Kuki bodies seek impartial probe into killing of elderly farmer in Manipur's Kangpokpi
Oct 05, 2026Kuki organisations have condemned the killing of 71-year-old farmer Hemjamang Haokip in Kangpokpi and sought an impartial probe. The incident has triggered fear in remote villages and a district-wide shutdown over civilian safety.
Manipur CM Khemchand says government working to facilitate IDPs’ return home
Oct 05, 2026Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh on October 5 said the state government was working to facilitate the return of internally displaced persons (IDPs) to their respective homes, while holding talks with civil society organisations to bridge the trust deficit created by the ongoing crisis.
Manipur hockey players Sushila, Bichu Devi receive grand welcome after Asian Games gold
Oct 05, 2026Manipur hockey players Pukhrambam Sushila and Bichu Devi Kharibam, members of the Indian women’s hockey team that won the gold medal at the Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan, were accorded a warm reception at Imphal International Airport on their return to the state.
‘Nobody will depose if accused are out’: SC directs CBI to ensure Manipur sexual violence victims testify
Oct 05, 2026The Supreme Court asked the CBI and the trial court to ensure two victim-witnesses testify in the Manipur sexual violence case. The bench said it would consider the bail challenge after their statements are recorded and warned that witness protection is the authorities' duty.
CoTU shutdown brings life in Manipur's Kangpokpi to standstill over killing of 71-year-old Kuki man
Oct 05, 2026A 24-hour total shutdown called by the Committee on Tribal Unity (CoTU) brought normal life across Manipur’s Kangpokpi district to a near standstill on Monday, October 5 following the killing of 71-year-old Hemjang Haokip, who was abducted from his farm hut on October 3.
Manipur: Three arrested in Imphal East anti-narcotics operation, 318 Codeine syrup bottles seized
Oct 05, 2026Three people were arrested and 318 bottles of codeine-based cough syrup were seized during an anti-narcotics operation conducted by Imphal East District Police and security forces in Imphal East on October 4, police said.
Seven PRE-PAK (Pro) cadres arrested in Manipur over recruitment, MLA residence bomb blast case
Oct 05, 2026Security forces in Manipur arrested seven alleged cadres of the PRE-PAK (Pro) outfit in Imphal West and other areas on October 4 in connection with the recruitment of new members and a bomb blast at the residence of a sitting MLA in August, officials said.
Manipur Deputy CM, Kuki Inpi condemn killing of 71-year-old farmer, CoTU announces 24 hour shutdown
Oct 04, 2026Manipur Deputy Chief Minister Nemcha Kipgen and the Kuki Inpi South West Sadar Hills have condemned the killing of a 71-year-old farmer in Kangpokpi district, as the Committee on Tribal Unity (CoTU) announced a 24-hour total shutdown across the district from midnight on October 5
Abducted 71-year-old Kuki man found dead in Manipur's Kangpokpi, community decides not to claim body
Oct 04, 2026A 71-year-old Kuki man who was allegedly abducted from his farm in Manipur’s Kangpokpi district was found dead on Sunday, October 4 with his hands and legs tied with rope, ending a search operation that had continued since his disappearance on October 3.
Manipur: Clothes of allegedly abducted 71-year-old Kuki man found; village body sets 24-hour release deadline
Oct 04, 2026The recovery of clothes belonging to a 71-year-old Kuki man allegedly abducted from his farm in Manipur’s Kangpokpi district has intensified concern over his safety, with security forces deploying sniffer dogs as the search for him continued on Sunday, October 4.
Manipur People's Party backs demand for CEC Gyanesh Kumar’s resignation, questions ECI’s independence
Oct 03, 2026The Manipur People's Party (MPP) has backed the nationwide demand for the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, alleging that the independence of the Election Commission of India has been compromised.
Manipur: Internally displaced persons from Churachandpur seek resettlement before Sangai Festival
Oct 03, 2026Internally displaced persons (IDPs) from Churachandpur have urged the Manipur government to prioritise their resettlement before proceeding with the Sangai Festival and the proposed reopening of border trade at Moreh, saying that assurances made for their rehabilitation have not been implemented.
Manipur Congress flags Rs 8,927 crore unspent funds, rising debt citing CAG report
Oct 03, 2026The Manipur Pradesh Congress Committee (MPCC) has raised concerns over the state’s financial management, citing the Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) State Finances Audit Report for 2024-25 and alleging significant under-utilisation of budgetary allocations, low capital expenditure, rising debt obligations and delays in project implementation.
Manipur government urges JFD to put deadline on hold, assures action on NRC demand
Oct 03, 2026The Manipur government has appealed to the campaign for Just and Fair Delimitation (JFD) to put its September 30 deadline on hold, assuring that the organisation’s demands, including conducting the National Register of Citizens (NRC) exercise before the Census, are being considered seriously.
CSOs rejects Kiren Rijiju views on Manipur crisis as communal conflict, questions centre’s handling
Oct 03, 2026A coalition representing 14 civil society organisations (CSOs) in Kangleipak has criticised Union Parliamentary Affairs and Minority Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju’s recent remarks on the Manipur crisis, arguing that the prolonged violence should not be viewed solely as a communal conflict and questioning the Centre’s approach towards armed groups operating in the state.
Two alleged PREPAK members held in Manipur’s Bishnupur over extortion charges
Oct 03, 2026Security forces in Manipur arrested two alleged active cadres of the People’s Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK) in separate operations in Bishnupur district on October 1 in connection with alleged extortion activities, officials said.
Manipur ponies test positive for surra, veterinary dept steps up treatment
Oct 02, 2026The illness affecting Manipuri ponies in and around Hiyanglam and Wabagai in Manipur’s Kakching district has been confirmed as Surra, caused by the parasite Trypanosoma evansi, the Department of Veterinary and Animal Husbandry Services said on September 2.
Thousands rally in Manipur’s Senapati, demand justice for three Naga civilians killed in Kailengjang
Oct 02, 2026Around 2,000 people gathered in Manipur’s Senapati district on October 2, demanding justice for three Naga civilians killed and another injured in a shooting at Kailengjang on September 26.
Yogasana can emerge as major international sport, says Manipur CM Khemchand
Oct 02, 2026Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh on October 2 said Yogasana, rooted in India's ancient traditions, has the potential to emerge as a major international sporting discipline.
Manipur: Thadou body seeks answers on motive behind Tronglaobi attack
Oct 02, 2026Thadou Inpi Manipur has sought a transparent probe into the motive behind the Tronglaobi attack after the NIA made a second arrest. The body wants investigators to examine alleged festival-linked threats, the targeted household and any wider militant network.
Bodies of Doordarshan, PIB officials killed in Mizoram accident to be sent to Manipur
Oct 02, 2026The bodies of Doordarshan Aizawl Director (News) Nampibou Marinmai and Press Information Bureau (PIB) Additional Director General Engam Pame, who were killed in a road accident in Mizoram, will be sent to their respective hometowns in Manipur after autopsy on October 2, officials said.
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