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In Rajasthan, a major drug smuggling operation using drones across the Indo-Pak border was foiled, resulting in the seizure of 12 kg of heroin and the detention of four individuals. Photograph: ANIKey PointsRajasthan police seize 12 kg of heroin, valued at approximately Rs 60 crore, suspected to be smuggled via drones from across the Indo-Pak border.Four individuals have been detained in connection with the heroin smuggling operation in Rajasthan's Sri Ganganagar district.A joint operation by C ...Read More >
Sri Ganganagar: Police have arrested four accused in a major drug trafficking case in the Srikaranpur area of Sri Ganganagar in Rajasthan near the India-Pakistan international border. The action was part of a joint operation carried out by the police and the Border Security Force (BSF) under an ongoing campaign against narcotics smuggling. On April 6, a consignment of 2.34 kg of illegal heroin, sent via drone from Pakistan, was recovered. Acting on the results of a technical investigation and i ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], April 8 (ANI): The trailer of 'Candy And The Pizza Ggirl' was unveiled on Wednesday, offering a striking glimpse into a surreal, chaotic, and darkly comic night set in Mumbai. Directed by debutant Akkhil Kapur, the movie is set over the course of a surreal full-moon night in Mumbai. The film follows a chain of chaotic, interconnected events triggered by a single catastrophic incident. As the night unfolds, a diverse group of eccentric characters find their lives c ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], April 8 (ANI): The trailer of 'Candy And The Pizza Ggirl' was unveiled on Wednesday, offering a striking glimpse into a surreal, chaotic, and darkly comic night set in Mumbai. Directed by debutant Akkhil Kapur, the movie is set over the course of a surreal full-moon night in Mumbai. Also Read | 'Raaka' Meaning: What Does Allu Arjun-Atlee's Film Title Stand For?. The film follows a chain of chaotic, interconnected events triggered by a single catastrophic incident ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], April 8 (ANI): The trailer of 'Candy And The Pizza Ggirl' was unveiled on Wednesday, offering a striking glimpse into a surreal, chaotic, and darkly comic night set in Mumbai. Directed by debutant Akkhil Kapur, the movie is set over the course of a surreal full-moon night in Mumbai. The film follows a chain of chaotic, interconnected events triggered by a single catastrophic incident. As the night unfolds, a diverse group of eccentric characters find their lives c ...Read More >
JAISALMER: In yet another major action along the India-Pakistan international border, a fresh consignment of heroin dropped by a Pakistani drone was recovered on Tuesday in the Karanpur sector of Sri Ganganagar district, marking the third consecutive day of such recoveries in the region. Acting on inputs from the Anti-Narcotics Task Force (ANTF), the Border Security Force (BSF), in coordination with the police, recovered two packets of heroin weighing approximately 1.560 kg near the internationa ...Read More >
Sri Ganganagar: In a major operation to contain drug-trafficking near the India-Pakistan border in Sri Ganganagar district in Rajasthan, security agencies seized 1.5 kilograms of heroin. It is suspected that smugglers dropped a consignment of heroin using a drone and subsequently attempted to retrieve it. However, due to the alertness of the security personnel, they were unsuccessful. The joint operation conducted by the BSF and the police in the Sri Karanpur region of Sri Ganganagar on Tuesda ...Read More >
Bengaluru 'Zombie Drug' Scare: Viral Video Sparks Panic Over Xylazine Rumours A wave of concern is sweeping through Bengaluru's digital landscape after a viral video emerged that supposedly shows a man standing in a trance-like state at Bagalur. The footage, which appeared after a delivery agent incident in Chandigarh, has led to strong speculation about the presence of Xylazine, which scientists refer to as the "zombie drug," in India's IT hub. The video has received thousands of views, but ...Read More >
PHAGWARA: In a tragic development, the fifth son of a family from Sultanpur Lodhi in Kapurthala district passed away today during treatment at a hospital in Amritsar, marking the latest loss in a family that has witnessed multiple deaths over the past several years. The deceased, who had been battling serious health complications, was referred from Civil Hospital Kapurthala to Amritsar after his condition deteriorated, where he breathed his last during treatment. Medical reports have indicated l ...Read More >
Punjab Police successfully dismantled a cross-border drug smuggling operation, arresting two individuals and seizing a significant quantity of heroin, disrupting the flow of narcotics in the region. Photograph: ANI PhotoKey PointsPunjab Police dismantled a cross-border drug smuggling module, arresting two individuals.Authorities seized 4.13 kg of heroin during the operation.The accused were in contact with Europe-based handlers and jailed operatives.The drug smuggling network distributed consig ...Read More >
