Ricky Angkang
IFP Correspondent, Ukhrul, Manipur
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Posted on 16 Nov 2024
Contrary to last year’s poor harvest where yield had declined by 45 to 50 per cent, this season showed better results as the turnover jumped to double figure much to the relief of farmers who feared that another crop failure may hit their livelihood and further worsen their already grim situation.
Posted on 28 Oct 2024
The first phase was harvested in May, and most farmers who had planted this highly nutritious cereal crop in specific areas had romped home more than they expected.
Posted on 22 Oct 2024
Paddy yields had reportedly declined by 45-50 per cent last year in Ukhrul and Kamjong districts of Manipur
Posted on 10 Oct 2024
With no financial assistance coming from the government’s end till date, the family members have been managing with their lone kitchen.
Posted on 6 Oct 2024
The ailing population across different age groups has increased - from the young to the old, health complaints have surged in recent years as per data collected from villages and hospitals in Manipur.
Posted on 4 Sept 2024
The so-called larvae of the nutritious wild giant hornet, which is locally called “Khuirei” in Tangkhul, is in high demand in the north eastern region given its exceptionally sumptuous taste, size and the aroma it produces.
Posted on 30 Aug 2024
The farmers from different districts of Manipur, including Ukhrul, have decided to grow millet crops as an alternative to deal with crop failure and hardships caused by decline in paddy and other standing crops.
Posted on 14 Jul 2024
Meet Sorormi Shimrah, a young village girl from Lungshang Chingkha in Manipur's Ukhrul district, who generates around Rs 10,000-20,000 per month from her farm production.
Posted on 14 Jul 2024
Jessami Hume’s Pheasant sanctuary serves as a haven for numerous endangered mammal and avian species.
Posted on 4 Jul 2024
The student body’s call for NHIDCL office closure came following repeated failure on the latter part to listen to the voice of the area people who have been facing numerous problems due to pathetic lifeline conditions.
Posted on 13 Jun 2024
The prolonged blackout has hugely impacted the normal life of the people, especially students belonging to poor families who could ill-afford alternative power backup.
Posted on 11 Jun 2024
Corn plants, cabbages and mustard leaves were the most affected crops.
Posted on 30 May 2024
Taking a cue from its climate resilient nature, farmers in different areas of Ukhrul district, Manipur have planted millet crops which are not affected by climate changes.
Posted on 26 May 2024
“The uncontrolled spread of Ma-rām has drastically diminished the available habitat for lily growth,” lamented a villager.
Posted on 22 May 2024
“I weave not because I have no food over the table. I find inner joy by connecting with what I am passionate about."
Posted on 14 May 2024
The two trucks which met an accident at the approach road of Phangrei were fully loaded with timber.
Posted on 11 Apr 2024
Manipur's Chingjaroi CV wore a vibrant look with the young and old, alike in full traditional attire, thronging the venue of Khamor Angkhui festival as the natives came together in unison to celebrate their much revered cultural festival.
Posted on 31 Jan 2024
The habitat of Nongin, the state bird of Manipur, covers around 15 km in area. The exact figure of this bird species could not be ascertained though its presence is still intact.
Posted on 23 Jan 2024
Created in 2022, the Nongin reserve is under the care of the Jessami Village Council.
Posted on 23 Jan 2024
Tekhru -Nge (literal meaning, self sanctification/purification) is an annual celebration. It is similar to the Luira Phanit festival of the Tangkhul community (seed sowing festival).
