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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…
Short Summary In a heart-wrenching incident, the body of 55-year-old Takhellambam Ibochouba, affectionately known as Nongban, was recovered from the Abulok riverbed in Lairenkabi village, Imphal West district, Manipur. Ibochouba had gone missing on Sunday after being swept away by the swollen river, which had overflowed due to continuous heavy rainfall. His body was discovered…
Quick Summary Amid relentless rainfall and severe flooding in Manipur, the Jawaharlal Nehru Institute of Medical Sciences (JNIMS) in Imphal East faced significant challenges. Floodwaters inundated the hospital premises, leading to the urgent evacuation of all patients and medical staff to nearby facilities. The hospital’s blood centre, operating on generator backup, managed to transfer 400…
News Summary As of June 2, 2025, Manipur is grappling with severe flooding and landslides triggered by relentless rains. The disaster has affected 19,811 people and damaged 3,365 houses across the state. Imphal East district remains the worst-hit area, with rivers breaching embankments and submerging low-lying localities. Emergency response teams, including the Indian Army and…
Quick Summary: Manipur Floods 2025 In the past 48 hours, Manipur has faced relentless heavy rainfall, leading to severe flooding and multiple landslides across the state. As of May 31, 2025, approximately 3,802 individuals have been affected, and 883 houses have sustained damage. The most impacted areas include Imphal East, particularly Khurai, Heingang, and Checkon,…
Quick Summary On May 31, 2025, the Manipur government issued an urgent flood advisory in response to severe flooding and landslides caused by relentless rainfall. The advisory, released by the Directorate of Information and Public Relations (DIPR), highlighted the inundation of numerous homes, offices, and institutions due to breaches in riverbanks. Residents were urged to…
Quick Summary On May 31, 2025, Manipur’s capital, Imphal, faced severe flooding due to relentless rainfall, especially in Kangpokpi district. Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla promptly visited the affected areas, including Kangla Nongpok Thong, Lairikyengbam Leikai, and Singjamei Bridge, to assess the situation. He directed officials to remain vigilant, prepare evacuation plans, and establish temporary relief…