Manipur: Angry residents leave bodies of two attack victims outside CM’s bungalow
Oct 19, 2026Bodies of two persons killed in an attack by suspected armed militants in the peripheral areas of Imphal East and Kangpokpi districts of Manipur were brought by angry residents and left outside the gate of Manipur Chief Minister’s bungalow on Monday, October 19 amid mounting public anger over continued killings in the state.
Manipur destroys 3,000 acres of illegal poppy cultivation in a year, 467 drug traffickers arrested: CM
Oct 19, 2026Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh on October 19 said around 3,000 acres of illegal poppy cultivation had been destroyed, 307 cases registered under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act and 467 alleged drug traffickers arrested in the state over the past year.
Khamenlok committee condemns killing of three Meitei civilians in Manipur, warns against blame game
Oct 19, 2026The Khamenlok Area Core Committee (KACCO) has condemned the killing of three Meitei civilians in Khongban village in Khamenlok area of Manipur’s Kangpokpi district on October 19, expressing condolences to the bereaved families and calling for urgent measures to protect civilians.
Manipur: Two killed, three injured in suspected armed attack along Imphal East-Kangpokpi border
Oct 19, 2026At least two people were killed and three others injured after suspected armed miscreants attacked people at Nongshum, Khongbal Thangkhul, a peripheral area along the Imphal East-Kangpokpi boundary in Manipur, on Monday, October19 morning.
Manipur: One dead in fatal gunfire at musical night in Thoubal, three CRPF personnel injured in blast
Oct 19, 2026A 24-year-old man died of pellet injuries following a reported brawl during a musical concert in Manipur’s Thoubal district, while three Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel were injured in a separate bomb attack in Imphal West, officials said on Monday, October 19.
One killed, three injured in clash between two communities in Manipur’s Thoubal; curbs imposed
Oct 19, 2026One person was killed and at least three others were injured in a clash between members of the Meitei and Meitei Pangal communities in Manipur’s Thoubal district late on Sunday, October 18 night. The violence, reported from Khangabok and Sangaiyumpham villages, also left several houses and vehicles burnt, prompting the district administration to impose prohibitory orders and deploy additional security forces.
JTSA questions transfer of Kamjong SP, alleges selective action by Manipur government
Oct 19, 2026The Joint Tribes Students' Association (JTSA), representing the Inpui, Liangmai, Rongmei and Zeme tribes, has questioned the transfer of Kamjong Superintendent of Police Tholu Rocky, alleging that the decision amounted to selective punitive action and calling for transparency in the Manipur government's administrative decisions.
Manipur: Protest erupts in Kamjong over SP's transfer after Chassad village attack
Oct 18, 2026Protests broke out at the Kamjong district headquarters in Manipur against the state government's decision to transfer Superintendent of Police (in-charge) Tholu Rocky, with demonstrators demanding that the order be revoked.
Manipur: Nepalese couple shot, 15 Kuki houses torched in Kamjong
Oct 18, 2026A Nepalese couple sustained bullet injuries in an ambush by unidentified armed miscreants along National Highway 202 in Manipur’s Kamjong district on Sunday, October 18 a day after a Kuki civilian was killed and four others injured in an attack on Chassad village, where at least 15 houses were set on fire, officials said.
Manipur MP Bimol Akoijam will contest 2027 Assembly polls if given party ticket, eyes Keishamthong seat
Oct 18, 2026Lok Sabha MP Angomcha Bimol Akoijam has expressed his willingness to contest the 2027 Manipur Assembly elections from the Keishamthong constituency, saying he would enter the electoral fray if his party nominates him.
Kuki-Zo Council accuses governments of failing to protect civilians in Manipur's Kamjong, seeks central forces
Oct 18, 2026The Kuki-Zo Council (KZC) on October 18 accused the Central and Manipur governments of failing to protect civilians in Kamjong district, alleging that four Kuki civilians had been killed in just over a week amid escalating violence, attacks on villages and the reported burning of more than 30 houses in Chassad.
Bandhs, blockades disrupting students’ education: Manipur CM calls for peace, reconciliation amid unrest
Oct 18, 2026Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh on Sunday, October 18 called on communities to promote peace, reconciliation and mutual understanding, urging church leaders, teachers and students to help restore harmony in areas affected by unrest in the state.
Manipur: Kuki civil society bodies call NH-202 shutdown over Chassad violence, deputy CM seeks action against perpetrators
Oct 18, 2026A 35-year-old man was killed and several others were injured in firing in Chassad village in Manipur’s Kamjong district on October 17, triggering fresh security concerns, demands for an independent investigation and protests by Kuki civil society organisations. The victim, Seikhohao Haokip, was shot while villagers and local leaders were repairing electricity lines to restore power to the village, according to the Chassad Village Authority.
Over 3,000 runners take part in Manipur Police Half Marathon ahead of Raising Day
Oct 18, 2026More than 3,000 runners joined the Manipur Police Half Marathon on October 18. The event promoted fitness, sporting excellence and stronger interaction between police and the public.
Three Tangkhul Naga volunteers injured in suspected Kuki militant firing in Manipur's Kamjong
Oct 18, 2026Three Tangkhul Naga civil defence volunteers sustained gunshot injuries during an alleged attack by suspected Kuki militants in Kamjong district headquarters on Saturday, according to a statement issued by the Naga Village Guard (NVG), Eastern Command.
Manipur police arrest four in suspected brown sugar seizure, trace supplier to Assam
Oct 18, 2026Police arrested four people after seizing suspected brown sugar during an operation in Manipur. Investigators are tracing the contraband's source and others linked to the alleged supply network.
Manipur police arrest two with 804 grams of suspected brown sugar in Senapati
Oct 18, 2026A joint Manipur Police and CRPF team arrested two people during checking in Senapati. The operation yielded 45 soap cases of suspected brown sugar and a Scorpio vehicle.
NPP Manipur: Won’t support MP Bimol Akoijam if found guilty
Oct 17, 2026The National People’s Party (NPP), Manipur State Unit, has called for due legal process in connection with sexual harassment allegations against Congress MP Angomcha Bimol Akoijam, urging political parties to avoid premature conclusions while the matter is being examined.
Houses reportedly set ablaze after deadly attack in Manipur’s Kamjong, residents fear for safety
Oct 17, 2026Chassad village in Manipur’s Kamjong district witnessed renewed tension on October 17, with reports of continued gunfire and houses being set ablaze, hours after an armed attack left one person dead and five others injured.
Manipur CM calls for Meitei, Kuki, Naga communities to unite as Manipuris
Oct 17, 2026Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh on October 17 called for unity among the state’s diverse communities, including the Meitei, Kuki and Naga, saying all must identify themselves as Manipuris to foster harmony and restore peace.
One killed, five injured in fresh attack on Chassad village in Manipur; CoTU seeks central forces
Oct 17, 2026One person was killed and five others, including two village chiefs and three Village Authority members, sustained bullet injuries in a reported attack by armed militants on Chassad village in Manipur’s Kamjong district on October 17.
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