New Ethnic Fault Line Worsens Security Scenario In Manipur
The February 7 brawl between Tangkhul Naga and Kuki youths was followed by attacks on homes and escalating community mobilisation. The subsequent violence has exposed much deeper disputes over land, territorial claims, political influence and competing notions of ethnic homeland. What we are witnessing is a blistering turf war among communities
MHA yet to extend Suspension of Operations pact with Kuki-Zo groups a month after expiry
Union Home Minister Amit Shah is expected to visit Senapati, a Naga-dominated district in Manipur, on October 7.
Manipur Hosts 38th National Yogasana Championship, Selection Trials For 2027 World Event
The 38th National Yogasana Championship 2026 and the selection trials for the 12th World Yogasana Championship 2027, scheduled to be held in Thailand, commenced at the Khuman Lampak Main Indoor Stadium in Imphal on Friday. Organised by the Manipur Yoga Society in collaboration with the All India Yoga Federation, the championship will continue from October... The post Manipur Hosts 38th National Yogasana Championship, Selection Trials For 2027 World Event first appeared on Northeast Today .
Manipur CM Encourages Athletes to Prepare for Global Yoga Championship
Manipurs Chief Minister urges athletes to excel in yoga as it gains global recognition, emphasizing preparation for international competitions. Manipur CM Encourages Athletes to Prepare for Global Yoga Championship
The new fault line | Manipur's Naga-Kuki conflict
The new fault line | Manipur's Naga-Kuki conflict
Kuki Human Rights Council Condemns Tipaimukh MLA, Pherzawl CSOs
The Kuki Human Rights Council (KHRC) has condemned a meeting between Tipaimukh MLA Ngursanglur Sanate, representatives of civil society organisations (CSOs) from Pherzawl district and Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh in Imphal on September 30. In a statement, the council said engaging with the state government while people remained displaced and justice was allegedly... The post Kuki Human Rights Council Condemns Tipaimukh MLA, Pherzawl CSOs Meeting With Manipur CM first appeared on Northeast Today .
Kin of Manipurs 49 people missing since 2023 ethnic conflict to get 10 lakh each
The one-time assistance is a special humanitarian measure, government spokesperson Sapam Ranjan Singh says after a Cabinet meeting on Thursday
Manipur Cabinet Approves Rs 10 Lakh Aid For Families Of 49 Missing Persons
The Manipur Cabinet on Thursday approved one-time special humanitarian assistance of Rs 10 lakh each to the next of kin of 49 people who have remained missing since the outbreak of violence in the state on May 3, 2023. Despite sustained search efforts, the 49 people remain untraced. The total financial implication of the assistance... The post Manipur Cabinet Approves Rs 10 Lakh Aid For Families Of 49 Missing Persons first appeared on Northeast Today .
Two IIS Officers From Manipur Among Three Killed In Mizoram Road Accident
Two Indian Information Service (IIS) officers from Manipur were among three government officials killed when the vehicle they were travelling in plunged into a gorge near Sialsuk in Mizoram on Thursday. Another person sustained serious injuries in the accident. The deceased were identified as Dr. Engam Pame, Additional Director General of the Press Information Bureau... The post Two IIS Officers From Manipur Among Three Killed In Mizoram Road Accident first appeared on Northeast Today .
Manipur: Two senior IIS officers among three killed after Bolero plunges into Mizoram gorge
Imphal: Three people, including two senior Indian Information Service (IIS) officers, were killed and another critically injured after their vehicle plunged into a gorge near Sialsuk in Mizoram on Thursday, officials said. The victims were returning to Aizawl from Sialsuk, a tourist destination around 65 km from the state capital, when their Bolero reportedly veered [] The post Manipur: Two senior IIS officers among three killed after Bolero plunges into Mizoram gorge appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Chhattisgarh & West Bengal Score Easy Wins
Chhattisgarh boys comfortably defeated Manipur 90-50 while Kerala beat Odisha with a 92-74 scoreline.
Mutum Bankim and S Bindeshori in Referee Commission for NE Zone Karate C
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Manipur CM felicitates Mirabai Chanu, Roshibina Devi for Asian Games silver medals
Digital Desk | Imphal, Oct 1 (IANS) Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh on Thursday felicitated ace weightlifter Saikhom Mirabai Chanu and Wushu player Naorem Roshibina Devi on their return to the state after winning silver medals at the ongoing Asian Games in Japan's Aichi-Nagoya. The Chief Minister congratulated the two athletes for their impressive performances and bringing laurels to Manipur and the country at the continental sporting event. During the felicitation, Chief Minister Singh expressed his desire to establish sports complexes in the rural areas of Manipur, saying that Imphal city is becoming increasingly congested. He added that such facilities would provide sportspersons with easier access to sports infrastructure. The Chief Minister said that if the law and order situation in the state improves, the state government would be able to increase the assistance provided to sportspersons who bring laurels to the state. Regarding the formation of more than one federation or association for a single discipline in Manipur, Chief Minister Singh said that this creates difficulties in the selection process of players for participation in national and international level competitions. The Chief Minister lauded the responsibilities undertaken by the local clubs and Civil Society Organisations who contribute significantly towards fulfilling the dreams of the young and successful sportspersons of the state. Chief Minister Singh maintained that the cash reward provided by the state government to medallists at the Asian Games has been enhanced. The new cash incentives have been fixed for gold, silver, bronze and participants at Rs 25 lakh, Rs 20 lakh, Rs 15 lakh, Rs 5 lakh respectively. Regarding the proposed establishment of the Weightlifting Sports Academy, the Chief Minister, after discussions with the concerned Minister and officials, said that a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) would soon be signed between the state government and the Academy. Chief Minister Singh also said that he would examine the matter regarding the promotion of Saikhom Mirabai Chanu. Saikhom Mirabai Chanu won a silver medal in the women's 48 kg category weightlifting and Naorem Roshibina Devi won a silver medal in the women's Sanda 60 kg category. After the felicitation, the two silver medallists expressed happiness at being received by Chief Minister Singh. They expressed pride in bringing laurels to the state and added that the love and support shown by the people of Manipur further encourages them in their future endeavour. The felicitation programme was attended by Youth Affairs and Sports (YAS) Minister Konthoujam Govindas Singh, Lamlai Assembly Constituency MLA Khongbantabam Ibomcha, Home Commissioner N. Ashok Kumar, YAS Director Mayengbam Veto Singh and parents of the two silver medalist, among others.
2 PLA cadres among 4 militants nabbed in Manipur
Zeliangrong Civil Society Delegation Meets Manipur Governor, Submits Memorandum
A delegation of civil society organisations representing the Zeliangrong community, led by former minister Jangamlung Panmei, met Manipur Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla at Lok Bhavan in Imphal on Thursday. The delegation submitted a memorandum to the Governor highlighting various concerns relating to the Zeliangrong-inhabited areas and sought his attention towards addressing the issues. The delegation... The post Zeliangrong Civil Society Delegation Meets Manipur Governor, Submits Memorandum first appeared on Northeast Today .
Thadou Inpi Manipur Demands Government Explain Motive Behind Tronglaobi Terror Attack
Imphal, Octover 1: Thadou Inpi Manipur (TIM) demands full justice and public accountability for the barbaric terror attack in Tronglaobi Awang Leikai on 7 April 2026, which killed a 5-year-old boy and a 5-month-old girl and critically injured their mother. The attackers targeted the most defenceless people in Manipur. No cause, political or otherwise, excuses... The post Thadou Inpi Manipur Demands Government Explain Motive Behind Tronglaobi Terror Attack first appeared on Northeast Today .
Manipur CM Meets Former Churachandpur MLA, AR Officials; Discusses Security, Border Fencing
Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand on Thursday held separate meetings with senior BJP leader and Churachandpur MLA V. Hangkhanlian and senior Assam Rifles officers, with discussions focusing on security and border fencing along the Indo-Myanmar border. Hangkhanlian, a former minister and BJP leader, called on the Chief Minister at his official residence in Imphal, Khemchand... The post Manipur CM Meets Former Churachandpur MLA, AR Officials; Discusses Security, Border Fencing first appeared on Northeast Today .
Manipurs Art and Culture Minister Khuraijam Loken Singh on Wednesday urged civil society organisations and other stakeholders not to threaten or intimidate artists, particularly amid the prevailing difficult circumstances in the state, and called for creating an environment in which they can continue contributing to Manipurs cultural life. Speaking at the inauguration of Thakhaisida Manipuri... The post Allow Artists to Continue Their Creative Work: Manipur Minister Urges Civil Society Groups Not To Threaten Or Intimidate Artists first appeared on Northeast Today .
