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Interstate Drug Network Dismantled in Delhi, Four Arrested

Interstate Drug Network Dismantled in Delhi, Four Arrested

Rediff.com2 days ago

Delhi Police dismantled an organised inter-state drug network, arresting four people and apprehending a juvenile, while seizing psychotropic substances worth over Rs 4.5 crore.

Delhi Police Uncover Drug Network, Seize Cocaine and MDMA

Delhi Police Uncover Drug Network, Seize Cocaine and MDMA

Rediff.com12 hours ago

Delhi Police have dismantled a drug racket, arresting four individuals, including two foreign nationals, and seizing cocaine and MDMA worth approximately Rs 1.1 crore.

Hapur Arrests: Gangster Network Operatives Shared Religious Site Details

Hapur Arrests: Gangster Network Operatives Shared Religious Site Details

Rediff.com19 Mar 2026

Two men have been arrested in Hapur, Uttar Pradesh, for allegedly sharing photos and location details of religious sites with a Pakistan-based gangster network, raising concerns of a potential terror plot.

Indian Youth Recruited for Terror by Pakistan Network: Police Bust Module

Indian Youth Recruited for Terror by Pakistan Network: Police Bust Module

Rediff.com23 Mar 2026

Delhi Police have busted a Pakistan-linked terror module recruiting Indian youth through social media, arresting a key operative and uncovering plans for potential attacks.

Interstate Psychotropic Drug Supply Network Busted in Delhi

Interstate Psychotropic Drug Supply Network Busted in Delhi

Rediff.com15 Mar 2026

Delhi Police have dismantled an interstate network involved in the illegal supply of psychotropic medicines, arresting four individuals and seizing a significant consignment of banned drugs.

India expands PNG network; rolls out 2.7L new connections in Mar

India expands PNG network; rolls out 2.7L new connections in Mar

Rediff.com10 hours ago

India significantly increased piped natural gas (PNG) connections in March as the government accelerates the expansion of cleaner fuel networks amid global supply disruptions.

Major LSD Supplier Arrested in Gurugram, Narcotics Network Uncovered

Major LSD Supplier Arrested in Gurugram, Narcotics Network Uncovered

Rediff.com13 Mar 2026

Himachal Pradesh Police have arrested a major supplier of LSD from Gurugram, uncovering a narcotics trafficking network. The accused, Naviel Harrison, was supplying LSD in exchange for cannabis.

Lucknow Arrests Uncover Maharashtra Drug Supply Network

Lucknow Arrests Uncover Maharashtra Drug Supply Network

Rediff.com6 days ago

Two individuals have been arrested in Lucknow for their involvement in a drug trafficking case originating in Maharashtra's Palghar district. The accused allegedly supplied narcotics to pubs, hotels, and private parties.

Drug Kingpin Arrested in Shimla, Interstate Network Busted

Drug Kingpin Arrested in Shimla, Interstate Network Busted

Rediff.com27 Feb 2026

Police in Shimla have arrested the alleged kingpin of an interstate drug trafficking network involved in the 'chitta' (adulterated heroin) trade. The accused, Hardeep Singh, was apprehended following a raid, and investigations are ongoing to uncover the full extent of the network.

Drug Trafficking Network Busted in Arunachal Pradesh: Four Arrested

Drug Trafficking Network Busted in Arunachal Pradesh: Four Arrested

Rediff.com22 Mar 2026

Police in Arunachal Pradesh have arrested four individuals in connection with drug trafficking, seizing heroin worth over Rs 1.6 lakh in Naharlagun.

Interstate Drug Supply Network Busted in Delhi, Two Arrested

Interstate Drug Supply Network Busted in Delhi, Two Arrested

Rediff.com7 Mar 2026

Delhi Police have dismantled an interstate drug supply network, arresting two individuals and seizing narcotics valued at over Rs 2 crore. The operation followed intelligence about drug trafficking, leading to the arrest of Sarthak Tyagi and Kulpreet Singh. The investigation is ongoing to identify other members of the supply chain.

Massive Cyber Fraud Network Busted: 2,900 Mule Accounts Used

Massive Cyber Fraud Network Busted: 2,900 Mule Accounts Used

Rediff.com10 Mar 2026

Police in Belagavi, Karnataka, have uncovered a large cyber fraud network using 2,900 mule bank accounts to funnel fraudulent transactions. The fraudsters target unemployed youth and women with promises of easy commissions, persuading them to share or open bank accounts used for illegal fund transfers.

Punjab Police Busts International Drug Network

Punjab Police Busts International Drug Network

Rediff.com28 Feb 2026

The Punjab Police's Anti-Narcotics Task Force (ANTF) has dismantled an international narcotics network operating across the Tricity region and Ludhiana, arresting six key operatives and seizing a large quantity of narcotics, MDMA tablets, and cocaine.

