The Latest Breaking News from Manipur

It’s time government invested in peace, says Manipur activist

The activist said the problems facing Manipur society did not spring from a single source. “There are multiple dimensions to the problem, all of which need to be looked into for arriving at a lasting peace.”

The Hindu · Sep 11, 2023

Several hill villages in Manipur wrongly included in valley districts: ST panel

A report by the NCST said that “Manipur has wrongly included several hill villages under valley districts” and that the issue had been flagged to the State government

The Hindu · Sep 11, 2023

Manipur report FIRs: SC extends interim protection to Editors Guild

The Supreme Court has extended its interim protection to four members of the Editors Guild of India, in connection with the two cases lodged against them over their fact-finding report.

Newslaundry · Sep 11, 2023

Quit seat and contest polls from another State, BJP legislator tells Manipur Kuki MLAs

Manipur has virtually been partitioned on ethnic lines after the clashes between the Kuki-Zo and Meitei communities broke out on May 3, killing more than 160 people and displacing about 60,000.

The Hindu · Sep 9, 2023

Manipur violence | Magistrates appointed to record statements in CBI cases

The Manipur High Court has now appointed 13 magistrates to record the statements of witness in the 27-odd cases related to the ethnic conflict with the CBI

The Hindu · Sep 9, 2023

Three students from Manipur join Don Bosco Arts and Science College in Kannur

Three Manipuri students, Regina Kimnilam, Mercy Singneimoi and Esther Neijahoi, fled violence-ridden region to Kannur, Kerala. They are the first to join English literature graduation course after Kannur University announced admissions to Manipur students.

The Hindu · Sep 9, 2023

Two killed in Manipur amid firing between miscreants, security forces near Kuki-Zo settlement at Pallel

Two killed and several others injured in Pallel, Manipur amid heavy firing between armed miscreants and security forces. Over 40 women injured, 8 miscreants and 3 security personnel sustained bullet injuries.

The Hindu · Sep 8, 2023

Amid G20 hype, exposé on Adani, Vedanta and Manipur crisis relegated to shadows

The G20 Summit has taken over the headlines and the news cycle. By the end of the week, the recent exposes on Adani, the opposition alliance’s Mumbai meet, or even the Manipur crisis would have faded from people’s memories.  

Newslaundry · Sep 7, 2023

Sanatana Dharma row | BJP using this as a weapon to avoid facing questions on political failures: T.N. Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin

Udhayanidhi Stalin accuses BJP of twisting his speech on Sanatana Dharma, alleges PM Modi and Ministers using row to divert attention from issues like Manipur riots and financial irregularities. He claims to be heir of Perarignar Anna, not enemy of any religion.

The Hindu · Sep 7, 2023

Curfew relaxed in five valley districts of Manipur

Manipur authorities announced curfew relaxation in five valley districts to facilitate purchase of essential items. Curfew relaxed from 5am-6pm in Imphal East, West & Kakching; 5am-8pm in Thoubal; 5am-11am in Bishnupur. No gatherings or protests without approval.

The Hindu · Sep 7, 2023