Presidents Rule in Manipur Extended by Six Months
HT DIGITAL IMPHAL, JULY 25: The Rajya Sabha approved a six-month extension of Presidents Rule in Manipur after a resolution moved by Union Home Minister Amit Shah. The extension, which comes into force from August 13, 2025, is to ensure governance and tackle prevailing instability in the state. The House officially accepted and approved the []
A brief history of RIST, Imphal Ngangkham Nimai Singh
A brief history of RIST, Imphal Ngangkham Nimai Singh
The state reported one new Covid 19 positive case on Thursday, taking the cumulative tally of confirmed cases in the state to 343, according to daily update issued by state IDSP A total of 15 samples were tested in the last 24 hours, of which one returned positive, resulting in a daily positivity rate of 6 7 per cent The new case was reported from Imphal West district There are currently 16 active cases in the state, with 15 patients under home isolation At the national level, three new COVID 19 cases were reported in the past 24 hours, bringing the total number of active cases in the country to 363 During the same period, 50 patients were discharged Source Chronicle News Service
Man Flees Police Checkpoint in Manipur, Abandons Scooter Carrying Brown Sugar Worth 8 Crore
HT DIGITAL IMPHAL, JULY 24: A major drug haul was reported in Manipurs Thoubal district on Wednesday night after an unidentified man abandoned a scooter carrying approximately 2 kilograms of brown sugar and fled on foot, police said. The incident took place around 8 PM along National Highway-102, directly in front of Lilong Police Station, []
Security Forces Arrest Nine Militants in Manipur Crackdown on Extortion Networks
HT DIGITAL IMPHAL, JULY 24: In a concerted effort to crack down on insurgent-sponsored extortion operations, Manipurs security personnel conducted a spate of coordinated operations between July 21 and 23, 2025, arresting nine active militants who belonged to different underground organizations. The militants were said to be involved in systematic extortion operations targeting the commercial []
Eight Militants Arrested in Manipur
A PREPAK PRO militant was arrested from Tabungkhok Sagei brick field in Imphal West district
Ratan Thiyam, guru and theatre modernist, leaves the stage
I was sittingin the dark and towards the back of the Kamani auditorium, waiting for Ratan to arrive so that I could discuss somearrangements with him regarding the Bharat Rang Mahotsavs opening performance that evening of his latest play The King of the Dark Chamber/Raja (2012). There was pin drop silence. Suddenly the auditorium door swung open and Ratan strode in. His entire troupe sprung to their feet and then en masse , all of them genuflected themselves in front of him, in total obeisance. He gave some instructions in Manipuri and soundlessly they tiptoed out totake their positions on the stage for a runthrough. Never before had I experienced such total and unconditional discipline on the part of actors anywhere in the world! Not even in Alkazis heyday when he was looked upon as an unrelenting and uncompromising taskmaster! This kind of complete physical and mental subservience to ones Guru, especially in todays world where questioning was encouraged, not stifled. Was this a medieval mindset playing out, unchanged and ingrained in the Manipuri psyche for centuries, a part and parcel of their martial background? On reflection, I began to believe that such compliance could only be possible today if the leader wassteely and single minded in his mission, unforgiving and unrelenting till the final goal was achieved. And Ratan was thattotally committeda perfectionist. When We Dead Awaken, directed by Ratan Thiuyam, Chorus Repertory Company, Imphal Ratan Thiyam, 77, a luminary of Indian theatre, passed away in Imphal early Wednesday after prolonged illness. He was more than a theatre director. He was a young man with a mission from the day he stepped into the National School of Drama with his eyes eagerly trained on his Guru, Ebrahim Alkazi, listening intently, with every fiber of his being, alert to what his Guru was trying to impartthe larger significance of making theatre , its intention.the seminal role theatre had to play in society through the refinement of the audiences aesthetic sensibilities..which could only be possible by creating deeply relevant and meaningful art. With Alkazis ideas ringing in his ears, Ratan returned to Manipur because that was his base, that was the culture he knew and wished to build onand explore. Setting up the Chorus Repertory Company, Ratan graduallybegan to weave his understanding of the Natya Shastras, Manipurs Meitei performing traditions and Thang-Ta,alongwith his understanding of modernity as it was evolving in the Indian context into a series ofoutstanding productions. Creating new texts based onmyths, using trained Manipuri actors and martial artists Ratanas theatre director orchestrated music, movement, lighting and stagecraft into powerful choreographed images of compelling beauty and majestic power in productions like the Sanskrit classic Urubhangam and Chakravyuh (1984) and Ritusamharam , while his modern texts included AndhaYug and Antigone (1986). When Nissar Allana invited Ratan to direct an Ibsen playfor the Delhi Ibsen Festival, Ratan took up the unusual challenge ofdoing Ibsens When We Dead Awaken (2008) and recreatingit into a lyrical and haunting production, practically surrealist in its imagery, several moments of whichremain imprinted in the minds eye. Ratan Thiyam came at a time when we were searching for ourcultural roots after a period of colonisation. He not only unearthed latent folk performing traditions of Manipur but was able toresurrect and recreate them, crafting a new modernity in a performance language that spoke to audiences not only across India, but also enriching audiences across the world. An incident bears repetition. After one of Ratans performances at the Bharat Rang Mahotsav in Delhi, Mr E. Alkazi was invited to present a bouquet of flowers to the director of the play. Alkazi walked onto the stage,and before he could offer the flowers to Ratan, Ratan genuflected in front of his Guru. The audience all stood up, applauding. Alkazi motioned them to be silent and said, One of the most rewarding moments in a teachers life is to be outstripped by his students. Amal Allana is a theatre director and former Chairperson of the NSD. She has authored a biography on her father, Ebrahim Alkazi: Holding Time Captive.
Manipurs theatre icon Ratan Thiyam dies at 77
IMPHAL, July 23: Manipurs renowned theatre personality and Padma Shri awardee Ratan Thiyam died at a hospital here early on Wednesday, officials said. He was 77. Thiyam died at the Regional Institute of Medical Sciences at around 1.30 am on Wednesday after a prolonged illness, a state government official said. A recipient of Padma Shri []
Three cadres of banned outfit arrested in Manipur
IMPHAL, July 23: Three active cadres of the proscribed Prepak (Pro) were arrested from various locations in Manipurs Imphal West district, police said on Wednesday. A member of the outfit was apprehended from his residence at Chingmeirong recently, a senior officer said. Based on his disclosure, two other cadres of the banned organisation were also []
Renowned theatre icon Ratan Thiyam passes away at 77
Renowned theatre personality and Padma Shri awardee Ratan Thiyam passed away in Imphal at 77 after a prolonged illness. Known for fusing Manipuri traditions with modern theatre, he founded Chorus Repertory Theatre and briefly led NSD. His death sparked tributes from leaders across India, recognising his cultural legacy and lasting impact on Indian performing arts.
India's Theatre Icon Ratan Thiyam Dies At 77
Imphal, Jul 23 (PTI) Manipur's renowned theatre personality and Padma Shri awardee Ratan Thiyam died at a hospital here early on Wednesday, officials said.
