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  NCB–Delhi Police seize contraband worth Rs 262 crore in major crackdown; two arrested

  Delhi | November 24, 2025 6:31 IST

  The crackdown, part of Operation Crystal Fortress, began with the arrest of Noida resident Shane Waris and led to the capture of a Nagaland woman, Esther Kinimi, who was allegedly operating a major storage point.

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  Hyderabad doctor arrested in major drug bust, Rs 3 lakh worth narcotics seized

  India | November 04, 2025 23:45 IST

  Paul reportedly operated a drug network with three associates—Pramod, Sandeep, and Sharath—who sourced drugs from Delhi and Bengaluru. The arrest comes amid a series of recent drug crackdowns in Hyderabad, including raids on rave parties and large-scale narcotics seizures.

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  Mumbai: Dubai fugitive 'Shera' extradited to India in crackdown on global drug syndicate

  Maharashtra | November 02, 2025 16:18 IST

  Investigations revealed that Sheikh managed secret drug production facilities overseas and maintained direct operational ties with several narcotics networks across India.

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  US missile strike in Caribbean kills six suspected drug traffickers, Pentagon confirms

  World | October 24, 2025 22:40 IST

  This was the 10th US strike since the campaign began in September, bringing the total number of suspected traffickers killed to at least 46.

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  FATF showcases India-US joint crackdown on 150 mn dollars darknet drug network as ‘best practice'

  India | September 07, 2025 7:20 IST

  Investigations uncovered that the brothers operated a global drug trafficking network using digital platforms to sell narcotics worldwide. The illicit proceeds were laundered through cryptocurrencies, with the investigation revealing their control over 8,500 Bitcoins.

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  Punjab govt to deploy anti-drone system by Oct to prevent cross-border smuggling of drugs, weapons

  India | April 28, 2025 16:36 IST

  The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government in the state had said last month that it would take the help of anti-drone technology to check the smuggling of narcotics, arms and ammunition from across the border.

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  Centre bans manufacture, sale of 35 fixed-dose combination drugs | Check complete list

  Health | April 16, 2025 18:05 IST

  The letter also listed out 35 unapproved FDCs that were earlier licensed by state/UT drug controllers for manufacture, sale, and distribution without evaluation of safety and efficacy by CDSCO and later on cancelled by Drug Licensing Authorities (SLAs).

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  Indian Coast Guard, Gujarat ATS seize 300 kg narcotics worth Rs 1,800 crore in major high-seas ops

  Gujarat | April 14, 2025 9:16 IST

  The operation was launched after the Gujarat ATS provided a credible intelligence input regarding a possible narcotics transshipment attempt. As per an official release, the intelligence-based operation was conducted at sea near the notional International Maritime Boundary Line (IMBL).

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  Maharashtra: Seven arrested with mephedrone worth Rs 17 crore in Latur

  Maharashtra | April 09, 2025 21:23 IST

  Maharashtra: The action of DRI was so precise that not only was a huge quantity of drugs recovered from the spot, but the entire network was also put behind bars.

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  Major drug bust in Delhi-NCR: Narcotics worth Rs 27.4 crore seized, 4 Nigerian students among 5 held

  Delhi | March 31, 2025 19:53 IST

  A major drug bust in Delhi-NCR led to the seizure of ₹27.4 crore worth of drugs and the arrest of five individuals, including four Nigerian students involved in trafficking.

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  Meerut murder case: How did accused Muskan Rastogi buy drug injection for Rs 33? Details here

  Uttar Pradesh | March 24, 2025 10:25 IST

  In the ongoing investigation into Saurabh Rajput's murder in Meerut, authorities have uncovered crucial evidence linking his wife Muskaan to the crime, including her purchase of sedative drugs from a medical store to facilitate the murder.

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  Punjab government to launch public movement against drugs from this date

  India | March 19, 2025 8:33 IST

  Punjab: Arvind Kejriwal praised Punjab Police's efforts in the drug war, urging citizens to report drug activities via the confidential helpline (9779100200). He announced a state-wide drug census to identify affected households and ensure proper treatment.

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  Arunachal Pradesh: Two police personnel suspended for consuming drugs

  Arunachal Pradesh | February 14, 2025 15:32 IST

  During the operation, two vials of a suspected contraband substance weighing around 2.24 gram were seized, Kra Daadi SP Sepraj Perme said.

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  Arunachal Police dismisses claims of spread of 'strawberry meth candy' among school children

  Arunachal Pradesh | January 31, 2025 23:20 IST

  Capital Superintendent of Police Rohit Rajbir Singh clarified that social media posts claiming a narcotic drug "strawberry meth" or "strawberry quick" is being distributed to schoolchildren in the form of candies are not correct.

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  Karnataka: Police dispose of drugs worth over Rs 6 crore in Mangaluru

  Karnataka | January 16, 2025 8:32 IST

  Karnataka: The entire consignment along with the apprehended individual was handed over to the Excise and Narcotics Department, Champhai for further legal proceedings.

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  Manipur’s 'war on drugs' campaign intensifies with major poppy plantation destruction

  Manipur | January 10, 2025 16:12 IST

  Manipur's War on Drugs campaign has led to the successful destruction of large-scale poppy plantations in Ukhrul and Senapati districts, with continued efforts to combat drug trafficking in the state.

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  Health Ministry cracks down on spurious drugs, seizes stock worth Rs 6.60 crore in Kolkata

  December 31, 2024 14:58 IST

  The Health Ministry, in collaboration with CDSCO and West Bengal authorities, seized spurious drugs worth Rs 6.60 crore in Kolkata. The operation uncovered counterfeit anti-cancer and diabetic medicines.

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  Assam Police seizes drugs worth Rs 21.5 crore in multiple anti-narcotic operations, five arrested

  Assam | December 29, 2024 15:50 IST

  Assam Police seized drugs worth Rs 21.5 crore in multiple operations, arresting five individuals involved in the illegal trade.

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  Three Indians arrested in Nepal over alleged 'hundi' transactions and narcotics possession charges

  World | December 19, 2024 20:21 IST

  The police raided a private office from where the arrests were made. The police recovered Rs 2. 65 million in cash as well as five mobile phone sets from them.

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  Telangana: Hyderabad police bust interstate drug racket, seize poppy straw worth Rs 1.25 crore

  December 16, 2024 22:02 IST

  Three Rajasthan residents were arrested for transporting and selling poppy straw worth Rs 1.25 crore in Hyderabad.