Manipur Cabinet approves Rs 10 lakh assistance for families of 49 missing persons
Oct 01, 2026The Manipur Cabinet has approved one-time financial assistance of Rs 10 lakh each to the next of kin of 49 people who have remained missing since the outbreak of ethnic violence in the state on May 3, 2023.
Manipur man dies by suicide after cybercrime arrest; wife alleges social media harassment
Oct 01, 2026A 60-year-old man in Manipur died by suicide days after his arrest in a cybercrime case over an alleged Facebook comment targeting a woman. His wife has since filed a separate complaint alleging intimidation, harassment and a social media trial.
‘Continue to be inspiration for all young sportspersons’: Manipur CM lauds Mirabai Chanu, Roshibina Devi
Oct 01, 2026Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh met Mirabai Chanu and Roshibina Devi after their Asian Games silver medals in Japan. He said their achievements would inspire young sportspersons and pledged continued state support.
Manipur Cabinet clears pension hike for retired journalists, one-time relief for defaulters
Oct 01, 2026The Manipur Cabinet discussed raising pensions for retired journalists and family beneficiaries under the state scheme. It also considered a one-time relaxation for payment defaulters while taking up other public welfare matters.
‘Extraordinary courage, valour’: Manipur CM hails pilot Smit Machchhar after flydubai incident
Oct 01, 2026Manipur Chief Minister Y Khemchand Singh praised pilot Smit Machchhar after the flydubai incident on the Dubai to Tel Aviv route. The flight sent emergency signals, descended sharply and was diverted to Tabuk as prayers were offered for his recovery.
Manipur DGP announces policy push to support sportspersons in police force
Oct 01, 2026Manipur DGP Mukesh Singh announced proposed policy measures to support sportspersons in the police force while felicitating Asian Games silver medallists Mirabai Chanu and Naorem Roshibina Devi. The move places focus on recognising athletes within the department and encouraging emerging sporting talent.
Manipur Police honours Mirabai Chanu, Roshibina Devi with cash rewards after Asian Games silver
Oct 01, 2026Manipur Police felicitated Mirabai Chanu and Roshibina Devi after their Asian Games silver medals. The force also signalled broader support for serving sportspersons through cash rewards and possible policy measures.
Manipur gives Mirabai Chanu hero's welcome after historic Asian Games silver
Oct 01, 2026Indian weightlifter Saikhom Mirabai Chanu received a hero's welcome in Manipur after returning home with a historic silver medal from the 2026 Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games.
Manipur CM hails local clubs for their role in sports development
Oct 01, 2026Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh attended CRYDA's Golden Jubilee in Imphal and praised local clubs for nurturing young sportspersons. He also sought public cooperation to restore normalcy and said community support remains vital.
Manipur launches Holistic Progress Card, digital test management system under NEP 2020
Oct 01, 2026Manipur has introduced the Holistic Progress Card (HPC) for secondary-stage students and the Integrated Test Management System (ITMS) to strengthen competency-based assessment in schools in line with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020.
Manipur Police arrest KCP (PWG) member in Imphal West, seize 19 demand letters
Oct 01, 2026A CID team in Imphal West arrested an alleged KCP (PWG) member during a search operation on 30 September. Police said 19 demand letters were seized, while further details and legal proceedings are awaited.
Manipur: PLA-linked cadre arrested in Imphal East, two juveniles apprehended in Tengnoupal
Oct 01, 2026Security forces in Manipur arrested an alleged active cadre of the Revolutionary People’s Front (RPF)/People’s Liberation Army (PLA) in Imphal East and apprehended two juvenile cadres of the outfit in Tengnoupal district, officials said.
Manipur: PRE-PAK (PRO) senior cadre detained after infiltration from Myanmar
Oct 01, 2026Security forces detained a senior cadre of the People’s Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (Progressive) Organisation (PRE-PAK (PRO)) in Manipur’s Kamjong district on September 30 following intelligence inputs about his alleged infiltration from Myanmar, officials said.
NIA arrests: Ex-CM Biren Singh asks if ‘larger network’ worked to destabilise Manipur
Sep 30, 2026Former Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh on September 30 questioned whether a larger network with political interests had been working to destabilise the state and undermine his government, following recent arrests by the National Investigation Agency (NIA).
Manipur minister urges civil society groups not to threaten artists amid unrest
Sep 30, 2026Manipur Art and Culture Minister Khuraijam Loken Singh on September 30 urged civil society organisations and other stakeholders not to threaten or intimidate artists, particularly amid the prevailing difficult circumstances in the state.
Manipur MLA Ram Muivah launches 5 advanced ambulances, 500 solar lights in Ukhrul
Sep 30, 2026Ukhrul MLA Ram Muivah on September 30 launched five advanced life-support ambulances and 500 solar street lights aimed at strengthening emergency healthcare and improving community infrastructure in remote areas of Manipur's Ukhrul district.
Congress urges President Murmu to protect Assam’s downstream interests over Upper Siang project
Sep 30, 2026Former Assam Leader of Opposition and former Congress MLA Debabrata Saikia has approached President Droupadi Murmu, seeking intervention to safeguard Assam's downstream interests, public safety and ecological security in connection with the proposed Siang Upper Multipurpose Project (SUMP) in Arunachal Pradesh.
Manipur: Tangkhul body warns of seeking support from China over border security
Sep 30, 2026The Tangkhul Aze Katamnao Long (TAKL) has expressed strong resentment over what it described as the government's failure to ensure the safety of Naga-inhabited villages along Manipur's international border and warned that continued inaction could prompt people to seek support from neighbouring countries, including China.
Hmar delegation from Pherzawl meets Manipur CM, seeks better roads, power and banking facilities
Sep 30, 2026A delegation representing the Hmar community in Manipur’s Pherzawl district on Wednesday met Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh and raised a range of issues concerning road connectivity, electricity, banking facilities and the proposed Pherzawl Autonomous District Council.
Manipur CM mourns demise of cultural figure Kakchingtabam Kumar Sharma
Sep 30, 2026Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh condoled the death of Kakchingtabam Kumar Sharma in a message on X. He said Sharma's work helped preserve Manipur's cultural heritage and Nata Sankirtan.
Manipur CM Khemchand Singh calls for unity among 36 communities, invokes Hijam Irawat’s ideals
Sep 30, 2026Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh on Wednesday, September 30, called for unity among the state’s 36 communities, saying the ideals of social justice, harmony and collective progress associated with Jana Neta Hijam Irawat remain relevant.
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