Manipur: Durand Cup returns to football heartland as Imphal prepares to host league matches
Jul 15, 2026The Trophy Tour of the 135th IndianOil Durand Cup received a grand welcome in Manipur on Wednesday, July 15, with Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla and Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh leading the ceremonial reception as the tournament's three iconic trophies arrived in Imphal ahead of the prestigious football competition.
Manipur CM visits arson-hit Kanto Sabal in Imphal West, vows stronger security
Jul 15, 2026Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh visited Kanto Sabal after the recent arson attack and met residents over their security concerns. The visit underscored the government's push to restore normalcy, free movement and communal harmony.
Women's group steps in to rescue Kuki man in Manipur's Senapati, hands him over safely to village
Jul 15, 2026In a humanitarian intervention amid the continuing ethnic tensions in Manipur, the Senapati District Women's Association (SDWA) rescued a Kuki villager who was allegedly intercepted by Naga youth volunteers in Senapati town and safely escorted him back to his village on July 15.
Manipur CM felicitates MPSC 2022 toppers, says transparent recruitment government's top priority
Jul 15, 2026Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh felicitated MPSC 2022 successful candidates in Imphal and said the recruitment process was transparent and merit-based. He said the government kept external influence away and announced scholarships for 200 civil services aspirants.
Tangkhul Naga Long demands release of four villagers, warns of civil unrest in Manipur
Jul 15, 2026The Tangkhul Naga Long has demanded the immediate release of four villagers detained during a joint operation in Ukhrul district. It has warned that their continued detention could deepen resentment and spark civil unrest in Manipur.
Manipur: Assam Rifles truck overturned, vehicles torched as Oklong protest escalates
Jul 15, 2026Tension gripped Manipur's Senapati town on the night of July 14 following reports of a confrontation between the Assam Rifles and the Naga Army near the Huthrong Brigade Headquarters, a designated Naga Army camp under the jurisdiction of Oklong village.
Manipur Cabinet reviews key policies; CM Khemchand Singh reiterates 'people-centric governance'
Jul 14, 2026Y Khemchand Singh chaired Cabinet and Home Department review meetings in Manipur. The exercise cleared key governance proposals and underscored public safety and disaster preparedness.
Manipur: DMCC condemns Kanto Sabal arson, seeks probe into security response
Jul 14, 2026The Delhi Meetei Coordinating Committee (DMCC) has strongly condemned the arson attack at Kanto Sabal in Manipur's Imphal West district, where at least six houses belonging to Meitei families were allegedly set ablaze on July 11.
Manipur Police arrest KCP cadre, recover arms and explosives in multiple operations
Jul 14, 2026Manipur Police arrested two men and recovered arms, explosives and radio equipment in separate operations across three districts. The seizures included rifles, IEDs, grenades and protective gear as investigators continued to probe the cases.
Manipur: Three detained over ambush that killed two Assam Rifles personnel
Jul 14, 2026Security forces detained three people during search operations after the July 6 ambush in Ukhrul. The action has also drawn a protest from Tangkhul Naga Long over four alleged civilian detentions.
Kuki Christian forum condemns Church leader's killing, calls for dialogue and lasting peace in Manipur
Jul 14, 2026The Kuki Christian Leaders' Forum (KCLF) has strongly condemned the killing of Govajang Baptist Church Secretary Haokholal Singsit, describing it as a brutal murder that reflects the deteriorating security situation in Manipur. The organisation also appealed to Christian communities across the state to reject ethnic violence and work towards dialogue, reconciliation and lasting peace.
Mass rally in Manipur's Kangpokpi seeks release of three Kuki leaders, alleges security excesses
Jul 14, 2026Hundreds of members of the Kuki community on Tuesday, July 14, staged a protest rally across Manipur's Kangpokpi district, demanding the immediate release of three community leaders arrested in connection with the July 11 Leimakhong incident and alleging selective action by security forces against Kuki civil society leaders.
Manipur: Churachandpur DC reviews development schemes, directs officers for faster project execution
Jul 14, 2026Deputy Commissioner Krishna Kumar on Monday, July 14 chaired a district-level review meeting at the Conference Hall of the Deputy Commissioner's Office in Churachandpur to assess the progress and implementation of ongoing schemes and programmes of the Central and State governments across various departments.
Manipur CM reviews fisheries sector, focuses on fish production and fishermen's welfare
Jul 14, 2026Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh reviewed the Fisheries Department's progress and challenges at the Secretariat. The exercise underscored the government's focus on fish production, infrastructure and welfare support for fishing communities.
Manipur's Kamjong district steps up border village development under Vibrant Villages Programme-II
Jul 13, 2026The Kamjong district administration on Monday , July 13, reviewed the implementation of the Vibrant Villages Programme (VVP)-II and directed officials to prioritise livelihood enhancement, community participation and sustainable infrastructure development in the border district.
Nearly 50 kg of suspected opium seized after vehicle flees checkpoint in Manipur's Senapati
Jul 13, 2026Manipur Police recovered 49 packets of suspected opium weighing approximately 49.5 kg from an abandoned sport utility vehicle in Senapati district.
Security forces arrest active PREPAK cadre with eight hand grenades in Manipur
Jul 13, 2026Security forces on Saturday, July 12 arrested an active cadre of the proscribed People's Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK) during an operation in Manipur's Imphal East district and recovered eight hand grenades from his possession.
CoTU accuses Manipur MP Bimol Akoijam of escalating tensions over Leimakhong unrest
Jul 13, 2026CoTU has accused Inner Manipur MP Bimol Akoijam of aggravating tensions during the Leimakhong unrest. The committee also tied the episode to the prolonged disruption of essential supplies to Kangpokpi and sought action on both fronts.
Manipur Home Minister steps up Leimakhong security after arson, expects more arrests in Naga killings
Jul 13, 2026Manipur has sent additional forces to Leimakhong after three Meitei houses were torched. The state has also intensified its probe into the killing of six Naga men, with more arrests expected soon.
Manipur rights body condemns alleged midnight CRPF search at Kuki-Zo Council leader’s home
Jul 13, 2026KWOHR has condemned an alleged midnight CRPF CoBRA search at Kuki-Zo Council leader Douminlal Haokip's home in Kangpokpi. The group has sought legal clarity and an independent inquiry, saying the operation traumatised women and children.
Biren Singh congratulates Manipur's Bhumeshwory Devi on Asian U23 Athletics Championships bronze
Jul 13, 2026Former Manipur Chief Minister N. Biren Singh congratulated Bhumeshwory Devi after her bronze in the women's 800m at the Asian U23 Athletics Championships in Ordos, China. The result marked a milestone for the 22-year-old and added to Manipur's sporting legacy.
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