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Manipur activist addresses press conference in Chennai, says ready for peace talks

Philem Rohan Singh, a traveller and activist from Manipur, called for peace talks to end the four-month communal unrest between the Meitei and Kuki-Zo tribes in the north-eastern State. He also highlighted the atrocities against women and the burning of 45 homes and shops belonging to Tamils in Moreh.

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Manipur CM asks people to surrender weapons within 15 days

Manipur CM N. Biren Singh urges people to surrender looted police weapons in 15 days; those associated with illegal weapons will be dealt with severely. 1,400 weapons have been recovered so far. Government willing to take considerate view for those submitting illegal weapons; appeals to people to cooperate in restoring…

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Armed miscreants who wore police uniforms, carrying guns in Manipur get bail in UAPA case

Special NIA court in Imphal grants bail to five armed miscreants arrested in a UAPA case by the Manipur Police while they were travelling in police camouflage and with sophisticated arms and ammunition.

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Beware of camouflaged civilian trucks that resemble our vehicles: Assam Rifles

Assam Rifles warns Manipur police of "Meitei miscreants" using refurbished civilian trucks to resemble Assam Rifles vehicles for anti-national activities. Protest erupted in valley districts demanding release of five armed men arrested in camouflage uniform. Central security forces in Manipur face challenge of armed men in police uniforms. Assam Rifles…

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Manipur gives report on stolen, missing arms, ammunition

Chief Justice of India D. Y. Chandrachud opted to wait a “little bit” before seeking a status report from Dattatray Padsalgikar, former Maharashtra Director General of Police, who was appointed by the Supreme Court to supervise the CBI probe into 11 cases of crimes committed against women and children in…

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Manipur govt accuses Airtel for alleged leakage of internet services

Manipur govt sends strong letter to Airtel for alleged internet leakage in some parts. Commissioner of Home Dept, demanded explanation. Internet services partially lifted on July 25, mobile internet still banned.

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Manipur HC denies bail to ex-BJP MLA, two accused from Kuki community citing their own safety

Former BJP MLA denied bail in Manipur ethnic violence case; HC cites potential to incite fresh violence & lack of medical proof of illness.

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Venugopal demands caste census, separate quota for OBC women within 33% reservation

Congress MP K.C. Venugopal demands caste census and separate OBC reservation for women in 33% quota. Criticizes BJP govt. for poor record on women safety, cites Unnao, Kathua, Manipur, Hathras incidents. Says Centre allocated only ₹156 cr of ₹848 cr budget for Beti Bachao Beti Padhao. Urges BJP to conduct…

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Christians being targeted for ‘forced’ conversion, churches being desecrated, delegation tells NCM

Christian community representatives met NCM chairman Iqbal Singh Lalpura to share grievances of false accusations of ‘ forced conversion’, attacks on churches in Manipur, and other relevant concerns. NCM assured of issuing advisories and follow up action

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50 injured as women throng police stations in Manipur’s valley districts

Hundreds of women thronged all the police stations in the valley urging the police to arrest them too. The women claimed that the five arrested men were village protection volunteers.

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Morning Digest | Census a must for women’s reservation Bill to become reality; Civil groups in Manipur demand release of armed miscreants, and more

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Manipuri film star Soma Laishram banned from films for 3 years

Organisation bars Manipuri film star Soma Laishram from acting/social functions for 3yrs for defying appeal to not participate in entertainment events due to ethnic conflict in Manipur. Film Forum Manipur criticised KKL's decree & will try to get ban revoked. Laishram participated to celebrate NE culture. KKL had requested her…

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Civil groups demand release of armed miscreants; normal life affected in Manipur

Manipur affected by 48-hr strike called by civil society organisations demanding release of 5 accused of carrying weapons and wearing camouflage. Police used tear gas to disperse crowds blocking roads. Shops, banks, educational institutes, government offices closed. 175 killed in ethnic violence since May.

