NSCN (Niki Sumi) member arrested for kidnapping, extortion

Imphal: A member of the NSCN (Niki Sumi) faction was arrested by security forces in Jiribam district on Wednesday for his alleged involvement in a series of kidnappings and extortion activities along National Highway-37. The accused, identified as Gaisinglung Meiringmei alias Ronald, 46, son of Digongthu Meiringmei from Mukti Samjang village under Nungba police station…

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Central Forest Division in action mode to crackdown on illegal hill earth extraction

Imphal: In a resolute move to safeguard the ecological integrity of forest lands, the Central Forest Division has launched a crackdown on illegal excavation activities that have surfaced under the guise of flood-related operations across Manipur. “The division has observed that several individuals and contractors are exploiting the recent floods as a cover to extract…

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Guv reviews Manipur Education system

Imphal: Manipur Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla chaired a meeting at Raj Bhavan here on Thursday and reviewed the prevailing education system, focusing on strengthening the system in the state. Secretary of the Department of Education (Schools), N. Praveen Singh, made a presentation highlighting progress in school enrolment. It also offered a district-wise overview of school…

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Bullet hits farmer

Imphal: A farmer was hit by a bullet allegedly fired by Kuki terrorist while he was working at his paddy field in Phubala of Bishnupur district on Thursday. The farmer was identified as Ningthoujam Biren, 60. He was hit by a bullet on his left arm, and rushed to Bishnupur hospital. About 8-9 rounds were fired…

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‘Governor-in-Council’ meeting ensures effective delivery of public services

Imphal: Governor of Manipur, Ajay Kumar Bhalla, on Wednesday, chaired ‘Governor-in-Council’ meeting held at the conference hall of Raj Bhavan, here. The discussions underscored the government’s commitment to enhancing coordination and ensuring the effective delivery of public services, said a statement released by the governor’s secretariat. The meeting was attended by the chief secretary along…

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