 Market shed
Imphal, June 30 2013:
A mini market shed constructed near Keishamthong Hodam Lairembi complex with financial assistance from the second State Finance Fund of the Imphal Municipal Council was inaugurated today by local MLA L Ibomcha. Apart from MLA L Ibomcha and MAHUD Director N Gitkumar, the inaugural function was also attended by IMC Chairperson A Nimai, Vice Chairperson Thambaljao Phaomei, Ward No 11 Councillor Ph Memtombi and Executive Officer W Rajen.
Mishap kills girl
Imphal, June 30 2013:
A motorist girl was killed in a road accident which occurred near Gate No 2 of Imphal Airport on Tiddim Road at around 11 am today. The deceased has been identified as Thoudam Dayarani (18) d/o Kabi of Patsoi Part-IV. She was rammed by a passenger bus (MN-05C/0141) as she was driving out from the gate on her Honda Activa (MN-01A/5907) .
APSCS hails
Imphal, June 30 2013:
The Association of Premier State College Senior (APSCS) has welcomed the State Government's initiative of extending the revised pension to the pre-2006 pensioners who retired as Readers/Lecturers (SG) . It is gratifying that the Directorate of University and Higher Education have taken up the task of processing identification of pensioners/family pensioners and calculation of the financial involvement for submission in details to the Higher Authority within a short time. The APSCS, through a press release issued by its general secretary Dr AK Chishti, also acknowledged the concern shown by Education Minister M Okendro towards the retired college teachers.
Association urges
Imphal, June 30 2013:
Saying that All Manipur Petroleum Products Transporters Association will continue operating its normal service, the transporters urged the State Government to take up necessary security measure.
Foreign nationals held
Imphal, June 30 2013:
Troops of 9 Assam Rifles of 26 Sector AR reportedly apprehended two foreigners from Ward No 4, Moreh on June 29 as the individuals were not in possession of any valid documents which could ascertain their identity. According to a PRO IGAR (S) release, one Chinese mobile phone with airtel SIM card and Rs 27,000 Indian currency notes were recovered from them, who alongwith recoveries were handed over to Imphal Police Station.
UNLF man held
Imphal, June 30 2013:
Imphal West district police commandos arrested one member of UNLF from Keishampat, near Yumsha Chicken Centre on July 28 . The UNLF member has been identified as Mayengbam Premjit (42) s/o Devendro of Wabagai Thingel Leikai.
Concert for special children
Imphal, June 30 2013:
As an active member of A House And A Guitar, a Delhi based progressive metal band called Dark Reign (DR) is organising a rock folk musical evening titled 'A home bound concert' under the theme of AHAAG 'Give music a chance' at YAC Ground here on July 6 . Speaking to media persons at Manipur Press Club today, Saman Asangbam of DR said that the concert aims at bringing out hidden musical talents of orphans and mentally retarded children, and encourage them by imbibing the importance of music and the role it can play in a society.
RUF appeals concerned Deparment
Imphal, June 30 2013:
The villages covered under Rural Upliftment Federation (RUF) have appealed the concerned department to look into distribution of PDS items in the area. According to a RUF press statement, the items such as rice, sugar, SK oil etc are distributed only thrice since the results of Manipur Legislative Assembly Election 2012 were declared. The affected polling stations are Phowaibi, Somrei, Salampatong, Heinganglok, Keihao and Kamu Koireng. As such, the organisation appealed for regularization of the Govt provision to the poor villages and ensure to reach to the respective mentioned polling stations, the statement added and strongly condemned the alleged rape of a 68 years old tribal woman by Md Sanayai from Mayai Keithel on June 17. Urging the Govt to deliver justice to the victim, RUF also appealed to immediately give befitting punishment to the rapist so that such unwanted behaviour may be checked in future, it added.
Lok Adalat held
Imphal, June 30 2013:
Manipur State Legal Services Authority conducted a Lok Adalat relating to power theft cases and motor accident claims at Cheirap Court complex today. A total of 84 power theft cases were settled and disposed off thereby collecting Rs 2,01,800 as fine, said a press release. For claims related to Oriental Insurance Co, 16 cases were amicably settled and a sum of Rs 27,40,000 was awarded as compensation. With regards to cases of New India Insurance Co Ltd, 49 cases were amicably settled with total compensation amount of Rs 43,93,000, added the press release.
Dr Kishan Memorial lecture
Imphal, June 30 2013:
The fourth Dr Thingnam Kishan Memorial Lecture was held today at Hotel Imphal, North AOC with a lecture by Kalakshetra Imphal Director Padmashree Heisnam Kanhailal on 'Manipuri Society & Culture: A Contemplation of a Victim Artist' and slide show about Dr Kishan's life and contribution to the marginalised section of society marking the solemn event. The memorial lecture was held under the chairmanship of Critic Forum Manipur president Prof IS Kangjam while JNU, Delhi research scholar Rojio Usham and T Deepamanjuri of Manipur university also participated at the discussion. The even marks the birth anniversary of Dr Kishan, who was SDO, Kasom Khullen sub-division in Ukhrul district before he and two of his sub-ordinate staff members were slain by activists of NSCN (IM) .
Foundation day of Kangla Food Products organised
Imphal, June 30 2013:
The 10th foundation day celebration of Kangla Food Products has been celebrated at its Phoijing Makha Nambol Chingmang factory complex today with Agriculture Minister Md Abdul Nasir gracing the celebration as the chief guest. Kangla Food Products specialises in packaged food products mostly manufactured from locals food items and catering to local tastes. Applauding the management and workers for serving the local populace for the past many years, Minister Nasir assured to convince the Industries Minister for extending all possible assistance to food processing units. Disagreeing with the concept of amassing wealth without much physical input, he opined that Manipuri society can become a progressive one if the majority population continues to sustain work culture. Oinam assembly constituency MLA Dr I Ibohalbi Singh, Director (Agriculture) G Shamu Kabui, Dean of Central Agricultural University Dr N Iboton Singh and economist Prof N Mohendro also attended the celebration during which cultural programmes were also performed.
Tree saplings plantation drive
Imphal, June 30 2013:
HURI Tech (AISECT) Thoubal in association with Social Service And Welfare Association, concluded a two days saplings plantation drive at Thoubal Wangmataba Ingkhol today. A team led by Y Bijen, Chairperson Thoubal Municipal Council planted fruit bearing tree saplings like mango, lemon, orange, guava and other medicinal plants. Speaking at the occasion, the Chairperson stressed on global warming and its connection with deforestation. Such initiative of the youths of tree plantation should be encouraged. The organisers of the programme which was conducted in connection with World Environment Day pledged to continue such programmes in future as well.
Public meeting called at Noney
Imphal, June 30 2013:
In the wake of alleged gross violation of human rights and repeated fake encounters by security forces particularly by Assam Rifles, Zeliangrong Baudi (ZB); Zeliangrong Youth Front (ZYF); All Zeliangrong Students' Union (ZSUM) and Zeliangrong Students' Union of Manipur (ZSUM) have jointly convened a public meeting at Longmai (Noney) on 4th July, 2013 at 10.30 AM. In a joint statement, the four Zeliangrong civil bodies have requested all peace loving people, intellectuals, leaders and functionaries of different civil societies, youths, students and government employees to attend the meeting in time.
Sensitization prog held
Imphal, June 30 2013:
A sensitization programme for untrained elementary teachers was organized by DIET Centre, Tamei under the supervision of SCERT at the conference hall of this Centre yesterday. The programme was attended by MLA of Tamei Constituency Z Kikhonbou as Chief Guest. Speaking on the occasion, MLA Kikhonbou pledged to bring all round development to the backward Tamei sub-division in Tamenglong district. He further appealed to the teachers to do selfless service in training and nurturing young children, who are the future pillars of the society. The sensitization programme was also attended by CEO of Tamenglong ADC RK Ragaisin, DI Biren, ZEO H Ningkhanmang and ADC members Hathing Dongel and R Phuba.
MSAD competitions
Imphal, June 30 2013:
Last date of form submission to participate in the debating and the mathematics competitions to be organized by Manipur Students' Association Delhi (MSAD) has been respectively extended to July 4 and July 8 . However, the competitions would be held on the respective schedule dates announced earlier, that is July 14 for Mathemtics and July 18 for debating. Application forms can be obtained from Career Conner Job Centre, Khoyathong; Leo Book Store, Paona Bazaar; Nandini Book Store, Bishnupur Bazaar; Sharma Distributors, Yairipok Bazaar; Thangjing Paper Mart, Moirang Bazaar; Saraswati Books and Stationary, Thoubal Wangma Taba and other leading book stores, according to a statement announced by the students' body.
