Seven individuals, including the son of an Andhra Pradesh IAS officer, were arrested in Hyderabad for allegedly consuming narcotic drugs during a pub raid conducted by the Telangana's EAGLE Force.
A man in Bengaluru was arrested for uploading a misleading video claiming a person was under the influence of a 'zombie drug,' leading to public panic and misinformation.
Bengaluru police have seized drugs worth approximately 5.14 crore and arrested 11 individuals, including two foreign nationals, following raids across multiple police station jurisdictions.
Police in Thane, Maharashtra, have arrested a Nigerian national, Enugu, for possessing 261.5 grams of cocaine worth Rs 78.45 lakh. The arrest was made in Mira Road East, and investigations are ongoing to dismantle the supply network.
Four inter-state narcotics smugglers were arrested and around 10 kg of cannabis worth over Rs 30 lakh was seized by the anti narcotics task force in outskirts of Jammu city on Wednesday, officials said.
Bengaluru police have arrested five individuals for allegedly trafficking MDMA and ganja in various parts of the city. The operation resulted in the seizure of drugs and other items worth 5.77 crore.
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.
The Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) has detained Sandeep Singh, a major drug trafficker, for a year under the PITNDPS Act, following a history of drug-related criminal activities and cross-border operations.
Delhi Police have apprehended four juveniles, all school dropouts and drug addicts, for allegedly stabbing a man and robbing his mobile phone in the Pandav Nagar area.
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.
A woman in Baghpat, Uttar Pradesh, has been arrested for allegedly murdering her 34-year-old husband with the assistance of her lover. Police investigation, including CCTV footage and post-mortem findings, led to her confession. The lover remains at large.
Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha announced strict measures to combat drug trafficking in Jammu and Kashmir, including property confiscation and document revocation.
Four CID personnel in Himachal Pradesh have been arrested for their alleged involvement in drug trafficking, following the seizure of LSD strips and subsequent investigation.
Police in Anantnag, Jammu and Kashmir, have arrested three alleged drug peddlers in two separate incidents, seizing a significant quantity of charas.
The Central Drugs Laboratories identified 60 drug samples as 'not of standard quality' in February, while state labs found 134 substandard samples. Investigations are underway for spurious drugs manufactured by unauthorised companies.
Police in Udhampur, Jammu and Kashmir, have arrested four individuals suspected of drug peddling and seized heroin from them at various locations.
The Assam Rifles and police in Mizoram seized methamphetamine tablets worth over Rs 23 crore from an abandoned vehicle in Champhai district. The peddlers fled, and a manhunt is underway.
Nagpur police seized mephedrone worth Rs 24.25 lakh and arrested three drug traffickers from Madhya Pradesh near Kelwad Toll Plaza. The total seizure, including an SUV and mobile phones, is valued at Rs 40.25 lakh. The accused were attempting to sell the drugs after their initial recipient refused the consignment.
A 22-year-old Delhi University student was arrested in north Delhi with 195 grams of hydroponic marijuana, valued at Rs 20 lakh. He allegedly supplied the drug, known as OG, to college students to fund a lavish lifestyle. Police are investigating the supply chain.
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.
Customs officials at Delhi airport arrested an Indian passenger arriving from Bangkok after seizing approximately 6.9 kg of suspected marijuana, valued at Rs 2.43 crore, from his baggage. The passenger faces charges under the NDPS Act, and an investigation into the drug's origin and destination is underway.
The CBI has arrested a Delhi Police Crime Branch Inspector and a middleman for allegedly demanding a Rs 3 crore bribe to influence an investigation into a fake drug manufacturing case. A senior DGCA official is also under scrutiny for their alleged involvement in the bribery scheme.
Punjab Police, in collaboration with the Border Security Force, dismantled a cross-border drug smuggling operation, arresting three individuals and seizing a significant quantity of heroin, cash, and a drone used for deliveries from Pakistan.
A Station House Officer (SHO) in Hoshiarpur, Punjab, has been shifted to Police Lines following a fact-finding inquiry initiated by Punjab Police. This action comes after news reports linked the officer to an extortion-related investigation by the US Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) under "Operation Hard Ball," targeting India-based organised crime syndicates. The US indictment alleges the officer's involvement in a $400,000 extortion scheme using false murder charges, drawing significant political criticism.
Jammu police have intensified their crackdown on narcotics under the 'Nasha Mukt Abhiyan', with a zero-tolerance approach. The SSP has warned of strict accountability for police personnel and highlighted the alarming rise in drug peddling, terming it a conspiracy by an 'enemy country'.
Telangana's EAGLE Force, in coordination with Customs and NCB, has dismantled an international 'OG Ganja' smuggling ring operating between Bangkok and India. The operation led to the arrest of a woman junior artist and the seizure of 2.15 kg of cannabis, exposing a larger syndicate that exploits vulnerable women as drug carriers.
Sikkim Police seized drugs worth 15 lakh and arrested one person in Gangtok. The accused, a meat shop owner, was found with 311.62 gm of brown sugar in his rented room.
Three individuals have been arrested in Mangaluru, Karnataka, following a raid by the City Crime Branch police, resulting in the seizure of MDMA and other items.
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.
Authorities in Uttar Pradesh's Gonda district have seized a large consignment of codeine-based cough syrup, prompting an investigation into its procurement and intended distribution. The seizure led to a halt in sales as officials examine records and supply chain details to verify the legality of the transaction.
A TDP MP and former BRS MLA are among six people detained in Hyderabad after testing positive for drug consumption following a raid on a farmhouse party.
Nepal police have arrested an Indian and a Thai national in separate incidents related to drug trafficking. The arrests occurred at Tribhuvan International Airport and in Balaju Chowk, Kathmandu.
A coordinated international operation, 'Operation Hard Ball', led to the arrest of 24 alleged members and associates of three India-based criminal syndicates, including the Lawrence Bishnoi gang, across the US, Canada, and Europe.
Two individuals were arrested in Nurpur, Kangra district, after police recovered over 1 kg of charas from their car during a special checking operation, leading to a case registered under the NDPS Act.
A TDP MP and former BRS MLA were among those detained after a drug raid at a farmhouse in Moinabad, Hyderabad. Some individuals tested positive for drug consumption, and a businessman was detained for allegedly firing a weapon.
Police in Jammu and Kashmir's Doda district have arrested three individuals for alleged drug peddling and recovered cannabis from their possession during a routine patrol.
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.
Nagpur police seized 7.5 kilograms of mephedrone worth 2.25 crore from a rented flat in Uppalwadi, leading to the arrest of an alleged member of an interstate peddling network.
DRI sleuths at Chennai International Airport seized five kgs of crystal methamphetamine, valued at Rs 5 crore, from a passenger attempting to board a flight to Kuala Lumpur. The passenger has been arrested, and an investigation is underway to uncover the broader drug network.
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.