Manipur: Two Juvenile PLA Cadres Apprehended In Tengnoupal
Two juvenile alleged cadres of the Peoples Liberation Army (PLA) were apprehended by Tengnoupal Police and security forces near the India-Myanmar border in Tengnoupal district, officials said. The two juveniles, described as active cadres of the PLA, were apprehended on September 29 near Border Pillar (BP)-87 at Yangoupokpi under Tengnoupal Police Station during a joint... The post Manipur: Two Juvenile PLA Cadres Apprehended In Tengnoupal first appeared on Northeast Today .
Dry weather to persist in Delhi with cooler nights ahead; AQI remains moderate
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 1 (IANS) The weather in the national capital has turned quite dry, with bright sunshine keeping daytime temperatures warm. However, a slight drop in night temperatures is likely. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted clear skies throughout the coming week, with no possibility of rain in Delhi. Bright sunshine was observed across most parts of Delhi from Wednesday morning. However, with northwesterly winds prevailing over the region, the weather has become increasingly dry. The maximum temperature at Delhi's standard observatory at Safdarjung was recorded at 34.2 degrees Celsius, which was 0.5 degrees below normal. The minimum temperature was recorded at 22.4 degrees Celsius. The IMD has said that the southwest monsoon season had ended with a 13 per cent rainfall deficit. However, monsoon rains continue to withdraw from different parts of the country. As the monsoon retreats, parts of southern and northeastern India are expected to receive rainfall on Thursday, according to the IMD. Heavy rainfall is very likely at isolated places over Kerala, South Interior Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Puducherry and Karaikal. In IMD's terminology, 'isolated' refers to rainfall occurring over a small proportion of locations, generally up to 25 per cent of weather stations in a region. Meanwhile, Kerala, coastal Karnataka and the southern parts of Karnataka are expected to receive rainfall at several places on Thursday. Tamil Nadu, Puducherry and Lakshadweep are likely to receive rain at a few places. Karnataka has already experienced a wet spell during the 24 hours ending at 8:30 a.m. on Wednesday. Kibbanahalli in Tumakuru district recorded 10 cm of rainfall, the highest recorded by the IMD during the period. Thunderstorms, lightning and gusty winds of 40-50 kmph are very likely at isolated places over Kerala and Mahe, Rayalaseema, and Tamil Nadu, Puducherry and Karaikal. Winds of 30-40 kmph are expected over Andhra Pradesh, Interior Karnataka and Odisha, while strong surface winds may also prevail over parts of Andhra Pradesh. In the Northeast, thunderstorms and lightning are likely over Assam and Meghalaya, as well as Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram and Tripura. Similar conditions are also expected over East Madhya Pradesh. Scattered rainfall is likely over Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Meghalaya, Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram and Tripura. The southwest monsoon normally begins withdrawing from northwest India in mid-September and completely retreats from the country by mid-October. This year, the withdrawal line currently passes through Gurdaspur (Punjab), Chandigarh, Muzaffarnagar (Uttar Pradesh), Aligarh (UP), Dholpur, Udaipur and Deesa (Rajasthan) before extending to Naliya in Gujarat. The IMD said conditions are likely to become favourable over the next two to three days for the withdrawal of the monsoon from the remaining parts of Punjab, Haryana, Rajasthan and Uttar Pradesh. Similar conditions are expected to develop over most parts of Gujarat and Madhya Pradesh, as well as the entirety of Jammu and Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand. Some parts of Bihar, Jharkhand, Chhattisgarh and Maharashtra may also witness further withdrawal. Meanwhile, Delhi's air quality remained in the moderate category, with several monitoring stations recording elevated pollution levels. The AQI readings included Mandir Marg (150), Aya Nagar (135), CRRI Mathura Road (198), Pusa (22), Sirifort (171), IGI Airport T3 (155), Commonwealth Sports Complex (179), IIT Delhi (249), Anand Vihar (98), Najafgarh (144), Jahangirpuri (207), Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium (173), Sonia Vihar (151), Cantonment Area (106) and Narela (189).
Takhellambam Sen of ARAC produced a stellar performance to make top podium finishes in the Individual Recurve and 70mx70m Recurve events in the 36th Senior State Archery Championship, 2026 organised by Manipur Archery Association at RCC ground, Khuman Lampak, Imphal Sen beat Leishangthem Yuhenba 6 4 in the Individual Recurve final to seal his first gold before amassing 669 points to go for the 70mx70m event gold medal AK Amarjit was third in the men
Irani Cup: Srinagar Ready To Host Historic Clash As Big-ticket Cricket Returns To Sher-i-Kashmir
Save Sharda Temple Committee: Its hard to ignore the sheer buzz around the picturesque Sher-i-Kashmir Stadium. Located in Srinagars Sonwar Bagh area, the ground is nestled in an environmentally rich area by the side of the Jhelum River, tall chinar trees, serene hills and the Shankaracharya temple atop make for a picture-perfect view. Add to it the cool breeze that comes in brings a setting that makes cricket feel at home. But when you look closer, barbed wire rings around the ground catch your eye, while sniffer dogs are doing a final check. Outside, fans jostle in line for passes, holding up a copy of their Aadhaar card, and nobody seems to mind. When the Irani Cup begins here, with Rishabh Pant's Rest of India facing Ranji Trophy champions Jammu and Kashmir, it will mark the start of a time Srinagar has waited for a very long period. The last big-ticket fixture in the city was an ODI between India and Australia in 1986. The one before it, in 1983 against the West Indies, came just months after Kapil Dev's team epically won the ODI World Cup. Raju Raina, then a college student, was in the stands for the clash on October 13, 1983 and still remembers it clearly. Excitement was there as it was the first ODI between India and the West Indies after India were crowned the World Cup winners at the mecca of cricket Lords in London. Upon reaching the stadium, the teams were doing their warm-up. Soon the match started, and India were put in to bat first. It was a full house & the atmosphere was good initially. It was the first time I had the opportunity to see our World Cup-winning cricket stars so up close. One of the friends of my elder brother-in-law got us tickets for 10 rupees, which translates to 1000 rupees for seeing modern-day international games in India. The conditions were comparable to the ones obtainable in England. The ball swung well, as October in Srinagar is pretty cold & fresh. Quite a picturesque cricket stadium, with the Jhelum River on one end & the Shankaracharya hill on the other. A slight breeze was running across the ground, he said in a free-wheeling chat with IANS. After India were bowled out for 176 in 41.2 overs, twelve men came in to dig in the pitch at lunch break, but matters got settled before the West Indies reply started. At 108/0 in 22.4 overs, a dust storm came and forced the game to be abandoned, with the West Indies declared winners. Raju, who also saw a three-day match between North Zone and the visiting Australian team, which had the likes of Ashok Malhotra and Raman Lamba, still remembers it well. The match progressed well until India completed their innings. During lunchtime, suddenly a few people emerged from nowhere and dug up the pitch. But the management got the pitch rolled, and the West Indies innings started. Soon there was a dust storm due to which the match had to be abandoned and the West Indies won. A section of the crowd was restive, engaging in sloganeering etc. Though 12 men were arrested, they were acquitted in 2011. Ravinder Pandita, a former All India Radio and Doordarshan Kashmir commentator who now chairs the Save Sharda Temple Committee - Kashmir, clearly remembers the mood around the 1983 ODI in Srinagar Cricket had its own place in Kashmir, despite the craze for football. Even in cricket, the craze was particularly for Pakistani players because if you go to any college or hostel in those days, then you would find cricket players - not just footballers, cricket players. Before that 1983 ODI, Ranji Trophy matches were going on and, suppose Punjab would come to play or Haryana, they would boo them out. Support was for the J&K team, but J&K was always losing, he said to IANS from Teetwal village. Pandita still remembers the tension before the match in October 1983. Before this India-West Indies ODI, they dug the pitch at night. The West Indian players, I remember, were staying in Broadway Hotel. Many were opposing the hosting of this game, and in this way, the separatists tried to derail it by saying that they don't want to play it happen. Such was the effect that an entertainment band assigned for the entertainment of the visitors couldnt reach their hotel. Then at the last moment, they called us from REC Srinagar. A few youths led by Sukumar Singh Manipuri, who played the guitar, were there, and my brother was playing the mouth organ, and then there would be Anuj Dayal; he would be on the congo. We played in the band and entertained the West Indies players because the main band couldn't come due to the mahaul created. So, it was only the filmi tunes which were played. I think for half an hour we entertained