Disturbance free Edn endorsed
Imphal, June 30 2013:
Teachers under Zone III, Thoubal district have announced their decision of extending full support and participation in the 'Disturbance free zone for education' campaign' to be carried out by Democratic Students' Alliance of Manipur (DESAM) on 5th July, 2013 . While informing that campaign for Zone III, Thoubal would start from Chaoyaima Higher Secondary School at 10 AM and it would march upto BASU Ground, Khangabok, All Manipur Elementary School Teachers' Association (AMESTA) has appealed to all the school headmasters in Thoubal district to submit their respective list of teachers to zonal DDO Thoubal office on or before 4th July.
RUF decries rape
Imphal, June 30 2013:
Rural Upliftment Federation (RUF) has strongly condemned the rape of a 68-year old tribal woman by one Md Sanayai of Mayai Keithel on 17th June, 2013 . In a release, the Federation appealed to the government to take up necessary measures to ensure justice to the victim and award befitting punishment to the rapist without any delay.
2 foreigners held
Imphal, June 30 2013:
Troops of 9 Assam Rifles of 26 Sector AR under HQ IGAR (South) apprehended two foreigners from Ward No 4, Moreh yesterday. The two foreigners were not in possession of any valid documents which could ascertain their identity. One Chinese Mobile phone with an Airtel SIM card and cash worth Rs 27,000/- (Indian currency) were also recovered from them. The apprehendees along with the recoveries were subsequently handed over to Imphal Police Station, PRO IGAR (S) informed in a statement.
AMACSU condoles
Imphal, June 30 2013:
Condoling the death of renowned Meetei Pungyeiba, Irom Samungou Singh, who expired at his residence on 28th June, All Manipur Arts & Culture Students' Union (AMACSU) Lamlai Branch observed a 2-minute silence as mark of respect to the departed soul during a condolence meeting today, AMACSU informed in a statement. Samungou was 94, the statement added.
CEE results
Imphal, June 30 2013:
The results of Common Entrance Exam (CEE) for Soldier General Duty, Soldier Technical and Soldier Nursing Assistant held on 26 May 2013 at Leimakhong have been declared.
Successful candidates have been directed to collect their joining letter by hand from ARO Rangapahar from 03 Jul 2013 to 12 Jul 2013 between 8.00 AM to 11.45 AM. Candidates must report in person and carry their original documents, admit card and one Photostat copy of each document. The joining letter will not be issued in case all documents are not produced. The Army Recruiting Office, Rangapahar may be contacted on telephone Nos. 03862 248845 between 09.00 AM to 12.30 PM. Detailed information may be seen from the notice board of PIB (Defence Wing), M Sector, Imphal as well.
 Night service at oil pumps stopped Imphal, June 30 2013:
The novel arrangement of keeping at least one oil-pump opened for 24 hours a day at Imphal for a month on roster system has been stopped due to certain difficulties.
The State Government introduced a system of keeping at least one oil pump opened for 24 hours a day for a month on rotation in order to cater to emergency requirements on June 1, last year. Even though it was claimed that law and order situation had improved considerably, the oil pumps were kept opened at night by deploying police and VDF personnel at the particular oil pumps throughout the night. Talking to The Sangai Express, some retail outlets observed that the Government's arrangement, though novel and appreciable, was not suited to the State or Imphal city.
Besides being a small State located at the international border, no people can be seen on roads after 11 pm because of the law and order situation. In another word, Imphal city is totally shut down after 11 pm. People coming to oil-pumps for re-fuelling late night is a rare occurrence even if they are going for urgent or emergency purposes. Whereas pump operators had to stay awake the whole night with nozzles in their hands, very little or no people came to oil pumps for re-fuelling in late hours. At the same time, the pump operators who were struggling hard to keep themselves were often targeted by miscreants and people intoxicated by drugs or alcohol hurling abuses and provocative remarks. Again, VDF personnel treated the oil-pumps as one easily accessible source for their pocket money. All these factors combined together to stop system keeping oil-pumps opened for 24 hours a day for one month on rotation, said the retailers. State's share from Central pool still unclear ; MBBS/BDS course likely to go off course Imphal, June 30 2013:
Even as around 2500 candidates of Manipur have qualified in the National Eligibility Entrance Test (NEET) conducted by the CBSE, it is unlikely that necessary counselling for allocation of seats can be done until the Supreme Court issues a final verdict regarding selection of State nominees for studying medical courses. The number of State nominees who would be selected by the State Government for studying medical courses in the two medical institutes in Manipur and other medical colleges located outside the State against the State's share of central pool is around 160 . As against the 160 candidates, the number of seats expected at RIMS is 30 for MBBS and 13 for BDS. The number of MBBS seats expected at JNIMS is 85 in addition to three BDS seats expected at Regional Dental College, Guwahati. However, the number of seats which would be available to students of the State from the Central pool now is not clear so far. Notably, the Supreme Court has not yet issued any final judgement on whether the results of NEET conducted by CBSE should be compulsorily applied to all the States. The apex Court is expected to come out with a final verdict in the first half of July. On May 13 this year, the Supreme Court issued an order over-ruling its own directive dated December 13, 2012 and allowed declaration of PMT results already conducted (before May 13,
2013) . In the meantime, this year's MBBS/BDS entrance test for which arrangements were already made was cancelled following a decision of the State Cabinet. Even if NEET result is taken as the qualifying criteria for selection of candidates, the Supreme Court has not given its final judgement on the matter. As such, due counselling for allocation of seats has not been conducted till date. Moreover, the State Government has not been informed so far about the exact number of the State's share of seats that would be available from the Central pool. This is ano ther impediment to the counselling. Yet, the Medical Directorate has already issued around 900 forms for counselling as against the expected seat of 160. Apart from students of the State, many students belonging to other States opted for RIMS and JNIMS for studying medical courses at the time of submitting their NEET forms. The State Government has been already provided with a rank list for the 2500 State students who have been declared NEET qualified. Again, even if the State wishes to select candidates based on the rank list provided by CBSE, the Government is facing certain difficulties to conduct necessary counselling pending a final verdict from the Supreme Court. Many are apprehensive that the situation may spark off a major issue in case the apex Court comes with a ruling that validates results of both NEET and PMTs conducted by respective States. Meanwhile, AMSU has urged the Government to resolve the existing issue concerning selection of State nominees for studying medical courses. Reminding that the State PMT for this academic year was cancelled by a Cabinet decision citing a Supreme Court order just two days before the scheduled date, AMSU remarked that the way the State Government is handling the issue is akin to nipping the aspiration of a large number of young students. Without awaiting orders from the Central Government, the State Government need to take a definite decision on the matter, said a press release issued by AMSU. Asking whether the State Government would conduct PMT anew in case the Supreme Court comes out with a ruling which validates both NEET result and results of PMT conducted by respective States, AMSU urged the Government to take a definite decision taking into view possibility of such a ruling. On the other hand, the Manipur MBBS/BDS 2013 Entrance Examination Parents/Guardians Association has decried as irresponsible the Health Minister's statement that the MBBS/BDS 2013 entrance exam was cancelled because of an interim order issued by the Supreme Court. In their conspiracy to select candidates of their choice, some influential people have been openly forfeiting the rights of students, said a press release issued by the guardians' association. Ministers as well as MLAs ought to stand firm against the Government's wrong decision. To make the public suffer just to satisfy a few influential persons cannot be justified, it asserted.
Police blank-fire to quell crowd; CrPC 144 imposed IRB men held over CCpur nude tape Lamka, June 30 2013:
A day after police took the statement of two youths whose nude photos were posted on the web and amidst growing resentment amongst the public; the police have today apprehended four people suspected to be behind the video. Sources said that the arrest was made at around 3.25 pm, even as the Joint Women Organisation and other organisations were discussing their course of action on the issue. The news of the arrest however drew an adverse impact as some people gathered in front of the police station and raised a commotion, demanding that the police hand over the arrested men to them and at times trying to make their way inside the police station. The situation subsided as police granted leaders of the JWO and their counterparts an access to the arrested men and their identities. Police have identified the accused, all personnel of 1 IRB posted at Khuga Dam, as Th Chaoba Singh, 47 of Khonghanbi, Thoubal; Ningthoujam Dokendro, 43 of Shyam Chirag Mayai Leikai; Hav T Sonlian Tungdim, 26 of Mata; and Hav Nengsuanmung, 35 of Sahei Road New Lamka.
However, the crowd again gathered steam at night fall with some trying to forcibly make their way in while others began pelting stones into police station forcing the police to order a blank-fire at around 6.20pm. Two youths, Thangnunmuang 26 son of G Khanthong of Zenhang Lamka and Obed Thangtansang 25 son of Khamzapau of Zenhang Lamka were reportedly injured in police firing. The first received bullet wounds at his buttock while the later received injuries at his head. Gunshots were also heared at about 7.35pm. Around the same time, a group of people made their way into the residence of one of the accused at Mata village and after pouring kerosene oil on the floor set in on fire before quickly making their escape. The fire was however put under control by the locals before it could cause any substantial damaged. A 5 year-old girl, Manbiaksiam son of Paukhansuan, younger brother of the accused suffered burnt injuries during the melee. To prevent further escalation of violence the district administration has at around 7.15pm swiftly clamped 144 CrPC. The SP Churachandpur has assured that police will pursue the case with all seriousness and sincerity. Besides the charges in the FIR, other relevant sections if needed will be added as well he said. Meanwhile, 18 year old youth identified as Lulun alias Mika was attacked by some men with sharp object near the police station while the turmoil was underway at the police station. Canal breaches Imphal, June 30 2013:
The right main canal of Thoubal Dam breached over a length of about 10 feet leading to inundation of some houses of Nongbrang village as well as paddy fields and fish farms.
