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A devastating fire, reportedly triggered by multiple LPG cylinder explosions, destroyed five commercial shops at Tampi Junction in the Chakpikarong subdivision of Manipur’s Chandel district on Monday evening, July 27, causing extensive property damage. According to officials and local residents, the blaze erupted in a row of shops situated within a residential compound owned by…
Imphal, Manipur | July 27: Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh on Sunday congratulated Manipuri weightlifters Saikhom Mirabai Chanu and Chanambam Rishikanta Singh for their outstanding performances at the Commonwealth Games 2026 in Glasgow, where the duo secured gold and silver medals, respectively, bringing pride to both Manipur and the nation. The two athletes delivered exceptional performances on the international stage, further…
Imphal, Manipur | July 27: The Working Committee of Kuki Civil Society Organisations (WC-KCSOs), Ukhrul, has announced a counter economic blockade on National Highway-202 (NH-202), demanding the uninterrupted movement of essential commodities to Kuki-Zo inhabited areas. According to a statement issued by the committee on Sunday, the blockade came into effect from midnight of July 26 and will continue until the government…
Glasgow | July 26: Olympic silver medallist Saikhom Mirabai Chanu delivered another historic performance by winning India’s first gold medal at the 2026 Commonwealth Games. The Manipuri weightlifting star claimed the top podium finish in the women’s 48kg weightlifting event, setting a new Commonwealth Games record with a remarkable total lift of 190kg. Despite an early setback in the competition, Mirabai displayed exceptional…
Guwahati, Assam | July 26: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Saturday announced a ₹12 crore relief campaign to support families affected by the ongoing floods, as the state’s flood-related death toll climbed to 66, including one fatality reported from Guwahati Urban. The Chief Minister also appealed to BJP workers and supporters across Assam to actively participate in relief efforts and…
Imphal, Manipur | July 26: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday praised the achievements of Manipur-born astrophysicist Dr. Ronaldo Laishram while highlighting inspiring citizen-led initiatives from across India during the 136th episode of his monthly radio programme, Mann Ki Baat. The Prime Minister showcased remarkable contributions in science, environmental conservation, and sustainable development, drawing examples from Manipur, Gujarat, Bihar, and Uttar Pradesh to…
Imphal, Manipur | July 26: Reaffirming the Manipur Government’s commitment to improving the state’s education sector, Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh on Saturday inaugurated a newly constructed library building at Heirangoithong High School and inspected the progress of infrastructure development at Singjamei Chingamakha High School. The Chief Minister’s visit highlighted the government’s continued efforts to strengthen educational facilities and create a…
New Delhi, July 25: Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigned on Saturday, saying the decision was made to protect students’ future and prevent “anti-national forces” from exploiting the ongoing youth protests at Delhi’s Jantar Mantar. According to the announcement, the resignation came ahead of the third round of talks between the Centre and the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP). Protesters…
Imphal, July 24: The Supreme Court has proposed setting up special courts to conduct day-to-day hearings in criminal cases linked to the 2023 ethnic violence in Manipur, aiming to speed up the judicial process and ensure timely justice for victims. During a hearing on Friday, a Bench comprising Chief Justice Surya Kant, Justice Joymalya Bagchi, and Justice V. Mohana reviewed a batch of petitions…
Imphal, July 24: In a significant boost to wildlife conservation in Manipur, the endangered Asiatic wild dog (Cuon alpinus), commonly known as the dhole, has been recorded for the first time in Shirui Village of Ukhrul district through camera trap monitoring. The rare sighting was documented during a biodiversity survey conducted by the Environmental Force at Grassroot Level (ENFOGAL), a Ukhrul-based…