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Manipur violence | Over 11,000 affected people taking shelter in Army & Assam Rifles garrisons

IMPHAL: Over 11,000 people, who have been affected by the large-scale violence in Manipur, are taking shelter in garrisons of the Indian Army and Assam Rifles. This was informed by the Army on Friday (May 05) afternoon. “When the violence erupted in M…

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Manipur violence: BJP MLA, who was attacked by mob, airlifted to Delhi for treatment

IMPHAL: Manipur BJP MLA Vungzagin Valte, who was attacked by a mob in Imphal on Thursday (May 4) evening, has been airlifted to New Delhi for treatment. Manipur BJP MLA Vungzagin Valte, who was critically injured in the attack, is now stated to be out…

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Nagaland minister appeals for peace in strife-torn Manipur

KOHIMA: Nagaland’s popular minister, Temjen Imna Along, has appealed for peace after incidents of violence rocked several districts of Manipur. “It is with a heavy heart that I address the current unrest in Manipur. Also read: Manipur on the boi…

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Manipur on the boil, efforts on to restore peace

IMPHAL: Government and security forces have claimed that the situation across Manipur has been brought under control through coordinated actions by all stakeholders. IAF undertook continuous sorties from two airfields in Assam employing C17 Globemaster & AN 32 aircrafts. Induction commenced on Thursday night and additional columns commenced domination with effect from wee hours of […]

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Kuki-Meitei violence spreads to Meghalaya, 16 held

Guwahati: Amid the violence in Manipur, at least 16 people belonging to Kukis and Meiteis were arrested following a clash between the two groups in Shillong on Thursday evening. East Khasi Hills superintendent of police Sylvester Nongtnger said follow…

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Manipur: After mobile data, broadband internet services suspended

Guwahati: After the suspension of mobile internet service, the Manipur government on Thursday suspended broadband services as well. An order by the Home Department stated, “In continuation of State Home Department’s order of even number dated 03-05-2023 regarding temporary suspension of mobile data services in the territorial jurisdiction of Manipur State for a period of 5(five) […]

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Amid violence, Manipur appoint ex-CRPF chief as security advisor

New Delhi: As the situation in trouble-torn Manipur worsened on Thursday, the state government appointed retired IPS officer and former CRPF chief Kuldiep Singh as its security advisor. According to reports, Kuldiep Singh has reached Imphal. The Indian Police Service officer of the 1986 batch retired from service in September last year. He also headed the National […]

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Meghalaya to evacuate 200 students from Manipur amidst clashes

Shillong: The Meghalaya government has decided to evacuate over 200 students from Manipur following violent incidents in different parts of the state. Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma chaired an emergency meeting with senior government officials and stated that they are monitoring the situation in Manipur very closely. Also Read: Assam: Margherita rape & murder accused […]

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Centre invokes Article 355 in violence-hit Manipur as situation worsens

Guwahati: The Centre has reportedly invoked Article 355 of the constitution in Manipur as the situation in the violence-hit state worsened on Thursday. Article 355 of the Constitution deals with an emergency provision by which the Centre can intervene and protect a state against external aggression or internal disturbance. Additional central security forces have been deployed in the […]

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Mizoram CM urges his Manipur counterpart to end violence

AIZAWL: Mizoram Chief Minister Zoramthanga on Thursday wrote to his Manipur counterpart N Biren Singh urging him to take steps to end violence and restoration of peace in the neighbourng state. The Mizoram Chief Minister said that he was deeply hurt b…

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Meghalaya CM expresses concern over situation in Manipur

SHILLONG: Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma on Thursday expressed grave concern over the deteriorating law and order scenario in Manipur. The Chief Minister of Meghalaya has appealed for peace in Manipur, where clashes between various tribal gr…

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‘Shoot at Sight’ orders issued to control situation in Manipur

IMPHAL: Shoot-at-sight orders have been issued in violence-hit Manipur on Thursday. Manipur has been rocked by a wave of violent protests over the ongoing All Tribal Students’ Union, Manipur (ATSUM) solidarity march protesting against the Meitei’s dem…

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United Christian Forum of NEI expresses concern over violence in Manipur

Guwahati: The United Christian Forum of NEI has expressed deep concern over the recent incidents of violence, arson, and loss of life in Manipur. In a statement issued by spokesperson Allen Brooks, the organization called for all parties to exercise r…

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Ace boxer from Manipur Mary Kom urges Centre to restore peace

IMPHAL: India’s boxing legend and pride of Manipur M C Mary Kom on Thursday urged the Centre to help control the violence that broke out in Manipur. The Army and Assam Rifles were deployed to control the situation in Manipur where violence broke out d…

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Manipur: Amit Shah takes stock of violence from CM N Biren Singh

NEW DELHI: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Thursday spoke to Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh and took stock of the situation in the state where violence broke out during a tribal agitation. The Centre, which is monitoring the situation in Manipu…

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Manipur violence: Army & Assam Rifles conduct flag marches in affected areas

IMPHAL: The Indian Army and Assam Rifles have been pressed into service to control the violence in Manipur. Violence erupted in Manipur – in the areas of Churachandpur, Imphal, KPI – on Wednesday. With the situation getting out of control,…

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Manipur: Fresh violence rocks Churachandpur, tensions run high following arson & clashes; total curfew imposed in district

IMPHAL: Fresh violence rocked Churachandpur district in Manipur on Wednesday (May 3). Incidents of arson and clashes were reported from parts of Churachandpur district in Manipur. Similar violence were also reported from the valley district of Bishnupur in Manipur. Many houses were gutted and several people sustained injuries in the violence. Police resorted to tear […]

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Manipur: Jiribam-Imphal line sinking, raising concerns over construction quality

Imphal: The North East Frontier Railway’s Jiribam-Tupul-Imphal line in Manipur has been found sinking around 50 meters at the Khongsang railway station, posing a serious threat to travellers. Officials have reported a stretch of at least 50 meters sinking with an approximately 70 meters wide half-moon shape crack, raising concerns over the quality of railway construction […]

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Manipur: Mobile internet suspended for five days amidst “fresh violence”

Imphal: The Manipur government has ordered the suspension of mobile internet/data services for five days in the wake of fresh violence in the Churachandpur district. The violence occurred during a rally organized by ATSUM protesting against the inclus…

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Manipur: Vice President interacts with varsity faculties and students

Manipur Governor and Chief Minister N Biren Singh presenting a royal boat to the visiting Vice President of India at a function at Imphal on Wednesday.

IMPHAL: Vice President of India Jagdeep Dhankhar interacted with students and faculties of the two universities – Dhanamanjuri University and Manipur University located in Imphal West district on Wednesday. On his whirlwind tour, the VP along with his wife arrived at Imphal after attending the 21st Convocation Ceremony of Dibrugarh University in Assam. Also read: […]

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