Manipur CM Biren Singh Says Won't Resign After Outpouring Of Support Outside His Residence
1 year, 6 months ago

Manipur CM Biren Singh Says Won't Resign After Outpouring Of Support Outside His Residence

ABP News  

Supporters of Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh gathered in large numbers outside his residence on Friday and stopped him from meeting the Governor and tendering his resignation, PTI reported. — N.Biren Singh June 30, 2023 Hundreds of women gathered at Nupi Lal Complex on Friday, around 100 yards from the Manipur Chief Minister's secretariat, to urge CM N Biren Singh not to quit in the aftermath of the violence that has ravaged the northeastern state for about two months. pic.twitter.com/jAZYne5Gvt — Press Trust of India June 30, 2023 Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh, who has been under criticism for over two months for his handling of ethnic violence in the state, was on the verge of submitting his resignation today but changed his mind due to public pressure, according to a top minister. He has been… pic.twitter.com/bpYItkAZC1 — ANI June 30, 2023 Kshetrimayum Shanti, a women leader said, “At this critical juncture, the Biren Singh government should stand firm and crack down on troublemakers,” PTI reported.

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BJP Keeps Manipur on Boil, Modi Culpable: Kharge
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1 week, 4 days ago

BJP Keeps Manipur on Boil, Modi Culpable: Kharge

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi; After fresh violence erupted in Manipur, the Congress on Saturday hit out at Prime Minister Narendra Modi and said he could not escape the constitutional culpability of not following "rajdharma".In a post on X, Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge alleged that the BJP had some vested interest in keeping the border state on the boil. he said in his …

CPI calls for Biren Singh's resignation, says apology for Manipur ethnic strife is 'not enough'
2 weeks ago

CPI calls for Biren Singh's resignation, says apology for Manipur ethnic strife is 'not enough'

New Indian Express  

IMPHAL: The CPI claimed that the apology tendered by Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh over ethnic strife in the northeastern state was not enough, and demanded his resignation. The apology expressed by Chief Minister N Biren Singh is an admission of the gravity of the crisis and the complete failure of the state government to address the issues and …

Manipur CM Biren Singh fires back at Jairam Ramesh – ‘because of the past sins of Congress’
2 weeks, 1 day ago

Manipur CM Biren Singh fires back at Jairam Ramesh – ‘because of the past sins of Congress’

Live Mint  

Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh hit back at Congress leader Jairam Ramesh for criticising Prime Minister Narendra Modi for not visiting Manipur. "Everyone, including yourself, is aware that Manipur is in turmoil today because of the past sins committed by the Congress, such as the repeated settlement of Burmese refugees in Manipur and the signing of the SoO Agreement …

Biren Singh's 'past sins' barb after Congress asks 'why PM can't visit Manipur'
2 weeks, 1 day ago

Biren Singh's 'past sins' barb after Congress asks 'why PM can't visit Manipur'

India Today  

A war of words erupted between the Congress and Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh over his apology to the people of the northeastern state for the ongoing ethnic violence that has killed more than 200 people and left thousands homeless since it erupted in May 2023. In response to Congress leader Jairam Ramesh questioning Prime Minister Narendra Modi's "refusal" …

As Manipur CM apologises for ethnic conflict, Congress asks why PM Modi can't do the same; Biren Singh reacts
2 weeks, 2 days ago

As Manipur CM apologises for ethnic conflict, Congress asks why PM Modi can't do the same; Biren Singh reacts

New Indian Express  

IMPHAL: Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh on Tuesday accused the Congress of indulging in politics in his apology to the people of the state over ethnic violence, and asserted that his statement was a "sincere act of expressing grief" for the citizens who have been displaced and have become homeless. Singh, in the post on X, said, "The apology …

‘Asked Biren Singh to resign, but…’: Manipur minister says as calls for CM’s resignation grow amid unrest
1 month, 3 weeks ago

‘Asked Biren Singh to resign, but…’: Manipur minister says as calls for CM’s resignation grow amid unrest

Live Mint  

Manipur minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh criticised Chief Minister N Biren Singh for refusing to resign amid the ongoing law and order crisis and unrest in the state. According to a CNN-News18 report, Yumnam Khemchand Singh did not show up for Monday’s meeting of MLAs, which the Chief Minister convened. Why were the MLAs summoned?” Yumnam Khemchand Singh said in his …

‘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, 3 weeks 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". …

'Writing on wall, but is HM Shah reading it?': Congress' dig over MLAs 'skipping' NDA meet in Manipur
1 month, 4 weeks 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, 4 weeks 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 …

