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Manipur Chief Minister Resigns During Ongoing Ethnic Unrest, Proposes Assembly Suspension
This decision comes in the wake of an ongoing ethnic conflict that has plagued the state since May 2023, intensifying tensions between the Meitei and Kuki-Zo communities.
In his resignation letter, Biren Singh expressed appreciation for the opportunity to serve the people of Manipur and acknowledged the support from the Central government in various developmental and security initiatives.
He also highlighted several key priorities for the state moving forward, urging the Central government to uphold the territorial integrity of Manipur, which boasts a rich civilization spanning thousands of years. His recommendations include a crackdown on border infiltration and the establishment of policies for the deportation of illegal immigrants. He called for a continued effort against drug trafficking and narco-terrorism, enhancement of the Free Movement Regime (FMR) along the Indo-Myanmar border with robust biometric measures, and expedited completion of border infrastructure projects in a timely manner.
Singh’s resignation comes after months of criticism regarding his management of the ethnic unrest that has led to over 200 deaths, significant displacement of people, and a deterioration of law and order in various districts.
The crisis in Manipur, which erupted in May 2023, stemmed from violent confrontations between the dominant Meitei population and the tribal Kuki-Zo groups, centering on issues like demands for Scheduled Tribe (ST) status, land rights, and security concerns. The turmoil has resulted in widespread arson, looting of weapons, and increased militarization throughout the state, alongside frequent internet outages and curfews imposed in conflict-affected areas.
Reliable sources suggest that Biren Singh has also proposed the temporary suspension of the Assembly with his resignation, though specific details regarding this proposal remain vague. If enacted, this could signal a phase of direct Central rule or a reassessment of governance strategies in the state.
Singh, a former footballer turned politician, has been the Chief Minister of Manipur since 2017 and was previously recognized for restoring stability in governance during his first term. However, his response to the current ethnic conflict has drawn criticism, with opposition parties and civil society groups calling for a more vigorous intervention from the Central government.
New Delhi: Delhi Police solved the murder case of Delhi University professor Debosmita Paul within three days.
Investigators found that the accused had travelled nearly 1,400 km from West Bengal to Delhi to carry out the crime.
Police used CCTV footage, cab booking records, and GPS data to trace the suspects.
Seven special teams conducted raids across four states and arrested the accused in Bardhaman, West Bengal.
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The investigation revealed that the murder was linked to a property dispute involving Paul’s ancestral property.
The swift and technology-driven investigation has been widely praised.
New Delhi: Former IAS officer and the first chairman of the Competition Commission of India (CCI), Dhanendra Kumar, died after a fire broke out at his house in Delhi’s Hauz Khas area on Thursday night. He was 80.
According to police, the fire was suspected to have started after an air conditioner blast inside the house. At the time of the incident, five people, including family members and domestic staff, were present in the house.
Firefighters and police teams rushed to the spot and rescued the people trapped inside. Dhanendra Kumar and his son were taken to a nearby hospital. Kumar died during treatment due to smoke inhalation. His son suffered injuries and is now out of danger.
Police said no foul play is suspected in the incident. The house was badly damaged in the fire.
Dhanendra Kumar was a 1968 batch IAS officer. During his long career, he served in several important positions in the central and Haryana governments. He worked in ministries such as Defence, Road Transport, and Culture.
He also served as the first chairman of the Competition Commission of India from 2009 to 2011. He played an important role in strengthening competition laws and economic reforms in the country.
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Even after retirement, he remained active in public policy and corporate affairs.
Lucknow: A young woman was found hanging at her in-laws’ house just six months after her marriage in Lucknow. The deceased has been identified as Shweta Singh.
According to her family, Shweta married Bhupendra Singh on November 22, 2025. Her father, Umesh Kumar Singh, alleged that her husband and his family harassed her regularly for dowry and demanded a car. He also claimed that Shweta faced mental torture from her husband and in-laws after marriage.
The incident took place at her in-laws’ house in the Thakurganj area of Lucknow. Shweta was rushed to a hospital, but doctors declared her dead.
Her parents suspect murder and alleged that the family tried to present the death as suicide by hanging the body. Based on the complaint, police registered a case against Shweta’s husband and his family under Sections 80 and 85 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita and the Dowry Prohibition Act.
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Police said the accused family members are absconding, and a search operation is underway. The body has been sent for post-mortem examination, and further action will be taken after the report arrives.
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