The Economic Times

IED blast in Nagaland's Chumoukedima kills Assam Rifles havildar, injures four; search intensifies

Security forces intensified search operations in Nagaland after an IED blast killed one soldier. Four other personnel sustained injuries and are receiving hospital treatment. A civilian also suffered a leg injury from flying debris during the explosion. Officials and militant groups condemned the attack and vowed justice for perpetrators. Meanwhile, Manipur police launched an operation to apprehend those responsible for a July ambush.