August 24, 2012
by Imphal Free Press
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IM not happy with media expressions

Nagaland , DIMAPUR, August 24 (NNN): In its attempt to answer to the seeming verbal attacks on the outfit through media on the question of the freedom of expression, the NSCN-IM asserted today that the outfit is no less than … Continue reading

Racial profiling a reality: Sanayaima

August 23, 2012
by Imphal Free Press
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Racial profiling a reality: Sanayaima

Assam,GUWAHATI, August 23: The Chairman of the banned UNLF RK Meghen alias Sanayaima has appealed to the people of the northeast to start thinking seriously about the future by understanding the general attitude of mainland India. Chairman Sanayaima made the … Continue reading

August 22, 2012
by Snippets from the Net
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Northeast exodus – Facebook to remove content, block pages, disable accounts inciting violence

Aug 22 In the backdrop of appeals by India to remove hate posts, world’s largest social networking website Facebook today said it will remove content, block pages or even disable accounts of those users who upload contents that incite violence or … Continue reading

August 19, 2012
by Snippets from the Net
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Shri N. Thungdemo Kikon of Nagaland among ‘Rajiv Gandhi Manav Seva Award’ 2011 winners

Ministry of Women and Child Development - 19-August, 2012 15:44 IST The winners of the “Rajiv Gandhi Manav Seva Award for Service to Children” for 2011 have been announced by the Ministry of Women and Child Development. They are  1. Shri … Continue reading

The Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Youth Affairs and Sports, Shri Ajay Maken with the Medal Winners of London Olympics 2012, at the felicitation function, organised by the Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports, at Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium, in New Delhi on August 16, 2012. Photo Courtesy: PIB India

August 17, 2012
by Snippets from the Net
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Mary Kom,S Nehwal,Y Dutt,S Kumar,G Narang,V Kumar-Heroes of London Olympics-Felicitated

India: Sports Ministry Felicitate Heroes of London Olympics 2012  Presents Special Cash Awards to Medal Winners Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports16-August, 2012 17:57 IST The Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports felicitated heroes of London Olympics 2012 at a … Continue reading

18 June 2001 uprising Martyrs: A tribute by Mahesh Konsam

June 18, 2012
by Imphal Free Press
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Now is the Time for Unity for Manipur`s Integrity

By Rajkumar Bobichand Due to the geopolitical situation of this part of the world which is presently known as Manipur, its land and people have always been threatened by various forces from many directions within and without. No doubt! The … Continue reading

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June 16, 2012
by Imphal Free Press
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Signs Of The Times

By Humra Quraishi I’m back from Srinagar. In fact, got back only this week-end and even now sitting somewhat lost in what the Valley had to offer. The one big positive for me was my interaction with the enthusiastic students … Continue reading

Manipur Map as seen on Google Maps

June 15, 2012
by kanglaonline
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All Naga Students’ Association, Manipur on 48 HOURS TOTAL BANDH IN NAGA AREAS

PRESS STATEMENT OKING TAHAMZAM,      15TH JUNE, 2012 The All Naga Students’ Association, Manipur (ANSAM) fully endorses the call of the United Naga Council(UNC) for observation of 48 hours total bandh in Naga areas to protest against the lack of sincerity … Continue reading

May 29, 2012
by Imphal Free Press
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Second childhood

By Priyadarshini Laishram And whistles in his sound, Last scene of all That ends this strange eventful history To second childishness and mere oblivion Sans teeth, sans eyes, sans taste, sans everything. ~ William Shakespeare From day one of a … Continue reading

May 16, 2012
by Imphal Free Press
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Indian sports: A defeatist culture

  By Gyanendro Ningombam, Editor of MEEYAM Evening Daily. Who says India is not “MAHAAN”? Yes, it is Mahaan – still Mahaan because the country, in respect of development of science and technology, information technology network, economic growth and foreign … Continue reading

October 22, 2011
by Amar Yumnam
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Governance Focus Right, but Where is the Proof of Direction

By Amar Yumnam The Planning Commission of India has recently presented to the country the Approach Paper to the Twelfth Five Year Plan starting 1 April 2012. With 16 chapters, it is the lengthiest Approach Paper any Indian Plan has … Continue reading

October 13, 2011
by kanglaonline
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STOP WAR: Initiate Political Dialogue

[box color="red"]Statement by Malem Ningthouja, Campaign for Peace & Democracy (Manipur)[/box] 12 October 2011 On the occasion of the NORTH EAST INDIA WOMEN INITIATIVE FOR PEACE Working together for a Vision for Peace in NorthEast India Peace Conference & Livelihood … Continue reading

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September 17, 2011
by Angomcha Bimol Akoijam
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Ten issues/questions to understand the significance of the political premise of AFSPA

  To insist that one must address and understand “Political Premise” of AFSPA is to insist that we must fundamentally know/address the following issues: “Law” is a juridico-political fact, thereby meaning it has a political premise and that must be … Continue reading

Irom Sharmila Chanu who has been fasting for more than a decade to repeal AFSPA

September 15, 2011
by Angomcha Bimol Akoijam
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What the heck do we know of AFSPA?

