Imphal:
Four powerful bombs exploded today morning in Manipur's capital, Imphal during the Republic Day celebrations. No casualities have been reported yet.
The first explosion was reported at around 8 am near the Deputy Commissioner's office in East Imphal. The area is close to the chief minister's residence. The second blast took place just 80 metres away from the first, near a public playground at 9 am.
The third blast took place at Sangakpham around 10 am and the fourth near Singjamei.
Paramilitary and police forces have been deployed in large numbers around the area.
Police sources said bomb experts of the police were checking various areas in the city for explosives that may have been planted by the militants.