News for 'Meiteis'

Roshibina dedicates silver medal to struggling Manipur

Roshibina dedicates silver medal to struggling Manipur

Rediff.com28 Sep 2023

Roshibina had won a bronze in the 2018 edition at Jakarta.

NHRC seeks details from Centre, Manipur over peace efforts in state

NHRC seeks details from Centre, Manipur over peace efforts in state

Rediff.com17 Oct 2023

The ATRs have been sought on a range of matters within four weeks, the officials said.

57 guns, 318 ammunitions, 5 bombs recovered in violence-hit Manipur

57 guns, 318 ammunitions, 5 bombs recovered in violence-hit Manipur

Rediff.com7 Jun 2023

As many as 57 arms, 318 pieces of ammunition and five bombs have been recovered in Manipur, taking the total number of recovered arms and ammunition to 868 and 11,518, respectively, security advisor to Manipur government Kuldiep Singh said on Wednesday.

Manipur: 12 bunkers destroyed in 24 hours

Manipur: 12 bunkers destroyed in 24 hours

Rediff.com26 Jun 2023

A statement issued by the Manipur police stated that the state police and central forces conducted a search operation in Tamenglong, Imphal East, Bishnupur, Kangpokpi, Churachandpur and Kakching districts and destroyed 12 bunkers both in the Hill and the Valley.

'In 2 nights, 246 churches were burnt down'

'In 2 nights, 246 churches were burnt down'

Rediff.com17 Jul 2023

'Somebody strong is playing a game behind the violence in Manipur.' 'It is a pre-planned attack on churches, Christian organisations and Christians.'

Why I Joined The BJP

Why I Joined The BJP

Rediff.com13 Feb 2024

'It will be the end of the Congress after the Lok Sabha election.' 'Many Congressmen and even Communists will move to the BJP.'

Amid unrest, Manipur gets new police chief

Amid unrest, Manipur gets new police chief

Rediff.com1 Jun 2023

Senior IPS officer Rajiv Singh, belonging to the neighbouring Tripura cadre, was on Thursday appointed as the new director general of police of Manipur.

Manipur: Army increases surveillance; curfew relaxed, 23K relocated

Manipur: Army increases surveillance; curfew relaxed, 23K relocated

Rediff.com7 May 2023

The curfew imposed under Section 144 of the Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC) will be relaxed from 7 am to 10 am, it said.

'Never heard...': Cong on US envoy's remarks on Manipur

'Never heard...': Cong on US envoy's remarks on Manipur

Rediff.com7 Jul 2023

Garcetti reportedly said the violence and killings in Manipur are a matter of "human concern" and the US is "ready to assist" India in dealing with the situation "if asked".

Manipur is peaceful: India rejects UN experts' remark

Manipur is peaceful: India rejects UN experts' remark

Rediff.com5 Sep 2023

India has strongly rejected comments by United Nations experts on Manipur, terming them 'unwarranted, presumptive and misleading' and asserting that situation in the Northeast state is peaceful.

Manipur CM hints at foreign hand behind violence

Manipur CM hints at foreign hand behind violence

Rediff.com2 Jul 2023

Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh on Saturday hinted that external forces or elements may have had a hand in the ethnic violence, which has claimed several lives in the state, adding that it seems 'pre-planned'.

From Parliament to SC, outrage over Manipur women's video

From Parliament to SC, outrage over Manipur women's video

Rediff.com20 Jul 2023

The assault and humiliation of two women paraded naked in a Manipur village in May sparked nationwide outrage on Thursday with Prime Minister Narendra Modi saying the incident had shamed 140 crore Indians and the Supreme Court terming it 'simply unacceptable'.

Solicitor general's remarks over unclaimed bodies in Manipur unrest sparks row

Solicitor general's remarks over unclaimed bodies in Manipur unrest sparks row

Rediff.com7 Aug 2023

In a statement, the UNAU Tribal Women's Forum, Delhi-NCR, said the mothers of the Kuki-Hmar-Zomi community of Manipur, represented by the group, are "deeply hurt and appalled" by the remarks made by the solicitor general in the Supreme Court on August 1.

Manipur cuts security for ministers, MLAs; to beef up farmers

Manipur cuts security for ministers, MLAs; to beef up farmers

Rediff.com5 Jul 2023

The development came two days after Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh said that a decision has been taken to provide security to the farmers who will start the cropping season.