By: A Bimol Akoijam To all those who seem to have a problem when I talk of “Tragedy of de-linking the political premise of AFSPA” Read the following excerpts: (1) Calling Naxalism a bigger challenge then terrorism and insurgency, Union … Continue reading

September 9, 2011
by Angomcha Bimol Akoijam
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Some Suggestions to Govt. of India on AFSPA

By: A Bimol Akoijam Going by the dominant views, primarily legalistic and devoid of political basis, on AFSPA amongst those who are protesting against the Act in Manipur, sometimes I wonder why the Government of India keeps on complicating the … Continue reading

September 8, 2011
by kanglaonline
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NAGAS STANCE ON SADAR HILLS : A CHRISTIANITY PERSPECTIVE

By: Songthu Raymond Chongloi When Sadar Hills districthood issue begins to catch the headlines of … … some regional dailies I felt the need of understanding some of my Naga colleagues mindsets on the deadlock. The reason : several Naga … Continue reading

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September 7, 2011
by Bibhu Prasad Routray
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Mr. Chidambaram, Time to revisit the strategy in Manipur

  By: Bibhu Prasad Routray Barely 43 deaths of civilians, security forces and militants have been registered in Manipur in the first eight months of 2011. If these trends continue for another four months, this State in India’s northeast would … Continue reading

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August 15, 2011
by kanglaonline
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Would the “2011 Naga Independence” be the last to “celebrate?”

By Oken Jeet Sandham Citizens took up arms for certain causes and goals. History has shown us many great freedom fighters who took up arms to liberate from the occupational forces. Great leaders of India like Mahatama Gandhi, Netaji Subhas … Continue reading

August 10, 2011
by kanglaonline
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Who will guard the Guards of Manipur?

By: Babina Wahengbam Who will protect us from the hands of dirty politicians & filthy militants? The biggest fear rising in the minds of every single citizen of the state right now is who will protect and ensure safety of … Continue reading

August 8, 2011
by kanglaonline
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Peoples’ Demonstration for Peace in Manipur by MSAD

Office of the Manipur Students’ Association Delhi New Delhi Press Release Monday, 8 August 2011Press Ref: 20110808 MSAD Demo A demonstration with the theme “Peoples’ Demonstration for Peace in Manipur” was organised today under the initiatives of the Manipur Students’ … Continue reading

August 7, 2011
by kanglaonline
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Open Letter to the Prime Minister of India – ” Government apathy to the recent bomb blast at Sangakpham, Imphal and the present state of governance in Manipur “

To, Dr. Manmohan Singh Honorable Prime Minister of India Government of India,   Respected Sir, It is with extreme sadness that we as citizens of Manipur, currently residing across the world, write to you in strong condemnation of the many violent … Continue reading

August 5, 2011
by Angomcha Bimol Akoijam
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Sangakpham: We deserve to know

By:  A. Bimol Akoijam In a swift response, the Chief Minister of Manipur said that the terrorist violence that struck Sangakpham on 1st August, 2011 was the handiwork of NSCN (I-M). This is a development which is quite uncharacteristic of … Continue reading

July 27, 2011
by kanglaonline
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Peace and Development in NE India

by Dr. R.B. Thohe Pou Many people talk about peace and development, but how many of us sincerely want peace and development in North East India? Arms Force Special Power Act (AFSPA) was introduced in NE regions in 1957 and … Continue reading

March 9, 2011
by kanglaonline
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Why support ‘Nobel Peace Prize for Irom Sharmila’ as part of International Women’s Week’?

By: Shanjoy Mairembam First think ‘Irom Sharmila’ as an Indian, as a woman, as a human; then, acknowledge the fact that she’s been fasting for the last 10yrs in practical Gandhian style of non-violence asking Indian Govt to treat every … Continue reading

March 4, 2011
by NEPS News Service
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CVC Disposed of 668 Cases in January 2011

Source: NEPS   NEW DELHI, Mar 4: The Central Vigilance Commission (CVC) disposed of 668 cases during January 2011 referred to it for advice. Of these, 518 complaints were sent for necessary action/ATR whereas 27 complaints were sent for investigation … Continue reading

March 4, 2011
by NEPS News Service
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Free Medical Facilities for Bhopal Gas Tragedy Victims

Source: NEPS   NEW DELHI, Mar 4: Department of Bhopal Gas Tragedy Relief and Rehabilitation, Government of MP is providing free of cost medical facilities through its 6 Hospitals and 9 Day Care Units and 3 Ayurvedic, 3 Homeopathic and … Continue reading