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Summary The 134th edition of the Durand Cup—India’s oldest football tournament—makes a much-anticipated comeback to Imphal, kicking off at the newly restored Khuman Lampak Main Stadium on July 30, 2025. Following the devastation of last year’s floods, the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports has completed extensive renovations, symbolizing the region’s resilience. Four teams—local rivals…
Short Summary of the News Heavy monsoon rains hit Manipur’s Churachandpur district starting the afternoon of July 8, 2025, and continued through July 9. This triggered overflowing of the Lanva River—submerging villages between Pearsonmun and Mualkoi—and the Tuitha (Khuga) River, inundating 115 homes across Neihsial Veng, Kerith, Zoumunuam, PCI Colony, New Zouveng, and Nazareth. Key…
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…
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 On May 31, 2025, the Manipur government issued an urgent flood advisory in response to severe flooding and landslides caused by relentless rainfall. The advisory, released by the Directorate of Information and Public Relations (DIPR), highlighted the inundation of numerous homes, offices, and institutions due to breaches in riverbanks. Residents were urged to…
News Summary Around 100 internally displaced persons (IDPs) who fled Haotak Pampha Khunou in Manipur’s Bishnupur district after a violent attack on 10 January 2024 finally returned home on 19 May 2025. A “home-coming” ceremony—arranged by local MLA Sanasam Premchandra and the BJP Kumbi Mandal—welcomed them back. Villagers say a stronger deployment of central security…
News Summary In a significant move, the High-Level Committee (HLC) chaired by Union Home Minister Amit Shah has sanctioned an additional ₹153.36 crore in central assistance for Manipur. This aid, approved under the National Disaster Response Fund (NDRF), aims to support the state’s recovery efforts following the devastating hailstorm that struck earlier in 2024. The…
News Summary On April 23, 2025, a devastating arson attack struck the villages of Gampal and Haiyang in Manipur’s Kamjong district. Unidentified miscreants set fire to multiple homes around 9:00 AM, leading to significant property damage and heightened tensions in the region. In response, the District Magistrate imposed an indefinite curfew starting at 2:00 PM…