Manipur News

BJP women's wing to march to Congress HQ over JNU sexual harassment findings against Manipur MP Bimol Akoijam

The BJP Mahila Morcha will march to the Congress headquarters in Delhi over JNU findings against MP Bimol Akoijam. The party says the protest is aimed at holding the Congress leadership accountable for its response.

JNU teachers' association questions professor Bimol Akoijam's dismissal, alleges procedural violations

JNUTA has challenged JNU's dismissal of Professor and Congress MP Bimol Akoijam. The association says the move bypassed due procedure and breached confidentiality norms.

Bodies of seven victims of Manipur violence handed over to families

The bodies of seven people killed in separate attacks across Manipur's hill districts were handed over to their families. The killings deepened tensions, triggered shutdowns and prompted fresh calls for security and restraint.

‘We want justice, not revenge’: Manipur’s Kuki-Zo women pay tribute to slain Gorkha farmer

Manipur MLA seeks deployment of three security companies in Kamjong amid fresh violence

Manipur MLA Leishiyo Keishing has urged Home Minister K Govindas Singh to deploy three security companies in Kamjong after fresh violence. The appeal followed deaths, arson and allegations of repeated militant attacks in the border district.

CoTU shutdown disrupts normal life in Manipur’s Kangpokpi

3.5 kg of suspected brown sugar seized in Manipur’s Bishnupur district, one arrested

A joint Bishnupur police team seized about 3.5 kg of suspected brown sugar during checking at Okshobung and arrested one man. The case is under investigation to trace the source, destination and any wider link.

Manipur CM appeals for peace as death toll in fresh clashes rises to 9

Fresh clashes across Manipur’s hill districts left nine people dead and prompted the chief minister to appeal for restraint. The killings deepened tensions between Kuki and Naga communities as security was reinforced in the worst-hit areas.

Manipur: CoTU shutdown brings Kangpokpi to a standstill amid security concerns

A 24-hour total shutdown called by the Committee on Tribal Unity (CoTU) came into effect across Manipur’s Kangpokpi district at 6 pm on Saturday, bringing commercial activities to a halt and disrupting vehicular movement amid heightened security concerns following reports of attacks in several hill districts.

Three civilians killed in Manipur’s Ukhrul, Kamjong; Manipur Deputy CM calls for impartial probe

Three civilians were reportedly killed in separate incidents of violence in Manipur’s Ukhrul, Kamjong and Kangpokpi districts, prompting Deputy Chief Minister Nemcha Kipgen to condemn the killings and call for thorough and impartial investigations.

Nine dead in 24 hrs as Manipur’s hill districts witness fresh bloodshed; 14 houses torched

At least nine people were killed and 14 houses torched in a spate of violent incidents across Manipur’s hill districts in the past 24 hours, triggering fresh tensions between Kuki and Naga communities and prompting a shutdown in Kangpokpi district.

PM Modi assures support for Manipur’s peace efforts after meeting CM Khemchand

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on October 10 assured all possible assistance to the Manipur government in its efforts to restore peace and normalcy in the state during a meeting with Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh in New Delhi.

Manipur BJP women’s wing stages protest, demands MP Bimol Akoijam’s resignation

The Manipur unit of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) continued its protest demanding the resignation of Congress MP Bimol Akoijam over sexual harassment allegations against him.

Manipur Congress chief says allegations against MP Bimol Akoijam are 'beyond expectation', truth will prevail

Manipur Pradesh Congress Committee (MPCC) president Okram Ibobi Singh on Saturday, October 10 questioned the allegations against Congress MP Bimol Akoijam following a report by Jawaharlal Nehru University’s (JNU) Internal Complaints Committee (ICC), describing the development as unexpected and alleging that the issue was being politicised amid the prolonged crisis in Manipur.

KCP (MFL) cadre arrested in Imphal East; arms and ammunition seized

A joint team in Imphal East arrested an alleged KCP (MFL) cadre and recovered weapons based on his disclosure. The seizure has prompted a wider investigation into the arms cache and possible involvement of others.

CoTU announces 24-hour shutdown in Manipur’s Kangpokpi amid security concerns

CoTU has announced a 24-hour shutdown in Kangpokpi district from 6 pm after reported attacks in several areas. The group said the incidents threatened civilian safety and urged authorities to prevent further escalation.

Man reportedly killed in armed attack along Mahadev–Toloi road in Manipur’s Ukhrul

A man was reportedly killed in an alleged armed attack along the Mahadev–Toloi road in Manipur’s Ukhrul district on October 10 morning, with his body yet to be recovered, according to sources.

Manipur CM demands Congress MP Angomcha Bimol Akoijam’s resignation after JNU dismissal

Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh has asked Congress MP Angomcha Bimol Akoijam to resign after JNU dismissed him over sexual harassment complaints. The demand has sharpened political attention on the case as Akoijam contests the university’s process.

Manipur Police, security forces arrest woman RPF/PLA cadre in Bishnupur

Manipur Police and security forces arrested an alleged woman RPF/PLA cadre in Bishnupur. The case centres on claims she stored and later delivered a hand grenade, prompting further investigation.

Woman dies in alleged firing in Manipur’s Chassad

A woman was allegedly shot dead during a protest in Chassad village in Manipur’s Kamjong district on Friday night, triggering tension in the area.

Manipur MP Bimol Akoijam calls JNU action a ‘witch hunt’, says ‘let them come without any mask’

Congress Lok Sabha MP Bimol Akoijam on October 9 described the developments surrounding Jawaharlal Nehru University’s (JNU) action over sexual harassment allegations as a “blessing in disguise”, alleging that the proceedings were part of a “witch hunt” intended to silence his voice.