GPRN/NSCN: PRESS RELEASE

The GPRN/NSCN (N. Kitovi/RM Lotha) is shocked to learn that the ZUF (Kamson Faction) has resorted to hobnobbing with other Naga groups and indulged in arson, endangering lives of innocent civilians in villages. This is against the spirit of merger declaration with GPRN/NSCN on 26th October 2019 duly signed by former ZUF Chairman Raitu Chawang and the current Chairman S Kamson. It is also against the principles of GPRN/NSCN/ZUF Alliance Modalities signed on 28th October 2019.

The ZUF, whose Leadership participated in the Indo-Naga political negotiations and who attended WC, NNPG meetings on a regular basis, have unilaterally indulged in communal, sectarian violence which is not in the interest of the Nagas.

The GPRN/NSCN under the leadership of President Maj.(Retd.) R.M Lotha and Ato Kilonser N Kitovi Zhimomi, therefore, suspend all formal agreements with ZUF (Kamson) and withdraws their representation and prohibits their participation in WC,NNPG events till such time the ZUF leadership takes
PRESS RELEASE

The GPRN/NSCN (N. Kitovi/RM Lotha) is shocked to learn that the ZUF (Kamson Faction) has resorted to hobnobbing with other Naga groups and indulged in arson, endangering lives of innocent civilians in villages. This is against the spirit of merger declaration with GPRN/NSCN on 26th October 2019 duly signed by former ZUF Chairman Raitu Chawang and the current Chairman S Kamson. It is also against the principles of GPRN/NSCN/ZUF Alliance Modalities signed on 28th October 2019.

The ZUF, whose Leadership participated in the Indo-Naga political negotiations and who attended WC, NNPG meetings on a regular basis, have unilaterally indulged in communal, sectarian violence which is not in the interest of the Nagas.

The GPRN/NSCN under the leadership of President Maj.(Retd.) R.M Lotha and Ato Kilonser N Kitovi Zhimomi, therefore, suspend all formal agreements with ZUF (Kamson) and withdraws their representation and prohibits their participation in WC,NNPG events till such time the ZUF leadership takes Naga centric steps.

(N Kitovi Zhimomi)
Ato Kilonser, GPRN/NSCN &
Convener, WC,NNPGs. 

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UZO HIANGTAM (K) UNIT, SINGNGAT BLOCK

PRESIDENT: Thangsuanmung
VICE PRESIDENT: Khaidohlian
SECRETARY: Robert Khailianlal
ASST SECRETARY: Paubiahlal
FINANCE cum TREASURER: Hangsuanlian
SECRETARY (Org): Kamlamkhup
SECRETARY (Info & Pub): Thangmuanlian

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KSO SAIKUL: PRESS RELEASE

KSO Saikul in jong jing nikho a COTU in Total Shutdown aphon doh Gamsung mipin tosot cheh dia thuphon na nei. 

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Kangpokpi Town Committee: Expired Biscuits Distributed on Republic Day

Kangpokpi Town Committee Issues Press Communiqué on Expired Biscuits Distributed on Republic Day

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CDSA NOTICE

27.01.2026

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ZSF Urges Peace and Dialogue Amid Kuki-Zo and Zeliangrong Tensions

PRESS STATEMENT

Lamka; 27th January 2026

The Zomi Students' Federation expresses deep concern about the recent tensions reported between sections of the Kuki-Zo and Zeliangrong Inpui Naga communities in parts of Manipur. This development is particularly unfortunate, coming amid nearly 33 months of prolonged conflict, loss, and displacement.

At this critical juncture, the escalation between our Naga and Kuki-Zo brothers by supposedly respectable and representative organisations is deeply disturbing. Any conflict between the Nagas and Kukis would only drag other hill and valley communities, like the other Nagas and Zo ethnic communities, like Zomis and Hmars, into unnecessary contestations.

The Zomi Students' Federation believes that dialogue, restraint, and mutual respect remain the only sustainable path forward. We remain committed and ready to contribute towards reconciliation and earnestly pray for a peaceful resolution of differences between the Kuki-Zo and the Zeliangrong Inpui Naga.

We also reaffirm that it is in the best interest of all indigenous communities to live with security, dignity, and harmony in their own ancestral lands and territories, without fear or coercion. Peace in the hills cannot be achieved through force, but through empathy, accountability, and collective wisdom.

The Zomi Students' Federation appeals to all concerned parties, civil bodies, and authorities to act with responsibility and foresight, prioritising peace, human life, and long-term coexistence over short-term assertions.

We continue to pray for healing, reconciliation, and lasting peace among our brethren and neighbours.

Issued by:

Information and Publicity Department

Zomi Students' Federation General Headquarters

Federation of SSPP, KZP, ZILLAI, TCSA, TSP, MSO & ZSP

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KSO-ZSF-HSA: We Want Political Solution, Not Popular Government"

JOINT PUBLIC NOTICE
Lamka; 27th January 2026

This is to inform the general public that a peaceful rally will be held on 28th January 2026 under the theme "We Want Political Solution, Not Popular Government."  The rally is being organised to register public concern regarding the proposed formation of a popular government in the absence of a political
settlement, and to reiterate the demand for a political solution to address unresolved grievances.

The rally will commence at 10:00 AM, with participants assembling at Phungkhothang Guite Mawltual, Hiangtam Lamka, and proceeding towards the Peace Ground, Tuibong, where the programme will conclude. Members of the public who wish to participate are requested to do so in a peaceful, disciplined and orderly manner, in accordance with the principles of non-violence and civic responsibility.

