Three injured Kuki patients shifted from RIMS amid tight security following protests
Jun 17, 2026Three injured Kuki patients undergoing treatment at the Regional Institute of Medical Sciences (RIMS), Imphal, were shifted out of the hospital premises at around 12:15 am on June 17 under tight security arrangements following sustained public protests and repeated demands from civil society groups.
Security forces arrest four, recover arms; destroy 26 bunkers across Manipur
Jun 17, 2026Security forces intensified enforcement and counter-insurgency operations across Manipur over the past two days, leading to multiple arrests, recovery of arms and contraband, and the destruction of fortified bunkers in different districts.
Combined security forces intensify operations across vulnerable areas in Manipur amid heightened tension
Jun 17, 2026In a coordinated security initiative, combined security forces have intensified cordon and search operations along with area domination exercises across fringe and vulnerable areas of Kangpokpi, Churachandpur and Thoubal districts in Manipur.
Manipur: Tear gas fired near RIMS amid renewed demonstrations over Kuki patients
Jun 16, 2026Protests against the admission of three injured Kuki youths at the Regional Institute of Medical Sciences (RIMS) in Imphal continued late into Tuesday night, June 16, with demonstrators intensifying their agitation and security forces resorting to tear gas to disperse the crowd.
Hospital not a battleground: RIMS nurses oppose security action inside campus
Jun 16, 2026The ongoing ethnic tensions in Manipur have spilled into one of the state's premier healthcare institutions, with three bullet-injured Kuki youths receiving treatment at the Regional Institute of Medical Sciences (RIMS) amid protests, heightened security and appeals from healthcare workers to preserve the neutrality of medical facilities.
Kuki Inpi urges Manipur DGP to prosecute vigilantes, cites attack on Kangpokpi village
Jun 16, 2026Kuki Inpi South West Sadar Hills has asked the Manipur DGP to prosecute those behind the L. Munlui village attack. It said the assault and the treatment of injured civilians deepen concerns over law, safety and Kuki demands.
Manipur CM chairs NCORD meeting, vows stronger crackdown on drug trafficking
Jun 16, 2026Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh chaired an NCORD meeting in Imphal to review the state's response to drug trafficking and substance abuse. The discussion centred on tighter intelligence sharing, stronger enforcement and coordinated action to build a drug-free state.
Manipur: RIMS says its role is limited to providing medical treatment after protest
Jun 16, 2026RIMS said it only treated three injured youths brought in for care during the hospital unrest. The institute said security and transport were handled by authorities and urged people not to disrupt services.
Security forces arrest four cadres of different pro scribed outfits in separate operations across Manipur
Jun 16, 2026Security forces and Manipur Police carried out multiple operations across Manipur over June 14 and 15, leading to the arrest of four alleged active cadres linked to different insurgent groups and the recovery of arms and other materials, officials said.
Manipur to host Miss Universe state pageant with 20 contestants on June 21
Jun 16, 2026Miss Universe Manipur 2026 is set to be held on June 21 at Chandrakriti Auditorium, Palace Compound, Imphal, bringing together 20 contestants from across the state in a competition aimed at identifying Manipur’s representative for the national stage.
ANSAM condemns killing of six Naga civilians, accuses State and Centre of inaction
Jun 15, 2026The All Naga Students’ Association, Manipur (ANSAM) has strongly condemned the killing of six Naga civilians and questioned the response and sincerity of both the Government of Manipur and the Government of India in addressing the incident.
Naga Women Union Manipur demands justice after six Naga civilians killed brutally
Jun 15, 2026The Naga Women Union (NWU), Manipur, on Monday, June 15, demanded an impartial and swift investigation into the abduction and brutal killing of six Naga civilians, warning of intensified protests if the victims do not receive justice.
Manipur: Fresh attack during Lasan victim’s funeral leaves three injured, Kuki bodies demand action
Jun 15, 2026A fresh incident of violence that left three youths injured, including a footballer associated with Mohun Bagan, overshadowed the funeral of a victim of the recent Lasan–Langka attack on Monday, June 15 as Kuki civil society organisations renewed allegations against NSCN-IM and its alleged proxy outfit ZUF-K and called for immediate government intervention.
Manipur: Protest at RIMS turns violent, security uses tear gas to disperse crowd
Jun 15, 2026A protest at the Regional Institute of Medical Sciences (RIMS) turned violent on Monday, June 15, after security personnel fired tear gas shells to disperse agitated demonstrators gathered at the hospital premises.
Manipur: Massive protest erupts at RIMS over admission of three injured persons after Kangpokpi firing incident
Jun 15, 2026Tense situation prevailed at the Regional Institute of Medical Sciences (RIMS), Masnipur, after protests broke out following the admission of three injured persons from the Kuki community who were brought to the hospital for treatment after a firing incident in Kangpokpi district on June 15.
Manipur pushes organic farming, cuts dependence on chemical fertilisers
Jun 15, 2026Manipur Minister Y. Khemchand Singh on June 15 said the state government is taking steps to reduce farmers' dependence on chemical fertilisers and promote sustainable agricultural practices through organic farming.
Manipur CM marks 12 years of Modi government with outreach to eminent personalities
Jun 15, 2026Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh visited eminent personalities under an outreach programme on June 15. The exercise formed part of a nationwide campaign marking 12 years of the Modi-led NDA government.
Three injured in Kangpokpi firing incident shifted to RIMS Imphal under tight security
Jun 15, 2026Three individuals injured in the reported firing incident near Leilon Vaiphei and Konsakhul villages in Manipur's Kangpokpi district were brought to the Regional Institute of Medical Sciences (RIMS), Imphal, for treatment on Monday, June 15.
Fresh tension erupts in Manipur's Kangpokpi district, three reportedly injured in firing
Jun 15, 2026Fresh tension gripped parts of Manipur's Kangpokpi district after a firing incident was reported near Leilon Vaiphei and Konsakhul villages on Monday morning, June 15.
Candlelight vigil held in Manipur's Tamenglong against killing of six Naga civilians
Jun 15, 2026A candlelight vigil was held at the district headquarters of Tamenglong on June 14 to protest the killing of six Naga civilians and express solidarity with the bereaved families.
Manipur deputy CM alleges SoO group’s role in killing of six Naga civilians, CM says NIA probe underway
Jun 14, 2026Manipur Deputy Chief Minister Losii Dikho on Sunday, June 14, alleged that a group operating under the Suspension of Operations (SoO) agreement was involved in the abduction and killing of six Naga civilians and appealed to Prime Minister Narendra Modi to ensure strict action against those responsible.
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