Man Arrested for Scissor Attack in Crowded Imphal Market: A Wake-Up Call on Public Safety
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Man Arrested for Scissor Attack in Crowded Imphal Market: A Wake-Up Call on Public Safety

Quick Summary On May 5, 2025, a 29-year-old man named Khuraijam Davish Singh was arrested for stabbing a 41-year-old woman, Ningthoujam Bebe Devi, in the neck with a pair of scissors at the bustling Paona Bazar in Imphal, Manipur. The incident occurred around 10 a.m. following a quarrel between the two. Bebe Devi was promptly…

Manipur Police Arrest Accused in Sexual Assault and Murder of 9-Year-Old in Churachandpur
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Manipur Police Arrest Accused in Sexual Assault and Murder of 9-Year-Old in Churachandpur

Quick Summary On May 1, 2025, Manipur Police arrested a suspect in connection with the sexual assault and murder of a 9-year-old girl in Lanva TD Block, Lingsiphai, Churachandpur district. The case, registered at the Women Police Station in Churachandpur, prompted a high-priority investigation involving multiple agencies. The probe included forensic examinations, analysis of mobile…

Manipur 24-Hour Strike Called Over Alleged Custodial Death of Youth
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Manipur 24-Hour Strike Called Over Alleged Custodial Death of Youth

News Summary A 24-hour strike has been called in Manipur following the alleged custodial death of a youth. The incident has sparked widespread outrage, with various organizations and community members demanding justice and accountability. The strike has led to disruptions in daily life, highlighting the community’s deep concern over the incident.​ Understanding the Incident: A…

Manipur: Curfew Lifted in Churachandpur After Tensions Ease
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Manipur: Curfew Lifted in Churachandpur After Tensions Ease

Short Summary On April 16, 2025, authorities in Manipur lifted the curfew in Churachandpur district, initially imposed following tensions between the Zomi and Hmar communities on April 8. The curfew, enforced under Section 163 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), 2023, aimed to maintain law and order. Its early lifting reflects an improved situation,…

Churachandpur District Hospital Faces Disruptions After Mob Attack

Churachandpur District Hospital Faces Disruptions After Mob Attack

Summary of the Incident: On February 15, 2024, Churachandpur District in Manipur experienced significant unrest when a mob stormed the government complex housing the offices of the Superintendent of Police (SP) and Deputy Commissioner (DC). This violent outbreak resulted in the death of one individual and injuries to several others. The assault led to substantial…

BJP Demands Safe Release of Abducted Family Members in Manipur
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BJP Demands Safe Release of Abducted Family Members in Manipur

Summary The BJP in Manipur is urgently calling for the release of six family members, including women and children, allegedly abducted by militants in Jiribam. The party’s state president, Sharda Devi, condemned the act and appealed for their safe return, emphasizing humanitarian concerns. Civil society groups have also demanded swift government intervention, warning of intensified…

Naga Groups Condemn Farmer Attack, Implement Road Blockade in Manipur
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Naga Groups Condemn Farmer Attack, Implement Road Blockade in Manipur

Summary Naga organizations in Manipur have condemned a recent attack on a Naga farmer, Kanshok Horam, allegedly by Kuki militants in Imphal East. In response, groups like the Southern Tangkhul Students’ Union and Tangkhul Naga Valley Students’ Association announced an indefinite blockade on the Ukhrul-Imphal road. They emphasized the importance of community unity against violence…

Hospital Director in Manipur Shot Amid Rising Tensions

Hospital Director in Manipur Shot Amid Rising Tensions

Summary In Imphal, Dr. Moirangthem Dhanabir, managing director of the Diabetes Hospital and Research Centre, was shot and injured by armed assailants outside his hospital. This attack follows previous threats and bomb incidents linked to underground groups and financial disputes. Dr. Dhanabir, who sustained an arm injury, was immediately taken to a nearby hospital. Authorities…

Violence in Manipur: A Community in Mourning
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Violence in Manipur: A Community in Mourning

Summary of the Article In Manipur’s Bishnupur district, a recent militant attack claimed the life of a 34-year-old woman, Sapam Sophia, while she was working in a paddy field. This tragic incident, allegedly involving Kuki militants, has spurred grief and anger among local communities, prompting demands for justice. Local authorities, including MLA S Premchandra, have…

Manipur: Man Injured in Fresh Firing Incident in Bishnupur

Manipur: Man Injured in Fresh Firing Incident in Bishnupur

Summary In Manipur’s Bishnupur district, a 25-year-old man, Khwairakpam Amarjit, was shot and injured on November 6, 2024, by unknown attackers along the Ningthoukhong to ITI road. He sustained a gunshot wound near his collarbone and is currently receiving medical treatment in Imphal. Although police have initiated a case, the motivation behind the incident remains…