Manipur violence: Dissent brews against CM Biren Singh
1 year, 6 months ago

Manipur violence: Dissent brews against CM Biren Singh

Hindustan Times  

GUWAHATI/New Delhi Rumblings against the N Biren Singh government grew louder in Manipur and New Delhi on Tuesday, with even lawmakers from the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party and its allies expressing dissatisfaction with the volatile situation in the northeastern state that has been grappling with ethnic strife. Speaking on condition of anonymity, senior leaders in the Capital said that there were concerns within the party that the continued violence may hit the BJP’s “double-engine government” plank and hamper their electoral prospects in the states scheduled to go to the polls this year, including Mizoram. Read: Manipur violence: Opposition parties submit signed memorandum to PM Narendra Modi Nine state legislators, including eight from the BJP and an independent who supports the state government, submitted a memorandum to the Prime Minister’s Office in New Delhi on Monday that said there was complete breakdown of law and order in the state. Read: Amid violence in Manipur, Twitter handle of major tribal leaders' forum blocked “They have cautioned that the the party’s allies in the state and in the other states as well could be forced to keep a distance from the BJP if the situation is not controlled soon enough,” a second BJP functionary said. State BJP leaders, however, tried to play down the differences in the party and among alliance partner “There’s no official confirmation of any BJP MLA having problems with CM Singh,” said Chidananda Singh, vice-president of BJP’s Manipur unit.

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Manipur Congress leaders stage protest against Amit Shah's remarks on Ambedkar
3 days, 18 hours ago

Manipur Congress leaders stage protest against Amit Shah's remarks on Ambedkar

India Today  

The Manipur unit of the Congress staged a protest in Imphal on Friday seeking the resignation of Home Minister Amit Shah for his remarks on BR Ambedkar during the Winter session of the Parliament. Addressing the media, state Congress legislative party leader O Ibobi Singh said that the BJP had levelled false allegations against Leader of the Opposition Rahul Gandhi …

Manipur CM urges people to support peace efforts
6 days, 5 hours ago

Manipur CM urges people to support peace efforts

Hindustan Times  

Manipur chief minister N. Biren Singh on Wednesday urged the people of Senapati to support efforts to restore peace and normalcy in the state while acknowledging misunderstandings and unrest that have led to loss of lives and property. Manipur chief minister N. Biren Singh during the inauguration of the RobvenaNi 2024 celebrations at Punanamei village in Senapati district on Wednesday. …

Manipur Congress accuses Amit Shah, Biren Singh of contradicting each other
1 week ago

Manipur Congress accuses Amit Shah, Biren Singh of contradicting each other

Hindustan Times  

The Manipur Congress on Tuesday accused Union home minister Amit Shah and chief minister N. Biren Singh of failing to present a unified stance on the violence in the state and said that their contradictions have led to confusion and stalled efforts to restore peace. Addressing a press conference in Imphal on Tuesday, state Congress chief Keisham Meghachandra said, “Amit …

Is my nation so weak that it can’t protect Manipur’s people? asks Congress MP Alfred Arthur in Parliament
1 week, 3 days ago

Is my nation so weak that it can’t protect Manipur’s people? asks Congress MP Alfred Arthur in Parliament

Live Mint  

Congress Member of Parliament Alfred Kan-Ngam Arthur questioned Prime Minister Narendra Modi for not visiting violence-hit Manipur. “Where was the Constitution on the December 4, 2021 when armed forces killed 6 civilians who had gone to work in mines,” he said invoking 2021 Nagaland killings, criticising the Defence Minister Raj Nath Singh of not taking responsibility for the deaths of …

When will Manipur violence end? What Amit Shah said
1 week, 3 days ago

When will Manipur violence end? What Amit Shah said

India Today  

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Saturday described the ongoing violence in Manipur as an ethnic clash, distancing it from terrorism or religious conflict. Speaking at the Agenda Aaj Tak — his first media interaction since the BJP's Lok Sabha election victory — Shah outlined the nature of the crisis in the northeastern state. Shah noted that ethnic disturbances in …