IMPHAL, July 22: The United Naga Council (UNC), the Naga Women Union (NWU), the All Naga Students Association, Manipur (ANSAM) and the Naga Peoples Movement for Human Rights-South (NPMHR-S) have served a 20-day ultimatum jointly to the central government today in connection with the the abrogation of Free Movement Regime (FMR) and the ongoing border []
World War 2 relics found in Imphal West dist
Displaced Manipur families get ready to return home under security cover
Some of the family members have begun cleaning the houses they abandoned on the fringes of Imphal Valley after the ethnic conflict broke out in May 2023
Durand Cup kicks off amid uncertainty in Indian football
KOLKATA: The 134th edition of Durand Cup kicks off here Wednesday with East Bengal facing South United FC amid a cloud of uncertainty surrounding the upcoming top-tier domestic football season. The pre-season action will begin against the backdrop of a stalemate between the All India Football Federation (AIFF) and Football Sports Development Limited (FSDL) over the renewal of the Master Rights Agreement (MRA), which governs the operations and commercial structure of the top-tier Indian Super League. The MRA expires on December 8, and with no breakthrough yet, the very future of India's top-tier league remains in limbo ahead of its scheduled September start. In the midst of this impasse, the Durand Cup has retained its significance as the traditional curtain-raiser for Indian football. The competition continues to draw a full roster of 24 teams despite only six ISL clubs confirming participation this year. East Bengal's big rebuild The spotlight on Wednesday will be firmly on East Bengal, who have been among the busiest clubs in the transfer market. Determined to turn around their fortunes after a forgettable 2024-25 campaign, where they finished ninth in the ISL, made an early Super Cup exit, and bowed out of the AFC Challenge League in the quarterfinals, the Kolkata giants have rung in major changes under Spanish coach Oscar Bruzon. Key signings include Brazilian midfielder Miguel Figueira, Argentine defender Kevin Sibille, and Palestinian international Mohammed Rashid. They join full-back Jay Gupta, who completed a multi-year move from FC Goa after a successful stint with the Gaurs. Bruzon has released foreign stars Hijazi Maher, Mahdi Talal, and Messi Bouli in a bid to freshen up his squad and end the club's long trophy drought. East Bengal's fans will hope the new recruits can help reclaim the Durand Cup, which they last won 21 years back in 2004. With 16 titles, they remain the second-most successful club in the competition's storied history behind arch-rivals Mohun Bagan, who clinched their record 17th crown in 2023 by defeating East Bengal 1-0 in a nail-biting final. Reigning ISL champions Mohun Bagan have made headlines with the signing of Abhishek Singh Tekcham from Punjab FC for a reported fee close to Rs 2 crore, as they look to shore up their wing-back options following Ashique Kuruniyan's departure. Jamshedpur FC, meanwhile, have bolsterd their defence by roping in Jestin George, whose breakout season with Gokulam Kerala included a historic Durand Cup win in 2019. Defending champions, NorthEast United FC are drawn in Group E and will be boosted by the signing of Spanish winger Jairo Samperio, an Europa League winner. They have also acquired the services of Lalbiakdika Vanlalvunga, Lalrinzuala Lalbiknia and Chema Nez for the upcoming season. Having won their first club trophy in the previous edition, Juan Pedro Benali's side will be raring to go in front of their home fans. Bigger stakes This year's Durand Cup retains its 24-team format, split into six groups across five states -- West Bengal, Jharkhand, Assam, Meghalaya, and, for the first time, Manipur. Kolkata alone will host two groups, with 15 matches, including a quarter-final, a semi-final, and the grand finale at Salt Lake Stadium on August 23. The competition also continues its tradition of welcoming foreign clubs, with teams from Malaysia (Malaysian Armed Forces) and Nepal (Tribhuvan Army FC) adding an international flavour. For Kolkata fans, local giants East Bengal, Mohun Bagan, Mohammedan Sporting and newly promoted I-League outfit Diamond Harbour FC will ensure no shortage of fierce rivalries. Significantly, the prize purse has tripled to Rs 3 crore this year. Standout individual performers will be rewarded with three SUVs up for grabs alongside team prizes for semi-finalists, quarter-finalists and best performers. Pathway for youngsters Since its post-pandemic revival in 2021, the Durand Cup has offered clubs a crucial pre-season testing ground, helping managers fine-tune tactics and assess new signings. For youngsters and lesser-known domestic players, it remains one of the best platforms to grab the spotlight before the ISL and I-League seasons. The format will see six group winners and the two best second-placed teams progress to the knockout rounds. ISL teams have dominated the competition since their inclusion, winning every edition since 2021 and will again start as favourites, despite fewer top-tier clubs joining the fray this time. Groups At A Glance Group A (Kolkata): East Bengal FC, South United FC, Indian Air Force FT and Namdhari FC. Group B (Kolkata): Mohun Bagan, Mohammedan SC, Diamond Harbour FC and BSF FT. Group C (Jamshedpur): Jamshedpur FC, Indian Army FT, 1 Ladakh FC and Tribhuvan Army FC. Group D (Kokrajhar): Karbi Anglong Morning Star FC, Punjab FC, ITBP FT and Bodoland FC. Group E (Shillong): NorthEast United FC, Rangdajied United FC, Shillong Lajong FC and Malaysian Armed Forces. Group F (Imphal): Real Kashmir FC, TRAU FC, NEROCA FC and Indian Navy FT.
Two Arrested in Manipur Sexual Assault Case Under POCSO Act
HT DIGITAL IMPHAL, JULY 22: Manipur Police have arrested two youths in relation to a reported sexual assault from Tellou Mayai Leikai, which comes under the territorial jurisdiction of Lamlai Police Station in Imphal East district. They have been arrested after a complaint was filed by the victims family, as confirmed by police on Tuesday. []
PREPAK Militant Arrested in Manipur: Myanmar-Trained Cadre Held for Recruitment Activities
HT DIGITAL IMPHAL, JULY 21: In a major breakthrough in the war against Manipur insurgency, security personnel arrested a self-styled Sergeant Major of the outlawed militant group Peoples Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK) on Saturday, July 19. The arrest was made in Imphal East district. The arrested man has been found to be 38-year-old Konjengbam []
Three militants among six held in Manipur
A self-styled sergeant major of the banned Prepak was arrested from his residence at Kontha Ahallup in Imphal East district on July 19, 2025.
