Militants Allegedly Using Starlink to Evade Internet Blackouts in Manipur
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Militants Allegedly Using Starlink to Evade Internet Blackouts in Manipur

Summary of the News Article In the northeastern Indian state of Manipur, insurgent groups are reportedly using Starlink, Elon Musk’s satellite-based internet service, to bypass government-imposed internet blackouts. This issue has raised significant concerns as Starlink operates without requiring local infrastructure, making it difficult to monitor or control. Militant groups are believed to have smuggled…

On December 16, 2024, scholars and activists in Manipur launched a book addressing the ongoing violence and unrest in the state
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On December 16, 2024, scholars and activists in Manipur launched a book addressing the ongoing violence and unrest in the state

Summary of the News On December 16, 2024, scholars and activists in Manipur launched a book addressing the ongoing violence and unrest in the state. The publication focuses on human rights violations, societal trauma, and the urgent need for justice and reconciliation. This event highlights the critical need for truth and unity in a region…

Why PM Modi Isn’t Addressing Manipur’s Crisis: Congress’s Tough Questions
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Why PM Modi Isn’t Addressing Manipur’s Crisis: Congress’s Tough Questions

Summary of the SituationCongress MP Alfred Arthur from Manipur, in an emotionally charged speech, questioned Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s lack of direct involvement in addressing the ongoing ethnic violence in Manipur. He highlighted the suffering of displaced families, the economic hardships of the state, and the absence of Union ministers since the crisis began in…

Manipur Meitei Body Calls for Ban on Kuki Militant Groups: Urgent Plea to PM Modi
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Manipur Meitei Body Calls for Ban on Kuki Militant Groups: Urgent Plea to PM Modi

Summary A prominent Meitei civil society organization in Manipur has urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to take immediate action to ban all Kuki militant groups operating in the region. This demand comes amidst growing concerns over ethnic violence, security threats, and a worsening divide between the Kuki and Meitei communities. The appeal aims to address…

Why the INDIA Bloc Demands PM Modi Visit Manipur and HM Shah Resign
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Why the INDIA Bloc Demands PM Modi Visit Manipur and HM Shah Resign

Short Summary The INDIA Bloc, a coalition of opposition parties, has intensified its demand for Prime Minister Narendra Modi to visit Manipur and for Home Minister Amit Shah to resign due to the government’s handling of the prolonged ethnic violence in the state. Citing the devastating toll of the conflict between the Meitei and Kuki…

The Resilience of Journalism in Conflict: Manipur Ground Reports Win IPI India Awards
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The Resilience of Journalism in Conflict: Manipur Ground Reports Win IPI India Awards

Summary of the News The International Press Institute (IPI) India Awards recognized journalists reporting on the ongoing crisis in Manipur and the Ukraine war. These awards highlighted the challenges faced by journalists working in conflict zones, including threats, censorship, and the emotional toll of covering violence and humanitarian crises. The awards celebrate journalistic bravery and…

Kanimozhi Critiques Actor Vijay’s Comparison of Manipur and Tamil Nadu
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Kanimozhi Critiques Actor Vijay’s Comparison of Manipur and Tamil Nadu

Summary DMK leader Kanimozhi has voiced her disapproval of actor-politician Vijay’s recent remarks comparing the situation in Manipur with Tamil Nadu, calling it unjust and misplaced. This comes after Vijay, in a public address, highlighted concerns about governance, drawing parallels between Tamil Nadu’s policies and the ongoing turmoil in Manipur. Kanimozhi emphasized the distinct socio-political…

Assam CM Warns Of Manipur Spill-Over, Deploys Additional Forces In Barak Valley

Assam CM Warns Of Manipur Spill-Over, Deploys Additional Forces In Barak Valley

Summary of the News Article In a concerning development, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has intensified security measures in the Barak Valley due to fears of conflict spillover from Manipur. Amid ongoing unrest in Manipur, characterized by ethnic clashes and violence, the Chief Minister has deployed additional forces to maintain peace in this sensitive…

Don’t Cross Line: Manipur MP To Mizoram Lawmaker Who Advocated Separate Admins To End Strife
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Don’t Cross Line: Manipur MP To Mizoram Lawmaker Who Advocated Separate Admins To End Strife

Summary of the News Article A recent statement by Manipur MP Rajkumar Ranjan Singh addressing Mizoram MLA Lalrinawma’s remarks on the ongoing ethnic crisis in Manipur has sparked fresh debates. Singh, who firmly opposed Lalrinawma’s suggestion of separate administrations for different ethnic groups, emphasized maintaining the state’s territorial integrity. The controversy arises amidst ongoing tensions…

Manipur: No taxes on Naga trucks in Kuki-dominated areas, say tribal bodies
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Manipur: No taxes on Naga trucks in Kuki-dominated areas, say tribal bodies

Summary Amid escalating tensions in Manipur, tribal organizations from Kuki-dominated areas have declared that no taxes will be imposed on Naga-owned trucks transiting their regions. This announcement comes as a move to de-escalate intertribal friction and ensure peaceful coexistence between the two communities. The tribal bodies have strongly condemned allegations of harassment and extortion reportedly…