Congress compromised with many to destroy Manipur: Biren Singh
1 week, 3 days ago

Congress compromised with many to destroy Manipur: Biren Singh

India Today  

Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh on Friday alleged that the Congress had compromised with many to destroy Manipur, a state that has been witnessing ethnic violence for more than 1.5 years. Biren Singh was speaking on the sidelines of a cultural festival in Kamjong, marking the Chief Minister’s first visit to a hill district since the violence began in …

​Welcome spotlight: On the Supreme Court directive to Manipur government
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1 week, 3 days ago

​Welcome spotlight: On the Supreme Court directive to Manipur government

The Hindu  

Hearing a case by petitioners aggrieved with the unremitting hostilities in Manipur, the Supreme Court of India has directed the Manipur government to disclose details of destroyed and encroached properties following the ethnic violence a year and a half ago. The Court had also, a few months ago, extended the working tenure of the Justice Gita Mittal-led Committee supervising the …

At Delhi sit-in, Kuki-Zo MLAs question govt’s silence over Manipur
1 week, 6 days ago

At Delhi sit-in, Kuki-Zo MLAs question govt’s silence over Manipur

Hindustan Times  

Seven Manipur MLAs, all from the Kuki-Zo community, held a “silent protest” at the Jantar Mantar in New Delhi on Tuesday against the central government for not taking urgent “steps to prevent loss of life and property”, and reiterated their demand for a separate administration for their community. A total of 10 Kuki-Zo MLAs, including two ministers from CM Singh’s …

Manipur Crisis | Point of Reservation Not Just About Access to Land but to Ensure Equal Representation: Greeshma Kuthar
2 weeks, 1 day ago

Manipur Crisis | Point of Reservation Not Just About Access to Land but to Ensure Equal Representation: Greeshma Kuthar

The Hindu  

Published : Dec 09, 2024 18:29 IST - 42 MINS READ For 19 months, violence has engulfed Manipur, widely portrayed as an ethnic conflict between the majority Meitei community and the Kuki-Zo tribes. As violence spreads to new districts like Jiribam and weapons continue to circulate, Kuthar, in this insightful webinar for Frontline, examines the complex factors that determine the …

Manipur violence: SC asks state to provide details on arson, encroachments of properties
2 weeks, 1 day ago

Manipur violence: SC asks state to provide details on arson, encroachments of properties

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: The Supreme Court on Monday directed the Manipur government to provide details in a sealed cover on the dwelling units and properties burnt either fully or partially, and encroached upon during the ethnic violence in the state. A bench comprising Chief Justice Sanjiv Khanna and Justice Sanjay Kumar fixed the plea for hearing in the week commencing January …

INDIA bloc parties write to PM Modi, urge him to visit Manipur
2 weeks, 4 days ago

INDIA bloc parties write to PM Modi, urge him to visit Manipur

New Indian Express  

GUWAHATI: Ten INDIA bloc parties from Manipur on Friday urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to visit the ethnic violence-hit state before the end of the year. In a letter addressed to Modi, they wrote that the people of Manipur had been eagerly waiting for his presence in the state since May 3 last year to express their voices of helplessness. …

Manipur: Over 2,000 Army personnel searching for missing man; tracker dogs, drones deployed
3 weeks ago

Manipur: Over 2,000 Army personnel searching for missing man; tracker dogs, drones deployed

Deccan Chronicle  

Imphal: The Indian Army has deployed over 2,000 personnel for the search of the Meitei man who has been missing for over a week, police said. Laishram Kamalbabu Singh, a native of Assam's Cachar district who lived in Khukrul in Imphal West, was a works supervisor for a contractor working with the Military Engineering Services in Leimakhong Military Station of …

Manipur: Tripartite talks on 7 new districts fail to yield outcome
3 weeks, 3 days ago