This notice is issued in the interest of public information and transparency.

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Kuki-Zo Women’s Forum (KZWF) Delhi condemns ZUF

The Kuki-Zo Women's Forum, Delhi & NCR strongly condemns the shocking and deliberate razing of K. Songlung  village in broad daylight by the Zeliangrong United Front (ZUF) on the  77th Republic Day 

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KIM-UNC JOINT DECLARATION ON K. SONGLUNG INCIDENT

Joint declaration of KIM and UNC on K. Songlung incident - 27th January 2026 

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Hmar Inpui Condemns Shourya Chakra Award to CRPF Officer, Demands Revocation and Probe

Lamka, January 27, 2026: Hmar Inpui (Hmar Supreme House) has expressed deep shock and grave concern over the Government of India's decision to award the prestigious Shourya Chakra to Vipin Wilson, Assistant Commandant of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), for an operation that allegedly resulted in the killing of ten Hmar Village Volunteers at Jakradawr, Jiribam, on November 11, 2024.

In a press release issued on January 27, Hmar Inpui stated that the ten deceased were not militants but village volunteers stationed along the frontlines of Pherzawl and Jiribam, which are ancestral lands of the Hmar people. According to the organization, available evidence suggests that the victims had cooperated with security forces and did not pose any imminent threat. Hmar Inpui alleged that the use of lethal force was grossly disproportionate and deliberate, terming the incident an extra-judicial killing amounting to a massacre.

The statement further claimed that post-mortem reports revealed signs of custodial torture followed by execution. Alleged findings include strangulation, severe physical assault, crushed fingers, multiple close-range gunshot wounds, extensive bruising, and injuries consistent with eye gouging. Hmar Inpui also raised concern over an apparent discrepancy between the number of gunshot wounds and the condition of the victims' clothing, noting the absence of bullet holes.

 

This, the organization said, suggests that the bodies may have been stripped and redressed after death. It called for an independent forensic review and transparent disclosure of all findings.

Hmar Inpui described the incident as a serious violation of human rights law and a crime against humanity. It also questioned the role of the CRPF in a fragile and volatile political environment, alleging a failure to maintain neutrality.

The organization sought clarification on whether the post-mortem findings were properly examined before the gallantry award was conferred. It also questioned why the bodies were airlifted from Silchar to Churachandpur if the victims were militants, and on what grounds the officer was deemed deserving of the award.

Criticizing the timing of the award, Hmar Inpui stated that conferring a gallantry honour while judicial proceedings are ongoing undermines the rule of law and risks legitimizing alleged extra-judicial killings. The group said such actions send a troubling message that tribal lives are dispensable and that alleged abuses may be rewarded rather than scrutinized.

Hmar Inpui strongly condemned the decision to decorate the officer, stating that the alleged actions contradict the values of valour, courage, integrity, justice, and restraint that the Shourya Chakra represents. It added that the decision diminishes the moral authority and sanctity of the award.

The organization has put forward three key demands:

Immediate revocation of the Shourya Chakra awarded to Vipin Wilson.

Expedited and time-bound judicial proceedings against all individuals responsible for the incident.

Full public disclosure of the post-mortem reports and all operational orders related to the incident.

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KSO Delhi visits CBSE HQ regarding CTET Examination Centre

Kuki Students' Organisation Delhi & NCR

27th January 2026
New Delhi 📍

Reports on visit to CBSE Headquarter regarding CTET Examination Centre

An official visit was made to the CBSE Headquarters at approximately 11:30 AM today to urgently address issues related to the allotment of examination centres for CTET candidates.
Upon arrival, the matter was first presented to the Under Secretary with a request to meet the Director (CTET). Given the seriousness of the situation and the unavailability of the Director at that time, the delegation was then redirected to the Private Secretary, who promptly consulted the issue with the Director through official channels.
Following this consultation, the CBSE office conveyed that the concern had been formally acknowledged and confirmed that corrective measures would be initiated. The CBSE authorities also assured that revised admit cards would be issued to the affected candidates with newly allotted examination centres. Emphasis was placed on the urgency of the matter, with a specific request to complete the process within one to two days, which was duly noted.
The engagement concluded with a clear commitment from the CBSE office assuring us with necessary action on priority, and further communication is awaited to confirm execution and timelines.

Sd/-
Education Department,
Kuki Students' Organisation Delhi & NCR*

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ZUF intensified its decisive campaign against illegal poppy cultivation

Government of the
ZELIANGRONG UNITED FRONT

Office of the
MINISTRY OF INFORMATION & PUBLICITY

Date: 26/01/2026
PRESS COMMUNIQUE

The Zeliangrong United Front (ZUF) has intensified its decisive campaign against illegal poppy cultivation, narcotics trafficking, and unlawful encroachment by illegal immigrants within the ancestral, customary, and historical territory of the Zeliangrong Inpui Naga people.

Despite repeated public alerts and sufficient time granted for peacefully compliance, enforcement action was carried out at 12.15pm, burnt the farm houses, farms and dismantled other essential materials against illegal poppy cultivation and unauthorized structures in the Waphong area of the Songnung Sadar Hills, Kangpokpi District, Manipur.

Those involved have deliberately ignored the will of the indigenous people and continued illegal activities that seriously threaten public safety, indigenous land rights, and the future of the region. ZUF firmly declares that no foreign or illegal settlers shall be permitted to exploit, occupy, or degrade the ancestral land of the Zeliangrong Inpui Naga people under any pretext. ZUF sternly resolutes to eliminate illegal poppy cultivation and narcotics networks, remove all unauthorised settlements from indigenous land. The defence of our land,identity, and future is non-negotiable.

