Assam Police Transfers KCP PWG Militants to Manipur Authorities
HT Digital IMPHAL, Mar 25: In a significant move against insurgency, Assam Police handed over two members of the Kangleipak Communist Party Peoples War Group (KCP PWG), a Maoist insurgent outfit, to Manipur Police on Tuesday. Officials confirmed that this transfer marks a crucial step in combating insurgent activities in the region. The detained []
State level exhibition for children from April 7 to 11
The Directorate of Education S , Government of Manipur, in collaboration with the National Council of Educational Research and Training NCERT , New Delhi is set to organise the State Level Science, Mathematics and Environment Exhibition for Children, 2024 25 from April 7 to 11, 2025 The exhibition, themed Science and Technology for Sustainable Future is slated to be held at Johnstone Higher Secondary School, Imphal Students from Class IX to XII are eligible to participate in the event Source The Sangai Express DIPR
Reserve 40 Imphal Valley seats for indigenous people before delimitation, Manipur MLA urges Shah
Rajkumar Imo Singh seeks steps to complete NRC, weed out illegal immigrants
Manipur: CS steers authority for early completion of NH-37 construction works
Imphal: Manipur Chief Secretary PK Singh instructed the authorities on Monday, for early completion of construction works at the 15-kilometer portion of the road which is reducing to a death trap on NH-37 connecting Imphal to Silchar. Officials said that the Chief Secretary has advised the representatives of theNational Highways and Infrastructure Development Corporation Limited,(NHIDCL) [] The post Manipur: CS steers authority for early completion of NH-37 construction works appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Arunachal Athletes Win 13 Medals At IIS Sangai Cup 2025 In Imphal NorthEast Today
Arunachal Athletes Win 13 Medals At IIS Sangai Cup 2025 In ImphalNorthEast Today
Manipur: Couple arrested with contraband ganja in Senapati
Imphal: Security forces on Sunday arrested a couple with 25 kilograms(approx) of contraband ganja worth around Rs 25, 000 during a frisking and checking operation on the NH-102 at Laingmai Taphou in Senapati district of Manipur, an official said on Monday. The official said that a joint team of the Central Reserve Police Forces (CRPF), [] The post Manipur: Couple arrested with contraband ganja in Senapati appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Manipur Security Forces Arrest Eight in Anti-Extortion and Militancy Crackdown
HT Digital IMPHAL, Mar 24: In a significant move to curb insurgency and maintain law and order, security forces in Manipur arrested eight individuals involved in extortion and militant activities across various districts. These operations are part of an ongoing effort to dismantle insurgent networks and bring stability to the region. In Imphal West District, []
Manipur police arrest two Arambai Tenngol members for clash with UNLF militants in Imphal EastThe New Indian Express
Manipur police arrest two Arambai Tenngol members for clash with UNLF militants in Imphal East
IMPHAL: Security forces on Sunday arrested two persons belonging to Meitei radical outfit Arambai Tenggol (AT) in connection with clash with the proscribed outfit United National Liberation Front (Pambei) in Imphal East district, police said on Monday. Police also said aids are going on to arrest other accused involved in the incident at Kongpal in Imphal East district on Saturday. At least four militants of the banned United National Liberation Front (Pambei) outfit were injured in a clash with members of Meitei radical organisation Arambai Tenggol in Manipur's Imphal East district on Saturday. The four injured UNLF (Pambei) militants were taken into police custody. The incident took place on Saturday afternoon when around 15-20 members of Arambai Tenggol barged into the residence of a UNLF militant, identified as Irengbam Nandakumar Singh (56), in Kongpal Chingangbam Leikai and attacked insurgents of the Imphal Valley-based outfit. Manipur police arrest three militants in Imphal West; two from UNLF-Pambei, one from PLA
Manipur: 4 UNLF (P) & 2 Arambai Tenggol arrested in assault case
Imphal: Security forces in Manipur apprehended six individuals, including two volunteers from the Arambai Tenggol (AT), for their involvement in the assault on four cadres of the United National Liberation Front Pambei (UNLF-P), an underground group currently in peace talks with the government. The security forces have already apprehended the four UNLF-P members who [] The post Manipur: 4 UNLF (P) & 2 Arambai Tenggol arrested in assault case appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Cybercriminals defraud Rs 25.45 crores in Manipur in 2024
Imphal: The cybercrime fraud has resulted in significant financial losses, with the Cybercrime Police station in Manipur reporting losses of approximately Rs 25,45,34,000 crores in 2024 alone. The Ministry of Home Affairs reported that in Manipur, people filed 339 complaint cases in 2023, resulting in a loss of Rs 333.03 lakhs and a lien amount [] The post Cybercriminals defraud Rs 25.45 crores in Manipur in 2024 appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Manipur Red Cross team departs for training camp in Orissa
IMPHAL, March 23:The Junior Red Cross team from the Indian Red Cross Society (IRCS), Manipur state Branch, led by its chairman Narendra Ningomba, has set off for the Junior Red Cross study and training camp in Orissa. The camp will take place from March 24 to March 28. The 16-member team was officially sent by []
Internal study tour flagged off
An internal study tour organised by Meitei Society, Churachandpur for the internally displaced children of Churachandpur taking shelter at various relief camps of valley districts was flagged off today by MLA Moirang AC, Thongom Shantikumar The children were selected to take part in the internal study tour from the essay competition that was held on March 9, 2025 at Imphal and Moirang organised by the Meitei Society, Churachandpur in connection with its 68th Foundation Day celebration Source The Sangai Express
