Manipur News

Manipur petroleum transporters to begin ‘Steering Wheel Down Strike’ from July 31

The Manipur Petroleum Transporters and Drivers Association has announced that its proposed “Steering Wheel Down Strike” will begin from July 31, following the failure to reach a concrete resolution over the alleged collection of illegal taxes along the Imphal–Jiribam stretch of National Highway-37.

Manipur Aadhaar enrolment reaches 88%, child registration remains low

Aadhaar enrolment in Manipur has reached around 87–88 per cent, though registration among children in the 0–5 years age group remains comparatively low, officials said on July 30.

Manipur tribal council lifts shutdown, keeps blockade in Naga areas

The WC-JTCM has withdrawn its emergency shutdown but kept the economic blockade in Naga-inhabited areas in place. The council says justice for six people killed has not been delivered and has warned of stronger protests.

Manipur police, security forces arrest three including armed suspect and woman insurgent cadre in separate operations

Security forces and Manipur Police on July 29 arrested three individuals in separate operations across the state, including an armed suspect, an active woman cadre of a banned militant outfit, and an alleged extortionist linked to an unregistered organisation.

Two women held in Manipur for alleged illegal arms trade, hand grenade seized

Manipur Police on Wednesday, July 29 arrested two women in connection with the alleged illegal procurement, transportation and sale of arms and explosives in Imphal East district, officials said.

Manipur: One village guard killed, three injured during security operation after Bitiang firing

A search operation launched following a firing incident at a Naga Village Guard (NVG) training camp in Bitiang village resulted in the death of one village guard, injuries to three others, and injuries to two personnel of the CoBRA unit of the CRPF, according to local sources.

Kuki rights body moves Supreme Court against alleged economic blockade in Manipur

The Kuki Women Organisation for Human Rights (KWOHR) has approached the Supreme Court by filing a writ petition under Article 32 of the Constitution, seeking immediate judicial intervention for the removal of an alleged economic blockade imposed on Kuki-Zo inhabited areas in Manipur's Kangpokpi district.

Manipur MP Sharda Devi urges Centre to fast-track approval of state proposals, focus on IDP rehabilitation

Manipur Rajya Sabha MP A Sharda Devi on July 29 urged the Centre to expedite the approval of various proposals submitted by the state government, with a special focus on the welfare and rehabilitation of internally displaced persons (IDPs).

Manipur: JTC declares emergency shutdown over killing of six Naga civilians, alleges government inaction

The Joint Tribe Council in Manipur has announced an emergency shutdown across four Naga community areas after alleging that six civilians, including two pastors, were abducted and killed in May. The shutdown will continue until the Centre arrests those responsible, stops alleged operations against Naga villages and ensures justice for the victims.

Manipur: UNC President assures NIA cooperation in Pastor killings probe, seeks swift action in Six Naga men murder case

The NIA has recorded UNC president NG Lorho's statement in its probe into the killing of three pastors in Manipur. Lorho said the council would cooperate fully while pressing for faster action in the six Naga men murder case.

Manipur: LPG cylinder explosions destroy five shops in Chandel's Tampi junction

A major fire gutted five commercial establishments at Tampi junction under Chakpikarong subdivision in Manipur's Chandel district on Monday evening, July 27, after LPG cylinders stored inside one of the shops exploded, officials and local sources said.

35 postal bags carrying passports, ATM cards burnt during highway blockade in Manipur's Ukhrul

A group allegedly burnt 35 postal bags carrying passports, ATM cards and letters during a blockade on NH-202 in Manipur's Ukhrul district. The Department of Posts is assessing the damage and moving to restore services in the affected areas.

Civil society forum discusses challenges of restoring peace in Manipur

Manipur Police arrest four active insurgent cadres in coordinated operations across the state

Manipur Police on Monday, July 27 arrested four active cadres of three banned insurgent organisations in separate operations carried out across Kakching, Imphal East and Imphal West districts as part of ongoing counter-insurgency efforts.

Manipur University delegation meets CM, discusses Korea ties as ambassador visit planned

Manipur CM Khemchand Yumnam on July 27 met a delegation from the Department of Korean Language, Manipur University, and discussed strengthening educational and cultural ties between Manipur and the Republic of Korea.

Manipur govt extends financial aid to victims of Noney incident

The Noney district administration on Monday facilitated the disbursement of ex gratia assistance to the family of a deceased victim and two grievously injured persons affected by the incident that occurred between Zoujangtek and Longsai Part-II villages in Manipur's Noney district on May 13.

Manipur: Tangkhul Naga Long alleges looting of vehicles on NH-202, demands action

The Tangkhul Naga Long alleged that over 40 vehicles on NH-202 were stopped and looted on July 27. It questioned the security deployment and urged the Manipur government to act.

Manipur CM inaugurates Ima Market, two bridges in Andro; announces Rs 10 crore for roads

Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh inaugurated Andro's new Ima Market and two bridges, and announced Rs 10 crore for village roads. He said peace was essential for development as local groups pressed for more civic works in the constituency.

Manipur: Kuki CSO announces indefinite NH-202 blockade, rejects kidnapping allegations

The Working Committee of Kuki Civil Society Organisations (WCKCSOs)-Ukhrul has announced an indefinite counter-economic blockade on National Highway-202, alleging prolonged disruption in the supply of essential commodities to Kuki-Zo inhabited areas and rejecting allegations that volunteers involved in the agitation had kidnapped a civilian.

Manipur police recover 29 firearms, large cache of ammunition in Imphal East search operation

Manipur Police on Sunday, July 26 recovered 29 firearms, a bomb and a substantial quantity of ammunition during a search operation launched in the Wakha Ching area of Imphal East district following specific intelligence inputs regarding the movement of armed miscreants.

BJP MLA L Susindro Meitei criticises Manipur Government, signals exit if governance fails to improve

Manipur's ruling BJP MLA L Susindro Meitei on Sunday, July 26 expressed dissatisfaction with the functioning of the state government, claiming that administrative performance has declined since President’s Rule was lifted in February this year.