Manipur RS MP urges MLAs to work together to restore peace
IMPHAL, Feb 21: Manipur Rajya Sabha MP Leishemba Sanajaoba on Friday urged MLAs to work together to restore peace in the strife-torn state and establish a stable government. Presidents rule was imposed in the northeastern state on February 13, four days after Chief Minister N Biren Singh resigned from his position. The assembly has also []
Imphal Airport to get its 1st EV charging station
Manipur: Nagas rally against India-Myanmar border fencing, FMR
Imphal: Hundreds of Nagas from border villages in Manipurs Kamjong and Ukhrul districts rallied on Friday to protest the Central governments decision to scrap the Free Movement Regime (FMR) and construct a border fence with Myanmar. The two districts share a border with the country to the east, impacting Naga communities living on both sides. [] The post Manipur: Nagas rally against India-Myanmar border fencing, FMR appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Detention of village volunteers trigger widespread protests in Imphal
GUWAHATI: Protests broke out in different parts of Manipurs Imphal valley on Friday after security forces apprehended 28 village volunteers. According to reports, the persons, believed to be from the Meitei radical group Arambai Tenggol, were picked up during an early morning raid carried out at Panjao Pallumda in the Kakching district. They were later taken to a camp in Thoubal district and were reportedly released. When news about their apprehension spread, protests erupted in the five districts of Imphal Valley. The protestors burnt tyres and blocked roads. In the wake of the lightning protests, shopkeepers downed their shutters. Women had come out in large numbers in different parts of the valley. They shouted slogans demanding the immediate release of the persons and the revocation of the Presidents rule. President's Rule imposed in Manipur following Biren Singh's resignation amid ethnic violence They said Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla s call to people to surrender weapons was unreasonable as the crisis was yet to be resolved while a stable government was yet to be established. The governor had on Thursday issued a seven-day ultimatum asking people to surrender the looted weapons within seven days or face strict action. In an appeal, he stated that people of Manipur, both in the valley and the hills, suffered immense hardship for over 20 months due to a series of unfortunate incidents affecting peace and communal harmony. In the greater interest of restoring normalcy, so that people can return to their normal day-to-day activities, all communities in the state must come forward to ensure cessation of hostilities and maintenance of peace and order in the society. It is in this regard that I sincerely request the people of all communities, particularly the youth in the valley and the hills, to voluntarily come forward and surrender the looted and the illegally held weapons and ammunition the governor had appealed.
Security forces detain 34 in Manipur, Meira Paibis demand release
Imphal: In a major counter-insurgency operation (CIO) in Manipur, central security forces apprehended 34 individuals, including 10 students and 26 members of the socio-cultural organization Aranbam Tengol (AT), on Friday. The operation was carried out in response to Governor Ajay Kumar Bhallas recent appeal urging citizens to surrender looted and illegal weapons within seven days. [] The post Security forces detain 34 in Manipur, Meira Paibis demand release appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Manipur Governor starts official duties early from state Secretariat
Imphal: Manipurs Governor, Ajay Kumar Bhalla, commenced his official duties at the state Secretariat in Imphal on Friday, three days earlier than his scheduled start on Monday. The announcement had initially stated that the governor would begin operations from the South Block (Old) of the Secretariat on Monday, as Manipur is currently under Presidents Rule [] The post Manipur Governor starts official duties early from state Secretariat appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Protesters in Manipur valley districts after police arrest village volunteers
Protests erupted in Manipur's Imphal valley after the arrest of village volunteers, leading to roadblocks and market closures. The unrest followed Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla's warning for residents to surrender looted weapons. Security forces have intensified crackdowns, detaining multiple militants and recovering weaponry.
Manipur: Bunker destroyed in high-altitude strategic location
Imphal: In a series of joint intelligence-based operations, a team of Indian-para military personnel dismantled a militants bunker constructed at a high altitude along the Indo-Myanmar border in Manipurs Tengnoupal district. The officials said that it was the first time to have destroyed the bunker built at a high altitude in strategic locations, to which [] The post Manipur: Bunker destroyed in high-altitude strategic location appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Indian forces neutralizes mine bomb along Manipur-Assam Border
Imphal: A bomb expert team from the Indian para-military forces and Manipur police have found and safely neutralized one Mine bomb in situ at a hotspot located along the Manipur-Assam border, official reports said on Friday The mine bomb, weighing more than 9 kilograms and fitted with cortex and detonators, had been discovered in a [] The post Indian forces neutralizes mine bomb along Manipur-Assam Border appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Manipur: Drugs worth Rs 2 crore seized, 2 smugglers arrested
Imphal: A joint team from the central and state forces of Manipur arrested two suspected drug smugglers and recovered 1.86 kilograms of Brown sugar worth around Rs 2 crore in the international black market, an official source said on Friday. Based on the input received from various intelligence sources concerning the individuals carrying contraband items [] The post Manipur: Drugs worth Rs 2 crore seized, 2 smugglers arrested appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Manipur: 17 cadres of 4 groups arrested in major crackdown
Imphal: A juvenile among 17 cadres of 4 insurgent outfits was arrested in large-scale operationsconducted at the hotspots of four valley districts in Manipur on Thursday. A large number of arms, ammunition, explosives, and incriminating documents were recovered from them, the police said. The cordon and search operations were carried out under the coordinated efforts [] The post Manipur: 17 cadres of 4 groups arrested in major crackdown appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Secretary, Manipur State Bharat Scouts Guides, others call on Guv
Th Heramani Singh, State Secretary, Manipur State Bharat Scouts and Guides along with other members called on Governor Ajay Kumar Bhallaat Raj Bhavan, Imphal today According to a release issued by PRO Raj Bhavan, the team invited the Governor to grace the upcoming Rajya Puraskar Award, also known as the Governor's Award distribution ceremony Moreover, representatives of adhoc committee of All Manipur Elected PRIs of 2017 led by P Surbala Devi also called on the Governor at Raj Bhavan today and submitted a memorandum The memorandum highlighted concerns of the Panchayati Raj Institutions PRIs in the State Source The Sangai Express
Manipur Governor urges surrender of looted weapons within 7 days
Imphal: Manipur Governor Ajay Bhalla on Thursday announced a general amnesty and urged people from all communities to surrender looted and illegally held weapons within seven days, assuring that no punitive action would be taken against those who comply. In his appeal, Governor Bhalla expressed deep concern over the illegal circulation of arms and ammunition, [] The post Manipur Governor urges surrender of looted weapons within 7 days appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Manipur: Assam Rifles dismantles militant hideouts along Indo-Myanmar border
Imphal: Assam Rifles personnel, conducting security and counter-militancy operations along the India-Myanmar border in Manipur, have dismantled three temporary hideouts used by militants in the Tengnoupal district. Acting on intelligence regarding militant activity, the Assam Rifles launched an operation targeting the armed individuals believed to be using the structures for inter-group conflict. The operation focused [] The post Manipur: Assam Rifles dismantles militant hideouts along Indo-Myanmar border appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Manipur: Arms & explosives found at abandoned camp
Imphal: A joint team from the central and state forces conducted an operation targeting a tribal village located along the Indo-Myanmar border in the Manipur sector and uncovered an abandoned camp with the recovery of a cache of weapons, ammunition, and explosives during the past 24 hours. Officials said on Thursday that acting on specific [] The post Manipur: Arms & explosives found at abandoned camp appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Manipur: Endangered bat species rescued & released
Imphal: An endangered bat species locally known as Shekpi was rescued and later released into its natural habitat in Manipur, after medical treatments. The Indian flying fox (Pteropus medius), a large bat species, also known as the greater Indian fruit bat is critically endangered in Manipur. This bat species once wild in plenty in the [] The post Manipur: Endangered bat species rescued & released appeared first on NorthEast Now .