In addition to the breached portion, water was overflowing over the canal over a length of about 200 feet which led to flooding of nine houses, three hectares of paddy fields and some fish farms. Large scale damage was averted with timely intervention by the local people and department officials in the form of filling up the breached portion with earth and reinforcement of the canal's bank where water was overflowing.
Speaking to media persons who went to the flooded area, Nongbrang Thumkhong Lairembi Youth Club secretary Nameirakpam Shyamjai said that water overflowing from Thoubal Dam right main canal is a regular occurrence as and when the dam is shut downstream because the canal's embankment is too low and narrow. Even as the matter has been informed to the relevant department repeatedly, no attention has been paid to the people's woes. Given such a lackadaisical attitude of the authority, a meeting of Nongbrang village was held recently and it decided to dig out the canal embankment and divert water to Thoubal river in case the existing embankment is not reinforced by putting additional earth within the next three days, Shyamjai said. RK Sanatomba award conferred Imphal, June 30 2013:
Chief Reporter of Poknapham daily Angom Ranjit has been confered this year's RK Sanatomba Memorial Journalist Award. Ningthemcha Ongbi Mangishija of RK Sanatomba Memorial Trust handed over the award to Ranjit in a solemn function held at the auditorium of JN Manipur Dance Academy today. The award comprised of Rs 20,000 , a citation and a shawl. Social worker Thounaojam Iboyaima, historian Professor Gangmumei Kamei and H Dwijasekhar Sharma were present at the function. H Dwijasekhar Sharma said that people of Manipur must ready themselves for the upgradation of Imphal airport to international airport, coming of railway line and opening of trans-international highway.
There is need to have discussion on the possible impacts which Manipur would witness when these changes happen, he added. People of Manipur must understand that different types of products of ASEAN countries would pass through the State, he said and added that there is need to occupy maximum benefits from handloom, handicraft and medicare bussiness. Volume-VII, Issue-II of Kangla Lanbung was also released in today's function. Born in 1963, RK Sanatomba was the youngest son of RK Khedasana and Mangi Shija. He died in 1993. He was the Editor of Kangla Lanbung. Two vanish with one crore Imphal, June 30 2013:
General manager of North East Vision Line Infratel Private Limited Romesh of Kakwa and managing director of the same company Salam Ranjit of Sagolband Salam Leikai have disappeared without any trace after collecting more than Rs one crore from a number of contractors and land owners with the false promise of erecting mobile towers.
Speaking to media persons at Manipur Press Club this afternoon, general secretary of the land owners' association Th Manibabu and spokesman of the contractors' association Th Iboyaima said that legal action would be initiated against Romesh and Salam Ranjit for collecting Rs one crore deceitfully. Romesh and Ranjit, using their agents collected Rs 1 to 1.20 lakh each from 250 to 300 people between 2009 and 2010 with the false promise of erecting mobile towers. Romesh ran his office at Kekrupat while Ranjit had his office at Sagolband Salam Leikai. Against the names of the people from whom the due collected money, a list of 153 people were published on March 22, 2010. This was followed by a list of 16 people. Next month, land lease agreements extending up to 15 years were signed with land owners. As per the agreement, the land owners should get Rs 8500 per month starting from the month of May, 2010 . In addition, the duo issued work orders for installation of mobile towers at the rate of Rs 9,22,500 for each tower. This amount was for the foundation part only. The contractors were made to deposit 4 per cent of the work order amount. Again, each of the contractors were made to deposit Rs 25,000 for fixing nuts and template bolts. Not only that, Romesh and Ranjit collected Rs 10,000 to Rs three lakhs from each contractor after convincing the contractors that their liabilities would be released shortly. Then the unsuspecting contractors were called to Guwahati and Kolkata to collect their bills thereby wasting money and time. Even though the contractors were given cheques, all the cheques turned out to be bogus. Now, Romesh and Ranjit have disappeared without any trace, said Manibabu and Iboyaima. They said that legal action would be initiated against the two frauds.
Auto driver found dead Imphal, June 30 2013:
One auto-rickshaw driver was found dead inside Khuman Lampak Sports complex this morning. Meanwhile, a JAC constituted against the alleged murder of the auto-rickshaw driver has called a bandh on Imphal-Dimapur highway with effect from 1 am of July 1 till 6 pm of July 2. Auto-rickshaw driver Laishangbam Deben (46) s/o late Thoiba of Mantripukhri Lamlongei was found dead on a spot along the road leading to RAU ground from Khuman Lampak at about 10.35 this morning. Injury marks were seen on his head and he was holding an iron rod. A hammer was also found near the body, informed a source. Police have picked up and deposited the corpse at RIMS mortuary along with registration of a case.
The joint action committee christened JAC Against the Brutal Killing of Laishangbam Deben was constituted at a public meeting held at Lamlongei community hall this afternoon.
NE girls harassed at IGI airport New Delhi, June 30 2013:
At a time when women in Delhi are demanding safety, three North East girls, all nieces of Dr Alana Golmei, General Secretary of NE Helpline, were allegedly harassed by a CISF man at IGI airport yesterday. According to a statement issued by NE Helpline, the three girls were allegedly harassed by CISF Constable Ram Chander Chaudhury at IGI domestic airport between 1pm and 2 pm. The NE Helpline said that the incident happened when they were waiting for their siblings coming from Imphal by an Indigo flight which was to arrive at 1.30 pm. The girls told the North East Helpline that the CISF Constable enquired why they were sitting there for long. Although, the girls told the Constable that they were waiting for their siblings, he kept on asking unnecessary questions and demanded to show their identity cards. The press release quoted the girls as saying that the Constable didn't ask anything to other people who were sitting there longer than them. The press release quoted the girls as saying, "We were shocked that he was targeting only us since we look different. He took advantage of our young age and different look from the rest sitting nearby us. His intention was to stalk us as he was roving his eyes all over our bodies while abusively demanding to show our identity cards" . Dr Alana Golmei said, "I was also standing a few metres away from them along with my cousin sister when the incident happened. "One of my nieces called me on phone and told me to rush there where they were being harassed by the CISF man, who was in civvies" . Golmei added, "I rushed there and immediately and asked politely to Ram Chander Chaudhury what was it all about upon which, he angrily replied he was doing his duty according to the order of CISF Vigilance. When I requested for the standing order he tried to persuade me to go with him and see from his office. I insisted him to bring the standing order of CISF (any order that says one should not sit in IGI domestic airport for more than one hour) . Meanwhile I also spoke to another personnel from Ram Chander's phone and the man on phone said the same thing that they were vigilance personnel of CISF and that he saw nothing wrong on the behaviour of Ram Chander" .
"Later, another CISF official whose name was RS Sharma appeared at the scene along with Ram Chander again. He was trying to justify the conduct of Ram Chander saying that there was no harm in asking for their identity cards and added that the girls could have just showed it which further appalled me", Golmei added. Despite repeated calls to the concerned authorities and central government regarding the discrimination and harassment of North East community residing in Delhi and NCR region no visible action has been taken up so far, said the press release. The North East Helpline strongly urged the Union Ministry of Home Affairs and any concerned authorities dealing with CISF Vigilance at IGI airport to take strong action against Ram Chander Chaudhury for harassing and stalking the three NE young girls yesterday. This is not the first time, there were many unreported incidents in the past where NE community were harassed by the security personnel and airline officials as well in IGI airport, New Delhi, the press release added. The North East Helpline also sought clarification from the concerned authorities whether there is such rules imposed to people who look different especially the Northeast community to be harassed in this way.
Naga area bandh Dimapur/Senapati, June 30 2013:
The All Naga Students' Association, Manipur (ANSAM), as its part of supporting the Naga Students' Federation (NSF) sponsored 12-hour bandh in 'Naga areas' on July 1 (Monday) has announced that it will impose a bandh in 'Naga areas' of Manipur. The NSF announced a bandh from 6 am to 6 pm in 'Naga areas' on Monday to express strong resentment against the incessant clashes and killings amongst the underground factions, imposi- tion of illegal taxation by the Naga undergrounds, against all arbitrary harassment and threatening the lives of innocent civilians and also the recent attempt on life of federation official. The NSF has also taken strong exception to the life attempt on one of its functionary Christopher Angami by one of the cadres of a Naga underground outfit in Kohima. Meanwhile, the Senapati District Students' Association (SDSA) while strongly condemning the attempt to shoot NSF leader Christopher Angami in the factional clash incident that happened on June 25 at lower Chandmari at Kohima, has also decided to fully endorse the 12 hours total bandh called in all Naga inhabitated areas on July 1 . SDSA in a vocal note stated that, such life attempt on a student leader by armed groups is unacceptable and condemned in strongest term. It also appealed that Naga armed factions to abstain from clashes and safeguard the safety of the general public. Advising the groups to pursue a peaceful resolution in their problems, the SDSA added that, such unfortunate incident will only harm the hard earned reconciliation process of all the Naga armed groups. The SDSA in special reference to the total bandh to be imposed on July 1 has stated that, it will effectively enforce the said bandh in its jurisdiction to show its solidarity to the cause of the NSF and for general interest of the students' community. It has also appealed to the general public to extend maximum support to the bandh and warned that, any violation of the said bandh will be on their own risk.
