Monthly Archives: January 2017
Manipur Crisis – Wait, Is Manipur Even In India?
While we are busy judging Narendra Modi’s 50 days of demonetisation and the construction of a Shivaji statue on social media and tea stalls,...
Opposed to 33% reservation for women, Naga bodies call for boycott...
The Naga Hoho has also warned the state government that it should not be later held responsible for any “adverse effect” in the future.
Election...
Pre-poll clashes in parts of Manipur
Photographs of candidates to be displayed in EVMs
Imphal: Pre-poll clashes have been reported from some parts in Manipur following the announcement of the state...
Whose Manipur Is It, Anyway? – Veio Pou
The current unrest in Manipur has a deeper structural problem that remains unanswered. Though "bandhs" and "economic blockades" are not new to the state,...
Recalling the Oja in Prof Kamei A teacher beyond the classroom
The only thing certain in life is death and in as much as death is a certainty, it is uncertain when death will come...
Transporters to launch ‘No Steering’ stir
IMPHAL, Jan 5: Transporters and Drivers Council (TDC) has threatened to take up a ‘No Steering’ protest if the Government fails to provide an...
Significance of Gaan-Ngai festival
Budha Kamei
“Festival is a time of merriment and enjoyment, to imbibe the spirit of love and brotherhood.”
Introduction:
The Zeliangrong are one of the natives of...
DPC for RIMS regular Director on Jan 13
IMPHAL, Jan 5: DPC for appointment of a new regular Director of RIMS will be held on January 13, informed a well placed source....
A legend passes away
Throughout history, Manipur had its share of giants among men and Professor Gangumei Kamei is one them. The renowned historian has left us for...
Arms licences suspended in Kangpokpi dist
Following the ECI announcement of Election schedule t the 11th Manipur State Legislative Assembly Election 2017 and the Model Code of Conducts having come...
CEO cracks whip against recruitments
State departments warned of stern action if model code of conduct is violated.
The chief electoral officer has issued strong warnings to various government departments...
Professor Gangmumei Kamei passes away
Imphal, Jan 5: Prof. Gangmumei Kamei passes away today at his residence at Majorkhul, here in Imphal. He is a member of the Indian...
Cat on hot tin roof
The dates for the Manipur elections together with those of four other states have been announced. It does seem now there will be no...
Do’s and don’ts for ministers, MLAs issued
At least 18, 94,000 voters of the state will exercise their franchise on March 4 and March 8. The first phase will encompass 38...