Indore Police Seize Banned Chinese Kite String
Indore police intensify crackdown on deadly Chinese kite string (manjha), arresting two and seizing stock. Action follows ban due to severe injuries to humans and birds. Read more.
Indore police intensify crackdown on deadly Chinese kite string (manjha), arresting two and seizing stock. Action follows ban due to severe injuries to humans and birds. Read more.
Punjab Police crack down on narcotics in Banga, arresting individuals and seizing heroin, poppy husk, and intoxicant tablets. Read about the ongoing war on drugs.
Banned glass-coated kite string (manja) injures hundreds of birds annually in Bengaluru. Rescue cases surged to 790 in 2025. Learn about the impact and conservation efforts.
Banned glass-coated kite string (manja) injures hundreds of birds in Bengaluru yearly. Rescue cases soared to 790 in 2025. Learn about the crisis and conservation efforts.
Punjab Police's ANTF and BSF seized 19.98kg heroin near Amritsar, arresting four, including a key operative linked to Pakistan-based handlers. Read the full details of the cross-border drug bust.
India's DGTR initiates an anti-dumping investigation into imports of nylon chips from China and Russia following a complaint by Gujarat Polyfilms. The probe aims to protect the domestic textiles industry.
Gujarat gears up for the International Kite Festival 2026! Discover the official dates for Uttarayan and key venues in Ahmedabad, Vadodara, Surat, and Rajkot. Plan your visit now!
Bombay High Court's Nagpur bench expressed anger as most Vidarbha districts ignored its order to publish public notices on banned nylon manja. The court has now ordered immediate action. Read the full story.
Amritsar Deputy Commissioner issues strict ban on Chinese kite string (manjha), urges public to report violations. Crackdown follows severe injuries and fatalities.
Indore police arrested three individuals for selling and using banned Chinese manjha. String seized, shops sealed, and cases filed under BNS. Read the full details of the operation.
An owl entangled in kite string (manja) was rescued in Pardi village, Valsad. Animal activists warn of the severe threat manja poses to birds, especially nocturnal species like owls, during the kite-flying season.
Despite a nationwide ban, deadly Chinese manja is being sold on e-commerce and social media sites ahead of Sankranti, causing severe injuries to birds, animals, and humans. Authorities vow action.
A 22-year-old man in Ujjain suffered a grievous throat injury after a Chinese kite string entangled his neck while riding a bike. Read about the shocking incident and the rescue efforts.
Nashik police have externed 519 criminals for 15 days to ensure free & fair civic elections and prevent the sale of banned nylon manja during Makar Sankranti. Read more.
India initiates anti-dumping investigation into nylon-6 chip imports from China & Russia after domestic firms allege injury. Probe examines price suppression & market share loss.
Hyderabad's AWCS organised a run to highlight nylon manja dangers. The banned string kills birds & harms humans. Over 5,000 birds rescued since 2019. Pledge to fly kites responsibly.
Jalandhar police arrested two men and seized 20 bags of deadly Chinese kite string (manjha). The banned material poses a severe threat to humans and birds. Read the full story.
Chennai Customs officials seized 700g of gold paste worth ₹1 crore from a Dubai passenger. The gold was cleverly concealed in a rubbery ball. Read the full story of the airport bust.
In a major bust, Mumbai Customs seized hydroponic weed, diamonds, and gold worth Rs 14 crore from a passenger arriving from London. Details on the multi-crore seizure at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport.
Ahead of Thane civic polls, authorities seize narcotics and liquor worth Rs 2.75 crore to ensure free & fair elections. Read about the massive pre-poll crackdown.
A minor kite-flying argument among children in Indore's Kulkarni Nagar escalated into a brutal assault where a man's thumb was bitten off. Police have registered an FIR and are investigating CCTV footage. Read the shocking details.
Jaipur's traditional kite markets are buzzing with colours but sales await a boost. Traders expect a rush despite a 25-40% price hike and weather challenges. Read more.
Delhi Development Authority organizes a free 3-day kite festival at Baansera, Jan 16-18. Explore kite history, international displays, food, and cultural performances. Join thousands of visitors!
Jalandhar police arrested four individuals and seized a large quantity of drugs, including heroin and intoxicant powder. The operation highlights ongoing efforts to combat drug trafficking in Punjab. Read more.
Customs at Ahmedabad's SVPI Airport seized 7.7kg of high-grade hydroponic cannabis from a Bangkok passenger. Valued at Rs 8 crore, the bust was based on DRI intelligence. Read the full story.
PAU police in Ludhiana book two men for blackmailing a schoolboy and extorting over Rs 90,000 using a banned kite string ploy. The teen fell into depression before his family intervened. Read the full details.
DRI officials at Mumbai airport seized 3.05 kg of 24-carat gold dust worth Rs 3.8 crore from a Bahrain arrival. Read the full details of the smuggling attempt.
As Bhopal prepares for Makar Sankranti, officials warn banned Chinese manjha kite strings risk massive power outages and fatal accidents. Learn the high-risk zones and safety measures.
A 17-year-old boy in Ujjain is critically injured after a Chinese kite string slit his throat near Jaysinghpura Mali temple. Read the shocking details of the incident and the police response.
Telangana unveils ambitious Tourism Policy 2025-2030, securing over ₹22,324 crore in investments to generate 90,000 jobs. Key initiatives include international festivals and 27 special tourism zones.