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Days after clashes in Churachandpur killed one and injured many others... Situation still tense; schools, shops remain shut

IMPHAL, Mar 20 The situation in Manipur's curfew-bound Churachandpur district remained tense on Thursday, two days after clashes between the Hmar and Zomi communities left one dead and several injured, police said.Schools and shops remained shut, while Ch..

Naga students rally against border fencing, scrapping of FMR

Our CorrespondentChandel,  Mar 20 : Hundreds of Naga students staged a peaceful rally yesterday at N Satang village in Tengnoupal, protesting the scrapping of the Free Movement Regime (FMR) and the fencing of the Indo-Myanmar border.Titled "People's..

MPCC urges Judges to facilitate return of IDPs

By Our Staff ReporterIMPHAL, Mar 20: Extending a warm welcome to the six Supreme Court Judges who would be visiting the State on March 22 the Manipur Pradesh Congress Committee (MPCC) has urged the Judges to take up necessary measures so that people displ..

Rajaimei rolls out red carpet for medical team

Our CorrespondentSenapati, Mar 20 : A team of Senapati District Medical Department led by Chief Medical Officer (CMO) Dr Percy Sumpi conducted the first ever one day combined medical camp at Rajaimei village under Willong sub-division today.The camp scree..

Positives of AI on learning stressed

Konsam SamitaIMPHAL, Mar 20 : Even as Artificial Intelligence (AI) can be hard to understand, sparking uncertainty and mistrust, its innovative use in education is revolutionizing how students learn, interact, and grow.Speaking to The Sangai Express in th..

2 stopped from moving to Kpi

By Our Staff ReporterIMPHAL, Mar 20: Two persons belonging to the Meitei community who were on the way to Kangpokpi on a two-wheeler were detained by security forces at Kanglatongbi check-post this morning.One Wahengbam Robinkumar (53) s/o (L) W Gulapi of..

Dad pleads for safe release of son

By Our Staff ReporterImphal, Mar 20 : Gyanendra Das, the father of missing Luwangthem Mukesh, has appealed for his son's release on humanitarian grounds.Mukesh went missing on March 16.Addressing the media at his residence at Keishampat Leimajam Leikai, G..

MU signs MoU to aid students

By Our Staff ReporterImphal, Mar 20 : Manipur University (MU) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Emporium Training & Consultancy Pvt Ltd (ETCPL), Imphal today.According to a release issued by MU's Public Relations Officer, Dr Sakila N..

Cyber security lab opened

By Our Staff ReporterIMPHAL, Mar 20 : A cyber security lab was opened at Manipur Police Training College (MPTC), Pangei under the sponsorship of the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology’s project called “Empowering Police Personn..

Be safe call sounded

IMPHAL, Mar 20 : In commemoration of World Head Injury Awareness Day 2025, an 8 km "Fun Run" was kicked off from Kangla Western Gate with the participation of 150 runners culminating at Shija Hospitals & Research Institute (SHRI), Langol.Dr Khundongba..

AMBTA withdraws stir

IMPHAL, Mar 20: Following an understanding reached at a meeting held on March 18, 2025 with the Chief Secretary in the presence of CAF&PD Secretary and the CAF&PD Director, the All Manipur Bulk LPG Transporters’ Association (AMBTA) has withd..

VC looks to take MU to higher level

By Our Staff ReporterIMPHAL, May 20 : Manipur University (MU) Vice Chancellor Prof Naorem Lokendra has expressed his willingness to seize all opportunities to transform MU into a thriving and vibrant institution.Addressing the launch function of a 10 day..

Death anniversary held

IMPHAL, Mar 20 : The 14th death anniversary of Rozer Irom was observed today at the community hall of Ghari Youth Welfare Association at Ghari Makha Leikai.The ceremony, organised by Rozer Irom Memorial Trust, Imphal and family members, was also accompani..

Impostors sent to jail

By Our Staff ReporterIMPHAL, Mar 20: The three impostors who pretended to be Jay Shah, s/o Union Home Minister Amit Shah and sought a huge donation through a phone call from Manipur Legislative Assembly Speaker Th Satyabrata and promised the post of Chief..

Villagers reel under deplorable road

Mungchan ZimikUkhrul, Mar 20 : Villagers of Ningthi are grappling with the deplorable condition of the PMGSY road which has been abandoned for more than six years by the department concerned and contractor, Headman, NS Shimray has alleged.Accusing the aut..

Students protest transfer of teachers

IMPHAL, Mar 20: Protesting an order issued by the Department of Higher and Technical Education Commissioner on March 18 whereby six teachers of DM College of Teachers’ Education (DMCTE) were transferred away, students of the college today blocked ro..

"Tamhourabi Kwatha" released

IMPHAL, Mar 20 : A patriotic music video entitled, "Tamhourabi Kwatha" was released at KUMECS Cinema, Kakwa on Wednesday.The music video is dedicated to Late Konthoujam Ibochouba. The video release ceremony was attended by Film Forum Manipur chairman Laim..