them, and that was the situation. The next day, they found the pitch was dug on the day of the match. Then again, during the lunch break, it was dug in, and then a storm came, and the game was over. So, players had to take cover because booing and throwing bottles were happening towards the Indian fielders. The West Indies were also worried about what would happen in those days. They were quite frightened about whether they were playing in India or not. They were not willing to play, but somehow, I think organisers convinced them to take on the field. So, Indians were always astonished by what was happening. The atmosphere was very bad. The stadium was filled, but it was not mainly for the interest of the game it was full of people there to boo Indian cricketers. Then, next was 1986, India versus Australia ODI. That was captained by Allan Border, and two Kashmiri Pandits were working on the game - Dhruv Narayan Koul, an SBI employee at that time, was the scorer, and I was the commentator, though I didnt do anything as I was observing JP Narayan in English and Indramohan Sahay in Hindi commentary. I interviewed Sunil Gavaskar at a houseboat in Dal Lake, and Allan Border was also there. So, that match went okay and was won by Australia. Then the quiet came. As militancy spread and Kashmiri Pandits like Pandita and Raina were forced to leave Srinagar, paramilitary forces occupied the stadium complex for 18 years and used the dressing rooms as living quarters and stores. First-class cricket returned in 2009, but big games stayed rare. The love of the game never faded, though, and when the Legends League visited Srinagar in 2024, even a makeshift venue was packed. Pandita went back to see the ground for himself two months ago. The majestic Chinar trees are still standing, and I saw them while I was staying in Circuit House. But it's a very small stadium, right? Now we have exposure to bigger stadiums. I thought. 'What kind of a stadium is this?' He believes cricket has won over the valley and its people, now that the likes of Parvez Rasool, Umran Malik, Rasikh Salam and Auqib Nabi are now in India and India A set-ups. Yes, definitely, because the way local tournaments are happening here, people have forgotten football now, while hockey is totally gone. I think Hockey will never pick up again. Football is not the same as it used to be before. So now it's all cricket. Whether it's Baramulla or Anantnag, cricket has become a big thing. That devotion and love for cricket now has a team to match. Jammu and Kashmir won their first Ranji Trophy in February, after 67 years of trying, and Nabis ODI debut in Guwahati, though he leaked 84 runs, made everyone delighted in Srinagar. The stadium was in a race against time to have everything a top-class stadium needs for smooth functioning. He believes cricket has won over the valley and its people, now that the likes of Parvez Rasool, Umran Malik, Rasikh Salam and Auqib Nabi are now in India and India A set-ups. Yes, definitely, because the way local tournaments are happening here, people have forgotten football now, while hockey is totally gone. I think Hockey will never pick up again. Football is not the same as it used to be before. So now it's all cricket. Whether it's Baramulla or Anantnag, cricket has become a big thing. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
Mizoram destroys seized drugs worth over Rs 11.82 crore in Aizawl
Digital Desk | Aizawl, Sep 30 (IANS) Mizoram on Wednesday destroyed seized narcotic substances worth more than Rs 11.82 crore in Aizawl as part of the states intensified crackdown on drug trafficking, officials said. An official said that the Mizoram Excise and Narcotics Department destroyed the seized drugs at Bethani Multipurpose Farm, Phunchawng, following disposal of cases before the courts and in accordance with Section 51A of the Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act, 1985 and the NDPS (Seizure, Storage, Sampling and Disposal) Rules, 2022. The destruction included 5.356 kg of heroin, 19.430 kg of ganja, 1.985 kg of methamphetamine tablets, 89.9 kg of codeine-based cough syrup, 0.418 kg of alprazolam, 0.04 kg of nitrazepam and 6.830 kg of opium, with a combined estimated value of Rs 11,82,13,173. The substances came from 106 cases that had already been disposed of by courts. The national campaign has also placed particular emphasis on the Northeast frontier. Recent operations by the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) have resulted in major methamphetamine tablet seizures in Mizoram, including 15 kg in July and 20 kg in August on the AizawlChamphai route, with investigators indicating that the consignments had entered Mizoram from Myanmar through the ZokhawtharChamphai sector. According to the official, Mizoram has simultaneously strengthened its state-level response. On September 28, the state launched the State Action Plan to Combat Drug Menace 2026-2029, while Tlangmawi in Khawzawl district was declared Mizorams first drug-free village. Commissioner of Excise and Narcotics Z. Lalhmangaiha said the destruction reflected cooperation among the Mizoram Police, Central YMA, voluntary organisations and other agencies, while calling for continued public support in strengthening the fight against drugs. Mizoram and Manipur have emerged as major drug-trafficking corridors in the Northeast because of their long and porous international borders with Myanmar and their proximity to the Golden Triangle, one of the world's major illicit narcotics-producing regions. Six districts of Mizoram and five districts of Manipur share around 910 km of unfenced international border with Myanmar. The highly addictive methamphetamine tablets (also called Yaba tablet or party tablet) contain a mix of methamphetamine and caffeine and are misused as high-dosage drugs in Bangladesh and neighbouring countries, besides India, while various types of cough syrups containing Codeine Phosphate are used as common drugs illegally in Bangladesh. This drug is banned in India. Besides the methamphetamine tablets, heroin and other narcotic substances are smuggled from Myanmar through Mizoram and transported to other parts of India and abroad through clandestine routes.
Manipur CM Khemchand stresses peace, assures action on Pherzawl issues
Tipaimukh Assembly Constituency MLA Ngursanglur Sanate, along with representatives of various organisations from Pherzawl district, called on Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh and apprised him of various issues and grievances concerning the people of the area.
Manipur Chief Minister Honors Hizam Irawats Legacy on His 130th Birth Anniversary
Manipurs CM pays tribute to Hizam Irawat, celebrating his vision for unity and social justice on the leaders 130th birth anniversary. Manipur Chief Minister Honors Hizam Irawats Legacy on His 130th Birth Anniversary
Peace must come first for development, administrative processes, says Manipur CM
Digital Desk | Imphal, Sep 30 (IANS) Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh, on Wednesday, while interacting with a delegation of the Hmar tribal community, stressed that peace must come first and said restoration of peace and stability was essential for taking forward development and administrative processes in the state. The Chief Minister assured the delegation that the issues raised by them would be looked into, and necessary action would be taken. Tipaimukh Assembly Constituency MLA Ngursanglur Sanate, along with representatives of various Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) from tribal-inhabited Pherzawl district, called on Khemchand Singh at the Chief Ministers Bungalow and apprised him of various issues and grievances concerning the people of the area. Manipurs Pherzawl district shares its inter-state borders with Assam and Mizoram and is predominantly inhabited by the Hmar tribal community. It may be noted that the peace initiative involving representatives of the Meitei and Hmar communities, held in Jiribam district in April in the presence of the Chief Minister, has contributed to maintaining peace and harmony between the two communities, who continue to live together peacefully since then. The MLA briefed the Chief Minister on issues relating to road connectivity, electricity and banking services, and sought his intervention to address the difficulties faced by the people. Regarding road connectivity, the delegation sought the upgradation of the Jiribam (along southern Assam)-Tipaimukh road, presently a district road, to National Highway status. They highlighted that the road would provide an important link between National Highway-37 and NH-2, thereby improving connectivity between Jiribam, Tipaimukh and adjoining areas. The delegation also raised issues concerning power connectivity in the area. Among the demands was the proposed power-line connection from Sipuikaun Power Station to Parbung. They also highlighted the need to extend power supply to other areas through the proposed power line connections. The delegation further apprised the Chief Minister of the need to establish a bank in the area, highlighting the difficulties faced by the people due to the absence of banking facilities. The members also raised matters concerning the Pherzawl Autonomous District Council (ADC) and conveyed their concerns and aspirations regarding its establishment. The delegation comprised representatives of ITAC (Indigenous Tribes Advocacy Committee), Pherzawl, and Jiribam, Hmar Inpui Hmarram Region and Hmar Inpui Vangai Region; Secretary, Hmar Inpui Hmarram Region and Rothangkhum, President, Hmar Inpui Vangai Region.
