CRPF Officer, Wife Held for Child Abuse in Noida
A CRPF commandant and his wife face arrest for allegedly torturing a 10-year-old girl at their Greater Noida residence. The child suffered broken ribs, head injuries, and is on ventilator support.
Category : Search result: drug abuse crisis India
Youth Dies of Suspected Drug Overdose in Jalandhar
A young man in Jalandhar has died from a suspected drug overdose, marking the fourth such incident this month, raising concerns about drug abuse in the region.
Punjab's School Action Plan to Guard Youth Against Drugs
Punjab's Education Minister Harjot Singh Bains unveils a comprehensive school action plan to combat drug abuse among students. The strategy includes awareness, counseling, and community involvement to create a protective shield for young minds.
Goa drug seizures up 700%, police target network core
Goa police report a staggering 700% surge in drug seizure value for 2025, vowing to dismantle the narcotics network by targeting kingpins and leveraging inter-agency coordination. Read about the new strategy.
Mizoram Sees Record 118 Drug Deaths in 2025
Mizoram faces a severe drug crisis as 2025 records 118 deaths, the highest in two decades. Officials reveal alarming seizure data and a rising trend in mixed-drug abuse. Read the full report.
Coimbatore: 3 arrested for peddling drugs to youth
Podanur police in Coimbatore arrested three men for supplying ganja and painkillers to local youth. Seized 5 kg cannabis, 200 tablets, and syringes. Read the full details.
NCB seizes 7.31 kg heroin in Manipur, arrests two
NCB and Assam Rifles bust major drug trafficking module from Myanmar in Manipur, recovering 7.31 kg heroin worth Rs 15 crore. Two arrested from Churachandpur. Read details.
Gurugram's 'No Nasha Nation' Campaign Fights Substance Abuse
DAV Public School, Sector 14, spearheaded a city-wide anti-drug awareness drive in Gurugram with 100 Kundiya Hawans, street plays, and community sessions. Key leaders joined to pledge for a drug-free society. Join the movement!
Jalandhar's Month-Long Drug Awareness Drive Concludes
The Jalandhar District Legal Services Authority successfully concluded a month-long drug awareness drive, reaching thousands across villages and educational institutions to combat substance abuse.
NCB seizes drugs worth Rs 2000 crore, arrests 994 traffickers
Narcotics Control Bureau's 2025 crackdown led to seizure of 1.3 lakh kg drugs worth Rs 2000 crore & 994 arrests. Conviction rate rose to 67%. Read the full report.
Telangana Cyber Unit Registers 869 Child Abuse Cases
Telangana police saw a massive surge in arrests for online child sexual abuse material after launching a dedicated unit. Read how AI and international alerts are driving the crackdown.
Jhalsa's Statewide Anti-Drug Drive Targets Youth
Jharkhand Legal Services Authority launches a massive awareness campaign against drug abuse, focusing on youth. The drive includes rallies, school sessions, and helpline promotion, culminating on Swami Vivekananda's birth anniversary. Join the fight for a
J&K Imams Join Govt's Anti-Drug Drive
Jammu & Kashmir government holds workshop for over 100 mosque imams to combat rising heroin addiction. Officials reveal alarming statistics and a 3-stage strategy for awareness and rehabilitation.
Kashmir ANTF arrests female drug peddler, probes network
ANTF Kashmir arrests a key female drug peddler, highlighting a shift with women taking lead roles in the narcotics trade. Investigations are on to dismantle the wider network. Read the full story.
Major Drug Bust in Jalandhar: Four Arrested, Lakhs Seized
Jalandhar police arrested four individuals and recovered a large quantity of drugs, including heroin and intoxicant powder. The operation highlights ongoing efforts to combat the drug menace in Punjab.
52 test positive for drugs in Mangaluru, 25 are students
In a major New Year crackdown, Mangaluru police screened 1000 suspects, finding 52 drug-positive cases including 25 students. Read the full details of the operation.
9 Held in Ludhiana Drug Bust Following Landlord Complaint
Ludhiana police arrested nine individuals for drug peddling after a landlord reported suspicious activity. The raid uncovered heroin and cash. Read the full story.
Himachal's Decisive Battle Against Rising Narcotics Cases
Himachal Pradesh launches a major crackdown on narcotics as cases surge 28%. Learn about the state's new strategy, key arrests, and community initiatives to combat the drug menace.
Khanna Police 2025 Anti-Drug Drive: 1250 Arrests, Big Haul
Khanna police in Punjab's Ludhiana district report a massive 2025 anti-drug crackdown with 719 cases & 1250 arrests. Heroin, opium, poppy husk seized. Read the full details of the war on drugs.
NCB Files Chargesheet in Major Darknet Drug Racket 'Ketamelon'
NCB files chargesheet in Kochi's 'Ketamelon' darknet drug case, seizing LSD, ketamine & Rs 90 lakh crypto. Mastermind among 4 accused. Read the full investigation details.
JD(S) to Protest Karnataka Drug Menace After Maharashtra Bust
JD(S) warns of state-wide protests, accusing the Karnataka government of failing to curb the drug menace. This follows a major drug factory bust by Maharashtra ANTF. Read more.
Drug Raw Materials Worth Rs 1.2 Cr Seized in Joint Raids
Maharashtra ANTF & Karnataka Police conducted joint raids in Bengaluru & Belagavi, seizing chemicals worth Rs 1.2 crore. Home Minister clarifies value, details arrests. #DrugBust #KarnatakaPolice
8 Test Positive for Drugs at Hyderabad DJ Artbat Event
EAGLE Force arrests 8 for drug abuse at a Kondapur DJ party. Police warn youth ahead of New Year celebrations. Read the full details of the raid and recent seizures.
Amritsar: Police, BSF seize 767 grams of 'Ice' drug
In a major joint operation, Amritsar police and BSF personnel seized 767 grams of the synthetic drug 'Ice' (methamphetamine). One suspect was arrested near the India-Pakistan border. Read the full details of the cross-border smuggling attempt.
Hisar's 2024 Drug Crisis: Over 1,100 Arrests Made
Hisar district in Haryana continued its battle against narcotics in 2024 with over 1,100 arrests. Explore the police crackdown, new smuggling trends, and the ongoing societal challenge.
Goa drug haul value jumps 700%, arrests increase in 2025
Goa police report a staggering 700% surge in drug seizure value to Rs 78 crore in 2025, with 206 arrests. Discover the key trends and major busts shaping the state's anti-narcotics drive.
Mizoram's 2024 drug toll hits 111, worst in 20 years
Mizoram faces its deadliest year of drug abuse in two decades with 111 fatalities in 2024. The state's cumulative drug-related deaths since 1984 now stand at 1,990. Read the full report.
Drug-Free Mangaluru: 20,000 to Join Mega Marathon in 2026
Mangaluru launches a massive anti-drug campaign with a 20,000-person marathon in Jan 2026, 100 awareness programs, and counseling initiatives. Join the movement for a drug-free city.
Nagpur: Rs 53 Lakh MD Drug Seized, Two Arrested
Nagpur police arrested two men from Rajasthan and seized MD drugs worth over Rs 53 lakh near Wanadongri. Read the full details of the narcotics bust here.
Nagpur: ₹53.3 Lakh MD Seized, Two Rajasthan Men Held
Nagpur MIDC police arrest two from Rajasthan, seize 533gm mephedrone worth ₹53.30 lakh ahead of New Year. Operation Thunder uncovers interstate drug network targeting city celebrations.
Page 1 of 4