Manipur: Crowd dispersed with tear gas at JNIMS amid growing tensions over recovered bodies
Jun 11, 2026Tension gripped the premises of the Jawaharlal Nehru Institute of Medical Sciences (JNIMS) in Imphal on late Wednesday, June 10 evening after security forces fired tear gas shells to disperse a large crowd that had gathered near the hospital mortuary following the recovery of six bodies earlier in the day.
Kuki Inpi Manipur condemns killing of six missing persons, calls for impartial investigation
Jun 10, 2026Kuki Inpi Manipur (KIM), the apex body representing the Kuki tribes in Manipur, has strongly condemned the killing of six persons whose bodies were recently recovered after they had been reported missing, describing the deaths as a tragic and deeply distressing development.
Manipur: Kuki bodies condemn killing of Tamenglong farmer, seek independent probe, enhanced security
Jun 10, 2026The killing of 45-year-old farmer Haokhogin Lhouvum of Lasan village in Manipur's Tamenglong district has triggered widespread condemnation from Kuki civil society organisations, church leaders, human rights groups and student bodies, which have demanded accountability, enhanced security measures and an independent investigation into the incident.
Manipur Dy CM condemns killing of six Naga hostages, calls for unity and end to violence
Jun 10, 2026Manipur Deputy Chief Minister Nemcha Kipgen has strongly condemned the killing of six Naga hostages, describing the incident as a heinous act of violence that has deeply shocked society and left a lasting impact on the collective conscience of the people.
UNC announces 24-hour shutdown across Naga areas, issues charter of demands after recovery of 6 hostages' remains
Jun 10, 2026The United Naga Council (UNC) has announced a 24-hour total shutdown across Naga-inhabited areas in Manipur, beginning from 6:00 am on June 11 until 6:00 am on June 12, following the recovery of the remains of six Naga civilians who were allegedly abducted on May 13, 2026.
Tension grips Manipur's Senapati district as two trucks burned at Karong following recovery of 6 bodies
Jun 10, 2026Tension prevailed in Manipur's Senapati district on Wednesday, June 10 evening after two trucks were reportedly set ablaze at Karong, hours after the recovery of six bodies in the area.
Kuki CSOs announce indefinite shutdown in Manipur's Kangpokpi over farmer’s killing in Tamenglong
Jun 10, 2026Major Kuki civil society organisations (CSOs) in Manipur's Kangpokpi district have announced a total shutdown across the district from midnight of June 10 in protest against the killing of a Kuki-Zo farmer, Haogin Lhouvum, at Lasan village in Manipur’s Tamenglong district on June 9.
Manipur police recover bodies of six suspected hostages during massive search operation, probe begins
Jun 10, 2026The mortal remains of six persons believed to be among those taken hostage from Leilon Vaiphei village in Manipur's Kangpokpi district on May 13 were recovered on Wednesday, June 10, following an intensive search operation involving state and central security forces.
Manipur's Project Hinichi records first green pea harvest, helping 124 families shift from poppy cultivation
Jun 10, 2026Project Hinichi has recorded its first green pea harvest in Churachandpur under a joint NCB-Manipur Police effort. The crop marks a livelihood shift for 124 households moving away from illegal poppy farming.
Shutdown observed in Manipur's Kangpokpi as body of Lasan villager arrives
Jun 10, 2026A shutdown was observed across Kangpokpi district on June 10 after the body of a villager who was killed in Tamenglong district was brought to Kangpokpi, prompting expressions of grief and condemnation from several Kuki civil society organisations.
Farmer shot dead in Manipur’s Tamenglong district, security tightened
Jun 09, 2026A farmer was shot dead in Manipur’s Tamenglong district on Tuesday, June 9 after a group of suspected armed miscreants allegedly opened fire on cultivators working in a paddy field, officials said.
Emotional homecoming as 14 Kuki detainees return safely to Manipur's Kangpokpi
Jun 09, 2026In an emotional homecoming that brought relief to families and the wider Kuki community, the 14 Kuki men who had been held hostage for 27 days, were safely released on Tuesday, June 9 and reunited with their families at the residence of the Chief of Taphou Kuki village in Kangpokpi district.
Manipur CM Khemchand Singh welcomes safe release of 14 Kuki hostages, appeals for end to violence
Jun 09, 2026Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh on Tuesday, June 9 welcomed the safe release of 14 hostages, describing the development as a positive and humanitarian step amid the ongoing challenges faced by the state.
Released Kuki detainee praises treatment received during 27-day custody under Naga Village Guards
Jun 09, 2026Fourteen Kuki individuals who had allegedly been detained by Naga village guards were released on humanitarian grounds and handed over to authorities at the Senapati district headquarters on Tuesday, June 9.
Manipur: Naga body releases 14 Kuki hostages following appeals, 6 missing Naga hostages yet to be traced
Jun 09, 2026Fourteen Kuki detainees were released on Tuesday, June 9, and handed over to Senapati district authorities through the intervention of the United Naga Council (UNC), marking a significant development in efforts to ease tensions arising from recent inter-community hostilities in Manipur.
Manipur: Naga MLA urges communities to shun violence, restore peace after killing of civilian
Jun 09, 2026Naga MLA from Nungba constituency, Dinganglung Gangmei, on June 9, urged people to reject violence and work towards restoring peace in Manipur, stating that conflicts between communities have never brought any lasting benefit.
Naga CSOs condemn government inaction over civilian killing, demand justice for victims
Jun 09, 2026Several Naga civil society organisations and indigenous community groups on Tuesday, June 9 strongly condemned what they described as the Manipur government's failure to curb militant violence and ensure the safety of civilians, following the killing of a Rongmei Naga villager in an alleged militant ambush.
Manipur’s BSF constable Deepak Chingakham posthumously awarded Vir Chakra; family receives honour
Jun 09, 2026Former Manipur Chief Minister Biren Singh paid tribute after BSF constable Deepak Chingakham was posthumously awarded the Vir Chakra, with his family receiving the honour at the investiture ceremony. Singh said the fallen constable's courage and sacrifice would inspire future generations and remind the nation of the service of security personnel.
Manipur CM Khemchand Singh condoles death of Rongmei Naga villager, appeals for peace
Jun 08, 2026Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh has strongly condemned the killing of Chunjanglung Panmei (58), a resident of Pongringlong Part-I, a Rongmei Naga village in Kangpokpi district, who was killed on Monday, June 8 morning.
NVG-EC condemns killing of village guard in Manipur’s Noney District, mourns victim’s death
Jun 08, 2026The Naga Village Guard, Eastern Command (NVG-EC), has strongly condemned the killing of a village guard from Pongringlong Part-I village in Manipur’s Noney district and expressed deep concern over what it described as a targeted attack on Rongmei Naga villagers.
Tangkhul Naga Long announces 24 hour shutdown in Manipur's Ukhrul over Assam Rifles outpost issue
Jun 08, 2026The Tangkhul Naga Long has called a 24-hour shutdown from 7 pm on June 8 over the Assam Rifles outpost at New Heaven. The move deepens tensions around the outpost and alleged force on women demonstrators, while essential services remain exempt.
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