Manipur

Shiv Sena Shinde Faction Plans Major Bid for Manipur Assembly Seats

The Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena plans to contest over 35 seats in Manipur's upcoming Assembly elections, citing a need for new leadership.

Sanajaoba Chongtham • 19 Jun 2026

Environmental Campaign Promotes Conservation Efforts in Yeasom Village

Activist Jojo Robertson led an environmental awareness drive in Manipur, urging residents to protect local biodiversity, medicinal plants, and wildlife.

Diana Moirangthem • 19 Jun 2026

Kuki Inpi Manipur Appeals to Prime Minister for Urgent Intervention in State Conflict

Kuki Inpi Manipur has petitioned Prime Minister Modi for justice and security following a surge in violence and displacement affecting the Kuki-Zo community.

Priyanka Moirangthem • 19 Jun 2026

Medical Association Condemns Vandalism and Arson at Churachandpur Hospital

Doctors in Churachandpur are calling for peace following arson, theft, and vandalism at the local district hospital amid rising regional ethnic tensions.

Ratan Singh • 19 Jun 2026

ANSAM Marks Martyrs’ Day With Calls for Naga Unity

The All Naga Students’ Association gathered in Chandel to honor martyrs and urge renewed unity among the Naga people amidst ongoing regional challenges.

Diana Moirangthem • 19 Jun 2026

Naga Students’ Federation Opposes Mandatory International Yoga Day Observance

The Naga Students’ Federation has warned the Nagaland government against mandating International Yoga Day participation in educational institutions.

Ranjana Devi • 19 Jun 2026

Kuki Inpi Manipur Organizes Statewide Rallies to Demand Federal Intervention

Thousands joined Kuki Inpi Manipur protests on June 19, submitting a seven-point memorandum to Prime Minister Narendra Modi seeking justice and security.

Priyanka Moirangthem • 19 Jun 2026

Manipur Chief Minister Calls for Unity and Dialogue to Restore Peace

Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh urged state communities to unite for progress while announcing upgrades for a local school for the blind.

Ratan Singh • 19 Jun 2026

Petition Demanding Probe into Killing of Six Naga Civilians Hits 46,000 Signatures

A public petition calling for an independent investigation into the deaths of six Naga civilians in Manipur has reached over 46,000 signatures.

Diana Moirangthem • 19 Jun 2026

Security Forces Arrest 10 Insurgents in Manipur Anti-Extortion Operations

Manipur security forces arrested 10 militants from the KCP and RPF/PLA in valley districts for involvement in extortion and illegal arms activity.

Ratan Singh • 19 Jun 2026

Supply Crisis Deepens as Over 800 Trucks Remain Stranded on Manipur Highway

Landslides and a severe lack of security escorts have left over 800 supply trucks stranded between Assam and Manipur, threatening essential goods access.

Ranjana Devi • 19 Jun 2026

Security Forces Rescue Abducted Man in Manipur Border Town

Security forces rescued a 50-year-old man from suspected militants in Moreh, while four members of a banned insurgent group were arrested in Kakching.

Sanajaoba Chongtham • 19 Jun 2026

Luangdimai Citizens Forum Announces Human Rights Body and Formalizes Research Platform

The Luangdimai Citizens Forum (LCF), in its leadership meeting held on 18 June 2026, resolved to strengthen community institutions through the formalization of

NEWire Desk • 19 Jun 2026

Manipur Police Arrest Nine Militants in Crackdown on Extortion and Arms Trafficking

Manipur security forces arrested nine militants across the state for their roles in a series of grenade attacks, illegal arms supply, and extortion schemes.

Ratan Singh • 19 Jun 2026

Security Forces Rescue Abducted Resident in Manipur's Moreh Town

Security forces in Manipur successfully rescued Ngamsom Baite, a local resident kidnapped by suspected militants, in a swift operation near Moreh.

Ratan Singh • 19 Jun 2026

Manipur Observes 25th Great June Uprising Day to Honour 2001 Martyrs

Thousands gathered in Imphal to commemorate the 18 people killed during the 2001 agitation, reaffirming the commitment to protect Manipur's territorial integrit

Diana Moirangthem • 18 Jun 2026

Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh Calls for Unified Peace Efforts

Manipur CM Yumnam Khemchand Singh urges state-wide unity to restore peace following signs of progress in Jiribam and recent violence in Tronglaobi.

Ranjana Devi • 18 Jun 2026

Manipur to Implement New Rural Employment Scheme Starting July 1

Manipur will transition from MGNREGA to the new VB-GRAM G employment scheme on July 1, 2026, aiming to provide 125 days of guaranteed annual wage work.

Diana Moirangthem • 18 Jun 2026

Thadou Inpi Manipur Questions Kuki Delegation Meeting With Chief Minister

Thadou Inpi Manipur has criticized a meeting between Kuki representatives and the Chief Minister, alleging it serves to shield militants from accountability.

Sanajaoba Chongtham • 18 Jun 2026

AMD University Launches Academic Accelerator Program in Pune

AMD University and 3C IT Solutions have launched an academic accelerator program in Pune to integrate AI and quantum computing into higher education curricula.

Diana Moirangthem • 18 Jun 2026