10 militants killed in Manipurs Chandel district, operation underway
Imphal: At least 10 militants were killed in a gunfight with an Assam Rifles unit in Manipurs Chandel district, officials said. The operation is still in progress, they said. The Armys Eastern Command said in a post on X on Wednesday, Acting on specific intelligence on movement of armed cadres near the New Samtal village, 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 .
Manipur: NSCN-IM warns Kuki group, backs govts Shirui Lily Fest
Imphal: The Government of the Peoples Republic of Nagalim (GPRN), the political wing of the National Socialist Council of Nagaland (NSCN-IM), has welcomed the upcoming fifth edition of the Shirui Lily Festival, scheduled from May 20 to 24, 2025, in Ukhrul district, Manipur. The NSCN (IM), currently engaged in peace talks with the Indian government, [] The post Manipur: NSCN-IM warns Kuki group, backs govts Shirui Lily Fest appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Manipur: Meitei entry banned in Kuki zones during Shirui festival
Imphal: Kuki Zo Village VolunteersEastern Zone (KZVV-EZ) has prohibited any individual from the Meitei community from entering or accessing Kuki villages or territories in Manipur. This includes restrictions on attending the fifth edition of the Siroi Lily Festival, scheduled from May 20 to 24, 2025, in Manipurs Ukhrul district. There are a couple of Kuki [] The post Manipur: Meitei entry banned in Kuki zones during Shirui festival appeared first on NorthEast Now .
12 militants arrested from 3 Manipur districts
Manipur police arrested twelve militants from proscribed organizations. The arrests occurred on Tuesday. Security forces apprehended members of PLA, KCP, KYKL, PREPAK, and UNLF. Two arms dealers were also arrested. The police recovered a rifle and ammunition. The arrests took place in Tengnoupal, Thoubal, and Imphal East districts. The operation aims to curb insurgency in the region.
Manipur: 15 insurgents arrested, arms and explosives seized
Imphal: The Indian Army, in coordination with central paramilitary forces and local police, arrested 15 insurgents from various groups and detained 11 suspects in separate operations conducted across Manipur over the past 24 hours. The operations, which took place at vulnerable locations across the state, resulted in the seizure of arms, ammunition, explosives, mobile phones, [] The post Manipur: 15 insurgents arrested, arms and explosives seized appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Manipur: Three arrested in Imphal East for illegal arms sale
Imphal: The Imphal East district police of Manipur in collaboration with the central security forces intelligence unit deployed in Imphal, arrested three individuals on Tuesday for their involvement in the sale of prohibited weapons. The arrests were made in the Pukhao Ahallup Makha Leikai area under the jurisdiction of Sagolmang Police Station in Imphal East [] The post Manipur: Three arrested in Imphal East for illegal arms sale appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Manipur: Woman held with bottles of banned cough syrup in Thoubal
Imphal: Manipur Police, in coordination with central security forces, arrested a woman allegedly involved in smuggling banned pharmaceutical products in Lilong, Thoubal district, on Tuesday. According to official sources, the suspect was caught with 51 bottles of Codeine Phosphate & Triprolidine HCl Syrup 100 ml (TUSSREX-TR), a controlled substance not permitted for sale without a [] The post Manipur: Woman held with bottles of banned cough syrup in Thoubal appeared first on NorthEast Now .
BSF Soldier Killed In Action Given Full State Honours In Manipur; He Was Fearless, Says Top Officer
Border Security Force soldier Deepak Chingakham made a huge contribution in destroying a Pakistani post before he received critical injuries from enemy artillery fire, a senior BSF officer told reporters in Manipur's capital Imphal on Tuesday.
