The Naga youth organization Khanuithot-Khon, Voice of the Naga Youth, has strongly opposed any move to release detained Kuki individuals without first securing verifiable proof of life and the safe return of six Naga civilians allegedly abducted during the ongoing ethnic crisis in Manipur.In a strongly worded statement, the organization expressed concern over reports that…
In a major push toward heritage conservation and historical awareness, the Assam Rifles has launched a collaborative initiative at the historic Khongjom War Memorial in Manipur’s Kakching district. The campaign aims to preserve the cultural legacy of the state while inspiring the younger generation with stories of past heroism. The initiative kicked off with a…
Acclaimed Manipuri film Boong emerged as one of the biggest winners at the 2026 New York Indian Film Festival (NYIFF), securing three major awards, including the prestigious Best Child Actor honour for its young lead performer. Directed by Lakshmipriya Devi, Boong earned the Best Child Actor award for Gugun Kipgen, while Lakshmipriya Devi was recognised…
Normal life came to a grinding halt across the Zeliangrongpui-inhabited areas of Manipur following an indefinite emergency shutdown called by the Joint Tribes’ Council (JTC). The total shutdown, which commenced Monday night, severely crippled movement in Noney district and completely choked National Highway 37—the vital Imphal–Jiribam supply route. More than 250 loaded vehicles, including critical…
Kuki Inpi Manipur (KIM), the apex body representing the Kuki community in Manipur, has announced the temporary suspension of the total shutdown that had been imposed across Kuki-Zo inhabited districts in the state. In a statement KIM said the decision was taken following discussions with government authorities on May 29 and 30, during which several…
The Kuki Organisation for Human Rights Trust (KOHUR) has demanded a court-monitored investigation by the National Investigation Agency (NIA) into the killing of three Kuki church leaders in Manipur, while disputing recent claims made by the United Naga Council (UNC) regarding the incident. In a statement issued on Saturday, KOHUR said the May 13 ambush…
In a major step aimed at strengthening security and supporting peace-building efforts in Manipur, the Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has approved the deployment of two battalions of the elite Commando Battalion for Resolute Action (COBRA) of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) in the state.According to official sources, the two battalions selected for…
Tension escalated in Manipur’s Kangpokpi district after an abandoned village was set on fire by unidentified miscreants on Thursday afternoon, triggering a fresh security concern in the area. The incident occurred at Kharam Vaiphei village, located behind the National Sports University, at around 2:30 pm. According to intelligence inputs, the abandoned village was reportedly being…
Thousands of people joined a rally organised by Kuki Inpi Manipur (KIM) in Kangpokpi on Saturday, demanding justice for the killing of three Kuki-Zo church leaders, the release of 14 individuals allegedly being held hostage, and an early resolution to the ongoing crisis in Manipur. The rally commenced from Brig. M. Thomas Ground and moved…
Security forces have arrested six active cadres of various banned insurgent organisations during a series of operations carried out in Manipur’s Imphal West and Imphal East districts on May 27 and 28, officials said. According to security officials, the operations targeted members of proscribed outfits allegedly involved in extortion and other unlawful activities in the…