Congress demands home minister Amit Shah’s resignation over Manipur violence
1 month, 4 weeks 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 …

Shah to chair meeting on worsening situation in Manipur; CM to meet BJP MLAs
1 month, 4 weeks 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 …

Withdrawal of support to BJP-led govt was specific to Biren Singh, says Meghalaya CM Conrad Sangma
1 month, 4 weeks 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, 4 weeks 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 …

Explained: Will Biren Singh-led BJP govt in Manipur collapse as NPP withdraws support?
1 month, 4 weeks 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, 4 weeks 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, 4 weeks 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 …

'Completely failed to resolve crisis': NPP withdraws support to Biren Singh-led government in Manipur
1 month, 4 weeks ago

'Completely failed to resolve crisis': NPP withdraws support to Biren Singh-led government in Manipur

New Indian Express  

In a letter addressed to BJP president JP Nadda, NPP chief and Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma came down heavily on Chief Minister N Biren Singh led NDA government in Manipur for "failing to resolve the crisis." Keeping the current situation in mind, the National People's Party has decided to withdraw its support to Biren Singh led Government in …

BJP ally NPP withdraws support from Biren Singh government in Manipur amid unrest
1 month, 4 weeks ago

BJP ally NPP withdraws support from Biren Singh government in Manipur amid unrest

India TV News  

Manipur violence: Conrad Sangma’s National People's Party, an ally of the Bharatiya Janata Party, withdrew support from the Biren Singh government in Manipur amid a fresh round of violence in the northeastern state. Amit Shah reviews the security situation in Manipur In another development, Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Sunday reviewed the security situation in Manipur and directed top …

Biren Singh-led Manipur government failed: Conrad Sangma's party withdraws support
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Biren Singh-led Manipur government failed: Conrad Sangma's party withdraws support

India Today  

The Conrad Sangma-led National People's Party on Sunday withdrew its support to the BJP-led Manipur government, expressing "deep concern" over the prevailing law and order situation in the state. In an official letter marked to BJP national president JP Nadda, NPP said that the Manipur government, under the leadership of Chief Minister N Biren Singh, has completely failed to control …

INTERVIEW | Why should I resign, whatever I did was to protect Manipur: CM Biren Singh on ethnic violence
4 months, 2 weeks ago

INTERVIEW | Why should I resign, whatever I did was to protect Manipur: CM Biren Singh on ethnic violence

New Indian Express  

Singh cited his government's drive against drugs and identifying illegal immigrants as the underlying reasons for the violence, which ranged Meiteis and Kukis against each other. According to Singh, the BJP's loss in both Lok Sabha seats from Manipur, including the Meitei-dominated Inner Manipur, was a reflection on his popularity and not because his party was any less popular. The …

Manipur: Opposition MLAs stage walkout from assembly, boycott remaining sittings
5 months ago

Manipur: Opposition MLAs stage walkout from assembly, boycott remaining sittings

Hindustan Times  

Five opposition MLAs of the Manipur assembly staged a walkout during the ongoing session on Friday and boycotted the remaining sittings after their appeal to seek an appointment with Prime Minister Narendra Modi was rejected. On Thursday, during the sitting of the 6th session of the 12th Manipur Legislative Assembly, opposition MLA Th Lokeswar urged chief minister N Biren Singh …

Did Biren Singh meet Modi separately to discuss Manipur, asks Congress
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Did Biren Singh meet Modi separately to discuss Manipur, asks Congress

The Hindu  

The Congress on Sunday said the people of Manipur were asking whether Chief Minister N. Biren Singh, who attended two meetings chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in the national capital the day before, also met him one-on-one to discuss the situation in the violence-hit State and ask him to visit. Congress general secretary Jairam Ramesh remarked that Mr. Singh …

Manipur CM denies report on resignation, asks media not to spread rumours
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Manipur CM denies report on resignation, asks media not to spread rumours

The Hindu  

Manipur Chief Minister N. Biren Singh on July 1 described a report on his resignation as unfounded and asked the media not to spread rumours. Mr. Singh also claimed that it is an attempt by political rivals who want to take advantage of the prevailing situation in the State which has been in the grip of violence since May last …

Solving Manipur conflict part of Centre’s 100-day plan, have full confidence in it: CM Biren Singh
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Solving Manipur conflict part of Centre’s 100-day plan, have full confidence in it: CM Biren Singh

The Hindu  

The Central government has started having “positive discussions” on the conflict in Manipur and it is a “great achievement” that resolution of the crisis is part of the 100-day plan of the new National Democratic Alliance government, Chief Minister N. Biren Singh said on Friday. This comes on a day when the Coordinating Committee on Manipur Integrity, one of the …

