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This text is a news snippet from The Hindu, dated May 19, 2025, detailing the arrest of three men from Assam for allegedly transporting over 1 kg of suspected Ganja in Taliparamba, Kannur. The arrest was made during a vehicle inspection by excise officials. The article also promotes various newsletters and sections offered by The Hindu covering topics such as world affairs from an Indian perspective, Karnataka news, film reviews, technology, science, data analysis, health, and books.
**News Article:**
**Three Arrested in Kannur for Alleged Ganja Smuggling**
**Kannur, May 19, 2025** – Excise officials in Taliparamba, Kannur, apprehended three men from Assam on Monday during a routine vehicle inspection. The suspects, identified as Sameer Deen (31), Jahirul Islam (19), and Assarul Islam (19), were travelling on a motorcycle when they were stopped at Puvam.
According to Excise Inspector A.B. Thomas, leading the operation for the Taliparamba Excise Range, over 1 kg of suspected Ganja was seized from the men’s possession. The suspects face imprisonment ranging from one to ten years if convicted.
“Legal action has been initiated against the trio under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act,” Inspector Thomas stated.
This bust highlights ongoing efforts by excise officials to combat drug trafficking in the region. The investigation is ongoing. This report is from The Hindu.
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