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Crime
NIA arrests second suspect in Manipur IED blast case
✍️ The Indian Express
🗓 30 Sep 2026, 01:47 AM
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The National Investigation Agency has taken into custody a second accused linked to an improvised explosive device attack in Manipur.
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) announced today that it has arrested a second individual suspected of involvement in an improvised explosive device (IED) attack in the northeastern state of Manipur. The arrest follows an earlier detention of a primary suspect in the same case, indicating progress in the ongoing probe.
According to the agency, the newly apprehended person is believed to have played a role in planning or executing the IED blast that earlier caused casualties and property damage in the region. Details of the suspect's identity, background and the exact location of the arrest have not been disclosed.
The NIA, which handles terrorism-related investigations across India, said the operation was carried out in coordination with local law enforcement agencies. Officials emphasized that the continued investigation aims to uncover the full network behind the attack and prevent further incidents.
Authorities have not released a timeline for any additional arrests or legal proceedings. The case remains under active investigation, with the NIA urging the public to cooperate with any forthcoming inquiries.
According to the agency, the newly apprehended person is believed to have played a role in planning or executing the IED blast that earlier caused casualties and property damage in the region. Details of the suspect's identity, background and the exact location of the arrest have not been disclosed.
The NIA, which handles terrorism-related investigations across India, said the operation was carried out in coordination with local law enforcement agencies. Officials emphasized that the continued investigation aims to uncover the full network behind the attack and prevent further incidents.
Authorities have not released a timeline for any additional arrests or legal proceedings. The case remains under active investigation, with the NIA urging the public to cooperate with any forthcoming inquiries.