Meitei Man Shot Dead in Churachandpur, Tensions Rise in Manipur

A Meitei man was shot dead in Kuki-dominated Churachandpur district of Manipur, triggering fresh tension in the violence-hit state.
Police said the victim was abducted from the Tuibong area and later taken to a village where he was shot. His wife, who was also taken along, was released later. The killing has been linked to suspected armed militants.
A video related to the incident circulated on social media, adding to public outrage. Security agencies have launched an investigation and stepped up vigilance in the area.
The incident comes amid continuing ethnic tensions between the Meitei and Kuki communities, which have seen sporadic violence despite heavy security deployment.