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Manipur Congress Legislature Party leader Keisham Meghachandra Singh accused the BJP government of lacking a concrete roadmap to restore peace in the violence-hit state. His remarks followed Assembly data stating that the ethnic conflict has claimed 306 lives, with 49 missing

Manipur Chief Minister Y Khemchand Singh urged communities to collectively bridge the trust deficit, reject violence and promote harmony. During his visit to Kangpokpi, Singh highlighted the shared suffering of Meitei and Kuki communities and called for creating a peaceful future

A torchlight vigil demanding NRC updation before the Census in Manipur’s Kakching district turned violent after protesters allegedly pelted police with stones. Police responded with tear gas, leaving several agitators with minor injuries. Protesters also opposed the exercise before IDP resettlement

Security forces arrested seven militants, including a woman cadre, in separate operations across four Manipur districts, officials said. They also recovered arms and ammunition from Bishnupur and arrested two alleged drug peddlers, seizing around 53 grams of heroin

Four members of the Liangmai Naga community were killed and one injured in an alleged militant ambush in Manipur’s Kangpokpi district. Chief Minister Y Khemchand Singh ordered security forces to arrest the perpetrators, while Naga groups announced shutdowns and protests

Security forces arrested 13 militants belonging to various banned outfits during joint operations across five Manipur districts in the past 24 hours. They also recovered a large cache of arms and ammunition and destroyed three illegally constructed bunkers in Senapati district

In a major step towards peace in Manipur, 46 militants, including four women cadres of the KCP-Taibanganba faction, surrendered before the state government with 20 weapons. The government promised rehabilitation, monthly stipends, financial assistance and skill-based training to help them return to mainstream society

Two people were killed and two injured after suspected militants attacked Langka Naga village in Manipur’s Kangpokpi district, police said. The attack triggered retaliation by village volunteers and protests, including a shutdown call, amid continuing ethnic tensions in the state

The Supreme Court on Friday urged Kuki and Meitei groups in violence-hit Manipur to end road blockades and work towards restoring peace. The court sought details of blocked roads and concrete proposals within two weeks to restore essential supplies across the state

Security forces arrested 13 militants, including two leaders of banned outfits, during joint operations across several Manipur districts. Authorities recovered a large cache of arms, ammunition and other materials, while security measures including checkpoints and convoy protection were intensified across the State

Manipur Chief Minister Y Khemchand Singh on Sunday urged Meiteis to act as a “big brother” among communities to promote peace and development. Addressing a Tiranga Rally, he stressed unity among Meiteis, Kukis and Nagas and warned against elements fostering mistrust

The Supreme Court on Friday proposed setting up special courts for day-to-day trials in 2023 Manipur ethnic violence cases. It directed probe agencies to expedite pending investigations and ensured victims’ lawyers receive chargesheets within one week of contact

Y. Khemchand Singh alleged that vested interests were obstructing efforts to restore peace in violence-hit Manipur. Reaffirming his commitment to reconciliation, he said the government would continue outreach initiatives despite challenges and recent setbacks to the peace process

Two more persons were arrested in connection with the abduction and killing of six Naga civilians in Manipur's Kangpokpi district. A joint team of the NIA, Manipur Police and CRPF carried out the operation as efforts continue to trace other accused

A mob attacked an Assam Rifles camp in Manipur's Senapati district, torching vehicles and pelting stones following a security search operation. Security forces dispersed the crowd with tear gas, restoring order. No casualties were reported, while authorities continue efforts to maintain peace

Fresh ethnic tensions erupted in Manipur's Imphal West district after miscreants torched several abandoned Meitei houses. Security forces deployed tear gas to disperse an advancing mob of 600 people, averting a major communal clash. Two individuals have been arrested.

Draft electoral rolls released during Phase 3 of the Special Intensive Revision show around 22 lakh voters omitted across Odisha, Mizoram, Manipur and Sikkim. The Election Commission said excluded individuals can still seek inclusion before the final electoral rolls are published

Manipur’s latest draft electoral rolls reveal women voters continue to outnumber men, pushing the state's gender ratio to 1,057. Following a massive revision that removed over 1.58 lakh names, the final voter list will be published on September 6

Protesters clashed with security forces in Manipur's Imphal East during demonstrations against relocating the UNLF(P) camp. Residents said the camp provides security for valley villages, while authorities used tear gas to disperse protesters facilitating the camp's planned relocation

The Committee on Tribal Unity has urged the Centre and the Manipur government to remove alleged highway blockades by Naga groups within 48 hours. The organisation said the restrictions have disrupted transport, caused shortages of essential commodities and affected public movement