On the Brink: Manipur VDF Association Threatens Indefinite Strike from August 1
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On the Brink: Manipur VDF Association Threatens Indefinite Strike from August 1

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Short SummaryThe All Manipur Village Defence Force (VDF) Employees’ Welfare Association has announced an indefinite “Gun Down‑Pen Down” strike starting August 1, 2025, citing the state government’s failure to address their demands—including service extension, honorarium hike, and deployment rights. The strike follows a similar protest initiated in mid‑May 2025 which involved over 10,000 VDF personnel. The…

Manipur Peace Talks: Government Engages with Militant Outfits Amidst Ongoing Ethnic Tensions
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Manipur Peace Talks: Government Engages with Militant Outfits Amidst Ongoing Ethnic Tensions

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Summary of the News In a significant development, the Government of India has initiated talks with four Kuki militant groups from Manipur under the Suspension of Operation (SoO) agreement. The meeting took place at the Assam Police’s Special Branch headquarters in Guwahati, Assam. This move comes amidst ongoing ethnic tensions and violence in Manipur, which…