Manipur Congress condemns Rahul Gandhi's detention, says 'voice of youth cannot be silenced'
Jul 21, 2026Manipur Congress Legislature Party (CLP) leader Keisham Meghachandra Singh on July 21 strongly condemned the detention of Congress leader Rahul Gandhi following a protest outside Prime Minister Narendra Modi's residence in New Delhi, describing him as the voice of India's youth, students, farmers, workers and marginalised communities.
Durand Cup build-up begins in Imphal with women's exhibition match, Kangla Warriors triumph in shootout
Jul 21, 2026The countdown to the Imphal chapter of the 135th IndianOil Durand Cup began on a celebratory note with a Women's Exhibition Football Match between Kangla Warriors and Sangai Strikers at the SAI Ground in Imphal.
'No more extortion in KCP-PWG's name': Outfit chief after surrender of 46 cadres
Jul 21, 2026The chairman of the Kangleipak Communist Party-People's War Group (KCP-PWG), Laishram Ranjit Meitei, on July 21 declared that the outfit would no longer engage in any illegal or armed activities, asserting that anyone committing crimes in the group's name henceforth would have no association with the organisation.
Kuki Inpi alleges 'selective' NIA action in Manipur, demands impartial probe into all ethnic violence cases
Jul 21, 2026Kuki Inpi Manipur (KIM), the apex body of the Kuki tribes, on July 21 criticised the recent arrests of Kuki-Zo community members by the National Investigation Agency (NIA), alleging that the action was politically motivated and calling for an impartial investigation into all cases of violence linked to the ongoing ethnic conflict in Manipur.
Manipur HM says efforts underway to bring Kuki, Naga insurgent groups to negotiating table after KCP-PWG surrender
Jul 21, 2026Manipur Home Minister Konthoujam Govindas Singh on July 21 said the state government has initiated efforts to bring armed insurgent groups from the Kuki and Naga communities to the negotiating table, following the surrender of 46 cadres of the Kangleipak Communist Party-People's War Group (KCP-PWG).
46 KCP-PWG cadres surrender with arms in Manipur, government welcomes move
Jul 21, 2026The Manipur government and IGAR (South) on July 21 jointly welcomed 46 cadres of the Kangleipak Communist Party-People’s War Group (KCP-PWG) who surrendered and laid down their arms to return to the mainstream. A homecoming ceremony was held at the Mantripukhri Garrison, Headquarters Assam Rifles (South), in Imphal East district, where the cadres surrendered before Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh.
Nambol River overflows in Manipur's Bishnupur; 100 houses flooded
Jul 21, 2026Incessant rainfall caused the Nambol River to overflow at Kongkham Mamang Leikai in Nambol, under Manipur's Bishnupur district, flooding around 100 houses and prompting residents to take precautionary measures to prevent further inundation.
Three members of banned insurgent outfit arrested near India-Myanmar border in Manipur; two illegal bunkers destroyed
Jul 21, 2026Security forces arrested three alleged members of a banned insurgent outfit near the India-Myanmar border in Manipur's Chandel district and destroyed two illegal bunkers in a separate operation in Ukhrul district, police said on Tuesday, July 21.
KOHUR accuses Manipur govt of inaction over Kuki-Zo blockade, seeks immediate intervention
Jul 20, 2026The Kuki Organisation for Human Rights Trust (KOHUR) has criticised the Manipur government's response to the ongoing economic blockade affecting Kuki-Zo-inhabited areas, alleging official inaction and urging immediate steps to restore the free movement of essential supplies.
Manipur: Two militant bunkers destroyed in Ukhrul, three KYKL cadres held near Indo-Myanmar border
Jul 20, 2026Security forces destroyed two militant bunkers and recovered arms and ammunition during a joint operation in Manipur's Ukhrul district, while three active cadres of the banned Kanglei Yawol Kanna Lup (KYKL) outfit were arrested near the Indo-Myanmar border in Chandel district, police said on July 20.
Man shot dead, wife critically injured in attack at Imphal East home
Jul 20, 2026A 52-year-old man was shot dead while his wife sustained critical injuries after unidentified assailants attacked them inside their residence in Manipur's Imphal East district in the early hours of Monday, July 20, police said.
Manipur students' body flags poor condition of Tamenglong–Tousem road, urges government to reconstruct it
Jul 19, 2026The Zeme Students' Organisation Manipur (ZSOM) has urged the Manipur government to immediately restore and reconstruct the Tamenglong–Tousem Headquarters Road, describing it as the lifeline of the Tousem subdivision and warning that its deteriorating condition has severely affected the lives of residents.
Former Manipur CM Ibobi Singh slams BJP over exam paper leaks, says state lacks Education Minister
Jul 19, 2026Okram Ibobi Singh attacked the BJP-led Centre and Manipur government over paper leaks, governance and law and order. He said the absence of an Education Minister and the wait for justice in the Naga killings underlined his charge of poor accountability.
Manipur declares holiday for educational institutions to allow students to watch FIFA World Cup final
Jul 19, 2026Manipur has declared a holiday for schools, colleges and higher educational institutions on July 20 so students can watch the FIFA World Cup 2026 final. The order covers institutions across boards and sectors because the match kicks off at 12.30 am IST.
National Award-winning Manipuri filmmaker Oken Amakcham passes away
Jul 19, 2026Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh announced the death of veteran Manipuri filmmaker Oken Amakcham after a prolonged illness. His passing closes a defining chapter in Manipuri cinema and leaves behind an enduring creative legacy.
Manipur security forces seize 6.2 kg meth, suspected brown sugar; two held
Jul 19, 2026Security forces arrested two suspected drug traffickers in separate Manipur operations on July 18. The seizures of meth and suspected brown sugar have triggered further investigation in both cases.
Manipur Police arrest three insurgent cadres in separate operations
Jul 19, 2026Manipur Police arrested three alleged insurgent cadres in separate operations on 17 and 18 July. The arrests involved KYKL, URF and KCP links, and all three cases remain under investigation.
Manipur: Kangpokpi IDP committee seeks immediate release of pending DBT assistance
Jul 18, 2026The Kangpokpi District Internally Displaced Welfare Committee has urged the Manipur government to release pending DBT assistance for displaced families. The panel said the delay is worsening hardship and disrupting children's education.
Manipur governor stresses coordinated approach for success of new criminal laws
Jul 18, 2026At a seminar in Manipur, Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla said the new criminal laws require close coordination across the justice system. He said stronger institutions and collective functioning are vital for speedy justice, public trust and peace.
'Vested interests are trying to derail peace efforts in state': Manipur CM Khemchand Singh
Jul 18, 2026Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh on July 18 said his government's priority has been to rebuild trust and restore peace in the state after nearly three years of ethnic unrest, while alleging that certain vested interests were trying to obstruct the reconciliation process.
Manipur killings: NIA-led team arrests two over deaths of six Naga civilians
Jul 18, 2026A joint NIA, Manipur Police and CRPF team arrested two more men in the abduction and killing of six Naga civilians in Manipur. The case had triggered protests, an economic blockade and a dispute over an apology from the Kuki Zo Council.
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