THOUNA Manipur has expressed deep condolences over the untimely demise of its secretary Moirangthem Noren, who passed away on November 20 morning In a condolence note, THOUNA Manipur informed that a condolence meeting was held at the Kakching Ningthou Leikai residence of Kshetrimayum Noren during which those gathered observed a two minute silence as a mark of respect to the departed soul and prayed for his soul to rest in peace in the heavenly abode THOUNA also shared the grief and sorrow of the

In an order issued on Tuesday, Director General of Police DGP Rajiv Singh, announced the immediate transfer and posting of three inspectors of Manipur police department According to the order, Inspectors Heisnam Sanjoy has been transferred as the OC of Lamsang police station, Mayengbam Roshan as the OC of Lamlai PS, and Ningombam Tikendra assigned to the Vigilance department The respective SPs have been instructed to take necessary actions to implement the changes and submit compliance reports S

Eight more companies of CAPF four each BSF and CRPF, and a Mahila battalion of CRPF sent by the Centre to contain violence in the state have reached the state as of Wednesday evening All the CAPF personnel airlifted in Indian Air Force aircrafts landed at Imphal international airport The Ministry of Home Affairs had decided to send 50 more companies of CAPF to Manipur in view of the escalation of violence in the state out of which six companies arrived here on Tuesday Source Chronicle News Servi

A team of the Indian Railways assessed the operational preparedness of the Khongshang railway station on Wednesday The team including maintenance crew of railways tracks comprising engineers and the commander of Railway Protection Force arrived at the station at 12 20 pm in a special double coach train from Silchar, Assam Following the inspection, the team left Khongshang station at 1 51 pm on the same day Meanwhile, the Khongshang railway station master Sinreap Gangmei informed that a goods tra

Eenat Yokkhat Lup observed its third foundation day at Ibudhou Puruksoubi Laiphamlen today The event was attended by Dr Lourembam Surjit, Deputy Registrar, Manipur University of Culture Ngangom Punsiba Luwang, vice president, EYL and Okram Manglem Meetei, president, Apunba Manipur Huyen Lanlong Lup AMHLL as the presidium members On the occasion, EYL constituted five new Loishang offices , namely, Thang Ta Loishang, Pena Loishang, Pung Loishang, Jagoi Loishang and Meetei Eeshei Loishang EYL membe

United Club of Yaiskul has appealed against misusing the Club's name in activities concerning State related issues in the area of Yaiskul Ward No 14 in a press note issued today Source The Sangai Express

A reqent Cabinet resolution has drawn sharp criticism from the Committee on Tribal Unity CoTU , which has accused the State Government of being complicit in the ongoing conflict CoTU asserted that the resolutions taken yesterday has sparked tension It claimed that the resolutions taken in absence of 10 Kuki MLAs include contentious measures such as the withdrawal of AFSPA from areas under six police stations and the abrogation of SoO agreement signed with Kuki Zo outfits Source The Sangai Expres

Assam Rifles during a routine search operation along a jungle route near Zoum nuom, Tengnoupal district, discovered a concealed packet containing 20,000 tablets of WY drugs, weighing approximately two kg on November 15 In a release, PRO IGAR S informed that the seized narcotics, valued at an estimated Rs 60 lakh in the Indian market, highlight a significant effort in curbing the flow of illegal substances The drugs were promptly handed over to the Customs Department for further investigation and

Uyok Chingya Club on Tuesday organised a felicitation function in honour of 17 year old W Devraj Singh, who clinched the gold medal at the 2024 Asian Thai Boxing Championship, in Under 17 53 kg weight The championship held in Goa from November 15 to 17, was organised by Thai Boxing India Federation TBIF Devraj, s o W Inaoba Singh and Romabati Devi, demonstrated exceptional skills and determination to outshine competitors from across Asia His achievement highlighted the potentials and dedication

Lamlai Development Committee in a general body meeting has urged all civil society organizations, NGOs and various other groups in the State to unite and work together to protect and safeguard the territorial integrity of Manipur A release issued by Lamlai Development Committee LDC has stated that the, people with the meira paibis and executive members of various clubs, have decided to join hands to collectively participate in any issues that arise in the State The Committee has also resolved to

