Kuki CSO alleges four-hour armed attack on Manipur's Mongkot Chepu village
May 27, 2026The Kuki CSO Working Committee alleged that Mongkot Chepu village in Ukhrul came under a multi-direction armed attack on 26 May. It said the incident exposed a grave security failure and demanded immediate protection for vulnerable Kuki-Zo settlements.
Manipur’s David Maisnam wins Mister Heritage 2026 title in Philippines
May 27, 2026Maisnam David Singh from Manipur won the Mister Heritage 2026 title in Pasig City, Philippines, on May 26. His victory extends India’s strong record at the culture and heritage-focused international pageant.
NPF rejects Kuki CSOs’ denial over abducted 6 Naga men, demands immediate disclosure
May 27, 2026The Naga People's Front (NPF), Manipur State Unit, has strongly objected to a press statement published in a media outlet on May 26, in which Kuki civil society organisations (CSOs) reportedly stated that they had “no knowledge” regarding the whereabouts of six Naga men abducted from Leilon Vaiphei village on May 13
Manipur police destroy illegal bunkers, recover IEDs and assault rifles in twin operations
May 27, 2026Security forces in Manipur demolished illegal bunkers in Ukhrul and recovered arms and explosives in Churachandpur. The twin operations extended the ongoing search and area domination drive across vulnerable and fringe areas.
Manipur police arrest PREPAK, PLA cadres; arms, IEDs and bunkers recovered
May 27, 2026Manipur police arrested alleged PREPAK, PLA and RPF/PLA cadres in multiple operations across the state. Separate searches in Ukhrul and Churachandpur also led to bunker demolitions and recoveries of arms, IEDs and communication gear.
Naga and Meitei groups form joint committee in Manipur
May 26, 2026Naga and Meitei representatives formed the Native Peoples' Committee Manipur at a meeting in Imphal. The new body said it will protect indigenous rights, land, identity and dignity while pushing key resolutions.
Biren Singh welcomes Centre’s demographic panel, says Northeast has long faced impact of illegal immigration
May 26, 2026Former Manipur chief minister N. Biren Singh welcomed the Centre's new committee on demographic change. He said it is especially significant for northeastern states facing long-standing concerns over illegal immigration.
Suspected militants open fire near Goitang Naga village; Naga bodies condemn attack
May 26, 2026Tension escalated in Manipur’s Noney district on May 26 after suspected militants allegedly opened fire near Goitang (Nungadang) Naga village under Khoupum Sub-Division, targeting civilians working in agricultural fields, according to local village organisations and Naga civil society bodies.
Manipur chiefs body rejects allegations, seeks probe into church leaders killings
May 26, 2026SAHILCA rejected allegations against Leilon Vaiphei village chief Lalboi Vaiphei and sought an impartial probe into the killing of three church leaders. The body also called for the release of 14 Kuki hostages and urged due process amid Manipur's conflict.
Kangpokpi rally backs Manipur Dy CM amid fund misappropriation allegations row
May 26, 2026Hundreds of people participated in a protest rally in Kangpokpi against allegations levelled against Manipur Deputy Chief Minister Nemcha Kipgen by the Foothills Naga Coordination Committee (FNCC) and Manipur Naga Youth Organisation (MNYO).
Manipur CM hails posthumous Padma Shri for cultural icon Yumnam Jatra Singh
May 26, 2026Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh welcomed the posthumous Padma Shri for Yumnam Jatra Singh. He said the honour reflects the Northeast's cultural heritage and contribution to the nation.
Manipur astrophysicist Ronaldo Laishram names 12.6-billion-year-old protocluster after Loktak
May 26, 2026Ronaldo Laishram led an international team that discovered the Loktak Protocluster, a vast young galaxy structure from the early Universe. The finding suggests dense cosmic environments influenced galaxy evolution early while linking the discovery to Manipur through its name.
Four held in joint operation by security forces in Manipur following abduction of six individuals in Kangpokpi
May 26, 2026Joint security forces comprising the Manipur Police, Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) and Assam Rifles apprehended four individuals in Kangpokpi district on Monday, May 25 during an operation linked to the investigation into the abduction of six persons earlier this month.
Four active insurgent cadres held in separate operations across Manipur's Imphal East and Bishnupur
May 26, 2026Security forces arrested four active cadres belonging to different insurgent groups during separate operations conducted in Manipur on May 24 and 25, officials said.
Kuki Inpi Manipur extends total shutdown across Kuki-Zo areas, demands justice and release of detained individuals
May 25, 2026Kuki Inpi Manipur (KIM), along with Civil Society Organisations in Kangpokpi, has announced an extension of the ongoing total shutdown across Kuki-Zo inhabited areas with effect from midnight of May 25, 2026.
Villagers stage peaceful protest demanding release of 14 captive residents in Manipur's Senapati
May 25, 2026Residents of Taphou Kuki Village held a peaceful protest seeking the immediate and safe release of 14 villagers who have reportedly remained in captivity in Senapati district for nearly two weeks.
Manipur Police identified 5,406 communal social media posts after ethnic violence: DGP
May 25, 2026Manipur DGP Rajiv Singh said police identified 5,406 violent and communal social media posts since June 2023 and removed around 3,200 of them. He said the crackdown, alongside anti-extortion action and new police vehicles, was aimed at strengthening order in the violence-hit state.
Massive joint protest by Naga and Meitei groups demands rescue of six hostages in Manipur
May 25, 2026Thousands of people from Naga and Meitei communities staged a massive protest rally in Imphal on Monday, May 25 expressing anger and frustration over the alleged captivity of six Naga civilians who have reportedly remained hostage for more than a week.
Manipur committed to strengthening police force to restore peace: CM Khemchand
May 25, 2026Manipur Chief Minister Y Khemchand Singh on Monday, May 25, said the state government is committed to strengthening the police force to maintain peace and law and order in the violence-hit state, while urging people to refrain from violent protests and agitations.
Manipur CM flags off advanced police vehicles under modernisation scheme
May 25, 2026Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand on Monday, May 25, flagged off newly acquired advanced vehicles for the Manipur Police Department as part of the state’s police modernisation initiative.
Manipur: Kuki organisations allege coordinated attack on Mongkot Chepu, seek stronger security action
May 25, 2026The Working Committee of Kuki Civil Society Organisations (WCKCSOs)-Ukhrul has alleged that Mongkot Chepu village in Manipur’s Ukhrul district came under a 'coordinated armed aggression' on Saturday night, and demanded stronger operational powers for security forces to prevent further violence in the region.
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