Manipur Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla led the 10th State Level NCORD meeting, emphasizing enhanced coordination among law enforcement and security agencies. The session reviewed drug trafficking trends and illicit cultivation, with directives issued to accelerate plantation destruction, improve prosecution, and integrate supply and demand reduction strategies.
Kuki-Zo MLAs say no decision taken about joining popular government in Manipur
The statement came after a section of media, on Monday (November 17, 2025) reported that all the 10 Kuki-Zo MLAs have decided to join a popular government in place of the existing President's rule
Manipur: Security forces nab 4 militants, seize major cache of arms and explosives
Among the arrested is dreaded militant Koijam Ibochouba alias Inao alias Sumo, police confirmed.
RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat begins two-day Assam visit, to travel to Manipur next
RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat is on a two-day visit to Assam as part of the organization's centenary celebrations. He will engage with intellectuals and young minds, and address a citizens' meet on Tuesday. Bhagwat will then proceed to Manipur on November 20 for similar outreach programs.
Manipuri craftsmanship takes centre stage with Sonam Kapoor`s latest attire
Sonam Kapoor turns heads in a striking red, black and white Manipuri attire that brings the state`s rich craftsmanship and artisanal heritage to light
Self-styled 'Major' among four arrested in Manipur; huge cache of arms seized
A senior police official said that Koijam lbochouba is the self-styled 'Major' of the People's Liberation Army (PLA) and its sister outfit Revolutionary People's Front (RPF), and he was a wanted insurgent in connection with the 2017 Ambush on Assam Rifles at Sajik Tampak in Chandel district, the official said.
Meghalaya in control on Day 1 against Manipur
Ranji Trophy By Our Reporter Shillong, Nov 16: Meghalayas two guest professionals, Rahul Dalal and Ajay Duhan, both made centuries on the first day of their Ranji Trophy 2025-26 plate group match against Manipur in Surat on Sunday. Rahul bludgeoned 151 from 146 balls in an innings that included 23 fours and three sixes, while []
Nagaland CM calls for popular government in Manipur, Naga issue resolution
In an interview with ET, Neiphiu Rio said he founded the NPF and later the NDPP and the two parties merged to work for early resolution of the Naga political issue. The one common agenda of the Opposition-less government is that the Naga issue be resolved amicably, Rio said.
Security forces clear 25 acres of illegal poppy fields in Manipurs Kangpokpi district
Security forces in Manipur's Kangpokpi district have destroyed approximately 25 acres of illegal poppy cultivation. This joint operation, involving Assam Rifles, CRPF, and Manipur Police, dealt a significant blow to drug networks by preventing the yield of over 170 kg of opium. The crackdown underscores efforts to foster a drug-free Northeast and promote regional stability.
SGPC considers ban on lone women in Pakistan pilgrimage groups after devotee goes missing
CHANDIGARH: The Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC) is considering barring lone women from joining pilgrimage groups (jathas) to Pakistan after 48-year-old Sarabjeet Kaur, a devotee from Punjab, went missing during a recent pilgrimage. Kaur reportedly converted to Islam, adopted the name Noor Hussain, and married Nasir Hussain of Sheikhupura soon after entering Pakistan. Police and SGPC officials later confirmed that she has three cheating and fraud cases registered against her in Punjab. Kaur was part of a 1,932-member jatha that crossed the Attari-Wagah border on November 4 for Guru Nanak Devs 556th birth anniversary celebrations. When the group returned on November 13, she was missing. An 18-second video circulating on social media shows Kaur stating before a magistrate that she had known Nasir for nine years, loved him, and was willingly converting and marrying him. I am currently divorced and willingly marrying him, she says. The clip has not been independently verified, though Pakistani media reported that the nikah took place on November 5. Following the incident, SGPC secretary Partap Singh said this was the second such case, citing the 2018 instance of Kiran Bala, now Amna Bibi, who also stayed back in Pakistan after converting to Islam and marrying there. He said the SGPC had initially objected to Kaur travelling alone but allowed her after she produced recommendations from her village sarpanch and nambardar. Singh blamed central agencies for failing to detect that Kaur was already in contact with a Pakistani national. It is a failure of the agencies that they did not sense she was already in contact with a Pakistani national and that her visit was pre-planned, he said. Singh also added that Kaur has hurt the religious sentiments of the Sikh community and brought a bad name to the pilgrimage process. Woman pilgrim goes missing in Pakistan after Guru Nanak birth anniversary visit Police investigations revealed that Kaurs criminal background included three fraud and cheating cases in Bathinda and Kapurthala, while her sons, Lovejot Singh and Navjot Singh, had nine cases of fraud, assault and cheating registered against them in Kapurthala, Sultanpur Lodhi and Kabirpur. Officials said Kaur listed a permanent address in Malout on her passport, but did not provide her citizenship or passport number on her Pakistan visa immigration form. Her husband has been living in the United Kingdom for over fifteen years, and her sons were reportedly not on talking terms with her. Kapurthala SSP Gaurav Toora said police have met Kaurs sons, visited her village in Amanipur, and are coordinating with central agencies to understand her motives for visiting Pakistan. Gurinder Kaur, who headed the jatha, immediately informed SGPC member from Sultanpur Lodhi, Gurpreet Kaur, and asked her to visit Kaurs house in Amanipur. Gurpreet, who had recommended Sarabjeet Kaurs name, said she had recommended ten pilgrims in total. SGPC officials said the incident has hurt religious sentiments and brought disrepute to the pilgrimage process, prompting the body to reconsider allowing lone women to join jathas travelling to Pakistan.
Security forces destroy poppy plantations in over 470 acres in Manipur
GUWAHATI: Security forces in Manipur destroyed poppy plantations in over 470 acres of land during multiple joint operations carried out in two hill districts over the past few days. A joint team of police, Assam Rifles and Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) destroyed poppy plantations in around 20 acres of land at Loibol Khullen village under New Keithelmanbi police station in Kangpokpi district on Saturday. Two sacks of salt packets found at the plantation site were seized, while spray pumps, pipes, herbicides etc, used in cultivation were destroyed and burnt. A statement from the defence ministry said the operation was launched based on intelligence regarding illicit poppy cultivation. Conducted under challenging terrain and adverse weather conditions, the operation highlights the unwavering efforts of Assam Rifles to curb illicit narcotics cultivation and dismantle the financial networks that fuel insurgency and other anti-national activities, the statement said. It added that the successful operation reaffirmed the Assam Rifles commitment to a drug-free Northeast and to promoting long-term peace, stability and socio-economic development in the region. In another operation in the district the same day, a joint team of police, CRPF and forest officials destroyed poppy plantations spread over about 20 acres in the Kotlen hill ranges. Five huts were burnt down, and three bags of fertiliser, two roundup herbicides and two bags of salt were destroyed. Security forces carried out extensive poppy plantation destruction also in the hill ranges of Somdal, Lamlai Chingfei and Litan in Ukhrul district in collaboration with other government agencies from November 11 to 15. Poppy plantations around 436 acres of land were destroyed, and 51 huts found at the sites were burnt down, the police said.