India No 2: 8 Countries Growing Electric Rail Network

India No 2: 8 Countries Growing Electric Rail Network

Rediff.com2 Mar 2026

India's rail modernisation drive has reached a critical milestone. With electrification reaching 99.2 per cent, Indian Railways is among the world's leading rail systems.

Woman Arrested for Aiding Cybercrime Network with Mule Bank Accounts

Woman Arrested for Aiding Cybercrime Network with Mule Bank Accounts

Rediff.com27 Feb 2026

Delhi Police arrested a 22-year-old woman for allegedly providing mule bank accounts to an interstate cybercrime network, recovering numerous ATM cards, cheque books, and electronic devices.

Delhi Police Disrupts Drug Network by Detaining Trafficker and Moving Him to Chennai

Delhi Police Disrupts Drug Network by Detaining Trafficker and Moving Him to Chennai

Rediff.com12 Mar 2026

Delhi Police have detained a 44-year-old drug trafficker and moved him to a Chennai prison under the PITNDPS Act to disrupt narcotics supply chains.

Gaurav Gogoi 'key player' in anti-India network: Himanta

Gaurav Gogoi 'key player' in anti-India network: Himanta

Rediff.com8 Feb 2026

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has accused Congress leader Gaurav Gogoi of being a key player in an anti-India network and his wife of being a Pakistani agent, leaving it to the 'people's court' to decide on Gogoi's activities against the country.

'Nationwide network?' SC asks Centre to probe missing children cases

'Nationwide network?' SC asks Centre to probe missing children cases

Rediff.com10 Feb 2026

The Supreme Court has directed the central government to investigate the possibility of a nationwide network or state-specific groups involved in the increasing number of missing children cases across India.

Illegal Kidney Transplant Ring Uncovered in Kanpur, Several Arrested

Illegal Kidney Transplant Ring Uncovered in Kanpur, Several Arrested

Rediff.com10 hours ago

Uttar Pradesh Police have dismantled an illegal kidney transplant racket operating in Kanpur, arresting five doctors and the alleged ringleader. The investigation revealed a network exploiting vulnerable individuals for profit, with potential links to other major cities and even international connections.

How Telangana Police Cracked Down on a Massive Mule Bank Account Fraud

How Telangana Police Cracked Down on a Massive Mule Bank Account Fraud

Rediff.com3 days ago

Telangana police have dismantled a large network operating illegal mule bank accounts used for fraudulent financial transactions, arresting 13 suspects and uncovering transactions worth approximately Rs 138 crore.

How AI is Transforming India's Telecom Sector, According to TRAI

How AI is Transforming India's Telecom Sector, According to TRAI

Rediff.com23 Mar 2026

TRAI Chairman Anil Kumar Lahoti highlights the increasing importance of Artificial Intelligence in the design, management, and experience of telecom networks in India, noting its role in self-optimising networks, cybersecurity, and preparing for 6G technology.

Police Investigate More Suspects in Kanpur Kidney Racket

Police Investigate More Suspects in Kanpur Kidney Racket

Rediff.com9 hours ago

Police in Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh, have identified additional suspects in an illegal kidney transplant racket involving multiple private hospitals, following the arrest of five doctors and the alleged kingpin.

Assam Heroin Bust Sparks Northeast Drug Alarm

Assam Heroin Bust Sparks Northeast Drug Alarm

Rediff.com4 days ago

The latest seizure adds to a series of drug hauls reported from Assam and other northeastern states in recent months, indicating the persistence of trafficking routes across the region.

Delhi Police Dismantle International Arms Smuggling Operation

Delhi Police Dismantle International Arms Smuggling Operation

Rediff.com6 days ago

Delhi Police have dismantled an international arms smuggling ring with links to Pakistan, Nepal, and Bangladesh, arresting 10 individuals and seizing a cache of sophisticated foreign-made weapons.

Two Arrested, 7kg Heroin Recovered in Amritsar Drug Bust

Two Arrested, 7kg Heroin Recovered in Amritsar Drug Bust

Rediff.com6 days ago

Punjab Police arrested two individuals in Amritsar and seized 7 kg of heroin from their possession. The suspects were allegedly involved in transporting large quantities of heroin, and further investigation is underway to uncover the larger narcotics network.

Customs Officials Arrest Six in Bengaluru Airport Drug Bust

Customs Officials Arrest Six in Bengaluru Airport Drug Bust

Rediff.com12 hours ago

Customs officials at Kempegowda International Airport in Bengaluru seized large quantities of hydroponic ganja from passengers arriving from Bangkok, leading to the arrest of six individuals.

Three Arrested in Vijayawada Over Extremist Social Media Activity

Three Arrested in Vijayawada Over Extremist Social Media Activity

Rediff.com7 days ago

Three men have been arrested in Vijayawada, India, for allegedly promoting extremist ideology on social media and suspected links to terror networks. The arrests were made following surveillance of online activities linked to radical content and propaganda.

