Security forces have destroyed 23 illegally constructed bunkers and recovered a cache of arms and explosives during separate operations in Manipur’s Ukhrul district and Tengnoupal district, police said on Saturday, May 2. According to police, the bunkers were demolished on Thursday during coordinated operations in the hill villages of Mongkot Chepu, Shongphel, Mullam, Sirarakhong, and…
Manipur police confirmed the demolition of 23 illegally constructed bunkers during a sweeping operation in Ukhrul district. These fortifications were located in the hill villages of Mongkot Chepu, Shongphel, Mullam, Sirarakhong, and Ringue. The tactical move follows a surge in recurring violence in Ukhrul since February, fueled by clashes between the Tangkhul Naga and Kuki…
The launch of Ramaiah Institute of Science and Management (RISM) by the Gokula Education Foundation (Medical) reflects the growing emphasis on industry-linked higher education as India strengthens its focus on innovation-driven economic growth and advanced workforce development. The deemed-to-be university, launched in collaboration with the University at Albany, will begin academic operations in August 2026…
Former Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh has underscored the need to maintain demographic balance and safeguard land rights and security of the State in a lawful and measured manner.“The situation unfolding in Manipur is often being portrayed as a conflict among its indigenous communities. This interpretation does not reflect the ground reality. The people…
Chief Minister, Manipur Shri Yumnam Khemchand Singh today extended his best wishes to the Haj pilgrims from Manipur particularly from the Meitei Pangal Community who departed Imphal for Kolkata for their onward journey to Madinah, Saudi Arabia. While extending his heartfelt wishes to the pilgrims, Shri Khemchand said “I pray to the Almighty to reach…
Health experts are sounding the alarm over the growing number of diabetes cases that go undiagnosed for months — and sometimes years — because early symptoms are often mistaken for everyday health issues. Doctors say this delay in recognising the warning signs is leading to late detection and avoidable complications. According to endocrinologists, Type 2…
During a high-stakes operation in Chandel district on April 29, security forces in Manipur found a large cache of weapons, ammunition, and explosives. This was a big step forward in the fight against insurgent activities and the illegal spread of weapons. After the recovery, a different operation in the Bishnupur district led to the arrest…
North-Eastern Hill University (NEHU) is grappling with a deepening governance crisis, as the NEHU Teachers’ Association (NEHUTA) has alleged administrative paralysis, lack of transparency, and the prolonged absence of Vice-Chancellor Prabha Shankar Shukla from the university headquarters. Addressing the media on Wednesday, NEHUTA president Lakhon Kma said the Vice-Chancellor has been away from campus for…
Forest officials of the Digboi Division have arrested two individuals in connection with an elephant ivory chopping case reported from Dhulijan under the Lakhpathar Forest Range in Tinsukia district, in what is being seen as a major breakthrough in a suspected wildlife trafficking network. The accused have been identified as Saurav Moran (28) of Dhulijan…
A two-day Chief Engineers’ Works Conference of all Border Roads Organisation (BRO) projects of the Eastern Region concluded in Guwahati on Wednesday. The conference, held under the chairmanship of Jitendra Prasad, Additional Director General Border Roads (East), witnessed the participation of all seven Chief Engineers of BRO Projects in the Eastern Region along with the…
