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Manipur Government Issues Strong Warning Against Unauthorized Decrees and Threats to Public Safety
Dec 05, 2025 09:23 pm CST
The Manipur government has issued a firm warning against individuals and groups issuing unauthorized decrees or threats, emphasizing that such actions will face legal prosecution. Amid ongoing tensions following Meitei-Kuki ethnic clashes, authorities have established measures to address extortion and intimidation while urging citizens to report suspicious activities as the state approaches one year under President's rule.
Manipur's Proposal to Remove 'Any Kuki Tribes' from ST List: Understanding the Controversy and Its Implications
Nov 24, 2025 01:24 am CST
The Manipur government has formally requested the removal of the 'Any Kuki Tribes' category from the state's Scheduled Tribes list, arguing it's a redundant classification that enables illegal immigration. This proposal, pending since February 2023, has been met with hesitation from the Tribal Affairs Ministry due to the region's sensitive ethnic tensions. While the state government maintains no tribes would lose ST status as they're already listed individually, the Ministry has kept the matter on hold amid ongoing Meitei-Kuki conflicts that began in May 2023. This article examines the historical context, constitutional processes, and complex tribal identity issues at the heart of this controversial proposal.
Rajasthan High Court Orders BJP Government to Hold Simultaneous Panchayat and Municipal Elections by April 2026
Nov 14, 2025 10:31 pm CST
The Rajasthan High Court has directed the state government to conduct simultaneous Panchayat and Municipal elections by April 15, 2026, ruling that the BJP government must complete the delimitation process by December 31. The judgment addresses petitions challenging the postponement of local elections for nearly 6,759 panchayats and 55 municipalities, emphasizing that delays violate constitutional provisions despite the government's 'One State, One Election' initiative.
'Activist Sonam Wangchuk's Remarks Provoked Mob': Centre On Ladakh Violence
Sep 25, 2025 01:13 am CST
The government blamed activist Sonam Wangchuk for clashes in Ladakh today that killed four and injured many others.