Mumbai-bound Indigo flight gets bomb threat, delayed
KOLKATA: A plane of a private airline was taken to the isolation bay at the Kolkata airport on Tuesday afternoon for a thorough security check after a passenger was suspected of carrying a bomb, officials said. The passenger was detained after he told the airline's security officer that he had a bomb, an Airports Authority of India (AAI) official said. The 26-year-old passenger, travelling to Mumbai from Imphal with a stopover in Kolkata, made the comment during the step ladder point check, a secondary-level security procedure under which airline staff frisk passengers and their hand luggage just before boarding, he said. The passenger's claim was declared specific, security was beefed up, and standard operating procedure (SOP) implemented, he added. The passenger arrived in Kolkata by an Indigo flight and was supposed to take another flight of the same airline to Mumbai. Out of the total of 186 passengers who were supposed to take the flight to Mumbai from Kolkata, 179 had already boarded, the official said. The flight was supposed to depart for Mumbai at 1.30 pm, but it was delayed as the aircraft was vacated and taken to the isolation bay for a thorough check, he said. In a statement, the airline said, IndiGo flight 6E 5227 operating from Kolkata to Mumbai received a bomb threat prior to departure. In accordance with security protocols, the aircraft was moved to an isolation bay at Kolkata airport. All necessary checks were conducted, and the standard operating procedures were followed. Security has been strengthened at all airports in the country following the India-Pakistan military conflict. Air India, IndiGo announce flight cancellations to seven cities amid security concerns
Manipur: Police nabbed five including three militants in Imphal dynamitenews.com
Manipur: Police nabbed five including three militants in Imphaldynamitenews.com
Manipur pays tribute to BSF jawan Deepak Chingakham killed in Jammu drone attack
Imphal: Manipur paid its final respects to Border Security Force (BSF) jawan Deepak Chingakham (25), who lost his life during Operation Sindoor along the Indo-Pak border in Jammu and Kashmirs RS Pura sector. The last rites were performed with full state honours on Tuesday at his native village, Yairipok Yambem in Imphal East district. Deepaks [] The post Manipur pays tribute to BSF jawan Deepak Chingakham killed in Jammu drone attack appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Manipur: Joint forces bust arms transit camp in Churachandpur
Imphal: Central and State forces in a joint operation using metal detectors seized a cache of arms, explosives, a locally made rocket launcher, and ammunition from a location in Churachandpur district of Manipur on Monday, officials said. Upon receiving anintelligence input from their sources, the joint team, using metal detectors and a sniffer dog, launched [] The post Manipur: Joint forces bust arms transit camp in Churachandpur appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Two Arrested for 2023 Mob Attack on RSS Office in Imphal: Manipur Police Deccan Herald
Two Arrested for 2023 Mob Attack on RSS Office in Imphal: Manipur PoliceDeccan Herald
Two Arrested for 2024 Attack on RSS Office in Manipur
HT Digital IMPHAL, MAY 13: Central security forces, in coordination with Manipur police, arrested two individuals on Monday in connection with the mob attack on the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) office in Imphal East district last November. According to the Manipur police control room, the arrests were made with the assistance of Sagolmang police station. []
Manipur: Two arrested for RSS office attack in Imphal East
Imphal: Central security forces, in coordination with the Manipur police, apprehended two individuals on Monday for their alleged involvement in the attack on the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) office in Imphal East district. The Manipur police control room reported that central security forces, with assistance from the Sagolmang police station, arrested the two individuals who [] The post Manipur: Two arrested for RSS office attack in Imphal East appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Admission open for University degree at NIELIT Imphal
Admission open for University degree at NIELIT Imphal
Manipur parties unite against Census anomalies, delimitation based on old data
Imphal: Fifteen political parties in Manipur have jointly appealed to Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla, expressing deep concerns over irregularities in the ongoing census and vehemently opposing the proposed delimitation exercise based on the 2001 census data. During a meeting held at Raj Bhavan, Imphal, on Monday, representatives from the National Peoples Party (NPP), Janata Dal [] The post Manipur parties unite against Census anomalies, delimitation based on old data appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Manipur Governor announces Rs 10 lakh ex gratia for slain BSF constable
Imphal: Manipur is set to honour its braveheart, BSF constable Deepak Chimngakham, who made the ultimate sacrifice during the recent Indo-Pak border conflict. The Governor of Manipur has announced an ex gratia of Rs 10 lakh to Deepak Chimngakhams next of kin, according to a communique released by Raj Bhavan, Imphal, on Monday. Constable (General [] The post Manipur Governor announces Rs 10 lakh ex gratia for slain BSF constable appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Manipur Class 10 Result 2025: Boys outperform girls in first grading system
Imphal: The Board of Secondary Education, Manipur (BoSEM) announced the results for the High School Leaving Certificate (HSLC) Class 10 examinations 2025 on Monday, revealing that boys achieved a higher pass percentage than girls. This year marked the first time BoSEM adopted a grading system for evaluation, moving away from awarding divisions or ranks and [] The post Manipur Class 10 Result 2025: Boys outperform girls in first grading system appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Meira Paibis protest NIAs arrest of village volunteer in Manipur
Imphal: The Meira Paibis, the women vigilantes of Manipur, have staged protests and demanded the immediate release of a Village Volunteer who was allegedly arrested by the National Investigation Agency (NIA) from his residence in Bishnupur district. During the protest demonstrations, the women activists staged a sit-in and also took out rallies in and around [] The post Meira Paibis protest NIAs arrest of village volunteer in Manipur appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Security forces nab 16 militants, seize 17 weapons in Manipur
Imphal: In a series of joint operations, the Army, along with other forces, have arrested 16 militants of different outfits and recovered 17 weapons, huge quantities of ammunition and explosives from different districts of Manipur, officials said Monday. A Defence spokesman said the Army, Assam Rifles, CRPF, BSF, ITBP and the Manipur Police in a []
Manipur: 30 rape cases reported in Churachandpur
Imphal: An awareness session on the protection of children from Sexual Offences in Manipurs Churachandpur district has called for necessary intervention in need through counselling, education, and vocational training to overcome trauma. The event aimed (at) to sensitinise the increasing of the rape cases in the district during the past few years. Officials stated that [] The post Manipur: 30 rape cases reported in Churachandpur appeared first on NorthEast Now .
