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In an effort to bridge divides during the ongoing ethnic tensions in Manipur, the Assam Rifles organized a pivotal gathering with local leaders in the Tamenglong district. Leaders representing both the Naga and Kuki communities, along with officials from civil administration and law enforcement, took part in conversations designed to enhance mutual understanding and solidarity.

In a heartening turn of events, Manipur has witnessed a significant reduction in tensions as 28 civilians, previously held by armed factions, have been freed due to dedicated mediation efforts. These abductions, which were part of a series of violent clashes involving the Naga and Kuki-Zo communities, have been met with widespread relief.

Manipur faces a critical crisis as tensions rise following the tragic deaths of three church leaders and a civilian, leading to a wave of kidnappings and paralyzing shutdowns in the hilly regions. With reports of over 38 hostages taken by conflicting factions, authorities are urgently working to negotiate their freedom.

In a concerted effort, representatives from civil society, officials from the Manipur government, and security forces are engaging in crucial negotiations aimed at releasing the remaining hostages. The successful retrieval of 31 individuals from Kangpokpi and Senapati districts has spurred authorities to ramp up their initiatives for the liberation of the others.

In a volatile development, the Kuki National Army-Burma has crossed into Manipur, igniting tensions by launching assaults on three villages inhabited by the Tangkhul Naga in Kamjong district. Swift action by the Assam Rifles led to the rescue of a woman who had been kidnapped amid the chaos.

Assures Development, Water Supply For Ukhrul Villages

The Supreme Court heard arguments on whether religious practices, like the nudity of Digambar Jain sadhus, can be banned. The Travancore Devaswom Board argued that courts shouldn't judge core religious tenets, citing a Nepal SC ruling on Naga Sadhus. The board emphasized that a community's belief determines religious practice, not external adjudication.

In a show of unity, Naga students, church members, and civil society organizations gathered in Kohima to protest a new government directive requiring Vande Mataram to be played at public events and educational institutions.

Naga men, women, and children were abducted by suspected militants along Manipur's Ukhrul-Imphal Road, potentially escalating ethnic tensions. A Naga organization blamed Kuki militants, demanding their immediate release. The Manipur Chief Minister appealed for the unconditional release of all civilians and urged stakeholders to maintain peace.

Noting that the naga society, particularly Dimapur, has been witnessing unprecedented criminal activities in recent years, the NSCN (Khole-Kitobi) has unanimously resolved to take action against the perpetrators of the crimes.

KOHIMA: Nagaland chief minister S C Jamir on Saturday said internecine conflicts were destroying the naga society and causing great setback to the ongoing peace process and called for an immediate halt to clashes.

In 1984, it began as a group of women trying to stop the increasing use of drugs and alcohol among Nagas.

He also added that the need of the hour is for the naga society to come together under a spirit of unity and reconciliation both amongst the undergrounds and the over grounds.

Accusing Imkong L Imchen of violating the oath of secrecy that he had taken while swearing in as the state home minister, the Nagaland Pradesh Congress Committee (NPCC) on Thursday said he had lost the moral right to continue in the cabinet and the assembly.