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15 Oct

Police nab militants linked to extortion cases

Sonakshi Sarkar0 CommentsManipur

Security forces in Manipur arrested seven militants from the banned Kangleipak Communist Party (Nongdrenkhomba) in connection with extortion cases in Imphal West district on Monday, police confirmed. Superintendent of Police Ksh Shivakanta Singh revealed that based on credible intelligence, a search operation was carried out in Langol Game village, leading to the arrest of the seven individuals, including one woman. Those arrested were identified as L. Alin (26), K. Rohit Singh (23), Sanju W. (20), P. Thoiba (26), W. Hero (21), Y. Bikash (23), and Henthoibi M. (41). During the operation, security personnel recovered two four-wheelers, one two-wheeler, two pistols,…

15 Oct

Manipur’s MLAs gather for peaceful dialogue in Delhi

Sonakshi Sarkar0 CommentsManipur

For the first time since ethnic violence erupted in Manipur last year, MLAs from the Meitei, Kuki, and Naga communities are set to meet in a joint session in New Delhi on Tuesday. The meeting, organized under the supervision of the Union Home Ministry, aims to foster dialogue and seek a resolution to the ongoing conflict, officials said. While the exact number of Meitei and Kuki legislators attending remains unclear, three Naga MLAs—Awangbou Newmai, L. Dikho, and Ram Muivah—have confirmed their participation. All three are members of the Naga People's Front (NPF), an ally of the ruling BJP in Manipur.…

14 Oct

Sikkim CM attends virtual inauguration of 75 strategic infrastructure projects

Sonakshi Sarkar0 CommentsSikkim

Sikkim Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang participated in the virtual inauguration of 75 strategic infrastructure projects across India, including six key projects benefiting Sikkim. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh inaugurated these projects, which were constructed by the Border Roads Organisation (BRO), from Sherethang. These infrastructure projects mark a significant advancement in strengthening national security and improving border area connectivity. Tamang expressed his gratitude to the Defence Minister and commended the Indian Army and BRO for their efforts and hospitality. Prior to the event, Tamang held discussions with BRO officials to enhance road infrastructure in North Sikkim, with a focus on landslide-prone…

14 Oct

Nagaland’s Durga Puja festivities end with reverence

Sonakshi Sarkar0 CommentsNagaland

The annual Durga Puja festivities in Nagaland came to a close on Sunday with the traditional immersion of idols, known as Visarjan, at various river ghats, including the Dhansiri River. Over 51 idols of Goddess Durga were immersed in a vibrant and devotional atmosphere as hundreds of devotees gathered to witness the final rituals. The streets were filled with colorful processions, traditional music, dance, and chants, as community members paid their last respects to the goddess. The Visarjan ceremony symbolizes Maa Durga’s return to her celestial home, carrying with her the hopes and prayers of devotees for peace and prosperity.…

14 Oct

Fire in Shillong Mall causes panic, no injuries

Sonakshi Sarkar0 CommentsMeghalaya

A fire broke out in the OB Shopping Mall, located in the busy Police Bazar area of Shillong, on Sunday morning. The incident, which occurred between 9 and 10 AM, reportedly originated from a hotel situated above the mall. While a short circuit is suspected to have sparked the flames, no casualties have been reported as of the latest updates. Quick action by the Fire and Emergency Services managed to contain the situation, preventing any major damage. The fire caused panic in the surrounding area, with thick smoke seen rising from the site. Shoppers and residents were evacuated as authorities…

09 Oct

CM Neiphiu Rio urges intervention over Naga skull auction

Sonakshi Sarkar0 CommentsNagaland

Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio of Nagaland has formally appealed to India’s External Affairs Minister, Dr. S. Jaishankar, to intervene in the impending auction of Naga human remains scheduled in the UK. This issue, brought to light by the Forum for Naga Reconciliation (FNR), has ignited outrage among the Naga community, highlighting the cultural and emotional significance of these ancestral remains. In a letter dated October 8, Rio expressed profound concern over the auction of a "19th century horned Naga human skull" set to be sold by Swan Fine Art in Oxfordshire, with an estimated value between £3,500-4,000. He condemned the…

08 Oct

Conrad Sangma offers condolences to families of flood victims

Sonakshi Sarkar0 CommentsMeghalaya

Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma visited the flood-affected districts of West and South Garo Hills on October 8 to assess the extensive damage caused by recent heavy rainfall and to review ongoing relief efforts. The Chief Minister’s visit follows a series of devastating floods that have tragically claimed the lives of 17 individuals in the region. During his time in Garo Hills, CM Sangma met with the families of the deceased, offering his heartfelt condolences and support. In a poignant moment, he provided ex-gratia compensation to the widow of (Late) Bijoy Marak, a teacher whose vehicle was swept away by…

08 Oct

Christopher Tilak slams NDPP-BJP government in Nagaland

Sonakshi Sarkar0 CommentsNagaland

In a scathing assessment of the ruling NDPP-BJP government, Christopher Tilak, AICC Secretary Incharge for Manipur, Sikkim, Nagaland, and Tripura, addressed the Extended Executive Meeting of the Nagaland Pradesh Congress Committee (NPCC) on October 7, 2024. Tilak expressed deep concerns over the pervasive disillusionment among the people of Nagaland and the Northeast due to the BJP's unfulfilled promises. He noted the growing frustration among the youth regarding employment opportunities and accused the NDPP-BJP coalition of neglecting vital issues, such as the Naga Political Solution and livelihood improvements. Describing the BJP’s "double-engine sarkar" as ineffective and a "non-starter" in Nagaland, Tilak…

07 Oct

MMTU threatens legal action over Kuki-Zo ST status

Sonakshi Sarkar0 CommentsManipur

The Meetei (Meitei) Tribe Union (MMTU) has escalated its ongoing dispute with the Kuki-Zo community, threatening to approach the Supreme Court over what they allege is the illegal granting of Scheduled Tribe (ST) status to the latter. The MMTU claims that the Kuki-Zo community entered India without valid immigration and has urged for their ST status to be revoked. Takhellambam Parijat Singh, the organisational secretary of MMTU, expressed concern regarding the inclusion of immigrants from Myanmar on India's voters' and ST lists, describing this action as unconstitutional and a violation of the Foreigners' Act of 1946. The group voiced apprehensions…

05 Oct

10 acres of suspected poppy plants cleared in Manipur

Sonakshi Sarkar0 CommentsManipur

The Manipur Police, in collaboration with local authorities from Kuilong and Kadi IV villages, successfully destroyed approximately 10 acres of suspected poppy nursery plants in Tamenglong district. The operation, which spanned from September 27 to October 3, focused on eradicating poppy plantations in Kuilong Part 2 and Kadi IV villages, under the jurisdiction of Tamei Police Station. During the operation, around 4-5 acres in Kuilong Part 2 and 5-6 acres in Kadi IV were cleared, revealing the suspected illegal cultivation believed to be the work of unknown individuals. The successful operation stemmed from a coordinated effort between local authorities and…