Manipur: Thousands join 35 km coffin rally as slain Loibol villagers laid to rest, CoTU seeks urgent Central intervention
Jun 06, 2026Thousands of mourners on Saturday, June 6 participated in a 35-kilometre coffin rally from the Kangpokpi District Headquarters to the Martyrs' Cemetery at Phaijang, Manipur, where three villagers killed in the recent attack at Loibol were laid to rest amid emotional scenes, a district-wide shutdown and renewed demands for justice and enhanced security measures.
Manipur’s Huidrom Bhumeswori selected for Indian squad at Asian U-23 Athletics Championship
Jun 06, 2026Manipur athlete Huidrom Bhumeswori has been named in the 54-member Indian contingent for the upcoming Asian Under-23 Athletics Championship, scheduled to be held in Ordos, China, from July 9 to 12, 2026. She will represent the country in the women’s 800m and 1500m middle-distance events.
Manipur CM attends State Krishi Mela 2026, highlights focus on sustainable agriculture
Jun 06, 2026Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh attended the State Krishi Mela 2026 in Imphal and outlined the government's agricultural agenda. The programme highlighted natural farming, farmer support measures and a new push to strengthen rural livelihoods.
Demographic Question That Will Define the Future of Manipur
Jun 06, 2026Some numbers do not merely speak — they strike at the very soul of a land and its people. They force us to confront uncomfortable truths about who we are, what we have allowed to happen to our ancestral soil, and what kind of legacy we will leave for our children.
Two militant cadres arrested, tobacco smuggler held in separate operations across Manipur
Jun 06, 2026Security forces and Manipur Police arrested two alleged cadres of banned outfits and detained a man accused of transporting tobacco products in separate operations. The cases span Kakching, Imphal West and Thoubal, with seizures made and investigations continuing.
Ex-Manipur DGP Rajiv Singh takes charge of Cabinet Secretariat security wing
Jun 05, 2026Rajiv Singh has taken charge as Secretary (Security) in the Cabinet Secretariat after completing his Manipur tenure. His move follows a turbulent phase in which he led a divided police force through ethnic violence.
CRPF DG briefs Manipur Governor on security situation, ongoing measures
Jun 05, 2026CRPF Director General Gyanendra Pratap Singh met Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla and briefed him on Manipur's security situation. The discussion centred on law and order measures, coordination efforts and steps to protect lives and property.
Manipur University celebrates 46th Foundation Day, honours faculty for academic excellence
Jun 05, 2026Manipur University marked its 46th Foundation-cum-Commendation Day and honoured six faculty members for academic excellence. The event also underscored the institution's teamwork, key milestones and continued push for academic growth.
Manipur CM condemns killing of three civilians in Kangpokpi, orders immediate action against perpetrators
Jun 05, 2026Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh condemned the killing of three civilians in Loibol Khullen and ordered immediate action against those responsible. The attack, along with the killing of an on-duty havildar, has sharpened concerns over law and order in the state.
Public participation key to achieving carbon neutrality in Manipur: Environment director
Jun 05, 2026Manipur has undertaken a series of initiatives aimed at making the State carbon-neutral, Director of Environment and Climate Change T. Brajakumar Singh said on June 5, while stressing the need for public participation to achieve the objective.
Manipur Home Minister says detailed report on Loibol Khullen attack yet to be received
Jun 05, 2026Manipur Home Minister Govindas Konthoujam on June 5 said the state government is yet to receive a detailed report on the deadly pre-dawn attack at Loibol Khullen village in Kangpokpi district that claimed three lives.
Manipur Deputy CM, Saitu MLA condemn Loibol killings, demand swift action against perpetrators
Jun 05, 2026Manipur Deputy Chief Minister Nemcha Kipgen and Saitu MLA Haokholet Kipgen condemned the killing of three civilians and destruction of houses in Loibol village. They sought swift action against the perpetrators, stronger security and immediate relief for affected families.
Manipur: Yaba tablets worth Rs 47 crore seized in Jiribam, bihar resident held
Jun 05, 2026Assam Rifles, in coordination with Manipur Police, the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) and the India Reserve Battalion (IRB), seized 4 lakh Yaba tablets valued at approximately Rs 47 crore in Manipur's Jiribam district and arrested one person.
Three civilians killed, houses damaged in Manipur's Kangpokpi village attack; Kuki Inpi seeks probe
Jun 05, 2026Three civilians were killed, and several houses were damaged in an armed attack on a village in Manipur's Kangpokpi district in the early hours of Friday, June 5, prompting fresh concerns over security in the area.
Special Intensive Revision begins in Manipur's Kangpokpi amid KIM's objection over displaced persons exclusion
Jun 04, 2026The Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls commenced in Manipur's Kangpokpi district on Thursday, June 4 with substantial public participation, even as Kuki Inpi Manipur (KIM), the apex body of the Kuki tribes, demanded the immediate suspension of the exercise until adequate provisions are made for thousands of conflict-displaced voters across the state.
Manipur Police seize 3,680 litres of petrol allegedly bound for Myanmar
Jun 04, 2026Manipur Police detained two vehicles carrying a large quantity of petroleum products and apprehended two drivers during an operation conducted along the Pallel–Chandel road on June 3.
Manipur BJP President Sharda Devi named party candidate for Rajya Sabha polls
Jun 04, 2026The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has announced the candidature of Manipur BJP president Sharda Devi for the upcoming Rajya Sabha election from the state.
Assam Rifles sponsors educational tour for Manipur students to IIT Kharagpur convention
Jun 04, 2026Assam Rifles sponsored and facilitated a tour for 13 students and three teachers from Manipur to attend the SPIC MACAY International Convention at IIT Kharagpur. The visit exposed them to diverse Indian art forms and was presented as an effort to build confidence, cultural understanding and youth development.
Manipur High Court seeks action taken report on abduction of six Naga civilians
Jun 04, 2026The High Court of Manipur on Thursday, June 4 directed the state government to submit an Action Taken Report (ATR) by Monday regarding the abduction of six Naga civilians who were allegedly kidnapped by Kuki armed groups more than 20 days ago.
Manipur: Kuki organisations oppose ANSAM rally route through NH-202 corridor
Jun 04, 2026Tensions surrounding the proposed rally of the All Naga Students' Association, Manipur (ANSAM) intensified on Thursday, June 4 after two prominent Kuki civil society organisations in Ukhrul district issued advisories opposing the planned march through Kuki inhabited stretches of National Highway-202, citing security concerns and prevailing inter-community sensitivities.
Manipur: Protest march begins to demand safe return of six Naga hostages
Jun 04, 2026The All Naga Students' Association, Manipur (ANSAM) on June 4 launched a march from Ukhrul district towards Makhan Naga Village in Kangpokpi district via Imphal to meet the families of six Naga hostages allegedly abducted by armed militants on May 13.
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