Manipur News

Kuki-Zo Council accuses governments of failing to protect civilians in Manipur's Kamjong, seeks central forces

The Kuki-Zo Council (KZC) on October 18 accused the Central and Manipur governments of failing to protect civilians in Kamjong district, alleging that four Kuki civilians had been killed in just over a week amid escalating violence, attacks on villages and the reported burning of more than 30 houses in Chassad.

Bandhs, blockades disrupting students’ education: Manipur CM calls for peace, reconciliation amid unrest

Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh on Sunday, October 18 called on communities to promote peace, reconciliation and mutual understanding, urging church leaders, teachers and students to help restore harmony in areas affected by unrest in the state.

Manipur: Kuki civil society bodies call NH-202 shutdown over Chassad violence, deputy CM seeks action against perpetrators

A 35-year-old man was killed and several others were injured in firing in Chassad village in Manipur’s Kamjong district on October 17, triggering fresh security concerns, demands for an independent investigation and protests by Kuki civil society organisations. The victim, Seikhohao Haokip, was shot while villagers and local leaders were repairing electricity lines to restore power to the village, according to the Chassad Village Authority.

Over 3,000 runners take part in Manipur Police Half Marathon ahead of Raising Day

More than 3,000 runners joined the Manipur Police Half Marathon on October 18. The event promoted fitness, sporting excellence and stronger interaction between police and the public.

Three Tangkhul Naga volunteers injured in suspected Kuki militant firing in Manipur's Kamjong

Three Tangkhul Naga civil defence volunteers sustained gunshot injuries during an alleged attack by suspected Kuki militants in Kamjong district headquarters on Saturday, according to a statement issued by the Naga Village Guard (NVG), Eastern Command.

Manipur police arrest four in suspected brown sugar seizure, trace supplier to Assam

Police arrested four people after seizing suspected brown sugar during an operation in Manipur. Investigators are tracing the contraband's source and others linked to the alleged supply network.

Manipur police arrest two with 804 grams of suspected brown sugar in Senapati

A joint Manipur Police and CRPF team arrested two people during checking in Senapati. The operation yielded 45 soap cases of suspected brown sugar and a Scorpio vehicle.

NPP Manipur: Won’t support MP Bimol Akoijam if found guilty

The National People’s Party (NPP), Manipur State Unit, has called for due legal process in connection with sexual harassment allegations against Congress MP Angomcha Bimol Akoijam, urging political parties to avoid premature conclusions while the matter is being examined.

Houses reportedly set ablaze after deadly attack in Manipur’s Kamjong, residents fear for safety

Chassad village in Manipur’s Kamjong district witnessed renewed tension on October 17, with reports of continued gunfire and houses being set ablaze, hours after an armed attack left one person dead and five others injured.

Manipur CM calls for Meitei, Kuki, Naga communities to unite as Manipuris

Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh on October 17 called for unity among the state’s diverse communities, including the Meitei, Kuki and Naga, saying all must identify themselves as Manipuris to foster harmony and restore peace.

One killed, five injured in fresh attack on Chassad village in Manipur; CoTU seeks central forces

One person was killed and five others, including two village chiefs and three Village Authority members, sustained bullet injuries in a reported attack by armed militants on Chassad village in Manipur’s Kamjong district on October 17.

‘We can buy bullets, not water’: Manipur Deputy CM Losii Dikho calls for forest, spring conservation

Manipur Deputy Chief Minister Losii Dikho has stressed that protecting water sources and forests must take precedence over land disputes and political aspirations, warning that the degradation of forests is contributing to the drying up of springs across the state.

‘Manipur needed this much security’: TMC leader questions Delhi police deployment for anti-SIR protest

Trinamool Congress (TMC) MLA Kunal Ghosh on October 17 questioned the heavy deployment of police and paramilitary personnel to manage anti-Special Intensive Revision (SIR) protests in Delhi, asking why a similar security presence was not deployed in Manipur during its prolonged ethnic conflict.

Four civilians, including village chief, injured in firing in Manipur’s Kamjong

At least four civilians, including the chief of Chassad village, were injured after suspected NSCN-IM cadres allegedly opened fire with automatic weapons in Chassad village in Manipur’s Kamjong district on Saturday afternoon, according to preliminary information.

Manipur Deputy CM Nemcha Kipgen reaches out to Naga villages, calls for peace and coexistence

Manipur Deputy Chief Minister Nemcha Kipgen has appealed to Kuki and Naga communities to reject violence and strengthen peaceful coexistence during an outreach programme in nine Naga-dominated villages in her Kangpokpi Assembly constituency. The programme combined a call for inter-community harmony with the distribution of welfare assistance and awareness initiatives aimed at promoting women's empowerment and livelihood opportunities.

‘Ask your husband to stop’: Manipur Deptuy CM Losii Dikho's appeals Nemcha Kipgen amid Naga civilian killings

Manipur Deputy Chief Minister Losii Dikho has urged his cabinet colleague Nemcha Kipgen to intervene in the killings of Naga civilians, asking her to ensure that her husband stops the alleged attacks, amid renewed violence in parts of the state.

Manipur: Kangpokpi civil bodies urge Dy CM Nemcha Kipgen to regularly attend duties in Imphal

Kuki-Zo civil society organisations (CSOs) in Manipur’s Kangpokpi district have urged Deputy Chief Minister Nemcha Kipgen to proceed to Imphal and regularly discharge her official responsibilities, stressing that her active participation in the state government is essential to addressing public concerns and advancing peace, security and development.

Manipur youth Congress protest against BJP stopped at Kangla Gate, president detained

A protest rally organised by the Manipur Pradesh Congress Committee’s Youth Wing against the BJP was stopped at Kangla Gate in Imphal on October 16, triggering a scuffle between Congress workers and police personnel.

‘If it is not proven, I will continue my work’: Bimol Akoijam to legally challenge JNU action

Manipur: COCOMI women’s wing condemns dismissal of MP Bimol Akoijam from JNU

‘Is Bimol still with Congress?’: BJP questions AICC silence on allegations