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President's rule imposed in Manipur days after Biren Singh resigns as CM
Biren Singh resigned as Manipur CM on Feb 9, nearly 21 months after ethnic violence killed over 250 and displaced several thousands.
Updated on Feb 14, 2025 04:31 AM IST
Who will be Manipur's next CM? Key meeting today. Here are top 5 contenders
The BJP, which has been looking for a successor to replace caretaker CM Biren Singh, is reportedly likely to decide a candidate on Wednesday.
Published on Feb 12, 2025 11:03 AM IST
‘Biren Singh instigated division’: Rahul Gandhi on Manipur CM's resignation
Biren Singh resigned as Manipur CM two years after ethnic violence erupted in the north-eastern state.
Updated on Feb 09, 2025 08:54 PM IST
Manipur CM Biren Singh resigns amid violence in state
More than 250 people have been killed and thousands rendered homeless since ethnic violence broke out in Manipur in May 2023.
Updated on Feb 09, 2025 10:24 PM IST
Nitish Kumar's JD(U) sacks Manipur unit chief, says will back BJP govt in state
The lone JD(U) MLA in the state, Md Abdul Nasir, will sit in the opposition benches, the party said.
Updated on Jan 22, 2025 10:19 PM IST
‘He should resign’: Congress' Sandeep Dikshit slams after Manipur CM's apology
Sandeep Dikshit's remarks followed CM Singh's apology on Tuesday, where he urged people to "forget the past" and work towards a peaceful, prosperous future.
Updated on Jan 01, 2025 01:51 PM IST
Tension in Manipur’s Saibol village after 20 women injured in clash with forces
Central forces have been conducting area domination operations after armed men fired from the hilltops of Kangpokpi district on Christmas Eve.
Updated on Dec 31, 2024 10:52 PM IST
Congress on Manipur CM's ‘sorry’ over violence: ‘Why can't PM Modi go there?'
More than 250 people have been killed and thousands rendered homeless in ethnic violence in Manipur since May last year.
Updated on Dec 31, 2024 07:50 PM IST
On Manipur violence, CM Biren Singh says ‘feel regret, want to say sorry’
Manipur CM Biren Singh offered his apology to the people of the state amid continuing ethnic violence.
Updated on Dec 31, 2024 10:52 PM IST
Fresh attacks in Manipur injure 2, CM Biren Singh ‘strongly condemns’ firing
A ‘village volunteer’ had minor injuries, while a policeman suffered bullet wounds on his left shoulder in Manipur's Imphal East.
Published on Dec 28, 2024 09:44 AM IST
Invisible hand seems at play in Manipur crisis: Former chief justice
No one appears to be in control in Manipur, where “an invisible hand” continues to fan violence, said former Manipur HC chief justice Siddharth Mridul.
Updated on Dec 25, 2024 04:49 AM IST
Prawesh Lama, New Delhi
What does reintroduction of PAR mean for Manipur and northeast? | Explained
The decision to reimpose Protected Area Regime was necessitated in the light of security concerns over influx of illegal migrants from neighbouring countries.
Updated on Dec 24, 2024 12:53 PM IST
Manipur CM urges people to support peace efforts
Manipur chief minister N. Biren Singh said that the people of Senapati play a pivotal role in maintaining Manipur’s unity, integrity, and peaceful coexistence.
Published on Dec 18, 2024 06:08 PM IST
Under attack, Biren Singh hits back at Mizoram CM Lalduhoma
Manipur government rebukes Lalduhoma for criticizing its leadership, calling his remarks divisive and highlighting his controversial political history.
