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8th Thingujam O Nganbi Devi Memorial Football Tournament Kicks Off
The 8th edition of the Thingujam O Nganbi Devi Memorial Football Tournament, organised by the Social Workers' Congress SWC , commenced today at the SWC Ground, Khongman, under the theme Football Development and Grooming Leadership The tournament is sponsored by the Thingujam O Nganbi Devi Memorial Trust Speaking at the inaugural function, Thingujam Oxford, an intending candidate of the 5 Thongju Assembly Constituency, underscored the importance of discipline for both players and students, while also stressing the need for maintaining good health He noted that sports play a vital role in society and described Manipur as a powerhouse in the field of sports br br table align center cellpadding 5 width 610 tbody tr td table class capbox width 100 tbody tr td img width 600 src https www e pao org galleries images News Related 2026 03 Nganbi 20260321 jpg border 1 alt 8th Thingujam O Nganbi Devi Memorial Football Tournament td tr tr td align center 8th Thingujam O Nganbi Devi Memorial Football Tournament td tr tbody table td tr tbody table br br He praised the participation of 14 teams in the tournament and expressed confidence that such events would inspire young boys and girls to actively engage in sports, thereby sustaining the state's reputation as a leading sporting hub in the country Highlighting challenges faced by athletes amid the ongoing conflict, he pointed out that many players are unable to travel by road, while financial constraints prevent some families from affording air travel, depriving young talents of opportunities He also emphasised the importance of preserving playgrounds for future generations Thingujam Oxford further informed that the memorial trust was established in honour of his grandmother, late Thingujam Ongbi Nganbi Devi, who passed away on September 19, 2013 She is remembered for her simple and community oriented life She was the wife of the late Th Nabakishwore Singh, popularly known as Oja Tomba, is a respected local teacher He added that since its inception, the family has been sponsoring football tournaments across four Assembly Constituencies Kshetrigao, Andro, Thongju, and Wangkhem in Imphal East district Besides organising tournaments, the Trust also extends assistance to senior citizens during Yaoshang and honours meritorious Class 10 and 12 students during the SWC Foundation Day The primary objective of the tournament is to nurture young football talent from the grassroots level The region has produced several national level players in football and other disciplines, he said The opening match of the first league round saw SWC A take on MNC Mongkhanglambi The tournament is expected to witness participation from multiple teams, aiming to promote football and sportsmanship among the youth Rinku Khumukcham, Editor of Imphal Times, Thingujam Oxford, an intending candidate of the 5 Thongju Assembly Constituency, M Kulajit, former international hockey player, and A Birendra, President of SWC Khongman, attended the inaugural function as dignitaries I The sender of this news can be contacted at sanamatumsh AT gmail DOT com I Source Sh Ajit
New Zealand Cricket chooses NZ20 as preferred option for the future
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Lemba Sougaijam claims top honour in 1st RK Sanajaoba Memorial Chess Tourney
Lemba Sougaijam walked away with the title of the 1st RK Sanajaoba Memorial U 20 Chess Tournament 2026 organised by the Kanglei Chess Academy in cooperation with the Rajkumar Sanajaoba Memorial Trust from March 18 Lemba Sougaijam secured 6 5 points in 7 rounds of the tournament organised in the Swiss League format to earn the title trophy and a cash prize of Rs 2,000 while Stanley Meethoiba Louremba secured the second position with 6 points to receive a trophy and a cash prize of Rs 1,500 br br table align center cellpadding 5 width 610 tbody tr td table class capbox width 100 tbody tr td img width 600 src https www e pao org galleries images News Related 2026 03 Sanajaoba 20260323 jpg border 1 alt Lemba Sougaijam claims top honour in 1st RK Sanajaoba Memorial Chess Tourney td tr tr td align center Lemba Sougaijam claims top honour in 1st RK Sanajaoba Memorial Chess Tourney td tr tbody table td tr tbody table br br Jonex Nandeibam was third in the tournament with 5 5 points to settle with a trophy and a cash prize of Rs 1,000 7 other players who made it to the top ten chart Prichard Elangbam 5 5 pts , Lanchenba Ngairangbam 5 pts , Dinesh Chabungbam 5 pts , Dayanand Thoudam 5 pts , Sinthoiba Ningthemcha 5 pts , Mangal Elangbam 5 pts , and Williamba Moirangthem 5 pts were also feted with a cash prize of Rs 500 each Best U 7 boy Wangthoi Ningthemcha 3 5 pts , U 7 girl Uhenbi Ningthemcha 3 5 pts , U 7 boy Loitongbam Mayol 4 5 pts , U 11 girl Celia Yambem 3 pts Best KCA boy Yaiphaba Yumnam 4 5 pts and best KCA girl Rajkumar Baby 3 pts were also feted with trophies Consolation prizes were also extended to encourage 4 U 7 boys and 2 U 7 girls Source The Sangai Express
