MANIPUR VIOLENCE NEWS
Manipur: Barber shops decide to down shutters indefinitely after multiple extortion threats
After an emergency meeting held on Thursday, the Manipur Barbers' Association (MBA) has resolved to close down all of their barber shops until further notice.
All works are carried out under the guidance of PM Modi: Manipur CM Biren Singh
In Manipur, Chief Minister N Biren Singh responded to criticism from the Congress over Prime Minister Narendra Modi's absence by emphasizing that efforts to restore peace are guided by the Prime Minister. Singh defended the government's actions, stating that all state and central operations, including security and relief work, are conducted under Modi's counsel. Meanwhile, Rahul Gandhi, Leader of the Opposition, visited the region and expressed disappointment at the ongoing ethnic strife, urging Modi to visit Manipur to hear the concerns of its people.
Manipur: Kuki Inpi calls for 12-hour shutdown in Kuki-Zo-dominated areas
In Kangpokpi there was protest demanding release of the arrested people. KIM Secretary, Information and Publicity Janghaolun Haokip stated amidst the brutal persecution of the Kuki-Zo people by the Manipur state.
Opposition leader Rahul Gandhi visits Manipur, meets victims of flash floods and community strife
Rahul Gandhi is visiting Manipur amid prolonged community unrest. The Meitei and Kukis communities have conflicted for almost a year. His visit follows the Congress party's victory in both Lok Sabha seats. The state is also dealing with flash floods, wh...
Manipur conflict: Displaced man ends life inside relief camp
Identified as Angom Premkumar of Tuibong area in the neighbouring Churachandpur district, the victim was found hanging around 9.15 pm at his prefabricated relief house set up on the premises of a state-run sericulture project at Kwakta.
PM Modi says efforts being taken to restore peace in Manipur
Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the situation in Manipur during his Rajya Sabha speech. He emphasized efforts to restore peace, welcomed suggestions, and urged the Opposition to prioritize the nation's welfare.
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Violence declining in Manipur, schools reopened in most parts: PM Modi in Rajya Sabha
Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the Rajya Sabha, highlighting a decline in violence in Manipur and the reopening of schools across most parts of the state. He emphasized ongoing efforts by the Centre, in collaboration with the state government and others, to restore complete peace. Modi also noted significant law enforcement actions, including the arrest of more than 500 individuals and the registration of over 11,000 FIRs in Manipur.
Manipur University postpones semester exams amid severe flooding
The ongoing flooding has caused significant disruption across the region, and this decision by Manipur University reflects the challenging conditions faced by the residents of the state. The university's administration is closely monitoring the situation and will provide updates as soon as it is possible to reschedule the exams.
Manipur violence: Assam's Cachar district admin plans house-to-house survey in villages along border
Cachar in Assam shares a border with Jiribam. Cachar District commissioner Rohan Kumar Jha, Superintendent of police Numal Mahatta and Additional DC of Jiribam Manoranjan Tokcham and Additional SP Thomas Tokcham held the meeting.
Manipur: 55 sensitive zones identified in the state
Union home minister Amit Shah chaired a high-level meeting last Monday to review the security situation in Manipur and sought to increase the strategic deployment of central forces to restore peace in the state. Meanwhile, rearrangement of security forces is being opposed in some places. The Hill Tribal Council in a statement said the proposal to deploy BSF at the Tengnoupal district should be condemned and withdrawn immediately for the sake of peace and harmony in the area.
Manipur Governor appeals for financial aid amidst state crisis
Manipur Governor Anusuiya Uikey addressed the economic and security challenges in the state, seeking financial assistance during a meeting with the Finance Minister. A delegation of leaders from the INDIA bloc, led by Okram Ibobi Singh and M. Nara, met with the Governor at Raj Bhavan, urging swift resolution of ongoing crises, particularly in Jiribam district, where violence has displaced residents into relief camps.
Manipur Chief Minister chairs all-party meeting amid rising security concerns
Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh chaired an all-party meeting to address the security and law enforcement situation in the state. He emphasized the need for concerted efforts among stakeholders to achieve lasting peace and development. Singh stated that under the guidance of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah, the central government has initiated plans to engage in dialogue with all parties involved.
