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Summary Manipur is currently grappling with escalating unrest under President’s Rule, imposed in February 2025 following the resignation of Chief Minister N. Biren Singh amid ethnic violence. The situation has intensified with recent incidents, including the forced removal of “Manipur” signage from a state-run bus, sparking widespread protests led by the Coordinating Committee on Manipur…
Manipur in Turmoil: Governor’s Helicopter Escape Sparks Political Uproar Quick Summary On May 26, 2025, Manipur Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla resorted to an Army helicopter to travel a mere 300 meters from Imphal Airport to Raj Bhavan, circumventing large-scale protests. The demonstrations erupted after central forces removed the “Manipur State” signage from a journalist transport…
Summary of the News Article In a powerful plea, the residents of Manipur’s Uyok Hills have urged authorities to maintain the presence of central forces, fearing that their withdrawal could lead to renewed violence. Protests erupted after plans to transfer the Border Security Force (BSF) and Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel came to light,…
Summary On Human Rights Day, thousands of citizens in Manipur joined hands to rally against the Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act (AFSPA) and ongoing violence. Organized by civil society groups and human rights advocates, the protest highlighted the impact of AFSPA on human rights violations in the state. Demonstrators called for its repeal, urging the…
Summary: Students in Manipur, led by the Federal Students Organisation Manipur (FSOM), have protested over the delay in appointing a new chairman for the Board of Secondary Education Manipur (BOSEM). The lack of leadership has caused growing uncertainty among students regarding their academic future. Despite the police intervention to disperse the protestors, students have vowed…
Summary of the Issue: The internally displaced persons (IDPs) in Manipur are grappling with immense challenges in their prolonged stay at relief camps following ethnic violence that erupted in May 2023. These displaced individuals, predominantly from violence-stricken communities, have staged protests to demand their right to return to their homes. Living conditions in the camps…
The Manipur government has decided to extend the suspension of mobile internet services for two additional days, affecting seven districts of the state. The decision, made on November 23, 2024, comes in response to escalating tensions and violence in certain areas. The suspension, which began at 5:15 PM on Saturday, will remain in effect until…
In an urgent move, the Manipur government has announced a revision in the prices of 17 essential commodities across five valley districts, impacting both wholesale and retail prices. This decision comes after a prolonged blockade that has caused severe disruptions to the transport of goods, including vital supplies, in the region. The revised rates will…
Summary of the News Article On October 13, 2023, around 200 Palestinian protesters were arrested outside the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) during a demonstration advocating for Palestine amidst the ongoing conflict in Gaza. The protesters, gathered in solidarity with the Palestinian cause, faced a heavy police presence, leading to numerous clashes. This event reflects…