Ex-MLA no more Imphal, June 30 2013:
Former president of the Kuki National Assembly and ex-MLA Paolen Haokip expired at his Saitu home last night. He was 95. Last rites and customary rituals for the deceased were performed today at Saitu village. A condolence service was also held in honour of the departed soul. Among others, IFC Minister Ngamthang Haokip and MP Thangso Baite were also present at the condolence service. at the condolence service. Recalling the contributions of Paolen Haokip in the field of politics and for the cause of Kuki community, Ngamthang Haokip remarked that the demise of Paolen Haokip is a big loss not only for Kuki community but also for the whole Manipur State. Apart from being a close associate of Maharaja Bodhchandra, Paolen Haokip was elected to the Manipur Territorial Council from Churachandpur constituency. He joined Indian National Congress in 1957 and held the post of KNA president from 1967 to 1974 . Paolen Haokip was also one leader who worked relentlessly for a distinguished political status for Kukis in addition to being a frontrunner in the Statehood movement. He was elected to the first Manipur Legislative Assembly from Saitu AC in 1973 . Paolen Haokip was a noted figure committed to territorial integrity of Manipur and sustained harmony among different communities of the State.
Meritorious students feted Kanggui, June 30 2013:
Thangal Anleinao Jonlong (Thangal Students' Union) today organised a felicitation cum career guidance programme at its Nteiramphung Peace Hall head office with Resource Faculty, MGCSW IGNOU (Nagaland) Dr Chand Thangmi and Intelligence Officer (Narcotics Control Bureau) Aram Anth as the resource persons of the programme. Thangal Union, Thangal Women Union, TNBA, pastors, deacons, headmen/chairmen and members of various village authorities as well as parents, guardians of students attended the programme.
Dr Chand Thangmi in his speech on 'career guidance' emphasised on general career option while Aram Anth stressed on career in uniform service. In the meantime, 40 students, who performed excellently in Class-X and XII exams under BOSEM, COHSEM and CBSE were awarded Taloula Memorial and H Chamran meritorious awards. Altogether 13 successful students of Class-X examination under BOSEM and CBSE were honoured with Taloula memorial award sponsored by D Nathan, Manager UCO Bank, Bishnupur Branch while 27 successful student of Class XII exam under COHSEM and CBSE were presented H Chamran award sponsored by H Livingson, Manager, Reservoir ONGC Mumbai. The felicitation cum career guidance programme was organised under the joint sponsorship of Thangal Sanui Jonlong, BK John, P Anthony, S Jilangamba, M Lungah and RK Joseph. Mrs Apila, executive secretary (TNBA) took the Blessing Hour and prayed to the Almighty for the felicitated students for their bright future.
KSO to continue picketing schools Imphal, June 30 2013:
Kuki Students Organisation (KSO) Bungpi, Sadar Hills East, and Manipur have informed that it will continue shutting down of all the schools under Sadar Hills Autonomous District Council (SH-ADC) of Kangpokpi which had begun from June 17 lest a positive response is met. A statement of KSO appreciated SH-ADC for releasing teacher's salaries on June 18 following its demand. However, the remaining demands are kept pending and so it is compelled to continue its demand regarding teachers posting, allotment and other issues as stated. The sufficient numbers of teachers under SH-ADC must be shared equally to each and every school without any partiality. Some schools are alloted about 17 teachers when others are alloted only three. "We are against 1 teacher per 20 students or more ratio system which ignores the number of classes and subject streams wise", the statement maintained. It demanded the authority concerned to provide one teacher for each class and subject streams wise like in private institution. SH-ADC should provide at least seven teachers to each and every school, and should give assurance that it will not issue transfer orders once the session commences. KSO also urged SH-ADC to arrange teachers' transfer orders considering the inconvenience of the teachers along with the total number of teachers available at the respective schools. There should be post in and post out system in case of transfer as there are many cases of transfer without replacement, the statement added.
Hr Sec schools for all ACs in offing: Okendra Imphal, June 30 2013:
Education Minister M Okendro has announced that the Government has decided to set up a higher secondary school in all the Assembly Constituencies. He was speaking as chief guest at the 5th M Manindra Memorial Meritorious Award distribution function organised at INA Hall, Moirang today. The award was sponsored by M Manindra Memorial Trust, and M Prithiviraj and family. The Minister said, the Government has a new plan to set up higher secondary schools in all the ACs where there is no higher secondary schools. The cooperation of the people is necessary in addition to the effort of the Government for the improvement of education system, the Education Minister observed. He also said, comparing to previous years students of some Government schools have passed Class 10 and 12 examinations 100 percent this time apart from many students passing in the first division. It is an indication of improvement in the condition of education though due care must be taken. The infrastructure of every schools in the State need to be improved. Overwhelming increase in submission of admission forms in Government schools for 2013-14 academic session is due to the support of the people, Okendro asserted and added that effort is on to convert Moirang Multipurpose Higher Secondary School into a residential school under the financial assistance of NEC. He continued that it is time to shun taking political advantage in educational fields and that the condition of education would be improved when there is no politics in it. Playing politics in the transfer and posting of teachers have resulted in the degradation of schools located in far-flung areas. Efforts are being made to to hand over 'come-back order' in advance while issuing transfer order to teachers. Efforts are also underway to provide training by 2015 to those teachers recruited by the Govt after September 2001 and so the DIET centres in every districts will be made active, the Minister added and assured that the number of teachers and infrastructure of the schools will be made sufficient. The function was presided over by Kh Ratankumar, Works Minister and attended by T Mangibabu, MLA Thanga AC; H Bira, MLA Kumbi AC and Prithiviraj, MLA. The occasion witnessed meritorious award distribution to 304 students, and gifts presented to N Binarani, a student of Moirang Multipurpose Hr Sec School who secured highest mark Statewide in Elective Manipuri and its Principal S Kumar for producing 100% pass percentage.
Villagers urge for speedy road construction Imphal, June 30 2013:
Villagers of Taosang at Nungba Sub-Division under Tamenglong district have urged the PWD Manipur to construct road and complete the bridge construction soon. A press release of the Chairman, Taosang Village Authority said, a joint venture agreement between NHPC, India and State Govt was made for the construction of the Loktak Downstream Hydroelectric Power Project (LDHEP), NHPC Ltd at Taosang Village. Division of work portion has been cleared as construction of roads and bridges are to be maintained by the PWD and construction of the said LDHEP by the Loktak Downstream Hy droelectric Corp Ltd (LDHCL), NHPC, it stated. So far some changes of road construction work could be seen from Tupul to Thangal upto Leimatak River. It seems the work progress is very slow not much improvement in the part of PWD Manipur, the release observed and added that iron materials for the bridge have been kept at Thangal in open space. It has been almost six months without any sign of work initiation for the construction of bridge by the PWD. It continued that presently the start of work by LDHCL, NHPC has kept pending due to improper road and bridges and NHPC department now and then pressured the State Govt to go forward with the work speedily so that it can start their work soon and complete the project in time bound manners. A memorandum had been submitted to the concerned officials regarding speedy work, timely payment of compensation, contract work of road construction or any works, jobs, any benefits and development to be given main priority to the villagers, on the foundation stone laying day for the bridge, the release maintained and urged for speedy work as the construction of LDHEP, NHPC Ltd helps in the socio-economic development of the State.
Bomb 'gift' flayed Imphal, June 30 2013:
The abortive attempt to trigger hand-grenade blast inside Comet School yesterday morning has been strongly condemned by democratic Students' Alliance of Manipur (DESAM), with the students' body terming the incident as an infringement on the wish of the student community to pursue education under a conducive environment. After a Chinese hand-grenade was spotted inside the campus of the school, located at Changangei Ucheckon at around 5 am yesterday a team of police bomb disposal unit had safely retrieved the explosive device. Reacting strongly against the bomb threat/blast attempt, DESAM president Wangmayum Islauddin told newspersons at its Keishampat head office today that the incident amounts to further aggravating situation in this strife-torn State. Highlighting that DESAM had recently resumed an extensive campaign on 'Disturbance Free Education Zone' to not only promote quality education in Manipur but also expose administrative lapses hampering development in the education sector, Islauddin opined the Comet School incident is an affront to the ongoing campaign. Reminding all concerned that education is the only basis for a society to achieve all-round development, the president asked armed outfits as well as pseudo-UGs to honour sanctity of educational institutions and refrain from such condemnable acts in the future. Islauddin also appealed to transport agencies to provide free of cost travel to those people who would be participating at mass public rallies on July 5 at different locations.
