India, June 8 -- The Manipur government on Sunday ordered the suspension of internet and mobile data services, including VSAT and VPN, in five valley districts for five days, effective Saturday at 11:45 pm, an official statement said.

The districts where the suspension will be in place include Imphal West, Imphal East, Thoubal, Bishnupur, and Kakching.

The order came a while after widespread protests broke out in parts of Imphal on Saturday night after unconfirmed reports claimed that five volunteers of Meitei outfit Arambai Tenggol were arrested.

Protesters set fire to tyres and old furniture in the middle of the road in Kwakeithel and Uripok, demanding the release of Tenggol.

"In view of the prevailing law and order situation, espec...