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Fresh protests erupt in Manipur over found body
Chesam Abdul Kadir, a 29-year-old differently-abled man, was found buried near a riverbank in Manipur's Imphal West after being missing since June 10.
His death has shaken the community and set off widespread protests, with locals blocking roads and clashing with police.
Nine people have been arrested so far, including members of the Meitei group Arambai Tenggol.
Exhumation carried out in front of officials and family
Police say those arrested admitted to killing Kadir during an interrogation over alleged theft before burying his body.
The exhumation was carried out in front of officials and family members.
Civil society groups are demanding justice and want the case handed to the National Investigation Agency as tensions remain high while investigations continue.