PM Modi abandoned all responsibility for 'BJP-manufactured crisis' in Manipur: Congress
9 months ago

PM Modi abandoned all responsibility for 'BJP-manufactured crisis' in Manipur: Congress

New Indian Express  

NEW DELHI: The Congress on Monday accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi of abandoning all responsibility for the "BJP-manufactured crisis" in Manipur and asked why is he "protecting" Chief Minister N Biren Singh. Congress general secretary Jairam Ramesh attacked the BJP ahead of Home Minister Amit Shah's poll campaign engagements in the violence-hit state. "The Prime Minister has abandoned all responsibility …

Centuries-Old Manipuri Identity Insecure Now Due To Certain Politicians’ Lack Of Vision: CM N Biren Singh
11 months ago

Centuries-Old Manipuri Identity Insecure Now Due To Certain Politicians’ Lack Of Vision: CM N Biren Singh

ABP News  

New Delhi: Chief Minister of Manipur N Biren Singh described the current circumstances of the state as a battle for survival and identity, reflecting the gravity of the challenges being confronted. CM N Biren Singh highlighted Union Home Minister Amit Shah's post on social media, regarding the cancellation of the India-Myanmar Free Movement Regime. Truly grateful to Hon'ble Prime Minister, …

Manipur CM Biren Singh to seek meeting with PM
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Manipur CM Biren Singh to seek meeting with PM

The Hindu  

Manipur Chief Minister N. Biren Singh has assured the representatives of 10 non-BJP political parties that he would on Monday seek an appointment with Prime Minister Narendra Modi to discuss the ongoing unrest in the State. During the 90-minute meeting, the representatives of the political parties highlighted the killings of common people and some personnel of the State forces by …

Manipur CM denies resignation talks, says 'no decision taken'
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Manipur CM denies resignation talks, says 'no decision taken'

New Indian Express  

IMPHAL: Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh on Sunday said talks of resignation by him, his cabinet colleagues and MLAs were "just speculations and we are not taking any decision now." Singh's remark comes in the wake of a report that went viral on social media on Saturday which said "Singh along with his cabinet colleagues of both the hills …

Congress accuses PM Modi of abandoning people of Manipur
1 year, 3 months ago

Congress accuses PM Modi of abandoning people of Manipur

The Hindu  

The Congress on Wednesday claimed that there had been no “marked improvement” in Manipur and accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi of being “silent on the situation and abandoning the people of the State”. In a statement, Congress general secretary Jairam Ramesh said Manipur coming to such a situation just after 15 months since the BJP was elected to power was …

Manipur violence | Uncaring government must immediately remove CM Biren Singh: Kapil Sibal
1 year, 3 months ago

Manipur violence | Uncaring government must immediately remove CM Biren Singh: Kapil Sibal

The Hindu  

Rajya Sabha MP Kapil Sibal on Saturday hit out at the Centre over the situation in Manipur and said the "uncaring government" must immediately remove Chief Minister N. Biren Singh and not let the State "burn" anymore. A fresh bout of violence broke out in Imphal on Tuesday, a day after photographs of the bodies of two youths — a …

Congress demands dismissal of Manipur CM Biren Singh as the State witnesses fresh protests
1 year, 3 months ago

Congress demands dismissal of Manipur CM Biren Singh as the State witnesses fresh protests

The Hindu  

Alleging that Manipur has been turned into a battlefield where violence against women and children has been “weaponised”, Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to dismiss the State’s “incompetent” Chief Minister N. Biren Singh. Mr. Kharge’s remarks, posted on social media platform X, come a day after the Manipur government ordered a fresh ban on mobile internet …

No division of Manipur, in touch with Kuki MLAs: CM N Biren Singh
1 year, 4 months ago

No division of Manipur, in touch with Kuki MLAs: CM N Biren Singh

Hindustan Times  

Singh said, ”Assam Rifles saved people from both hills and valley districts. Manipur chief minister N Biren Singh, who was in the national capital to meet Union home minister Amit Shah on Thursday, said he is in regular touch with the 10 Kuki-Zo-Hmar MLAs who have demanded a separate administration for hill districts. {{^userSubscribed}} {{/userSubscribed}} {{^userSubscribed}} {{/userSubscribed}} The 10 MLAs, …

Why Not Removing Biren Singh as Chief Minister is a Prudent Step in Violence-Hit Manipur - News18
1 year, 5 months ago