Manipur Govt. Seeks Aviation Ministrys Intervention to Curb Soaring Airfares
The additional chief secretary Manipur Anurag Bajpai met secretary ministry pf civil aviation in New Delhi recently to apprise him about the hardship faced by the people in Manipur due to soaring airfare
Manipur: Poppy plantation in over 470 acres destroyed
A joint team of Manipur Police, Assam Rifles and CRPF destroyed poppy plantations in over 20 acres of land at Loibol Khullen village in Kangpokpi district on Saturday
Destruction of illegal poppy fields intensified in Manipur
The security forces have destroyed plants, huts, and equipment on 476 acres in five days of operation in Kangpokpi and Ukhrul districts
Manipur police are warning the public about a video circulating online. The video shows armed militants in Myanmar and claims they are moving towards Manipur. Police state that sharing such content can cause fear and panic. They assure citizens that security forces are on high alert, especially in border areas.
Manipur Police Arrest Two People From Assam With 18.2 Kg Opium
Two people from Kamrup, Assam were arrested in Senapati, Manipur after 18.2 kg of opium was seized. Security forces continue operations amid ongoing ethnic violence since May 2023.
More than 18kg of opium seized in Manipur; two from Assam held
The contraband was seized in the presence of a magistrate and independent witnesses, a senior officer said
Undo 2003 NDA blunder with Kuki tribe classification, BJP told
The Thadou Inpi Manipur seeks deletion of AKT category from Manipur ST list
Woman pilgrim goes missing in Pakistan after Guru Nanak birth anniversary visit
CHANDIGARH: A woman Sikh devotee has gone missing in Pakistan after travelling as part of the 1,932-member Indian Sikh jatha that crossed into the neighbouring country via AttariWagah on 4 November to attend the 556th birth anniversary of Guru Nanak. Sources said the group of Sikh devotees returned to India yesterday, with 1,922 pilgrims accounted for, as eight members of the jatha, including Akal Takht officiating Jathedar Kuldip Singh Gargaj, had returned earlier on 9 November. However, Sarbjit Kaur, hailing from Amanipur village in Kapurthala district, did not return and went missing from the group. She did not mention her citizenship and passport number in the immigration form, raising concerns about her disappearance. It is learnt that her name was reportedly not found in the immigration records while exiting Pakistan nor in the records for re-entry into India. State and central agencies are now looking into the matter. Authorities are trying to trace her previous links to determine how, and through what means, she went missing inside Pakistan. It is also learnt that agencies are trying to trace her family members and have approached the Ministry of External Affairs and the Pakistan High Commission in Delhi. Meanwhile, the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee confirmed that Kaur was part of the devotees who crossed into the neighbouring country through the AttariWagah Integrated Check Post. Meanwhile, another devotee who was part of the group, 67-year-old Sukhwinder Singh from Chawke village in Bathinda district, died due to cardiac arrest at Gujranwala in Pakistan on 10 November. Earlier, at least 14 Hindu pilgrims who were part of the jatha were denied entry by Pakistan authorities at the Wagah border check post. These pilgrims, who had Indian passports but were of Pakistan origin, were then sent back, said people privy to the information. The jatha visited Gurdwara Panja Sahib in Hasan Abdal, Gurdwara Sacha Sauda in Farooqabad, and Gurdwara Darbar Sahib Kartarpur before it returned to India on 13 November. The Pakistani government had granted visas to 2,150 Indian Sikh devotees to attend the 10-day festival marking the 556th birth anniversary of Guru Nanak.
No, This Video Doesnt Show Weapons Being Found Inside a Mosque in Manipur
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National Tribal Film Festival kicks off in Manipur
Festival to feature films from nine states including Mlaya The four-day National Tribal Film Festival and Carnival began in Imphal on Wednesday, showcasing 23 tribal films from nine states and celebrating Indias diverse tribal heritage through cinema and culture. Manipurs Additional Chief Secretary Anurag Bajpai said the festival, organised as part of the celebration of []
32 Bikers And Locals Clash In Kuki Village In Manipur; Incident Not Communal, Say Cops
A group of bikers and locals clashed after an altercation over dangerous driving and noise at a village of the Kuki tribe in Manipur's Ukhrul district, the police said.
BJP leaders visit to Manipur sparks speculation over government formation
GUWAHATI: Speculation is rife in ethnic violence-hit Manipur over the possible formation of a new government, with the state remaining under Presidents Rule since 13 February this year. The buzz was triggered by the sudden visit of BJP national general secretary (organisation) B.L. Santhosh and the partys Northeast coordinator Sambit Patra to the state. The two leaders arrived in Imphal on Wednesday for a two-day visit, following demands from BJP legislators for the formation of a popular government. A BJP legislator said the two central leaders had come to guide the states leadership in the run-up to the Assembly elections, which are scheduled to be held in early 2027. They interacted with different groups of people and party MLAs. They came to guide us so that we perform well in the 2027 elections, the BJP legislator said, requesting anonymity. They said with conviction that the government will be formed and asked us to remove any other notion that we may have. They said we will go to elections with our own government, the MLA further stated. He, however, added that he had no idea when the government would be formed. The legislator dismissed media reports suggesting that Santhosh and Patras visit was aimed at reaching a consensus on the chief ministerial candidate. There was no discussion at all on the matter, he said. During their visit, Santhosh and Patra also interacted with eminent personalities in Imphal on Wednesday before travelling to Kuki-majority Churachandpur and Naga-majority Senapati districts on Thursday. In Churachandpur, they met party leaders and visited a relief camp where they distributed relief materials to internally displaced persons and interacted with children. In Senapati, they attended a meeting with village chiefs and members of the Development Council of the Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Group, where local BJP leaders were also present. Manipur was placed under Presidents Rule after the BJP failed to reach a consensus on a successor to N. Biren Singh, who had resigned as Chief Minister on 9 February. His resignation came just a day before his government was due to face a no-confidence motion and a floor test. The resignation followed nearly two years of ethnic violence that began in May 2023 and left the state internally divided. Over 260 people have been killed and around 60,000 others displaced since the unrest began. A large majority of the displaced continue to stay in relief camps. Singhs resignation came amid mounting pressure from the Opposition, which had been demanding his removal over his alleged failure to restore peace in the state.
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Central BJP leaders Santhosh and Patra in Imphal to assess political, ground situation in Manipur
Last month, 26 BJP MLAs, including Biren Singh, had met Santhosh and Patra in New Delhi and urged the party leadership to install a popular government in Manipur, expressing readiness to resume governance as a united team. Former Chief Minister Biren Singh, who resigned on February 9, just four days before Presidents Rule was imposed, recently said that all BJP legislators in Manipur remain united in their efforts to form a popular government in the state.