SBI Guwahati donates blood testing machine to Manipur govt
Imphal: The Governor of Manipur, Ajay Kumar Bhalla informed that the State Bank of India (SBI) Guwahati Circle, under its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiativehas donated a Hb HPLC (High-Performance Liquid Chromatography) machine to the Manipur government-run Jawaharlal Nehru Institute of Medical Sciences (JNIMS), Imphal. The Hb HPLC is a blood test that helps identify [] The post SBI Guwahati donates blood testing machine to Manipur govt appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Manipur University of Culture notifies
Manipur University of Culture, Imphal, has notified that the Examination Result of MA MVA 4th Semester Examination December, 2024 held in January, 2025 of Umanglai Haraoba, Music, Thang Ta, Dance, Sankirtana, Theatre, Visual Arts of the University has been declared on February 19, 2025 at 4 00 pm According to a release issued by Angom Shijalembi Chanu, Controller of Examination, all concerned students may see the results at the MUC Administrative Block, Palace Compound, Imphal and at their respective Teaching Departments of MUC at Canchipur Extension campus Source The Sangai Express
Lions Club distributes sewing machines
Lions Club of Imphal City, Lions Club of International District 322D, distributed sewing machines to two destitute women namely Haobijam Sanathoi Chanu of Torbung Waikhurok, Bishnupur district, presently staying at TAKDO, IDP relief camp, Khoyathong Pukhri Mapal and Keisham Sitapriya Devi of Seijang Masyai Leikai, Imphal East district According to a release issued by Lions Club of Imphal City, the sewing machines were provided under the District Club Community Impact Grant for Women Empowerment Scheme of Lions Clubs International District 322 D to improve their income and control over their lives with positivity Source The Sangai Express
CRPF DG reviews operational readiness with Manipur Governor
Imphal: CRPF Director General Gyanendra Pratap Singh Wednesday met Manipur Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla at Raj Bhavan and gave a comprehensive briefing on the deployment and operational activities of the para-military force in the region, officials said. A Raj Bhavan official said that Singh, who was Director General of Assam Police and joined as the []
Massive forest fire engulfs hill ranges Manipur-Myanmar border
IMPHAL: A massive wildfire engulfed the hill ranges near Thangbung Minou village, Chandel District of Manipur which borders Myanmar on the south. The fire, which began when the villagers attempted to clear a forested slope through controlled burning, quickly spread due to strong winds and dry vegetation. The fire had spread dangerously close to a [] The post Massive forest fire engulfs hill ranges Manipur-Myanmar border appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Manipur: Cyclonic storm wreaks havoc in Tamenglong school
Imphal: Manipur is reeling from the aftermath of a cyclonic storm accompanied by gusty winds that struck the state, leaving a trail of destruction with eight classrooms of a school flattened on the ground and some houses damaged, according to a report from the State Emergency Operation Centre. The northwestern part of Manipurs Tamenglong district [] The post Manipur: Cyclonic storm wreaks havoc in Tamenglong school appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Scatter rain cheers farmers in Manipur
Imphal: A second spell of scattered rain in the last two days after a month-long dry period brought cheer to the people especially the farmers of this drought-like situation in Manipur state on Wednesday. The state experienced occurrences of scatter rains ranging from 2.3 mm to 5.5 mm at different locations during the past two [] The post Scatter rain cheers farmers in Manipur appeared first on NorthEast Now .
