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July 26, 2026 6:41 PM

PM Modi hails Dr. Ronaldo Laishram, says astrophysicist’s achievement has brought global recognition to Manipur’s Loktak Lake

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday praised Manipur-born astrophysicist Dr. Ronaldo Laishram for his contribution to astronomy, saying his decision to name a newly discovered cluster of young galaxies after Loktak Lake reflected his deep connection with his roots despite achieving global recognition. Addressing the nation during the 136th episode of his monthly radio programme, Mann Ki Baat, the Prime Minister said Dr. Laishram's achievement was a matter of pride for the entire country and a...

June 22, 2026 2:00 PM

Manipur CM highlights role of sports in fostering unity, promoting friendship

Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh on Sunday said that sports have always served as a powerful medium for promoting friendship, unity and social harmony, noting that sporting events bring people together beyond barriers of region, community and culture. Addressing the closing function of the 13th Chief Minister Trophy Kang Tournament, the Chief Minister said that since the inception of the Olympic Games, athletes from different countries have come together, interacted with one anothe...

June 10, 2026 8:03 PM

Centre Signs Reform-Linked MoUs with Bihar, Manipur Under Jal Jeevan Mission 2.0

The Centre on Wednesday signed reform-linked Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) with Bihar and Manipur under Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) 2.0, aimed at strengthening sustainable and community-driven rural drinking water supply systems. The agreements seek to promote a Gram Panchayat-led, service-based and community-centred model of rural water governance to ensure regular access to drinking water of adequate quantity and prescribed quality in rural areas. The MoU with Manipur was signed in the pres...

April 21, 2026 12:30 PM

Earthquake alert: 5.2-magnitude tremor hits Manipur’s Kamjong district

An earthquake of magnitude 5.2 struck Manipur's Kamjong district early Tuesday, according to the National Centre for Seismology (NCS). The epicentre was in Kamjong, and the tremor was recorded at 5:59:33 IST. The earthquake originated at a depth of 62 kilometres beneath the surface, indicating a moderately deep seismic event. In a post on X, the NCS said, "EQ of M: 5.2, On: 21/04/2026 05:59:33 IST, Lat: 24.703 N, Long: 94.415 E, Depth: 62 Km, Location: Kamjong, Manipur." A day earlier, a powe...

March 23, 2026 11:13 AM

Manipur launches ‘Ningol Van Initiative’ to boost forest conservation

On the occasion of the International Day of Forests, the Manipur government on Sunday renewed its focus on protecting forests, preventing deforestation, and curbing illegal activities, including poppy cultivation, officials said. A key highlight of the observance was the launch of the “Ningol Van Initiative”, aimed at strengthening community participation in forest conservation. The initiative underscores the role of women (“Ningols”) in nurturing nature, protecting biodiversity, and pr...

March 6, 2026 3:07 PM

Manipur Assembly’s Budget Session to resume on March 9; key issues likely to be taken up

The budget session of the Manipur Legislative Assembly will resume on March 9, with several important issues expected to be discussed during the proceedings, officials said. In a notification issued on Thursday, Assembly Secretary Rohit Sapam said that the seventh session of the 12th Manipur Assembly, which was adjourned sine die on February 5, 2026, will reconvene at 11 a.m. on March 9 in the Assembly Hall in Imphal. In a separate notification, Sapam said that a meeting of the Business Adviso...

March 1, 2026 2:52 PM

PM Modi extends birthday wishes to Manipur CM Yumnam Khemchand Singh

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday extended birthday greetings to Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh. In a post on X, the Prime Minister said, “Birthday wishes to Manipur Chief Minister, Shri Yumnam Khemchand Singh Ji. He is an experienced leader who is at the forefront of furthering prosperity and good governance for Manipur. May he lead a long and healthy life in the service of the people.” Born on March 1, 1963, in Manipur, Singh has been serving as the Chief Minister sin...

February 23, 2026 6:02 PM

Prime Minister Modi Congratulates ‘Boong’ Team on BAFTA Win, Calls It Moment of Pride for Manipur

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday congratulated the team behind the film Boong after it won the Children’s & Family Film category at the EE BAFTA Film Awards, describing the achievement as a moment of immense joy and pride, especially for Manipur, the Prime Minister’s Office said. The British Academy of Film and Television Arts announced Boong as the winner in the category during the awards ceremony. The Prime Minister extended congratulations to everyone associated with the film ...

February 6, 2026 4:32 PM

‘Pariksha Pe Charcha’: Tripura, Manipur students hail PM Modi’s stress-free exam message

The ninth edition of 'Pariksha Pe Charcha', Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s nationwide interaction with students, was held across the country on Friday, witnessing enthusiastic participation of students and teachers from the northeastern states, including Tripura and Manipur. In Agartala, Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha attended the programme at Bordowali School, where students gathered to draw motivation on exam confidence and time management. Interacting with the media, the CM said: "Addr...

February 4, 2026 9:56 PM

PM Modi congratulates Yumnam Khemchand Singh on being sworn in as Manipur CM

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday congratulated Yumnam Khemchand Singh on being sworn in as the new Chief Minister of Manipur. In a post on X, PM Modi said, "Congratulations to Shri Yumnam Khemchand Singh Ji on taking oath as the Chief Minister of Manipur. I would like to congratulate Smt. Nemcha Kipgen Ji and Shri Losii Dikho Ji on taking oath as the Deputy Chief Ministers of the state and Shri Konthoujam Govindas Singh Ji as well as Shri Khuraijam Loken Singh Ji on being sworn in as M...