Imphal, Feb 26 (IANS) The Zomi Council, an apex tribal body in Manipur’s Churachandpur district, on Thursday urged the Centre to expedite the ongoing Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) inquiry into the brutal attack on BJP MLA Vungzagin Valte, who passed away at a private hospital in Gurugram on February 21. In a memorandum addressed to Union Home Minister Amit Shah and submitted through the Churachandpur district authorities, the council alleged that justice has not been delivered to Valte…
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Imphal, Feb 24 (IANS) Manipur Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla on Tuesday paid his respects to the mortal remains of BJP MLA Vungzagin Valte by laying a wreath and a shawl. Valte passed away at a private hospital in Gurugram on February 21. The Governor visited the residence of the late leader in Churachandpur district and paid homage to the mortal remains of the 62-year-old tribal leader, who belonged to the Zomi community.Valte was elected to the Manipur Legislative Assembly from the Thanlon constit…
Imphal, Feb 23 (IANS) Manipur Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla on Monday said that the National Integration Tour helps people understand the country’s diversity, pluralism and cultural unity, while fostering a stronger sense of national integration. On Monday, the Governor visited the headquarters of 26 Sector, Assam Rifles at Pallel in the tribal-inhabited Kakching district, where he flagged off a team that participated in the National Integration Tour 2025-2026. The 23-member team, comprising lead…
Imphal, Feb 14 (IANS) Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh on Saturday announced that the state government is committed to developing a world-class polo ground at Lamphelpat in Imphal West district. Attending the closing ceremony of the 2nd Dr Ksh. Chourjit Singh Inter-District Polo Tournament 2026 at Mapal Kangjeibung, the Chief Minister said, it is well known that the game of polo originated in Manipur.The Imphal Polo Ground — Mapal Kangjeibung — is regarded as one of the oldest pol…
Imphal, Feb 7 (IANS) Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh, on Saturday, chaired a high-level review meeting to assess measures for the state’s economic revival, with a focus on promoting the Integrated Farming System (IFS), officials said. An official of the Chief Minister’s Office said that during the meeting at the Cabinet Hall of the Chief Minister’s Secretariat, Chief Minister Khemchand Singh instructed the concerned authorities to promote alternative crop cultivation along with all…
Imphal, Feb 5 (IANS) Manipur Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla on Thursday said that maintaining law and order remains the foremost priority of the government, as efforts continue to restore normalcy and ensure public safety across the state. Addressing the first session of the state assembly this year, the Governor said that the coordinated efforts of the Central and state governments, security forces, civil administration, and community institutions have enabled Manipur to move steadily towards peace…
Kohima, Feb 2 (IANS) Acting Nagaland Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla on Monday said that the state is endowed with extraordinary cultural wealth, vividly reflected in its diverse traditions, languages, folklore, music and rich artistic expressions. Bhalla on Monday presented the Governor’s Award for distinction in the fields of arts, music and literature 2025 at a formal ceremony held at Dr Imkongliba Ao Hall, Lok Bhavan in Kohima.Addressing the function, he emphasised that arts and literature in t…
Kohima, Feb 1 (IANS) Organised by the Indian Army under ‘Operation Sadbhavana’, the grand finale of Fusion of Bands Season 3 was held in Nagaland, showcasing the state’s vibrant musical talent while promoting cultural harmony and youth engagement. The event brought together talented bands from across the region, reflecting the Army’s continued commitment to fostering goodwill, creativity and unity through music.Defence spokesman Lt Col Mahendra Rawat said that the Grand Finale of Fusion …
Imphal, Jan 28 (IANS) Manipur Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla on Wednesday said that the state is the birthplace of Sagol Kangjei, the original and living form of modern polo, and that the game is an inseparable part of Manipur’s cultural heritage and identity.Formally opening the 7th Manipur Women’s International Polo Tournament 2026 at Mapal Kangjeibung, the Imphal Polo Ground, the Governor unfurled the flag of the All Manipur Polo Association (AMPA). He emphasised that the promotion of polo mu…
Imphal, Jan 26 (IANS) Manipur Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla on Monday said that the state, with its rich cultural heritage, unity in diversity and indomitable spirit, has consistently played a significant role in strengthening the fabric of the nation.In his Republic Day message, the Governor said that the courage, resilience and talent of the people of Manipur, particularly in the fields of sports, arts, culture and public service, continue to inspire the entire country.He said that Republic Day m…