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Imphal, 12 May 2017 ( Evening News ) : All Manipur Petrol Pump Dealers Association has called off their closures of petrol pumps after reaching an understanding. Oil pumps have been asked to function as usual. The understanding was reached between the CAF & PD Minister, Karam Shyam and the Association at Old Secretariat today. Speaking to media persons, Minister Karam Shyam said the incident occurred due to misunderstanding amongst the two parties and that the decision of opening the pumps has been made in view of the inconveniences the public will face. Meanwhile both the minister and the association have refused to reply to Impact News query on the understanding that has been reached. It may be mentioned that the association has been demanding an apology from the director of CAF & PD with regards to the comments he made on raids carried out at the pumps.
Imphal, 11 May 2017 ( Evening News ) : Manipur Science Meet, 2017 kicked off today at National Institute of Electronics and Information Technology NIELIT, Akampat. The five day science meet is jointly organised by Manipur Science & Technology Council, NIELIT and 4 other organisations under the aegis of Department of Science and Technology, Government of India. Secretary of Science & Technology, Manipur and many others were present at the inaugural function. Speakers at the event pointed out that the state lacks in the field of Science research. Many people from Manipur are known world wide for their contribution in the field of science and technology. To bring about a development in the field of science, youths should be imparted with innovative thoughts and ideas. The speakers also blamed the education system of the state where students are busy only with academics which does not allow them to think of out of the box. As part of the event, State Science Communicator award was presented to Dr. Chungkham Indira, a teacher from Johnstone Higher Secondary School. Many students from over 20 educational institutes will showcase their projects at the science meet.
Imphal, 08 May 2017 ( Evening News ) : 2 territorial army personnel have been killed and 2 others sustained injuries in 2 IED blasts around 5.30 this morning at Lokchao in Tengnoupal district. The victims are all from Manipur. The deceased personnel have been identified as Arjun Baral from Koubru Leikha in Kangpokpi District and Varesho Hungyo from Leishipung Khul in Senapati District. The injured are identified as Toijam Chandra Singh from Thangal Leikai in Churachandpur and Y. Govind Singh from Kakching. Sources from the spot informed that the territorial army of 165 Battalion were returning towards their post after patrolling. 2 IED Bombs exploded simultaneously in front and the rear of the army vehicle about 2 kilometres away from their post. Sepoy Arjun Baral was kiiled on the spot while Varesho succumbed to his injury at the SHIJA Hospital. Chandra and Govind are currently undergoing treatment at the 57 Mountain Division, military hospital, Leimakhong. The front mirror and body of the truck were damaged. Officials of Moreh Police and Assam Rifles inspected the blast site. A search was also conducted. It may be recalled that 3 Manipur police personnel had died and 9 sustained injuries in an ambush by unknown miscreants around the same area in Lokachao last december
Imphal, 07 May 2017 ( Evening News ) : Imphal west Narcotic Cell have arrested 2 persons with 7 packets of WY tablet worth about 7 Lakhs Rupees from international market today during a drive. They have been identified as a 33 year old, Md Ithemchouba son of late Md Ajijur from Sora Mamang Leikai and Md Safiquer Rahaman son of Md Azizur Rahman from Sora Mayai Leikai. They were arrested near BD Pharmacy in Meitei leikai on National Highway number 2. The drive was conducted under the supervision of SP, Imphal West led by Additional SP (Law and Order) Priyadhashini Laishram and Inspector of Imphal West Narcotics Cell, Kangjam Ranjit
Imphal, 05 May 2017 ( Evening News ) : MAHUD Minister, Shyamkumar has warned the illegal encroachers in market places in Imphal city to vacate the areas. Shyamkumar today gave an ultimatum of 3 days to the encroachers in Imphal markets to vacate the places. Speaking to media persons during his visit to market areas this morning the minister said he saw illegal encroachers in market spaces during the inspection. He said shops have been constructed over the drain without the approval of relevant authorities and Sulabh has been turned into a godown. The minister ordered its closure. Shyamkumar said the encroachers are posing a serious hindrance to govt's drive to maintain the market places neat and clean. He said the encroachers will be evicted after three days.
