Imphal, Aug. 10 -- Manipur security forces have arrested seven militants from various banned insurgent groups during search operations conducted over the past 36 hours.

The operations, which took place at multiple insurgent hideouts across the state, also led to the seizure of weapons, ammunition, communication devices, a vehicle, and incriminating documents, police officials reported on Sunday.

The arrested militants are involved in activities, including kidnapping, extortion, and collecting money through threats from educational institutions, businesses, government employees, transporters, and oil pumps in the valley regions, the police report revealed.

Authorities seized Rs. 6,400 in cash, seven mobile phones, a hand grenade, severa...