MSCW Organises One Day Legal Awareness Programme

Imphal, August 11, 2026 (DIPR): A one-day legal awareness programme was jointly organised by the Manipur State Commission for Women (MSCW) and the Women Department of Manipur Baptist Convention (MBC) today at MBC Training Hall, Imphal, with the objective of enhancing awareness among women about their legal rights. Delivering the keynote address, Smt W. Phajatombi Devi, MCS, Member Secretary, MSCW and Additional Director, IPR, Manipur, stated that the programme was organised as part of a two-day seminar programme being organised by MBC, and emphasized the importance of empowering women through legal awareness. She observed that the active parti…
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‘Rachnatmak Congress’ to hold two-day national convention in Delhi on Aug 12-13

Unemployment, education, social and economic justice to dominate meet: Sandeep Dikshit NEW DELHI, Aug 11, 2026: ‘Rachnatmak Congress’ will organise a two-day national convention in the national capital on August 12 and 13 to deliberate on pressing public issues, including rising unemployment, education, social justice, economic justice and the environment. Representatives from across the country will participate in the convention and discuss issues concerning the people, as well as strategies to address them. Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge and Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi will also address the gathering and share th…
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Mizoram Rally Against FCRA Amendment Bill

Aizawl, August 11, 2026 — The Council of Churches in Mizoram (CCM) organised a public rally in Aizawl on Tuesday to voice opposition to the proposed Foreign Contribution Regulation Act (FCRA) Amendment Bill, 2026 . The rally, titled “FCRA Bill Duh Loh Kawngzawh (Rally Against FCRA Bill) ” , began at around 10:30 am from Zarkawt and Sikulpuikawn. Participants from both routes are scheduled to converge at the Vanapa Hall campus, where a public gathering will be held. CCM Treasurer Upa R. Lalmalsawma will lead the gathering, while CCM President Rev. Dr. R. Lalbiakliana is scheduled to address the participants. CCM General Secretary Rev. Dr. Lalhmang…
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Two Alleged Thieves Caught and Tied by Villagers in Tadubi

Two men were allegedly caught by villagers after they were suspected of stealing in Tadubi village, Senapati district, Manipur . According to reports, villagers apprehended the two men and tied them to a roadside pole as they waited for further action. Images from the spot show the two men partially undressed and restrained with plastic wrapping around their bodies. The circumstances surrounding the alleged theft and the identities of the two men have not been independently verified.
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Modi vs Meta: New Delhi Threatens Legal Action Over Takedown

WHEN thousands of desperate young people took to the streets across India, they were not merely expressing anger over a single examination scandal; they were crying out against a completely broken system. The recent NEET-UG paper leak proved to be the final straw after a staggering total of 152 exam paper leaks across the country over recent years, leaving millions of hardworking students trapped in endless cycles of stress, re-tests, and uncertainty. Tragically, the human cost of this widespread institutional collapse has been utterly devastating, with around 21 heartbroken students committing suicide after seeing their dreams and years of …
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14 Civilians Reportedly Killed in Rakhine Airstrike

Rakhine State, August 11, 2026:  At least 14 civilians were reportedly killed and eight others injured after a fighter jet allegedly carried out an airstrike in Kyaukkyi Village, Thandwe Township, Rakhine State, Myanmar, in the early hours of August 10. According to a statement issued by the United League of Arakan/Arakan Army (ULA/AA) , troops belonging to the SSPC carried out the attack at around 1:00 am , dropping three bombs from a fighter jet near the Dhamma Yaung Chi monastery school in Kyaukkyi Village. The statement said the bombing caused extensive destruction, with approximately 20 civilian houses reportedly completely destroyed . Severa…
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NHAC Appoints Henkholun Sithlou as Thadou Mouzadar

Haflong, August 11, 2026: The North Cachar Hills Autonomous Council (NCHAC), Haflong, has appointed Henkholun Sithlou , son of late Lienkhaopao Sithlou of Songbung Village, Mahur, as Thadou Mouzadar . The appointment was made through an order issued by the General Administration Department of the NCHAC on August 3, 2026. The order stated that the appointment was made in the interest of public service and followed the approval of the Council’s Chief Executive Member dated August 1, 2026. As part of the appointment, Sithlou has been directed to deposit Rs 500 as security , in the form of a National Savings Certificate (NSC), duly pledged to the Secr…
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Manipur Offers Medical Aid to Eligible SC, ST Patients

Kakching, August 11, 2026: The District Social Welfare Office, Kakching, has announced financial assistance for eligible patients from Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities under the Dr. Ambedkar Medical Aid Scheme (Revised-2026) . According to a notice issued by the District Social Welfare Officer, Kakching, on August 7, the scheme is being implemented by the Dr. Ambedkar Foundation (DAF) , an autonomous organisation under the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of India. The scheme provides financial assistance for the treatment of serious and life-threatening diseases to eligible patients belonging to SC…
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Manipur Opens NEET-UG 2026 Medical e-Counselling

Imphal, August 11, 2026: The Directorate of Medical Education , Manipur, has announced the commencement of the Manipur Medical e-Counselling 2026-27 for candidates who have qualified in NEET-UG 2026. According to a notification issued on August 10, eligible candidates can participate in the online counselling process for allotment of MBBS, BDS and BASLP seats under the State Government quota at RIMS, JNIMS, Shija Academy of Health Sciences (SAHS), Churachandpur Medical College (CMC) and Regional Dental College (RDC), Guwahati. The counselling will also cover MBBS Management quota and NRI quota seats at SAHS, Langol . The entire counselling proce…
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Meghalaya Congress Protests Proposed FCRA Amendment Bill

Shillong, 11 August 2026:  The Congress in Meghalaya held a protest rally against the proposed Foreign Contribution Regulation Act (FCRA) Amendment Bill. Congress leader Vincent Pala described the proposed legislation as the “first attack after Independence” on churches and NGOs receiving foreign contributions. He alleged that the amendment could adversely affect organisations dependent on foreign funding for their activities. Congress workers and supporters raised concerns over the proposed changes and urged the government to reconsider the legislation. The protest comes amid growing opposition from sections of civil society and religious organ…
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