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Loktak Lake, the largest freshwater lake in Northeast India and a Ramsar-designated wetland in Manipur, is under severe ecological stress due to worsening water pollution. A recent study by Eliza Khwairakpam (Nagaland University) shows that inflows from nine major rivers—carrying raw sewage, agricultural runoff, saline water intrusion, and heavy silt loads linked to shifting cultivation…
The Deputy Commissioner (DC) of Bishnupur district in Manipur recently inspected multiple water-supply projects under the Jal Jeevan Mission—specifically in Utlou, Khujairok and Toupokpi villages. The inspection focused on the augmentation of water-supply schemes and stressed “timely completion” of works so that rural households get access to safe and piped water. The official dashboard shows…
In the hills of Tengnoupal district (southern Manipur), two endangered Spiny Hill Turtle (scientific name: Heosemys spinosa, locally known as “Thenggu”) were rescued from small streams in the Pallel-hill region. The species is listed as Endangered by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN). Wildlife officials are expressing alarm that the species faces threats from…
A private sleeper bus traveling from Hyderabad to Bengaluru collided with a two-wheeler in Kurnool district, Andhra Pradesh, on October 24–25, 2025, triggering a catastrophic fire that killed 20 people (19 passengers and the two-wheeler rider). Forensics and initial probe say two 12 kV batteries in the bus exploded and a large consignment of 234…
Imphal, October 22, 2025: In a heartfelt celebration of Manipur’s cherished festival of Ningol Chakkouba, communities across Kakching, Pallel, Bijoypur, and Bishnupur District witnessed joyous gatherings organized by the Assam Rifles and the Indian Army. The twin celebrations on October 20 and 22 highlighted unity, cultural pride, and emotional solidarity between the armed forces and the people of Manipur. According to a statement issued by IGAR…
Thuingaleng Muivah, leader of the National Socialist Council of Nagalim‑Isak‑Muivah (NSCN-IM), returned to his native village of Somdal in Ukhrul district, Manipur after 50 years, on October 22, 2025. The 91-year-old veteran insurgent turned peace-negotiator received a massive welcome and used his visit to reaffirm that the Naga national flag and constitution remain non-negotiable in ongoing peace talks…
Esme Singh Shaiza — crowned Miss Shirui Lily 2025 and hailing from Ukhrul district in Manipur — is representing India at the prestigious Miss Friendship International 2025 (MFIP) pageant being held in China (October 15–November 5, 2025). She is showcasing her Tangkhul Naga heritage through traditional attire and symbols while advocating cultural identity, unity, and inclusion. The event is the Miss Friendship…
Ajay Kumar Bhalla, the Governor of Manipur, visited the construction site of what is poised to become the world’s tallest railway pier bridge, located in Noney district. The bridge—rising about 141 metres above the ground—is part of the 111-km long Jiribam–Imphal railway line and is expected to be completed within the current financial year. It will surpass…
In Manipur’s Tamenglong district, 51-year-old ASHA worker Meidinliu Prinmai walked eight hoursover rugged hills to reach remote villages—Attangkhunou and Atangkhullen—to deliver oral polio vaccines as part of the Intensified Pulse Polio Immunization (IPPI) drive. A resident of Atangkhullen (Nenluang) Liangmai, she has served these communities for 13 years. The state launched the Polio Sub-National Immunization Day 2025 targeting over 3.16 lakh children, deploying thousands…
At a one-day workshop titled “She Leads: Strengthening Soft Skills for Stronger Leadership”, organized by the Naga Women’s Union (NWU) in collaboration with the Manipur State Commission for Women (MSCW), Naga women from about 20 different villages gathered in Imphal (Mantripukhri) to stress how essential soft skills like communication, empathy, adaptability, and teamwork are to effective leadership. The workshop’s speakers, including…