ethnic conflict
Supreme Court Questions Partial Submission of Manipur Violence Audio Evidence in N Biren Singh Case
Dec 15, 2025 08:26 pm CST
The Supreme Court has raised concerns over why the complete 48-minute audio recording allegedly linking former Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh to the 2023 ethnic violence was not submitted for forensic examination. The court expressed dissatisfaction with the selective submission to the National Forensic Sciences University, which had previously declared the clips "tampered with." The case involves audio evidence related to violence between Meitei and Kuki communities that has claimed over 260 lives since May 2023.
Manipur BJP MLAs Convene in Delhi: Crucial Discussions on Peace Process and State's Future
Dec 15, 2025 12:57 am CST
BJP Manipur Legislature Party held a significant meeting in Delhi with over 30 MLAs to address the ongoing ethnic conflict and discuss strategies for restoring peace, forming a new government, and securing financial assistance for development projects in the state under President's rule.
31 Killed in Military Air Strike on Hospital in Myanmar: Escalating Violence Ahead of Controversial Elections
Dec 11, 2025 11:34 pm CST
A devastating military air strike on a hospital in Myanmar's Rakhine state killed 31 people including an infant, highlighting the escalating violence as the ruling junta prepares for contested December elections. The attack on Mrauk-U general hospital comes amid ongoing conflict with the Arakan Army rebels who control most of the region, exacerbating a severe humanitarian crisis.
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.
Manipur Conducts Protected Trial Run on NH-2 Amid Ethnic Tensions: A Step Towards Restoring Free Movement
Oct 07, 2025 02:50 am CST
Manipur authorities initiated a carefully managed trial run of passenger vehicles on National Highway 2 between Imphal and Senapati, escorted by state police and BSF forces. This strategic effort to restore safe transit avoids involvement of individuals from the conflicting Meitei and Kuki communities, following the Kuki-Zo Council's conditional reopening of the highway amid ongoing ethnic tensions.
Manipur Police-UKLF Conflict: Understanding Ceasefire Violations and SoO Agreement Challenges
Oct 04, 2025 03:37 pm CST
This article examines the complex tensions between Manipur Police and the United Kuki Liberation Front (UKLF) following a controversial police operation in Chandel district. It explores how the attempted arrest of a UKLF officer—labeled by police as a "suspected drug kingpin"—has raised fundamental questions about law enforcement jurisdiction under the suspension of operations (SoO) agreement. The incident highlights ongoing challenges in Manipur's fragile post-ethnic conflict environment, the uncertain boundaries between police authority and ceasefire protocols, and the broader implications for peace-building efforts in the border state.
Manipur Records Highest Violent Crime Rates in Northeast India: NCRB 2023 Data Reveals Impact of Ethnic Conflict
Oct 01, 2025 12:55 am CST
According to the 2023 NCRB report, Manipur experienced an unprecedented surge in violent crimes, recording 14,427 incidents amid ongoing ethnic conflict between Meiteis and Kukis. The state led the Northeast in rioting and arson cases, while also recording the highest number of crimes against Scheduled Tribes in India, reflecting the devastating impact of violence that has claimed over 260 lives since May 2023.
Kuki Body Denies Centre's Announcement Of Free Movement In Manipur
Sep 16, 2025 02:39 am CST
The Kuki Zo Council (KZC) which recently met the Centre has denied allowing free movement on National Highway-2. The KZC's announcement has created confusion since the Centre had in a statement said the KZC "decided to open National Highway-2".