Leadership Development Programme concludes
A 3 day Leadership Development Programme for Chairpersons Directors of Tribal Cooperative Society concluded yesterday at Takyel Khongbal Maning Leikai The programme was organised by NCUI Women Cooperative Education Project Imphal West under the aegis of National Centre for Cooperative Education, New Delhi The valedictory function was graced by Jeena Potshangbam, Member, Governing Council, NCUI, New Delhi T Choungsin Koireng, Member, Manipur State Commission for Women B Joyshree, Project Manager, NCUI WECP, Imphal West and Napolean Shaiza, president Imaram Lamp Ltd, Kamjong as presidium members Source The Sangai Express
Clash between UNLF-P &Arambai Tenggol in Imphal East, 2 arrested
Hope Manipur peace process gathers momentum: Law minister Meghwal
GUWAHATI: Union Law Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal on Sunday expressed hope that efforts to restore peace in ethnic violence-hit Manipur would gain momentum. Speaking at an event marking the 12th anniversary of the Manipur High Court in Imphal, he said, I want the process to restore peace in Manipur, which is ongoing, to gather momentum. I want Manipur to continue marching ahead on the road to development and contribute to making Bharat Vikshit Bharat. Later, while speaking to the media, Meghwal said some progress had been made in restoring peace in the state, but further steps were needed. There was a National Legal Services Authority programme attended by five Supreme Court judges. I also attended it. We said we would fast-track the peace restoration process, he said. He commended the Supreme Court delegationcomprising Justices BR Gavai, Vikram Nath, MM Sundresh, KV Vishwanathan, and N Kotiswar Singhfor visiting relief camps and meeting those displaced by the violence. Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla and the Supreme Court judges also attended the Manipur High Court event. Addressing a gathering in Churachandpur on Saturday, Justice Gavai expressed hope that peace would return to Manipur sooner rather than later. We know that all of you are going through a difficult phase, but with the assistance of everyonethe executive, the legislature, and the judiciarythis phase will be over within a short period, Justice Gavai said. It is our Constitution that has kept us united and strong. Have faith in our Constitution. The Constitution will ensure peace returns to Manipur one day, he added. Notably, the ethnic violence between Meiteis and Kukis, which began on May 3, 2023, has claimed around 250 lives and displaced nearly 60,000 people. Many of those displaced remain in relief camps.
Discussions held to fast-track peace restoration in Manipur: Union Law Minister in Imphal ANI News
Discussions held to fast-track peace restoration in Manipur: Union Law Minister in ImphalANI News
Govt dedicates to ensure rule of law prevails in Manipur, says Governor Bhalla
Imphal: Governor of Manipur, Ajay Kumar Bhalla, while gracing the Duodecennial Celebration of the High Court of Manipur in Imphal on Sunday said that the Government has been working tirelessly with dedication to ensure the rule of law prevails in the state. Appreciating the presence of Judges of the Supreme Court of India, and Union [] The post Govt dedicates to ensure rule of law prevails in Manipur, says Governor Bhalla appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Manipur: Justice B.R. Gavai urges people to uphold Constitutional rights
Imphal: Justice B.R. Gavai, Senior Most Judge, Supreme Court of India cum Executive Chairman of National Legal Services Authority (NALSA), on Sunday, urged the people of Manipur to abide by the constitutional rights for peaceful co-existence and development. BR Gavai who had earlier visited and inspected the internally displaced persons at Churachandpur and Moirang relief [] The post Manipur: Justice B.R. Gavai urges people to uphold Constitutional rights appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Suspected heroin recovered from Arambai Tenggols office in Manipur
GUWAHATI: Security forces recovered 15 grams of suspected heroin from an office of Meitei radical group Arambai Tenggol during a raid in Manipur. The recovery of the substance followed a clash between suspected Arambai Tenggol members and the members of the Pambei faction of the insurgent group United National Liberation Front (UNLF-P). It signed a ceasefire agreement with the Centre in November 2023. Taking it to X, Manipur police wrote that a group of 15-20 unknown persons suspected to be from Arambai Tenggol entered the residence of Irengbam Nandakumar Singh alias Tonsana (56) in Imphal on Saturday leading to a fight. The police said four UNLF-P members sustained blunt injuries caused by sticks while reports of firing of a few rounds from both sides were also received. Immediately, teams of security forces rushed to the spot. The four UNLF-P cadres were detained and taken to a hospital for treatment. They are stable, the police said. On the same day, security forces conducted a raid at the office of Arambai Tenggol Unit-17 in Khurai area and recovered incriminating articles including approximately 15 grams of a substance suspected to be heroin, the police added. According to reports, no member of the radical group has been arrested so far. The Arambai Tenggol was at the forefront during clashes with Kuki-Zo village volunteers. The group had voluntarily laid down 246 weapons along with ammunition on February 27 responding to Governor Ajay Kumar Bhallas call. Meanwhile, Manipur police registered six FIRs against WhatsApp groups and social media channels for spreading fake and inflammatory news, thereby creating and promoting fear, panic and public alarm within Churachandpur district. In a statement, the police warned that legal action would be taken up also against other channels which were spreading fake or inflammatory news.