Mizoram: Drugs worth over Rs 846 crore seized, 930 arrested in eight months
Digital Desk | Aizawl, Sep 30 (IANS) Security forces, including the Mizoram Police, have seized various drugs, including highly addictive methamphetamine tablets and heroin, worth over Rs 846 crore and arrested 930 drug peddlers in the state between January and August this year, officials said on Wednesday. A senior Home Department official said that of the 930 people arrested during the first eight months of this year in connection with drug-related cases, 111 were foreigners, mostly Myanmar nationals. He said a total of 635 cases were registered during the January-August period under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act, 1985. According to the official, 45 people, including seven women, died in Mizoram due to drug consumption till August this year. In 2025, 118 people, including 18 women, died due to drug consumption in the state, he said. The official said the state government and security agencies have intensified their efforts to curb drug trafficking and consumption, particularly along the international border with Myanmar. Mizoram Home Minister K. Sapdanga, while addressing a drugs-related awareness campaign in Aizawl, said that the state recently renewed the pledge to safeguard the state and its people from the menace of drugs. Describing Mizoram as a 'gateway of drugs', he highlighted the severe suffering inflicted on many young people and stressed the need for collective action involving enforcement agencies, NGOs and churches. The Home Minister said that beyond targeting drug peddlers and carriers alone, all those associated with the trade must also be thoroughly investigated and dealt with. He called upon all stakeholders to give their best efforts starting today to ensure effective implementation of the State Action Plan, which was formally launched by Mizoram Governor General (Dr) Vijay Kumar Singh (Retd) on Monday. Special emphasis, he noted, would be placed on intensifying operations along the borders to curb the inflow of drugs. While underscoring the need for strict legal action against drug offenders, Sapdanga also emphasised that those struggling with addiction must be approached with compassion and care so they can return to normal life. He further stressed the importance of intensifying drug awareness campaigns in educational institutions to protect the youth. The Minister praised the people of Tlangmawi village for their unity and courage in striving to make their village drug-free, describing their effort as an inspiring message for the entire state and a pure challenge to others. He called upon the youth to recommit themselves so that drugs do not destroy their future, urged parents to remain vigilant over their children, and appealed to NGOs, churches and community leaders to work together with unity in the fight against drugs. Mizoram and Manipur have emerged as major drug-trafficking corridors in the Northeast because of their long and porous international borders with Myanmar and their proximity to the Golden Triangle, one of the world's major illicit narcotics-producing regions. Six districts of Mizoram and five districts of Manipur share around 910 km of unfenced international border with Myanmar.
Manipur: NIA Arrests Second Accused In Tronglaobi IED Attack Case
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has arrested a 48-year-old man from Churachandpur in connection with the April 7 improvised explosive device (IED) attack on a residential house at Tronglaobi Awang Leikai in Manipurs Bishnupur district, in which two minor children were killed and another person was injured. The accused, identified as Thangmang Haokip, is the... The post Manipur: NIA Arrests Second Accused In Tronglaobi IED Attack Case first appeared on Northeast Today .
NIA arrests second accused Thangmang Haokip in explosive device attack case in Manipur
Thangmang Haokip was arrested by the National Investigation Agency for involvement in an explosive device attack. The attack, which occurred in April 2026, resulted in the death of two minor children. Another individual was also injured during the incident, which involved an unexploded improvised RPG found nearby. This case was re-registered by NIA under various legal provisions after the initial investigation.
Mizoram: New bus service to connect Sairang with Churachandpur from October 1
Aizawl: Mizoram Transport Minister Vanlalhlana on Tuesday flagged off two 21-seater buses, marking the launch of an inter-state bus service connecting Sairang near Aizawl with Churachandpur in Manipur. Regular operations are scheduled to begin from October 1. The private service, operated by VK Tawna Travels, is expected to provide an additional travel option for people [] The post Mizoram: New bus service to connect Sairang with Churachandpur from October 1 appeared first on NorthEast Now .
NIA Arrests Two More Suspects in Attack on Manipur CMs Convoy
The NIA has arrested two suspects linked to the armed attack on Manipurs Chief Ministers convoy, expanding its investigation into the incident. NIA Arrests Two More Suspects in Attack on Manipur CMs Convoy
NIA Arrests Second Suspect in Manipur IED Attack That Killed Two Children
The NIA has arrested a second suspect linked to a deadly IED attack in Manipur that resulted in the deaths of two minors. NIA Arrests Second Suspect in Manipur IED Attack That Killed Two Children
Mizoram launches bus services to Churachandpur amid Manipur strife
NIA arrests two more accused in connection with armed ambush on Manipur CM's convoy
The accused have been produced before the Special Court and remanded to 8 days' police custody. Further investigation is underway to ascertain their specific roles, establish their linkages with other members of the conspiracy, and identify and apprehend other persons involved in the offence.
NIA arrests 13 for links with Bangladesh terror outfit
The probe agency also arrested three in Manipur, including two for ambushing the Chief Ministers convoy
NIA Arrests 2 More in 2024 Ambush on Ex-Manipur CMs Convoy
The accused have been identified as Jangminlun Singson alias Franky (44), a resident of Bethel, Churachandpur, and Thangjoel Haokip alias Thangboi (21), a resident of Gamphajang Tuibong, Churachandpur, they said.
Imphal, September 29: The Kuki-Zo Council (KZC), the common political platform of the Kuki-Zo community, on Tuesday reaffirmed its demand for a Union Territory with legislature and warned of intensified agitation if the government fails to act by October 10 over the Kuki-Zo bodies lying in cold storage at Churachandpur District Hospital. The KZC held... The post Manipur: Kuki-Zo Council Warns Of Intensified Agitation Over Union Territory Demand, Sets Oct 10 Deadline first appeared on Northeast Today .
NIA arrests second suspect in Manipur Tronglaobi IED attack case
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Manipur Tangkhul Body Urges Centre, Manipur Government To Ensure Seurity Of Nagas In border Areas
Tangkhul Aze Katamnao Long (TAKL) has expressed concern over the security of Naga people living in border areas of Manipur and urged the Centre and the state government to take concrete measures to protect them. Addressing a press conference at the Manipur Press Club in Imphal on Tuesday, TAKL president Yarchuiso Kashung said Naga-inhabited areas... The post Manipur Tangkhul Body Urges Centre, Manipur Government To Ensure Seurity Of Nagas In border Areas first appeared on Northeast Today .
Mizoram-Manipur Inter-State Bus Service To Begin Operations From October 1
AIZAWL, Sep 29: Mizoram PWD Minister Pu Vanlalhlana on Tuesday flagged off two 21-seater buses, launching an inter-state bus service between Sairang near Aizawl and Lamka in Manipur. The service, operated by VK Tawna Travels, will commence regular operations from October 1. The buses will run daily between Sairang and Lamka, covering around 360 km... The post Mizoram-Manipur Inter-State Bus Service To Begin Operations From October 1 first appeared on Northeast Today .
Manipur Security Forces Seize Heroin, Codeine Syrup In Separate Operations
Security forces and district police teams seized suspected heroin and codeine-based cough syrup in separate anti-narcotics operations in Imphal East and Bishnupur districts on September 28, arresting three people and apprehending a juvenile, police said. In the first operation, a joint team of Imphal East District Police, security forces and YADAM conducted a search at... The post Manipur Security Forces Seize Heroin, Codeine Syrup In Separate Operations first appeared on Northeast Today .
Manipur Artist Sarungbam Nimai Singh Wins Lalit Kala Akademi Award
Manipur artist Sarungbam Nimai Singh of Yumnam Leikai, Imphal, has been selected for the Lalit Kala Akademi Award at the 65th National Exhibition of Art. Nimai Singh is among 20 artists selected for the award from 6,175 entries received from across India. His acclaimed teak wood sculpture, Mudra-1, earned recognition at the national-level exhibition. Congratulating... The post Manipur Artist Sarungbam Nimai Singh Wins Lalit Kala Akademi Award first appeared on Northeast Today .
Weather today September 29: IMD has issued a heavy rain alert for South Interior Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Assam and the northeast states of Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram and Tripura for September 29. A deep depression over the Andaman Sea is crossing into Myanmar and moving towards the northeast Bay of Bengal.