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Ten students from Manipur arrive in Kannur University

Kannur Univ. welcomed 10 students from Manipur to pursue higher education. VC Ravindran said they need not submit documents & certificates. Univ. is in talks with colleges to provide facilities & bear expenses. Students thankful for the opportunity to complete their education.

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Manipur affected by general strike seeking release of five village protection volunteers

Normal life in Manipur came to a halt from Monday midnight in response to the 48-hour general strike called by several civil society organisations demanding unconditional release of five village protection volunteers arrested on September 16 along with some sophisticated weapons. All vehicles were off the roads.

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Zomi body holds peace rally in front of Indian Embassy in Washington DC

Zomi Innkuan USA held a peace rally outside the Embassy of India in Washington DC, calling on the Indian govt & PM Modi to create a separate admin for Zo people in Manipur. Dr. Hauzachin Suante said, "We appeal to the Central government and PM Modiji to expedite the process…

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Nehru’s outlook was inclusive, took Opposition along: Mallikarjun Kharge

Recalling Nehru's contribution to Indian democracy, Kharge hit out at govt over unemployment & ethnic violence in Manipur. He asked govt what it achieved by shifting proceedings to new building & slammed PM Modi for not visiting violence-hit Manipur & not listening to Opposition. He also expressed concern over passage…

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Morning Digest | New Parliament to host session from September 19; Army jawan abducted and murdered in Manipur, and more

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Army jawan on leave abducted and murdered in Manipur

Indian Army jawan abducted, killed while on leave in Manipur; body found at Khuningthek Village; 10-year-old son only witness; no arrests made yet; mob tried to storm police station; Army assisting bereaved family.

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Centre to withdraw Rapid Action Force from Manipur

Government considers phased withdrawal of Rapid Action Force from Manipur due to unsuitable exposure to anti-insurgency theatre. 10 companies of RAF deployed in Manipur, along with 36,000 paramilitary forces. 4,500 CAPF personnel sent on request of State govt. Meitei groups demand removal of Indian Army and Assam Rifles from buffer…

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Amit Shah, other BJP national leaders unaware of Manipur women activists role in fighting drug menace, social evils: Ibobi

Union Home Minister Amit Shah reportedly told some BJP MLAs, “Restrain the women activists and we could solve the Manipur unrest in a matter of 10 days”. Mr. Shah further said that the women activists were “hindering the work” of the security forces. Congress Legislature Party leader Okram Ibobi said,…

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Congress Working Committee resolves to make INDIA bloc an ideological and electoral success

CWC passes condolence resolutions for Manipur, Himachal Pradesh and Oommen Chandy. Expresses profound sense of loss and anguish over Manipur violence, appeals to Centre to declare Himachal Pradesh a national disaster. CWC appeals to Centre to provide financial assistance to rebuild state and compensate people for losses.

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84 artists conferred with the Sangeet Natak Akademi Amrit Awards

VP Dhankhar presents Amrit Awards to 84 artistes for preserving Indian culture, honouring those who have not been accorded national recognition in 75 yrs. Awardees from diverse fields of performing arts incl. theatre, music, playwriting, folk music & dance. Awardees from 15 states incl. J&K, Goa, Jharkhand, Ladakh, Andhra Pradesh,…

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Situation in Manipur tense, government has to take decisions: senior RSS functionary

RSS joint general secretary Manmohan Vaidya says Manipur conflict is between two communities, Government must take decisions. RSS evaluates BJP's work since 2014, says India is slowly emerging in world with its cultural identity. RSS stands for SC/ST reservation as per Constitution, women's participation in society discussed in meet.

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Crochet dolls made by Manipur relief camp inmates to go global

In Manipur, ethnic violence has caused displacement of 60K people, destruction of 4,780 homes, and loss of life. 1 Million Heroes is training relief camp inmates in crocheting amigurumi dolls for export, providing a source of income and hope.

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