Manipur

Two women cadres among six militants held in Manipur; arms, IED recovered

Security forces in Manipur arrested six hardcore militants, including two women cadres, linked to insurgent groups. Arms and ammunition were recovered from the militants, and an improvised explosive device (IED) containing 10 kg of explosives was defused.

10 days ago

Manipur: Security tightened in Bishnupur after unidentified attackers open fire

Manipur's enduring ethnic divide: Pathways to reconciliation amidst unresolved issues

Manipur's future depends on collective commitment to these principles: only through impartial action, accountability, and genuine dialogue can the state move beyond division toward a durable peace that honours the dignity and security of all its communities.

Jan 23, 2026

306 acres of illegal poppy cultivation destroyed in Manipur

Over the past two months, similar operations across six hill districts—Kangpokpi, Ukhrul, Tamenglong, Chandel, Tengnoupal, and Senapati—have eradicated more than 1,000 acres of poppy fields, potentially halting nearly 9,000 kg of opium production. The efforts, part of Manipur's ongoing 'War Against Drugs,' reflect coordinated measures by Central and state authorities under challenging terrain and weather conditions to curb narcotics production, dismantle funding networks for insurgency, and ensure long-term security in the region.

Jan 18, 2026

Self-styled 'Major' among 4 militants arrested in Manipur; huge cache of arms seized

Self-styled 'Major' among four arrested in Manipur; huge cache of arms seized

A senior police official said that Koijam lbochouba is the self-styled 'Major' of the People's Liberation Army (PLA) and its sister outfit Revolutionary People's Front (RPF), and he was a wanted insurgent in connection with the 2017 Ambush on Assam Rifles at Sajik Tampak in Chandel district, the official said.

Nov 17, 2025

Seven more militants arrested in Manipur, arms and drugs recovered

A police official said that the seven militants were arrested from four districts -- Imphal East, Imphal West, Bishnupur and Kakching.The arrested militants belonged to the Kangleipak Communist Party (KCP) and People's Liberation Army (PLA)/Revolutionary People's Front (RPF).

Oct 5, 2025

PM Modi Hails 'Made-in-India' Weapons for Safeguarding Nation During 'Operation Sindoor'

India is the fastest growing economy in the world, PM Modi reiterated. "We are also seeing the growth of Make In India and exports. During 'Operation Sindoor', you all saw how our soldiers taught a lesson to those who sponsor terror. The whole nation was filled with a sense of pride about our armed forces.

Sep 13, 2025

Centre to extend President's Rule in Manipur till Feb 2026 amid security concerns

The House admitted the notice and passed the resolution, which said: "That this House approves the continuance in force of the Proclamation dated February 13, 2025, in respect of Manipur, issued under Article 356 of the Constitution by the President, for a further period of six months with effect from August 13, 2025."

Jul 25, 2025

16 militants arrested, 35 arms recovered in separate operations in Manipur

The Army and other Central and state security forces have arrested ten hardcore militants of different outfits and recovered 35 different types of arms, 11 Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs), a large cache of ammunition and other war-like stores from five districts.

Jul 15, 2025

Assam Rifles heightens vigil along India-Myanmar border after Manipur encounter

The Assam Rifles has intensified its surveillance along the India-Myanmar border in Manipur in the wake of the intensive counter-insurgency operations in Chandel district, in which ten armed militants were neutralised and a huge cache of arms and ammunition recovered, officials said on Friday.

May 16, 2025

Peace returning to Manipur, 7,000 houses approved: FM Nirmala Sitharaman in Rajya Sabha

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Tuesday informed the Rajya Sabha about the steps taken to restore normalcy in violence-hit Manipur.

Mar 18, 2025

Meet Satyabati Devi: The woman author advocating peace in Manipur & promoting state's traditions

Haobam Satyabati Devi, the prolific author with many prestigious awards in her kitty, including the Sahitya Kala Akademi Award 2024, for her stupendous contribution to literature, has been advocating peace in Manipur and promoting the state's culture and traditions through her work.

