Fulfil duty towards violence-hit Manipur instead of electioneering in Karnataka: Congress to PM
1 year, 8 months ago

Fulfil duty towards violence-hit Manipur instead of electioneering in Karnataka: Congress to PM

The Hindu  

The Congress on Friday asked Prime Minister Narendra Modi to fulfil his duty towards violence-hit Manipur instead of being busy in election campaign in Karnataka, and sought the sacking of Home Minister Amit Shah for "complete failure" in maintaining peace in the northeastern State. “Modi ji, you are an elected Prime Minister of the country and the people of Karnataka are "Seeking votes in Karnataka is against your 'kartavya' and we want to remind you that your duty is to save Manipur instead," Congress spokesperson Supriya Shrinate said. Shoot-at-sight All India Congress Committee general secretary Randeep Surjewala shared a government order on social media and pointed that the State government had written that it was "pleased to authorise shoot at sight orders". "Just like the British government, only the Modi government could use such draconian language as there is a complete breakdown of law and order and constitutional machinery in Manipur," he said in a video message.

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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 …

‘BJP a matchstick which burnt Manipur’: Mallikarjun Kharge targets PM Modi after police officer injured in clash
1 week, 4 days ago

‘BJP a matchstick which burnt Manipur’: Mallikarjun Kharge targets PM Modi after police officer injured in clash

Hindustan Times  

Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge on Saturday lashed out at Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the Bharatiya Janata Party, a day after protesters clashed with police in strife-torn Manipur, leaving a senior police official, among others, injured. Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge and PM Narendra Modi. The Congress has repeatedly criticised PM Narendra Modi for not visiting Manipur, where ethnic violence involving …

Aid of over Rs 247 crore given to violence-hit Manipur in 2024: Centre's report
1 week, 5 days ago

Aid of over Rs 247 crore given to violence-hit Manipur in 2024: Centre's report

India Today  

The Narendra Modi-led central government extended special assistance of over Rs 247 crore to the Manipur government amid the ethnic clashes that broke out in the state in 2023. A report by the Union Home Ministry highlighted that for the operation of relief camps for people displaced due to the violence in Manipur, the centre approved Rs 101.75 crore on …

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

Congress leader attacks state, Centre for their handling of Manipur crisis
2 weeks ago

Congress leader attacks state, Centre for their handling of Manipur crisis

India Today  

Former Manipur Chief Minister Okram Ibobi Singh on Tuesday expressed disappointment and displeasure over the state and Central government's failure to resolve the Manipur conflict, saying that the state Assembly should be convened at the earliest and the issue should be discussed. "Today marks the end of the calendar year and yet the assembly has not been convened", Ibobi Singh …

Manipur CM apologises to public, regrets for ethnic violence
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2 weeks ago

Manipur CM apologises to public, regrets for ethnic violence

Deccan Chronicle  

Guwahati: Manipur chief minister N. Biren Singh on Tuesday apologised to the people of the state and expressed “regret” for the ethnic violence that has rocked the state ever since May 2023. I apologise.” In his New Year’s message, the chief minister, asking all 35 tribes in Manipur to live together in harmony, said: “I want to appeal to all …

On Manipur violence, CM Biren Singh says ‘feel regret, want to say sorry to people of state’
2 weeks, 1 day ago

On Manipur violence, CM Biren Singh says ‘feel regret, want to say sorry to people of state’

Hindustan Times  

Manipur chief minister N Biren Singh apologised to the people of the state and expressed “regret” for ethnic violence that has rocked the state since May 2023. Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh pays tribute to the departed women freedom fighters at the Nupee Lal Memorial complex on Nupee Lal Numit 2024, in Imphal West. Manipur conflict Ethnic violence between …

Chief Minister Biren Singh apologises for Manipur violence: Forgive and forget
2 weeks, 1 day ago

Chief Minister Biren Singh apologises for Manipur violence: Forgive and forget

India Today  

Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh on Tuesday apologised to the people of the state for the ethnic violence that has been occurring since May 2023, and appealed to all sections to "forgive and forget" the past. "Peace is being restored in Manipur, and the only solution lies in discussion and dialogue, which the Central government has already initiated," Biren …

As Manipur CM apologises for ethnic conflict, Congress asks why PM Modi can't do the same; Biren Singh reacts
2 weeks, 1 day 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 …

The Hindu Morning Digest, December 25, 2024
3 weeks ago

The Hindu Morning Digest, December 25, 2024

The Hindu  

Ajay Bhalla named new Manipur Governor; Arif Mohammed Khan shifted to Bihar Former Union Home Secretary Ajay Bhalla has been appointed as the new Governor of Manipur in the latest gubernatorial appointments and reshuffle by President Droupadi Murmu across five States. ‘Misleading’, ‘baseless’, says EC, rejects Congress’s claims on Maharashtra voter lists The Election Commission of India rejected as “factually …

Manipur govt violating constitutional provisions by not holding winter session: Congress
3 weeks, 3 days ago

Manipur govt violating constitutional provisions by not holding winter session: Congress

