destroyed, and fleeing militants apprehended by Indian security forces. Called ‘Operation Sunshine-2’, the military action that took place between May 16 and June 8, is expected to give a debilitating jolt to insurgencies in the North Eastern States.

State News

State

State JUN. 18, 2019

Shyamkumar opens rural market shed in Senapati; inspects ongoing projects in IE

DIPR Imphal, June 17: Horticulture and Soil Conservation Minister Thounaojam Shyamkumar today inaugurated a rural market shed constructed under the Mission for Integrated Development of Horticulture (MIDH) scheme under the aegis of Horticulture and Soil Conservation Department at Biisho Koide village, Senapati District.

State

State JUN. 18, 2019

CAU signs MoU with Green Biotech EcoSolutions

By Our Staff Reporter IMPHAL, Jun 17 : With an objective to start up entrepreneurship using the high quality pineapple of the State, Central Agricultural University, Imphal has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Green Biotech EcoSolutions Private Limited in the mini conference hall of Vice Chancellor Secretariat's office, CAU, Lamphelpat.

State

State JUN. 18, 2019

MANPAC warns of intense civil movement

By Our Staff Reporter IMPHAL, Jun 17: Taking serious note of a news report reportedly broadcast in News X that CAB 2016 would be reintroduced in the Parliament within the ongoing session, the Manipur People’s Alliance against CAB (MANPAC) has warned the Government of India that there would be massive and sustained civil protest movements in case the Bill is introduced and passed without first consulting and obtaining consent of the people of Manipur and other North Eastern States.

State

State JUN. 18, 2019

Th Biswajit expected to return today Go with MLAs’ wish : RSS to BJP

IMPHAL, Jun 17: With the political crisis besieging the State dragging on for days, the powerful Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) has advised BJP Central leaders to go with the wish of BJP MLAs of the State. Notably, a large number of BJP MLAs have been camping at Delhi demanding replacement of Chief Minister N Biren.

Sports News

Sports

Kakching FC ease past Ayangleima FC in 2nd SDAU Trophy opener

IMPHAL, Jun 17 : Kakching FC romped past Ayangleima FC, Tentha 3-0 in the opening match of the 2nd SDAU Trophy 2019 being organised by SDAU, Tekcham at Tekcham High School Ground.

18 Jun, 2019

Sports

U-13 Boys Football tourney DYA extend winning streak with 3-0 win against KTC

IMPHAL, Jun 17 : DYA, Elangkhangpokpi eased to a 3-0 win against KTC, Kakching today to extend their winning ways at the ongoing 3rd Ksh Tikendrajit Memorial U-13 Boys Football Tournament organised by District Sports Association Kakching under the aegis of All Manipur Football Association at DSA Kakching ground.

18 Jun, 2019

Sports

U-13 Boys Football tourney DYA extend winning streak with 3-0 win against KTC

18 Jun, 2019

Sports

NEROCA FC grassroots programme to resume from July 6

IMPHAL, Jun 17 : North Eastern Reorganising Cultural Association Football Club (NEROCA FC) will resume its grassroots football development programme as usual with effective from July 6 at 6.30 pm at Sangakpham Ground, said a press release issued by the club today.

18 Jun, 2019

Sports

NEROCA FC grassroots programme to resume from July 6

18 Jun, 2019

Sports

State team trial for arm sports on June 23

Manipur Arm Sports Association (MASA) is conducting a trial selection for the preparation of State team on June 23 at the office of MABOY CLUB, Yaiskul Police Lane at 10 am in connection with the 38th National Man and Woman Arm Sports Championship 2019.

18 Jun, 2019

Sports

State team trial for arm sports on June 23

18 Jun, 2019

Forum

Sports

Meira FC emerge champions of MAICHON Trophy Soccer tourney

State

Drama over installation of CCTV cameras at high security zones Probe panel fails to submit report, PIL filed

Sports

17th Sub-Junior and Junior Wushu Championship gets underway

World

Bangladesh halts visas for Pakistanis

North East

Expedite Naga peace process : Nagaland BJP

UAYF submits demand, highlights woes to DC – SWKH

Miss India

Three women MPs from NE

Meghalaya CSOs resolve to oppose CAB

Poetry

A Shadowy Figure

The divorce Between thought and action! Ah, there it is! An eternal gap. There is no question of Bridging the gap No matter how hard one tries. read more

Cry Of A Dying River...81

I am no longer the river I was once The river that remembers... The summer of early Nineties A project by the name of 'Nambul Project ' Delivered by 'Delhi Durbar ' "Nambul must be cleaned and saved Nambul must be dredged to prevent increasing siltation and floods " The State 'Experts' whose expertise of/on river(s) deserves a prize Put into work the newly acquired JCVs And thereby hanged a tale of outrageous tales. read more

On the unseen river

Flowing endlessly as dreams are floating in the hope of spring. Would you be the ripples closer to the banks like perennial love to me. Never did the sun shine before. read more