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BJP names Tarun Chugh as Manipur observer ahead of leadership decision

BJP names Tarun Chugh as Manipur observer ahead of leadership decision

Feb 02, 2026

The BJP Parliamentary Board on February 2 appointed party national general secretary Tarun Chugh as central observer for the election of the legislature party leader in Manipur, a step that signals renewed efforts to form a government in the state.

Manipur IDP resettlement deadline of March 31 ‘unworkable’: Kangpokpi committee

Manipur IDP resettlement deadline of March 31 ‘unworkable’: Kangpokpi committee

Feb 02, 2026

The Kangpokpi District Internally Displaced Welfare Committee (KDIDWC) has rejected the March 31, 2026, deadline for the resettlement of Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs), calling it unrealistic and unworkable in the absence of basic infrastructure.

Rare 1950s–70s photographic archives bring Manipur’s past to life at Imphal exhibition

Feb 02, 2026

Rare photographic records capturing Manipur’s cultural, social and ritual life from the 1950s to the 1970s have drawn significant public attention at a three-day exhibition organised by the Advanced Research Consortium Library and Archives (ARCLA) in Imphal West.

Naga seed sowing festival Lui-Ngai-Ni to be celebrated at Ukhrul on February 14–15

Naga seed sowing festival Lui-Ngai-Ni to be celebrated at Ukhrul on February 14–15

Feb 02, 2026

Lui-Ngai-Ni festival in Ukhrul marks the beginning of the sowing season for Naga tribes. The event fosters unity and celebrates cultural traditions.

Manipur NDA MLAs reach Delhi as BJP weighs options ahead of President’s rule deadline

Manipur NDA MLAs reach Delhi as BJP weighs options ahead of President’s rule deadline

Feb 02, 2026

The talks come days before the second phase of the President’s rule expires. Central rule was first imposed on February 13, 2025, for six months after prolonged ethnic violence, and was extended in August 2025 for another six months.

Manipur: Ex-CM says Budget reforms to boost startups; Congress claims state ignored

Manipur: Ex-CM says Budget reforms to boost startups; Congress claims state ignored

Feb 02, 2026

Former Manipur chief minister N Biren Singh on February 1, said the reforms announced in the Union Budget 2026–27 will create new opportunities for startups, IT-enabled services and skilled youth in the Northeast, while the state Congress accused the Centre of ignoring Manipur’s prolonged crisis.

Fashion designer Robert Naorem hosts Fashion Tourism 2026 at Moirang to promote Manipur’s handloom heritage

Feb 01, 2026

Fashion designer Robert Naorem on February 1, hosted Fashion Tourism 2026 at the LDA Complex, Sendra, Moirang with an aim to promote Manipur’s tourism potential through the creative showcase of its rich handloom and textile heritage.

Villagers warn of 72-hour NH-202 blockade over stalled expansion and compensation issues in Manipur's Ukhrul

Villagers warn of 72-hour NH-202 blockade over stalled expansion and compensation issues in Manipur's Ukhrul

Feb 01, 2026

Villagers in Ukhrul district plan a 72-hour blockade of NH 202 protesting stalled expansion and compensation delays. Authorities are called to act swiftly to address the concerns and prevent disruption.

Former Manipur CM Biren Singh, BJP leaders head to Delhi amid government formation buzz

Feb 01, 2026

Amid intensifying speculation over government formation in Manipur, a large number of BJP legislators and its alliance partners left for New Delhi on Sunday, February 1, following summons from the party’s central leadership, triggering fresh political buzz in the state.

Rs 50 and Rs 100 stamp paper shortage disrupts legal transactions in Manipur

Rs 50 and Rs 100 stamp paper shortage disrupts legal transactions in Manipur

Feb 01, 2026

Severe scarcity of Rs 50 and Rs 100 non-judicial stamp papers in Manipur since January 2026. Legal, property, and administrative transactions delayed as black market prices soar. Authorities launch crackdowns on unauthorised stamp sales.

