The Manipur Forest Department has issued a complete ban on camping, trekking, and expeditions in the Langol Reserve Forest, with immediate effect. The order comes in response to a sharp increase in unauthorised human presence, particularly in the Punshilok area, which has become a hotspot for recreational intrusion without official approval.The order, dated July 29,…

The Lok Sabha on July 30 approved a six-month extension of President’s Rule, which was originally imposed on February 13, 2025. The current term, set to expire on August 13, will now be extended till mid-February 2026.The statutory resolution for the extension was moved by Minister of State for Home Affairs, Nityanand Rai, who assured…

The Kuki-Zo Council (KZC) held a significant public meeting on Tuesday at LNC Hotel, centrally located in Kangpokpi District Headquarters. The gathering brought together a wide array of tribal leaders, community organisations, and civil society representatives with the common goal of promoting unity amid the ongoing turmoil in Manipur. The well-attended meeting was seen as…

In a significant development in the long-pending Jiribam killings case, the Manipur High Court on Monday gave the National Investigation Agency (NIA) a final one-month deadline to file a chargesheet. The court issued a stern warning that any further delay would not be tolerated and could attract judicial consequences. The case, which involves the abduction…

The Kuki Students’ Organisation (KSO), Delhi & NCR, has strongly condemned the Manipur Public Service Commission’s (MPSC) decision to shift the venue of its upcoming main examination to Guwahati, Assam, excluding conflict-affected regions like Churachandpur from the list of exam centres. The student body has termed the move “unjust, exclusionary, and burdensome,” especially for aspirants…

The Manipur Pradesh Congress Committee on Friday came down heavily on the Central Government’s decision to extend President’s Rule in Manipur, calling it a direct assault on democratic values and federalism. The party accused the ruling BJP of engineering a constitutional vacuum in the state while failing to provide a stable government even after months…

In response to growing concerns over the influx of undocumented foreign nationals, the Manipur Police has launched a renewed and coordinated crackdown against illegal immigrants, with a set of fresh directives and the formation of Special Task Forces (STFs) in every district. The Police Headquarters in Imphal has issued revised instructions to all District Superintendents…

In a significant development highlighting the long-standing grievances of Manipur’s tribal communities, the Tribal Youth Council of Manipur (TYCM) on Monday met with Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla at Raj Bhavan in Imphal, demanding an urgent and comprehensive reform of the outdated governance system in the state’s hill areas.The youth delegation presented a strong case for…

An indefinite bandh has been imposed across the Naga-inhabited foothill regions of Manipur by the Foothills Naga Coordination Committee (FNCC), in a strong show of protest against what it calls the unauthorized construction of a road connecting Churachandpur and Kangpokpi districts. The road, commonly referred to as the German or Tiger Road, is reportedly being…

Manipur will host a grand celebration of World Indigenous Day 2025 on August 9 at the City Convention Centre, Imphal, with participation from all eight Northeastern states. The event promises to be a vibrant showcase of indigenous pride, unity, and resilience under the theme “Defending Rights, Shaping Futures.” The announcement was made by Ashang Kasar,…