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Ukhrul, June 9: The Katho Katamnao Long (KKL), a prominent Tangkhul youth organisation operating in Manipur’s Ukhrul and Kamjong districts, has declared an indefinite blockade on vehicular movement along highways within its area of influence. The decision comes in the wake of allegations that personnel of the 40th Assam Rifles used excessive force against protesters…
Imphal, June 8: Thousands of residents from different parts of Manipur took part in a large-scale rally in Imphal on Sunday, demanding the implementation and updation of the National Register of Citizens (NRC) before the conduct of the forthcoming census in the state. The demonstration was organized by a joint platform of 14 civil society…
Imphal, Manipur: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has officially nominated senior party leader Adhikarimayum (A.) Sarda Devi as its candidate for the upcoming Rajya Sabha election from Manipur. She filed her nomination papers on June 8 at the Manipur Legislative Assembly Secretariat. Sarda Devi submitted her nomination before the Returning Officer in the presence of Manipur…
Ukhrul, Manipur: Several Katho community organisations have strongly opposed the establishment of a temporary Assam Rifles outpost at New Heaven in Ukhrul district, alleging that the deployment was carried out without the knowledge or consent of the concerned village authority. The opposition was jointly expressed by the Katho Katamnao Long (Katho Students’ Union), Katho Long, and…
Manipur’s promising middle-distance runner Huidrom Bhumeswori has been selected to represent India at the Asian Under-23 Athletics Championship 2026, set to be held in Ordos, China, from July 9 to 12. Bhumeswori has been included in the 54-member Indian athletics contingent and will compete in the women’s 800m and 1500m events, highlighting her growing stature…
Residents of Kiyamgei Muslim Leikai in Manipur’s Imphal East district were left shaken after a grenade explosion damaged property during the early hours of Saturday, officials said. According to reports, the incident occurred around 1:15 a.m. within the jurisdiction of Irilbung Police Station when an explosive device landed inside the compound of a local resident….
Kangpokpi, Manipur: Fresh violence was reported in Manipur’s Kangpokpi district in the early hours of the morning after an alleged armed attack at Loibol Khullen village left three people dead and several others injured, according to local reports. The incident reportedly occurred at around 4:00 am when members of the Kuki Liberation Army (KLA) allegedly…
A tragic anti-drug operation in Manipur claimed the life of a police officer on Wednesday night, while a separate enforcement drive led to the arrest of a suspected drug dealer and the seizure of banned pharmaceutical capsules in Thoubal district. According to officials, Head Constable Khoirom Suresh, attached to the Manipur Police commando unit in Thoubal district, was fatally…
A devastating fire at a restaurant in Malviya Nagar claimed at least 21 lives on Wednesday, making it one of the deadliest fire incidents reported in the national capital in recent years. The blaze broke out at the Lemon Green Restaurant, triggering a massive emergency response involving firefighters, police personnel, and disaster management teams. Several eyewitnesses alleged…
Manipuri cinema achieved a significant international milestone as the acclaimed film Boong secured three prestigious awards at the 2026 New York Indian Film Festival, further highlighting the growing global recognition of regional Indian cinema. At the festival’s closing ceremony, young actor Gugun Kipgen received the Best Child Actor award for his outstanding performance in the film. Director Lakshmipriya Devi was honoured with…