Responding to a media query about steps regarding improvement of the Nambul River, Minister Shyamkumar asserted that the Govt plans to keep the river neat and clean. He said the state Govt has submitted a project to the Environment Ministry to improve the condition of the river. He said work will begin once the ministry approves the project. The minister stated that the Govt will soon take a decision on using renewable plastic and imposing a ban on non-renewable plastic products. Director of MAHUD, N Geetkumar, Joint Secretary NG Uttam and DC, Imphal West, C Arthur accompanied the minister during the inspection today.
Imphal, 05 May 2017 ( Evening News ) : Chief Minister, Nongthombam Biren today launched Pradhan Mantri Bhatatiya Jan Aushadhi Pari Yojana in line with the initiative of Prime Minister to make good quality medication available in the country. Biren launched the first Jan Aushadhi Kendra of the state at JNIMS Auditorium today at an event organised by Health and Family Welfare. Addressing the inaugural event, Biren said the poor will be provided medicines at an affordable price. He said the government gives priority to the welfare of the people and urged the people to support the govt's efforts to achieve a good administration. He said the yojana will not succeed if the Kendra diverts the medicines to pharmacies. He also stressed the need for an honest effort by all concerned to make the program a success. Union Minister of State for Chemical and Fertilisers, Mansukh L Mandaviya handed over a cheque of 36 lakh rupees to CM Biren to provide medicines at low price in 16 districts of the state. Medical licenses were also handed over to CMOs of District Hospitals and CHC of 26 Kendras. Medicines were also presented to the first kendra of the state, JNIMS. A cancer medicine worth over 3 thousand rupees will be available at the Kendra at just 600 rupees under the yojana. Painkiller medicines will also be available at a cheap price.
Imphal, 04 May 2017 ( Evening News ) : The State cabinet yesterday approved completion of 57 works in various depts in 100 days. The progress of the works will be monitored by the Chief Minister’s office. The cabinet meeting chaired by chief minister N. Bren gave approval to the works are related to Health & Family Welfare, Information Technology, Science & Technology, Agriculture, Horticulture, Transport, Public Works Department, Home, Art and Culture, Public Health Engineering Department, Finance Department, Power, Directorate of Information and Public Relations, Tourism, Rural development and Panchayati Raj, Education, Planning, Social Welfare, MAHUD, Minorities and Backward Classes, and Department of Personnel. The cabinet focussed on opening of Cyber Crime Police Station and Community Policing System under Home, DP, MAHUD, Social Welfare and Labour, discontinuation of interview in Direct recruitment of Grade-III and IV posts, Extension of PMAY (Urban) to Greater Imphal, Opening of accounts for all old aged persons beneficiaries and door step delivery of pension, Welfare benefit to 6000 building and construction workers, action plan for ensuring one job opportunity to every household. The works also included construction of 46 classrooms and 14 hostels with 645 beds, Start of DIET Imphal East, Rationalisation of transfer and posting of health staff especially in hill areas and putting in place a policy for transfer and posting, Special immunisation drive for 8000 children of 0-2 years, Setting up of 50 seated Digital Planetarium at Manipur Science Centre, and preparation of strategy for doubling farmers’ income by 2020, Revival of Manipur State Transport Regulation of private schools and private tuition centres, vocational courses in 40 colleges, E-payment system under MGNERGS in all 161 Panchayats and Manipur State Journalists Welfare Fund.
Imphal, 02 May 2017 ( Evening News ) : Food Safety Enforcement Wing conducted a drive at Masjid road and Thangal Bazaar today. The drive was conducted by a combined team of Enforcement Wings of Imphal East, Imphal West, Thoubal and Bisnupur Districts under the supervision of Food Safety Commissioner, P.K Singh. During the drive, edible items being sold without licence were seized. On hearing about the drive, a few shopkeepers pulled the shutters down. They have been sealed by the Enforcement Wing. Shopkeepers were found selling edible items without the Food Safety & Standards Authority of India-FSSAI license. The team also found many items imported from Myanmar without expiry date stickers, stickers with Myanmar language, stickers with manufacturing dates printed twice. Designated Officer of Food Safety & Administration, Thounaojam Sunilkumar who took part in the drive said the edible items which may cause throat diseases to the children were banned earlier. These banned items have been seized today. He said actions will be taken under the Food Safety & Standards Act 2006 if shopkeepers are found violating the rules. He stated that the drives could not be held regularly in the past due to the lack of manpower in the department. Sunilkumar said now they have adequate manpower and the drive will now be conducted regularly in all valley districts. He also appealed to the public and CSOs to extend all possible support to stop the people without the FSSAI license from selling.
