Situation 'tense' but 'under control' in violence-hit Jiribam: Manipur Police

Tensions in Manipur's Jiribam district escalated as suspected militants set police outposts and over 70 homes on fire. Additional security forces were deployed to maintain control amidst communal tension, evacuations, and ethnic conflict. The violence erupted after the killing of Soibam Saratkumar Singh, highlighting the conflict between Imphal valley-based Meiteis and hill-based Kukis.