New Govt In The Works? BJP Dispatches Top Leaders To Manipur For Crucial Talks
According to party sources, BL Santhosh and Sambit Patra may hold separate meetings with MLAs hailing from the hills and the valley
BJP Leader BL Santoshs Manipur Visit Fuels Talk of Restoring Elected Govt
Central leadership begins groundwork to assess feasibility of reviving popular government amid ethnic tensions and Presidents Rule
Woman among four militants arrested in Manipur
Two active cadres of the banned People's Liberation Army involved in extortion, were arrested from Dibong Sanakhong area in Jiribam district, police said
Manipur Administration Begins Identifying Safe Zones For Displaced Families | Exclusive
The issue of internally displaced people remains one of the most critical challenges in Manipur
Meghalaya pip Manipur by 1 wicket in last over thriller
State A Trophy By Our Reporter Shillong, Nov 11: Meghalaya won their second one day match in a row in the U-23 mens State A Trophy 2025-26 plate group by one wicket against Manipur in Mohali on Tuesday. Set a target of 193 to win, Meghalayas last batting pair got the required runs in the []
MHA releases Rs 900 crore helicopter subsidy scheme for north-eastern states
NEW DELHI: The Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has released a little over Rs 900 crore for seven north-eastern states under the helicopter subsidy scheme for the financial years in the period from 2015-16 to 2024-25, officials said on Monday. They said that as part of the scheme to provide connectivity to remote areas of the north-eastern states, the helicopter subsidy is being administered by the MHA. The states include Arunachal Pradesh, Meghalaya, Nagaland, Sikkim, Tripura, Mizoram and Manipur. The scheme aims to provide affordable passenger transport in the north-eastern region of the country and assistance is given for evacuation during natural calamities and for urgent medical evacuation. The MHA will bear 75% of the total cost of operation after deducting passenger recovery or a flat 20 percent of the actual operation cost, whichever is more, according to a policy note issued by the North East Division of MHA. For the purpose of restricting the subsidy, the MHA has also fixed an annual ceiling on the flying hours for the seven eligible states. Giving the break for each financial year, the officials said Rs 76.45 crore is given for 2015-16, Rs 86 crore for 2016-17, Rs 86 crore for 2017-18, Rs 90 crore for 2018-19, Rs 100 crore for 2019-20, Rs 72.50 crore for 2020-21, Rs 100 crore for 2021-22, Rs 100 crore for 2022-23, Rs 88 crore for 2023-24 and Rs 110 crore for 2024-25, which is the highest so far. The types of helicopters operating in the northeastern region include Dauphin, MI-172, Bell 412, and Bell 407, among other models. Each state has a fixed number of flying hours per annum sanctioned by the MHA, as Tripura has 480 hours, Arunachal Pradesh 3,460 hours, Sikkim 1,200 hours, Meghalaya 720 hours, Nagaland 480 hours and Mizoram 960 hours.
Woman, 23, Dies Of Electrocution While Using Water Heater Rod In Delhi
A 23-year-old woman from Manipur died of electrocution while heating water with an electric rod at her house in southwest Delhi's Mahipalpur, police said on Monday.
Question paper mix-up hits Manipur civil services exam
The Manipur Public Service Commission cancelled two papers of General Studies after candidates received the wrong set
Centre Rules Out Creation Of New Union Territory Amid Kuki-Zo Demand In Manipur
MHA met Kuki National Organisation and United Peoples Front to discuss Kuki-Zo demand for a UT, tribal grievances, and rehabilitation amid Manipurs ongoing ethnic crisis.
Error mars Manipur civil services mains as wrong paper handed out
The Manipur Civil Services Mains Examination 2022 faced disruption due to a question paper error. Candidates at Imphal and Guwahati received the wrong General Studies paper. The Manipur Public Service Commission cancelled two papers and rescheduled them for November 22. The error originated at the printing press. Aspirants expressed anger over the incident.
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Manipur To Get New Government Soon? What Sources Tell News18 Amid Presidents Rule
Sources to News18: BJP and its allies have reached a consensus in Manipur. BJPs Sambit Patra, BL Santosh are expected to visit Manipur later this week to take the process forward
When justice is accessible to all, it becomes the foundation of social justice: PM Modi
NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasised that ease of doing business and ease of living are only possible when ease of justice is ensured. Speaking at the inauguration of the National Conference on 'Strengthening Legal Aid Delivery Mechanisms' and the Celebration of 'Legal Services Day' event on Saturday, he said several steps have been taken in recent years to enhance access to justice, and efforts will continue to be accelerated. When justice is accessible to all, delivered on time, and reaches every individual regardless of their social or financial background, that is when it truly becomes the foundation of social justice, said Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Highlighting the importance of legal aid, he noted that legal services authorities, from the national to the taluka level, act as a bridge between the judiciary and the common citizen. He expressed satisfaction that through Lok Adalats and pre-litigation settlements, lakhs of disputes are being resolved swiftly, amicably, and at low cost. He noted that under the Legal Aid Defence Counsel System initiated by the government, nearly 8 lakh criminal cases have been resolved in just three years. These efforts, he remarked, have ensured ease of justice for the poor, the oppressed, the deprived, and the marginalised across the country. He launched the Community Mediation Training Module at the event, highlighting technologys transformative role in promoting inclusion and empowerment within the justice system. Modi cited the eCourts project as a remarkable example of this digital transformation in justice delivery. When people understand the law in their own language, it leads to better compliance and reduces litigation; it is equally essential that judgements and legal documents are made available in local languages, Modi added. Marking 30 years of the National Legal Services Authority (NALSA) this year, Modi lauded its efforts to connect the judiciary with underprivileged citizens. He observed that those who approach legal services authorities often lack resources, representation, and at times, even hope. Providing them with hope and assistance, he said, is the true meaning of the word service, which is embedded in NALSAs name. Emphasising the importance of legal awareness, the Prime Minister stated that a poor individual cannot access justice until they are aware of their rights, understand the law, and overcome fear of the systems complexity. He stressed that raising legal awareness among vulnerable groups, women, and the elderly is a priority and expressed confidence that youth, particularly law students, can play a transformative role in this effort. He suggested that law students be encouraged to engage with poor and rural communities to explain their legal rights and processes, as this would help them gain direct insight into the pulse of society. He added that by collaborating with self-help groups, cooperatives, Panchayati Raj institutions, and other grassroots networks, legal knowledge can be delivered to every doorstep. Union Law Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal, speaking at the event, said the government is committed to continuous reform of the justice delivery system under the Reform, Perform, and Transform mantra. He highlighted initiatives such as the Disha scheme (Designing Innovative Solutions for Holistic Access to Justice) and the Tele-Law programme, which has provided pre-litigation advice to over one crore beneficiaries since its launch in 2017. He added that to promote legal literacy and awareness in local languages, AI-based linguistic tools are being used to drive innovative justice initiatives. He also praised NALSA for its compassionate work through special schemes for disadvantaged groups, including victims of violence, disaster-affected persons, prisoners, trafficking victims, unorganised workers, children, persons with disabilities, tribal communities, and senior citizens. The CJI B R Gavai, addressing the gathering, said that whenever we were in doubt, we should recall the face of the poorest and weakest person we have seen and ask ourselves whether the step we contemplate will be of any use to them. This idea of a talisman finds its expression in the movement and work of our legal services institutions. This movement is, in many ways, Gandhijis talisman in action. The right of every citizen, and our role as judges, lawyers and officers of the court, is to ensure that the light of justice reaches even the last person standing at the margins of society. Very often, we take pride in the number of merit cases we help resolve, but what truly matters is what it means to those who receive free legal aid, the CJI said. Remembering an incident during his visit to a relief camp in the state of Manipur to distribute aid, the CJI said, a young boy came up and said, Bane raho, bhaiya. That moment was a reminder that the strength of the legal services movement does not lie in statistics or annual reports. It lies in the quiet gratitude and renewed faith of once invisible citizens. In other words, the real measure of success is not in the numbers but in the trust of the common person and in their belief that someone, somewhere, will stand by them. That is why our work must always be guided by the spirit that we are changing lives. Even your presence for a single day in a village, or your conversation with a person in distress, can be life-changing for someone who has never had anyone come for them before, the CJI added.
