Manipur: FC Raengdai stuns Indian Navy 1-0 in first-ever Durand Cup win
Imphal: Football Club Raengdai (Manipur) registered a historic 1-0 victory over the Indian Navy Football Team on Thursday in their debut match of the 135th IndianOil Durand Cup Group D Imphal-leg at the Khuman Lampak Main Stadium. Substitute Amarjit (No. 11) scored the decisive goal in the second half, securing FC Raengdai their first-ever goal [] The post Manipur: FC Raengdai stuns Indian Navy 1-0 in first-ever Durand Cup win appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Olympic medallist Mirabai Chanus journey shows that education extends beyond the classroom. While her demanding training limited traditional schooling, she pursued higher education through flexible learning while building resilience through real-life challenges. From carrying firewood in rural Manipur to overcoming Olympic heartbreak and injuries, Chanu transformed setbacks into strengths. Her perseverance culminated in a historic third consecutive Commonwealth Games gold medal in Glasgow 2026, highlighting the power of determination, continuous learning, and mental resilience.
SEDO, SLYO triumphant as 52nd Manipur State Junior Girls' Kabaddi Championship kicks off
Hosts SEDO, Nongmaikhong and SLYO, Tekcham emerged victorious as the 52nd Manipur State Junior Girls' Kabaddi Championship kicked off at SEDO playground As many as 9 teams clustered into two pools are taking part in the tournament organised by the Manipur State Kabaddi Association br br table align center cellpadding 5 width 610 tbody tr td table class capbox width 100 tbody tr td img width 600 src https www e pao org galleries images News Related 2026 07 Kabaddi 20260730 jpg border 1 alt SEDO, SLYO triumphant as 52nd Manipur State Junior Girls' Kabaddi Championship kicks off td tr tr td align center SEDO, SLYO triumphant as 52nd Manipur State Junior Girls' Kabaddi Championship kicks off td tr tbody table td tr tbody table br br In the Pool A opening match, SEDO crushed YGC, Chingmei 53 22 before SLYO sealed a 52 26 win over HCKL, Lairok Morokthabi in the Pool B opener Top two teams after round robin league will advance to the semi finals before the final slated for July 31 Source The Sangai Express
22nd Governor's Cup State Level Fencing Championship 2026 begins
The 22nd edition of the Governor's Cup State Level Fencing Championship 2026 began today at Fencing Hall, Khuman Lampak under the aegis of the Manipur Fencing Association The opening day of the championship witnessed completion of the mini boys and girls' competition br br table align center cellpadding 5 width 610 tbody tr td table class capbox width 100 tbody tr td img width 600 src https www e pao org galleries images News Related 2026 07 Fencing 20260730 jpg border 1 alt 22nd Governor's Cup State Level Fencing Championship 2026 begins td tr tr td align center 22nd Governor's Cup State Level Fencing Championship 2026 begins td tr tbody table td tr tbody table br br Justice H of Imphal West sealed the mini boys' foil event gold medal beating Sh Chingkhei of Chandel Chandel's P Nongpoknganba and S Mandela shared the bronze medal podium in this event B Balmiki meanwhile beat Guruaribam Baniba in an all Imphal East epee event final as compatriots Thoihenba and Nahakpam Denish shared the bronze medal podium Imphal East fencers also swept the mini boys' sabre medals as G Shillemba beat Y Tomthinganba in the title clash after they outlasted their compatriots Sh Mangal and Y Yaiphaba in the semis P Yurica meanwhile fetched the mini girls' foil event gold by beating RK Delencia in an all Imphal East final as Dushila of Imphal East and K Thoibisana of Chandel won bronze medals Chilsilla Sagolshem of Imphal East meanwhile beat Ukhrul's Oinam Sanathoi for the epee event gold as S Bibilika and Lamnganbi Okram of Imphal East settled for the bronze medals Selina Saikhom of Imphal East beat Joyshree Konjengbam of Imphal West for the sabre gold Child Elison Sagolsem of Imphal East meanwhile earned the child boys' foil event gold by beating Ng Tomthinnganba of Imphal West as Seram Mimily beat Dushila L for the girls' title in an all Imphal East final Th Yaichenbi meanwhile sealed the child girls' sabre event gold by beating E Malemnganbi in an all Imphal East final Source The Sangai Express
82,971 kg narcotics seized in J&K between 2020-2024
Centre cites four-tier NCORD mechanism for coordination Year 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 Total Seizures (kg) 27,361.35 22,082.41 17,192.41 11,358.53 4,977.21 82,971.91 Table: J&K narcotics seizures, 2020-2024 Srinagar, Jul 29: Jammu and Kashmir saw the seizure of 82,971.91 kg of narcotics under the NDPS Act between 2020 and 2024, the Ministry of Home Affairs told the Rajya Sabha on Wednesday, as it pointed to a four-tier Narco-Coordination Centre (NCORD) mechanism set up to strengthen enforcement coordination between Central and State agencies. The data was tabled in response to an unstarred question by MP Jebi Mather Hisham on cross-border narcotics trafficking and border security, with a focus on the North-Eastern states. Minister of State for Home Affairs Nityanand Rai gave the reply, citing National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB) data for 2020-2024. Year-wise, seizures in J&K stood at 27,361.35 kg in 2020, 22,082.41 kg in 2021, 17,192.41 kg in 2022, 11,358.53 kg in 2023, and 4,977.21 kg in 2024, marking a consistent year-on-year decline over the period. The NCORD mechanism To explain how enforcement is coordinated on the ground, the ministry detailed the structure of the NCORD mechanism, which it said operates at four levels. At the top, an Apex Committee and an Executive Committee meet at the Centre. Below this, State-level NCORD meetings are chaired by the Chief Secretary on a quarterly basis, while District-level NCORD meetings are held monthly under the District Magistrate to review enforcement, intelligence sharing and preventive measures. The ministry said a dedicated Anti-Narcotics Task Force (ANTF), headed by an Additional Director General or Inspector General rank police officer, has been set up in each State and UT to function as the NCORD Secretariat and follow up on decisions taken at the various NCORD levels. Joint Coordination Committee (JCC) meetings, involving Central and State agencies, are also held regularly to discuss important narcotics cases. North-East remains the bigger worry While J&K's numbers form part of the national NCRB dataset, the government's answer devoted most attention to the North-Eastern states, which it said remain especially vulnerable to trafficking of Amphetamine Type Stimulants (ATS) and heroin owing to their location near the Death Triangle and porous borders with Myanmar. The ministry said 4,626 kg of ATS and 2,652 kg of heroin were seized nationally between 2021 and 2025 as reported by drug law enforcement agencies to the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB). The reply said trafficking patterns in the region have shifted, with a marked rise in Methamphetamine (Crystal Meth/YABA) smuggled from Myanmar through Manipur, Mizoram and Nagaland, alongside continuing heroin trafficking. The Moreh Tamu border was flagged as a major transit point, with syndicates increasingly using forest routes, courier and parcel networks, and encrypted communication apps to coordinate deliveries. Other measures announced The government also cited a Vision Document on Narcotics Control (2026-2029), released on June 26, 2026, built around four focus areas: enforcement, precursor and synthetic drug control, demand and harm reduction, and capacity building. The NCB currently operates a Zonal Unit in Srinagar among its key border area offices, alongside Siliguri, Agartala and Itanagar. Six new zonal offices have been approved, four of them in North-Eastern states, namely Dimapur, Aizawl, Shillong and Gangtok. Other measures cited include anti-dronesystems, enhanced CCTV and night vision surveillance, and new design border fencing along vulnerable stretches.