10 Satellites Working Continuously To Ensure Safety, Security Of Citizens: ISRO Chairman
IMPHAL, May 12: ISRO Chairman Dr V Narayanan said that 10 satellites are continuously working for a strategic purpose to ensure the safety and security of the countrys citizens. Speaking at the convocation ceremony of the Central Agricultural University in Manipurs Imphal on Sunday, he said India is becoming a vibrant space power and will have its first space station by 2040. Today, 433 satellites of 34 countries are lifted from India and placed in orbitI am also happy to [] The post 10 Satellites Working Continuously To Ensure Safety, Security Of Citizens: ISRO Chairman appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
N Biren Singh Pays Heartfelt Tribute to BSF Martyr Deepak Chingakham
HT Digital IMPHAL, MAY 11: The BJP Manipur state unit and former Chief Minister N Biren Singh has paid an emotional tribute to Border Security Force (BSF) Constable (GD) Deepak Chingakham, who succumbed to injuries sustained during cross-border firing along the International Boundary in the R S Pura sector of Jammu district. The brave soldier []
BJP, ex-CM pay tribute to Manipur martyr at Indo-Pakistan Border
Imphal: BJP Manipur state unit and former chief minister of the state, N Biren Singh, has paid a solemn tribute to the Border Security Forces Constable (GD) Deepak Chingakham from Manipur, who succumbed to fatal injuries sustained during cross-border firing along the International Boundary in the R S Pura sector of Jammu district in India. [] The post BJP, ex-CM pay tribute to Manipur martyr at Indo-Pakistan Border appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Popular govt in Manipur in two months, says BJP MP
Popular govt in Manipur in two months, says BJP MP Imphal: BJPs lone Rajya Sabha member from Manipur, Maharaja Sanajaoba Leishemba, on Sunday expressed hope that a popular government would be formed in the state within the next two months. The Rajya Sabha member urged all political leaders to unite in dealing [] The post Popular govt in Manipur in two months, says BJP MP appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
Security forces arrested two cadres belonging to different outfits today Manipur Police Control Room said that the police arrested an active cadre of PREPAK, namely RK Johney Singh alias Nganba 25 of Top Khongnang Makhong, Imphal East from Porompat DC road, Imphal East PCR said he was involved in extortion of money from various shops, Govt officials and establishments The police said nine demand letters, one laptop used for extortion purposes, two mobile phones and Rs 5,500 were seized from his possession Police also arrested one cadre of KCP PWG today and another yesterday Source The Sangai Express
The Manipur Baptist Convention Centre Church Imphal celebrated Mother's Day at its Chingmeirong campus, gifting shawls to all the mothers in attendance Pastor Zuankamang Daimai led the Mother's Day observance, singing a hymn praising Lord Jesus The Children Ministry of the Church, on the other hand, performed a cultural item dedicated to every mother Source The Sangai Express
A BSF jawan from Manipur has been killed in cross border firing by Pakistani troops Constable Deepak Chingakham of 7 Bn, BSF sustained grievous injuries during cross border firing in Jammu on May 10 He was rushed to MH Satwari for medical treatment but he succumbed to the injuries today Born on January 15, 2000, Deepak Chingakham joined BSF as a Constable in 2021 He hailed from Yairipok Yambem Mathak Leikai, Imphal East He is survived by his mother, father and one brother Source The Sangai Express
Manipur: Kuki-Zo MLAs, CSOs to hold peace talks on May 19
Imphal: The Kuki-Zo MLAs of the Manipur Legislative Assembly have plans to hold talks with their Civil Social Organisations (CSOs) for the reinstallation of the new government in a significant development towards restoring peace and normalcy in the state. One Kuki legislator, on the condition of anonymity, said that all arrangements have been made for [] The post Manipur: Kuki-Zo MLAs, CSOs to hold peace talks on May 19 appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Manipur: 13 insurgents arrested across valley districts
Imphal: A joint team of civil police and central security forces arrested 13 insurgents belonging to five different outlawed outfits across multiple valley districts in Manipur. The operations, conducted over the past 36 hours, targeted vulnerable locations and led to the recovery of arms, ammunition, 13 communication devices, extorted money, two four-wheelers, and other incriminating [] The post Manipur: 13 insurgents arrested across valley districts appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Manipur: Four arrested for mobile snatching case worth Rs 5.5 lakh
Imphal: Manipur Police have arrested four individuals, including two teenagers, in connection with a mobile phone looting case involving items worth approximately RS 5.5 lakh. The arrests were made following intelligence inputs and a series of coordinated raids conducted by the Imphal West district police on Saturday. According to officials, the case pertains to the [] The post Manipur: Four arrested for mobile snatching case worth Rs 5.5 lakh appeared first on NorthEast Now .
