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Shimla, Apr 2 (UNI) In a major breakthrough against drug trafficking, Shimla district police have seized one of the largest consignments of chitta (heroin) reported this year, intensifying the ongoing anti-narcotics drive in the hill town. Police Chief of Shimla Saurav Singh said that the seizure was made on Thursday morning in connection with Case No. 54/26 dated March 24, 2026, registered under Section 21 under NDPS Act under the police station Boileauganj. The operation was carried out by t ...Read More >
Chairing a high-level meeting with Deputy Commissioners (DCs), SSPs, and senior officials of the civil and Police administration at Lok Bhavan, Jammu, LG Sinha emphasised a multi-pronged strategy of Jammu, Apr 1: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Wednesday directed for adopting a zero tolerance policy against the drug menace in Jammu and Kashmir. Chairing a high-level meeting with Deputy Commissioners (DCs), SSPs, and senior officials of the civil and Police administration at Lok Bhavan, Jamm ...Read More >
Jammu, Apr 01: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Wednesday directed the adoption of a 'Zero Tolerance' policy against the drug menace in Jammu and Kashmir. Chairing a high-level meeting with Deputy Commissioners, SSPs, and senior officials of the civil and police administration at Lok Bhavan, Jammu, the LG called for a multi-pronged strategy, strengthening law enforcement to dismantle trafficking networks, intensifying mass awareness campaigns to deter potential users, and enhancing treatment, ...Read More >
Shimla (Himachal Pradesh), April 1 (ANI): The Himachal Pradesh government on Wednesday introduced a key amendment to the Himachal Pradesh Panchayati Raj Act, 1994, proposing to bar individuals involved in drug offences, financial irregularities, land encroachment and conflict of interest from contesting Panchayat elections. The amendment Bill was tabled in the Assembly by Panchayati Raj Minister Anirudh Singh, with the aim of strengthening transparency and accountability in grassroots governanc ...Read More >
Shimla (Himachal Pradesh), April 1 (ANI): The Himachal Pradesh government on Wednesday introduced a key amendment to the Himachal Pradesh Panchayati Raj Act, 1994, proposing to bar individuals involved in drug offences, financial irregularities, land encroachment and conflict of interest from contesting Panchayat elections. The amendment Bill was tabled in the Assembly by Panchayati Raj Minister Anirudh Singh, with the aim of strengthening transparency and accountability in grassroots governanc ...Read More >
Jammu, Apr 1 (PTI) Jammu and Kashmir Lt Governor Manoj Sinha on Wednesday called for adopting a zero tolerance policy against the drug menace in the Union Territory. He was chairing a high-level meeting with deputy commissioners, senior superintendents of police and senior officials of the civil and police administration at Lok Bhavan here, an official spokesman said. The LG emphasized on a multi-pronged strategy including strengthening law enforcement to dismantle trafficking networks, intens ...Read More >
Delhi Police's Anti-Narcotics Squad (East District) has busted an international drug syndicate, arresting four persons in connection with the case. According to officials, police also recovered a large quantity of psychotropic substances worth about Rs 1.1 crore in the illegal market, making this a significant seizure announced on Tuesday. The accused include two alleged drug peddlers as well as two foreign nationals, who were identified as sources of supply. In addition, police seized two scoo ...Read More >
Bengaluru, Feb 23 (PTI) A discussion has begun in Karnataka over ban on mobile phones in schools and college campuses, with Chief Minister Siddaramaiah mooting the idea. Addressing vice-chancellors and senior education administrators at the Vice Chancellors' conference in the presence of Karnataka Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot on Saturday, the chief minister said the government was seriously examining the proposal in the backdrop of growing concerns over social media addiction and its impact on ...Read More >
Himachal Pradesh CM Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu led an Anti-Chitta Awareness Walkathon in Hamirpur, initiating a statewide movement. He announced a decisive war on drugs, highlighting recent raids, arrests, and asset seizures of over Rs. 50 crore. Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu on Tuesday led an Anti-Chitta Awareness Walkathon in Hamirpur, energising a statewide public movement against the deadly synthetic drug that is devastating the youth. Commencing from the Government Sen ...Read More >
Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) [India], December 16 (ANI): Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu on Tuesday led an Anti-Chitta Awareness Walkathon in Hamirpur, energising a statewide public movement against the deadly synthetic drug that is devastating the youth. Commencing from the Government Senior Secondary School (Boys), Hamirpur, the walkathon concluded at the Police Lines Dosadka Ground. The event drew an overwhelming response from all sections of society, including students, ...Read More >
Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) [India], December 16 (ANI): Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu on Tuesday led an Anti-Chitta Awareness Walkathon in Hamirpur, energising a statewide public movement against the deadly synthetic drug that is devastating the youth. Commencing from the Government Senior Secondary School (Boys), Hamirpur, the walkathon concluded at the Police Lines Dosadka Ground. The event drew an overwhelming response from all sections of society, including students, ...Read More >
Shimla/Dharamshala, Dec 1 (PTI) Issuing a strict warning to 'chitta' (adulterated heroin) mafia in Himachal Pradesh, Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu on Monday said drug peddlers have no place in the 'Devbhoomi', announcing rewards for those who help in busting major networks. The chief minister led an Anti-chitta Awareness Walkathon from the Dari ground in Dharamshala to the Police Ground on Monday. Addressing the event, he said, "This fight is not just against traffickers, it is against ...Read More >
Only a few in the audience perhaps would have expected to witness something extraordinary when Delhi Police constable Sonika Yadav, 31, walked up to the platform at the All India Police Weightlifting Cluster 2025-26 in Andhra Pradesh on October 17. Most spectators assumed she had simply moved up from her regular 65-kg category to the 84-kg division, perhaps due to recent weight gain. But when Sonika crouched down and gripped the barbell for a 145-kg deadlift, murmurs filled the hall. Moments la ...Read More >
Tarn Taran: Punjab chief minister Bhagwant Mann warned that those who looted Punjab's wealth, drugged its youth, and disrespected the Gurus will face justice.Addressing a gathering here on Friday, Mann said Punjab, blessed by the Gurus, was destined to lead the nation once again through honesty and reform. He added that the Nov 11 byelection was a battle between truth and deceit and urged the people of the constituency to vote for AAP's clean governance. "The corrupt will fall, and Punjab's sons ...Read More >
Sopore, Oct 23: As part of Jammu and Kashmir Police's ongoing public outreach initiative, Police in Sopore organized Thana Diwas at all Police Stations across Police District Sopore to enhance police-public engagement and foster stronger public relations. According to a statement issued here, the meetings were attended by officers of Sopore Police, including SDPOs and SHOs, along with PRI members, respectables, traders, transporters, and local residents. During these interactive sessions, part ...Read More >
The government has proposed compulsory declarations by all social media users when posting AI-generated or modified content, with the platforms told to deploy technical measures to verify these. The government has proposed compulsory declarations by all social media users when posting AI-generated or modified content, with the platforms told to deploy technical measures to verify these. The move is aimed at curbing the rapid rise of AI-based deepfakes on the internet, officials said. Stakehold ...Read More >
Saharanpur (Uttar Pradesh) [India], October 23 (ANI): Former Punjab DGP Mohammad Mustafa has broken his silence over the death of his son, Aqil Akhtar, amidst allegations and an FIR registered against him, his wife, Razia Sultana, daughter, and daughter-in-law. In his interaction with ANI, Mustafa described the loss of his son as the "greatest grief a father can bear," emphasising that Aqil struggled with drug addiction for 18 years. He attributed his son's death to an overdose, dismissing alle ...Read More >
"It has become a prerequisite for each and every country to formulate a more thoughtful regulation that mitigates the challenges and harms of AI without hindering innovation." India is gearing up to introduce new legal obligations aimed at curbing the rising menace of deepfakes online. As reported by Reuters, the government on Wednesday proposed fresh regulations that would compel artificial intelligence (AI) developers and social media platforms to label any content generated by AI. The Minist ...Read More >
NEW DELHI: Concerned over the growing threat from AI-generated synthetic content and deepfakes, govt is considering amendments to the IT law to fix greater accountability on top social media platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, Google, YouTube and X against potential misinformation and proposed that AI and social media platforms clearly label AI-generated content for easier identification by the users.Infotech minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said on Wednesday that govt has been getting requests to t ...Read More >
SAHARANPUR: Former Punjab Police chief Mohammad Mustafa has dismissed as "completely false" all allegations levelled against him and his family in connection with the death of his son.Addressing the media here on Tuesday, the former director general of police (DGP) said he welcomed the police case registered against him and his wife, former Punjab minister Razia Sultana, as the investigation would "reveal the truth".Mustafa, a retired 1985-batch IPS officer, and Sultana have been booked in conne ...Read More >