Manipur: Tripartite talks on 7 new districts fail to yield outcome

Hindustan Times  

The tripartite talks among the Centre, Manipur government and the United Naga Council held on Friday at Senapati district headquarters to resolve the demand seeking rollback of creation of seven new districts in the state has failed to yield any outcome. Manipur chief minister N Biren Singh The UNC, the apex body representing the Naga community in Manipur, has been …

You have failed, step down: Mizoram party to Manipur CM N Biren Singh
3 weeks, 5 days ago

You have failed, step down: Mizoram party to Manipur CM N Biren Singh

New Indian Express  

GUWAHATI: The Mizo National Front in Mizoram on Thursday asked Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh to step down, alleging that his leadership has not only failed to resolve the crisis but has also perpetuated the suffering of innocent people. In a statement, the MNF said the ongoing crisis in Manipur, “exacerbated by the catastrophic failure of Chief Minister N. …

Manipur News: NIA reopens 3 major cases as mass hunt for Jiribam culprits intensifies
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Manipur News: NIA reopens 3 major cases as mass hunt for Jiribam culprits intensifies

Live Mint  

Manipur Unrest: The National Investigation Agency has taken charge of three major cases related to the recent violence in Jiribam, Manipur, following directives from the Union Ministry of Home Affairs. Meanwhile, Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh said that the Central and State Governments have launched massive combing operations in Jiribam and its surrounding areas to apprehend those responsible for …

Congress seeks discussion on Adani, Manipur in Parliament's winter session
1 month ago

Congress seeks discussion on Adani, Manipur in Parliament's winter session

Hindustan Times  

The Congress on Saturday demanded that the BJP-led central government discuss allegations against the Adani Group and the Manipur violence in the winter session of Parliament. The party made the demand at an all-party meeting convened by the parliamentary affairs minister, Kiren Rijiju, and presided over by defence minister Rajnath Singh, ahead of the session. Congress leader Pramod Tiwari Congress …

Manipur govt scraps order to reopen schools, colleges in Jiribam, Imphal Valley
1 month ago

Manipur govt scraps order to reopen schools, colleges in Jiribam, Imphal Valley

India TV News  

The Manipir govt on Sunday scrapped orders by the Directorate of Education- Schools and Higher and Technical Education Department, which allowed to reopen the schools and colleges in Imphal Valley and Jiribam districts of violence-hit Manipur's on Monday, an official said. Notifying the latest development, the Directorate of Education - Schools issued an order stating, "Normal classes will resume for …

Manipur violence: Autopsy reports reveal disturbing details of family kidnapped and killed
1 month ago

Manipur violence: Autopsy reports reveal disturbing details of family kidnapped and killed

New Indian Express  

The killings of the six, all from the Meitei community, triggered widespread protests across the Imphal Valley. In response, Chief Minister N. Biren Singh assured that those responsible for the killings would be brought to justice. At a recent meeting, NDA MLAs adopted a resolution urging the central government to declare the “Kuki militants” responsible for the killings as an …

Conflict claimed 258 lives in Manipur: Security advisor
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1 month ago

Conflict claimed 258 lives in Manipur: Security advisor

Hindustan Times  

At least 258 people have died in the ethnic violence that has shrouded Manipur for 18 months, the state’s security adviser Kuldiep Singh said on Friday, adding that an additional 90 Central Armed Police Force companies or approximately 9,000 personnel will be deployed in the strife-torn province. “The total number of deceased, including militants, is 258,” Singh said after chairing …

Suspects involved in looting properties of Manipur ministers, MLAs identified: CM
1 month ago

Suspects involved in looting properties of Manipur ministers, MLAs identified: CM

Deccan Chronicle  

Imphal: Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh on Friday said that suspects involved in looting the properties of ministers and MLAs during protests on November 16 were identified and legal actions initiated. "But those politically motivated gangs who took advantage of the situation, we will take legal action," Singh said. Manipur has seen a fresh wave of protests after six …

Manipur: 32 Arrested Over Violence Targeting MLAs, Ministers; CM Says 'Don’t Blame Govt Only, We Need To...'
1 month ago

Manipur: 32 Arrested Over Violence Targeting MLAs, Ministers; CM Says 'Don’t Blame Govt Only, We Need To...'

