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….
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…