Naga village guard killed, 2 CoBRA jawans injured in clash during Manipur operation
A Naga village guard died and another was hurt during a clash with CRPF CoBRA forces. Two CoBRA jawans also sustained injuries in the incident which occurred in Bitiang Village. Security forces conducted a raid on an illegal Naga Volunteer Group training camp in Noney district. Heavy firing erupted after armed village volunteers opened fire on the approaching security forces.
Naga Village Guard Killed, 2 Security Personnel Injured In Manipur Operation
The victim was identified as Lanbimei Riamei (22), son of Kadirang Riamei of Longmai Bazar in Noney district.
Army Chief Reviews Peace Initiatives in Manipur
General Dhiraj Seth assesses operations, stability and outreach during a two-day visit.
GST rollout boosted state tax revenues, buoyancy, says India Ratings
The top five states with the highest tax buoyancy, post GST implementation, are Manipur, Nagaland, Goa, Maharashtra and Sikkim
Who is a Voter in Manipur? The Hurdles to Electoral Accuracy in a Conflict State
Can democratic procedures remain fair when they presume a normalcy that conflict has already destroyed?
'We are proud of you': Manipur CM's video call with Mirabai Chanu
Manipur Chief Minister congratulated Mirabai Chanu and Rishikanta Singh for their medals. Mirabai Chanu secured a gold medal in the women's 48kg category. Rishikanta Singh won a silver medal in the men's 60kg event. Both athletes expressed gratitude for the support received from Manipur and India. Their achievements brought pride and laurels to the state and the nation.
Dhanajit to visit Glasgow as CWG observer
The former general secretary of the Manipur Amateur Boxing Association MABA and executive committee member of Boxing Federation of India BFI is set to attend the Commonwealth Games being underway in Glasgow, scotland as an observer He will leave Imphal tomorrow for New Delhi for heading to Scotland later in the day, said MABA in a press release Source The Sangai Express
CBSE National School Games Nahakpam Himanshu adjudged 'Best U14 Swimmer' in Zonal competition
Manipur's Nahakpam Himanshu has been named as the Best U14 Swimmer in the zonal competition cum trial selection held at DPS Bhilai in Chhattisgarh ahead the CBSE National School Games br br table align center cellpadding 5 width 610 tbody tr td table class capbox width 100 tbody tr td img width 600 src https www e pao org galleries images News Related 2026 07 Himanshu 20260729 jpg border 1 alt CBSE National School Games Nahakpam Himanshu adjudged 'Best U14 Swimmer' in Zonal competition td tr tr td align center CBSE National School Games Nahakpam Himanshu adjudged 'Best U14 Swimmer' in Zonal competition td tr tbody table td tr tbody table br br Himanshu bagged as many as four gold medals at the competition to claim the zonal's best swimmer title He topped the 100 m freestyle event with a time of 58 34 seconds 200 m individual medley event with a time of 2 24 47 50 m butterfly event in 28 41 seconds and 50 m freestyle in 26 87 seconds to amass four gold medals Another State swimmer Gaithulung Golmei also won a gold, a silver and a bronze medal at the same zonal competition He took 35 06 seconds to win the gold medal in the 50 m breaststroke event 27 52 seconds in 50 m freestyle event to win a silver and 29 84 seconds to win a bronze medal in the 50 m butterfly event Source The Sangai Express
State Level Boxing Championships 2026 underway
Laishram Max of Thoubal knocked out Heisnam Dharmaraj of Dhanaraj in the first round a quarterfinal clash of the U 19 men's 65 kg category competition as the State Level Boxing Championships 2026 for students began today at Khuman Lampak Boxing Arena The championships were formally opened in the presence of Sunil Elangbam, president Manipur Olympic Association Ng Tejkumar, former president Manipur Amateur Boxing Association Sinam Pritamkumar, retd Addl Secretary to the Governor of Manipur Ch Thoiba, secretary SRBA and Jimmy Leivon, secretary, MKRBF as presidium members br br table align center cellpadding 5 width 610 tbody tr td table class capbox width 100 tbody tr td img width 600 src https www e pao org galleries images News Related 2026 07 Boxing 20260729 jpg border 1 alt State Level Boxing Championships 2026 underway td tr tr td align center State Level Boxing Championships 2026 underway td tr tbody table td tr tbody table br br Speaking at the event, Sunil Elangbam said that there is a strong possibility of Manipur sharing venues for three disciplines Cycling, Hockey and Fencing, in the upcoming National Games to be hosted by Meghalaya He also lauded State athletes who have made podium finishes in the ongoing Commonwealth Games at Glasgow and extended best wishes to athletes who are yet to complete their campaigns As many as 26 pre quarterfinal and quarterfinal bouts for various age group and weight classes were completed on the opening day In the opening bout, Soibam Tarunjit of Kakching advanced to the U 15 boy's 49 kg category quarterfinals by defeating Jiribam's Maibam Tomthinnganba Meitei 5 0 via unanimous decision In the U 15 Boys' 52 kg quarterfinal matches staged today, Imphal West's Newton Gurumayum sealed a 4 1 split decision victory over Kakching's Yumnam Lanthoiba as Toijam Bidyananda of Bishnupur overwhelmed Thoubal Khundrakpam Donel 5 0 Nahakpam Lamnganba of Imphal West meanwhile edged out Khundom Robert of Imphal East 3 2 in a keenly contested 55 kg category quarterfinal clash for U 15 boys Rajkumar Athoisana of Thoubal meanwhile prevailed 5 0 over Imphal West's Mayengbam Sinthoiba in a 61 kg category quarterfinal clash for U 15 boys In the two 52 kg category quarterfinal clashes for U 17 boys staged later in the day, Moibungkhongbam Lanchenba of Kakching posted an RSC win over Bishnupur's Kh Bidyachandra in the first round and Imphal East's Pungshumbam Abhinash dominated Imphal West's