No hydrocarbon discoveries in Manipur, says MoS

IMPHAL, Mar 20 : Union Minister of State for Petroleum and Natural Gas, Suresh Gopi has said that the Government's survey in Tamenglong, Jiribam and Churachandpur in 2010, aimed at identifying oil and gas deposits, yielded no hydrocarbon discoveries.This..

ECI gears up for enhanced elector participation

IMPHAL, Mar 20 : The Election Commission of India (ECI) led by CEC Gyanesh Kumar along with Election Commissioners Dr Sukhbir Singh Sandhu and Dr Vivek Joshi, has put the entire election machinery right up to the BLO level on a path firmly on course for p..

Mushroom cultivation project launched

Senapati, Mar 19: In an exciting initiative that promotes sustainable livelihoods and empowers local communities, a mushroom cultivation project was launched on Monday at Chumai village. This project is a collaborative effort between Chumai Youth & St..

No headway as Kukis insist on ‘Separate State’

NEW DELHI, Mar 13 With the body of a youth kill-ed in Manipur’s Kuki-domi- nated Kangpokpi on March 8 finally handed over to his family, authorities there said Wednesday they expect protests and blockade in the district to end soon.However, the road..

Junta urges Mizoram Assembly and BJP MP to avoid actions harming bilateral ties

Ukhrul, March 13 The Myanmar Junta has urged Indian politicians to avoid self-interested actions that could harm bilateral relations. Junta spokesman Major General Zaw Min Tun emphasized the need to respect Myanmar’s sove-reignty and stated that Mya..

Names of 30 displaced families vanish from relief camp records

By Our Staff ReporterIMPHAL, Mar 13 : In a shocking turn of events, over 30 internally displaced fami-lies in Kangchup have found themselves in an even more precarious situation after their names reportedly vani-shed from relief camp records.Stranded and..

Mall Road fades into oblivion

By Our Staff ReporterIMPHAL, Mar 13: Not long ago, Mall Road was lit with lights and people strolling on it to gaze at its beauty. Now, the road, constructed under Imphal Smart City Mission, has lost all its shine.Constructed strictly as a pedestrian road..

Kwatha: A Meitei stronghold navigating conflict at border

Kolkata, Mar 13 Nestled in the serene hills of Tengnoupal district, Kwatha village is a picturesque ham-let in Manipur, located about 16 to 18 km from Moreh, the Indo-Myanmar border town.Unlike most Meitei settlements, which are found on the plains, Kwath..

Natl Deworming Day launched

By Our Staff ReporterIMPHAL, Mar 13 : As part of the National Deworming Day, the first round of giving deworming medicine to children aged 1 to 19 years was launched today.The launching programme of the National Deworming Day was jointly organised by the..

Consultation prog flags rising pollution level of rivers

By Our Staff ReporterIMPHAL, Mar 13: Buil-ding large dams over major rivers of the State has under-mined the indigenous peo- ples' relationship with the rivers and added to their hardships, said Yumnam Jiten, secretary, Centre for Research and Advocacy (C..

KZC calls off shutdown

IMPHAL, Mar 13:  The Kuki Zo-Council (KZC) has called off its indefinite shutdown, which began on March 8 midnight, in response to the Centre's peace initiative allowing free movement across the State.KZC, in a statement signed by its information sec..

Naga MLAs call on Guv

IMPHAL, Mar 13: Six State legislators called on Gover-nor Ajay Kumar Bhalla at Raj Bhavan today and apprised him about various issues faced by the common people.Speaking to the Governor, the six MLAs, namely, Awangbow Newmai, Kha-shim Vashum, Losii Dikho,..

WY tablets seized

IMPHAL, Mar 13: Assam Rifles intercepted an illegal consignment of WY tablets worth approximately Rs 1.23 crore in the international market at the Mobile Vehicle Check Post (MVCP) in New Shijang, Moreh on March 12.During a routine check, noting the rider'..

One found dead

IMPHAL, Mar 13: One 34 year old man was found dead at the office of Ema Minu Lairembi Semgat Sagatpa Lup, Minuthong West near MMTA, Imphal East at around 8 am today. The deceased has been identified as Kshetrimayum Boynao Singh (34) s/o late Ksh Kumar Sin..

Holi greetings

IMPHAL, Mar 13: Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla, Speaker of Manipur Legislative Assembly Th Satyabrata and Singjamei AC MLA Y Khemchand have conveyed their greetings to the people of Manipur on the occasion of Yaoshang festival.In a message, the Governor said..

Ukhrul hosts campaign on Watershed Yatra

Mungchan Zimik.Ukhrul: Mar 13:  The one day outreach campaign on Watershed and Springshed management under Watershed Yatra of WDC-PKMSY 2.0 was held today at DRDA Hall, Mini Secretariat Complex, Ukhrul.Deputy Commissioner of Ukhrul, Asish Das who att..

