A midnight blast rocked Singjamei Bazaar in Imphal on May 14, killing one person and triggering panic among residents and shop owners. The explosion struck within the Singjamei Police Station jurisdiction, drawing security forces who cordoned off the area as investigations began. Early leads indicate the deceased may have been transporting the device, arriving moments before detonation on a motorbike. Forensic teams are examining the scene to identify the victim and determine the device type and whether it was an accident or a planned attack.
An explosion near Imphal Airport on Sunday caused alarm but no injuries or casualties were reported. The blast comes on the third anniversary of a major ethnic conflict, adding sensitivity to the incident. The Kangleipak Communist Party claimed responsibility, saying it was meant as a protest against recurring bandhs and blockades impacting the region.
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Thousands of protesters in Imphal marched demanding permanent peace and justice amid an ongoing ethnic conflict in Manipur. Police blocked their attempt to reach the Chief Minister’s residence, triggering clashes. Later, a group met CM Y Khemchand Singh and submitted a memorandum. The COCOMI group also demanded action over recent child deaths and warned of intensified protests if ignored.
Tension erupted in Imphal as security forces fired tear gas to disperse protesters marching toward the Chief Minister’s residence. The situation escalated during the protest rally on Saturday, prompting authorities to suspend internet services across five districts in Manipur. The crackdown has sharply limited communication while unrest continues to unfold near the state’s political hub.
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