Manipur Naga body alleges commando action, announces shutdown after gunfight
Officials said security forces exchanged gunfire with the Naga volunteers during a search operation at Bitiang in the ethnic violence-hit state’s Noney district

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Officials said security forces exchanged gunfire with the Naga volunteers during a search operation at Bitiang in the ethnic violence-hit state’s Noney district
Naga village guard killed, 5 injured in gunfight with security forces in Manipur
Security forces maintained a tight cordon and continued combing operations. (File)
Imphal One person was killed and five people, including two CRPF personnel, were injured during a gunfight between security forces and the Naga volunteers during a search operation in Bitiang on Wednesday, officials said
The letter also sought action against deputy chief minister Nemcha Kipgen, who belongs to the Kuki-Zo community
Two villagers were killed and another injured in a gun attack by suspected militants. Armed men opened indiscriminate fire at N Teikhang village, killing two persons and burning houses. The firing forced several villagers to flee their homes and seek shelter in nearby forests. A heavy exchange of fire was underway between armed groups belonging to two communities.
The umbrella organisation criticises Union Minister Kiren Rijiju for viewing the prolonged violence solely as a communal conflict
According to officials, the unknown miscreants set ablaze the paddy field during the intervening night of Saturday and Sunday.
Armed men reportedly took the 71-year-old at gunpoint after torching his house in a village in Kangpokpi district
Assam Rifles and Indian Army bomb disposal teams neutralised the devices found along the Shangkhalok-Pilong route, days after four Tangkhul Naga civilians were killed near Pilong village
Recent violence in Manipur resulted in the deaths of nine individuals, including civilians from the Kuki and Naga communities. Clashes escalated following the death of a Kuki woman during protests, leading to widespread unrest. Multiple houses and shops were set on fire amid retaliatory attacks between the groups. Manipur's chief minister met with Prime Minister Modi to discuss security and peace efforts.
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Four deaths were reported each in Kamjong and Kangpokpi, while one person was killed in an ambush in Ukhrul district.
Fresh Kuki-Naga clashes leave 9 dead in Manipur, security stepped up in 3 districts
Nine people were killed in clashes between armed groups in Manipur's Kamjong and Ukhrul
Seven banned armed groups, largely comprising the Meitei people, have called for a 12-hour shutdown on October 15, observed as “National Black Day,” alleging the merger violated international and domestic legal provisions
The authority also urged the Government of India, the Manipur government and global human rights bodies to intervene immediately
Naga group seeks return of man's severed head after fresh Manipur violence, issues 48-hr ultimatum
48-hour ultimatum over man's severed head as Manipur violence claims 9 lives
A civil society organization has given a 48-hour ultimatum for the return of a severed head. The headless body of Ajinbou R was brought for post-mortem following a militant attack in Manipur. Violence in the region has intensified with recent killings and ongoing tensions between Kuki and Naga tribes. The Chief Minister has condemned the violence and called for measures to ensure safety.
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This year's violence has been marked by targeted killings, arson, ambush attacks, and hostage taking .
In Chassad village, located in Manipur's Kamjong district, at least 15 houses were burned late Saturday night. Suspected militants attacked the village, causing significant chaos and civilians to flee for safety. A Kuki civilian was killed during the assault, and four others suffered injuries from gunfire. Deputy Chief Minister Nemcha Kipgen condemned the violence and called for strict action against the perpetrators.
State government transfers Superintendent of Police in charge of Kamjong district
Congress MP Angomcha Bimol Akoijam expressed his willingness to contest in the upcoming Manipur Assembly elections. He stated his decision was for the future of the state and would respect the party's ticket offering. Akoijam currently faces serious allegations of sexual harassment and has been dismissed from Jawaharlal Nehru University. Multiple complaints from female students prompted a police investigation into his conduct and actions.
District authorities imposed prohibitory orders restricting people from leaving their residences in the two affected areas where a few houses and vehicles were also burnt.
One killed as clashes erupt in Manipur, houses and vehicles set ablaze
More than 10 people had gone to the hills near Nongshum around 7 a.m. to collect firewood when they were ambushed by the suspected militants, firewood collectors said
Thoubal district magistrate, Yumnam Robita, has imposed a prohibitory order on movement in and around the revenue villages of Sangaiyumpham and Khangabok.