How Punjab Police Busted an Inter-State Weapons Racket

How Punjab Police Busted an Inter-State Weapons Racket

Rediff.com5 days ago

Punjab Police have dismantled an inter-state illegal weapons supply module, arresting two individuals from Uttar Pradesh and seizing a cache of firearms.

Two Arrested in Patna Drug Raid, 25 Crore Worth of Narcotics Seized

Two Arrested in Patna Drug Raid, 25 Crore Worth of Narcotics Seized

Rediff.com3 days ago

Two individuals have been arrested in Patna, India, following a raid that uncovered approximately 25 crore worth of drugs. The operation revealed a sophisticated drug processing and distribution network, with investigations ongoing to identify further individuals involved.

Delhi Police Nab Suspected LeT Handler with ISI Links

Delhi Police Nab Suspected LeT Handler with ISI Links

Rediff.com1 days ago

Delhi Police have arrested a suspected Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) handler, Shabir Ahmed Lone, from the Ghazipur area. He is believed to have links with Pakistan's ISI and was allegedly involved in a terror module planning attacks in India.

ISI-backed Lashkar handler from J-K nabbed in Delhi; cops trace B'desh links

ISI-backed Lashkar handler from J-K nabbed in Delhi; cops trace B'desh links

Rediff.com1 days ago

Delhi Police have arrested a suspected Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) handler, Shabir Ahmed Lone, in Delhi, uncovering a terror module with links to Pakistan's ISI. Lone is accused of running a network involved in pasting anti-national posters and planning terror activities across India.

How AI is Deciphering the Secrets of Intricate Kolam Designs

How AI is Deciphering the Secrets of Intricate Kolam Designs

Rediff.com6 days ago

Researchers have developed an AI algorithm capable of generating intricate 'sikku' kolam patterns, traditionally drawn by hand in South India. This innovative approach transforms a cultural art form into a complex computational challenge, with potential applications in various fields.

AI Algorithm Cracks the Code of Intricate Kolam Art

AI Algorithm Cracks the Code of Intricate Kolam Art

Rediff.com6 days ago

Researchers have developed an AI algorithm capable of generating intricate 'sikku' kolam patterns, an ancient Indian art form traditionally drawn by hand. The algorithm transforms this cultural practice into a complex computational challenge with potential applications in various technical fields.

IIT Kharagpur Director Calls for Calcutta University to Embrace Global Knowledge Sharing

IIT Kharagpur Director Calls for Calcutta University to Embrace Global Knowledge Sharing

Rediff.com23 Mar 2026

IIT Kharagpur Director Suman Chakraborty urged Calcutta University to become a key player in a globally networked knowledge ecosystem during the university's convocation. He emphasised the importance of knowledge sharing, curiosity, and leveraging science and technology to solve problems.

What Secrets Did Sumit Kumar Give Pakistan?

What Secrets Did Sumit Kumar Give Pakistan?

Rediff.com23 Mar 2026

Prayagraj native Sumit Kumar is suspected to have passed on sensitive information related to air force operations, including details of fighter aircraft deployment, missile systems and information concerning officers and personnel.

Cyber Fraud Ring Busted: 11 Arrested in Delhi, Mumbai Operation

Cyber Fraud Ring Busted: 11 Arrested in Delhi, Mumbai Operation

Rediff.com7 days ago

Delhi Police have arrested 11 individuals involved in a cyber fraud racket operating from Delhi and Mumbai, which allegedly defrauded a senior citizen of over Rs 22 lakh with promises of high investment returns. The network is linked to international operators in Cambodia.

Kingpin Arrested in India for Trafficking Citizens to Myanmar Cyber Scam Operations

Kingpin Arrested in India for Trafficking Citizens to Myanmar Cyber Scam Operations

Rediff.com5 days ago

The CBI has arrested an Indian national accused of trafficking citizens to cyber scam compounds in Myanmar, where they were forced to participate in cyber fraud.

Airpay and MSCB Team Up to Expand Digital Payments in Maharashtra's Rural Co-operative Sector

Airpay and MSCB Team Up to Expand Digital Payments in Maharashtra's Rural Co-operative Sector

Rediff.com4 days ago

Airpay Payment Services has partnered with Maharashtra State Co-operative Bank (MSCB) to enable UPI-based digital payments across the lender's network in Maharashtra, aiming to accelerate financial inclusion in rural areas.

Ashwini Bhide becomes BMC's 1st woman commissioner

Ashwini Bhide becomes BMC's 1st woman commissioner

Rediff.com13 hours ago

Senior IAS officer Ashwini Bhide has been appointed as the first woman commissioner of the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC).

Arms Smuggling Attempt Foiled in Amritsar; Gangster Link Suspected

Arms Smuggling Attempt Foiled in Amritsar; Gangster Link Suspected

Rediff.com2 days ago

Punjab Police in Amritsar foiled an arms smuggling attempt, recovering illegal weapons and linking the consignment to gangster Gurpreet Singh alias Goldy Dhillon.