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China-made drone, narcotics seized from field in Amritsar
A joint operation by the Border Security Force and Punjab police in Amritsar recovered a Chinese drone and narcotics from a farming field following information provided by the BSF intelligence wing. A packet of suspected heroin weighing 557 grams was found in a plastic container wrapped with yellow adhesive tape, alongside a copper wire ring, in the village of Kahangarh.
Narco-terror module busted in J-K's Kupwara, 3 held
Security forces in Jammu and Kashmir's Kupwara district arrested three individuals in connection with a narco-terror module, seizing arms, ammunition, and contraband. Acting on a tip, police and army personnel apprehended suspects involved in heroin trafficking. Two individuals were caught in possession of 500 grams of heroin, while a third was found with three pistols, ammunition, and explosives. Ongoing investigations are underway following the arrests.
Hero, heroine and Lok Sabha poll results: Celebs who won the polls
Telugu actor and Jana Sena Party chief Pawan Kalyan won the Pithapuram seat in the Kakinada district by defeating seasoned politician Vanga Geetha of the YSR Congress Party (YSRCP) by a margin of 70,279 votes.
Unknown Terrain
Poet Robert Frost wrote, 'The woods are lovely, dark and deep/ But I have promises to keep/ And miles to go before I sleep....' To some others, however, forests are scary places, so dark and deep and not-so-lovely. Fear of the unknown takes over, for forests are mysterious wonderlands or nightmares, depending on whose perspective it is. Forests are pregnant with as much or more life below the ground as there is above. And what if one gets lost?
Delhi HC seeks Centre's stand on 'disappearance' of 70,000-kg heroin from seizure records
Delhi HC requests Centre's response on missing 70,772.48 kg heroin. Notice for data discrepancy. Petitioner claims Rs 5 lakh crore value, raising concerns about National Security, Stability. Urges Immediate Investigation; Next hearing on September 9.
Attari drugs seizure case: Key accused 'Chacha' arrested
NIA has arrested another key accused in the Rs 700 crore Attari border drugs seizure case, taking the total number of arrests in the matter to eight. An official statement issued on Wednesday said the accused, Athar Saeed alias Chacha, had handled the proceeds of the drugs on the directions of the kingpin, Shahid Ahmed. NIA investigations have revealed that Saeed was instrumental in creating and sustaining a network of hawala operators and others for the transfer of the money earned from the sale of the narcotics from India to Afghanistan and to the UAE.
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No jobs, no future: In Canada, drugs are Indian students’ last resort
The grim reality of hefty education loans and joblessness in the land they once hoped would offer prosperity has ensnared numerous Indian students in Canada in a vicious cycle of cocaine, marijuana and liquor as a coping mechanism for unemployment-induced stress
Assam Rifles and other law enforcement agencies seize drugs worth Rs 47.35 crore in Mizoram
Assam Rifles and law enforcement agencies seize drugs worth Rs 47.35 crore, explosives, and arrest three people in Mizoram. The heroin, grade number four, was smuggled from Myanmar. Assam Rifles expresses concern over the ongoing smuggling of drugs in Mizoram. Additionally, Assam Rifles seizes 452 kgs of Marijuana worth Rs 1.92 crore from General Area Dhanirampur, West Tripura District.
Known for appearances in American TV show, former constable among 3 held with heroin in Punjab
Former police constable and America's Got Talent participant Jagdeep Singh, recognized as the world's tallest Sikh at 7 feet 6 inches, was arrested in Tarn Taran district, Punjab, along with two others. The arrests were made by the state special operation cell of the Punjab Police, who seized 500 grams of heroin from Singh's SUV.
Nagaland police busts new drug modus operandi; 12 held
Director General of Police Rupin Sharma said on Wednesday two drug peddlers from Manipur were arrested from Sechu Zubza in Kohima district on Wednesday and some heroin was recovered from their possession. "Upon interrogation, it was revealed that the two accused are suspected to have trafficked around 60 kg of heroin worth about Rs 400 crore within one year,” the police chief said
BSF recovers China made Quadcopter Drones used in drug smuggling in Taran Taran and Amritsar
On the night of November 14-15, the Border Security Force (BSF) intercepted a China-made Pakistani quadcopter drone in Tarn Taran, violating Indian airspace. The Central Armed Police Force detected the suspected drone's movement in the Village Mianwali District, prompting BSF troops to intercept it.
