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Security forces in Churachandpur district, Manipur, arrested four people — including a woman — and recovered large quantities of contraband: “World Is Yours” (WY) methamphetamine tablets and packets of brown sugar (a heroin derivative). The seizures happened in three separate actions in August, with one arrest yielding 1,200 WY tablets, another uncovering 236 grams of…
SUMMARY On July 26, 2025, Manipur Police, acting under Heingang Police Station in Imphal East district, intercepted a vehicle in the Mantripukhri area and arrested two men—Thangjam Arbin Singh (28) and Keisham Santa Meetei (40)—for transporting 16,073 bottles of Indian Made Foreign Liquor (IMFL) without valid permits. The seized consignment, various brands included, was valued…
Summary On July 24, 2025, Assam Rifles troops, acting on precise intelligence, intercepted a massive consignment of illicit liquor—1,430 cases amounting to over 32,000 bottles and cans—on National Highway-37 near Awangkhul in Manipur’s Tamenglong district. The haul’s estimated black-market value stands at nearly ₹1 crore. The seized contraband and the suspects involved were promptly handed…
SummaryAssam’s police forces recently dismantled a well-organized interstate vehicle-theft gang tied to Manipur, arresting 11 suspects and recovering 13 motorcycles (12 Royal Enfields) and three SUVs (two Mahindra Thars and one Mahindra Scorpio). The thieves flew into Guwahati, stole bikes in as little as 45 seconds, and smuggled them via buses into Manipur or beyond…
News Summary In a significant operation on May 21, 2025, a joint team of Assam Rifles and Manipur Police apprehended two individuals in Savomphai, Jiribam district, Manipur. The duo was caught with 98 bags of foreign cigarettes, each containing 1,000 packets, totaling approximately ₹2 crore in value. Investigations suggest the contraband was transported by boat…
📰 News Summary In a significant crackdown on illegal timber smuggling, the Assam Rifles intercepted 23 trucks transporting timber valued at ₹14.2 lakh in Manipur. The operation underscores the ongoing efforts to curb deforestation and illegal trade in the region. 🌲 Unmasking the Timber Trail: A Deep Dive into Manipur’s Illegal Timber Trade Introduction: The…
In a series of coordinated operations across Manipur, law enforcement agencies have arrested several individuals linked to proscribed outfits and seized substantial quantities of illegal liquor, marking a significant step in curbing unlawful activities in the state. Summary of Recent Operations Manipur police and security forces recently conducted multiple operations resulting in the arrest of…
Summary of the News Article In a recent operation along the Indo-Myanmar border, security forces in Manipur’s Tengnoupal district apprehended 28-year-old Jamminthang Haokip for attempting to smuggle Indian Made Foreign Liquor (IMFL) into Myanmar. Authorities seized three boxes containing 72 half-litre bottles of IMFL from Haokip, a resident of Canan Veng, Moreh Ward No. VII….
In a significant crackdown on narcotics smuggling, Manipur police apprehended six individuals, including two women, and confiscated brown sugar valued at approximately ₹1 crore. The operation also led to the seizure of six mobile phones and a four-wheeler used in the illicit trade. Unraveling Manipur’s Battle Against Narcotics: A Deep Dive into the Recent…
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…