The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has issued an advisory directing all milk producers and milk vendors to obtain mandatory FSSAI registration or a license before starting or continuing their food business operations. The directive applies to individual milk producers, private dairy operators, and milk vendors, particularly those not affiliated with dairy cooperative societies. The move aims to strengthen food…

The Manipur Legislative Assembly on Wednesday passed the Manipur Appropriation (No. 1) Bill, 2026, enabling the state government to utilise funds approved in the Budget for governance and development activities. During the session, Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh also briefed the House on steps being taken to update the state’s electoral rolls. The Chief Minister informed the Assembly that the state…

The Government of Manipur has earmarked ₹914 crore for road infrastructure development in the 2026–27 State Budget, with a strong focus on improving connectivity across both hill and valley regions. Announcing the allocation in the Manipur Legislative Assembly, Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh said the funds would be utilised under the Public Works Department (PWD) and the Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY). The investment is part…

The Government of Manipur has earmarked ₹734 crore in the State Budget for 2026–27 to support the rehabilitation and resettlement of internally displaced persons (IDPs) affected by the ethnic violence in the state. Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh announced the allocation on Monday while participating in the discussion on the Governor’s Address during the seventh session of the 12th Manipur Legislative Assembly in Imphal. The Chief Minister emphasised that…

A woman from Manipur and her transgender friend from Assam were allegedly assaulted near the Saket District Court Complex in South Delhi on Sunday evening after they objected to inappropriate remarks made by a group of men, according to police. Authorities from the Delhi Police have launched an investigation into the incident and are working to identify the suspects…

Six candidates from Manipur have successfully cleared the prestigious Union Public Service Commission Civil Services Examination (CSE) 2025, the results of which were declared on Friday. The achievement has brought pride to the state and highlighted the determination and academic excellence of its young aspirants. The Civil Services Examination is one of the most competitive examinations in…

Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla has allocated portfolios to members of the Manipur State Cabinet on the advice of Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand, according to an official order issued from Raj Bhavan. The allocation formalises the distribution of key departments among senior ministers, setting the administrative framework for governance in the state. ⸻ Key Portfolio Allocations • Govindas Konthoujam has…

The British Academy of Film and Television Arts (BAFTA) is facing criticism after removing the acceptance speech of Manipuri filmmaker Lakshmipriya Devi from its official social media platforms, days after her film Boong made history at the BAFTA Awards. As of now, BAFTA has not issued any official explanation for the removal. However, the controversy has sparked debate over possible reasons and broader concerns…