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News Summary In a significant crackdown on illegal timber trade, Manipur police and Assam Rifles seized timber worth ₹3.10 crore in Tengnoupal district on May 23, 2025. The joint operation led to the confiscation of 61 vehicles transporting approximately 610 tonnes of timber without valid documentation. Authorities are investigating potential links to cross-border smuggling from…
News Summary On May 22, 2025, a 48-hour bandh called by the Coordinating Committee on Manipur Integrity (COCOMI) brought normal life to a standstill across Manipur’s valley districts. The protest was in response to an incident where the name “Manipur” was allegedly removed from a government bus transporting journalists to the Shirui Lily Festival. Shops,…
News Summary On May 20, 2025, a group of journalists en route to cover the Shirui Lily Festival in Ukhrul district, Manipur, were instructed by security personnel at the Gwaltabi checkpoint to conceal the “Manipur State Transport” signage on their official bus. The directive led to confusion and delays, ultimately causing the media team to…
The Coordinating Committee on Manipur Integrity (COCOMI) has firmly opposed the recent peace talks facilitated by the Ministry of Home Affairs in Delhi, labeling them as a “stage-managed exercise” intended to support a misleading narrative presented by Union Home Minister Amit Shah. COCOMI asserts that the Government of India is misrepresenting the Manipur conflict as…
In a recent incident that has raised serious concerns about press freedom in Manipur, the Manipur Hills Journalists’ Union (MHJU) has strongly condemned the vandalism of a local newspaper by unidentified miscreants amid the ongoing volatile situation in Churachandpur district. The union has urged the government to take strict action against those responsible for the…
Summary In a powerful and stirring statement, Congress leader Kanimozhi has called on Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah to take responsibility for the violence in Manipur. Her remarks, which have resonated across political circles and among civil society, highlight deep concerns over the state’s security, governance failures, and the accountability of…
Summary In a disturbing development that has rocked the media landscape of Manipur, senior journalist Yambem Laba has allegedly been abducted by gunmen. This shocking incident, reported from the region, has raised serious concerns about press freedom, the safety of media professionals, and the overall security situation in Manipur. As authorities launch an intensive probe…
Summary of the News Article The Manipur Press Club celebrated its 50th Foundation Day on January 6, 2025, at its premises in Imphal. Organized by the Manipur Press Club Management Committee (MPCMC) and the All Manipur Working Journalists’ Union (AMWJU), the event paid homage to the contributions of journalists. Dignitaries, including IPR Minister Dr. Sapam…
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…
Summary of the News ArticleManipur Chief Minister N. Biren Singh participated in the Golden Jubilee celebration of the All Manipur Working Journalists’ Union (AMWJU), marking 50 years of its establishment. During the event, CM Singh lauded the role of journalists in promoting transparency and democracy. He acknowledged the challenges faced by media professionals in the…