Hyderabad-Bound IndiGo Flight Returns To Tirupati After Technical Snag | Flight Cancelled | News18
A Tirupati to Hyderabad IndiGo flight returned to its origin soon after takeoff after it suffered a technical glitch on Sunday.The incident happened at nearly 7.55 pm, when IndiGo flight 6E 6591, which had departed from the Tirupati airport, returned shortly after.As a technical snag was detected, the aircraft began circling over the area for approximately 40 minutes. Later, as a precautionary move, the crew decided to return to Tirupati.The number of passengers onboard the flight was not known.On July 17, an IndiGo aircraft enroute to Imphal returned to the national capital due to a technical snag after being airborne for an hour.A minor technical snag was detected soon after take-off on flight 6E 5118 operating from Delhi to Imphal on 17 July 2025. As a precautionary step, the pilots decided to turn back and land safely at Indira Gandhi International Airport, Delhi, the airline said in a statement. n18oc_indian18oc_breaking-newsNews18 Mobile App - https://onelink.to/desc-youtube
Manipur: Pen down agitation by lecturers to begin
IMPHAL, July 20:The 2018 batch of the Lecturer Association Manipur (LAM) has announced a six-day pen-down strike in protest starting from July 21 against the non-implementation of their long-pending service regularisation order, which was approved by the Manipur Cabinet in 2019. The announcement was made by Irengbam Malemnganbi, General Secretary of LAM, during a press []
Naga rally in Tamenglong district calls against unauthorised construction of road
IMPHAL, July 20: Hundreds of Naga protesters on Friday staged a rally in Manipurs Tamenglong district headquarters to condemn the alleged unauthorised construction of a road by Kuki organisations, which would connect Churachandpur and Kangpokpi districts. The demonstrators also voiced concerns over irregularities in the distribution of NFSA (National Food Security Act) rice in the []
ED begins Rs 63.52 crore restitution in Lamjingba Finance case
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) Imphal has initiated restitution of Rs 63.52 Crore to approximately 5000 investors defrauded by Lamjingba Finance, following a Special Court order. ED is auctioning confiscated properties to restore funds. The investigation, triggered by multiple FIRs, revealed a fraudulent investment scheme led by Sanasam Jacky Singh, leading to arrests and property attachments.
Indigo flight from Delhi to Imphal returns to IGI after snag mid-air
New Delhi: In a short span of over 12 hours, a second Indigo flight developed technical issues mid-air and had to reroute its journey. On Thursday, an Indigo flight with nearly 150 passengers on board flying from Delhi to Imphal had to return to the Indira Gandhi International airport an hour after it took off due to technical issues. Flight 6E 5118, an Airbus 321Neo make, took off at 10:34 am from Terminal 3 of IGI, states flight tracking website, flightradar 24. The flight is reported to have returned to the originating airport an hour after it was airborne. It finally took off at 12.32 pm and reached Imphal at 2.53 pm instead of the scheduled time of 1.10 pm. Indigo confirmed the return of the flight 6E 5118 to Delhi on Thursday afternoon. An official statement said, A minor technical snag was detected soon after take-off on flight 6E 5118 operating from Delhi to Imphal on 17 July. As a precautionary step, the pilots decided to turn-back and landed safely at Indira Gandhi International Airport, Delhi. In line with the mandatory procedures, the aircraft underwent necessary checks and resumed the journey shortly thereafter, it added. IndiGo refused to divulge the specific nature of the snag. On Wednesday night, an Indigo flight from Delhi to Goa with 191 people on board was diverted to Mumbai due to an engine failure detected at 9.27 pm mid-air. An emergency call was made by the pilot and the Flight 6E 6271 was rerouted to Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport where a full emergency had been declared due to its arrival. Delhi-Goa IndiGo plane makes emergency landing at Mumbai airport due to engine failure: Source
Technical snag: Imphal-bound IndiGo flight returns to Delhi
Imphal-bound Indigo flight returns mid-air to Delhi after technical snag
IndiGo Delhi-Imphal flight returns shortly after takeoff due to mid-air technical snag
An IndiGo flight from Delhi to Imphal returned to the national capital shortly after takeoff on Thursday, i.e., July 17, due to a technical snag.
Indigo Flight Cancelled Due to Technical Snag, Returns to Delhi
SRINAGAR: An IndiGo flight bound for Imphal was forced to return to Delhi shortly after take-off on Thursday due to a technical issue, officials have said. A minor technical snag was detected soon after take-off on flight 6E 5118 operating from Delhi to Imphal. As a precautionary step, the pilots decided to turn back and [] The post Indigo Flight Cancelled Due to Technical Snag, Returns to Delhi appeared first on Kashmir Life .
IndiGo DelhiImphal Flight Returns After Mid-Air Technical Snag
Flight 6E 5118 returns safely to Delhi an hour after takeoff; resumes journey post mandatory checks
IndiGo flight returns to Delhi after technical snag detected
An IndiGo flight from Delhi to Imphal, flight 6E 5118, was forced to return to Delhi's IGI Airport on Thursday due to a minor technical issue detected shortly after takeoff. As a precaution, the pilots safely landed the aircraft for necessary checks. The flight has since resumed its journey to Imphal after the mandatory inspections.
Imphal-bound IndiGo plane returns to Delhi due to technical snag
A minor technical snag was detected soon after take-off on flight 6E 5118 operating from Delhi to Imphal on 17 July 2025. As a precautionary step, the pilots decided to turn-back and landed safely in Delhi, IndiGo said in a statement
Imphal-Bound IndiGo Flight Returns To Delhi After Technical Snag
An IndiGo flight en route to Imphal on Thursday was forced to return to Delhi shortly after take-off due to a minor technical issue, the airline said in a statement.
An IndiGo flight 6E-5118, en route from Delhi to Imphal on July 17, 2025, returned to Delhi shortly after takeoff due to a minor technical issue. The Airbus A321 aircraft landed safely, underwent checks, and resumed its journey. This incident occurred a day after another IndiGo flight experienced an engine failure and made an emergency landing in Mumbai.
Imphal-Bound IndiGo Flight Returns To Delhi Airport Due To Technical Snag
An IndiGo flight from Delhi to Imphal made an emergency landing back in Delhi on Thursday after a technical snag was detected soon after takeoff.
Landslides and Flooding Devastate Manipur, Claiming Life of Farmer
HT DIGITAL IMPHAL, JULY 17: A tribal male aged 34 was killed in a catastrophic mudslide accident caused by continuous heavy rains in Manipurs Churachandpur district. Authorities confirmed on Thursday that the victim, Sonminthang, son of Paogin and a native of Old Phaisat village under Henglep Sub-Division, was found dead near the Mimva River banks []
Security forces stop nearly 100 displaced people in Manipur from returning homes
IMPHAL, July 16: Security forces on Wednesday stopped nearly 100 internally displaced people in Manipur from returning to their villages in Dolaithabi in Imphal East district, police said. As a precautionary measure to prevent any untoward incident, they were stopped from going back to their native places, a senior officer said. The IDPs, who were []
New chief secretary of Manipur appointed
IMPHAL, July 16: Senior IAS officer Puneet Kumar Goel was appointed the new chief secretary of Manipur, according to a notification. Goel, a 1991-batch officer of the AGMUT cadre, will replace Prashant Kumar Singh, who has been appointed the secretary of the National Commission for Scheduled Tribes. The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet has approved []
Security forces stop Manipur relief camp inmates from returning to native village
GUWAHATI: Security forces on Wednesday thwarted an attempt by around 100 people, displaced by the ethnic violence in Manipur, to return to their native Dolaithabi village in the Imphal East district of Meitei-majority Imphal Valley. The persons, who are lodged at a relief camp in the district, were intercepted at Pukhao Bazar area, 2.5 km away from Dolaithabi. The village is considered a sensitive area, given its proximity to conflict zones. Sources said it was a precautionary measure that the people were not allowed to return to their village. The Imphal East district shares its boundary with Kuki-majority Kangpokpi district. During the ethnic conflict, a series of violent incidents occurred in areas bordering the two districts. Recently, Manipur Chief Secretary PK Singh stated the government had plans to shut down all relief camps after carrying out the resettlement of the people in three phases. The government had come up with the plan following discussions with the central government. The number of displaced, which was 62,000 in the beginning, is now about 57,000. I took stock of Churachandpur and Kangpokpi. People have started going back, Singh had stated.
