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Digital Desk | Imphal, Sep 21 (IANS) A 17-year-old boy was shot dead by suspected militants in Manipur's Tamenglong district on Monday, police said. A police official in Imphal said that the Naga youth, identified as N.K. Wiphenbou was walking alone from Upper Nkou village to Tamei town when he was attacked by the suspected militants. According to the official, Naga village volunteers subsequently found the body of the slain youth along a narrow path in the hilly village. Chief Minister Yumnam K
In light of recent violence in Manipur, Chief Minister N. Biren Singh convenes a high-level security meeting to address law and order. Manipur Chief Minister Leads Security Meeting Amid Rising Violence
Digital Desk | Imphal, Sep 13 (IANS) At least four Kuki community people, including two women, were killed in separate suspected militant attacks in Manipur's Tamenglong and Noney districts on Sunday, police said. Two persons, including a woman, were killed in an attack at Tollen Kuki village under Kaimai Police Station in Tamenglong district, while two others, including a woman, were shot dead at Longpi village under Nungba Police Station in Noney district, police officials said. At Tollen vill
Digital Desk | Seraikela (Jharkhand), Sep 11 (IANS) The security forces in Jharkhand have recovered a huge cache of arms and ammunition, including 317 live cartridges and an improvised explosive device (IED), during an anti-Naxal operation in Seraikela-Kharsawan district, police said on Friday. The recovery was made during a joint search operation conducted by the district police and the Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) in forested areas under the Kuchai and Chandil police station limits. The operation
Former Manipur CM N. Biren Singh mourns the death of renowned music teacher Chongtham Vikram Singh, urging swift justice in the case. Former Manipur CM Expresses Grief Over Death of Music Teacher in Delhi
Accused are engaged in packaging and delivering food and are aged between 15 and 36, police said; former Manipur Chief Minister N. Biren Singh said he was deeply saddened by the incident
Manipur Chief Minister Y Khemchand Singh on Wednesday said the Centre deferred the conduct of the Census in the state as per the wishes of the people. Singh made the remarks on the inaugural day of the eighth session of the current Manipur Assembly. The CM, addressing the House, said, In August 2022, the then chief minister N Biren Singh moved a resolution that NRC (National Register of Citizens) should be carried out in Manipur and a letter was subsequently sent to the Ministry of Home Affairs
New Delhi, August 30: Manipur Chief Minister N. Biren Singh has appealed to all sections of society to refrain from calling for bandhs or blockades to express their grievances. He emphasized that such actions can lead to unwanted violent incidents. Instead, he encouraged citizens to adopt more democratic forms of protest. Before departing for New ... Read more Manipur Chief Minister Urges Peaceful Protests Instead of Bandh Calls
Imphal, August 25: Manipurs Chief Minister, N. Biren Singh, expressed gratitude on Tuesday to the Naga and Kuki communities. He acknowledged their cooperation in ensuring uninterrupted interstate public transport services along the Imphal-Dimapur-Guwahati National Highway-2 (NH-2). While addressing the 45th Hawker Day ceremony in Heing Khongbal, the Chief Minister highlighted the importance of the support ... Read more Manipurs Chief Minister Thanks Naga and Kuki Communities for Smooth Public Tr
Biren Singh said he informed Amit Shah about the people's appeal for the conduct of the NRC that was taken up by my government in February 2023
Imphal, August 14: Manipur Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla stated on Friday that the Partition of 1947 was not merely a division of land, but a profound human tragedy that inflicted suffering, loss of life, and displacement on millions. Chief Minister N. Biren Singh emphasized that countless lives were lost and significant property damage occurred due ... Read more Partition of 1947: A Human Tragedy, Says Manipur Governor
Petitioner-NGO says earlier tests had shown a 93% match linking the audio clips to the former Chief Minister; plea alleges the leader was involved in the ethnic violence in which over 250 people were killed
Imphal, August 7: Manipur Chief Minister N. Biren Singh highlighted the significant role of women in the states handloom sector during the 12th National Handloom Day celebration at the Imphal Convention Centre. He noted that approximately 95% of handloom producers in the state are women, with men comprising the remaining 5%. The event was attended ... Read more Manipur Chief Minister Praises Womens Role in Handloom Sector
The bench observed that since the latest NFSU report had now been filed, both sides should be given an opportunity to study and address its contents
Imphal, August 5: Manipur Chief Minister N. Biren Singh met with the Inspector General of the Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP), Klay Khongsai, on Wednesday to discuss issues related to internal security, law enforcement, and civil-military action programs in the state. A senior official from the Chief Ministers Office (CMO) reported that during the meeting held ... Read more Manipur Chief Minister Discusses Internal Security with ITBP IG
Imphal, August 4: Manipurs Chief Minister, N. Biren Singh, emphasized on Tuesday that premier educational institutions like the National Institute of Technology (NIT) will play a crucial role in fulfilling Prime Minister Narendra Modis vision for a developed India. He stated that these institutions are vital in preparing skilled human resources, fostering innovation, and accelerating ... Read more NITs Role in Realizing Indias Vision of Development, Says Manipur CM
Imphal, July 11: Manipur Chief Minister N. Biren Singh reiterated on Saturday that the BJP-led state government is taking all necessary measures to ensure justice in the abduction and murder of six Naga citizens in Kangpokpi district nearly two months ago. The Chief Minister emphasized the governments commitment to justice regarding the incident that occurred ... Read more Manipur Government Committed to Justice for Six Naga Citizens Killed: Chief Minister
Imphal, June 23: Manipurs Chief Minister, N. Biren Singh, announced on Monday that the summer vacation for schools in the state has been reduced from the usual three weeks to just one week. This decision comes in light of the current law and order situation in the region. The Chief Minister stated that the aim ... Read more Manipur Reduces Summer Vacation in Schools Amid Security Concerns
The protesters demanded action against those responsible for the killings; they briefly intensified their chants when the convoy of former CM N Biren Singh passed through the North AOC area during the rally
Imphal, June 9: Manipur Chief Minister N. Biren Singh announced on Tuesday that the government is committed to providing quality healthcare services by ensuring skilled human resources, modern infrastructure, and advanced medical technology in both the Imphal Valley and hilly areas. While flagging off 13 mobile medical units from the Health Services Directorate in Lamphal ... Read more Manipur Launches 13 Mobile Medical Units to Enhance Healthcare in Hilly Regions
Imphal, May 30: In response to global conditions, the Manipur government has made significant decisions regarding fuel conservation and cost-cutting measures. A senior official from the Chief Ministers Office (CMO) reported that a cabinet meeting chaired by Chief Minister N. Biren Singh at the Civil Secretariat in Ministerpukhri focused on several crucial decisions aimed at ... Read more Manipur Government Announces Fuel Conservation and Cost-Cutting Measures
Imphal, May 28: Manipur Chief Minister N. Biren Singh announced on Thursday that security forces have apprehended four suspects in connection with the kidnapping of six Naga civilians. The state government is treating this case with utmost seriousness and is conducting extensive search operations to ensure the safe return of the abducted individuals. The Chief ... Read more Four Suspects Arrested in Kidnapping of Six Naga Civilians, Says Manipur CM