Tensions escalated in parts of Manipur following a three-day shutdown called by the United Naga Council (UNC), supported by the All Naga Students’ Association Manipur, which came into effect from midnight of April 20. Clashes were reported between residents of Changoubung Kuki village and T. Khullen after attempts were made to enforce the shutdown in…

A moderate earthquake measuring 5.2 on the Richter scale struck Kamjong in Manipur early Tuesday morning, officials said. According to the National Center for Seismology, the tremor occurred at around 5:50 am IST on April 21. Data shared by the agency showed that the earthquake originated at a depth of 62 kilometres beneath the surface,…

Conflicts between demonstrators and security personnel, curfew infractions, and interruptions to medical services underscore an increasingly dire situation in both valley and hill districts of Manipur. Violence erupted during a torch rally in Imphal on April 20, as public anger intensified over the killing of two children in a bomb blast at Tronglaobi on April…

The Indian National Congress has strongly criticised the Union government over the continuing violence in Manipur, raising concerns about the situation on the ground and calling for immediate steps to restore peace and normal life.Addressing a press conference, Inner Manipur MP A Bimol Akoijam said the situation in the state has not improved despite the…

A magnitude 5.2 earthquake struck Manipur early Tuesday morning, sending tremors across parts of the Northeast, including Guwahati and nearby regions. According to the National Centre for Seismology (NCS), the earthquake occurred at around 5:59 am IST on April 21, with its epicentre located in Kamjong district. The NCS reported: “EQ of M: 5.2, On:…

Tensions in Manipur escalated on Monday, April 20, 2026, as police arrested 21 individuals following a wave of violent protests that have paralyzed parts of the Imphal Valley. The unrest was ignited by a tragic bomb attack on April 7 in Tronglaobi, Bishnupur district, which claimed the lives of two young siblings—a five-year-old boy and…

The Council of Higher Secondary Education Manipur has announced the Class 12 examination results, recording an overall pass percentage of 92.23%. Out of 31,530 enrolled students, 31,259 appeared for the exams, and 28,829 successfully passed. This marks a slight decline compared to last year’s 94%. Despite ongoing challenges in Manipur, the timely declaration of results…

Chief Minister Y. Khemchand Singh on Monday appealed for the withdrawal of the ongoing five-day total shutdown, stating that it has severely disrupted normal life and affected common people the most. He said that discussions are already in progress with the Joint Action Committee (JAC) regarding the Bishnupur incident, where two minor children were killed…

Over the past few days, women activist organizations have spearheaded protest marches in the conflict-ridden State, and Manipur Police has issued a warning that legal action will be taken against both those responsible for violence and those who instigate it. Meira rallies have been happening every night in different parts of Imphal for the past…

Manipur is grappling with a wave of civil unrest as authorities confirmed on Monday the arrest of 21 individuals involved in violent clashes that erupted during a protest rally in the Imphal West district two days ago. The situation remains tense across the state, with security forces working to maintain order amid widespread public demonstrations….