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Army Seizes Arms and Ammunition in Special Operation in Manipur, Bunkers Destroyed

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11 months ago

March 8, 2025

In a coordinated effort, the Indian Army and Assam Rifles, operating under the Spear Corps, conducted intelligence-driven operations across various hill and valley districts of Manipur, successfully recovering 114 weapons, including Improvised Devices (IEDs), grenades, ammunition, and other war-related materials. The operations commenced on March 7 and spanned several districts: Bishnupur, Senapati, Thoubal, Jiribam, Chandel, Churachandpur, Kangpokpi, Imphal East, and Imphal West, in collaboration with the Manipur Police, CRPF, BSF, and ITBP.

Additionally, security forces dismantled bunkers in the Kangpokpi district. Reports indicate that intelligence-led operations in the Grove area, southwest of Nepali Basti in Bishnupur district, led to the recovery of seven weapons, comprising two carbines, two pistols, two rifles, and one improvised mortar, along with ammunition and war-like supplies.

In Chandel district, another intelligence-driven search operation resulted in the seizure of 55 weapons, which included nine 12-bore single-barreled rifles, twelve muzzle-loaded rifles, one 12 mm single-bore shotgun, one single-barrel rifle, 32 improvised mortars of various calibers, four IEDs, grenades, and additional ammunition and war-like stores.

In Senapati district, following intelligence reports on the presence of arms, the Assam Rifles, in conjunction with the Manipur Police, executed a joint operation in the Taphou Kuki area, recovering four weapons consisting of two bolt-action single-barrel guns, one double-barrel gun, and one 12-bore single-barrel rifle.

A total of 15 weapons were also confiscated during a joint intelligence-led operation conducted by the Assam Rifles and the Manipur Police in the Gothol area, northwest of Kangvai, within Churachandpur district. In Jiribam district, a cooperative effort by the Assam Rifles and Spear Corps in Ankhasu village resulted in the recovery of nine improvised mortars.

In Imphal East district, the Indian Army and Manipur Police launched an intelligence-based operation in the Pourabi, Sawombung, and Kalika regions, recovering six additional weapons.

Furthermore, a Cordon and Search Operation in Khengang village, located 12 kilometers north of Leimakhong in Kangpokpi district, yielded the recovery of four weapons and the destruction of 12 bunkers. In an intelligence-based operation near Langmeithek Yerum Ching and Langathel in Thoubal district, Assam Rifles and Manipur Police recovered eight weapons, along with ammunition and war-like stores.

A similar operation in Moidangpok Khullen, situated 4 km southeast of New Keithelmanbi in Imphal West, resulted in the recovery of six more weapons.

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Three Burned Alive as Car Falls from Bridge in Gujarat’s Rajkot

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1 week ago

January 31, 2026

Namma Kudla

Gujarat: A tragic accident claimed the lives of three people in Gujarat’s Rajkot district on Monday.A car fell from a bridge and caught fire, killing all occupants on the spot.

The incident occurred on the Gondal–Atkot highway.The car was travelling from Chhota Udepur towards Gondal.

According to reports, the vehicle hit the bridge’s safety barrier.After the collision, the car fell nearly eight feet into a small stream below the bridge.

Soon after the fall, the car caught fire.The occupants were trapped inside the vehicle and were unable to escape.All three were burned alive and died at the scene.

Police and fire personnel rushed to the spot after receiving information.The fire was later brought under control.The bodies were recovered and sent for post-mortem examination.

The exact cause of the accident is under investigation. Further details are awaited.

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Girl Records Reels Inside Jail, Video Sparks Debate

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1 week ago

January 30, 2026

Namma Kudla

Bhopal: A young woman has come under public attention after recording reels inside a jail while meeting her boyfriend.

The incident happened at Raipur Central Jail in Chhattisgarh, which is known for high security. Mobile phones are strictly not allowed inside the jail. Despite this rule, the woman carried her phone into the visitor room.

She recorded videos while talking to her boyfriend during the meeting. In the video, she speaks emotionally about visiting him on his birthday. She says she feels sad because she cannot stay with him on his special day.

After the meeting, she uploaded the video on her social media account. The video quickly went viral on different platforms. The inmate seen in the video is identified as Tarakeshwar.

He is currently lodged in Raipur Central Jail. He is an accused in a case under the NDPS Act. The incident has raised serious questions about jail security.

People on social media are criticising jail staff and officials. Many users are asking how a mobile phone was allowed inside the jail.

They are also questioning the checking process at the jail entrance. So far, jail authorities have not given any official reaction.

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MBBS Student Alleges She Was Drugged, Raped by Friend in Delhi Hotel

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4 months ago

October 6, 2025

Namma Kudla

New Delhi: An 18-year-old MBBS student has accused a 20-year-old male friend of drugging and sexually assaulting her at a hotel in Delhi’s Adarsh Nagar area. The alleged incident took place on September 9, police officials said.

According to the complaint, the accused, who is also a medical student, invited the woman to “Hotel Apple” on the pretext of spending time together. Once there, he allegedly gave her a drink laced with drugs and then raped her.

The survivor told police that the accused recorded obscene videos and took pictures during the assault. He later threatened to make the content viral if she reported the incident.

The woman, a native of Jind in Haryana, is currently staying at the hostel of Baba Saheb Ambedkar Medical College in Rohini, Delhi.

Based on her complaint, police have registered a case under relevant sections of the Indian Penal Code. A search is underway to locate and arrest the accused, officials added.

In a separate case earlier this month, a school manager in Uttar Pradesh was arrested for allegedly raping a Class 8 student. In February, a tuition teacher in Delhi’s CR Park area was accused of repeatedly raping a 15-year-old student over three years and threatening her with blackmail.