The rallies would be organised by DESAM as a part of the 'Disturbance Free Education Zone' campaign.
CPI takes complaint to CM Imphal, June 30 2013:
CPI Manipur State Council today lodged a complaint with Chief Minister O Ibobi against excesses committed by police upon its members during a protest demonstration at Imphal. Talking to media persons at Irabot Bhavan here today, CPI State Council secretary Dr M Nara condemned in the strongest term the act of baton charging and firing tear gas shells upon CPI workers who were demanding certain points in a democratic manner. Even at New Delhi, when the Parliament session was going on, different political parties and pressure groups staged protest demonstrations. Police either tried to mollify or drive the protesters away in a polite manner. But the conduct of State police was too much, asserted Dr Nara while also decrying the act of imposing restrictions under Section 144 of CRPF across Imphal East and Imphal West districts. Such disposition of the State is a direct threat to the freedom of expression guaranteed by the Constitution. He went on to question, "The Government may erect some barricades around the State Assembly complex but what is the harm in allowing aggrieved parties to lodge protest like in Jantar Mantar and Ram Lila ground in New Delhi?" . The party's struggle committee chairman Ningthoujam Mangi conveyed that apart from lodging a complaint, the party reiterated their demands to the Chief Minister during a meeting yesterday.
Some of the demands put across by CPI Manipur State Council included saving Sharmila's life by repealing AFSPA, implementation of Inner Line Permit System, putting an effective check on drug smuggling, deployment of highway protection force along National Highways, putting an end to all initiatives aimed at privatization of health and power sectors and initiation of political dialogue with insurgent groups. Raising the same demands, CPI workers and supporters took out a rally at Imphal on June 20 but they were blocked and driven back by police causing injuries to one of the protesters. In protest against the police action, CPI called a state-wide general strike on the next day.
Women bodies join hands, form JAC Imphal, June 30 2013:
Taking strong exception to the alleged gang rape of 14 year old girl on June 28, different women organisations have joined hands and formed a JAC. The JAC has subsequently decided to launch intense forms of agitation until the rapists are awarded exemplary punish-ment. A joint meeting of the women organisations was held today in the office of the Zeliangrong Union here where AMKIL president Phanjoubam Sakhi, Poirei Leimarol president L Mem-choubi, Kanglamei president Y Leirikleima, KAMA president Kakomlunglu Kamei and CHITUWA president Maibam Purnima were seated as presidium members. Kakomlunglu Kamei, who was appointed as convenor of the JAC said that gang rape of a 14 year old girl close on the heels of passing the final judgement on the gang rape case of a U-Morok (chilli) trader only indicated that life imprisonment is not enough deterrent for such criminals. Had all the four rapists been awarded capital punishment instead of life imprisonment, there would have been any further rape cases, Kakomlunglu opined.
JAC advisor Memchoubi appealed to City Police to work sincerely on the gang rape case of the 14 year old girl. Accused Naorem Pritam s/o N Priyokumar of Nongmeibung Pung Makhong should not be released under any excuse. "Pull up all the accused and suspects first and let the victim identify them", Memchoubi said. JAC co-convenor L Gyaneshwari said that 19 year old Pritam alleged raped the minor girl on March 3 this year. In this case, Pritam was put in observation home for sometime on the ground of being a juvenile before he was released on bail. Pritam again raped the girl. This time, together with five other persons. And his crime has been testified by the victim, Gyaneshwari said. JAC advisor Leirik called upon all legislators to take a firm resolution so as to check crimes against women during the ongoing Assembly session.
Police officers, meritorious students feted Imphal, June 30 2013:
Along with felicitating Maibam Sudhirkumar, OC and Laishram Dhanabir, SI of Thoubal District Police who had seized huge quantity of drugs, meritorious students were given rewards by Oriental Leveller Association (OLA) today. E Chand, MLA Yaiskul AC, Huidrom Netajit, VP OLA; Thongam Bishwajit, MLA Thongju AC, RK Ranjan, Director College Development Council, Manipur University; Th Bhubon, Pradhan Bamon Kampu GP; W Birlal, Pradhan Uchekon Nongchup GP; and S Jugeshor, Advisor OLA were the dignitaries of the program held at the premises of the Association. During the occasion, students who secured high marks in this year's exams conducted by BOSEM, COHSEM and CBSE were awarded, and Sudhirkumar and Dhanabir of Thoubal Police were felicitated in appreciation of their successful effort in nabbing an army Colonel and six other accomplices from Pallel along with huge quantity of pseudoephedrine drugs.
TSA hosts get-together Imphal, June 30 2013:
The first get-together function of some 'sister tribes' of Manipur was organised at Koirengei, Imphal West under the aegis of the Thadou Students' Association (TSA), general headquarters on Saturday. During the function, the participants reaffirmed the common brotherhood and solemnly pledged to work hand in hand in happiness and grief. At the first get-together event, which will be held biannually, took several resolutions. The next get-together function will be held in Churachandpur district, they agreed.
It was attended by president of Siamsin Pawlpi (Paite tribe students), general headquarters, president of Tedim Chin Students' Association (Chin tribe students), General Headquarters, president of Gangte Students' Organisation (Gangte Tribe Students), General Headquarters, president of Thadou Students' Association, general headquarters and president of Aimol Students' Association, general headquarters. The participants also appealed to all those who could not present in the get-together function to take part in its next edition.
UPF running out of patience Imphal, June 30 2013:
The United Peoples Front (UPF), one of the two umbrella organizations of Kuki underground outfits under Suspension of Operation (SoO), has resolved to boycott the Congress (I) Party in Kuki inhabited areas in the coming Lok Sabha election if the political dialogues with the Government of India are not initiated at the earliest. A statement in this regard, Secretary of Information and Publicity of UPF C Robinson Thadou said that the organization is peeved at the apathy of the Union and State Governments which have failed to address several issues of the outfits under SoO despite repeated assurances. Like an obedient citizen of India and also believing in the democracy and Constitution, UPF entered into the tripartite SoO agreement with the Centre and the State Governments on August 22, 2008 and continue to remain steadfastly adhering to the agreement till today. However, since the Government is not keeping its words, UPF now holds the view that it is free to choose any course of action in future, Robinson stated. He lamented that the political talks have not been initiated and no interlocutor has been appointed so far even if Joint Secretary of Ministry of Home Affairs (Northeast in-charge) Shambu Singh and State officials led by Principal Secretary (Home) Dr Suresh Babu made a firm assurance on starting the political talks during a meeting held on January 3 this year. In another meeting with Joint Monitoring Group (JMG) members of UPF on February 23 early this year, Shambu Singh again assured that the appointment of interlocutor would be completed after the winter session of the Indian Parliament or by February 29 this year, Robinson recalled, adding that all these assurances have, however, vanished into the thin air. The statement further said that the UPF had signed the agreement for extension of SoO in December 2012 with the hope that the Government would deal with them sincerely and honestly. However, stipends for the cadres have not paid since December last year and infrastructures and other requirements at the designated camps have not been fulfilled by the Government. So, taking serious note over the development, a meeting of UPF held on June 26, 2013 has expressed its happiness over the inordinate delay in starting the political dialogues. The meeting also expressed displeasure over the conduct of the Government in making a hue and cry whenever some small incidences of SoO ground rules violation is committed by the cadres while totally ignoring all the violations committed by the Government, the statement alleged. Pointing out some of the alleged violations committed by the Government, the UPF statement mentioned that the meeting of JMG which is supposed to be held regularly at least once a month has been stopped for the last 7 months, payment of the meagre to the cadres is not regular and the same has been stopped since December last year, although time and gain, the Government uses the issue stipend as a propaganda to tarnish the image of UGs in the eyes of the public. The UPF further resolved that it would be compelled to review the SoO agreement in case nothing is done before the next SoO extension meeting on August 22 this year. It has also resolved that no more camp inspection and verification of the cadres in the designated camps would be permitted until all the pending stipend amounts are cleared. Furthermore, the organization has warned the Government of dire consequences if no concrete step is taken up till August this year. The meeting also appointed C-in-C of KRA (U) C Robinson Thadou as the Secretary of Information and Publicity, UPF, the statement added.
Leaked MMS scandal :: Irate locals try to set ablaze Ccpur PS Imphal, June 30 2013:
Following filming of a couple having sex in the restricted area of Khuga Dam and spreading the video clip on social networking sites allegedly by some IRB personnel, irate residents of Churachandpur town tried to set ablaze Churachandpur Police Station demanding action against the involved IRB personnel today evening. According to sources, a married woman and a man were caught having sex inside the restricted area of Khuga Dam by the personnel of 1st IRB who were guarding the Dam about one month back. The IRB personnel reportedly captured the act on their mobile phones. The IRB personnel told the couple that their immoral act was punishable under the Indian law and so they should be handed over to Police. However, the couple pleaded to the IRB personnel not to handover them to the Police.
