Guwahati, May 14 -- By NE NOW NEWS

Imphal: Fresh violence in Manipur has left at least four people dead, with state Home Minister Govindas Konthoujam on Thursday claiming that more than 38 people from the Kuki and Naga communities were being held hostage by different groups across the state.

The minister said the government was coordinating with civil society organisations and political leaders to secure the release of those allegedly detained amid renewed tensions in the hill districts.

"In total, more than 38 people from both communities were detained by different groups. We are actively holding discussions with civil society groups and political leaders to secure their release," Konthoujam told reporters.

The remarks came a day aft...