Manipur Police and security forces have arrested an alleged cadre of the Revolutionary People’s Front/People’s Liberation Army (RPF/PLA) and two suspected extortionists in separate operations, while a major joint counter-insurgency operation has led to the recovery of a large cache of arms, ammunition and military equipment from vulnerable areas of the state.According to police, an…
Security forces have recovered a large cache of arms, ammunition and military-grade equipment during a joint counter-insurgency operation carried out across several hill areas of Kangpokpi district in Manipur over the last three days. According to Manipur Police, the operation was launched on June 20 based on specific intelligence inputs about the presence of armed…
A joint operation by Manipur Police, CRPF, RAF, COBRA and the Army has resulted in the recovery of a large cache of arms, ammunition and other war-like stores from suspected militant locations in Manipur. According to Manipur Police, acting on specific intelligence inputs regarding the presence of armed militants, security forces launched a joint operation…
Women activists from Keishamthong constituency on Monday strongly condemned the recent arrests of former members of Arambai Tenggol and submitted a memorandum to Manipur Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla demanding their immediate and unconditional release. The memorandum was submitted by the Apunba Meira Paibi Lup, which warned that it would launch various forms of agitation if…
Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh has reiterated the government’s commitment to promoting indigenous sports and preserving the state’s rich cultural heritage, while highlighting the role of sports in fostering unity and social harmony. Speaking at the valedictory function of the 13th Chief Minister Trophy Kang Tournament held at Manipur Kangshang in the Khuman Lampak…
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has responded to remarks attributed to U.S. President Donald Trump in which Trump suggested that “Israel does as I say,” saying that the two leaders “sometimes don’t see eye to eye” but maintain a strong working relationship. The exchange has drawn attention amid ongoing discussions about U.S.–Israel coordination on security…
Thadoi Yumnam was crowned Miss Universe Manipur 2026 at the grand finale of the state pageant held at Chandrakriti Auditorium in Imphal on June 21, securing her place at the upcoming Miss Universe India 2026 competition scheduled for July. The event brought together 20 finalists from different parts of Manipur who competed in multiple rounds…
Former police officer Thounaojam Brinda has officially announced her candidature from the Yaiskul Assembly Constituency for the 2027 Manipur Legislative Assembly elections, marking the beginning of her campaign for the upcoming state polls. Brinda made the announcement during a programme held at her residence on Sunday in the presence of supporters, well-wishers and local residents….
Hundreds of Kuki residents staged protests across Manipur’s Kangpokpi district on Sunday as civil society organisations enforced an emergency shutdown along key national highways, alleging that recent security operations in Kuki-Zo inhabited areas were selective and disproportionately targeted their communities. The shutdown, called by Kuki civil society organisations (CSOs) in Kangpokpi, received widespread support across…
A rare Asiatic Black Bear (Ursus thibetanus), a species classified as Vulnerable on the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) Red List, has been recorded through a camera trap in Shirui Village of Ukhrul district, Manipur. The sighting has been described by conservationists as a major milestone for wildlife protection in the region and…
