Articles by Thomas Ngangom
Meitei hostages released as Manipur authorities agree to key Kuki demand
The authorities agreed to the demand of Kuki groups to transfer 11 prisoners from Sajiwa Central Jail in Meitei-dominated Imphal to Churachandpur Jail
Updated on Oct 03, 2024 08:36 AM IST
Manipur: 3 killed after land dispute between 2 Naga villages turns into gunfight
The incident occurred at around 10am after villagers of Hunphun reportedly interrupted students from Hungpung, who were cleaning an area as part of observing the Gandhi Jayanti
Published on Oct 02, 2024 06:26 PM IST
Kukis add conditions for Meitei hostages’ release; shutdown paralyses Imphal
People aware of the matter said the Kukis have sought the transfer of all Kuki inmates from Sajiwa Central Jail in Meitei-dominated Imphal to Churachandpur
Published on Oct 02, 2024 01:43 PM IST
Centre, state working for safe release of 2 Meitei youths: Manipur CM
The Manipur DGP has been asked to secure the release of the abducted youths, chief minister N Biren Singh said.
Updated on Oct 01, 2024 04:12 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
48-hour shutdown brings normal life to halt in Manipur
The 48-hour shutdown called by various Kuki-Zo groups paralysed normal life in tribal-dominated Churachandpur and Kangpokpi districts in Manipur on Saturday.
Updated on Sep 29, 2024 12:25 AM IST
Thomas Ngangom, Imphal
Fresh violence in Manipur’s Jiribam district; exchange of fire underway: Police
Armed men fired indiscriminately at the low-lying Mongbung Meitei village from nearby hilltops and surrounding dense forests.
Updated on Sep 28, 2024 07:06 PM IST
2 Kuki groups call for shutdown on Sept 28, rebut ‘900 militants’ intel
The Kuki groups rebutted intelligence reports that claimed 900 ‘Kuki militants’ have infiltrated into Manipur from Myanmar and will attack Meitei community
Published on Sep 24, 2024 09:35 PM IST
Bank manager who reported ₹4 crore gold stolen among 4 arrested for theft: Cop
Police said two persons were seen in the CCTV footage from the night of the burglary before the cameras went blank
Updated on Sep 23, 2024 07:47 PM IST
Manipur minister’s assistant kidnapped; shots fired at house ex-chief secretary
Manipur cabinet minister L. Susindro’s personal assistant Sarangthem Somarendro was kidnapped while he was leaving for his official duties
Published on Sep 20, 2024 02:20 PM IST
Myanmar national’s arrest shows foreign hand in Manipur crisis: CM Biren Singh
The Manipur government has lifted the temporary suspension of internet and mobile data services in several districts.
Updated on Sep 16, 2024 07:55 PM IST
Manipur police warn anti-riot actions if protesters continue attacking cops
The Manipur police said they have repeatedly faced situations where armed miscreants, using innocent protestors as human shields, attacked cops with lethal weapons
Published on Sep 15, 2024 08:20 PM IST
Stir as woman caught in protest miscarries
The relatives of the woman and other protestors demanded that if she is still alive, the police should hand her over along with the foetus; otherwise, they would refuse to accept the remains.
Updated on Sep 15, 2024 07:22 AM IST
Thomas Ngangom, Imphal
Police: Instigators hijacked students’ stir in Manipur
A tense calm rippled through Manipur on Wednesday, dotted by sporadic clashes as security forces fanned out in the thousands to keep people off the streets.
Updated on Sep 12, 2024 06:48 AM IST
Curfews, web curbs in Manipur amid clashes
Internet services were shut in five Manipur districts as protests escalated into violence, prompting curfews and school closures amid ethnic tensions.
Updated on Sep 11, 2024 05:41 AM IST
Indefinite curfew imposed in Imphal amid protests, escalation in ethnic violence
The violence between Meiteis and Kukis triggered in May last year escalated this month with the use of drones and rockets in attacks
Updated on Sep 10, 2024 11:58 AM IST
Manipur: CM demands handover of unified command
Manipur's CM N Biren Singh seeks state control over security amid escalating ethnic violence, demanding more powers and resuming operations against militants.
Updated on Sep 09, 2024 07:34 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
Amid violence in Manipur, CM Biren Singh meets Governor for second time
While details of Sunday’s meeting are yet to be known, it is speculated that the CM might have urged the governor to hand over control of the unified command to the state
Updated on Sep 08, 2024 02:33 PM IST
6 killed in Manipur after violence flares up again
At least six people were killed in Manipur's Jiribam district amid escalating violence between ethnic groups, prompting emergency government meetings.
Updated on Sep 08, 2024 07:08 AM IST
Thomas Ngangom, Imphal
Manipur ex-cop’s abandoned house set ablaze; Police request Army for training
The Manipur Police Department has acquired several 7.62mm MMG MK 2A1 machine guns from the Ordnance Factory in Jabalpur
Updated on Sep 04, 2024 08:18 PM IST
Manipur minister Letpao Haokip refutes allegation of masterminding drone attack
Manipur minister Letpao Haokip said it is hard to comprehend the logic behind involving his name in the Koutruk incident, which is already under the scrutiny of the security forces and other agencies
Published on Sep 04, 2024 05:39 PM IST
Central panel to probe Manipur drone attacks
Manipur DGP Rajiv Singh on Tuesday visited the sites of the drone strikes along the Kangchup hill stretches, including Kadangband, Koutruk, and Senjam Chirang.
Updated on Sep 04, 2024 01:37 AM IST
Manipur CM terms drone attacks as ‘act of terrorism’, vows appropriate response
Manipur chief minister N. Biren Singh described dropping bombs using drones as an act of terrorism and said the government will respond appropriately to combat it
Published on Sep 03, 2024 05:38 PM IST
3 injured in fresh drone attack in Manipur for second day in row
Grenade-bearing drones bombarded parts of Manipur for the second straight day on Monday, with three people injured during an attack in Imphal West by militants.
Updated on Sep 03, 2024 05:05 AM IST
Thomas Ngangom, Imphal
Kuki Militants snatch automatic rifles from IRB bunker after drone attack
The incident occurred a day after Kuki militants attacked Koutruk with drone bombings, killing one woman and injuring 16 others.
Updated on Sep 02, 2024 10:12 PM IST
One killed in Manipur violence, police claim drone bombs used
A woman was killed and 10 injured in Manipur when militants used drones to drop grenades, marking a significant escalation in the conflict.
Updated on Sep 02, 2024 04:24 AM IST
Woman killed, 4 others injured in fresh violence in Manipur
Police and security forces were rushed to the affected place after the incident and the gunfight continued till the time of filing this report at 6 pm.
Updated on Sep 01, 2024 06:44 PM IST
Kukis stage rallies for separate admin in Manipur; BJP leaders house set ablaze
Tension was palpable in Manipur on Saturday as Kuki-Zo community members took out three rallies in tribal-dominated parts of the ethnic strife-torn state.
Updated on Sep 01, 2024 04:56 AM IST
Thomas Ngangom, Imphal
Kuki-Zo bodies hold protest over alleged leaked audio of CM Biren Singh
The demonstrations have been called over the alleged leaked audio tapes purportedly revealing chief minister N Biren Singh’s involvement in the ethnic conflict
Updated on Aug 31, 2024 05:39 PM IST