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Summary Security forces in Manipur have ramped up combing and cordon-and-search operations statewide, leading to the arrest of 11 militants linked to multiple underground outfits. In a Thursday raid in Lamding Khumanthem Leikai, Thoubal district, four members of the KCP (MFL)—identified as Ningthoujam Amitra Singh alias Avatar, Phairembam Manglemnganba Meitei alias Pibarel, Chesaba Umar Ali,…
News Summary On May 8, 2025, a foreign-origin drone was discovered atop a house in Kuripatti, Sribhumi district, Assam, approximately 100 meters from the India-Bangladesh border. Local residents alerted authorities, leading to the seizure of the unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) by Assam Police. A forensic examination is underway to determine the drone’s origin, flight path,…
News Summary On May 8, 2025, Manipur Police arrested two individuals affiliated with proscribed militant outfits for their involvement in extortion activities in Imphal West district. The arrests were part of a series of intelligence-led operations aimed at curbing illegal activities and restoring peace in the region. The apprehended militants were found to be threatening…
News Summary On May 8, 2025, the District Administration of Kangpokpi in Manipur, in collaboration with the District Child Protection Unit, initiated a comprehensive awareness campaign against child marriage. This initiative aims to educate communities about the legal implications and social consequences of child marriage, emphasizing the importance of adhering to the Prohibition of Child…
News Summary On May 8, 2025, Manipur Police arrested two individuals in Thoubal district for allegedly selling duplicate SIM cards without adhering to mandatory Know Your Customer (KYC) norms. The arrests followed intelligence inputs received by the Cyber Crime Police, indicating that SIM cards were being sold without valid identity verification. During the raids, authorities…
News Summary On May 6, 2025, the Kuki Inpi Manipur (KIM), the apex body representing the Kuki tribes in Manipur, vehemently opposed the proposed “Chalo Manipur” march, allegedly supported by the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) and its affiliates. KIM described the march as “provocative, deceptive, and dangerous,” warning that such mobilization could destabilize the region…
Summary: 11 Naga Tribes Submit Charter of Demands to Manipur Governor On May 8, 2025, during his inaugural visit to Chandel district, Manipur Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla received a memorandum from the Chandel Naga People’s Organisation (CNPO), representing 11 Naga tribes. The charter outlined urgent needs in healthcare, food security, water supply, eco-tourism, and cultural…
News Summary The United Naga Council (UNC) is set to host the four-day ‘Naga Conclave-2’ starting May 7, 2025, in Senapati district, Manipur. Supported by the Naga Women Union (NWU) and the All Naga Students’ Association, Manipur (ANSAM), the event revolves around the theme “Critiquing Grand Narratives.” The conclave will feature sessions led by scholars,…
News Summary On May 7, 2025, India launched “Operation Sindoor,” a coordinated military operation targeting nine terror camps in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK). This action was in direct retaliation for the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir, where 26 civilians, including Indian and Nepali nationals, were killed. The Indian Armed Forces…
Summary of the News Article Northeast India, a region known for its rich cultural heritage and strategic significance, is increasingly becoming a focal point of concern due to escalating security challenges. The porous borders with Myanmar and Bangladesh have facilitated the influx of narcotics and arms, turning states like Manipur and Mizoram into transit hubs…