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Sikkims art luminary, Jordan Lepcha, secures Padma Shri recognition
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Sikkim's art luminary, Jordan Lepcha, secures Padma Shri recognition

-By Nitesh R PradhanSikkim, Jan 29: Sikkim celebrates as Jordan Lepcha, known for his expertise in Bamboo Craft, is honoured with the prestigious Padma Shri Award. Familiarly known as the "Lepcha Maestro," Jordan, a master Bamboo Craftsman from Mangan, has dedicated a quarter-century to...
CoTU demands deputation of non-Manipuri officers in all sectors of Kuki Zo dominated areas
North East

CoTU demands deputation of non-Manipuri officers in all sectors of Kuki Zo...

Imphal, Jan 28: Following the fresh violence reported in Manipur’s Kangpokpi district on Saturday, an influential Kuki organisation sharply reacted by demanding non-Manipuri central security officers in Kuki Zo dominated areas.In a statement, the COTU vehemently condemned the incident where Kuki Zo...
Sikkim BJP leaders in huddle with eye on LS and State polls
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Sikkim BJP leaders in huddle with eye on LS and State polls

Gangtok, Jan 28: Leaders of the BJP in Sikkim held a meeting to take stock of the party's organisational strength with an eye on the Lok Sabha polls and assembly elections, which are held simultaneously in the state. The meeting, held on Saturday, was attended by the party's state president DR...
Manipur: Village volunteer killed in gunfight in Kangpokpi
North East

Manipur: Village volunteer killed in gunfight in Kangpokpi

Imphal, Jan 27: Fresh violence continue to be reported in Manipur as one village volunteer was killed while two others sustained injuries after a gunfight between two armed groups took place in Kangpokpi district on Saturday morning, police said. According to reports, a few armed miscreants entered...
Over 1 kg of Heroin seized in Mizoram, one Myanmar national among apprehended
North East

Over 1 kg of Heroin seized in Mizoram, one Myanmar national among apprehended

Aizawl, Jan 27: The Excise and Narcotics Department on January 25 and 26 seized over a kilogram of heroin at Kolasib district.On the evening of January 25, the Excise and Narcotics seized 1.53 kgs of Heroin (96 soap cases) from the possessions of Kapthanruma (42) s/o Hlawntaia (L), Khawmawi, Myanmar...
Mizoram wants to resume border talks with Assam
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Mizoram wants to resume border talks with Assam

Aizawl, Jan 26: Mizoram wants to resume the discussions with Assam to resolve the decades-old border dispute at the earliest, an official said on Thursday.A meeting of the newly-reconstituted boundary committee, chaired by Home Minister K Sapdanga, deliberated on the issue during the day and...
Manipur showcases ‘Ima Keithel’ centuries old all-women market at Kartavya Path on R-Day parade
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Manipur showcases ‘Ima Keithel’ centuries old all-women market at Kartavya Path...

Guwahati, Jan 26: In a captivating display during the 75th Republic Day parade, Manipur’s tableau took centre stage, featuring the iconic Ima Keithel, affectionately known as the “Mother’s Market.”Ima Keithel, a 500-year-old market that is fully managed by women, stands as a prime illustration of...
Manipurs Machihan Sasa named among 110 Padma Shri awardees
North East

Manipur's Machihan Sasa named among 110 Padma Shri awardees

Imphal, Jan 26: Manipur’s renowned Potter Machihan Sasa from Nungbi (Longpi) village in Ukhrul district is the sole Padma Shri award winner from the state.The government of India announced the names of 110 Padma Shri Awardees on the eve of the 75th Republic Day celebrations.Born on April...
Nagaland: Six killed; four injured in coal mine accident
North East

Nagaland: Six killed; four injured in coal mine accident

Kohima, Jan 26: At least six coal miners were killed and four others were injured during a blast that occurred at an illegal coal mine.The tragedy unfolded in Nagaland’s Ruchan village, under Wokha district bordering Assam.As per reliable sources, the incident took place on Thursday at around 1:30...
PAMRA claims rebel groups training inside Mizoram
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PAMRA claims rebel groups training inside Mizoram

Aizawl, Jan 25: The Peace Accord MNF Returnees Association (PAMRA) on Wednesday issued a statement wherein they claimed that rebel groups from Bangladesh Chittagong Hill Tracts are undergoing military training at two districts of Mizoram. PAMRA stated that the Chakma rebel group from Bangladesh...
Manipur: MLAs, MPs summoned inside Kangla Fort and made to take oath
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Manipur: MLAs, MPs summoned inside Kangla Fort and made to take oath

Imphal, Jan 24: Arambai Tengol summoned Meitei legislators inside the premises of Kangla fort on Wednesday. All Meitei MLAs, one Lok Sabha MP, RK Ranjan who is also the Union Minister and one Raja Sabha MP, Leisemba Sanajaoba who is the titular king of Manipur, attended the meeting summoned inside...
Heroes of the Day! Lengpui Airport AAI Fire Staff save lives in Myanmar air force aircraft incident
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Heroes of the Day! Lengpui Airport AAI Fire Staff save lives in Myanmar air...

Aizawl, Jan 24: In a remarkable display of courage and efficiency, the dedicated personnel of Lengpui Airport's Airports Authority of India (AAI) Fire Station became the unsung heroes on January 24. A Myanmar Air Force aircraft, landing at Lengpui Airport around 10:19 AM, faced a perilous situation...
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