Manipur: CoTU condemns Makui bloodshed, demands removal of ‘illegal checkpoints’ at Chawangkining, Thonglang
Aug 29, 2026CoTU condemned the Makui bloodshed and demanded removal of alleged illegal checkpoints at Chawangkining and Thonglang. It said restrictions on food, medicine and civilian movement could trigger further retaliatory violence.
Manipur: Naga legislator Awangbou Newmai condemns IT road ambush, urges Kuki leaders to promote humanity
Aug 29, 2026Naga legislator and NPF State President Awangbou Newmai has strongly condemned the killing of four Liangmai Naga civilians in an alleged ambush by suspected Kuki militants along the IT Road in Kangpokpi district on August 27.
Manipur CM hosts outgoing Chief Secretary Dr Puneet Kumar Goel
Aug 29, 2026Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh hosted outgoing Chief Secretary Dr Puneet Kumar Goel at his official residence on August 29. He thanked Goel for his service, citing his work on IDP resettlement and peace restoration.
Hand grenade explodes at Oil Pump in Manipur’s Thoubal, no casualties reported
Aug 29, 2026Unidentified persons allegedly hurled a hand grenade at Sorojini Oil Pump near Khangabok under Thoubal Police Station on the evening of August 29, triggering an explosion at around 6:30 pm.
Manipur: Two killed, six injured in factional clash involving ZUF groups
Aug 29, 2026Two cadres were killed and six others injured in separate incidents of factional clashes between two groups of the Zeliangrong United Front (ZUF) in Manipur's Noney district over the past 24 hours, officials said.
Four suspected insurgent cadres arrested in separate operations in Manipur's Imphal East
Aug 29, 2026Security forces arrested four suspected insurgent cadres in separate intelligence-based operations in Imphal East. The action led to seizures including an IED, ammunition, cash and personal items.
'If you cannot protect Manipuris, resign': MPP targets Manipur CM, Home Minister over civilian killings
Aug 29, 2026The Manipur People's Party (MPP) on Saturday, August 29 staged a protest at its head office in Imphal, condemning the reported killing of four unarmed Naga civilians and the serious injury of another person in an attack along the Imphal-Tamenglong Road in Kangpokpi district on August 27.
Manipur observes National Sports Day, pays tribute to major Dhyan Chand
Aug 29, 2026Manipur observed National Sports Day 2026 at Khuman Lampak Sports Complex with a half marathon, floral tributes to Major Dhyan Chand and hockey exhibition matches. The programme highlighted the state's push for wider sports participation, fitness and upgraded facilities.
Manipur CM felicitates Gymnasts Ariha and Anjori Pangambam for international sporting achievement
Aug 29, 2026Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh felicitated Ariha and Anjori Pangambam after the Asian Aerobic Gymnastics Championship. Ariha's historic gold and Anjori's seventh-place finish underlined Manipur's growing sporting strength.
Manipur: Kangpokpi medics protest alleged attack on medical team, seek security for healthcare workers
Aug 29, 2026Doctors, nurses and other healthcare workers in Manipur’s Kangpokpi district staged a protest on Saturday, August 29 wearing black badges outside the District Hospital, condemning the alleged assault on a medical team at Chawangkining village on August 27 and demanding stronger security for personnel performing their duties in conflict-sensitive areas.
95th Martyrdom Anniversary of Haipou Jadonang observed at Manipur's Tamenglong
Aug 29, 2026The 95th martyrdom anniversary of Haipou Jadonang, the revered Zeliangrong Naga leader and freedom fighter, was observed at Tamenglong Headquarters on August 29, commemorating his sacrifice and contribution to the struggle against British colonial rule.
Manipur: Alleged firing on C. Kholen farmers sparks security concerns, village body appeals for action
Aug 29, 2026The C. Kholen Village Authority has condemned an alleged firing incident targeting farmers from the village and sought increased deployment of Central security forces, while calling on the Centre to review its ongoing peace talks with the NSCN-IM.
Manipur: CRPF convoy carrying mortal remains was never blocked, T. Waichong village chief calls reports ‘fabricated’
Aug 29, 2026The T Waichong village chief denied reports that a CRPF convoy carrying the mortal remains of four Liangmei youths was stopped on 27 August. He said the claims were fabricated and warned that they could deepen communal mistrust in the Kangpokpi-Senapati region.
Manipur Cabinet approves special recruitment policy for meritorious sportspersons
Aug 29, 2026Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh on August 29 met Ariha Pangambam, who became the first Indian to win a gold medal at the 10th Aerobic Gymnastics Asian Championships held in the Philippines this month.
NPP demands swift crackdown after ambush kills four Naga civilians in Manipur
Aug 29, 2026The National People’s Party (NPP) Manipur unit has strongly condemned the ambush that killed four Naga civilians along the Imphal-Tamei road in Kangpokpi district and called for swift action against those responsible.
Kuki students’ body launches free JNV coaching for displaced, underprivileged children in Manipur
Aug 28, 2026The Kuki Students’ Organisation (KSO) Sadar Hills on August 28 launched a free coaching programme for the Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya Selection Test (JNVST) 2026, targeting internally displaced and underprivileged children in Manipur’s Kangpokpi district.
Rajeev Singh Thakur likely to be next Manipur Chief Secretary
Aug 28, 2026Senior IAS officer Rajeev Singh Thakur is likely to be appointed as the next Chief Secretary of Manipur following the Centre's approval of his inter-cadre deputation to the state.
Manipur group threatens 24-hour bandh over census, NRC demands
Aug 28, 2026The JFD has threatened a 24-hour bandh in Manipur unless the Centre defers the census and begins updating the NRC by August 31. The protest calendar is now tied to the Assembly session, and the group says the agitation will continue until those it calls illegal immigrants are identified and deported.
Manipur: 3.5 lakh women to get Rs 10,000 grant under new empowerment scheme
Aug 28, 2026The Manipur Cabinet has approved the WE-Manipur scheme for women in recognised self-help groups. The programme begins with a Rs 10,000 grant and then moves to interest-free loans over two years.
Manipur Cabinet clears three Bills, public service reforms and police sports quota scheme
Aug 28, 2026The Manipur Cabinet approved three Bills, public service delivery rules and a police sports recruitment scheme. The decisions set up legislative changes, time-bound service monitoring and sportsperson recruitment ahead of the Assembly session.
Manipur Baptist Convention seeks justice for six Liangmai Naga civilians killed in May
Aug 28, 2026The Manipur Baptist Convention submitted a memorandum to the state government over the killing of six Liangmai Naga civilians. It said the families remain in distress and sought urgent action, assistance and safe passage for burial.
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