Manipur News

Manipur: Drug smuggler posing as army officer held with over 15 kg Opium in Senapati

Security forces in Manipur’s Senapati district seized more than 15 kg of suspected opium from a vehicle allegedly disguised as an Army officer’s official car and arrested its driver during a joint anti-narcotics operation.

Manipur CM meets Liangmai Naga Council delegation, discusses connectivity and development issues

Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh met a Liangmai Naga Council delegation at the Secretariat. The talks centred on connectivity, welfare and the government's approach to inclusive development.

The Unfinished Story of Children’s Cinema in Manipur

Over the past five decades, Manipur has produced films that have won national honours, travelled to international festivals, and explored the social, political, and emotional complexities of life in the region. Yet remarkably few films have been made specifically for children. Childhood has frequently appeared in Manipuri cinema, but usually as a supporting element within adult narratives rather than as a world worthy of exploration in its own right.

Eight Manipur artistes selected for Sangeet Natak Akademi Awards and Yuva Puraskar 2024-25

Former Manipur Chief Minister N. Biren Singh on Sunday, June 14, congratulated eight artistes from the State who have been selected for the Sangeet Natak Akademi Awards and the Ustad Bismillah Khan Yuva Puraskar for 2024-25.

Those firing at security forces will be dealt with in self-defence: Manipur DGP

Manipur DGP Mukesh Singh warned armed individuals against taking the law into their own hands during his visit to Churachandpur. He said security operations and action against misinformation would continue as police work to restore normalcy.

Manipur pharmacists protest proposed rule change, seek early pharmacy council polls

Pharmacists and pharmacy students in Manipur held a sit-in against the proposed Rule 64 amendment and the delay in State Pharmacy Council polls. They said the changes risk weakening professional standards and denying pharmacists proper representation.

Nearly 1,000 attend candlelight vigil in New Delhi for six Naga civilians killed in Manipur

Manipur village authority blames KNF(P) for attack on Naga village, seeks probe

The Langka (Taniuluang) Village Authority has accused KNF(P)-linked armed cadres of attacking Langka Naga Village in Kangpokpi district. It has sought a time-bound investigation and warned of further violence in the IT Road area.

Manipur police arrest four, detain three in heroin, cocaine and liquor seizures

Manipur Police seized suspected heroin, cocaine and illicit liquor in separate operations across Bishnupur, Imphal West and Imphal East. The action led to multiple detentions and further proceedings linked to drug trafficking and illegal liquor transport.

Fresh violence reported in Manipur’s Sadar Hills after village volunteer killed near Lasan

Fresh violence was reported from Manipur’s conflict-hit Sadar Hills region on Saturday, June 13 after an alleged Kuki village volunteer was killed on June 13.

"Released 14 detainees in good faith, received six lifeless bodies”: Joint Tribes’ Council

The Convenor of the Joint Tribes' Council, Merachao Inka, has alleged that the recovery of six deceased persons followed failed negotiations over the exchange of captives between Naga and Kuki groups after an ambush incident that took place on May 13 in Manipur.

Imphal Airport’s new integrated terminal achieves 50 per cent progress despite conflict-related challenges

Construction of the New Integrated Terminal Building (NITB) at Imphal International Airport has reached approximately 50 per cent physical progress despite repeated disruptions caused by bandhs and economic blockades linked to the ongoing conflict situation in the state.

Assam Rifles extends relief and healthcare support to 720 displaced families in Manipur

In a humanitarian outreach initiative aimed at supporting displaced communities in Manipur, Assam Rifles organised relief and medical assistance camps across multiple relief locations, benefiting approximately 720 displaced individuals, including men, women, and children.

Fresh violence mars burial of Lasan victim in Manipur's Kangpokpi; Kuki groups launch economic blockade

Fresh violence was reported in Manipur's Kangpokpi district on Saturday, June 13, with a Kuki village volunteer killed and two others injured, even as hundreds gathered to bury farmer Haogin Lhouvum, who was killed earlier this week in the conflict-affected Lasan area.

Assam Rifles, police recover huge cache of arms and military stores in Manipur's Kakching

Assam Rifles and Thoubal Police Commandos jointly recovered a massive cache of arms, ammunition and military-grade equipment during an operation in Manipur's Kakching district, dealing a significant blow to insurgent networks operating in the region.

Christian organization denounces killing of six Naga villagers in Manipur

The All Manipur Christian Organization (AMCO) has strongly condemned the alleged abduction, torture, murder, and desecration of six Naga civilians whose bodies were recovered on June 10, calling the incident a "barbaric and inhuman atrocity" and demanding immediate justice for the victims.

Search on for Class 8 student swept away by flash floodwaters in Manipur

Search operations are underway in Manipur's Churachandpur district to trace a minor girl who was swept away by flash floodwaters triggered by heavy rain, officials said on Friday, June 12.

‘Nothing short of terrorism’: Manipur MP Bimol Akoijam condemns Makhan killings, seeks justice

Manipur Lok Sabha MP Bimol Akoijam visited Makhan village and met the families of six abducted and killed civilians. He called the crime actual terrorism, sought justice and questioned the government's handling of the violence.

Manipur: Saikul MLA condemns killing of two church leaders in Ukhrul

Saikul MLA Kimneo Hangshing condemned the killing of two church leaders in Ukhrul's Kultuh village. She sought a thorough probe and stronger security as outrage grew over civilian safety.

Manipur: Native Peoples' Committee seeks independent probe into killing of six Naga civilians

NPCM has condemned the killing of six Naga civilians from Konsakhul and sought an independent probe. The committee has raised questions over the hostage handling and demanded accountability from authorities.

COBRA deployment to strengthen security in Manipur: Home Minister

Manipur Home Minister Govindas Konthoujam on June 11 said the recent deployment of two Commando Battalion for Resolute Action (COBRA) units of the CRPF would help improve the law and order situation in the state.