Family seeks justice for deceased

By Our Staff reporterIMPHAL, Mar 13 : The birth family of Late Thokchom (O) Matouleibi have appealed for justice for the deceased 40 year old before her Lanna Thouram is solemnised on March 19.Notably, Matouleibi was found dead on the steps of a community..

MLA inaugurates community hall

IMPHAL, Mar 13 : Sagolband AC MLA RK Imo Singh inaugurated a newly constructed double storey Sayang Singlup Community Hall at Sayang on Wednesday.The inaugural function was attended by Corporators of Ward No 10 & 7, Salam Tiken Singh and RK Jiten Sing..

SBI Imphal completes Uniform CSR Programme

SBI Imphal completes Uniform CSR Programme..

Nongmaithem Tombi condoled

By Our Staff ReporterIMPHAL, Mar 13 : The Critics Forum Manipur, Patriotic Writers Forum (PAWF), Manipuri Department, Manipur University, Cultural Forum Manipur and Thoubal Writer's Association have extended heartfelt condolences upon the passing of notab..

Rs 1 Cr sanctioned for pig compensation

By Our Staff ReporterIMPHAL, Mar 13: The Government of India has sanctioned Rs one crore for payment of compensation for pigs killed by African Swine Fever in Manipur in 2023.This was stated by Veterinary and Animal Husbandry Services Secretary Michael Ac..

AMMDO to hold rally on April 13

IMPHAL, Mar 13 : To promote unity, the All Manipur Meitei Pangal Development Organisation (AMMDO) will be organising a rally on April 14, 2025.In a release, AMMDO highlighted the close bond between the communities residing in Manipur since ages, especiall..

World Heart Day observed; National Deworming Day launched

DIO-IPRKakching, Mar 13: The District Administration Kakching in collaboration with District Health Society organised World Heart Day at Ayushman Arogya Mandir (AAM), Public Health Centre, Serou, Kakching district.The programme was attended by Rohit Anand..

Arms, ammo seized

IMPHAL, Mar 13: A number of arms and ammu-nition were recovered during a cordon and search operation carried out by a combined team of CRPF’s Sector QAT, Range QAT, 189 QAT, 69 Bn, 109 Bn, 169 Bn, 34 Bn QAT, 86 Bn, 143 Bn QAT, SHO Lamsang and Imphal..

Shutdown continues to hit life in hill areas

Imphal, Mar 12 Normal life continued to remain affected in the Kuki-Zo areas of Manipur for the fourth day on Wednesday due to the indefinite shutdown called by the Kuki-Zo Council (KZC), to protest the resumption of the bus services between State capital..

Cong MLA picks hole in budget

By Our Staff ReporterIMPHAL, Mar 12 : In a sharp criticism, Congress MLA Okram Surjakumar has stated that there is nothing to expect from the Manipur Budget for 2025-26 tabled in Parliament.Addressing the media at his official residence at Babupara today,..

NE a gem of India : Shah

By Our Staff ReporterIMPHAL, Mar 12 : Union Home Minister Amit Shah has described North East India as a "priceless gem of Indian culture" due to its unique diversity and rich cultural heritage.He made the statement at the closing ceremony of the  thr..

Kachai Lemon, Tml Orange to come as energy drinks, candies

By Our Staff ReporterIMPHAL, Mar 12 : Famed Kachai Lemon and Tamenglong Orange will soon be available in the market in the form of energy drinks and gummy candies.Kachai Lemon and Tamenglong Orange are two Geographical Indication (GI) tagged citrus fruits..

Glaucoma caution sounded

By Our Staff ReporterImphal, Mar 12 : Emphasising the alarming prevalence of vision loss due to glaucoma, Health Director Dr Chambo Gonmei has called for a collaborative effort to prevent/control the disease.Glaucoma is a chronic eye disease that can dama..

Rs 500 Cr corpus marked for Manipur

New Delhi, Mar 12 Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Tuesday (March 11, 2025) announced a corpus of Rs 500 crore to establish a contingency fund in strife-torn Manipur.“We are providing all possible financial assistance for the faster recovery o..

NPO speaks out against shutdown

Our CorrespondentSenapati, Mar 12 : Strongly condemning the ongoing indefinite shutdown imposed by the Kuki-Zo Council, the Naga People's Organisation (NPO) has urged the Government to lift the shutdown within 24 hours.In a statement, NPO stated that the..

Deworming Day

IMPHAL, Mar 12 : The Child Health Division of State Health Society, National Health Mission (NHM) and the Directorate of Health Services is all set to launch the 1st Round of National Deworming Day, 2025 tomorrow with a target of administering deworming t..

Plastic bottle banks

IMPHAL, Mar 12 : Professor N Lokendra Singh, Vice-Chancellor, Manipur University has inaugurated and handed over the plastic bottle banks installed at three of the University's adopted villages at Langthabal Chingthak, Langthabal Chingkha and Langthabal K..