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The text is a news snippet from The Hindu, dated October 19, 2025. It reports the arrest of two men from Rajasthan in Vellore, India, after police seized 323 kg of gutka (a banned smokeless tobacco product) from their vehicle during a surprise check. The gutka was reportedly intended for sale in industrial towns in the Kancheepuram district. The text also lists various newsletter publications from The Hindu.

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Gutka Smuggling Busted in Vellore: Two Arrested with Over 300 KG of Banned Substance

Vellore, October 19, 2025 – Two men were arrested in Vellore on Saturday after police seized 323 kilograms of gutka during a surprise vehicle check near Katpadi. The individuals, identified as P. Senram, 38, and A. Ganapathy Ram, 29, both residents of Rajasthan, are currently being held at the Central Prison in Vellore.

According to police reports, the arrest occurred during routine checks at a police checkpoint near Christianpet village. Ganapathy Ram, the driver of the SUV in question, aroused suspicion after providing inconsistent answers to police inquiries. A subsequent search of the vehicle revealed the large quantity of gutka, a banned smokeless tobacco product.

Initial investigations suggest the consignment was destined for industrial towns like Sriperumbudur and Oragadam in Kancheepuram district, where it was intended for distribution to retail dealers.

The Katpadi police have registered a case and are currently conducting further investigations into the matter.

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