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Manipur: Mob Violence Erupts During Chief Minister's Visit

Manipur: Mob Violence Erupts During Chief Minister's Visit

Rediff.com21 Apr 2026

One person was injured after security forces allegedly opened fire on a mob advancing towards Manipur Chief Minister N. Biren Singh's programme in Thoubal district. The incident occurred during the inauguration of a Block Development Office, with protesters demonstrating over the killing of two children earlier this month.

Why Manipur Suspended Internet After Bishnupur Bombing

Why Manipur Suspended Internet After Bishnupur Bombing

Rediff.com7 Apr 2026

The Manipur government has suspended internet services in five valley districts following a bomb attack that killed two children and injured their mother in Bishnupur district. The incident triggered protests, leading to the suspension of internet services to prevent the spread of misinformation.

NIA To Investigate Manipur Civilian Killings After Ambush

NIA To Investigate Manipur Civilian Killings After Ambush

Rediff.com18 Apr 2026

The National Investigation Agency (NIA) will investigate the killing of two civilians in Manipur's Ukhrul district, following an ambush by suspected militants. The incident occurred a day after the Chief Minister appealed for peace in the region.

Motto of Manipur party TMC rebels merged with: Reject turncoats

Motto of Manipur party TMC rebels merged with: Reject turncoats

Rediff.com15 Jun 2026

The Nationalist Citizens Party of India's campaign posters carry the message: 'To save your rights, reject political turncoats. Support social workers, not political personalities,' and urges voters to press the symbol of a pen nib.

Three Killed In Firing Between Manipur Tribal Groups

Three Killed In Firing Between Manipur Tribal Groups

Rediff.com24 Apr 2026

Three people have been killed in two separate incidents of firing between armed groups of rival tribal communities in Manipur's Ukhrul district, officials said.

Protest Over Child Deaths In Manipur Turns Violent

Protest Over Child Deaths In Manipur Turns Violent

Rediff.com21 Apr 2026

Protests in Imphal, Manipur, over the deaths of two children in a bomb blast turned violent, with demonstrators clashing with security forces. The unrest occurred during a torch rally, leading to the use of tear gas and arrests for curfew violations and property damage.

Two Killed In Manipur Ambush After CM's Peace Appeal

Two Killed In Manipur Ambush After CM's Peace Appeal

Rediff.com18 Apr 2026

Two people were killed in an ambush by suspected militants in Manipur's Ukhrul district, a day after the Chief Minister appealed for peace.

Students Rally After Bombing at Manipur University

Students Rally After Bombing at Manipur University

Rediff.com5 Apr 2026

Students at Manipur University protested a bomb blast that occurred on campus, demanding educational freedom and condemning the violence.

Manipur Police Arrest Four Militants in Border Region

Manipur Police Arrest Four Militants in Border Region

Rediff.com4 Apr 2026

Police in Manipur, India, have arrested four militants from various groups near the Myanmar border in the Tengnoupal district, as part of ongoing efforts to combat extortion and criminal activities.

Manipur Security Operation: Bunkers Destroyed, IEDs Seized

Manipur Security Operation: Bunkers Destroyed, IEDs Seized

Rediff.com12 Apr 2026

Security forces in Manipur have destroyed 21 illegal bunkers in Ukhrul district and seized 13 improvised explosive devices (IEDs) in Tengnoupal district during recent operations.

NIA to Investigate Deadly Manipur Bombing

NIA to Investigate Deadly Manipur Bombing

Rediff.com7 Apr 2026

The Manipur government has handed over the investigation into a bomb attack in Bishnupur district, which resulted in the deaths of two children, to the National Investigation Agency (NIA).

Manipur Kidnapping Suspect Flees Delhi Guest House

Manipur Kidnapping Suspect Flees Delhi Guest House

Rediff.com2 Apr 2026

A 24-year-old man, accused in a kidnapping case, allegedly escaped police custody through a bathroom ventilation window of a guest house in southwest Delhi's Mahipalpur area.

Clashes in Manipur Prompt Curfew After Bombing

Clashes in Manipur Prompt Curfew After Bombing

Rediff.com15 Apr 2026

Protests erupted in Manipur's Bishnupur district following a bomb blast that killed two children, leading to clashes with security forces and the imposition of prohibitory orders.

Major Heroin Haul: Nine Arrested In Mizoram Drug Bust

Major Heroin Haul: Nine Arrested In Mizoram Drug Bust

Rediff.com12 Jun 2026

Nine individuals from Manipur were arrested in Mizoram's Aizawl district with 740 gm of heroin, seized during a joint operation by the Excise and Narcotics Department, Assam Rifles, and CYMA. The drugs were found concealed in soap cases, and the accused have been booked under the NDPS Act.

