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Manipur’ Mao tribe revisits its culture via traditional sports

Mao Village (Imphal), Aug. 20 : Mao, the Naga tribe of Manipur, has always cherished its traditional games that have since time immemorial given them a medium to keep their tradition and culture alive.

Recently, Mao tribe held traditional games Osu Kaka and Lerii Kaphi Cho, as a gesture to revisit the traditional games.

Located 109 kilometers from Imphal, on Manipur Nagaland border, Mao Village is known for its rich tradition and culture.

Osu Kaka, an indigenous game of the Mao tribe, is held during the post harvest Chiithuni festival, is known for its uniqueness.

Manipuris shocked over kidnapping of children by militant groups

Manipuris shocked over kidnapping of children by militant groupsImphal, Aug 12 : Forcible recruitment and abduction of children by militant groups in Manipur has shocked the people of the state and all sections of the society have condemned such acts of terrorism.

Fear and a sense of insecurity are palpable in school campuses all over the state. Parents and teachers take extra precautions while escorting the children to and back from school.

"It has become very difficult for the people here. Sometimes we feel that the situation may even get worse," said Sunita, a parent.

Seven Manipuri militants behind child kidnapping nabbed

ManipurNew Delhi, July 28 : The Army today nabbed seven militants involved in abduction of children near Imphal.

In last 48 hours, the security forces have nabbed seven militants belonging to different outfits who were involved in the child abduction for recruitment in terrorist’s outfits.

Out of the seven militants apprehended, four militants belong to United National Liberation Front (UNLF), and two belong to PREPAK (GS). Identification of one militant is being ascertained.

Three Manipur Valley militants surrender to the army in Imphal

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Chinese coach trains Wushu players in Manipur

wushu player demoImphal, July 5 : Youth in Manipur were recently given the benefit of being trained by a Chinese Wushu (martial) expert Liang Dong here.

The eight-day camp was primarily used to brush up their technical skills.

The camp was held at the Khuman Lampak Sports Complex.

The idea of procuring the services of a foreign coach for the Wushu players of Manipur was floated by the Wushu Association of Manipur. The Association approached the Directorate of Youth Affairs and Sports, Government of Manipur, for financial assistance in this regard.

Now, militants target brick kiln workers in Manipur

Imphal, June 14 : The activities of militant organisations have hit all sections of Manipuri society.

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