In the recent few days, the sex video of the couple went viral on social networking sites. The couple was caught and questioned by social organizations of Churachandpur after seeing them in the video. The couple disclosed that the video was filmed by the personnel of 1st IRB who Women's organizations and other social organizations in Churachandpur have been pressuring the Police since yesterday to arrest the IRB personnel involved in filming and spreading the video. The Police then filed an application to the CO of 1st IRB to handover the three personnel involved in the scandal. Subsequently, they were handed over to Churachandpur Police today. Two out of the three personnel are in the rank of Havildar who hail from Churachandpur district itself, while the other personnel is a rifleman from the valley, police sources said. A large number of men and women stormed Churachandpur Police Station at around 6 pm today demanding the three IRB personnel to be handed over to them. They even tried to break the main gate of the Police Station. Reinforcement of police force was called in to control the mob. More than 100 rounds were blank fired by the police to disperse the mob. However, the mob became more furious and started to hurl petrol bombs towards the Police Station. Fire broke out inside the campus of the Police Station, but the police personnel managed to douse the fire and prevented the Station from arson. Meanwhile, the police have shifted the three IRB personnel to some safe Police Station in valley area after the mob was put under control. NE girls harassed by CISF constable at IGI Airport Dimapur, June 30 2013:
Three girls from the North East region were allegedly harassed at Indira Gandhi International Airport in New Delhi on Saturday. New Delhi based North East Helpline informed Newmai News Network this evening that on June 29 between 1 pm and 2 pm, three girls from Northeast India were allegedly harassed by a CISF constable, Ram Chander Chaudhury at IGI domestic airport. "The three girls were harassed by the constable while they were waiting for their siblings coming from Imphal to Delhi by Indigo flight which was to arrive at 1:30pm at the airport. The girls told the North East Helpline that Ram Chander Chaudhury, a CISF constable came and asked the girls, 'Why are you sitting here for so long?' and when they replied that they were waiting for a flight then he continued asking unnecessary things 'Which flight, show me your Identity cards' . "There were many people sitting near us, some have been sitting longer than us but Ram Chander Chaudhury didn't ask anything from them. We were too shocked that he was targeting only us since we look different. He took advantage of our young age and different looks from the rest of other Indians sitting nearby us. His intention was to stalk us as he was roving his eyes all over our bodies while abusively demanding to show him our identity cards," the NE Helpline said while quoting the three girls. The North East Helpline has urged the Ministry of Home Affairs (Govt of India) and any concerned authorities dealing with CISF Vigilance at IGI airport to take strong action against Ram Chander Chaudhury for harassing and stalking the three NE young girls on June 29 . "This is not the first time, there have been many unreported incidents in the past where NE community were harassed by the security personnel and airline officials as well in IGI airport, New Delhi. The North East Helpline also sought clarification from the concerned authorities whether there is such rules imposed to people who look different especially the Northeast community to be harassed in this way. And this incident happened while Ram Chander Chaudhury was carrying out his official duty, therefore, we appeal to the concerned authorities to be answerable for the said matter at the earliest," the North East Helpline said.
Class-XI admission problem to be solved Imphal, June 30 2013:
Principals of Higher Secondary Schools, members of All Manipur Government Higher Secondary Lecturers' Welfare Association and Education Minister have resolved to solve the problem of class XI admission in some reputed government higher secondary schools during a joint meeting held at the office chamber of the Minister today. Accordingly, it has been decided that all those students who have scored 57% to 64% marks in class X Board exam and have applied for admission in class XI in TG Hr Secondary School would be admitted under a special arrangement by conducting counseling at the Room No. 3 of the higher secondary from 1st July onwards. Furthermore, the joint meeting has resolved to accommodate those students who have been left out from admission in CC and Johnstone Hr Sec Schools in the same institutes itself and to commence academic session for class XI from 12th July in all the Hr Sec schools, according to a statement issued by All Manipur Government Higher Secondary Lecturers' Welfare Assn.
Women bodies for strong action against rapists Imphal, June 30 2013:
Several women organizations including AMKIL, Poirei Leimarol, KANGLAMEI, KAMA and CHITUWA have demanded the State government to take strong action against one Naorem Pritam of Nongmeibung Pung Makhong and his accomplices who have been accused of kidnapping and gang-raping a minor girl at Paona Bazar, Masjid Road on June 28 . A joint meeting of women's organizations was held at the office of Zeliangrong Union at Kakhulong here today. The meeting resolved to form a Joint Action Committee (JAC) under the name of JAC Against Inhuman Kidnapping and Gang-rape at Masjid Road. The women's organizations further resolved to launch stern agitations demanding the State government to apprehend the culprits and give them strictest punishment. Talking to media persons, Convenor of JAC Kakomlunglu Kamei said that just after sentencing the rapists of a woman U-morok seller, another minor girl has been gang raped by six men right in the heart of Imphal City. The organizations have found involvement of one Naorem Pritam and five of his friends behind this heinous crime, she noted. She further warned the locality of Naorem Pritam not to cover up his misdeeds and appealed to render utmost to the JAC in delivering justice to the minor girl.
Irked over police high-handedness, CPI presses for designated sites for protests Imphal, June 30 2013:
Taking serious note over the excesses being committed by State police forces against anyone dare to launch protest in the State, Communist Party of India (CPI), Manipur State Council demanded the State Government to provide or designate certain areas where the people can take out protest rallies or stage sit-in-protest demonstrations.
In connection with this demand, a memorandum was submitted to the Chief Minister yesterday. CPI, Manipur State Unit has also enumerated various other demands in the same memorandum. Addressing media persons in this regard at Irabot Bhawan here today, Dr M Nara, Secretary of CPI, Manipur State Unit informed that a delegation of the party submitted the memorandum to the Chief Minister yesterday and discussed various demands put forward by the party with the Chief Minister during the meeting. Dr Nara said that the Chief Minister was apprised about the incident wherein State police resorted to firing tear gas shells during a protest rally organized by CPI, state unit recently.
Taking serious note over such highhandedness of the State police, which is condemnable in the strongest term, the Chief Minister was also pressed for providing or designating certain areas where people can freely demonstrate sit-ins or carry out protest rallies, Dr Nara disclosed. He also explained that other points highlighted in the memorandum submitted to the Chief Minister included demands for taking up action against the police personnel responsible for firing tear gas shells that led to injury of one CPI activist during the protest rally taken out on June 20; to repeal AFSPA and save the life of Irom Chanu Sharmila; to reintroduced Inner Line Permit (ILP) system in the State for saving the indigenous people, to initiate political dialogues with the insurgent groups; to establish Highway Protection Force; to implement laws for prohibiting imposition of bandhs and blockades along NHs; to stop the propose privatization of Health and Power sector; to provide 35 kg of rice at Rs 2 every month in every household and to setup Special Fast Track Courts for dealing with cases of crimes against women. N Mangi, Chairman, Struggle Committee of CPI, Manipur State Unit was also present during the press conference. UG surrendered, hideout busted Imphal, June 30 2013:
An active member of PLA identified as Army no. 2883, S/S L/Corporal Oinam Samananda Singh alias Kanba (33) s/o Oinam Yaima Singh reportedly surrendered to the troops of Red Shield Division yesterday. According to a statement issued by PIB Defence Wing, Samananda surrendered along with one 9 mm Carbine, Magazine and one 9 mm round. He joined the outfit on October 25, 2005 and underwent three months of training at Mendha, Myanmar and later joined 251 Battalion of PLA. Samananda expressed his gratitude towards the Security Forces and Govt for giving him an opportunity to come back to the mainstream, the statement said. Meanwhile, troop of Red Shield Division claimed to have busted a temporary hideout of armed underground groups near Moirang Khunao. According to another statement issued by PIB Defence Wing, after working on input and intercepts for over two months about targeting security forces some UG groups in the areas of Kumbi, Moirang, Sugnu and Dampi, Red Shield Division launched an operation in a Pat area adjacent to Moirang Khunao. The operation led to recovery of four AK 47 rifles, sixteen magazines, 575 rounds of AK 47, five radio sets, a large quantity of explosives including grenades, assorted ammunition of other weapons and war like stores. The success achieved is a result of sustained operations undertaken by Red Shield Division toward ensuring peace in the state, the statement added.
