Manipur

United Naga Council Initiates Economic Blockade in Manipur Over Ongoing Hostage Crisis

The United Naga Council has launched an economic blockade in Manipur following the failure of authorities to rescue six remaining hostages from militant groups.

James M • 20 May 2026

Security Operations Intensify in Manipur as PREPAK Operative Arrested

Security forces in Manipur are conducting search operations in Kangpokpi for missing persons while arresting an active PREPAK militant in Imphal East.

James M • 20 May 2026

Manipur Church Leaders and Naga Groups Unite to Seek Hostage Release

Church leaders and Naga civil society groups are collaborating to secure the release of hostages and restore peace in violence-hit Manipur following tensions.

James M • 19 May 2026

Meghalaya BJP MLA Advocates for Ground Level Action in Assam Border Dispute

Meghalaya MLA AL Hek calls for local field assessments to resolve the Assam border dispute while urging the center to address security and trade concerns.

James M • 19 May 2026

Manipur Government Intensifies Efforts to Locate Abducted Villagers Amid Ethnic Tensions

Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh pledges all-out efforts to rescue hostages as ethnic violence persists in the state's hill districts.

James M • 19 May 2026

Mizoram Police Seize Methamphetamine Worth Rs 19 Crore in Major Drug Bust

Mizoram Police intercepted 202,000 methamphetamine tablets worth Rs 19 crore hidden in a vehicle traveling from Manipur. Two suspects were arrested in Saitual.

James M • 19 May 2026

Mizoram Government Reviews Progress of HPC(D) Peace Accord Implementation

Mizoram officials met to evaluate the HPC(D) peace deal, focusing on development projects and rehabilitation for former cadres following the recent insurgency.

James M • 19 May 2026

Manipur Integrates Artificial Intelligence to Enhance Tribal Development and Governance

Manipur hosts a seminar on using AI for tribal development, aiming to improve public service delivery and governance efficiency under Janjatiya Garima Utsav.

James M • 19 May 2026

Kuki Inpi Manipur Extends Shutdown Across Kuki-Zo Regions by 48 Hours

Kuki Inpi Manipur has extended its regional shutdown by 48 hours following the killing of three church leaders and the alleged abduction of local civilians.

James M • 19 May 2026

Kuki Organisation for Human Rights Trust Challenges United Naga Council Claims on Manipur Conflict

The Kuki Organisation for Human Rights Trust disputes recent UNC claims, calling for an impartial probe and peaceful dialogue amidst ongoing Manipur tensions.

James M • 19 May 2026

Karbi Anglong Autonomous Council Extends Tenure of Local Municipal Representatives

The Karbi Anglong Autonomous Council has extended the terms of municipal board and town committee members by six months, effective through November 2, 2026.

James M • 19 May 2026

Security Forces Apprehend Seven Insurgent Cadres in Manipur Operations

Security forces arrested seven members of banned insurgent groups during coordinated operations across Manipur on May 17 and 18, seizing illegal weapons.

James M • 19 May 2026

COCOMI Demands Clarity Following Attacks on Kamjong Border Villages

COCOMI and allied groups demand government transparency regarding recent attacks by suspected militants on border villages in Manipur's Kamjong district.

James M • 19 May 2026

Liangmai Leaders Urge Manipur Government to Locate Six Abducted Men

Liangmai leaders met with the Manipur government to demand the return of six men abducted in Kangpokpi, urging for security reinforcements and peace efforts.

James M • 19 May 2026

Chandel Launches Jan Bhagidaari Campaign to Enhance Public Service Outreach

Chandel district administration has launched the Jan Bhagidaari campaign to improve government service delivery across 91 villages from May 18 to May 25.

James M • 19 May 2026

Global Naga Forum Urges Release of Remaining Hostages Amid Manipur Tensions

The Global Naga Forum has called for the immediate release of six remaining Naga hostages, urging transparency as anxiety grows over their safety in Manipur.

James M • 19 May 2026

Baptist Leaders Urge Release of Hostages Amid Manipur Tensions

High-level Baptist delegates met with Naga civil society leaders in Senapati to call for the immediate, unconditional release of hostages and regional peace.

James M • 19 May 2026

Thadou Baptist Association Demands Federal Probe Following Deadly Manipur Ambush

The Thadou Baptist Association seeks a CBI or NIA investigation into a deadly ambush in Manipur that claimed the lives of three senior church leaders.

James M • 19 May 2026

COCOMI Demands Accountability Following Border Village Attacks in Manipur

COCOMI and allied groups urge the Manipur government to investigate recent border village attacks and ensure the safety of residents in Kamjong district.

James M • 19 May 2026

United Naga Council Denies Involvement in Thadou Church Leader Killings

The United Naga Council rejects accusations regarding the murder of three Thadou church leaders, citing potential internal Kuki militant group involvement.

James M • 19 May 2026