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News Summary Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways, Nitin Gadkari, has pledged robust support for a series of infrastructure projects in Manipur, focusing on enhancing connectivity and economic growth. In a recent meeting with M. Asnikumar Singh, former Chairman of the Loktak Development Authority, Gadkari reviewed proposals aimed at upgrading the Moirang–Thanga Road, constructing…
Summary The Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) has initiated a trial run of electric passenger trains between Agartala (Tripura) and Arunachal Station near Silchar (Assam), marking a significant advancement in sustainable railway transport in India’s northeast. This trial is part of a ₹46 crore electrification project launched in 2022, aiming to reduce diesel usage, lower carbon…
📰 News Summary On April 15, 2025, the Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region (DoNER) convened an Ambassadors’ Meet in New Delhi, aiming to highlight Northeast India’s vast potential and foster international collaboration. DoNER Minister Jyotiraditya M. Scindia emphasized the region’s strategic importance, rich cultural heritage, and abundant natural resources, positioning it as a…
Summary of the News Article Manipur Governor Anusuiya Uikey has called upon the National Highways and Infrastructure Development Corporation Limited (NHIDCL) to speed up the completion of ongoing highway projects across the state. Stressing the importance of efficient road connectivity, the Governor highlighted how these projects are essential for economic growth, seamless transportation, and the…
On December 21, 2024, Manipur Chief Minister N. Biren Singh participated in the 72nd Plenary Session of the North East Council (NEC) in Agartala. He praised the visionary leadership of Union Home Minister Amit Shah and Prime Minister Narendra Modi, highlighting their transformative “Act East, Act Fast, Act First” policy, which has been instrumental in…
Summary The Border Roads Organization (BRO) has intensified work on fencing the India-Myanmar border near Moreh, Manipur, as part of efforts to strengthen national security and curb illegal cross-border activities. However, this initiative has sparked significant opposition from local communities and civil society organizations, citing concerns about disrupted livelihoods, cultural ties, and disputes over border…
Summary Manipur is experiencing a severe crisis marked by ethnic violence between the Meitei and Kuki communities, which has resulted in loss of lives, widespread displacement, and significant socio-economic disruptions. Congress leaders, including Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi, have actively criticized the central government, particularly Prime Minister Narendra Modi, for what they see as inaction…
Summary of the News The Congress party recently criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi for prioritizing his foreign trip to Laos for ASEAN and East Asia summits while the state of Manipur continues to grapple with ethnic violence and unrest. Senior Congress leaders, including Jairam Ramesh, raised questions about the Prime Minister’s absence from Manipur since…
Summary of the News Article Manipur Chief Minister N. Biren Singh has voiced his strong confidence in the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), attributing the state’s progress and future development to the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Singh praised the initiatives led by the central government and expressed optimism that the BJP’s policies will continue…