JAISALMER: In a major breakthrough against narcotics trafficking, Barmer Police in Rajasthan, with the support of ATS Rajasthan and ATS Gujarat, has busted an international drug smuggling network operating on a "location-based model." For the first time, nearly 5 kilograms of crystal methamphetamine smuggled across the international border adjoining Barmer has been seized, and two accused have been arrested.The arrested accused were transporting the consignment to Gujarat for further supply. The ...Read More >
In a major crackdown on narcotics, police in Shopian, Jammu and Kashmir, have seized ₹1.44 crore worth of property belonging to an alleged drug dealer, sending a strong message against illegal drug trade. Photograph: Yves Herman/ReutersKey PointsPolice in Shopian, Jammu and Kashmir, seized property worth ₹1.44 crore from alleged drug dealer Mohammad Ayoub Malik.The seized property, measuring 10 kanals, was allegedly acquired through proceeds from illegal drug trade.The property attachment wa ...Read More >
Chandigarh: Punjab police on Tuesday claimed to have busted a Pak-backed narcotics smuggling module with the arrest of its four operatives, including a woman, and recovered 16.8 kg heroin from their possession. The accused were identified as Balwinder Singh, a resident of Kapurthala district and Sumanpreet Kaur, Harpal Singh and Jaskaranbir Singh of Amritsar district. Apart from recovering the heroin haul, police teams have also impounded their Maruti Baleno car, in which they were travelling. ...Read More >
Chandigarh, Apr 7 (PTI) The Punjab Police on Tuesday said they have busted a Pakistan-backed narcotics smuggling module with the arrest of four persons, including a woman, and recovery of 16.8 kg of heroin from Kapurthala's Phagwara. Preliminary investigations revealed that the drug trafficking was being orchestrated at the behest of handlers based in Pakistan and Dubai. The consignment was brought from the Amritsar border area and was intended for delivery in Chandigarh, Director General of P ...Read More >
The Amritsar police on Sunday dismantled a cross-border smuggling module with the arrest of two accused and recovered 4kg of heroin from their possession, officials said. Amritsar commissioner of police (CP) Gurpreet Singh Bhullar said acting on a tip-off, police teams arrested Atish Suman, a resident of Phagwara. "Initially, 220g of heroin were recovered from his possession. During sustained interrogation, police unearthed an additional 670g, taking the total seizure from him to 890 grams," t ...Read More >
Jaipur, April 7 (SocialNews.XYZ) In a major crackdown on cross-border narcotics trafficking, the Rajasthan Police, in a joint operation with Gujarat Anti-Terrorist Squad (ATS) and Barmer Police, seized nearly five kg of methamphetamine smuggled from Pakistan and arrested two accused on Tuesday. The consignment, valued at nearly Rs 25 crore in the international market (Rs 5 crore per kg), was being transported for delivery when intercepted. The operation was carried out based on intelligence in ...Read More >
Ahmedabad, April 7 (SocialNews.XYZ) The Gujarat Anti-Terrorist Squad (ATS), in coordination with the Rajasthan ATS, has arrested two men from Rajasthan and seized approximately five kilograms of methamphetamine in a crackdown on an international drug smuggling syndicate. According to officials, Inspector J.M. Patel of the Gujarat ATS received confidential information which indicated that two individuals, Shankarram Rameshram and Salman Lalakhan, were transporting a consignment of methamphetamin ...Read More >
According to official data, the conviction rate in cases under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act has steadily increased in recent years. It rose from around 80% in 2022 to 81% in 2023, 85% in 2024 and 88% in 2025. In 2026 so far, the conviction rate stands at about 89%, based on cases decided by courts. Officials attribute this trend to changes in investigation practices, including prosecution-led case building, improved evidence collection, and closer adherence to legal ...Read More >
Chandigarh: Punjab's Yudh Nashean Virudh (war against drugs) is increasingly being defined not merely by arrests, but by a sharp rise in convictions that are standing firm in courts, signalling a decisive shift in the state's strategy against narcotics. Backed by the Bhagwant Mann Government's flagship campaign Yudh Nashean Virudh under the leadership of CM Bhagwant Singh Mann, enforcement agencies are now focusing on building legally robust cases that ensure traffickers are not just caught, but ...Read More >
Amritsar (Punjab) [India], April 6 (ANI): Threat emails were received at several schools and government offices under the Amritsar Police Commissionerate on Monday, prompting authorities to launch immediate security checks. According to Vijay Alam, Deputy Commissioner of Police (Law and Order), anti-sabotage inspections were swiftly conducted at all the locations mentioned in the emails as a precautionary measure. Also Read | KKR vs PBKS Betting Odds and Favourites by Kalshi: Winner Prediction ...Read More >
