The CoTU, a Kuki-Zo organization, has withdrawn its blockade on two national highways in Manipur after senior Kangpokpi police officers assured them of steps for the safety and security of all Kuki-Zo villages.
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) and Manipur Police have arrested 10 individuals in connection with six conflict cases, including an attack on the convoy of Chief Minister Biren Singh.
Three people were injured as clashes broke out between two groups in Manipur. The incident occurred as Naga organizations renewed demands for justice for six Naga civilians abducted and killed last month, adding to the state's fragile security situation.
Police in Manipur, India, arrested one individual after intercepting a fake Army vehicle used to smuggle 15.35 kg of opium. The drugs were found concealed in a compartment under the rear right door of the vehicle.
Fourteen Kuki men, who had been held hostage for nearly a month, have been released by Naga groups in Manipur. However, six abducted Naga men are still unaccounted for.
A Naga villager was killed in an attack by suspected insurgents in Manipur, prompting condemnation from Chief Minister Y Khemchand Singh and ongoing security operations.
Hundreds of participants in Manipur held a rally, carrying placards and banners, to demand the postponement of the Census exercise until normalcy is restored in the state.
Four people were injured during a protest against an Assam Rifles outpost in Manipur's Ukhrul district, with security forces allegedly firing live rounds and resorting to a lathi charge to disperse the demonstrators.
Three people have been killed and seven houses set on fire in a suspected militant attack in Kangpokpi, Manipur. This incident marks a fresh outbreak of violence in the region.
Manipur's Chief Electoral Officer has requested a Standard Operating Procedure from the Election Commission of India to verify internally displaced persons (IDPs) for electoral roll revision.
A Supreme Court committee has ordered that MPSC exams must be conducted in both the valley and hill districts of Manipur, addressing security concerns amidst ongoing ethnic tensions in the region.
The Election Commission has commenced the revision of electoral rolls in Manipur, with the final updated list scheduled for publication on September 6 after all claims and objections are processed.
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A bus crashed into six vehicles near a work zone in Virginia, resulting in five fatalities and 34 injuries. Two children were among those killed in the tragic accident.
Astronomers have identified a 'Loktak protocluster' in the early universe, named after the Loktak lake in Manipur, marking a significant discovery in understanding the formation of large-scale structures in the cosmos.
Four individuals have been arrested in connection with a two-week-long hostage crisis in Manipur, where six Nagas were held captive. Police confirmed the arrests as investigations continue.
The Chief Minister of Manipur has flagged off 447 new police vehicles to enhance security in the state, which is currently experiencing unrest between the Kuki and Naga communities.
An officer with extensive experience in insurgencies, having served from Pir Panjal to Imphal, has been selected by the Centre as Manipur's new police chief.
India's National Investigation Agency (NIA) will take over cases involving the killing of three Thadou leaders and the disappearance of six Naga villagers in Manipur, with search and rescue operations ongoing since May 14.
An in-depth look into the ongoing Naga-Kuki conflict in Manipur, India, highlights the complex interplay of drug routes, tribal corridors, and political faultlines contributing to the unrest.
Mukesh Singh, the current police chief of Ladakh and an IIT Delhi graduate with extensive experience in counter-insurgency, has been appointed as the new top police officer for Manipur.
A significant cache of arms and ammunition has been seized in Manipur, leading to the arrest of four individuals following intelligence inputs about the sale of looted weapons.
Naga women in Manipur held protests, with the United Naga Council demanding the safe release of six hostages or the handover of their remains if they have been killed.
Over 2,000 trucks are reportedly stranded on NH-2 in Manipur as rival groups continue their blockades, raising concerns about essential supply movements and increasing hardship for drivers.
Nearly 40-50 private reading or study halls, locally known as study halls, have opened in Imphal East and West and in the neighboring Kakching districts of Manipur, trending as new spaces for students.
Tensions remain high in Manipur as a hostage crisis continues, with reports emerging that some individuals held captive are now missing, further fueling instability in the region.
Reports indicate rising tensions in the Strait of Hormuz, a critical global oil shipping lane. One country reportedly exported millions of barrels of oil despite the geopolitical crisis in the region.
An explosion in Singjamei Makha Chongtham Leikai in Manipur’s Imphal late Thursday night triggered panic among residents and resulted in one fatality, according to police.
India's Ministry of Home Affairs has granted another six-month extension to the panel investigating the Manipur violence. The extension allows the committee more time to complete its inquiry and submit its report.
A 46-year-old man from Manipur, linked to a drug case, was killed in an encounter with police in Assam's Cachar district, which also left two police personnel injured.
