Manipur News

Chief of banned Manipur-based UKNA militant outfit arrested in Mizoram

Security forces on September 24 arrested the alleged commander-in-chief of the banned Manipur-based United Kuki National Army (UKNA) in Mizoram's capital Aizawl, a senior police officer said.

Ex-CM Biren Singh seeks verification of SoO cadres, statewide combing operations in Manipur

Former Manipur chief minister N Biren Singh on September 24 called for the identification and verification of cadres covered under the Suspension of Operations (SoO) agreement and groups engaged in peace talks, besides a statewide combing operation to restore normalcy in the violence-hit state.

Assam Rifles holds security meetings with civil society groups in Manipur's Jiribam

Assam Rifles held security meetings with civil society groups at Borobekra and NKP in Jiribam on September 22. The talks stressed neutral community support, dialogue and trust-building to restore normalcy.

Manipur Police conduct community outreach programme to strengthen police-public relations

Manipur Police held a community outreach programme at Pritambara English School in Imphal on September 24. The effort centred on legal and safety awareness while encouraging stronger police-public cooperation among students and teachers.

Former Manipur CM Biren Singh proposes 2-3 month confinement of armed groups in designated camps, IDP resettlement

Former Manipur chief minister N Biren Singh has proposed that armed cadres of groups under Suspension of Operations (SoO) and those engaged in peace talks be confined to their designated camps along with their weapons for two to three months as an initial measure to address the continuing violence in the state.

Manipur CM interacts with students selected for IIT Madras training

Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh met students selected for IIT Madras training at the Secretariat. The government-funded programme will give 25 Minority, OBC and SC students semiconductor exposure and specialised skills.

Manipur gets new political party ahead of 2027 Assembly polls; PRP unveils manifesto

A new political outfit, the People’s Reformation Party (PRP), was formally launched in Manipur on Thursday, September 24 with the party announcing plans to contest the 2027 Assembly election and focus on peace, public order, youth participation and improving standards of public life.

Arms, explosives recovered during search operation in Imphal East

Security forces and the CDO recovered arms, ammunition and explosive materials during a search operation in Imphal East. Investigators are now examining the source and intended use of the seized items.

Two active KCP (MFL) cadres arrested in joint operation in Imphal West

A joint team of CDO/Imphal East and 31 Assam Rifles arrested two alleged KCP (MFL) cadres at Awang Sekmai in Imphal West. Security forces said the men were linked to extortion activities and were held after an intelligence-led operation.

‘Such acts of violence have no place in our society’: Manipur CM condemns killing of lineman in Tamenglong

Manipur Chief Minister Y Khemchand Singh condemned the killing of lineman Paokhongam Chongloi in Tamenglong. The shooting, reported amid fresh hill district violence, has triggered a police complaint and calls for investigation.

Manipur police arrest four in separate operations, seize gold, brown sugar and arms

Manipur security forces arrested four people in separate September 23 operations and seized gold, suspected brown sugar and weapons. The action included a woman allegedly linked to the RPF/PLA and a follow-up recovery tied to firing at security personnel.

Manipur's Roshibina Devi wins silver despite flu; mother says, 'Even then, she participated'

Roshibina Devi won wushu silver for India at the Asian Games despite battling flu. The medal made her the first Indian woman to claim wushu medals at three straight editions.

Manipur Cabinet approves 70-bed dialysis centre, compensation for transmission line-affected landowners

The Manipur Cabinet has approved the establishment of a 70-bed state dialysis centre at the TB Hospital in Imphal East district, government spokesperson Dr Sapam Ranjan said on September 23.

Holi Sankirtan showcase draws audiences, seeks to revive fading Manipuri tradition

A vibrant performance of Holi Sankirtan, a traditional Manipuri devotional art form associated with Lord Krishna and Radha, drew audiences in Imphal East as the Academy of Indigenous Music (AIM) showcased the traditional performing art on September 23.

Manipur Deputy CM condemns killing of civilian lineman in Kangpokpi

Manipur Deputy Chief Minister Nemcha Kipgen has condemned the killing of Paojangam Chongloi, a civilian lineman who was reportedly ambushed and killed while travelling to carry out repair work in the Kangpokpi area.

Manipur violence: Lineman killed, at least 24 houses set ablaze in fresh attacks

Fresh violence was reported in Manipur’s hill districts on September 23, with a 36-year-old electric lineman shot dead while repairing a power line in Tamenglong district and at least 24 houses in two Naga villages reportedly set ablaze in a separate incident in Kangpokpi district.

Kuki-Zo women rally in Manipur's Kangpokpi, seek probe into killings of 27 civilians

‘Pride of Manipur’: CM Yumnam Khemchand hails Mirabai Chanu after Asian Games silver

Mirabai Chanu won silver in the women’s 49kg event at the 2026 Asian Games, drawing congratulations from Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh and Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The medal completes the only major gap in her international collection and places her alongside Karnam Malleshwari in a rare Indian weightlifting group.

Manipur entrepreneur urges youth to focus on skill training amid unemployment concerns

Amid concerns over unemployment in Manipur, entrepreneur and Babina Group of Companies chairman and managing director Thangjam Dhabali Singh has urged young people to develop an interest in skill-based training alongside academic education.

Manipur village chief seeks Zero FIR after civilian lineman killed in alleged attack

A Lasan village chief has asked Kangpokpi police to register a Zero FIR after a civilian lineman was allegedly killed in an armed attack. The complaint also seeks security to shift the body to Kangpokpi for post-mortem amid threat concerns.

Manipur steps up efforts to curb illegal child adoption, urges families to follow legal process

Manipur officials have stepped up outreach to curb illegal child adoptions and promote legal procedures. They said stronger awareness and coordination are needed to protect children's rights and prevent exploitation.