Satellite Imagery Proves It: Ex‑Manipur CM Defends Anti‑Poppy Drive Amid Deforestation Reports
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Satellite Imagery Proves It: Ex‑Manipur CM Defends Anti‑Poppy Drive Amid Deforestation Reports

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”…

Manipur’s Green Revolution: 300 Trees Planted on World Environment Day, 2,000 More on the Horizon
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Manipur’s Green Revolution: 300 Trees Planted on World Environment Day, 2,000 More on the Horizon

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…

Congress Leadership Engages with Manipur Leaders Amid Ongoing Crisis
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Congress Leadership Engages with Manipur Leaders Amid Ongoing Crisis

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…

Manipur: Four PLA Cadres Arrested for Extortion in Imphal Valley
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Manipur: Four PLA Cadres Arrested for Extortion in Imphal Valley

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…

Manipur: Rs 17 Crore Guwahati-Bound Brown Sugar Seized in Kangpokpi; Two Arrested
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Manipur: Rs 17 Crore Guwahati-Bound Brown Sugar Seized in Kangpokpi; Two Arrested

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…

Obesity and Overweight: A Global Health Crisis in 2025

Obesity and Overweight: A Global Health Crisis in 2025

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…

Top 25 Emerging Technology Trends and Jobs in 2025: What You Need to Know

Top 25 Emerging Technology Trends and Jobs in 2025: What You Need to Know

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…

Manipur Rifleman Allegedly Dies by Suicide at Sugnu Outpost
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Manipur Rifleman Allegedly Dies by Suicide at Sugnu Outpost

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…

Manipur Governor Reviews Loktak Lake Conservation Amid Rising Floodwaters
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Manipur Governor Reviews Loktak Lake Conservation Amid Rising Floodwaters

News Summary On June 4, 2025, Manipur Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla convened a crucial meeting with the Loktak Development Authority (LDA) at Raj Bhavan, Imphal, to assess the progress of the Integrated Management Plan (IMP) for Loktak Lake. This review comes in the wake of escalating water levels due to seasonal floods. The Governor emphasized…

Flash Floods Wreak Havoc in Manipur: Over 1.6 Lakh Affected, 35,193 Houses Damaged
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Flash Floods Wreak Havoc in Manipur: Over 1.6 Lakh Affected, 35,193 Houses Damaged

News Summary In early June 2025, Manipur faced devastating flash floods that affected over 1.6 lakh people and damaged more than 35,000 houses. The floods, triggered by relentless monsoon rains, led to widespread displacement and significant infrastructural damage. Relief efforts are underway, with authorities setting up camps and providing essential aid to the affected populations…