Three church leaders were shot dead in Manipur's Kangpokpi district while returning from a conference in Churachandpur, after their vehicles were attacked midway.
A 23-year-old nanny from Manipur has accused her employer's wife, an IIM-Bangalore professor, of illegal confinement, assault, and starvation since 2021.
Security forces in Manipur have arrested nine individuals, including militants and drug peddlers, and recovered arms, ammunition, and brown sugar during multi-district raids.
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A political aide to top BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari was shot dead in West Bengal, an incident that has intensified concerns over post-election violence in the state. Police have detained three people in connection with the murder.
The anniversary of former Yugoslav leader Josip Broz Tito's death was commemorated in Kumrovec, Croatia, 46 years after his passing. The occasion sparked renewed discussions about his complex legacy and impact on the region.
Three years after the Manipur ethnic violence began, families of missing individuals continue to await their return, urging the state government to ensure their cases are not forgotten.
After 25 days, families in Manipur's Bishnupur district have accepted the bodies of two children killed in a bomb attack, with torch rallies continuing across five districts to protest the incident.
India's National Investigation Agency (NIA) has arrested a resident of Moreh, identified as a prime suspect in the 2023 murder of a sub-divisional police officer (SDPO) in Chingtham, Manipur.
The Indian Centre aims to tackle insurgency in the Northeast with a 2029 deadline, with initial focus on Manipur, and the realignment of CAPF expected after elections and the Amarnath Yatra.
Protests and fresh clashes have erupted in Manipur, India, leading to three deaths and 17 houses burnt in 24 hours. Thousands demanded peace and justice for children killed in a recent bomb blast, clashing with security forces near the Chief Minister's residence.
The Indian state of Manipur remains volatile, with ongoing unrest highlighted by the tragic discovery of two children's bodies awaiting justice amidst the conflict.
A 5.2-magnitude earthquake, with its epicenter in India's Manipur state, was felt across various parts of Bangladesh, including the capital city of Dhaka.
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has released over 1.8 million results for the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) nationwide, including additional batches for the second and third days of the examination. This follows the rescue of abducted UTME candidates in Benue, for which troops were commended.
Two individuals, including a retired soldier, were killed in a highway ambush in Manipur's Ukhrul district, just a day after the Chief Minister visited the area.
Thousands carrying torches began a rally in Manipur demanding the immediate arrest of those responsible for an April 7 blast that killed children, leading to clashes with security forces.
Protests have intensified across Manipur following a bomb attack that killed two children, with demonstrators blocking roads between Bishnupur and Churachandpur. The incident has sparked widespread outrage and unrest.
Mobile internet services and curfew have been extended in parts of Manipur following ethnic violence that resulted in two deaths and 29 injuries on Tuesday.
A powerful blast in Manipur's Bishnupur district killed two young children, Oinam Tomthin and Oinam Yaisana, as they slept. Their mother was critically injured in the incident, which has sparked public outrage.
Manipur is tense after an angry mob stormed a paramilitary camp, leading to injuries in firing and a temporary suspension of internet and mobile data services in five districts.
Violence between Naga and Kuki communities in Manipur, India, has escalated following the killing of six Nagas, raising fears of a civil war reminiscent of the 1990s.
India's National Investigation Agency (NIA) conducted a massive anti-terror operation across Manipur, leading to the arrest of 10 individuals based on intelligence inputs and evidence from ongoing investigations.
A suspected Kuki militant was killed in a gunfight in Manipur amidst intensified security operations, with an AK-47 rifle seized by police. This incident is part of ongoing efforts to address militancy in the region.
In Manipur, India, three patients suffering from gunshot wounds have been admitted to a hospital, which remains on edge amidst ongoing tensions in the region.
Multiple BJP candidates, including three in Madhya Pradesh, four in Gujarat, and one each in Arunachal Pradesh and Manipur, were elected unopposed to the Rajya Sabha. Additionally, Mallikarjun Kharge, Pawan Khera, and M Nagaraj were elected unopposed from Karnataka.
The Chief Minister of Nagaland has condemned the killing of six Nagas in Manipur and demanded immediate action against those responsible for the violence.
Protests have erupted in Manipur following the recovery of the bodies of six Naga hostages, a month after their kidnapping. The discovery has sparked outrage and demonstrations in the region.
The Commando Battalion for Resolute Action (CoBRA), the CRPF's specialized jungle warfare unit, is now facing a new challenge in Manipur after years of anti-Naxal operations across central India.