Manipur has proud history of women's empowerment and activism: Guv
Digital Desk | Imphal, Sep 28 (IANS) Manipur Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla said on Monday that the state has a proud and unparalleled history of women's empowerment and activism, from the historic 'Nupi Lal' (Women's War) to the continuous vigil of 'Meira Paibis' (women torchbearers) and the unique economic empowerment represented by Ima Keithel. The Governor added that Manipuri women have always been at the forefront of the society and form a vital backbone of the state's workforce, including the government sector. Manipur Police Training College (MPTC) at Pangei in collaboration with the Social Welfare Department organised a One-Day Inter-Departmental Workshop on The Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013 at City Convention Centre at Palace Compound in Imphal. Governor Bhalla said that every person should be able to work and develop professionally without fear of humiliation or harassment at work places. He also added that the Union government is taking steps against violence and crime against women, with initiatives like 181 Women Helpline, One Stop Centres which have been established in each and every district across the country in support to the women against violence of any sort. He said that the Manipur State Legal Services Authority (MASLSA) is also actively working to provide free legal aid and raise para legal awareness among women. The Governor asserted that the POSH Act, 2013, must be implemented in convergence with these existing institutional mechanisms, adding that the Act should be understood not merely as a mechanism of dealing with complaints, but as a framework for prevention and responsible work place conduct. He called upon the people to understand the professional boundaries, treat one another with respect and address inappropriate behaviour before it becomes a norm. Speaking at the programme, Deputy Chief Minister Losii Dikho said, A safe workplace is not created by law alone. It is created by the everyday conduct of the people who work there. He added that creating a respectful workplace requires responsibility from every employee and asserted that every department must ensure that employees understand acceptable workplace conduct, know where to seek assistance and have confidence in the available redressal mechanisms. Losii Dikho said that the responsibility for preventing harassment cannot be placed upon women alone, adding that men must be active partners in creating professional workplaces. He added that head of the departments and senior officers must lead through their own conduct and establish clear standards, respond promptly to concerns and ensure that inappropriate behaviour is neither normalised nor dismissed as a joke. He said that Manipur is passing through a period in which the institutions need greater unity, sensitivity and trust. The Deputy Chief Minister asserted that awareness and sensitisation should become continuing institutional practices rather than one-time activities, and added that awareness must reach beyond conference halls and government offices. He noted many women in the state earn their livelihood in the unorganised sector as vendors, domestic helpers, agricultural labourers, daily wage earners, construction workers and workers in small establishments. Losii Dikho emphasised the need to ensure that awareness, protection and assistance reaches them. He also said that the important role of the local committees at district level in extending protection of the law to those who may not have access to an Internal Committee. The Deputy Chief Minister also added that a safe workplace is not a concession given to women, but a basic condition of dignified employment and good governance. He asserted that a respectful workplace is not only a women's issue but an institutional responsibility and a measure of our professionalism. Losii Dikho urged all to commit themselves to workplaces where merit is recognised, boundaries are respected, complaints are heard fairly and no person is humiliated through harassment, slander or malicious rumours. A short film on POSH Act, 2013, titled Sinthasang was also screened as part of the programme.
Supreme Court disposes PIL after Manipur reopens NH-2 highway
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SC orders status quo in dispute over 638-crore Manipur road tenders
The dispute concerns two notices inviting tenders issued by the Manipur State Rural Roads Development Agency for construction and maintenance of roads under the Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana
Manipur: Naga protest shutdown disrupts normal life in Senapati after killing of 3 civilians
A 12-hour shutdown in Senapati district, Manipur, has caused major disruptions, initiated by the Naga Peoples Organisation protesting the tragic deaths of three Naga civilians. The incident, which unfolded in Kailenjang village, resulted in the immediate death of two civilians, with a third succumbing to injuries later. The Naga Peoples Organisation insists on a comprehensive investigation.
Manipur violence: Over 60 killed since early 2026, N Biren Singh says
Former Manipur chief minister N Biren Singh said more than 60 people have been killed since early 2026 as violence continues unchecked in the state. His remarks came after suspected militants killed two Naga civilians and injured two others in Senapati district. At least 306 people have been killed and 49 remain missing since ethnic violence began in May 2023.
Manipurs Tourism Decline Linked to Ethnic Violence, Says Chief Minister
Chief Minister of Manipur highlights a significant drop in tourism due to ethnic violence, urging collective efforts for restoration. Manipurs Tourism Decline Linked to Ethnic Violence, Says Chief Minister
Mizoram conducts 360 anti-drug activities under Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan
Digital Desk | Aizawl, Sep 27 (IANS) As part of the Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan (NMBA), Mizoram has conducted 360 anti-drug awareness activities across all 11 districts in three phases, reaching 1,48,805 people, officials said on Sunday. Mizoram and neighbouring Manipur have emerged as major drug-trafficking corridors in the Northeast because of their long and porous international borders with Myanmar and their proximity to the Golden Triangle, one of the world's major illicit narcotics-producing regions. Six districts of Mizoram and five districts of Manipur share around 910 km of unfenced international border with Myanmar. During a review meeting in Aizawl, Union Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerments Secretary Sudhansh Pant commended Mizorams efforts in drug demand reduction, noting that the state had ranked first in India in July this year. He urged the state to sustain its efforts and emphasised the importance of prevention, awareness, treatment, rehabilitation and supply reduction. Pant also appreciated Mizorams three-tier Drug Demand Reduction Committee mechanism and initiatives such as the Narcotics Anonymous booklet, Standard Operating Procedure and accreditation of Drug Rehabilitation Centres, and encouraged the State to share these initiatives with the Ministry for possible replication at the national level. According to an official of the Social Welfare Department of Mizoram government, State, District and Block-level Drug Demand Reduction Committees have been established for coordination and monitoring. Under the National Action Plan for Drug Demand Reduction (NAPDDR), Mizoram has 10 Integrated Rehabilitation Centres for Addicts, District De-addiction Centres in six districts, two Outreach and Drop-in Centres, five District Treatment Facilities, and Addiction Treatment Facilities at Aizawl and Champhai District Hospitals. The States Hulhliap initiative, launched in June 2025 for short-term care, recovery and rehabilitation of persons affected by substance abuse, has so far admitted 2,255 persons and conducted 20-day detoxification, medical treatment and psycho-spiritual counselling camps. A follow-up Narcotics Anonymous Awareness Programme, conducted jointly with the Presbyterian Church and Mizoram Drug Users Forum, has also reached church leaders, youth, families and recovering drug users. In the area of senior citizens, the State Senior Citizens Home provides residential care, healthcare and psychosocial support. Under the State Action Plan for Senior Citizens (SAPSrC), 613 free cataract surgeries, 475 health screenings and 181 dementia screenings were conducted during 2025-26. Another round of activities is being implemented during 2026-27. Under Atal Vayo Abhyuday Yojana (AVYAY), geriatric caregiver training and other programmes for senior citizens are also being implemented.