N Birendra Kishore is new IWDRA president
N Birendra Kishore has been elected as the new president of the Imphal West District Rifle Association IWDRA as the association convened its general body meeting yesterday and elected its office bearers and executive committee members for a term of four years yesterday The general body meeting was held at Khuman Lampak Shooting Ranges, Imphal with Hijam Tikendrajit, former president of IWDRA in the chair, said IWDRA in a press note During the election, N Imo and Th Maniratan were elected as the new vice presidents while H Romesh was elected as the secretary along side two joint secretaries S Somorendro and M Kanta N Khandajit was meanwhile elected as the treasurer of the district association 8 executive committee members S Alex, Th Amotomba, S Premila, N Kirankant, Y Herojit, Swami Kumar Leishangthem, K Prem and Ch Yudhananda and 5 advisors M Rashbihari, L Nandakumar, Manibabu Likmabam, Hijam Tikendrajit, and Huirem Iswarlal were also elected during the meeting cum election of office bearers, it said Source The Sangai Express
IWDCA to hold GB meeting on April 11
The Imphal West District Chess Association IWDCA is set to hold its general body meeting on April 11 at Baldev Hall, Uripok Khoisnam Leikai from 11 am onwards The meeting will discuss chess development, grassroots initiatives, and coaching programmes for youth in the district, raising funds for the association, updating of rules and regulation and others, said IWDCA in a press release IWDCA also invited all registered members, executive committee members to make it convenient to attend the meeting Source The Sangai Express
AR organises friendly basketball match in Senapati
Assam Rifles organised a friendly Basketball Match with Khumai students at Paomata village in Senapati on March 20 , 2026 as part of its continued efforts to strengthen civil military relations and promote youth engagement in the region In addition to the sporting event, Assam Rifles also distributed sports items to the participating students, encouraging them to actively engage in physical activities and pursue sports with dedication The event concluded on a positive note with interaction between jawans and participants, further reinforcing the spirit of unity, friendship and cooperation Source The Sangai Express
THOUDABA elects new office bearers
Thoubal District Amateur Boxing Association THOUDABA has elected its office bearers for the term 2026 2029 today during its 28th general body meeting held at the hall of Education Enhancement Organisation EEO , Lamding Thokchom Sanatomba was elected as the president of the district association for the new term while Y Basanta Singh and O Chaoba Singh were elected as the vice presidents S Tomei and L Romen were respectively elected as the new secretary and treasurer besides other 11 key members The meeting also paid utmost respect to late members of the association Source The Sangai Express
DG RVS hosts Exhibition Polo Match in Delhi
Directorate General of Remount Veterinary Services DG RVS yesterday hosted an exhibition polo match at Haifa Polo Ground, 61 Cav, Delhi on the sidelines of the DG RVS Polo Cup The match was played between the teams representing Indian Polo Association IPA and All Manipur Polo Association br br table align center cellpadding 5 width 610 tbody tr td table class capbox width 100 tbody tr td img width 600 src https www e pao org galleries images News Related 2026 03 Polo 20260323 jpg border 1 alt DG RVS hosts 'Exhibition Polo Match' in Delhi td tr tr td align center DG RVS hosts Exhibition Polo Match in Delhi td tr tbody table td tr tbody table br br The match was played on full sized horses, unlike traditional Sagol Kangjei, in the attendance of Maj Gen Vikram Sharma, VSM Addl QMG, IHQ of MoD Army and Maj Gen S S Balage, VSM Offg DG RVS , a source said IPA team emerged 13 5 winners, it said An RVC dog show was also held as a part of the event, followed by prize distribution and refreshments, it added Source The Sangai Express
Keishamthong FC romp past EMFC 6 0 in 24th Challenge Cup opener
