Authorities reported that the seventh accused in connection with the stripping and alleged sexual assault of two women was apprehended in Thoubal district.
His remarks came after both the Houses of Parliament were adjourned for the day amid uproar by the opposition MPs demanding a detailed discussion on Manipur violence inside the House.
Sibal's comments followed Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar's statement, where he expressed concern about disruption and disturbance being weaponized as strategic tools to tarnish the sanctity of democracy.
The Opposition stood firm on its insistence that PM Modi address the issue in Parliament, but the Centre remained steadfast, asserting that Union Home Minister Amit Shah would respond to the debate on the Manipur situation.
Congress MPs move adjournment motion to discuss Manipur situation. The situation in Manipur dominated the proceedings of the second day of the Monsoon Session of Parliament, with the Opposition demanding the Centre to discuss the issue.
Mizoram Home department reportedly tried to assure Meiteis living in the state that they are "not under threat" and adequate security arrangements will be made
Ethnic clashes erupted in Manipur on May 3 and since then hundreds of people have lost their lives whereas thousands have been forced to take refuge in the relief camps.