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Manipur witnessed renewed violence on Thursday as a mob attack on a government compound in Churachandpur resulted in the deaths of two individuals. Triggered by the suspension of a tribal police officer, the mob stormed the complex, igniting clashes and arson. Security forces responded with gunfire, leaving several injured in addition to the fatalities. This incident exacerbates existing ethnic tensions in the state, which have simmered since May 2023. The suspension of the officer, belonging to the Kuki community, sparked outrage, with allegations of biased treatment compared to similar incidents involving Meitei officers. The Indigenous Tribal Leaders Forum (ITLF) demanded action and threatened a shutdown, further fueling unrest.
Jet Airways founder Naresh Goyal, 74, arrested in a money laundering case, applied for interim bail citing a "slow growing cancer" diagnosed by private doctors. He claims deteriorating health and desires proper medical treatment, including PET scans and aggressive therapy. The court ordered a medical board review, while prosecutors request time to respond. Goyal's previous pleas alleging inadequate healthcare and fear for life were considered, as was his earlier permission to see private doctors and his ailing wife. His diagnosis includes neuroendocrine tumors (small intestine), a hiatus hernia, and possible pre-cancerous esophageal condition. Doctors recommend further tests and potentially immediate treatment.💬🚨
