Manipur: Poor mobile connectivity in Moreh irks residents

As the mobile internet services are moving towards the 5th generation with assured superior connectivity and enhanced network speed, the situation is somewhat very different in Moreh Town, located along the Indo-Myanmar border in Manipur’s Tegnoupal District. When it comes to connectivity, residents in Moreh have major concerns as since 2019 telecom services have almost […]

Manipur gears up for 2nd phase of Assembly Elections

Manipur has geared up for the second phase of assembly polls scheduled to be held tomorrow. As many as 92 candidates, including two women, are in the fray for the second phase to be held across 22 constituencies in the state. The two women candidates are CPI’s Y Romita from Kakching constituency and SS Olish […]

BJP violated model code of conduct by releasing funds for rebel outfits: Congress

Congress observer for Manipur Jairam Ramesh has levelled serious allegations against the N. Biren Singh government. Ramesh has accused the ruling BJP of violating the election code of conduct. Ramesh has said that in a violation of the model code of conduct, the Union Home Ministry and the BJP led Manipur government have released funds […]

Manipur Assembly Elections: Campaigning for Phase 2 ends

Campaigning for the second and final phase of polling for the Manipur Assembly Elections concluded today. The stage is set for Phase 2 of Elections. Come Saturday, over 8.25 lakh voters will decide the fate of 92 candidates in as many as 22 Assembly constituencies. Polling will be held in the electoral districts of Thoubal, […]

Manipur: Re-polling recommend for 9 poll stations in Churachandpur

Following several reports of clashes and proxy voting from parts of the state during the first phase of the Assembly election in Manipur on February 28, the district observers and polling officers have recommended re-polling in nine polling stations in Churachandpur district. However, the Election Commission of India is yet to take a final decision […]

Manipur: Vehicle carrying poll security personnel meets with accident, 1 killed, 8 critically injured

At least 12 security personnel, who were on their way to Tamenglong for the second phase of poll duty met with a tragic road mishap this morning. As per the latest inputs, one of the security personnel died on the spot, while eight others sustained serious injuries. Sources claim that the accident happened when the […]

PM Modi’s virtual rally ahead of Phase 2 polls in Manipur, takes potshots at Congress

Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed a virtual rally for the second phase of polling in Manipur. Addressing the gathering, PM Modi said that the BJP is committed to the all-around development of the state. Further, PM Modi, while taking potshots at the former Congress government, said that the government under Chief Minister N Biren Singh […]

78% turnout recorded for 1st phase of Manipur Assembly elections

A sizeable voters’ turnout of 78.03% was registered till 5 pm for the first phase of Manipur Assembly elections as voting took place under tight security cover in 1721 polling stations spread across 5 electoral districts. For the first phase 38 seats were in fray. Also Read: Meghalaya: TMC entry will benefit UDP, says Rymbui […]

Manipur: Tension at Keithelmanbi over alleged attempts of booth capture

As the state goes for 1st phase of polls multiple incidents of violence have been reported from poll-bound Manipur. The biggest incident so far has been reported from Keithelmanbi polling station under Saitu assembly constituency in Kangpokpi district. Congress supporters in the polling station accused the BJP supporters of staging a booth capture. As the […]