Manipur: Security forces arrest UNLF(P) cadre, recover arms and suspected extorted property
May 28, 2026Security forces in Manipur intensified its operations against extortion and illegal liquor leading to the arrest of a suspected militant cadre and the seizure of a large quantity of liquor in two separate operations.
Church falls silent, school shuts after Pastor among six still held hostage in Manipur
May 28, 2026The pews of the Leimakhong Baptist Church remain empty on Sundays, while classrooms at Hope International School have fallen silent since Reverend Dr. Manu Thiumai was allegedly taken hostage along with several others by suspected Kuki militants earlier this month.
KCP leader arrested in Delhi, large cache of arms recovered in Manipur
May 28, 2026A senior leader of the banned militant outfit Kangleipak Communist Party (KCP), identified as Haobijam Dilip Singh, was arrested in Delhi during a joint operation conducted by the Delhi Police Special Cell, the Manipur Police, and central intelligence agencies.
Supreme Court allows Manipur to appoint DGP from outside state cadre
May 27, 2026The Supreme Court on Manipur 27 allowed the Manipur government to appoint a Director General of Police (DGP) from outside the Manipur cadre, taking note of the prevailing situation in the violence-hit state.
Meghalaya education system cannot be judged by rankings alone: Conrad Sangma defends state’s PGI performance
May 27, 2026Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma has defended the state government over Meghalaya’s performance in the Ministry of Education’s Performance Grading Index (PGI) 2.0 report, stating that the quality of education cannot be assessed solely through rankings as multiple technical and structural factors influence the evaluation process.
Manipur: KSO Sadar Hills responds to Naga students’ body allegations, calls for evidence-based investigation
May 27, 2026The Kuki Students’ Organisation (KSO) Sadar Hills has issued a statement responding to allegations made by the All Naga Students’ Association, Manipur (ANSAM), urging that ongoing incidents related to abductions and violence in Manipur be handled through lawful investigation and evidence-based processes.
Manipur CM welcomes Centre’s demographic panel, assures full state support
May 27, 2026Manipur Chief Minister Y Khemchand Singh on May 27 welcomed the Centre’s decision to constitute a high-level committee to study demographic changes in border states, describing it as a “historic move” and assuring full cooperation from the state government.
Manipur Congress alleges BJP governments ‘Silent Spectators’ over hostage crisis
May 27, 2026The Manipur Congress on May 27 alleged that the BJP-led governments at the Centre and in the state have remained “silent spectators” while several civilians abducted by armed groups continue to remain in captivity.
Begging child mainstreamed into formal education in Manipur
May 27, 2026A seven-year-old girl child found accompanying an elderly woman engaged in begging activities near the Kwairamband Keithel overbridge in Imphal has been mainstreamed into formal education following intervention by the Manipur Commission for Protection of Child Rights (MCPCR).
Around 50 youths join Yuva Sena in Manipur, call for greater political participation
May 27, 2026Stressing the need for greater youth participation in politics amid the ongoing crisis in Manipur, around 50 youngsters from various constituencies of the valley region joined Yuva Sena Manipur Pradesh during an enrolment programme held in Imphal on Wednesday, May 27.
Manipur Congress leader approaches NHRC over human rights concerns in state
May 27, 2026Manipur Congress Legislature Party leader K Meghachandra Singh on May 27 said a delegation met officials of the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) in New Delhi and submitted a complaint highlighting the current situation in Manipur, alleging serious human rights concerns and civilian suffering in the state.
Supreme Court seeks faster trial in Manipur violence case, flags delay in proceedings
May 27, 2026The Supreme Court on May 27 observed that the ongoing trial related to the 2023 ethnic violence in Manipur needs to be expedited and sought a status report from authorities on the progress of the case.
Manipur: Tengnoupal civil society groups announce indefinite economic blockade from May 28
May 27, 2026Civil society organisations in Tengnoupal have announced an indefinite economic blockade from 28 May over the killing of three Kuki-Zo religious leaders and the captivity of hostages on both sides. The groups have backed a judicial inquiry, sought an impartial probe and urged urgent government action in the interest of communal harmony.
Kuki CSO alleges four-hour armed attack on Manipur's Mongkot Chepu village
May 27, 2026The Kuki CSO Working Committee alleged that Mongkot Chepu village in Ukhrul came under a multi-direction armed attack on 26 May. It said the incident exposed a grave security failure and demanded immediate protection for vulnerable Kuki-Zo settlements.
Manipur’s David Maisnam wins Mister Heritage 2026 title in Philippines
May 27, 2026Maisnam David Singh from Manipur won the Mister Heritage 2026 title in Pasig City, Philippines, on May 26. His victory extends India’s strong record at the culture and heritage-focused international pageant.
NPF rejects Kuki CSOs’ denial over abducted 6 Naga men, demands immediate disclosure
May 27, 2026The Naga People's Front (NPF), Manipur State Unit, has strongly objected to a press statement published in a media outlet on May 26, in which Kuki civil society organisations (CSOs) reportedly stated that they had “no knowledge” regarding the whereabouts of six Naga men abducted from Leilon Vaiphei village on May 13
Manipur police destroy illegal bunkers, recover IEDs and assault rifles in twin operations
May 27, 2026Security forces in Manipur demolished illegal bunkers in Ukhrul and recovered arms and explosives in Churachandpur. The twin operations extended the ongoing search and area domination drive across vulnerable and fringe areas.
Manipur police arrest PREPAK, PLA cadres; arms, IEDs and bunkers recovered
May 27, 2026Manipur police arrested alleged PREPAK, PLA and RPF/PLA cadres in multiple operations across the state. Separate searches in Ukhrul and Churachandpur also led to bunker demolitions and recoveries of arms, IEDs and communication gear.
Naga and Meitei groups form joint committee in Manipur
May 26, 2026Naga and Meitei representatives formed the Native Peoples' Committee Manipur at a meeting in Imphal. The new body said it will protect indigenous rights, land, identity and dignity while pushing key resolutions.
Biren Singh welcomes Centre’s demographic panel, says Northeast has long faced impact of illegal immigration
May 26, 2026Former Manipur chief minister N. Biren Singh welcomed the Centre's new committee on demographic change. He said it is especially significant for northeastern states facing long-standing concerns over illegal immigration.
Suspected militants open fire near Goitang Naga village; Naga bodies condemn attack
May 26, 2026Tension escalated in Manipur’s Noney district on May 26 after suspected militants allegedly opened fire near Goitang (Nungadang) Naga village under Khoupum Sub-Division, targeting civilians working in agricultural fields, according to local village organisations and Naga civil society bodies.
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