Manipur violence: Heart-wrenching scenes at Imphal airport

Manipur violence: Heart-wrenching scenes at Imphal airport

Rediff.com9 May 2023

Close to 2,000 passengers are stranded at the premises of the airport, the terminal building of which can handle only 750 passengers -- 250 for arrival and 500 for departure -- at a time.

India raps European parliament for vote on Manipur violence

India raps European parliament for vote on Manipur violence

Rediff.com13 Jul 2023

Responding to media queries on the development, ministry of external affairs spokesperson Arindam Bagchi said that "such interference in India's internal affairs is unacceptable, and reflects a colonial mindset".

Mizo Voters Signal Change On Horizon

Mizo Voters Signal Change On Horizon

Rediff.com31 Oct 2023

For the Mizo people, tribal and family identity are important. But so are jobs, farmers' access to markets, roads, and health facilities for a young population where drugs are a big affliction.

Manipur's warring groups use quadcopters to target each other

Manipur's warring groups use quadcopters to target each other

Rediff.com9 Jul 2023

Often during the day or night, there is intermittent firing where these groups are taking shots at these quadcopters, available freely in the market, the officials said.

Smoke Spiraling From Manipur Not Visible In Delhi?

Smoke Spiraling From Manipur Not Visible In Delhi?

Rediff.com11 Jul 2023

There is the problem of regions in the North East being theatre for power-play by nations with borders and influences converging in those parts, which in turn requires a sizable presence of the armed forces, notes Shyam G Menon.

Manipur MLAs write to PM; demand NRC, disarmament

Manipur MLAs write to PM; demand NRC, disarmament

Rediff.com10 Aug 2023

Forty MLAs from violence-hit Manipur have written to Prime Minister Narendra Modi stating that the state requires complete disarmament to foster an environment of peace and security.

CBI to probe Manipur sexual abuse video case

CBI to probe Manipur sexual abuse video case

Rediff.com28 Jul 2023

The Centre on Thursday informed the Supreme Court that it has transferred to the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) the probe into a case related to two women being paraded naked in strife-torn Manipur, saying the approach of the government was of zero tolerance towards any crimes against women.

Security forces find it tough to operate in Manipur's AFSPA-free areas

Security forces find it tough to operate in Manipur's AFSPA-free areas

Rediff.com12 Jul 2023

The officials said that in the present environment where two communities are attacking each other, they may not find even a lawyer to defend them as all courts were within Imphal valley.

Militants have free run of Imphal valley instigating mobs, say security forces

Militants have free run of Imphal valley instigating mobs, say security forces

Rediff.com28 Sep 2023

The security agencies have been warning that militants belonging to United National Liberation Front, People's Liberation Army and other banned groups had become part of the mobs and carrying out sneak attacks on security forces as well as giving directions to the agitators.

SC stops CBI from recording 2 Manipur women's statements

SC stops CBI from recording 2 Manipur women's statements

Rediff.com1 Aug 2023

A bench headed by Chief Justice D Y Chandrachud took note of the submissions by lawyer Nizam Pasha, appearing for the women, that the CBI has asked them to come and depose before it during the day.

Army officer's shooting points to Manipur terror groups getting active again

Army officer's shooting points to Manipur terror groups getting active again

Rediff.com11 Sep 2023

Terrorists belonging to banned groups United National Liberation Front (UNLF) and People's Liberation Army (PLA) were allegedly part of the mob from which gunshots were fired at an army officer that left him severely injured in Manipur, officials said Monday.

Why one more plea on Manipur, mention it to CJI, SC tells petitioner

Why one more plea on Manipur, mention it to CJI, SC tells petitioner

Rediff.com27 Jul 2023

The Supreme Court on Thursday asked a petitioner, who has sought the constitution of an independent committee under a retired apex court judge to inquire into the incidents of sexual assault and violence in Manipur, to mention his plea for listing before a bench headed by Chief Justice D Y Chandrachud.

Centre ready for discussions on Manipur violence: Union minister

Centre ready for discussions on Manipur violence: Union minister

Rediff.com7 May 2023

Stating that the Centre was not adamant when it came to people's welfare, Reddy said that it even withdrew three Farm Laws when agriculturists demanded the repeal of the controversial regulations.