Angom Ranjit conferred with RK Sanatomba Award Imphal, June 30 2013:
The RK Sanatomba Memorial Journalist Award presented by RK Sanatomba Memorial Trust in memory of late RK Sanatomba, Editor of Kangla Lanpung, for the year 2013 has been conferred to Angom Ranjit, Chief Reporter of Poknapham daily. The award presentation ceremony was held at the hall of JN Manipur Dance Academy here today. The award was presented to Angom Ranjit for his writings in investigative journalism. The award carries a cash prize of Rs 20,000, a shawl and a citation. Speaking on the occasion, Prof Gangmumei Kamei stated that without the role media that has been playing in the society, no society can ever exist. A society will cease to exist in the absence of media. As such the general public should be made aware of the daily happenings and others by the media persons without any fear. He also appealed to all concerned not to pose any threats to media persons while performing their duties. Only when the media persons are set free in performing their duties, a society can developed to the fullest, he added. At the outset of the function, people offered floral tributes to the photograph of late RK Sanatomba as mark of respect to the departed soul. Apart from releasing the volume 7 issue 2 of Kangla Lanpung journal, a website kanglalanpung.org was also launched on the occasion. Social Activist Thounaojam Iboyaima and Dr H Dwijashekhar Sharma were among other dignitaries who were present.
Auto driver found murdered, bandh called Imphal, June 30 2013:
An auto driver was found murdered near Khuman Palli Water Reservoir under Imphal Police Station at around 11 am here today. The deceased driver has been identified as Laishangbam Deben (45), s/o (late) N Thoiba of Mantripukhri Lamlongei. He was operating his auto between Heingang and Imphal. The dead body was found by some persons who came to fetch water from the reservoir. The police have picked up the body and deposited at the mortuary of RIMS for post-mortem. Deben sustained deep injuries on his head, possibly hit by some blunt objects. A case has been registered by the police in connection with the incident. Meanwhile, locals of Lamlongei convened an emergency meeting and formed the JAC Against Brutal Killing of Laishangbam Deben. The irate locals of Lamlongei Mantripukhri blocked National Highway No. 39 demanding the State government to find out the culprits. The JAC has refused to take the dead body until the culprits are arrested and punished. The JAC has also announced its decision of calling a bandh along the National Highway 2 (Imphal-Dimapur Road) with effect from 1 pm of July 1 to 6 pm of the following day. On the other hand, a girl was killed after she was knocked down by a bus along Tiddim Road near the Main Gate of Imphal Airport at around 11.30 am today. The deceased girl has been identified as Thoudam Dayani (18), d/o Th Yaibi of Patsoi Part-IV .
DESAM all set to launch mass rally Imphal, June 30 2013:
Carrying forwards its Disturbance Free Education Zone Campaign, Democratic Students' Alliance of Manipur (DESAM) is all set to launch a mass rally at three different places in the State on July 5 . Talking to media persons in this regard at its office here today, General Secretary of DESAM A Thoithoi said DESAM has been making consistent effort to make education a free zone. In continuation of this effort, it has decided to carry out a mass public rally on July 5 in three different places namely Imphal West, Thoubal and Bishnupur. For Imphal West, the rally will start from THAU ground and proceed till Khuman Lampak Main Stadium. For Thoubal district, it will commence from Chaoyaima Higher Secondary and conclude at BASU Khangabok ground and for Bishnupur, the rally will be flagged off from Bishnupur Mini Stadium and conclude at SLO Ground, Bishnupur ward number 2, Thoithoi informed. He also appealed to all the people for support and co-operation in making the campaign a success. Islamuddin, President of DESAM, was also present during the press conference.
ANSAM to enforce NSF bandh in state too Dimapur/Senapati, June 30 2013:
The All Naga Students Association, Manipur (ANSAM) as its part of supporting the Naga Students Federation (NSF) sponsored 12-hour bandh in 'Naga areas' on July 1 (Monday) has announced that it will imposed bandh in 'Naga areas' of Manipur. The NSF has announced to call bandh from 6 am to 6 pm 'Naga areas' bandh on Monday strong resentment against the incessant clashes and killings amongst the underground factions, imposition of illegal taxation by the Naga undergrounds, against all arbitrary harassment and threatening the lives of innocent civilians and also the recent attempt on life of federation official. The NSF has also taken strong exception to the life attempt on one of its functionary Christopher Angami by one of the cadres of a Naga underground outfit in Kohima.
IMC must generate sufficient revenue first: MLA Ibomcha Imphal, June 30 2013:
MLA of Keishamthong Assembly Constituency Laishom Ibomcha has pointed out that Imphal Municipal Council (IMC) must generate sufficient revenue first to make its functioning effective. He was speaking as Chief Guest of the inaugural function of a market shed at Keishamthong Hodam Leikrak here today. The market shed has been constructed under the supervision of Councillor of Ward No. 11 Ph Memchatombi with funding from Planning and Development Authority (PDA), Manipur. MLA Ibomcha further stated that the IMC would not be able to function properly if it is short of revenue. It can start licensing of fish and meat markets, he noted. He also appealed to the IMC authorities to keep Imphal City neat and clean. Speaking on the occasion Director of Department of Municipal Administration, Housing & Urban Development (MAHUD) N Geetkumar said that offices of Ward Development Committees cannot be opened up, but the IMC is managing to run the offices on monthly rent of Rs. 3000 each. Moreover, the Council is facing problems in keeping Imphal City neat and clean. The work of cleaning up garbages is likely to be handed over to a private firm in 2021, he added. The inaugural function was also attended by Chairperson of IMC A Nimai, Vice-Chairperson Thambaljao Phaomei, Councillor Memchatombi, Chairman of PDA S Sunderlal and Executive Officer of IMC W Rajen.
Ex-MLA Paolen Haokip passes away Imphal, June 30 2013:
Paolen Haokip, who had served the State as an MLA right from the time when Manipur was a Territorial Council till it gained statehood, passed away yesterday. He was 95 .
The last rites of the deceased was held at his home place in Saitu today where Outer MP Thagso Baite; IFC Minister Ngamthang Haokip, members of various Kuki NGOs and CSOs took part in the funeral service. Speaking on the occasion, Minister Ngamthang Haokip described Paolen Haokip as a very imminent and important person among the Kuki brethrens. "Paolen Kuki was not only an MLA but also the leader of Kuki National Assembly, a political party. His demise is not only a loss to his family members but also to the whole society", the Minister observed.
Paolen Haokip was the eldest son of late Luntong Haokip. He joined Indian National Congress in 1957 and remained as a loyal congressman till 1973. Right from the time when Manipur was a Territorial Council, he served the people as the MLA of Churachandpur from 1957 to 1972 . And after Manipur attained Statehood, he was elected as an MLA from Saitu A/C in 1973 . Handloom Convention moots state policy Imphal, June 30 2013:
The Handloom Convention, 2013 which was held under the joint aegis of Manipur Apex Handloom Weavers and Handicrafts Artisans Cooperative Society and Handloom Promotion Council has resolved to press the concerned authority to set up various institutions for promotion of handloom along with formulating a Handloom Policy of the State.
Other resolutions adopted by the Handloom Convention, 2013 which was held at Lamyanba Shanglen in Palace Compound today included to increase the wages of handloom weavers and artisans and to have a Handloom Advisory Board to protect and preserve the old designs of the various communities in the State. Mutua Bahadur, Director of Mutua Museum, who was present at the convention, stated that we need to preserve, protect and use the indigenous handloom products of the State. It would be very useful if the handloom products of the State are widely used in the rooms of Minister and MLAs instead of using the products brought from outside the State. He also appealed to the handloom weavers and artisans to stick to the indigenous designs of the State instead of adopting the designs of other people. Chingtam Luwang of Handloom Promotion Council pointed out that even though top government officials of the State always highlighted the importance of handloom products while speaking at various public functions, they never care to make any serious efforts for the development and promotion of the handloom products. No separate institution of handloom has been set up in the State in spite of consistent demands and various agitations launched, he added. The inaugural function of the Handloom Convention was attended by H Rajendra, Retired Assistant Director of Weavers Service Centre and S Inaobi, retired Deputy Director of Manipur Development Society as Chief Guest and functional President respectively. N Leibakleima Devi, Chairperson, Manipur State Social Welfare Board was also present on the occasion as Guest of Honour.
MCS topper feted by women's orgn Imphal, June 30 2013:
The 6th Meritorious Award of All Women's Development Society was presented in a function held at Lamlongei Mantripukhri Community Hall here today. The award function was attended by MLA of Heingang Constituency Nongthombam Biren as Chief Guest and retired Associate Professor Waribam Sanggaijaobi as President, while Director of JN Manipuri Dance Academy Dilip Mayengbam, General Secretary of All Manipur Private Schools' Welfare Association N Rameshwar, Secretary General of AMADA Ph Phoni Meetei, Member of Ema Phouoibi Lai Committee N Lakshman and MCS topper Bidyarani Ayekpam as Guests of Honour. The topper of Manipur Civil Services Examination, 2012 Ayekpam Bidyarani was honoured with a special award on the occasion, while her parents were presented with the award of "Best Father and Best Mother of Heingang Constituency" . The first divisioners in Class X and XII examinations from Lamlongei area were also felicitated with cash prizes and certificates. Speaking on the occasion, MLA N Biren stressed on the importance of education in the development of a country, and appealed to the students to work hard with dedication to make the State peaceful and progressive.
