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BJP Manipur Pradesh gears up for month-long ‘Seva Sankalp Abhiyan’ from September 17

BJP Manipur Pradesh gears up for month-long ‘Seva Sankalp Abhiyan’ from September 17

Sep 16, 2026

BJP Manipur Pradesh will launch the month-long Seva Sankalp Abhiyan on September 17 with blood donation and outreach programmes. The campaign marks 25 years of Narendra Modi's public service and will spotlight welfare initiatives across Manipur.

Manipur sit-in protest enters third day, six-point charter of demands raised

Sep 16, 2026

A sit-in protest was held at Singjamei Naorem Leikai in Imphal West under the aegis of the All Manipur United Clubs Organisation (AMUCO), along with like-minded organisations including AMAWOVA, PLMPAM, COHR and MSF, over a six-point charter of demands concerning the ongoing situation in Manipur.

CoTU condemns alleged firing at Kholen village, seeks withdrawal of NSCN-IM, ZUF-Kamson

CoTU condemns alleged firing at Kholen village, seeks withdrawal of NSCN-IM, ZUF-Kamson

Sep 16, 2026

The Committee on Tribal Unity (CoTU) has condemned an alleged armed attack on Kholen Kuki-Zo village in Manipur's Kangpokpi district and demanded the immediate withdrawal of NSCN-IM and ZUF-Kamson from the Chawangkining area.

Manipur CM: Prolonged ethnic conflict caused over Rs 1,200 crore GST revenue decline

Manipur CM: Prolonged ethnic conflict caused over Rs 1,200 crore GST revenue decline

Sep 16, 2026

Manipur Chief Minister Y Khemchand Singh on September 16 said the prolonged ethnic conflict in the state led to a decline of more than Rs 1,200 crore in GST revenue between 2023 and 2026, putting significant pressure on the state's economy.

Manipur CM announces hike in journalist pension, one-time relaxation for lapsed accounts

Manipur CM announces hike in journalist pension, one-time relaxation for lapsed accounts

Sep 16, 2026

Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh on Wednesday announced that the monthly pension for journalists will be increased from Rs 8,000 to Rs 10,000, while the family pension will rise from Rs 5,000 to Rs 7,000.

Fresh civilian killings in Manipur's Tamenglong triggers strong kuki condemnation

Fresh civilian killings in Manipur's Tamenglong triggers strong kuki condemnation

Sep 16, 2026

Two Kuki women were killed in Leisangphai village in Manipur's Tamenglong district, prompting sharp condemnation. The killings have intensified demands for stronger security, an independent probe and arrests.

Manipur Police arrest two brothers linked to attacks on security forces

Manipur Police arrest two brothers linked to attacks on security forces

Sep 16, 2026

Manipur Police and the CRPF arrested two brothers allegedly linked to recent attacks on security personnel in Imphal East. The operation led to the seizure of weapons and vehicles as security forces intensified action against armed groups in the state.

Militants attack Manipur village, torch two houses in six-hour gunfight

Militants attack Manipur village, torch two houses in six-hour gunfight

Sep 16, 2026

Suspected militants targeted Chawangkining village in Kangpokpi, triggering an overnight exchange of fire with CRPF personnel. The assault came hours after two Kuki women were killed in Tamenglong, drawing condemnation from political leaders.

Manipur Police arrest four insurgent cadres in separate operations

Manipur Police arrest four insurgent cadres in separate operations

Sep 16, 2026

Manipur Police and security forces arrested four insurgent cadres in separate operations across districts on September 14 and 15. The action also included a theft arrest, with police saying the stolen Honda Activa had already been recovered.

CRPF’s SPANDAN brings Kuki, Naga youth together through sports in conflict-hit Manipur's Kangpokpi

Sep 15, 2026

In an effort to rebuild community confidence and promote peace amid prolonged conflict and hardship, the CRPF has taken its SPANDAN sports outreach initiative to different parts of Kangpokpi district, bringing together local Kuki and Naga youth and villagers through sporting events.

