10 acres of illegal poppy cultivation destroyed in Manipur’s Churachandpur
Jan 17, 2026A joint team of security forces and the Forest Department, backed by the district administration, destroyed approximately 10 acres of illicit poppy plantations in the Suangkong hill range of Manipur’s Churachandpur district on January 16, officials said.
Manipur police bust illegal liquor haul, four arrested with unregistered vehicles in Kakching
Jan 17, 2026Manipur police on January 15, intercepted two unregistered Gypsy vehicles at Pallel Maning Leikai under Pallel Police Station in Kakching district, leading to the arrest of four individuals and the seizure of a large consignment of alcoholic beverages.
Authorities, child rights panel forge coordinated action plan to safeguard IDP children in Kakching
Jan 16, 2026A one-day district-level convergence meeting on the “Issues of Internally Displaced Persons (IDP) Children” was held on January 16 at the Conference Hall of the Deputy Commissioner’s Office in Kakching district.
Border fencing damaged near Indo-Myanmar border in Manipur’s Chandel district
Jan 16, 2026Unidentified miscreants allegedly from Myanmar’s Chin State damaged a stretch of newly erected border fencing along the Indo-Myanmar border in Manipur’s Chandel district, officials said on January 16.
From crisis to courage: Manipur’s youth turn to odd jobs and street ventures amid economic strain
Jan 16, 2026Amid prolonged conflict, rising unemployment and deepening economic stress in Manipur, a quiet but significant shift is underway as young people increasingly turn to odd jobs and self-created livelihoods, signalling a revival of work culture and resilience in the state.
Kangpokpi’s SCBC women’s department marks 75 years of faith and service
Jan 16, 2026The South Changoubung Baptist Church (SCBC) Women’s Department in Manipur’s Kangpokpi district on January 15 formally inaugurated its Platinum Jubilee celebrations, marking 75 years of sustained spiritual, social and community service.
Large-scale anti-insurgency operation launched in Manipur’s Churachandpur district
Jan 16, 2026Security forces on January 16 carried out a large-scale anti-insurgency operation at suspected militant hideouts in the interior areas of Manipur’s Churachandpur district, officials said.
Joint operation launched by Special Forces, Assam Rifles against anti-national elements in Manipur’s Kangpokpi
Jan 16, 2026A joint operation by elite Special Forces and the Assam Rifles was launched in the early hours of January 16, at Wainem village in Manipur’s Kangpokpi district to target anti-national elements operating in the area, official sources said.
One more arrested in Manipur fuel station bomb blast case; arms seized
Jan 16, 2026Security forces have arrested another person for his alleged involvement in the bomb explosion at a fuel station in Manipur’s Bishnupur district last week, police said on January 16.
Former Manipur CM N. Biren Singh leaves for New Delhi amid speculation over govt formation
Jan 16, 2026Former Manipur Chief Minister N. Biren Singh left for New Delhi on January 16, fuelling speculation over possible moves to restore a popular government in the state as President’s Rule nears its expiry next month.
Manipuri author Arambam Ongbi Memchoubi to receive Amar Ujala’s Akashdeep Award
Jan 16, 2026Eminent Manipuri author Arambam Ongbi Memchoubi will be conferred with Amar Ujala’s prestigious Akashdeep Award, the publication announced on January 15. Renowned Hindi writer Mamta Kalia will also be honoured with the same award.
Manipur: IPS officer Dr Sarangthem Ibomcha Singh honoured with Chief of Army Staff Commendation 2026
Jan 15, 2026Dr Sarangthem Ibomcha Singh, IPS, Commandant of the 6th India Reserve Battalion and Superintendent of Police, Special Commando Unit, has been conferred the Chief of Army Staff Commendation 2026.
Manipur: CRPF strengthens community trust, concludes fortnight-long civic action drive in Kangpokpi
Jan 15, 2026The 94 Battalion of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) on Thursday, January 15 concluded its fortnight-long Civic Action Programme in Kangpokpi district, reinforcing its commitment to people-centric policing, community welfare and inclusive development in Manipur’s sensitive hill region.
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.
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