Suspected militant killed in Manipur encounter amid intensified security operations
One person has been killed in an alleged encounter in Churachandpur district in India's Manipur state as security forces step up operations in areas affected by recent community violence. Police said the incident took place on 16 June between Molphei and Songkong villages, where a joint column of the Assam Rifles and the Army was operating against suspected militants. The case has triggered competing claims, with Kuki-Zo groups and a local BJP legislator alleging the dead man was a civilian and calling for an inquiry.According to the Manipur police statement, one suspected militant was killed during the encounter and an... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 17 Jun 2026 18:03 LONDON
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