Tensions in Manipur remain at a focal point as Kuki civil society organizations observed the third anniversary of what they term “Separation Day.” Marking three years since the onset of the ethnic conflict that reshaped the state’s demography, Kuki leadership has once again placed the demand for a separate Union Territory at the center of…
Manipur police confirmed the demolition of 23 illegally constructed bunkers during a sweeping operation in Ukhrul district. These fortifications were located in the hill villages of Mongkot Chepu, Shongphel, Mullam, Sirarakhong, and Ringue. The tactical move follows a surge in recurring violence in Ukhrul since February, fueled by clashes between the Tangkhul Naga and Kuki…
During a high-stakes operation in Chandel district on April 29, security forces in Manipur found a large cache of weapons, ammunition, and explosives. This was a big step forward in the fight against insurgent activities and the illegal spread of weapons. After the recovery, a different operation in the Bishnupur district led to the arrest…
Over the past 48 hours, security forces in Manipur have worked together to destroy 12 illegal bunkers built by armed groups in the Kangpokpi and Ukhrul districts. The crackdown, which was reported on April 29, shows that the government is working harder to stop the ongoing unrest and bring order back to the unstable area….
Manipur can transform into a “heaven on earth” provided the state establishes lasting peace, Deputy Chief Minister Losii Dikho stated on April 27. Addressing the launch of the 7th State Level Media Fellowship on Climate Change Reporting (2026–27) at the Civil Secretariat in Mantripukhri, Imphal East, the Deputy Chief Minister underscored that stability is the…
The Coalition for Indigenous Rights Campaign (CIRCA), Manipur, has issued a strong condemnation regarding the alleged mob assault on Mayengbam Somorjit Luwang, the former president of the Democratic Students’ Alliance of Manipur (DESAM). The incident, which occurred at the iconic Ema Keithel market, has drawn sharp criticism from the organization, which described the act as…
Manipur on Thursday observed Khongjom Day, the annual commemoration of the martyrs of the 1891 Anglo-Manipur War, under a heavy security blanket. Despite a boycott call issued by the Coordinating Committee on Manipur Integrity (COCOMI), the state-level events proceeded largely according to schedule, reflecting a mix of solemn remembrance and prevailing social tensions. The primary…
Churachandpur became a landscape of flickering candlelight on Tuesday evening as hundreds gathered at the Medical College campus to mark the two-month anniversary of the death of BJP MLA Vungzagin Valte. The vigil, organized by Zomi frontal organizations, served as a somber precursor to a 13-hour total shutdown across the district. Participants reiterated their demands…
A 5.2 magnitude earthquake struck the Kamjong district of Manipur early Tuesday morning, sending strong tremors across the state and into neighboring regions. According to the National Centre for Seismology (NCS), the seismic event was recorded at 5:59 AM IST, with its epicenter located in Kamjong at a depth of approximately 62 kilometers beneath the…
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….