11 Militants arrested for extortion in Manipur; arms and ammunition seized
IMPHAL: Eleven militants were arrested from different parts of Manipur on charges of extorting locals, police said on Sunday. The arrests were made from Imphal West, Kakching, Bishnupur and Thoubal districts on Saturday. Among those arrested were four cadres of the banned Kangleipak Communist Party (MC Progressive). Police recovered two pistols and 27 live rounds of ammunition from their possession. Security forces also seized additional arms and ammunition during the operations. Authorities said further investigations are underway.
Manipur police nabs NIAs most wanted suspect in Thoubal
Imphal: A special team of the Manipur Police has apprehended a most-wanted suspect listed by the National Investigation Agency (NIA). The arrest took place during a late-night operation on Saturday in the southern region of the insurgency-affected state. The arrested individual has been identified as 27-year-old Sagolshem Sanatomba Singh, a resident of Wangbal Maning Leikai [] The post Manipur police nabs NIAs most wanted suspect in Thoubal appeared first on NorthEast Now .
UCM raises concern over Indo-Myanmar border fencing, inaugurates new unit office Imphal Times
UCM raises concern over Indo-Myanmar border fencing, inaugurates new unit officeImphal Times
Rashtriya Kala Manch, Manipur organizes 2-Day Talent Hunt Competition at CAU Imphal Times
Rashtriya Kala Manch, Manipur organizes 2-Day Talent Hunt Competition at CAUImphal Times
Manipur: Three Militants Arrested In Imphal West, Firearms Recovered At Indo-Myanmar BorderNortheast Today
Manipur: UNLF-P and PLA cadres arrested for extortion
Imphal: Two members of the United National Liberation Front (Pambei), who are currently engaged in peace talks with the government, along with an activist from the banned Revolutionary Peoples Front (PLA/RPF), were arrested on Friday, according to the police. A joint operation by central and civil police led to the capture of the underground cadres [] The post Manipur: UNLF-P and PLA cadres arrested for extortion appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Manipur Congress Holds Tiranga Yatra In Imphal To Show Solidarity With Armed Forces, Condemn Terror AttackNortheast Today
Governor chairs review meeting on clean Imphal city campaign Imphal Times
Governor chairs review meeting on clean Imphal city campaignImphal Times
A Rare and Resolute Unity Imphal Times
A Rare and Resolute UnityImphal Times
Terrorism is Terrorism: There is no good or bad in Terrorism Imphal Times
Terrorism is Terrorism: There is no good or bad in TerrorismImphal Times
RIMS Imphal students allege harassment, abuse; demand directors removal Medical Dialogues
RIMS Imphal students allege harassment, abuse; demand directors removalMedical Dialogues
Manipur Congress takes out Jai Hind Yatra in Imphal Deccan Chronicle
Manipur Congress takes out Jai Hind Yatra in ImphalDeccan Chronicle
Manipur Congress takes out Jai Hind Yatra in Imphal
Assam CM appeals for cancelling Bihu festivities amid India-Pak tensions
Assam CM Himanta calls for end to Bihu functions; Manipur Congress takes out Jai Hind Yatra
GUWAHATI: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Friday called for the cancellation of remaining Rongali Bihu functions scheduled from May 10 onwards. No reason was cited for the cancellation, but the appeal understandably was made in light of the ongoing armed conflict between India and Pakistan over the Pahalgam terror attack . Over the past month, we have joyfully celebrated Bihu across Assam through numerous cultural events. I sincerely thank everyone for their enthusiastic participation and contributions, the Assam chief minister posted on X. However, the time has now come to conclude this festive season. I humbly appeal that all remaining Bihu functions scheduled from 10th May onwards be kindly cancelled. Let us bring this vibrant celebration to a graceful close, with the same unity and spirit in which it was celebrated, he further wrote. Rongali Bihu, also called Magh Bihu, is a spring festival that marks the Assamese New Year. The celebration begins mid-April and continues for over a month. Meanwhile, the Opposition Congress in ethnic violence-hit Manipur took out Jai Hind Yatra in the state capital Imphal on Friday to express its solidarity with the Indian armed forces, which are engaged in Operation Sindoor. The rally was taken out under the leadership of state Congress president Keisham Meghachandra Singh, legislature party leader and former Chief Minister Okram Ibobi Singh and Congress Working Committee member Gaikhangam which saw the participation of hundreds of Congress workers.