CSOs & political parties call for bogus voter detection in Manipur
Imphal: Political parties and many civil social organizations in Manipur on Sunday announced that the proceeding with delimitation before the National Register of Citizens (NRC) implementation will legitimize encroachers and threaten native communities rights. Talking to the newsmen at his office in Imphal, Shiva Sena Manipur State Unit President M Tombi said that his party [] The post CSOs & political parties call for bogus voter detection in Manipur appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Manipur: Security forces arrest PLA cadre in Thoubal
Imphal: Indian security forces and civil police conducted massive search and area domination operations leading to the arrest of an alleged cadre of the proscribed Peoples Liberation Army (PLA), the armed wing of the banned Revolutionary Peoples Front (RPF). Police arrested Samulailakpam Haridas Sharma (49), a resident of Khongjom Chingtham Mayai Leikai under Khongjom-PS, Thoubal [] The post Manipur: Security forces arrest PLA cadre in Thoubal appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Challenges In Manipur Can Be Overcome If People Abide By Constitution: Justice Kotiswar Singh
Imphal, Mar 23: Supreme Court judge, Justice N Kotiswar Singh, on Sunday asserted that challenges in Manipur can be overcome if people abide by the Constitution, which provides guidance to work in difficult times. He said the Supreme Court judges delegation, led by Justice B R Gavai, witnessed much optimism among people during their visit to Churachandpur and Bishnupur districts on Saturday. Speaking at a function to mark the 12th anniversary of the establishment of Manipur High Court, Justice Singh [] The post Challenges In Manipur Can Be Overcome If People Abide By Constitution: Justice Kotiswar Singh appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Manipur: Police dismantle 3 illegal bunkers, seize weapons
Imphal: Central and state police have dismantled 3 illegal bunkers set up by the anti-socials at strategic locations in Manipurs Imphal East district. The operation also recovered arms, ammunition, and wireless handsets. Acting on a tip-off that some miscreants were taking shelters at the bunkers in the Imphal east district, the security forces and state [] The post Manipur: Police dismantle 3 illegal bunkers, seize weapons appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Manipur: 4 UNLF (P) injured in clash, arms & drugs seized from Arambai Tengol office
Imphal: Four UNLF-P cadres sustained injuries in a clash with Arambai Tengol (AT) members in Imphal East district on Saturday. Following the reports of fighting, the police rushed to the spot, conducted operations at suspected places, and recovered drugs and warlike stores of weapons hidden at the residence of an AT volunteer in Imphal east [] The post Manipur: 4 UNLF (P) injured in clash, arms & drugs seized from Arambai Tengol office appeared first on NorthEast Now .
I pray for rapidness in ongoing peace process in Manipur: Union min Meghwal
Imphal, Mar 23: Union Law Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal on Sunday said he prayed for rapidness in the ongoing peace process in ethnic strife-torn Manipur. He was speaking at a function here to mark the 12th anniversary of the establishment of Manipur High Court. I pray for rapidness in the ongoing peace process in Manipur so that the state can progress and contribute to Viksit Bharat, Meghwal said. Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla and Supreme Court judges were also present in [] The post I pray for rapidness in ongoing peace process in Manipur: Union min Meghwal appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Manipur: Major arms haul as CASOs intensify across 3 districts
Imphal: The central forces along with Manipur police intensified Cordon and Search Operations (CASOs) targeting different militants hideouts in four villages in three districts across the state during the past 24 hours. According to police, the operations winded up with the recovery of a substantial cache of arms and ammunition on Saturday. However, the team [] The post Manipur: Major arms haul as CASOs intensify across 3 districts appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Violent Clash Between UNLF and Arambai Tenggol Group in Manipur
HT Digital IMPHAL, Mar 23: A violent confrontation erupted in Manipur on March 22, when a group of 15 to 20 individuals, suspected to be from the Arambai Tenggol (AT) group, allegedly stormed the residence of Irengbam Nandakumar Singh, a 56-year-old alleged functionary of the proscribed United National Liberation Front (UNLF). The incident, which took []
Group Centre CRPF Langjing, Imphal, organised a cleanliness drive under the Swachh Bharat Abhiyan on Saturday The initiative, conducted under the leadership of IGP Manipur and Nagaland Sector, RN Dash, aimed to instill a sense of cleanliness, discipline, and environmental responsibility among the community The drive witnessed active participation from Anil Kumar, DIG, along with officers, Jawans, students, and their families, who collectively contributed to enhancing the hygiene and upkeep of the campus and surrounding areas, according to a release from PRO GC CRPF Imphal br br p Source Chronicle News Service
Manipur: Indian Army averts potential communal clash, rescues Meitei man
Imphal: In a decisive operation, the Indian Army rescued a Meitei civilian who had inadvertently strayed into a sensitive security zone near Khumnangjang in Manipur, preventing a potential escalation of communal tensions. Indian Army officials said at approximately 11:47 am on Saturday, vigilant Army personnel deployed in the Khumnangjang area observed an individual approaching the [] The post Manipur: Indian Army averts potential communal clash, rescues Meitei man appeared first on NorthEast Now .
This phase will...: SC judges visit strife-torn Manipur
Supreme Court judge, Justice B R Gavai, expressed hope that the current difficult phase in ethnic strife-torn Manipur will be over soon with the assistance of the executive, legislature and judiciary and the state will prosper like the rest of the country. Justice Gavai, who led a delegation of Supreme Court judges that visited Manipur, called upon the people of the state to work together to restore peace and harmony. He also urged the people of the state to work together to restore peace and normalcy, and lauded the natural beauty he witnessed while travelling from Imphal to Churachandpur. He expressed delight in noting that training programmes were being imparted at the relief camps, and thanked the Chief Justice of Manipur High Court and the district legal services authority for their efforts. Justice Gavai also stressed the need for readmission of students who had to drop out of school due to the conflict and called upon the educational institutions and the public to ensure all students complete their education.
