The imposition of President’s rule in Manipur has further deepened the ethnic divide, with Meitei groups opposing it while tribal Kuki-Zo groups see it as a hopeful step. The crisis intensified following CM Biren Singh’s resignation amid accusations of biased handling of the ongoing ethnic conflict.

CEC Rajiv Kumar is scheduled to retire on February 18.

Abhinav Singh, popularly known as ‘Juggernaut’ allegedly died by suicide in Bengaluru. His family has alleged mental harassment by his wife a reason for the extreme step.