Why Not Removing Biren Singh as Chief Minister is a Prudent Step in Violence-Hit Manipur - News18

News 18  

In strife-torn Manipur, where two communities have been on a warpath with each other, the most vociferous demand from the Opposition has been to remove chief minister Biren Singh for failing to control the violence. The Centre’s step to stick with Singh has helped in not causing a ‘reaction’ from the Meitei side, especially at a time when the chief …

Amit Shah explains the causes and measures taken by Centre after violence erupted in Manipur
1 year, 5 months ago

Amit Shah explains the causes and measures taken by Centre after violence erupted in Manipur

Op India  

On Wednesday, Union Home Minister Amit Shah condemned Manipur violence and urged Meitie and Kuki communities to engage in dialogue. Manipur violence is shameful, politicising it is even more shameful,” Amit Shah said while speaking about Manipur clashes in Lok Sabha. Shah provided a comprehensive explanation of the reasons behind the clashes in Manipur and explained the measures undertaken by …

Will Manipur CM N Biren Singh be replaced amid violent clashes? Amit Shah says…
1 year, 5 months ago

Will Manipur CM N Biren Singh be replaced amid violent clashes? Amit Shah says…

Live Mint  

Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh is set to remain at his post amid growing calls for his dismissal. Home Minister Amit Shah told the Lok Sabha on Wednesday that the CM was ‘cooperating with the Centre’ and a change was not necessary at this time. The remarks also come mere days after the Kuki People's Alliance withdrew from the …

Will Biren Singh resign? How Manipur CM is losing support of MLAs and people
1 year, 5 months ago

Will Biren Singh resign? How Manipur CM is losing support of MLAs and people

Firstpost  

Manipur CM Biren Singh received a jolt as the Kuki People’s Alliance withdrew support to the government. He has also lost the support of the Coordinating Committee on Manipur Integrity, made up of several Meitei groups, as they announced a social boycott of his administration It’s been almost three months that the northeastern state of Manipur has been in the …

Manipur CM N Biren Singh calls Kukis a terrorist group: KPA president Tongmang Haokip slams BJP govt
1 year, 5 months ago

Manipur CM N Biren Singh calls Kukis a terrorist group: KPA president Tongmang Haokip slams BJP govt

India TV News  

Manipur violence: Day after withdrawing support from the BJP-led Manipur government, Kuki People’s Alliance president Tongmang Haokip, targeted Chief Minister N Biren Singh, saying he is anti-Kukis on Monday. The decision of the Kuki People's Alliance to walk out of the ruling alliance comes at a crucial moment, coinciding with the government led by Biren Singh facing severe criticism for …

NDA partner KPA withdraws support from Biren Singh govt in Manipur
1 year, 5 months ago

NDA partner KPA withdraws support from Biren Singh govt in Manipur

Live Mint  

The National Democratic Alliance partner Kuki People's Alliance on Sunday withdrew support from N Biren Singh's government in Manipur. In a letter to Governor Anusuiya Uikey, KPA president Tongmang Haokip informed that his party has decided to snap ties with the Biren Singh government in Manipur where violence and riots has claimed more than 160 lives in the state. The …

NDA partner KPA withdraws support from Biren Singh govt in Manipur: Report
1 year, 5 months ago

NDA partner KPA withdraws support from Biren Singh govt in Manipur: Report

Hindustan Times  

NDA partner Kuki People's Alliance withdraws support from N Biren Singh government in Manipur, PTI reported. KPA's decision to walk out of the ruling alliance comes at a time when the government headed by Biren Singh continues to be under fire over its inability to control the violence which has killed more than 160 people. “After careful consideration of the …

Manipur: NDA partner Kuki People's Alliance withdraws support from Biren Singh govt
1 year, 5 months ago

Manipur: NDA partner Kuki People's Alliance withdraws support from Biren Singh govt

India TV News  

Manipur violence: NDA partner Kuki People's Alliance on Sunday announced to withdraw support from N Biren Singh government in Manipur, reported news agency PTI. The decision of the Kuki People's Alliance to walk out of the ruling alliance comes at a crucial moment, coinciding with the government led by Biren Singh facing severe criticism for its failure to control the …

Kuki MLA of BJP goes rogue, attacks own party’s Chief Minister of Manipur accusing him of favouring Meiteis
1 year, 5 months ago

Kuki MLA of BJP goes rogue, attacks own party’s Chief Minister of Manipur accusing him of favouring Meiteis

