Journalists cease work, protest in Imphal against torching of newsprint

Imphal: Condemning the torching of newsprint rolls and other printing materials by miscreants in Kangpokpi district on Wednesday, the media fraternity of the state ceased work for the day on Friday and protested at the Manipur Press Club premises, reports K Sarojkumar Sharma. The press materials, meant for a local daily news house in Imphal, were being transported from Guwahati by truck when around 25 miscreants intercepted the vehicle on Wednesday at around 2:30 pm in the Motbung area. The miscreants removed the materials before setting them on fire.

Earthquake of magnitude 3.1 hit Imphal East, Manipur

On the morning of August 6, 2024, Imphal East in Manipur experienced an earthquake with a magnitude of 3.1 at 8:11 am. Originating at a depth of 10 km, the tremor was widely felt but caused no significant damage.

Singer Rahul Ananda backed protest but his house too torched

Renowned Bangladeshi folk singer Rahul Ananda's 140-year-old home in Dhaka was attacked by an armed mob. The mob looted, ransacked, and set the house on fire, destroying over 3,000 handcrafted musical instruments. Public reactions condemned the violence, stressing it tarnished the nation's image. Musicians and activists highlighted the impact on Bangladesh's cultural fabric and called for peace.

No laxity in distribution of flood relief material

Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath visited Gonda and reviewed 13 departments of the Devipatan division. He emphasized efficient flood relief distribution, crop damage surveys, and resolving revenue matters. He urged maximum school enrollments, cracking down on illegal mining, restoring roads, and maintaining vigilance on the Nepal border. Public grievances must be handled promptly through IGRS.