Imphal, Aug. 18 -- Central security forces and police arrested three smugglers in separate operations on Sunday in Manipur's Bishnupur district.

During the operations, they seized 33 soap cases filled with heroin, two vehicles, and three communication devices, officials confirmed on Monday.

Acting on a tip-off, teams from the Assam Rifles and local police spotted a suspicious individual riding a motorcycle. The troops pursued and apprehended the suspect, later identified as Md. Arub Khan Ipham, also known as Khansa (26), a resident of Kwakta Khuman Ward No. 5 (G.P.).

Authorities arrested him near Kwakta Sabal Leikai along NH-02 (Tiddim Road) under the jurisdiction of Phougakchao Ikhai Police Station. From his possession, the team recov...