In a major crackdown on illegal cross-border trade, the Assam Rifles, in coordination with the Customs Preventive Force (Mizoram), seized 89 cases of foreign-origin cigarettes worth Rs 1.15 crore in Chhungte, Champhai District, Mizoram, on December 10.

The operation highlights the continued vigilance of security forces in tackling smuggling activities along the India-Myanmar border. The seized goods have been handed over to Customs authorities for further investigation.