Manipur CM calls for peace, infra upgrade to boost tourism
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Yet conflict is only one part of Manipurs story. The state has given India a remarkable cultural inheritance: Sagol Kangjei, the indigenous form from which modern polo evolved. Ras Leela, Lai Haraoba, Thabal Chongba, Pung Cholom, Thang-Ta, Sarit-Sarak, Luivat Pheizak, Lam-Kut-Lam are all cultural extravaganzas which rest of India should know
Ethnic violence hit tourism in Manipur, tourist inflow declined drastically: CM
Digital Desk | Imphal, Sep 27 (IANS) Tourist inflow in Manipur has declined drastically due to the ethnic violence in the state, Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh said on Sunday. Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla and the Chief Minister on Sunday jointly attended the observance of World Tourism Day 2026 on the theme Digital Agenda and Artificial Intelligence to Redesign Tourism at Sangai Ethnic Park at Moirang Khunou in Bishnupur district. Addressing the gathering, Khemchand Singh noted that before the 2023 ethnic violence that hit the state of Manipur, around 1.75 lakh tourists visited the state, which was higher than the number of tourists visiting Mizoram at that time. However, in the present scenario, the number of tourists visiting Mizoram has crossed 8 lakh, resulting in an increase in revenue generated by the neighbouring state, while the tourist inflow in Manipur has drastically decreased due to the ethnic hostilities in the state, he noted. Khemchand Singh maintained that in a peaceful small state like Sikkim, the inflow of tourists is more than 17 lakh in a year and attributed the increase to the stable law and order situation. He noted that tourists would not visit Manipur in the absence of a peaceful environment. The tourism sector, which is expected to generate substantial revenue for the state, has witnessed a decline due to the prevailing law and order situation, he pointed out. Khemchand Singh added that the government alone cannot bring peace in the state and that it requires the collective efforts of all stakeholders. He further added that beautification of tourist spots alone is not enough. There is a need to improve the overall tourism itinerary and facilities to a standard that would be acceptable to foreign tourists visiting Manipur, the Chief Minister observed. Governor Bhalla stated that the true strength of Manipur tourism goes beyond its landscapes and monuments; it lies in the people and communities. The real tourism lies in our distinctive way of life and separate tradition for welcoming guests. The theme for this years World Tourism Day is particularly relevant at a time when technology transforms how people discover, experience, and share destinations, he said. For Manipur, this represents tremendous possibilities, the Governor said, adding that the government is actively promoting homestays, empowering local families to convert their homes into tourist accommodations, thereby ensuring that tourism revenue reaches the grassroots. Tourism Minister Khuraijam Loken Singh stated that the tourism sector contributes significantly to generating revenue for the state. He added that when the state takes an initiative to generate revenue, no one should cause any hindrance to its functioning, as this would slow down the development process in the state. He further stated that without unity among the 36 different communities residing in Manipur, there can be no peace and development. Thanga Assembly Constituency MLA Tongbram Robindro Singh stated that the future of tourism in Manipur must be community-centred and all elements of the communities should have opportunities to participate in the tourism value chain. He added that young entrepreneurs must be encouraged to build tourism solutions based on local needs. During the programme, the Governor officially launched the Manipur Tech Innovation Foundation (MTIF) Portal, while the Chief Minister relaunched the revamped Explore Manipur Re-Imagining Tourism Portal. The Governor presented Re-Imagining Manipur Hackathon awards to the winners, while the Chief Minister presented awards to the bikers who participated in a bike rally held in the early hours of the day as part of the observation. The state government announced during the programme that NorthEast United Football Club will bring the Indian Super League (ISL) to Manipur for the first time, with an ISL match scheduled to be held in the state on November 24. The programme also featured cultural dance performances and songs. Deputy Chief Minister Losii Dikho, Home Minister Konthoujam Govindas Singh, the Chief Secretary, the Director General of Police, senior officials and locals attended the event.
Manipur peace requires community dialogue, not military force: Kiren Rijiju
Talking about the ongoing conflict in Manipur, Union Minister Kiren Rijiju said the Meitei and Kuki communities, as well as the Naga and Kuki communities, must talk to each other to find an amicable solution
Toll in militant firing in Manipur's Senapati rises to 3 with death of injured man in hospital
The killings had taken place barely an hour before the United Naga Council announced its decision to suspend its four-month-old economic blockade along the national highways in the State
Consumers brace for 3-day bank strike; certain banks open on Sunday
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 27 (IANS) State Bank of India (SBI), Bank of Baroda (BoB), Punjab National Bank (PNB) and several other public sector banks are open on Sunday (September 27), giving customers an opportunity to complete their banking work before a proposed three-day nationwide bank strike from September 28 to September 30. The special Sunday opening applies to public sector banks (PSBs) and regional rural banks (RRBs), following a direction aimed at ensuring the availability of regular banking services ahead of the proposed strike. Customers who need to visit a branch for important banking work can therefore use the additional working day, subject to the operational arrangements and staffing at individual branches. The decision to open PSBs and RRBs on Sunday was taken following a meeting held on September 21 between officials from the Finance Ministry, public sector banks, regional rural banks, the Indian Banks' Association (IBA) and NABARD. The move assumes significance as September 26 and 27 fall on Saturday and Sunday, respectively. With the proposed bank strike scheduled immediately after the weekend, customers could otherwise have faced several consecutive days with limited access to physical branch services. The Sunday opening has consequently been planned to provide an additional opportunity to complete important banking transactions before the strike. Among the public sector banks operating today are State Bank of India, Canara Bank, Bank of Baroda, Punjab National Bank, Bank of India, Indian Bank, Union Bank of India, Bank of Maharashtra, UCO Bank, Central Bank of India, Indian Overseas Bank and Punjab & Sind Bank. The arrangement also covers 28 regional rural banks across the country. These include Andhra Pradesh Grameena Bank, Arunachal Pradesh Rural Bank, Assam Gramin Bank, Bihar Gramin Bank, Chhattisgarh Gramin Bank, Gujarat Gramin Bank, Haryana Gramin Bank, Himachal Pradesh Gramin Bank, Jammu and Kashmir Grameen Bank, Jharkhand Gramin Bank, Karnataka Grameena Bank, Kerala Grameena Bank, Madhya Pradesh Gramin Bank, Maharashtra Gramin Bank, Manipur Rural Bank, Meghalaya Rural Bank, Mizoram Rural Bank, Nagaland Rural Bank, Odisha Grameen Bank, Puducherry Grama Bank, Punjab Gramin Bank, Rajasthan Gramin Bank, Tamil Nadu Grama Bank, Telangana Grameena Bank, Tripura Gramin Bank, Uttar Pradesh Gramin Bank, Uttarakhand Gramin Bank and West Bengal Gramin Bank. However, the Sunday opening arrangement does not automatically extend to private sector banks. The special Sunday banking arrangement comes ahead of the proposed three-day nationwide strike called by the United Forum of Bank Unions (UFBU) and other bank unions from September 28 to September 30.
Manipur puts cabinet expansion on hold amid violence
Grappling with ongoing violence, Manipur's government is currently operating with a limited council of ministers. Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh has prioritized restoring peace and normalcy in the state. Despite the ongoing conflict, cabinet expansion may only be considered after the Durga Puja celebrations. The violence has resulted in significant fatalities and displacement within the affected communities. The situation remains tense as the state prepares for upcoming assembly polls.
2 Naga Civilians Shot Dead In Manipur, 2nd Such Incident In 3 Days
Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh was in the Mao area on Saturday, which is nearly 30 km from the incident site.
2 more Naga men killed as ethnic violence flares up in Manipur again
Two Naga civilians shot dead in Manipur's Senapati district
Two members of the Mao Naga community were shot dead by suspected militants in Senapati district. This violence follows an earlier incident where four civilians from the Tangkhul Naga community were also killed. Additionally, militants set fire to more than 41 houses, a church, and public structures in the Kangpokpi district. The attacks occurred in multiple villages during the same time period.
Gunmen Kill Two Naga Villagers in Manipurs Senapati District
Two Naga villagers were shot dead in Senapati, Manipur, prompting outrage from local leaders and concerns over ongoing violence. Gunmen Kill Two Naga Villagers in Manipurs Senapati District
The killings took place barely an hour before the United Naga Council announced its decision to suspend its four-month-old economic blockade along national highways in the state.
Two more Naga villagers shot dead in Manipur's Senapati
Digital Desk | Imphal, Sep 26 (IANS) Unidentified militants shot dead two more Naga villagers and injured two others in Manipur's Senapati district on Saturday, police officials said. Saturday's incident took place two days after suspected militants killed four Naga community men in Kamjong district. A police official in Imphal said that Saturday's violent incident took place at Kalajan village in the Naga-majority Senapati district. The deceased have been identified as Rocky Mao and Kumar Poumai. The injured, identified as Adani Manio, 33, and Ashiho Sani, 49, were shifted to a private hospital in Senapati district for medical treatment. The bodies of the victims were taken to Senapati District Hospital for post-mortem examination, officials said. Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh, former Chief Minister N. Biren Singh and several other leaders strongly condemned the killings. Taking to his Facebook account, CM Khemchand Singh wrote: I strongly condemn the killing of two civilians and injuring two others by unidentified militants at Kalajan village in Senapati district today. The attack is a cowardly act of violence against innocent lives. The two individuals who sustained injuries have been shifted to a hospital in Senapati for immediate medical treatment. I convey my heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families and pray for the speedy recovery of the injured, he said. In a post on X, Biren Singh said: More than 60 deaths since early this year, and the cycle of violence continues unchecked. The killing of Rocky from Chaowainamai village and Kumar from Laii Shirafii village in Senapati district is a matter of grave concern. Armed militants entered their home and shot them dead while they were asleep. These were civilians who deserved to live without fear. How long are we going to keep counting bodies instead of holding those responsible accountable and bringing the deteriorating law and order situation under control? I extend my deepest sympathies to the bereaved families and the people of the affected villages. May the departed souls rest in peace, the former Chief Minister said. Meanwhile, the bodies of four men, allegedly shot dead by suspected militants, were found in Manipur's Kamjong district on Friday. The victims, all belonging to the Tangkhul Naga community, were identified as Betterson Jajo, Vareishim Jajo, Phami Jajo and Ningthem Kashak. Phami Jajo was the son of Vareishim Jajo. A police official in Imphal said the bodies, bearing bullet injuries, were recovered from an isolated location near the Myanmar border in remote Pilong village, around 34 km from the Kamjong district headquarters, following a prolonged search by police and local residents. The bodies were being brought to the Kamjong District Hospital for post-mortem examinations, the official said. According to local residents, suspected militants from neighbouring Myanmar crossed into India and allegedly ambushed a group of five villagers on Thursday (September 24). One of the villagers managed to escape and alerted the local authorities, they said. At least 13 people have been killed in separate gun attacks allegedly carried out by suspected militants in September in Tamenglong, Kangpokpi, Noney and Kamjong districts.