N Adish 5 0 In 63 kg category quarterfinal clashes for U 17 boys staged today, Chandel's Karung Albertson Kom knocked out Kakching's S Robertson in the 3rd round and Bishnupur's Oinam Bidyachandra thumped Imphal West's Ng General 4 1 The day also saw Johnson Khoirom of Imphal West seal an RSC win in the third round against Thoubal's MD Alam to progress into the semi finals of the U 19 men's 60 kg category competition In the U 15 girls' 49 kg category quarterfinal bouts, Lanthing Rainam of Ukhrul beat Y Lamnganbi of Kakching 3 2 and Nongmaithem Priyangka of Thoubal beat Imphal West's S Langlen 4 1 In a 55 kg category quarterfinal bout for U 15 girls, Imphal East's Debika Choudhurimayum overwhelmed Kakching Th Bidyapati 5 0 Thoubal's Sara Laishram meanwhile managed a 4 1 win over Bishnupur's Haobijam Rina to earn a place in the semi finals of the U 17 girls' 52 kg category competition In the 54 kg category quarterfinal bouts for U 17 girls staged later in the day, Imphal East's Yumlembam Lanthoibi prevailed 5 0 over Kakching's Ch Mandarani as Thoubal's Sinam Ibesana edged out M Priyaluxmi of Imphal East 3 2 In two quarterfinal bouts for U 19 women's 48 kg category competition, Thoubal's Moirangthem Alina outlasted L Taniya of Imphal East as Moirangthem Khrismira of Imphal West eased to a 5 0 win over H Lanchenbi of Bishnupur Chingshubam Reena of Imphal East meanwhile prevailed 4 1 win over A Priyangka of Bishnupur to make her way to the semi finals of the U 19 women's 51 kg category In a 40 kg category quarterfinal bout for U 15 boys, Imphal West's Laishram Alex notched up a commanding 5 0 win over Kakching's E Athoiba as Bishnupur's Lamabam Punshiba secured a 4 1 win over Thoubal's L Lamnganba and Nganthoiba Yengkhom of Imphal West beat Imphal East's L Barun 5 0 to advance into the 43 kg category semis for U 15 boys Md Aslam Khan of Thoubal meanwhile fought his way to the U 15 boys' 46 kg category semis with a comprehensive 5 0 win over K Livingson of Bishnupur before Huidrom Malem of Imphal West sealed a 4 1 win over Imphal East's Kh Borish in another quarter final clash Source The Sangai Express
Manipur man arrested in an inter-state cyber fraud case
FUTURECRAFT On 2 August, the transparency provisions of the European Unions AI Act take effect. AI systems will have to tell users they are talking to a machine, and generated content will have to carry machine-readable marks so that it can be detected. Brussels is arriving at a position New Delhi took five months ago. India got there first and went considerably further. The Information Technology Amendment Rules, notified on 10 February and in force from 20 February, created what lawyers have described as the worlds first binding provenance mandate for synthetic media. Synthetic content must carry a visible label and metadata that persists, and flagged unlawful content must come down within three hours or the platform risks its safe harbour protection under Section 79. The stated purpose is deepfake control. The architecture does something wider. India has built a system that writes a durable record of origin into media at national scale, and it binds the people who use compliant tools while leaving everyone else outside it. A filter checks content. A register checks authorship. A detection filter asks whether a video is fake and acts on the answer. A provenance system asks where a file came from and writes that answer into the file, so the record travels with the content. The 2026 amendment does the second thing. Intermediaries must embed metadata identifying synthetic material and verify what users declare about their uploads, rejecting the upload outright where the declaration is missing or false. That moves platforms from answering complaints to checking at the door. The Internet Freedom Foundation has noted that the rules name no accepted watermarking standard and no approved detection model. That gap is the design surface. Whoever ends up setting the standard decides what can be published. It binds the compliant and misses the adversary In January, a group of AI practitioners told MeitY the framework would not work on its own terms. The objection was technical, not political. Content produced by an open-source model running on someones own machine carries no provenance data at all. Content that is re-encoded or screen-recorded loses whatever provenance it started with. The outcome follows from that. An editor in Srinagar using a licensed tool leaves a trace. An operator running a local model outside Indian jurisdiction leaves none. This is where the sovereignty framing stops holding. India has argued for years, with reason, that critical digital infrastructure should sit under Indian law. A provenance mandate looks like the same argument applied to content. It is not. Jurisdiction over a data centre gives the state control of an asset. Jurisdiction over content metadata gives it a record of the citizens who complied. A provenance mandate is only as good as the people who obey it. The operator running a model on a laptop was never inside the system to begin with. Three hours is where the policy actually lives Labelling drew the headlines. The clock changes behaviour. An intermediary must act within three hours of actual knowledge, which arrives either by court order or by a reasoned intimation from an authorised government officer, with police intimations restricted to officers of Deputy Inspector General rank and above. Three hours is not long enough to assess a case. It is long enough to delete. Constitutional lawyers writing after the notification argued that compressed timelines combined with the risk of losing safe harbour push platforms to remove anything ambiguous, since verification costs more than compliance. Satire and political criticism are ambiguous by construction. The burden falls unevenly, and Jammu and Kashmir carries the most of it. Access