Imphal: Federal Medical and Biological Agency (FMBD) has announced that Enteromix, an mRNA cancer vaccine developed by Russia, is now ready for clinical trials. The announcement came during the 10th Eastern Economic Forum in Vladivostok (3–6 September), where over 8,400 delegates from 75 countries gathered under the theme “The Far East: Cooperation for Peace and…
Imphal: Renowned fashion designer from Manipur and handloom entrepreneur Robert Naorem continues to promote the region’s rich textile heritage on the global stage. Naorem on Saturday showcased his latest collection at an exclusive international fashion event organized by the World Fashion Council and the International Model Council at the WestCord Fashion Hotel in Amsterdam, Netherlands….
Imphal: Assam Rifles seized a large consignment of 350 sacks of illegal areca nuts worth Rs 2.4 crore in Khuga village, Churachandpur district, Manipur, on Sunday. On November 1, three goods carrier trucks and one Tata DI, loaded with illegal areca nuts, attempted to pass through Khuga Village around 2 am. Acting on specific intelligence…
Dr. N. Munal Meitei Environmentalist, email- nmunall@yahoo.in The International Day for Preservation of Ozone Layer is marked on 16 September, 2024 has the theme, “Montreal Protocol: Advancing Climate Actions” with the slogan, “Ozone for life.” The ozone layer, a fragile shield of gas, protect the Earth from harmful ultraviolet rays (UV-B) of wavelength 310-280 nm…
Dr. N. Munal Meitei, Environmentalist, email-nmunall@yahoo.in International Primate Day is observed on 1st September since 2005 to honor, learn and take action for our planet’s diverse array of primates. Primates, ranging from charismatic chimpanzees, orangutans and the gentle gorillas to the elusive monkeys and the wisest great ape human. They inhabit in various ecosystems, from…
Dr. N. Munal Meitei, Environmentalist, email-nmunall@yahoo.in Winners don’t wait for chances but take them. Sports play a significant role in our present world. A person who engages himself in sports sustains a healthy and wealthy lifestyle. It not only to foster health but keeps our mind fit. Outstanding achievements knock on the door when one…
Dr. N. Munal Meitei, Environmentalist, email-nmunall@yahoo.in World Photography Day takes place on August 19 as a worldwide celebration of the art, craft, science and history of photography. Since the early 19th century, photography has become an ever-increasing medium of personal expression and appreciation for countless people. The theme for this year is “An Entire Day”….
Dr N. Munal Meitei, Environmentalist, Email: nmunall@yahoo.in World Honey Bees Day is celebrated on 17, the 3rd Saturday of August and World Bees Day is observed on May 20. There are 20,000 different species of bees around the world but only 7 of them are honeybees. Today is again International Homeless Animals’ Day. We often…
Dr. N. Munal Meitei Environmentalist, email- nmunall@yahoo.in International Youth Day is organised on 12 August since 2000 to celebrate the contribution that the youth make in education, employment, conflict resolution, social justice and environmental protection. The theme for this year is, “From Clicks to Progress: Youth Digital Pathways for Sustainable Development.” This theme highlights the…
Dr. N. Munal Meitei, Environmentalist, email -nmunall@yahoo.in Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas observed World Biofuel Day on 10 August to popularise the uptake of blending biofuel in India – the world’s third largest oil consumer. Biofuels are environment-friendly liquid fuels derived from biological materials like agricultural waste, trees, crops or even grass including algae…
