Kangpokpi NCORD Meeting Reviews Anti-Drug Measures

Kangpokpi, August 21, 2026 (DIO): The District Administration of Kangpokpi convened a review meeting of the Narcotics Coordination Committee (NCORD) to assess ongoing efforts to combat drug trafficking, illegal poppy cultivation and substance abuse in the district. The meeting was chaired by District Collector and NCORD Chairperson Hemant Kumar, IAS, with Deputy Commissioner Mahesh Chaudhari, IAS, and senior officials from the police, Central forces and other departments participating. A key focus of the meeting was strengthening coordination among agencies to curb the inflow of illicit substances and address the consumption of tobacco and alc…
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Why Manipur’s Drive Targets the Kuki-Zo

THE growing push to implement a National Register of Citizens in Manipur prior to the census carries deep, dangerous implications that threaten to marginalise the Kuki-Zo community. Under the guise of identifying illegal immigrants, this administrative drive increasingly resembles a targeted policy aimed at disenfranchising tribal populations who have inhabited these hills for generations. The core of this issue lies in a complete disregard for unique tribal history and political development. Historically, the tribal hill regions were never under the direct rule of Meitei kings; they governed themselves independently through an ancient, self…
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UPSC Announces 80 APFC Posts, Applications Open From Aug 22!

NEW DELHI, August 21, 2026: The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has invited online applications for 80 vacancies for the post of Assistant Provident Fund Commissioner (APFC) in the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) under the Ministry of Labour and Employment. The recruitment has been announced through Indicative Special Advertisement No. 52/2026 under Vacancy No. 26085201722 . The posts will be filled through Direct Recruitment by Selection . According to the advertisement, the online application process will begin on August 22, 2026 , and continue until September 11, 2026 . The 80 vacancies comprise 29 posts for Unreserved (UR),…
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KUFIDA Expands Executive Cabinet, Names Fresh Office Bearers

LAMKA, August 21, 2026:  The Kuki Film Development Association (KUFIDA) has formally announced the expansion of its executive leadership with the appointment of new office bearers and executive members. The announcement was made through a press release dated August 20, 2026, stating that the expansion is aimed at strengthening organizational leadership, promoting Kuki cinema and supporting film production across regions. KUFIDA, whose motto is “Peace and Unity Through Cinema,” was registered in 1991 and has been working for the development and promotion of Kuki cinema and the wider film fraternity. Executive Cabinet & Office Bearers Vice Pres…
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Imphal-Guwahati Bus Service Resumes After Three-Year Gap

Imphal, August 21, 2026: As part of the State Government’s continuing efforts to restore peace and normalcy, public transport services on the Imphal–Dimapur–Guwahati route resumed today, marking a significant development after a gap of nearly three years since the unprecedented crisis in the State.  A total of 125 passengers travelled on the route, in two buses and five wingers. The resumption of this service is an important step towards restoring normal life and strengthening connectivity. It has been widely appreciated by the public, with people welcoming the restoration of this crucial inter-State link. One of the travellers, Kiyam Kumarjit …
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Census Training Begins for Parbung and Pherzawl Areas

PHERZAWL, August 21, 2026: Training programme on House Listing and Housing Census (HLO) began today at the Conference Hall, HSA Complex as part of preparations for the first phase of Census 2027 in Pherzawl district. Enumerators and Supervisors engaged for Parbung and Pherzawl Sub-Divisions participated in the three-day training programme. Addressing the inaugural session, Shri Zosanglur Joute, ADC Pherzawl and Charge Officer for Tipaimukh‑Parbung encouraged participants to make full use of the training to ensure smooth conduct of census operations and emphasised the importance of dedication during the subsequent house‑to‑house enumeration. Th…
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UMPC Calls for NRC Before Census and Delimitation in Manipur

IMPHAL, August 21, 2026: The United Meitei-Pangal Committee (UMPC), Manipur , has reiterated its demand that no Census or delimitation exercise be undertaken in the state before the implementation and completion of a National Register of Citizens (NRC) , with 1951 as the base year . In a press communiqué dated August 19, 2026 , the organisation said population enumeration should first address concerns relating to citizenship verification and demographic integrity, which it said could have implications for Manipur's identity, land, resources and political representation. The UMPC called on the Government of India and the Government of Manipur t…
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Oasis College Hosts Webinar on Kuki-Zo Socio-Political Roots

Oasis College , Kangpokpi, Manipur, in collaboration with Kachinland College, will organise a one-day webinar on “The Socio-Political History of the Kuki-Zo People in North East India” on Saturday, August 22, 2026. The webinar is scheduled from 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm and will feature two speakers: Dr D. Letkhojam Haokip , Associate Professor in the Department of History at Gauhati University, Assam, and Dr Robert Thongkholal Haokip , Assistant Professor at the Centre for Study of Law and Governance, Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi. According to the programme, both speakers will deliver separate speeches on the subject. Dr Haoginlen Chongloi , A…
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UPF-KNO Calls for Probe Into Manipur Violence, Seeks UT Rule

UNITED PEOPLE'S FRONT (UPF) KUKI NATIONAL ORGANIZATION (KNO) The state Cabinet unilaterally abrogated the tripartite agreement on 24 January 2024 at Kangla Fort, at the directive of the Arambai Tenggol militant organisation. State representatives subsequently boycotted the February meeting, which concluded without any deliberation on the required extension. The state apparatus now functions exclusively as a partisan militia. We must emphasise the state government's extensive abuse of power under N Biren Singh. He enabled the mass looting of state armouries, resulting in militants acquiring over 6,000 advanced rifles, 600,000 rounds of a…
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ZSF Urges End to Hornbill Killing, Call for Conservation Bid

NEW LAMKA, August 20, 2026:  The Zomi Students’ Federation – General Headquarters (ZSF-GHQ) has strongly opposed the indiscriminate killing of endangered species, particularly hornbills, and urged the public to help protect the birds. In a press release issued on 20 August 2026, the ZSF-GHQ said several reports of hornbill killings have surfaced in recent months. The federation noted that the hornbill holds special significance as the national symbol of the Zomis and is also an endangered species. The ZSF-GHQ appealed to people to immediately stop activities involving the killing of hornbills. It particularly urged those hunting the birds for s…
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State wide Protest Rally Against NIA Discrimination towards Kuki-Zo

The Kuki Women Organisation for Human Rights (KWOHR) has announced a state-wide protest rally on Friday, August 21, 2026, targeting what it calls discrimination, bias, and selective actions by the National Investigation Agency (NIA) against the Kuki-Zo community. Organisers have issued a call under the banner "One People. One Voice. One Demand: Justice!" , urging members of the community to participate and demand equal justice. Event Details and Route Date & Time: Friday, August 21, 2026, starting at 11:00 AM. Rally Route: The procession will begin at Koite Play Ground, pass through Tuinom Road Junction and Tuibong Bazar along the m…
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UKNA: LUNGHEMPINA THUTHOT

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KUKI NATIONAL ARMY: THUPHON

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Rajiv Gandhi Remembered on His 82nd Birth Anniversary

Paid tribute to former Prime Minister and Bharat Ratna Shri Rajiv Gandhi on his 82nd birth anniversary at the Central Hall of Parliament House in New Delhi, August 20, 2026 . 💚💙💜
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