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Nationwide anti-narcotics fortnightly drives to begin from September

Anti-drug agencies will launch a year-long national enforcement drive starting September. This initiative includes apprehending absconding offenders and inspecting medical shops for drug diversion. Special drives will target foreigners and focus on preparing dossiers against fugitives. The plan also involves awareness programs and coordinated checks at all entry points. These…

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Pune court remands 'drug kingpin' Virender Singh Basoya to NCB custody till August 21

Virender Singh Basoya, an alleged drug kingpin, was extradited from the UAE to India. A Pune court has remanded him to NCB custody until August 21. Basoya is accused in a multi-crore drug haul involving significant mephedrone seizures. He allegedly coordinated drug trafficking activities from foreign shores. The NCB secured…

The Economic Times

Line BK retains cautious approach

Line BK, one of Thailand's first digital banking platforms, has spent years developing its data analytics capabilities to better identify borrowers and ensure loans are extended to the appropriate customers.

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AI profiling of traffickers at airports, screening of students in varsities part of India's maiden drug control vision

India will deploy AI passenger profiling and drug screening in educational institutions. This national roadmap aims to combat drug trafficking over the next three years. The plan includes strengthening airport interdiction and establishing independent narcotic cells. Digital tracking of pharmaceutical drugs and regulating e-pharmacies are also key initiatives. The government…

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India proposes dedicated BRICS Virtual Working Group to combat drug trafficking

In a proactive move, India has suggested establishing a dedicated virtual working group within BRICS to address the increasingly sophisticated patterns of narcotics trafficking. Director General Anurag Garg noted that modern drug trafficking has become a global crisis, with a particular emphasis on synthetic drugs and the importance of collaborative…

The Economic Times

India proposes dedicated BRICS Virtual Working Group to combat narcotics trafficking

India has proposed a dedicated virtual working group for BRICS nations to combat evolving drug trafficking trends. Speaking at a Guwahati meet of anti-drug agency heads, NCB Director General Anurag Garg highlighted the global threat posed by sophisticated methods. The proposed group aims to facilitate real-time intelligence exchange, analyze shifting…

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ED raids in Maharashtra, Gujarat in Salim Dola drugs case

The Enforcement Directorate conducted raids across Maharashtra and Gujarat. The probe targets Mohammad Salim Dola, an alleged drug trafficker linked to the Dawood gang. Dola was recently extradited to India from Turkiye. Searches are underway at locations connected to chemical suppliers, traders, accountants, and hawala operators. This action follows a…

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India extends NCB chief Anurag Garg's tenure till July next year

Anurag Garg, Narcotics Control Bureau chief, has received an extended tenure. His service as Director General of NCB will now continue until July 31, 2027. This extension aligns with his superannuation date. The NCB has recently achieved significant successes, including the seizure of Captagon, a drug linked to extremist networks.

The Economic Times

Jihadi drug explained: What is Captagon? 227.7 kg of tablets & powder worth Rs 182 crore seized in India’s 'Operation Ragepill'

Jihadi drug: India has achieved its first-ever seizure of Captagon, a synthetic stimulant known as the ‘Jihadi drug’, valued at Rs 182 crore. The massive anti-narcotics operation, 'Operation Ragepill', led by the NCB, also resulted in the arrest of a Syrian national linked to an international drug syndicate.

The Economic Times

Narcotics officer who arrested Shah Rukh Khan’s son files lawsuit over portrayal in Netflix show

Officer claims series intends to malign his ‘reputation in a colourable and prejudicial manner’

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Gujarat: 700 kg methamphetamine seized from international drug cartel

In a landmark achievement in the fight against drug trafficking, Indian authorities. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Delhi NCR: Police and NCB bust secret meth lab, 5 arrested

NCB, in coordination with the Delhi police Special Cell, busted a methamphetamine manufacturing unit in UP Gautam Budh Nagar, arrested 5 persons and seized about 95 kg of drugs. Read further on Dynamite News:

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MP drug seizure case: Accused shoots self in leg to avoid police grilling, taken into custody in Mandsaur

An accused in the Rs 1,814 crore drug seizure from a Bhopal factory was taken into police custody in Mandsaur district after he allegedly shot himself in the foot apparently to avoid police interrogation and then surrendered in Mandsaur, an official said.? Read further on Dynamite News:

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NCB Mumbai disposes about 982 kg of illicit drugs

Mumbai Zonal Unit of the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) has disposed of about 982.100 kg of illicit drugs, which were earlier seized by the national nodal drug law enforcement agency Read further on Dynamite News

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Jharkhand: NCB seizes over 4300 kg poppy straw in Ranchi; arrests 3 accused

In a significant blow to drug traffickers, the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) has seized 4317 kg of poppy straw loaded in a triple-axle lorry and arrested three accused in Ranchi. Read further on Dynamite News:

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ED arrests former DMK leader Jaffer Sadiq in drug-related money laundering case

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has arrested former DMK leader Jaffer Sadiq in a drug-related money laundering case.

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Bike rally by NCB in Chandigarh to create awareness for addiction-free country

'NCB is conducting various programmes to make the public aware and have a decisive fight against the drug.' Read further on Dynamite News:

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MHA alerts against 'blackmail', 'digital arrest' by cyber criminals posing govt agency officers

The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) on Tuesday issued a warning about cyber criminals who are engaged in 'blackmail' and 'digital arrest' while impersonating as officers from government agencies like NCB, CBI, RBI and other Law Enforcement Agencies as well as state and Union Territory Police. Read further on Dynamite…

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Mumbai NCB busts interstate drug syndicate, arrest 2 people

With the arrest of two people, the Narcotics Control Bureau of Mumbai claimed to have busted an interstate drug syndicate and recovered 500 grams of mephedrone. Read further on Dynamite News:

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14 Pakistan nationals arrested with 86 kg narcotics off Gujarat coast

Gujarat ATS and NCB seize Pakistani boat with 86 kg drugs worth ₹602 crore off Porbandar coast.

The Times of India

Chief of NCB SIT that gave Shah Rukh Khan's son Aryan Khan a 'clean chit' in drugs case takes VRS on 'personal grounds'

NCB deputy director general (DDG) Sanjay Kumar Singh, who headed an SIT that gave a clean chit to actor Shah Rukh Khan's son Aryan Khan in the drugs-on-cruise case, has taken VRS just 8 months before his retirement. The 1996-batch Indian Police Service (IPS) officer from the Odisha cadre is…

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Drug cartel | Enforcement Directorate finds significant cash pumped into real estate and movie production in Tamil Nadu

Enforcement Directorate uncovers cash laundering through financiers in movie production, hospitality industry in Chennai drug smuggling probe.

The Hindu

Ex-DMK functionary Jaffer Sadiq faces ED raids in drugs money laundering case

Enforcement Directorate raids in Tamil Nadu linked to drug trafficking and money laundering involving former DMK functionary Jaffer Sadiq.

The Hindu

Watch | Drugs, money trail and politics: The Jaffer Sadiq case

In this episode, we look at the impact of the Jaffer Sadiq case on the DMK and how PM Narendra Modi has turned this into a poll issue, the blame game, and more.

The Hindu

Incriminating documents seized from Jaffer Sadiq’s godown in Chennai: NCB officials

NCB seizes incriminating documents from godown of international drug trafficking mastermind Jaffer Sadiq in Chennai.

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