BJP ally NPP withdraws support to Biren Singh-led govt in Manipur. ‘Cannot tolerate any more’
NPP chief Conrad Sangma wrote to Nadda conveying party’s decision. NPP local unit says ‘will go as per the wishes of the people in Manipur’. Key Points
ThePrint'2 bombs hit, my stomach was bleeding, legs went numb,' says 22-yr-old after 2nd Manipur 'drone' attack
Watham Sanatombi was critically injured in 2 September bombing of Senjam Chirang Maning Leikai village. Incident highlights escalating violence & more dangerous phase in Manipur conflict. Key Points
ThePrintWhat happens in closed-door meetings at Manipur CM's house & how he's hard at work to show 'PM cares'
CM has been holding meetings to address voters' concerns over Modi's absence from Manipur at time of crisis. Congress has filed complaint saying the meetings violate Model Code of Conduct. Key Points
ThePrintArmy officer kidnapped in Manipur, fourth such incident since conflict began
A Junior Commissioned Officer (JCO) of the Army, Konsam Kheda Singh, was kidnapped from his home in Manipur's Thoubal district by unknown individuals, marking the fourth such incident since the conflict in Manipur began. The reason for the abduction is not yet known, but it is suspected to be related to extortion. Security agencies have initiated a coordinated search operation to rescue the JCO, conducting checks on vehicles along National Highway 102. Key Points
Economic TimesArmy JCO abducted from his home in Manipur, security forces launch joint search operation
Konsam Kheda Singh was on leave when some people barged into his home Friday and bundled him in a vehicle and fled. This is the 4th incident since Manipur conflict began last May. Key Points
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Gunmen attack Manipur additional SP's home
India News: Unidentified gunmen fired several rounds at the private residence of a police officer in Manipur's Imphal East district. No one was harmed in the attack. Get the latest updates on the incident. Key Points
Times Of IndiaImphal on high alert after blast at DM university kills 1, civil society bats for political solution
A hand grenade was thrown at All Manipur Students’ Union office within Dhanamanjuri University campus, it is learnt. The blast, which also injured 1 person, sparked incidents of violence. Key Points
ThePrint'If Himanta can book a chopper...': Congress's swipe at PM for not visiting Manipur
'If Himanta can book a chopper...': Congress's salvo at PM for not visiting Manipur Key Points
India TodayAssam Rifles jawan shoots himself after opening fire at colleagues in Manipur camp, injures 6
The jawan later succumbed to his injuries. Others stable, receiving treatment. Manipur Police say incident not connected to ongoing ethnic conflict in state. Key Points
ThePrint3-member Home Ministry team lands in riot-hit Manipur to assess situation
A three-member Home Ministry team, headed by advisor AK Mishra, arrived in Imphal to assess situation in violence-hit Manipur. The group landed in Imphal on Monday evening, days after violence rocked Manipur once again. Key Points
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'You are not here to observe but to protect' — Manipur CM Biren Singh slams central forces
He was addressing a gathering as part of 52nd Statehood Day celebrations. On buzz about his possible resignation, CM said it was speculation & no such decision has been taken as of now. Key Points
ThePrintPM Modi extends wishes to Manipur on Statehood Day, hails ‘culture and traditions’ of state
Prime Minister Narendra Modi wished Manipur on their Statehood Day, expressing pride in the state's culture and traditions. Manipur, Meghalaya, and Tripura celebrated their Statehood Day on January 21, marking their 52nd foundation year as states. Key Points
mintWe understand your pain, will bring back harmony, peace: Rahul Gandhi to people of Manipur
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has begun the Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra in Manipur, pledging to bring peace and harmony to the violence-hit state. Addressing a public meeting, Gandhi criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi for not visiting Manipur amid the ethnic violence. The yatra will cover 6,713 km, spanning 100 Lok Sabha constituencies and 337 assembly segments, concluding in Mumbai on March 20. Key Points
Economic TimesHeavy fuel leak from Manipur power station, government orders immediate action
An incident of heavy fuel leakage from Manipur's Leimakhong Power Station has been reported. The fuel leak has spilt into the streams. The state government has directed all concerned departments to take immediate action to prevent such incidents. Key Points
India TodayGovt bans 9 Meitei extremist groups for five years
The Indian government has taken firm action against nine Meitei extremist groups operating in Manipur, as announced by the Ministry of Home Affairs. The official notification, issued on Monday, imposes a five-year ban on these organizations, including prominent ones such as the Peoples' Liberation Army (PLA) and its political counterpart Revolutionary Peoples' Front (RPF), as well as the United National Liberation Front (UNLF) and its armed wing Manipur Peoples' Army (MPA). Key Points
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Manipur Police officer’s killing sparks tension in Imphal as mob clashes with police after funeral
Family claims police officer Chingtham Anand Kumar’s body after meeting with CM N. Biren Singh. Kuki and Naga organisations call for shutdowns, blockades over ‘govt apathy’. Key Points
ThePrintHave heart-to-heart conversation to end trust deficit: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh to Meiteis, Kukis in Manipur
Manipur had been witnessing large-scale violence in the last few months. More than 180 people have lost their lives since ethnic violence broke out in the state on May 3, when a 'Tribal Solidarity March' was organised in the hill districts to protest against the Meitei demand for ST status. Key Points
FirstpostIN PICS | 5 months of Manipur crisis with violence, deaths and protests
It has been 5 months since the ethnic violence in Manipur began. The conflict continues to deepen as tensions flare between the Meitei and Kuki communities, with no justice in sight despite deaths and hate crimes. Key Points
India TodayManipur teen murders: CBI team arrests 4 people in Churachandpur, detains 2 minors
Two men & two women held, says CM Biren Singh. Arrests come days after a CBI team, led by Special Director Ajay Bhatnagar, arrived in the state to probe the case in wake of protests. Key Points
ThePrintHome Ministry deputes top cop who cracked Pulwama case, managed Kashmir law and order to Manipur
Rakesh Balwal is from Udhampur in Jammu. He will get a new job in Manipur soon, according to the source. This is the third important appointment the Home Ministry has made in Manipur recently Key Points
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Manipur violence: Mob attacks DC office in Imphal West; two vehicles torched
Violent protests in Manipur continue following the death of two youths, with a mob vandalizing the deputy commissioner's office and setting fire to two vehicles. The protests, led by students, started after photos of the bodies of the missing youths went viral on social media. Security forces clashed with protesters and fired tear gas shells to control the situation. Curfew has been re-imposed in Imphal East and West districts, and 65 demonstrators have been injured since Tuesday. Key Points
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