Congress Seeks Postponement of Census in Manipur

New Delhi, August 20, 2026: The Congress on Thursday demanded that the Census exercise in Manipur be immediately postponed in view of the violence and displacement in the state over the past three years, with Inner Manipur Lok Sabha MP Prof A Bimol Akoijam saying conducting the exercise under the prevailing circumstances would be an injustice to the people. Addressing a press conference at the Congress office, Akoijam said around 60,000 people remained homeless due to the violence that began on May 3, 2023, with most of them still living in relief camps. More than 10,000 houses have been destroyed and several villages completely devastated dur…
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Manipuri Language Day Celebrated in Tripura with Minister Loken

Imphal, August 20, 2026 (DIPR): The 35th Manipuri Language Day was celebrated with great enthusiasm and grandeur today, at Agartala under the initiative of the Department of Kokborok and Other Minority Languages, Government of Tripura. Tripura Finance Minister Pranajit Singha Roy inaugurated the Language Day celebration by lighting the ceremonial lamp. Art and Culture Minister of the Government of Manipur, Shri Khuraijam Loken Singh attended the programme as the guest of honour. Shri Paonam Gunindra, Vice-Chancellor of Manipur University of Culture, attended as the special guest, while Shri Thoudam Nilakumar, Vice-Chairman of the Manipuri Lan…
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KNA: LUNGHEM PINA

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NAM MIPI HO HENGA KNA THUPHON: MILITARARY COUNCIL

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Churachandpur DC Directs Verification of IDP Financial Aid

LAMKA, August 20, 2026 — The Deputy Commissioner of Churachandpur, Krishna Kumar, has issued an official memorandum directing all Sub-Divisional Officers (SDOs) in the district to consolidate and verify details of Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) currently receiving financial assistance through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT). The order applies across the sub-divisions of Churachandpur, Tuibong, Kangvai, Saikot, Sangaikot, and Singngat. According to the administrative order, the measure aims to establish a comprehensive and accurate record regarding the origin villages of IDPs, their current settlement locations, and the various government b…
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CM Khemchand Meets Student Delegation Demanding NRC Implementation

IMPHAL, August 20, 2026 — A student delegation representing ten schools and colleges met Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh today at the Chief Minister’s Secretariat, submitting a demand for the implementation of the National Register of Citizens (NRC) prior to the upcoming Census operations. During the meeting, the student representatives urged the Chief Minister to pressurize the Central Government to order the execution of the NRC across Manipur. They emphasized that identifying illegal immigrants through an NRC process before conducting the census is crucial for the state. Additionally, the delegation requested the immediate re…
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Deputy CM Losii Dikho Inaugurates Tribal Market in Mayophung

Imphal, August 20, 2026: Deputy Chief Minister of Manipur, Shri Losii Dikho today inaugurated the newly constructed Tribal Market at Mayophung Village in Ukhrul District, located along National Highway 202 (Imphal-Ukhrul road).  The event was organised by the Nashira Area People’s Organisation (NAPO). They also undertook the construction of the Tribal Market under the 4th State Finance Commission through the Autonomous District Council (ADC), Ukhrul.  Gracing the programme as the Chief Guest, Deputy Chief Minister, Shri Losii Dikho highlighted the significance of the Tribal Market, stating that it would provide economic opportunities for the l…
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35th Manipuri Language Day Celebrated in Imphal for Unity

Imphal, August 20, 2026 (DIPR): The 35th Manipuri Language Day was celebrated today at the J.N. Manipur Dance Academy Auditorium, Imphal, under the theme “State Song ‘Sana Leibak Manipur’ for Peace, Unity & Integrity.” The State-level celebration was organised by the Manipuri Language Day State Level Celebration Committee in collaboration with the Jawaharlal Nehru Manipur Dance Academy (JNMDA), Imphal, a constituent unit of the Sangeet Natak Akademi, New Delhi. Hon’ble Minister for Home and Youth Affairs & Sports, Government of Manipur, Shri Govindas Konthoujam, attended the celebration as the Chief Guest. Hon’ble MLAs Shri Sorokhaibam…
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Powergrid Hands Over Ambulance to IRCS Kakching