Khangabok Apunba Meira Paibi Lup seized and burnt various dice Lagao sets today at Khangabok Lamlong Bazar Elangbam Sanatombi Devi, joint secretary of Khangabok Apunba Meira Paibi Lup said that the dice sets were seized from different areas of Khangabok area for flouting the prohibition placed by the Lup against engaging in such activities The Lup further warned all liquor vendors and coffee shops in the area to close before 8 pm Source The Sangai Express

With Manipur initiating an inquiry into the confrontation in Jiribam on Sunday, Col Retd Nectar Sanjenbam, Senior SP Combat , has been relieved of his duties In an official order, it was stated that following an inquiry into confrontation between the Special Commando Team led by Col Retd Nectar Sanjenbam, Senior SP Combat , and the protestors near Jiribam Police Station on Sunday, which led to the death of one student and injuries to another, the Senior SP Combat has been relieved of his duties

Close on the heels of the gruesome murder of six innocent hostages including three minor children and three women by Kuki Zo Hmar terrorists after they were abducted from Jiribam, Kuki terrorists fired a pompi bomb at Kadangband Part I at around 1 20 pm today Sources said that the pompi bomb was fired from the hill range located at the western side of Kadangband Part I The pompi bomb exploded but there was no report of any casualty Security forces fired a few rounds of bullets toward the directi

CRPF DG Anish Dayal Singh arrived here today to take stock of the situation in the State Sources said that the CRPF DG is visiting the State at the instruction of MHA Anish Dayal discussed the security situation with officers of different CRPF battalions posted in different parts of Manipur through video conferencing Source The Sangai Express

Divisional Forest Officer DFO , Chandel organised a Children's Day celebration, along with an awareness programme and a 'Rachana' writing competition, at JNV Chandel on Friday The event was attended by DFO Dr N Munal Meitei and JNV principal Amarson Sankhil as members on the dais Around 1500 Students participated in the event, with 148 students of class IX and X taking part in spot Rachana writing competition under the theme Children and Mother Nature Source Chronicle News Service

The Manipur Hill Journalists Union MHJU has condoled the demise of its founder president L Chinkhanlian 65 today Chinkhanlian was the Editor of Manipur Express a Paite daily In its message, MHJU said that Chinkhanlian was one of the pioneers of journalism in the hill districts of Manipur He will be fondly remembered and cherished in our memories forever , the Union said Source The Sangai Express

The 2nd Kekrebam Sanaton Singh Memorial Best Journalist Award 2024 will be conferred upon RK Chandra Sana and Elangbam Ojitkumar alias Mushuk According to a press release issued by Jiri News Network, RK Chandra Sana is the Jiri correspondent at North East Window TV NEw Tv while Elangbam Ojitkumar is a staff reporter at Impact TV Due to the current volatile situation in Jiribam, the award distribution ceremony which was slated to be held on November 20 has been postponed tentatively The award com

Meira paibis staged a sit in protest in front of Jiribam police station this afternoon against the transfer of Jiribam OC Sagabam Ibotombi Singh As per the transfer order issued by DGP Rajiv Singh yesterday, the Jiribam OC has been ordered to serve as Inspector at MPTC, Pangei Calling for Sagabam Ibotombi Singh to remain as Jiribam OC, a protestor reasoned that the OC works diligently and in cooperation with the people of Jiribam Source The Sangai Express

Imphal Book Fair IBF Organising Committee has invited applications from intending reputed book firms companies agencies for booking stalls for the 31st Imphal Book Fair, 2024 scheduled hold from December 15 to 24 at State Central Library, Imphal, and Manipur State Archives campus In a release, State Central Library chief librarian RK Urmila Devi Informed that the registration for booking stalls will be opened from November 15 till December 5 Source Chronicle News Service

Unidentified persons looted gold and cash, took away key of XUV from a house in Soibam Leikai under Porompat Police Station on Thursday evening According to a police report, three persons barged into the house of one Arambam Dinamani 70 s o near Soibam Leikai Citizens' Club around 8 30pm and looted gold one san , Rs 15,000 cash and the XUV key Porompat PS has registered a case and investigation is underway br br p Source Chronicle News Service

