Manipur Intensifies Crackdown on Militants and Extortionists: 18 Arrested in Statewide Operations
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Manipur Intensifies Crackdown on Militants and Extortionists: 18 Arrested in Statewide Operations

News Summary In a significant move to restore peace and order, Manipur’s security forces have arrested 18 individuals linked to various militant outfits and extortion rackets. These arrests, made during intensified operations across the state, led to the seizure of weapons, ammunition, and stolen goods. The crackdown underscores the government’s commitment to combating insurgency and…

Manipur Police Arrest RPF/PLA Cadre Involved in Extortion Activities: A Deep Dive into the Incident and Its Implications
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Manipur Police Arrest RPF/PLA Cadre Involved in Extortion Activities: A Deep Dive into the Incident and Its Implications

SummaryIn a significant crackdown on corruption within law enforcement ranks, Manipur police have arrested a cadre from the RPF/PLA allegedly involved in extortion activities. This move highlights ongoing efforts to maintain accountability and restore public trust in security forces. The operation not only sends a strong message to potential wrongdoers but also sparks broader discussions…

Manipur Police Detain Suspected Extortionist with Militant Links in Bishnupur Operation

Manipur Police Detain Suspected Extortionist with Militant Links in Bishnupur Operation

In a recent operation, Manipur’s Bishnupur District Police apprehended Pukhrambam Prem Singh, alias Hopson, a 47-year-old resident of Ningthoukhong Ward No. 13. Singh confessed to joining the proscribed group RPF/PLA in 1998 and undergoing military training in Myanmar. He admitted to extorting money from the public and government officials in Nambol, Bishnupur, and Ningthoukhong areas,…

Security Forces Recover Starlink-Like Device Linked to Militant Group in Imphal East

Security Forces Recover Starlink-Like Device Linked to Militant Group in Imphal East

In a significant operation on December 13, 2024, security forces in Manipur’s Imphal East district seized a satellite internet device resembling those produced by Starlink, along with a cache of arms and ammunition. The device bore the Starlink logo and had inscriptions linked to the Revolutionary People’s Front/People’s Liberation Army (RPF/PLA), a proscribed militant group…

A Comprehensive Look: Tackling Insurgency in Manipur

A Comprehensive Look: Tackling Insurgency in Manipur

SummaryManipur Police have successfully arrested an active cadre of the proscribed Revolutionary People’s Front (RPF), the political wing of the People’s Liberation Army (PLA), in Imphal. The arrest was tied to extortion activities targeting local businesses. Authorities seized incriminating materials, including extortion letters and a significant amount of cash, reinforcing their ongoing commitment to curb…