Op India  

BJP Kuki MLA from Saikot, Paolienlal Haokip in a recently-penned op-ed went all out against his own party and government at the state and Centre over the violence in Manipur. Titled “Manipur violence could not be contained because of the complicity of Biren Singh government”, Haokip in his article directly holds the N Biren Singh government responsible for the violence. …

Chief Minister should resign or be sacked: Naga People's Front on Manipur incident
1 year, 5 months ago

Chief Minister should resign or be sacked: Naga People's Front on Manipur incident

India Today  

Amidst the nationwide outcry over the incident of two women being paraded naked by a mob of men in Manipur, Naga People's Front leader Lorho Pfoze on Friday called for the resignation of Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh, stating that he should take the moral responsibility for the state's situation. "I think the Chief Minister should take the moral …

‘My main job is to bring peace’: Biren Singh rejects opposition’s call to resign
1 year, 5 months ago

‘My main job is to bring peace’: Biren Singh rejects opposition’s call to resign

Hindustan Times  

Manipur chief minister N Biren Singh on Friday responded to the opposition's calls for his resignation amid a nationwide outrage over the incident of atrocities on women in the northeastern state, saying that his main job is to “bring peace in the state.” Manipur chief minister N Biren Singh “…I don't want to go into this. Accused number one, who …

Manipur Horror: Will Biren Singh step down as chief minister?
1 year, 5 months ago

Manipur Horror: Will Biren Singh step down as chief minister?

Firstpost  

Manipur has been on the boil for two months now and the tipping point in the northeastern state is the video of two women being paraded naked by a mob. Outer Manipur MP R Lorho S Pfoze of the Naga People’s Front, one of the two MPs from the state, said that Chief Minister Biren Singh should take responsibility of …

Manipur horror: Amid calls for resignation over women's video, CM Biren Singh says, 'My job is...'
1 year, 5 months ago

Manipur horror: Amid calls for resignation over women's video, CM Biren Singh says, 'My job is...'

India TV News  

CM responds to resignation calls: Amid outrage over the women paraded naked video in Manipur and rising demands for the Chief Minister’s resignation, N Biren Singh on Friday said that his job is to bring peace to the violence-hit state and reaffirmed that his government will not spare any miscreant. Calls for Singh’s resignation got louder after the video, shot …

Modi pained' by Manipur women abuse
1 year, 5 months ago

Modi pained' by Manipur women abuse

Deccan Chronicle  

NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke for the first time on Thursday about the distressing situation in Manipur expressing his pain and anger over women being paraded naked. With the Opposition MPs shouting slogans such as "Manipur Manipur" and "Manipur is burning", Parliament witnessed frequent adjournments before finally adjourning for the day. Kharge said that "humanity has died in …

Manipur CM has lost control, must resign: Leftist MPs
1 year, 6 months ago

Manipur CM has lost control, must resign: Leftist MPs

The Hindu  

Presenting the findings of a delegation of CPI-CPI parliamentarians who visited Manipur, the Left parties have reiterated their demand for BJP leader and Chief Minister N. Biren Singh’s ouster, saying that the State administration has collapsed completely with the Chief Minister losing legitimacy and credibility. The delegation comprising Bikashranjan Bhattacharya, John Brittas, Binoy Viswam, K. Subbarayan and P. Sandosh Kumar …

Opposition MPs walk out of Parliamentary panel for not debating Manipur
1 year, 6 months ago

Opposition MPs walk out of Parliamentary panel for not debating Manipur

The Hindu  

Congress and Trinamool Congress members walked out of a meeting of the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Home after their demand to deliberate on the ethnic strife in Manipur was denied by the panel Chairperson and BJP MP Brij Lal. “We stand against such an evasion of responsibility to discuss an issue of national importance and therefore choosing to walk out …

Youth Congress holds protest over Manipur violence, demands resignation of CM Biren
1 year, 6 months ago

Youth Congress holds protest over Manipur violence, demands resignation of CM Biren

India Today  

The Indian Youth Congress on Monday staged a protest here demanding the resignation of Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh over the ongoing ethnic violence in the state. Several youth Congress leaders and workers gathered behind the IYC office in central Delhi, carrying banners that read "Mukhyamantri isteefa do". Earlier, the IYC had urged the Centre to seize arms from …

China is involved in Manipur violence: Sanjay Raut
1 year, 6 months ago

China is involved in Manipur violence: Sanjay Raut

India Today  

Shiv Sena MP Sanjay Raut said China is involved in fueling violence in Manipur and sought answers from the Union government on action taken against China. Sanjay Raut pointed out that the BJP is in power at the Centre and in the northeastern state that has witnessed ethnic violence since May 3. He should resign and president's rule should be …

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