Supreme Court judges express optimism for peace in Manipur during visit
GUWAHATI: A delegation of Supreme Court judges visited Manipur on Saturday and met relief camp inmates, expressing optimism that peace would soon return to the ethnic violence-hit state. Justice B.R. Gavai, who led the delegation, addressed a gathering in Churachandpur, assuring the people that their difficult phase would not last long. We know that all of you are going through a difficult phase, but with the assistance of everyonethe executive, the legislature, and the judiciarythis phase will be over within a short period, he said. Emphasising the role of the Indian Constitution in maintaining unity, he added, It is our Constitution which has kept us united and strong. Have belief in our Constitution. The Constitution will ensure peace returns fully to Manipur one day. The delegation also included Justices Vikram Nath, M.M. Sundresh, K.V. Vishwanathan, and N. Kotiswar Singh. However, Justice Singh, who belongs to the Meitei community, did not visit Churachandpur following objections from a lawyers body in the area. Highlighting the principles of justice, Justice Gavai stated, Our Constitution aims at justicesocial, economic, and political. The Constitution aims that all the citizens in the country will have access to justice in a speedier manner and at affordable rates. He acknowledged that internally displaced persons were among the most vulnerable sections of society, saying, Due to various circumstances beyond their control, many individuals and families have found themselves uprooted from their houses, struggling to rebuild their lives. During the visit, Justice Gavai virtually inaugurated free legal aid and medical camps, noting that legal aid clinics set up within displaced communities would provide free assistance to help people seek justice and protect their rights. He urged those affected to utilise these services, assuring them, We stand with them in their journey towards rebuilding their lives. The judges later visited relief camps in Bishnupur district in the Imphal Valley, meeting the inmates. Speaking to the media, Justice Singh expressed confidence that the visit by Supreme Court judges would offer a healing touch and instil hope for the future. We must look forward to a brighter future where we can live together. It may take time, but we must have that hope. We must all be positive, he said.
Supreme Court Judges visit Manipur, inaugurate legal, medical camps for IDPs
Imphal: A five-member Supreme Court delegation, led by Justice B.R. Gavai, visited relief camps for internally displaced persons (IDPs) in Manipur on Saturday, amidst the ongoing ethnic violence. Justice Gavai, the senior-most Supreme Court judge and Executive Chairman of the National Legal Services Authority (NALSA), was accompanied by Justices Vikram Nath, M.M. Sundresh, K.V. [] The post Supreme Court Judges visit Manipur, inaugurate legal, medical camps for IDPs appeared first on NorthEast Now .
In Manipur With 4 Top Court Judges, Justice BR Gavai Says Peace Will Prevail
A team of Supreme Court judges today visited internally displaced people at a relief camp in Manipur's Churachandpur district, 65 km from the state capital Imphal.
SC judge Justice Gavai urges people of Manipur to work together for restoring peace, harmony
Churachandpur/Imphal (Manipur), Mar 22: Justice B R Gavai, who led a delegation of Supreme Court judges that visited Manipur on Saturday, called upon people of the ethnic strife-torn state to work together to restore peace and harmony. Gavai, along with Supreme Court judges Vikram Nath, M M Sundresh and K V Vishwanathan, visited a relief camp in Churachandpur district and met internally displaced persons, officials said. They also virtually inaugurated a legal services camp, a medical camp and a legal [] The post SC judge Justice Gavai urges people of Manipur to work together for restoring peace, harmony appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Delegates of Supreme Court judges arrive in Manipur amid violence
Guwahati: Amid the ongoing violence in Manipur, a delegation of Supreme Court judges arrived in Manipur to visit violence-affected relief camps at Imphal International Airport on Saturday morning. The lawyers fraternity of the state accorded the top court delegation led by Justice BR Gavai at the Imphal airport. The official said that the judges delegation [] The post Delegates of Supreme Court judges arrive in Manipur amid violence appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Supreme Court Judges Visit Manipur to Assess Clashes, Strengthen Humanitarian Support
HT Digital IMPHAL, Mar 22: A five-member delegation of Supreme Court judges, led by Justice B.R. Gavai, arrived in Imphal, Manipur, on Saturday to assess the ongoing violence in the state and bolster humanitarian support for those affected. The delegation includes Justices Surya Kant, Vikram Nath, M.M. Sundresh, K.V. Viswanathan, and N. Kotishwar. The judges []
Manipur: Teen arrested for attempting to join KCP-A, arms seized
Imphal: Manipur Polices counter-intelligence wing arrested a 19-year-old teen on Friday for allegedly attempting to join the banned Kangleipak Communist Party-Apunba (KCP-A). The arrest occurred after police received intelligence about an ongoing recruitment drive by underground outfits. The arrested individual, Akoijam Sanjoy Singh, a resident of Iroisemba Mayai Leikai under Lamsang police station in Imphal [] The post Manipur: Teen arrested for attempting to join KCP-A, arms seized appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Five-member SC Judges delegation arrives in Manipur's Imphal
The delegation comprising Justices BR Gavai, Surya Kant, Vikram Nath, MM Sundresh, KV Viswanathan and N Kotishwar have arrived in Manipur and will visit relief camps
Supreme Court judges reach Manipur to assess relief efforts in violence-hit state
A Supreme Court delegation, led by Justice BR Gavai, has reached Manipur's Imphal to inspect relief camps amid ongoing ethnic violence. Their visit aims to assess and boost legal and humanitarian aid. Authorities are addressing a recent tragic incident involving the suspected rape and murder of a nine-year-old girl in a Churachandpur relief camp.
Manipur: Security forces arrested one PLA cadre for extortion
Imphal: Combine team of Central forces and Manipur police on Friday apprehended an alleged cadre of the proscribed Peoples Liberation Army (PLA), the armed wing of the banned Revolutionary Peoples Front (RPF) at a hiding place in Imphal East of Manipur. Official report stated that the combine team arrested an active cadre of RPF/PLA, namely, [] The post Manipur: Security forces arrested one PLA cadre for extortion appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Five-member SC Judges delegation leaves for Manipurs Imphal ANI News
Five-member SC Judges delegation leaves for Manipur's ImphalANI News
Manipur police crackdown on interstate vehicle theft, recover 2 cars
Imphal: In a crackdown against the suspected interstate vehicle theft racket, Manipur Police recovered two vehicles from Thoubal district during the past 24 hours, officials said on Saturday. Authority conducted the raids against the vehicle theft racket at Ushoipokpi village under the Lilong police station in Thoubal district on Friday afternoon. Police launched the crackdowns [] The post Manipur police crackdown on interstate vehicle theft, recover 2 cars appeared first on NorthEast Now .