Now counted 65 internet shutdowns in India in 2025 across twelve states and union territories. The tracker maintained by SFLC.in puts Jammu and Kashmir at roughly 449 shutdowns since 2012, against 115 in Rajasthan and 62 in Manipur. A region already subject to the heaviest use of connectivity orders now gains a second mechanism that works on individual posts rather than whole networks, and needs no suspension order at all. What the counter-argument gets right The harm is not invented. Indias internet population went from around 250 million to more than a billion in under a decade, faster than digital literacy could follow. Digital arrest scams have taken real money from people least equipped to spot them, and the Delhi and Bombay High Courts have worked through a run of personality rights cases involving synthetic impersonation. MeitY also narrowed the rules between the October 2025 draft and the February notification. The draft reached anything algorithmically created or altered. The final text limits synthetically generated information to audio and visual material likely to be taken as indistinguishable from a real person or a real event. That was a genuine concession, made in response to consultation. The stronger version of the criticism is not that the rules were written in bad faith. It is that a provenance layer built for fraud becomes available for other purposes the moment it exists, and nothing in the text confines it to the original one. Bottom Line Meta moved the other way in 2024, shifting from removing manipulated media to labelling it, on the reasoning that transparency costs less speech than takedown. Europe codifies a version of the same instinct on 2 August. India has taken the same underlying technology and wired it to a three-hour clock and the loss of safe harbour. The label reads the same in all three places. The instrument does not. In Europe, provenance data tells a reader what they are looking at. In India it also tells the state who made it, on a network where the state already switches connectivity off more often than any other democracy. That is not a case against labelling synthetic media, which India has good reason to do. It is a case for naming the second system that arrived with it, and for settling who writes the standard before the standard settles itself. (The author studies Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence at Rutgers University, New Jersey, USA. He is interested in emerging technologies and innovation, and can be reached on LinkedIn at @arssh-kumar14)
Army Chief reviews security situation and nation-building efforts in Manipur
Army Chief General Dhiraj Seth reviewed Manipur's security situation. He also assessed nation-building initiatives promoting regional peace and stability. General Seth attended the Durand Cup inauguration in Imphal. He interacted with senior officers and troops during his visit. The Chief exhorted soldiers to remain vigilant and operationally agile.
35 postal bags set ablaze in Manipur as mob blocks highway for second day
The bags taken from a mail van intercepted on National Highway 202, contained passports, ATM cards, educational documents, and other articles
Durand Cup: TRAU, NEROCA share points in Imphal opener
Imphal: Local rivals TRAU FC and NEROCA FC began their 135th Durand Cup campaign with a goalless draw in the Group D opening match of the Imphal leg at the Khuman Lampak Main Stadium on Tuesday. Neither side could break the deadlock during regulation time, with both teams settling for a point each. Manipur Governor [] The post Durand Cup: TRAU, NEROCA share points in Imphal opener appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Manipur: 35 courier bags of postal department allegedly looted and burnt in Ukhrul district
Thirty-five postal courier bags were allegedly looted and burned by unidentified individuals in Ukhrul district. A convoy escort team was stopped and threatened at gunpoint by armed volunteers near Shangkai Village. The courier items were then unloaded and destroyed.
CWG 2026: Indian Lifter Bindyarani Devi Sorokhaibam Wins Bronze In Women's 58kg Weightlifting
Bindyarani stayed in the medal race throughout the competition and produced a strong overall performance to finish third. It is another major achievement for the Manipur weightlifter, who had also won a silver medal at the 2022 Commonwealth Games in Birmingham.
As father fights blood cancer, Rishikanta bags CWG silver
Rishikanta Singh Chanambam secured a silver medal in the men's 60kg weightlifting competition. His family watched the event from Rajasthan while supporting his father's treatment. He dedicated his achievement to his parents and supportive elder brother. Rishikanta overcame financial struggles and a past knee injury to reach this point. This medal marks a significant achievement for Manipuri weightlifting.
Manipur Crisis Hits Social Ties, Education and Economy: CM Khemchand
The CM said peace is the foundation of development and the unrest has disrupted social harmony, affected the education of the younger generation and hurt the state's economy.
Mirabai Chanu secured a gold medal at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow. She achieved a total lift of 190kg, setting new records in snatch and clean and jerk. This marked her third consecutive Commonwealth Games gold medal win. Her journey began in a small Manipuri village, carrying firewood for her family. Chanu's success highlights her remarkable grit and dedication to weightlifting.
Jadumani Singh advanced to the Commonwealth Games boxing quarterfinals with a dominant win. He dedicated his victory to the Kargil War heroes, reiterating his ambition. The boxer transitioned from football to boxing, overcoming initial family resistance. He successfully moved up a weight class, proving doubters wrong. This move supports his long-term goal of winning an Olympic medal.
