MP Angomcha Bimol calls ‘Buffer Zone’ restrictions Unconstitutional and Communal

Imphal: Lok Sabha MP from Inner Manipur, Angomcha Bimol Akoijam, has strongly criticised the enforcement of what he termed an “imaginary and unconstitutional buffer zone” in strife-torn Manipur. This violates Article 19 of the Indian Constitution and fosters communal division, Bimol said. He was talking to reporters at his Imphal residence on Tuesday. He felt frustrated…

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There’s no “German Road” or “Tiger Road” in our ancestral land: ELCCA

Imphal: The Eastern Liangmai Chief/Chairman Association (ELCCA) on Tuesday issued a ‘firm and resolute’ statement in regards to “wishlist” of the Kuki community and the proposed construction of the so-called “German Road” or “Tiger Road,” intended to connect Kangpokpi to Churachandpur through Naga ancestral territories. “Let it be known that there is no such road…

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Uripok body informs Guv of congested bad road with no street light

Imphal: ​Representatives of Uripok Apunba Lup, led by S. Tekendrajit Singh, along with six members also called on Governor at Raj Bhavan, here on Tuesday. The delegation submitted a memorandum outlining various grievances faced by the residents of Uripok Assembly Constituency. Key issues highlighted included the deteriorating condition of roads due to large potholes, non-functional…

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CAU VC apprises Guv of recent initiatives, achievements

Imphal: ​Dr. Anupam Mishra, vice-chancellor of Central Agricultural University (CAU), Imphal, called on Manipur governor, Ajay Kumar Bhalla, at Raj Bhavan, here on Tuesday. During the meeting, Dr. Mishra apprised the governor of the university’s recent initiatives and achievements, particularly in the areas of early childhood nutrition, health economics, nutritional economics, and the quantification of…

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