Biren Singh instigated division in Manipur, alleges Rahul Gandhi after CM's resignation
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Biren Singh instigated division in Manipur, alleges Rahul Gandhi after CM's resignation

India TV News  

Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, on Sunday, February 9, 2025, reacted sharply to the resignation of Manipur Chief Minister N. Biren Singh, which came after nearly two years of ethnic violence in the northeastern state. “For nearly two years, BJP's CM Biren Singh instigated division in Manipur. In his resignation letter, Singh requested that the central government continue efforts to maintain the territorial integrity of Manipur, highlighting the state’s rich and diverse cultural heritage. Meanwhile, Manipur BJP President A. Sharda Devi defended Singh’s decision to step down, emphasising that the resignation was made with the future of the state in mind.

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Biren Singh's removal, President's Rule show BJP's failure in Manipur: Congress MP
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Biren Singh's removal, President's Rule show BJP's failure in Manipur: Congress MP

India Today  

Congress MP Saptagiri Sankar Ulaka said the Bharatiya Janata Party removed the former Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh due to pressure from the Congress. Ulaka accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Home Minister Amit Shah, and the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh of following a “divide-and-rule” policy, which he said had contributed to the crisis in Manipur. He noted that Congress President …

‘Manipur Is Still Waiting For Its PM’: Congress After Amit Shah’s Key Decisions During Security Review Meeting
4 weeks ago

‘Manipur Is Still Waiting For Its PM’: Congress After Amit Shah’s Key Decisions During Security Review Meeting

ABP News  

The Congress party on Sunday welcomed the decisions taken at the security review meeting for Manipur, chaired by Union Home Minister Amit Shah. It however questioned why were those decisions not taken earlier and why Prime Minister Narendra Modi has yet not visited the violence-hit state. Why Was The Decision Not Taken Earlier: Congress Manipur Congress President Keisham Meghachandra Singh …

Wasbir Hussain | Blistering strife, instability led to Manipur Prez Rule
1 month, 1 week ago

Wasbir Hussain | Blistering strife, instability led to Manipur Prez Rule

Deccan Chronicle  

On Thursday, February 13, the Centre brought strife-torn Manipur under President’s Rule, barely four days after chief minister N. Biren Singh, who led a BJP government in the state, resigned. In his resignation letter addressed to the governor, Biren Singh listed five points which he urged the Centre to implement in the state: to maintain the territorial integrity of Manipur …

PM Modi should take responsibility of Manipur now: Congress
1 month, 2 weeks ago

PM Modi should take responsibility of Manipur now: Congress

The Hindu  

The Congress on Friday said Prime Minister Narendra Modi should take up the responsibility of Manipur after the Centre’s realisation of the ground situation in the ethnic violence-scarred State led to the imposition of President’s Rule. Manipur Congress president, Keisham Meghachandra said the ground situation and the Bharatiya Janata Party’s failure to reach a consensus candidate for the Chief Minister’s …

What led to imposition of President's Rule in Manipur?
1 month, 2 weeks ago

What led to imposition of President's Rule in Manipur?

India Today  

Manipur has slipped into a political crisis following the imposition of the President's Rule after no consensus could be built on the name of the next Chief Minister even three days after N Biren Singh resigned amid growing pressure. What brought about the situation wherein the President's Rule in Manipur became a necessity is the ruling BJP's failure to choose …

Will PM Modi ‘finally’ visit Manipur, asks Rahul Gandhi as President’s rule imposed in strife-torn state
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Will PM Modi ‘finally’ visit Manipur, asks Rahul Gandhi as President’s rule imposed in strife-torn state

Live Mint  

Manipur Crisis: Hours after the Centre imposed President's Rule in Manipur, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi launched a scathing attack on the Bharatiya Janata Party, describing the move as a "belated admission" of their inability to govern the state effectively. In a post on social media platform X, he stated, "Now, PM Modi can no longer deny his direct responsibility for …

Rahul Gandhi slams BJP over President's rule: 'Admission of inability to govern Manipur'
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Rahul Gandhi slams BJP over President's rule: 'Admission of inability to govern Manipur'

Hindustan Times  

Reacting to the imposition of the President's rule in violence-ravaged Manipur, Congress MP Rahul Gandhi on Thursday said the move was a "belated admission by the BJP of their inability" to govern the state. Congress MP Rahul Gandhi "The imposition of President’s Rule in Manipur is a belated admission by the BJP of their complete inability to govern in Manipur. …