6 insurgents 2 PLA, 2 KCP & 2 Prepak cadres arrested in Manipur
Imphal: In the crackdown against the valley-based undergrounds and anti-socials, a joint team from the central security forces and state police arrested 6 cadres of different underground groups from separate hideouts in the valley districts of Manipur during the past 24 hours. One pistol loaded with ammunition, a two-wheeler, six mobile phones with SIM cards, [] The post 6 insurgents 2 PLA, 2 KCP & 2 Prepak cadres arrested in Manipur appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Medical camp held at Kanto Khullen
The Indian Army organised a medical camp at Kanto Khullen village in Imphal West district on Tuesday The camp provided essential healthcare services, and dental checkup along with minor dental surgeries Over 275 residents including 166 women and 39 children were benefitted from the camp Various health aids like blood pressure monitors, glucometers and walking sticks were also distributed to the needy during the camp conducted by a team of three civil doctors with paramedical staff along with Indian Army medical specialist, doctors and dentists, informed a press release issued by Defence PRO Source Chronicle News Service
Two arrested in Manipur, arms recovered
IMPHAL, Feb 18: Security forces arrested one active cadre of the proscribed Peoples Liberation Army (PLA) and another person carrying unaccounted cash of more than Rs 34 lakhs from Manipurs Imphal East and Churachandpur districts respectively, police said on Tuesday. The PLA cadre was apprehended from Khongman Mangjil in Imphal East district on Monday, police []
Opium, poppy seeds seized in CASO in Manipur-Myanmar border
Imphal: Assam Rifles in a breakthrough successfully recovered and seized a substantial quantity of drugs including 500 grams of raw opium and two kg of poppy seeds total worth around Rs 90,000 in the regional black markets, a defense wing statement said. In a decisive effort to combat illegal drug trafficking under the directive of [] The post Opium, poppy seeds seized in CASO in Manipur-Myanmar border appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Prohibition of sex determination on e-commerce platforms put forth in Manipur
Imphal: There is a need to check whether there is a violation of the Pre-conception and Prenatal Diagnostics Techniques (Prohibition of Sex Determination) on e-commerce platforms and social networking sites in Manipur. The Preconception and PC-PNDT is an act to safeguard the girl child by penalizing those indulging in sex determination and to serve as [] The post Prohibition of sex determination on e-commerce platforms put forth in Manipur appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Manipur: Huge cache of weapons recovered from abandoned militants camp
Imphal: A substantial cache of arms, ammunition, digital devices, and explosives was discovered when a combined team from the central and state forces conducted a search and area domination operation against the hill insurgents in Manipurs Kangpokpi district. The joint team from the Assam Rifles and Manipur based on an interception of a report from [] The post Manipur: Huge cache of weapons recovered from abandoned militants camp appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Manipur: Man arrested with Rs 34.2 lakh, drugs & ammo
Imphal: A man who is allegedly involved indrug trafficking and insurgency activities was arrested along with Rs 34.2 lakhs in cash, brown sugar, a four-wheeler, and ammunition in Manipurs Churachandpur district with Myanmar on the south. Acting on specific information that a group of tribals involved in narco-insurgency were trying to infiltrate into the Indian [] The post Manipur: Man arrested with Rs 34.2 lakh, drugs & ammo appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Manipur: MHA sanctions Rs 28.99 crore for two UNLF-P camps
Imphal: TheIndian government has sanctioned Rs 28.99 crore for the construction of two camps of the Pambei-led United National Liberation Front (UNLF) in Manipur. The UNLF-P had signed a tripartite peace agreement with the governments at the center and state. Under the Security Related Expenditure (SRE), the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has approved the [] The post Manipur: MHA sanctions Rs 28.99 crore for two UNLF-P camps appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Assamese, Manipuri films sweep top honours at 2nd NE India Film Festival
Imphal: Manipuri feature film, Oitharei produced by Gibanlata Thokchom and directed by Dinesh Naorem was declared the Best Feature Film in the 2nd North East India Film Festival (NEIFF), 2025 Manipur. Assamese film Where Is My Home produced by Samiran Deka and directed by Bhaskar Jyoti Das secured the Best Non-Feature Film award. Amateurs (Assamese) [] The post Assamese, Manipuri films sweep top honours at 2nd NE India Film Festival appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Manipur: Former BJYM president accuses ex CM Biren Singh
Imphal: A close associate of former Manipur Chief Minister N. Biren Singh and an ex-president of the Bharatiya Janata Yuva Morcha (BJYM), Manoharmayum Barish Sharma, has publicly accused N. Biren Singh for being the root cause of the ongoing crisis in Manipur. In a video that has since gained widespread attention on various social media [] The post Manipur: Former BJYM president accuses ex CM Biren Singh appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Governor asks COCOMI to cooperate for early solution to Manipur crisis
Imphal: The Governor of Manipur Ajay Kumar Bhalla, and representatives of the Coordinating Committee on Manipur Integrity (COCOMI), an umbrella group of Meitei CSOs, led by its Covenor Khujaijam Athouba, held a discussion at the Raj Bhavan, Imphal on Monday. The meeting between the two was the first of its kind when the state assembly [] The post Governor asks COCOMI to cooperate for early solution to Manipur crisis appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Manipur titular king meets Governor
Imphal: The titular king of Manipur and also a Member of the Parliament of the state in the Rajya Sabha, Leishemba Sanajaoba, and Manipur Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla, held discussions about the prevailing situation in the state, which is currently under Presidents Rule, at the Raj Bhavan on Monday. This meeting marked the first discussion [] The post Manipur titular king meets Governor appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Manipur Police Probe Fraudulent Calls Targeting MLAs Amid Political Unrest
HT Digital IMPHAL, Feb 17: Manipur Police have launched an investigation and registered legal cases after receiving reports of fraudulent phone calls attempting to mislead state lawmakers. These calls, allegedly from anonymous individuals, are believed to be exploiting the prevailing political situation to manipulate legislators. According to a senior police official, authorities were alerted after []
Manipur: Rocket-propelled grenade recovered in Imphal East
Imphal: An unexploded Rocket-Propelled Grenade (RPG) was uncovered at a paddy field under the Irilbung police station in Manipurs Imphal East district on Sunday night, officials said. An unskilled manual worker who discovered the explosive device at his paddy field located at Uchekkon Takhok Mapal near the Puruksoubi temple immediately informed the Irilbung police station [] The post Manipur: Rocket-propelled grenade recovered in Imphal East appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Manipur: Man linked with KCP-PWG arrested in Imphal East
Imphal: A 25-year-old man suspected to be associated with a proscribed valley-based underground group was arrested on a charge of involving in anti-social activities in Imphal East, Manipur. The central para-military troopers acting on specific information apprehended Wangmayum Muktajuddin alias Amuba (25) during an operation conducted at a hinted area of Khabeisoi Maning Leikai near [] The post Manipur: Man linked with KCP-PWG arrested in Imphal East appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Manipur: 1500 cough syrup bottles, opium destroyed
Imphal: Wung Tangkhul Region (WTR) claimed to have seized approximately 1,500 bottles of banned cough syrup and raw opium in Manipur. The illegal items reportedly smuggled into the Ukhrul district of Manipur from Dimapur, the commercial hub of Nagaland included Triroz-C, Dialex-DC, Cadifos-T, COF-Trex, Cyclotas tablets, and 50 grams of opium. These items were confiscated [] The post Manipur: 1500 cough syrup bottles, opium destroyed appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Manipur: Kuki-Zo leaders urge President to diagnose discrimination by administration
Imphal: President of India, Draupadi Murmu, has been urged to provide an opportunity to correctly diagnose decades of discriminatory administration which eventually led to the present crisis in Manipur. The Zomi Council, Headquarters, Manipur extending PR imposition states that during this hiatus there should be looking into the legitimate political aspiration of the Zo ethnic [] The post Manipur: Kuki-Zo leaders urge President to diagnose discrimination by administration appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Manipur MLAs receive fake calls amid ongoing political crisis
Imphal: The Manipur Police undertook an investigation and legal action as well after fraudulent telephone calls were received by some MLAs attempting to influence and mislead the legislators by exploiting the ongoing political situation in the state, officials said on Sunday, February 16. An FIR has been registered in Imphal police station on Saturday and Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
10 Manipur Kuki-Zo MLAs Urge For Negotiated Settlement, Peace Roadmap Amid Presidents Rule
President's Rule In Manipur: The Centre imposed President rule in the state as the ruling BJP failed to find a successor- a move opposed by Meitei organisations based in Imphal Valley.
