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Manipur home minister says anyone involved in Makui killings will be arrested, including SoO groups

Oct 15, 2026

Manipur Home Minister Konthoujam Govindas Singh on October 15 said anyone involved in criminal activities would be arrested, including members of armed groups operating under the Suspension of Operations (SoO) agreement, asserting that the government was making every effort to deliver justice and restore peace in the state.

Resumption of free movement along NH-2 boosts Manipur’s economy: Yumnam Khemchand Singh

Resumption of free movement along NH-2 boosts Manipur’s economy: Yumnam Khemchand Singh

Oct 15, 2026

Yumnam Khemchand Singh said resumed movement along NH-2 had boosted Manipur's crisis-hit economy. He urged communities to resolve differences through dialogue while outlining road and healthcare projects.

78 BSF personnel hospitalised at RIMS in Manipur after suspected mass food poisoning

Oct 15, 2026

At least 78 newly posted personnel of the 58th Battalion of the Border Security Force (BSF), stationed at Lamshang in Manipur, were admitted to the Regional Institute of Medical Sciences (RIMS) on October 14 following complaints of repeated vomiting after breakfast, in a suspected case of mass food poisoning.

Bimol Akoijam leaves for Delhi following police summons, supporters rally at Imphal Airport

Oct 15, 2026

Congress MP from Inner Manipur, Dr Angomcha Bimol Akoijam, left for New Delhi on October 15 after being summoned by Delhi Police in connection with an FIR registered against him. Supporters gathered at Imphal International Airport to express solidarity with the parliamentarian and raised slogans in his support.

Former JNU scholars back Prof Bimol Akoijam, question due process in dismissal

Former JNU scholars back Prof Bimol Akoijam, question due process in dismissal

Oct 15, 2026

Former MPhil and PhD students of Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) have expressed solidarity with Professor A Bimol Akoijam following his dismissal, alleging procedural irregularities, breach of confidentiality and what they described as a politically charged media trial.

Manipur: Post-mortem of two Naga men begins after missing head recovered, Naga council continues agitation

Oct 15, 2026

The post-mortem examination of two Naga men allegedly killed by suspected Kuki militants in Manipur's Makui village began after the severed head of one of the victims was recovered within the 48-hour deadline issued by the Joint Tribe Council (JTC). However, the council has decided to continue its agitation until the alleged main perpetrators of the October 10 attack are arrested.

BJP women MPs seek ethics committee probe against Congress MP Bimol Akoijam over JNU allegations

Oct 15, 2026

A delegation of women MPs from the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on October 15 met Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla and submitted a memorandum seeking an inquiry by the House Ethics Committee into Congress MP Bimol Akoijam over an alleged sexual harassment case linked to Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU).

Missing head of Naga man killed in Manipur attack recovered after five days

Missing head of Naga man killed in Manipur attack recovered after five days

Oct 15, 2026

The severed head of Ajinpou Ringkamai, a Naga man allegedly killed in an attack by suspected Kuki armed men in Manipur’s Kangpokpi district, was recovered by security forces on Wednesday, five days after the incident, officials said.

'National Black Day’: 12-hour shutdown by CorCom keeps shops shut, public transport off roads in Manipur

Oct 15, 2026

A 12-hour shutdown called by the Coordination Committee (CorCom), an umbrella organisation of several banned insurgent groups, disrupted normal life across Manipur on Thursday, October 15, as the outfit observed the day as “National Black Day”.

Kuki Inpi opposes new road near Manipur's Konsa village, threatens agitation if work continues

Kuki Inpi opposes new road near Manipur's Konsa village, threatens agitation if work continues

Oct 14, 2026

The 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, 2026

The 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, 2026

Manipur 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

Manipur launches clouded leopard, vulture conservation projects on 72nd Wildlife Week

Oct 14, 2026

AI-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, 2026

Supporters 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

RIMS forms 4-member panel to probe woman’s death after childbirth in Imphal

Oct 14, 2026

The 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, 2026

A 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, 2026

Manipur 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

Manipur police arrest three insurgent cadres linked to KCP, PREPAK and KYKL

Oct 14, 2026

Manipur 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

Manipur woman dies at RIMS, family alleges medical negligence

Oct 13, 2026

Family 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, 2026

Inner 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, 2026

Manipur 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.