Mon Nov 11 13:24:16 UTC 2024: ## Manipur: 10 Insurgents Killed in Clashes, Tension Rises in Imphal East
**Imphal, India:** In a major crackdown on violence in Manipur, security forces killed 10 insurgents in a gunfight in the state’s Imphal East district on Monday. One CRPF personnel was injured in the attack. The insurgents, armed with rifles and bombs, had launched an attack on a CRPF post before being engaged by the security forces.
This comes amidst a rise in violence across the state, with insurgents continuously targeting security forces and civilians. Just days ago, insurgents fired upon farmers working in fields in Imphal East, injuring one. The incident has led to a tense atmosphere, with farmers fearing to go out to their fields, disrupting the harvest season.
The ongoing ethnic conflict between the Kuki and Meitei communities has been raging for months, leaving over 200 dead and displacing thousands. The situation in Manipur remains volatile, with authorities working to contain the violence and bring normalcy to the region.
Meanwhile, security forces are on high alert and conducting search operations to apprehend other insurgents.
**Other developments:**
* **Jammu and Kashmir:** A large number of youth from border areas flocked to participate in the Indian Army recruitment drive.
* **Congress demands relief for Manipur:** The Manipur Congress has urged the Finance Commission to prioritize relief for displaced people in the state, as over 60,000 individuals are in need of assistance.
**Further updates will be provided as they become available.**
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