Imphals Squid Game-Themed Stall Proves Korean Wave Is Thriving In Manipur News18
Imphals Squid Game-Themed Stall Proves Korean Wave Is Thriving In ManipurNews18
Security forces dismantle illegal check posts in Manipur amid rising tensions
Joint security forces in Manipur have dismantled illegal check posts set up by 'village volunteers' on Imphal-Churachandpur road to ensure free movement of vehicles. The conflict between Meitei and Kuki-Zo communities since May 2023 has caused over 250 deaths. Security measures increased post-President's Rule, and an FIR was filed over fraudulent calls to legislators.
Manipur Police detect fraudulent threat calls to disgruntled MLAs
Imphal: Cyber Crime of the Manipur Police reportedly detected malicious, and threatening calls from fraudulent communicators attempting to influence the Members of Legislators of the Manipur State Assembly. The nuisance or attempt to mislead the elected legislators came to the light of the general masses when the state police alerted the general people with the [] The post Manipur Police detect fraudulent threat calls to disgruntled MLAs appeared first on NorthEast Now .
IEDs, detonators, grenades defused at Manipur-Myanmar border
Imphal: A potential tragedy was averted with the detection and defusing of 70 kg weighing Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) 15 detonators and 4 hand grenades planted by the militants/anti-socials to target security forces in Manipurs Tengnoupal district bordering Myanmar on the south on Saturday, official reports said. The bomb experts of the Assam Rifles with [] The post IEDs, detonators, grenades defused at Manipur-Myanmar border appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Arms, ammo, explosives recovered at Manipur-Myanmar border
Imphal: The personnel of the Assam Rifles conducted an operation targeting the sensitive border areas along the Manipur-Myanmar border and uncovered a cache of weapons, ammunition, and explosives during the past 24 hours, officials said on Sunday. Acting on specific intelligence of the presence of arms and ammunition at an illegal camp occupied by the [] The post Arms, ammo, explosives recovered at Manipur-Myanmar border appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Extortionist arrested in South Manipur
Imphal: A 36-year-old man stated to be associated with the proscribed Peoples Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak Progressive, (PREPAK-Pro) was arrested on a charge of his involvement in extortion and illegal activities in southern Manipur. In a statement, a police spokesperson said that Yumlembam Arunkumar Singh @ Chingkhei (36) a resident of Okshongbung Maning Leikai [] The post Extortionist arrested in South Manipur appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Manipur: 2 illegal check posts destroyed in Churachandpur
Imphal: A team of state police and central para-military personnel dismantled two illegal checkposts cum camps, allegedly used by miscreants on the NH-2 in Manipurs Churachandpur district on Saturday, official reports said on Sunday. The joint Security Forces dismantled the volunteer check posts at Kaprang and S. Kwatlian at Churachandpur District on NH-2. These posts/camps [] The post Manipur: 2 illegal check posts destroyed in Churachandpur appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Manipur: Two women among four arrested for transporting arms & ammo
Imphal: Two women among four individuals stated to be the cadres of the proscribed Kangleipak Communist Party Peoples War Group (KCP-PWG) were arrested while transporting arms and ammunition, the police said. Two pistols with two magazines, some incriminating documents including booklets, seven mobile phones, and two identity cards were recovered from them. The commandos [] The post Manipur: Two women among four arrested for transporting arms & ammo appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Manipur: 7 KNA arrested with huge cache of weapons in Churachandpur
Imphal: Security Forces during the patrolling operation arrested seven suspected Kuki National Army (KNA) cadres at a hideout in Manipurs Churachandpur district with Myanmar in the south. According to the Manipur Police Control Room report, substantial arms, ammunition, radio sets, explosives, a four-wheeler, and other warlike stores of weapons were recovered from them. The KNA [] The post Manipur: 7 KNA arrested with huge cache of weapons in Churachandpur appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Police begins drive against tinted films
Manipur Police has initiated drive for removing tinted films on windows of vehicles According to a release by Police Control Room, police teams seized black films from various vehicle accessories shops and Imphal East police have removed tinted films from more than 400 vehicles in the last five days Meanwhile, a team of Thoubal district police led by SDPO conducted a drive at shops selling tinted films on Saturday Source Chronicle News Service
HT Bureau GUWAHATI, Feb 15: In a series of joint operations, security forces in Manipur on Saturday apprehended nine militants belonging to different proscribed outfits from Imphal East and Thoubal districts, police said on Saturday. Four active members of the banned Kangleipak Communist Party (Noyon) involved in kidnapping and extortion activities were arrested from Chingdompok []
Manipur Guv appreciates role of forces in maintaining peace, harmony
Manipur Guv appreciates role of forces in maintaining peace, harmony Imphal: Manipur Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla on Saturday said that forces have played a great role in safeguarding sovereignty, maintaining peace and harmony and ensuring security of the citizens of the state. Addressing the annual investiture ceremony for the Governors Unit Citation 2025 at the [] The post Manipur Guv appreciates role of forces in maintaining peace, harmony appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
Protest rally in Imphal East demands lifting of Presidents Rule in Manipur Hindustan Times
Protest rally in Imphal East demands lifting of Presidents Rule in ManipurHindustan Times
Presidents Rule in Manipur: Imphal Placed Under Heavy Security Lockdown India TV News
President's Rule in Manipur: Imphal Placed Under Heavy Security LockdownIndia TV News
Manipur: Congress, Shiv Sena fear state division under Presidents Rule
Imphal: The Congress and Shiv Sena have expressed fear of dividing Manipur during the ongoing imposition of Presidents Rule (PR) with the state assembly putting under animated suspension. M Tombi, president of the Shiva Sena, Manipur State Unit told the newsmen at his office in Imphal on Saturday that one of the most alarming aspects [] The post Manipur: Congress, Shiv Sena fear state division under Presidents Rule appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Manipur: Seven militants held near Indo-Myanmar border