Manipur Kuki groups hold their ground on Union Territory demand
Two umbrella groups of about 25 armed Kuki groups held meetings with the Advisor to the Union Ministry of Home Affairs over two days
Manipur's Kuki leaders meet MHA advisor; hill communities seek legislative autonomy
GUWAHATI: The Kukis in Manipur have maintained their demand for a Union Territory (UT) for their community. Leaders of the Kuki National Organisation and the United Peoples Fronttwo umbrella bodies representing around 25 Kuki insurgent groups that had earlier signed a suspension of operations (SoO) agreement with the governmentreiterated the UT demand during meetings with Ministry of Home Affairs advisor (Northeast) AK Mishra on November 6 and 7. During the discussions, the Kuki leaders stated that co-existence under the Manipur state administrative setup is no longer possible following the violent ethnic cleansing that began on May 3, 2023. Historical justifications were highlighted for the political demand, noting that the Kuki-Zo Hills were never under the control of the Manipur State Durbar before Independence. It was also pointed out that under British rule, the Kuki-Zo lands and other tribal areas were classified as Excluded Areas under the Government of India Act, 1935, the Kuki groups said in a joint statement. They were administered directly by the British Political Agent, not by the Meitei king. Kuki-Zo governance rested with traditional chiefs, who exercised complete control over land, justice, and local affairs, the statement added. The Kuki groups noted that when the British unified the administration for convenience, dual governance remained: the valley was under the Maharajas rule, and the hills were under the British Political Agent. They further stated that the tribal people had never been organically part of Manipur State before 1947administratively, politically, or culturally. Given this history, the Kuki-Zo representatives maintained that their demand for Union Territory status with a legislature is rooted in constitutional and historical legitimacy, the statement said. It further stated that the post-merger integration of Manipur in 1949 unfairly absorbed the hill regions into a valley-centric governance structure, disregarding tribal autonomy and traditional rights. The government compensated only the Meitei king, not the Kuki-Zo chiefs. Creating a separate administrative unit for the hill tribes within the constitutional framework of India would not be an act of secession, but a restoration of our pre-independence autonomy and a step toward lasting equitable governance, security, and development within the Indian Union, the statement added. During the meeting, the statement noted, Mishra reiterated that while the Centre is sensitive to the plight of the Kuki-Zo people, current policy does not support the creation of new Union Territories. He also stressed the need for consultations with other communities in Manipur.
BJP MLAs urge high command to restore popular govt in Manipur
Imphal: Former Manipur chief minister and BJP leader N Biren Singh on Friday said the partys legislators in the state have conveyed to central leaders that it is both the wish of the people and the MLAs that a popular government be installed in the state at the earliest. Talking reporters at the BJP headquarters 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 .
Former Manipur CM says legislators are united on formation of a popular govt
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Manipur Journalists' Union Seeks PUCL's Apology Over Report, Says Will File Criminal Defamation
Manipur's biggest union of journalists has sent a legal notice to a Delhi-based non-profit that had commissioned a report into the Meitei-Kuki ethnic clashes.
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Internally displaced people of Manipur protest Rs 84/person as daily allowance
A wave of protests is sweeping through Manipur as internally displaced citizens rally against a new government initiative. Effective November 1, 2025, displaced individuals are set to receive Rs 84 a day per person, a shift from the conventional distribution of relief materials. Officials claim this change enhances transparency and empowers families to make their own choices regarding assistance.
Four UKNA militants killed in Manipur's Churachandpur in clash with security forces
Security forces neutralized four United Kuki National Army militants in Churachandpur district, Manipur. The encounter occurred during an intelligence-based operation. This action follows the recent killing of a village chief by UKNA cadres. The Manipur government had previously withdrawn its Suspension of Operations agreement with the group. The operation is ongoing.
Union Minister Bandi Sanjay Kumar met with the Manipur government. He pledged full central support for the state's development. The minister reviewed various central schemes and relief efforts for displaced persons. He was also briefed on the significant drop in tourist numbers. Projects under the Ministry of Development of North East Region were also discussed.
Four Kuki Militants Killed in Manipur Gunfight
Defence sources said that as the security forces approached the location, the militants opened unprovoked fire, prompting the troops to retaliate.
4 Terrorists Hiding In Village Shot Dead In Army's Dawn Operation In Manipur
Four terrorists of the United Kuki National Army (UKNA) were shot dead in an encounter with the security forces in Manipur this morning, a defence spokesperson said.
Manipur encounter: Four UKNA extremists killed
The incident occurred at Khanpi village in the Churachandpur district in Manipur
Four Kuki militants killed in Manipur encounter
GUWAHATI: Four members of the insurgent group United Kuki National Army (UKNA) were killed during an encounter with security forces in Manipur early Tuesday morning. The incident took place at Khanpi village under Henglep subdivision in the Churachandpur district. Defence Ministry in a statement said, Terrorists resorted to unprovoked firing on an Army column at Khanpi village, approximately 80 km west of Churachandpur, Manipur. In the ensuing firefight between security forces and armed cadres of UKNA, a non-SOO insurgent group, 04 cadres of the terrorist group were neutralised. This operation follows recent atrocities by UKNA cadres including killing of a village chief, intimidation of locals, and attempts to disrupt peace and stability in the region. Successful neutralisation of these terrorists highlights the Indian Army and Assam Rifles' commitment to protecting innocent civilians, mitigating all threats, and ensuring peace and security in Manipur, the statement further stated. The UKNA is mostly active in the Churachandpur district.
At Least Four UKNA Cadres Killed In Assam Rifles Operation In Manipur's Churachandpur
Security sources stated that the operation took place at around 6 am, targeting militants in a forested area near Khanpi.