Union Budget 2026: Assam, five other northeastern states to get Buddhist circuit scheme

Union Budget 2026: Assam, five other northeastern states to get Buddhist circuit scheme

Feb 01, 2026

Union Budget 2026 includes Assam and five northeastern states in the Buddhist circuit scheme to promote tourism and cultural preservation. The scheme will develop infrastructure at Buddhist sites, boosting local economies and attracting tourists

BJP summons Manipur MLAs to Delhi amid speculation over state’s political future

BJP summons Manipur MLAs to Delhi amid speculation over state’s political future

Feb 01, 2026

The BJP high command has summoned all party legislators from Manipur, along with MLAs of its NDA allies, to New Delhi for urgent consultations, triggering fresh political speculation in the state.

Manipur police arrest two militant cadres in separate operations, firearm seized

Manipur police arrest two militant cadres in separate operations, firearm seized

Feb 01, 2026

Manipur police arrested two militants and seized a firearm during recent operations. Investigations continue to uncover links to larger militant groups

Kangpokpi’s annual inter-ward sports tournament KIWT 2026 concludes with solid waste management drive

Jan 31, 2026

The 19th Kanggui Inter Ward Tournament (KIWT) 2026, an annual inter-ward sports competition that brings together teams from all wards of Kangpokpi town to promote sportsmanship, youth participation and community unity, concluded on a high note with a Solid Waste Management Awareness Campaign at Brig. M. Thomas Ground.

‘March to save Manipur’: Mass protest in Imphal demands abrogation of SoO, action against cross-border terror

Jan 31, 2026

The people of Manipur on January 31 unanimously urged the Government of India to immediately abrogate the Suspension of Operations (SoO) agreement and take serious measures to stop alleged cross-border terror activities in the state, which protesters claimed are being carried out by Chin-Kuki narco-terrorist networks.

"Do not disintegrate Manipur": Thousands including IDPs join rally demanding peace and stability

Jan 31, 2026

Thousands of people, including internally displaced persons and residents from multiple communities, took to the streets of Manipur on Saturday, January 31, raising demands to protect the state’s territorial integrity and calling for an end to what they described as a “proxy war” in the region.

Jiribam massacre: NIA court takes cognisance of charge sheet against three accused

Jiribam massacre: NIA court takes cognisance of charge sheet against three accused

Jan 31, 2026

The NIA court has taken cognisance of the charge sheet against three accused in the Jiribam massacre. The trial will proceed based on detailed evidence to ensure justice.

Active KCP (Apunba) cadre arrested in Manipur's Imphal West, mobile phone seized

Active KCP (Apunba) cadre arrested in Manipur's Imphal West, mobile phone seized

Jan 31, 2026

Security forces in Manipur arrested an active cadre of the proscribed outfit KCP (Apunba) during a targeted operation in Imphal West district on January 30, officials said.

Manipur faces prolonged political uncertainty as President’s Rule nears one-year mark

Manipur faces prolonged political uncertainty as President’s Rule nears one-year mark

Jan 30, 2026

With President’s Rule in Manipur set to complete one year next month, speculation is growing over the BJP’s next course of action in the violence-hit northeastern state, including whether there is any possibility of restoring a popular government before the end of the constitutional period.

SpiceJet to link Imphal with Kolkata, Guwahati, Mumbai from February 10

SpiceJet to link Imphal with Kolkata, Guwahati, Mumbai from February 10

Jan 30, 2026

SpiceJet will begin flights linking Imphal with key cities from February 10. This move aims to improve connectivity and boost regional growth in Manipur

Manipur police arrest three militants in coordinated security operations

Manipur police arrest three militants in coordinated security operations

Jan 30, 2026

Manipur police have arrested three militants during coordinated operations, recovering arms and ammunition. Authorities vow to continue efforts to maintain peace and security in the state