Manipur authorities halted nearly 100 internally displaced people from returning to their villages near Sajiwa, Imphal East, citing precautionary measures. This action follows the ethnic conflict between the Meitei and Kuki communities, which has displaced thousands since May 2023.
86 weapons, 974 pieces of ammunition recovered in Manipur
Security forces in a joint operation recovered a large cache of arms and ammunition in Manipur. The operation was launched based on intelligence reports. Simultaneous searches were conducted in five Imphal valley districts. Eighty-six arms were recovered. The recovered items include AK rifles, INSAS rifles, SLRs, pistols and other weapons. A significant quantity of ammunition was also seized.
Security forces recover 86 arms & nearly 974 different types of ammunition in Manipur
Security forces in Manipur recovered 86 arms and 974 types of ammunition in joint operations across five Imphal valley districts on Tuesday, based on intelligence inputs. The cache included SLRs, AK-series rifles, pistols, explosives, and IEDs. In recent weeks, over 500 arms have been seized. Ten militants from banned outfits were also arrested, along with six more in the last 24 hours.
86 weapons, 974 ammunition recovered in major crackdown in Manipur
IMPHAL: In a major crackdown on illegal arms, security forces recovered 86 weapons and 974 rounds of ammunition during a coordinated operation across five valley districts of Manipur on Tuesday. Acting on specific intelligence inputs, joint teams of Manipur Police, Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs), the Army and Assam Rifles launched simultaneous operations in Imphal East, Kakching, Imphal West, Thoubal, and Bishnupur districts, IGP (Zone-II) K Kabib said at a press conference. Coordinated operations were launched simultaneously at multiple locations by joint teams, comprising the Manipur Police, CAPFs, Army and Assam Rifles, he said. Among the weapons allegedly recovered were five AK rifles, three INSAS rifles, 16 SLRs, five .303 rifles, 19 pistols, two carbines, nine other types of rifles, and 16 single-barrel guns, he stated. A total of 86 weapons, along with 974 different types of grenades, ammunition, explosives and mortar shells were recovered. Forty-one magazines and six wireless handsets were also recovered, he added. Kabib said this seizure marked a significant achievement for the security forces in their mission to restore peace, uphold public order, and protect lives and property. The police are committed to ensuring a peaceful and secure Manipur. We also urge the people to cooperate with the police and security forces, and promptly report any suspicious activities or information related to illegal arms, he said.
Nine Insurgents Arrested in Manipur During Anti-Extortion Crackdown
HT DIGITAL IMPHAL, JULY 15: In a major counter-insurgency drive, Manipur security forces and civil police picked up nine male cadres of different underground splinter groups. The arrests, conducted in the last 36 hours, are planned to check ongoing extortion and insurgency activities in the state, police said on Tuesday. The arrested suspects were reportedly []
Wasbir Hussain | Walking The Tightrope On Peace In Manipur
After the MHA-initiated talks, leading Meitei civil society groups like the Coordination Committee on Manipur Integrity (COCOMI) have stated publicly that they have no objection to people belonging to the Kuki-Zo community coming to the Imphal Valley for any sort of work
Manipur Court Sentences 63-Year-Old Man to Two Years in Jail Under POCSO Act
HT DIGITAL IMPHAL, JULY 11: A Fast Track Special Court in Manipur handed a 63-year-old man two years of hard imprisonment under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, 2012. The ruling was given on Thursday by Judge W. Tonen of Fast Track Special Court No. 2, who convicted Khoisnam Ibohal, a Singjamei []
Manipur Congress alleges no tender for prefab homes, seeks probe
IMPHAL, July 10: The opposition Congress in Manipur on Thursday demanded an investigation into the construction of pre-fabricated houses for displaced people, claiming that no tender was floated for the work. State Congress president Keisham Meghachandra said during a visit to two sites of pre-fabricated houses in Bishnupur district on Wednesday, he learnt constructions were []
Manipur crisis: Centre to push for joint talks between Kuki, Meitei leaders
NEW DELHI: With Manipur gripped by ethnic violence since May 2023, the Centre is now working on a plan to bring Kuki and Meitei leaders to the same table for a joint meeting, likely in NovemberDecember this year, officials familiar with the developments told TNIE on Thursday. Amid ongoing ethnic clashes and insurgency in the northeastern state, a series of peace talks, major seizures of illegal weapons, and a noticeable decline in violence have raised fragile hopes among officials engaged in efforts to restore peace, they said. A senior official, speaking on condition of anonymity, said, We are hoping that the prevailing situation in the state continues for a few months. Provided violent clashes between the fighting groups do not occur, plans are afoot to bring together Kuki and Meitei leaders on the negotiating table and arrive at a lasting peace. In their separate meetings with the MHA officials they have indicated that they wanted peace and return to normalcy, the official added. According to officials, security forces have achieved a breakthrough in ensuring uninterrupted movement of essential goods from the capital, Imphal, to other parts of the state, including remote hill regions. In the past three months, the Centre initiated talks and held three rounds of negotiations each with representatives of the Meitei and Kuki communitiesseparatelyofficials said, adding that the discussions were constructive and both sides had agreed to continue the dialogue. The Centre is now hopeful of convening a joint meeting by the end of the year, preferably around November or December a step considered critical to achieving lasting peace in the state. RSS tries its hand at solving Manipur stalemate, weighs in on BJP chiefs appointment Following an appeal by Governor Ajay Bhalla earlier this year to surrender illegal arms, a total of 1,089 weapons have been voluntarily handed over by various groups and individuals. This brings the total number of recovered weapons to 5,859, officials said, adding that the largest recovery took place on the night of June 1314, when Manipur Police and security forces recovered 328 weapons from five districts in the Imphal Valley. From the midnight of July 3 to the morning of July 4, 2025, security forces conducted coordinated search operations across the hill districts of Tengnoupal, Kangpokpi, Chandel, and Churachandpur, acting on specific intelligence inputs. The joint teamscomprising Manipur Police, Assam Rifles, Indian Army, and Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs)uncovered large caches of arms, ammunition, explosives, and other warlike materials from concealed locations, Manipur Police had said in one of its X posts. Security forces have intensified operations against criminal and extortion networks. So far, over 600 extortion-related cases have been registered, and more than 320 arrests made, police said, adding that nearly 12 underground operatives affiliated with various militant outfits have also been apprehended. The efforts of the police and security forces reflect a systematic attempt to dismantle insurgent financing and logistics networks, officials said. They added that improvements in the situation could be attributed to better coordination among central forces, proactive engagement by community leaders, and a growing willingness among rival groups to pursue dialogue. 'He's back, now PM Modi can find time to visit Manipur, Pahalgam terror probe': Congress
6 Arambai Tengol Members Arrested for Assault on Police During Bishnupur Bandh
HT DIGITAL IMPHAL, JULY 9: Manipur Police picked up six persons on June 8 on charges of participating in the physical attack on police personnel during a bandh which was held in Bishnupur district on June 9, 2025. They are suspected to belong to the Arambai Tengol, a local group under suspicion for disrupting activities. []
Manipur HC directs NIA to file progess report on Jiribam killings
GUWAHATI: The Manipur High Court has directed the National Investigation Agency (NIA) to file a progress report in connection with the November 11, 2024 killings of three women and three children -- all members of the Meitei community -- in Jiribam. A division bench, comprising Chief Justice K Somashekar and Justice Ahanthem Bimol Singh, issued the direction during the hearing of a public interest litigation on Monday. The petitioner, Soram Tekendrajit, had sought justice for the victims. The court said although an FIR was filed on November 11, 2024 itself, yet no progress report had been submitted and no charge filed by the investigation agency. There is no progress report submitted by the NIA represented by Mr. W Darakeshwor. The said counsel in this case seeks a short accommodation on the premises that he wants to submit a detailed progress report in terms of charge sheet. If charge sheet is not filed, this matter should be viewed seriously, the court said. The NIA counsel was directed to submit the detailed progress report in terms of charge sheet before the court. The matter will be heard again on July 24 next. The six victims all from the Meitei community were allegedly abducted by Kuki militants from Borobekra in Jiribam on the same day Central Reserve Police Force and Manipur Police gunned down 10 Kuki armed Kuki miscreants in the area. The bullet-riddled bodies of the six were recovered on different days from the Barak River along the Manipur-Assam border. The killings triggered widespread protests in the Imphal Valley during which mobs attacked the houses of several legislators. Jiribam, located on Manipurs westernmost boundary adjoining Assams Cachar district, was the last district to be affected by the ethnic conflict between Meiteis and Kukis. It has a mixed population of Meiteis, Kukis and other tribal and non-tribal communities.
