Six militants including two women cadres, belonging to different underground outfits were arrested by security forces on Saturday from various districts. According to a statement of Manipur Police, the arrested militants belonged to the proscribed People’s Liberation Army (PLA) and its political wing, the Revolutionary People’s Front (RPF), the Kangleipak Communist Party (KCP), and the…
The International Guwahati Film Festival is in its 18th edition, showcasing regional, national and world cinema. The five-day schedule will showcase films from Germany, Russia, Iran, Sri Lanka, Portugal, Vietnam, Brazil, Montenegro and films in English, Hindi, Assamese, Bodo, Manipuri and Bengali from India. The Gauhati Cine Club organized the inaugural session of the festival…
Dr. Krishnagopal Jee, Sah-Sarkaryawah of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), undertook a two-day tour of Manipur on February 14–15. During his visit, he engaged with various stakeholders and sections of society to discuss issues of national development and social responsibility. As part of his visit, Dr. Krishnagopal interacted with the doctor community at Bhaskar Prabha,…
Nemcha Kipgen has stressed the need for dialogue, healing and inclusive governance to bridge divisions among communities in Manipur. She said rebuilding must go beyond infrastructure to restoring confidence, dignity and hope among people affected by the conflict. Kipgen said she accepted the responsibility with humility at a time when the state had suffered immense…
Assam Rifles has inducted Manipur’s indigenous dog breed Tangkhul Hui, also known as Haofa, into its dog squads under the Atmanirbhar Bharat initiative. The move follows a directive issued last year by the Ministry of Home Affairs, led by Amit Shah, asking all Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) to induct two Indian dog breeds. So…
Amidst the recent cases of violence within Manipur, Congress leader Pawan Khera on Saturday stressed that PM Narendra Modi should visit the state while on a visit to Assam for other events today. In an ‘X’ post, Khera sarcastically shared air tickets booked for PM Modi, stating that Manipur, which has been “burning” since 2023,…
Chief Minister Y Khemchand Singh on Saturday said that the sacrifice of Pulwana attack will never be forgotten, and its legacy will continue to inspire generations to serve the nation with honor and devotion.Sharing a post on X, CM Khemchand said, “On this solemn day, we bow our heads in profound respect and remembrance of…
The Supreme Court on Friday asked the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) to submit a detailed status report on the progress of investigations into sexual violence cases related to the 2023 ethnic violence in Manipur. The court also indicated that the responsibility for day-to-day monitoring of the ongoing trials may be handed over to the…
Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh today inspected the rejuvenation work of Imphal River being carried out at different sites along the river. The rejuvenation work is taken up as a project to make the river water clean and reduce its Biochemical Oxygen Demand (BOD). The Chief Minister took stock of the ongoing eco-embankment work being…
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…