ABP News  

Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh on Friday condemned the recent violence targeting ministers and MLAs during protests on November 16, asserting that the suspects had been identified and legal action initiated. We need to correct ourselves as well.” Kuldiep Singh, Security Advisor to the Manipur government, confirmed the arrest of 32 individuals involved in vandalism and arson targeting ministers' …

Morning briefing: Manipur CM says BJP hit drug trade, illegal migrants; Russia's Putin threatens strike on UK, and more
1 month ago

Morning briefing: Manipur CM says BJP hit drug trade, illegal migrants; Russia's Putin threatens strike on UK, and more

Hindustan Times  

Manipur chief minister Nongthombam Biren Singh, 63, has faced persistent calls for his resignation amid ongoing ethnic violence in the state. Dig Deeper Manipur CM N. Biren Singh said the BJP government is working towards restoring peace and normalcy Russian president Vladimir Putin has threatened to strike the UK with a new ballistic missile, similar to the one used in …

‘CM for both Meiteis, Kukis’: Biren digs in amid clamour
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1 month ago

‘CM for both Meiteis, Kukis’: Biren digs in amid clamour

Hindustan Times  

Embattled Manipur chief minister N Biren Singh said on Thursday that he was the leader and protector of all communities in the state, except illegal immigrants and drug peddlers, swatting away suggestions that he should step down in light of the recent spike in violence because he had lost the trust of key groups and allies. Manipur chief minister N …

DC Edit | Biren’s continuance as Manipur CM untenable
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1 month ago

DC Edit | Biren’s continuance as Manipur CM untenable

Deccan Chronicle  

The rebellion within the BJP and the NDA in Manipur after the passage of a resolution at the meeting of the ruling front’s legislators this week points to increasing alienation of chief minister N. Birendra Singh among his own folks and the untenability of his continuance in office. Such a resolution militates against the very idea of democratic governance and …

Wasbir Hussain | Mistrust, ‘won’t talk’ stand may keep Manipur on boil
1 month ago

Wasbir Hussain | Mistrust, ‘won’t talk’ stand may keep Manipur on boil

Deccan Chronicle  

In the full-scale ethnic war between the Meiteis and the Kukis that Manipur has been witnessing since May 3, 2023, the one thing that has come as a surprise is that neither side has been hit by conflict fatigue although the blistering fight has entered its 18th month. As the day progressed, Imphal was under the grip of thousands of …

Manipur’s 10 tribal MLAs plan joint protest in Delhi
1 month ago

Manipur’s 10 tribal MLAs plan joint protest in Delhi

Hindustan Times  

Churachandpur *Security personnel conduct patrolling in a sensitive area of Manipur. Ten tribal legislators from Manipur, including seven from the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party, plan to hold a joint protest in Delhi in the first week of December, demanding the removal of chief minister N Biren Singh and a separate administration for their community, people aware of the matter said …

Killers of 6 people to be brought to justice soon: Manipur CM
1 month ago

Killers of 6 people to be brought to justice soon: Manipur CM

Deccan Chronicle  

Imphal: Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh expressed grief over the killing of six people by suspected Kuki militants last week and asserted that his government would not rest until the culprits are brought to justice. Singh, in a video message shared on X on Wednesday night, said, "Today, I stand here with profound sadness and anger to condemn the …

Manipur Crisis: Curfew Relaxed In 3 districts, Internet Ban Lifted As NDA Calls For 'Mass Operation' Against Militants
1 month ago

Manipur Crisis: Curfew Relaxed In 3 districts, Internet Ban Lifted As NDA Calls For 'Mass Operation' Against Militants

ABP News  

Curfew was relaxed in three Imphal Valley districts on Tuesday and the suspension on broadband internet lifted with conditions, even as Chief Minister N Biren Singh blamed the Congress for the present crisis in Manipur and NDA MLAs called for a "mass operation" against militants responsible for the killing of six women and children. Peaceful rallies were also staged across …

