Seizure of Smuggled Areca Nuts in Manipur: A Major Blow to the Illegal Trade
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Seizure of Smuggled Areca Nuts in Manipur: A Major Blow to the Illegal Trade

Summary: In a significant operation, the Assam Rifles in Manipur seized smuggled areca nuts worth Rs 74.52 crore. The operation involved intercepting 53 trucks carrying a total of 10,855 bags of areca nuts in the Tengnoupal district, near the Myanmar border. This was the largest seizure of the year, with several smaller operations yielding over…

Manipur: Police Defuse Two Grenades Found in Ukhrul

Manipur: Police Defuse Two Grenades Found in Ukhrul

Summary In Manipur’s Ukhrul district, police defused two grenades found at different locations within a day. The first grenade was discovered near the Zonal Education Office, leading to a police and Assam Rifles cordon-off operation, after which experts defused it safely. A second grenade, lacking a detonator, was found during a local cleanup initiative in…

Manipur Security Forces Uncover Large Weapons Cache Near Myanmar Border

Manipur Security Forces Uncover Large Weapons Cache Near Myanmar Border

SummaryIn a recent joint operation along the Manipur-Myanmar border, security forces discovered a significant weapons cache in the Samukom area, inhabited mainly by the Kuki-Zo community. This high-stakes mission, led by the Assam Rifles, ITBP, and Manipur Police, targeted an illegal militant camp. They recovered multiple firearms, explosives, and communication devices, which have now been…

Assam Rifles Intercept Massive Areca Nut Smuggling Operation in Manipur

Assam Rifles Intercept Massive Areca Nut Smuggling Operation in Manipur

Summary:Assam Rifles recently seized illegal areca nuts worth ₹2.4 crore in Manipur’s Churachandpur district. Acting on intelligence, they intercepted three trucks and a Tata DI carrying 350 sacks of areca nuts. The smugglers attempted to cross Khuga village, hiding the contraband beneath covers. Following the seizure, the Assam Rifles, in collaboration with the Manipur Police,…

Manipur: Food Poisoning Incident Leaves 12 Hospitalized After Consuming Fermented Fish and Wild Mushrooms

Manipur: Food Poisoning Incident Leaves 12 Hospitalized After Consuming Fermented Fish and Wild Mushrooms

Summary: In Manipur, 12 people, including elderly residents, were hospitalized due to food poisoning after consuming dishes made with fermented fish and wild mushrooms. The affected individuals, from Songgol village in Churachandpur and Nungshang village in Ukhrul, experienced severe symptoms like stomach pain and nausea. Medical care was promptly provided, stabilizing their conditions. Full Article:…

Assam Rifles Foils Cross-Border Smuggling Attempt in Manipur’s Moreh
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Assam Rifles Foils Cross-Border Smuggling Attempt in Manipur’s Moreh

Summary: In Moreh, Manipur, the Assam Rifles intercepted a smuggling operation involving 70 sacks of areca nuts, valued at approximately ₹30.24 lakh, along the India-Myanmar border. Following suspicions during a routine check, troops approached a halted vehicle, causing its occupants to flee. The seized items were then handed over to customs authorities. Full Article Introduction:…

Manipur’s Massive Weapons Seizure: Security Forces Recover Cache Across Six Districts

Manipur’s Massive Weapons Seizure: Security Forces Recover Cache Across Six Districts

Summary In a sweeping series of operations across six districts, security forces in Manipur uncovered a large weapons cache, including rifles, grenades, and improvised explosive devices (IEDs). The coordinated actions by the Indian Army, Assam Rifles, and Manipur Police targeted areas in Imphal, Churachandpur, and Kangpokpi, among others, highlighting ongoing security measures in the state….

PREPAK (Pro) Cadre Arrested in Manipur with Recovered Weapon

PREPAK (Pro) Cadre Arrested in Manipur with Recovered Weapon

Summary A PREPAK (Pro) cadre, identified as SS Sergeant Major Robert Lalhadan from Churachandpur, Manipur, was recently apprehended with an INSAS Excalibur Rifle. The arrest followed a confrontation between the Myanmar Army and various insurgent groups near the Indo-Myanmar border. Lalhadan reportedly joined PREPAK (Pro) in 2018 and has since received weapon training in Myanmar,…

National Integration Tour for Manipur Youths Culminates with Grand Ceremony
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National Integration Tour for Manipur Youths Culminates with Grand Ceremony

Summary The National Integration Tour, organized to promote unity and expose Manipur’s youth to diverse cultures across India, concluded with a grand ceremony. Sponsored by Assam Rifles, this tour allowed young participants from Manipur to visit various cities and landmarks across the country, fostering a spirit of national unity and inclusiveness. The initiative aimed to…

Huge Cache of Arms and Ammunition Recovered in Manipur: A Joint Operation Success
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Huge Cache of Arms and Ammunition Recovered in Manipur: A Joint Operation Success

Summary Security forces in Manipur, including the Indian Army, Assam Rifles, and local police, recently executed successful joint search operations across the hill and valley districts. These operations led to the recovery of a significant cache of arms, including rifles, pistols, and ammunition, showcasing their ongoing efforts to ensure peace in the region. The operations…