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Manipur: Naga Village Official Tragically Killed in Kangpokpi Tensions have escalated following the tragic killing of Mr. Chunjanglung Panmei (57), a dedicated Village Guard and Village Authority Member from Pongringlong (Charoipandongba) Rongmei Naga Village. Reports indicate he was killed by Kuki militants today, June 8, 2026, sparking deep condemnation and widespread concern over the safety of surrounding Naga settlements.

On 05.06.2026, Manipur Police arrested 02 (two) persons from a MVCP in Vajing village under Churachandpur-PS, Churachandpur district. They are identified as: i) Mr. Paominthang Haokip (44) of Haika Village, Chandel district and ii) Mr. Isla Uddin (37) of Kwakta Ward no. 8, Bishnupur district. From their possession, 1.423 Kgs of suspected contraband items (brown sugar) were seized.

On 07.06.2026, Manipur Police arrested 02 (two) persons from the Singngat-PS Check post under Singngat-PS, Churachandpur district. During the checking, 02 (two) persons namely: i) K. Pauchinsuan (57) of CYA Road, Gouchinkhup Veng, New Lamka, Churachandpur A/p Mata Mualtam village, Churachandpur and ii) Tuahmawi (42) of Mata Mualtam village, Churachandpur. From their possession, the following items were seized: i) 01 (one) four wheeler (Bolero vehicle bearing reg. number MZ01P8655, ii) 107 soap cases weighing 5.143 kgs. including the weight of the plastic wrap and soap cases (approximately 1.4 kgs brown sugar) and incriminating items were seized.

7 June 2026, Manipur, Security forces continue to conduct search operations and area domination in the fringe and vulnerable areas across districts. A total of 114 Nakas/Check points were installed in different districts of Manipur, both in the hills and the valley.

On 07.06.2026, Manipur Police detained 01 (one) individual from Sekmaijing bridge area under Hiyanglam-PS, Kakching district namely, Salam Brojendro Singh (35) of Andro Kharam Leikai, Imphal East district. From his possession, the following items were seized: i) 01 (one) Urban Cruiser Taisor, Lucent Orange in colour car (MN06LX 7716) and ii) 250 litres of DIC Liquors.

On 07.06.2026, Security forces arrested 02 (two) persons from T. Khullen naka post under Senapati-PS, Senapati district namely, (i) Man Bahadur Bhattarai (24) of Bajaghara village, Irang Part-II, Kangpokpi district and (ii) Co-driver Ajay Baniya (22) of Kharpani village, Irang Part-II, Kangpokpi district. From their possession, the following items were recovered:- i. 28.190 kg of suspected opium, ii. One bolero pickup vehicle b/ reg. no AS 05AC9494 along with key, iii. One purse along with Rs. 5,000/- and some incriminating items.

On 06.06.2026, security forces arrested an active cadre of KCP (MFL) from Langdum Makha Leikai area under Irilbung-PS, Imphal East district namely, Ningthoujam Yamba Singh alias Boy alias Naocha alias Loijing alias Sanayamba (45) of Keirao Bitra Awang Leikai, Imphal East district. He was involved in extortion activities targeting the general public, private firms and government offices for raising party funds. From his possession, 01 (one) 9 mm Pistol along with magazine loaded with 04 (four) live rounds and one sling bag were seized.

#AssamRifles saved Mrs. Kaningchunliu, a 63-year-old from Awagkhul Village, Noney District, Manipur, by providing urgent medical treatment for a snake bite on her right hand at the Unit Hospital, Assam Rifles.

ASSAM RIFLES RECOVERS 20 CASES OF ILLEGAL FOREIGN ORIGIN CIGARETTES IN MIZORAM Assam Rifles in conjunction with Champhai Police, launched a joint operation in General Area Aizawl Road, Champhai District, Mizoram on 05 June 2026. During the meticulously planned operation, the team recovered 20 cases of illegal foreign origin cigarettes, with an estimated market value of approximately ₹ 48 Lakhs. The recovered contraband was subsequently handed over to the Legal Metrology Department, Champhai for further investigation and requisite legal proceedings.

Security forces had to resort to blank warning fires NOT AIMED AT ANY RIOTERS.

Manipur: Tensions Skyrocket at Shokvao–New Heaven as Tangkhul Women Block Assam Rifles A volatile standoff has erupted along NH-202 in the Shokvao–New Heaven area of Ukhrul District. Tangkhul Naga women have launched an intense blockade against the 40 Assam Rifles, completely halting their movement and dismantling a newly constructed bunker. While locals state the resistance defends indigenous land rights against unauthorized military movements without village authority consent—culminating in women dramatically holding up traditional phaneks to block troops—counter-reports allege the blockade strategically targets the removal of the area's only buffer zone protecting the nearby isolated Kuki village of Chepu Yaolen from militant networks. The situation remains critical with reported blank firing, burning tires, and women holding overnight vigils under the open sky.

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To prevent any spillover of recent violence in Kotlen, Security Forces (SF) today undertook surprise Joint combing operation in areas around Litan, Mahadev & Sinakeithel along NH 202 and 102 A Villages of both communities were patrolled jointly and bunkers were traced & dismantled. Village authorities and CSOs were approached for their essential support and were assured of SF presence in the area to ward away any threats. They were also requested to sensitise their youths not to get carried away by incidents in other areas and indulge into violence near their villages. The operations would continue to ensure safety & well being of the local populace and also to keep the highways safe for passage.

On 05.06.2026, security forces arrested 02 (two) active cadres of RPF/PLA from Waithou Sangomsang near Stone Crusher area under Lilong-PS, Thoubal district they were identified as: i. Sanasam Sanamatum Meitei alias Tompok alias Oneman (32) of Wangoo Laipham Chithek Chingya Awang, Wangoo Kakching district. ii. Yengkokpam Premchand Singh alias Chingsanglakpa (26) of Thoubal Athokpam Sandhabung, Thoubal district. From their possession, 01 (one) two-wheeler bearing registration no. MN01L8210 was seized.

On 06.06.2026, Manipur Police arrested 02 (two) individuals namely, i) Hijam Ongbi Tombi, (48) and ii) Hijam Mangal (24), both residents of Sekmai Bazar from Phijam Leirak under Heingang-PS, Imphal East district. From their possession, the followings were seized: i. 01(one) four wheeler bearing registration no. MN01X4717, silver in colour. ii. 117 litres of DIC liquors.

On 05.06.2026, security forces recovered from the stretch between Border Pillar 72 and Border Pillar 73 (12 km South of Chonjang COB) along IMB(Indo-Myanmar Border) under Moreh-PS, Tengnoupal district, the following: i. 01 (one) no. of country made lathode gun, ii. 01 (one) no. of 9mm pistol with magazine, iii. 01 (one) 22 pistol USA with magazine, iv. 04 (four) Radio Set, and v. 04 (four) IEDs (remnants).

6 June 2026, Manipur, Security forces continue to conduct search operations and area domination in the fringe and vulnerable areas across districts resulting in recovery of arms and ammunition: Movement of 748 vehicles carrying essential items along NH-37 has been ensured. Strict security measures are taken up in all vulnerable locations and security convoy is provided in sensitive stretches in order to ensure free and safe movement of the vehicles. A total of 114 Nakas/Check points were installed in different districts of Manipur, both in the hills and the valley.