PM Modi leads country in lauding Mirabai after her CWG gold
New Delhi, Jul 26:Prime Minister Narendra Modi led the country in lauding Indian weightlifting icon and Olympic medallist Mirabai Chanu after she produced another historic performance by winning her third Commonwealth Games gold medal in Glasgow on Sunday. PM Modi described Mirabai's latest triumph as another glorious chapter in India's weightlifting history and also congratulated men's lifter Rishikanta Singh on his silver medal. Mirabai reaffirmed her status as the undisputed queen of Indian weightlifting, delivering a commanding performance to capture gold in the women's 48kg category. The Olympic silver medallist rewrote the record books, shattering the Commonwealth and Commonwealth Games snatch records while setting new Games marks in the clean and jerk and total to further cement her legacy as one of India's greatest weightlifters. Another glorious chapter in Indian Weightlifting! wrote PM Modi on 'X'. The talented Mirabai Chanu once again showcased her skills at the Commonwealth Games with a stunning performance in the 48kg category and winning Gold. With back-to-back Commonwealth Games Golds and an overall fourth CWG medal to her name, she remains an inspiration for every Indian. Congratulations to her! Best wishes for the endeavours ahead, he added. Despite competing with a troublesome knee, 28-year-old Rishikanta scripted history by becoming the first male weightlifter from Manipur to win a Commonwealth Games medal. Congratulating him, Modi praised Rishikanta's grit and determination, saying his fighting spirit had brought immense joy to the nation. Very proud of Indian lifter Rishikanta Singh Chanambam for winning a Silver Medal and also achieving his personal best. His determination and outstanding performance have brought immense joy to the nation. May he continue to scale greater heights and inspire many young athletes. Best wishes for his future endeavours! Defence Minister Rajnath Singh also congratulated Mirabai, saying her historic gold was the reward for years of unwavering dedication. Congratulations to Mirabai Chanu on winning the Gold Medal in Weightlifting at the Glasgow Commonwealth Games 2026. Her unwavering determination and relentless pursuit of excellence have brought glory to the nation, Singh wrote on 'X'. This remarkable achievement reflects the spirit of perseverance and dedication that continues to inspire millions of young Indians. Wishing her continued success and many more laurels in the years to come, he added. Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya lauded Mirabai's remarkable consistency after she completed a rare hat-trick of Commonwealth Games gold medals, having also topped the podium in the 2018, 2022 and now the 2026 Glasgow edition. A hat-trick of GOLD medals! Congratulations to @mirabai_chanu on clinching the Gold medal at the Glasgow Commonwealth Games. Your unwavering dedication, remarkable consistency, and extraordinary strength continue to make India proud on the global stage, wrote Mandaviya on 'X'.
Mirabai strikes gold again, Rishikanta takes silver, swimmers reach relay final
Glasgow, Jul 26:Olympic medallist Mirabai Chanu underlined her status as India's greatest weightlifter of her generation with a record-shattering third successive Commonwealth Games gold, while Rishikanta Singh battled injury to claim a historic silver as the country enjoyed a productive day at the Games here Sunday. Mirabai was in a league of her own in the women's 48kg competition, rewriting the Commonwealth and Commonwealth Games record books en route to lifting 190kg (85kg snatch and 105kg clean and jerk). It was India's first gold in this edition of the Games and third medal overall so far. Para powerlifter Jhandu Kumar had opened India's medal account with a bronze in the men's heavyweight event on Friday. The 31-year-old Manipuri overcame a missed opening attempt in both the snatch and clean and jerk before recovering in trademark fashion to finish a massive 22kg ahead of Nigeria's Ruth Asuquo Nyong, who settled for silver with 168kg. Having already secured the title and with the Asian Games less than two months away, Mirabai opted to skip her final clean and jerk attempt after breaking the Commonwealth Games records in clean and jerk and total lift. Before Mirabai's gold-winning show, Rishikanta Singh settled for a silver in the men's 60kg category after an injury denied him a realistic shot at gold. The Manipuri lifter matched the Commonwealth Games record in the snatch with a 121kg effort and entered the clean and jerk in the lead. However, he could manage only 143kg after failing his final two attempts, finishing with a total of 264kg. Malaysia's Mohamad Aniq Kasdan seized the opportunity by producing a Games record 152kg clean and jerk for a winning total of 273kg, while Kenya's Joshua Amunga Mboya claimed bronze with 260kg. Rishikanta later revealed that a knee injury suffered a week before the competition resurfaced during the clean and jerk phase, robbing him of the power needed to complete his heavier lifts. I came here for gold. After the snatch, I was in the leading position, but my knee created a problem. I was able to clean the weight but could not push because one thigh was not working properly. I tried my best, he told PTI. The 28-year-old nevertheless scripted history by becoming the first male weightlifter from Manipur to win a Commonwealth Games medal and the first from the state to compete in the sport at the Games. Swimmers stay in medal hunt In swimming, India's men's 4x200m freestyle relay team kept medal hopes alive by qualifying for the final after finishing third in their heat. The quartet of Dhakshan Shashikumar, Aneesh Sunil Kumar Gowda, Aryan Nehra and Srihari Nataraj clocked 7:39.48 to finish behind Australia and England in their heat and qualified fifth overall across the two heats. The Indians produced a strong finish to edge past Jersey and secure their place in the eight-team final. Disappointment from Lawn Bowls Arena There was disappointment in lawn bowls, where Rupa Rani Tirkey and Pinki Singh saw their three-match winning streak end with a narrow defeat to Namibia in the women's pairs sectional event. After losing the opening set 5-7, the Indians bounced back to dominate the second 10-1 before going down 0-3 in the tie-break to Amanda Steenkamp and Diana Viljoen. The Indian pair will now face England in their final sectional match, with a semifinal berth at stake.
'I couldn't eat or drink for three days': Chanu's sacrifice behind CWG gold
The 31-year-old from Manipur lifted 85kg in the snatch and 105kg in the clean and jerk for a total of 190kg. She broke the Commonwealth and Commonwealth Games records in the snatch and also set new Commonwealth Games records in the clean and jerk and total lift.
Mirabai completes hattrick of golds at Commonwealth Games
The result was never really in doubt; the only question was how far Mirabai would push the limits. And the Manipuri superstar answered in emphatic style, rewriting the record books with a stunning display of strength and composure.
CWG 2026: Indian Weightlifter Rishikanta Wins Silver in Men's 60kg Competition
The Manipuri lifter finished with a total of 264kg (121kg+143kg), matching the Commonwealth Games record in the snatch with a superb opening display before faltering in the clean and jerk
India's only floating national park is a 40-sq-km wetland home to a rare and endangered deer species
Keibul Lamjao National Park in Manipur is the world's only floating national park. This unique ecosystem floats on Loktak Lake due to its phumdis. The park serves as the last natural habitat for the endangered Sangai deer. Several legends and sacred sites surround this remarkable natural wonder. The park's ecological richness is recognized by UNESCO's Tentative List.
Manipur Police arrest woman for allegedly routing drug money to Myanmar
In a significant crackdown, Manipur Police apprehended a woman in Churachandpur for her involvement in channeling drug money to Myanmar, recovering over Rs 28.78 lakh believed to be drug earnings. Concurrently, security forces confiscated a substantial arsenal in Imphal West, alongside the arrest of an active member of the banned KYKL militant group in Kakching district.
