Manipur News

Manipur Muslims protest inclusion of non-Muslims in Waqf Board

Muslim community members in Manipur's Thoubal district protested the appointment of non-Muslims to the Waqf Board. The move has triggered resentment in the Pangal community and prompted the chief minister to examine its concerns.

‘Demanding justice is not a crime’: Delhi-based Meetei group condemns force against protesters

The Delhi Meetei Coordinating Committee condemned the alleged use of tear gas and force against protesters seeking justice for six Naga civilians. It sought impartial inquiries into the killings and protest response, alongside relief for those injured.

Manipur’s polo heritage inspires Miss Universe India 2026 costume

Thadoi’s Miss Universe India 2026 costume in Jaipur draws on Manipur’s polo heritage and textiles. The ensemble presents the state’s shared craftsmanship and cultural diversity on a national stage.

JFD students’ wing locks government offices in Manipur over NRC-before-Census demand

Members of the students’ wing of the Campaign for Just and Fair Delimitation (JFD) locked several government offices in Manipur as protests demanding updation of the National Register of Citizens (NRC) before the Census continued in the state.

Manipur CM flags off 16 candidates for overseas skill training in Japan

Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh flagged off 16 candidates for skill training in Japan under the SLEE initiative. The programme, backed by an SBI MoU, is aimed at strengthening youth livelihoods, skills and entrepreneurship prospects.

Imphal-Guwahati bus service resumes after nearly three years

Public transport on the Imphal-Dimapur-Guwahati route resumed on 21 August after nearly three years. The restart, welcomed by passengers, is being seen as a step towards normalcy and inter-state connectivity.

Large cache of arms, ammunition and explosives recovered along Indo-Myanmar Border in Manipur's Moreh

A joint team of Moreh Police Station and 36 Assam Rifles recovered a concealed cache of arms, ammunition and explosives near Border Pillar 73 along the Indo-Myanmar border. The seizure has triggered an investigation into who hid the weapons and what they were meant for.

Two arrested with 45 kg of suspected Opium in Manipur's Senapati

Senapati District Police arrested two men after recovering 46 packets of suspected opium during a checking operation at Khongnem Thana village. The seizure also included a Mahindra Thar Roxx and Rs 10,000 in cash, and further legal action is under way.

Naga body restricts goods truck movement through parts of Manipur

The Joint Tribes Council Manipur has restricted goods trucks and commercial vehicles in Naga areas under its jurisdiction. The move follows recent violence and killings, and increases pressure on the government over community security.

Manipur: Woman seeking justice for slain husband injured during Namdilong protest

‘Nearly 60,000 displaced’: Manipur MP says conditions not right for a credible Census

Inner Manipur MP Bimol Akoijam has asked the Centre to defer the Census and any delimitation exercise in the state. He said displacement, continuing violence and the absence of citizenship verification mechanisms make a credible count impossible.

Protest seeking justice for six Naga civilians turns violent in Manipur's Imphal West, several injured

A protest demanding justice for six Naga civilians allegedly abducted from Leilon Vaiphei in Kangpokpi district and subsequently killed turned violent at Namdilong in Imphal West on August 20.

Manipur students seek NRC before census, CM backs Assembly discussion

Students from 10 Manipur institutions met Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh to seek NRC implementation before the Census. The government said it would raise the issue in the Assembly while stressing an error-free exercise.

Manipur delegation comprising of 14 CSOs heads to Delhi to raise NRC, Census issues with Centre

A joint delegation comprising representatives of 14 civil society organisations (CSOs), along with representatives of the Naga, Kom and Meitei Pangal communities, left Imphal for New Delhi on Thursday, August 20 to raise issues related to the proposed National Register of Citizens (NRC) and the delay in the Census.

Manipur orders closure of all schools, colleges and higher education institutes from August 20 to 22

Manipur has ordered all schools, colleges and higher education institutions to shut from August 20 to 22. The directive, issued over the prevailing law and order situation, covers government, aided and unaided institutions.

Manipur CM discusses security challenges, public order with senior CRPF officials

Manipur Chief Minister Y Khemchand Singh on Wednesday, August 19 reviewed the law and order situation in the state with senior officials of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF).

Manipur: Kuki bodies condole deaths of peace advocate Niketu Iralu, physician Dr Vikethonyii Kesiezie

Kuki organisations in Manipur have condoled the deaths of veteran peace advocate Niketu Iralu and physician Dr Vikethonyii Kesiezie, recalling their contributions to peacebuilding, reconciliation, healthcare and humanitarian service in the Northeast.

Manipur teachers urge government to defer census duties amid ‘No NRC, No Census’ stir

The MGHSLWA has asked the Manipur government to defer Census training and field duties for teachers amid the 'No NRC, No Census' agitation. It said public non-cooperation and possible hostility could endanger teachers until a consensus is reached.

Manipur protesters demand NRC updation before Census, warn of intensified stir

A protest rally was held in Imphal West on Wednesday, August 19 in support of a 48-hour general strike demanding updation of the National Register of Citizens (NRC) in Manipur before the Census exercise is completed, with protesters warning of an intensification of the agitation if the government does not defer the ongoing process.

Manipur NRC row: JFD announces boycott of government offices from August 20

The campaign for Just and Fair Delimitation (JFD) has announced a boycott of all state and central government offices in Manipur from August 20 as part of its ongoing agitation demanding updation of the National Register of Citizens (NRC) before the Census.

Manipur Police arrest man with 130 grams of suspected heroin in Imphal East

Manipur Police arrested an Imphal East man after seizing 130 grams of suspected heroin packed in 10 soap cases. Investigators are now tracing the drug's source and its suspected route to Kohima.