Sd/-
Ministry of Information & Publicity
Zeliangrong United Front (ZUF) 

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ST. PAUL'S INSTITUTE ATL TEAM INVITED FOR REPUBLIC DAY AT NEW DELHI

The Atal Innovation Mission (AIM) has selected the Top 100 best innovators from Atal Tinkering Labs (ATL) across schools in India. St. Paul's Institute is proud to be among the selected institutions.

As a result of this remarkable achievement, two innovators from St Paul's Institute have been invited as *Special Guests* by the Atal Innovation Mission (AIM), NITI Aayog, Government of India, to participate in the 77th Republic Day Celebration, 2026, to be held at Kartavya Path, New Delhi.

The students representing the school are *Lalmuandik Guite* of Class IX and *Florence* of Class XI. As part of the selection process, they successfully faced interviews based on our school ATL project and participated in educational visits, including visits to science centres and other institutions.

We extend our heartfelt congratulations to Lalmuandik Guite and Florence for bringing great honour to our school and for representing St. Paul's Institute at this prestigious national event.

27-01-2026 | Tuesday
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Singngat MLA annkuang sawkhompi uh

Lamka apat Singngat lang zuan a khual jin mite adia thukipah huai
Republic Day ni in Singngat senior citizen welfare ten a office ua MLA Pu Annkuang sawkhompi uh

Lamka, 27 January 2026: Singngat Citizens Welfare Association innteehna toh MLA Local fund apat ana ki bawl Public Toilet Upper Singngat Bethel East veng leh Mission veng parking sah deu a kibawl zawh Siang ahi tawh kijui in, tuni date 26/01/2026 Republic day ni in Pu Chinlunthang, MLA Singngat 60th A/C in honna hing nei in Retd Rev. H. Khamkhogin in Pasian kung a latna nei hi

Tuni a kipan sah leh hang a khualzin mite'n zahthei hita hi.Asung a tui khai ngailou,dei dan dan a heh pawt thei ding a tuhun tawh kituah a standard tah a bawl ahi.

🌎 THE PEOPLE Voices

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Kuki-Zo Council condemns ZUF

The Kuki-Zo Council (KZC) strongly condemns the burning of K. Songlung Village in Kangpokpi District on 26 January, a day when the nation was celebrating the 77th Republic Day of India. - 27th January 2026 

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KZVV condemns ZUF

PRESS RELEASE

Strong Condemnation of the Burning of K. Songlung village by armed Miscreants

While the nation was celebrating it's Republic Day , the kuki Zo
Villagers of K Songlung in Kangpokpi district Manipur were  yet again subjected to another attack and burning by Zaliengrong United Front(Kamson group) , a Non SoO group operating in Kangchup kuki area.

We strongly condemn the constant brutality and inhumane act of arson committed by the Zaliengrong armed miscreants respnsible for the burning of K. Songlung village in kangpokpi district . This has caused widespread destruction, fear, and suffering among the innocent villagers.

The deliberate burning of homes and property belonging to peaceful kuki Zo villagers is a grave act of crime and a blatant violation of human rights. Such acts of violence not only endanger lives and livelihoods but also threaten communal harmony and the rule of law.

The coverage of such an inhumane act with a press communique from ZUF(Kamson group) and branding the brutal act as a campaign against poppy cultivation is disgraceful. The communique also diplay the true intent of a deliberate plan of creating disharmony between the communities living in the area.

We call upon the authorities to:
1. Conduct an immediate search operation against the organisation and leaders responsible for this arson.
2. Identify and bring the perpetrators to immediate justice.
3. Ensure adequate security for vulnerable villages to prevent further attacks.
4. Provide urgent relief, rehabilitation, and compensation to the affected families.

Keeping in view the volatile situation of the of the kuki Zo ancestral villages and people, the Kuki Zo village volunteers shall stand guard on all kuki Zo ancestral villages henceforth. Befitting action shall be initiated against the perpetrators of this arson and any force that may act against the innocent kuki Zo villagers shall be dealt with immediate action. We request the general public to stay calm and prepare for any eventuality.

            Information and publicity
           Kuki Zo village volunteers 

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HSA Condemns Gallantry Award Linked to Jiribam Incident, Calls for Restraint

Lamka, Jan 26, 2026: The Hmar Students' Association (HSA), General Headquarters, has strongly objected to the conferment of a gallantry award on a CRPF officer, stating that the award is linked to an operation connected with the killing of 10 Hmar youths in the Borobekra area of Jiribam district, Manipur, on November 11, 2024.

In a press release issued on Monday, the HSA said the incident is part of matters arising from the Manipur conflict that are currently pending before the Hon'ble Supreme Court of India. The student body expressed serious concern over the timing of the award, noting that the case remains sub judice.

The association described the decision as "highly inappropriate and deeply troubling," arguing that granting such recognition while judicial proceedings are still ongoing undermines the sensitivity of the issue. According to the HSA, the move raises questions about fairness, accountability, and respect for due legal process.

The HSA further condemned what it termed the premature conferment of awards or honours in conflict-related situations, especially those directly linked to incidents under judicial review.

 It urged the concerned authorities to exercise restraint and ensure that no such recognition is given until all legal proceedings are fully, fairly, and impartially concluded.

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VVCC condemns ZUF

26.01.2026

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UKNA condemns ZUF

UKNA in Tuni thilsoh chunga thuso nei.

