In a significant breakthrough in the investigation into the abduction and murder of six Naga civilians in Manipur, a joint team of the National Investigation Agency (NIA), Manipur Police and the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) has arrested two more accused. The arrested persons have been identified as Lungoulal Vaiphei, a resident of Leilon Vaiphei…
A candlelight vigil was held in Dimapur on Friday evening in memory of the six Naga civilians who were abducted and later killed in Manipur, with participants demanding a fair investigation, justice for the victims and lasting peace in the region. The programme, organised by Zeliangrong Public Dimapur (ZPD) at the Super Market area, brought…
Kang Chingba, Manipur’s traditional Rath Yatra festival, was celebrated across the valley districts of the State on Thursday with religious fervour and vibrant cultural splendour.Thousands of devotees gathered to participate in the sacred chariot procession in Imphal.The main sacred procession began from the historic Shri Shri Govindajee Temple in Imphal, where the idols of Lord…
Manipur DGP Mukesh Singh inaugurated a two-day training programme on the implementation of the e-Office system at the Police Headquarters on Wednesday.In his inaugural address, the DGP highlighted the importance of digital governance and stated that the adoption of the e-Office system would enhance efficiency, transparency, accountability and paperless functioning within the organisation.He emphasised that…
Imphal-based startup Akumen Artificial Intelligence (AI) has developed an innovative AI-powered smart glasses system, INSIGHT, aimed at improving independence and accessibility for visually impaired individuals. The device was showcased before Manipur Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla during a meeting at Lok Bhavan on July 15. Akumen AI founder Thiyam Akuvan, a computer science engineer from Manipur,…
Tension prevailed after protests erupted in Manipur following the detention of three persons in Ukhrul district in connection with the ambush that killed two Assam Rifles personnel.The detentions were made during search operations in TM Kasom, Litan and Sikibung areas.Claiming that the trio were innocent, the residents staged protests demanding their release and even pelted…
Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh on Wednesday reaffirmed his government’s commitment to transparent and merit-based recruitment while felicitating successful candidates of the Manipur Public Service Commission (MPSC) 2022 examination during the 14th Foundation Day celebration of Creative Circle Coaching Institute in Imphal. Addressing the programme at Hotel Imolesh, the Chief Minister praised the coaching…
Security forces in Manipur apprehended an active cadre of the proscribed People’s Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK) during an operation in Imphal East district and recovered eight hand grenades from his possession, a statement from state police force said.The apprehended cadre has been identified as Ningombam Amuthoi Meitei (30), a resident of Chingnungkok Maning Leikai…
The Kamjong district administration in Manipur has stepped up efforts to accelerate the implementation of the Vibrant Villages Programme (VVP)-II, with a renewed focus on improving livelihoods, encouraging community participation and creating sustainable infrastructure in border villages. Deputy Commissioner L.N. Kashung chaired a review meeting with district officials at the Camp Office in the 2nd…
Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh has reviewed the functioning of the state’s Fisheries Department, with a focus on increasing fish production, strengthening infrastructure and improving welfare measures for fishing communities. The review meeting, held at the State Secretariat, was attended by senior officials of the Fisheries Department. The discussions centred on the progress of…