Oppn to Palace take over unabated Imphal, June 30 2013:
Decrying the State Cabinet's decision to take over the Sana Konung (Royal Palace) and shift out the King to some other place for developing the Palace into a historical monument, different organizations congregated at the Palace to denounce the decision and reaffirm the pledge to safeguard it from the clutches of State Government.
Speaking to media persons, Salam Dhanachandra, a leader of Khana Chaoba Wangpurel Sintha Apunba, said that the Meetei community would eventually vanish if the Monarchy is abolished. So, the State Cabinet decision to take over the Sana Konung and shift out the King from the Palace cannot be accepted by the people at all. He further maintained that he would have appreciated the Government if it had decided to render possible assistances in the development of the Palace rather taking over it. Sugnu Hanjaba Angom Purnachandra contended that the King and Queen still rule in the United Kingdom. The World recognizes the King of Manipur. The decision of the State government is totally against the aspirations of the people. Members of Sana Konung Semgat Lup were also present in the protest meeting.
84 power theft cases settled Imphal, June 30 2013:
Manipur State Legal Service Authority (MSLSA) organised a Lok Adalat to settle cases related to electricity theft and motor accident claim cases at Cheirap Court Complex here today. During the Lok Adalat in all four benches were set up to settle the cases. The first bench comprising M Manojukumar Singh, District judge of Manipur East; Y Rother, CJM, Churachanpur and Lanleima, JMFC, Kangpokpi and the second bench comprising U Kol Singh, Retd. District Judge; Quyum, Advocate and M Bahadur Singh, Advocate settled cases of electricity theft while the third bench of Ph Surendra Singh, Retd. District Judge; Binny Ngangom, CJM, Tamenglong and Ph Binodini Devi, Advocate dealt with motor vehicle claims under New India Assurance Co. Ltd.) iv) and the fourth bench comprising A Noutuneshwari Devi, CJM, Thoubal; L Binoy Singh, Advocate and Ph Sundari Devi, Advocate looked after motor vehicle claim cases related to Oriental Insurance Co. Ltd.) . In all 84 electricity theft cases were settled and disposed off thereby collecting a sum of Rs 2,01, 800 as fine. For claim cases relating to Oriental Insurance Co. Ltd. 16 cases were amicably settled and a sum of Rs 27, 40, 000 was awarded as compensation to the aggrieved parties. With regard to cases related of New India Assurance Co. Ltd., 49 cases were settled with a total award of Rs 43,93, 000. The highest compensation settled today was to the tune of Rs 5 lakh.
 Body building Imphal, June 30 2013:
Five State body builders have been short-listed to take part in the trial selection contest to prepare the Indian team for the Aug 27-Sept 2 Mr/Miss Asia competi- tion at Vietnam and Nov 13-18 world Body Building Championship at Budaroas, Hungary. The five were selected to attend the trial contest on July 27 at Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu after a selection competition was conducted by All Manipur Gymnasium Welfare Association at Wangkhei Puja Lampak today. The selected body builders are W Kiran Singh and Th Athoi Singh of Unique Gym for Mr Asia (Jr) and Mr World (jr); N Landon Singh of Oylmpian Gym for Mr Asia & World (Sr); P Romesh Meitei of Pamkhal Gym for Mr Asia/World (Masters); and K Rebika Devi of Royal Gym for Miss Asia/World (Sr) .
State boxing Imphal, June 30 2013:
Imphal West pugilists bagged six gold medals in sub-junior boys category on the fourth day of the State Level Boxing Championship currently underway at Khuman Lampak Boxing Arena. Out of 22 bouts conducted today, 18 of them featured summit clashes in different weight categories of sub-junior boys competition. With five top podium finishes Imphal East boxers are in second position while Bis-hnupur district pugilists are occupying the third spot with four wins. Final bouts in sub-junior boys competition are still on at the time of filing this report.
National taekwondo Imphal, June 30 2013:
With the addition of seven medals, including five gold and two bronze, on the final day today host Manipur emerged as the champions of the 33rd National Taekwondo championship organised by Manipur Taekwon- do Federation at Khuman Lam-pak indoor Stadium since June 28 .
Final Medal Tally Football norms Imphal, June 30 2013:
Consequent to the AIFF notifying that Centralised Players Registration System would come into force from July 15, All Manipur Football Association has informed DFAs/DSAs to ensure that their respective players comply with the registration norms within July 14 . The system will generate Unique Identity for all players after which a player would would be considered eligible for participation in tournaments, said an AMFA release adding that further details may be had from its Mapal Kangjeibung office.
Manipur wins team champion at 33rd National Taekwondo Imphal, June 30 2013:
The 33rd National Taekwondo Championship-2013 concluded today at Khuman Lampak Indoor Stadium with Manipur winning the overall team championship title. In the three-day long national championship (28-30 June, 2013), Manipur collected in all 36 medals including 23 gold, 09 silver and 4 bronze while Haryana secured second spot with 35 medals and Chhattisgarh has to be contented with third spot with 29 medals. Md Salam (Junior Male feather 51-55 KG); RK Dhanajit (Senior Male Black belt Heavy over 87 KG); M Romio Singh (Senior Male Black Belt Middle 80-87 Kg); Md Aziz Khan (Senior Male Black Belt Feather 53-68Kg) and L Meghachandra (Senior Male Black Belt Bantam 58-63 Kg) fetched gold for Manipur on the last day of the championship today.
Sushila Chanu To Lead India Hockey Team Imphal, June 30 2013:
P. Sushila Chanu of Manipur will lead the Indian women Hockey Team in the FIH Women's Junior World Cup Hockey to be held from 27th July to 4th August 2013 at Monchengladbach in West Germany. Four women players from Manipur have been selected to participate in the Women's Junior World Cup Hockey. They are Th. Pinky Devi (Defender), P. Sushila Chanu (Midfielder), Lily Chanu Mayengbam (Forward) and N. Sanarik Chanu (Golekeeper). Sushila Chanu will be the team captain of the 18-member squad.
India is placed in pool C along with New Zealand, Australia and Russia. India team will play the opening match with Australia on 27th July and it would be followed by games with New Zealand on 28th July and Russia on 30th July. In a statement issued by its Secretary Ksh. Romesh Singh, Posterior Hockey Academy Manipur (PHAM) has congratulated the players for their selection in India Team and prayed for their success. Exhibition match: FPAI XI edges out MDS XI 1-0 Imphal, June 30 2013:
Hundreds of football lovers turned up to witness the much awaited Football Exhibition Match of Football Players' Association of India (FPAI) XI led by Baichung Bhutia and Chargers XI led by Potsangbam Renedy Singh at Khuman Lampak Main Stadium today. To have a glance of their favourite Indian soccer stars, who played in the match, excited fans gathered at the stadium much before commencement of the play. The exhibition, which was organised by Manipur Development Society (MDS) in association with All Manipur Football Association and Football Edges, Kolkata, begun with an opening play between All Manipur Football Association (AMFA) Junior XI and MDS Junior XI. AMFA XI defeated MDS 3-0. Just after the opening match FPAI XI played with MDS XI, Baichung's team edged out Renedy's team 1-0 . Extending his gratitude to organizers for taking the pain in conducting such exhibition match, Baichung, former Indian Captain, said that Manipur is one of the prolific states in India for sportspersons and such an event would surely provide impetus to young football players.
Body builders selected to represent State Imphal, June 30 2013:
A contest for selection of body builders to represent Manipur in the trial selection for making Indian team to participate in Mr Asia competition to be held at Ho Chi Minh city, Veitnam from August 27 to September 2, 2013 as well as for Mr World Body Building Championship to be held from November 13 to 18, 2013 at Budaors, Hungary was conducted under the aegis of All Manipur Gymnasium Welfare Association at Wangkhei Puja Lampak today. Trial selection contest for finalization of Indian team is scheduled to take place Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu on July 27 next. In the contest for selection of body builders to represent Manipur in the Trial Selection Contests for Indian team, W. Kiran Singh and Th Athoi Singh, both of United Gym, have been selected for the Jr. Mr. Asia & Jr. Mr. World category, N. Landon Singh of Olympian Gym Kakching for the Sr. Mr. Asia & Sr. Mr. World, P. Romesh Meitei of Pamkhal Gym for the Master Mr. Asia & Mr. World and K. Rebika Devi of Royal Gym for the Sr. Miss Asia & Sr. Miss World category.
Death of hockey player condoled Imphal, June 30 2013:
South East Youth Organisation (SEYO), Singjamei Wangma Kshetri Leikai has mourned the sudden demise of Hockey player W Herojit Singh. A condolence meeting was held at the club building of SEYO with its President AK Sanaton in the chair today and observed two minutes silence as mark of respect to the departed soul. Waribam Herojit Singh of Lairikyengbam Leikai, Imphal East, was holding the post of Honorary Secretary of Manipur Hockey, according to a statement issued by General Secretary of SEYO Ksh Sopen Singh.
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