James Heigrujam has been conferred with the first Irom Nabakanta Memorial Award by Irom Nabakanta Singh Memorial Trust during the 54th foundation day celebration of Leimayol Arts Centre, Chingamakha on Friday The award handed over by RD and PR minister Yumnam Khemchand included cash prize of Rs 10,000, citation, certificate, shawl and a stole Speaking at the programme, Trust president Irom Pradeep informed that the award has been conferred to James Heigrujam in recognition of his contribution as

Thoubal District VDF Welfare Association extended financial assistance of Rs 2 5 lakh to the family of late VDF member Lukram Neghachandra Singh of Thoubal Ningombam, on Friday According to a statement, the assistance drawn from the VDF relief fund, was handed over to Neghachandra' wife Abe Devi by members of the Welfare Association in the presence of Thoubal Senior SP Rakesh Balwal, CDO OC K Nitaranjan Singh, RO to senior SP Shankardas Mangang and sub inspector Shamu Source Chronicle News

The Zomi Students' Federation ZSF general headquarters has shut down two shops in Old Bazar area, Churachandpur town for allowing CRPF personnel purchase goods amidst the ongoing non cooperation movement The shops are Rakesh Variety Store and Rajban Shah Pan Store, both opened at Old bazar Meanwhile, the ZSF warned that any shops found not complying with the boycott and non cooperation against CRPF will face drastic actions Source Chronicle News Service Kaimuanthang Mangte

he Thoubal Amasung Kakching District Apunba Lup TAKDAL has condemned the silence of Security Advisor Kuldiep Singh in the face of escalating violence against civilians by suspected Kuki militants A press release issued by Dr Y Bhagyachandra Singh, chairman, TAKDAL has also appealed for the safe release of the three children and three women who were abducted from Jiribam on November 11 TAKDAL also pointed out arson of many homes, unresolved cases of missing persons and the heinous killing of a wo

Two staff reporters of The Sangai Express Sapam Aruna Devi and Moirangthem Khagemba Meetei have been selected for the Manipur State Journalist Award 2024 Sapam Aruna Devi has been selected for the award for her excellent reportage on Science and Technology Then a Reporter of Sanaleibak daily, Moirangthem Khagemba Meetei was selected for the award in the rural reporting category The two are among 8 eight journalists selected for the award in different categories Source The Sangai Express

The Manipur State Council of CPI CPI MSC has asserted that the reimposition of AFSPA in six new areas of Manipur is a revelation of the fascist ideals of the BJP CPI MSC, in a statement, said that AFSPA was removed from several areas under the jurisdiction of 19 police stations following a widespread movement by the people Reiterating that reimposition of AFSPA by the Ministry of Home Affairs is nothing but revelation of the fascist ideals of the BJP, the Left party said that the Centre reimposi

Sangai Youth Tobacco Free and Educational Organization SYTFEO in collaboration with New Era Higher Secondary School, Thoubal today observed World No Tobacco Day under the theme Protecting Children from Tobacco Industry Interference at the school campus of New Era Higher Secondary School, Thoubal Wangmataba Students, teachers and staff from various institutes of Thoubal district were given awareness on the health impacts of using tobacco products The event was attended by Yumnam Satyajeet, design

Kangleipak Kanba Lup KKL Manipur set up its Sugnu Kendra Branch Office at Wangoo Shandangkhong on November 13 As per a press note issued by Luwangcha U Ngamkheingakpa, secretary, KKL, the inauguration ceremony was graced by KKL advisors, secretaries, members and senior citizens, meira paibis and local club members br br p Source The Sangai Express

Assam Rifles intercepted a total of 53 trucks transporting illegally sourced Areca nuts worth over Rs 70 crores in four separate operations across Tengnoupal district yesterday Based on reliable intelligence, the first operation in Narum led to the seizure of 3,400 bags of areca nuts, valued at Rs 23 crore, as per a press note issued by IGAR S In Sita village, 255 bags weighing approximately 20,400 kg and valued at Rs 1 76 crore were confiscated Another operation in RRC village recovered 400 bag