Updated on Nov 30, 2024 07:49 AM IST
HT interview: Biren Singh a liability for party, state, says Mizo CM Lalduhoma
Lalduhoma, who heads the Zoram People’s Movement, also backed enforcing President’s Rule for now in the neighbouring stat
Updated on Nov 29, 2024 04:55 AM IST
Prawesh Lama, Aizawl
Morning briefing: Manipur CM says BJP hit drug trade, illegal migrants; and more
A shortlist of the biggest headlines, recommended stories, and a special collection of news items that you should check out
Published on Nov 22, 2024 09:00 AM IST
Manipur extends mobile internet ban in 7 districts for 3 days
The order extending the temporary suspension of mobile internet and data services in the seven districts will be effective till 5.15 pm on November 23.
Updated on Nov 20, 2024 07:36 PM IST
Manipur violence: NDA MLAs call for ‘mass operation’ against Kuki militants
The MLAs have also urged the Centre to review the imposition of the AFSPA in the region, as per the directive issued on November 14.
Published on Nov 19, 2024 01:43 PM IST
Manipur: Govt schools, colleges shut till November 19 in several districts
The state education department has announced the decision in consultation with the state home department.
Published on Nov 18, 2024 04:25 PM IST
Manipur: Mob targets CM's ancestral home as anger spills to capital Imphal
Inter-communal clashes in Manipur since May last year have resulted in 250 deaths and displaced 60,000 people, driven by disputes over government quotas.
Updated on Nov 17, 2024 11:20 AM IST
Manipur: Mother of 3 tortured before being set on fire in Jiribam, finds autopsy
The woman's alleged rape and murder, a mother of three, led to a series of violent clashes in Manipur's Jiribam district since November 7.
Published on Nov 14, 2024 08:31 AM IST
Manipur: Curfew imposed in Jiribam after 11 militants killed in encounter
Kuki-Zo council called for a “total shutdown” to protest the encounter of 11 militants, who it claimed as “village volunteers”.
Updated on Nov 12, 2024 10:25 AM IST
Kuki militants seek release of ‘secessionist’ in Manipur
The militants have taken two Meitei men hostage and are demanding the release of Mark T Haokip, currently in the custody of the NIA.
Published on Sep 30, 2024 04:09 AM IST
Manipur CM demands handover of unified command amid escalated violence
Manipur chief minister N. Biren Singh met Governor Laxman Prasad Acharya along with the ruling party MLAs and submitted a memorandum to him
Updated on Sep 09, 2024 04:30 AM IST
CM Mamata faces backlash for ‘threatening doctors, northeast’, BJP hits back
Kolkata rape case: Assam chief minister Himanta Biswa Sarma hit out at Mamata Banerjee for allegedly threatening the northeastern state with unrest.
Updated on Aug 29, 2024 09:41 AM IST
HT News Desk | Edited by Aniruddha Dhar
‘Centre, Manipur govt worked in tandem to subvert constitution’: Cong MP Akoijam
In an interview with HT's Kumkum Chadha, Congress MP Angomcha Bimol Akoijam demanded that the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party come “clean” on the Manipur issue
Published on Jul 21, 2024 06:41 PM IST
HT News Desk | Edited by Aryan Prakash
'Manipur women, who were paraded naked, approached police Gypsy but…’: CBI probe
The CBI's investigation disclosed the harrowing incident that occurred in Churachandpur in May last year.
Updated on May 01, 2024 07:14 AM IST
Manipur govt takes down CM website to follow Lok Sabha model code of conduct
HT could not independently ascertain if any content was removed from the website when it was temporarily restored on Tuesday
Updated on Mar 19, 2024 07:28 PM IST
Manipur CM questions Rahul Gandhi's Yatra: 'Did he come to mess with…?’
Speaking at a programme in Imphal, Biren Singh said, “Given the current situation in the state, is it a time for politics by holding a rally?
Updated on Jan 14, 2024 07:30 PM IST
Sreelakshmi B | Edited by Poulomi Ghosh
Afternoon briefing: 151 Myanmar soldiers flee to Mizoram; all latest news
A shortlist of the biggest headlines, recommended stories, and a special collection of news events you should check out.
Published on Dec 31, 2023 12:35 PM IST