#UKNA 💪 

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ZNN Football Matches: 27.01.2026

78th Zomi Nam Ni Football Tournament – 2026 Edition
📅 27th January (Tuesday)

⏰ 12:00 PM
Sinlung FA 🆚 CCPUR IRB

⏰ 2:00 PM
HFFA 🆚 ZLYC

Two exciting clashes, one big stage.

#Lamkafootballtalks #78thzominamni #LFT 

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COTU declares 24hrs Shutdown

Office of the
COMMITTEE ON TRIBAL UNITY(COTU)
Sadar-Hills, Kangpokpi District
Administrative office:Kanggui-795129
Motto: Be strong and courageous           
KANGPOKPI DISTRICT MIPI TE HENGA HETSAH

Tuni 26th January, 2026 nikhoa ZUF faction S.Kamson group in K.Songlung part 2 ahal lhah nao chung thua COTU in ahung lhung ding nisim 27th January midnight to 28th january mignight sung 24hrs Total Shutdown kiphong ahito lhonna Sadar Hills Kangpokpi District sunga koiman kichep golseh, function, kin le dong ibol theilou ding uvin hetsahna ahung kineijin ahi.

Hiche nikho hile Nam mipite jousen kilungkhat tah a pan ilahkhom soh kei ding uvin jong temna ahung kineijin ahi.

Information and Publicity
Committee on Tribal Unity 

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Jiribam: 10 Kuki-Zo village volunteers killed by CRPF |

In Jiribam district, Manipur (bordering Assam), 10 Kuki-Zo tribal volunteers were killed on 11 November 2024 during a clash with Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel — described by authorities as an "encounter" after an attack on the Borobekra Police Station and Jakuradhor CRPF post."

Nearly one year later, in December 2025, the Hon'ble Supreme Court of India in New Delhi directed the Government of India, Manipur Government, and the National Investigation Agency (NIA) to file a status report on the investigation into the killings.

The Silchar Medical College & Hospital post-mortem report stated that most of the victims had bullet wounds predominantly from the back, raising serious questions about the nature of the incident.

If justice is real, it must be transparent — why was a gallantry award given when the case remains under investigation?

Follow ZalengamMedia for truth, accountability, and voices that demand answers.

📍 Jiribam, Manipur — India
📍 Supreme Court hearings — New Delhi

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Sadar Hills Chiefs Association Condemns ZUF

26.01.2026

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SAHILKA CONDEMNS ZUF

THE SADAR HILL CHIEF'S ASSOCIATION
(SAHILCA) Kangpokpi District, Manipur

Date 26/01/2026
PRESS STATEMENT

SAHILCA is shocked to learn that a militarized organisation ZUF under the leadership of S. Kamson had today claimed responsibility for the harassment, terrorizing and setting ablaze the resident houses of Kangchup Songlung (II) village.

SAHILCA would like to state it clear that K. Songlung village under K. Geljang sub-division, PS New Keithelmanbi, of Kangpokpi district is a recognized Kuki village under the Chieftainship of Semlal Haokip and that the village had never cultivated Poppy.

It is unfortunate that ZUF had pretentiously claimed legitimacy to their terrorist acts of blindfolding village elders and burning down their village in the guise of acting against Poppy cultivation.

SAHILCA being the custodians of Kuki tradition and custom hereby announces a 24 hour window for ZUF to surrender their mistake in the court of SAHILCA and compensate for the loss of property and psychological damages caused to the villagers of K. Songlung (II). In case they fail to do so within the stipulated time, the CSOs of Kangpokpi district will undertake all steps necessary to ensure that Justice is served.

Dept. of Information and Publicity,
SAHILCA

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Home minister to meet Kuki-Zo MLAs on Jan 28

📍HM Amit Shah to meet 10 Kuki Zo MLAs on 28 January 2026.

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ITLF CONDEMNATION: GALLANTRY MEDAL

The Indigenous Tribal Leaders' Forum (ITLF) is appalled by the Indian government's decision to award a gallantry medal to an Assistant Commandant of the CRPF for the killing of 10 Kuki-Zo tribal men in Manipur in 2024.
It may be recalled that 10 tribal village volunteers were mercilessly gunned down on Nov 11, 2024, by CRPF personnel when they had gone to Jiribam district of Manipur to protect their community after Meitei militants burned a village and killedawoman the previous week. The woman, from the Hmar tribe, was a school teacher and mother of three young
children. She was shot in the leg, killed, and set on fire in Jiribam's Zairawn village. Theautopsy report noted horrific injuries on the victim's body, including broken bones and a separated skull.

here was no cause for the village volunteers to attack a CRPF post, as alleged by authorities after the killing. The men were a ragtag bunch of mostly daily-wage laborers from different villages who volunteered to protect their people-not trained "militants" as alleged by the police. Autopsy reports also reveal that the men were shot from behind, contradicting the official narrative that the CRPF post was attacked.

ITLF condemns in the strongest terms the awarding of the Shaurya Chakra to AC Vipin Wilson, who made the decision to fire on men who were only trying to protect their community in the midst of the ethnic conflict in Manipur. This award is a continuation of the discrimination and injustice meted out to Kuki-Zo tribals in Manipur, who have borne the brunt of the suffering in the nearly three-year-long ethnic conflict.

Issued by –
Information & Publicity,
Indigenous Tribal Leaders' Forum (ITLF)

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CoPTAM condemns Armed Violence of ZUF /NSCN-IM

CONDEMNATION OF ARMED VIOLENCE, INTIMIDATION, AND ILLEGAL ENFORCEMENT BY THE SELF-STYLED ZELIANGRONG UNITED FRONT (ZUF/NSCN-IM) - S. KAMSON FACTION

Dated: 26th January, 2026 | New Delhi

The undersigned unequivocally condemns the recent acts of armed violence, destruction of civilian property, and coercive threats carried out by the self-styled Zeliangrong United Front (ZUF/NSCN-IM) - S. Kamson faction, and its armed wing, the Zeliangrong Tiger Force (ZTF), within the Hill Areas of Manipur.

