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Summary of the News Article On May 28, 2025, Manipur experienced three earthquakes within a span of nine hours. The first, a magnitude 5.2 quake, struck Churachandpur district at 1:54 a.m. IST. This was followed by a 2.5 magnitude tremor in Noney district at 2:26 a.m., and a third quake of magnitude 3.9 in Churachandpur…
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…
Summary of the News Article Former Manipur Chief Minister N. Biren Singh has raised serious concerns about the state’s demographic changes due to illegal immigration, particularly from Myanmar. He emphasized that the unchecked influx threatens Manipur’s cultural identity and stability. Singh highlighted the emergence of numerous unauthorized villages and the strain on resources, urging immediate…
News Summary In a significant crackdown, Manipur Police arrested multiple insurgent cadres and seized a substantial cache of weapons and explosives. The operations, conducted over two days, led to the apprehension of three active militants, including a Kangleipak Communist Party (PWG) operative involved in extortion activities targeting fuel stations. The raids also uncovered a variety…
News Summary In a significant development, Manipur Police intercepted a Bolero pickup truck during a routine check at Biisho bridge under Maram Police Station in Senapati District. Upon inspection, officers discovered 220 soap cases containing approximately 2.4 kilograms of suspected brown sugar concealed within the vehicle’s body panels. Two individuals, Mayarngam Khokyar (45) from Kalhang…
Quick Summary: Major Militant Crackdown in Manipur In a significant operation, security forces in Manipur arrested 13 militants from various underground groups and seized a substantial cache of weapons, including rifles, pistols, and improvised mortars. The coordinated efforts spanned multiple districts, highlighting the ongoing challenges of insurgency in the region. In-Depth Analysis: Understanding the Recent…
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…
Summary In the heart of Manipur’s Bualjang Hills, environmentalist Anish Ahamad has embarked on a remarkable journey of reforestation. Over nearly three decades, he has single-handedly planted over 100,000 trees and distributed more than 40,000 saplings to local communities, all without formal support or infrastructure. Operating from a home-based nursery, Anish uses traditional, eco-friendly techniques…
Summary In a significant move to curb extortion activities in Manipur, the state police arrested five militants linked to banned outfits during coordinated operations across Thoubal, Tengnoupal, and Kakching districts on May 26, 2025. The arrested individuals, associated with groups like KCP (PWG), PLA, and KYKL (SOREPA), were found with incriminating materials, including demand letters…
Summary In a major breakthrough against the drug menace in Manipur, the state police recently arrested three suspected drug traffickers and seized a whopping ₹1.17 crore in cash during a high-stakes operation. The arrest was made in Imphal East district, where authorities also discovered large quantities of narcotics, mobile phones, and other incriminating evidence. The…