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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…
Summary Manipur is currently grappling with escalating unrest under President’s Rule, imposed in February 2025 following the resignation of Chief Minister N. Biren Singh amid ethnic violence. The situation has intensified with recent incidents, including the forced removal of “Manipur” signage from a state-run bus, sparking widespread protests led by the Coordinating Committee on Manipur…
News Summary In a significant move towards justice and accountability, the Indian government has designated the District and Sessions Court in Churachandpur, Manipur, as a Special Court under the National Investigation Agency (NIA) Act. This court will handle cases related to the ethnic violence that erupted in the state in May 2023. The decision aims…
News Summary On May 22, 2025, authorities in Churachandpur district of Manipur swiftly removed two inflammatory posters targeting the Meitei community. These posters, bearing the message “If you believe you can coexist with Meiteis, you are a very special kind of stupid,” were displayed near the Mini Secretariat in Tuibong and at the Tuibong Traffic…
News Summary The Kuki-Zo Village Volunteers Eastern Zone (KZVV-EZ) have announced a prohibition on Meitei community members entering Kuki territories during the Shirui Lily Festival, scheduled from May 20 to 24, 2025, in Manipur’s Ukhrul district. This decision stems from unresolved grievances related to the ethnic violence that erupted on May 3, 2023. The KZVV-EZ…
Summary of the News Article On May 3, 2025, Manipur observed a complete shutdown to mark the second anniversary of the ethnic violence between the Meitei and Kuki-Zo communities. The violence, which began in May 2023, resulted in over 260 deaths, more than 1,500 injuries, and the displacement of over 70,000 individuals. The shutdown was…
Brief Summary On April 30, 2025, twenty-one Members of the Legislative Assembly (MLAs) from Manipur submitted a memorandum to Union Home Minister Amit Shah, advocating for the immediate reinstatement of an elected government in the state. Manipur has been under President’s Rule since February 13, 2025, following the resignation of Chief Minister N. Biren Singh…
📰 News Summary In a historic move, the Indian government has appointed two IAS officers from Manipur’s tribal communities to top positions in the Ministry of Finance. Vumlunmang Vualnam, from the Paite group within the Kuki-Zomi-Hmar community, is now the Expenditure Secretary, while K. Moses Chalai, from the Mao Naga community, has been appointed as…
The Indian National Congress has strongly opposed the recent imposition of President’s Rule in Manipur, describing it as an unprecedented and unfortunate move. This decision follows the resignation of Chief Minister N Biren Singh amid ongoing ethnic conflicts and political instability in the state. Understanding the Imposition of President’s Rule in Manipur Manipur has…
Security forces in Manipur have recently conducted extensive search operations across various districts, leading to the recovery of a significant cache of arms, ammunition, and stolen vehicles. These operations are part of ongoing efforts to restore peace and order in the region. Summary of Recent Developments In a series of coordinated search operations, security forces…