The press communiqué dated 26th January 2026 openly admits to the burning of houses, vehicles, farmhouses, destruction of agricultural lands, and dismantling of civilian structures in the Kangchup Geljang Sub-Division of Sadar Hills, Kangpokpi District, under the pretext of enforcing an anti-poppy campaign.

Such actions constitute collective punishment, forced eviction, and grave violations of indigenous land rights, humanitarian norms, and constitutional protections.

Further, the communiqué issued by the ZUF/NSCN-IM (S. Kamson faction) dated 8th January 2026 acknowledges armed action against Kuki civilians at Kharam Vaiphei village under the false pretext of engaging armed cadres, resulting in gross human rights violations, criminal intimidation, and acts provoking and promoting enmity between communities, while simultaneously asserting a blanket denial of Kuki land rights within purported Zeliangrong ancestral territories and issuing threats of forced desertion against inhabitants of contested areas.

These declarations reflect an alarming attempt to justify armed aggression, territorial absolutism, and ethnic intimidation.

Additionally, the earlier press statement dated 18th December 2025 reveals a continuing pattern of militarised rhetoric, threats of reciprocal retaliation, and efforts to legitimise violence under political and nationalist narratives.

Collectively, these documents demonstrate:

1. Open endorsement of arson and destruction of civilian livelihoods;

2. Armed enforcement of territorial claims outside any constitutional or legal framework;

3. Threats of forced displacement of indigenous communities;

4. Escalation of ethnic hostility under the guise of anti-narcotics enforcement and political protection.

Such actions are illegal, unconstitutional, and in direct violation of:

1. Article 21 - Right to Life and Livelihood;

2. Article 300A - Right to Property;

3. Constitutional safeguards for Scheduled Tribes in the Hill Areas;

4. Principles of customary land ownership and indigenous self-governance;

5. Fundamental humanitarian norms prohibiting collective punishment and targeting of civilians.

The use of violence to impose unilateral territorial assertions not only undermines peace and the rule of law but constitutes ethnic persecution and land aggression against the Kuki tribal communities, who possess historical, customary, and legal rights over their ancestral territories.

We therefore:

1. Strongly condemn the self-styled ZUF/NSCN-IM (S. Kamson faction)'s armed operations, destruction of civilian property, and threats of displacement;

2. Reject any narrative that seeks to erase Kuki ancestral land rights through force or intimidation;

3. Call upon the Government of India and the State authorities to take immediate and effective action to prevent further violence, protect civilian populations, and uphold constitutional order in the Hill Areas;

4. Demand impartial and transparent investigation into the incidents of arson, armed attacks, and coercive evictions admitted in the ZUF/NSCN-IM (S. Kamson faction) communiqués.

Peace, land rights, and coexistence cannot be achieved through the barrel of a gun nor through the collective punishment of indigenous communities.

Sd/-

Secretary

Information and Publicity

COPTAM-KH

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Miscreants burnt K. Sunglung village

Tuchan a update kibol theisun @3:25pm:

1. Ukeng ne Zeliangrong Tiger Force hon K. Sunglung kho ahal u:

2. Haosapu Semlal toh achapa atahpenpa tuilah nalanga ache lhon na a amat uva amit lhon akan peh u.

3. Aninu toh atehpu kum 100 valta ina umteni jong chu amit lhon akan u, akaidoh uva hiche jou achu inchu ahallhah u ahi.

📍Kotzim apat Phone ahinbol Haosapu chapa chun a unu Phone ana byheart khah a ahin call thei uva athu ahinsei u.

📍Phone jouse jong alahpeh uva ahinsol doh u ahitai. Hiti ahie athu hung ki report danchu.

26-01-2026

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Dead body Found in Tuibong area

MITHI KIMU
26-01-2026

Mi khat Tuibong area lah vel in a thisa in a kimu in  a longdamsa hi District Hospital Morgue lhut ahi tai. Amah hi tu chan in a min le a khomin (identity) a ki he doh nai pon ahi. Koitabang a he kha na um u le a noi a ka contact number ahin ki ja mat u te.

Keima
Manggou Haokip
KKL Ambulance Driver

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Lamka Construction Expo 2026

Tuni in Lamka Construction Expo 2026 kipan a, zingchiang tan om ding hi 

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Molnom accident ah mi khat thi

Molnom Ccpur gari kitato ah mikhat thi kiti details kingah nalai😭 Gari neo hi Centre Road a cheng Doujathang Lhungdim s/o Jamso Lhungdim, District hospital a pohtou ahi nung in a leiset hinkho abeitai. 

25.01.2026, 7:15pm

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Lamka | Accident 1 Ana Om; 1 In Sihna Tuak

25 Jan 2025 (Sunday) nitak dak 7:15 vel in Molnom (Lamka), Food Island kiang ah, gari lian (Car) khat leh gari neu (Activa) khat ana kiphukha ua, gari neu a tuang pen a _serious_ deuh ziak in, Damdawi Inn puak in om hi'n kigen hi.

Hiai tuahsiatna a gari neu hek pen Doujathang Lhungdim s/o Jamso Lhungdim hi in, kintak in District Hospital tut in om mahleh aliamna thuakzoulou in ahinkhua ana beita hi'n thudonna in gen hi.

