Manipur News

Protesters block Indo–Myanmar Sugnu road over alleged killing of Meitei civilian in Manipur

Tensions escalated in Manipur on Thursday, January 22, as residents of Kakching Khunou blocked the strategically important Indo–Myanmar Sugnu Road to protest the alleged abduction and killing of a Meitei civilian, Mayanglambam Rishikanta Singh, in Churachandpur district. The road blockade was staged to condemn what the family has described as a “brutal killing” allegedly carried out by suspected Kuki militants.

Manipur: Meitei civilian allegedly abducted and killed in state, family suspects Kuki militant involvement

A 31-year-old Meitei civilian was allegedly abducted and killed by suspected Kuki militants in Churachandpur district, Manipur, according to a complaint filed by his family. 

Manipur Police arrest nephew in Imphal West elderly woman murder case

Manipur Police have arrested the nephew of an elderly woman in connection with her murder in Imphal West. The investigation is ongoing with the suspect in custody

Manipur police seize 600 grams of heroin in major drug bust, seven arrested

Manipur police seized 600 grams of heroin and arrested seven suspects in a major drug bust. The investigation into the drug trafficking network is ongoing with more arrests expected

Manipur police arrest four militant cadres in extortion crackdown

Manipur police arrested four militants involved in extortion across the state. Authorities vow strict action to restore peace and curb illegal activities

Manipur governor graces foundation day commemoration of eight states under ‘Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat’

Governor of Manipur, Shri Ajay Kumar Bhalla, on January 21 graced the commemoration of the Foundation Days of eight Indian states—Uttarakhand, Jharkhand, Nagaland, Assam, Manipur, Meghalaya, Tripura and Uttar Pradesh—at the Darbar Hall of Lok Bhavan in Imphal.

International Conference on Advanced Multidisciplinary Sciences and Engineering inaugurated at Manipur Technical University

The International Conference on Advanced Multidisciplinary Sciences and Engineering (ICAMSE 2026) was inaugurated on January 21 at Manipur Technical University, Imphal, marking the beginning of a three-day academic conclave aimed at fostering interdisciplinary research and innovation.

Assam Rifles extends support for 23rd SEKYO sports cum cultural meet at Manipur's Phaikoh village

Assam Rifles is extending proactive cooperation and comprehensive support for the smooth conduct of the 23rd SEKYO Sports cum Cultural Meet 2026 being held at Phaikoh Village in Manipur’s Kamjong district.

Manipur Governor cites President, PM’s 2025 visits as commitment to peace

Manipur Governor inaugurates monumental national flag at historic Kangla site

Senior citizen found brutally murdered inside home in Manipur's Imphal West, sparks shock and outrage

A 78-year-old woman was found brutally murdered inside her own residence in Imphal West district of Manipur, raising serious concerns over the safety of elderly citizens. The gruesome crime came to light on Tuesday, January 19 afternoon when the victim’s body was discovered hidden under her bed, wrapped in clothes, at Singjamei Oinam Thingel.

“Where is the state?” Kuki women’s group slams justice system over rape survivor’s death in Manipur

The Kuki Women Organisation for Human Rights (KWOHR), Kangpokpi district, has condemned what it calls a grave miscarriage of justice in the case of a young Kuki woman who died after surviving brutal sexual violence for more than two years without redress from the system meant to protect her.

Manipur security forces arrest four active cadres of proscribed insurgent groups across Imphal valley

In a coordinated and intelligence-driven operation, security forces in Manipur on January 20, 2026, intensified their crackdown on insurgent and extortion networks, arresting four active cadres linked to different banned outfits across Imphal East and Imphal West districts

Security forces defuse 3 IEDs along Indo-Myanmar border in major security operation

Security forces in Manipur on January 19, successfully neutralised three improvised explosive devices (IEDs) along the sensitive Indo-Myanmar border, averting a potential threat to both security personnel and civilian movement in the region.

FIR filed against Manipur BJP MLA L Susindro Meitei over alleged demolition of school building

The Manipur Police have registered a first information report (FIR) against Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) legislator L Susindro Meitei in connection with the alleged demolition of an under-construction school building in Imphal East district.

Nitin Nabin’s dedication to BJP will strengthen party: Ex-Manipur CM Biren Singh

Former Manipur chief minister N Biren Singh on January 20 said the appointment of Nitin Nabin as the national president of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) will further strengthen the party and enhance its organisational reach across the country.

Manipur people deserve special package for rehabilitation and economic revival: Civil bodies

The All Manipur United Clubs’ Organisation (AMUCO) on January 20 said the people of Manipur deserve a special package for rehabilitation, resettlement and economic revival, asserting that the ongoing crisis has severely affected the state across social, political and economic spheres.

Complaint seeks FIR against Manipur MLA over alleged demolition of government school site

A formal complaint seeking registration of a First Information Report (FIR) has been submitted at Porompat Police Station against Khurai MLA Leishangthem Susindro Meitei, accusing him of illegally dismantling an ongoing government school construction and threatening workers at the site.

Manipur police recover arms cache in Kangpokpi hills, seize communication devices in Kakching

Manipur police seized illegal arms and communication devices in Kangpokpi hills amid efforts to curb trafficking. Security has been heightened to prevent further illegal activities

Manipur police arrest two, seize heroin and destroy poppy fields in coordinated anti-drug drive

Manipur police arrested two persons and seized heroin in a major anti-drug operation. Several poppy fields were destroyed to curb drug production and trafficking

CoTU rejects allegations of harassment of Rajasthan school Wushu team, calls reports unverified

The Committee on Tribal Unity (CoTU) has rejected media reports alleging harassment and extortion of the Rajasthan School Wushu team during their return journey from Imphal after the 69th National School Games, describing the claims as unverified and misleading.