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In a bold operation, security forces in Manipur uncovered a staggering haul of weapons and explosives across five districts, including 50 improvised explosive devices. This discovery sheds light on the vast caches held by insurgent factions. The seizure also included over 100 guns, a plethora of grenades, and sophisticated communication equipment. Guwahati: Security forces on…
GUWAHATI: Suspected militants waylaid at least three vehicles passing by two tribal villages along Manipur’s Ukhrul-Imphal Road Wednesday and abducted 20 Naga men, women and children at gunpoint, potentially igniting a fresh ethnic firestorm in a state already scarred by the Meitei-Kuki conflict. Ukhrul-headquartered organisation Tangkhul Naga Long alleged mass abduction was handiwork of Kuki…
Get ready for an emotional ride this March 6 as ‘Boong,’ India’s groundbreaking BAFTA-recognized film, returns to theaters. This touching story follows a young boy’s brave mission to bring his family together, exploring the heart-wrenching themes of childhood innocence and resilience in the face of loss. The trailer for ‘Boong,’ the first Indian film to…
Ever imagined how it’s like to shop from a market that is run only by women? There is one such market in the heart of Imphal, which amid the steady hum of bargaining voices, and aroma of fresh produce and dried fish, will make anyone pause and experience the vibe of it. This place is…
Manipuri film ‘Boong’ made history as India’s first BAFTA winner. Critics accuse BAFTA of removing director Lakshmipriya Devi’s peace-focused acceptance remarks from the clip. When the video was later reposted without an explanation, the move sparked outrage and renewed calls for accountability to protect Indigenous voices. Read on to know more in detail. The Manipuri…
Manipur CM Yumnam Khemchand Singh, with deputy chief ministers Nemcha Kipgen and Losii Dikho with Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi (Photo: PMOIndia/X) NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday met Manipur chief minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh, along with his two deputies, Losii Dikho and Nemcha Kipgen.This was the first meeting of the…
In an emotional moment at the British Academy of Film and Television Arts Awards, ‘Boong’ director Lakshmipriya Devi used her acceptance speech to call for peace in Manipur after her film won Best Children’s & Family Film.The 2024 Manipuri coming-of-age drama hit a milestone for Indian cinema, triumphing over nominees like ‘Arco’ and Hollywood blockbusters…
Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh with children during the distribution of financial assistance to Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) at the Alternative Housing Complex in Langol, Imphal West, on Thursday. Imphal/Churachandpur: A fractured state tried to talk to itself. For the first time since ethnic violence tore Manipur apart in May 2023, chief minister Yumnam…
Guwahati: Security forces evacuated 51 Kuki students from Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya (JNV) Ramva in Manipur’s Ukhrul district to JNV Kangpokpi on Sunday night amid safety concerns following a recent flare-up of Kuki-Naga tensions in the district.Manipur Police said on Monday that Ukhrul District Police moved the students and handed them over to the Saikul Police…
NEW DELHI: Congress leader Pawan Khera on Saturday took swipe at Prime Minister Narendra Modi over his visit to Assam and not the neighbouring state of Manipur while booking a ticket for him from Guwahati to Imphal.In a post on X, Khera took a swipe at the Prime Minister, saying Manipur should not be “abandoned”…
