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Manipur’s Vanishing Forests: A Wake-Up Call from the Skies Summary of the News A recent study by space analytics firm Suhora has revealed that Manipur lost approximately 52,000 acres of forest between 2021 and 2025. Utilizing high-resolution satellite imagery and advanced geospatial intelligence, the study identified a combination of anthropogenic and environmental factors contributing to…
News Summary On June 5, 2025, in celebration of World Environment Day, three prominent organizations in Manipur—the All Manipur United Clubs’ Organization (AMUCO), Manipuri Students’ Federation (MSF), and Thangmeiband United Club—initiated a significant reforestation effort. They planted approximately 300 saplings around the Cheiraoching foothills in Thangmeiband, Imphal West district. This initiative is part of a…
News Summary In early June 2025, Manipur faced devastating flash floods that affected over 1.6 lakh people and damaged more than 35,000 houses. The floods, triggered by relentless monsoon rains, led to widespread displacement and significant infrastructural damage. Relief efforts are underway, with authorities setting up camps and providing essential aid to the affected populations…
News Summary In early June 2025, relentless monsoon rains have led to severe flooding across Manipur, causing widespread power outages, particularly in Imphal East and several hill districts. Submerged power stations, substations, and transmission lines have forced the Manipur State Power Company Limited (MSPCL) to shut down electricity in affected areas to prevent accidents. Restoration…
Short Summary In a heart-wrenching incident, the body of 55-year-old Takhellambam Ibochouba, affectionately known as Nongban, was recovered from the Abulok riverbed in Lairenkabi village, Imphal West district, Manipur. Ibochouba had gone missing on Sunday after being swept away by the swollen river, which had overflowed due to continuous heavy rainfall. His body was discovered…
News Summary In early June 2025, Manipur faced devastating flash floods triggered by overflowing rivers and breached embankments. The calamity impacted over 56,000 residents and damaged approximately 10,477 homes across the state. While water levels have begun to recede, the disaster has left a trail of destruction, highlighting the urgent need for improved flood management…
Quick Summary: Schools Shut in Senapati Due to Floods In response to relentless rainfall and escalating flood conditions, authorities in Manipur’s Senapati district have ordered the temporary closure of all schools under the Senapati Sub-Division on June 2 and 3, 2025. The decision, enacted under the Disaster Management Act, 2005, aims to safeguard students and…
Quick Summary: Manipur Floods 2025 In the past 48 hours, Manipur has faced relentless heavy rainfall, leading to severe flooding and multiple landslides across the state. As of May 31, 2025, approximately 3,802 individuals have been affected, and 883 houses have sustained damage. The most impacted areas include Imphal East, particularly Khurai, Heingang, and Checkon,…
Quick Summary Torrential monsoon rains have wreaked havoc across Northeast India, leading to devastating floods and landslides. Over the past 48 hours, more than 30 lives have been lost, and thousands have been displaced in states like Assam, Arunachal Pradesh, Manipur, and Mizoram. The relentless downpour, attributed to a depression over Bangladesh and adjoining Meghalaya,…
News Summary On May 31, 2025, heavy rains led to the collapse of a crucial reinforced concrete bridge over the Senapati River in Manipur’s Senapati district. This disaster has left approximately 30,000 to 40,000 residents, primarily from the Naga community, stranded without proper transport access. The flooding, which began on May 25, also swept away…