Security forces in Manipur's Churachandpur district seized six rockets, a launcher, and other munitions during search operations. Additionally, two members of the banned KCP (PWG) were apprehended in Imphal East District for extorting money, and authorities confiscated a pistol and live ammunition from them.
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