#Politics

Manipur People's Party demands end to Kuki militant ceasefire

The Manipur People's Party wants the government to cancel its ceasefire pact with Kuki armed groups and treat all local village guards fairly.

Ratan Singh • 15 Sep 2026

VPP Chief Targets SSA Leader Over NPP Ties

Ardent Basaiawmoit slammed SSA president Aristotle Rymbai for his political ties and opposition to the VPP's demand to remove Education Secretary Mantri.

Walrik Marak • 15 Sep 2026

Ardent Basaiawmoit Accuses CM Sangma of Political Maneuvering in Nongkrem

VPP chief Ardent Basaiawmoit claims CM Conrad Sangma's frequent trips to Smit for Jadoh are a calculated effort to erode his support in Nongkrem.

NEWire Desk • 15 Sep 2026

Meghalaya Opposition Struggles to Build Unified Front

Meghalaya's fragmented opposition parties lack a shared agenda, threatening their electoral chances as they look toward the 2028 Assembly elections.

Walrik Marak • 15 Sep 2026

VPP Corrects Mawlai MLA Funding Report

The Voice of the People Party corrected an error regarding the title of Dr. Kara Chen, who serves as vice president, following a local funding report.

Walrik Marak • 15 Sep 2026

Jacob Zhimomi Calls for End to Tribal Blocs in Nagaland

Nagaland Minister Jacob Zhimomi has urged the state to abandon tribal divisions and groupism to ensure the future survival of the Naga people.

Naro Jamir • 14 Sep 2026

NPF Hits Back at Critics Over Naga Peace Talks

The NPF is pushing back against Dr. SC Jamir and the CNFN, defending its track record on Naga political talks and rejecting calls for President's Rule.

Naro Jamir • 14 Sep 2026

Manipur BJP Leaders Back Amit Shah on NRC Base Year Pledge

Manipur BJP leaders urge faith in Amit Shah's NRC base year assurance as the state pushes for verified census records to stabilize the region.

Diana Moirangthem • 14 Sep 2026

Manipur Regional Parties Unite to Form New Coordination Committee

Regional political parties in Manipur have formed a new committee to draft a common agenda and address critical state issues through collective action.

Diana Moirangthem • 14 Sep 2026

Professor Mahendra Lama Denies Sikkim Territory Claims in Gorkhaland Roadmap

Professor Mahendra Lama clarified that his Gorkhaland roadmap does not target Sikkim territory after a draft sparked widespread political concern.

Aiden Bhutia • 14 Sep 2026

Tripura Officials Finalize Security Plan for September 28 TTAADC Elections

State officials reviewed security for upcoming TTAADC village committee polls. Over 10,000 nominations are valid for the September 28 election date.

Ayan Debbarma • 14 Sep 2026

Manipur CM Khemchand Defends BJP Amid Ongoing State Crisis

Manipur CM Y Khemchand Singh claims the BJP is working to restore peace as violence in the state enters its second year since the May 2023 outbreak.

Ranjana Devi • 14 Sep 2026

Meghalaya Remembers Former Chief Minister DD Lapang

Meghalaya marked the first death anniversary of former Chief Minister DD Lapang, honoring his political legacy and commitment to public service in Ri Bhoi.

NEWire Desk • 14 Sep 2026

VPP Blasts Meghalaya Government Over Rural Neglect

VPP leader Batskhem Myrboh slammed the MDA government for prioritizing urban prestige projects while rural villages lack basic roads and bridges.

NEWire Desk • 14 Sep 2026

Eight Meghalaya UDP Lawmakers Eye High-Stakes Switch to BJP

Eight UDP MLAs weigh joining the BJP, testing voter loyalty and regional identity ahead of the 2028 Meghalaya Assembly elections.

Walrik Marak • 14 Sep 2026

Manipur MP Akoijam Denies Sexual Harassment Claims

Manipur MP Angomcha Bimol Akoijam dismissed sexual harassment allegations from JNU students, labeling the media coverage as unethical and illegal.

Ratan Singh • 14 Sep 2026

Naga Students Federation Defends Inner Line Permit Against Legal Challenges

The NSF insists the Inner Line Permit remains a vital regulatory tool for Nagaland, rejecting claims that it violates constitutional rights.

Kiyeto Swu • 14 Sep 2026

Nagaland Electoral Roll Revision Nears Finish Line With Thousands of Forms Uncollected

Nagaland officials report 157,451 uncollectable electoral forms as house-to-house collection efforts end September 14 ahead of roll publication.

Naro Jamir • 13 Sep 2026

MAYOL Launches Voter Awareness Drive in Bishnupur

MAYOL and Toubul Apunba Tengbang Lup held a voter awareness campaign in Bishnupur to encourage informed political participation and national regeneration.

Ranjana Devi • 13 Sep 2026

Assam BJP Fires Back at Congress Leader Bhupesh Baghel

Assam BJP leaders slammed Bhupesh Baghel for his critique on flood management and price hikes, citing past corruption scandals during his Chhattisgarh tenure.

Bibar Daimary • 13 Sep 2026