Shimla: Himachal Pradesh chief minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu said on Tuesday that the upcoming modern de-addiction and rehabilitation centre at Kotla-Barog in Sirmaur district would have a capacity of 100 beds. Sukhu, while chairing a review meeting, announced that it would be equipped with a library, gymnasium, sports amenities, and infrastructure for skill development and vocational training. Medical staff, including doctors and nurses, will also be appointed to ensure comprehensive healthca ...Read More >
New Delhi: In a bid to curb user harm from AI-generated deepfakes and synthetically produced content, the IT Ministry has proposed draft amendments to IT rules that mandate labelling and prominent markers to ensure users can distinguish synthetic and authentic content and mooted greater accountability for major social media platforms. With the increasing availability of generative AI tools and the resulting proliferation of synthetically generated information (deepfakes), the potential for misu ...Read More >
The Mumbai AIDS Control Society, in association with the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC), organized the 'Red Run Marathon 2025' on Sunday. The marathon aimed to raise awareness about HIV/AIDS, encourage open communication, education, and support among patients living with the virus. This year's theme was 'Run to End AIDS', and the event was flagged off by Deputy Municipal Commissioner (Health) Sharad Ughade. Race Details and Participation The marathon featured a 4-kilometer race for c ...Read More >
Upset over a family dispute, a 25-year-old drug addict climbed onto the roof of Sanjay Gandhi Hospital in Delhi's Mangolpuri area on Wednesday and threatened to commit suicide, but was rescued safely, officials said. IMAGE: Kindly note that this image has been posted for representational purposes only. Photograph: ANI Photo The man, identified as Rahul Mandal, has a history of substance abuse and had bruises all over his body. He was heavily intoxicated, drowsy and sweating profusely, making ...Read More >
The case is about self-respect, personal dignity, and honour, and highlighted that satire or parody targeting him insults not just him, but also those working against drug abuse, said former Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) zonal director Wankhede Former Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) zonal director Sameer Wankhede on Saturday claimed that his family has been receiving hate messages from Pakistan, the UAE, and Bangladesh after he filed a defamation case against Red Chillies Entertainment and Netf ...Read More >
While warning women of the perils of live-in relationships, Uttar Pradesh Governor Anandiben Patel said one only needs to visit an orphanage to see the outcome, where girls, some as young as 15, line up with babies in their arms. Patel made the shocking statement while addressing the 7th convocation of Jananayak Chandrashekhar University in Ballia. "If you want to see the consequences of live-in relationships, visit an orphanage. Fifteen to 20-year-old girls are standing in line, each with a o ...Read More >
Hyderabad: In a significant move to curb illegal activities and protect national security, the Hyderabad Narcotics Enforcement Wing (H-NEW) has apprehended and deported Onuorah Solomon Chibueze, a 46-year-old Nigerian national, back to his home country. The operation was carried out following credible intelligence about Chibueze's suspicious activities in the city. According to officials, Chibueze had been residing in the Attapur area of Hyderabad since September 2024. Originally from Anambra S ...Read More >
New Delhi: As many as 1,71,418 suicides were reported in the country during 2023, an increase of 0.3 per cent in comparison to 2022, with family problems and illness being the two major causes, according to a report of the National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB). The majority of suicides were reported in Maharashtra (22,687) followed by 19,483 suicides in Tamil Nadu, 15,662 in Madhya Pradesh, 13,330 in Karnataka and 12,819 suicides in West Bengal accounting for 13.2 per cent, 11.4 per cent, 9.1 pe ...Read More >
Hyderabad: Vishwanth Channappa Sajjanar, former Managing Director, TGSRTC, a widely respected officer famed for his integrity and resolve, formally took charge as the Commissioner of Police, Hyderabad, on September 30, 2025, marking the start of a citizen-focused era of policing in the city. Blending the city's heritage with cutting-edge reforms, Sajjanar announced "People Welfare Policing" (PWP) model as his flagship approach, mapping out priorities to safeguard Hyderabad's social fabric and mo ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], September 30 (ANI): Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will address the Tri-Services seminar in New Delhi on Tuesday, the Ministry of Defence informed through an official social media post. https://x.com/DefenceMinIndia/status/1972864650426667222 Also Read | Tesla Begins Model Y Deliveries in India, Long Range Variant To Follow Soon. "At around 11.00 AM today, 30th September, Raksha Mantri Shri @rajnathsingh will address the Tri-Services Seminar in New Delhi," the post from the ...Read More >
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