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Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh arrived in Jiribam district on April 5, marking his first road journey to the region since ethnic tensions escalated in the state. First Road Visit Amid Security Concerns The Chief Minister is on a three-day visit, accompanied by: • Eight BJP MLAs Members of the Delegation The delegation included: • A. Sharda Devi – BJP Manipur President…
In a continued crackdown on insurgent activities, Manipur Police and security forces arrested four members of valley-based insurgent groups during a joint operation in Moreh. Arrests in Yangoubung Village The operation was carried out on April 2 at Yangoubung village under Moreh Police Station in Tengnoupal district, a strategically sensitive area along the Indo-Myanmar border. The arrested individuals have…
Imphal: In a significant counter-insurgency operation, security forces carried out coordinated raids across multiple districts of Manipur, dismantling insurgent infrastructure and recovering a large cache of arms and explosives. Multi-District Crackdown The operations were conducted in different sensitive locations, including Churachandpur, Bishnupur district, and Imphal East district, reflecting an intensified effort to curb militant activities in both hill and…
A tense land-related conflict in Manipur’s Noney district has turned violent, with a tribal woman sustaining a gunshot injury during a dispute within a local clan. Incident Details The incident took place in the Khoupum sub-division, where tensions escalated among members of the Riamei clan over a controversial land ownership issue. • The dispute began after a village head…
In a strong expression of dissatisfaction, internally displaced persons (IDPs) from Ekou village have returned ₹24 lakh in cash to authorities, rejecting government assistance meant for rebuilding their homes. Protest and Return of Funds The displaced residents, currently living in relief camps at Sajiwa and Sawombung, marched to a government office and handed over the amount to the Sawombung Junior Block Development…
The expansion of aviation infrastructure in Manipur has received a major boost, with the new cargo terminal at Imphal International Airport set to become operational by April 30, 2026. Project Progress and Review The progress of the New Integrated Terminal Building (NITB) and associated infrastructure was recently reviewed by Anurag Bajpai, Additional Chief Secretary (Transport & TCI), during a high-level meeting…
Imphal, March 27: Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh has welcomed the Centre’s decision to reduce ₹10 per litre in central excise duty on petrol and diesel, stating that the move reflects a strong commitment to easing the financial burden on households. Key Highlights of the Decision • ₹10 per litre reduction in central excise duty on petrol and diesel for…
In a major counter-insurgency and stabilization effort, security forces dismantled 58 illegally constructed bunkers across parts of Ukhrul district and Kamjong district, aiming to reduce violence and restore normalcy in the region. Coordinated Security Operation The operation was carried out jointly by: • The 8 Bihar Regiment • Manipur Police • Central Armed Police Forces (Central Armed Police Forces) Officials stated…
A serious controversy has emerged in Churachandpur district, where a social activist has accused authorities of diverting essential food supplies meant for internally displaced persons (IDPs). Allegations Raised by Activist Social activist and advocate Seilienmang Haokip addressed the media at the KIC complex and made strong allegations regarding large-scale irregularities in the distribution of government food supplies. He claimed that: •…
A bomb explosion occurred late Tuesday night at the residence of a Congress leader in Imphal, triggering fresh concerns over law and order in the state capital. Incident Details According to officials, unidentified miscreants detonated an explosive device at the residential gate of Toijam Lokendro Singh, who serves as Chairman of the Labour Department of the Manipur Pradesh Congress…