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Topic: Meitei

Breakthrough before PM’s likely Manipur visit: MHA, Kuki-Zo groups renew arms-down pact, NH-2 to reopen

Suspension of Operation pact between Centre, Manipur & 2 umbrella organisations representing insurgents was not renewed in wake of ethnic strife.

Amid Oppn protests, Centre extends President’s Rule for the 3rd time in ethnic strife-torn Manipur

Congress MP A Bimol Akoijam strongly objects to its extension, demands dissolution of Manipur Assembly. Fellow MP Anto Antony calls Manipur violence a 'man-made disaster.'

Manipur police arrest 9 people, including 6 Arambai Tenggol members

The six Arambai Tenggol members were involved in physically assaulting state police personnel during a bandh in Bishnupur district on 9 June, the police said.

Kuki woman killed in ‘crossfire’ in Manipur chose to stay back even at peak of conflict, says niece

The woman was killed in ‘crossfire’ in Churachandpur amid search operation by security forces in response to a Meitei man suffering bullet injury in a nearby village.

Prohibitory orders, internet suspension in 5 Manipur districts amid protests over Meitei leader’s arrest

Protesters torched tyres & old furniture on roads in Kwakeithel & Uripok, demanding leader's release. There were clashes with security forces at different places in Imphal Saturday night.

1 killed, 16 injured in Manipur as Kuki demonstrators protest against ‘free movement’ order

As protesters set vehicles on fire, hurling petrol bombs, and pelting stones, the police reportedly opened fire and lobbed tear gas shells to disperse them.

Sharing stage with Meiteis in Delhi, forum of Manipur’s Thadous asks not to be clubbed with Kukis

However, Thadous are divided, with one section identifying as Kuki & the other seeing themselves as a distinct tribe that should collaborate with the Meiteis for restoration of peace.

Free movement to border fencing, here are key takeaways from Amit Shah’s review meet on Manipur

Arms surrender in line with Governor Bhalla’s call is also on in full swing. Arambai Tenggol has surrendered 246 weapons in Imphal West.

CutTheClutter: Why turmoil in Manipur is far from over after chief minister Biren Singh’s exit

In Episode 1604 of CutTheClutter, ThePrint Editor-in-Chief Shekhar Gupta & Deputy Editor Moushumi Das Gupta discuss what led to Singh’s fall, BJP’s future in Manipur, among others.

Manipur govt sets up anti-extortion cell & helpline as cases surge to peak insurgency-era levels

The unit will include representatives from Manipur Police, CAPF, Assam Rifles & army. Data shows over 200, mainly from Meitei-dominated Imphal Valley, have been arrested for extortion.

On Camera

Trump is tying his legacy to whatever happens in Venezuela

A bad turn in Venezuela would raise the same questions that have dogged the unlawful US strikes against alleged drug boats in the Caribbean: Why now, and why at all?

Wall Street carries big expectations this year after best run since 2009

The concern is not that 2025’s rally was irrational, but that it may be difficult to repeat. Outlooks remain anchored to AI investment and growth without reigniting inflation.

Greece looking at TATA’s WhAP infantry combat vehicle for army procurement

If deal goes through, Greece will be 2nd foreign country to procure vehicle. Morocco was first; TATA Group has set up manufacturing unit there with minimum 30 percent indigenous content.

A year-end Mea Culpa in National Interest—The Army-Islam combo doesn’t kill democracy

Many of you might think I got something so wrong in National Interest pieces written this year. I might disagree! But some deserve a Mea Culpa. I’d deal with the most recent this week.