Biren tapes tampered, top forensic lab tells SC
NEW DELHI: Audio recordings allegedly implicating former Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh in the 2023 ethnic violence in the state were tampered with and are not scientifically fit for voice comparison, the National Forensic Science Laboratory (NFSL), Gandhinagar, has informed the Supreme Court. As the said audio is tampered with, no opinion on the similarity or dissimilarity of the speakers could be offered, the NFSL told the court. The submission of the NFSL were made during the hearing of a plea filed by the Kuki Organisation for Human Rights Trust (Kohur), seeking a court-monitored probe into certain leaked audio clips that allegedly implicate Singh in instigating the ethnic violence. A two-judge bench comprising Justice Sanjay Kumar and Justice Alok Aradhe directed that a copy of the NFSLs report be shared with all parties and listed the case for further hearing on 8 December. Kohur alleged that the tapes, shared by an anonymous whistleblower, contained phone conversations held by Singh, establishing the complicity of the highest functionary and others in the ethnic violence.
Audio clips, alleging ex-Manipur CM N Biran Singh's role, tampered: NFSL to SC
The National Forensic Science Laboratory has informed the Supreme Court that audio recordings related to Manipur's ethnic violence were tampered with. These recordings are not scientifically suitable for voice comparison. Therefore, no definitive opinion on speaker identity can be provided. The court will furnish the NFSL report to parties for their response. A separate report suggested the recordings were unedited.
Security forces arrest 10 extremists from banned groups in Manipur raids
Security forces apprehended ten extremists from two banned outfits in Manipur. The arrests occurred across Kakching, Thoubal, and Imphal West districts. Recovered items included rifles, pistols, grenades, and incriminating documents. Additionally, security forces destroyed 30 acres of illegal poppy plantations. These arrests bring the total to 18 extremists in 48 hours. The militants were involved in intimidation and extortion.
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SC says forensic report finds audio clips alleging ex-Manipur CMs role in violence 'tampered with'
The Supreme Court was informed by the National Forensic Science Laboratory that leaked audio clips allegedly implicating former Manipur CM N. Biren Singh in the 2023 ethnic violence were tampered with. The NFSL report stated the clips were not scientifically fit for voice comparison, preventing any definitive conclusions. The apex court directed the report's sharing with parties involved.
Forensic Report Finds Tapes on ex-Manipur CM Tampered
NFSL report finds whistleblower audiotapes modified and unfit for voice comparison; SC to hear case again on December 8
A Bench headed by Justice Sanjay Kumar read the report of the premier University in the court room as the parties waited on
The National Forensic Science Laboratory (NFSL) in Gandhinagar has told the Supreme Court of India that the audio recordings submitted as alleged evidence against former Manipur Chief Minister N. Biren Singh were tampered with and are therefore unsuitable for reliable forensic analysis. The revelation came during a hearing in which the apex court is reviewing [] The post NFSL informs Supreme Court: Manipur audio clips tampered, cannot confirm voice match with former CM Biren Singh appeared first on India Legal .
Push for Ramsar site tag for wetlands in Assam wildlife sanctuary
The Rowmari-Donduwa wetland complex in the Kaziranga-Orang landscape has been recording more birds than the only two Ramsar Sites in the northeast Assams Deepor Beel and Manipurs Loktak Lake
Ajay Kumar Bhalla extends financial assistance to Manipur State Rural Livelihoods Mission
Manipur Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla has provided financial aid to the Manipur State Rural Livelihoods Mission for Mama's Gift, a nutritional supplement for displaced children. This initiative, developed with NHM guidance and prepared by a local federation, has already benefited over 1,000 children in relief camps across nine districts.
BHOPAL: Society has accepted the RSS as the organisation which works for the nations unity, security, culture and development. It cannot be banned as a few leader wishes for it, RSS national general secretary Dattatreya Hosabale said on Saturday. Reacting to Congress national president Mallikarjun Kharges call to ban the RSS in the country, Hosabale said, Entire society recognises the Sangh as the organisation which works for the unity, security, culture and development of the country. Three times in the past, the RSS was banned, but everyone knows what happened later. Before making any such demand, politicians should learn lessons from past experiences. On the 150 th birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel on Friday, the Congress national president had reiterated that the RSS should be banned in the country, stating that even Sardar Patel had banned the participation of government employees in RSS's activities. Talking to journalists in Jabalpur (Madhya Pradesh) on the concluding day of the three-day RSS national executive meeting on Saturday, the RSS general secretary, when questioned about the changing dynamics of RSS-BJP ties post 2014, said, Weve stated our stand on the issue of relations between the RSS and BJP, maybe 50,000 times in the past 50 years. Sanghs Swayamsevaks are in every party, but their numbers are more in the BJP, because unlike the other parties, the BJP doesnt restrict the entry of Sangh Swayamsevaks within its fold. RSS is an organisation of people, and it has kept on raising contemporary national and social issues with governments and individuals within the governments, irrespective of who is in power. Its up to the other side to decide whether to keep doors shut or open them for our Swayamsevaks. Countrys former President Pranab Mukerjee wasnt a Swayamsevak, but we had good ties with him, which is why he attended our event in Nagpur. But when the Swayamsevaks are themselves running the government, then naturally our coordination with the government is better. Dynamics havent changed after 2014, they (BJP) are ghar ke log (from the same family), so the bhaichara (brotherhood) prevails, Hosabale maintained. Raising concern over the issue of Demographic Imbalance, the RSS top functionary said, A population policy is needed to address the problem of demographic imbalance; its up to the government to swiftly formulate the policy. Infiltration, religious conversion and high rate of population growth in some communities are primarily behind the rising threat of democratic imbalance. He particularly mentioned about religious conversion of Sikhs in Punjab, which needed to be dealt with adequately. While maintaining that the situation in West Bengal wasnt part of the agenda at the three-day RSS All India executive body meeting in Jabalpur, he, however, added that a resolution was passed about Bengal in the last meeting. The situation is actually bad in Bengal, particularly after the last election. Hatred and conflicts have risen there, especially due to the political leadership and the CM there. Keeping a border state violent and unstable isnt good for the country. Our Swayamsevaks are regularly working in Bengal for national unity and social harmony there. While making it clear that no discussions happened at the three-day conclave about Bihar elections, Hosabale said, We always appeal for cent voting. We also appeal that voters should exercise their franchise based on national and social issues, rather than voting based on caste, money or promises of freebies by political parties. On the issue of Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of voter lists, he said, The refining of voter lists isnt happening for the first time; it happens at regular intervals and is essential. There should be no opposition to it; those having objections to the SIR methodology should approach the ECI in the matter. While informing that the Manipur situation was discussed at the meeting chaired by the RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat, the RSS general secretary said, The situation in the bordering state is improving. The centre has taken steps, including the Prime Minister being there despite inclement weather. The Swayamsevaks have worked on the ground there for two years. Like the people of the state, we also want a popular government there; we sincerely hope the government will work in that direction at the appropriate time. While welcoming the surrender of Maoists in Chhattisgarh and Jharkhand, he said that the government needs to deal with the concerns of those areas in a very sensitive manner. He further informed that the three-day meeting also discussed the issue of the rising menace of drug abuse among youngsters, spanning from schools and universities to hostels, including IIMs and IITs, particularly in the bordering states. The three-day meeting, which was attended by 397 out of the 407 delegates from across the country, was the brainstorming of the second-highest decision-making body of the RSS. The three-day meeting largely focused on the Sanghs activities and events in the organisations centenary year, including its ongoing and coming initiatives to connect the RSSs Panch Parivartan to every nook and cranny of the country. Around 80,000 Hindu Sammelans will be held (45,000 in rural areas and the remaining 35,000 in urban clusters). Grih Sampark Abhiyan to connect door-to-door with families, besides Samajik Sadbhav meeting at block level, and meetings of prominent citizens and intellectuals will be held at the district level nationally. On the last day of the meeting, the RSS also released statements on the 150th year of the birth of Birsa Munda, the 350th year of the martyrdom of Guru Tegh Bahadur, and 150 years of the composition of the national song Vande Mataram.