Hindustan Times  

Senior Congress leader Okram Ibobi Singh on Saturday alleged that the Manipur government was violating provisions of the Constitution by not holding the winter session of the state assembly. Okram Ibobi Singh, a senior Congress lawmaker, said on Saturday that the Manipur administration was breaking the Constitution by failing to conduct the state assembly's winter session. The Congress legislature party …

Manipur CM urges people to support peace efforts
3 weeks, 6 days 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. …

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

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

INDIA bloc parties from Manipur urge PM Modi to visit State for restoration of peace
1 month, 1 week ago

INDIA bloc parties from Manipur urge PM Modi to visit State for restoration of peace

The Hindu  

INDIA bloc parties from Manipur on Friday urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to visit the violence-hit state at the earliest, asserting that his direct involvement and pro-active engagement with the people of Manipur can only bring peace and normalcy there. "This is a clear example of negligence by the Prime Minister and the central government, as the PM has neither …

INDIA bloc parties write to PM Modi, urge him to visit Manipur
1 month, 1 week 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. …

Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah meets PM Modi, seeks urgent clearances for Mekedatu, Kalasa Banduri projects
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah meets PM Modi, seeks urgent clearances for Mekedatu, Kalasa Banduri projects

Hindustan Times  

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Friday met Prime Minister Narendra Modi, requesting rectification in short term farm loan limit, ₹10,000 crore in financial support and urgent clearances for the Mekedatu Balancing Reservoir and Kalasa Banduri projects. The chief minister highlighted that NABARD has drastically cut the Short Term Agricultural Credit Limit for Karnataka from ₹5,600 crore in 2023-24 to just …

To weaken China, Modi must strengthen Manipur
1 month, 3 weeks ago

To weaken China, Modi must strengthen Manipur

New Indian Express  

The enduring travesty of colonialism is not the blood that has been spilt of indigenous populations, but the festering wounds of identity politics the invaders left unhealed. Home Minister Amit Shah was compelled last week to leave election meetings in Maharashtra to fly to Manipur and turn down the heat. Last year he had ordered 10 km of the Manipur-Myanmar …

Manipur: 32 Arrested Over Violence Targeting MLAs, Ministers; CM Says 'Don’t Blame Govt Only, We Need To...'
1 month, 3 weeks 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' …

Manipur minister erects barbed wire fence around ancestral house to protect it from mob attack
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Manipur minister erects barbed wire fence around ancestral house to protect it from mob attack

Deccan Chronicle  

Imphal: To protect his ancestral house in Imphal East district from mob attack, a Manipur minister has constructed barbed wire fence and iron nets around the residence with temporary bunkers for security forces. The ancestral house of Manipur Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution minister L Susindro Meitei at Khurai was attacked by a mob on November 16. The minister …

Manipur violence: BJP accuses Congress of encouraging nexus of foreign forces aiming to derail India’s progress
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Manipur violence: BJP accuses Congress of encouraging nexus of foreign forces aiming to derail India’s progress

The Hindu  

The Bharatiya Janata Party president J.P. Nadda on Friday accused the Congress of “endorsing and encouraging a nexus of foreign forces looking to derail India’s progress”, stating that the fallout of Congress governments’ failure to address local critical issues in the early 1990s were being felt in Manipur even today. In a letter to Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge, which was …

​Ending the tragedy: On the Manipur crisis, a solution
1 month, 3 weeks ago

​Ending the tragedy: On the Manipur crisis, a solution

The Hindu  

The adage “Insanity is doing the same thing over and over again and expecting different results” holds true for Manipur. The initial clashes resulted in scores of deaths, and, since then, parts of the State, many of which are under the effective control of security forces, have witnessed sporadic but intense incidents of violence. Manipur Chief Minister N. Biren Singh …

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

‘Unprecedented turmoil’: Kharge asks President Murmu to intervene in Manipur
1 month, 3 weeks ago

‘Unprecedented turmoil’: Kharge asks President Murmu to intervene in Manipur

Hindustan Times  

NEW DELHI: Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge on Tuesday sought President Droupadi Murmu’s immediate intervention in the Manipur crisis, blaming the union and the state government for the “unprecedented turmoil” in the state. Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge and senior party leaders along with a delegation of party leaders from Manipur In a two-page letter, Kharge said “deliberate acts of omission and …

‘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, 3 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, 3 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 …

DC Edit | Manipur continues to burn as Centre, state govt dither
1 month, 3 weeks ago

DC Edit | Manipur continues to burn as Centre, state govt dither

Deccan Chronicle  

Protests are taking place in the capital with legislators of even the ruling party faring the ire of people who feel insecure at home; mobs are setting fire to the homes of the wielders of power and their kin. Neither the members of the majority nor those of the minority community feels safe in the state; none, starting from the …

Home minister should do his work: Rahul Gandhi slams Amit Shah, PM Modi over Manipur violence — ‘Aag ko sirf Congress…’
1 month, 3 weeks 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 …

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 …

MLAs’ houses burnt, curfew imposed: Why is Manipur burning again?
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1 month, 4 weeks 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, 4 weeks 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 …

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 …

1 protester dead in fresh Manipur violence; mob ransacks BJP, Congress offices
1 month, 4 weeks 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 …

