‘When every Manipuri is happy, Manipur will be happy’: MLA Nishikanta lauds CM Yumnam Khemchand Singh
Feb 19, 2026Amid continued efforts to restore normalcy in conflict-hit Manipur, MLA Sapam Nishikanta on Thursday, February 19, lauded Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh for what he described as “sincere and determined efforts” to bring lasting peace and stability to the state.
Manipuri short film 'Toy Gun' earns special jury mention at Drishyam 2026 National Documentary & Short Film Festival
Feb 19, 2026'Toy Gun' wins special jury mention at Drishyam 2026 for its impactful storytelling. The film highlights social issues and boosts Manipuri cinema's national presence.
Manipur CM rolls out financial aid worth Rs 32 crore to nearly 19000 displaced persons through DBT
Feb 19, 2026Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh on Thursday, February 19, interacted with internally displaced persons (IDPs) from both hill and valley communities for the first time since the violence outbreak.
Manipur journalist shot at and beaten in late-night attack in Imphal
Feb 19, 2026Armed men ambushed and assaulted a senior newspaper editor in Imphal East late on February 18, firing at his vehicle before physically attacking him.
Manipur police arrest three insurgent operatives, seize rifles and explosives
Feb 19, 2026Manipur police arrested three insurgents and seized weapons in a recent operation. Investigations are underway to identify the source and targets of the arms
Manipur Central Jail warder arrested for aiding phone use by inmates
Feb 19, 2026A warder posted at Manipur Central Jail was arrested for allegedly facilitating unauthorised use of mobile phones by inmates, as security forces intensified crackdowns on narcotics cultivation and illegal timber transport across the state.
Army’s Spear Corps sanitises Indo-Myanmar border corridor, destroys IEDs in Manipur
Feb 18, 2026The Spear Corps of the Indian Army has sanitised a 2.6-kilometre stretch along the Indo-Myanmar border in dense jungle terrain in Manipur, destroying nine improvised explosive devices (IEDs) and two unexploded ordnances during the operation, a defence official said on February 18.
Kiran Nadar Museum of Art to spotlight Manipur’s martial art ‘Thang Ta’ in legacy series
Feb 18, 2026The Kiran Nadar Museum of Art (KNMA) will present “Thang Ta: The Traditional, Technical and Temporal Journey of a Martial Art Form” on February 20, exploring the historical, ritual and contemporary dimensions of Manipur’s indigenous martial art tradition.
Manipur CM announces Moirang–Wangoo road work to begin within 15 days
Feb 18, 2026Manipur CM Yumnam Khemchand Singh has announced that construction of the Moirang to Wangoo road via Kumbi will commence within the next 15 days, reaffirming the state government’s focus on infrastructure development.
Assam Rifles Open Volleyball Championship concludes in Manipur’s Komlakhong
Feb 18, 2026The Assam Rifles Open Volleyball Championship 2026 concluded at Komlakhong in Manipur, carrying a strong message of social harmony and youth empowerment.
Manipur: Unlicensed herbal drug makers to face jail, says AYUSH directorate
Feb 18, 2026The Directorate of AYUSH, Manipur has announced strict action against individuals and entities involved in the manufacture and sale of AYUSH and herbal products without valid licences. The warning comes amid growing concerns over unregulated products and misleading advertisements in the alternative medicine sector.
Manipur: Security forces recover arms, grenades in Imphal West, bunkers dismantled in Ukhrul ahead of poll season
Feb 18, 2026Security forces in Manipur recovered a cache of arms and explosives from Imphal West district, even as separate operations led to the dismantling of fortified bunkers in Ukhrul district earlier this week.
Security forces crack down on PLA operatives, recover arms and grenades in Manipur
Feb 18, 2026Security forces in Manipur arrested two active members of the banned outfit People’s Liberation Army (PLA) and recovered a cache of sophisticated arms and explosives in coordinated operations across Imphal East and Imphal West districts on February 17, 2026.
Timber smuggling foiled in Manipur’s Jiribam; truck seized, two detained
Feb 17, 2026Security forces intercepted a truck allegedly transporting illegal timber concealed beneath iron scrap along National Highway-37 in Manipur’s Jiribam district.
Manipur: District-level training for Census 2027 begins in Senapati
Feb 17, 2026Training for Census 2027 has started in Senapati district, Manipur to prepare officials for accurate data collection. The sessions aim to ensure smooth and efficient enumeration during the nationwide census.
NCC NE region ADG Major General Anurag Vij announces plan to strengthen Manipur unit
Feb 17, 2026Additional Director General (ADG), NCC Directorate North Eastern Region, Shillong, Anurag Vij on February 17 announced plans to strengthen the NCC unit in Manipur during his visit to NCC Group (GP) Imphal.
31,530 students appear for CoSHEM Class XII exams across 117 centres in Manipur
Feb 17, 2026The Higher Secondary (Class XII) Examination 2026 conducted by the Council of Higher Secondary Education Manipur commenced on February 17 across Manipur, with 31,530 students appearing at 117 examination centres statewide.
Manipur CM launches DIGI-SAPNE 2.0 to fuel northeast startup boom with Rs 80 lakh boost
Feb 17, 2026Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh on February 17, launched DIGI-SAPNE 2.0 at Imperial Hall, Classic Grande, in Imphal. The programme was organised by the Planning Department, Government of Manipur.
Manipur: 51 Kuki students evacuated from Ukhrul school after fresh ethnic clashes
Feb 17, 2026The move came after clashes in the Litan Sareikhong area left around 30 houses burnt and heightened fears of further unrest in the Naga-majority district. Authorities described the evacuation as a precautionary step amid a fragile law and order situation.
Security forces bust drug network, nab KCP and KYKL operatives across Manipur
Feb 17, 2026Security forces in Manipur arrested five active cadres of proscribed insurgent outfits and a suspected drug trafficker, over two days of coordinated operations. The seizures included nearly 400 grams of high-grade heroin, a firearm with live ammunition.
Assam Rifles provides rations to conflict-hit IDPs in Manipur
Feb 16, 2026The Assam Rifles has intensified humanitarian assistance in Manipur’s Kangpokpi district, distributing over 1.25 tonnes of essential rations and supplies to internally displaced persons (IDPs) affected by recent violence in the Litan–Sareikhong area.
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