Imphal: A team of central paramilitary forces deployed along the Indo-Myanmar border in Chandel district of Manipur apprehended seven individuals suspected to be of an armed group along with arms and ammunition, reports said on Saturday. The personnel of the Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF) operating in and around the Sajik Tampak area under the [] The post Manipur: Seven militants held near Indo-Myanmar border appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Kuki-Zo Groups Renew Demand for Separate Administration After Presidents Rule in Manipur
Imphal: In the wake of the imposition of Presidents Rule (PR) in Manipur and suspension of the state assembly on February 13, two major Kuki-Zo organisations, the Kuki Inpi, Manipur (KIM) and the Indigenous Tribal Leaders Forum (ITLF), have reaffirmed their call for a separate administrative district in the state. KIMs Information and Publicity Secretary, []
Video | Presidents Rule In Manipur: Imphal Turns into Fortress With Tight Security NDTV
Video | President's Rule In Manipur: Imphal Turns into Fortress With Tight SecurityNDTV
President's rule in Manipur symbolic of PM Modi, HM Shah's collective failure: Gaurav Gogoi
NEW DELHI: Congress leader Gaurav Gogoi on Saturday termed the imposition of President's rule in Manipur symbolic of the collective failure of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union Home Minister Amit Shah, and the BJP's leadership in the Northeast. President's rule was imposed in strife-torn Manipur on Thursday and the state assembly put under suspended animation, days after Chief Minister N Biren Singh resigned from his post. The imposition of President's Rule in Manipur is symbolic of the collective failure of the Prime Minister and Home Minister and the party leadership in Northeast, Gogoi wrote on X. The Congress deputy leader in the Lok Sabha also said that there is still no roadmap for sustainable peace and reconciliation in Manipur. Therefore, it can be said that the President's Rule is only there because the state BJP is in total disarray. People of Manipur and India deserve better, he said. The ethnic violence, which began in May 2023, saw brutal clashes between the majority Meitei community in the Imphal Valley and the Kuki-Zo tribal groups in the surrounding hills, resulting in over 250 deaths besides displacing thousands of people.
Manipur: Four IEDs recovered in Kakching
Imphal: A joint team of Assam Rifles, Border Security Force, Central Reserve Police Force, and state Police recovered four improvised explosive devices (IEDs) in Manipurs Kakching district on Friday. Acting on intelligence inputs, the team conducted a three-hour search along the riverbank near Hiyanglam Natekhong Thongjin bridge under Hiyanglam police station. The IEDs, weighing approximately [] The post Manipur: Four IEDs recovered in Kakching appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Manipur: 9 militants arrested in Imphal East, Thoubal by security forces Hindustan Times
Manipur: 9 militants arrested in Imphal East, Thoubal by security forcesHindustan Times
9 militants arrested from two Manipur districts
IMPHAL, Feb 15: Security forces arrested nine militants belonging to different proscribed outfits from Imphal East and Thoubal districts, police said on Saturday. Four active members of the banned Kangleipak Communist Party (Noyon) involved in kidnapping and extortion activities were arrested from Chingdompok area of Thoubal district on Friday, they said. In another operation, security forces arrested four active members of KCP (PWG) involved in extortion activity from Khabeisoi area in Imphal East district on Friday. Police arrested one active [] The post 9 militants arrested from two Manipur districts appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Manipur Police arrest UNLF member in arms smuggling & extortion
Imphal: The Anti-Extortion Cell of the Manipur Home Department, assisted by the City Police, arrested an active member of the United National Liberation Front (UNLF-Pambei group) for his involvement in extortion and illegal arms transportation in and around Imphal city. According to the Morning Manipur Police Control Room bulletin, the arrested individual, identified as Okram [] The post Manipur Police arrest UNLF member in arms smuggling & extortion appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Manipur Police crack down on black film violations, seize 400+ vehicles
Imphal: In a renewed effort to curb traffic violations, Manipur Police have initiated an awareness and enforcement drive targeting vehicles with black films on windshields and side windows. As part of the crackdown, police have also taken action against shop owners selling black film rolls. Over the past six days, dozens of black film rolls [] The post Manipur Police crack down on black film violations, seize 400+ vehicles appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Manipur: Police arrest underground cadre for extortion on NH-102
Imphal: Manipur Police have arrested a cadre of the newly formed underground outfit G-5, associated with the proscribed PREPAK group, for his alleged involvement in extorting money from goods vehicles traveling between Dimapur (Nagaland) and Imphal (Manipur) along National Highway 102. The accused, identified as Moirangthem Alexender Singh, also known as Satpa (22), was apprehended [] The post Manipur: Police arrest underground cadre for extortion on NH-102 appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Manipur Police arrest 10 underground cadres in anti-extortion crackdown
Imphal: The Anti-Extortion Unit of the Manipur Police Commandos has arrested ten underground cadres from different insurgent groups for their involvement in extortion activities across the valley districts. During separate operations, the police recovered a pistol with three live rounds, two two-wheelers, ten mobile phones, and incriminating documents, including demand letters. According to police sources, [] The post Manipur Police arrest 10 underground cadres in anti-extortion crackdown appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Divided house within BJP on selecting new CM led to Presidents rule in Manipur: Congress
IMPHAL, Feb 14: Manipur Congress president Keisham Meghachandra on Friday claimed that a leadership crisis within the BJP and its failure to reach a consensus on a chief ministerial candidate led to the imposition of Presidents rule in the state. Meghachandra also said the central BJP leaders have finally begun to understand the ground situation []
One arrested for selling illegal SIM cards in Imphal
President's rule imposed as Centre realised ground situation: Manipur Congress chief
