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Summary Manipur’s Chief Minister has taken a significant step towards securing international recognition for the state’s rich cultural heritage by pushing for the inclusion of Lai Haraoba, an ancient and vibrant festival, on UNESCO’s Intangible Cultural Heritage list. Lai Haraoba, deeply rooted in the traditions of the Meitei community, is a celebration of divine spirits,…
The Congress party has criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi for not visiting Manipur, despite the ongoing ethnic violence that has plagued the state since May 2023. Congress General Secretary Jairam Ramesh accused Modi of finding time to travel globally but not engaging with the distressed people of Manipur. He pointed out that the Prime Minister…
On December 21, 2024, the Congress Party criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi for embarking on a two-day visit to Kuwait, focusing on defense and trade relations, while Manipur continues to grapple with ethnic violence. Congress General Secretary Jairam Ramesh highlighted the Prime Minister’s absence from the crisis-hit state, suggesting that his presence could aid in…
Summary of the Issue The Manipur government has strongly criticized Mizoram Chief Minister Zoramthanga for allegedly promoting a separatist agenda amid the ethnic tensions in Manipur. This statement comes in response to Zoramthanga’s support for the Kuki-Zo community and his call for international attention to the situation. Manipur’s Chief Minister, N. Biren Singh, accused Zoramthanga…
Summary The recent discovery of the brutal killings of a Meitei family in Jiribam, Manipur, has shocked the nation. The victims, including women and children, were allegedly abducted and killed by suspected militants. The bodies were later recovered from nearby rivers. This tragedy is part of a larger pattern of violence escalating in the region,…
Summary Recent reports from Manipur have shed light on the harrowing killings of six individuals, including three women and three minors, in Jiribam’s Borobekra sub-division. These hostages, believed to have been abducted by armed militants, were found with bullet injuries, according to autopsy results. The brutal murders have sparked widespread outrage and demands for swift…
Summary The People’s Indigenous Council of Manipur (PICK) has urged the Indian government to take decisive military action against Kuki militants. Accusing the groups of violating ceasefire agreements and engaging in violent activities, PICK and allied organizations argue that restoring peace in Manipur requires strong measures, including disarming these groups and addressing the rising tension…
Short Summary The recent tragedy in Jiribam, Manipur, involving the gruesome killings of a woman and two children, has sparked widespread outrage and protests across the region. Protestors criticized the central government’s response, with some questioning Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s ‘Beti Bachao Beti Padhao’ slogan. Community leaders and activists have called for immediate justice, transparency,…
On Children’s Day in Manipur, students took to the streets to protest the abduction of six individuals from the Meitei community—three children and three women. These individuals were reportedly abducted by militants in Jiribam, which has raised significant concerns about security and safety in the region. The protesters held banners and chanted slogans demanding the…
Summary: The Manipur Congress recently urged the state’s governor to intervene in the safe release of six Meitei captives—three women and three minors—taken amidst escalating violence in Jiribam district. Former Chief Minister Ibobi Singh led this appeal, highlighting concerns over government inaction and the growing humanitarian crisis. The Congress party also called for enhanced security…