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News Summary In a significant development, rural communities in Manipur are experiencing a transformative change as the Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) brings safe and adequate drinking water directly to their homes through individual tap connections. Despite earlier delays caused by conflict, the implementation of JJM is progressing steadily, marking a new era of convenience and…
Summary of the News In a significant development in Manipur’s ongoing efforts to curb insurgency, security forces have arrested three active members of banned militant groups. The arrests occurred in separate operations across Bishnupur, Kakching, and Imphal West districts. The individuals apprehended are affiliated with the Kangleipak Communist Party—People’s War Group (KCP-PWG) and the United…
Summary of the News ArticleSatellite imagery from the Manipur Remote Sensing Applications Centre (MARSAC), covering late 2023 and early 2024, confirms a sharp reduction in opium poppy cultivation—dropping from nearly 28,600 acres in 2021–22 to approximately 11,300 acres in 2023–24, a 60% decline While former Chief Minister N. Biren Singh hailed this “War on Drugs”…
News Summary On June 5, 2025, in celebration of World Environment Day, three prominent organizations in Manipur—the All Manipur United Clubs’ Organization (AMUCO), Manipuri Students’ Federation (MSF), and Thangmeiband United Club—initiated a significant reforestation effort. They planted approximately 300 saplings around the Cheiraoching foothills in Thangmeiband, Imphal West district. This initiative is part of a…
News Summary On June 5, 2025, Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge and Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi convened a crucial meeting with Manipur Congress leaders at the All India Congress Committee (AICC) headquarters in New Delhi. The discussion centered on the persistent ethnic conflict between the Meitei and Kuki communities that has plagued Manipur since May…
Summary of the News In a significant development, a joint operation by state and central forces in Manipur has led to the arrest of four alleged cadres of the proscribed People’s Liberation Army (PLA) in the Imphal Valley. The individuals were reportedly involved in extensive extortion activities targeting government offices, businesses, and local establishments across…
Summary of the News In a significant crackdown on drug trafficking, Manipur police, in collaboration with the Assam Rifles, intercepted a Guwahati-bound consignment of brown sugar valued at approximately Rs 17 crore in Kangpokpi district. The operation led to the arrest of two individuals, M Ngaiyu Vekhe and A. Dahnii Abraham, both hailing from Thingba…
Summary As of 2022, the World Health Organization (WHO) reports that 1 in 8 people globally are living with obesity. Adult obesity rates have more than doubled since 1990, and adolescent obesity has quadrupled. In 2022, 2.5 billion adults were overweight, with 890 million classified as obese. This alarming trend underscores the urgent need for…
Summary Simplilearn’s latest report on the top 25 emerging technology trends and jobs for 2025 highlights the rapid evolution of the tech landscape. Key trends include Generative AI, Quantum Computing, 5G Expansion, and advancements in Virtual and Augmented Reality. These technologies are not only reshaping industries but also creating new job opportunities in areas like…
News Summary On June 5, 2025, a tragic incident occurred at the Khongnang Khoisabi Sugnu outpost in Manipur’s Kakching district. A 33-year-old rifleman of the 8th Manipur Rifles, identified as K Ibomcha, allegedly died by suicide using his service INSAS rifle. The incident took place while he was on duty. Authorities have registered a case…