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10 Feb

Fresh violence in Manipur: Curfew imposed, internet suspended for five days in Ukhrul district

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndiaManipur, Violence

National Times Bureau :- A significant security clampdown was triggered in Manipur's Ukhrul district with authorities imposing a curfew and suspending internet services for five days after fresh violence erupted after armed miscreants allegedly set houses on fire, forcing residents to flee their homes overnight. The tensions escalated late on Monday after armed groups set afire several houses in Litan Sareikhong village and fired several rounds in the air, triggering panic among the residents through the hill district. Fearing further violence, many villagers fled with essential belongings to safer areas in neighbouring Kangpokpi district, while several Tangkhul villagers were also…

Manipur Government Suspends Internet Services in Five Districts Amid Rising Tensions

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Imphal (National Times): The Manipur government has ordered a five-day suspension of internet and mobile data services, including VSAT and VPN connections, in five key districts, Imphal West, Imphal East, Thoubal, Kakching, and Bishnupur, starting 11:45 PM on June 7, 2025. The decision was announced through an official order issued by Commissioner-cum-Secretary (Home), N. Ashok Kumar, citing concerns over the prevailing law and order situation in the affected districts. According to the order, there is a growing apprehension that anti-social elements may misuse social media platforms to disseminate hate messages, inflammatory videos, and false information capable of inciting public unrest…

President’s Rule Imposed in Manipur After Biren Singh’s Resignation

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Imphal (National Times): The central government has imposed President’s Rule in Manipur, following the resignation of N Biren Singh as Chief Minister and the failure to reach a consensus on his successor even after three days. The decision comes in light of constitutional obligations under Article 174(1), which requires state Assemblies to convene within six months of their last sitting. Manipur’s last Assembly session was held on August 12, 2024, making February 14 the deadline for its next sitting. However, Governor Ajay Bhalla cancelled the Budget session, which was originally scheduled to begin on Monday, further deepening the political uncertainty.…