Manipur SSC promises corruption free, merit based recruitment for subordinate posts
Jan 15, 2026The newly constituted Manipur Staff Selection Commission (MSSC) on Thursday, January 15 reaffirmed its commitment to a corruption-free, merit-based selection process for subordinate posts in the state.
Five militants arrested across Imphal Valley districts in Manipur
Jan 15, 2026Security forces arrested five militants belonging to different banned outfits from Manipur’s Imphal Valley districts, police said on January 15.
Drivers’ Union SHITDU marks Driver’s Day with humanitarian outreach programme
Jan 14, 2026Marking Driver’s Day, the Sadar Hills Inland Transporters and Driver’s Union (SHITDU) organised a humanitarian outreach programme along National Highway-2 at Champhai, Manipur, distributing drinking water, fruit juice, and food items to drivers and inland transporters travelling on the busy route.
Manipur BJP slams Congress over opposition to VB-GRAM-G, calls it “political propaganda”
Jan 14, 2026The Manipur Pradesh Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Wednesday, January 14 launched a sharp counterattack on the Congress party for criticising the Centre’s newly introduced Viksit Bharat – Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) [VB-GRAM-G] Act, accusing it of deliberately misleading rural communities and politicising a welfare initiative aimed at strengthening livelihoods and accelerating rural development.
CRPF strengthens civil trust in Manipur's Kangpokpi through people-first civic action drive
Jan 14, 2026The Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) has stepped up its people-first outreach by reinforcing civil–security relations through a targeted Civic Action Programme (CAP) in Manipur's Kangpokpi district. The initiative, undertaken by the 133 Battalion CRPF, reflects a calibrated strategy to blend security operations with community welfare in sensitive interior areas.
COCOMI, IDPs reject Manipur Government's written reply to their memorandum, call it “vague and incomplete”
Jan 14, 2026Dissatisfaction continues to mount among the Coordinating Committee on Manipur Integrity (COCOMI) and Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) after the Manipur government, under President’s Rule, issued a written response to their memorandum—an assurance made during a high-level meeting with the Governor earlier this week. The groups have termed the government’s reply “partial, vague, and inadequate,” warning that public agitation may intensify if key concerns remain unaddressed.
Manipur’s local ‘Manipuri Duck’ gets official recognition as indigenous breed
Jan 14, 2026Central Agricultural University (CAU), Imphal, has achieved a major milestone with the registration of a local duck breed, ‘Manipuri Duck’, locally known as Meitei Nganu/Esing Nganu, as a distinct indigenous duck breed of Manipur.
Kuki-Zo community rallies in Manipur, renew demand for Union Territory with legislature
Jan 14, 2026Thousands of people from the Kuki-Zo community on January 14, staged a large rally in Manipur’s Churachandpur district, demanding a political solution to long-standing issues faced by the tribal community, including the creation of a Union Territory with a legislature.
Security forces destroy 95 acres of poppy fields across Senapati and Chandel in Manipur
Jan 14, 2026On 13 January 2026, combined operations by security forces and the Forest Department in Manipur led to the destruction of extensive poppy fields across Senapati and Chandel districts.
Manipur: Kuki-Zo groups set 2027 deadline, demand Union Territory with legislature
Jan 13, 2026Representatives of the Suspension of Operations (SoO) groups, the Kuki-Zo Council (KZC), and elected Members of Legislative Assembly (MLAs) on Tuesday, January 13, adopted a set of firm resolutions demanding an expedited constitutional settlement for the Kuki-Zo people, including the creation of a Union Territory with Legislature.
Manipur: CRPF distributes welfare items under civic outreach drive in Kangpokpi
Jan 13, 2026The 94 Battalion of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) organised a Civic Action Programme at the Superintendent of Police’s Office in Kangpokpi, underscoring its commitment to community welfare beyond conventional security duties.
