Manipur
NHRC Demands Report on Restricted Movement on Manipur's National Highway-2: Constitutional Rights Violation Examined
Dec 12, 2025 03:33 am CST
The National Human Rights Commission has ordered Kangpokpi authorities to report on persistent blockades of National Highway-2 in Manipur, following a petition highlighting constitutional rights violations. The obstruction, rooted in ongoing Meitei-Kuki ethnic tensions, has severely impacted civilians' access to essential services, prompting potential Supreme Court intervention as communities remain divided over safety concerns and freedom of movement.
Manipur's Environmental Crisis: How Illegal Poppy Cultivation by Armed Militants is Causing Devastating Floods
Dec 05, 2025 02:51 am CST
Former Chief Minister N Biren Singh reveals how Manipur's recurring floods are directly linked to widespread forest destruction for illegal poppy cultivation by armed militants. Security forces have destroyed over 800 acres of illegal poppy fields in mountainous districts, but aerial surveys show hundreds more acres remain, threatening the state's environmental stability and fueling its ongoing crisis.
Naga Tribes Alert PM Modi About Illegal Migrants Claiming Ancestral Lands in Manipur
Dec 05, 2025 12:09 am CST
Four Naga tribes in Manipur have jointly appealed to Prime Minister Modi regarding illegal migration threatening their ancestral lands and cultural identity. The Joint Tribes Council claims unauthorized settlements linked to deforestation and opium cultivation are encroaching on indigenous territories, with militant groups now demanding separate administration in traditionally Naga areas.
Assam Rifles Soldiers Injured in Militant Attack Along India-Myanmar Border in Manipur's Tengnoupal District
Nov 28, 2025 07:07 pm CST
Four Assam Rifles personnel were injured when militants ambushed their patrol near border pillar No. 87 in Manipur's Tengnoupal district along the Myanmar border. Security forces have intensified operations in the region following the attack, with the injured soldiers airlifted to a military hospital in Leimakhong.
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 Crisis: Displaced Meitei Community Attempts Return Home Amid Ongoing Sangai Festival
Nov 22, 2025 12:38 am CST
Internally displaced Meitei community members in Manipur attempted to return to their villages after more than two years in relief camps, citing the ongoing Sangai Festival as evidence of restored peace. Security forces intervened to prevent their movement toward areas with security concerns, leading to brief clashes with protesters.
RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat's Strategic Visit to Conflict-Affected Manipur Amid Leadership Discussions
Nov 20, 2025 04:33 pm CST
RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat has arrived in Manipur for a significant three-day visit, his first since the Meitei-Kuki ethnic violence began in May 2023. During his stay, he will meet with various community leaders, entrepreneurs, and intellectuals as part of RSS's centenary celebrations. His visit coincides with ongoing discussions about leadership changes in the state, which is currently under President's rule following former Chief Minister N Biren Singh's resignation in February.
RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat's First Visit to Manipur Since 2023 Ethnic Violence: Scheduled Meetings with Community Leaders
Nov 19, 2025 02:09 pm CST
RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat will visit Manipur from November 20-22, his first trip since ethnic violence erupted in 2023. During the three-day visit connected to RSS centenary celebrations, he will meet with entrepreneurs, tribal leaders, and prominent citizens in Imphal, but has no scheduled visits to relief camps housing thousands displaced by the conflict that has claimed over 260 lives.
RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat: "Bharat and Hindu Are Synonymous" - Defining India's Civilizational Identity
Nov 19, 2025 02:39 am CST
RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat during his Guwahati visit defined 'Hindu' as a civilizational identity beyond religion, stating anyone proud of India is Hindu. He addressed demographic concerns in Assam, advocated for responsible social media usage, and emphasized RSS's role in character-building and unifying India's diverse cultural landscape.
Thuingaleng Muivah Returns to Manipur Homeland After 50 Years: Historic Milestone in Naga Peace Process
Oct 22, 2025 10:25 pm CST
After half a century, 91-year-old Thuingaleng Muivah, chief of the Northeast's largest insurgent group NSCN(IM), has made a historic return to his native village in Manipur's Ukhrul district. This landmark visit, welcomed by local communities and facilitated by the Central government, represents a significant step forward in the long-running Naga peace negotiations that began in 1997 and could potentially accelerate the settlement of longstanding demands.