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JTC: Transfer of Custody and a Call for Community Responsibility

Office of the
JOINT TRIBES COUNCIL MANIPUR

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Transfer of Custody and a Call for Community Responsibility

The Joint Tribe Council, Manipur (JTCM), today, the 25th of January, 2026, formally transferred the custody of two individuals, Shri. Thangkham/Bella Vaiphei, (40 yrs), son of Lt. S. Thangkholun Vaiphei, resident of Sumtukphai, Churachandpur District, Manipur - 795128. And Shri. Letkhongam Kilong, (30 yrs), son of Haolenthang Kilong, resident of Sadar Joute, Kangpokpi District, Manipur - 795129, to the 6th Battalion of the Assam Rifles at Tamenglong Headquarters.

This action was undertaken as a necessary step, taken with deep regret, after repeated and earnest efforts failed to secure the presence of any rightful representation from the offenders' own community or union to assume responsibility for them. The JTCM firmly believes in the principles of community-led resolution and restorative justice. The absence of responsible claimants is a matter of profound disappointment and underscores a worrying lapse in communal accountability.

The individuals were handed over in good health and without any physical duress, as formally certified in the official handover document. Furthermore, the JTCM clarifies that all matters pertaining to their admitted violations have been conclusively addressed through a separate, duly executed agreement, and the Council holds no further claim or complaint against them. The JTCM urges all community leaders, unions, and civil society organizations to reaffirm their commitment to collective well-being.

We strongly advise and appeal to all sections of society to enhance cooperation, dialogue, and mutual responsibility.* It is only through unwavering collaboration, a shared sense of duty, and a commitment to lawful conduct that we can effectively uphold the enduring peace, harmony, and integrity of our communities in Manipur.

The JTCM remains steadfast in its mission to foster unity and will continue to engage with all stakeholders to build a more responsible and cohesive social framework.

Sincerely,
General Secretary,
Joint Tribes Council (JTC).
Place: Tamenglong HQ.

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Zoukhonuam; Singngat Police A Pat Clarification/Hilhchetna

Zokhonuam gam a Security Force te'n "Kaani lei vaatsia" chia Social Media (WhatsApp) leh Local Newspaper te a kisuah pen Zokhonuam Hausapa gamsung hilou in, a hill range (taangdung) kizom ahihziak a akhomin hong kigenkha ahi.

Zokhonuam gamsung ah Kaani chiinna (lei/field) omlou hi. Mipi kuapeuhmah in theisiam ding in i kitheihsak hi.

-SDPO/Singngat Police

25-01-2026

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Lakutpi 2026 Winners

🎤Best Artiste - Nh Niangzoukim, Muallum

Top #2- Nh. Hatneiching, Bohlui
Top #3 - Nh. Rebecca Donneizou, Tuilaphai

KHRIST A KIPUMKHATNA
January 25,2026||Nipini 

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"Nobody Could Give Her Justice': Sister Speaks Out After Kuki Woman's Death

Shila Hoakip's voice echoed in the hall of the Constitution Club of India in Delhi, "Nobody could give her justice." Hoakip is the sister of a 20-year-old Kuki woman who was gang-raped in Manipur during the violence that started in May 2023.

On January 10, the young woman died due to a prolonged illness linked to her injuries. On Thursday, standing in front of the media and civil society members, Hoakip broke down and questioned why her sister suffered and kept fighting for justice that was never delivered.

The 20-year-old passed away in Singhat, Manipur, after fighting for more than two years to get justice. Her family said she never fully recovered from the trauma inflicted during her abduction and sexual assault nearly three years ago.

One of the most brutal cases, it was first highlighted in a complaint to the National Commission for Women (NCW) by two women and a US-based association representing the hill tribes of Manipur — the North American Manipur Tribal Association.

"She was just 18 when her future was stolen from her," Hoakip said, as the victim's brother stood beside her silently. "We are so proud of her. The whole family is so proud of her," Hoakip added, her voice quivering.

According to the victim's FIR accessed by Maktoob, the 18-year-old was abducted on May 15, 2023, in Imphal while trying to withdraw money from an ATM. In her statement, she said that over the course of several hours, she was assaulted at multiple locations in the city and forced into vehicles by groups of men, some allegedly affiliated with the radical Meitei outfit Arambai Tenggol.

She later escaped with the help of an auto-rickshaw driver. Her statement detailed the horrific assault she suffered at the hands of the perpetrators.

For more than two years, the girl was left traumatised, with Hoakip saying that she had nightmares at night, during which she would wake up shouting in the middle of the night asking for help.

"Her dreams and future were brutally extinguished on May 15, 2023. Even though she somehow survived, her reason for surviving, her life, her goals — everything was murdered," her sister said before breaking into tears.

Hoakip questioned how the government's "beti bachao, beti padhao" slogan was so prominent but did not apply to the Kuki communities. "The memories of the assault haunted her. She saw their faces. She would remember the colour of the clothes they were wearing that day and could not stop crying," she added.

According to reports, charges against the victim's perpetrators are yet to be framed, and both are currently out on bail. "Until the very end, she was crying for justice. But nobody could give her justice till today. The state and the Indian government have failed us completely," she added.

The press conference held in Delhi was initiated by the Kuki Students' Organisation (KSO) on the issue of sexual violence against Kuki women in Manipur. Speaking about the broader issue, social activist Glady Vaiephei Hunjan said rape was used against the community.

Dr. Nemthianngai Guite, a professor at Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU), said, "This violence exposed the structural violence which has been happening against minorities and tribal communities since the time of independence."