Kharge Accuses Centre of Letting Manipur Burn
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1 month, 4 weeks ago

Kharge Accuses Centre of Letting Manipur Burn

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: Amid renewed violence in Manipur, Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge accused the Modi government of allowing the border state to burn to serve its "hateful and divisive politics." Kharge echoed Gandhi's concerns, stating that the people of Manipur would "never forgive or forget" that Prime Minister Narendra Modi has not visited the state during its prolonged crisis. "@narendramodi ji, …

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 …

Manipur violence: BJP deliberately wants State to burn, says Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Manipur violence: BJP deliberately wants State to burn, says Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge

The Hindu  

With a spate of violence in Manipur, the Congress renewed its attack on Prime Minister Narendra Modi led government accusing the Bharatiya Janata Party of “deliberately” keeping Manipur burning. Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge, in a long post on X said, Manipur, since May 2023 has undergone “unimaginable pain”, “division and simmering violence” which has destroyed the future of its people. …

Manipur Violence News: Amit Shah cancels Maharashtra Election rally to return to Delhi amid rising tensions
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Manipur Violence News: Amit Shah cancels Maharashtra Election rally to return to Delhi amid rising tensions

Live Mint  

Manipur Violence News: Union Home Minister Amit Shah has cancelled his scheduled election rallies in Maharashtra and returned to Delhi as tensions escalate in the northeastern state of Manipur. Manipur Violence News: Amit Shah’s Return to Delhi for Emergency Review of Situation Amit Shah, who was in Maharashtra to campaign for the state Assembly elections, is now expected to hold …

‘You have failed Manipur…,’ Congress Kharge slams PM Modi over ‘mob’ violence in state
1 month, 4 weeks ago

‘You have failed Manipur…,’ Congress Kharge slams PM Modi over ‘mob’ violence in state

Live Mint  

Mallikarjun Kharge on Sunday slammed PM Narendra Modi for Manipur ‘mob’ violence noting that the state is “undergoing unimaginable pain, division and simmering violence.” Posting on X, he said, “We are saying it with utmost responsibility that it looks that the BJP deliberately wants Manipur to burn, for it serves its hateful divisive politics. New districts are being added to …

Manipur Violence News: Meitei group issues 24-hour ultimatum for Biren Singh govt; Rahul Gandhi demands PM Modi’s visit
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Manipur Violence News: Meitei group issues 24-hour ultimatum for Biren Singh govt; Rahul Gandhi demands PM Modi’s visit

Live Mint  

Manipur Violence News: In a rapidly escalating crisis, civil society groups in Manipur have given the state government a 24-hour ultimatum, demanding immediate and decisive action against armed militant groups, reports NDTV. Country can't afford the crisis to continue.” Manipur Violence News: Violence Escalates with Attacks on Government Properties The situation in Manipur turned even more volatile as protesters attacked …

Manipur violence: Rahul urges PM to visit state
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Manipur violence: Rahul urges PM to visit state

Deccan Chronicle  

The Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, on Saturday termed the recent string of violent clashes and continuing bloodshed in Manipur "deeply disturbing", as he urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to visit the state and work towards restoring peace in the region. A day after the bodies of three out of six missing persons were fished out …

'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 deliberately wants Manipur to burn': Kharge
1 month, 4 weeks ago

'BJP deliberately wants Manipur to burn': Kharge

New Indian Express  

Kharge said at least 17 people have lost their lives since November 7, adding new districts are being added to the list of strife-torn regions and the fire is spilling over to bordering northeastern states. Even if you visit Manipur in future, people of the state will never forgive or forget that you left them to fend for themselves, and …

Manipur wants AFSPA revoked as violence flares up, Biren Singh's house targeted
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Manipur wants AFSPA revoked as violence flares up, Biren Singh's house targeted

India Today  

As tensions soared in Manipur following the recovery of the bodies of all six missing persons, protesters targeted the houses of ministers and MLAs, ransacking their residences and setting some of them on fire. They also tried to storm the Chief Minister N Biren Singh's house as security forces responded by firing tear gas to disperse the crowd in various …

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 …

Manipur violence: Rahul Gandhi urges PM to visit State, work towards restoring peace
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Manipur violence: Rahul Gandhi urges PM to visit State, work towards restoring peace

The Hindu  

The Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, on Saturday termed the recent string of violent clashes and continuing bloodshed in Manipur “deeply disturbing”, as he urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to visit the state and work towards restoring peace in the region. In a post on X, Rahul Gandhi said the recent string of violent clashes and …

Manipur violence: Curfew re-imposed, internet suspended as mob targets ministers, MLAs — What’s happening now?
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Manipur violence: Curfew re-imposed, internet suspended as mob targets ministers, MLAs — What’s happening now?

Live Mint  

Curfew was reimposed and internet services were suspended in several districts of Manipur amid unrest on Saturday. "Total curfew is imposed with effect from 4:30 pm on November 16, 2024, until further orders," stated an order issued by the district magistrate of the Imphal West district. List of Manipur ministers and MLAs attacked A mob allegedly stormed the residence of …

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