The CRPF Director General GP Singh has reportedly told personnel not to hesitate to open fire if necessary during operations in Manipur, in a speech that has since gone viral.
Data revealed through an RTI request indicates that more than 700 internally displaced persons have died in Manipur since May 2023 due to ethnic conflict, with over 43,000 people still residing in relief camps.
A Kuki organization has voiced opposition to the revision of Manipur's voter rolls, highlighting the exclusion of approximately 59,000 displaced individuals from the process.
Tensions are escalating in Manipur as plans to release 14 captive men face significant resistance, indicating a deepening hostage crisis in the region.
Police in Manipur have flagged a disinformation campaign targeting security forces and law enforcement on social media, announcing plans to take legal action against those spreading false information.
The Supreme Court of India has directed the CBI to ensure a speedy trial in cases related to the Manipur violence, aiming to restore victim confidence amid ongoing unrest in the region.
Three years after riots devastated Manipur, the Indian state continues to experience violence and division, with barbed wire and armed checkpoints making travel difficult even before recent clashes.
The Director General of Police for Manipur, India, announced that 3,200 communal social media posts have been taken down after 5,406 such posts were identified following the eruption of ethnic violence in the region.
Activist Sonam Wangchuk acknowledged a positive step in talks between Ladakh representatives and the Centre, but warned that trust-building remains incomplete. He cited unresolved protest cases and institutional issues, expressing fears that Ladakh could become 'another Manipur'.
The Chief Minister of Manipur announced that the case involving six missing Naga villagers will be transferred to the National Investigation Agency (NIA).
Assam has recorded the highest number of drug trafficking arrests in East and Northeast India, while Manipur leads in heroin seizures, according to a cross-border drug trafficking report compiled using NCB data.
A hostage crisis in India's Manipur region has resulted in significant disruptions, including numerous trucks being stranded and a subsequent shrinking of essential supplies.
The Centre has appointed Manipur police chief Rajiv Singh as Secretary (Security), a role overseeing VIP protection, amidst ongoing ethnic clashes in the state.
Tangkhul Naga and Kuki groups in Manipur have blocked highways in protest, demanding the safety of missing people and highlighting repeated armed attacks terrorizing residents in their villages.
The Manipur hostage crisis persists, with ongoing shutdowns and blockades disrupting daily life, as two church teams visit affected districts to mediate peace between the Kuki and Naga communities.
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VD Satheesan has been sworn in as the new Chief Minister of Kerala, leading a 20-member cabinet. His Congress-led United Democratic Front (UDF) government has returned to power in the state after a decade.
Security forces in Manipur have initiated rescue operations following the abduction of civilians amidst Kuki-Naga clashes. While 28 individuals were released on May 15, others remain captive by the involved groups.
Thirty-one people who were held hostage after three killings in Manipur have been released, though seven individuals remain captive, with one account describing being blindfolded and moved through mountainous areas under armed escort.
Manipur is facing a severe crisis as the tragic deaths of three church leaders and a civilian have escalated tensions, leading to a wave of retaliatory kidnappings and reports of over 38 people held hostage.
Manipur home minister Govindas Konthoujam announced that more than 38 civilians from the Tangkhul Naga and Kuki communities remain unaccounted for or are being held hostage, highlighting the ongoing crisis in the region.
An ambush in Manipur, India, resulted in the deaths of three church leaders and injuries to four others as they were returning from a conference, triggering shutdowns in the area.
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Three Kuki church leaders were ambushed and killed in India's Manipur state while traveling to a peace meeting. The incident is linked to the region's ongoing ethnic violence.
Assam Rifles successfully rescued two abducted villagers following an attack reported near Z Choro and opposite Namlee along the India-Myanmar border in Manipur.
Thousands of protesters have gathered in India's Manipur state to commemorate the three-year anniversary of the eruption of ethnic violence in the region.
A family in Manipur has finally accepted the bodies of their two minor children, who were killed in a blast 25 days prior. This acceptance marks the end of a prolonged wait for the victims' remains.
Manipur's Deputy Chief Minister stated in an interview that people are fed up with the ongoing violence, emphasizing that shutdowns and unrest will not lead to positive outcomes for the state.
Gun battles between rival ethnic groups in India’s northeastern Manipur state have resulted in the deaths of three men. This incident marks the latest unrest in the region, which has experienced periodic clashes for nearly three years.
India's Manipur state remains on edge after three years of persistent ethnic clashes, with ongoing fears that the conflict could escalate further. The region has been plagued by violence and instability.
