Manipur News

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.

Manipur: Tengnoupal CSOs warn of 48-hour highway bandh over doctors’ posting at Moreh, Tengnoupal Health facilities

Civil society organisations (CSOs) in Manipur’s Tengnoupal district have announced a 48-hour total bandh on the National Highway from August 24 if the state government fails to implement the Governor’s order on the transfer and posting of doctors at key health facilities in the district

Manipur CM calls for greater role of art in promoting peace, backs NRC implementation

Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh met artistes and urged them to use culture to promote peace. He also backed NRC implementation and called for rebuilding trust among communities.

48-hour Manipur general strike over NRC demand enters second day

A 48-hour general strike called by the Campaign for Just and Fair Delimitation over the demand for updating the National Register of Citizens (NRC) before the Census entered its second day on Wednesday, August 19, with protesters adopting various forms of agitation across the valley districts.

Manipur tribal body CoTU questions motive behind alleged attack on Deputy CM Losii Dikho’s convoy

The Committee on Tribal Unity (CoTU) has sought an immediate and impartial investigation into the alleged attack on vehicles belonging to Manipur Deputy Chief Minister Losii Dikho and the Paomei Naga Tsiidoumai (PNTM) at Namdilong near Kanglatongbi on August 17.

Assam: Alleged substandard road repair work raises concerns in Nagaon’s Puranigudam

Allegations of substandard road repair work by a Public Works Department (PWD) contractor have surfaced in Puranigudam in Assam’s Nagaon district, with local residents questioning the quality of materials being used.

NRC must precede Census and delimitation in Manipur, says Joint Tribes Council

The Joint Tribes Council Manipur (JTCM) has demanded that the National Register of Citizens (NRC) be implemented in the state before undertaking the Census or delimitation exercise.

Manipur: KCP Taibanganba Group chairman says people’s call for peace led to decision to lay down arms

A total of 46 cadres of the KCP-Taibanganba group surrendered on Tuesday, August 18 and handed over their weapons and other war-like stores during a homecoming ceremony organised by the Manipur Department of Home at the 1st Manipur Rifles Parade Ground in Imphal.

Manipur: Protest turns violent amid heavy rain, woman police personnel and protester injured

A protest by women against the ongoing census training at the office of the District Commissioner (DC), Imphal East, turned tense on August 18 as protesters attempted to enter the DC complex amid heavy rainfall. A woman police personnel was injured during the ensuing confrontation.

Manipur government urges JFD to withdraw 48-hour strike over NRC demand

Manipur DGP urges insurgent groups to shun violence and join mainstream

Manipur Director General of Police Mukesh Singh on Tuesday, August 18, urged insurgent groups to give up armed activities and return to the mainstream, assuring that the state police would support the lawful process of surrender, verification and rehabilitation.

Manipur shuts down as JFD strike enters second day over NRC demand

46 cadres of proscribed KCP-Taibanganba Group surrender with arms in Manipur

Forty-six cadres of the proscribed Kangleipak Communist Party (KCP)-Taibanganba Group surrendered with arms before the Manipur government and security forces on Tuesday, August 18, marking a significant step towards their return to civilian life.

'Positive response' from Amit Shah on NRC updation before Census: Ex-Manipur CM N Biren Singh

Former Manipur chief minister N Biren Singh on Tuesday, August 18, said Union Home Minister Amit Shah had given a “positive response” to his demand for updating the National Register of Citizens (NRC) in the state before the Census.

Manipur Police arrest PREPAK member, man in cough syrup smuggling case

Manipur Police arrested a PREPAK member and a man wanted in a codeine cough syrup case on August 17. The twin operations formed part of the state's continuing action against insurgency and drug-related offences.

Manipur Governor summons Assembly session on September 2

Manipur Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla on August 17 summoned the eighth session of the 12th Manipur Legislative Assembly, which will commence on September 2.

Manipur: Kuki chiefs oppose proposed IRB headquarters in Tengnoupal

The Kuki Chiefs Association has opposed the proposed 11th India Reserve Battalion headquarters at Saivom village in Tengnoupal. It said the tender was issued without local consultation and insisted the project wait until peace returns.