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CBI arrests senior accountant in Manipur bribery probe

CBI arrests senior accountant in Manipur bribery probe

Nov 18, 2025

CBI arrests senior accountant in Manipur bribery case amid ongoing probe. Investigation aims to expose full extent of corruption in public funds

Manipur government urges public backing for Sangai festival as state pushes for recovery

Manipur government urges public backing for Sangai festival as state pushes for recovery

Nov 18, 2025

Manipur urges public to back Sangai festival for economic revival and tourism boost. The event highlights the state’s culture and community involvement

Sangai Run 2025 flagged off with 1,500 athletes ahead of Manipur Sangai Festival

Sangai Run 2025 flagged off with 1,500 athletes ahead of Manipur Sangai Festival

Nov 18, 2025

The Department of Youth Affairs and Sports (YAS), in collaboration with the Department of Tourism, Government of Manipur, flagged off the “Sangai Run-2025” today as a curtain-raiser to the upcoming Manipur Sangai Festival 2025.

Manipur Congress welcomes High Court’s prompt order on Mapithel Dam PIL

Nov 18, 2025

The Manipur Pradesh Congress Committee (MPCC) has welcomed the Manipur High Court’s immediate intervention on a public interest litigation (PIL) concerning the sudden opening of the Mapithel Dam, which had triggered severe flooding across multiple districts.

Manipur Congress backs displaced families and civil society opposition to Sangai Festival

Nov 18, 2025

The Manipur Pradesh Congress Committee (MPCC) has extended its support to internally displaced people (IDPs) and civil society organisations opposing the state government's plan to hold the Sangai Festival from November 21.

Manipur: Security forces destroy 15 acres of illegal poppy cultivation in Tengnoupal district

Manipur: Security forces destroy 15 acres of illegal poppy cultivation in Tengnoupal district

Nov 18, 2025

Security forces carried out a major anti-narcotics operation on Monday, November 17, in the Khudei Khullen hill range under Tengnoupal Police Station in Manipur’s Tengnoupal district, destroying extensive illegal poppy plantations spread across nearly 15 acres.

Manipur Governor reviews state’s anti-narcotics strategy at 10th state-level NCORD meeting

Manipur Governor reviews state’s anti-narcotics strategy at 10th state-level NCORD meeting

Nov 18, 2025

Manipur Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla chaired the 10th State-Level Narco Coordination Centre (NCORD) meeting at Raj Bhavan on Monday, November 17, bringing together top officials to review the state’s evolving narcotics landscape and chart a strengthened multi-agency response.

Manipur displaced people to protest against Sangai festival launch amid resettlement delay

Manipur displaced people to protest against Sangai festival launch amid resettlement delay

Nov 17, 2025

Internally displaced persons living in relief camps across Imphal Valley districts plan to demonstrate on November 20 against the state government's decision to hold the 10-day Sangai Tourism Festival, beginning November 21.

Manipur: Khelo India Football Tournament begins with grand ceremony in Kangpokpi

Nov 17, 2025

The Khelo India Football Tournament 2025 kicked off today at South Changoubung with an energetic opening ceremony, showcasing the government’s continued push to strengthen grassroots sports and promote young talent across the country.

Uprooted, homeless, and still rising: How a Manipur IDP found hope in bamboo and cane

Nov 17, 2025

In a remarkable testament to human resilience, an internally displaced person (IDP) from Manipur, Sorokhaibam Gandhi Meitei, has discovered an unexpected artistic talent while struggling to rebuild his life.

Manipur: Kuki-Zo MLAs, UPF–KNO reject report on joining popular govt

Manipur: Kuki-Zo MLAs, UPF–KNO reject report on joining popular govt

Nov 17, 2025

A news report published by The Sangai Express on November 16, titled “Kuki-Zo MLAs decide to join formation of popular Ministry,” has drawn strong objections from the United Peoples’ Front (UPF), the Kuki National Organisation (KNO), and several Kuki-Zo MLAs, who have termed the headline misleading and factually incorrect.

COCOMI submits memorandum to PM, challenges Kuki groups’ claims on Manipur’s hill areas

COCOMI submits memorandum to PM, challenges Kuki groups’ claims on Manipur’s hill areas

Nov 17, 2025

The Coordinating Committee on Manipur Integrity (COCOMI) has submitted a detailed memorandum to the Prime Minister, countering recent claims made by the United People’s Front (UPF) and the Kuki National Organisation (KNO) regarding historical jurisdiction and ancestral land rights over Manipur’s hill areas.

Manipur: Kuki-Zo groups adopt Nampi Conclave Declaration, outline unified political roadmap

Manipur: Kuki-Zo groups adopt Nampi Conclave Declaration, outline unified political roadmap

Nov 17, 2025

The Kuki-Zo political and civil leadership has adopted the Nampi Conclave Declaration, a document aimed at outlining the community’s collective political aspirations and strengthening coordination among its institutions.

Manipur: Security forces arrest three insurgent cadres, major cache of arms recovered in state

Manipur: Security forces arrest three insurgent cadres, major cache of arms recovered in state

Nov 17, 2025

In a series of coordinated operations across Manipur, security forces on Sunday, November 16, arrested three active cadres belonging to different insurgent groups, along with the recovery of a substantial cache of arms and ammunition.

Manipur marks National Press Day with call to defend media credibility

Manipur marks National Press Day with call to defend media credibility

Nov 16, 2025

Manipur observed National Press Day emphasising media credibility and responsible journalism. The event highlighted the press’s role in democracy and the need for unity among journalists

Manipur: Security forces seize arms cache, arrest active cadre of proscribed group for extortion activities

Manipur: Security forces seize arms cache, arrest active cadre of proscribed group for extortion activities

Nov 16, 2025

Security Forces in Manipur carried out significant counter-insurgency operations on November 14 and 15, leading to the recovery of a substantial cache of arms and ammunition and the arrest of an active cadre involved in extortion activities.

Manipur security forces destroy over 476 acres of illegal poppy plantations

Manipur security forces destroy over 476 acres of illegal poppy plantations

Nov 16, 2025

In one of the largest coordinated anti-narcotics operations in recent months, security forces in Manipur destroyed more than 476 acres of illegal poppy cultivation across Kangpokpi and Ukhrul districts between November 11 and 15, 2025.

‘Vote Chor’ slogan backfired on Congress, failed to sway voters in Bihar: Manipur BJP

‘Vote Chor’ slogan backfired on Congress, failed to sway voters in Bihar: Manipur BJP

Nov 15, 2025

Speaking to reporters at the party office on November 15, BJP state vice-president Ch Chidananda Singh said the campaign, which was launched under Rahul Gandhi's leadership, had "backfired" on the opposition party.

PM Modi flags off major tribal school project in Manipur's Kangpokpi

PM Modi flags off major tribal school project in Manipur's Kangpokpi

Nov 15, 2025

A major education project for tribal students moved forward on November 15, following the virtual inauguration of the foundation stone for a new Eklavya Model Residential School (EMRS) by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Mapal Kangjeibung set for return of Manipur Polo International after two-year break

Mapal Kangjeibung set for return of Manipur Polo International after two-year break

Nov 15, 2025

The Manipur Polo International tournament is back at Mapal Kangjeibung after a two-year pause. The event promises to boost local sports and tourism while showcasing Manipur's polo heritage

Manipur police restrains citizens from circulating viral video showing armed Myanmar militants

Manipur police restrains citizens from circulating viral video showing armed Myanmar militants

Nov 15, 2025

Manipur Police has issued a clarification regarding a video circulating on social media that purportedly shows armed militants in Myanmar, claiming they are heading towards Manipur.