Three Arrested in Manipur for Links to Banned Insurgent Groups
HT DIGITAL IMPHAL, JULY 8: As part of a concerted crackdown on banned insurgent outfits, Manipur Police and security forces carried out several operations in the state on July 7, arresting three people with suspected links to banned groups. The operations are part of an intensified drive against extortion and insurgent activities. In Imphal West, []
Five militants arrested in violence-hit Manipur
IMPHAL: Security forces arrested five militants belonging to two proscribed outfits in Manipur's Imphal East district, police said on Monday. Three active cadres of the banned Prepak were apprehended from the Keirao Khunou area on Sunday, a senior officer said. Two of them are juveniles and have been treated as per the provisions of the Juvenile Justice Act, he said. Two cadres the proscribed Kangleipak Communist Party (PWG) were arrested from the Keibi Heikak Mapan Awang Leikai area on Sunday, he said. The two militants were involved in extortion activities, and they were held when they had come to collect extortion money, the officer said. On 06.07.2025, Manipur Police arrested 03 (three) active cadres of PREPAK from Keirao Khunou under Irilbung-PS, Imphal East district. One of the arrested cadres is identified as Laishram Vishan Meitei @ Bhojo @ Nongthon (28) of Lamphel Sana Keithel, Imphal West district. The pic.twitter.com/WA2lMyp4aF Manipur Police (@manipur_police) July 7, 2025 In another operation at Nepali Basti, Santipur area in Bishnupur district on Saturday, security forces recovered two rifles, two empty magazines, seven handsets, two improvised mortars, and several other articles, the police said. Security forces have been conducting search operations in Manipur since ethnic violence broke out two years ago. More than 260 people have been killed and thousands rendered homeless in ethnic violence between Meiteis and Kuki-Zo groups since May 2023. The Centre had on February 13 imposed the President's rule in Manipur after Chief Minister N Biren Singh resigned. The state assembly, which has a tenure till 2027, has been put under suspended animation. Two militants arrested, explosives recovered in Manipur
Two militants arrested, explosives recovered in Manipur
IMPHAL: Security forces arrested two militants, including a woman, belonging to a proscribed outfit in Manipur's Thoubal and Imphal West districts, police said on Sunday. During search operations, arms and explosives were recovered from various parts of Chandel district, a senior officer said. A woman cadre of the banned Prepak (PRO) was apprehended from the Salungpham area in Thoubal on Saturday, while another member of the outfit was held from the Nagamapal area in Imphal West district, he said. Intelligence-based search operations and cordons are being widely carried out to apprehend those involved in extortion and criminal activities in the state, the officer said. Security forces recovered arms and ammunition from different locations in Chandel district on Friday, he said. Security forces continue to conduct search operations and area domination in the fringe and vulnerable areas across districts. During these operations, the following items were recovered: 1.On 04.07.2025, security forces recovered a cache of arms and ammunition from different pic.twitter.com/w6V2owcYa2 Manipur Police (@manipur_police) July 5, 2025 The seized items include 12 rifles, four IEDs and four grenades, the officer said. Security forces have been conducting search operations in Manipur since ethnic violence broke out two years ago. More than 260 people have been killed and thousands rendered homeless in ethnic violence between Meiteis and Kuki-Zo groups since May 2023. The Centre had on February 13 imposed the President's rule in Manipur after Chief Minister N Biren Singh resigned. The state assembly, which has a tenure till 2027, has been put under suspended animation.
BJP MLA hails Centre for initiatives to restore peace in Manipur
IMPHAL, July 5: Manipur BJP MLA Yumnam Khemchand Singh on Saturday commended the Centre for its initiatives to restore peace in the strife-torn state and praised Union Home Minister Amit Shahs approach to resolving the crisis. As part of the measures taken to restore peace and normalcy in the state, security forces have been conducting []
Free Movement, 3-Phase Plan To Rebuild Lives In Manipur: Chief Secretary Shares Details
The Manipur government has come up with a three-phase plan to ensure internally displaced persons can return home safely to rebuild and restart their lives in peace, Chief Secretary Prashant Kumar Singh told reporters in Imphal.
Manipur security forces allegedly seize 203 weapons, explosives in hill district raids
GUWAHATI: Security forces allegedly recovered 203 weapons, along with IEDs, grenades and ammunition, during extensive search operations conducted in Manipurs hill districts from the midnight of July 3. Officials said coordinated and simultaneous operations were launched in interior areas of Tengnoupal, Kangpokpi, Chandel and Churachandpur districts following receipt of intelligence inputs about the presence of a large cache of arms, ammunition, and other war-like materials concealed in various locations. The operations were carried out by joint teams of police, Assam Rifles, Army and Central Armed Police Forces. The weapons allegedly recovered included Insas rifles (21), AK series rifles (11), SLRs (26), snipers (2), carbines (3), .303 rifles (17) and pistols (9). Thirty IEDs, 12 grenades and nine Pompi shells were also seized. These intelligence-based coordinated operations in the hill districts represent a significant achievement for the Manipur Police, Assam Rifles/Army and Central Security Forces in their ongoing efforts to restore normalcy, maintain public order, and ensure the safety and security of citizens and their property, Manipur Police posted on X. The police urged the public to cooperate with the security forces and report any suspicious activities or information related to illegal weapons to the nearest police station or Central Control Room. This is the second major arms haul in recent times. Last month, security forces had allegedly recovered over 300 guns, along with a huge quantity of ammunition, during simultaneous operations carried out in all five districts of the Imphal Valley.