Hundreds of protesters gathered at a newly constructed office in ethnic violence-hit Manipur and attempted to set it on fire, injuring a police officer, a day before its scheduled inauguration by the chief minister.
The Council of Higher Secondary Education, Manipur (COHSEM) has released the results for the Manipur Board Higher Secondary Examination (HSE) Class 12 for 2026. Students can access their provisional marksheets online.
A militant ambush on NH-202 in Manipur's Ukhrul district resulted in the deaths of two individuals, including a retired Army personnel, and left three others injured.
Fresh clashes erupted in Manipur's Bishnupur district, resulting in 21 injuries and two vehicles being set ablaze. The violence occurred when locals intercepted private vehicles carrying police personnel in civilian attire.
Manipur Chief Minister Khemchand is facing significant challenges, including outreach efforts in Jiribam and setbacks in Bishnupur, highlighting the complexities of his administrative tasks.
The death toll has risen to three in Tuesday's CRPF firing in Manipur, following the death of an injured protester in an Imphal hospital. The violence erupted after a rocket attack killed two Meitei children in Bishnupur.
Violence escalated in Manipur, India, with two protesters reportedly killed in CRPF firing. This incident occurred hours after the killing of two children, further heightening tensions in the region.
A gunfight has erupted in Manipur's Kangpokpi district after the Kuki-Zo body, CoTU, announced an indefinite blockade of the Imphal-Dimapur and Imphal-Silchar highways.
Actress Lin Laishram shared insights into her relationship and upcoming marriage to Randeep Hooda, including advice to 'get married to a Manipuri boy.' She spoke about love and overcoming doubts.
A parliamentary panel has concluded that existing welfare schemes are insufficient for displaced women and children in Manipur. The panel urged for targeted support and additional funds to address their needs effectively.
BJP leaders are reportedly eyeing the possibility of early assembly elections for Goa, Punjab, Uttarakhand, and Uttar Pradesh, with Manipur potentially holding elections at a later date.
Manipur Deputy Chief Minister Losii Dikho has linked Suspension of Operations (SoO) groups to the killing of six Nagas, who were allegedly abducted by Kuki community women in Kangpokpi district on May 13.
Two people were killed and one injured in fresh violence in Manipur, just a day after the remains of six abducted Nagas were recovered. The incident highlights the ongoing unrest in the region.
Six Naga villagers, abducted four weeks ago by Kuki groups, have been found dead in Manipur's Kangpokpi district, a discovery that has reignited ethnic tensions and prompted a 24-hour shutdown call by the United Naga Council.
A villager who had gone to collect firewood was shot dead in Manipur's Kangpokpi district, prompting serious concern from local bodies. Authorities have been urged to conduct a thorough and impartial investigation into the incident.
Elite CRPF CoBRA commandos are being deployed to Manipur to address escalating ethnic unrest, which now involves the Naga community and has led to recent violence, arson, and abductions.
A couple and their son were killed, and houses were set ablaze, as new ethnic violence flared up in Manipur, India. This incident follows a recent hostage crisis that escalated Naga-Kuki tensions in the region, where sporadic ethnic violence has persisted since 2023.
Head constable Khoirom Suresh was fatally stabbed by a drug suspect during a police operation in Thoubal district, Manipur, leading to the arrest of two accused individuals.
Data from Manipur's social welfare department reveals that 114 minors have been booked under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA) in 95 cases between May 2023 and April this year, highlighting the impact of the conflict on children.
A Naga village body in Manipur alleges that a man was injured in an ambush carried out by Kuki insurgents, urging the government to ensure safety and restore services.
Manipur Police have reported that a convoy came under heavy attack in a hill area by armed Kuki militants who had taken tactical positions along the route.
TMC MP Kakoli Ghosh Dastidar has accused party colleague Kalyan Banerjee of verbally abusing her inside the Lok Sabha, leading to a complaint filed with the Speaker and ongoing accusations between the two leaders. Meanwhile, the Election Commission is considering special registration officers for internally displaced electors in Manipur.
Manipur Chief Minister Y Khemchand Singh and other leaders welcomed the Centre's panel to check demographic shifts, citing long-standing concerns over illegal immigration in border states.
Manipur Police has inducted 477 new vehicles to enhance policing and counter-insurgency operations, following a Rs. 196.61 crore approval from the home ministry for modernization initiatives.
The Manipur government has reiterated its commitment to strengthening the police force as a measure to maintain peace in the region. This statement was made by the Chief Minister.
