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Centre can resolve any Manipur issue, including NRC rollout, in 2-3 months if it's determined: Congress

Manipur Congress chief O Ibobi Singh stated the Centre can resolve state issues quickly. Civil society groups are petitioning Union ministers for NRC updation before the Census. They aim to meet Home Minister Amit Shah and other key leaders. Students also protested, demanding NRC implementation and no Census before IDP…

The Economic Times · Aug 20

Demand for NRC before census sparks bandh and clashes as Manipur protests intensify

Protests and a bandh continued for a second day demanding the National Register of Citizens. Tyre burning and tear gas were used as protestors intensified their agitation. The Chief Minister and opposition Congress supported the implementation of the NRC. A delegation of MLAs will visit New Delhi to discuss the…

The Economic Times · Aug 20

Census training programme deferred in Manipur's Imphal West amid protests over NRC demand

Manipur's government has postponed census enumerator training due to ongoing protests. Protesters are demanding a National Register of Citizens update before the census. Teachers assigned to the census face harassment and obstacles during training sessions. The state government also closed educational institutions for three days. This action reflects the prevailing…

The Economic Times · Aug 20

Meiteis must play role of 'big brother' to foster peace, development in Manipur: CM Khemchand Singh

Manipur Chief Minister Y Khemchand Singh called for Meiteis to be a big brother. He emphasized community unity for protecting Manipur's land historically. Singh highlighted the national flag's role in fostering love for the country. He noted that inter-community mistrust is being sown by certain elements. The chief minister urged…

The Economic Times · Aug 9

Himalayan Restricted Passes: How to Get Your Permits and Why the Bureaucracy Pays Off

Which Passes Are Actually Restricted, and WhyNot every high-altitude crossing in the Himalayas requires a special permit, but the ones that do tend to be the ones worth crossing. Passes that run along India's international borders, or through ecologically sensitive zones designated under the Wildlife Protection Act, fall under restricted…

Times Life · Aug 9

Manipur CM announces reopening of national highways to allow free movement, Imphal-Dimapur bus service to be resumed

Manipur's Chief Minister announced the immediate reopening of National Highways for all communities. The Imphal-Dimapur bus service will also resume, aiming to restore peace. Several development projects were inaugurated and welfare benefits were distributed to beneficiaries. The Chief Minister urged communities to trust and support each other for state development.

The Economic Times · Aug 8

Maharaj Kumar Priyabrata Singh's 8mm reels offer a window into Manipur's forgotten cultural history

Behind that camera was Maharaj Kumar Priyabrata Singh, regarded as one of the earliest Manipuri practitioners to independently use an 8mm camera extensively to document the state’s culture, people and way of life. His films were not necessarily made as commercial cinema. They were, in many ways, acts of observation—moving…

The Economic Times · Aug 7

Where India's Border Towns Blur Every Line Between Culture, Identity, and Crossing

Moreh, Manipur: The Market That Ignores the LineThe stalls at Moreh's daily market sell Myanmarese thanaka paste three rows from Indian turmeric, and the sellers switch between Meitei, Burmese, and a stitched-together pidgin depending on who is standing in front of them. The border crossing here is a gate, technically,…

Times Life · Aug 4

Jadumani Singh wins silver for India in CWG boxing final: He dreamed of becoming a footballer until one conversation with his uncle changed his life

Jadumani Singh secured a silver medal after a boxing final loss to Jye Dixon. The Indian boxer fought determinedly but was outscored by his Australian opponent. Dixon's disciplined counter-punching proved decisive in the closely contested gold medal bout. Jadumani's journey began with football before transitioning to boxing with family support.…

The Economic Times · Aug 1

Who is Jadumani Singh? Manipuri boxer who dedicated his Commonwealth Games victory over Pakistani rival to Kargil War heroes

Jadumani Singh advanced to the Commonwealth Games boxing quarterfinals with a dominant win. He dedicated his victory to the Kargil War heroes, reiterating his ambition. The boxer transitioned from football to boxing, overcoming initial family resistance. He successfully moved up a weight class, proving doubters wrong. This move supports his…

The Economic Times · Jul 27