Manipur News

Manipur Dy CM Nemcha Kipgen pushes skill-first agenda for Kangpokpi youth

Manipur Deputy Chief Minister Nemcha Kipgen has stressed the importance of practical, market-oriented skills for youth, as 17 young people from Kangpokpi district completed vocational training in tailoring and mobile phone repair.

Three Kuki houses torched in Manipur's Kailenjang, fresh tension along Kangpokpi-Senapati border

Three houses belonging to Kuki residents were allegedly set ablaze in Kailenjang village of Manipur's Kangpokpi district on Wednesday, October 7 while gunfire was reported in the area, triggering fresh security concerns in the largely deserted settlement.

Manipur: Residents flag sub-standard bituminous work on 60-km NH-102A stretch, seek immediate repairs

Residents and village authorities under Paomata Block and Chilivai Phaibung Block in Manipur have raised concerns over the quality of recently completed bituminous work on National Highway-102A between Tadubi and Lower Phaibung village, alleging that the road surface began deteriorating within a week of completion.

Manipur villagers seek probe into poor-quality work on NH-102A Tadubi–Phaibung stretch

Residents and village authorities from Paomata and Chilivai Phaibung blocks in Manipur's Senapati district have raised concerns over the quality of recently executed bituminous work on the National Highway-102A and sought an immediate technical inspection of the affected stretch.

Manipur Fire Services department plans new stations, technology upgrade to strengthen emergency response

The Manipur Fire Services Department is strengthening its infrastructure, manpower and emergency response capabilities with plans to establish new fire stations and adopt advanced technology, a senior official said on Wednesday.

Manipur drug network busted, 8,320 bottles of codeine cough syrup seized

Security forces have seized 8,320 bottles of codeine-laced cough syrup from a riverbank in Manipur's Imphal West district, police said on October 7, following the arrest of three people in connection with an alleged drug network.

Manipur Police arrest two PLA militants in Imphal, seize scooter

Manipur Police arrested two PLA militants in Imphal and seized a Honda Activa scooter. In a separate same-day operation, Churachandpur police recovered suspected brown sugar and a Ford EcoSport, with both cases under investigation.

Manipur Police re-arrest escaped accused, PRE-PAK cadre held in separate operations

Manipur Police re-arrested an accused who had escaped from Lilong Police Station in August. In a separate operation, security forces held an alleged PRE-PAK cadre suspected of recruiting new members.

KWOHR urges Manipur govt to monitor implementation of order after NH-2 blockade lifted

The Kuki Women Organisation for Human Rights (KWOHR) has urged the Manipur government to closely monitor the implementation of its August 28 order directing the removal of blockades and obstructions from highways across the state.

2023 UNLF pact, highways, rail link: Manipur govt lists BJP regime’s key gains

The Manipur government on October 6 highlighted the 2023 peace agreement with the United National Liberation Front (UNLF) as a significant step towards peace and stability in the state, while listing infrastructure and welfare initiatives undertaken under the BJP-led administration.

Amit Shah likely to visit Manipur in October, date yet to be finalised: CM Khemchand

Union Home Minister Amit Shah is likely to visit Manipur this month, but the exact date of his visit has not yet been finalised, Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh said on October 6.

Manipur Cabinet hails Modi’s 25 years of public service, cites projects and development

The Manipur Cabinet on October 6 expressed its gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his 25 years of public service, describing him as a “visionary leader” and highlighting development projects and initiatives undertaken during his tenure.

Manipur CM flags Rs 1,200 crore GST drop, says bandh-hit economy needs urgent recovery

Manipur Police arrest three, including KCP (PWG) cadre involved in militant recruitment

Security forces and police arrested three men in separate operations across Manipur on October 5. The cases span alleged militant recruitment, suspected drug trafficking and illegal arms dealings.

Kuki bodies seek impartial probe into killing of elderly farmer in Manipur's Kangpokpi

Kuki 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

Manipur 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

Manipur 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

The 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

A 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

Three 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

Security 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.