Manipur Home Minister Asks Public for Patience in Bombing Case

Manipur Home Minister Asks Public for Patience in Bombing Case

Rediff.com14 Apr 2026

Manipur's Home Minister Govindas Konthoujam has appealed to the public for patience as the investigation into the April 7 bombing in Bishnupur district continues. The minister's plea comes amid public criticism over the failure to quickly apprehend those responsible for the attack that killed two children.

BSF Constable Dies After Being Shot in Manipur's Ukhrul District

BSF Constable Dies After Being Shot in Manipur's Ukhrul District

Rediff.com10 Apr 2026

A Border Security Force (BSF) constable was killed in Manipur's Ukhrul district while on patrol. The incident occurred amidst ongoing ethnic clashes between communities in the region.

Two Children Killed, Mother Injured in Manipur Bombing

Two Children Killed, Mother Injured in Manipur Bombing

Rediff.com7 Apr 2026

Suspected Kuki militants launched a bomb attack in Manipur's Bishnupur district, killing two toddlers and injuring their mother. The incident occurred in Moirang Tronglaobi, an area close to Churachandpur, which has experienced ongoing ethnic conflict.

Tension in Manipur after protest; women's group calls 7-day shutdown

Tension in Manipur after protest; women's group calls 7-day shutdown

Rediff.com19 Apr 2026

Security personnel used tear gas to disperse protesters in Manipur's Imphal West district after tensions escalated in the Khurai Lamlong area on Saturday during demonstrations seeking justice in connection with the Tronglaobi bomb attack incident.

2 children killed in bomb attack in Manipur

2 children killed in bomb attack in Manipur

Rediff.com7 Apr 2026

A tragic bomb attack in Manipur's Bishnupur district has killed two children and injured their mother, igniting protests and raising concerns about ongoing ethnic violence in the region.

Manipur Rages: Protests Surge After Bombing Kills Children

Manipur Rages: Protests Surge After Bombing Kills Children

Rediff.com9 Apr 2026

Thousands in Manipur defy curfew to protest the bombing that killed two children, leading to clashes with security forces and widespread unrest.

Manipur Torch Rally Turns Violent: Protesters Clash with Security Forces After Bombing

Manipur Torch Rally Turns Violent: Protesters Clash with Security Forces After Bombing

Rediff.com17 Apr 2026

Thousands in Manipur defied prohibitory orders to protest a recent bomb attack, leading to clashes with security forces. The rally, demanding justice for the victims, escalated as protesters confronted security personnel, resulting in injuries and heightened tensions.

Manipur Reels After Bomb Attack and Protest Deaths

Manipur Reels After Bomb Attack and Protest Deaths

Rediff.com7 Apr 2026

Violence erupted in Manipur's Bishnupur district following a bomb attack that killed two children and subsequent protest deaths at a CRPF camp. The incident has sparked widespread outrage and prompted a government investigation.

Supreme Court Addresses Legal Representation for Manipur Violence Victims

Supreme Court Addresses Legal Representation for Manipur Violence Victims

Rediff.com24 Mar 2026

The Supreme Court has requested a response from the Manipur State Legal Authority regarding the appointment of legal aid counsel for two women allegedly paraded naked during the 2023 ethnic clashes in Manipur. This follows a plea from the CBI against the Gauhati High Court's decision to grant bail to two accused in the case.

Manipur Bombing: Three Suspects Arrested in Connection to Child Deaths

Manipur Bombing: Three Suspects Arrested in Connection to Child Deaths

Rediff.com8 Apr 2026

Police in Manipur have arrested three suspected members of a proscribed outfit in connection with a bomb blast in Bishnupur district that resulted in the deaths of two children. The arrests were made in Churachandpur district, and arms and ammunition were seized.

Manipur: Four NSCN Cadres Killed in Factional Clash

Manipur: Four NSCN Cadres Killed in Factional Clash

Rediff.com29 Mar 2026

Four cadres of the proscribed NSCN Eastern Flank were killed in Manipur's Kamjong district by a rival group, according to police reports.

Manipur Shooting: Woman Wounded in Ukhrul District

Manipur Shooting: Woman Wounded in Ukhrul District

Rediff.com23 Mar 2026

A woman sustained a gunshot wound in Manipur's Ukhrul district after suspected miscreants allegedly opened fire. The incident occurred in Mongkot Chepu village, a Kuki habitation, raising tensions in the region.

Manipur: Six held for curfew violation and attempted weapon theft

Manipur: Six held for curfew violation and attempted weapon theft

Rediff.com10 Apr 2026

Six individuals have been arrested in Manipur for allegedly attempting to steal weapons from police and violating a curfew imposed due to the situation following a bomb blast in Bishnupur district.

