Why has ethnic violence escalated in India's Manipur state again?
The state of 3.2 million people, which borders Myanmar, has been hit by a fresh spate of violence over the last week.
Wed Nov 20 2024
Internet suspended in parts of India's Manipur as students clash with police
Hundreds of Meitei students took to the streets over continuing ethnic strife, calling for a change in the leadership.
Wed Sep 11 2024
US rights report on India cites abuses in Manipur, harassment of media and minorities
The US assessment said religious minorities in India reported discrimination including calls for violence and spread of misinformation.
Tue Apr 23 2024
India's Manipur state buries victims of ethnic clashes
Earlier efforts to carry out the last rites of the deceased were marred by conflicts between the communities.
Thu Dec 21 2023
India imposes curfew in strife-hit areas of Manipur state
Scores of students were injured in violence following protests against the alleged abduction and murder of two students, authorities said.
Thu Sep 28 2023
India landslides block trucks taking supplies to strife-torn Manipur
Rocks and mud engulfed part of a highway, stranding 400 trucks and incessant rain was hampering efforts to clear the road, police said.
Thu Aug 17 2023
Rahul Gandhi rips into Indian PM Modi over Manipur violence
You have killed mother India in Manipur, Indian opposition leader Rahul Gandhi said.
Wed Aug 09 2023
India internet shutdowns hurt women more, Manipur assaults show
Officials imposed a statewide internet shutdown on May 3, saying it was needed to curb rumours and disinformation.
Thu Jul 27 2023
India's Modi govt faces no-confidence vote over ethnic clashes
The opposition wants to trigger a debate about the violence in BJP-ruled Manipur state, in which more than 130 people have been killed.
Wed Jul 26 2023
Indian women set fire to house of suspect as Manipur sex assault case triggers outrage
The person allegedly dragged two tribal women onto the streets in May and later incited a mob to rape and parade them naked, police said.
Fri Jul 21 2023
India's Modi promises tough action over 'shameful' Manipur sexual assault allegations
Two women were paraded naked and assaulted on a street before what townspeople on the videos say was a gang rape.
Fri Jul 21 2023
Around 33 tribal militants killed in clashes in India's Manipur - Minister
The violence began when tribal groups clashed with ethnic majority Meitei people, over economic benefits and quotas given to the tribes.
Mon May 29 2023
Manipur landslide: Death toll rises to 48
More than 400 personnel, local volunteers and others were engaged in the rescue operation.
Tue Jul 05 2022
Death toll rises to 20 in landslide in India's Manipur
The death toll hit 20 from a massive landslide in the northeastern Indian state of Manipur, officials said Saturday.
Sat Jul 02 2022
Landslide kills 14 in eastern India, nearly 50 others feared dead
Rescue workers battled heavy rains to pull out 19 survivors from the rubble after the landslide at a railway construction site.
Fri Jul 01 2022
COP29 climate summit draft proposes rich countries pay $250 billion per year
The draft finance deal criticised by both developed and developing nations.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Bomb squad sent to London's Gatwick Airport after terminal evacuation
This was following the discovery of a suspected prohibited item in luggage.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Kelantan urges caution amidst northeast monsoon rains
Kelantan has reminded the public in the state to refrain from outdoor activities with the arrival of the Northeast Monsoon season.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Former New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern receives UN leadership award
Former New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern was given a global leadership award by the United Nations Foundation.
Fri Nov 22 2024
ICC'S arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant an apt decision - PM
The decision of the ICC to issue arrest warrants against Benjamin Netanyahu and Yoav Gallant is apt, said Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
Fri Nov 22 2024
KTMB provides two additional ETS trains for Christmas, school holidays
KTMB will provide two additional ETS trains for the KL Sentral-Padang Besar route and return trips in conjunction with the holidays.
Fri Nov 22 2024
BNM'S international reserves rise to USD118 bil as at Nov 15, 2024
Malaysia's international reserves rose to US$118.0 billion as at Nov 15, 2024, up from US$117.6 billion on Oct 30, 2024.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Findings by dark energy researchers back Einstein's conception of gravity
The findings announced are part of a years-long study of the history of the cosmos focusing upon dark energy.
Fri Nov 22 2024
NRES responds to Rimbawatch press release on COP29
The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability (NRES) wishes to offer the following clarifications to the issues raised.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Online Safety Bill and Anti-Cyberbullying Laws must carefully balance rights and protections
The Online Safety Advocacy Group (OSAG) stands united with people in Malaysia in the fight against serious online harms.
Fri Nov 22 2024