Manipur News

Manipur observes National Sports Day, pays tribute to major Dhyan Chand

Manipur observed National Sports Day 2026 at Khuman Lampak Sports Complex with a half marathon, floral tributes to Major Dhyan Chand and hockey exhibition matches. The programme highlighted the state's push for wider sports participation, fitness and upgraded facilities.

Manipur CM felicitates Gymnasts Ariha and Anjori Pangambam for international sporting achievement

Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh felicitated Ariha and Anjori Pangambam after the Asian Aerobic Gymnastics Championship. Ariha's historic gold and Anjori's seventh-place finish underlined Manipur's growing sporting strength.

Manipur: Kangpokpi medics protest alleged attack on medical team, seek security for healthcare workers

Doctors, nurses and other healthcare workers in Manipur’s Kangpokpi district staged a protest on Saturday, August 29 wearing black badges outside the District Hospital, condemning the alleged assault on a medical team at Chawangkining village on August 27 and demanding stronger security for personnel performing their duties in conflict-sensitive areas.

95th Martyrdom Anniversary of Haipou Jadonang observed at Manipur's Tamenglong

The 95th martyrdom anniversary of Haipou Jadonang, the revered Zeliangrong Naga leader and freedom fighter, was observed at Tamenglong Headquarters on August 29, commemorating his sacrifice and contribution to the struggle against British colonial rule.

Manipur: Alleged firing on C. Kholen farmers sparks security concerns, village body appeals for action

The C. Kholen Village Authority has condemned an alleged firing incident targeting farmers from the village and sought increased deployment of Central security forces, while calling on the Centre to review its ongoing peace talks with the NSCN-IM.

Manipur: CRPF convoy carrying mortal remains was never blocked, T. Waichong village chief calls reports ‘fabricated’

The T Waichong village chief denied reports that a CRPF convoy carrying the mortal remains of four Liangmei youths was stopped on 27 August. He said the claims were fabricated and warned that they could deepen communal mistrust in the Kangpokpi-Senapati region.

Manipur Cabinet approves special recruitment policy for meritorious sportspersons

Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh on August 29 met Ariha Pangambam, who became the first Indian to win a gold medal at the 10th Aerobic Gymnastics Asian Championships held in the Philippines this month.

NPP demands swift crackdown after ambush kills four Naga civilians in Manipur

The National People’s Party (NPP) Manipur unit has strongly condemned the ambush that killed four Naga civilians along the Imphal-Tamei road in Kangpokpi district and called for swift action against those responsible.

Kuki students’ body launches free JNV coaching for displaced, underprivileged children in Manipur

The Kuki Students’ Organisation (KSO) Sadar Hills on August 28 launched a free coaching programme for the Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya Selection Test (JNVST) 2026, targeting internally displaced and underprivileged children in Manipur’s Kangpokpi district.

Rajeev Singh Thakur likely to be next Manipur Chief Secretary

Senior IAS officer Rajeev Singh Thakur is likely to be appointed as the next Chief Secretary of Manipur following the Centre's approval of his inter-cadre deputation to the state.

Manipur group threatens 24-hour bandh over census, NRC demands

The JFD has threatened a 24-hour bandh in Manipur unless the Centre defers the census and begins updating the NRC by August 31. The protest calendar is now tied to the Assembly session, and the group says the agitation will continue until those it calls illegal immigrants are identified and deported.

Manipur: 3.5 lakh women to get Rs 10,000 grant under new empowerment scheme

The Manipur Cabinet has approved the WE-Manipur scheme for women in recognised self-help groups. The programme begins with a Rs 10,000 grant and then moves to interest-free loans over two years.

Manipur Cabinet clears three Bills, public service reforms and police sports quota scheme

The Manipur Cabinet approved three Bills, public service delivery rules and a police sports recruitment scheme. The decisions set up legislative changes, time-bound service monitoring and sportsperson recruitment ahead of the Assembly session.

Manipur Baptist Convention seeks justice for six Liangmai Naga civilians killed in May

The Manipur Baptist Convention submitted a memorandum to the state government over the killing of six Liangmai Naga civilians. It said the families remain in distress and sought urgent action, assistance and safe passage for burial.

Manipur BJP MLA’s home targeted in pre-dawn bomb blast, CM inspects site

A bomb blast occurred at the residence of BJP MLA and Manipur government spokesperson Sapam Ranjan Singh in the Konthoujam constituency of Imphal West district in the early hours of August 28, police said.

Manipur ambush survivor says attackers wore camouflage uniforms

A survivor of the ambush in Manipur’s Kangpokpi district that killed four Naga civilians said on Friday, August 28, that the attackers were wearing full camouflage uniforms and fired at their vehicle from an isolated area.

Manipur CM Khemchand calls for action against ‘elements’ opposing peace

Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand on August 28 said the trust deficit between communities remains the “root cause” of the violence-hit state’s failure to return to normalcy and called for identifying those working against peace and taking action against them under the law.

Manipur census deferment likely before Assembly session: Civil Society Organisations

Mortal remains of four slain Naga civilians reach Senapati as district observes shutdown

The mortal remains of four Naga civilians allegedly killed by unidentified armed miscreants along the IT Road in Manipur’s Kangpokpi district on Thursday reached Senapati District Hospital on Friday morning, August 28, as Senapati district headquarters observed a complete shutdown in protest against the killings.

58 FIRs registered over cognisable offences along NH-202 in Manipur’s Ukhrul: Police

As many as 58 FIRs have been registered over incidents involving cognisable offences along National Highway 202 in Manipur’s Ukhrul district since clashes broke out between Kuki and Naga communities in February, according to a police status report submitted before the Manipur High Court.

Indigenous beliefs help protect untouched forest in Manipur’s Phunal Maring

At a time when governments, organisations and communities are increasingly adopting measures to protect forests from the impacts of climate change and environmental degradation, an indigenous belief system in Phunal Maring village of Manipur has been quietly preserving a forested area for generations.