Governor AK Bhalla
President Murmu Calls for Peace and Unity in Divided Manipur During Historic Visit
Dec 13, 2025 04:17 am CST
During her first visit to conflict-affected Manipur since ethnic violence erupted in 2023, President Droupadi Murmu emphasized that the state's strength lies in its diversity. Meeting with displaced persons and tribal communities, she urged reconciliation between the valley-dominant Meitei and hill-based Kuki populations while reaffirming the government's commitment to development and peace initiatives across the region currently under President's rule.
Manipur Heritage Crisis: Inquiry Demanded Into Demolition of Historic Redlands Building in Shillong
Oct 13, 2025 12:00 am CST
Manipur BJP MLA Rajkumar Imo Singh has requested an official investigation into the controversial demolition of the Redlands Building in Shillong, a historic structure where Manipur's last ruler signed the 1949 merger agreement with India. Following public outrage, authorities have promised to reconstruct the building while preserving its original architectural design, raising questions about heritage preservation protocols and accountability in northeastern India's historical landmarks.