Gracy Kipgen, a social activist, said that conditions in relief camps are still horrible and people are living with it. The Indian government's silence has only pushed victims to demand a separate administration.

The victim's family was displaced from Imphal, where they had lived for nearly three decades, due to the violence. At least 260 persons have been killed and more than 59,000 displaced since ethnic clashes broke out between the Meitei and Kuki communities in May 2023.

Edited By: Elvish Haokip
©The Times of Kukiland

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Assam: Candlelight Vigil Held in Guwahati for Kuki Gangrape Victim

Updated: Jan 25, 2026
The candlelight vigil at KWSG Hall was a heart-wrenching display of solidarity, with attendees from various walks of life coming together to demand justice for the victim and condemn the heinous violence that led to her tragic demise. KWAG's efforts to organise this event underscore the community's unwavering resolve to seek accountability and ensure that such atrocities aren't repeated.

The press statement highlighted the devastating human toll of the conflict, with thousands still displaced and living in relief camps, their lives forever changed. The community's plea for justice echoes the concerns of many who've lost loved ones, seen their homes destroyed, or been forced to flee their ancestral lands.

The delayed investigation has only added to the anguish, with families seeking closure and answers that seem elusive. The community hopes that CBI's involvement will bring much-needed clarity and accountability, but there's a growing sense of frustration and despair.

Maj. Lamtinthang Khongsai's words resonated deeply with the audience, as he stressed the need for decisive action against perpetrators and urged the authorities to take concrete steps to ensure justice. His call for justice wasn't just for the victim, but for all affected by the conflict – a rallying cry for the community to stand united.

Rev. Daniel Mimin Haokip's prayer offered solace, acknowledging the pain and suffering while seeking peace and dignity for the bereaved. The candle-lighting ceremony was a powerful symbol of solidarity, with attendees vowing to stand together in the face of adversity.

The vigil's message is clear: the community won't rest until justice is served, and perpetrators are brought to book. As the investigation continues, there's hope that it'll bring closure to the victims' families and pave the way for healing and reconciliation.

The Kuki community's resilience in the face of adversity is truly inspiring, and it's clear that they're determined to fight for their rights and dignity.

©Kukiland Media

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WKZIC writes to US President Trump

Mr. President,

It's really a great privilege to be here in this WHITE HOUSE, WASHINGTON Online Plateform.

As an admirer of President Trump and lover of America and the Americans, am really honoured to share the below subject here to be considered by America and World communities.

"Moral Leadership and Solidarity with Persecuted Communities"

President Donald J. Trump's words on January 20, 2025—
"In everything we do, my administration will be inspired by a strong pursuit of excellence and unrelenting success. We will not forget our country, we will not forget our Constitution, and we will not forget our God."
—stand as a powerful and universal inspiration for leaders across nations, faiths, and political traditions.
This vision of principled leadership, rooted in constitutionalism, moral clarity, and faith, resonates deeply with communities across the world who continue to face social, political, and religious persecution.

With deep admiration for President Trump, and with genuine respect and affection for America and the American people, we earnestly appeal for moral solidarity and humanitarian concern toward socially and politically persecuted and vulnerable communities—particularly the Christian Kukis, persecuted Christian communities in Nigeria, and other marginalized and downtrodden peoples across the world.

At a time when conscience-driven leadership is urgently needed, the voice and example of the United States can continue to serve as a beacon of hope, dignity, and justice for those who suffer in silence.

________________________
KUKIS PLEAD: Appeal for International Humanitarian and Political Attention to the Persecuted Christian Kuki People
________________________

The Minority Christian Kuki people have endured systematic persecution and profound hardships for over a century. Historically rooted in their ancestral homeland—identified as "Kuki Country" in G. A. Grierson's Linguistic Survey of India (1904)—the Kukis were dispossessed of their land and political continuity when colonial authorities arbitrarily trifurcated their territory across present-day India, Burma (Myanmar), and Bangladesh.
In furtherance of colonial subjugation, the Kuki people were administratively fragmented and reclassified under three imposed identities—Chin, Kuki, and Mizo—deliberately weakening their collective ethnic, political, and historical cohesion.

The resistance of the Kukis against British colonial domination, culminating in the Kuki Rising of 1917–1919—locally remembered as the Anglo-Kuki War—was met with severe punitive measures. Entire villages were destroyed, traditional governance structures dismantled, and the population subjected to forced displacement, economic deprivation, and long-term marginalization. The consequences of this colonial retribution continue to reverberate across generations.

For over a century, the Kukis across India, Myanmar, and Bangladesh have lived with the loss of their ancestral land, denial of fundamental rights, chronic insecurity, and an enduring state of social and political vulnerability. Their suffering remains largely unheard and unacknowledged in international forums.

This prolonged injustice urgently calls for international humanitarian and political attention. We respectfully appeal to the United Nations, the United States of America, the United Kingdom, and nations across Europe and Asia to recognize the historical wrongs inflicted upon the ethnic tribal Christian Kuki people and to extend moral, humanitarian, and diplomatic support toward safeguarding their dignity, rights, and future.

