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22 Oct

Gadkari and Singh collaborate to enhance Northeast Highway connectivity

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Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh held discussions with Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways, Nitin Gadkari, to expedite ongoing highway projects in the state. The talks, which took place during the National Highway Projects Review Meeting for the Northeast, focused on addressing challenges and ensuring swift progress. Singh announced that new infrastructure projects would soon be launched to further boost connectivity across the region. "Engaged in a productive discussion with Hon'ble Union Minister Shri Nitin Gadkari Ji to address challenges and accelerate the progress of ongoing highway projects in Manipur," Singh shared via X, highlighting the importance of…

21 Oct

Security forces mobilize after farmhouse arson in Nungkhal

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Two vacant farmhouses owned by L. Somorendro, the head of Hilghat Gram Panchayat, were set ablaze by suspected militants in the Nungkhal area of Jiribam district late Saturday night. According to police reports, security forces quickly secured the area and launched an investigation to identify the culprits and uncover the motive behind the arson attack. Authorities have yet to release further details. The incident follows an earlier assault by militants on a nearby village, where explosives were detonated near Borobekra police station early Saturday morning, sparking a gunfight with security personnel.

19 Oct

Arson attack on Jiribam school sparks outrage

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The Blooming Flower Children’s Foundation School in Kalinagar Hmar Veng was set ablaze by unidentified miscreants in the early hours of October 18, causing extensive damage to the institution. The arson attack occurred around 4:10 a.m. and has left the local community in dismay, although no casualties have been reported. Founded in 1997 by Rev. Benjamin Shakum, the school has long been a cornerstone of education in the region, known for its impressive academic results and its commitment to welcoming students from all communities. “I am deeply saddened that my school, which welcomed students from all communities, was targeted in…

17 Oct

UCO Bank in Kakching hit by armed robbery, ₹6.5 lakh stolen

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A lone gunman looted the UCO Bank's Kakching branch in Manipur during closing hours on Wednesday, October 16, making off with Rs 6.5 lakh in cash. The audacious robbery left bank staff and customers in shock. According to the branch manager, the assailant entered the bank wearing a mask and wielding a firearm. He swiftly confiscated the mobile phones of everyone present, preventing them from seeking immediate help. Within minutes, the robber emptied the cash counter and fled with Rs 6.49 lakh. Local police were alerted soon after, launching a search operation to catch the suspect. Authorities are currently reviewing…

16 Oct

Accused in SDC Kumbi Office attack remanded to police custody

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Manipur Police have arrested three individuals in connection with the arson attack on the SDC Kumbi office on September 26, 2024. The accused, identified as Moirangthem Ajaykumar (22), Wahengbam Prabhakar (27), and Khumanthem Jesper (23), have been remanded into police custody for four days, as authorities continue their efforts to apprehend other suspects. Security forces have ramped up search operations in vulnerable areas across the hill and valley districts. During a raid in Leirongthel Pitra Uyok Ching, Thoubal District, security personnel recovered several weapons and ammunition, including AK and SLR rifles, hand grenades, and detonators. To ensure the safe passage…

16 Oct

Kuki and Meitei legislators meet amid ongoing crisis

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The Manipur Congress has welcomed the recent talks held between Meitei and Kuki legislators in Delhi, aimed at resolving the ethnic crisis that has gripped the state for 17 months. However, the party questioned the absence of Chief Minister N Biren Singh and Union Home Minister Amit Shah, noting that their presence was crucial for a comprehensive solution. Manipur Congress President K Meghachandra expressed disappointment, stating, "We appreciate the initiative, but this meeting should have been convened much earlier to save lives. The absence of CM Biren Singh and Amit Shah undermines the gravity of the discussions." The talks, organized…

15 Oct

Police nab militants linked to extortion cases

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Security forces in Manipur arrested seven militants from the banned Kangleipak Communist Party (Nongdrenkhomba) in connection with extortion cases in Imphal West district on Monday, police confirmed. Superintendent of Police Ksh Shivakanta Singh revealed that based on credible intelligence, a search operation was carried out in Langol Game village, leading to the arrest of the seven individuals, including one woman. Those arrested were identified as L. Alin (26), K. Rohit Singh (23), Sanju W. (20), P. Thoiba (26), W. Hero (21), Y. Bikash (23), and Henthoibi M. (41). During the operation, security personnel recovered two four-wheelers, one two-wheeler, two pistols,…

15 Oct

Manipur’s MLAs gather for peaceful dialogue in Delhi

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For the first time since ethnic violence erupted in Manipur last year, MLAs from the Meitei, Kuki, and Naga communities are set to meet in a joint session in New Delhi on Tuesday. The meeting, organized under the supervision of the Union Home Ministry, aims to foster dialogue and seek a resolution to the ongoing conflict, officials said. While the exact number of Meitei and Kuki legislators attending remains unclear, three Naga MLAs—Awangbou Newmai, L. Dikho, and Ram Muivah—have confirmed their participation. All three are members of the Naga People's Front (NPF), an ally of the ruling BJP in Manipur.…

07 Oct

MMTU threatens legal action over Kuki-Zo ST status

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The Meetei (Meitei) Tribe Union (MMTU) has escalated its ongoing dispute with the Kuki-Zo community, threatening to approach the Supreme Court over what they allege is the illegal granting of Scheduled Tribe (ST) status to the latter. The MMTU claims that the Kuki-Zo community entered India without valid immigration and has urged for their ST status to be revoked. Takhellambam Parijat Singh, the organisational secretary of MMTU, expressed concern regarding the inclusion of immigrants from Myanmar on India's voters' and ST lists, describing this action as unconstitutional and a violation of the Foreigners' Act of 1946. The group voiced apprehensions…

05 Oct

10 acres of suspected poppy plants cleared in Manipur

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The Manipur Police, in collaboration with local authorities from Kuilong and Kadi IV villages, successfully destroyed approximately 10 acres of suspected poppy nursery plants in Tamenglong district. The operation, which spanned from September 27 to October 3, focused on eradicating poppy plantations in Kuilong Part 2 and Kadi IV villages, under the jurisdiction of Tamei Police Station. During the operation, around 4-5 acres in Kuilong Part 2 and 5-6 acres in Kadi IV were cleared, revealing the suspected illegal cultivation believed to be the work of unknown individuals. The successful operation stemmed from a coordinated effort between local authorities and…