Shots fired at retired doctor's residence
Unknown miscreant s opened fire at the Uripok Khoisnam Leikai residence of RIMS Medicine retired doctor Konjengbam Ghanachandra on Thursday around 6 45 pm According to police, a bullet mark could be observed at the iron gate of Dr Ghanachandra and a casing recovered from near the gate A police team led by Imphal West SP Ksh Shivakanta made spot inspection of the crime scene A case has been registered at Imphal police station case in this regard, it added There is no report on who fired the shot and the reason thereof till the time of filing of this report Source Chronicle News Service
CRPF holds career counselling programme
The 66 Battalion CRPF on Thursday organised a career counselling programme at Kanan Devi Memorial School, Uripok, Imphal, to boost the morale of the students The programme witnessed active participation of students and teachers of the Kanan Devi Memorial School, said a release issued by CRPF During the programme, the Commandant of 66 Bn CRPF gave a presentation on how the students can progress in their career and establish themselves The Commandant also handed over gifts to the students who had scored good marks in their earlier exams and are presently studying in Class 10 12 in Kanan Devi Memorial School Source The Sangai Express
Coalition Against Drugs Alcohol CADA organised an academic awareness programme on the theme, Mayai Kaba Nishana Maheiroi Khunaida Piba Cheitheng at Keibi High School, Imphal East district today The programme was attended by CADA president Hijam Priyokumar, CADA Imphal East District Committee president Seram Tamna and Polem Radharani Chanu, Headmistress, Keibi High School as presidium members CADA secretary general Takhellambam Geetchandra Singh and CADA Imphal East District Committee vice president Nongthombam Medha also attended the programme as resource persons Source The Sangai Express
Manipur Governor meets Tangkhul Naga community to address tribal issues
Imphal: Governor of Manipur, Ajay Kumar Bhalla, met with representatives from the Tangkhul Naga community to discuss the challenges faced by tribals, particularly those residing in Ukhrul and Kamjong districts. The meeting followed a visit by a seven-member delegation from the Tangkhul Naga Long (TNL), the apex body of the Tangkhul Naga community, led by [] The post Manipur Governor meets Tangkhul Naga community to address tribal issues appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Shirui Lily Festival 2025: Governor Chairs Key Meeting, Special Bus Service from Imphal to Ukhrul AnnouncedNortheast Live
Manipur: RIMS Imphal Unrest Enters Day Two As Students Demand Ouster Of Top Officials Over Abusive RemarksNortheast Today
RIMS students continue protest for 2nd day, demand removal of Director, Dean and Sub DeanImphal Times
SUC Keibung, Meira Paibis condemns detention of Club President Imphal Times
SUC Keibung, Meira Paibis condemns detention of Club PresidentImphal Times
Manipur forces bust PLA hideout, seize weapons and explosives
Imphal: A temporary hideout, reportedly used by cadres of the proscribed Peoples Liberation Army (PLA), the armed wing of the banned Revolutionary Peoples Front (RPF), was dismantled during a joint operation by central and Manipur state forces on Wednesday. The intelligence-driven combing operation took place in the Gwarok hill range near Bengin village, under Nongpok [] The post Manipur forces bust PLA hideout, seize weapons and explosives appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Manipur police arrest two KCP cadres for extortion in Imphal West
Imphal: Manipur Police arrested two active members of the proscribed Kangleipak Communist Party (KCP) factions during separate operations in Imphal West district on Wednesday. The arrests were made as part of intensified efforts to curb militant-linked extortion activities in the region. In the first operation, Arambam Birkumar alias Kanba (47), an active cadre of the [] The post Manipur police arrest two KCP cadres for extortion in Imphal West appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Manipur Police Arrest Two Militants Involved In Extortion In Imphal West Northeast Today
Manipur Police Arrest Two Militants Involved In Extortion In Imphal WestNortheast Today
11 Naga tribes submit charter of demands to Manipur Governor
Imphal: 11 Naga tribes of the Chandel district of Manipur under the aegis of the Chandel Naga Peoples Organisation (CNPO) submitted a memorandum to the Governor of Manipur, Ajay Kumar Bhall, during his maiden visit to the Chandel district headquarters on Wednesday. The memorandum submitted by the president of the CNPO, D Thamdok Fracis, has [] The post 11 Naga tribes submit charter of demands to Manipur Governor appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Manipur: Mock drill conducted in Imphal to test emergency preparedness MSN
Manipur: Mock drill conducted in Imphal to test emergency preparednessMSN
3 Myanmar nationals deported from Manipur after serving jail terms
Imphal: Indian authorities comprising the Manipur police and Assam Rifles posted at Moreh, Indias gateway to the south east Asian countries, have deported 3 Myanmar nationals, who had entered the state of Manipur, India without valid documents. Officer-in-Charge of the Moreh Police station said that the deportation took place on Wednesday, around 11 am at [] The post 3 Myanmar nationals deported from Manipur after serving jail terms appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Manipur: Civil defence mock drill conducted across Imphal
