Congress Questions PM Modi’s Ukraine Visit Amid Manipur Crisis

28 Jul 2024

Congress communications in-charge Jairam Ramesh took a jab at Prime Minister Narendra Modi regarding his proposed visit to Ukraine, which is expected to coincide with the war-torn country's National Day on August 24. Ramesh questioned whether the Prime Minister would visit the ethnic conflict-hit state of Manipur either before or...

Manipur CM Hopeful of Resolving Unrest in Upcoming Meeting with PM Modi

25 Jul 2024

Imphal: Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh expressed optimism about finding a solution to the ongoing unrest in the state as he departed for Delhi. He is scheduled to attend a NITI Aayog meeting and a Chief Ministers’ Conclave, both presided over by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Singh is hopeful...

14 Japanese Students Hospitalized After Eating Ghost Pepper Chips

18 Jul 2024

At least 14 high school students in Japan were hospitalized after eating potato chips made with Indian ghost pepper, known as bhut jolokia. According to local reports, around 30 students tried the extremely spicy chips, which were brought to a Tokyo school by a male student on July 16 "just...

Rahul Reaches Manipur As LoP, Urges PM Modi To Spare Time For Troubled State

08 Jul 2024

Imphal: Senior Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Monday visited several areas of Manipur and interacted with the people residing in relief camps and urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to spare a day or two, for the people of violence hit northeastern state as it will restore the faith and confidence. Rahul...

Rahul Gandhi Visits Manipur Relief Camp In Churachandpur District: Watch

08 Jul 2024

Congress Member of Parliament Rahul Gandhi visits a relief camp in Mandap, Tuibong, located in Churachandpur district of Manipur.His visit aims to assess and support the victims affected by recent violence in the state. Gandhi's itinerary included a visit to the Jiribam Higher Secondary School relief camp, where he interacted...

Jairam Slams PM Modi for Not Visiting Manipur Ahead of His 3-Day Visit to Russia, Highlights Rahul’s 3rd Visit to NE State

08 Jul 2024

Congress leader Jairam Ramesh on Monday took a swipe at Prime Minister Narendra Modi ahead of his three-day visit to Russia and Austria, stating that Modi has neither visited the violence-hit northeastern state of Manipur nor met with its Chief Minister in the last 14 months. In contrast, this marks...

Watch | Rahul Gandhi Will Visit To Manipur, Focus on State Issues

07 Jul 2024

Congress MP Rahul Gandhi is set to visit Manipur, sparking anticipation among local party members and residents alike. The Manipur Congress president, Keisham Meghachandra, confirmed that Gandhi will arrive tomorrow on a special flight. His itinerary includes a visit to Imphal, followed by a road journey to Churachandpur district. Watch...

Rahul Gandhi Scheduled To Visit Manipur On July 8: Sources

06 Jul 2024

Rahul Gandhi, Congress leader and Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha, is reportedly planning to visit Manipur on July 8, as per party sources. Manipur has been grappling with ethnic tensions since May 2023. During his visit, Rahul Gandhi intends to tour relief camps and hold discussions with leaders of...

Indian-Origin Professor in UK Charged with Inciting Ethnic Violence in Manipur

30 Jun 2024

An Indian-origin man teaching at a UK university has been accused of inciting ethnic violence in Manipur through online messages and talk sessions on a social media platform, according to a police complaint filed in Imphal, the state capital. The complaint suggests that the accused, identified as Uday Reddy, a...

In Manipur’s Jiribam, Some Flee Attacks For Second Time

11 Jun 2024

Ethnic conflict in Manipur took a fresh turn after violence erupted in Jiribam district last week. The violence broke out after locals discovered the body of Meitei farmer Soibam Saratkumar Singh, who had been missing for weeks. Speaking to The Hindu, some residents reported having to flee their homes for...