BJP, RSS come to Manipur with a sense of superiority, not humility: Rahul Gandhi
"When BJP and RSS come to Manipur, they come not with respect, not with understanding. They come with a sense of superiority," said Rahul Gandhi in Imphal.
Feb 21, 2022, 15:32 PM IST
BJP in progressive mode in Manipur: Himanta Biswa Sarma
Manipur Assembly polls throwing up a fractured mandate, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader and Assam Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma today said that his party is in progressive mode and would put forth its position regarding government formation tomorrow.
Mar 12, 2017, 17:39 PM IST
Manipur CM Okram Ibobi Singh elected as Congress legislature party leader
Manipur Chief Minister Okram Ibobi Singh was on Sunday elected as the Congress legislature party leader.
Mar 12, 2017, 16:14 PM IST
Who will take power in Manipur? Congress or BJP?
Uncertainty looms large on government formation in Manipur although the ruling Congress is the single largest party in the new assembly with 28 seats.
Mar 12, 2017, 16:09 PM IST
BJP, Congress trying to woo splinter parties in Manipur
The ruling Congress and the BJP have secured 28 and 21 seats respectively in a hung assembly after the Manipur assembly elections, and are exploring ways to get support from the splinter parties to form the government.
Mar 12, 2017, 12:50 PM IST
UNC to oppose Congress in Manipur assembly polls, asks Nagas to support NPF candidates
The United Naga Council (UNC) which has been continuing a blockade in two national highways in Manipur since November 1, has said it would oppose Congress in the Assembly election to be held on March 4 and 8.
Feb 28, 2017, 11:34 AM IST
Bombs recovered ahead of PM Narendra Modi's visit to Manipur
Police have intensified frisking all over the state capital to ensure that there was no loophole in the security arrangements for the Prime Minister's visit.
Feb 24, 2017, 12:51 PM IST
Insurgents impose curfew during PM Narendra Modi's visit to Manipur
The apex body of six insurgent groups in Manipur, the Coordinating Committee (Corcom) has imposed a curfew from 6 am on Saturday.
Feb 24, 2017, 09:32 AM IST
Athenpot Thinba - a royal legacy in Manipur poll campaign
In Manipur, where the over three-month-long economic blockade has hit life, among the most popular form of campaigning for the March assembly polls is the unique 'Athenpot Thinba' or flag hoisting ceremony.
Feb 23, 2017, 12:55 PM IST
Security beefed up ahead of PM Narendra Modi's rally in Manipur
Security has been beefed up ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit here to address a public rally in favour of BJP candidates for the upcoming Manipur Assembly elections.
Feb 23, 2017, 12:51 PM IST
Manipur: Militants fire at security convoy of Deputy CM Gaikhangam Gangmei, one security personnel injured
Armed militant`s involvement in the upcoming State Assembly Election is now clear, as well equipped cadres on Wednesday ambushed advance security team which were on their way to make free passage for the VIPs and VVIPs of Deputy Chief here.
Feb 22, 2017, 14:27 PM IST
Mother's market traders in Manipur want shops repaired, better schemes
The politics of poll bound Manipur may revolve around the economic blockade, but women traders of Mother's market here want their shops damaged in an earthquake a year ago to be repaired soon.
Feb 22, 2017, 12:09 PM IST
168 candidates in fray for first phase Manipur polls
A total of 168 candidates are left in the fray for the first phase of polls in Manipur in 38 Assembly constituencies.
Feb 19, 2017, 13:52 PM IST
Poor representation of women in candidate lists of political parties
Though women voters outnumber men in the electoral rolls in Manipur, only a small number of them have featured in the candidate lists of political parties in the upcoming state Assembly elections here.
Feb 19, 2017, 13:42 PM IST
Majority should not disturb minority and vice-versa: Manipur Chief Minister Okram Ibobi Singh
With Manipur facing an indefinite economic blockade imposed by UNC, Chief Minister Okram Ibobi Singh today said the state belongs to all ethnic groups and majority should not disturb the minority or vice-versa.
Feb 17, 2017, 16:51 PM IST
Akhilesh hits back at Modi on 'inexperience' barb
Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav today made light of the Prime Minister's "inexperience" barb at him, saying he has learnt to cycle fast so that neither BSP's elephant nor BJP's lotus can come anywhere near the SP.
Feb 16, 2017, 16:55 PM IST
MNDF announces names of 15 candidates for Manipur election
Manipur National Democratic Front (MNDF) today announced its list of 15 candidates for the Manipur Assembly polls to be held next month.
Feb 12, 2017, 13:28 PM IST
Manipur BJP announces candidates for 2 remaining seats
The BJP today announced names of candidates for the two remaining seats for the 60-member Manipur Assembly elections to be held next month.
Feb 08, 2017, 20:48 PM IST
Manipur Assembly elections 2017: All you need to know
The polling to elect 60 members of Manipur Legislative Assembly election, 2017 will be held on March 4 and 8 as the term of current Legislative Assembly ends on 18 March 2017.
Feb 01, 2017, 16:10 PM IST
'Iron Lady' Irom Sharmila to contest Manipur polls against CM Okram Ibobi
After ending her fast in August last year, she formed a new political party called the People's Resurgence and Justice Alliance.
Jan 02, 2017, 19:03 PM IST
