The Hills Journal

10/10/2025

In light of recent attempts to form a popular government in Manipur, - General Headquarters (ZSF-GHQ) has expressed its opposition to the formation of a and urged all to refrain from attempts to form the popular government.

Declaring its support to the continuation of the ZSF stated that they will stand against any attempts to form a popular government which they said will effectively hand over power and control over the state machinery to the majority community.

Read more at https://www.thehillsjournal.com/zomi-students-federation-says-no-to-popular-government-in-manipur/

10/10/2025

The Party (NPP) President and Chief Minister of Meghalaya, , visited today as part of his two-day visit to strife-torn Manipur and met with several civil society organisations at Brig. M. Thomas Ground, Kangpokpi.

The NPP chief was accompanied by Kshetrigao AC MLA , Tamenglong AC MLA , former MP , and others.

, ( ), , , KWU Sadar Hills, tribal leaders, and several other civil society organisations attended the interaction programme with the chief.

Read more at https://www.thehillsjournal.com/npp-chief-conrad-k-sangma-calls-for-organic-confidence-building-in-kangpokpi-as-cotu-submits-memorandum/

10/10/2025

also discourages in the Pongringlong (Charoipantongba) and Talamlong (Waphong) areas stating that the cultivation not only harms the environment but also undermines the moral and social fabric of society.

Read more at :https://www.thehillsjournal.com/zuf-urges-kuki-armed-groups-to-refrain-from-establishing-unauthorised-check-post/

07/10/2025

The decision came following an assurance from the Government of India, conveyed through the concerned district administrator

The Committee on Tribal Unity (CoTU), Sadar Hills, has announced the temporary suspension of its proposed 48-hour economic blockade along National Highway-2,

06/10/2025

The statement emphasized that the blockade was not merely a protest but a compelled act of self-protection born out of the government’s apathy towards the security concerns of the tribal community.

The Committee on Tribal Unity (CoTU), Sadar Hills, expressed deep regret over the government’s continued indifference following the expiry of the 48-hour

02/10/2025

OPINION : ...... The crisis in Manipur can no longer be viewed as episodic violence warranting short-term reactions from the state government. The malaise that is the widening chasm in society calls for institutionalising systemic changes in governance to promote coexistence. The asymmetries that exist between the valley and “hill areas” in resource sharing, institutional governance, namesake political power sharing, insecurities over tribal land ownership and customary practises in “hill areas,” etc., can be addressed under President’s Rule, which is expected to dispense impartial and neutral administration. The demand made by Ladakhis is clear, i.e. declaring Ladakh as a tribal area, extending the Sixth Schedule, and granting statehood. People in Manipur are aware of the strong nexus between Delhi and Imphal, and if the power centres are serious about resolving the Manipur crisis, they can come out with their proposition and start the ball rolling. Regardless of grandstanding by different communities, realistic consideration will make them sober and mellow down for considering pragmatic offers made by the central government.

(Views expressed are personal and does not necessarily reflect the views of THJ)

Read more | https://www.thehillsjournal.com/manipurs-ethnic-fault-lines-and-the-question-of-shared-governance/

02/10/2025

The Teddim Chin Youth Association (TCYA) General Headquarters celebrated the traditional ‘Khuado Pawi’ festival with grandeur and cultural fervour on Thursday at Teddim Chin Innpi, Lanva, Churachandpur.

The event was graced by MLA LM Khaute of 58-Churachandpur Assembly Constituency as the Chief Guest, while Thangsuanlian Tombing, Life Member of TCYA-GHQ, and S. Zamkhanpau, General Headquarters President of the Sukte Tribe Union (STU), attended as Guest of Honour and Functional President, respectively.

Former TCYA-GHQ President Dr. H. Pauzachin was honoured as the ‘Kut Pa’ of the celebration. Delivering a key address, Dr. Pauzachin spoke about the rich history and cultural significance of the Khuado Pawi festival, a traditional harvest celebration of the Teddim Chin community.

Read more at https://www.thehillsjournal.com/teddim-chin-youth-association-celebrates-khuado-pawi-in-churachandpur/

02/10/2025

The University Grants Commission has declared 54 State Private Universities from 18 states in India including three universities from Manipur as defaulters.

The three univeristies from Manipur are Manipur Asian International University, Imphal West, Bir Tikendrajit University, Imphal West and Manipur International University, Imphal.

As per report published by NDTV, the University Grants Commission (UGC) has issued a notice to 54 state private universities that have either failed to submit information under Section 13 of the UGC Act, 1956, or have not uploaded their public self-disclosure details on their official websites.

Read more at https://www.thehillsjournal.com/university-grants-commission-declares-54-state-private-universities-including-3-from-manipur-as-defaulters/

02/10/2025

In a landmark decision that has sent shockwaves across the football fraternity of Nagaland and Manipur, the Jury Board of the 25th Anniversary Edition of the NSF Martyrs’ Memorial Trophy 2025 has handed down a three-edition ban on Sadar Hills Football Academy, Manipur.

The ruling came after the Academy officially communicated its inability to participate in its scheduled third match against Michazou Football Club, Kohima, slated for October 3, 2025, at 12:00 noon at the Indira Gandhi Stadium, Kohima.

Read more at https://www.thehillsjournal.com/sadar-hills-fa-banned-for-3-editions-from-nsf-martyrs-trophy-after-no-show-linked-to-separation-day-shutdown/

02/10/2025

Marking the 156th birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi, observed nationwide as National Cleanliness Day, the Kangpokpi Police today set an inspiring example of civic responsibility by conducting a mass cleanliness drive at the heart of the town.

The initiative, spearheaded by Officer-in-Charge Inspector H. Kipgen, saw the active participation of officers and men of the Kangpokpi Police Station. The drive commenced early in the morning at 7:00 am and continued till 8:30 am, covering the stretch from the Police Station premises up to the busy I.T. Road Bazar Junction area, one of the town’s most frequented public zones.

Read more https://www.thehillsjournal.com/kangpokpi-police-leads-gandhi-jayanti-cleanliness-drive-reaffirms-commitment-to-public-hygiene-and-civic-duty/

30/09/2025

The chiefs categorically announced, no acceptance of land compensation; no participation in negotiations; no recognition of fencing activities until political solutions are secured.

In a decisive move, sixteen Kuki-Zo village chiefs along the Indo-Myanmar border have jointly declared “total non-cooperation” with the Government of India’s

29/09/2025

According to the Council, the court found no prima facie evidence against Mate, exposing what it described as a “deliberate attempt to falsely implicate” a member of their community. KZC alleged that this was not an isolated case but part of a calculated agenda to criminalize the Kuki-Zo struggle for justice.

The Kuki-Zo Council (KZC) has issued a scathing statement after the National Investigation Agency (NIA) granted bail to Thangminlen Mate, declaring it as