Fresh violence erupted in Manipur’s Jiribam district early Wednesday as suspected ‘tribal village volunteers’ set fire to a retired police officer’s house. The three-room residence at Jakuradhor, located 28 km from Jiribam district headquarters and near the Hmar-dominated Pherzawl district, was torched around 3:30 a.m. The officer’s family had previously vacated the property due to…
The Mizoram government has raised petrol and diesel prices by Rs 4 per litre each, effective September 1. This increase is aimed at funding social infrastructure and road maintenance projects. Taxation Minister Dr. Vanlalthlana announced that the price hike includes a new Rs 2 per litre levy for social infrastructure and services cess, and an…
Armed Kuki militants launched an attack on Sinam village in the Khundrakpam Assembly Constituency, Imphal East district, just a day after a similar assault on Koutruk Village in Imphal West. Sources indicate that the militants employed drones to drop bombs on security personnel’s bunkers, destroying three bunkers and damaging property belonging to the forces. The…
Manipur Chief Minister N. Biren Singh has strongly condemned the recent attack on the family of BJP spokesperson Michael Lamjathang Haokip. The incident, which occurred on the night of August 25 in Churachandpur district, involved significant vandalism and arson at Haokip’s residence. Describing the attack as “an act of cowardice,” CM Singh criticized the targeting…
Amidst ongoing unrest in Manipur, Chief Minister N Biren Singh has called for reconciliation among the state’s communities, emphasizing the need for a unified agenda while maintaining focus on the core issues affecting the state. His remarks came during the observance of the 133rd Patriots’ Day at BT Park, an event organized by the Government…
The Democratic Students’ Alliance Manipur (DESAM) has strongly objected to the recent reappointment of a superannuated faculty member at Central Agricultural University (CAU), Imphal, calling it a deliberate violation of the University’s rules and regulations. The student body has urged for the immediate withdrawal of the reappointment order and warned of potential agitation if their…