Guwahati: In line with a nationwide initiative announced by the Central Government to enhance disaster readiness, the Imphal West district administration of Manipur conducted a large-scale state-level mock drill on Wednesday to strengthen civil defence preparedness across the city. The Central Government had directed all states and union territories to organize coordinated drills to assess [] The post Manipur: Civil defence mock drill conducted across Imphal appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Sambit Patra leaves Manipur without meeting 21 MLAs
Imphal: Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Northeast in-charge Sambit Patra concluded his two-day visit to Manipur on Tuesday, leaving for the national capital without meeting the 21 MLAs who had signed a letter calling for the formation of a popular government in the state. During his visit, Patra held important meetings with key political figures, including [] The post Sambit Patra leaves Manipur without meeting 21 MLAs appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Manipur: Weapons, and explosives seized in 36-hour search operations
Imphal: Security forces have recovered a large cache of arms, ammunition, explosives, and military-grade equipment during intelligence-based combing operations in Thoubal and Bishnupur districts of Manipur over the past 36 hours, officials confirmed on Tuesday. In Thoubal district, a cordon and search operation was carried out at Wangjing Tekcham under Thoubal Police Station by a [] The post Manipur: Weapons, and explosives seized in 36-hour search operations appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Manipur: Drug smuggler arrested with Rs 82 lakh heroin in Chandel
Imphal: Central security forces arrested a suspected drug smuggler and seized illegal drugs worth approximately Rs 82 lakh in Chandel district of Manipur near the Myanmar border. The operation, carried out by Assam Rifles under the direction of the Headquarters Inspector General of Assam Rifles (South), targeted a drug trafficking route from Moreh, Tengnoupal District. [] The post Manipur: Drug smuggler arrested with Rs 82 lakh heroin in Chandel appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Manipur: PLA cadre arrested, weapons seized
Imphal: Manipur Police on Monday successfully apprehended an active cadre belonging to the Peoples Liberation Army (PLA), the armed wing of the banned Revolutionary Peoples Front (PLA/RPF). The arrest occurred in the vicinity of Sawombung bridge in Sawombung Kabui Khunjao, an area falling under the Lamlai police station in Imphal-East District. The arrested individual has [] The post Manipur: PLA cadre arrested, weapons seized appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Security forces arrest 11 KCP militants, seize arms in Manipur
Imphal: Central and state forces arrested eleven cadres of various Maoist factions of the banned Kangleipak Communist Party (KCP) during a series of joint operations conducted across the Manipur valley in the past 24 hours. Officials reported that the forces recovered a cache of arms, ammunition, explosives, communication equipment, and vehicles used by the militants. [] The post Security forces arrest 11 KCP militants, seize arms in Manipur appeared first on NorthEast Now .
2 from West Bengal among 3 arrested for brutal killing in Manipur
Imphal: Manipur Police arrested two men from West Bengal and one from Manipur in connection with the brutal killing of a 39-year-old man from Singjamei Thokchom Leikai under Singjamei Police Station in Imphal West district. The arrested individuals have been identified as Khongbantabam Bishnachandra Singh (31) of Uripok Tourangbam Leikai, Imphal West; Suman Debnath (24); [] The post 2 from West Bengal among 3 arrested for brutal killing in Manipur appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Second Arrest Made in Manipur Football Academy Sexual Assault Case
HT Digital IMPHAL, MAY 6: Manipur police have arrested a second individual in connection with the ongoing investigation into multiple allegations of sexual assault at Mangal Football Academy, located in Khabam Lamkhai, Imphal East. The arrest, made on May 5, marks a significant development in a case that has sparked public outrage and renewed calls []
Supreme Court Questions Credibility of Report on Leaked Audio Involving Ex-Manipur CM
HT Digital IMPHAL, MAY 6: The Supreme Court on Monday raised serious concerns over the authenticity of a sealed cover report submitted by the Union government regarding leaked audio tapes allegedly involving former Manipur Chief Minister N. Biren Singh. The tapes purportedly contain admissions by Singh indicating that the ethnic violence in Manipur may have []
11 Cadres of Banned Outfits Arrested in Manipur During Crackdown
Security forces seize weapons, explosives in Imphal East, Kakching and Thoubal amid ongoing anti-insurgency operations
Manipur: BJPs Northeast in-charge Sambit Patra meets MLAs, civil society groups
Imphal: Amidst renewed calls for the restoration of a popular government in Manipur, BJP Northeast in-charge Sambit Patra conducted a series of crucial meetings with key political figures and civil society organizations in the state on Monday. Patras visit, which comes less than a week after 21 NDA MLAs urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi and [] The post Manipur: BJPs Northeast in-charge Sambit Patra meets MLAs, civil society groups appeared first on NorthEast Now .