Peace essential for Manipurs economic development, says CM Khemchand Singh
Digital Desk | Imphal, Sep 26 (IANS) Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh on Saturday said that restoration of peace is essential for economic development and building a stronger and more developed state, stressing that peace and economic growth are closely interconnected. How can we develop if the States economy is affected? The only way to build a developed Manipur and a stronger economy is to restore peace, the Chief Minister said. The Chief Minister was speaking at the Silver Jubilee Celebration of Don Bosco College at Maram in Senapati district to commemorate 25 years of the Institutions journey under the theme Heritage to Horizons. On his arrival, the Chief Minister was accorded a warm welcome by a large gathering of students, faculty members, alumni, local leaders and members of the public. Highlighting the economic impact of the ethnic violence, Khemchand Singh said that Manipur had suffered a loss of around Rs 1,300 crore in GST collection during the last three years. He said that the economic disruption caused by the crisis has affected development and the livelihoods of people, especially those living below the poverty line. He said that the purpose of education is not merely to acquire degrees but to create a better, responsible and developed society. In this context, the Chief Minister observed that the demands and aspirations raised by Don Bosco College are ultimately aimed at creating a better society and securing a better future for Manipur. Recalling the long history of Manipur, he said that the state has been safeguarded through the collective contributions of its 36 communities over 2000 years. The Chief Minister stressed that the strength of Manipur lies in its unity and that if the people remain divided, the collective strength of the State will become weak. Khemchand Singh has previously emphasised that development can take place only when all communities progress together. He said that Manipur is a state comprising various communities and noted that misunderstandings and communication gaps among communities have unfortunately contributed to various issues. Recalling his experiences of living and travelling in foreign countries, the Chief Minister spoke about the importance of humanity, honesty and mutual respect in building a progressive society. He urged the people of Manipur to uphold these values in their everyday lives and to work towards creating a society based on trust, understanding and cooperation. Emphasising the importance of environmental conservation, Khemchand Singh urged people to protect the States natural resources and forests. He appealed that whenever a tree is cut, two or three saplings should be planted in its place, stressing that development must go hand in hand with environmental responsibility. The Chief Minister acknowledged the memorandum submitted by the college and assured that the concerns raised would be examined and addressed by the Government. He said that the matter of increasing the number of teaching staff would be discussed with the Education Department and efforts would be made to address the requirement soon. Regarding strengthening of infrastructure, the Chief Minister announced that the proposed Science Block-cum-Administrative Block of the college would be taken up under the College Fagathansi Mission. The celebration featured various cultural performances and traditional presentations, adding colour to the Silver Jubilee programme. The event was also attended by Deputy Chief Minister Losii Dikho and other dignitaries.
Major Naga Organization Lifts Economic Blockade in Manipur After Tripartite Talks in Guwahati
The United Naga Council has lifted its blockade in Manipur following a tripartite meeting with the central and state governments in Guwahati. Major Naga Organization Lifts Economic Blockade in Manipur After Tripartite Talks in Guwahati
Govt extends AFSPA in parts of Manipur, Nagaland, Arunachal
New Delhi: The Centre has extended the Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act, 1958, in specified areas of Nagaland, Arunachal Pradesh and Manipur for another six months from October 1, according to Gazette notifications published on Friday, September 25. This followed a review of the law and order situation there. The AFSPA, which gives special powers 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 .
Two Naga civilians killed in Manipurs Senapati district
Two more were injured in a suspected extremist attack in Senapati district; this comes barely two days after Myanmar-based assailants gunned down four people in Kamjong district
Key Naga body suspends four-month blockade in Manipur after tripartite talks in Guwahati
Digital Desk | Imphal, Sep 26 (IANS) The United Naga Council (UNC), the apex body of Naga tribes in Manipur, on Saturday announced the suspension of its nearly four-month-old economic blockade along the National Highways in the state following a tripartite meeting with the Centre and the Manipur government in Assams Guwahati. According to a senior official of the Manipur Home Department, the tripartite meeting with the UNC was held at the BSF Guwahati Frontier headquarters at Garbhanga near Guwahati as part of the prevailing law and order situation in Manipur and related peace-building measures. Officials from the Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) and the Manipur government, along with leaders of the UNC, participated in the important meeting. After the meeting, UNC President N.G. Lorho, in a statement, said that following the agreement reached during the tripartite talks between the Government of Manipur, the Government of India and the UNC in Guwahati, the council had decided to suspend the ongoing economic blockade with effect from 6 p.m. on Saturday. The United Naga Council appreciates the cooperation and solidarity extended by all concerned during the course of the agitation, the statement said. The Imphal-Jiribam National Highway (NH-37) and the Imphal-Dimapur National Highway (NH-2) are the two crucial lifelines of Manipur, connecting the landlocked Northeastern state with the rest of the country. The blockade was imposed by the UNC in May following the kidnapping of six Naga civilians from Leilon Vaiphei village in Kangpokpi district, which is mostly inhabited by Kuki-Zo tribals. The bodies of the six abducted Naga villagers were recovered on June 10, triggering widespread anger and agitations in different parts of Manipur. The blockade severely affected the transportation of essential commodities and fuel in the state and led to a rise in the prices of various items. The prolonged disruption also affected the movement of vehicles and supplies along the major highways passing through Naga-inhabited areas of Manipur. Saturdays Guwahati meeting assumes significance as the blockade had disrupted movement along the two major highways, affecting the transportation of essential commodities into Manipur from outside the state. The tripartite meeting between the Centre, the Manipur government and the leading Naga civil society organisations is being viewed as an important step towards restoring normalcy and creating conditions conducive to wider peace-building efforts in the state. The meeting in Guwahati came after the UNC and other Naga civil society organisations had maintained the blockade for several months over their demands following the abduction and subsequent killing of six Naga civilians. The UNC had earlier maintained that the agitation would continue until action was taken in connection with the deaths of the six civilians and other issues raised by the Naga organisations. The suspension of the blockade is expected to facilitate the movement of essential commodities, fuel and other supplies through NH-2 and NH-37, which are among the key road links connecting Manipur with neighbouring states and the rest of the country.
Ibobi accuses Centre, Manipur govt of being silent spectators to killings
Manipur Naga body decides to lift highway blockades
The decision follows a tripartite meeting with the Centre and Manipur government at the Border Security Forces Frontier Headquarters in Guwahati; the decision to pause the blockade after more than three months is seen as a significant step toward easing the transportation and supply crisis in Manipur
AFSPA extended in Manipur, Nagaland and Arunachal Pradesh: What does the law mean? | Explained
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Centre extends AFSPA in parts of Manipur, Nagaland and Arunachal for six months
Imphal: The Ministry of Home Affairs announced a six-month extension of the Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act (AFSPA) in designated regions of Manipur, Nagaland, and Arunachal Pradesh, effective October 1. Officials stated that the decision followed a comprehensive review of the security and law-and-order situation in the three northeastern states. The extension coincides with a [] The post Centre extends AFSPA in parts of Manipur, Nagaland and Arunachal for six months appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Manipur CM announces financial aid for women street vendors at Seva Sankalp Abhiyan 2026
Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh attended the Seva Sankalp Abhiyan event in Moirang. He announced a financial assistance scheme for women street vendors before Ningol Chakouba, 2026. The Chief Minister emphasized the negative impact of recent crises on the State's economy and revenue. Singh urged unity among communities to restore peace after the crisis period.