Supreme Court pushes for speedy trials in Manipur violence casess
More than 200 people have been killed, several hundred injured and thousands displaced since ethnic violence first broke out in Manipur on May 3, 2023
The Supreme Court has proposed setting up special courts to conduct day-to-day trials in cases linked to the Manipur ethnic violence, while directing the CBI and Special Investigation Teams (SITs) to speed up pending investigations. The court noted that investigations have progressed slowly, with charge sheets filed in only 301 of over 3,000 cases being probed by SITs.
Indian Army, Assam Rifles, Manipur Police apprehend senior United Kuki National Army cadre
In a major operation, security forces successfully captured a top ranking member of the United Kuki National Army, identified as the Finance Secretary, in Churachandpur district, Manipur. This high-value target was linked to severe extortion activities and gunfire incidents in the locality. The successful operation signifies a crucial step toward bringing stability and peace to the region.
Supreme Court proposes Special Courts for Manipur violence cases; seeks speedy completion of probes
The Bench said it will help in finding out as to how many special courts will be needed to handle the trials expeditiously while proposing to set up Special Courts for Manipur violence cases
SC Proposes Special Courts For Manipur Violence Cases
Supreme Court seeks speedy completion of probes and orders to ensure that victims receive copies of chargesheets.
Supreme Court proposes special courts for speedy trial in Manipur violence cases
The Supreme Court on Friday proposed constituting special courts to conduct day-to-day trials in criminal cases arising out of the 2023 ethnic violence in Manipur and directed the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) and Special Investigation Teams (SITs) to expedite pending investigations and file charge sheets at the earliest. The Bench of Chief Justice of [] The post Supreme Court proposes special courts for speedy trial in Manipur violence cases appeared first on India Legal .
Manipur SIR: Search and download the list of deleted voters
Look up any of the 1,58,677 electors deleted from Manipur's 2026 draft SIR electoral rolls. Pick an Assembly constituency, then search by name, EPIC number, related person's name, or booth.
Manipur minister says 'Save Manipur' slogans at CJP protest aimed at provoking youth
Manipur Home Minister Govindas Konthoujam stated Save Manipur slogans were provocative. He accused opposition parties of inciting violence during student protests in New Delhi. Konthoujam believes the protests aimed to disrupt Parliament's Monsoon Session. He also alleged foreign funding for the ongoing demonstrations in the capital. Police are investigating the cause of a damaged bridge in Manipur's Kamjong district.
Split in NSCN-IM: Myanmar-based faction forms provisional govt after Manipur killings
A militant outfit, NSCN-IM, has experienced a significant internal split. The Eastern Flank faction has declared a provisional government after breaking away. This division follows recent killings and allegations of fratricidal attacks between cadres. The Eastern Flank criticizes the Hebron leadership for compromising on Naga demands. They vow to continue both political and armed resistance for Naga sovereignty.
NCB dismantles Myanmar-based drug syndicate, arrests kingpin
The Narcotics Control Bureau arrested a key Myanmar-based drug kingpin. Nengzatuan @ Tuanpi was apprehended in Churachandpur, Manipur. This action dismantled a transnational drug trafficking syndicate operating across borders. The syndicate routed Methamphetamine and Heroin through several Indian states and Bangladesh. This operation is a significant step against organized drug networks.
Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh distributed welfare benefits worth Rs 91.66 crore. These benefits were provided to nearly 2,40,758 beneficiaries under seventeen different schemes. The Chief Minister highlighted the state's difficult times and the government's initiatives for financial assistance. He urged all communities to contribute towards making Manipur a better state. The Integrated Monthly Pension Processing System was also formally launched during the event.
Peace is Returning to Manipur: Chief Minister
Imphal, July 22: Manipur Chief Minister Yumkham Khemchand Singh stated on Wednesday that the state has faced a challenging period over the past three years, which has severely impacted the lives and livelihoods of its people. He expressed confidence that peace, stability, and normalcy are gradually returning to the region. The Chief Minister highlighted that ... Read more Peace is Returning to Manipur: Chief Minister
Manipur Chief Minister Highlights Challenges and Progress in States Recovery
Imphal, July 22: Manipur Chief Minister Yumkham Khemchand Singh stated on Wednesday that the state has faced extremely challenging times over the past three years. The prolonged unrest has severely impacted the lives and livelihoods of the people. He expressed confidence that peace, stability, and normalcy are gradually returning. He further noted that the extended ... Read more Manipur Chief Minister Highlights Challenges and Progress in States Recovery
46 KCP-PWG cadres surrender in Manipur, lays down sophisticated weapons
Around 46 active cadres of the proscribed Kangleipak Communist Party (People's War Group) surrendered to the Manipur Chief Minister Y. Khemchand Singh, at the Mantripukhri Garrison, HQ Assam Rifles (South) in the Imphal East district
As excitement over the FIFA World Cup 2026 final swept across India, Kerala, Meghalaya and Manipur declared a holiday on July 20 for all educational institutions. The move allowed students to watch the late-night Spain vs Argentina showdown without worrying about classes, while also recognising football's deep cultural significance and encouraging greater interest in sports.
Centre Confirms Receipt of Telangana's Proposal for IIM in Hyderabad
Presently, there are 22 IIMs functioning in 21 States. The states of Telangana, Goa, Manipur, Mizoram, Tripura, Arunachal Pradesh and Sikkim do not have an IIM
Imphal, July 19: In a display of the immense passion for football in Northeast India, the governments of Manipur and Mizoram have declared a holiday for educational institutions on Monday in anticipation of the FIFA World Cup 2026 final. This decision aims to provide students with the opportunity to watch the final match. The final ... Read more Schools in Manipur and Mizoram Closed for FIFA World Cup Final, Students Get a Chance to Watch the Match
Manipur Shuts Schools, Colleges on Monday For FIFA World Cup 2026 Final
Defending champions Argentina will take on Spain in the final
Manipur, Meghalaya declare holiday on July 20 for students to watch FIFA World Cup final
Most children and youths in the football-crazy State are likely to stay awake for at least two hours past midnight and will not be able to attend classes on July 20 morning, a government spokesperson says
Manipur declares holiday for all schools on Monday for FIFA final
Imphal: The Manipur government has declared a holiday for all educational institutions in the state on Monday, July 19, to enable students to watch the FIFA World Cup 2026 final, according to an official statement. An order issued by the education department said, The Governor of Manipur has directed that all schools affiliated to the 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 shuts schools, colleges on Monday for FIFA World Cup final
Manipur declared a holiday for all educational institutions on Monday. This decision allows students to watch the FIFA World Cup 2026 final. All schools and colleges will remain closed for this special occasion. The holiday enables students to enjoy the match at midnight. Defending champions Argentina will face Spain in the championship game.
