Manipur: Security tightened in Bishnupur after unidentified attackers open fire
Imphal, Dec 17 (IANS) Security was tightened in the fringe areas of Manipur’s Bishnupur district on Wednesday with the deployment of additional forces, a day after unidentified attackers opened fire, escalating fresh tensions in the restive state, officials said. A Police official said that on Tuesday night, several rounds were fired by the unidentified attackers […]
Manipur Congress mocks BJP MLAs’ Delhi meeting, calls it a ‘crash course’
Imphal, Dec 15 (IANS) The opposition Congress in Manipur on Monday described the ruling BJP MLAs’ meeting with central party leaders in New Delhi on Sunday as “attending a crash course”, taking a swipe at the state leadership amid the ongoing political situation. The Manipur BJP Legislature Party held a meeting at the party headquarters […]
Manipur: Petrol pumps shut across Imphal Valley over extortion threats
Imphal, Dec 13 (IANS) Petrol pumps across Manipur’s Imphal Valley, covering five districts, remained closed on Saturday in protest against alleged extortion demands and security threats from “some groups,” officials said. A police official said that the fuel outlets were shut a few days after a hand grenade was found near a petrol pump at […]
Manipur BJP MLAs head to Delhi for meeting with central leadership
Imphal, Dec 13 (IANS) At least 12 BJP MLAs from Manipur, including former Chief Minister N. Biren Singh and state Assembly Speaker Thokchom Satyabrata Singh, left for New Delhi on Saturday to attend a meeting convened by the party’s central leadership on Sunday. BJP leaders in Imphal indicated that the discussions on Sunday’s vital meeting […]
In a first, President Murmu leads Manipur in commemorating historic Nupi Lal Day
Imphal, Dec 12 (IANS) For the first time, Manipur commemorated Nupi Lal Day in the presence of President Droupadi Murmu, who on Friday, led the people of the state in paying tribute to the brave women warriors of the historic “Nupi Lal” movement. The President, accompanied by Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla, laid wreaths at the […]
People of Manipur govt’s top priority: President Murmu
Imphal, Dec 11 (IANS) President Droupadi Murmu on Thursday said that the government of India stands firmly with every affected family in Manipur and that addressing the concerns of the people is the government’s highest priority. Addressing a civic reception hosted in her honour by the Manipur government at the City Convention Centre, the President […]
President Droupadi Murmu likely to visit Manipur on December 11-12
Imphal, Dec 9 (IANS) President Droupadi Murmu is likely to undertake a two-day visit to Manipur on December 11-12 and will participate in the 86th Nupi Lal Day observance at the Nupi Lal Complex in Imphal, sources said on Tuesday. Though the officials are yet to announce the schedule and programme of the President, hectic […]
5-day drone ‘Drone Technology Bootcamp’ ends in Manipur, strengthening security tech capabilities & readiness
Imphal, Dec 5 (IANS) The five-day ‘Drone Technology Bootcamp’ concluded on Friday at the Drone Training Node in Manipur’s Chandel district, marking a significant step toward enhancing the technological capabilities of security forces in the region. Defence spokesman Lieutenant Colonel Mahendra Rawat said that organised by the Assam Rifles in collaboration with the Indian Institute […]
India B (Manipur) defeats Colombia 8-5 to lift 15th Manipur International Polo Tournament title
Imphal, Nov 29 (IANS) The seven-day 15th Manipur International Polo Tournament concluded on Saturday with an impressive closing ceremony, as India B (Manipur) clinched the title by defeating Colombia 8-5. Manipur Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla graced the closing ceremony of the Polo International at the historic Imphal Polo Ground (Mapal Kangjeibung). The prestigious tournament was […]
Meitei outfit urges Manipur Guv to resolve their 9 demands for ‘early solutions’ to conflict
Imphal, Feb 25 (IANS) In a significant development, a delegation of “Arambai Tenggol”, radical Meitei outfit, met with Manipur Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla on Tuesday and submitted a 9-point demand to resolve the ongoing ethnic conflict in the state. The “Arambai Tenggol” delegation led by Public Relations Officer Robin Mangang Khwairakpam urged the Governor to […]