Manipur Announces Financial Aid for Women Vendors Ahead of Ningol Chakkouba
Manipurs Chief Minister announces special financial assistance for women vendors to support their daily needs before Ningol Chakkouba festival. Manipur Announces Financial Aid for Women Vendors Ahead of Ningol Chakkouba
AFSPA Extended for Six Months in Manipur, Nagaland, and Arunachal Pradesh
The Indian government has extended the Armed Forces Special Powers Act in several areas of Manipur, Nagaland, and Arunachal Pradesh for six months. AFSPA Extended for Six Months in Manipur, Nagaland, and Arunachal Pradesh
Four Naga civilians killed in fresh Manipur attack
A shocking attack occurred on Thursday when militants shot four civilians in Pilong village, Manipur, leading to widespread condemnation from officials. In the aftermath, about 41 houses were ignited across three villages in Kangpokpi district, forcing community members to abandon their homes. Emergency calls for peace were made by Chief Minister Y Khemchand Singh, highlighting rising concerns over security in the affected regions.
Bodies of 4 Tangkhul Naga civilians killed by Myanmar Kuki group found near border in Manipur
Such Acts Of Violence Have No Place In Our Society: CM Khemchand
Centre extends Afspa in parts of Manipur, Arunachal, Nagaland for 6 more months
Centre extends AFSPA in Manipur, Nagaland, Arunachal
The Central government has extended the Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act, 1958, for another six months in specified areas of Nagaland, Manipur, and Arunachal Pradesh, effective from October 1. This decision follows a review of the law and order situation in these northeastern states, maintaining the disturbed area declaration in various districts and police station jurisdictions.
MHA extends AFSPA in Manipur for six months from October 1, excludes 13 police station areas
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Centre extends AFSPA in 'disturbed areas' of Manipur, Nagaland, Arunachal Pradesh by six months
Digital Desk | New Delhi/Imphal, Sep 25 (IANS) The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) extended the Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act, 1958, for another six months in most parts of Manipur, several districts of Nagaland, and certain districts of Arunachal Pradesh, officials said on Friday. According to three separate notifications issued by the MHA, the further extension of the special law would be effective from October 1. The AFSPA, which gives armed forces operating in the notified disturbed areas sweeping powers to search, arrest, and open fire if they deem it necessary for the maintenance of public order, was extended on Thursday for six more months in the entire state of Manipur, excluding the areas falling under the jurisdiction of the 13 police stations of five districts Imphal West, Imphal East, Thoubal, Bishnupur, and Kakching. Of the total 16 districts in Manipur, these five districts are located in the Imphal Valley region. Manipur has been devastated by the ethnic violence between the majority Meitei and the minority Kuki-Zo-Hmar tribals since May 3, 2023. After the prolonged ethnic violence, which claimed over 260 lives since May 2023, Manipur came under Presidents rule on February 13, 2025, four days after Chief Minister N Biren Singh, who was heading the second BJP-led government, resigned on February 9. The Presidents Rule was withdrawn after Yumnam Khemchand Singh took over as the Chief Minister on February 4 this year. Officials in Imphal said that the MHA notification was issued after the review of the law and order situation in the state,in exercise of the powers conferred by Section 3 of the AFSPA, 1958. Another MHA notification said that the AFSPA has been extended in nine districts of Nagaland -- Dimapur, Niuland, Chumoukedima, Mon, Kiphire, Noklak, Phekm, Peren and Meluri and 21 police stations in five other districts Kohima, Mokokchung, Longleng, Wokha and Zunheboto - with these areas declared 'disturbed areas for a period of six months. Another MHA notification said that the AFSPA has also been extended in Tirap, Changlang and Longding districts in Arunachal Pradesh and the areas falling within the jurisdiction of Namsai, Mahadevpur and Chowkham police stations in Namsai district of the state, bordering Assam, and declared these areas as a disturbed area for a period of six months with effect from October 1. The law and order situations of the areas of Nagaland and Arunachal Pradesh, where the AFSPA has been extended, were also reviewed by the government. Many organisations in Manipur, including the Manipuri Students Federation (MSF), the Nupi Khunai-Yairipok, and the Meira Paibis, and other Northeastern states have been off and on agitating, demanding withdrawal of the AFSPA from their states. Meanwhile, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma earlier said that the MHA has lifted the AFSPA from many parts of his state. The AFSPA was originally imposed across Assam in 1990, during a peak in insurgent activities led by the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA). Since then, it has been renewed every six months, with periodic reviews leading to the gradual exclusion of certain areas based on the prevailing security situation. With significant improvement in the security situation, the AFSPA was lifted from Tripura in 2015, Meghalaya in 2018, and Mizoram in the 1980s.
Centre extends AFSPA in parts of Manipur, Nagaland and Arunachal Pradesh for six months
The Centre has announced an extension of the Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act in several northeastern states. The law has been extended for six months in specified regions of Nagaland, Arunachal Pradesh, and Manipur. In Manipur, the disturbed area declaration covers the entire state except certain police station jurisdictions. Nine districts of Nagaland and certain districts of Arunachal Pradesh are also included under AFSPA.
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Home Ministry Declared Manipur
In the latest development, the Centre has extended the disturbed area status under the Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act (AFSPA), 1958, across most of Manipur for another six months from October 1, 2026. The latest notification issued by the
The latest notification on AFSPA, which gives special powers to the Armed Forces, comes in effect from October 1, unless withdrawn earlier; the notification said
Centre extends AFSPA in 'disturbed areas' of Manipur, Nagaland, Arunachal Pradesh
The AFSPA, which gives special powers to the Armed Forces, will remain in effect in these areas for six months from October 1, unless withdrawn earlier, the notification said.
Centre declares entire Manipur except 13 police station areas 'disturbed area' under AFSPA
The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has declared Manipur as disturbed area' under AFSPA for six months.
Four Naga villagers found murdered in Manipur's Kamjong; CM, Naga body condemn killings
Digital Desk | Imphal, Sep 25 (IANS) The bodies of four men, allegedly shot dead by suspected militants, were found in Manipur's Kamjong district on Friday, police said. The victims, all belonging to the Tangkhul Naga community, were identified as Betterson Jajo, Vareishim Jajo, Phami Jajo and Ningthem Kashak. Phami Jajo is the son of Vareishim Jajo. A police official in Imphal said the bodies, bearing bullet injuries, were recovered from an isolated location near the Myanmar border in remote Pilong village, around 34 km from the Kamjong district headquarters, following a prolonged search by police and local residents. The bodies were being brought to the Kamjong District Hospital for post-mortem examinations, the official said. According to local residents, suspected militants from neighbouring Myanmar crossed into India and allegedly ambushed a group of five villagers on Thursday. One of the villagers managed to escape and alerted the local authorities, they said. Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh strongly condemned the killing of the four Tangkhul civilians and conveyed his condolences to the bereaved families. In a post on social media, the Chief Minister's Office said, Such acts of violence have no place in our society and will not be tolerated. The Chief Minister also prayed for strength and comfort for the bereaved families, the post said. Naga People's Front (NPF) Manipur state President Awangbou Newmai also condemned the killings and alleged that cadres of the Kuki National Army-Burma (KNA-B) were behind the incident. He appealed to all communities to shun violence and coexist peacefully. The Working Committee of the Tangkhul Naga Long (TNL), a prominent Naga community organisation, alleged that armed KNA-B cadres and other armed elements crossed the Namya river from the Myanmar side and attacked civilians at Pilong. The TNL alleged that five civilians were keeping watch at the Pilong settlement when the incident occurred, with one of them managing to escape. The organisation described the incident as the third reported case of cross-border violence against Naga villagers along the India-Myanmar border in Kamjong district. The TNL also alleged that repeated incidents of cross-border intrusion had raised serious security concerns among villagers and criticised the state government and border security forces, including the Assam Rifles, over the security situation along the International Border. The organisation said Naga civil society groups had repeatedly brought the issue to the attention of the authorities and sought stronger measures to protect vulnerable border villages. Police are investigating the incident and further details are awaited. Five Manipur districts Churachandpur, Tengnoupal, Chandel, Kamjong and Ukhrul -- share a 398 km unfenced International Border with Myanmar.
4 Gunned Down In Attack In Manipur By Suspected Myanmar-Based Rebels
The incident has raised fresh security concerns in the remote border belt of Kamjong, where difficult terrain and limited accessibility pose challenges to security operations.
Four Naga Civilians Killed Near Indo-Myanmar Border In Manipur's Kamjong
Residents of Pilong claimed that militants from across the international boundary entered the area and attacked five people, killing four of them
