Gaurav Gogoi Says PM Modi’s Visit to Manipur Marks Start of a Long Peace Process —
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Gaurav Gogoi Says PM Modi’s Visit to Manipur Marks Start of a Long Peace Process —

Congress leader Gaurav Gogoi said Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s likely visit to Manipur should be regarded not as the end of the story but the start of a long journey toward peace, justice and reconciliation, and that the visit — long overdue — should be accompanied by apology and meaningful action. Gogoi stressed that normalcy…

Manipur: Kuki Group Rejects MHA Deal to Open NH-02 — Why the VVCC Calls It “Null and Void”
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Manipur: Kuki Group Rejects MHA Deal to Open NH-02 — Why the VVCC Calls It “Null and Void”

The Village Volunteers Coordinating Committee (VVCC), a Kuki-Zo community outfit, has publicly rejected the Ministry of Home Affairs’ announcement that the Kuki-Zo Council (KZC) agreed to reopen National Highway-02 (NH-02) in return for an extension of the Suspension of Operations (SoO) pact. The VVCC says the decision was taken unilaterally without consulting the broader Kuki-Zo…

Assam: Thadou Leader Nehkam Jomhao Killed — Arrests and Missing Body
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Assam: Thadou Leader Nehkam Jomhao Killed — Arrests and Missing Body

A respected Thadou community leader, Nehkam Jomhao (59) — who had participated in a recent Manipur peace meeting — was reportedly abducted from his home in Chonghang Veng, Manja (Karbi Anglong, Assam) on the night of August 30 and later killed, with his body yet to be recovered. Police in Karbi Anglong have arrested suspects…

MANIPUR ON THE ROAD TO PEACE: GOVERNOR HAILS LAW-ORDER GAINS AND PROGRESS AHEAD
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MANIPUR ON THE ROAD TO PEACE: GOVERNOR HAILS LAW-ORDER GAINS AND PROGRESS AHEAD

Manipur Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla has painted a cautiously optimistic portrait of the state’s future, saying significant improvements in law and order suggest that Manipur is steadily progressing toward peace and development. While acknowledging the challenges ahead, he commended intensified efforts—from weapon surrenders to community dialogue—that have helped restore stability and governance. All of this…

Union Minister Advocates for Accelerated Peace Initiatives in Manipur
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Union Minister Advocates for Accelerated Peace Initiatives in Manipur

In a recent address, Union Law Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal emphasized the necessity for swift advancements in Manipur’s peace process, underscoring the government’s dedication to restoring harmony in the state. Summary of Recent Developments Union Law Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal has expressed hopes for expedited progress in Manipur’s peace initiatives, highlighting the government’s commitment to…

Pathways to Peace: Understanding the Ongoing Dialogue Process in Manipur
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Pathways to Peace: Understanding the Ongoing Dialogue Process in Manipur

Brief Summary The peace process in Manipur is gaining momentum as preparations are underway for a second round of meetings between the central government and state MLAs. This development follows earlier discussions aimed at resolving the state’s ongoing crisis and establishing lasting peace in the region. The talks represent a crucial step forward in addressing…