A JAC in connection with the brutal killing of Laishram Barel Meitei and Maibam Kesho Meitei by Kuki terrorist in Jakuradhor Lamlong Keithel in Jiribam district on November 11, has been formed Along with forming the Joint Action Committee with Yurembam Joy Singh as convenor, it also resolved to demand immediate arrest and punishment of the culprits within 72 hours compensation to families of the victims before conduct of religious rituals government job to surviving member of the victims' f

The 3rd general conference of Senapati District Women's Association SDWA is scheduled to be held on November 16 under the theme, Women of Optimism at the multi purpose hall, Senapati Apart from cultural items to be showcased during the cultural session, Koshoni Phimu, who is deputy secretary GAD MA MI SW CAD, will deliver a lecture on Cultural impact on women today In view of the conference to be held in the district headquarters, Senapati District Women s Association has appealed all not t

The 24 hour total shutdown called by 13 CSOs against the state government's alleged failure to prevent attacks carried out by Kuki militants, affected normal life in Thoubal areas on Wednesday Major markets wore deserted looks while vehicles stayed off the road, educational institutions and banks downed shutters for the day, and staff attendance in government offices was notably low Source Chronicle News Service

Timely arrival of Manipur Fire Service helped prevent further spread of fire to nearby places in Kangchung Chingkhong, Imphal West A release issued by Manipur Fire Service stated that, upon receiving information that 4, 5 houses in Kangchup Chingkhong were set ablaze by suspected Kuki militants, a total number of three fire tenders rushed to the spot and stopped the fire from spreading further Source The Sangai Express

The Assam Rifles conducted a motivational lecture at Kwatha High School in Tengnoupal district today As per a press note issued by IGAR S , the lecture was aimed at guiding students on avenues to join the Indian Army and Assam Rifles The session sought to inspire students to contribute to nation building by pursuing a career in the armed forces Approximately 28 students and 6 teachers attended the lecture, actively engaging in discussions and learning about potential career paths in the defence

The next tripartite talk involving the governments of India and Manipur with the United Naga Council UNC has been rescheduled to November 29 in Senapati district Earlier, the talk was planned for November 15 during the last talk held in New Delhi on October 11 However, the date has been rescheduled to November 29 on account of certain official engagements on both the Ministry of Home Affairs and the UNC The meeting is scheduled to start from 10 am onwards in Senapati as per a notice sent by Mini

Dr Moirangthem Nara Singh, a junior physicist at Regional Institute of Medical Sciences, Manipur has been awarded the prestigious AMPI Meritorious Medical Physicist Award at the 45th AMPICON annual conference held at Hyderabad The award is given to physicist who are doing commendable job with the limited resource at rural areas The award carries a cash prize and certificate Dr Moirangthem Nara hails from Thoubal Nongamkhong Bamol Leirak and is the youngest son of Late Moirangthem Biradra and Moi

Apex Career Institute, Kakching felicitated four students of the Institute who successfully cleared the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test NEET today During a simple function held at the Institute, gifts were presented to the four students on behalf of the teachers and students of Apex Career Institute Three out of the four students were selected to study MBBS while one was selected to study Ayush Source The Sangai Express

Thang Ta has been introduced as a subject at Tangjengningthou Flower's School, Thoubal Tangjeng under the aegis of Kanglei Indigenous Martial Arts Cultural Society KIMACS According to a release issued by KIMACS, a simple function was held at Tangjengningthou Flower's School on November 9, 2024 to mark the opening of Thang Ta as a subject The function was attended by KIMACS sintakpurel teacher Ranabir Chungkham, principal and authorities of Tangjengningthou Flower's School Source T

The Khangjeng Repertory Theatre organised a 1 Day Theatre Workshop at Chingkhei Cheirao Ching, Imphal East yesterday on the theme, Beauty of Nature Speaking on the occasion, Khangjeng Repertory Theatre senior artist Nepram Dhanapati elaborated on the intricate relationship between humans and nature He asserted that artists have been inspired by nature for centuries, and continue to do so today During the workshop, artists also performed an on the spot theatre play taking inspiration from what th

Bamdiyar Chingmang Women Association BCWA has resolved to ban selling and consumption of any kind of intoxicating substances in the area Nongmaithem Ibeyaima, president of Bamdiyar Chingmang Association, in a meeting held at Manipur Press Club warned all the alcohol sellers in the area to close by 7 pm Anyone defying the association resolution must bear the consequences for their actions, said Ibeyaima She further urged all the people of the locality to support and cooperate the association reso