GUWAHATI: The Congress on Friday said the ground situation and the BJPs failure to reach a consensus on a chief ministerial candidate made the Centre impose Presidents rule in ethnic violence-hit Manipur. People suffered for a long time. There has been unprecedented violence. The President and the Prime Minister realised the ground situation. This realisation led to the imposition of Presidents rule, Manipur Congress chief Keisham Meghachandra Singh said. I think the PM will now take the responsibility of Manipur and address the crisis. I hope he will visit the state, Singh said. He also said that it was up to the double-engine government to protect the integrity of the state. Presidents rule was imposed in the state on Thursday evening , days after N Biren Singh resigned from the chief ministers post . The resignation had created a political vacuum and uncertainty as the BJP failed to find a consensus CM candidate despite hectic parleys with MLAs. BJPs Northeast in-charge Sambit Patra said the Assembly, which has been put in suspended animation, could be revived depending on the ground situation. He reaffirmed the BJPs commitment to continue its efforts to maintain peace and normalcy in the state. However, a BJP MLA said normalcy would not return without talks between the two warring communities. Things which happened were not good and things which are happening now are also not good. I havent seen such a Manipur where families are struggling for even two square meals. They will now look for easy money, he said referring to extortions by armed fringe elements. People wanted a government in place, not Presidents rule, and they have started speaking up. The influential Coordinating Committee on Manipur Integrity said the sudden and unreasonable imposition of the Presidents rule, despite the BJP having an absolute majority, was being seen by people as a deliberate ploy to push Manipur further into turmoil. This move raises serious questions about the central governments true intentions, as it shifts the blame onto the alleged incompetency of its own BJP MLAs rather than addressing the real issues at hand. The forced resignation of the Chief Minister just before a crucial Assembly session, without any proper explanation to the people, is an outright betrayal of democratic principles, the organisation said. Was this decision made for the welfare of the people, or it was a calculated move to deepen the crisis? it asked. Security has been heightened in the Imphal valley and elsewhere in the state along with intensified crackdowns. Manipur Police arrested five persons, who were seen in a viral video playing football with assault rifles, including AK-47s, in their hands. 'Our land is under threat', warns former CM Biren Singh ahead of President's rule in Manipur
Security beefed up in Manipur after imposition of Prez rule
Imphal, Feb 14: After bringing troubled Manipur under Presidents rule, the authorities on Friday tightened security around the Raj Bhawan and other important locations, while discussions continued within the ruling BJP to find a successor to N Biren Singh, who quit as Chief Minister last week. N Biren submitted his resignation to Governor A K [] The post Security beefed up in Manipur after imposition of Prez rule appeared first on Northlines .
Manipur Assembly can be revived in future based on ground situation, says BJP
IMPHAL: Reaffirming its commitment to maintaining Manipur's territorial integrity, the BJP on Friday said the state assembly, which was put in suspended animation following the imposition of the President's rule , could be revived on any future date depending on the ground situation. Sambit Patra, the BJP's northeast region in-charge, told PTI that his party was committed to continuing efforts to maintain peace and normalcy in the state, which has been hit by months-long violence between Meiteis and Kukis and remains polarised along ethnic lines. He noted that the assembly had not been dissolved but kept in suspended animation, meaning that the formation of a new state government remained a possibility. The BJP continues to enjoy a comfortable majority in the assembly but the sharpening of ethnic differences meant the party's search for a consensus candidate to replace N Biren Singh, who resigned as chief minister a few days ago, remained futile. The assembly is not dissolved and can be revived on any future date, as deemed fit by the president of India, depending on the circumstances and the situation on the ground in Manipur, Patra said. I repeat, as far as the territorial integrity of Manipur is concerned, there will be no compromise with it, the Puri MP added. With some Kuki groups demanding a separate state, Patra's reassertion of the BJP's stand against it will reassure the Meiteis, who are in a majority but have been raising concerns over a host of issues, including alleged demographic imbalance, and are vehemently opposed to any division of Manipur. Patra also asserted the BJP's firm stand against illegal infiltration from across the border and said any such effort would be stringently dealt with. President's rule was imposed in Manipur on Thursday and the assembly kept in a suspended animation. Singh, who was heading the BJP government, resigned as chief minister after nearly 21 months of ethnic violence that has so far claimed more than 250 lives. The Manipur Assembly has a tenure till March 2027. Constitutional crisis in Manipur forced imposition of President's rule: Congress
Officials said security forces are on high alert in State capital Imphal, particularly around the Raj Bhavan and the CM Secretariat
Focus on BJP central leadership over next course of action in Manipur after President's rule
IMPHAL: All eyes are now on the BJP central leadership over its next step in strife-torn Manipur, a day after President's rule was imposed in the northeastern state and the assembly was put under suspended animation. Security has been beefed up across the state following the Centre's announcement of President's rule, officials said. President's rule was imposed in Manipur and the assembly put under suspended animation on Thursday evening, days after Chief Minister N Biren Singh resigned from his post that led to political uncertainty in the state. The decision came as the BJP failed to build a consensus on a chief ministerial candidate, despite having several rounds of discussions between its northeast in-charge Sambit Patra and legislators. Singh, who was heading the BJP government in Manipur, resigned as chief minister after nearly 21 months of ethnic violence that has claimed over 250 lives so far. The Manipur assembly has a tenure till 2027. Officials said on Friday that security forces were on high alert in state capital Imphal, particularly around the Raj Bhavan and the CM secretariat. The Manipur Police increased deployment of personnel in Imphal area, especially in front of Kangla Gate, Sanjenthong, Moirangkhom, Keisampat and Konung Mamang, an officer said. The precautionary measures were put in place to prevent any unwanted activities by miscreants who want to take advantage of the prevailing political situation, another official said. Security personnel deployed following the imposition of President's rule in Manipur, in Imphal, Friday, Feb. 14, 2025. Talking to reporters soon after the announcement of the President's rule, Manipur BJP president A Sharda had said on Thursday that the assembly has been put under suspended animation following the constitutional process, and asserted that the House had not been dissolved yet. She said once the situation improves in the state, the House can be reinstated. Reacting to the development, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi said it is a belated admission by the BJP of their complete inability to govern Manipur. Now, PM Modi can no longer deny his direct responsibility for Manipur, he said in a post on X. Has he finally made up his mind to visit the state, and explain to the people of Manipur and India his plan to restore peace and normalcy? Gandhi said. In another post on X, Congress general secretary, Communications, Jairam Ramesh said, Finally what the Indian National Congress has been demanding for almost 20 months has happened. President's rule has been imposed in Manipur. 