BJPs Sambit Patra meets ex-Manipur CM Biren Singh party MLAs in Imphal theweek.in
BJP's Sambit Patra meets ex-Manipur CM Biren Singh party MLAs in Imphaltheweek.in
Imphal: Sambit Patra leaves after meeting Manipur Speaker #Gallery Social News XYZ
Imphal: Sambit Patra leaves after meeting Manipur Speaker #GallerySocial News XYZ
Sambit Patra visits Manipur amid growing call for installation of popular government'
GUWAHATI: Days after the 21 ruling NDA legislators of Manipur had written to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah demanding the installation of a 'popular government', BJPs Northeast in-charge Sambit Patra arrived in the state on May 5. After landing at the Imphal airport, he visited Kuki-majority Churachandpur. He met BJP MLAs Vungzagin Valte and LM Khaute. Notably, Valte survived a mob attack in Imphal on May 4, 2023 following the outbreak of the ethnic violence. Patra reportedly held separate meetings with Khaute, besides the leaders of Zomi Students Federation, Kuki Zo Council and Zomi Council in Churachandpur. However, what transpired there is unknown. Following his return to Imphal, he met former Chief Minister N Biren Singh at the latters residence. He then met Assembly Speaker Thokchom Satyabrata before checking into a hotel. It is not immediately known if he will meet other MLAs. In their letters to Modi and Shah, the 21 NDA MLAs had stated the people of Manipur welcomed Presidents rule, imposed on February 13, with a lot of expectations but even after more than two and a half months, there were no visible actions to restore peace and normalcy. There is a strong apprehension among the common people that the violence may recur. Many civil society organisations have come out openly against the imposition of Presidents rule. They have been demanding the installation of a popular government in the state, the MLAs wrote jointly. These organisations have started organising public rallies, street corner meetings, instigating the general public, blaming the ruling MLAs for not staking a claim to form a popular government and fixing responsibility for imposition of Presidents rule in Manipur, they further wrote. They added peace and normalcy in the State could be restored only through the installation of a popular government.
Manipur Governor stresses timely completion of Highway projects
Imphal: Manipur Governor Ajay Kumar Balla on Monday emphasized the importance of timely completion of national highway projects, particularly in the states seven hill districts. Chairing a review meeting at the Raj Bhavan in Imphal, the Governor closely monitored the progress of ongoing national highway projects across Manipur. The Governor stressed the need for efficient [] The post Manipur Governor stresses timely completion of Highway projects appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Manipur: Special drive nets 200 two-wheelers with faulty papers
Imphal: Manipur Police launched a special drive on Sunday in Imphal East district to target two-wheelers with incomplete documents and traffic rule violations, officials said. During the operation, police detained over 200 two-wheelers for lacking proper documentation and sent them to the respective police stations for verification and possible seizure. Officials explained that the drive [] The post Manipur: Special drive nets 200 two-wheelers with faulty papers appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Telangana youth scales Manipurs highest peak to spread message against drug abuse, betting apps
Imphal: A 20-year-old mountaineer from Telangana scaled Manipurs highest peak Mount Iso also known as Mount Tempu in Senapati district to spread the message against drug abuse and betting apps. Bhukya Yashwanth, a B Com student in Telangana said in the last 10 days he has climbed Betlingchhip (Thaidawr), the highest peak in Tripura, Mount 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 .
