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Tension grips Manipur's Jiribam after man killed by militants

Tension grips Manipur's Jiribam after man killed by militants

Rediff.com7 Jun 2024

The man, identified as Soibam Saratkumar Singh, went missing after he had gone to his farm in the morning. Later, his body was found, with wounds made by a sharp object, a police officer said.

PHOTOS: Modi govt signs historic Naga peace accord

PHOTOS: Modi govt signs historic Naga peace accord

Rediff.com3 Aug 2015

With an aim of ending insurgency in Nagaland, the government on Monday signed an accord with key outfit Nationalist Socialist Council of Nagaland- Isaac-Muivah which Prime Minister Narendra Modi described as a "historic" step to usher in peace in the state.

Blockade till Manipur Govt relents: Nagas

Blockade till Manipur Govt relents: Nagas

Rediff.com2 Aug 2005

Naga Community leaders have said that the economic blockade imposed by the Naga groups in Manipur would not be lifted unless the state government revoked its decision declaring June 18 as 'State Integrity Day'.

Will Modi give the Nagas a separate flag?

Will Modi give the Nagas a separate flag?

Rediff.com15 Nov 2019

'The Nagas want a flag of their own, to share the Kohima skyline with the national tricolour.' 'The the government says you can have a flag for cultural and ethnic occasions.' 'The Nagas say that will be a bit like an NGO having its own flag,' argues Shekhar Gupta.

Samantha-Naga Chaitanya's dreamy Amsterdam holiday

Samantha-Naga Chaitanya's dreamy Amsterdam holiday

Rediff.com21 Jan 2019

Looking for a romantic gateway? Book your Amsterdam tickets already!

One nation, one election: 32 parties back proposal, Cong among 15 to oppose

One nation, one election: 32 parties back proposal, Cong among 15 to oppose

Rediff.com18 Sep 2024

Among the national parties, the Congress, Aam Aadmi Party, the Bahujan Samaj Party and the Communist Party of India-Marxist opposed the proposal, while the Bharatiya Janata Party and the National People's Party supported it.

Sobhita Dhulipala Talks About Her Ideal Partner

Sobhita Dhulipala Talks About Her Ideal Partner

Rediff.com8 Aug 2024

Rediff.com's Mayur Sanap asked the actor about her love for fashion, her idea of dating and more...

Naga insurgent leader Isak Chishi Swu dead

Naga insurgent leader Isak Chishi Swu dead

Rediff.com28 Jun 2016

The 87-year-old chairman of Nationalist Socialist Council of Nagaland- Isak-Muivah was undergoing treatment for almost a year at a private hospital in South Delhi where he breathed his last on Tuesday afternoon, Nagaland government spokesperson Kuolie Mere said.

Row after photo of jailed actor Darshan's hang-out goes viral

Row after photo of jailed actor Darshan's hang-out goes viral

Rediff.com25 Aug 2024

In the picture, Darshan, currently lodged in Parappana Agrahara Central jail, is seen in a relaxed mood, sitting on a chair, holding a cigarette and a coffee cup, in an open space.

Modi should make contents of Naga Accord public: Rahul

Modi should make contents of Naga Accord public: Rahul

Rediff.com28 Feb 2017

Echoing Rahul, Manipur CM Ibobi Singh too demanded that the contents of the accord be made public and uploaded on the Internet.

No Movie Re-Releases After Diwali?

No Movie Re-Releases After Diwali?

Rediff.com21 Sep 2024

'After Diwali, I don't see this trend of re-releases going forward. We won't have that window to re-release films because of the kind of movies that are slated to be released.'

More Kuki outfits join Manipur poll boycott amid fresh violence

More Kuki outfits join Manipur poll boycott amid fresh violence

Rediff.com15 Apr 2024

The Kukis have already declared that they are not fielding any candidate in the parliamentary polls as an act of boycott.

Quiz: How well do you know Naga Chaitanya?

Quiz: How well do you know Naga Chaitanya?

Rediff.com23 Nov 2016

In a special series, we will put YOU to the test everyday!

Naga leader arrives for talks

Naga leader arrives for talks

Rediff.com21 Dec 2006

Naga students have the National Socialist Council of Nagaland - Isak-Muivah leader a rousing welcome.

5 killed in fresh violence in Manipur; CM meets guv over unrest

5 killed in fresh violence in Manipur; CM meets guv over unrest

Rediff.com7 Sep 2024

One person was shot dead in his sleep while four others were killed in subsequent exchange of fire between armed men of two warring communities, a police officer said.

No conditions for Naga reconcilitaion, says Muivah

No conditions for Naga reconcilitaion, says Muivah

Rediff.com26 Jun 2010

There should not be any condition to re-conciliation among the Naga groups and the Nagas must strive for political settlement with the Centre based on their unique history and situation, Nationalist Socialist Council of Nagaland(Isak-Muivah) general secretary Thuingaleng Muivah has said.

1 year after violence, Manipur is still a divided state

1 year after violence, Manipur is still a divided state

Rediff.com3 May 2024

'The kind of situation we are seeing...we don't believe that this can happen in a settled democracy like India'

Naga groups call off Manipur blockade

Naga groups call off Manipur blockade

Rediff.com14 Jun 2010

Hours after the Centre decided to send security forces to remove the 65-day-old blockade of the two national highways causing severe shortage of essential commodities in Manipur, the Naga groups announced temporary suspension of their stir from Tuesday.

Pact without Nagas' consent is futile: NSCN

Pact without Nagas' consent is futile: NSCN

Rediff.com23 Mar 2010

A political agreement by any group with the Centre to resolve the protracted Naga problem without the consent of the people would "only lead to more bloodshed among Nagas", the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang has said.

