Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh on Monday said that Union Home Minister Amit Shah assured that a joint monitoring committee along with the Army and state police will jointly inspect the relief camps in the violence-hit state and immediate action will be taken to restore the normalcy in the state. […]
518 stranded people evacuated from violence-hit areas of Manipur
Under the initiative of the Coordination Committee on Manipur Integrity (COCOMI), KSO, Churachandpur District Administration and 9 sector Assam Rifles evacuated 518 stranded people including medical students and shifted them to Imphal on Monday. As violence gripped several parts of Manipur, security advisor to the Manipur government Kuldeep Singh said […]
Special flight carrying Maharashtra students stuck in Manipur to reach Mumbai on Monday evening
: A special flight carrying students from Maharashtra who are stranded in violence-hit Manipur, will reach Mumbai on Monday evening. The flight will leave Guwahati around 4.30 pm for Mumbai, according to Maharashtra Chief Minister’s office. The flight is expected to land in Mumbai at 6.30 pm. The students are […]
Assam Rifles rescues NHIDCL employees stranded in violence-ravaged Manipur
Assam Rifles has successfully rescued 188 employees of National Highways & Infrastructure Development Corporation Limited (NHIDCL) stranded in violence-hit Manipur and shifted them to safer places in Mizoram, an official statement said As per the Assam Rifles’ press release on Saturday, the NHIDCL has requested the paramilitary force to assist in […]
Manipur students clash in Delhi University area, situation under control, say police
Even with tension reportedly deescalating in Manipur, violence reached Delhi with a group of Kuki students residing in Delhi University North Campus area alleging that they were attacked by a group of Meiteis on Thursday night. The following day, on Friday, the students claimed they tried to register an FIR […]
Manipur situation improved after security forces intervention says DGP
The situation in violence-hit Manipur has improved after the intervention of security forces, according to the State’s Director General of Police P Doungel. While talking to ANI, Doungel said, “Because of the security forces, the situation has improved and we have received strict orders that must not spare those who […]
Meghalaya assisting evacuation of its citizens from Manipur
Amid ongoing violence in Manipur, the Meghalaya government said it is taking all possible measures in evacuating its citizens, including students. With the use of special flights, Meghalaya is bringing its stranded people from Manipur, including 60 students, and 25 members of the Lajong football team, among others. The Meghalaya government, in […]
Amit Shah cancels Karnataka poll campaign; to closely monitor situation in violence-hit Manipur
Union Home Minister Amit Shah has cancelled all his programmes for the upcoming assembly elections in Karnataka in the wake of clashes reported in parts of Manipur, sources said. According to the sources, Shah who is closely monitoring the situation in Manipur, is expected to continue to hold meetings with […]
Amit Shah speaks to Manipur CM Biren Singh over violence in State
Union Home Minister Amit Shah spoke to Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh and took stock of the situation in the State where law and order was disrupted after tribal groups took out rallies in several districts, sources said on Thursday. In the telephonic conversation with Manipur Chief Minister, the […]
Section 144 imposed, internet suspended as mob torches Manipur CM’s event venue ahead of his visit
A mob allegedly torched the venue of Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh at New Lamka in Churachandpur district on Thursday night, ahead of his visit to the area, prompting the district administration to issue prohibitory orders, including suspension of internet services. CM Biren Singh was to inaugurate an open […]
Manipur: Assam Rifles assist villagers douse fire at sawmill in Kamjong district
Assam Rifles personnel from Kasong post of Shangshak Battalion under the aegis of HQ IGAR (South) assisted locals of Nambashi Khunou village in dousing a fire that broke out at a sawmill on Friday at Kamjong district of Manipur, an official statement said. On Friday at 10:30 am, villagers approached […]
Women Action for Development playing pivotal role in empowering Manipur women
Considering their contribution to economic activities and excellence in diverse fields, including sports, people across the country take pride in the women in Manipur. People should visit the Ima Market, the biggest women’s market in Asia and the smaller women’s markets in different districts of the State to see how […]
Manipur’s mighty monarchs: Fierce resistance against Mughal invaders
In the state of Manipur lies a history steeped in battles, courage, and the indomitable spirit of its rulers. As a landlocked region, Manipur has seen its fair share of challenges. Yet, its people have long fought to protect their sovereignty, and their story is one that deserves recognition. The […]
Manipur: Blast rocks Imphal, no casualty reported
An explosive device went off at a fashion show venue in Manipur’s Imphal East district on Saturday morning, the police said. The incident took place in the Hapta Kangjeibung area of the Imphal East district. Imphal East SP Maharabam Pradip Singh said that the blast occurred at around 6.00 am on […]
Manipur: Brown sugar worth Rs 1.05 cr seized in Chandel
Thwarting a drug smuggling attempt, Assam Rifles seized nearly 12 packets each of 525 grams of Brown Sugar drugs worth Rs 1.05 crores from Khudengthabi in Chandel districts of Manipur on Saturday, as per an official statement. Based on intelligence input, the Tengnoupal Battalion of Headquarter 21 Sector Assam Rifles under the aegis of Headquarter Inspector General Assam Rifles(South) […]