Kuki-Zo community skips Kut festival in Manipur amid ongoing ethnic tensions
Kut, also known as the Chavang Kut, is celebrated every year by the Kuki-Zo communities across the state to mark the completion of the harvest season
RSS Calls For Reinstatement Of Government In Manipur, Says Peace Efforts Ongoing
RSS general secretary Dattatreya Hosabalesaid peace and order can be restored only when the government, society, and the Sangh work together
Five held for 'assault' of four student leaders in Manipur
Based on an FIR registered at Kakching Police Station in connection with the alleged assault, they were apprehended on Friday, and two vehicles were seized for verification, a police statement said.
No proof of violence: Umar Khalid, Sharjeel Imam, Gulfisha tell SC in 2020 Delhi riots case
NEW DELHI: Claiming innocence in the 2020 Delhi riots case, student activists and former JNU students Sharjeel Imam, Umar Khalid and Gulfisha Fatima on Friday told the Supreme Court that there was no evidence linking them to violence and denied the conspiracy charges levelled against them in the 2020 Delhi riots case. There are 751 FIRs. I am charged in one, and if its a conspiracy, its a bit surprising. There is no proof of violence against me, Khalid told the bench of the top court headed by Justice Aravind Kumar and Justice N V Anjaria. Senior Advocate Kapil Sibal, appearing for Khalid, said that on 26 dates, the matter could not be taken up due to paucity of time in the trial court, while on 59 dates, the matter could not be reached due to the unavailability of the Special Public Prosecutor. Questioning how his client could be charged in the case when he was not even present in Delhi when the riots took place, Sibal said there was no recovery of weapons or incriminating material linking Khalid to any act of violence. There is no allegation of Khalid raising any funds for violence or making appeals for violence. The only overt act alleged against Khalid is a speech which he gave in Amaravati in Maharashtra on February 17, argued Sibal, while seeking bail for his client. The court on Friday adjourned the matter till Monday, November 3, to hear further arguments from other co-accused, including Meeran Haider, Mohd Saleem Khan and Shifa Ur Rehman, as well as from the Delhi Police. The police had arrested Khalid, Imam and Fatima in the larger conspiracy case linked to the Delhi riots, charging them under the stringent Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA) and with criminal conspiracy under the Indian Penal Code (IPC). Senior Advocate Abhishek Manu Singhvi, representing Fatima, submitted that she has been in custody for over five years and five months since April 11, 2020. He pointed out that while the chargesheet was filed on September 16, 2020, supplementary chargesheets have continued to be filed every year. The larger issue is, can filing chargesheets be generated indefinitely? he asked. Questioning the slow pace of the proceedings, Singhvi remarked, Why has the trial not commenced yet? Fatima is the only woman in custody in the case now, as the other women have already got bail. If you get bail after six or seven years, what is the point? 2020 Delhi riots case: Accused involved in 'deliberate attempt to destabilise State,' police claims in affidavit He further pointed out that the charges were yet to be framed, and more than 800 witnesses were listed. This is a distortion of the criminal justice system. The concept of liberty is that you dont keep me in jail without trial, Singhvi contended. Senior Advocate Siddharth Dave, appearing for Imam, argued that till last year the police kept filing supplementary chargesheets until September 2024, meaning the investigation continued for at least four years. He said this clearly showed that there was no delay on the part of the accused, at least until 2024. He questioned how Imam could be held liable for conspiracy when he had been in custody since January 25, 2020, in connection with other cases, nearly a month before the Delhi riots took place. Imam is also not an accused in any of the other riot cases. In the other cases for alleged inflammatory speeches, he has been given bail and is in jail only because of this case, Dave said. On September 6, the former JNU student Imam had moved the Supreme Court after the Delhi High Court rejected his bail plea. He sought bail in the larger conspiracy case under the UAPA in relation to the 2020 North-East Delhi riots case. Similarly, former JNU student Umar Khalid had approached the Supreme Court on September 10 challenging the Delhi High Courts order rejecting his bail plea under the UAPA in the case related to the alleged criminal conspiracy in the February 2020 riots in the national capital. According to the prosecution, the Delhi Police had booked Imam under the stringent UAPA. On January 28, 2020, he was arrested by the Delhi Polices Crime Branch from Bihars Jehanabad in a sedition case for allegedly making inflammatory speeches at Jamia Millia Islamia University and Aligarh Muslim University. The riots took place in February 2020 following clashes over the then-proposed Citizenship (Amendment) Act (CAA). According to the Delhi Police, the riots resulted in the death of 53 persons and injuries to hundreds. The prosecution alleged that Imam had hatched a larger criminal conspiracy to cause multiple riots. The FIR in this case was registered by the Special Cell of the Delhi Police under various provisions of the IPC and the UAPA. Imam was booked in multiple FIRs across several states, mostly under sedition and UAPA charges. Besides Delhi, he faces FIRs in Uttar Pradesh, Assam, Manipur and Arunachal Pradesh. Imam was granted bail by the Delhi High Court last year in connection with the alleged speeches he gave at Jamia Millia Islamia University and Aligarh Muslim University. In sedition cases registered in Aligarh and Guwahati, he was granted bail by the Allahabad High Court in 2021 and by the Gauhati High Court in 2020, respectively. He was also booked in FIRs in Arunachal Pradesh and Manipur. 2020 riots case: Delhi HC rejects petition to reconstruct Jafrabad case diary The Delhi High Court had, on September 2, rejected the bail pleas of nine persons, including Khalid and Imam, in the case, saying conspiratorial violence under the garb of demonstrations or protests by citizens couldnt be allowed. The High Court had also rejected the bail pleas of other accused, including Mohd Saleem Khan, Shifa Ur Rehman, Athar Khan, Meeran Haider, Abdul Khalid Saifi, Gulfisha Fatima and Shadab Ahmed. Social activist and former JNU student Khalid has been in jail since his arrest by the Delhi Police on September 14, 2020, for his alleged involvement in the Delhi riots case. He was booked under the stringent UAPA for his alleged role in the larger conspiracy behind the riots. He has denied the charges and claimed innocence in the case. Khalid had earlier approached the top court challenging an October 2022 Delhi High Court verdict that had denied him bail. Since then, he has remained in jail and has never been granted bail, despite repeated appeals and efforts before various courts. He had initially sought bail in the Delhi High Court on the grounds that he neither had any criminal role in the violence in the citys North-East area nor any conspiratorial connect with other accused in the case. The Delhi Police had opposed his bail plea in the High Court. The police had also arrested Imam, activist Khalid Saifi, JNU students Natasha Narwal and Devangana Kalita, Jamia Coordination Committee member Safoora Zargar, former AAP councillor Tahir Hussain and several others under the stringent law in connection with the case. According to the prosecution, the violence had erupted following protests against the CAA and NRC, leaving 53 people dead and over 700 injured. Khalid was charge-sheeted in the case along with other accused persons.