Security Forces Seize Rs 85 Crore Crystal Meth in Manipur
Joint BSF-Manipur Police operation in Imphal West leads to the seizure of 6.2 kg of crystal meth and the arrest of a suspected trafficker; another operation recovers 1 kg of brown sugar in Churachandpur.
Two more arrested in Manipur over killing of six Nagas
A joint team of the NIA, Manipur Police, and CRPF arrests the two accused from separate villages in Kangpokpi districts Leimakhong area
Manipur CM Yumnam Khemchand meets Randeep Hooda, Lin Laishram; discusses culture & cinema
After ambushes, CRPF tells forces in Manipur to use armoured vehicles, avoid sudden deployment
An official said the forces have been told to take action against armed miscreants and anyone found with a gun is to be arrested or fired upon, if they do not surrender
Manipur CM meets Randeep Hooda, discusses peace restoration in state
Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh met filmmaker Randeep Hooda and actress Linthoingambi Laishram. Hooda congratulated the Chief Minister on his appointment amid challenging law and order. The Chief Minister expressed confidence in restoring normalcy and bridging community trust deficits. He highlighted efforts to protect lives and property during the crisis. Hooda conveyed a peace appeal urging unity and compassion for Manipur's people.
Manipur Police begins rollout of e-office system across state
The Manipur Police have launched an innovative e-Office system designed to digitize their operations, marking a significant step toward a more efficient and transparent police force. The Director General of Police inaugurated a comprehensive training program for this system, which will facilitate improved administrative coordination and streamline procedures, ultimately enhancing service delivery for the public.
Manipur fuel transporters threaten strike over highway extortion
Manipur transporters are demanding action against highway extortion. They allege illegal collections are levied on fuel tankers despite security escorts. Transporters threaten to suspend petroleum and LPG movement from July thirty-first. This action will occur if the extortion issue remains unresolved by July thirtieth. The associations have repeatedly raised concerns with authorities previously.
Manipur: Seven arrested in hill and valley districts for possessing illegal firearms
Security forces apprehended seven individuals for possessing illegal firearms across Manipur's districts. Four were arrested in Ukhrul district following an operation related to a recent ambush. Two Assam Rifles personnel were killed in that earlier attack on their convoy. Additionally, an active cadre of a banned group was detained in Imphal East district. These arrests occur amidst ongoing search operations in vulnerable areas of Manipur.
Delhi high court judge, later Manipur CJ, had LPG agency during tenure
Justice Siddharth Mridul allegedly operated an LPG distributorship during his judicial service. This action appears to violate judicial ethics and conduct codes. Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited issued notices regarding the alleged contract violations. The agency dealership was eventually suspended by the oil company. The controversy involves a former judge and an oil marketing PSU.
Imphal, July 16: Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh stated on Wednesday that a transparent and merit-based recruitment system in government services strengthens public trust in governance and institutions. He reiterated that transparency and fairness are the highest priorities for the state government. The Chief Minister participated in a congratulatory event for the successful candidates ... Read more Transparency and Fairness Remain Top Priorities for State Government: Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh
NDA-ally National Peoples Party seeks fortification of police station in Manipurs Ukhrul
In a letter to the Home Minister of Manipur, the party said that a field inspection of the region, which saw a fresh wave of violence, had revealed significant challenges confronting law enforcement authorities
Power Outages Disrupt Lives in Tamenglong Amid FIFA World Cup 2026
Imphal, July 15: Residents of Tamenglong district in Manipur are facing significant disruptions due to frequent power outages, especially during the FIFA World Cup 2026, when many wish to watch the matches live. Locals have urged the relevant authorities to take immediate action to ensure a regular and uninterrupted power supply. According to residents, the ... Read more Power Outages Disrupt Lives in Tamenglong Amid FIFA World Cup 2026
Manipur CM Yumnam Khemchand Singh urges peace, harmony as key to states progress
Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh visited Kanto Sabal village. He urged residents to uphold peace and harmony for the state's progress. The Chief Minister oversaw the reconstruction of six damaged houses after an arson incident. He assured villagers that their security concerns would be addressed promptly. The government remains committed to restoring normalcy and ensuring public safety.
Mob Vandalises Assam Rifles Camp in Manipur
Violence erupts in Senapati district after security forces launch an operation over alleged NSCN (IM) ceasefire violations; no casualties reported.
AK-56 Rifle, Explosives Among Massive Arms Cache Recovered In Manipur
On multiple separate operations, Manipur police have recovered a large cache of weapons in Imphal and Churachandpur districts of Manipur.
Assam Rifles Intensifies Anti-Insurgency Operations in Manipur
Imphal, July 15: In a significant escalation of its anti-insurgency campaign, the Assam Rifles has launched a major joint search and sanitization operation in collaboration with the Indian Army, Border Security Force (BSF), and Manipur Police. This operation took place on Tuesday morning in the TM Kasom area of Ukhrul district. According to the Assam ... Read more Assam Rifles Intensifies Anti-Insurgency Operations in Manipur
Mob attacks Assam Rifles camp in Manipur, vehicles torched , hurled stones
A mob attacked an Assam Rifles camp in Manipur's Senapati district, pelting stones and setting security vehicles on fire hours after a search operation near a designated NSCN (IM) camp. Security forces used tear gas and blank rounds to disperse the crowd, while officials said the situation is now under control.
