Kuki Inpi opposes new road near Manipur's Konsa village, threatens agitation if work continues
Oct 14, 2026The Kuki Inpi South West Sadar Hills has demanded an immediate halt to the construction of a new road through land it claims, allegedly with government assistance, warning of widespread public agitation if the work is not stopped within three days.
Manipur People's Party demands abrogation of SoO pact, disarmament of Kuki armed groups
Oct 14, 2026The Manipur People's Party (MPP) on October 14 demanded the immediate abrogation of the Suspension of Operations (SoO) framework and the complete disarmament of armed groups operating under it, accusing the Union government of pursuing a policy that, according to the party, has deepened ethnic divisions in Manipur.
Manipur CM says leaders who speak of unity unwilling to reach beyond valley
Oct 14, 2026Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh on October 14 said some leaders who publicly profess their love for Manipur and commitment to its territorial integrity were unwilling to reach out beyond the valley and embrace all communities.
Manipur launches clouded leopard, vulture conservation projects on 72nd Wildlife Week
Oct 14, 2026AI-based technology being explored to detect trafficked wildlife and animal parts; Forest Department identifies 307 hectares under illegal poppy cultivation
Manipur: Bimol Akoijam's supporters gherao BJP office in Imphal, allege political witch-hunt
Oct 14, 2026Supporters of Congress MP Angomcha Bimol Akoijam on October 14 staged a protest outside the BJP office at Keishampat in Imphal, accusing political forces of targeting the parliamentarian amid the controversy over allegations of sexual harassment against him.
RIMS forms 4-member panel to probe woman’s death after childbirth in Imphal
Oct 14, 2026The Regional Institute of Medical Sciences (RIMS), Imphal, has constituted a four-member inquiry committee to investigate the death of a 25-year-old woman following childbirth, amid allegations of medical negligence by her family.
‘People of Manipur will stand by Bimol Akoijam’: Protesters rally against sexual harassment allegations
Oct 14, 2026A large number of people gathered near Congress MP Angomcha Bimol Akoijam’s residence in Keishamthong, Imphal West, on Wednesday, October 14 to protest sexual harassment allegations against him, describing them as politically motivated and an attempt at character assassination.
Manipur crisis: Naga MLAs discuss situation amid demand for deputy CM Nemcha Kipgen’s removal
Oct 14, 2026Manipur Deputy Chief Minister Losii Dikho said Naga legislators were holding discussions with the state government and senior security officials to address the prevailing situation, amid demands from Naga MLAs for the resignation or removal of Deputy Chief Minister Nemcha Kipgen.
Manipur police arrest three insurgent cadres linked to KCP, PREPAK and KYKL
Oct 14, 2026Manipur Police have arrested three alleged insurgent cadres linked to the KCP (Wanglen Group), PREPAK and KYKL in separate operations in Bishnupur and Imphal districts, officials said.
Manipur woman dies at RIMS, family alleges medical negligence
Oct 13, 2026Family members of a 25-year-old woman staged a protest at the Regional Institute of Medical Sciences (RIMS) in Imphal on October 13, alleging medical negligence after she died following childbirth.
Bimol Akoijam accuses JNU Vice-Chancellor of bypassing due process, says he will challenge decision in court
Oct 13, 2026Inner Manipur MP questions timing of inquiry report and dismissal, alleges media trial and denies claims of seeking sexual favours for marks
Manipur Deputy CM Nemcha Kipgen distributes livelihood aid to displaced families in Kangpokpi
Oct 13, 2026Manipur Deputy Chief Minister Nemcha Kipgen on October 13 distributed livelihood assistance to internally displaced persons (IDPs) and welfare benefits to other beneficiaries in Kangpokpi district under the Seva Sankalp Abhiyan, 2026, urging village chiefs and civil society organisations to ensure that government schemes reach every eligible household, including those in remote hill areas.
Manipur CM felicitates three Asian Games hockey gold medallists
Oct 13, 2026Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh felicitated three state hockey players for their Asian Games gold medals. The interaction also focused on jobs, sports policy and support for aspiring athletes.
Bishnupur Police arrest 13 in racket circulating non-consensual explicit videos of Manipuri women
Oct 13, 2026Bishnupur Police said 13 people were arrested in an alleged racket circulating and monetising explicit videos of Manipuri women on Telegram and WhatsApp. The investigation is focused on the wider network, financial trails and the identification of victims.
Manipur Deputy CM meets KfW officials to review COSFOM forest conservation project
Oct 13, 2026Manipur Deputy Chief Minister Losii Dikho met KfW officials and the COSFOM team to review the forest conservation project’s progress. The discussion focused on restoring degraded forests, supporting livelihoods and ensuring the project’s continued implementation.
Manipur's Khurai residents stage 24-hour shutdown, demand justice for Paonam Dhaneshwar
Oct 13, 2026Normal life was affected in parts of Khurai in Manipur’s Imphal East district on October 13 as residents observed a 24-hour total shutdown called by the Joint Action Committee (JAC) on the Unnatural Death of Paonam Dhaneshwar, demanding accountability in connection with his death.
Manipur BJP chief Sharda Devi accuses Bimol Akoijam’s supporters of mistreating women
Oct 13, 2026Manipur Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) president and Rajya Sabha MP A. Sharda Devi on October 13 accused supporters of Lok Sabha MP Angomcha Bimol Akoijam of mistreating women, as a delegation of BJP women leaders met President Droupadi Murmu in Delhi.
Global Manipur Federation backs MP Bimol Akoijam, raises questions over JNU dismissal
Oct 13, 2026The Global Manipur Federation (GMF) has expressed solidarity with Manipur Lok Sabha MP Angomcha Bimol Akoijam amid the controversy surrounding his dismissal as a professor at Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU), raising concerns over alleged procedural irregularities in the decision.
Manipur: BSF DG meets CM after 9 killed in fresh firing incidents
Oct 13, 2026Border Security Force (BSF) Director General Praveen Kumar on October 13 met Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh to discuss the prevailing law and order situation in the violence-hit state, amid a fresh wave of deadly clashes that left at least nine people dead last week.
Two PREPAK cadres arrested in Manipur's Imphal East over Raising Day activities
Oct 13, 2026Two alleged PREPAK cadres were arrested in Imphal East during a joint operation on 12 October. Police said they were linked to the outfit's Raising Day banner activities in Sawombung.
'Witch hunt by khap panchayat': Congress MP Bimol Akoijam questions JNU inquiry over sexual harassment allegations
Oct 13, 2026Congress Lok Sabha MP Angomcha Bimol Akoijam has accused the Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) administration of bypassing due process in dismissing him following allegations of sexual harassment, describing the action as a “witch hunt” allegedly aimed at silencing his views on Manipur and the Northeast.
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