Referring to the meeting held between the Chief Minister and the Kuki-Zo Council (KZC) in Guwahati, wherein a number of issues were discussed, including the ongoing conflict between Tangkhul Nagas and Kukis in Ukhrul District, the Working Committee of Tangkhul Naga Long (TNL) wondered how it is that such a discussion was taken up by…
Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla inaugurated the Agrivision Agri-Youth Parliament – 2026 at the Central Agricultural University (CAU), Imphal, themed ‘Futuristic Agriculture for North East Bharat: Sustainability, Innovations and Opportunities.’ This three-day event focuses on emerging research and advancements in agriculture. The Governor toured exhibition stalls with CAU’s Vice-Chancellor, engaging with participants and showcasing innovations. Key…
Newly elected Congress Legislature Party leader Keisham Meghachandra Singh criticized the BJP-led government for its handling of law and order in Manipur, labeling it the “weakest government” in the state’s history. He expressed disappointment over the ongoing tensions between the Naga and Kuki communities, as well as the unresolved ethnic conflict involving the Meiteis and…
Emphasizing that forests are a shared national asset and not solely the domain of the Forest Department, the Government of Manipur commemorated the International Day of Forests with a comprehensive program at Lamdeng Makha Leikai in Imphal West district. Organized by the State Forest Department, the event saw participation from senior officials, volunteers, and local…
Security forces arrested an active cadre of KCP (PWG), identified as Koijam Boby Meitei alias Waibi (47) of Kongba Laishram Leikai, presently staying at Kongba Bazar from his current locality under Irilbung-PS Imphal East district. A mobile phone was seized from him. On the other hand, security forces recovered from Phayeng Mamang Leikai area under…
Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh emphasized the government’s initiative to engage in dialogue with the Kuki Zo Council as a crucial step towards rebuilding trust and fostering peace between the two communities in the State. His comments came during an inspection of the Inter State Bus Terminus (ISBT) at Khuman Lampak, Imphal, which has seen…
The 3rd North East India Film Festival 2026 (NEIFF) commenced at TanthaPolis Cinema on Saturday, bringing together a curated selection of films from across the Northeast and highlighting the region’s evolving cinematic voice. Inaugurating the festival, Professor Paonam Gunindro, Vice Chancellor of the Manipur University of Culture, described cinema as both a cultural archive and…
Two civilians were injured in separate firing incidents reported along the Ukhrul–Kangpokpi fringe in Manipur on March 21, triggering fresh concerns over security in the region. According to statements issued by the Ihang-Bungpi Working Committee and the Kuki CSO Working Committee (Ukhrul), suspected Tangkhul militants allegedly carried out two attacks—first in the early hours at…
A strong resentment and deep dissatisfaction over the continued disruption and blockade of the National Highway -202, Imphal-Ukhrul Road by armed Kuki militants has been expressed by the Tangkhul Katamnao Saklong (TKS), terming the situation as completely unacceptable and a direct threat to the survival of the people dependent on the vital lifeline.TKS strongly condemned…
Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh on Friday chaired a high-level security review meeting following fresh incidents of violence reported from several districts, including Tamenglong, Kangpokpi, Ukhrul, and Imphal East.The meeting, held at the newly inaugurated secretariat, was attended by top officials, including the chief secretary, director general of police (DGP), and the state’s security…
