Loaded trucks leave Jiribam for Imphal. No ban on Manipur vehicles : NSCN (IM)

NNN/Correspondent DIMAPUR/JIRI, Dec 30 : Triggered by rumours doing the round that the NSCN-IM has barred or banned Manipur registered/bound vehicles from entering Nagaland, some Manipur bound vehicles are reportedly stranded at Khatkhati in Assam today. Sources said that the rumours started in the afternoon of Friday. Meanwhile, the NSCN-IM has clarified that it has […]

NNN/Correspondent DIMAPUR/JIRI, Dec 30 : Triggered by rumours doing the round that the NSCN-IM has barred or banned Manipur registered/bound vehicles from entering Nagaland, some Manipur bound vehicles are reportedly stranded at Khatkhati in Assam today. Sources said that the rumours started in the afternoon of Friday. Meanwhile, the NSCN-IM has clarified that it has […]

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Coming out strongly against New Delhi Likely poll impact in Naga areas

The Centre should take due note of the seriousness of the matter. Perhaps this is the first time, after the ceasefire agreement was inked way back in 1999, that the NSCN (IM) has come out strongly against New Delhi and at the core of it all is the creation of seven new districts by the […]

The Centre should take due note of the seriousness of the matter. Perhaps this is the first time, after the ceasefire agreement was inked way back in 1999, that the NSCN (IM) has come out strongly against New Delhi and at the core of it all is the creation of seven new districts by the […]

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Old faultlines, new crisis

By A Bimol Akoijam The violence that erupted in Manipur on December 18 is unfortunate. However, the events were not unexpected. For a long time, there has been simmering anger against the “economic blockades” on the national highways imposed by tribal bodies such as the United Naga Council (UNC). The present blockade enforced by the […]

By A Bimol Akoijam The violence that erupted in Manipur on December 18 is unfortunate. However, the events were not unexpected. For a long time, there has been simmering anger against the “economic blockades” on the national highways imposed by tribal bodies such as the United Naga Council (UNC). The present blockade enforced by the […]

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Manipur Blockade: NSCN-IM warns of the worst to happen

GUWAHATI: Accusing the Centre of allowing Manipur Chief Minister Okram Ibobi Singh to disturb its ongoing peace process, the Isak-Muivah faction of major Naga insurgent group National Socialist Council of Nagaland (NSCN-IM) on Wednesday warned that Nagas would defend their “ancestral land” at any cost and as such, they should not be blamed for the worst […]

GUWAHATI: Accusing the Centre of allowing Manipur Chief Minister Okram Ibobi Singh to disturb its ongoing peace process, the Isak-Muivah faction of major Naga insurgent group National Socialist Council of Nagaland (NSCN-IM) on Wednesday warned that Nagas would defend their “ancestral land” at any cost and as such, they should not be blamed for the worst […]

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End this communal impasse

“To make that happen, Naga and Meitei civil societies need to take some bold initiatives,” Lakpachui Siro. For some sense and sensibility By Thounaojam Brinda Manipur today is on live wire due to the high communal tension that is present between the Naga and the Meitei communities. This communal conflagration is not the result of […]

“To make that happen, Naga and Meitei civil societies need to take some bold initiatives,” Lakpachui Siro. For some sense and sensibility By Thounaojam Brinda Manipur today is on live wire due to the high communal tension that is present between the Naga and the Meitei communities. This communal conflagration is not the result of […]

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Manipur CM Okram Ibobi blames UNC/NSCN(IM) for violence and Central goverment for not putting pressure on them

Speaking out publicly for the first time on the violence and an economic blockade that has crippled Manipur for weeks now, Chief Minister Okram Ibobi Singh has blamed the United Naga Council (UNC) for the communal tension in the state, calling it the “mouthpiece and frontal organisation of the NSCN-IM’’ insurgent outfit which has long […]

Speaking out publicly for the first time on the violence and an economic blockade that has crippled Manipur for weeks now, Chief Minister Okram Ibobi Singh has blamed the United Naga Council (UNC) for the communal tension in the state, calling it the “mouthpiece and frontal organisation of the NSCN-IM’’ insurgent outfit which has long […]

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From Zero Ibobi to Hero Ibobi Boycott to ‘long live Cong’

From Zero Ibobi to Hero Ibobi and certainly Chief Minister Okram Ibobi Singh seems to have touched the right chord with the people of Kangpokpi. From a party which stood boycotted and condemned today it is “Long live O Ibobi Singh, Long live Congress Government.” Clearly the message from Kangpokpi district is loud and clear […]