The Last Hoorah? Muivah's Return to Manipur Revives a Lost Dream & Old Ghosts
Muiva's story began in jungles of the northeast and China and now tapers at the negotiation tables of New Delhi.
Manipur reports 129 new dengue cases; tally rises to 3,594 this year
Manipur faces a significant dengue outbreak this year. Over 3,500 people have tested positive for the viral disease. One death has been reported in Bishnupur district. Health authorities are actively implementing control measures. These include fogging operations and public awareness campaigns. The state is working to curb the spread of dengue.
Muivah exits home village, reiterates Naga sovereignty
The National Socialist Council of Nagalim leader addressed a large gathering in Manipurs Senapati on his way back to the NSCN (I-M)s central headquarters near Dimapur in Nagaland
Village chief in Manipur's Churachandpur district dies after assault by armed men
The reason behind the assault was not known, but rebels of the United Kuki National Army was suspected to be behind the assault, police said
Village Chief, 50, Beaten To Death By Suspected Kuki Militants In Manipur's Churachandpur
A village chief was beaten to death allegedly by militants of the United Kuki National Army (UKNA) in southern Manipurs Churachandpur district.
Manipur village chief shot dead by unidentified assailants
A village chief in Manipur's Churachandpur district, identified as Mangthang Haokip, was killed by unknown miscreants believed to be from the banned United Kuki National Army (UKNA). The incident occurred on Monday afternoon, with Haokip succumbing to his injuries en route to the hospital. The Manipur government had previously withdrawn its Suspension of Operations (SoO) agreement with UKNA.
Muivah says NSCN (I-M) will not compromise on Naga political demands
If you dont come to understand us, there is no point in our going to you, the NSCN (I-M) leader tells New Delhi from his birthplace, Somdal in Manipur
'Nagas are Nagas, Indians are Indians': Muivah reasserts position on Naga sovereignty
GUWAHATI: From his birthplace Somdal village in Manipur, NSCN-IM leader Thuingaleng Muivah on Tuesday reiterated that the outfit would not deviate from its long-held position on the Naga political issue. They (Government of India) started giving ultimatums We were forced to tell them that come what may, we will stand our ground. We know who the Indians are and their history, the 91-year-old leader said. Muivah, who is also the chief negotiator in the Centres peace talks with the NSCN-IM, declared, We will not come taking your (Indias) history to surrender to you. We will never do that. Whether it is today or tomorrow, Nagas are Nagas and Indians are Indians. He added that there was no uncertainty within the NSCN-IM regarding its stand. If you dont come to understand us and appreciate us, then there is no point in our going to you. The peace negotiators representing the Government of India have understood our position clearly, though some of them have said they face difficulties, Muivah stated. Muivah returned to Somdal in Ukhrul district last week after more than six decades, having left home in 1964 to join the Naga revolutionary movement. At an event in Ukhrul town on October 22, he asserted that the historic national decision for a sovereign Nagalim had been defended and consolidated from the battlefield to the negotiating table. We have not surrendered the free existence and sovereignty of Nagalim, and we shall defend the sovereign national decisions of Nagalim to the last, Muivah had declared. He also made it clear that the NSCN-IM would not compromise on the twin issues of the Naga national flag and the Naga constitution. The letter and spirit of the Framework Agreement (signed with the Centre in 2015) have recognized and acknowledged the Naga national flag and the Naga national constitution, he said. Muivah is scheduled to attend another event in Senapati, Manipur, on Wednesday before returning to Nagaland, where he currently resides. The NSCN-IM entered into a peace process with the Centre in 1997 following the signing of a ceasefire agreement. Despite nearly three decades of peace talks, a final solution to the Naga issue continues to remain elusive.
In Focus Podcast | Crimes against women during conflict in Manipur: What the numbers dont say
Siam Thangsing and Greeshma Kuthar discuss Manipurs ethnic conflict, its impact on communities, and the surprising drop in reported crimes against women.
Nagaland University Study sounds environmental alert for Loktak Lake
GUWAHATI: A study conducted by Nagaland University has sounded an environmental alert for the Loktak Lake, one of Indias iconic freshwater ecosystems and a designated Ramsar Site in Manipur. Researchers found that changes in land use particularly agriculture, settlements, and shifting cultivation are directly deteriorating the water quality of rivers feeding into the lake, threatening its biodiversity and livelihoods of locals. Loktak Lake is home to 132 plant species and 428 animal species, and supports hydropower, fisheries, transport, and tourism. However, in recent decades, the lake has been listed under the Montreux Record a global warning list for wetlands undergoing serious ecological damage. Reduced fish populations, rising pollution levels and increased sedimentation have now become growing concerns. A Ramsar Site is a wetland designated to be of international importance under Ramsar Convention on Wetlands. These sites are recognised for their ecological significance, such as supporting biodiversity or providing critical habitat for waterfowl. The study was undertaken by Dr Eliza Khwairakpam, Assistant Professor, Department of Environmental Science, Nagaland University. The findings were published in the peer-reviewed International Journal of Environment and Pollution. Highlighting the need for such studies, Prof Jagadish K Patnaik, Vice Chancellor, Nagaland University, said, Nagaland University takes great pride in the significant research contribution made by our faculty (members) and scholars, revealing the strong link between land use and water pollution in the Loktak Lake catchment area of Manipur. The study highlights the pressing environmental challenges arising from agricultural runoff, human settlements, and shifting cultivation, which are directly impacting the river water quality in the region. To understand the root cause, Nagaland University researchers conducted field sampling across nine major rivers Khuga, Western, Nambul, Imphal, Kongba, Iril, Thoubal, Heirok and Sekmai that drain into Loktak Lake. Using detailed Land Use Land Cover maps, Dr Khwairakpam compared different types of land activities such as agricultural areas, dense and degraded forests, settlements, Jhum cultivation and water bodies, against water quality indicators like dissolved oxygen, biological oxygen demand and temperature. Our study confirms that land use decisions across villages and forest landscapes upstream are directly impacting water quality downstream. This makes community-based land management and stricter control of agricultural runoff and waste discharge crucial for restoring Loktak Lake, Dr Khwairakpam said.
