Assam Rifles Convoy Ambush in Manipur — Two Detained, Van Seized
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Assam Rifles Convoy Ambush in Manipur — Two Detained, Van Seized

Two people were detained and a van — suspected to have been used in the ambush — was recovered near Mutum Yangbi, roughly 12 km from the site of an attack on an Assam Rifles convoy that left two soldiers dead and five injured. The ambush occurred near Nambol Sabal Leikai when a Tata 407…

Manipur Governor Participates In PM-KISAN 20th Instalment Laaunch; Over ₹18 Crore Disbursed To 74,963 Farmers
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Manipur Governor Participates In PM-KISAN 20th Instalment Laaunch; Over ₹18 Crore Disbursed To 74,963 Farmers

Summary In a brief overview, Manipur Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla participated in the launch of the 20th instalment of the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN) scheme for the state, during which a total of ₹18,09,88,000 was disbursed directly to the bank accounts of 74,963 eligible farmers in Manipur. Introduction Ever wondered how a small…

Kuki-Zo CSOs in Manipur’s Moreh Wary Over Arrests, Submit Memorandum to Governor
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Kuki-Zo CSOs in Manipur’s Moreh Wary Over Arrests, Submit Memorandum to Governor

Quick Summary On June 7, 2025, Kuki-Zo Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) in Moreh, Manipur, expressed deep concerns over the arrest of Kamginthang Gangte, a Suspension of Operations (SoO) cadre. They submitted a memorandum to Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla, facilitated by Tengnoupal MLA Letpao Haokip, alleging unfair treatment of Kuki-Zo leaders by central agencies. The CSOs…

Manipur’s Political Landscape Shifts: NDA MLAs Stake Claim to Form New Government
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Manipur’s Political Landscape Shifts: NDA MLAs Stake Claim to Form New Government

Summary of the News Article On May 28, 2025, a delegation of 10 MLAs, including 8 from the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), one from the National People’s Party (NPP), and one Independent, met with Manipur Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla at Raj Bhavan in Imphal. They submitted a document signed by 22 MLAs affiliated with the…

“Failed Miserably…”: Cong Slams Amit Shah After Manipur Governor Escapes Protesters via Chopper
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“Failed Miserably…”: Cong Slams Amit Shah After Manipur Governor Escapes Protesters via Chopper

Manipur in Turmoil: Governor’s Helicopter Escape Sparks Political Uproar Quick Summary On May 26, 2025, Manipur Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla resorted to an Army helicopter to travel a mere 300 meters from Imphal Airport to Raj Bhavan, circumventing large-scale protests. The demonstrations erupted after central forces removed the “Manipur State” signage from a journalist transport…

COCOMI to Meet MHA Over Manipur Crisis; Condemns Use of Tear Gas on Protesters
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COCOMI to Meet MHA Over Manipur Crisis; Condemns Use of Tear Gas on Protesters

Summary of the Incident On May 25, 2025, the Coordinating Committee on Manipur Integrity (COCOMI) announced its plan to meet with the Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) on May 27 to address the escalating crisis in Manipur. This decision follows a recent incident in Imphal where security forces allegedly used tear gas and mock…

Manipur Protests Erupt Over Governor’sSilence:Identity, Outrage, and the Road Ahead
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Manipur Protests Erupt Over Governor’sSilence:Identity, Outrage, and the Road Ahead

Summary of the Incident On May 25, 2025, Manipur witnessed a significant escalation in civil unrest as thousands of women, led by the Coordinating Committee on Manipur Integrity (COCOMI), marched towards the Raj Bhavan in Imphal. Their demand was clear: a public apology from Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla for the May 20 incident where security…

Manipur Governor Chairs Cross-Party Solidarity Meet, Reaffirms Support for Armed Forces
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Manipur Governor Chairs Cross-Party Solidarity Meet, Reaffirms Support for Armed Forces

Summary of the News Article On May 10, 2025, Manipur Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla convened a high-level solidarity meeting at the Raj Bhavan’s Conference Hall. The gathering brought together leaders from various political parties, including the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), Indian National Congress (INC), and others. The primary agenda was to…

Manipur Governor Reviews Progress of National Highway Projects in State
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Manipur Governor Reviews Progress of National Highway Projects in State

News Summary On May 5, 2025, Manipur Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla chaired a comprehensive review meeting at the Conference Hall of Raj Bhavan, Imphal, to assess the progress of ongoing national highway projects in the state. M.S. Deval, Executive Director of the National Highways and Infrastructure Development Corporation Limited (NHIDCL), presented a detailed briefing on…

Manipur Political Crisis: Seven BJP MLAs Urge Governor to Form New Government
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Manipur Political Crisis: Seven BJP MLAs Urge Governor to Form New Government

📰 Quick Summary In a significant political development, seven BJP MLAs in Manipur, led by former Works and Sports Minister Govindas Konthoujam, met with Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla on April 17, 2025. They formally requested permission to form a new BJP-led government in the state. This move comes as Manipur has been under President’s Rule…