From Zero Ibobi to Hero Ibobi and certainly Chief Minister Okram Ibobi Singh seems to have touched the right chord with the people of Kangpokpi. From a party which stood boycotted and condemned today it is “Long live O Ibobi Singh, Long live Congress Government.” Clearly the message from Kangpokpi district is loud and clear […]

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NSCN (IM) enemy of the state: UCM

United Committee Manipur President Elangbam Johnson has said that NSCN (IM) is the enemy of the state. Further, the UNC should also be announced as a banned organization. Talking to reporters at the Lamphel office of UCM, he said that the state is now in a very critical juncture and all communities needs to preserve […]

United Committee Manipur President Elangbam Johnson has said that NSCN (IM) is the enemy of the state. Further, the UNC should also be announced as a banned organization. Talking to reporters at the Lamphel office of UCM, he said that the state is now in a very critical juncture and all communities needs to preserve […]

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NSCN(IM) cardres snatch weapons from state forces

Armed militants suspected to NSCN (IM) took state forces guarding a railway workstation in Tamenglong district by surprise and whisked away nine INSAS rifles this morning, according to sources. The workstation at Nungkao village was guarded by a combined force of India Reserve Battalion (IRB) and Manipur Rifles (MR). Although there are no reports of […]

Armed militants suspected to NSCN (IM) took state forces guarding a railway workstation in Tamenglong district by surprise and whisked away nine INSAS rifles this morning, according to sources. The workstation at Nungkao village was guarded by a combined force of India Reserve Battalion (IRB) and Manipur Rifles (MR). Although there are no reports of […]

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24 hours bandh paralyses State, 2 women hurt in confrontation with cops

IMIMPHAL, Dec 17: The 24 hours State-wide bandh called by women vendors of Khwairamband Keithel in protest against violence allegedly unleashed by NSCN-IM completely paralysed the State, particularly the valley districts. Two women sustained injuries when police fired tear gas shells to control a tense situation that erupted in Chingmeirong area in the evening. A […]

IMIMPHAL, Dec 17: The 24 hours State-wide bandh called by women vendors of Khwairamband Keithel in protest against violence allegedly unleashed by NSCN-IM completely paralysed the State, particularly the valley districts. Two women sustained injuries when police fired tear gas shells to control a tense situation that erupted in Chingmeirong area in the evening. A […]

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Letter to Prime Minister of India by Ronaldo Laishram of Manipur

Dear Hon’ble Prime Minister, I am Ronaldo Laishram from Manipur, the place called “Switzerland of India”, the place where the Indian National Flag was hoisted for the first time in India, the beautiful land surrounded by serene landscape, exotic wildlife, floating island to the warmhearted locals with its own rich culture and tradition but now […]

Dear Hon’ble Prime Minister, I am Ronaldo Laishram from Manipur, the place called “Switzerland of India”, the place where the Indian National Flag was hoisted for the first time in India, the beautiful land surrounded by serene landscape, exotic wildlife, floating island to the warmhearted locals with its own rich culture and tradition but now […]

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Keithel ladies call 24 hours Manipur bandh decrying killing of state police.

Perhaps for the first time in the history of conflict ridden state Manipur, vendor ladies of Kwairambandh Keithel Imphal today called 24 hour statewide bandh decrying the killing of state cops by militants. The Keithel ladies were always on the forefront to protect the rights of the common people of the state. This is the […]

Perhaps for the first time in the history of conflict ridden state Manipur, vendor ladies of Kwairambandh Keithel Imphal today called 24 hour statewide bandh decrying the killing of state cops by militants. The Keithel ladies were always on the forefront to protect the rights of the common people of the state. This is the […]

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Amid the boycotts before the polls Piling the heat on Congress

Congress boycotted in the Naga areas of Manipur. Congress boycotted at Churachandpur, thanks to the three Bills passed by the State Assembly last year. Congress boycotted at Sadar Hills over its failure to declare Sadar Hills as a full fledged district. Economic blockade imposed by the United Naga Council over the alleged attempt of the […]

Congress boycotted in the Naga areas of Manipur. Congress boycotted at Churachandpur, thanks to the three Bills passed by the State Assembly last year. Congress boycotted at Sadar Hills over its failure to declare Sadar Hills as a full fledged district. Economic blockade imposed by the United Naga Council over the alleged attempt of the […]

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GoI recognises right of Nagas to integrate : Rh Raising Solution based on FA soon : NSCN (IM)

