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The Manipur government has issued a directive asking forest officials to remain on high alert and step up vigilance against illegal poppy cultivation ahead of the sowing season (September–April). The order — signed by Principal Chief Conservator of Forests Anurag Bajpai on September 8 — instructs Divisional Forest Officers (DFOs) to carry out regular patrolling,…
A drone bombing followed by a fierce firefight along the Manipur–Myanmar border on August 30, 2025 left one active cadre of the banned People’s Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (Prepak) dead and five others wounded. The clash — reported to have involved several Manipur-based underground outfits and support from the Myanmar-based Kuki National Army (Burma) —…
Manipur: During a joint operation on August 30, 2025, central and state police forces arrested three alleged drug smugglers and seized approximately 3 kilograms of brown sugar—a crude form of heroin—across three locations in Manipur’s northern districts. The contraband, estimated to be worth around ₹15 crore in the international black market, was concealed in soap…
In a joint operation near Wabagai Lamkhai Thongkha under Kakching Police Station (Kakching district), Manipur’s Narcotics & Affairs of Border (NAB) and local police intercepted a light‑green Bolero, seized 91 “soap cases” packed with suspected heroin (about 1.12 kg, excluding packaging), and arrested three suspects, including a woman. Officers say the consignment was smuggled from…
Summary of the News Article Manipur Police’s Anti‑Drug Smuggling Unit, alongside central paramilitary forces, intercepted a vehicle traveling from Imphal East to Senapati district on July 16, 2025. Acting on intelligence, they seized nearly 30,000 WY tablets (29,974 in total), valued at approximately ₹24 lakh. A 26‑year‑old suspect, Makakmayum Firdos Sharif, was arrested. In a parallel effort…
Summary of the News In a significant crackdown on drug trafficking, Manipur police, in collaboration with the Assam Rifles, intercepted a Guwahati-bound consignment of brown sugar valued at approximately Rs 17 crore in Kangpokpi district. The operation led to the arrest of two individuals, M Ngaiyu Vekhe and A. Dahnii Abraham, both hailing from Thingba…
News Summary In a significant development, Manipur Police intercepted a Bolero pickup truck during a routine check at Biisho bridge under Maram Police Station in Senapati District. Upon inspection, officers discovered 220 soap cases containing approximately 2.4 kilograms of suspected brown sugar concealed within the vehicle’s body panels. Two individuals, Mayarngam Khokyar (45) from Kalhang…
News Summary In a significant crackdown on illegal timber trade, Manipur police and Assam Rifles seized timber worth ₹3.10 crore in Tengnoupal district on May 23, 2025. The joint operation led to the confiscation of 61 vehicles transporting approximately 610 tonnes of timber without valid documentation. Authorities are investigating potential links to cross-border smuggling from…
📰 News Summary On May 13, 2025, Manipur Police arrested a 33-year-old man, Mungsanglian alias David, in Churachandpur district for allegedly smuggling brown sugar into the state from Myanmar. Acting on cross-border intelligence, the anti-drug team conducted a raid in Lanva Village, leading to the seizure of 112 soap cases containing approximately 1.267 kilograms of…
🗞️ Quick News Summary In a significant development, security forces comprising Assam Rifles, Border Security Force (BSF), and Manipur Police recovered a substantial cache of arms and ammunition during operations in the border districts of Churachandpur and Tengnoupal. The operations, conducted in vulnerable areas near the Myanmar border, led to the seizure of mortars, rifles,…