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Imphal, July 19: Security forces arrested a suspected drug trafficker and seized 6.2 kilograms of crystal methamphetamine (ICE), estimated to be worth around ₹60 crore in the international illicit market, during an anti-narcotics operation in Manipur. The operation was carried out in the Khuman Lampak area of Imphal, where security personnel apprehended Md. Yusub (41), also known by the aliases Kaki and Jakir. He is…
Sriharikota, July 18: India achieved a historic milestone in its space journey as Skyroot Aerospace’s Vikram-1 successfully lifted off from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre (SDSC), Sriharikota, becoming the country’s first privately developed orbital-class rocket to attempt a mission to space. The landmark mission, named “Aagaman”, marks the formal entry of India’s private space industry into the global orbital launch market, opening…
Imphal, July 16: Petroleum transporters and passenger vehicle operators in Manipur have urged the state government to take immediate action against alleged extortion along National Highway-37 (Imphal–Jiribam route), warning that the transportation of fuel and LPG could be suspended if the issue is not resolved by July 30. A joint memorandum submitted to Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh on July 15 by…
Imphal, July 15: Representatives of the Tamil Sangam, Gorkha Sena, and Manipuri Muslim Councilon Tuesday met Manipur Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla, urging immediate intervention to restore the supply of essential commodities, medicines, and healthcare services to the border town of Moreh. The delegation submitted a memorandum at Raj Bhavan highlighting the growing humanitarian concerns in Moreh, stating that…
Senapati, July 15: Tension gripped Manipur’s Senapati district on Tuesday night after a protest outside an Assam Rifles Company Operating Base (COB) turned violent, resulting in vehicles being torched, a truck being overturned, and security forces reportedly using tear gas to disperse the crowd. The unrest began after messages circulated on social media claiming that a confrontation had taken place…
Imphal, July 14: Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh chaired a high-level review meeting with officials of the Fisheries Department on July 13 to assess the state’s progress in strengthening indigenous fish production and reducing dependence on imported fish. The meeting focused on expanding sustainable aquaculture, improving fish production, and enhancing the livelihoods of fishing communities as part…
Imphal, July 14: The proposed Imphal Ring Road (IRR) Project, one of Manipur’s largest planned infrastructure initiatives, has reportedly encountered a major financial setback after the Asian Development Bank (ADB) withheld funding, raising concerns over the future of the project. According to sources, the ADB is reassessing its financial commitment following alleged irregularities and delays in the implementation of…
Imphal, July 13: Former Manipur Police Service (MPS) officer and noted anti-drug campaigner Thounaojam Brinda has officially joined the Indian National Congress, marking a significant political development ahead of the 2027 Manipur Assembly elections. Alongside 10 other prominent personalities, Brinda was inducted into the party during a programme held in Imphal. At the event, Brinda also formally declared her intention…
Imphal, July 12: Continuous rainfall has triggered fresh landslides along the Tadubi–Ukhrul section of National Highway-102A (NH-102A) in Manipur, bringing traffic to a complete halt and further delaying the reopening of the key highway. The highway, which has remained closed since June 27 for blacktopping and maintenance work, has suffered repeated mudslides near Vaorei, disrupting restoration efforts and leaving commuters and…
Imphal, July 12: Manipur Police, working in coordination with Haryana Police, arrested an alleged interstate drug trafficker in Churachandpur and recovered ₹29.42 lakh suspected to be proceeds from narcotics trafficking. In separate anti-drug operations across the state, security forces also seized over 5.148 kg of suspected brown sugar valued at approximately ₹5 crore and arrested three individuals for allegedly possessing…