Mar 8, 2025

Two successive quakes hit Manipur districts, no casualties reported

Two consecutive earthquakes, including one of 5.7 magnitude, jolted several Manipur districts and adjoining northeastern states, officials said.

Mar 5, 2025

Manipur CM Biren Singh quits a day ahead of Assembly session

A day before a crucial Assembly session, Manipur Chief Minister N. Biren Singh on Sunday submitted his resignation to Governor A.K. Bhalla. Biren Singh, however, has been requested by the Governor to continue as the caretaker CM.

Feb 9, 2025

Inter-district public transport resumes in six Manipur districts

Manipur: Inter-district public transport resumes in six districts after 19 months

After around 19 months, inter-district public transport resumed on Wednesday in six districts comprising valley and hilly regions

Dec 4, 2024

Justice D Krishnakumar sworn-in as 8th Chief Justice of Manipur High Court

Justice D Krishnakumar was on Friday sworn in as the eighth Chief Justice of Manipur High Court, during a brief ceremony held at the Raj Bhavan here.

Nov 22, 2024

Amid escalating violence, MHA to send 50 more companies of central forces to Manipur

Manipur Violence: Centre to deploy 50 more companies of central forces

Amid the escalating violence in Manipur, the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) on Monday decided to provide an additional 50 companies of Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF) to the state government to deal with the prevailing law and order situation, officials said.

Nov 18, 2024

Manipur: Protester shot dead during clash with security forces in Jiribam

Manipur Violence: Protester shot dead during clash with security forces in Jiribam

A protester was shot dead during a clash between security forces and a mob in Manipur's violence-hit Jiribam district, officials said on Monday.

Nov 18, 2024

Manipur: RSS slams merciless killing of hostages, asks govt for swift resolution

The Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) on Monday strongly condemned the inhuman, brutal and merciless acts of killing women and children, after keeping them in captivity for days and asked the Central as well as state government to "sincerely" resolve the ongoing conflict at the earliest.

Nov 18, 2024

Top Army officer reviews emerging security situation and operational preparedness in Manipur

A top Army officer toured some Manipur districts to review the emerging internal security situation in the ethnic violence-hit state and discuss operational preparedness with senior Army and Assam Rifles officials, defence officials said on Thursday.

Nov 14, 2024

Manipur: Hand grenade found in front of college near Raj Bhavan

A powerful live hand grenade was found at the gates of Ghanapriya Women's College, located less than 100 metres from the Raj Bhavan here on Monday, police said.

Oct 28, 2024

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Manipur

Two women cadres among six militants held in Manipur; arms, IED recovered

Manipur's enduring ethnic divide: Pathways to reconciliation amidst unresolved issues

306 acres of illegal poppy cultivation destroyed in Manipur

Self-styled 'Major' among four arrested in Manipur; huge cache of arms seized

Seven more militants arrested in Manipur, arms and drugs recovered

PM Modi Hails 'Made-in-India' Weapons for Safeguarding Nation During 'Operation Sindoor'

Centre to extend President's Rule in Manipur till Feb 2026 amid security concerns

16 militants arrested, 35 arms recovered in separate operations in Manipur

Assam Rifles heightens vigil along India-Myanmar border after Manipur encounter

Peace returning to Manipur, 7,000 houses approved: FM Nirmala Sitharaman in Rajya Sabha

Meet Satyabati Devi: The woman author advocating peace in Manipur & promoting state's traditions

Two successive quakes hit Manipur districts, no casualties reported

Manipur CM Biren Singh quits a day ahead of Assembly session

Manipur: Inter-district public transport resumes in six districts after 19 months

Justice D Krishnakumar sworn-in as 8th Chief Justice of Manipur High Court

Manipur Violence: Centre to deploy 50 more companies of central forces

Manipur Violence: Protester shot dead during clash with security forces in Jiribam

Manipur: RSS slams merciless killing of hostages, asks govt for swift resolution

Top Army officer reviews emerging security situation and operational preparedness in Manipur

Manipur: Hand grenade found in front of college near Raj Bhavan

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