Thadou Inpi Manipur (TIM) has raised concerns over reports of individuals, identifying as either Thadou or Kuki, who are allegedly threatening Thadou community members wishing to attend the 8th Manipur State-Level Hun-Thadou Cultural Festival scheduled for April 7, 2026, in Imphal. TIM accused these individuals of using armed Kuki militants’ names to intimidate participants, expressing…
A substantial protest took place at Babu Keithel, where a large group demanded the implementation of the National Register of Citizens (NRC) before any new census activities in the state of Manipur. Organized by the Meitei Community Joint Coordinating Committee (MCJCC), which includes representatives from Waithou, Kiyam, Kiyam Siphai, Haokha, and Thoubal Khunou, the demonstrators…
The Kolorbox, in collaboration with the Advanced Research Consortium Library & Archives, is hosting “The Revival of the Forgotten Art of Manipur: An Exhibition of Modern Subika Art” at Gallery 16Ten in Washington, D.C., from May 9 to May 19. This exhibition showcases over 20 works by artist Sapha Yumnam, who is pivotal in reviving…
An exhibition showcasing value-added products from soft-shelled Job’s Tears, known locally as “Chaning Athotpa” (Coix lacryma-jobi L.), took place on Tuesday at the Manipur University canteen, aiming to improve the socio-economic conditions of farmers in Manipur. The inauguration was attended by prominent figures including Prof. N. Lokendra Singh, Vice-Chancellor of Manipur University, and leading experts…
In a decisive step towards strengthening the regional security architecture, Assam Rifles convened a district-level security meeting on Tuesday at Somsai Garrison, Ukhrul. Building on the momentum of recent community engagement initiatives, this forum brought together a unified contingent of officials and personnel to conduct a comprehensive review of the prevailing security environment in the…
Assam Rifles continues to play a pivotal role in fostering a progressive environment for local communities in Manipur by actively promoting sports and youth empowerment. On March 30, under its Civic Action Programme, the force distributed hockey kits to the players of Social Youth United Club at Uchekon Khunou in Imphal East District. This initiative…
Officials of the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR), led by S. Basanta, Head of ICAR, Lamphel, met Chief Minister Y. Khemchand at the Secretariat, wherein the officials presented an overview of their ongoing initiatives aimed at enhancing agricultural productivity in the state. Informing this in a social media post, Chief Minister Khemchand said, “Had…
A 48-hour shutdown brought normal life to a standstill in Ukhrul and Kamjong districts, following the killing of four cadres of NSCN (Eastern Flank) in an alleged attack that has triggered widespread outrage. The shutdown, observed across district headquarters and adjoining areas, entered its second consecutive day, severely disrupting daily life. Markets remained closed, roads…
Manipur will undertake the first phase of Census 2027 starting August 17, with self-enumeration scheduled until August 31, followed by houselisting operations from September 1 to 30, as per details released by the Centre. The announcement comes as the nationwide Census exercise is set to begin on April 1 in a phased rollout across States…
Social activist Malem Thongam was detained by security personnel from Wahengbam Leikai in Imphal West district, just hours before she was scheduled to begin a proposed peace march to Churachandpur. The development has raised fresh concerns over how civil initiatives are being handled amid the ongoing crisis in Manipur. According to sources, Thongam was preparing…