Centre imposes President's Rule in Manipur as BJP fails to choose Biren Singh's successor
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Centre imposes President's Rule in Manipur as BJP fails to choose Biren Singh's successor

Firstpost  

The imposition of the President’s Rule in Manipur comes three days after the resignation of N Biren Singh as the state’s chief minister. As per media reports, the ruling BJP failed to build a consensus on Biren Singh’s successor Security personnel during a search operation and area domination in the fringe and vulnerable areas of hill and valley districts, in …

President's rule imposed in Manipur days after Biren Singh resigns as CM
1 month, 2 weeks ago

President's rule imposed in Manipur days after Biren Singh resigns as CM

Hindustan Times  

President's rule has been imposed in Manipur on Thursday, four days after chief minister N Biren Singh resigned from his post. Biren Singh steps down Biren Singh submitted his resignation to Manipur governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla in the state capital, Imphal, on February 9, a day before the state assembly was scheduled to convene for the budget session, which was …

President's Rule imposed in Manipur days after Biren Singh's resignation
1 month, 2 weeks ago

President's Rule imposed in Manipur days after Biren Singh's resignation

India Today  

With no consensus on a successor for N Biren Singh, even three days after his resignation as Manipur's chief minister, the state has been placed under President’s Rule. Congress on Monday alleged that the resignation of Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh, ahead of the Congress's planned no-confidence motion in the Assembly, was intended to save the BJP and not …

Sambit Patra holds hectic meetings to pick Manipur CM amid President's rule suspense
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Sambit Patra holds hectic meetings to pick Manipur CM amid President's rule suspense

Hindustan Times  

Sambit Patra, the BJP leader in charge of Manipur, met Manipur Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla on Wednesday for the second time in less than 24 hours amid political uncertainty triggered by former chief minister N Biren Singh's resignation on Sunday. They were also accompanied by state education minister Th Basanta Kumar Singh, NPF’s Manipur unit president Awangbou Newmai and JD …

'People Were Fed Up...': As Biren Singh Resigns, Manipur Speaks With One Voice
1 month, 2 weeks ago

'People Were Fed Up...': As Biren Singh Resigns, Manipur Speaks With One Voice

The Quint  

Singh’s harsh stand on dissent was, in fact, visible back in 2020 when he shunted out the decorated police officer and popular politician Radheshyam Singh, subsequently re-inducting him as advisor to CM. His resignation set the stage for new power centres to emerge within Manipur BJP and Singh’s Cabinet. Last year in October, they were among the clutch of BJP …

DC Edit | Centre Must Find a Manipur Solution After Biren’s Exit
1 month, 2 weeks ago

DC Edit | Centre Must Find a Manipur Solution After Biren’s Exit

Deccan Chronicle  

Manipur Chief Minister Nongthombam Biren Singh’s resignation comes far too late. The BJP high command’s faith in Biren Singh had seemed quite misplaced as ethnic strife did not improve even after considerable time had passed since the outbreak of violence. The Supreme Court calling for forensic evidence in a sealed cover on leaked audio tapes allegedly establishing a leader’s role …

Modi, Shah must take responsibility for violence in Manipur: Kanimozhi
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Modi, Shah must take responsibility for violence in Manipur: Kanimozhi

The Hindu  

Commenting on the resignation of Manipur Chief Minister N. Biren Singh, DMK member in Lok Sabha Kanimozhi Karunanidhi said Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah must take responsibility for the communal violence that occurred in Manipur. Ms. Kanimozhi said the communal violence in Manipur has resulted in more than 220 deaths, with more than 60,000 people displaced …

BJP scouts for new CM in Manipur after Biren’s exit
1 month, 2 weeks ago

BJP scouts for new CM in Manipur after Biren’s exit

The Hindu  

A day after Nongthombam Biren Singh resigned as the Chief Minister of restive Manipur, the Bharatiya Janata Party began scouting for his successor. Sambit Patra, in charge of the BJP in Manipur, held separate closed-door meetings with each of the party’s MLAs — barring seven belonging to the Kuki-Zo community — in the State’s capital Imphal on Monday. He also …

Manipur: All eyes on BJP’s next step —who will be the CM after Biren Singh’s exit?
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Manipur: All eyes on BJP’s next step —who will be the CM after Biren Singh’s exit?

