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Jimmy Leivon

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Manipur-bound truck set ablaze in Nagaland following Mao-Southern Angami tensionSubscriber Only

December 17, 2022 20:45 IST

The incident came in the wake of the ‘ban’ imposed by the Southern Angami Public Organisation (SAPO) on members of the Mao tribe of Manipur from entering the Southern Angami-dominated area in Nagaland since December 15.

Sat, Dec 17, 2022

Manipur govt to set up memorial park for fallen soldiers of Indian Armed ForcesSubscriber Only

December 16, 2022 20:02 IST

Speaking during the state observance of Vijay Diwas, CM Biren Singh also highlighted the state’s achievement of being identified as one of the 'most improved states' for three consecutive years.

Fri, Dec 16, 2022

Nupi Lal Day: Manipur Forest Minister Biswajit Singh leads state-level function in ImphalSubscriber Only

December 12, 2022 20:18 IST

The day is observed to honour women who participated in the Nupi Lal uprising against the British rulers in 1939.

Mon, Dec 12, 2022

Manipur: School headmaster suspended for failing to provide midday meals to studentsSubscriber Only

December 09, 2022 18:54 IST

An official statement issued by the Manipur education department said a complaint was received that proper midday meals under the PM-POSHAN scheme were not being given to the students of Sora High School.

Fri, Dec 09, 2022

Manipur: Nearly Rs 890 crore funds for centrally sponsored schemes remain unutilisedSubscriber Only

December 04, 2022 19:43 IST

In the health sector, Rs 177 crore meant for health and medical education was yet to be utilised.

Sun, Dec 04, 2022

Manipur to start door-to-door testing for AIDS, says CM Biren SinghSubscriber Only

December 01, 2022 18:34 IST

Speaking at an event to mark World AIDS Day, CM Biren Singh said although the rate of infection has been relatively down, efforts should be made to spread awareness among the people on how to fight the infection.

Thu, Dec 01, 2022

2 IRB jawans from Manipur killed in poll-bound GujaratSubscriber Only

November 27, 2022 23:32 IST

The affected jawans, who were part of a contingent that went to Gujarat for election duty, were stationed inside a cyclone centre.

Sun, Nov 27, 2022

Plans to start international flights to Mandalay, Bangkok: Manipur CMSubscriber Only

November 24, 2022 22:07 IST

“Works are in progress to further develop the airport, including a new integrated terminal and an air cargo terminal, to consolidate the air connectivity infrastructure in the state”

Thu, Nov 24, 2022

Manipur Sangai festival begins amid fanfareSubscriber Only

November 21, 2022 22:09 IST

Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh said the festival is celebrated as the ‘Festival of Oneness’ to encourage a sense of belongingness, and pride in ownership of the land among the people.

Mon, Nov 21, 2022

Manipur all set to host its biggest tourism festival from MondaySubscriber Only

November 20, 2022 23:00 IST

The 11th edition of the 10-day-long festival will be inaugurated by Union Tourism Minister G Kishan Reddy at Moirang Khunou in Bishnupur district. The theme for this year’s edition is ‘Festival of Oneness’.

Sun, Nov 20, 2022

Manipur CM Biren Singh kicks off first ‘sagol kangjei’ championshipSubscriber Only

November 18, 2022 22:36 IST

Singh also launches Sagol Tongba Police, a team of mounted personnel, to promote Manipuri ponies.

Fri, Nov 18, 2022

Manipur: 31 militants belonging to four groups lay down armsSubscriber Only

November 16, 2022 19:46 IST

Chief Minister N Biren Singh appeals to security forces to cooperate with the government’s initiative to bring members of underground groups to the mainstream.

Wed, Nov 16, 2022

Manipur bans controversial book on state’s history, says it can ignite communal strifeSubscriber Only

November 14, 2022 20:53 IST

The book written by a retired CRPF brigadier claims that the princely state had comprised only 700 square miles of the valley area when merged with India, implying that the hill areas—inhabited by Naga, Kuki and other tribes—had not been part of the state.

Mon, Nov 14, 2022

Telangana man staying in Manipur for 9 years arrested for not possessing ILPSubscriber Only

November 10, 2022 21:26 IST

Rihan Khan was produced before a local court which ordered his deportation to his native state after paying a fine of Rs 1,000.

Thu, Nov 10, 2022

Myanmar national impersonating dead Manipur man arrestedSubscriber Only

November 09, 2022 20:58 IST

The Assam Rifles also arrested another person on charges of assisting the Myanmar national to enter Indian territory.

Wed, Nov 09, 2022

Manipur: Militant involved in ambush that killed Indian Army colonel and family arrestedSubscriber Only

November 05, 2022 23:30 IST

Police said the MNPF cadre was arrested on Saturday from Yaingangpokpi junction, Imphal East, near an oil pump at around 10.30 am.

Sat, Nov 05, 2022

Manipur records surge in dengue cases; second highest tally till date, says ministerSubscriber Only

November 04, 2022 22:04 IST

The state had recorded its highest-ever dengue count in 2019 with 359 cases being reported.

Fri, Nov 04, 2022

Amur falcons begin to arrive in Manipur after travelling over 20,000 kmSubscriber Only

October 29, 2022 21:30 IST

The Tamenglong district administration has banned airguns as well as hunting, catching, killing and selling the migratory bird.

Sat, Oct 29, 2022

Manipur: BJP suspends former MLA for ‘violating’ party rulesSubscriber Only

October 21, 2022 21:08 IST

Former MLA L Radhakishore had filed a petition in the High Court of Manipur challenging an order appointing Wabagai MLA Usham Deben as chairman of the Manipur Pollution Control Board.

Fri, Oct 21, 2022

State will soon introduce mounted police to promote Manipuri ponies: CM Biren SinghSubscriber Only

October 19, 2022 21:35 IST

Chief Minister N Biren Singh was speaking during the 131st Manipur Police Raising Day celebration held at the parade ground of the 1st Manipur Rifles battalion, Imphal.

Wed, Oct 19, 2022

Manipur to intensify drive against illegal immigrants, launch ‘house-to-house’ surveySubscriber Only

October 16, 2022 22:33 IST

Biren Singh said the influx of immigrants has reached an alarming stage in Manipur. He added that around 613 persons without valid documents and ILP (Inner Line Permit) passes were arrested till Saturday.

Sun, Oct 16, 2022

No govt jobs, benefits for family with over four children: Manipur CabinetSubscriber Only

October 14, 2022 18:26 IST

The Manipur Assembly had unanimously adopted a private member's resolution to establish the population commission in the recently concluded budget session.

Fri, Oct 14, 2022

Manipur CM Biren Singh: 48 foreigners held in drive against illegal immigrantsSubscriber Only

October 13, 2022 22:09 IST

Twenty-four people suspected to be either Bangladeshi Muslims or Rohingya were picked up from Imphal East on Wednesday, Singh wrote on Facebook.

Thu, Oct 13, 2022

Manipur journalists hold sit-in protest over threats by militant outfitSubscriber Only

October 12, 2022 21:25 IST

Wednesday’s protest was a part of the cease-work strike launched by both electronic and print media since Monday following threats by a militant outfit.

Wed, Oct 12, 2022

Media houses in Manipur in protest mode over militant threatsSubscriber Only

October 11, 2022 22:30 IST

Manipur journalists will hold a sit-in demonstration Wednesday as a mark of protest against the intimidation by a militant outfit over the publication of a news item. This is the second time that the media houses in Manipur had to resort to a cease-work strike.

Tue, Oct 11, 2022