Manipur News

Manipur: IDPs attempt return to Churachandpur; tear gas fired as tension flares at Phugakchao Ikhai

Tension erupted at Phugakchao Ikhai in Bishnupur district on November 21 after a large group of internally displaced persons (IDPs) from Churachandpur, Torbung Bangla and several abandoned villages attempted to return to their native homes.

“Public deserves answers”: Biren Singh questions Manipur’s progress on illegal immigrant detection

Former Manipur Chief Minister N. Biren Singh has cautioned that the state is losing sight of the core issue of illegal immigrants, which he says lies at the heart of Manipur’s ongoing crisis.

Manipur: Son kills retired police officer father, later shoots himself

In a shocking incident, a retired Manipur Police Service (MPS) officer was allegedly shot dead by his son, who later died by suicide at their residence in Singjamei, Imphal West, on Friday afternoon.

Mohan Bhagwat meets Janajati leaders in Imphal, calls for unity for lasting peace

RSS Sarsanghchalak Dr. Mohan Bhagwat interacted with Janajati leaders in Imphal on the second day of his three-day visit to Manipur, urging collective efforts to strengthen unity, character-building, and social harmony for lasting peace and progress in the region.

Valley unrest casts shadow over Sangai Festival inauguration

As the clock ticks toward the 4:30 pm inauguration of Sangai Festival 2025, to be graced by the Governor of Manipur at Hapta Kangjeibung and BOAT, uncertainty looms large across the valley region.

Manipur: Clashes erupt as displaced people protest Sangai Festival in Imphal East

‘Manipur needs healing, not polarisation’: Congress questions focus of RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat’s visit

Manipur Congress president Keisham Meghachandra Singh said the public had expected the Centre to announce “a concrete plan for peace and restoration of normalcy” as the state continues to face ethnic tensions, mass displacement and what he called an “administrative collapse.”

Manipur police arrest four in major drug trafficking crackdown

Manipur police arrested four in a major drug trafficking crackdown, seizing a large quantity of narcotics. Authorities continue efforts to combat drug crimes and seek public support

Manipur police arrest three militants, recover arms in separate operations

Manipur police carried out a series of coordinated operations across the state, detaining three insurgent cadres and recovering a cache of weapons from a hillside site.

Manipur forces wipe out fresh poppy fields as crackdown expands

Manipur security forces have destroyed poppy fields in a crackdown against illegal opium cultivation. The operation targets remote areas to curb narcotics production and trafficking

Manipur police probes assault on senior officer during protest

Manipur police investigate assault on senior officer during protest and promise strict action. Evidence is being gathered and witnesses questioned as the probe continues

North East India Connect Festival begins in Hyderabad, driving cultural and tech partnerships

The North East India Connect Festival has commenced in Hyderabad to strengthen cultural and technological bonds. The event features performances, crafts, and innovations, promoting collaboration and economic growth

RSS chief calls for societal strength and patience in Manipur reconciliation

RSS chief calls for unity and patience to restore peace in Manipur. Collective effort and calm are key to overcoming challenges and fostering harmony

Manipur MP's aide files complaint against IGP for alleged threatening behaviour at Royal Palace

An aide of a Manipur MP has accused the IGP of threatening behaviour at the Royal Palace. The complaint is now under investigation by the authorities

Kuki rights body challenges NFSU forensic report on Biren Singh audio, seeks court-monitored SIT

The Kuki Organisation for Human Right Trust on November 19 filed a detailed counter-affidavit before the Supreme Court, challenging the findings of the National Forensic Science University (NFSU), Gandhinagar, on the leaked audio tape allegedly featuring former Manipur Chief Minister N. Biren Singh.

Despite anger of displaced families, Sangai Festival preparations push ahead under tight security

Preparations for the Sangai Festival 2025 continue in full swing at Hatta Kangjeibung, even as resentment grows among thousands of internally displaced people (IDPs) who have been living in relief camps for more than two and a half years.

Protesters attempt to storm Sangai Festival venue; police fire tear gas to disperse crowd

Tension gripped Hatta Kangjeibung, the main venue of the Sangai Festival 2025, on November 20 as police fired tear gas shells to stop a large group of protesters attempting to storm the festival grounds.

Kangpokpi launches public-centric parking and traffic control system

In a major step toward easing congestion and strengthening public safety, the Sadar Hills Autonomous District Council (SH-ADC), Kangpokpi, in coordination with the District Administration, rolled out a comprehensive public-centric parking and traffic management system on a pilot basis across Kangpokpi District Headquarters today.

“Free movement first”: Displaced families oppose Sangai Festival amid crisis

A mass sit-in protest was organised on Thursday, November 20 across several relief camps in Manipur’s valley districts, with displaced residents strongly opposing the state government’s plan to hold the Sangai Festival amid the ongoing crisis.

Mohan Bhagwat lands in Manipur, first visit by RSS chief since 2023 ethnic clashes

RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat arrived in Manipur on Thursday, November 20, marking his first visit to the state since ethnic violence broke out two years ago. His three-day trip is part of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh’s (RSS) centenary celebrations, and will include a series of closed-door meetings.

PREPAK (PRO) cadre arrested in Manipur's Bishnupur for extortion activities

Security forces in Manipur arrested an active cadre of the proscribed PREPAK (PRO) outfit during an operation conducted on Wednesday, November 19. The arrested individual has been identified as Pukhrambam Diamond Singh (33), a resident of Bishnupur Awang Leikai Ward No. 1 in Bishnupur district.