New posting of five MPS officers ordered
Director General of Police DGP , Manipur, has ordered the transfer and posting of five MPS officers with immediate effect According to the order issued Thursday, Maibam Digbijoy Meetei has been transferred as SDPO Porompat, M Binodkumar Singh as DSP Ops , Imphal East, Md Abdul Gaffar as SDPO Phungyar, AS Somi Tangkhul AC of the 6th Manipur Rifles MR and N Thangzamuan as SDPO Churachandpur The order directed the SPs concerned to relieve the officers immediately and report compliance to the Police Headquarters Source Chronicle News Service
NH 37 blocked to protest neglect
Residents of Sagolband Khamnam Leirak to Patsoi stretch of NH 37 Imphal Jiribam blocked the road after the authority concerned failed to repair the road for a prolonged period From 10 am Friday, a large number of people from Patsoi, Langjing, Takyel Kolom Leikai, Sagolband Moirang Hanuba and Sagolband Khamnam Leirak came out on the road and blocked the NH 37 road The protestors said that the roadblock agitation will continue till the authority concerned take steps to improve condition of the road Source Chronicle News Service
Manipur: Congress MP Angomcha Bimol Akoijam calls for effective implementation of central schemes
Imphal:Congress MP from inner Manipur Lok Sabha constituency, Angomcha Bimol Akoijam has called for the proper implementation of centrally sponsored schemes and projects in Manipur. During a meeting at the Bishnupur district commissioners secretariat on Friday, MP Akoijam, also Chairperson of the District Development Coordination and Monitoring Committees (DISHA), discussed the challenges faced in implementing [] The post Manipur: Congress MP Angomcha Bimol Akoijam calls for effective implementation of central schemes appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Manipur Governor assures to trace missing Luwangthem Mukesh
Imphal: Governor of Manipur, Ajay Kumar Bhalla, stated that the government is making all possible efforts to trace Luwangthem Mukesh, 20, who has been missing since March 16, and reunite him with his family. The Governor made this statement during a meeting on Friday evening with members of the Joint Action Committee (JAC) and Mukeshs [] The post Manipur Governor assures to trace missing Luwangthem Mukesh appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Three militants held in Manipur's Imphal West district
Police said they were wanted in a kidnapping case. A four-wheeler was seized from their possession
Three militants held in Manipurs Imphal West district The Hindu
Three militants held in Manipur's Imphal West districtThe Hindu
Manipur: 3 KCPs involved in abduction arrested in Imphal West
Imphal: Manipur Police on Thursday arrested three alleged cadres of the proscribed Kangleipak Community Party Meeyamgi Feengang Lanmi (KCP-MFL) group involved in abduction for ransom in Imphal West district, the police control room report said on Friday. Official report stated that the Anti-Extortion Unit of the Manipur police conducted an operation and made the [] The post Manipur: 3 KCPs involved in abduction arrested in Imphal West appeared first on NorthEast Now .
54th National Safety Week in Manipur Imphal, March 20, 2025 :: Reliance Jio E-Pao.net
54th National Safety Week in Manipur - Imphal, March 20, 2025 :: Reliance Jio -E-Pao.net
Manipur: MPCC questions CDBAs intent behind the ban
Imphal: The president of the Manipur Pradesh Congress Committee Keisham Meghachandra on Thursday said that CDBAs intent in barring a Meitei judge who is part of the Supreme Court delegation on a humanitarian mission is highly inappropriate. Upon questioning the intent behind the ban, K Meghachandra condemned the inappropriate and unacceptable step adopted by the [] The post Manipur: MPCC questions CDBAs intent behind the ban appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Manipur: Girls with disabilities seek disabled-friendly environment
Imphal: Girls with disabilities expressed the hardships they faced while going to the police station and hospitals in Manipur, urging the government to have a disabled-friendlyenvironment at the earliest at various places. All Tribal Disabilities Union, Wheel Chair Basket Ball Association along with Deaf Welfare Organisation, Manipur jointly organized the discussion as a part of [] The post Manipur: Girls with disabilities seek disabled-friendly environment appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Days after clashes situation in Manipurs Churachandpur remains tense; schools, shops remain shut
IMPHAL: The situation in Manipur's curfew-bound Churachandpur district remained tense on Thursday, two days after clashes between the Hmar and Zomi communities left one dead and several injured, police said. Schools and shops remained shut, while church leaders and civil society groups worked to restore peace, an official told PTI . Security personnel conducted flag marches on Wednesday night to prevent further violence. At least one person, 51-year-old Lalropui Pakhuangte from the Hmar community, was killed in Tuesday night's clashes. He suffered bullet injuries and was taken to Sielmat Christian Hospital, where he was declared dead. The clashes between the two tribes started after Hmar Inpui general secretary Richard Hmar was attacked by some Zomi people on Sunday, leading to violence and imposition of curfew in the district the next day. Meanwhile, several displaced people from the Kuki community in relief camps were moved to safer locations. Churachandpur town is mainly home to Zomi people, with Hmar and Kuki communities living in some areas. Hours after a fresh shutdown was imposed by a student body in Churachandpur district on Wednesday, a group of MLAs and tribal organisations separately appealed for peace. In a joint statement, at least 12 Kuki-Zomi and Hmar organisations based in Churachandpur district have called for peace among communities and agreed to form a joint peace committee to monitor the situation and prevent misunderstandings in the future Hmar, Zomi tribal organisations to lift shutdown in Manipurs Churachandpur after clashes Six MLAs from Churachandpur and Pherzawl districts have also issued a joint appeal for peace and harmony, urging the administration to take necessary measures to restore law and order. Notably, more than 250 people have been killed and thousands rendered homeless in Manipur in ethnic violence between Meiteis and Kuki-Zo groups since May 2023. The Centre had imposed President's rule in the state on February 13 after N Biren Singh resigned as chief minister. The state assembly, which has tenure till 2027, has been put under suspended animation.