Manipur: Football coach arrested for sexually assaulting boys
Guwahati: Manipur Police on Sunday afternoon arrested a 45-year-old man for allegedly sexually assaulting trainees at the Mangal Football Academy at Khabam Lamkhai in Imphal East district. The arrested individual, identified as Nongthombam Mangalsana Meetei (45), a resident of Kontha Khabam Maning Leikai under the Heingang police station in the same district, operates the Mangal [] The post Manipur: Football coach arrested for sexually assaulting boys appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Police arrest two more in Ganja seizure case
Police have arrested two more persons in connection with seizure of 274 8 Kg of Ganja and arrest two persons on April 29 at Patsoi, Imphal West The fresh arrests were made on May 2 The two who have been arrested have been identified as Leishangthem Ratan Meitei 50 of Khonghampat Mayai Leikai and Seram Arunjit Meitei alias Biju of Pungdongbam Makha Leikai, said the police Source The Sangai Express
Unknown persons suspected to be members of an underground outfit planted a hand grenade in front of the Princeton International School gate at Kshetri Awang Leikai, under Porompat police station, Imphal East this morning Sources said locals of the area came across the explosive, and informed the police After receiving information, a team of Porompat police station rushed to the spot Later, a State bomb expert team recovered the explosive from the spot and detonated it safely at Awa Ching at around 8 am Porompat police have registered a case for investigation Source The Sangai Express
Manipur: Joint operation nets arms cache, disrupts militant activity
Imphal: A joint search operation at the inter-districts of Churachandpur and Bishnupur led to the recovery of a cache of weapons, including arms, explosives, different types of ammunition, and radio sets, disrupting militant and anti-social activities on Sunday morning, an official said. According to the official, the joint team comprising the Indian Army, 5 Sikh [] The post Manipur: Joint operation nets arms cache, disrupts militant activity appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Manipur: Sambit Patra to visit Imphal amid govt formation push
Guwahati: BJPs Northeast in-charge and Member of Parliament Sambit Patra will visit Imphal on May 5, 2025, for a high-stakes meeting with BJP legislators from Manipur amid a government formation push in the state, sources confirmed on Sunday. According to the sources, Patras visit follows a formal appeal by 21 BJP MLAs urging the partys [] The post Manipur: Sambit Patra to visit Imphal amid govt formation push appeared first on NorthEast Now .
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Manipur Speaker hints at new government to end Presidents rule
Imphal: Manipur Speaker Thokchom Satyabrata said the state could see the reinstallation of a new popular government within weeks to end the ongoing Presidents Rule and restore peace. Speaking to media persons on the sidelines of an event in Imphal East district on Sunday, Satyabrata revealed that he had recently met Manipur Governor Ajay Kumar [] The post Manipur Speaker hints at new government to end Presidents rule appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Manipur: 2 KCP-PWG, 1 UNLF-K arrested for extortion in Imphal
Imphal: The Anti-Exortion Unit of the Manipur Police Commandos arrested three underground cadres involved in ruthless extortion activities in the valley districts in separate operations during the past 36 hours. One four-wheeler and a communication device used in anti-social activities were recovered from their possession, the police reported on Sunday. According to police, the team [] The post Manipur: 2 KCP-PWG, 1 UNLF-K arrested for extortion in Imphal appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Manipur: Weapons confiscated for gun salutes in Kangpokpi district
Imphal: Manipur police, with the assistance of the central security forces, conducted serial raidsat the suspected locations in connection with the gun salute incident at Saikul in Kangpokpi district on Saturday. A police report stated that 5 single-barrel guns and camouflage uniforms had been seized, though no arrests were made during the operations. These followed [] The post Manipur: Weapons confiscated for gun salutes in Kangpokpi district appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Manipur: 4 alleged smugglers arrested, Assam-bound vehicle seized
Imphal: Manipur Police, in yet another renewed effort, have arrested four persons in connection with the seizure of 274.8 kg of contraband ganja in front of the Patsoi police station in the jurisdiction of the Imphal West district. The police report that Leishangthem Ratan Meitei (50) of Khongampat Mayai Leikai, Imphal West District, and Seram [] The post Manipur: 4 alleged smugglers arrested, Assam-bound vehicle seized appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Manipur: Drugs hidden in 418 soap cases worth Rs 48.7 cr seized
Imphal: Central security forces, in a joint coordination with the Manipur police personnel, apprehended an alleged drug smuggler and recovered contraband drugs worth around Rs 48.7 crores in the international clandestine drug den. This was stated in a press statement issued by the Manipur police in the morning bulletin on Sunday. Based on the input [] The post Manipur: Drugs hidden in 418 soap cases worth Rs 48.7 cr seized appeared first on NorthEast Now .
India: Manipur unveils first ropeway in Imphal East, connecting foothills to Marjing Polo ComplexWion
Two years of Manipur conflict: Thousands wait to go home
IMPHAL, May 3: From running a successful business to no income and three children to support, G Kipgen is waiting to return to his home in Imphal amidst a sense of despair. But he is not alone, there are many like him. The devastating impact of the ethnic conflict that rocked Manipur two years ago []
