Why the Northeast Is Fighting the FCRA Amendments

ON Tuesday, a massive protest rally against the proposed FCRA Amendment Bill was carried out in Aizawl and Shillong. Organised in Mizoram by the Council ofChurches in Mizoram (CCM): comprising nine major denominations alongside unaffiliated bodies, the public march titled “ FCRA Bill Duh Loh Kawngzawh ” (Rally Against FCRA Bill) saw citizens converge from Zarkawt and Sikulpuikawn at Vanapa Hall under the leadership of CCM President Rev. Dr. R. Lalbiakliana. Simultaneously, in Meghalaya , Congress leader Vincent Pala led a fierce demonstration, warning that this legislation marks the “first attack after Independence” on churches and civil societ…
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Nagaland MP Urges Shah to Hold Wider FCRA Bill Consultations

New Delhi, August 12, 2026: Lok Sabha Member of Parliament S. Supongmeren Jamir has urged Union Home Minister Amit Shah not to proceed with the proposed Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act (FCRA) Bill, 2026, until wider consultations are held with all stakeholders and political parties. In an appeal dated August 11, 2026, to Union Home Minister Amit Shah, Jamir expressed concern over the proposed legislation, saying that decisions concerning the FCRA should be taken in the greater interest of the country, with due consideration for India’s unity, diversity and secular character. He referred to the objectives of the FCRA Amendment Act, 2010,…
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WCKCSOs-Ukhrul Lifts Economic Blockade, Shutdown

LAMKA, August 11, 2026: The Kuki CSO Working Committee, Ukhrul (WCKCSOs-Ukhrul) has announced the lifting of its Counter Economic Blockade and the ensuing Total Shutdown with effect from 4:30 pm on August 11, 2026 . According to a statement issued by the committee, the Counter Economic Blockade had been enforced since July 27 and intensified into a Total Shutdown from August 5 . The measures were imposed in response to what the committee described as a selective economic blockade targeting Kuki-Zos by certain Tangkhul and Meitei groups along NH-202 . The decision to lift the blockade followed a meeting held at Shangkai at 1 pm on Tuesday between …
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KZC alleges selective justice over violence in Manipur

LAMKA, August 11, 2026: The Kuki-Zo Council (KZC) has strongly condemned what it described as continued violence, harassment, discrimination and denial of justice against the Kuki-Zo people in Manipur, alleging that the Central and State governments have shown preferential attention to the Naga community while overlooking the grievances and suffering of the Kuki-Zo people. In a press release issued by the  Secretary, Information and Publicity of Kuki-Zo Council (KZC) on August 11, the KZC said 21 villagers from the Leilon Vaiphei area have been summoned by the National Investigation Agency (NIA) to appear at the Leimakhong Army Camp . It also all…
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Manipur Faces 150-MW Winter Power Deficit, Says MSPDCL

Imphal, August 11, 2026 (DIPR): The Manipur State Power Distribution Company Limited (MSPDCL) on Tuesday outlined a series of measures, including power banking, strengthening of the distribution network, smart metering and promotion of rooftop solar, to meet the State’s growing electricity demand and manage the anticipated power shortage during the coming winter. Addressing the 11th edition of the “Meet the Press” programme organised by the Directorate of Information and Public Relations (DIPR) at the DIPR Auditorium here, Managing Director of MSPDCL, Shri M. Rabi Singh, said peak electricity demand in Manipur is projected to touch 300–310 MW…
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MSCW Organises One Day Legal Awareness Programme

Imphal, August 11, 2026 (DIPR): A one-day legal awareness programme was jointly organised by the Manipur State Commission for Women (MSCW) and the Women Department of Manipur Baptist Convention (MBC) today at MBC Training Hall, Imphal, with the objective of enhancing awareness among women about their legal rights. Delivering the keynote address, Smt W. Phajatombi Devi, MCS, Member Secretary, MSCW and Additional Director, IPR, Manipur, stated that the programme was organised as part of a two-day seminar programme being organised by MBC, and emphasized the importance of empowering women through legal awareness. She observed that the active parti…
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‘Rachnatmak Congress’ to hold two-day national convention in Delhi on Aug 12-13

Unemployment, education, social and economic justice to dominate meet: Sandeep Dikshit NEW DELHI, Aug 11, 2026: ‘Rachnatmak Congress’ will organise a two-day national convention in the national capital on August 12 and 13 to deliberate on pressing public issues, including rising unemployment, education, social justice, economic justice and the environment. Representatives from across the country will participate in the convention and discuss issues concerning the people, as well as strategies to address them. Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge and Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi will also address the gathering and share th…
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Mizoram Rally Against FCRA Amendment Bill

Aizawl, August 11, 2026 — The Council of Churches in Mizoram (CCM) organised a public rally in Aizawl on Tuesday to voice opposition to the proposed Foreign Contribution Regulation Act (FCRA) Amendment Bill, 2026 . The rally, titled “FCRA Bill Duh Loh Kawngzawh (Rally Against FCRA Bill) ” , began at around 10:30 am from Zarkawt and Sikulpuikawn. Participants from both routes are scheduled to converge at the Vanapa Hall campus, where a public gathering will be held. CCM Treasurer Upa R. Lalmalsawma will lead the gathering, while CCM President Rev. Dr. R. Lalbiakliana is scheduled to address the participants. CCM General Secretary Rev. Dr. Lalhmang…
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Two Alleged Thieves Caught and Tied by Villagers in Tadubi

Two men were allegedly caught by villagers after they were suspected of stealing in Tadubi village, Senapati district, Manipur . According to reports, villagers apprehended the two men and tied them to a roadside pole as they waited for further action. Images from the spot show the two men partially undressed and restrained with plastic wrapping around their bodies. The circumstances surrounding the alleged theft and the identities of the two men have not been independently verified.
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Modi vs Meta: New Delhi Threatens Legal Action Over Takedown

WHEN thousands of desperate young people took to the streets across India, they were not merely expressing anger over a single examination scandal; they were crying out against a completely broken system. The recent NEET-UG paper leak proved to be the final straw after a staggering total of 152 exam paper leaks across the country over recent years, leaving millions of hardworking students trapped in endless cycles of stress, re-tests, and uncertainty. Tragically, the human cost of this widespread institutional collapse has been utterly devastating, with around 21 heartbroken students committing suicide after seeing their dreams and years of …
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