New, unique events at the Hangzhou Asian Games

New, unique events at the Hangzhou Asian Games

Rediff.com21 Sep 2023

Following is a look at some new and the more unusual events in the schedule of the 19th edition of the Asian Games:

'Wagner group' will dislodge Modi govt, says Uddhav's Sena

'Wagner group' will dislodge Modi govt, says Uddhav's Sena

Rediff.com26 Jun 2023

The editorial in Saamana said the "Wagner group" has shown dictatorship can be challenged.

Over 140 weapons surrendered in Manipur after Shah's appeal

Over 140 weapons surrendered in Manipur after Shah's appeal

Rediff.com2 Jun 2023

The surrendered weapons included self-loading rifles, carbine, AK and INSAS rifles, light machine guns, pistols, M16 rifles, smoke gun/tear gas, sten gun and grenade launcher.

Army rounds up 25 miscreants with arms in Manipur

Army rounds up 25 miscreants with arms in Manipur

Rediff.com29 May 2023

At least 25 miscreants with arms, ammunition and grenades have been rounded up by Indian Army and paramilitary forces across ethnic-strife riven Manipur, officials said on Monday.

How Much Internet Shutdowns Cost India

How Much Internet Shutdowns Cost India

Rediff.com27 Jun 2023

India has incurred the third highest losses globally due to Internet shutdowns in 2023.

'What was police doing?' SC may form SIT to probe Manipur video

'What was police doing?' SC may form SIT to probe Manipur video

Rediff.com31 Jul 2023

The Supreme Court Monday termed as 'horrendous' the video of two women being paraded naked in Manipur and sought information about steps taken so far in the first information reports (FIRs) lodged, saying now it will not want the state police to probe the matter as they virtually handed over the women to the rioting mob.

Amit Shah reviews Manipur situation with CM, more troops rushed to state

Amit Shah reviews Manipur situation with CM, more troops rushed to state

Rediff.com5 May 2023

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday reviewed the situation in Manipur with Chief Minister N Biren Singh and top officials, even as the Centre dispatched additional security forces and anti-riot vehicles to maintain peace there, sources said.

Amit Shah cancels Karnataka campaign to monitor Manipur situation

Amit Shah cancels Karnataka campaign to monitor Manipur situation

Rediff.com5 May 2023

Union Home Minister Amit Shah has cancelled all his programmes for the upcoming assembly elections in Karnataka in the wake of clashes reported in parts of Manipur, sources said.

Amit Shah reviews Manipur situation; speaks to CMs of neighbouring states

Amit Shah reviews Manipur situation; speaks to CMs of neighbouring states

Rediff.com5 May 2023

Shah, who is closely monitoring the situation in Manipur, had a telephonic conversation with Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh, who briefed him in the morning about the prevailing scene in the state and steps being taken to restore normalcy.

Over 6 lakh bullets, 3,000 weapons still with Manipur warring groups

Over 6 lakh bullets, 3,000 weapons still with Manipur warring groups

Rediff.com19 Jul 2023

Quoting data collected from various sources, officials closely monitoring the situation here said that .303 rifles, Medium Machine Guns (MMG) and AK assault rifles, carbines, Insas Light Machine Guns (LMG), Insas rifles, M-16 and MP5 rifles were reported to be missing from the armouries of the police in May.

Manipur assembly session ends within an hour; Kuki MLAs skip

Manipur assembly session ends within an hour; Kuki MLAs skip

Rediff.com29 Aug 2023

The proceedings began at 11 am with two-minute silence for those killed in the ethnic violence between Meiteis and Kukis that began on May 3.

PIL in SC seeks probe into rapes and violence in Manipur

PIL in SC seeks probe into rapes and violence in Manipur

Rediff.com24 Jul 2023

The PIL said the independent expert committee should be asked to submit its report within four weeks and direction be issued for action against state agencies for dereliction of duty.

BJP insults tribals by calling them vanvasi: Rahul

BJP insults tribals by calling them vanvasi: Rahul

Rediff.com10 Aug 2023

Addressing a party rally in Rajasthan, Gandhi also flayed the BJP over the situation in ethnic strife-torn Manipur and said the ideology of the BJP has set the northeastern state on fire.