Keishamthong FC romped to a commanding 6 0 win over EMFC, Lamlai as the 24th Challenge Cup Veterans Football Tournament organised by the Manipur Veteran Football Association began today at the natural turf ground of SAI NERC, Takyel br br table align center cellpadding 5 width 610 tbody tr td table class capbox width 100 tbody tr td img width 600 src https www e pao org galleries images News Related 2026 03 Keishamthong 20260323 jpg border 1 alt Keishamthong FC romp past EMFC 6 0 in 24th Challenge Cup opener td tr tr td align center Keishamthong FC romp past EMFC 6 0 in 24th Challenge Cup opener td tr tbody table td tr tbody table br br In the Group C match of the 14 team tournament, Y Sobha 16', 33' , N Umakanta 18', 52' and L Nabachandra 29', 45' contributed two goals apiece to set up the 6 0 win for Keishamthong FC Langthabal FC will play FLVKT, Kwakeithel in the Group C opening match tomorrow from 2 pm at the same venue before TRVSA, Malom play FFC, Ningombam from 3 15 in the Group B opener Source The Sangai Express
4th Samaram Trophy State Level Open Football Tournament underway
The fourth edition of Samaram Trophy State Level Open Football Tournament 2026 organised by the Samaram Football Club SFC kicked off today with a function filled with cultural events The tournament featuring 18 teams clubbed into 4 groups was formally opened in the presence of Khangabok AC MLA, Okram Surjakumar as chief guest Tompok Khangembam secretary of All Backward Class And Economic Development Organisation ABCEDO , Samaram as functional president CMO Thoubal Dr Y Nokul DYASO Thoubal, Deven Moirangthem social worker Leishang Thangjam and donor of 3rd Samaram Trophy's winner prize H Ibungo as guests of honour br br table align center cellpadding 5 width 610 tbody tr td table class capbox width 100 tbody tr td img width 600 src https www e pao org galleries images News Related 2026 03 Samaram 20260323 jpg border 1 alt 4th Samaram Trophy State Level Open Football Tournament underway td tr tr td align center 4th Samaram Trophy State Level Open Football Tournament underway td tr tbody table td tr tbody table br br The opening match of the tournament saw Football Lovers, Nongpok Sekmai registering a 4 0 win over Tentha Brothers, Tentha Tombung 32' and Kabiraj 37' contributed a goal apiece in Football Lovers' victory before Arun hit a brace in the second half 58', 59' to seal the comprehensive win in the Group B match The tournament carries a cash prize of Rs 1,50,000 and a trophy sponsored by Leishna Package Drinking Water for the winners and Rs 50,000 and a trophy sponsored by ABCEDO for the runners up Best player, best goalkeeper and top scorer will also receive a cash prize of Rs 5,000 each along with trophies while the best discipline team will receive a cash prize of Rs 10,000 and a trophy Source The Sangai Express
XIII T 20 Manipur Veteran Cricket Tournament YPHU Nongin and YWC win to complete semi final line up
YPHU Nongin N , Lalambung and YWC, Langthabal pulled off similar wins yesterday to enter semi finals of the XIII T 20 Manipur Veteran Cricket Tournament hosted by the Manipur Veteran Cricket Tournament In the replay of their quarterfinal matches that was abandoned due to rain, YPHU N defeated SU SVC, Sagolband by 6 wickets to set up a semi final date with their split squad YPHU Warrior after YWC handed KCC, Kongba a 5 wicket defeat to set up a semi final date with TCMDC, Thongju In the morning match, KCC opted to bat first but were dismissed for 60 runs in 12 overs before YWC cruised to the target in 10 2 overs with 5 wickets to spare KCC had a stuttering start slumped to 60 all out in 12 overs as YWC's P Prakashmani 3 18 , L Sasi 2 4 and L Samananda 2 2 struck regularly to give their rivals a tough time Only N Devkanta 23 off 22 balls and Bonny 16 off 15 balls made double digit runs for KCC in the innings that also saw Abujam Rojeshkumar of YWC claiming a wicket In reply, YWC struggled to the winning 61 thanks to L Sasi's unbeaten 16 off 17 balls despite Chumthao 2 18 and Lamnganba 2 15 of KCC doing their best to unsettle their rivals Prakashmani who added 9 runs and picked three wickets was adjudged man of the match Later in the day, YPHU N bundled out toss winners SU SVC for 104 runs in 18 1 overs and eased to the winning 108 in 17 4 overs Sarangthem Shantikumar 3 15 , Rajesh Khangembam 2 14 and Jinta Irengba 2 19 shone with the ball for YPHU N as A Sanjoy 25 off 24 balls and Chingkheinganba Arambam 17 off 14 balls emerged leading run getters for the Sagolband side In reply, Dhaneshor 35 off 46 balls and Yumnam Robin 12 off 15 balls set up the momentum before Jinta Irengba anchored with an unbeaten 32 off 25 balls 3 fours and 1 six to take YPHU N to the winning 108 4 in 17 4 overs with Sarangthem Shantikumar 7 not out off 8 balls Chingkheinganba Arambam 1 13 , A Sanjoy 1 16 and Konsam Rozer 1 6 were among the wickets for SU SVC in the second innings I Jinta who starred with both the bat and ball was adjudged man of the match Source The Sangai Express
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Pakistan Super League Hit By Middle East Conflict, Oil Crisis Forces Drastic Changes
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Royal Challengers Bengaluru star batter Virat Kohli took to social media to react to reports of him making massive demands from the franchise ahead of IPL 2026.