Security for farmers in Manipur tightened, Central forces deployed
GUWAHATI: As agricultural activities have begun, the Manipur government is taking measures for the safety of farmers who came under attacks during the ethnic violence in the state. A delegation of three Imphal Valley-based civil society organisations, which met senior MHA officials in New Delhi recently, flagged the farmers issue. They had demanded adequate security for the farming community and their farmlands. The last incident involving an attack on farmers took place on June 19 at Phubala in Bishnupur district. A Meitei farmer was injured after being fired upon by an unknown attacker. Two other farmers escaped unhurt. A combined headquarters meeting was held last week to review the security arrangements related to farming and prevent Phubala-like incidents. The meeting was chaired by Security Advisor Kuldiep Singh and attended by Chief Secretary PK Singh and DGP Rajiv Singh. The government said police personnel are deployed in the vulnerable farming areas on the hills and the valley, assisting central security forces in providing security to farming areas. Central forces have been redeployed in the vicinity of Phubala. Alert messages have been issued to all district superintendents of police from the police headquarters to immediately implement enhanced security protocols for ongoing cultivation activities, a government statement said. Senior police officers are visiting farming areas to oversee security arrangements. This includes the identification of vulnerable agricultural areas that may require increased security surveillance. Flying squads and quick response teams have been set up in case of any need, the statement said.
Kuki body bans forest dept work in Kangpokpi
IMPHAL, July 3: The Sadar Hills Chiefs Association (SAHILCA) in Manipurs Kangpokpi district has banned all activities and programmes of the state forest department in Kuki-Zo areas of the district. In a statement on Wednesday, SAHILCA said, All activities and programmes of the forest department is banned till the end of the violent conflict in []
Manipur heightens security for farmers in vulnerable areas after recent attack on Meitei farmer
GUWAHATI: In the wake of a recent attack on a farmer at Phubala in Bishnupur district, the Manipur government has heightened security for farmers in vulnerable areas, particularly as cultivation activities resume following months of ethnic violence. A Combined Headquarters meeting was held last week to review the current farming-related security measures, improve coordination, and prevent incidents similar to the one in Phubala. The meeting was chaired by Security Advisor Kuldiep Singh and attended by Chief Secretary PK Singh and Director General of Police Rajiv Singh. The government stated that police personnel have been deployed in vulnerable farming zones, both in the hills and the valley, to assist central security forces in safeguarding agricultural areas. In Phubala, central security forces have been redeployed to reinforce security arrangements. Alert messages have been issued to all district superintendents of police from the Police Headquarters to immediately implement enhanced security protocols for ongoing farming and cultivation activities, a government statement said. Senior police officers are inspecting farming zones to assess and strengthen security measures. This includes identifying vulnerable agricultural regions that may require increased police presence and surveillance. Joint combing operations are being conducted on a regular basis in the fringe areas, including areas deep inside the hills to flush out any miscreants. Flying squads and quick response teams have been set up by the administration for immediate assistance in case of any need, the statement added. The government also urged the public, especially farmers, to remain alert and inform local police or security forces before heading to cultivate land in sensitive regions. A joint delegation of three Imphal Valley-based civil society organisations recently met senior Ministry of Home Affairs officials in New Delhi and flagged the issue of farmers safety. They demanded adequate security arrangements for both the farming community and their lands. The latest incident occurred on 19 June at Phubala, where a Meitei farmer was injured after being allegedly fired upon by an unidentified miscreant. Two other farmers accompanying him escaped unhurt. In the retaliatory operation by security personnel, an elderly Kuki woman was allegedly killed in crossfire in the adjoining Churachandpur district.
Manipur Man Confesses to Killing Wife in Plan to Remarry, Sent to Judicial Custody
HT DGITAL IMPHAL, JULY 3: In a rare instance of domestic violence and premeditated homicide, a 45-year-old jobless man from Manipurs Imphal East district has admitted to murdering his wife as part of his scheme to marry a second wife. The accused Md Mujibur Rahman, son of the late Md Abdur Rahman of Keikhu Maning []
Imphal West DC Mandates Aadhaar Biometric Updates for Children Aged 5 and 15
HT DIGITAL IMPHAL, JULY 3: In a significant move to have correct and recent Aadhaar data for children and adolescents, the Office of the Deputy Commissioner of Imphal West District, Manipur, has directed biometric updation at the age of 5 years and 15 years. Signed by Deputy Commissioner Mayanglambam Rajkumar Singh, the notification highlights the []
Three militants arrested in Manipur's Imphal Valley, arms and ammunition seized
IMPHAL: Three militants belonging to different proscribed outfits have been arrested by security forces in Imphal Valley districts of Manipur, police said on Thursday. Police arrested a member of the banned PREPAK (PRO) outfit from Meitram area in Bishnupur district on Wednesday. He has been identified as Oinam Hemanjit Singh. Security forces also arrested an insurgent belonging to the banned Kangleipak Communist Party (PWG) outfit from Sekmaijin Maning Leikai area in Imphal East district. The militant, identified as Oinam Tomba Singh (57), was involved in extortion from various petrol pumps in Kakching and Thoubal districts. Police also arrested an active cadre of Kangleipak Communist Party (PWG) from Elang Khangpokpi Awang Leikai in Kakching district on Wednesday. He has been identified as Lourembam Suresh (47). Meanwhile, security forces seized a .303 rifle with magazine, two 9mm pistols with magazines, one 12-bore single-barrel gun, four hand-grenades, a wireless set with charger and two detonators from the foothills of Andro Khuman (Baruni Hill) in Imphal East district on Wednesday.
Manipur: Three militants arrested, arms and ammunition seized
Security forces apprehended three militants from different banned groups in Manipur's Imphal Valley. The arrests occurred in Bishnupur, Imphal East, and Kakching districts. Oinam Hemanjit Singh, Oinam Tomba Singh, and Lourembam Suresh were identified as the arrested militants. Authorities also seized a cache of weapons. The seizure included rifles, pistols, grenades, a wireless set, and detonators.
