In an intense exchange of fire between police and suspected militants in Manipur, 10 people were killed, including a CRPF jawan, marking the highest number of fatalities in a single day this year. The incident occurred in the Jiribam district, close to the hills of the Hmar community, one of the tribes involved in the ongoing conflict in the state. The violence comes days after the killing of a woman from the Hmar community, with a group representing armed Hmars claiming that those killed in the exchange of fire were "village volunteers" retaliating against her death. The situation remains tense in the district, with indefinite prohibitory orders issued by the district administration.
Several shops belonging to the Meitei community were set ablaze by suspected Kuki militants in Manipur's Jiribam district, raising questions about the effectiveness of security forces. The attacks took place within close proximity of a police station, highlighting the urgent need for increased security measures to protect the local population. This incident is part of the ongoing violence in Manipur, which has caused displacement and destruction.
In the wake of fresh violence in Manipur's Jiribam district, the state's Chief Minister led a meeting of ruling party MLAs to discuss ways to tackle the ongoing ethnic violence between Meiteis and Kuki-Zo groups. The security agencies have recovered large caches of weapons, which include sniper rifles and rocket bombs, indicating the intensification of the conflict. Despite previous efforts to restore normalcy, violence continues to erupt in ethnically-diverse Jiribam, displacing thousands and resulting in casualties. The government is now pressuring the Centre to take appropriate action to bring the militants under control.
The Manipur government has declared an indefinite curfew in Jiribam district after five people were killed in ethnic violence. The order, made under the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, prohibits gatherings and restricts movement, with exceptions for essential services and emergency situations. The superintendent of police will be overseeing the enforcement of the curfew, which will remain in effect until further notice. The regional news portal Northeast Now provides ongoing coverage of the potentially volatile situation.
Six people were killed in Manipur's Jiribam district in a string of attacks launched by suspected Kuki militants. These attacks, including rocket-propelled bombs and gunfights, resulted in the death of a 63-year-old man and injuries to six others. The police and security forces responded with combing operations and destruction of two bunkers previously held by the militants. These recent developments come amid peace talks between Meitei and Hmar leaders, highlighting the ongoing tensions between different groups in the region.
Amid ongoing conflicts in Manipur between warring communities and militant groups, the state has witnessed a fresh wave of violence resulting in five deaths. The violence has led to the closure of all educational institutes in the state as well as a declaration of public emergency. The strict policy on digital media for children in countries like Sweden and France has also come under criticism as experts believe it is impractical.
A suspected rocket propelled bomb attack in Manipur's Moirang town has claimed the life of an 80-year-old man and left five others injured. The attack occurred at the residence of the state's first Chief Minister and targeted a prominent figure in Manipur's history. This incident has further fueled the ethnic violence between the Meitei and Kuki-Zo communities in Manipur and has been condemned by the Chief Minister as a cowardly act. Northeast Now, a bilingual news portal, covers every inch of Northeast India and neighboring countries and is politically neutral.
Suspected militants have launched a series of attacks in Manipur, including using drones to drop bombs on people. This is a dangerous escalation in the region, which has a history of ethnic violence. In response, thousands of residents formed human chains to protest the violence, while the government has announced school closures in light of the unrest. Friday's rocket attacks, which resulted in one death and five injuries, have heightened fear and tension in the community.
The recent spate of violence in Manipur continues as a rocket attack at the home of a late former chief minister resulted in the death of an elderly man and injured five others. The rocket, alleged to have been fired from a Kuki-majority area, hit the home and destroyed two structures. This attack comes after a series of drone bombings in the valley, leading to heightened tensions between the Kuki and Meitei communities. In response, Meitei associations have declared a public emergency, urging people to stay indoors.
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi visited relief camps in Manipur to interact with victims of the ethnic violence that has rocked the state for over a year. The former Congress president, on his third visit to the state since the violence broke out, showed his unwavering commitment to the people's cause. During his visit, Gandhi promised to bring the issue to the attention of Parliament and ensure that the necessary aid and support is given to the affected communities.