Government's Big Plans For North East Oil Exploration

Government's Big Plans For North East Oil Exploration

Rediff.com1 days ago

A tripartite pact -- amid the promise of removing AFSPA from almost all of the North East -- revives hydrocarbon exploration along the Assam-Nagaland border after decades of dormancy.

14 UNLF (Koireng) Cadres Arrested in Manipur, Arms Seized

14 UNLF (Koireng) Cadres Arrested in Manipur, Arms Seized

Rediff.com23 Mar 2026

Manipur Police arrested 14 cadres of the banned United National Liberation Front (Koireng) outfit in Thoubal district and seized a cache of arms and ammunition.

Security Forces Dismantle Bunkers in Manipur After Clashes

Security Forces Dismantle Bunkers in Manipur After Clashes

Rediff.com25 Mar 2026

Security forces in Manipur dismantled multiple bunkers in Ukhrul district following a series of gunfights between armed groups, resulting in injuries. The operation targeted bunkers in Lengiangching and Mongkot Chepu villages, aiming to de-escalate tensions between Kuki and Tangkhul Naga communities.

Manipur Police Arrest Three Militants for Extortion in Thoubal and Kakching

Manipur Police Arrest Three Militants for Extortion in Thoubal and Kakching

Rediff.com31 Mar 2026

Security forces in Manipur have arrested three militants from two proscribed organisations for their alleged involvement in extortion activities in the Thoubal and Kakching districts.

Manipur Security Forces Destroy Illegal Bunkers After Clashes

Manipur Security Forces Destroy Illegal Bunkers After Clashes

Rediff.com26 Mar 2026

Security forces in Manipur have dismantled six illegal bunkers constructed by armed groups in the Ukhrul district following recent gunfights in the Litan area.

Scientists Uncover Two New Micro-Snail Species In Meghalaya's Limestone Caves

Scientists Uncover Two New Micro-Snail Species In Meghalaya's Limestone Caves

Rediff.com1 days ago

Researchers have identified two new species of microscopic snails, Georissa meghalayaensis and Acmella bensoni, in the limestone caves of Meghalaya, India. This discovery highlights the rich, yet underexplored, biodiversity of the region's subterranean ecosystems, while also raising concerns about threats from increasing tourism and mining activities.

Manipur violence: 2 kids killed in blast, two shot dead in CRPF camp attack

Manipur violence: 2 kids killed in blast, two shot dead in CRPF camp attack

Rediff.com8 Apr 2026

Two people were killed and five others injured after a mob stormed a CRPF camp in Manipur's Bishnupur district following a protest against a bomb attack that killed two children.

Security Forces Nab 10 Rebels Near Manipur Border Amid Ongoing Unrest

Security Forces Nab 10 Rebels Near Manipur Border Amid Ongoing Unrest

Rediff.com24 Mar 2026

Security forces in Manipur have arrested 10 cadres of the banned Prepak (RA) near the India-Myanmar border, including five minors, as search operations continue in the region amid ongoing ethnic violence. A separate incident involved a mob attempting to enter the residence of a Kuki Zo Council chairman.

Gunfire in Manipur Village Injures Two, Raising Community Tensions

Gunfire in Manipur Village Injures Two, Raising Community Tensions

Rediff.com24 Mar 2026

Two individuals were injured in a shooting in Manipur's Kamjong district, raising concerns about renewed clashes between communities.

Manipur Government Transfers Bombing Investigation to NIA After Child Casualties

Manipur Government Transfers Bombing Investigation to NIA After Child Casualties

Rediff.com7 Apr 2026

The Manipur government has handed over the investigation into a bomb attack in Bishnupur district, which resulted in the deaths of two children, to the National Investigation Agency (NIA). The decision follows protests and unrest in the region.

Thousands Protest Bombing Deaths of Children in Manipur

Thousands Protest Bombing Deaths of Children in Manipur

Rediff.com12 Apr 2026

Thousands of people participated in a rally in Imphal to protest the recent bomb attack in Bishnupur district in which two children were killed. The rally was organised by Uripok Apunba Lup and Uripok Nupi Apunba Lup, an umbrella group of multiple local bodies of Uripok constituency.

Manipur Mob Violence: Suspected NSCN-IM Office Torched After Cadre Killings

Manipur Mob Violence: Suspected NSCN-IM Office Torched After Cadre Killings

Rediff.com29 Mar 2026

An office allegedly used by NSCN(IM) was set on fire by a mob in Manipur's Ukhrul district following the killing of four NSCN Eastern Flank cadres. Tensions remain high as investigations continue.

Search Ends in Tragedy: Missing Girl Found Dead Near Manipur Relief Camp

Search Ends in Tragedy: Missing Girl Found Dead Near Manipur Relief Camp

Rediff.com6 Apr 2026

A seven-year-old girl, missing since April 4th, was found dead near a relief camp in Imphal West district, Manipur. Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding her death and have detained a man for questioning.