Fresh Violence Erupts in Manipur Manipur, a state already reeling under months of ethnic tensions, witnessed another surge of violence with six more deaths reported in fresh clashes. These incidents have further aggravated the volatile situation, leaving communities divided and fearful. Security forces were deployed to maintain order, but the…
on November 29, the United National Liberation Front (UNLF), an extremist group long active in Manipur, officially inked a peace agreement with the Indian government, pledging to abandon violence. The announcement was made by Union Home Minister Amit Shah, marking a historic milestone in the quest for lasting peace in…
The Kuki-Zo community’s Indigenous Tribal Leaders Forum (ITLF) in Manipur has announced that members in three districts will exercise “self-rule.” As per The Hindu’s report, ITLF General Secretary Muan Tombing stated that individuals from the Kuki-Zo community in Tengnoupal, Kangpokpi, and Churachandpur districts will experience self-rule, emphasizing that the community…
Retired Lieutenant General, emphasizes Manipur’s Strategic Significance in the North East. In 2019, discussions unfolded regarding the promotion of Burmese religious tourism to Gaya, Bihar, the advancement of medical tourism to Imphal, and the strategic vision for transforming Manipur into a central hub for trade, transportation, and storage. This perspective…
In a recent address to the Bihar legislative assembly, Chief Minister Nitish Kumar’s comments linking women’s education to population control have sparked a heated debate, with both supporters and critics weighing in on the matter. Kumar suggested that educated women are better equipped to make informed decisions about their reproductive…
The incident in Manipur, where two women were subjected to a horrifying ordeal of being stripped, raped, and paraded naked on the streets, has raised questions about the role and responsiveness of the National Commission for Women (NCW). The shocking incident, which occurred on May 4, 2023, highlights the urgent…
In a troubling turn of events, a police officer in Manipur, a northeastern state of India, was shot dead by suspected insurgents while overseeing the construction of a helipad in Moreh, a trading town on the border with Myanmar. This brazen attack has sparked concerns and marked a significant increase…
Imphal, Manipur: The heart-wrenching disappearance and subsequent discovery of the bodies of two promising students from Manipur, 17-year-old Hijam Linthoingambi and 20-year-old Phijam Hemjit, have sent shockwaves across the nation. The tragic incident, which occurred in July 2023, has raised questions about the handling of the case and ignited calls…
In the picturesque landscapes of India’s northeastern Manipur state, a grim tableau unfolds. Four men kneel in a makeshift bunker, their eyes locked on a rival fortification barely a mile away. Homemade bulletproof vests adorn their bodies, while aging shotguns, some single and others double-barreled, rest within arm’s reach. The…
On Wednesday, a disturbing video came out from Manipur’s Kangpokpi, portraying the troubling incident of two women being paraded naked and being subjected to molestation. This incident has exploded into widespread anger and prompted the opposition leaders to voice out about the safety of women and the effectiveness of the…