With regards,

Dr. TS Haokip
President,
World Kuki-Zo Intellectual Council (WKZIC)
@ 25 Jan. 2026 

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NSCN-K TAKES FULL RESPONSIBILITY

PRESS STATEMENT

The Naga Army (NSCN-K led by Ang Mai) takes full responsibility for the killing of Maj.Manwang Leipha of the Yung Aung (YA) group, which occurred on 23 January at approximately 7:30 p.m. (Indian Standard Time) in Longphaoh Village, Tizit Area, Mon District, Nagaland State.
Despite repeated initiatives by the NSCN-K to promote peace and unity, including the unconditional release of several YA group cadres along with their seized weapons, inspite of that the YA group responded with hostility. A direct attack was carried out by the YA group against the Naga Army at Khammataing Village, resulting in the loss of two of our cadres, Lieut. Avi of the Pochury Region and Sgt.Peyao Konyak of the Konyak Region.

Maj.Manwang Leipha was an active cadre of the YA group and had been continuously involved in hostile activities in the area. He was warned on multiple occasions by the Naga Army to cease his anti–NSCN-K activities. His village authorities were also informed and urged to restrain his actions; however, they failed to take responsibility on his behalf,reasons best known to them.
In view of his continued anti–NSCN-K activities and in retaliation for the killing of our cadres at Khammataing Village, the Naga Army's special unit carried out capital punishment against Maj. Manwan Leipha.

သတင်းထုတ်ပြန်ချက်

နာဂစစ်တပ် (အန် မိုင် ဦးဆောင်သော NSCN-K) သည် ၂၀၂၆ ခုနှစ် ဇန်နဝါရီလ ၂၃ ရက်နေ့ ည ၇ နာရီခွဲခန့် (အိန္ဒိယစံတော်ချိန်) တွင် နာဂလန်ပြည်နယ်၊ မုန်ခရိုင်၊ တီဇစ်ဒေသရှိ လောင်ဖာအို ရွာတွင် ဖြစ်ပွားခဲ့သော ယုန်အောင် (YA) အဖွဲ့ဝင် မေဂျာ မန်ဝမ်း လိုက်ဖာ (Maj. Manwang Leipha) ကို သတ်ဖြတ်မှုအတွက် အပြည့်အဝ တာဝန်ယူကြောင်း ကြေညာအပ်ပါသည်။
NSCN-K အနေဖြင့် ငြိမ်းချမ်းရေး၊ ညီညွတ်ရေးကို မြှင့်တင်ရန် ရည်ရွယ်၍ ယုန်အောင်အဖွဲ့ဝင် အများအပြားအား ဖမ်းဆီးထားသည့် လက်နက်များနှင့်အတူ အခြေအနေမထားဘဲ ပြန်လည်လွှတ်ပေးခြင်း အပါအဝင် အကြိမ်ကြိမ် ကြိုးပမ်းဆောင်ရွက်ခဲ့သော်လည်း ယုန်အောင်အဖွဲ့ဘက်မှ ရန်လိုသော အပြုအမူများဖြင့်သာ တုံ့ပြန်လာခဲ့ပါသည်။ ထို့အပြင် ခမ္မတိုင် ရွာတွင် နာဂစစ်တပ်အား ယုန်အောင်အဖွဲ့မှ တိုက်ခိုက်မှု တိုက်ရိုက် ပြုလုပ်ခဲ့ရာ ယင်းတိုက်ခိုက်မှုကြောင့် ပိုချူရီဒေသမှ ဒုဗိုလ် အာဗီ (Lieut. Avi) နှင့် ကိုနယက်ဒေသမှ ဆာဂျင့် ပေယော ကိုနယက် (Sgt. Peyao Konyak) တို့ အပါအဝင် ကျွန်ုပ်တို့၏ တပ်ဖွဲ့ဝင် နှစ်ဦး အသက်ဆုံးရှုံးခဲ့ရပါသည်။
မေဂျာ မန်ဝမ်း လိုက်ဖာသည် ယုန်အောင်အဖွဲ့၏ တက်ကြွလှုပ်ရှားနေသော အဖွဲ့ဝင်တစ်ဦးဖြစ်ပြီး ဒေသအတွင်း ရန်လိုသည့် လုပ်ရပ်များကို ဆက်တိုက် ဆောင်ရွက်နေသူဖြစ်ပါသည်။ သူ့အား NSCN-K ဆန့်ကျင်သည့် လှုပ်ရှားမှုများကို ရပ်တန့်ရန် နာဂစစ်တပ်မှ အကြိမ်ကြိမ် သတိပေးခဲ့ပြီး ဖြစ်ပါသည်။ ထို့အပြင် သူ၏ ရွာအာဏာပိုင်များအားလည်း အကြောင်းကြားကာ သူ၏ လုပ်ရပ်များကို ထိန်းသိမ်းပေးရန် တောင်းဆိုခဲ့သော်လည်း အဆိုပါ အာဏာပိုင်များအနေဖြင့် မိမိတို့သိသည့် အကြောင်းရင်းများကြောင့် ယင်းအတွက် တာဝန်ယူ ဆောင်ရွက်ခြင်း မရှိခဲ့ပါ။
အထက်ဖော်ပြပါအတိုင်း NSCN-K ဆန့်ကျင်သည့် လှုပ်ရှားမှုများကို ဆက်လက် ပြုလုပ်နေခြင်းနှင့် ခမ္မတိုင် ရွာတွင် ကျွန်ုပ်တို့၏ တပ်ဖွဲ့ဝင်များ အသတ်ခံခဲ့ရမှုအား တုံ့ပြန်သည့်အနေဖြင့် နာဂစစ်တပ်၏ အထူးယူနစ်မှ မေဂျာ မန်ဝမ်း လိုက်ဖာအား သေဒဏ် ချမှတ်ကာ အကောင်အထည် ဖော် ဆောင်ရွက်ခဲ့ခြင်း ဖြစ်ပါသည်။ 

~ WA

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