Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh has urged the Central Government to expedite the construction of fencing along the Indo-Myanmar border, describing the frontier as one of the region’s most critical security and humanitarian concerns. Addressing the 73rd Plenary Session of the North Eastern Council (NEC) in Shillong, Singh said the ongoing civil conflict in…
Three civilians were killed and several houses were damaged in an armed attack on a village in Manipur’s Kangpokpi district in the early hours of Friday, triggering fresh concerns over security in the region and prompting calls for a thorough investigation into the incident. According to reports, the attack took place at around 4 am…
The Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls commenced in Manipur’s Kangpokpi district on Thursday, drawing significant participation from residents even as Kuki Inpi Manipur (KIM), the apex body of the Kuki tribes, objected to the exercise and sought its immediate suspension over concerns related to internally displaced persons (IDPs). The revision process began at…
A Public Interest Litigation (PIL) was filed before the High Court of Manipur on Thursday seeking urgent judicial intervention in connection with the alleged abduction of six Naga civilians by suspected Kuki armed groups. The petition was filed by Advocate Mark Khapai, president of the Naga Lawyers’ Association, Manipur, amid growing concern over the fate…
Kuki Inpi Manipur (KIM) has expressed strong opposition to the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) process in Manipur, stating that the exercise is unacceptable under the current circumstances and raises serious concerns over fairness, inclusivity and administrative responsibility. In a statement issued by Information Secretary Janghaolun Haokip, KIM said that nearly 59,000 Kuki-Zo internally displaced…
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…