Amritsar (Punjab) [India], April 6 (ANI): Threat emails were received at several schools and government offices under the Amritsar Police Commissionerate on Monday, prompting authorities to launch immediate security checks. According to Vijay Alam, Deputy Commissioner of Police (Law and Order), anti-sabotage inspections were swiftly conducted at all the locations mentioned in the emails as a precautionary measure. He further informed that a suspect has been identified and is being brought to A ...Read More >
Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], April 6 (ANI): The election flying squad officials, along with Income Tax authorities, conducted searches at more than ten locations allegedly linked to former DMK functionary Jaffer Sadiq, who is alleged to be the mastermind behind an international drug trafficking network. Jaffer Sadiq was arrested in an alleged drug case and is currently out on bail. Also Read | Nagaland Dear Lottery Sambad Result Today 1 PM Live: Dear Rise Monday Lottery Result of April 6 2026 ...Read More >
Chennai: The Income Tax Department (IT) on Monday conducted searches at premises linked to former DMK functionary Jaffer Sadiq, who was arrested by the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) in connection with a drug trafficking case in Tamil Nadu in 2024. According to officials, coordinated raids were carried out in over 10 locations across Chennai, including Anna Salai, Purasawalkam, Egmore and Pattinapakkam. The searches were undertaken jointly with election flying squads as part of intensified surv ...Read More >
With the West Asia conflict entering its fifth week and disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz triggering economic and energy instability, the Indian Navy on Thursday (April 2, 2026) flagged off INS Sunayna as the Indian Ocean Ship (IOS) SAGAR, reinforcing its commitment to regional maritime security and cooperation. The offshore patrol vessel, carrying Indian Navy personnel along with representatives from 16 friendly foreign countries, was flagged off by Minister of State for Defence Sanjay Seth ...Read More >
Amritsar: The Amritsar Commissionerate Police of Punjab Police have achieved a breakthrough in their anti-drug efforts, arresting two accused and recovering 4.13 kilograms of heroin from their possession. According to police, the accused were procuring narcotics consignments from Pakistan using drones and supplying them across the Majha and Doaba regions. Amritsar Police Commissioner Gurpreet Singh Bhullar said that both accused were in contact with Europe-based handlers as well as operatives l ...Read More >
Amritsar (Punjab) [India], April 5 (ANI): The Amritsar Commissionerate Police of Punjab Police have achieved a breakthrough in their anti-drug efforts, arresting two accused and recovering 4.13 kilograms of heroin from their possession. According to police, the accused were procuring narcotics consignments from Pakistan using drones and supplying them across the Majha and Doaba regions. Also Read | Bengaluru Shocker: Salon Owner Assaulted by Ex-Employee's Husband Over Job Termination. Amritsa ...Read More >
Amritsar (Punjab) [India], April 5 (ANI): The Amritsar Commissionerate Police of Punjab Police have achieved a breakthrough in their anti-drug efforts, arresting two accused and recovering 4.13 kilograms of heroin from their possession. According to police, the accused were procuring narcotics consignments from Pakistan using drones and supplying them across the Majha and Doaba regions. Amritsar Police Commissioner Gurpreet Singh Bhullar said that both accused were in contact with Europe-based ...Read More >
Silchar (Assam) [India], April 4 (ANI): In a major anti-narcotics success, Assam Rifles Battalion on Saturday, in coordination with the police, carried out a swift, intelligence-based operation in the general area of Meharpur. During the operation, suspect movement was detected, and the vehicle attempted to evade the security forces, leading to a brief chase before being intercepted. The swift response by the joint team resulted in the recovery of 30 soap cases of heroin weighing approximately ...Read More >
Bhubaneswar: Police in Subarnapur district on Thursday uncovered a ganja trafficking tactic in which smugglers allegedly used women and a child as cover, posing as a family on a road trip to avoid police checks.The modus operandi came to light after police intercepted a car carrying 31 kg of ganja during an early morning operation on Thursday under the Special Nasha Mukt Odisha Abhiyan. Three persons, including two women, were arrested, while the child found in the vehicle was sent home safely.A ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], April 3 (ANI): The Special Staff of Delhi Police South District arrested a 35-year-old Nigerian national cocaine supplier, following a major drug bust in the Mehrauli area, leading to the recovery of over one kilogram of cocaine estimated to be worth ₹10 crore in the international market. According to a press release by Delhi police, the team conducted a raid in Islam Colony, Mehrauli, on March 30 and apprehended 35-year-old Nigerian national John Chibuike from his residence ...Read More >
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