NIA arrests: Ex-CM Biren Singh asks if ‘larger network’ worked to destabilise Manipur
Sep 30, 2026Former Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh on September 30 questioned whether a larger network with political interests had been working to destabilise the state and undermine his government, following recent arrests by the National Investigation Agency (NIA).
Manipur minister urges civil society groups not to threaten artists amid unrest
Sep 30, 2026Manipur Art and Culture Minister Khuraijam Loken Singh on September 30 urged civil society organisations and other stakeholders not to threaten or intimidate artists, particularly amid the prevailing difficult circumstances in the state.
Manipur MLA Ram Muivah launches 5 advanced ambulances, 500 solar lights in Ukhrul
Sep 30, 2026Ukhrul MLA Ram Muivah on September 30 launched five advanced life-support ambulances and 500 solar street lights aimed at strengthening emergency healthcare and improving community infrastructure in remote areas of Manipur's Ukhrul district.
Congress urges President Murmu to protect Assam’s downstream interests over Upper Siang project
Sep 30, 2026Former Assam Leader of Opposition and former Congress MLA Debabrata Saikia has approached President Droupadi Murmu, seeking intervention to safeguard Assam's downstream interests, public safety and ecological security in connection with the proposed Siang Upper Multipurpose Project (SUMP) in Arunachal Pradesh.
Manipur: Tangkhul body warns of seeking support from China over border security
Sep 30, 2026The Tangkhul Aze Katamnao Long (TAKL) has expressed strong resentment over what it described as the government's failure to ensure the safety of Naga-inhabited villages along Manipur's international border and warned that continued inaction could prompt people to seek support from neighbouring countries, including China.
Hmar delegation from Pherzawl meets Manipur CM, seeks better roads, power and banking facilities
Sep 30, 2026A delegation representing the Hmar community in Manipur’s Pherzawl district on Wednesday met Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh and raised a range of issues concerning road connectivity, electricity, banking facilities and the proposed Pherzawl Autonomous District Council.
Manipur CM mourns demise of cultural figure Kakchingtabam Kumar Sharma
Sep 30, 2026Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh condoled the death of Kakchingtabam Kumar Sharma in a message on X. He said Sharma's work helped preserve Manipur's cultural heritage and Nata Sankirtan.
Manipur CM Khemchand Singh calls for unity among 36 communities, invokes Hijam Irawat’s ideals
Sep 30, 2026Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh on Wednesday, September 30, called for unity among the state’s 36 communities, saying the ideals of social justice, harmony and collective progress associated with Jana Neta Hijam Irawat remain relevant.
Manipur: Cyber crime police arrest 58-year-old man over obscene remarks against woman on Facebook
Sep 30, 2026The Cyber Crime Police Station in Manipur has registered a case over the alleged posting of obscene and derogatory remarks against a woman on Facebook and arrested a 58-year-old man in connection with the case.
Kuki-Zo Council reiterates demand for Union Territory with legislature, sets October 10 deadline
Sep 29, 2026The Kuki-Zo Council (KZC), a political platform representing the Kuki-Zo community, has reiterated its demand for a Union Territory with a legislature and said it would consider further agitation if the government does not act by October 10 on the issue of Kuki-Zo bodies kept at the Churachandpur District Hospital.
NIA arrests two more accused in 2024 Manipur CM convoy ambush case
Sep 29, 2026The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has arrested two more accused in connection with the June 10, 2024 armed ambush on the convoy of the then Chief Minister of Manipur.
NIA arrests second accused in Manipur IED attack that killed two children
Sep 29, 2026The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has arrested a second accused in connection with an IED attack at a residential house in Manipur's Tronglaobi area in April that killed two children and injured another person.
Women’s body launches MLA signature campaign for NRC update in Manipur
Sep 29, 2026The women’s wing of the Campaign for Just and Fair Delimitation (JFD) has launched a signature campaign among Manipur MLAs to ascertain elected representatives’ positions on the demand for updating the National Register of Citizens (NRC) in the state.
Mizoram-Manipur bus service to begin October 1, connect Sairang with Churachandpur
Sep 29, 2026A regular bus service connecting Sairang in Mizoram with Churachandpur in southern Manipur will begin from October 1, in a move expected to ease travel difficulties between the two neighbouring northeastern states.
Eight Manipuri ponies die in Kakching, cause of illness yet to be ascertained
Sep 29, 2026The deaths of eight Manipuri ponies in Wabagai area of Manipur's Kakching district have raised concern among pony owners and the state's equestrian and polo communities, with laboratory test results awaited to determine the cause of the illness.
Manipur: Tamenglong Police seize 260 litres of illegal DIC liquor amid ongoing crackdown on illegal liquor and drugs
Sep 29, 2026Tamenglong District Police seized 260 litres of illegal DIC liquor along the Tamenglong-Khongshang Road on September 29. The recovery is part of an ongoing district drive against illegal liquor and suspected drug activity.
Manipur MLA calls for collective efforts to bridge trust deficit, restore normalcy
Sep 29, 2026Patsoi MLA Sapam Kunjakeswor Singh urged wider social participation to rebuild trust in Manipur. He said reopened highways alone cannot remove the fear left by the prolonged conflict.
Manipur CM congratulates Sarungbam Nimai Singh on Lalit Kala Akademi Award
Sep 29, 2026Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh congratulated artist Sarungbam Nimai Singh on winning the Lalit Kala Akademi Award. The honour brings national focus to Manipur's artistic talent and cultural contribution.
Manipur police arrest three, apprehend juvenile in anti-narcotics crackdown; 484 gm heroin seized
Sep 29, 2026Manipur police and security forces carried out separate anti-narcotics operations in Imphal East and Bishnupur, seizing suspected heroin and codeine-based cough syrup. The action led to three arrests, the apprehension of a juvenile and multiple vehicle seizures for further legal proceedings.
Manipur Police arrest four insurgent cadres in separate operations
Sep 29, 2026Police and security teams arrested four alleged insurgent cadres in separate operations across Manipur on September 28. The arrests involved allegations ranging from abduction and recruitment to propaganda work and unauthorised financial transactions.
Manipur Congress stages protests, demands removal of CEC Gyanesh Kumar
Sep 28, 2026Congress workers staged protests across Manipur demanding CEC Gyanesh Kumar's removal over the SIR exercise. The demonstrations extended a nationwide party campaign as the Election Commission defended its institutional process.
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