‘Manipur crisis can be solved only by…’: Irom Sharmila seeks PM Modi’s intervention, Kharge writes to President Murmu
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1 month ago

‘Manipur crisis can be solved only by…’: Irom Sharmila seeks PM Modi’s intervention, Kharge writes to President Murmu

Live Mint  

Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge wrote to President Droupadi Murmu, seeking her immediate intervention "to ensure the protection of lives and properties of our own citizens" in violence-hit Manipur. 'Lost faith in PM Modi': Kharge seeks President's intervention Kharge said that Union and the state governments have "completely failed in restoring peace and normalcy in Manipur during the last 18 months". …

BJP maintains silence on issue of change in leadership in Manipur
1 month ago

BJP maintains silence on issue of change in leadership in Manipur

Hindustan Times  

The Bharatiya Janata Party is maintaining a studied silence on the violence that erupted last week in Manipur, which has been on the boil since May 2023 and the demand for a change in the state’s leadership. Senior party leaders who spoke on condition of anonymity said the Union government and party leadership want to “focus” on building peace and …

Manipur NDA MLAs Demand Mass Operation Against Militants Behind Civilian Killings
1 month ago

Manipur NDA MLAs Demand Mass Operation Against Militants Behind Civilian Killings

Deccan Chronicle  

Imphal: A meeting of MLAs of the ruling BJP-led NDA in Manipur adopted a resolution calling for a "mass operation" against the militants responsible for killing the six civilians in Jiribam district within seven days, a statement said. It also sought that the group responsible for the killing of the three women and three children be declared an "unlawful organisation", …

'Writing on wall, but is HM Shah reading it?': Congress' dig over MLAs 'skipping' NDA meet in Manipur
1 month ago

'Writing on wall, but is HM Shah reading it?': Congress' dig over MLAs 'skipping' NDA meet in Manipur

New Indian Express  

Amid a spike in violence in Manipur, the Congress on Monday had asked Prime Minister Narendra Modi to visit the troubled state before the Parliament session this month and demanded Shah's resignation for the "double engine government's complete failure" there. Ramesh had said Modi must first meet an all-party delegation from Manipur and then also call an all-party meeting at …

Biren Singh has failed people of Manipur, only direct intervention of PM Modi can resolve crisis: Irom Sharmila
1 month ago

Biren Singh has failed people of Manipur, only direct intervention of PM Modi can resolve crisis: Irom Sharmila

New Indian Express  

KOLKATA: Rights activist Irom Sharmila believes that Prime Minister Narendra Modi's direct intervention is essential to resolving the crisis in violence-hit Manipur, warning that the reimposition of the "draconian" Armed Forces Act in six police station areas in the northeastern state could escalate the unrest further. Sharmila appealed to Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh to take moral responsibility for …

Manipur crisis: Naga People’s Front says will continue supporting BJP-led govt
1 month ago

Manipur crisis: Naga People’s Front says will continue supporting BJP-led govt

Hindustan Times  

IMPHAL: A day after the National People’s Party withdrew its support to Manipur’s Bharatiya Janata Party -led government, the Naga People’s Front, another key coalition partner, has said that it will continue to support the government. “We will continue to support the government since we continue to be part of the coalition,” said NPF’s Manipur unit president Awangbow Newmai, who …

Home minister should do his work: Rahul Gandhi slams Amit Shah, PM Modi over Manipur violence — ‘Aag ko sirf Congress…’
1 month ago

Home minister should do his work: Rahul Gandhi slams Amit Shah, PM Modi over Manipur violence — ‘Aag ko sirf Congress…’

Live Mint  

Manipur Violence: Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Monday launched an attack on Union Home Minister Amit Shah and Prime Minister Narendra Modi over fresh violence in Manipur and alleged that vested interests were at play. Addressing a press conference in Ranchi, Rahul Gandhi alleged that the Union home minister was not taking an interest in containing Manipur violence. Meanwhile, Union …