Live Mint  

All eyes are on the political developments in Manipur after Chief Minister Biren Singh resigned from the post amid ongoing ethnic violence in the state. Among the frontrunners are former assembly speaker Yumnam Khemchand Singh, senior cabinet minister Biswajit Singh, current assembly speaker T Satyabrata Singh and state BJP in-charge Sambit Patra. Thokchom Radheshyam Singh Thokchom Radheshyam Singh, BJP MLA …

Manipur CM Biren Singh resignation: Manipur BJP chief denies internal rift
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Manipur CM Biren Singh resignation: Manipur BJP chief denies internal rift

The Hindu  

A. Sharda Devi, the president of Manipur’s Bharatiya Janata Party unit claimed internal differences did not lead to Nongthombam Biren Singh’s resignation as the Chief Minister of the State. Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla asked Mr Singh to continue as the caretaker Chief Minister after the latter tendered his resignation at the Raj Bhavan on Sunday, a little more than 21 …

Why Biren Singh quit as Manipur chief minister 21 months after violence began
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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Why Biren Singh quit as Manipur chief minister 21 months after violence began

Firstpost  

N Biren Singh tendered his resignation as Manipur chief minister on Sunday. There were concerns that the BJP government would collapse in the northeastern state after the Congress called for a no-confidence motion against him N Biren Singh has put in his papers as Manipur chief minister. But what prompted Manipur’s Biren Singh to tender his resignation now — 21 …

Governor Orders Upcoming Manipur Assembly Session 'Null And Void' After CM Biren Singh's Resignation
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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Governor Orders Upcoming Manipur Assembly Session 'Null And Void' After CM Biren Singh's Resignation

ABP News  

Hours after N Biren Singh stepped down as the Chief Minister of Manipur, the Governor declared the upcoming session of Manipur Legislative Assembly as "null and void" with immediate effect, according to a notice issued by Assembly secretary K. Meghajit Singh on Sunday. As per the details, it was said in the notice, "In exercise of the powers conferred by …

What led to Biren Singh's resignation as Chief Minister of violence-hit Manipur
1 month, 2 weeks ago

What led to Biren Singh's resignation as Chief Minister of violence-hit Manipur

India Today  

N Biren Singh tendered his resignation as the Chief Minister of Manipur on Sunday amid rising dissent within the BJP over his handling of the ongoing ethnic violence in the state. Keeping the current situation in mind, the National People’s Party has decided to withdraw its support to the Biren Singh led government in the state of Manipur, with immediate …

What led to Biren Singh's resignation as Manipur CM after 20 months of ethnic violence? Explained
1 month, 2 weeks ago

What led to Biren Singh's resignation as Manipur CM after 20 months of ethnic violence? Explained

India TV News  

Manipur which has been strife-torn for 20 months now on Sunday witnessed the exit of its Chief Minister amid rumblings within the state Bharatiya Janata Party unit seeking a change of leadership. Ethnic violence, opposition flak and pressure within the party: Biren Singh’s resignation was 20 months in making The Manipur CM’s tenure was marked by a number of controversies, …

No internal rift, Biren Singh resigned in people’s interest: Manipur BJP chief
1 month, 2 weeks ago

No internal rift, Biren Singh resigned in people’s interest: Manipur BJP chief

New Indian Express  

GUWAHATI: Manipur BJP president A Sharda Devi said Chief Minister N Biren Singh resigned in the interest of the state and its people. Dismissing reports of discord among BJP legislators, she said Singh had submitted his resignation keeping in mind Manipur’s future. He made an appeal to the Government of India for the protection of Manipur’s integrity and the safety …

Opposition rips Biren Singh: Quit to save party, not to restore peace in Manipur
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Opposition rips Biren Singh: Quit to save party, not to restore peace in Manipur

India Today  

Congress on Monday alleged that the resignation of Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh, ahead of the Congress's planned no-confidence motion in the Assembly, was intended to save the BJP and not the people of Manipur, as nearly two months of ethnic violence continue. In a surprise move on Sunday, hours after returning from New Delhi after meeting Union Home …

Opposition rips Biren Singh: Quit to save party, not to restore peace in Manipur
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Opposition rips Biren Singh: Quit to save party, not to restore peace in Manipur