20 ' ' , 3 2023 300 Jairam Ramesh (@Jairam_Ramesh) February 13, 2025 Meanwhile, the Manipur CPI(M) unit said the President's rule should be immediately revoked and fresh elections held at the earliest. CPI(M) state committee secretary Ksh Shanta told reporters that the party, along with other like-minded ones, will stand for Manipur's territorial integrity during the President's rule. He also claimed that the selfish quest for power among legislators brought the state to such a situation. Indigenous Tribal Leaders Forum (ITLF) leader Ginza Vualzong said President's rule will give a ray of hope to the Kuki-Zo community and added that having a new Meitei chief minister is far from comforting. The Kuki-Zo do not trust the Meitei anymore, so a new Meitei CM is still far from comforting. The President's rule will give a ray of hope to the Kuki-Zo, and we believe that it will be one step closer to our political solution, he said. Constitutional crisis in Manipur forced imposition of President's rule: Congress
Presidents Rule Imposed in Manipur, Assembly Suspended
MANIPUR (Imphal) : Four days after Chief Minister N Biren Singh resigned, the central government has placed Manipur under Presidents Rule. This means the state assembly is now suspended. The decision comes as Manipur continues to struggle with ethnic violence that began in May 2023. President Droupadi Murmu made this announcement after receiving a report from Manipur Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla. The decision was made public soon after both Houses of Parliament adjourned until March 10 for the rest of the Budget session. Before imposing Presidents Rule, security agencies created a plan to maintain peace. The state police and intelligence teams kept an eye on certain individuals to prevent any trouble. The BJP-led government in Manipur fell on February 9 when Biren Singh resigned. He stepped down shortly after returning from New Delhi, where he had met Union Home Minister Amit Shah and BJP President J P Nadda. Following his resignation, the Governor canceled a planned Assembly session that was supposed to happen on February 10. The Congress had earlier threatened to bring a no-confidence motion against Singhs government during this session. Manipurs Assembly has 60 seats, but one seat became vacant last month after NPP MLA N Kayisii passed away. Out of the 59 members, 37 were from the BJP, six from the NPP, five from the NPF, five from Congress, two from the Kuki Peoples Alliance, one from JDU, and three were independents. The KPA and NPP had withdrawn their support from the government due to the ongoing violence, but at least two NPP MLAs still supported Biren Singh. On Thursday evening, Union Home Secretary Govind Mohan issued a notification stating that the President had reviewed the Governors report and other information. Based on this, the President decided that the state government could not function according to the Constitution, leading to the imposition of Presidents Rule. The BJP had held several meetings in Manipur to find a new Chief Minister. However, since no agreement was reached, there were reports that the Centre might impose Presidents Rule. Some MLAs had also suggested that Presidents Rule would help in taking strong action against armed groups in both the hills and the valley. Meanwhile, the Manipur Congress strongly opposed this move. Congress President K. Meghachandra Singh said that the BJP government had completely failed, and the state had suffered massive destruction in the last 20 months. He accused the government of not respecting the Constitution or the peoples mandate.
CRPF jawan kills two, injures eight before taking his own life in Manipur
CRPF jawan kills two, injures eight before taking his own life in Manipur Imphal: In a case of fratricide, a CRPF jawan on Thursday gunned down two of his colleagues on the spot and injured eight others in Manipurs Imphal West District before committing suicide by his own service arms, officials said. [] The post CRPF jawan kills two, injures eight before taking his own life in Manipur appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
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CRPF jawan opens fire in Manipur camp, kills two colleagues before taking his life
IMPHAL: A CRPF jawan allegedly killed two of his colleagues and injured eight others before taking his own life at a camp in Manipur on Thursday, official sources said. The incident took place at a Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) camp in Lamphel located in the Imphal West district at around 8. 20 pm, they said. Accused Havildar Sanjay Kumar opened fire from his weapon killing a constable and a sub-inspector of the force on the spot. He later turned the gun on himself and has been declared dead, the sources said. The accused was from the 120th battalion of the force. Eight CRPF personnel have been injured in the firing and they have been shifted to the Regional Institute of Medical Sciences (RIMS) in Imphal, they said. The Manipur Police issued a post on X, saying In an unfortunate incident, tonight at around 8 pm, a suspected case of fratricide happened inside a CRPF camp in Lamsang under Imphal West District wherein one CRPF jawan opened fire killing 02 (two) of his own CRPF colleagues on the spot and injuring 08 (eight) others. In an unfortunate incident, tonight at around 8 pm, a suspected case of fratricide happened inside a CRPF camp in Lamsang under Imphal West District wherein one CRPF jawan opened fire killing 02 (two) of his own CRPF colleagues on the spot and injuring 08 (eight) others. Later, Manipur Police (@manipur_police) February 13, 2025 Later, he also died by suicide by using service weapon. The personnel belonged to F-120 Coy CRPF. Senior officers of Police and CRPF have rushed to the spot, the police said. The cause of the incident is being investigated and there was no official word from the force immediately.
