Two PLA Cadres Apprehended by Assam Rifles Near Indo-Myanmar Border in Manipur’s Tengnoupal
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Two PLA Cadres Apprehended by Assam Rifles Near Indo-Myanmar Border in Manipur’s Tengnoupal

Summary On July 22, 2025, Assam Rifles personnel on routine patrol near Border Pillar 79 along the Indo-Myanmar border in Manipur’s Tengnoupal district apprehended two suspected members of the proscribed People’s Liberation Army (PLA) after they attempted to flee into dense forest cover. The detained individuals have been identified as Thingnam Amujao Singh and Kanjam…

Manipur Police Arrest Three PREPAK (Pro) Cadres in Anti-Insurgency Raids
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Manipur Police Arrest Three PREPAK (Pro) Cadres in Anti-Insurgency Raids

Summary of the News In a well-coordinated anti-insurgency operation on the night of July 22, 2025, Manipur Police swooped down on three separate hideouts in Imphal West, resulting in the arrest of alleged cadres from the banned People’s Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (Progressive), commonly known as PREPAK (Pro). The first detainee, Wangkhem Amarjit Meitei (31),…

Manipur kuki militants drone attack: NIA arrests suspect in strike that killed Meitei housewife
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Manipur kuki militants drone attack: NIA arrests suspect in strike that killed Meitei housewife

Summary of the News Story On July 2, 2025, the National Investigation Agency (NIA), under the directive of India’s Ministry of Home Affairs, arrested Samuel Thongcianhao Vaiphei, a suspect in connection with a drone attack on September 1, 2024, which tragically killed 31-year-old Ngangbam Surbala Devi in Imphal West district and injured her young daughter….

Manipur: Four PLA Cadres Arrested for Extortion in Imphal Valley
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Manipur: Four PLA Cadres Arrested for Extortion in Imphal Valley

Summary of the News In a significant development, a joint operation by state and central forces in Manipur has led to the arrest of four alleged cadres of the proscribed People’s Liberation Army (PLA) in the Imphal Valley. The individuals were reportedly involved in extensive extortion activities targeting government offices, businesses, and local establishments across…

Manipur: Three Arrested in Imphal East for Illegal Arms Sale
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Manipur: Three Arrested in Imphal East for Illegal Arms Sale

News Summary On May 13, 2025, Manipur Police, in collaboration with central security forces, arrested three individuals in the Pukhao Ahallup Makha Leikai area of Imphal East district for their involvement in illegal arms trading. The operation, initiated based on specific intelligence inputs, led to the apprehension of Naorem Naocha Meitei (38), an active member…

Demand for Ban on CoTU by Liangmai Naga Council: Unpacking the Tensions and Their Broader Implications
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Demand for Ban on CoTU by Liangmai Naga Council: Unpacking the Tensions and Their Broader Implications

Summary The Liangmai Naga Council (LNC) recently petitioned for a ban on the Committee on Tribal Unity (CoTU) of Kangpokpi, citing the group’s alleged provocations and perceived threats to peace in Manipur. Tensions have escalated due to CoTU’s reported interference in traditional celebrations and statements seen as inciting unrest between local communities. The LNC has…