Manipur Cops Detain 19 for Street Violence in Imphal East, Warn of Legal Action
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Manipur Cops Detain 19 for Street Violence in Imphal East, Warn of Legal Action

Quick Summary On June 11, 2025, Imphal East witnessed a disturbing bout of street unrest. 19 individuals were detained by Manipur Police for allegedly organizing road blockades, harassing commuters, and creating public disturbances—many reportedly under the influence of alcohol  . Authorities issued a stern warning to youth, emphasizing that such behavior could have serious legal…

Manipur Security Forces Seize IEDs, Arrest Militants in Ongoing Anti-Extortion Drive
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Manipur Security Forces Seize IEDs, Arrest Militants in Ongoing Anti-Extortion Drive

News Summary On June 3, 2025, Manipur’s security forces intensified their operations against insurgency and extortion activities. Between May 23 and June 2, they recovered three improvised explosive devices (IEDs) and four crude grenades in Tengnoupal district. Additionally, three militants affiliated with banned outfits PREPAK (Pro) and KYKL were arrested in coordinated operations across Kakching…

Manipur Security Forces Recover Weapons Near Mizoram Border
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Manipur Security Forces Recover Weapons Near Mizoram Border

News Summary In a significant security operation, Manipur’s security forces recovered a substantial cache of arms and ammunition near the Mizoram border. The joint operation, involving Assam Rifles and Manipur Police, was conducted in Thanlon village, Pherzawl district. Recovered items included two SBML guns without serial numbers, a Lathode gun, 50 rounds of 7.62 mm…

Manipur: UNLF-K Cadre Arrested in Bishnupur
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Manipur: UNLF-K Cadre Arrested in Bishnupur

News Summary On May 30, 2025, a joint operation by the Assam Rifles and Manipur Police led to the arrest of a suspected United National Liberation Front-Koireng (UNLF-K) cadre in Bishnupur district. The individual, identified as 46-year-old Seram Inaoba Singh, alias Khaba or Bagaoba, was apprehended in Nambol Thiyam Awang Leikai. He was reportedly involved…

Massive Drug Bust in Manipur: Police Arrest 3 Traffickers, Seize ₹1.17 Crore in Cash
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Massive Drug Bust in Manipur: Police Arrest 3 Traffickers, Seize ₹1.17 Crore in Cash

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…

Assam Rifles and Manipur Police Nab Two with ₹2 Crore Worth of Foreign Cigarettes
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Assam Rifles and Manipur Police Nab Two with ₹2 Crore Worth of Foreign Cigarettes

News Summary In a significant operation on May 21, 2025, a joint team of Assam Rifles and Manipur Police apprehended two individuals in Savomphai, Jiribam district, Manipur. The duo was caught with 98 bags of foreign cigarettes, each containing 1,000 packets, totaling approximately ₹2 crore in value. Investigations suggest the contraband was transported by boat…

Manipur Security Forces Seize Cache of Weapons in Kangpokpi
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Manipur Security Forces Seize Cache of Weapons in Kangpokpi

News Summary In a significant operation, Manipur’s security forces uncovered a cache of military-grade weapons and ammunition during cordon and search operations in Kangpokpi district. The intelligence-driven raids targeted suspected militant hideouts in the Kuki villages of Konsakhul, Pholjang, and Tingkhai. The recovered arsenal included rifles, shotguns, improvised mortars, and communication devices, underscoring ongoing efforts…

Manipur: 4 Arrested for Kidnapping; Victims from Delhi, Rajasthan Rescued
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Manipur: 4 Arrested for Kidnapping; Victims from Delhi, Rajasthan Rescued

News Summary In a swift and decisive operation, Manipur Police arrested four individuals involved in the kidnapping and extortion of two non-local men from Delhi and Rajasthan. The victims were lured to Imphal under the guise of a business opportunity, only to be held captive and threatened for ransom. The police’s prompt action led to…

Manipur Police Launches Cyber Lab to Counter Social-Media Threats Aimed at Meiteis
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Manipur Police Launches Cyber Lab to Counter Social-Media Threats Aimed at Meiteis

On May 19 2025, Manipur’s Additional DGP (Law & Order) L. Kailun inaugurated a Cyber Lab at the Imphal East District Police HQ. The facility will let cyber-crime officers trace and prosecute online threats—especially the recent anonymous posts telling Meiteis to skip the forthcoming Shirui Lily Festival in Ukhrul. Investigators say the so-called “Kuki” groups…

Manipur Police Deny Existence of Kuki Group Behind Threat to Meiteis Ahead of Shirui Festival
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Manipur Police Deny Existence of Kuki Group Behind Threat to Meiteis Ahead of Shirui Festival

News Summary On May 15, 2025, the Manipur Police officially refuted the existence of a group named ‘Kuki Zo Village Volunteers Eastern Zone,’ which had allegedly issued threats against the Meitei community concerning their participation in the upcoming Shirui Lily Festival. The police clarified that no such organization was found upon investigation and urged the…