India Today  

Congress on Monday alleged that the resignation of Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh, ahead of the Congress's planned no-confidence motion in the Assembly, was intended to save the BJP and not the people of Manipur, as nearly two months of ethnic violence continue. In a surprise move on Sunday, hours after returning from New Delhi after meeting Union Home …

How growing discontent shaped Manipur CM’s resignation
1 month, 2 weeks ago

How growing discontent shaped Manipur CM’s resignation

Hindustan Times  

N Biren Singh stepped down as the chief minister of Manipur on Sunday, nearly two years after ethnic violence broke out in the state that has since claimed more than 250 lives, setting the stage for a change of guard in the northeastern state amid rumblings within the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party and threats of a no-confidence motion by the …

Manipur CM Biren Singh quits after 21 months of crisis
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Manipur CM Biren Singh quits after 21 months of crisis

Hindustan Times  

N Biren Singh resigned as Manipur’s chief minister on Sunday, hours after a meeting with Union home minister Amit Shah that followed days of discord within the Bharatiya Janata Party’s state unit and the threat of a no-confidence motion in the assembly, nearly 21 months after ethnic violence that has killed over 250 and displaced several thousands scorched the northeastern …

Manipur: Opposition seeks early restoration of peace, Kuki bodies hail Biren Singh’s resignation
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Manipur: Opposition seeks early restoration of peace, Kuki bodies hail Biren Singh’s resignation

Hindustan Times  

Opposition leaders on Sunday said N Biren Singh’s resignation as Manipur chief minister was a decision too late and urged the Union government and Prime Minister Narendra Modi to make immediate intervention to end the ethnic tensions that have claimed at least 250 lives, displaced 60,000 people and upended normal life for close to two years in the region. PM …

Rahul Gandhi Slams BJP, PM Modi After Biren Singh's Resignation: 'Instigated Division In Manipur For 2 Years'
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Rahul Gandhi Slams BJP, PM Modi After Biren Singh's Resignation: 'Instigated Division In Manipur For 2 Years'

ABP News  

Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi on Sunday slammed the Bharatiya Janata Party and Biren Singh after he resigned from his post, amid ethnic violence in the state. "For nearly two years, BJP's CM Biren Singh instigated division in Manipur," Gandhi said in a post on X. Attacking Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the Congress MP said the PM …

‘Shutting the stable door…’: Congress jibe at BJP over Manipur CM Biren Singh’s resignation
1 month, 2 weeks ago

‘Shutting the stable door…’: Congress jibe at BJP over Manipur CM Biren Singh’s resignation

Hindustan Times  

The Congress on Sunday termed N Biren Singh's resignation as “belated” and took a jibe at Prime Minister Narendra Modi, calling him a “frequent-flier,” saying he should visit Manipur. Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge likened Singh's resignation to “shutting the stable door after the horse has bolted.” He also held Modi responsible for the “disdain and apathy” towards the strife-torn state. …

Manipur Governor orders upcoming Assembly session ’null and void’ hours after CM Biren Singh steps down
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Manipur Governor orders upcoming Assembly session ’null and void’ hours after CM Biren Singh steps down

Live Mint  

Manipur Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla on Sunday called off the new Manipur Assembly session, just hours after N Biren Singh resigned as the Chief Minister of the state. Biren Singh resigned from his position as Chief Minister on Sunday, as the ruling BJP government in the riot-affected state was faced with the possibility of a no-confidence motion from the Congress-led …

Manipur: Is President’s rule likely? Why did CM Biren Singh resign? What we know so far
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Manipur: Is President’s rule likely? Why did CM Biren Singh resign? What we know so far

Live Mint  

Manipur: Biren Singh resigned as the Chief Minister of strife-torn Manipur on Sunday, February 9. In his resignation letter to Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla, Biren Singh said, “It has been an honor to serve the people of Manipur thus far. Biren resigned days after Manipur Congress president Keisham Meghachandra said the party would move a no-confidence motion against the N …

Tribal Solidarity March That Led To Violent Clashes To Biren Singh Resignation: Manipur Since May 2023
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Tribal Solidarity March That Led To Violent Clashes To Biren Singh Resignation: Manipur Since May 2023

ABP News  

Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh tendered his resignation on Sunday amid ethnic violence in the state. May 4, 2023: CM Biren Singh calls violence a "misunderstanding between two communities." February 9, 2025: Biren Singh resigns from CM post after Congress said to bring a no-confidence motion against his government. February 9, 2025: Chief Minister Biren Singh resigns after Congress …

