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Manipur is grappling with an alarming environmental challenge as more than half of its natural hill springs have either dried up or are on the verge of disappearing, raising serious concerns over water security and ecological balance in the state. Official data indicate that nearly 52 per cent of springs in Manipur’s hill districts are…
Manipur Police have arrested four persons, including the husband and mother-in-law of a young housewife, in connection with the suspicious death of a 27-year-old woman in Imphal West district, officials confirmed. The deceased has been identified as Khaidem (Ongbi Chanambam) Chaoba Devi, a resident of Thiyam Leishangkhong under Wangoi Police Station. She was found dead…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, during the December 28 edition of his monthly radio programme Mann Ki Baat, highlighted the inspiring journeys of women entrepreneurs from Manipur, underscoring the transformative power of blending traditional knowledge with a modern entrepreneurial outlook. The Prime Minister said Mann Ki Baat provides a platform to showcase individuals who are strengthening…
In a major crackdown on drug trafficking, Manipur Police and Assam Rifles have arrested two alleged smugglers in separate anti-narcotics operations, seizing a large quantity of contraband drugs with an estimated market value of over ₹40 crore, officials said on Saturday. In the first operation, the Anti-Narcotics Task Force (ANTF) of Manipur Police arrested Singamayum…
Manipur Police have arrested a young man in connection with an alleged attempt to incite communal disharmony through social media, officials said on Saturday. The arrest was made by the cybercrime unit of Imphal East district as part of ongoing efforts to curb the misuse of online platforms to spread hatred and unrest. The accused…
A shocking incident of drunk driving was reported from Bengaluru on Christmas Eve, where a Hyundai Creta allegedly dragged a Royal Enfield motorcycle for nearly 500 metres after a collision on the Ring Road. The biker sustained injuries in the accident, while the driver was later assaulted by members of the public and handed over…
A devastating fire broke out in the early hours of Thursday, completely gutting a grocery shop and causing heavy financial losses in Manipur’s Imphal East district, officials said. The blaze reduced the shop to ashes and destroyed cash worth approximately ₹1 lakh, along with groceries and other essential items. The incident occurred at around 3:00…
Two men, including a bank employee, have been arrested for allegedly raping a 13-year-old girl after forcing her to consume alcohol in outer north Delhi, police said on Thursday. According to officials, the incident occurred on December 20 in the Raja Vihar area. The accused— identified as Rishabh, a bank employee, and Narottam, a local…
Manipur Police, in coordination with State Excise officials, seized a huge consignment of Indian Made Foreign Liquor (IMFL) amounting to 86,280 litres from the Sugnu area of Kakching district. One alleged liquor smuggler was arrested in connection with the case, police said on Thursday. According to officials, the illegal consignment was being transported from Silchar…
Manipur Police, in coordination with central security forces, have dismantled an inter-state drug trafficking operation with the arrest of an alleged smuggler from Assam and the seizure of a large consignment of illicit narcotics valued at approximately ₹18.6 crore. According to a police bulletin issued on Thursday, a joint team comprising Manipur Police, CRPF and…