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Summary The recent discovery of the brutal killings of a Meitei family in Jiribam, Manipur, has shocked the nation. The victims, including women and children, were allegedly abducted and killed by suspected militants. The bodies were later recovered from nearby rivers. This tragedy is part of a larger pattern of violence escalating in the region,…
Short Summary The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) of India has intensified its involvement in the ongoing crisis in Manipur, urging both state and central authorities to address escalating human rights violations. With recurring ethnic violence causing fatalities, displacement, and destruction, the NHRC seeks accountability and long-term solutions. The Commission has requested detailed reports on…
Women’s civil society organizations (CSOs) in Manipur are demanding the resignation of Chief Minister N. Biren Singh after the reimposition of the Armed Forces Special Powers Act (AFSPA) in certain parts of the state. They argue that this move exacerbates the already volatile situation in the region and negatively impacts the safety and freedom of…
Summary: The Manipur Human Rights Commission (MHRC) has once again become non-functional following the retirement of its chairperson, Utpalendu Bikas Saha, on August 19, 2024. This issue has persisted despite calls from organizations like the Centre for Organisation Research and Education (CORE), which highlights the critical need for a new chairperson amidst ongoing conflicts in…