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Kuki groups protesting in Imphal. File photo.

Kuki groups appeal to PM, NHRC to intervene in Manipur

October 22, 2024, 09:30 PM - 2 min read

The Kuki group urged the NHRC to make a "kind and sympathetic intervention in Manipur to prevent the Manipur state government and the majoritarian Meitei ethnic cleansing pogrom and save the minority Kuki-Zo tribal community from total annihilation."

An Amur falcon (left) and a photograph depicting the alarming hunting of migratory birds in Manipur, highlighting the urgent need for conservation efforts to protect these vital species.

Ahead of Amur falcon migration, Manipur bans hunting

September 22, 2024, 07:35 PM - 3 min read

Every October, thousands of Amur falcons migrate to Manipur from their breeding grounds in Northern China, Eastern Mongolia, and far East Russia.

Army chief General Upendra Dwivedi met Manipur chief minister N Biren Singh during his visit to the state.

Army Chief reviews Manipur border security, assures peace

August 24, 2024, 10:06 AM - 2 min read

The inspection, conducted alongside the Eastern Army Commander, was focused on both the border's security and the internal stability of the region.

The BSF has issued a "high alert" across its formations along the 4,096 km India-Bangladesh border in response to the developments in Bangladesh.

Manipur, Meghalaya clamp night curfews along Bangla border

August 7, 2024, 11:36 AM - 2 min read

This move follows Meghalaya's decision to enforce a curfew along the international border with Bangladesh amid escalating unrest in the neighbouring country.

Don't travel to Manipur, J&K: US cautions its citizens

July 25, 2024, 08:33 AM - 2 min read

The US government has advised its citizens against travelling to certain regions of India, including Manipur, Jammu and Kashmir, areas near the India-Pakistan border, and parts of central and eastern India where Naxalites are active.

Asian Leaf Turtle (L), Leopard Cat (M), Leopard Cat (R).

Assam Rifles' rescue rare animals in Manipur

July 23, 2024, 04:14 PM - 2 min read

The operation resulted in the recovery of two Leopard Cats, one Asian Leaf Turtle, and two reptiles—a Cobra and a Copper-Headed Trinket Snake.

Chief Justice of the Jammu and Kashmir High Court Justice Kotiswar Singh promoted to the Apex Court as a judge.

Supreme Court welcomes first judge from Manipur

July 16, 2024, 04:06 PM - 2 min read

Their appointments bring the apex court's strength back to its sanctioned 34, including the Chief Justice.

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma (L), Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu (M), Sikkim Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang (R).

Northeast states embrace yoga's wellness essence

June 21, 2024, 05:31 PM - 2 min read

Assam, Manipur, Arunachal Pradesh, Sikkim, and Nagaland joined the global commemoration, with leaders and officials actively participating in various yoga sessions and events.

NIA arrests key suspect in Manipur violence plot

June 6, 2024, 07:45 PM - 2 min read

According to the agency, the conspiracy involved Kuki and Zomi insurgents, supported by terrorist organizations based in the northeastern states and neighboring Myanmar.

Congress Parliamentary Party (CPP) chairperson Sonia Gandhi, Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge, party general secretary Priyanka Gandhi Vadra and party leader Rahul Gandhi show victory signs while posing for a picture after the Lok Sabha election trends and results, in New Delhi on Tuesday.

Congress resurgence marks NE's 2024 mandate

June 5, 2024, 04:22 PM - 2 min read

Victories in Assam’s Dhubri, the two constituencies in Manipur, the Tura seat in Meghalaya, and Nagaland have marked a significant comeback for the party. Congress won seven seats across four states, three more than its tally across Assam and Meghalaya five years ago.