Kakching, August 20, 2026 (DIO-IPR): The Indian Red Cross Society (IRCS), Kakching District Branch today organised handing-over ceremony of an ambulance at the Conference Hall of the Deputy Commissioner’s Office, Kakching.  The ambulance has been donated by Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (POWERGRID) to the IRCS Kakching District Branch, under its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) healthcare initiatives, also with an objective to contribute towards community development and welfare of the people.  The programme was attended by Shri Naorem Praveen Singh, IAS, Secretary (Youth Affairs & Sports/Art & Culture) and Patron Member…
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Rahul Gandhi Shares Emotional Tribute to Mother Sonia Gandhi

Mama, I last saw you and Papa together more than 35 years ago. Since the day Papa left, I have watched you face everything life threw at you with never-ending courage and dignity. Only Priyanka and I really know what you have been through, and how difficult your life after Papa truly was. I am happy, and so proud, that your story - “Belonging: A Journey of Love” - will finally be read by the millions of people who love you. I know how hard it was for someone as private as you to tell the world your beautiful story. Today, on his birthday, I can see Papa smiling and looking down proudly at his beautiful Sonia. Love, Rahul
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Looking Beyond NRC And Census

THE streets across the Imphal valley and surrounding districts came to a complete standstill during a 48-hrs general strike called by the local organisations under the banner of “ No NRC, No Census ”. Normal life was severely paralyzed as blockades and massive rallies swept through Imphal East, Imphal West, Thoubal, Kakching, and Bishnupur. These intense demonstrations are taking place at a critical moment when the state of Manipur is desperately trying its best to restore peace, normalcy, and harmonious living among its diverse communities. Surprisingly, the Manipur Legislative Assembly has previously passed resolutions pushing for the regist…
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MMA: Pausuankhup Thangkhal

Genesis MMA te zing hun a Assam lam a kimawlna kuan na ding uo, Unaupa Pausuankhup Thangkhal zong ei Nam lak apat pangkha ahi na ah, gual tungtuanna ngah tahen chi deihsak thu ih khak vangut hi. Tualeh a kuanpih ding a loi le pai te hita in lamkai te hita zong in zingvai a kuan khiat hun apat buaina omlou a kimawlna te hoihtak a va kimawl zou un innlam dam le bittak a tung kik na ding un ana thumpih chiat ni. Gual tung tuanna pia theih pa Pasian in na malam uh hung makaih ta hen aw. Khaltal Zomi takheh...!!! Genesis MMA Lamka in masuan hen..!!  ~ KHALMI
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Manipur Orders Closure of All Schools and Colleges Due to Unrest

IMPHAL — The Government of Manipur has ordered a state-wide shutdown of all educational institutions from Thursday, August 20, 2026, to Saturday, August 22, 2026, citing the prevailing law and order situation in the state . The order was issued on August 19, 2026, by Ningthoujam Geoffrey, Commissioner-cum-Secretary (School Education, Higher & Technical Education, Adult Education, SCERT), by order and in the name of the Governor of Manipur . The official directive mandates the temporary closure of: Schools: All schools affiliated with the Board of Secondary Education, the Council of Higher Secondary Education, the Central Board of Secondary Ed…
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CWC flags Students’ Unrest, Ram Temple Donation Theft, Chinese Incursion

NEW DELHI, August 19, 2026: The Congress Working Committee on Wednesday flagged some of the most pressing issues facing the country in its four hour-long meeting held here, which was attended among others by Congress Parliamentary Party Chairperson Smt. Sonia Gandhi, Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge and Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi. Briefing reporters after the meeting, Congress general secretary organisation KC Venugopal, along with general secretary communication Jairam Ramesh and Chairman of the Media and Publicity wing Pawan Khera, said that 88 people attended the meeting. They included the CWC members, permanen…
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