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Time of India
08-08-2025
- Time of India
Rs 65L ganja seized in Cachar, 3 held
Silchar: In two separate operations, Cachar Police seized ganja valued at around Rs 65 lakh and arrested three suspected drug peddlers, officials said on Friday. Cachar SP Numal Mahatta said acting on a tip-off about ganja transportation, police launched an operation in Sildubi on Thursday evening. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now They apprehended Rashid Ahmed (20), a resident of Menipur in Silchar, and recovered 8.342 kg of ganja worth Rs 5 lakh from his possession. The seizure was made in the presence of independent witnesses. In another operation, police intercepted a vehicle on the Silchar–Aizawl road in Dholai and found 50 plastic bags of ganja concealed in specially designed chambers. The contraband, estimated to be worth Rs 60 lakh, was seized in the presence of independent witnesses. Two occupants of the vehicle — Lal Lawmzuala (30) from Aizawl, and Lalnunpuii (31) from Saihapui in Mizoram's Kolasib district — were taken into custody. Preliminary investigation revealed that the ganja had been smuggled from Aizawl, Mahatta said. CM Himanta Biswa Sarma lauded the operations in a social media post on Friday, congratulating the Cachar Police for their efforts in curbing the drug menace.
Time of India
13-06-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Cachar readies for Int'l Yoga Day
Silchar: As part of a larger nationwide effort to promote preventive healthcare through yoga, Cachar administration has initiated preparations for International Yoga Day 2025 to be observed on June 21, reports BB Goswami. A meeting convened at the DC's office outlined an inclusive and wide-reaching campaign to mark the occasion. An official on Friday said, Cachar DC Mridul Yadav stressed the importance of community-driven participation in spreading awareness about yoga's role in ensuring holistic well-being. Addl DC (health) Dr Khaleda Sultana Ahmed highlighted the need for synergy between departments to maximise outreach. Officials resolved to prioritise awareness, accessibility, and inclusivity in the run-up to Yoga Day. The proposed activities will include public demonstrations, school-level sessions, rural outreach, and media engagement to ensure every segment of society connects with the core values of yoga. With leadership rooted in collaboration and a vision for wellness-oriented governance, Cachar is set to make International Yoga Day 2025 a community celebration of health, heritage, and harmony, the official said. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Memperdagangkan CFD Emas dengan salah satu spread terendah? IC Markets Mendaftar Undo Silchar: As part of a larger nationwide effort to promote preventive healthcare through yoga, Cachar administration has initiated preparations for International Yoga Day 2025 to be observed on June 21, reports BB Goswami. A meeting convened at the DC's office outlined an inclusive and wide-reaching campaign to mark the occasion. An official on Friday said, Cachar DC Mridul Yadav stressed the importance of community-driven participation in spreading awareness about yoga's role in ensuring holistic well-being. Addl DC (health) Dr Khaleda Sultana Ahmed highlighted the need for synergy between departments to maximise outreach. Officials resolved to prioritise awareness, accessibility, and inclusivity in the run-up to Yoga Day. The proposed activities will include public demonstrations, school-level sessions, rural outreach, and media engagement to ensure every segment of society connects with the core values of yoga. With leadership rooted in collaboration and a vision for wellness-oriented governance, Cachar is set to make International Yoga Day 2025 a community celebration of health, heritage, and harmony, the official said. Follow more information on Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad here . Get real-time live updates on rescue operations and check full list of passengers onboard AI 171 .
Time of India
30-04-2025
- Time of India
20 crore heroin, 60,000 Yaba tablets seized in Silchar, 1 arrested
Silchar: In a major crackdown on narcotics, police in Silchar's Meherpur seized drugs worth approximately Rs 20 crore and arrested a suspect on Wednesday, reports BB Goswami. Cachar SP Numal Mahatta informed the media that security forces, acting on a credible tip-off, conducted a targeted operation in Meherpur and intercepted an SUV. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Upon inspection, officers discovered 386 grams of heroin and 60,000 Yaba tablets. The suspect, identified as Raja Miah Borbhuyan (64), a resident of Moinul Haque Choudhury Lane in Meherpur, was apprehended at the scene. CM Himanta Biswa Sarma praised the Assam Police, particularly the Cachar unit, for their successful operation via his X handle.