Nagas to lift highway blockade

Nagas to lift highway blockade

Rediff.com10 Aug 2005

Naga Chaitanya's love story

Naga Chaitanya's love story

Rediff.com23 Feb 2010

After making his debut in Josh, Nagarjuna's son is ready with his second Telugu movie Ye Maya Chesaave.

Naga talks: Jamir demands new approach

Naga talks: Jamir demands new approach

Rediff.com22 Jul 2010

One of the senior most leaders of the Congress party and former chief minister of Nagaland, S C Jamir on Thursday called for a change in approach on part of the Government of India in respect of Naga peace talks.

How Shriya, Sobhita celebrated National Handloom Day

How Shriya, Sobhita celebrated National Handloom Day

Rediff.com9 Aug 2024

They saluted 'the hands that weave timeless stories'.

Naga peace accord: If it's historic, why the secrecy?

Naga peace accord: If it's historic, why the secrecy?

Rediff.com11 Aug 2015

To expect that these past decades of grief, inter-group killings, anxiety and fear will be brushed aside because of the Naga peace accord is being unrealistic. Memories are built on old wounds and they heal slowly. So, it is important to be cautiously optimistic, says Sanjoy Hazarika.

Suspense over Narsinghanand's whereabouts as more cases filed

Suspense over Narsinghanand's whereabouts as more cases filed

Rediff.com6 Oct 2024

As controversy raged over Yati Narsinghanand's objectionable remarks against Prophet Muhammad, his supporters on Sunday alleged that the Dasna temple head priest is being illegally kept in detention by police, which denied the claim.

When in Nagaland, PM Modi does it the Naga way

When in Nagaland, PM Modi does it the Naga way

Rediff.com1 Dec 2014

Prime Minister Narendra Modi donned the traditional gear of the Naga tribes

'100 pc demands of Nagas won't be met in peace accord'

'100 pc demands of Nagas won't be met in peace accord'

Rediff.com13 Aug 2015

Naga rebel leader Thuingaleng Muivah, who signed the pact with the Indian government, says the framework agreement will lead to a new relationship

'PM's words don't mean anything': Rahul takes dig at Modi over Naga accord

'PM's words don't mean anything': Rahul takes dig at Modi over Naga accord

Rediff.com4 Feb 2018

Naga Accord is still nowhere to be found, sasy Rahul

Naga rebel infighting could affect talks with govt

Naga rebel infighting could affect talks with govt

Rediff.com22 Jun 2011

The infighting in Naga rebel group, National Socialist Council of Nagaland - Khaplang has led to its Myanmar-based chairman S S Khaplang expelling Khole Konyak from the post of commander-in-chief of the self-styled 'Naga Army' with immediate effect.

Assam Rifles vs Manipur police: FIR filed; BJP urges PM to...

Assam Rifles vs Manipur police: FIR filed; BJP urges PM to...

Rediff.com8 Aug 2023

Manipur Police has registered a first information report (FIR) accusing the Assam Rifles of blocking their vehicle after an altercation between the two groups last week, while the state unit of the Bharatiya Janata Party requested Prime Minister Narendra Modi to replace Assam Rifles 'by any other paramilitary force permanently' from the state.

Alt-News co-founder Zubair booked for post on Narsinghanand

Alt-News co-founder Zubair booked for post on Narsinghanand

Rediff.com7 Oct 2024

A first information report (FIR) was filed in Ghaziabad on Monday against Alt-News co-founder Mohammad Zubair for allegedly promoting enmity among religious groups and other offences following a complaint by an aide of controversial priest Yati Narsinghanand, according to police.

Warring Kukis, Meitis agree on one thing: Not right time for polls

Warring Kukis, Meitis agree on one thing: Not right time for polls

Rediff.com13 Apr 2024

Living separately and refusing to co-exist in future, many members of both Kukis and Meitis communities ask - why elections at this time and what difference will they make?

Naga leader urges people to safeguard rights

Naga leader urges people to safeguard rights

Rediff.com5 Jan 2007

Speaking at Camp Hebron, the NSCN-IM's central headquarters, Swu said New Delhi's recognition of the 'unique history and situation' of the Naga people had not been translated into reality.

Naga leader to get tight security

Naga leader to get tight security

Rediff.com23 Dec 2006

The Union home ministry has ordered stepping up the security of Thuingaleng Muivah, secretary general of the Nationalist Socialist Council of Nagalim, following death threats from his rival group NSCN (Khaplang).

Army targets Naga insurgents in terror ops along Myanmar border

Army targets Naga insurgents in terror ops along Myanmar border

Rediff.com27 Sep 2017

According to a statement by the Eastern Command, a column of the Indian Army operating along Indo-Myanmar border was fired upon by unidentified insurgents of the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang about 4.45 am.

What the peace accord means to the village where the Naga rebellion began

What the peace accord means to the village where the Naga rebellion began

Rediff.com11 Aug 2015

The locals of Khonoma, the village of legendary Naga leader Angami Zapo Phizo, hope the Naga peace accord satisfies the aspirations of the Naga people.

Spotted: Naga Chaitanya in Germany

Spotted: Naga Chaitanya in Germany

Rediff.com23 Jun 2011

Reader Sonam Dwivedi has sent us a photograph.

Naga leader Isak Chisi Swu arrives

Naga leader Isak Chisi Swu arrives

Rediff.com4 Jan 2007

The National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak Muivah is aiming to carry forward the ongoing Naga peace process.