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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…
Summary A man was arrested in Imphal, Manipur, with 4 kilograms of pangolin scales, sparking serious concerns over illegal wildlife trafficking in the region. This incident highlights the growing threats to pangolin populations, already endangered due to their high demand in traditional medicine markets. Local authorities, acting under India’s Wildlife Protection Act of 1972, emphasize…
Summary In Senapati, Manipur, a 56-year-old man was recently arrested, suspected of involvement in illicit arms trading. This incident adds to the complexities surrounding illegal arms trafficking in the Northeast, with regional security forces continuously working to curb such activities. With items confiscated during the arrest, the case reflects ongoing efforts to address arms smuggling,…