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Chief minister says all party team will meet Prime minister and home minister on 3 bills after fixing an appointment
Imphal, 18 May 2016 : Chief Minister Okram Ibobi, much to the disappointment of the people of Manipur, today stated that the team of all political party is awaiting for an appointment with the Indian Prime Minister and Union Home Minister to discuss the 3 Bills passed by the state assembly to protect the indigenous people of Manipur. Speaking on the sidelines of the 58th Foundation Day of Cultural Forum, Manipur held at Maharaj Chandrakriti Auditorium, Chief Minister was optimistic that the differences that exist among the communities living in the state regarding the bills will be sorted out soon through dialogue. Mention may be made that the team of all political party was to supposed to leave Imphal yesterday to meet central leaders on the 3 Bills in Delhi.
World Hypertension Day is observed every year on May 17
Imphal, 17 May 2016 ( Evening News ): Manipur joins the rest of the world in observing world Hypertension day today. The day was observed on the theme Know your Number at JNIMS auditorium by Manipur Heart care society. World Hypertension Day is observed every year on May 17 to create public awareness about hypertension, its preventive measures and complications and distribute the message of maintenance of normal blood pressure among the common people. High Blood Pressure causes various complications in the body and may lead to the major risk to the heart stroke, kidney disease, eye disorders, coma or even death. As part of the observance workshop on ‘How to do it-measuring BP by automatic machine’ and ‘Know something Basic about ECG’ was held for the community leaders, interns and Junior Residents. Community leaders from Ukhrul, Chandel, Senapati and Imphal were distributed BP instrument to encourage them identify High BP patients in their communities and create more awareness. The event was attended by members of Manipur heart care society, staff and students of JNIMS. Addressing the gathering JNIMS Director, Prof, L. Deben stated that by doing regular exercise and leading healthy lifestyle one can prevent the deadly disease.
Four persons accused of corruption by KCP MJC refute charges, ask the outfit to clarify
Imphal, 17 May 2016 ( Evening News ) : Four persons accused of corruption and drug trafficking by outlawed KCP-MJC today refuted the charges against them. The allegations appeared in local dailies today. Lourembam Rame from Kyamgei, Sorokhaibam Achou, Senior Assistant in MU and his wife and Khuraijam Abecha from Langthabal Mantrikhong Mayai Leikai were accused by KCP-MJC of trafficking drugs and misappropriation of fund in Manipur University. Speaking at a press meet, Sorokhaibam Achou refuted the charges levelled against them and urged the outfit to clarify exactly when and how they swindled the fund. Though the outfit asked them to come to an amicable solution within 3 days on April 28, any means of contact was given to them. Achou also added that if they were in any way found involved in drug trafficking, they are ready to accept any punishment given by the people. Mention may be made that KCP MJC had already claimed its hand in planting of bomb near a shop run by Lourembam Rame on May 15.
filing of nomination for Imphal Municipal Corporation election
Imphal, 17 May 2016 ( Evening News ) : Till the last day for filing of nomination for Imphal Municipal Corporation election, 89 candidates of councillors and 149 candidates of members have filed their nominations. Of the 27 wards, 20 Wards are in Imphal West and 7 wards are in Imphal east. In Imphal west candidates filed their nominations to Returning Officer and 2 Assistant Returning officers at D.C Office, Imphal West. In Imphal East candidates filed their nominations at the office of Sub-Divisional Officer. Till the last day 57 have filed nomination for councillor and 127 for members in Imphal West while 32 for councillors and 22 for members in Imphal East.
Authorities continue drive against illegal encroachments on main roads in Imphal to ease traffic movement
Imphal, 17 May 2016 : Illegal encroachments on foot paths of main roads in Imphal were removed by a team of police personnel today. Under the direction of Works Minister Kshetrimayum Biren, the encroachers were forced to remove piles of timber from the eastern side of Minuthong near the crematorium of Imphal Municipal Corporation. Police personnel also seized some of them. Eviction of illegal encroachment on main roads will continue as the Government has already decided to remove the illegal structures on the roadsides to ease the traffic congestion in Imphal city.
