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Summary On February 13, 2025, President’s Rule was imposed in Manipur following the resignation of Chief Minister N. Biren Singh amid months of ethnic violence that left over 260 people dead and displaced thousands. The BJP failed to form a consensus government, triggering central oversight under Article 356. On July 25, 2025, the Centre moved…
Manipur Security Forces Crack Down: Five Militants Arrested Amid Rising Insurgent Activities
News Summary In a decisive move against escalating insurgency in the region, Manipur security forces arrested five militants during a well-coordinated operation. These arrests are part of an intensified crackdown on insurgent activities that have disrupted peace in the northeastern state. The militants are reportedly associated with active underground outfits responsible for various recent disturbances….
Those ‘Evicted’ From Assam Can Return To Manipur If They Were Residents Prior To 1961: Chief Minister Singh
SummaryManipur Chief Minister N. Biren Singh announced that individuals evicted from Assam’s Karbi Anglong district can return to their native villages in Manipur if they or their ancestors resided there before 1961. This follows recent evictions affecting around 500-600 people, mainly from the Kuki community. Singh emphasized verification by local officials to ensure rightful claims,…
AFSPA Reimposed in Manipur’s Imphal Valley: Understanding the Reasons and Implications
Summary The Indian government has reinstated the Armed Forces Special Powers Act (AFSPA) in parts of Manipur’s Imphal Valley due to rising violence and unrest, especially targeting Kuki communities. This decision follows requests from various groups and recent violent incidents in Jiribam. The AFSPA empowers security forces in “disturbed areas” to conduct operations for maintaining…
Manipur Reports 1,353 Dengue Cases This Year, Spike Reported in October
Summary Manipur has reported a total of 1,353 dengue cases in 2024, with a significant spike in the month of October. The state’s health authorities are on high alert as dengue fever, a mosquito-borne disease, continues to spread across various districts. The surge in cases has raised concerns, prompting local authorities to implement stringent preventive…
Violence in Manipur: A Community in Mourning
Summary of the Article In Manipur’s Bishnupur district, a recent militant attack claimed the life of a 34-year-old woman, Sapam Sophia, while she was working in a paddy field. This tragic incident, allegedly involving Kuki militants, has spurred grief and anger among local communities, prompting demands for justice. Local authorities, including MLA S Premchandra, have…
