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Manipur Police carried out coordinated operations across multiple districts on 24 September 2025, arresting three suspects — an alleged arms smuggler and two active militants — and seizing a loaded 9mm pistol with ammunition as well as a substantial cache of improvised explosive device (IED) components, including around 470 grams of TNT and an electric…
Manipur Police arrested four people linked to a previously little-known group called the Keishal Village Volunteer Organisation during coordinated operations in the Imphal valley on August 31 / September 1, 2025. Officers recovered a huge cache: 17 firearms (including AK-type and INSAS/SLR rifles), over 1,000 rounds of ammunition, three hand grenades, 55 magazines, communication gear,…
Manipur police, working with central forces, carried out intelligence-led cordon-and-search operations and arrested three alleged cadres of the proscribed Kangleipak Community Party (KCP) on charges including public firing, extortion, arms transportation and abduction for ransom; police seized mobile phones and documents and have registered FIRs for further legal action. The arrest According to the police…
Summary The Pambei-led faction of Manipur’s United National Liberation Front (UNLF‑P) has criticized the Manipur and Central governments for “spotlighting” and defaming the group following the arrest of its Central Committee member Sinam Pankhei (aka Somendro) by Manipur police. Authorities allege that the group was involved in arms smuggling, recovering multiple high-caliber pistols and ammunition…
News Summary On May 13, 2025, Manipur Police, in collaboration with central security forces, arrested three individuals in the Pukhao Ahallup Makha Leikai area of Imphal East district for their involvement in illegal arms trading. The operation, initiated based on specific intelligence inputs, led to the apprehension of Naorem Naocha Meitei (38), an active member…
Summary of the News Article On May 3, 2025, Manipur Police arrested 50-year-old Konsam Romeo Singh, suspected to be an armed smuggler, near the Bazar India Shopping Mall in Chingmeirong, Imphal West district. Acting on intelligence inputs, a Commando unit from the City police station apprehended Singh, a resident of Sawombung Maniyaiskul in Imphal East…
📰 Quick Summary: Major Arrests and Arms Seizure in Manipur In a significant operation on April 13, 2025, central security forces and civil police apprehended two insurgents from the United National Liberation Front-Koireng (UNLF-K) and Kanglei Yaol Kanna Lup (KYKL) in Manipur’s Imphal East and Bishnupur districts. The operation led to the seizure of a…
News Summary In a significant crackdown on organized crime, the Manipur Police have arrested a member of the United National Liberation Front (UNLF) for his involvement in arms smuggling and extortion activities. The operation, which followed intensive surveillance and community tips, targeted illegal arms trafficking networks along with extortion schemes that have long plagued the…
Summary of the News In a commendable operation, security forces in Manipur seized a significant stockpile of weapons and explosives in Imphal East and Kangpokpi districts. This recovery highlights the ongoing challenges posed by insurgent activities in the region. The operation led to the confiscation of rifles, machine guns, grenades, improvised explosive devices (IEDs), and…
Summary of the News In a coordinated operation, security forces in Manipur uncovered a significant cache of illegal arms and explosives in Kangpokpi District. This operation is part of ongoing efforts to combat unrest and illegal activities in the state. The arsenal, concealed in remote areas, included a range of weapons, ammunition, and explosives, which…