Myanmar national held in Mizoram with heroin worth Rs 2.06 crore
During the operation, 295.2 gm of heroin grade four was recovered from the possession of Ensawmmanga, resident of Myanmar’s Bulfek region. The Myanmar national confessed to the security officials that the drugs he would hand over to an Indian drug peddler.
Indira Gandhi’s 39th Death Anniversary: 9 Heroines Who Brought Iron Lady To Life On Screen
Today marks the 39th death anniversary of Indira Gandhi, the first and only woman Prime Minister of India. Let’s have a look at the various actresses who depicted the headstrong, sharp, and intimidating political leader on screen.
Drone, heroin packet found near IB in Punjab's Tarn Taran
During the operation, a Chinese quadcopter drone and the packet of heroin weighing 407 grams were recovered from the field, said the official from BSF.
Punjab: Cross-border drug smuggling racket busted, 12 kg heroin seized
The Punjab Police has announced the arrest of a member of a cross-border drug smuggling racket operating in Amritsar. The police seized 12 kilograms of heroin and revealed that the racket used drones to transport drugs from Pakistan. The arrested individual has direct links with notorious drug smuggler Ranjeet alias Cheeta, who was previously arrested for a 532 kg heroin haul. The cross-border drug smuggling racket is being operated by US-based smuggler Sarwan Singh, who is currently wanted for his involvement in a heroin haul case.
Aria Mia Loberti reflects on portraying the blind heroine in Netflix series "All the Light We Cannot See"
Newcomer Aria Mia Loberti has secured the lead role in Netflix's adaptation of "All the Light We Cannot See." Loberti, who is blind like her character Marie-Laure LeBlanc, brings authenticity to the role. Director Shawn Levy praises Loberti's genuine portrayal and emphasizes the importance of equal opportunities for disabled actors. The production team, including Netflix consultant Joe Strechay, worked to accurately represent blind individuals. Levy acknowledges the learning curve and highlights the need for greater understanding and representation of people with disabilities. Loberti's dedication to her role serves as an inspiration for inclusivity in the industry.
More than 5 kg heroin airdropped by Pakistani drone recovered near IB in Amritsar
Around 2:50 am, the joint team heard the buzzing of the unmanned aerial vehicle and dropping of the consignment on the outskirts of Rai village in Amritsar, BSF spokesperson said.
Indian national arrested at Delhi airport, drugs valued at Rs 21 crore seized: Customs
Customs officials seized drugs worth Rs 21 crore from an Indian national arriving from Nairobi at the Indira Gandhi International airport in Delhi. The accused had concealed the 3 kg heroin in the false bottom of his bag. Investigations are currently underway. Earlier in April, three gold bars worth Rs 75 lakh were recovered from the toilet of an international flight, customs officials said. The gold and its packaging materials have been seized under Section 110 of the Customs Act, 1962.
Drone, heroin found in field near international border in Rajasthan
The drone and the heroin were recovered from a field in Karanpur near the border with Pakistan on Monday, District Superintendent of Police Paris Deshmukh said.
Heroin-carrying hexacopter drone shot down in Punjab
Yadav said after noticing the drone movement in Indo-Pak border, police teams from Amritsar Rural district immediately shared pinpointed inputs with the BSF and jointly conducted an intensive search operation in an area, just two km away from the India-Pakistan border. He said that the police teams had fired at least 12 bursts from an AK-47 to shoot down the drone.
Around 2,878 cases registered under NDPS Act in 2022: Assam DGP
Talking to media persons on Monday, he said NDPS Act cases are closely supervised and followed up with timely charge sheets. The conviction percentage of NDPS Act cases in the year 2022 is around 47 percent and 26 habitual drug traffickers have been detained under PITNDPS Act cases.
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