Tensions rise in Manipur: Fatal shooting & bus torching incidents escalate security concerns
Unidentified assailants fatally shot a young man in Meijao Mamang Leikai, Wangoi police station area, Imphal West district. The victim was found with a gunshot wound to the back of his head. Meanwhile, a mob stopped and set ablaze a bus carrying CRPF personnel at Kangpokpi bazar in Kangpokpi district.
Myanmar refugees found in Maring area despite strict immigration measures: RAMO
RAMO conducted an inspection in Maring areas of Tengnoupal district, near Myanmar border in Manipur, revealing a significant presence of illegal Myanmarese migrant settlers.
Suspected militants ambush Manipur CM's advance security convoy, one injured
Suspected militants attacked the advance security convoy of Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh in Kangpokpi district, injuring one personnel. The convoy was en route to violence-affected Jiribam district when the ambush occurred around 10.30 am near Kotlen village along National Highway-53. Multiple gunshots were fired, prompting security forces to retaliate. One convoy vehicle's driver sustained bullet injuries and is being transported to a hospital in Imphal.
Manipur: Demand for replacement of minister alleging absence
As many as nine fora have submitted a memorandum addressed to Chief minister N Biren Singh. Manipur is under the grip of ethnic violence since May 3 last year.
Manipur: Security forces nab three armed cadres of Kangleipak Communist Party (Taibanganba)
At least 220 people have been killed, 1,500 injured and 60,000 displaced since violence broke out between the Meitei and Kuki-Zomi communities on May 3 last year.
Manipur: Heart of Imphal comes to a standstill following 24-hour total shutdown call
This shutdown, effective from Monday midnight until Tuesday midnight, has paralyzed business activities, further exacerbating the ongoing ethnic conflict.
Manipur: Labourer from Jharkhand killed, two others injured by unidentified assailants
A police official said that the assailants pulled out the three labourers of a construction company from their rented accommodation and shot them dead on the spot.
Protest in some areas of Manipur following withdrawal of Central security forces
The United Committee of Pukhao and Makeng Dolaithabi Gram Panchayat urged authorities concerned not to remove the BSF battalion deployed in Purum village.
Manipur MLA writes to CM Biren Singh for seeking deportation of Myanmar refugees
The MLA, Leishiyo Keishing, said the influx of illegal immigrants into Manipur since November 2023 and expressed alarm at the refugee population, which has surpassed 5800 individuals. Notably, biometric data for 5173 persons has been captured under the supervision of the District Administration.
National Green Tribunal lauded for suo motu action following Manipur CM's alert on forest cover loss
Addressing the media at his Secretariat in Imphal on Sunday, Singh lauded the NGT for swiftly taking note of the issue highlighted in his tweet, attributing the loss to deforestation, illegal encroachment, and widespread poppy cultivation.
Manipur: Four police personnel abducted at Kangpokpi, assaulted
The Committee on Tribal Unity (CoTU) has declared a 24-hour total shutdown in the entire Kangpokpi District to demonstrate their resentment over the abduction and brutal assault of the four Kangpokpi police personnel.
In strife-torn Manipur, youngsters take up arms to 'protect' villages
These youngsters, mostly in their late 20s and early 30s, identify themselves as volunteers and say they have taken up the responsibility to keep their own safe as security forces "could not do enough to protect us".
Ten Kuki-Zomi-Hmar MLAs condemn Manipur assembly’s resolution to urge Centre for SOO pact abrogation
Ten MLAs were not in assembly while the resolution was passed on Thursday. They stated, “We the Kuki-Zomi-Hmar MLAs would like to condemn and place on record our dissent and disapproval of this one-sided resolution emanating from prejudice, bias and hatred for our community that reflects a myopic view on the issue.
Manipur assembly resolves to urge Centre to abrogate SOO pact with all Kuki-Zo militant groups
Chief minister N Biren Singh stated in X, “The 12th Manipur Legislative Assembly on the 2nd day of its 5th session, unanimously resolved to urge the Central Government to completely abrogate the SoO pact with all the Kuki-Zo militant groups. This decision comes in the interest of ensuring peace and security in the region”.
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