CRPF jawan kills two colleagues before taking his life at Manipur camp
IMPHAL: A CRPF jawan allegedly killed two of his colleagues and injured eight others before taking his own life at a camp in Manipur on Thursday, official sources said. The incident took place at a Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) camp in Lamphel located in the Imphal West district at around 8. 20 pm, they said. Accused Havildar Sanjay Kumar opened fire from his weapon killing a constable and a sub-inspector of the force on the spot. He later turned the gun on himself and has been declared dead, the sources said. The accused was from the 120th battalion of the force. Eight CRPF personnel have been injured in the firing and they have been shifted to the Regional Institute of Medical Sciences (RIMS) in Imphal, they said. The cause of the incident is being investigated and there was no official word from the force immediately.
Security agencies on high alert after Prez rule in Manipur: Officials
Security agencies in Manipur are on high alert following the imposition of President's rule after the resignation of Chief Minister N Biren Singh due to prolonged ethnic violence. Forces, including Assam Rifles and paramilitary units, are heavily deployed in Imphal to prevent any law and order issues, especially in response to threats from banned terror groups.
CRPF jawan kills 2 before taking his own life at Manipur camp
A CRPF jawan allegedly shot and killed two colleagues and injured eight others before committing suicide at a camp in Manipur's Imphal West district. The incident occurred around 8.20 pm at the Lamphel camp. The accused, Havildar Sanjay Kumar, fired from his weapon, hitting a constable and a sub-inspector.
CRPF Jawan Opens Fire, Kills 2 Before Taking His Own Life At Manipur Camp
The incident took place at a Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) camp in Lamphel located in the Imphal West district at around 8.20 pm
Manipur Police conducted extensive raids in Imphal East and West districts to crack down on the illegal sale of activated SIM cards using fake documents, allegedly used by militants and criminals for extortion. They arrested four KCP-PWG cadres involved in recent extortion activities.
Centre imposes Presidents Rule in Manipur
Imphal:Manipur was placed under Presidents Rule on Wednesday after no consensus emerged on a successor to former Chief Minister N Biren Singh, who resigned three days earlier. The Ministry of Home Affairs confirmed the move amid a constitutional deadline to reconvene the state Assembly. Article 174(1) of the Constitution mandates that state legislatures must hold [] The post Centre imposes Presidents Rule in Manipur appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Manipur Governor briefed on CRPF operations amid political crisis
Imphal: Amid Manipurs political crisis, Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla was briefed on CRPF activities by outgoing IG Dr Vipul Kumar and IG-designate Rajendra Narayan Dash in a meeting at Raj Bhavan, Imphal, on Thursday. The officers provided an update on the deployment and operational role of CRPF forces in the violence-hit state. Also Read: Meghalaya: [] The post Manipur Governor briefed on CRPF operations amid political crisis appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Militants Buying Activated SIMs With Fake Papers? Manipur Police Launch Raids
The Manipur Police launched extensive raids in various places of Imphal East and Imphal West districts in connection with the selling of activated SIM cards on fake documents, suspected to be used by the militants and anti-social elements.
Six members of three banned outfits arrested in Manipur
The officer said that they were found involved in the collection of money from people, shops, stone crushers, government employees and pharmacies located in and around Imphal area
Manipur: Security force seizes weapons in hill district
Imphal: Security forces seized a substantial cache of arms and ammunition from a hill district in Manipur on Thursday. According to police, based on interrogation reports culled from the arrested rebels, central forces assisted by the state forces conducted an area domination campaign at Aigejang Nepali Basti foothill in Kangpokpi hill district on Thursday morning. [] The post Manipur: Security force seizes weapons in hill district appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Manipur political uncertainty continues as BJP delays leadership decision
IMPHAL: Four days after N Biren Singh resigned as Manipur chief minister, the political situation in the state remains uncertain with the ruling BJP yet to decide on a new leader. Meanwhile, state forest minister Th.Bishwajit left Imphal for Guwahati on Wednesday evening, and no official reason has been cited for his visit to the neighbouring state. Despite several rounds of discussions between BJP's northeast in-charge Sambit Patra and party legislators, the deadlock persists with some lawmakers suggesting that the final decision may rest with the Centre. Patra has met Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla twice over the past two days . On Tuesday, Patra, accompanied by state party president A Sharda Devi, held talks with Bhalla, and on Wednesday, he met the governor again. Patra also held a meeting with BJP MLAs, including state consumer affairs minister L Susindro and MLA Karam Shyam, to discuss the situation. Speaking to reporters, Shyam had said there was no constitutional crisis following Singh's decision to step down and the ongoing issues would be resolved by the Centre with the help of legislators. Responding to a question on the expiry of the maximum six-month interval between two consecutive sessions of the state assembly, Shyam said, Let's see what happens. Asked if the name of the new chief minister would be announced, Shyam laughed and declined to comment. Congress MLA Thokchom Lokeshwar, meanwhile, questioned the purpose of Patra's visit to the state and asked if he intended to resolve the leadership crisis. The Congress legislator said Patra should have taken the lead to appoint a new CM by discussing with the BJP MLAs. His visit is to ensure that there is no assembly session and the issues of the state remain sidelined. So far, he has not made any comment either, the former Speaker added. Meanwhile, experts have warned that with no one staking claim to form the government so far, the BJP-ruled Manipur may head towards a constitutional crisis. If the situation remains so, the state is likely to be under President's rule, they said. The Governor has already declared the seventh session of the 12th Manipur Legislative Assembly, which was set to commence on February 10, as null and void. The last session of the assembly in the restive state concluded on August 12, 2024. After Birens resignation, BJP scouts for next Manipur CM
