Silchar, July 1, July 2 -- In a major blow to interstate contraband trafficking, the Assam Rifles, in a joint operation with the Customs Department, Silchar, seized a consignment of illegal foreign cigarettes valued at approximately Rs.2.8 crore. According to officials, the contraband was intercepted while being transported through Kalain and was allegedly destined for distribution in Meghalaya and other states. Acting on specific intelligence, the joint team launched a coordinated operation, leading to the successful recovery of the smuggled consignment.The seized cigarettes were taken into custody, and further legal proceedings have been initiated under the relevant provisions of law. Authorities are also investigating the smuggling net...