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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
The Union Government on Friday informed the Supreme Court that an audio recording purportedly implicating former Manipur Chief Minister N. Biren Singh in the 2023 ethnic violence had been manipulated and could not be relied upon, citing the findings of a forensic examination conducted by the National Forensic Sciences University (NFSU), Gandhinagar. The submission was [] The post Supreme Court told purported audio linking Biren Singh to Manipur Violence was tampered with appeared first on India
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
Imphal, May 19: Church leaders have accelerated their peace mission to alleviate growing ethnic tensions between the Naga and Kuki communities in Manipur. This initiative comes a day after a meeting with Chief Minister N. Biren Singh. On Tuesday, a 10-member delegation of church leaders arrived in the Naga-dominated Senapati district. They engaged in discussions ... Read more Church Leaders Intensify Peace Mission Amid Rising Ethnic Tensions in Manipur
Imphal, May 19: Amid escalating tensions between the Kuki and Naga communities in Manipur, church leaders have launched significant peace restoration initiatives. Chief Minister N. Biren Singh praised this effort, stating that the active involvement of church leaders could play a crucial role in normalizing the situation. The unrest intensified following an attack on May ... Read more Church Leaders Initiate Peace Efforts Amidst Tensions in Manipur
Imphal, May 19: Amid escalating tensions between the Kuki and Naga communities in Manipur, church leaders have launched a significant peace initiative. Chief Minister N. Biren Singh praised this effort, stating that the active involvement of church leaders could play a crucial role in normalizing the situation. On May 13, unidentified militants opened fire in ... Read more Church Leaders Initiate Peace Efforts Amid Rising Tensions Between Kuki and Naga Communities in Manipur
More than 260 people were killed and thousands displaced since the ethnic violence broke out between the Imphal valley-based Meitei and neighbouring hills-based Kuki communities in May 2023.
Imphal, April 27: The opposition Congress party in Manipur has sharply criticized Chief Minister N. Biren Singh. They claim that linking the National Register of Citizens (NRC) process with the census has caused confusion among the public. Hareeshwar Goswami, Vice President of the Manipur Pradesh Congress Committee, condemned the Chief Ministers recent statements regarding the ... Read more Manipur Congress Criticizes Chief Minister Over NRC Confusion
Imphal, April 26: Manipur Chief Minister N. Biren Singh has urged the families of two children killed in a bombing in Bishnupur district to accept their bodies, which have been in the morgue for 19 days. On April 7, a powerful bomb was thrown at their home in Tronglaobi village while the victims were asleep. ... Read more Manipur CM Appeals to Families to Accept Bodies of Children Killed in Bomb Attack
Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh is engaging in talks with local representatives to address the state's current challenges. He emphasizes dialogue as the path to peace, acknowledging the hardships faced by daily wage earners and students.
Imphal, April 22: Authorities reported that life in Manipurs Imphal Valley and Naga-dominated hill areas remained severely disrupted due to various bandh calls on Wednesday. Despite appeals from Chief Minister N. Biren Singh and Home Minister K. Govindas Singh, protesting groups continued their demonstrations, impacting normal activities in 12 out of the states 16 districts. ... Read more Manipurs Valley and Hill Districts Disrupted by Multiple Bandh Calls
Imphal, April 20: Manipur Chief Minister N. Biren Singh urged citizens to maintain peace and cooperation during a recent event. He emphasized that strikes and disruptions significantly impact daily wage earners and the general public. Thus, fostering social harmony is a collective responsibility. The Chief Minister made these remarks while unveiling a memorial stone in ... Read more Manipur CM Commemorates WWII Victims and Calls for Peace
Imphal, April 18: The Manipur government has strongly condemned an attack by militants in Ukhrul district that resulted in the deaths of two innocent civilians. The incident occurred around 2:30 PM on Saturday when suspected militants targeted five vehicles traveling on the Imphal-Ukhrul road near TM Kasom village. Chief Minister N. Biren Singh described the ... Read more Manipur Chief Minister Condemns Attack in Ukhrul, Promises NIA Investigation
Imphal, April 16: Manipur Chief Minister N. Biren Singh launched four digital platforms on Thursday aimed at enhancing governance and service delivery in the state. According to an official from the Chief Ministers Office (CMO), the platforms include a Centralized RTI State Portal, e-Seba Manipur, Explore Manipur, and an AI-based Scheme Finder, all developed by ... Read more Manipur Chief Minister Launches Four Digital Platforms for Smart Governance
Imphal, April 14: Manipur Chief Minister N. Biren Singh visited the construction site of the Imphal Railway Station in the West Imphal district on Tuesday. During this visit, he reviewed the progress of the highly anticipated 111-kilometer Jiribam-Tupul-Imphal railway project. An official from the Chief Ministers Office (CMO) stated that the Chief Minister was briefed ... Read more Manipur Chief Minister Reviews Progress of Imphal-Jiribam Rail Project