Appreciate enhanced measures to strengthen Aadhaar issuance process in Manipur: Biren Singh
IMPHAL, July 2: Former Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh on Wednesday asserted the urgent need for strict verification mechanisms and close coordination between Aadhaar issuing authorities, ILP enforcement agencies, and local administrative bodies to ensure that identity documents are issued only to those who are rightfully entitled. In a post on X, Singh wrote: []
Kuki rebel leader among four shot dead in Manipur
GUWAHATI: Unidentified assailants ambushed a car in Manipurs Kuki-majority Churachandpur district on June 30, killing a rebel leader and his two bodyguards. An elderly woman also lost her life in the incident after being hit by a stray bullet. The incident occurred at around 2 pm on the Jesami Road near Mongjang village, around 10 km from Churachandpur town. All the bodies were sent to a hospital for postmortem. Thahpi Haokip, deputy commander-in-chief of Kuki National Army (KNA), was travelling in the car along with his two bodyguards when they were ambushed. According to preliminary reports, the assailants fired a barrage of shots a close range. Over a dozen empty shells were recovered from the spot.The incident is believed to be related to a factional feud. No group has so far claimed responsibility for the attack. Security personnel rushed to the area after the incident, amidst fears about the escalation of the situation. The KNA is the armed group of the Kuki National Organisation. It is one of around 25 Kuki rebel groups that signed the suspension of operations agreement with the central government earlier. Manipur has been under Presidents rule since February this year but sporadic incidents of violence have continued. The All India Trinamool Congress slammed the central government on the Manipur situation. Manipur didnt fall apart on its own. Delhi broke it. And now Delhi looks away. No amount of PR can whitewash this blood, the party posted on X after Mondays killings. Meanwhile, the leaders of three Imphal Valley-based organisations -- All Manipur United Clubs Organisation, Coordinating Committee on Manipur Integrity and Federation of Civil Society Organisations -- held a meeting with officials of the Ministry of Home Affairs in New Delhi on June 30. The issues on the agenda included the reopening of highways, security of farmers and their agricultural lands, and the resettlement and rehabilitation of displaced people. The ethnic conflict between Meiteis and Kukis, which broke out on May 3, 2023, had left over 250 people dead and some 60,000 others displaced.
3 militants held in Manipur; bomb neutralised in Bishnupur
Three militants belonging to different proscribed outfits have been arrested by security forces in Manipurs Imphal West and East districts, police said on Monday, June 30. An insurgent belonging to the banned Peoples Liberation Army (PLA) was arrested from Lamdeng Awang Leikai in Imphal West district on Sunday, a police statement said. He has been 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 .
Unexploded Mortar Bomb Neutralized in Manipurs Bishnupur District
HT DIGITAL IMPHAL, JUNE 30: A critical mishap was prevented in Manipurs Bishnupur district on Sunday when central security forces and Manipur police, including a bomb disposal and detection team, were able to find and neutralize an unexploded mortar shell. The 51mm ILLG illuminating mortar shell was found at Terakhongshangbi Maning Laithel, which falls under []
Three Manipur civil groups head to Delhi for crucial third round of talks with MHA
IMPHAL, June 29: Three key civil society organisations from Manipur haveleftImphal for New Delhi today for a third round of talks with officials from the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA), hoping to find a breakthrough in the ongoing conflict in Manipur that has gripped the state since May 2023. A joint delegation of 19 members, []
BJP MLAs discuss peace, restoration of popular govt in Manipur: Ex-CM Biren Singh
IMPHAL, June 29: Former Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh on Sunday said BJP legislators held talks focused on restoring peace and forming a popular government in the state. Speaking to reporters after a meeting held at the BJP state headquarters, Singh said, We discussed the frustration faced by people and the hardships endured by []
2 militants arrested in Manipur
IMPHAL, June 29: Security forces arrested two militants belonging to proscribed outfits from Manipurs Bishnupur and Tengnoupal districts, police said on Sunday. The arrests were made on Saturday. One active cadre of the banned Kangleipak Communist Party (Taibanganba) was apprehended from his residence at Oinam Ushakhangdabi in Bishnupur, while a member of the outlawed Peoples []
Manipur sees drop in violence, rise in drug seizures under Presidents rule: Officials
IMPHAL, June 29: Manipur has witnessed a significant decline in violence, with a sharp drop in civilian deaths and injuries and a marked increase in drug seizures since the imposition of Presidents rule in February, officials said here on Sunday. Besides, Manipur Police, Assam Rifles and other paramilitary forces are also working tirelessly to recover []
MDA urges centre to restore elected govt in Manipur
IMPHAL, June 29:The Manipur Democratic Alliance (MDA) has stepped up its pressure on the Centre to end Presidents Rule and reinstate a popular government. At a press conference held Sunday at the MDA office in Babupara in Imphal, alliance convenor M Tombi Singh revealed that the group had submitted a detailed memorandum to key national []
Manipur bodies seek safety for farmers, displaced, ahead of key meeting with Amit Shah
GUWAHATI: A joint delegation of several civil society organisations from Manipur will meet senior officials of the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) in New Delhi on Monday to pursue multiple long-standing concerns, including the security of farmers in conflict zones and the resettlement of displaced communities. The issues on the agenda include protection of Manipurs territorial integrity, reopening of highways, security for farmers and their farmland, and the resettlement and rehabilitation of people displaced by the ethnic violence that broke out in the state in 2023. The organisations part of this delegation are the All Manipur United Clubs Organisation, Coordinating Committee on Manipur Integrity (COCOMI), and the Federation of Civil Society Organisations. COCOMI convenor Khuraijam Athouba told this newspaper on Sunday that this would be a follow-up to its earlier meeting with the Centre. This time, however, the groups will make a joint representation. We will meet the officials of MHA. This will be a prelude to our meeting with Union Home Minister Amit Shah. He will take the final decisions on the matters. Tomorrows meeting is a preparation of that, Athouba said. We will discuss issues including the security of farmers and their farmland, opening of highways, resettlement of the displaced people etc, he further stated. He added that they were expecting a positive response in the form of concrete actions from the government. Farmers with agricultural land located in the peripheral regions of the Imphal Valley, bordering the Kuki hills, have frequently come under attack during the ongoing ethnic conflict. The latest such attack occurred around a week ago when a Meitei farmer was injured after being shot at by an unidentified assailant in Bishnupur district. In a subsequent operation by security personnel, an elderly Kuki woman was killed in crossfire in Churachandpur district. The ethnic conflict has led to an internal partition of Manipur, severing physical contact between the Meitei and Kuki communities. Even more than two years after violence first broke out on 3 May 2023, Meiteis are unable to travel to Kuki-dominated areas, and Kukis similarly remain cut off from the Meitei-majority Imphal Valley. The conflict has claimed over 250 lives and displaced around 60,000 people. A large number of these displaced persons continue to live in relief camps across the state.
Thousands join Rath Yatra in Imphal after two years of unrest
IMPHAL, June 28:After two years of low-key celebrations due to unrest, thousands of devotees took part in the Rath Yatra (Kang) festival in Imphal on Friday. The main event was held at the Shree Shree Govindaji Temple, Palace Compound, Imphal West. People came out in large numbers. For the past two years, the festival was []
11 Manipur Police officers transferred
IMPHAL, June 28: Manipur Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla on Saturday ordered the transfer of 11 senior police officers with immediate effect, an official statement said. Those transferred include five Indian Police Service (IPS) officers and six Manipur Police Service (MPS) officers. Superintendent of Police (SP), CID (Security) Victoria Yengkhom was transferred and posted as Additional []
Manipur civil society organisations to hold talks with Centre in Delhi on June 30
IMPHAL, June 28: A delegation of civil society organisations in Manipur will hold talks with the Ministry of Home Affairs in New Delhi on June 30 over the current situation in the ethnic strife-torn state, officials said on Saturday. A team of All Manipur United Clubs Organisation (AMUCO), Coordinating Committee on Manipur Integrity (COCOMI) and []
Efforts on to form govt in Manipur at the earliest: Former CM
Imphal: Former Manipur chief minister N Biren Singh on Saturday, June 28, informed that the central leaders of the BJP are assessing the situation and said that efforts are on to reinstall a popular government in the state, which has been under Presidents rule for the past over four months. I am hopeful that a 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 .