Manipur: Police arrest six rebels in three operations
Imphal: A joint team of the central and state forces arrested six alleged activists of three insurgent outfits along with arms, ammo, and incriminating documents from different hideouts across the state during the past 24 hours. Police arrested two activists of the Peoples Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak from Border Pillar number 76 on the Indian [] The post Manipur: Police arrest six rebels in three operations appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Manipur: Kuki Zo MLAs urge people to maintain peace
Imphal: Six Kuki-Zo MLAs have appealed to the Kuki-Zo people to uphold peace and harmony and solve any issues without giving a communal color to build a cohesive, united, and strong community. In a joint press statement, the Kuki Zo MLAs Ngursanglur Sanate, Vongzagin Valte, Letzamang Haokip, CM Khaute, Paolienlal Haokip and Chinlunthang urged the [] The post Manipur: Kuki Zo MLAs urge people to maintain peace appeared first on NorthEast Now .
ZUF calls for early restoration of peace in Manipur
Imphal: Amid the ongoing violence in Manipur, the Zeliangrong United Front (ZUF) has called for an early restoration of peace in the multi-ethnic state. The ZUF chairman Jenchui Kamei while talking to the reporters at Imphal on Wednesday stated that the ongoing violence among the sub-tribal communities that cost the lives of several people and [] The post ZUF calls for early restoration of peace in Manipur appeared first on NorthEast Now .
1 Killed, Many Injured In Clashes Between Hmar And Zomi Tribes In Manipur's Churachandpur
A 53-year-old man was killed and several others were injured in ethnic clashes between the Hmar and Zomi tribes in Manipur's Churachandpur district, 65 km from the state capital Imphal, the police said today.
Manipur: Yaoshang festival celebrates culture, colours in Imphal The Sentinel Assam
Manipur: 'Yaoshang' festival celebrates culture, colours in ImphalThe Sentinel Assam
Manipur: Arms, ammo, and explosives seized from Thoubal militants camp
Imphal: A joint operation by the Manipur Police and Assam Rifles led to the recovery of a large cache of arms, ammunition, explosives, and radio sets from an abandoned militant hideout in southern Thoubal district, Manipur, on Tuesday. The raid was carried out after receiving precise intelligence about the presence of antisocial elements in the [] The post Manipur: Arms, ammo, and explosives seized from Thoubal militants camp appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Manipur Police arrest KCP-PWG member in Imphal West
Imphal: Manipur Police commandos arrested an active member of the banned Kangleipak Communist Party Peoples War Group (KCP-PWG) in Imphal West district, Manipur on Tuesday, officials said. Acting on intelligence inputs about extortion attempts targeting business establishments, the anti-extortion unit of the Manipur Police commandos launched an operation at a designated location. The operation, [] The post Manipur Police arrest KCP-PWG member in Imphal West appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Manipur districts tense as youth goes missing
A 20-year-old youth, Luwangthem Mukesh, has gone missing from Imphal, causing tension in two districts. Police and security forces have launched search operations after his car was last seen in Bishnupur district. His phone was traced near the Kuki-Zo tribal area, but the exact location remains unidentified.
Manipur: Joint Action Committee demands rescue of missing youth
Imphal: The newly formed Joint Action Committee (JAC) has issued a 24-hour ultimatum to the Manipur Government, demanding the safe return of missing youth Luwangthem Mukesh, (20). The JAC submitted copies of the ultimatum to Chief Secretary PK Singh and Manipur Police Chief Rajiv Singh on Tuesday. Mukesh, a resident of Keisampat Leimajam Leikai in [] The post Manipur: Joint Action Committee demands rescue of missing youth appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Manipur: WTI hosts Pangolin Cup to raise awareness on wildlife protection
Imphal: A mass awareness campaign to conserve pangolins, a critically endangered species threatened by illegal poaching for their scales, took place during the Pangolin Cup 2025 in the Senapati district of Manipur. Organized by the Wildlife Trust of India (WTI) in collaboration with the Senapati District Olympic Association and the Manipur Forest Department, the event [] The post Manipur: WTI hosts Pangolin Cup to raise awareness on wildlife protection appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Missing 20-Year-Old Imphal Resident Fuels Tension In Crisis-Hit Manipur
A 20-year-old man from the Meitei community has gone missing in Manipur, raising tension again in the border state that has been trying to recover from the outbreak of ethnic clashes nearly two years ago.
Manipur activists oppose delimitation, demand NRC first
Imphal: The Supreme Courts decision to grant the Union Government three months to carry out the delimitation exercise in Arunachal Pradesh, Nagaland, Manipur, and Assam has raised concerns among social and political activists in Manipur. Calling the directive unfortunate and untimely for the conflict-ridden state, social activist Sanjoy Ahanthem stated that implementing the National Register [] The post Manipur activists oppose delimitation, demand NRC first appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Manipur: Yaoshang festival sees local media shutdown in Imphal
Imphal: Local newspapers have failed to hit the newsstands in the capital of Manipur and local cable networks have blanked out the news for the fifth day on Tuesday, the last day of the Yaoshang festival which symbolizes the multi-faceted character of Manipur. The Yaoshang, which began on March 14 with the onset of spring, [] The post Manipur: Yaoshang festival sees local media shutdown in Imphal appeared first on NorthEast Now .