Stones Thrown, Vehicles Torched: Mob Attack At Assam Rifles Camp In Manipur
The mob reached the Assam Rifles Company Operating Base (COB) at 9:30 pm and reportedly starting throwing stones, and damaging property.
IED blast in Nagaland's Chumoukedima kills Assam Rifles havildar, injures four; search intensifies
Security forces intensified search operations in Nagaland after an IED blast killed one soldier. Four other personnel sustained injuries and are receiving hospital treatment. A civilian also suffered a leg injury from flying debris during the explosion. Officials and militant groups condemned the attack and vowed justice for perpetrators. Meanwhile, Manipur police launched an operation to apprehend those responsible for a July ambush.
IED blast in Nagaland's Chumoukedima kills Assam Rifles havildar, injures four; search intensifies
Security forces intensified search operations in Nagaland after an IED blast killed one soldier. Four other personnel sustained injuries and are receiving hospital treatment. A civilian also suffered a leg injury from flying debris during the explosion. Officials and militant groups condemned the attack and vowed justice for perpetrators. Meanwhile, Manipur police launched an operation to apprehend those responsible for a July ambush.
Mumbai, July 15: In Churachandpur district of Manipur, Deputy Commissioner Krishna Kumar held a review meeting on Tuesday with district-level officials to assess the progress of various development schemes and programs initiated by the central and state governments. The meeting focused on the effective and timely implementation of these initiatives. The conference was attended by ... Read more Review of Government Schemes in Churachandpur: Deputy Commissioner Emphasizes Timely Implementation and Coordination
Violent Mob Attacks Assam Rifles Camp in Manipur, Several Vehicles Damaged
Imphal, July 15: A violent mob attacked an Assam Rifles camp in Manipurs Senapati district. Officials reported that the crowd engaged in stone-pelting, arson, and vandalism. This attack is believed to have aimed at disrupting ongoing security operations against armed insurgents. During the violence, several Assam Rifles vehicles were damaged. One light vehicle was set ... Read more Violent Mob Attacks Assam Rifles Camp in Manipur, Several Vehicles Damaged
Manipur: Mob vandalises Assam Rifles camp after search operation
A mob hurled stones, vandalised an Assam Rifles camp and set three vehicles of security personnel on fire in Manipurs Senapati district, hours after a search operation was conducted in an area, officials said on Wednesday. The violence occurred at the district town camp of the paramilitary force at 9.30 am on Tuesday when the 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 .
Opinion: 'Zalengam Diary' And Roads As New Language In Demand To Divide Manipur
There have been many instances when infrastructure preceded politics. By connecting territories, roads can gradually reshape political demands and make some constitutional futures more conceivable than others
Manipur protestors demand release of Kuki-Zo leaders
Three members of the community, including a retired Indian Defence Estates Service officer, were arrested in connection with a case of arson in Imphal West district on July 11
Manipur: Kuki body reiterates demand for UT, seeks political talks for lasting peace
Imphal, July 13: Kuki-Zo Council (KZC), the apex body of the Kuki-Zo tribal community in Manipur, on Monday reiterated its demand for a Separate Administration in the form of a Union Territory with a Legislature, saying it remains the only viable foundation for lasting peace, justice, security, and the protection of the communitys rights and []
Magnitude 3.9 earthquake jolts Manipur's Kamjong district
An earthquake of magnitude 3.9 struck Manipur's Kamjong district early Monday morning. The tremor occurred at 6:32 AM IST at a depth of 80 kilometers. Its epicenter was located near Imphal, approximately 31 kilometers east-southeast of the city. The National Center for Seismology reported the earthquake's specific coordinates and depth. There were no immediate reports of any damage or casualties following the seismic event.
Man shot dead in Manipurs Kangpokpi
Haolal Singsit, a resident of Govajang village in the Kuki-majority district, was working on a paddy field when the incident occurred
Manipur tension escalates; houses torched, two arrested
Imphal: Fresh tension gripped Manipurs Imphal West district after miscreants allegedly torched several houses belonging to members of the Meitei community in the Kanto Sabal area, pushing the already volatile region to the brink of another major confrontation. Two suspected accused were arrested for their involvement in arson and mob violence, officials said on Saturday, 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 .
Fresh tension in Manipur after houses torched
Four abandoned houses were set on fire by unidentified individuals in Kanto Sabal. Local residents alleged the arson occurred despite the presence of security personnel. The Manipur Police stated a mob was prevented from advancing towards the area. An attempt to set fire to abandoned houses was swiftly contained by security forces. The Chief Minister assured that justice would be ensured in a separate abduction case.
Amit Shah assures church leaders that FCRA Bill will not be applied retrospectively
In the meeting held with Mr. Shah, the Minister asked the church leaders to file FIRs in all cases of aggression against the community, urges them to broker peace in Manipur and also reassured them that the Bill was not against any religious community
2 Arrested After Houses Set On Fire In Manipur, Security Forces Avert Clash
The Manipur Police said the two arrested people have been identified as Kammang Lhouvum, 65, and Pagin Hangshing, 30
The incident took place around 1:30 pm when residents working in paddy fields noticed smoke rising from the abandoned houses in Kanto Sabal: Security sources
Manipur clash bid thwarted by security forces: Police
A mob, allegedly from the Kuki-dominated Kangpokpi district, advanced towards a village in the Meitei-majority Imphal West district, officials say
Manipur Government Committed to Justice for Six Naga Citizens Killed: Chief Minister
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
Tensions Rise in Manipur After Arson Attack on Homes
Imphal, July 11: Tensions escalated once again in Imphal West district of Manipur on Saturday. In the Kantou Sabal area, rioters allegedly set fire to several homes belonging to the Meitei community, raising fears of a significant confrontation in an already volatile region. A senior police officer reported that following the arson, a crowd of ... Read more Tensions Rise in Manipur After Arson Attack on Homes
Manipur CM inaugurates 19th Governor's Taekwondo Cup
Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Sing inaugurated the 19th Governor's Taekwondo Cup. The championship features 1,141 players from 29 units competing until July 15. He highlighted Manipur's success in producing over 40 international taekwondo players. The Chief Minister emphasized taekwondo's role in discipline and character building. Sports infrastructure was strengthened with new electronic scoring equipment and body protectors.