IMPHAL, Nov 30 : Stating that the long cherished solution based on the Framework Agreement will come sooner than expected, Kilo Kiloner of the NSCN (IM) Rh Raising has asserted that the Government of India has recognised the ‘legitimate right of the Nagas to integrate all Naga territories under one political umbrella.’ Speaking at an […]

IMPHAL, Nov 30 : Stating that the long cherished solution based on the Framework Agreement will come sooner than expected, Kilo Kiloner of the NSCN (IM) Rh Raising has asserted that the Government of India has recognised the ‘legitimate right of the Nagas to integrate all Naga territories under one political umbrella.’ Speaking at an […]

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NSCN (IM) cadres abduct, assault five villagers One dies, two hurt, two missing

IMPHAL, Nov 30: Out of five civilians abducted and assaulted by NSCN-IM cadres for reportedly giving refuge to rival NSCN-K cadres, one has succumbed to the injuries while two others sustained critical injuries.
As for the remaining two, their whereabo…

IMPHAL, Nov 30: Out of five civilians abducted and assaulted by NSCN-IM cadres for reportedly giving refuge to rival NSCN-K cadres, one has succumbed to the injuries while two others sustained critical injuries.
As for the remaining two, their whereabouts could not be traced so far.

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Creation or non-creation of Sadar Hills district at the wisdom of State Govt : CM Eco blockade : CM blames New Delhi, NSCN-IM

IMPHAL, Nov 27: Chief Minister Okram Ibobi has categorically stated that the ongoing indefinite economic blockade being imposed on the National Highways leading to Manipur is instigated by the NDA Government led by BJP and NSCN-IM which are under a cease fire agreement. The Chief Minister was speaking at a one day political conference held […]

IMPHAL, Nov 27: Chief Minister Okram Ibobi has categorically stated that the ongoing indefinite economic blockade being imposed on the National Highways leading to Manipur is instigated by the NDA Government led by BJP and NSCN-IM which are under a cease fire agreement. The Chief Minister was speaking at a one day political conference held […]

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NSCN (IM) celebrates 87th B’day of late Isak

IMPHAL, Nov 11 : The NSCN (IM) celebrated the 87th birth anniversary of Late Isak Chishi Swu, former chairman (Yaruiwo) of the outfit, with pomp and gaiety at Hebron on November 11 under the theme “Forgiveness, Love & Peace”.

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IMPHAL, Nov 11 : The NSCN (IM) celebrated the 87th birth anniversary of Late Isak Chishi Swu, former chairman (Yaruiwo) of the outfit, with pomp and gaiety at Hebron on November 11 under the theme “Forgiveness, Love & Peace”.

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Talk claims of NSCN (U) rubbished Final solution before Mar ’17 : NSCN (IM)

DIMAPUR, Nov 2 : The NSCN-IM while noting the statement of Mulatonu of GPRN/NSCN (Unification group) that a political talk is scheduled with the Government of India by March 2017, has said today that much before March 2017, the Indo-Naga political talks would have resulted in a final solution.

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DIMAPUR, Nov 2 : The NSCN-IM while noting the statement of Mulatonu of GPRN/NSCN (Unification group) that a political talk is scheduled with the Government of India by March 2017, has said today that much before March 2017, the Indo-Naga political talks would have resulted in a final solution.

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NSCN (IM) cadre arrested

Imphal West district police commandos arrested one NSCN (IM) cadre from Bethany Hotel, Deulaland along with one mobile handset today, said a reliable source
According to the source a team of Imphal West district police commandos under the supervision o…

Imphal West district police commandos arrested one NSCN (IM) cadre from Bethany Hotel, Deulaland along with one mobile handset today, said a reliable source
According to the source a team of Imphal West district police commandos under the supervision of Th Vikramjit Additional SP (Ops) and led by Inspector Thaingampao OC Imphal West commandos arrested the NSCN (IM) cadre identified as Phaningkhui Kapai 42 S/o (L) Shangreikan Kapai of Paoyi village, Chingai in Ukhrul district and at present staying at Bethany Hotel Deulaland.

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NSCN-IM rebuffs ambush charge

IMPHAL, Oct 26: The NSCN-IM has rejected the allegation made by Chief Minister O Ibobi and Deputy Chief Minister Gaikhangam they (NSCN-IM) ambushed the Chief Minister’s helicopter on October 24 at Ukhrul.

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IMPHAL, Oct 26: The NSCN-IM has rejected the allegation made by Chief Minister O Ibobi and Deputy Chief Minister Gaikhangam they (NSCN-IM) ambushed the Chief Minister’s helicopter on October 24 at Ukhrul.

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