Manipur

November 28, 2024 3:18 PM

After two-week closure, educational institutions in Manipur to resume regular classes from Friday

After two weeks of closure, regular classes in all educational institutions, including schools and universities in six districts, will resume from Friday, an official said on Thursday. Director of Education (Schools) L. Nandakumar Singh and Joint Secretary (Higher and Technical Education Department), Daryal Juli Anal in separate orders asked all the district and zonal level officers to take appropriate steps to resume the classes of all government, private, government-aided educational institut...

November 18, 2024 12:39 PM

NIA takes over three key Manipur violence cases

The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has assumed control of three cases linked to the recent outbreaks of violence in Manipur, which resulted in significant loss of life and widespread disruption to public order. The cases were transferred from Manipur Police to the NIA following a directive from the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA). The violence, which has escalated in recent months, has led to fatalities and heightened social unrest in the northeastern state. Among the cases taken over is a...

November 17, 2024 10:12 AM

Manipur: authorities impose total curfew in Imphal until further notice

Authorities in Manipur have imposed a total curfew in Imphal following a surge in violence that targeted homes and properties of public officials, including ministers and MLAs. The unrest prompted swift action from law enforcement to restore order in the region. In a series of operations across Imphal East, Imphal West, and Bishnupur districts, the police arrested 23 individuals suspected of involvement in the attacks. Among the items recovered from the suspects were a .32 pistol, seven rounds ...

October 5, 2024 9:55 AM

Manipur: Security forces ramp up operations, seize arms and ammunition in vulnerable areas

Security forces in Manipur have intensified search and seizure operations across vulnerable areas of the state as part of ongoing efforts to restore peace and stability. In a major crackdown, forces conducted operations in the fringe and vulnerable areas of both the hill and valley districts, uncovering a significant cache of arms and ammunition. During the operation, Manipur Police and Assam Rifles recovered a variety of weapons from Khengmol Hill in Churachandpur District. The seized items in...

September 17, 2024 3:36 PM

“We have created a roadmap to solve Manipur issue”: Home Minister Amit Shah

Union Home Minister Amit Shah announced on Tuesday that the BJP-led central government has developed a roadmap to address the ongoing crisis in Manipur. Speaking at a press conference marking the first 100 days of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's third term, Shah emphasized the government's commitment to restoring peace in the troubled state. Shah characterized the violence in Manipur as racial in nature, saying that a resolution can only be achieved through dialogue between the affected groups. ...

April 26, 2024 5:40 PM

Lok Sabha polls: Tripura records 68.92 pc voter turnout till 3 pm, Maharashtra at lowest with 43.01 pc

Tripura is leading the voter turnout charts as 68.92 per cent voting percentage was recorded in the State till 3 pm as per the data released by the Election Commission of India on Friday. Other States where higher voter turnout has been recorded are -- Manipur (68.48 per cent), Chhattisgarh (63.92 per cent), West Bengal (60.60 per cent), and Assam (60.32 per cent). So far, Maharashtra has registered the lowest voting percentage in phase 2 of Lok Sabha polls with 43.01 per cent till 3 p...

April 22, 2024 11:23 AM

Re-polling underway at 11 booths in Manipur

Re-polling is taking place today at 11 polling booths in the Inner Manipur parliamentary constituency following reports of violence during the first phase of Lok Sabha election on Friday. Security has been tightened at the affected booths where miscreants opened fire and destroyed the Electronic Voting Machines. The decision for re-polling was announced by the chief electoral officer of Manipur after the Election Commission of India declared the voting at these stations as void. Manipur saw a ...