Violence has escalated in the Litan area of Ukhrul district, Manipur, primarily affecting the Naga-majority community amid ongoing tensions with the Kuki-Zo groups. The unrest began on Sunday and has resulted in the destruction of numerous homes and a pervasive atmosphere of fear, compounded by gunfire reported in the vicinity. The conflict was sparked by…
BJP MLAs in Manipur convened on Monday to address the restoration of peace and the rehabilitation of internally displaced persons (IDPs). The focus was on transforming public mandates into actionable plans in areas impacted by ethnic unrest and displacement. Senior BJP MLA Khongbantabam Ibomcha emphasized the need for elected officials to meet public expectations, given…
Following investigation into a case of bomb explosion at Lilong Chajing area under Singjamei-PS, Imphal West district, Manipur Police arrested three active cadres of KCP (Apunba) who were involved in the crime from different locations of Imphal West and Imphal East districts: Two of the cadres identified as Laishram Bulu Singh (39) of Chana Mayai…
The Directorate of Craftsmen Training (DCT), Manipur, under the Skill, Labour, Employment & Entrepreneurship (SLEE) Department, Government of Manipur, organized an ongoing workshop on Prime Minister’s National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme (PM-NAPS) at the Kakching Municipal Council auditorium, Kakching District. The programme conducted under the overall supervision of N. Bandana Devi, IAS, Secretary, SLEE Department, Government…
The Manipur government has ordered the temporary suspension of internet and mobile data services in Ukhrul district for a period of five days following concerns over the prevailing law and order situation. The decision was taken as a precautionary measure after authorities expressed apprehension that certain anti-social elements might use social media platforms to spread…
The multi-format series will start on February 15 after the Indian women’s cricket squad landed in Australia. Three Twenty20 matches, three One-Day Internationals, and a historic one-off Test will all be part of India’s tour. Smriti Mandhana will remain vice-captain, while Harmanpreet Kaur will captain India in all formats. Indian cricket players were eager for…
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is observing Financial Literacy Week (FLW) 2026 from February 9 to 13 across the country, including the state of Manipur. Financial Literacy Week has been observed annually by the Reserve Bank since 2016 with the objective of spreading awareness on key financial topics through focused and structured campaigns. The…
Shija Hospitals & Research Institute Pvt. Ltd. congratulated Dr. Palin Khundongbam, Chairman and Managing Director, and the entire Shija team on being honored the Torch Bearer of Quality Healthcare in Northeast India at the inaugural Northeast Quality Conclave 2026. The recognition was presented on February 7 at the NEDFi Convention Centre, Guwahati. The conclave was…
Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh stated that the State Government would take responsibility for the safety of the people belonging to the Kuki-Zo community who visit Imphal, including medical treatment. The above statement was made during the flagging off programme of the project of “Strengthening of existing pavement from km 0.00 to km 15.35 and…
In an effort to make travel easier for people living in hill districts, the Government of Manipur has announced special helicopter services between Imphal and Ukhrul. The Transport Department issued an official press statement on February 9, saying the service has been arranged after considering the urgent travel needs of the public and the growing…