The Chief Minister of Manipur announced that the Naga abduction case will be transferred to the National Investigation Agency (NIA) following a meeting with a delegation from the United Naga Council (UNC).
Police confirmed that a grenade was thrown at the residence of an airline manager in Bashikhong, Imphal East district, Manipur, marking the third such attack.
An insurgent group in Manipur, India, has been discovered selling weapons, three years after signing a peace deal, raising concerns about regional stability.
Manipur is experiencing heightened tension as parallel blockades by Kuki and Naga groups have paralyzed the National Highway, disrupting transport services, essential supplies, and movement of goods.
A shutdown in Manipur has disrupted vehicular movement along National Highway 2, stranding approximately 300 vehicles in the Senapati and Kangpokpi districts. The protest was triggered by the killings of church leaders in the region.
Recent clashes between the Tangkhul Naga and Kuki communities in Manipur, India, escalated last week, with the conflict reportedly ignited by a drunken brawl among youths on February 7.
Tensions in Manipur have escalated beyond the Meitei and Kuki-Zo conflict, now involving Naga groups, with a retired Lt Gen suggesting external players may be exploiting the turmoil to engage the Nagas.
Suspected militants have reportedly gunned down three church leaders in Kangpokpi, Manipur, and killed a civilian in Noney amidst ongoing violence in the region.
Three people were killed and several injured in an ambush by suspected militants in Manipur, India. The attack targeted church leaders returning from a conference in the Kangpokpi district.
The Board of Secondary Education Manipur (BOSEM) announced the Class 10 examination results, with an overall pass percentage of 88.74%. This year's pass rate is slightly lower than the previous year's 91.37%, and Chandel district led in performance.
India's remote state of Manipur has endured three years of bloody ethnic conflict, which has mutated and deepened, yet the assailants officially remain unnamed.
Three years after ethnic clashes in Manipur, the Commission of Inquiry tasked with investigating the events has missed four deadlines and is still gathering evidence.
India's Supreme Court has ordered a test of an audio recording that allegedly links Biren Singh to the ethnic violence that erupted between the Meitei and Kuki communities in Manipur in May 2023, which killed over 260 people.
Three individuals were killed in Ukhrul, Manipur, following reports of gunfire around midnight and again at 5 am, causing panic. Naga and Kuki groups are reportedly accusing each other of responsibility for the violence.
An RTI report reveals that the violence in Manipur since 2023 has displaced 58,881 people and destroyed over 10,000 houses, with 217 deaths recorded based on ex gratia payments by the state.
Clashes erupted between the Naga and Kuki communities in Manipur's Senapati District following an ambush on civilians, escalating tensions after recent killings along the Imphal-Ukhrul road.
A powerful magnitude 6 earthquake struck the Indonesian island of Timor, while a separate 5.2 magnitude tremor was reported in Manipur, India, with no immediate damage.
Normal life in parts of Imphal, Manipur, has been disrupted by protests and twin shutdowns following suspected militant attacks on April 7 and April 18.
Manipur Deputy Chief Minister Losii Dikho expressed heartbreak and vowed to ensure the punishment of those responsible for an ambush that occurred just hours after his visit to the Ukhrul district.
An attack in Ukhrul, Manipur, resulted in the deaths of two individuals, including a former serviceman, occurring the day after the Chief Minister's visit to the area.
Fresh protests and clashes have broken out across Manipur's Valley region following the killing of two children in the Tronglaobi incident, with large crowds demonstrating in Imphal East.
Security forces in Manipur fired tear gas and mock bombs to control protestors near the Chief Minister's residence, resulting in five injuries as protestors retaliated with stones and slingshots.
Manipur BJP MLA Rajkumar Imo Singh asked the Centre to start a comprehensive crackdown on terror outfits, and sought justice for two children killed in a bomb attack while they were asleep in their…
The Manipur home minister met with Shah following fresh violence in the ethnically troubled state, where a curfew was imposed after two people were killed when security forces allegedly fired at a mob.
The Chief Minister of Manipur made his first visit to the Senapati district via Kangpokpi since taking office, where he laid foundation stones for various projects.
Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh convened a high-level security meeting in response to recent violence, while Meitei civil society organizations have demanded action and the disarmament of Kuki insurgent groups following an attack on a BSF soldier's house that killed two children.
An indefinite curfew has been imposed across five valley districts in Manipur, India, following a bomb blast, with the government handing over the investigation to the National Investigation Agency (NIA).
Two people have died from bullet injuries and at least 31 were injured as CRPF personnel controlled a mob protesting the killing of a boy and his infant sister in Manipur, India.