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71 years old Kuki man killed in arson in Manipur's Kangpokpi district

According to officials, the unknown miscreants set ablaze the paddy field during the intervening night of Saturday and Sunday.

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71 years old Kuki man killed in arson in Manipur's Kangpokpi district According to officials, the unknown miscreants set ablaze the paddy field during the intervening night of Saturday and Sunday. Updated on: Oct 4, 2026, 12:14:34 IST By Thomas Ngangom Prefer HTon Google Share via Copy link

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