N. Biren Singh's belated resignation as Manipur CM prompted Congress attack anticipating visit from Prime Minister Modi
Top News
1 month, 2 weeks ago

N. Biren Singh's belated resignation as Manipur CM prompted Congress attack anticipating visit from Prime Minister Modi

ABP News  

New Delhi, Feb 9 : The Congress on Sunday termed N Biren Singh's resignation from the post of Manipur chief minister as "belated" and said people of the state were now awaiting a visit by "our frequent-flier Prime Minister" Narendra Modi. AICC general secretary in-charge communications Jairam Ramesh said the Congress was all set to move a no-confidence motion against …

‘For 2 years, Biren Singh instigated division’: Rahul Gandhi on Manipur CM's resignation
1 month, 2 weeks ago

‘For 2 years, Biren Singh instigated division’: Rahul Gandhi on Manipur CM's resignation

Hindustan Times  

Leader of the opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi on Sunday reacted to Manipur chief minister N Biren Singh resigning from his post amid violence in the north-eastern state. Rahul Gandhi and Biren Singh “For nearly two years, BJP's CM Biren Singh instigated division in Manipur. Congress general secretary KC Venugopal posted,"Since May 2023, it was clear to the …

Manipur CM resigns: Congress slams Biren Singh’s move, says ’came too late’
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Manipur CM resigns: Congress slams Biren Singh’s move, says ’came too late’

Live Mint  

With Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh tendered his resignation on Sunday, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi and Jairam Ramesh hit out at him saying the decision came very late. The resignation of CM Biren Singh shows that mounting public pressure, the SC investigation and the no-confidence motion by the Congress have forced a reckoning.” “But the most urgent priority is …

Manipur CM's resignation 'belated', people now await visit by 'frequent-flier PM': Congress
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Manipur CM's resignation 'belated', people now await visit by 'frequent-flier PM': Congress

The Hindu  

The Congress on Sunday termed N Biren Singh's resignation from the post of Manipur Chief Minister as "belated" and said people of the state were now awaiting a visit by "our frequent-flier Prime Minister" Narendra Modi. AICC general secretary in-charge communications Jairam Ramesh said the Congress was all set to move a no-confidence motion against Mr. Singh and his council …

No-confidence motion forced a reckoning: Rahul Gandhi on Biren Singh's resignation
1 month, 2 weeks ago

No-confidence motion forced a reckoning: Rahul Gandhi on Biren Singh's resignation

India Today  

Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh resigned from his post on Sunday, following which Congress MP Rahul Gandhi said that "mounting public pressure" and the threat of a no-confidence motion "forced a reckoning". Responding to the development, Congress leader Jairam Ramesh confirmed that the Opposition was set to table a no-confidence motion against N Biren Singh in the state Assembly …

Manipur chief minister Biren Singh resigns day ahead of budget session
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Manipur chief minister Biren Singh resigns day ahead of budget session

Hindustan Times  

Manipur chief minister N Biren Singh resigned from his post on Sunday, a day ahead of the assembly’s budget session, amid reports of a rebellion by the MLAs of the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party in the ethnic crisis-hit northeastern state. Manipur chief minister N Biren Singh hands over his resignation letter to Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla, at the Raj Bhavan …

Manipur CM resigns, says ’it has been an honour’
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Manipur CM resigns, says ’it has been an honour’

Live Mint  

Manipur Chief Minister, N Biren Singh, resigned from his post on Sunday, February 9, nearly 2 years after ethnic violence in state. The BJP leader handed over the letter of resignation from the post of Chief Minister to Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla at the Raj Bhavan in Imphal. Full text of Biren Singh's resignation letter Here's the full text of …

Biren Singh quits as Manipur CM after meeting Home Minister Shah
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Biren Singh quits as Manipur CM after meeting Home Minister Shah

The Hindu  

Manipur Chief Minister N. Biren Singh stepped down following a meeting with Union Home Minister Amit Shah in New Delhi on Sunday. Manipur CM N Biren Singh hands over the letter of resignation from the post of Chief Minister to Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla at the Raj Bhavan in Imphal. pic.twitter.com/zcfGNVdPPo — ANI February 9, 2025 Mr. Singh’s resignation came …

N Biren Singh steps down as Manipur CM after two years of ethnic violence
1 month, 2 weeks ago