20-Year Old Boy Goes Missing From Imphal Northeast Live
20-Year Old Boy Goes Missing From ImphalNortheast Live
Govt doing everything to restore normalcy in Manipur; Budget to address Imphal's concern, says FM...Moneycontrol
Hmar, Zomi tribal organisations to lift shutdown in Manipurs Churachandpur after clashes
IMPHAL: After the imposition of curfew in Manipur's Churachandpur district in view of clashes between Hmar and Zomi people, bodies of the two communities have agreed to lift a shutdown there, officials said on Tuesday. The Hmar Inpui and Zomi Council, the apex bodies of the respective tribes, also decided to work together and restore peace in the district, they said. The decisions were taken during a joint meeting convened by the district administration in the wake of the violence. The Hmar Inpui and Zomi Council have jointly agreed to lift the shutdown and end all activities, which disrupt normal life in Churachandpur district, with immediate effect, an official said. In a joint appeal, the two bodies said, The Hmar Inpui and the Zomi Council call upon the public to calm down and desist from disrupting normal life in the town. The two bodies also agreed to work together for peace and security of people in the days to come. Tension in Manipurs Churachandpur after assault on tribal leader, prohibitory orders imposed The curfew was imposed in Churachandpur on Monday, as a precautionary measure, following clashes between the Hmar and Zomi communities. The prohibitory order was clamped down after a Hmar tribal leader was assaulted on Sunday by a few persons. Armed with batons, several groups belonging to the two communities got engaged in violence and vandalism of properties, the police said. Notably, more than 250 people have been killed and thousands rendered homeless in Manipur in ethnic violence between Meiteis and Kuki-Zo groups since May 2023. The Centre had imposed President's rule in the state on February 13 after N Biren Singh resigned. The state assembly, which has a tenure till 2027, has been put under suspended animation.
Four cadres of banned outfits in Manipur held
Security forces recovered three arms, four hand grenades with detonators and other articles from Ngariyan Hill in Imphal East district
Manipur: Yaoshang festival celebrates culture, colours in Imphal MSN
Manipur: 'Yaoshang' festival celebrates culture, colours in ImphalMSN
Manipur: Security forces uncover explosives & weapons in flash operation
Imphal: Central and state forces of Manipur uncovered three firearms, four hand grenades, a cache of ammunition, and two electronic devices during a special operation at the Ngariyan Hills in Imphal East district over the past 24 hours. Acting on intelligence that anti-social elements were sheltering in a strategic location in the Ngariyan Hills, the [] The post Manipur: Security forces uncover explosives & weapons in flash operation appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Manipur security forces nab four insurgents
Imphal: The joint team of central and state security forces intensified counter-insurgency operations (CIOs) during the Yaoshang festival in Manipur. On the fourth day of the festival, the team arrested four suspected cadres of separate underground groups from different hideouts. The festival is set to conclude on Tuesday. The team set up 109 checkpoints at [] The post Manipur security forces nab four insurgents appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Manipur: Drugs worth Rs 3.29 crores seized at Kuljang Village
Imphal: In a major blow to narcotics smuggling in the region, Assam Rifles apprehended an alleged drug smuggler at Kuljang Village in Chandel District of Manipur along Indo Myanmar border on Sunday. The official said, acting on specific inputs regarding the movement of contraband items on the Khangbarol -Joupi- Churachandpur road, a team from Assam [] The post Manipur: Drugs worth Rs 3.29 crores seized at Kuljang Village appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Manipurs Churachandpur under prohibitory orders as tensions rise
Imphal/Churachandpur: Manipurs Churachandpur administration Monday imposed prohibitory orders across the district following clashes between the Hmar and Zomi communities, a day after a Hmar tribal leader was assaulted amidst demands from the community to identify the perpetrators, police said. According to the additional district magistrate, the prohibitory orders have been imposed under Section 163 of []
Manipur govt enforces Section 163 amid unrest in Churachandpur
Imphal: The Manipur government has enforced prohibitory orders under Section 163 of the BNSS 2023 in Churachandpur district following tensions over the assault of Hmar tribal leader Richard Laltanpuia Hmar. The Hmar community, part of the Kuki-Zo group, has strongly condemned the attack. The incident occurred on Sunday evening when unidentified miscreants assaulted Hmar, General [] The post Manipur govt enforces Section 163 amid unrest in Churachandpur appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Manipur: Security forces recover hidden weapons cache in Loitang Sandum Hills
Imphal: A joint team of the Indian Army and Manipur Police Commandos successfully uncovered a hidden weapons cache in the dense jungles of Sandum Hill Range near Loitang Khullen village under Imphal West District, Manipur. Officials said, security forces launched the operation following credible intelligence inputs, indicating the presence of illicit arms stockpiled in the [] The post Manipur: Security forces recover hidden weapons cache in Loitang Sandum Hills appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Indian Army, Security Forces Seize Weapons and Explosives in Manipur Joint Operation
HT Digital IMPHAL, Mar 17: In a significant security drive, the Indian Army, paramilitary personnel, and Manipur Police jointly raided two major hotspots and recovered weapons, explosives, ammunition, and radio sets. The drive was a major setback to militant and anti-social activities in the border state. As per officials, the intensive hunt was conducted in []
Manipur: Security Forces Recover Arms, Ammunition In Bishnupur, Imphal West DistrictsNorthEast Today
Massive Drug Bust: Meth Tablets Worth ?88 Crore Seized, Four Arrested In Imphal And GuwahatiNorthEast Today
Manipur security forces raid jungle weapons cache in Imphal West India Today NE
Manipur security forces raid jungle weapons cache in Imphal WestIndia Today NE
Rs 100cr drugs seized in NE; Shah says 'no mercy for cartels'
A massive crackdown on an international drug cartel by the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) led to the seizure of methamphetamine tablets worth Rs 100 crore in Imphal and Guwahati. Four operatives were arrested, and the drugs, originating from Moreh in Manipur, were hidden in vehicles. Home Minister Amit Shah praised the efforts towards a drug-free India.