IPL 2026 | Prithvi Shaw's homecoming: Delhi, your boy is home' - WATCH
Prithvi Shaw makes an emotional return to Delhi Capitals for IPL 2026 after being released and going unsold in the auction. He secured a Rs 75 lakh deal with his former franchise during the accelerated phase. Shaw expressed his joy at being back home, reflecting on his strong bond with the team and the stadium.
Some Stories Don't End: Prithvi Shaw's Emotional Delhi Capitals Homecoming
Prithvi Shaw's long association with Delhi came to an end after seven seasons when the franchise released him ahead of the IPL 2025 auction.
Why Don't You Just Die: India's T20 World Cup Hero Reveals Disturbing IPL Tale
The BCCI had to suspend the tournament due to the surge in cases within the team bubbles, just 29 games into the season.
Four Tests in four weeks to challenge Australia, New Zealand quicks
Australia's men will also host England for white-ball cricket while the women will face Bangladesh and New Zealand
Rishabh Pant To Make Major Change For IPL 2026? Report Makes Big Revelation
Stakes are high for Rishabh Pant going into second season as LSG skipper with the franchise having shelled out a record Rs 27 crore for his services at the 2025 mega auction.
KKR's playing XI for IPL 2026: Harshit, Pathirana out, Kartik Tyagi to debut
Kolkata Knight Riders face pace bowling woes for IPL 2026 with key players injured. Despite a massive auction spend, including record signing Cameron Green, the team's strategy is reshaped. The predicted XI features new faces and retained stars, with Umran Malik poised for an impact role in a bid for redemption.
'They Bully Me, I Bully Them Back': India's F1 Hopeful Atiqa Mir Bossing Boys On Race Track
India's 11-year-old Formula 1 hopeful, Atiqa Mir, has surpassed expectations in her first year of karting in the age 12-14 category on the highly competitive European circuit.
Rs 27 crore tag! Rishabh Pant 'under most pressure' in IPL 2026
Rishabh Pant faces immense pressure heading into IPL 2026 after a disappointing 2025 season with Lucknow Super Giants. Bought for a record Rs 27 crore, Pant's batting form was underwhelming, and LSG failed to reach the playoffs. Former captain Faf du Plessis believes Pant's captaincy and batting performance are under the spotlight.
India-Bangladesh Series Back On? Bangladesh Cricket Board Takes Major Step
The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has postponed their tour of Ireland in September in hope of playing India in a white-ball series in that window, according to a report.
South Africa wins the toss and bats in the fourth T20 against New Zealand
After a series of low-scoring matches, New Zealand leads the series 2-1. South Africa won the first match by seven wickets while New Zealand won the second by 68 runs and the third by eight wickets
IPL 2026: In potentially make of break season, LSG skipper Rishabh Pant to bat at three
Lucknow Super Giants captain Rishabh Pant will bat at number three this IPL season. This is a critical season for Pant, who was bought for a record Rs 27 crore. A strong performance is needed for him to regain his place in India's T20 squad. The team management and Pant agree on his batting position.
Punjab Kings Star Reveals Special Conversation With MS Dhoni Ahead Of IPL 2026
After last year's heartbreaking loss to Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in the final, PBKS will have their eyes on scripting a redemption story for ages.
Batting Is 10, Bowling Is 1: This IPL Franchise Receives Brutal Verdict Ahead Of IPL 2026
Former India cricketer Abhinav Mukund minced no words on the auction strategy of one particular franchise ahead of IPL 2026.
South Africa ask New Zealand to field as both sides ring in the changes
Katene Clarke is on his international debut with many seniors rested for New Zealand; Prenelan Subrayen comes in to join Keshav Maharaj and George Linde in the spin attack for South Africa
RCB Sale: Fresh Twist As New Bidder Joins Ownership Race - Report's Big Claim
The Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) sale saw another potential twist as the consortium of Aditya Birla Group and American sports investor David Blitzer also joined the race, according to a report.
NZ vs SA Live: Esterhuizen fifty helps South Africa post 164/5
Devine, Jess Kerr power New Zealand to a series win with a game to spare
Dercksen also put on a powerful display for South Africa but it ended in vain
New Zealand vs South Africa 4th T20I, Live Score Updates
New Zealand vs South Africa 4th T20I, Live Updates: New Zealand will be squaring off against South Africa in the fourth T20I of the five-match series on Sunday in Wellington.
