Naga body opposes Manipur CM's proposed Makhan relief camp visit, seeks justice for six slain Liangmai men
Aug 05, 2026The Working Committee of the Joint Tribes Council Manipur (WC-JTCM) on Wednesday, August 5 opposed the proposed visit of Manipur Chief Minister to the Makhan Relief Camp on August 8, stating that the government should first ensure justice for six Liangmai Naga men who were abducted and killed in May before undertaking official programmes in Naga areas.
Manipur: Nearly 60 bags of foreign liquor seized at Imphal Airport, 10 detained for probe
Aug 05, 2026The Democratic Students' Alliance of Manipur (DESAM) on Wednesday, August 5 claimed to have seized a large consignment of foreign liquor at Imphal International Airport and handed it over to the police along with 10 individuals who had arrived on an IndiGo flight from Delhi for further investigation.
Manipur CM congratulates Commonwealth Games silver medallist Jadumani Singh, assures full support
Aug 05, 2026Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh on Wednesday, August 5 met Commonwealth Games silver medallist Jadumani Singh Mandengbam and his parents at the Chief Minister's Secretariat in Imphal, congratulating the boxer on his recent achievement and extending his best wishes for the Asian Games 2026.
Manipur Govt committed to protecting citizens' privacy in digital transformation: CM Khemchand Singh
Aug 05, 2026Manipur Chief Minister Y Khemchand Singh said the state will protect citizens' privacy as it expands digital governance with Microsoft India. He said the partnership is aimed at inclusive services, skilling and responsible use of AI and cybersecurity.
India, Myanmar in talks to resolve undemarcated Manipur border stretch, says MEA
Aug 05, 2026India and Myanmar are engaged in discussions to resolve a decades-old undemarcated section of their shared border along Manipur, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) confirmed on Tuesday, August 4 amid reports that both countries are exploring a possible territorial exchange to facilitate the boundary settlement.
Manipur flash flood submerges 90,000 tins of paddy fields, damages key bridge in Ukhrul
Aug 05, 2026Incessant rainfall has triggered flash flooding along the Ngaorei, also known as the Laini River, causing extensive damage to newly planted paddy fields and disrupting vital connectivity in Manipur’s Ukhrul district.
Kuki CSO enforces shutdown in parts of Manipur’s Ukhrul over alleged economic blockade
Aug 05, 2026The Kuki CSO Working Committee, Ukhrul (WCKCSOs-Ukhrul), has enforced an indefinite shutdown in parts of Manipur’s Ukhrul district, alleging that the state government failed to address concerns over a purported “selective economic blockade” affecting Kuki-inhabited areas.
Manipur CM reviews internal security, civic action programmes with ITBP Inspector General
Aug 05, 2026Manipur Chief Minister Y. Khemchand Singh on Wednesday, August 5, held a meeting with Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) Inspector General Clay Khongsai to review the state's internal security situation, law enforcement and civic action programmes.
Manipur: RPF/PLA cadre linked to grenade attacks arrested in Imphal, 2 grenades seized
Aug 05, 2026Manipur Police arrested an active cadre of the proscribed Revolutionary People’s Front/People’s Liberation Army (RPF/PLA), allegedly involved in planting grenades in the Imphal area, officials said on August 5.
Manipur: MSPDCL, MSPCL job aspirants call 24 hour statewide bandh over recruitment delay
Aug 04, 2026The Joint Action Committee (JAC) of the All Manipur MSPDCL & MSPCL Exam Completed Candidates, 2019 has announced a 24-hour statewide bandh from midnight on August 4, escalating its protest against the prolonged delay in the recruitment process for posts under the Manipur State Power Distribution Company Limited (MSPDCL) and the Manipur State Power Company Limited (MSPCL).
Imphal West set for complete e-treatment services as Manipur advances digital healthcare
Aug 04, 2026Director of Health Services, Nongthombam Hemantakumar Singh on Tuesday, August 4 announced that Imphal West district will soon become the first in Manipur to provide fully integrated e-treatment services through the Ayushman Bharat Health Account (ABHA) system, marking a significant step towards digitising healthcare delivery in the state.
Manipur government steps up efforts to establish permanent campus for NIT Manipur
Aug 04, 2026Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh on Tuesday, August 4, reaffirmed the Manipur government's commitment to establishing a permanent campus for the National Institute of Technology (NIT) Manipur, while addressing the institute's 13th Convocation at the City Convention Centre in Imphal. He said the government was actively working with stakeholders to facilitate land for the project at the earliest, describing the institute as an important contributor to the development of both the state and the country.
Manipur Child Rights Commission orders urgent probe into alleged food shortage at EMRS hostel
Aug 04, 2026The Manipur child rights panel has ordered an immediate inquiry into alleged food shortages and poor welfare at the EMRS hostel in Zeikhuluang Loktak Project. The order seeks urgent restoration of essentials and a 48-hour action report as concerns over students' health grow.
Students allege hunger, starvation at Eklavya Residential School in Manipur over food shortage; Principal transferred
Aug 04, 2026Allegations of hunger and food shortages at the Eklavya Model Residential School (EMRS) at Zeikhuluang Loktak Project in Manipur have triggered administrative action, with the school's principal being removed from his post on August 3 after reports emerged that students were going without adequate food.
Manipur Police arrest banned KCP (Apunba) insurgent, two in separate drug cases
Aug 04, 2026Manipur Police arrested an active cadre of the banned Kangleipak Communist Party (Apunba) [KCP (Apunba)] and two other individuals in separate operations across Kakching, Kangpokpi and Thoubal districts, including one linked to a major opium seizure and another found in possession of suspected brown sugar, a firearm and cash.
Manipur CM says peace efforts gaining ground, vows action against ‘vested interests’
Aug 03, 2026At an anti-drug campaign event in Imphal, Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh said peace efforts in the state are showing encouraging signs. He said all communities want normalcy, even as the government will act against those fuelling violence.
Manipur Dy CM lays foundation stone for Northeast India Bhavan girls' hostel in Pune
Aug 02, 2026Manipur Deputy Chief Minister Losii Dikho laid the foundation stone for the Rani Gaidinliu Girls' Hostel in Pune. Speakers said the project will support Northeastern students and strengthen national integration.
Manipur's Kangpokpi football trio vow to play only for India, urge PM Modi to strengthen football
Aug 02, 2026Three young footballers from Manipur's Kangpokpi district, who recently led Minerva Football Academy to historic titles at the Gothia Cup 2026 in Sweden and the Helsinki Cup 2026 in Finland, have pledged to represent only India and appealed to Prime Minister Narendra Modi to strengthen Indian football to help the country qualify for the FIFA World Cup.
Manipur: Ukhrul Kuki body issues 48-hour ultimatum, warns of total shutdown from August 5
Aug 02, 2026The WCKCSOs-Ukhrul has given the Manipur government 48 hours to end an alleged selective blockade on Kuki-Zo supplies. It said a total shutdown will begin from August 5 if the issue is not addressed separately and directly.
Manipur considers redeploying police commandos on highways to curb extortion
Aug 02, 2026The Manipur government is considering redeploying state police commandos on national highways to strengthen security and curb rising incidents of extortion targeting transport vehicles carrying essential commodities and fuel.
Two Meitei men detained in Manipur buffer zone, handed over to police
Aug 02, 2026Two Meitei men were detained by Kuki-Zo volunteers after they allegedly entered the sensitive Gamgiphai buffer zone in Manipur during the early hours of August 1 before being handed over to the police without incident, officials and local sources said.
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