Manipur: Two arrested in Lilong with 15,000 Tramadol capsules worth of narcotics seized

Manipur: Two arrested in Lilong with 15,000 Tramadol capsules worth of narcotics seized

Sep 15, 2026

Lilong police arrested two Lilong Nungei residents after seizing 15,000 suspected Tramadol capsules on 14 September. Investigators are now tracing the capsules' source and destination while examining the pair's alleged role.

Manipur CM chairs meeting on petroleum products, reviews transporters concerns

Manipur CM chairs meeting on petroleum products, reviews transporters concerns

Sep 15, 2026

Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh chaired a meeting with the Core Committee on Petroleum Products in Mantripukhri. He reviewed transporters' concerns and stressed coordination to ensure smooth fuel supply.

Two Kuki-Zo women killed in Manipur's Tamenglong district, several reported missing

Sep 15, 2026

Two Kuki-Zo women were killed and several people were reported missing after an attack at Leisang Kuki village in Tamenglong district of Manipur, according to local sources.

Manipur CM calls for preservation of ancient records, scripts at Archives Week

Manipur CM calls for preservation of ancient records, scripts at Archives Week

Sep 15, 2026

Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh on September 15 stressed the need to preserve the state's ancient manuscripts, archival records and indigenous script, saying they reflect the historical identity and civilisational heritage of Manipur.

Manipur CM launches Loktak Development Authority website, releases waterbird census report

Manipur CM launches Loktak Development Authority website, releases waterbird census report

Sep 15, 2026

Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh on Tuesday, September 15, launched the official website of the Loktak Development Authority (LDA) and released the Waterbird Census Report – Loktak Ramsar 2026 at the Chief Minister’s Secretariat in Imphal.

Kuki CSOs issue 36-hour ultimatum in Manipur's Kamjong, threaten Chassad blockade

Kuki CSOs issue 36-hour ultimatum in Manipur's Kamjong, threaten Chassad blockade

Sep 15, 2026

The committee alleged that Kuki residents in Kamjong had been facing economic difficulties for more than six months, with restrictions on movement affecting access to essential commodities, livelihoods and normal economic activities.

Manipur People's Party demands scraping of SoO agreement, calls for equal law enforcement in state

Manipur People's Party demands scraping of SoO agreement, calls for equal law enforcement in state

Sep 15, 2026

The Manipur People’s Party (MPP) demanded that the BJP-led NDA government immediately abrogate the Suspension of Operations (SoO) agreement with Kuki armed outfits. Releasing an official press statement signed by General Secretary (Media) Karamjit Arambam, the state's oldest regional party urged the government to enforce equal application of law and stop the selective targeting of local village defence guards (Khunngakpas).

Manipur all-party meet backs NRC update to protect indigenous identity

Manipur all-party meet backs NRC update to protect indigenous identity

Sep 15, 2026

Chief Minister Y Khemchand Singh chaired an all-party meeting on updating the NRC in Manipur. Leaders and civil society representatives said the exercise was discussed to protect the state's indigenous identity, security and future.

Three Manipur wheelchair basketball players selected for WBFI men's squad

Three Manipur wheelchair basketball players selected for WBFI men's squad

Sep 14, 2026

Three players from the Wheelchair Basketball Association Manipur (WBAM) have been selected for the men's squad of the Wheelchair Basketball Federation of India (WBFI), marking a significant achievement for wheelchair basketball in the state.

DMU PhD scholars’ hunger strike enters 6th day, students accuse Manipur govt of neglect

Sep 14, 2026

The indefinite hunger strike by PhD scholars of Dhanamanjuri University (DMU) entered its sixth day on September 14, with the protesters accusing the Manipur government of maintaining a “stoic silence” over their demand for release of pending stipends.

Children of Kuki-Zo couple killed in Tollen attack join protest, demand justice for parents

Sep 14, 2026

Two children of a Kuki-Zo couple killed in a pre-dawn attack at Tollen village joined a protest on Monday, September 14, as Kuki-Zo women from Tamenglong and Noney demanded justice for victims of recent attacks in Manipur.