In a significant move aimed at easing public hardship, the Manipur state government has officially revoked the temporary suspension of mobile internet and data services, including VPN services, in five districts. The affected areas—Imphal West, Imphal East, Thoubal, Kakching, and Bishnupur—will now see the resumption of connectivity with immediate effect, following a comprehensive review of…
The streets of Imphal West transformed into a battlefield on the night of April 16 as a massive “Meira Rally” or torchlight procession ended in violent clashes with security forces. The demonstration, organized to demand justice for the victims of the recent Tronglaobi rocket attack, saw hundreds of protesters face off against police and central…
In a major breakthrough for Indian botany, scientists have officially described a new species of shrub discovered in the remote Choro village of Manipur’s Kamjong district. The species, named Dillenia nagalim, was identified along the Indo-Myanmar border during extensive botanical surveys conducted between May 2024 and May 2025. The research, led by a team from…
The world’s largest river island, Majuli, came alive today with the vibrant sounds and sights of Goru Bihu. Marking the first day of the week-long Rongali Bihu festival, this traditional observance celebrates the deep-rooted bond between the Assamese agrarian community and their livestock. As the month of Chaitra draws to a close, farmers across Majuli…
In a moving tribute to sacrifice and service, Kuki civil society organizations and villagers in Manipur’s Mongkot Chepu held a solemn candlelight vigil for BSF Constable Mithun Mandal. The gathering aimed to honor the fallen soldier while firmly addressing narratives surrounding the incident that claimed his life. The village of Mongkot Chepu became the site…
Manipur State Home Minister Govindas Konthoujam confirmed on Saturday that a comprehensive investigation and intensive search operations are currently underway following the deadly bomb attack in Tronglaobi, Bishnupur district. Speaking to the media on the sidelines of the 176th death anniversary observance of Maharaja Nara Singh at Kangla Fort, the minister assured the public that…
In a decisive move to address the escalating violence in the state, Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh announced on Tuesday, April 7, that the National Investigation Agency (NIA) will take over the probe into the devastating bomb explosion in Bishnupur district. The blast, which occurred in the early hours of Tuesday, tragically claimed the…
A devastating bomb attack in the early hours of Tuesday has claimed the lives of two young siblings and left their mother injured, reigniting tensions in Manipur’s volatile Bishnupur district. The incident, which occurred in the village of Moirang Tronglaobi, has sparked a wave of violent protests and fresh calls for accountability in the state’s…
Security forces in Manipur have intensified their crackdown on insurgent activities, reporting the arrest of four militants associated with various proscribed organizations. The arrests, carried out over the last 48 hours, spanned two separate districts and involved a high degree of coordination between state and central agencies. The operations began on April 4 in the…
In a significant escalation of anti-insurgency efforts across Manipur, a series of coordinated operations by state and central security forces has resulted in the dismantling of multiple militant facilities. On Thursday, joint teams conducted high-stakes raids across several districts, successfully neutralizing two insurgent camps, destroying three fortified bunkers, and seizing a substantial cache of sophisticated…