N Biren Singh steps down as Manipur CM after two years of ethnic violence

Firstpost  

The move comes following two years of ethnic violence in the country’s northeastern state, which resulted in the death of hundreds of people. N Biren Singh, the chief minister of India’s violence-hit Manipur state, tendered his resignation Sunday. Congress’s no-confidence threat looms News 18 reported citing sources that the threat of a no-confidence vote by the opposition Congress party may …

Manipur CM Biren Singh resigns amid violence in state
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Manipur CM Biren Singh resigns amid violence in state

Hindustan Times  

Manipur chief minister N Biren Singh resigned on Sunday amid violence in the north-eastern state. Manipur CM Biren Singh hands over his resignation to governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla at the Raj Bhavan on Sunday. “It has been an honour to serve the people of Manipur so far,” Singh said in his resignation letter, which was handed over by him to …

Manipur CM Biren Singh resigns amid ongoing ethnic violence
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Manipur CM Biren Singh resigns amid ongoing ethnic violence

Live Mint  

Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh tendered his resignation on Sunday, nearly two years after ethnic violence erupted in the state. I am extremely grateful to the central government for time actions, interventions, developmental work and implementation of various projects for safeguarding the interests of every single Manipuri.” Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh's resignation letter. On Saturday, Biren Singh …

Manipur Chief Minister, 4 officials leave for Delhi amid no-confidence buzz
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Manipur Chief Minister, 4 officials leave for Delhi amid no-confidence buzz

India Today  

Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh flew to Delhi on Saturday evening amid speculation about a possible no-confidence motion by the opposition in the state's upcoming Assembly session. On Wednesday, Singh and seven MLAs travelled to Delhi to meet Union Home Minister Amit Shah. We will accept any MLA as the new chief minister.” The MLA added, “Even if the …

Due from today, Manipur Assembly session called off after Biren Singh resigns
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Due from today, Manipur Assembly session called off after Biren Singh resigns

India Today  

Manipur Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla on Sunday called off the new Manipur Assembly session, slated to begin from tomorrow, February 10, hours after N Biren Singh resigned as the Chief Minister of the state. Reacting to the development in the state, Congress MP Rahul Gandhi said that "mounting public pressure" and the threat of a no-confidence motion had "forced a …

Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh resigns nearly 2 years after ethnic violence began
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh resigns nearly 2 years after ethnic violence began

India Today  

Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh resigned on Sunday, nearly two years after the ethnic violence broke out in the north-eastern state. The Chief Minister handed over his resignation to Manipur Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla as the incumbent BJP government in the riot-hit state faces the possibility of a no-confidence motion and a floor test by the Congress-led Opposition. Biren …

Manipur Congress sounds no-trust move against Biren Singh govt.
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Manipur Congress sounds no-trust move against Biren Singh govt.

The Hindu  

GUWAHATI: The Manipur unit of Congress has sounded a no-confidence warning against the Bharatiya Janata Party-led government during the upcoming session of the 60-member State Assembly. “Brahmastra missile will surely hit one of the double engines,” he posted on X, indicating the Manipur government headed by Chief Minister Nongthombam Biren Singh. Speculations about a no-trust motion were rife after veteran …

Outsourcing Manipur to Amit Shah abdication of PM Modi's responsibility: Congress slams Modi
2 months, 1 week ago

Outsourcing Manipur to Amit Shah abdication of PM Modi's responsibility: Congress slams Modi

New Indian Express  

NEW DELHI: The Congress on Tuesday launched a scathing attack on Prime Minister Narendra Modi, accusing him of abdicating his responsibilities by "outsourcing" Manipur to Union Home Minister Amit Shah. The opposition party reiterated its demand for the PM to visit the violence-hit northeastern state, terming his absence a "disastrous" neglect of duty.The criticism came after Prime Minister Modi extended …

'If there is no BJP, Manipur will break': CM Biren Singh pans Congress MPs for not raising State's 'core issues'
2 months, 2 weeks ago

'If there is no BJP, Manipur will break': CM Biren Singh pans Congress MPs for not raising State's 'core issues'

The Hindu  

Chief Minister N. Biren Singh on Tuesday said that out of a "sudden emotional outburst" people voted for the Congress in the Lok Sabha elections in Manipur, but its two MPs were not raising the state's core issues in Parliament. Mr. Singh also criticised the Congress for its "silence" on former Union minister P. Chidambaram's suggestion of giving regional autonomy …

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