The Indian National Congress has strongly criticised the Union government over the continuing violence in Manipur, raising concerns about the situation on the ground and calling for immediate steps to restore peace and normal life.Addressing a press conference, Inner Manipur MP A Bimol Akoijam said the situation in the state has not improved despite the…
A magnitude 5.2 earthquake struck Manipur early Tuesday morning, sending tremors across parts of the Northeast, including Guwahati and nearby regions. According to the National Centre for Seismology (NCS), the earthquake occurred at around 5:59 am IST on April 21, with its epicentre located in Kamjong district. The NCS reported: “EQ of M: 5.2, On:…
Tensions in Manipur escalated on Monday, April 20, 2026, as police arrested 21 individuals following a wave of violent protests that have paralyzed parts of the Imphal Valley. The unrest was ignited by a tragic bomb attack on April 7 in Tronglaobi, Bishnupur district, which claimed the lives of two young siblings—a five-year-old boy and…
The Council of Higher Secondary Education Manipur has announced the Class 12 examination results, recording an overall pass percentage of 92.23%. Out of 31,530 enrolled students, 31,259 appeared for the exams, and 28,829 successfully passed. This marks a slight decline compared to last year’s 94%. Despite ongoing challenges in Manipur, the timely declaration of results…
Chief Minister Y. Khemchand Singh on Monday appealed for the withdrawal of the ongoing five-day total shutdown, stating that it has severely disrupted normal life and affected common people the most. He said that discussions are already in progress with the Joint Action Committee (JAC) regarding the Bishnupur incident, where two minor children were killed…
Over the past few days, women activist organizations have spearheaded protest marches in the conflict-ridden State, and Manipur Police has issued a warning that legal action will be taken against both those responsible for violence and those who instigate it. Meira rallies have been happening every night in different parts of Imphal for the past…
Manipur is grappling with a wave of civil unrest as authorities confirmed on Monday the arrest of 21 individuals involved in violent clashes that erupted during a protest rally in the Imphal West district two days ago. The situation remains tense across the state, with security forces working to maintain order amid widespread public demonstrations….
In protest of the Tronglaobi incident, the Manipur government has ordered all employees to report to work during the shutdown call that started today. The Chief Secretary’s office has issued an official order directing all Heads of Departments and Administrative Secretaries to make sure that everyone in their respective offices, including subordinate offices, be present…
Manipur Police has arrested 21 people for their alleged involvement in violent incidents during a protest rally held on April 18 in Imphal West district, officials said. The rally, which took place along the Imphal–Jiribam road between Patsoi and Sagolband, turned violent as some protesters reportedly resorted to stone pelting and used petrol bombs, catapults…
Security forces used tear gas to disperse protesters in Kakching after tensions escalated during a demonstration demanding justice for victims of the Tronglaobi incident. The protest took place at Kakching Bazar, where a large number of people gathered and raised slogans over the April 7 attack in Tronglaobi Awang Leikai area of Moirang. The situation…
