The Indigenous Tribal Leaders’ Forum (ITLF) has announced a new resolution stating that Meitei individuals will not be allowed to enter Kuki-Zo inhabited areas until a political solution addressing the concerns of the Kuki-Zo community is achieved. The decision was taken during a meeting held on February 12, 2026, according to an official press release…
On the eve of Lui-Ngai-Ni 2026, the United Naga Council (UNC) expressed deep concern over the outbreak of violence attack on one Starling Shimray of Shakarphung by a group of Kuki youths on the evening of February 7, that triggered a wave of unrest in Litan, Ukhrul, resulting in ugly violence, burning of houses and…
A public meeting was held at Salungpham in Thoubal district under the central theme, “Granting ST Status is the Only Way to Protect Our Land and Future.” The programme was organised by the Manipur unit of the World Meetei Council (WMC). Speaking at the meeting, WMC Manipur Unit President Urikhimbam Kunjo stated that the Meetei…
A sensitization programme on Central and State Government schemes, initiatives, and financial literacy was held at Koshang Community Hall, Khangshim Village, Tengnoupal District. The programme was sponsored by the Directorate of Handlooms and Textiles, Government of Manipur and organised by District Handlooms and Textiles, Tengnoupal District. SDO/BDO Tengnoupal and Machi, Md Nazmul Huda Khan, inaugurated…
In a continued crackdown against illegal poppy cultivation, the District Anti-Narcotic Task Force (ANTF) on Friday carried out a poppy destruction drive at Ngatan Hill Range under Senapati Police Station and adjoining areas of Kangpokpi district. The operation was initiated by the Senapati District ANTF and conducted under the supervision of the Additional Superintendent of…
Security forces apprehended two active militants of KCP (Apunba) in separate operations within Imphal West and Imphal East districts. Thaodem Jackson Singh (21) from Thangmeiband Hijam Leikai was arrested at his home, while Angom Vidyananda Singh (20) from Khurai Thangjam Leikai was taken into custody at his residence. Authorities seized two mobile phones and an…
The State Government has revoked suspension of internet and data services in Ukhrul district and parts of Kangpokpi and Kamjong districts after reviewing the prevailing law and order situation in the State. Following following arson and communal riots in Ukhrul district, the government had imposed temporary suspension/curbing of internet/data services including services through Broadband, VPN…
Three more houses were set on fire at Litan Sareikhong village on February 12, despite intensified efforts by state authorities to contain the violence by deploying additional security forces in the area. According to sources, the arson incident was followed by gunfire reportedly coming from the opposite side of the village. However, no injuries have…
The Coordinating Committee on Manipur Integrity (COCOMI) has expressed deep concern over the recent incidents of violence in Tengnoupal district and parts of Ukhrul district, stating that the events reflect continuing instability and growing insecurity in the state. In a press statement issued on February 10, 2026, the organisation said the attacks in villages such…
Heirok Apunba Club, the apex body of various clubs in Heirok under Thoubal district, has resolved to deploy its volunteers at the examination centres in Heirok to ensure a free and fair conduct of the upcoming board examinations. With the objective of encouraging students studying in schools in Heirok to perform well and to promote…
