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Three injured Kuki patients shifted from RIMS to Churachandpur Medical College amid tight security

Three injured Kuki patients shifted from RIMS to Churachandpur Medical College amid tight security

Jun 17, 2026

Three injured Kuki patients who had been undergoing treatment at the Regional Institute of Medical Sciences (RIMS), Imphal, were shifted to Churachandpur Medical College at around 12:15 am on June 17 amid heightened security arrangements following sustained public protests.

Large quantities of seized narcotics destroyed in Manipur under anti-drug drive

Jun 17, 2026

In a continued push under the anti-narcotics campaign, Manipur Police on Wednesday, June 17, disposed of approximately 39.395 kilograms of seized narcotic drugs and psychotropic substances at the SHIJA Common Bio-Medical Waste Treatment Facility in Lamdeng, Imphal West.

Three injured Kuki patients shifted from RIMS amid tight security following protests

Jun 17, 2026

Three injured Kuki patients undergoing treatment at the Regional Institute of Medical Sciences (RIMS), Imphal, were shifted out of the hospital premises at around 12:15 am on June 17 under tight security arrangements following sustained public protests and repeated demands from civil society groups.

Security forces arrest four, recover arms; destroy 26 bunkers across Manipur

Security forces arrest four, recover arms; destroy 26 bunkers across Manipur

Jun 17, 2026

Security forces intensified enforcement and counter-insurgency operations across Manipur over the past two days, leading to multiple arrests, recovery of arms and contraband, and the destruction of fortified bunkers in different districts.

Combined security forces intensify operations across vulnerable areas in Manipur amid heightened tension

Combined security forces intensify operations across vulnerable areas in Manipur amid heightened tension

Jun 17, 2026

In a coordinated security initiative, combined security forces have intensified cordon and search operations along with area domination exercises across fringe and vulnerable areas of Kangpokpi, Churachandpur and Thoubal districts in Manipur.

Manipur: Tear gas fired near RIMS amid renewed demonstrations over Kuki patients

Jun 16, 2026

Protests against the admission of three injured Kuki youths at the Regional Institute of Medical Sciences (RIMS) in Imphal continued late into Tuesday night, June 16, with demonstrators intensifying their agitation and security forces resorting to tear gas to disperse the crowd.

Hospital not a battleground: RIMS nurses oppose security action inside campus

Jun 16, 2026

The ongoing ethnic tensions in Manipur have spilled into one of the state's premier healthcare institutions, with three bullet-injured Kuki youths receiving treatment at the Regional Institute of Medical Sciences (RIMS) amid protests, heightened security and appeals from healthcare workers to preserve the neutrality of medical facilities.

Kuki Inpi urges Manipur DGP to prosecute vigilantes, cites attack on Kangpokpi village

Kuki Inpi urges Manipur DGP to prosecute vigilantes, cites attack on Kangpokpi village

Jun 16, 2026

Kuki Inpi South West Sadar Hills has asked the Manipur DGP to prosecute those behind the L. Munlui village attack. It said the assault and the treatment of injured civilians deepen concerns over law, safety and Kuki demands.

Manipur CM chairs NCORD meeting, vows stronger crackdown on drug trafficking

Manipur CM chairs NCORD meeting, vows stronger crackdown on drug trafficking

Jun 16, 2026

Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh chaired an NCORD meeting in Imphal to review the state's response to drug trafficking and substance abuse. The discussion centred on tighter intelligence sharing, stronger enforcement and coordinated action to build a drug-free state.

Manipur: RIMS says its role is limited to providing medical treatment after protest

Manipur: RIMS says its role is limited to providing medical treatment after protest

Jun 16, 2026

RIMS said it only treated three injured youths brought in for care during the hospital unrest. The institute said security and transport were handled by authorities and urged people not to disrupt services.

Security forces arrest four cadres of different pro scribed outfits in separate operations across Manipur

Security forces arrest four cadres of different pro scribed outfits in separate operations across Manipur

Jun 16, 2026

Security forces and Manipur Police carried out multiple operations across Manipur over June 14 and 15, leading to the arrest of four alleged active cadres linked to different insurgent groups and the recovery of arms and other materials, officials said.

Manipur to host Miss Universe state pageant with 20 contestants on June 21

Manipur to host Miss Universe state pageant with 20 contestants on June 21

Jun 16, 2026

Miss Universe Manipur 2026 is set to be held on June 21 at Chandrakriti Auditorium, Palace Compound, Imphal, bringing together 20 contestants from across the state in a competition aimed at identifying Manipur’s representative for the national stage.

ANSAM condemns killing of six Naga civilians, accuses State and Centre of inaction

Jun 15, 2026

The All Naga Students’ Association, Manipur (ANSAM) has strongly condemned the killing of six Naga civilians and questioned the response and sincerity of both the Government of Manipur and the Government of India in addressing the incident.

Naga Women Union Manipur demands justice after six Naga civilians killed brutally

Jun 15, 2026

The Naga Women Union (NWU), Manipur, on Monday, June 15, demanded an impartial and swift investigation into the abduction and brutal killing of six Naga civilians, warning of intensified protests if the victims do not receive justice.

Manipur: Fresh attack during Lasan victim’s funeral leaves three injured, Kuki bodies demand action

Jun 15, 2026

A fresh incident of violence that left three youths injured, including a footballer associated with Mohun Bagan, overshadowed the funeral of a victim of the recent Lasan–Langka attack on Monday, June 15 as Kuki civil society organisations renewed allegations against NSCN-IM and its alleged proxy outfit ZUF-K and called for immediate government intervention.

Manipur: Protest at RIMS turns violent, security uses tear gas to disperse crowd

Jun 15, 2026

A protest at the Regional Institute of Medical Sciences (RIMS) turned violent on Monday, June 15, after security personnel fired tear gas shells to disperse agitated demonstrators gathered at the hospital premises.

Manipur: Massive protest erupts at RIMS over admission of three injured persons after Kangpokpi firing incident

Jun 15, 2026

Tense situation prevailed at the Regional Institute of Medical Sciences (RIMS), Masnipur, after protests broke out following the admission of three injured persons from the Kuki community who were brought to the hospital for treatment after a firing incident in Kangpokpi district on June 15.

Manipur pushes organic farming, cuts dependence on chemical fertilisers

Manipur pushes organic farming, cuts dependence on chemical fertilisers

Jun 15, 2026

Manipur Minister Y. Khemchand Singh on June 15 said the state government is taking steps to reduce farmers' dependence on chemical fertilisers and promote sustainable agricultural practices through organic farming.

Manipur CM marks 12 years of Modi government with outreach to eminent personalities

Manipur CM marks 12 years of Modi government with outreach to eminent personalities

Jun 15, 2026

Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh visited eminent personalities under an outreach programme on June 15. The exercise formed part of a nationwide campaign marking 12 years of the Modi-led NDA government.

Three injured in Kangpokpi firing incident shifted to RIMS Imphal under tight security

Jun 15, 2026

Three individuals injured in the reported firing incident near Leilon Vaiphei and Konsakhul villages in Manipur's Kangpokpi district were brought to the Regional Institute of Medical Sciences (RIMS), Imphal, for treatment on Monday, June 15.

Fresh tension erupts in Manipur's Kangpokpi district, three reportedly injured in firing

Fresh tension erupts in Manipur's Kangpokpi district, three reportedly injured in firing

Jun 15, 2026

Fresh tension gripped parts of Manipur's Kangpokpi district after a firing incident was reported near Leilon Vaiphei and Konsakhul villages on Monday morning, June 15.