Manipur News

Church leaders step in as Manipur hostage crisis deepens between Naga, Kuki communities

Two church teams will visit Manipur’s Kangpokpi and Senapati districts in an effort to broker peace between the Naga and Kuki communities amid escalating tensions over the ongoing hostage crisis, according to an official statement issued on May 18.

Kuki group demands arrest of Church leaders’ killers, release of hostages

The Kuki Inpi Manipur (KIM), the apex body representing the Kuki-Zo community, has expressed strong concern over what it described as continued injustice against the Kuki-Zo people and alleged inaction by the authorities on its key demands related to recent incidents of violence in Manipur.

Manipur: KNF denies role in disappearance of six Naga civilians, calls viral poster ‘AI-generated propaganda’

The Kuki National Front (KNF) has strongly denied allegations linking the organisation to the disappearance of six Naga civilians on May 13, describing a viral social media poster accusing the outfit as “AI-generated propaganda” and “malicious disinformation”.

Thadou Students’ Association demands NIA probe into deadly ambush that killed Manipur church leaders’

The Thadou Students’ Association (TSA) has strongly condemned the ambush on a group of Thadou Baptist Church leaders at Kotlen–Kotzim Inter Village Road in Kangchup Geljang Sub-Division of Manipur’s Kangpokpi district on May 13, 2026, in which Rev. Dr. Vumthang Sitlhou and two other senior pastors were killed while five others sustained injuries.

Combing operations continue in Manipur's Kangpokpi amid search for missing persons, PREPAK operative arrested

Security forces continued combing and search operations in Manipur’s Kangpokpi district as part of ongoing efforts to trace missing persons in the region.

United Naga Council announces economic blockade in Manipur over alleged hostage crisis

The United Naga Council has imposed an economic blockade in Manipur due to a hostage crisis. Authorities are striving to resolve the issue peacefully and resume normal activities.

Manipur: Civil society groups stage sit-in protests across valley districts, demand end to SoO pact amid unrest

Sit-in protests were staged at multiple locations across Imphal East and Imphal West districts on Sunday, May 17 as part of a continuing series of demonstrations condemning the ongoing crisis in Manipur.

Manipur CM inspects Imphal-Saikul road improvement works, interacts with residents of Pangei and Khundrakpam

Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh inspected the Imphal-Saikul road improvement works and assured locals of timely completion. The project aims to boost connectivity and convenience for residents.

Manipur: KIM extends shutdown by 48 hours amid intensifying protest over hostages in Kangpokpi

The Kuki Inpi Manipur (KIM), the apex body representing the Kuki tribes, has extended the ongoing total shutdown across Kuki-Zo areas by another 48 hours, intensifying pressure on the Government to secure the safe release of the remaining Kuki-Zo hostages allegedly held captive in Senapati district.

Families of Kuki-Zo detainees seek release of 14 villagers in Manipur

Families of 14 Kuki-Zo villagers detained in Manipur have appealed for their immediate release, saying they are innocent civilians. The plea comes amid continuing ethnic tensions and wider demands over civilians held during security operations.

‘We need your help’: Protests grow over six abducted Naga civilians in Manipur

Manipur police arrest KCP cadre, seize suspected heroin in twin operations

Manipur Police arrested a KCP (Apunba) cadre in Imphal and detained two suspected traffickers in Kakching. The operations led to the recovery of suspected heroin, cash and a vehicle as investigators examine wider links.

Manipur: NH-2 blockade enters fourth day, over 300 vehicles stranded in Senapati

The NH2 blockade in Manipur continues into its fourth day, leaving hundreds of vehicles stranded. Authorities and commuters urge protesters to end the disruption soon.

Manipur: Kshetrigao body defends earth excavation, says it aims to prevent floods

The Administrative Committee of Kshetrigao Part-1 on May 16 clarified that the ongoing excavation of earth from Uyok Achouba Village No. 40 in Imphal East district is being carried out as part of flood prevention measures and not for any private benefit, as alleged by certain sections.

Manipur CM meets Koutruk villagers, assures continued support and rehabilitation

Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh met Koutruk villagers to discuss rehabilitation efforts. He assured continued government support and welfare commitment.

Protest intensifies in Manipur demanding release of remaining Naga hostages

Protests demanding the safe release of six remaining Naga civilians allegedly being held hostage in Manipur grew stronger on May 16 as several civil society organisations and indigenous groups joined an ongoing demonstration at Kanglatongbi in Kangpokpi district.

Thousands join protest rally in Manipur’s Kangpokpi amid shutdown call by Kuki bodies

Thousands of people from the Kuki-Zo community on May 16 participated in a large protest rally at Motbung in Manipur’s Kangpokpi district as the 48-hour shutdown called by Kuki Inpi Manipur entered its first day.

Manipur CM visits National Sports University, reviews infrastructure development works

Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh on May 16 visited the National Sports University at Koutruk in Imphal West district to review the progress of ongoing infrastructure development works at the campus.

38 hostages freed in Manipur after joint efforts by civil society, security forces

Thirty-eight people belonging to the Kuki and Naga communities, who were allegedly held hostage by armed groups in Manipur’s Kangpokpi and Senapati districts, have been released following coordinated efforts by security forces, civil society organisations and political leaders, officials said on May 16.

Kuki Women Organisation for Human Rights submits memorandum to Union Home Minister over killing of three Kuki pastors in Manipur

The Kuki Women Organisation appeals to the Union Home Minister for justice following the killing of three Kuki pastors in Manipur. They seek urgent action to safeguard the Kuki community and prevent further violence.

Thadou Inpi Manipur clarifies deceased church leaders were Thadou, not Kuki, urges end to false portrayal

Thadou Inpi Manipur (TIM) has clarified that the three church leaders killed in an ambush in Manipur’s Kangpokpi district on May 13 were members of the Thadou community and not Kuki, urging media organisations and individuals to avoid what it described as false portrayal of their identity.