Manipur News

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

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

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

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 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 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

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

Candlelight vigil held in Manipur's Tamenglong against killing of six Naga civilians

A candlelight vigil was held at the district headquarters of Tamenglong on June 14 to protest the killing of six Naga civilians and express solidarity with the bereaved families.

Manipur deputy CM alleges SoO group’s role in killing of six Naga civilians, CM says NIA probe underway

Manipur Deputy Chief Minister Losii Dikho on Sunday, June 14, alleged that a group operating under the Suspension of Operations (SoO) agreement was involved in the abduction and killing of six Naga civilians and appealed to Prime Minister Narendra Modi to ensure strict action against those responsible.

Manipur CM hails PM Modi's 12 years in office, highlights gains in education, healthcare and connectivity

Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh said the state had benefited from Prime Minister Narendra Modi's 12 years in office. He highlighted gains in sports, healthcare, rail connectivity and border measures during a press briefing in Imphal.

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.