Security forces have arrested six militants, including a top extremist leader and a woman cadre, in Manipur and recovered a large cache of arms and ammunition, officials said on Thursday.
Fourteen UNLF cadres were arrested separately on March 22 with two INSAS rifles, 100 rounds of ammunition and four vehicles — as Manipur's security dragnet widens across multiple districts.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated Sushila Karki on becoming Nepal’s first woman interim Prime Minister, calling it a milestone for women’s empowerment. India’s MEA welcomed her appointment, expressing hope for peace and stability in Nepal.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, during his visit to Imphal, called violence in Manipur “unfortunate” and urged unity for peace and development. He laid foundation stones for projects worth ₹7,300 crore, including urban roads, IT, healthcare, education, and sports infrastructure.
Ratan Thiyam, one of India’s most revered theatre directors and playwrights, passed away in the early hours of Wednesday at the age of 77, following a prolonged illness.
Massive protests continue to rock Imphal as citizens, particularly students, express their frustration over the central government's handling of the ongoing crisis in Manipur.
The incident took place on Takhel Ngaram Road under the jurisdiction of the Lamlai police station.
Manipur Governor Anusuiya Uikey has suggested the National Cadet Corps (NCC) to identify and train youths from internally displaced persons residing in relief camps across the state.
During the visit, Chief Justice Mridul inquired about the difficulties being faced by people sheltering there.
Imphal is the first warship to have been named after a North-eastern city, the approval for which was accorded by the President on 16 April 2019.
