A recent operation by Indian Army, CRPF, and BSF personnel in Manipur's Kangpokpi Hills has led to tensions as women from the region protested the forces' presence. The operation was conducted to crackdown on violence and attacks in the area, but local villagers have been resisting the forces' efforts, blocking access to bunkers and even entering security posts. This incident highlights the complex relationship between security forces and local communities in the region, raising questions about the balance between maintaining peace and respecting the rights of the villagers. So, take our quiz and test your knowledge on the situation.
An explosion near a PVR multiplex in Delhi's Prashant Vihar has left a young man injured. Police officials received reports of the blast around 11:48 AM and fire tenders quickly arrived at the scene. Authorities, including the Delhi Police Crime Branch, Special Cell, CRPF personnel, and Bomb Disposal Squad teams, have been dispatched to investigate. The cause of the explosion is currently unknown and police are questioning local residents and reviewing CCTV footage for more information.
Amid ongoing tension in Manipur, the National Investigation Agency (NIA) has taken over the investigation into multiple cases of violence, including the burning of houses and killing of civilians by alleged militants. The NIA will also look into the abduction and killing of 6 people from a displaced village and the attack on a CRPF post that resulted in the death of 10 alleged militants. The Ministry of Home Affairs has urged the public to remain calm and cooperate with security forces.
In an intense exchange of fire between police and suspected militants in Manipur, 10 people were killed, including a CRPF jawan, marking the highest number of fatalities in a single day this year. The incident occurred in the Jiribam district, close to the hills of the Hmar community, one of the tribes involved in the ongoing conflict in the state. The violence comes days after the killing of a woman from the Hmar community, with a group representing armed Hmars claiming that those killed in the exchange of fire were "village volunteers" retaliating against her death. The situation remains tense in the district, with indefinite prohibitory orders issued by the district administration.
In a fierce encounter between the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) and Kuki militants in Manipur, 11 suspected rebels were shot dead while two CRPF jawans were injured. The injured jawan has been airlifted to a hospital for treatment. The tense situation in the district has led to the imposition of an indefinite curfew by the district magistrate. There are concerns about missing civilians, with officials suspecting that they may have been abducted by the militants.
Security forces in Manipur's Jiribam district successfully countered an attack launched by suspected Kuki insurgents on a police station and nearby settlement. The encounter resulted in 10 deaths of the insurgents and one injured CRPF jawan. The security forces recovered weapons such as RPGs and AK assault rifles and have continued operations to flush out any remaining militants in the area. This attack has led to tensions in the region, with Kuki civil society groups announcing a shutdown in certain areas to mourn the deaths of the militants.
On the afternoon of November 11, 2024, armed militants launched an attack on a CRPF post and nearby police station in Jiribam District, India. The security forces responded with strong retaliation, resulting in one injured CRPF constable named Sanjeev Kumar. The incident highlights the ongoing threat of militant attacks in the region and the bravery of security forces in defending against them.
In Manipur's Jiribam district, a fierce gun battle between 11 armed Kuki militants and a CRPF jawan resulted in multiple casualties. In response, the Manipur government has declared an indefinite curfew to maintain law and order and prevent potential unrest. Only government agencies, security forces, and essential services personnel are exempt from the restrictions, and anyone seeking permission for urgent processions must obtain written approval from the Superintendent of Police. Test your knowledge by taking our quiz on the situation.
The capital of India, Delhi, was thrown into a state of heightened alert on Sunday following a loud blast near a CRPF school in the Prashant Vihar area. Thankfully, no injuries were reported, but a video and CCTV footage captured the moment the explosion occurred and plumes of smoke were observed. As the police continue to investigate, tensions remain high after multiple bomb threat calls were made to airlines across the country.
Indian authorities are investigating a blast that occurred near a CRPF School in Delhi's Rohini area on Sunday morning. According to preliminary investigations, low-grade explosives were used in the explosion and no splinter or timer was found at the scene. However, authorities are looking into the possibility of terror-related sabotage as a forensic test showed a mixture of chlorate and hydrogen peroxide was used in the crude bomb. Two suspects are currently under scrutiny and nearby CCTV footage has been seized by Delhi police.