Manipur CM says no rollback on new districts
The Manipur government is not considering any reversal of the decision, Chief Minister N. Biren Singh said on Sunday in reply to the United Naga Council's demand for rollback of the creation of the seven new districts in the state.
Jul 09, 2017, 18:20 PM IST
Manipur CM N Biren Singh initiates process to lift economic blockade
The newly appointed Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh today initiated the process to lift the over four-month long economic blockade in the state, a BJP leader said.
Mar 16, 2017, 16:33 PM IST
New Manipur CM assures Naga blockade will be lifted
Manipur`s new Chief Minister N. Biren Singh on Wednesday said his first priority is to get lifted the indefinite economic blockade of the state imposed by the United Naga Council (UNC).
Mar 15, 2017, 18:12 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
Manipur Assembly elections 2017: What all are the burning issues in this crucial electoral battle
With Manipur going to polls on March 4 and 8, political parties have a host of issues to contend with.
Jan 31, 2017, 17:12 PM IST
Why Manipur has to endure repeated blockades?
The possible reason for this seems to be opposing the creation of new districts by the state government.
Jan 11, 2017, 08:15 AM IST
No solution in sight to Manipur blockade
The UNC had imposed the indefinite blockade on November 1 in protest against the government`s plan to create two new districts.
Dec 31, 2016, 14:04 PM IST
BJP asks UNC to immediately withdraw eco blockade in Manipur
BJP spokesperson N Biren appealed the UNC to withdraw the blockade which entered its 56th day today and sought "another forum" to achieve its demands.
Dec 26, 2016, 18:46 PM IST
Naga blockade hits construction works in Manipur
The UNC has accused the Ibobi Singh government of not consulting Nagas, who inhabit the areas, before deciding to upgrade them as districts.
Dec 04, 2016, 19:36 PM IST