Manipur Crisis Govt Rushes 50 Additional CAPF Companies Amid Worsening Violence; NIA Begins Probe Into 3 Cases Report
1 month ago

Manipur Crisis Govt Rushes 50 Additional CAPF Companies Amid Worsening Violence; NIA Begins Probe Into 3 Cases Report

ABP News  

The Union government has ordered the deployment of 50 additional Central Armed Police Force companies, comprising over 5,000 personnel, to Manipur, in response to the state's deteriorating security and law and order situation, official sources said on Monday, as per news agency PTI. According to official sources cited by PTI, "A deployment plan is being drawn to base these new …

Congress demands home minister Amit Shah’s resignation over Manipur violence
1 month ago

Congress demands home minister Amit Shah’s resignation over Manipur violence

Hindustan Times  

New Delhi: The Congress party on Monday demanded the resignations of Union home minister Amit Shah and Manipur chief minister N Biren Singh over the continuing violence in the northeastern state that has been torn apart in ethnic clashes since May last year and asked Prime Minister Narendra Modi to visit the state and call an all-party meeting ahead of …

MLAs’ houses burnt, curfew imposed: Why is Manipur burning again?
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1 month ago

MLAs’ houses burnt, curfew imposed: Why is Manipur burning again?

Firstpost  

Irate protesters have stormed the houses of MLAs and gone on a rampage, bringing life to a standstill in Manipur. Now, a year later, Manipur is in the news again as fresh violence has broken out in the northeastern state, which has also resulted in the National People’s Party, led by Conrad Sangma, withdrawing its support from the Bharatiya Janata …

Manipur News: Curfew Imposed Across 7 Districts, Internet Services Suspended | ABP News
1 month ago

Manipur News: Curfew Imposed Across 7 Districts, Internet Services Suspended | ABP News

ABP News  

The National Investigation Agency has taken over three cases related to the recent violence in Manipur. In the Jiribam district, militants killed three women and three children, which led to an angry mob attacking the residences of three state ministers and six legislators. Meanwhile, the National People’s Party withdrew its support from the BJP-led government in Manipur on Sunday, claiming …

Protester killed, another injured in alleged police firing in Manipur’s Jiribam
1 month ago

Protester killed, another injured in alleged police firing in Manipur’s Jiribam

Hindustan Times  

One protester was killed and another injured in alleged police firing at Jiribam in ethnic violence-hit Manipur on Sunday night even as the worsening situation prompted the state government to close educational institutions and extend a curfew for two days until Tuesday. Chief minister Biren Singh was also scheduled to meet BJP lawmakers at 6pm amid reports of brewing dissent …

Shah to chair meeting on worsening situation in Manipur; CM to meet BJP MLAs
1 month ago

Shah to chair meeting on worsening situation in Manipur; CM to meet BJP MLAs

Hindustan Times  

Union home minister Amit Shah was on Monday due to chair a meeting on the worsening situation in Manipur a day after he cancelled his Maharashtra poll rallies and returned to Delhi even as chief minister Biren Singh was scheduled to meet Bharatiya Janata Party lawmakers at 6pm amid reports of brewing dissent within the ruling party. The National People’s …

Protester shot dead in Manipur during clash with security forces, CM Biren convenes meet with MLAs
1 month ago

Protester shot dead in Manipur during clash with security forces, CM Biren convenes meet with MLAs

New Indian Express  

GUWAHATI : One person was killed and another injured in alleged police firing during mob violence in Manipur’s Jiribam on Sunday night even as Chief Minister N Biren Singh has convened a meeting with all non-Congress MLAs at 6 pm on Monday. Given the prevailing volatile situation, the state government ordered the closure of all educational institutions on Monday and …

1 protester dead in fresh Manipur violence; mob ransacks BJP, Congress offices
1 month ago