Manipur: Kuki-Zo bodies demand immediate lifting of Liangmei Naga blockade, submit memorandum to Kangpokpi SP
Jan 13, 2026Mounting pressure over prolonged disruptions to a critical transport corridor, leading civil society organisations of the Kuki-Zo community on Tuesday, January 13, submitted a Joint Memorandum to the Superintendent of Police, Kangpokpi District, demanding the immediate lifting of the intermittent blockade allegedly imposed by Liangmei Naga groups along the Churachandpur–Kangpokpi route.
Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla, Union Minister Scindia review polo development roadmap for Manipur
Jan 13, 2026In a significant push to strengthen Manipur’s legacy sport, Manipur Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla and Union Minister for Development of North Eastern Region (MDoNER) Jyotiraditya M. Scindia on Tuesday, January 13, jointly reviewed the State’s comprehensive development plan for Polo during a high-level meeting held via video conferencing at the Conference Hall, Lok Bhavan, Imphal.
Manipur: Village Volunteers Eastern Zone issues warning against ‘Popular Government’ move in state
Jan 13, 2026Amid ongoing political uncertainty in Manipur, the Village Volunteers Eastern Zone (VVEZ), Kuki-Zo-Gam, has issued a strong warning to Suspension of Operations (SoO) group leaders and elected MLAs, cautioning them against supporting or facilitating the formation of any so-called “Popular Government” in the state.
EMA Trust honours Manipur freedom fighters with commemorative painting at Cellular Jail
Jan 13, 2026In a significant gesture aimed at preserving India’s lesser-known freedom struggle narratives, the Egalitarian Manipur of the Altruists (EMA) Trust, Manipur, on Tuesday, January 13 deposited a commemorative painting of historical importance at the iconic Cellular Jail in the Andaman & Nicobar Islands. The initiative seeks to underscore the deep-rooted historical link between Manipur and the Andamans, forged through shared sacrifice during India’s fight against colonial rule.
TSA releases top 10 school rankings in Manipur's Sadar Hills, sets new benchmark for academic excellence
Jan 13, 2026In a major push towards elevating educational standards in Sadar Hills, the Thadou Students’ Association (TSA), Sadar Hills, on Tuesday, January 13 officially announced the Top Ten Schools of Kangpokpi district, recognising institutions for sustained academic performance and excellence in co-curricular activities.
Governor Bhalla highlights Manipur’s growth, stability, and potential at 2026 North-East Seminar
Jan 13, 2026Discussions on Manipur’s future, resilience, and development took centre stage at the 2026 North-East Seminar held at the City Convention Centre in Imphal on January 13. The seminar, themed “Resurgent Manipur: Framework for Stability & Sustained Growth,” brought together experts, security officials, and students to explore pathways for lasting peace and prosperity in the state.
Manipur situation improved in 2025 due to decisive security action, government initiatives: Army Chief
Jan 13, 2026Indian Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi on January 13 said that the security situation in Manipur witnessed marked improvement during 2025 due to neutral, transparent and decisive actions by the security forces, complemented by proactive initiatives taken by the government.
Manipur child rights commission seeks police facilitation for minor children to attend mother’s last rites
Jan 13, 2026The Manipur Commission for Protection of Child Rights (MCPCR) has urged the concerned authorities to take necessary steps to facilitate the participation of two minor children of late Khaidem Ongbi Chaoba Devi in the last rites and related death rituals of their mother.
Militant allegedly involved in fuel station bombing in Manipur arrested
Jan 13, 2026A militant belonging to a banned outfit was arrested for his alleged involvement in a bomb explosion at a fuel station in Manipur’s Bishnupur district, police said on January 13.
Kuki students’ body writes to Manipur Governor over displacement, discrimination at IGNTU-RCM
Jan 13, 2026The Kuki Students’ Organisation–General Headquarters (KSO-GHQ) has submitted a representation to the Governor of Manipur seeking urgent intervention over issues faced by Kuki-Zo students and employees of Indira Gandhi National Tribal University–Regional Campus Manipur (IGNTU-RCM).
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