Tag: Okram Ibobi
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Irom Sharmila to marry after Manipur Assembly elections
Human rights activist Irom Sharmila plans to get married after the upcoming assembly elections in Manipur in March. Sharmila made the announcement while speaking to reporters here on Thursday. Sharmila had launched her fast-unto-death on November 4, 2000, demanding the repeal of the Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act, 1958. Desmond Coutanho, an NRI originally from Goa, …
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February 17, 2017 -
Manipur Assembly elections: Close fight between Congress, BJP
Territorial integrity of the ancient kingdom of Manipur that had merged with India and the recurring economic blockades by tribal groups are the major issues in Manipur where the upcoming assembly polls are witnessing a close battle between the ruling Congress and the opposition BJP. Intriguingly, none of the parties has so far stressed on …
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February 16, 2017 -
Manipur soliloquy
There is no end to ordeals and suffering of the people of Manipurs Imphal valley caused by the indefinite economic blockade of the states two main national highways since 1 November last year. The Manipur-based United Naga Council, that proclaims its loyalty to the NSCN(IM) leadership, imposed the blockade because the Nagas in Senapati district adjoining …
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January 7, 2017 -
End of a nightmare?
Manipur Chief Minister Okram Ibobi Singh has once again proved that when it comes to defending or administering his state, he is made of sterner stuff. On the night of 8 December he announced the creation of seven new districts, catching many unawares, particularly the inhabitants of pro-NSCN(IM) Senapati district, adjacent to Nagaland who, since …
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December 15, 2016 -
Fresh challenges as the Northeast simmers
On October 24, Manipur Chief Minister Okram Ibobi Singh narrowly survived a murderous attack on his life when his helicopter came under fire in Naga dominated Ukhrul district. The CM had to inaugurate a hospital. Perpetrators of this daring assassination attempt are suspected NSCN (I-M) cadres whose writ still runs in the region despite the …
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November 27, 2016 -
Imphal hosts International polo tournament
Manipur CM Okram Ibobi Singh opened the 10th international Manipur polo tournament, 2016 at the historic polo ground in the heart of Imphal city, the capital of border state on Tuesday evening. This tournament, which includes teams from four overseas countries, is a part of the Sangai tourism festival which began on Monday. Four overseas …
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November 22, 2016 -
Monsoon session of Manipur Assembly begins
Monsoon session of Manipur Assembly begun on Friday amid tight security with the Education minister introducing three official bills. After the house condoled the demise of Ex-MLA Kishore Thapa who had been elected 3 times from Kangpokpi Assembly Constituency in the house, Education Minister Kh Ratankumar introduced three official bills. The bills are – Manipur …
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September 3, 2016