Active Covid cases in Manipur stand at 217
Imphal, June 28: Even though the positivity rate declined by 7.5 per cent over the past two days, Covid-19 cases continue to rise in Manipur, where the cumulative number of active cases stood at 217, officials said on Saturday. According to a senior official with Manipur Health and Family Welfare Department, of the 217 active [] The post Active Covid cases in Manipur stand at 217 appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Efforts on to restore popular government in Manipur soon: Former CM Biren Singh
IMPHAL: Former Manipur chief minister N Biren Singh on Saturday said efforts are underway for setting up of a popular government in the state which is now under President's rule. Speaking at the sidelines of a programme at BJP state headquarters, Singh expressed hope that a new government will be formed in Manipur soon. We are working to form a government at the earliest. We are a national party. After looking into the ground situation, I have faith that a government will be formed soon. BJP and its allies want a popular government as well. We are working for restoration of the popular government, he said. We, BJP, haven't criticised anybody. We are concentrating only on the present crisis. We are approaching the Central government and concerned persons to bring an amicable solution and peace in the state. In the meantime, we are also working to restore a popular government with frequent gatherings of MLAs. Everybody wants restoration of peace. Peace is compulsory. In the last seven or eight months, there have been no reports of fighting between communities, the former CM said. Singh said the central government is trying day and night to restore peace in the state. To a media query, Singh said, I have said earlier that illegal immigrants and drug cartels have affected the entire North East as well as the whole nation. Slowly, everyone has come to understand this issue. This change is a positive sign and together we can fight these elements. The Centre had on February 13 imposed President's rule in Manipur after Chief Minister N Biren Singh resigned. The state assembly, which has a tenure till 2027, has been put under suspended animation. More than 260 people have been killed and thousands rendered homeless in ethnic violence between Meiteis and Kuki-Zo groups since May 2023.
Woman among 3 militants arrested in Manipur
She was allegedly involved in extortion activities and had threatened officials and courier service operators in Imphal area
Security Forces Launch Targeted Operations in Manipur, Arrest KCP (PWG) Cadre
HT Digital IMPHAL, JUNE 26: Security personnel in Manipur have stepped up their intelligence-based cordon-and-search operations (CASO) in various sensitive pockets of the state. In a major breakthrough on June 24, the personnel arrested an active member of the outlawed militant outfit Kangleipak Communist Party (Peoples War Group), popularly referred to as KCP (PWG). The []
Biren Singh Alleges Manipulation of Legal Order on Manipur Hill Areas
HT DIGITAL IMPHAL, JUNE 26: The former Manipur Chief Minister N. Biren Singh has sounded warning on what he describes as a manipulated version of a central legal order regulating the states hill areas. In a trenchantly worded letter to Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla on Wednesday, Singh referred to differences between the Gazette of India []
Assam Rifles felicitates newly commissioned officers from Manipur
The ceremony was organised on June 25 by the Inspector General Assam Rifles (South) headquarters in Imphal
Emergency one of darkest chapters: N Biren Singh
IMPHAL, June 25: Former Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh on Wednesday said the emergency of 1975 was one of the darkest chapters in Indias democratic history. He called upon people to take a pledge to never let democracy be held hostage as the emergency was a ruthless assault on the constitution. In a post []
Manipur Police Arrest Suspected Vehicle Thief, Recover Three Stolen Two-Wheelers
HT Digital IMPHAL, June 25: Manipur Police arrested a suspected vehicle lifter and recovered three stolen two-wheelers during a special operation in Thoubal district on Tuesday. The arrest was a part of an ongoing intelligence-based drive against vehicle thefts in the state. In accordance with an official announcement issued on Wednesday, a special squad of []
Contrabands of Rs 14 L seized near the MorehChandel route in Tengnoupal district
IMPHAL, June 24:In a joint operation with Army personnel, Assam Rifles seized a large consignment of contraband items near the MorehChandel route in Tengnoupal district on June 23, said officials on Tuesday. The operation was launched following credible intelligence inputs regarding illegal movement along the route. A statement issued by Assam Rifles said during the []
Radical outfit leader held for murder of differently-abled man in Manipur
In Manipur, police have arrested Longjam Khaba Singh, a leader of Arambai Tenggol. He is accused of murdering Md Chesam Abdul Kadir. Abdul Kadir, a differently-abled man, went missing earlier this month. His body was found buried in Imphal West district. Ten people are now in custody related to the case. The incident sparked protests, and authorities exhumed the body.
Manipur Mourns Nganthoi Sharma
The mortal remains of Kongbrailatpam Nganthoi Sharma, one of the two Air India crew members from Manipur who perished in the June 12 Ahmedabad plane crash, were brought back to Imphal on Sunday.
Manipur mourns as mortal remains of Air India crash victim Nganthoi Sharma reach Imphal
The mortal remains of Kongbrailatpam Nganthoi Sharma, an Air India crew member from Manipur who tragically died in the Ahmedabad plane crash, arrived in Imphal on Sunday. Government officials and community leaders paid their respects before the body was taken to Thoubal district for the last rites.
Ahmedabad crash victim's mortal remains reach Manipur, thousands pay tributes
A cousin of Nganthoi Sharma said that airport officials, family members and others paid floral tributes to her mortal remains after it was brought to Imphal airport aboard an IndiGo flight.
Ahmedabad plane crash: Crew member's mortal remains reach Manipur, thousands pay tributes
IMPHAL: Thousands of people lined up on both sides of the roads to pay tributes to Ahmedabad crash victim Kongbrailatpam Nganthoi Sharma, whose mortal remains were brought to Manipur on Sunday. Sharma was an air crew member of the London-bound Air India flight AI 171 which crashed into a hostel complex in Ahmedabad's Meghaninagar moments after take-off from Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport at 1.39 pm on June 12, killing 270 people, including 241 on board. One passenger survived. The moment was profoundly moving ... She was received with deep dignity, solemn respect, and heartfelt sorrow by Team Imphal Airport, not merely as colleagues in uniform but as family in mourning -- united in silence and reverence. With bowed heads and heavy hearts, she was tenderly handed over to her family, friends, and loved ones, whose presence spoke volumes of the love they carry and the void her absence leaves behind, Imphal airport said in a post on Facebook. A cousin of Nganthoi Sharma said that airport officials, family members and others paid floral tributes to her mortal remains after it was brought to Imphal airport aboard an IndiGo flight. Her mortal remains were accompanied by her father and elder sister, who had gone to Ahmedabad for DNA testing, she added. The mortal remains were later taken to her residence in Thoubal on an open truck as thousands lined up on both sides of the road to pay their tributes. Her last rites would be conducted later in the evening, another family member said. The mortal remains of another crew member from Manipur, Lamnunthem Singson, were brought to the state on June 19 . The remains were brought to Kangpokpi district via road from Dimapur airport aboard an IndiGo flight from Ahmedabad. Her final rites were conducted the next day.
Militant arrested; arms, ammunition seized in Manipur
A large cache of arms and ammunition were also seized in separate search operations in Imphal East and Kakching districts, a police statement said
