imphal east

An explosion believed to be from a grenade rocked the area near the cargo terminal of Imphal airport on Sunday, thankfully leaving no one injured. This incident adds to the already tense atmosphere as it marks three years since the onset of the Manipur conflict.

The assassination of Manipur's foremost church leader heralds a critical juncture for the central government's attempt to reestablish stability. With elections approaching, an extensive mobilization of elite CRPF units, complete with advanced technology like drones and armored vehicles, is set to combat the prevalent gun culture and reinforce the rule of law in the tumultuous region.

In Manipur, the turmoil of three years was met with a vibrant rally advocating for peace and justice, where citizens boldly declared May 3 as 'Anti-Narco Terrorism Day'. Meanwhile, Churachandpur reverberated with voices for 'Separation Day', honoring those displaced. Frustration over the central government’s lack of action was palpable among the thousands who gathered.

In a poignant meeting, family members of the victims, alongside representatives from the JAC, engaged with the Chief Minister of Manipur to address the tragic bomb attack in Tronglaobi that claimed the lives of two innocent children. As emotions run high, continuous protests are echoing calls for decisive military intervention against militants and appropriate compensation for those affected.

In a heartfelt gesture, Manipur Chief Minister Khemchand Singh extended a financial aid of Rs 10 lakh to the bereaved family of a young girl tragically affected by a horrific crime. During his visit to a local relief camp, he expressed his condolences and reaffirmed his commitment to ensuring justice.

In a bid to curb misinformation and prevent unrest, authorities in Manipur have decided to prolong the mobile internet suspension across five districts for an additional 48 hours. This action follows intense protests ignited by the tragic deaths of two children. While fixed broadband connections are back online under specific conditions, mobile data services continue to face restrictions.

In a heartbreaking turn of events, a seven-year-old girl who had gone missing from a relief camp in Imphal was discovered lifeless beneath a bridge. Authorities suspect foul play, indicating potential sexual assault and murder. Swift action by investigators, aided by CCTV footage, led to the arrest of a fellow camp resident.

In imphal east, residents uprooted from their homes joined forces with a human rights organization to voice their objections against a government-led census initiative. Their concerns spotlight the critical issues of ongoing displacement and property loss. They assert that resettlement must be prioritized before any census activities can commence.

In a bid to maintain order and safeguard public peace, the district magistrate of imphal east has implemented strict prohibitory measures for the next two months. This decision arises from a concerning report by the local superintendent of police, who highlighted the risk of potential illegal actions from certain groups.

A pre-dawn bomb attack in Manipur's Bishnupur district killed two young siblings and critically injured their mother, reigniting widespread unrest. Protesters attempted to storm a police station, leading to injuries amid firing. Authorities have suspended internet services in several districts to quell the escalating tensions.

In a tragic turn of events, Manipur witnesses its third fatality linked to CRPF gunfire amidst rising societal tensions. Protesters fill the streets, calling for the Chief Minister's resignation in the wake of a bomb blast that claimed the lives of two innocent children. Authorities are making strides in capturing the perpetrators, having already made several arrests.

Protests erupted in Manipur's Bishnupur district after a bomb attack killed two children. Residents took to the streets, torching vehicles and vandalizing police property. Security forces reportedly opened fire, injuring several demonstrators. The chief minister condemned the "barbaric act," as fears resurface in a region previously affected by ethnic conflict.

In a tragic turn of events in Bishnupur district, Manipur, a devastating bomb blast claimed the lives of two Meitei children and left their mother critically injured. The incident ignited widespread protests, which escalated tensions, prompting security forces to open fire, resulting in two additional casualties. To regain control, authorities have enforced a curfew and suspended internet access.

In a bold stand against inadequate support, displaced families from Ekou village returned financial aid meant for their housing, highlighting the government's neglect in ensuring their safe resettlement. Approximately 50 families collectively returned Rs 24 lakh, labeling the Rs 3 lakh compensation as insufficient in light of escalating living costs and unmet resettlement timelines.

Fresh tensions flared in imphal east as armed miscreants, suspected to be from the Kuki community, fired upon Meitei villagers collecting firewood. No casualties were reported, but security was heightened. Meanwhile, heavy firing between Tangkhul Naga and Kuki groups continued in Ukhrul, with a high-level review meeting held by the Manipur CM.

In a troubling turn of events, a bomb explosion shook the neighborhood of a Congress leader's residence in imphal east, underscoring the ongoing challenges to law and order in Manipur. Fortunately, no individuals were harmed, but the blast did cause damage to nearby property.

In a bold operation, security forces in Manipur uncovered a staggering haul of weapons and explosives across five districts, including 50 improvised explosive devices. This discovery sheds light on the vast caches held by insurgent factions. The seizure also included over 100 guns, a plethora of grenades, and sophisticated communication equipment.

Manipur security forces seized a significant haul of narcotics, including WY tablets and brown sugar, from an SUV during a naka check in Tengnoupal. The vehicle's registration certificate and a mobile phone were also recovered. This incident follows recent arrests of alleged cadres involved in extortion activities in the region.

Two persons, including a 58-year-old woman, died of Covid-19 in Imphal in the last 24 hours, taking the state’s toll to 291. The woman, who was from Imphal West district, died at RIMS hospital, while the second victim, aged 70, was from imphal east and succumbed to the virus at JNIMS hospital, a state health department statement informed on Wednesday.

Manipur recorded three more coronavirus-related deaths in the last 24 hours, taking the state’s toll to 197. The victims were residents of the valley imphal east and Thoubal districts, a state health department statement informed on Sunday.

Manipur transport, tribal affairs and hills minister Vungzagin Valte on Sunday said that construction of a new medical college, which will offer 100 MBBS setas, would begin soon near Mata village in Churachandpur district.

In an incident that inspired surprise and dread in equal measure, a severed human hand was found lying on the Imphal-Dimapur highway in Manipur’s Senapati district on Wednesday evening. The hand, which was found near a temple located on a stretch of the road between Maram Centre and Maram Bazaar, is believed to have been carried to the spot by a street dog, cops said.

A joint team of Manipur Police and Assam Rifles on Monday evening held six rebels of the United Socialist Revolutionary Army (USRA) in the Andro area of imphal east district.

A large number of migrants on Saturday carried out demonstration at Telipati in imphal east district against the killing of a delivery man from Bihar by miscreants on Friday afternoon.