Manipur News

Released Kuki detainee praises treatment received during 27-day custody under Naga Village Guards

Fourteen Kuki individuals who had allegedly been detained by Naga village guards were released on humanitarian grounds and handed over to authorities at the Senapati district headquarters on Tuesday, June 9.

Manipur: Naga body releases 14 Kuki hostages following appeals, 6 missing Naga hostages yet to be traced

Fourteen Kuki detainees were released on Tuesday, June 9, and handed over to Senapati district authorities through the intervention of the United Naga Council (UNC), marking a significant development in efforts to ease tensions arising from recent inter-community hostilities in Manipur.

Manipur: Naga MLA urges communities to shun violence, restore peace after killing of civilian

Naga MLA from Nungba constituency, Dinganglung Gangmei, on June 9, urged people to reject violence and work towards restoring peace in Manipur, stating that conflicts between communities have never brought any lasting benefit.

Naga CSOs condemn government inaction over civilian killing, demand justice for victims

Several Naga civil society organisations and indigenous community groups on Tuesday, June 9 strongly condemned what they described as the Manipur government's failure to curb militant violence and ensure the safety of civilians, following the killing of a Rongmei Naga villager in an alleged militant ambush.

Manipur’s BSF constable Deepak Chingakham posthumously awarded Vir Chakra; family receives honour

Former Manipur Chief Minister Biren Singh paid tribute after BSF constable Deepak Chingakham was posthumously awarded the Vir Chakra, with his family receiving the honour at the investiture ceremony. Singh said the fallen constable's courage and sacrifice would inspire future generations and remind the nation of the service of security personnel.

Manipur CM Khemchand Singh condoles death of Rongmei Naga villager, appeals for peace

Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh has strongly condemned the killing of Chunjanglung Panmei (58), a resident of Pongringlong Part-I, a Rongmei Naga village in Kangpokpi district, who was killed on Monday, June 8 morning.

NVG-EC condemns killing of village guard in Manipur’s Noney District, mourns victim’s death

The Naga Village Guard, Eastern Command (NVG-EC), has strongly condemned the killing of a village guard from Pongringlong Part-I village in Manipur’s Noney district and expressed deep concern over what it described as a targeted attack on Rongmei Naga villagers.

Tangkhul Naga Long announces 24 hour shutdown in Manipur's Ukhrul over Assam Rifles outpost issue

The Tangkhul Naga Long has called a 24-hour shutdown from 7 pm on June 8 over the Assam Rifles outpost at New Heaven. The move deepens tensions around the outpost and alleged force on women demonstrators, while essential services remain exempt.

Media advisories aim to preserve peace, not restrict press freedom: Manipur Home Department

The Manipur Government has stated that media advisories issued by the Home Department are intended to promote responsible journalism, encourage factual reporting and help maintain peace during sensitive situations, rather than impose restrictions on the press.

Former Manipur CM Biren Singh says government taking all measures to contain violence in hill areas

Former Manipur Chief Minister and senior BJP leader N. Biren Singh on Monday, June 8, expressed concern over the recent incidents of violence and killings reported from the state's hill districts, stating that both the state and central governments are making concerted efforts to restore peace and bring the situation under control.

Manipur: Families of 14 Kuki hostages renew appeal for safe release as protest enters fourth week

Families of 14 Kuki hostages renewed their appeal for the safe and unconditional release of their loved ones on Monday as Kuki women from Kangpokpi town joined an ongoing peaceful sit-in protest at Taphou Kuki village, expressing solidarity with relatives who have been awaiting the captives' return for nearly a month.

Man killed in suspected militant firing in Manipur's Kangpokpi district, investigation underway

A 58-year-old villager was killed in a suspected militant attack after unidentified armed assailants allegedly opened fire on a group of residents collecting firewood and carrying out maintenance work in a forested area of Manipur's Kangpokpi district on Monday, June 8 officials said.

Women's issues, Manipur's integrity top priorities: BJP Rajya Sabha nominee Sarda Devi

Manipur gets first exclusive NIA court; CM inaugurates seminar on communal harmony and responsible journalism

Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh inaugurated the state's first exclusive NIA court in Thoubal and later opened a seminar on communal harmony. The two events highlighted efforts to improve in-state justice access and encourage responsible journalism.

Thousands rally in Manipur's Imphal, demand NRC update before census

BJP fields former state president Sarda Devi for Manipur Rajya Sabha poll

Manipur police arrest KCP (MFL) cadre in Imphal East, seize pistol and live rounds

Manipur Police arrested an alleged KCP (MFL) cadre in Imphal East during an operation on 6 June. Officials said he was linked to extortion and was found with a 9 mm pistol and four live rounds.

Seven held in Manipur anti-drug and liquor operations; 28 kg opium seized

Manipur Police and security forces arrested seven people in separate operations across three districts. The seizures of suspected brown sugar, opium and illicit liquor add to the state's ongoing anti-trafficking drive.

Tangkhul body accuses Assam Rifles of excesses during demonstration in Manipur’s Ukhrul district

The Working Committee of the Tangkhul Naga Long (TNL) has strongly condemned what it described as excesses committed by personnel of the Assam Rifles during a series of confrontations with civilians in Manipur’s Ukhrul district on Sunday, June 7.

Tension escalates in Manipur’s Ukhrul over Assam Rifles outpost, 20 injured in clashes

Tension escalated in Manipur's Ukhrul district after protests against the establishment of a temporary Assam Rifles outpost at New Heaven turned violent, leaving at least 20 people injured, according to local sources.

Manipur’s Kimkim Khongsai wins All India U-15 badminton ranking title in Hyderabad

In a proud moment for Manipur’s Kangpokpi district and the Kuki-Zo community, young badminton star Kimkim Khongsai has emerged as the champion in the Under-15 category at the prestigious Yonex-Sunrise All India Sub-Junior National Ranking Badminton Tournament 2026 held at the Pullela Gopichand Badminton Academy.