Drugs Worth Rs 88 Crore Seized: Amit Shah Says No Mercy For Drug Cartels
NEW DELHI: A massive consignment of methamphetamine tablets worth Rs 88 crore was seized and four members of an international drug cartel were arrested in Imphal and Guwahati zones, Union Home Minister Amit Shah said on Sunday. Shah also said the drug haul is a testament to the stellar performance of the bottom-to-top and top-to-bottom []
NCB seizes ?88 crore methamphetamine; 4 arrested in Imphal & Guwahati zones THE INDIAN AWAAZ
NCB seizes ?88 crore methamphetamine; 4 arrested in Imphal & Guwahati zonesTHE INDIAN AWAAZ
Manipur: 439 goods-laden trucks reach Imphal amid restrictions
Imphal: Amid the restriction of movements of the Meitei people in the Kuki-Zo inhabited areas of Manipur altogether, 439 vehicles carrying essential items and petroleum products have arrived at Imphal on Sunday. Manipur Police control room report on Sunday stated that the authority has set up a total of 110 Nakas/Checkpoints on the National Highways [] The post Manipur: 439 goods-laden trucks reach Imphal amid restrictions appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Union Home Minister Amit Shah vows no mercy for drug cartels
Union Home Minister Amit Shah has affirmed that there will be no mercy for drug cartels following a major drug bust by the Narcotics Control Bureau. In recent operations, methamphetamine tablets worth Rs 88 crore were seized, and members of an international drug cartel were arrested in Imphal and Guwahati.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah warns drug cartels as NCB seizes meth worth Rs 88 crore
NEW DELHI: Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation, Amit Shah has declared that there will be no mercy for drug cartels. He praised the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) for seizing a massive consignment of methamphetamine tablets worth Rs 88 crore and for arresting four members linked to an international drug cartel. In a post on X, Shah highlighted the success of the investigation approach adopted by the NCB. No mercy for drug cartels. Accelerating the Modi governments march to build a drug-free Bharat, a massive consignment of methamphetamine tablets worth Rs 88 crore has been seized, and four members of the international drug cartel have been arrested in the Imphal and Guwahati zones, he stated. He further added, The drug haul is a testament to the stellar performance of the bottom-to-top and top-to-bottom approach to investigation. Our hunt for drugs continues. Heartfelt congratulations to team NCB. No mercy for drug cartels. Accelerating the Modi govt's march to build a drug-free Bharat, a massive consignment of methamphetamine tablets worth 88 crore is seized, and 4 members of the international drug cartel are arrested in Imphal and Guwahati zones. The drug haul is a Amit Shah (@AmitShah) March 16, 2025 According to the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA), NCB officers from the Imphal Zone conducted an operation on March 13 and intercepted a truck near the Lilong area. After thoroughly inspecting the vehicle, they discovered 102.39 kg of methamphetamine tablets hidden in the rear toolbox and cabin. The two individuals on board were immediately taken into custody. Following this, the team carried out a follow-up operation and arrested a third suspect, who was believed to be the receiver of the drugs. A four-wheeler used for drug trafficking was also recovered, and all three individuals were later arrested. The statement further revealed that the suspected source of the drugs was Moreh, and investigations are ongoing to identify others involved in the case. Shah: Government unsparing in punishing drug traffickers On the same day, NCB officers from the Guwahati Zone, acting on a tip-off, intercepted an SUV at the AssamMizoram border near Silchar. During their inspection, they found 7.48 kg of methamphetamine tablets concealed inside the spare tyre of the vehicle. The occupant of the SUV was taken into custody and later arrested. Officials stated that the contraband originated from Moreh, Manipur, and was destined for Karimganj. Investigations are continuing to track down other individuals linked to the network. Additionally, the NCB has taken over an investigation from the Mizoram State Excise Department involving the seizure of approximately 46 kg of crystal meth in Aizawl on March 6. The MHA confirmed that four individuals have been arrested in connection with this case after their involvement in the drug syndicate was established. Authorities are now working to uncover the international and interstate connections of this trafficking network. The North Eastern Region remains one of the most vulnerable areas in India for drug trafficking due to its geographical location. In 2023, the MHA increased the strength of the NCB to intensify efforts against the drug menace. The NCB, through its five Zonal Units and a Regional Headquarters in the northeast, has been actively working to dismantle drug trafficking networks, particularly those dealing in synthetic drugs like methamphetamine tablets, commonly known as YABA. These drugs not only threaten the youth but also pose a serious risk to national security.
NCB Seizes Drugs Worth Rs 88 Crore, Amit Shah Says 'No Mercy For Drug Cartels'
The NCB seized over 100 kg of methamphetamine tablets from two vehicles in the Imphal and Guwahati zones and arrested four people in this regard. Amit Shah lauded NCB's efforts.
Rs 88 Crore Methamphetamine Seized, 4 Drug Cartel Members Arrested
The major drug haul occurred in Imphal and Guwahati zones, with the Union Home Minister emphasizing the government's ongoing crackdown on drugs