Study links land use to water pollution in Manipurs Loktak Lake
The Keibul Lamjao National Park, home to the rare brow-antlered deer, is an integral part of the lake, distinguished by its floating biomass called phumdi in the Meitei language
Thuingaleng Muivahs homecoming: Where a Manipur village rekindles hope for Naga peace process
More than 60 years after he walked out to join the Naga movement that called for a separation from India in 1964, NSCN (I-M) general secretary Thuingaleng Muivah returned to Somdal, his birthplace in Manipurs Ukhrul district for eight days. His homecoming rekindled hope for a settlement of the Naga peace process hanging fire for almost three decades and signalled a move for reconciliation in the ethnically volatile State
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Mr Muivah and his followers should realise that their demand for a separate Naga flag and constitution is unthinkable for the Indian government in the current context
Senior Manipur Police officer 'threatened' on social media, probe launched
IMPHAL: A senior officer of the Manipur Police based in Churachandpur district has been hreatened on social media platforms, prompting the authorities to launch an investigation, officials said on Sunday. An incident has come to light wherein a senior officer of Churachandpur police and his family were threatened online by certain anti-social elements, the police said in a statement. A case has been registered and an investigation started to identify the culprits and take strict legal action, it said. Any attempt to intimidate or obstruct police officers in the discharge of their lawful duties will not be tolerated, the statement said. It also urged people of the northeastern state ot to share or amplify such unlawful online content and that misuse of social media to spread fear or threats will invite stern legal consequences.
4 militants arrested in Manipur
Cadres from multiple banned organisations, including the PREPAK (Pro), were apprehended, and arms and ammunition were recovered
Rebels homecoming | Thuingaleng Muivah
The Naga leaders visit to his hometown in Manipur after six decades has ignited hopes that it could speed up the peace process, which started in 1997
I'm Safe In Imphal: Thadou Tribe Leader's Message Of Peace In Manipur
A young leader of the Thadou tribe has been living in Manipur's Imphal valley for the last one month and sharing updates from the city to demolish what he called a deliberate narrative of fear-mongering.
Swift response prevents disaster: Fire contained in Manipurs Moreh by Assam Rifles
New Delhi, Oct 25: A major fire incident that erupted in the densely populated Pangal Basti area of Moreh, Tengnoupal district of Manipur, on Saturday was swiftly contained through the timely intervention of Assam Rifles. The blaze, which threatened to engulf nearby residential clusters, commercial establishments and vital public infrastructure, was brought under control before []
WAVES Bazaar puts Indian women filmmakers on global map at Toronto International Film Festival
NEW DELHI: Under the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting's flagship international markets platform-- WAVES Bazaar--six Indian filmmakers helming women-led projects represented the country at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) 2025, held last month. The initiative, spearheaded by Women in Film (WIF) India and supported by the National Film Development Corporation (NFDC), marked a significant step in showcasing the creativity and vision of Indian women filmmakers on a global stage. The filmmakers - Arshaly Jose, Deepa Bhatia, Katyayani Kumar, Madhumita Sundararaman, Paromita Dhar, and Pramati Anand were chosen from over 200 entries within a week-long nationwide call. The ministry officials described the development as a defining moment for Indias film industry and creative community. For the first time, six Indian filmmakers helming women-led projects represented the country at one of the worlds most influential film forums. The delegation spotlighted stories that were regional, rooted, and real from Kerala and Manipur to Maharashtra and Delhi, proving that Indias creative diversity knows no boundaries, said ministry officials. World Audio Visual & Entertainment Summit (WAVES) is an event focused on establishing India as a key hub for the media and entertainment industry. The maiden took place in Mumbai in May. WAVES Bazaar is a dedicated platform for companies to showcase their products and services, explore collaborations, and establish new partnerships. Backed by WAVES Bazaars expansive ecosystem, these filmmakers gained access to mentorships, international markets, and industry exposure once reserved for seasoned global creators. Over the past year, WAVES Bazaar has evolved into a vital bridge between Indian content creators and international studios - facilitating co-productions, global distribution deals, and strategic collaborations across continents, officials added. WIF India Founder and Academy Award-winning producer Guneet Monga Kapoor described the collaboration as a dream realised. Exposure is at the heart of all growth. Through WIF India and WAVES Bazaar, were building pathways for women to take their stories to the world, she said. Were taking our baby steps, building this institution piece by piece, and now taking it forward. For the participants, the TIFF experience was nothing short of transformative. Kerala-based filmmaker Arshaly Jose shared, Pitching to international producers and distributors showed me that my stories could travel beyond borders. For the first time, I felt I truly belonged. Similarly, Deepa Bhatia reflected, It was the little thoughtful things from mentorship to wellbeing that made this experience special. WIF and WAVES are clearly shaking up the industry. With cumulative deals exceeding Rs 800 crores across film, animation, and music, and structured programs like Co-Production Labs and Screenwriters Forums, WAVES Bazaar is redefining how India engages with the world creatively.
Four militants involved in extortion activities arrested in Manipur
One pistol with ammunition was recovered from his possession, and he was involved in extortion and the collection of funds from the town area of Churachandpur, says a senior police officer
Manipur Nagas declare curbs ahead of Muivahs visit to Senapati
In Naga culture, Genna relates to restrictions for a national holiday or an important day for the community
Ahead of Muivahs Senapati visit, Nagas declare restrictions in his honour
GUWAHATI: Ahead of NSCN-IM leader Thuingaleng Muivahs visit to Senapati in Manipur on October 29, the Nagas have declared a Genna in his honour. In Naga culture and traditions, Genna relates to restrictions during the observance of a national holiday or community important day. The United Naga Council (UNC), which is Manipurs apex Naga organisation, said all educational institutions and shops would remain closed on that day as a mark of respect to Muivah. People would also abstain from all other forms of economic and commercial activities. The UNC urged people to participate in the community gatherings and programmes to celebrate the occasion and uphold the spirit of unity and solidarity. Let this Genna be a symbol of unity, strength, and commitment in a quest for self-determination based on the (Nagas) unique history and position. May our collective efforts bring peace, prosperity, and progress to the Nagas, the UNC said in a statement. Muivah (91) is currently at his birthplace, Somdal, in Manipurs Ukhrul district. He returned to the picturesque village 61 years after he had left home in 1964 to join the Naga revolutionary movement. On October 22, he had two back-to-back public events in Ukhrul town and Somdal. He will leave Somdal on October 29 to attend the event at Senapati, another Naga-majority district, and then fly to Dimapur in adjoining Nagaland. The NSCN-IMs central headquarters Camp Hebron is located about 45 km from Dimapur.
