The annual Fire Walking Festival of the Tamil community in Moreh concluded on April 1, after running for 10 days, with considerable devotion and adherence to tradition. The festival, which commenced on March 23, was celebrated at the temples of Shree Angala Parameshwari and Shree Muneshwarar in Ward No. 2, marking the 59th iteration of…
Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Wednesday directed Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh to accelerate the peace process in the strife-torn state. During the discussion, Shah assessed the prevailing security scenario and asked the state government to step up efforts to restore normalcy. He also emphasized the need to strengthen the “growing harmony” and…
Mount Everest College (Autonomous) hosted its annual Cultural Day, featuring a rich tapestry of cultural dances, music, and fashion that showcased various communities. The event, organized by the Cultural Committee in conjunction with the Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC), adopted the theme “Unity through Cultural Heritage.” Vice Principal Dr. Gonmei Meithuanlungpou delivered the keynote address,…
Security forces in Manipur conducted extensive search operations leading to multiple arrests and the seizure of weapons. Key arrests included Nepram Lemba Meitei (24), an active member of the RPF/PLA from Imphal East, and Leimapokpam Sanjit Singh (54), associated with KCP (MFL), also from Imphal East. Additionally, Zabir Khan (26), an extortionist linked to PREPAK,…
The All Manipur Students’ Union (AMSU) launched a poster campaign in connection with the 46th Realisation Month observance, which commenced on March 17. Talking to media persons, AMSU President Lukram Malangba said that the poster campaign was launched with the objective of creating awareness among the public about key issues pertaining to the state and…
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…