1 protester dead in fresh Manipur violence; mob ransacks BJP, Congress offices

India Today  

One person was killed, and another sustained injuries on Sunday as protests and violence continued in Manipur’s valley areas. pic.twitter.com/mfpxJY3dSQ — ANI November 18, 2024 In the wake of the devolving crisis, the National People’s Party withdrew its support for the BJP-led Manipur government, blaming them for not being able to find a solution to the ongoing crisis in the …

Withdrawal of support to BJP-led govt was specific to Biren Singh, says Meghalaya CM Conrad Sangma
1 month ago

Withdrawal of support to BJP-led govt was specific to Biren Singh, says Meghalaya CM Conrad Sangma

New Indian Express  

GUWAHATI: A day after the National People’s Party withdrew its support to the BJP-led government in Manipur, NPP president and Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma on Monday said the withdrawal of support was specific to his counterpart N Biren Singh. Talking to the media, Sangma said, “We have withdrawn our support to the Biren Singh-led government, so it is …

Manipur crisis: What does NPP's withdrawal of support mean for Biren Singh govt | Explained
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1 month ago

Manipur crisis: What does NPP's withdrawal of support mean for Biren Singh govt | Explained

India TV News  

In a significant turn of events, the National People’s Party on Sunday announced that it has pulled its support backing to the ruling BJP government in Manipur due to the ongoing ethnic tensions within the state and ineffective handling of the issues by the government to restore peace. It may, however, be a blow to Chief Minister N. Biren Singh …

Manipur violence: Centre takes action, hands over three cases to NIA
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1 month ago

Manipur violence: Centre takes action, hands over three cases to NIA

India TV News  

Manipur violence: The National Investigation Agency has taken charge of investigating three key cases related to the recent violence in Manipur, which has led to loss of lives and caused widespread disruption of public order. The agency took over these cases from Manipur Police following a recent order issued by the Ministry of Home Affairs as the violent activities linked …

Explained: Will Biren Singh-led BJP govt in Manipur collapse as NPP withdraws support?
1 month, 1 week ago

Explained: Will Biren Singh-led BJP govt in Manipur collapse as NPP withdraws support?

Live Mint  

In a significant political development, the National People’s Party, led by Conrad Sangma, has announced its decision to withdraw support from the BJP-led government in Manipur over deteriorating law and order situation. The NPP holds seven seats in the 60-member legislative assembly, but the move is unlikely to destabilize the government, as the BJP maintains a clear majority with 32 …

NPP pulls out of Manipur govt alleging failure to restore normalcy in state
1 month, 1 week ago

NPP pulls out of Manipur govt alleging failure to restore normalcy in state

Hindustan Times  

IMPHAL: The National People’s Party has withdrawn its support to the Bharatiya Janata Party -led Manipur government under chief minister N Biren Singh, accusing them of failing to resolve the ongoing crisis in the state. NPP national president and Meghalaya chief minister Conrad K. Sangma Follow- Manipur News Live In a letter addressed to BJP resident Jagat Prakash Nadda on …

Conrad Sangma’s NPP withdraws support from BJP-led Manipur govt as violence grows: ‘Completely failed’
1 month, 1 week ago

Conrad Sangma’s NPP withdraws support from BJP-led Manipur govt as violence grows: ‘Completely failed’

Live Mint  

The Conrad Sangma-led NPP withdrew its support from the Manipur coalition government on Sunday amid continued violence in the state. A missive addressed to BJP chief JP Nadda conveyed “deep concern” over the law and order situation in Manipur and lambasted the Biren Singh government for failing to resolve the crisis. “We strongly feel that the Manipur State Government under …

Amit Shah reviews situation in Manipur, directs officials to ensure peace after fresh violence in state
1 month, 1 week ago

Amit Shah reviews situation in Manipur, directs officials to ensure peace after fresh violence in state

Hindustan Times  

Union home minister Amit Shah on Sunday chaired a meeting with senior security establishment officials in Delhi to review the situation in Manipur after fresh violence erupted in the state, sources in the government told HT. Manipur chief secretary Vineet Joshi ordered temporary suspension of internet and mobile data services in the "territorial jurisdiction of currently affected districts of Imphal …

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