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Earthquake of magnitude 2.9 strikes Manipur's Churachandpur
Churachandpur (Manipur), December 21: An earthquake of magnitude 2.9 struck Manipur's Churachandpur on Sunday, as per the National Center for Seismology.
Towards ethnic unity: Meitei MLA visits Manipur's tribal areas
Imphal, Dec 8: In a significant gesture since ethnic violence erupted in Manipur in May 2023, former Minister and BJP MLA Yumnam Khemchand Singh visited the tribal-majority districts of Ukhrul and Kamjong on Monday, in the first outreach by any Meitei leader to the hill areas since the conflict began.
486 acres of illegal poppy farms destroyed in Manipur; joint operation foils large-scale opium manufacture
Imphal, Nov 17: As part of the anti-narcotics crackdowns, Central and state security forces have destroyed more than 486 acres of illegal poppy cultivation across Manipur's mountainous districts within the last five days, effectively foiling a large-scale attempt to manufacture opium worth several crores, officials said on Monday.
Thousands greet NSCN-IM supremo Thuingaleng Muivah in Manipur's Ukhrul district
Imphal, Oct 22: Thousands of Naga people, including women and children, on Wednesday accorded a rousing welcome to NSCN-IM General Secretary Thuingaleng Muivah in Manipur's Ukhrul district headquarters.
Manipur: Ukhrul district awaits NSCN-IM leader's homecoming after 50 years
Imphal, Oct 21: Hectic preparations are underway in Manipur's Naga-inhabited Ukhrul and Senapati districts, with just a day to go for the long-awaited homecoming of NSCN-IM General Secretary Thuingaleng Muivah.
Manipur group urges NSCN-IM leader Muivah to apologise to Nagas for past mistakes
Imphal, Oct 19: Days ahead of the much-anticipated visit of NSCN-IM General Secretary Thuingaleng Muivah to Manipur, a Naga organisation on Sunday urged him to apologise to the Naga community for his past mistakes during his homecoming on October 22.
Manipur farmers find sweet success in apples
Ukhrul August 9: In the cool, verdant hills of Senapati and Ukhrul in Manipur, a quiet revolution is underway. Apples, once a fruit primarily associated with Kashmir and Himachal Pradesh, are now taking root and thriving in this northeastern state.
Manipur's indigenous Haofa dog breed finds new recognition
By Bharat Pandey, Ukhrul, July 17: Haofa is an indigenous dog breed from the Tangkhul region, valued for its sharp hunting instincts and loyalty.
Manipur powers progress through spirit of sports
Senapati/Ukhrul, July 10: In the resilient hill districts of Senapati and Ukhrul, the spirit of Manipur's tribal communities is alive in the arena of sports, where tradition meets transformation. Here, indigenous wrestling and grassroots football are not just pastimes but pathways to unity, discipline, and hope.
Black pottery from Ukhrul shines as a symbol of tribal heritage
Ukhrul, June 26: In the scenic hills of Ukhrul district lies Nungbi village, home to a centuries-old craft that speaks of tradition, resilience, and community -- the famed black pottery of the Tangkhul Naga tribe.
Improved road connectivity fuels growth and upliftment in Manipur's hill districts
By Bharat Pandey, Ukhrul, June 24: Manipur is steadily paving its path to progress, one road at a time. As the state continues to improve its road infrastructure, the ripple effects are being felt far and wide, bringing tangible benefits to daily life, local economies, and the broader social fabric of the region.
Manipur: Young designers, models shine at Ukhrul's fashion stage
Ukhrul, June 21: High in the misty hills of Ukhrul, a quiet fashion revolution is taking center stage as young models prepare for a mega fashion day event during the recently concluded Shirui Lily Festival, a celebration where style meets tradition in the most elegant form.
Manipur assembly speaker Satyabrata Singh attends 5th State Level Shirui Lily Festival in Ukhrul
Ukhrul, May 23: The 5th State Level Shirui Lily Festival is currently being celebrated in Shirui village of Ukhrul district in Manipur, drawing public participation and official presence.
Manipur: Shirui Lily Festival kicks off amid tight security
Imphal, May 20: The five-day-long Shirui Lily Festival began in Manipur's Ukhrul district on Tuesday amidst tight security. The festival, organised by the Manipur Tourism Department, is being held for the first time since ethnic violence broke out in the state in May 2023.