The Assam Rifles organised A Day with Company Commander event at Rana Top on November 8 bringing together locals from Aishi and Khulmunlen villages for a day of engagement and entertainment The event featured a dog show and various fun games designed for participants of all ages Residents from Aishi and Khulmunlen villages enthusiastically joined in the festivities, contributing to the vibrant spirit of the occasion The day concluded with a prize distribution ceremony for the winners of the game

A free medical eye care camp was organised at Khangabok Mayai Leikai today Trio Development Club Khangabok Mayai Leikai and Medical Health Eye Care jointly organised the camp While 120 people attended the camp, it provided special benefits to elderly persons above 70 years of age Source The Sangai Express

Veterinary Dispensary Nungaipokpi and Village Volunteer Force VVF Nungbrang jointly organised an anti rabies vaccination programme at Nungbrang village The programme was organised under the aegis of the District Veterinary Animals Husbandry, Imphal East More than 50 dogs and cats were vaccinated during the programme Source The Sangai Express

20 beneficiaries of Heirok Handloom Cluster have signed bond agreements for construction of individual handloom work sheds The bond was signed between the beneficiaries, Heirok Handloom Cluster Development Executive, Thokchom ongbi Bidiyaluxmi, wife of Heirok MLA and Heirok BJP Mandal president Th Chourajit Singh Earlier, a total of 135 beneficiaries have signed similar agreements for construction of individual handloom work sheds Source The Sangai Express

Federal Students' Organisation, Kangleipak FESOK has cautioned the Department of Education S on its move to appoint Chairman of BOSEM vide notification dated October 24, 2024 Fesok in a statement said, BOSEM is an important examination conducting body which can decide the fate of a student The Government must appoint the Chairman based on the criteria mentioned in the notification with vast years of experience and can work sincerely for the welfare of the students without any political infl

An elderly man died after he was hit by a Maruti van MN 04P 0583 at Sora Irengband Lamkhai along NH 102 Imphal Moreh road on Saturday around 7 30 pm The victim has been identified as Md Serajuddin 65 , son of late Md Meino of Sora Karanchi Awang Leikai, presently living at a rented accommodation at Sora Bazar According to reports, the victim was on foot when he was struck by the van coming from northern direction He was taken to Jivan Hospital, Kakching for treatment but succumbed to his injurie

Charred body of a suspected woman was found today at Iroipat Loukal near Thambalnu Keithel under Andro police station A team of Andro police investigated the area after they were informed that a corpse was detected inside a paddy stack at around 7 30 am The unidentified person has a slim build, about 154 cm tall and wore blue jeans The body has been deposited at JNIMS mortuary after a case was registered at Andro police station Source The Sangai Express

Manipur State Power Company Limited MSPCL has informed all concerned that the 33 11 KV Keishampat Substation will be under shutdown on November 10, 2024 from 8 00 am to 11 00 am for repairing of 33 KV Isolator of Transformer No III, 11 KV Current Transformer secondary terminal connection and Power Cable connection Consumers from Tiddim Road, Sagolband, Wahengbam Leikai and Paona Keithel will not get the power supply during the aforementioned hours Source The Sangai Express

Babina Diagnostics, the leading diagnostic laboratory in the Northeast, celebrated its 41st Foundation Day by conducting free testing for Kidney and Diabetes on Saturday Free testing services were offered to the public for the following tests Kidney Screening Test Urea creatinine and Diabetes Screening Test Blood Glucose Fasting or Random at Babina Diagnostics, Main Lab, Soibam Leikai, Imphal East, said a release issued by Babina Diagnostics The community focused event provided selective target

The Office of the Principal Chief Conservator of Forest HoFF, Government of Manipur has informed all the candidates that due to disturbance in Law Order situation in Bishnupur District, the Forest Guard Recruitment Examination, 2024 which was scheduled to be held on November 10, 2024 at various centres in the State has been postponed until further orders The exam was scheduled to be conducted at various centres in two shifts i e , for Regular Morning 9 00am to 11 00 am Contract Evening 1 00 pm t