Manipur

How Manipur's prolonged conflict is reshaping communities

Manipur violence is expanding, with the killing of church leaders highlighting a wider pattern of Kuki and Naga group conflicts, abductions, and growing concerns over missing persons

Assam story: From infrastructure boom to industry-driven future

Assam is experiencing significant infrastructure development and economic growth, with landmark investments like the Tata Semiconductor plant signalling a shift towards high-value manufacturing and industry-driven expansion

Three Kuki church leaders killed in an ambush in Manipur after attending peace meetings; civilians held hostage

Reports also say that about 10 to 15 civilians are being held hostage by militants in the area following the attack

Manipur violence: Why protesters clashed with police amid march to CM's residence

This comes a day after at least 3 were killed in a gunfight between the Naga and Kuki tribes in the Naga-dominated region of Ukhrul

Manipur: Delay in arrests over five April killings leads to fresh protests, clashes

Tear gas shells were used by the security forces to disperse the crowd that hit the streets in the Valley region on Sunday evening, demading action against the Kuki-Zo militant groups

Manipur: 21 bunkers flattened, 13 IEDs seized by security forces after BSF jawan's killing

Security forces destroyed 14 bunkers in Sikibung village and seven in Mongkot Chepu, on Satuday, a police statement said

Manipur government’s first test: Why civil society outreach holds the key?

The government's immediate priority is to bridge the divide and steer the state out of the cycle of violence

Internet suspended, security beefed up as tension prevails in several districts. What's happening in Manipur?

A bomb attack in Bishnupur of Manipur claimed the lives of two young children and injured their mother, triggering heightened tension

Why didn’t Manipur stir the nation like the anti-Sikh riots or Kashmiri Pandit exodus?

Journalist-writer Hoihnu Hauzel's book, 'Stories the Fire Could Not Burn,' sheds light on the violence, displacement, and grief

After BAFTA win, Manipuri-language film 'Boong' gears up for wide theatrical release

Farhan Akhtar and Ritesh Sidhwani of Excel Entertainment, along with Chalkboard Entertainment and Suitable Pictures, are backing the movie directed by Lakshmipriya Devi

Manipur: Challenges galore before Khemchand government

An elected government is back in power in Manipur but, as fresh clashes reveal, more inclusive measures and dialogue are needed for actual reconciliation

'Manipur CM Khemchand harbours no ill feelings towards one community': Nemcha Kipgen

In an exclusive interview, Manipur deputy chief minister Nemcha Kipgen told THE WEEK that she believes in constructive action and not destructive politics

Manipur: Centre gets a buffer as Yumnam Khemchand Singh takes over as CM, but challenges remain

Yumnam Khemchand Singh has an old school, liberal image, often appreciated for his organisational skills in the BJP, which is now looking for him to play a key role in removing the distrust towards the central government to carry forward the peace talks

VIDEO | Why did Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge attack BJP over 'militarised zone' Manipur?

This comes as President Rule in the state was lifted on Feb 4, ahead of BJP leader and CM-designate Yumnam Khemchand Singh's oath ceremony this evening

Who is Yumnam Khemchand Singh? The BJP leader acceptable to Nagas and Kukis set to become Manipur CM

Yumnam Khemchand Singh has been elected as the BJP's legislature party leader in Manipur, positioning him to become the state's next CM

Who will be the next Manipur chief minister? BJP weighs Meitei-Kuki equation

Manipur chief minister selection is underway as the BJP central leadership deliberates on the new leader for the state government

Manipuri woman kills South Korean live-in partner in Greater Noida over excessive drinking, abuse

A 47-year-old South Korean man was allegedly stabbed to death by his 22-year-old live-in partner in Greater Noida following a dispute

'Positive things for a better Manipur': BJP MLAs head to Delhi amid government formation talks

Biren Singh and Speaker Th Satyabrata Singh were among the BJP MLAs who travelled to Delhi to meet their national leaders, amidst talks of President's Rule coming to an end in the northeast state

Thuingaleng Muivah is home!

As Thuingaleng Muivah comes home, all eyes on the Naga leader to give roadmap to peace

The NSCN(IM) general secretary makes a poignant return to his ancestral village Somdal in Ukhrul, Manipur, after more than five decades, marking a significant moment for the last surviving founding leader of the Naga movement

Manipur: Armed insurgents active in Valley; PLA in spotlight ahead of Raising Day

Occurring ahead of PLA's Raising Day, the attack on Assam Rifles in Manipur's Bishnupur district highlights renewed militant activity in the state

Manipur: Two Assam Rifles jawans killed after gunmen open fire at their vehicle

Two Assam Rifles jawans were killed and at least three injured in an ambush by armed men on their vehicle in Manipur's Bishnupur district

Manipur after the optics: What the PM Modi’s visit did and what must happen next

PM Modi's Lamka visit brought development promises, but true peace in Manipur demands a political compact, accountability, and trust, not just projects

Gaurav Gogoi slams PM Modi's Manipur visit: 'Just for image, rubbing salt on wounds'

Modi visited Manipur on Saturday, first since ethnic conflict began in May 2023. Modi interacted with displaced Kuki and Meitei families

'Three-hour PIT STOP in Manipur not compassion': Congress rips into PM Modi for 'delayed' visit

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday urged outfits to shun violence, and assured them that his government was with the people of Manipur, and wanted to make the state a symbol of peace and prosperity