300 illicit liquor cartons seized in Chandigarh
Chandigarh Police confiscate 300 cartons of illegal liquor in a major raid, arresting one suspect. Details on the operation and ongoing investigation inside.
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Udaipur Bus Crash Kills 2, Illegal Liquor Seized
A tragic bus accident on Udaipur's Highway-48 leaves 2 dead and 13 injured. Police investigation uncovers illegal liquor smuggling. Details on the crash and ongoing probe inside.
Amritsar Police Seize 6 Illegal Firearms, Arrest 2
Amritsar police crack down on illegal arms, recovering six firearms in separate incidents. Two arrested as investigations into smuggling networks intensify. Read the full story.
ED Officer in Kerala Gold Case Given Premature Retirement
P Radhakrishnan, the ED deputy director who investigated the 2020 diplomatic gold smuggling case, has been sent on premature retirement. Explore the details and implications of this significant development.
DRI seizes 29 kg gold, Rs 2.9 cr cash in Agartala-Delhi op
DRI dismantles an international gold smuggling syndicate, seizing over 29 kg of gold worth Rs 40 crore and Rs 2.9 crore cash in coordinated Agartala-Delhi raids. Read the full investigation details.
Coimbatore cracks down on illegal Kerala lottery smuggling
Despite strict border vigil, illegal lottery ticket smuggling from Kerala to Coimbatore continues. Police seized tickets worth Rs 14.87 lakh in 2025 and arrested 723 people. Read about the ongoing crackdown.
Three Held with Khairwood in Jalandhar Police Operation
Jalandhar police arrested three individuals and recovered a significant quantity of valuable Khairwood. The operation highlights ongoing efforts to combat illegal timber trade in Punjab.
Kolkata Bizman Loses Rs 12L to Fake Officers in Timber Scam
A Kolkata businessman was cheated of Rs 11.5 lakh in a timber investment scam by individuals posing as senior IPS and IB officers. An FIR has been registered at Posta Police Station. Read the full details.
Security Boost on Open India-Nepal Border After Arrests
India declares sensitive stretches of the India-Nepal border high-security zones after arrests of foreign nationals & rising drug smuggling. SSB intensifies patrols.
Rs 30 Lakh Foreign Liquor Seized in Motihari Fodder Truck
Motihari excise officials, acting on a tip-off, intercepted a truck from UP and seized 100 cartons of foreign liquor concealed in fodder. Read the full story of the smuggling attempt.
119 Arrested in Punjab Drug Smuggling Crackdown
Punjab Police arrest 119 individuals in a major anti-drug operation across the state. The crackdown targets smugglers and seizes significant contraband. Read the full report on the ongoing war against drugs.
Mass Deportations Spark Smuggling Crackdown in India
The deportation of 330 Indians in early 2025 has led to a major crackdown on cross-border smuggling and illegal migration networks in Punjab, Haryana, and Gujarat. Read the full investigation.
Rs 14 Crore Drugs, Diamonds, Gold Seized at Mumbai Airport
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.
Rs 20 Cr Heroin, Drone Seized in Cross-Border Smuggling Bust
Rawla police, with BSF, intercepts drone-delivered heroin from Pakistan, arresting three. Over 4 kg of narcotics seized in a major border security success. Read the full details.
Liquor Mafia's New Train Smuggling Formula Exposed in Prayagraj
GRP Prayagraj arrests youth, uncovers liquor mafia's new train-route smuggling tactic using unemployed youths. Details on the commission-based network and police probe inside.
Court denies bail in 500kg heroin case, rejects marriage plea
A special NIA court in Ahmedabad refused temporary bail to Manzoor Ahmed Mir, accused in a major heroin smuggling case. He sought release to convince his wife against divorce. Read the full details.
Israel busts drone-based weapons smuggling network in Negev
Israeli security forces dismantle a major drone-based weapons smuggling network in the Negev desert. Discover how they intercepted the sophisticated operation.
Man caught smuggling gold dust worth Rs 2.5 crore in rectum
Mumbai AIU arrests man for smuggling 849 grams of gold dust from Bangkok. The gold, valued at Rs 2.5 crore, was concealed in capsules inside his body. Read the full investigation details.
Exotic Animals Smuggled from Bangkok Seized at Pune Airport
DRI Pune seizes exotic animals smuggled on IndiGo flight from Bangkok. A man and woman arrested. One rare monkey found dead. International smuggling ring suspected. Read the full investigation details.
Sand Smugglers Attack Officials in Krishnagiri, Arrested
An earthmover operator and a tipper truck driver were arrested in Krishnagiri for attempting to murder a tahsildar and deputies who foiled their illegal sand mining operation. Read the full details of the dramatic incident.
Forest Staff Suspected in Madikeri Teakwood Smuggling Racket
Investigation intensifies into teakwood smuggling from Kajur Reserve Forest near Madikeri. 59 logs seized, one staff missing, and insider involvement suspected. Read the latest developments.
Over ₹1 Crore Opium, Smuggled Cigarettes Seized in Assam
Assam Police seize 1.2 kg opium & smuggled cigarettes worth over ₹1 crore in Karimganj. Two arrested in major crackdown on cross-border smuggling.
Bhopal Timber Market Fire: 5-Hour Battle, Crores Lost
A massive fire at Bhopal's Bharat Talkies timber market destroyed property worth crores. 22 fire tenders fought the blaze for 5 hours. Read about the risks and repeated warnings.
Tirupati Red Sanders Smuggling: 263 Arrests, 35 Tons Seized
Tirupati's anti-smuggling task force had a landmark 2025, arresting 263, seizing 35 tons of red sanders logs worth Rs 47 crore, and nabbing 10 most-wanted smugglers. Read the full story.
Illegal property razed in Delhi's Amar Colony, 5 booked
South Delhi Municipal Corporation demolishes an illegally constructed property in Amar Colony. Five individuals, including the property owner, have been booked for obstruction. Read the full report.
Two arrested for smuggling red sanders, gutka near Chennai
Chennai police arrested two men in Gummidipoondi for smuggling red sandalwood and gutka from Andhra Pradesh. Details on the seizures and ongoing investigations here.
Rs 3.11 Crore Cannabis Seized at Surat Airport from Bangkok Passenger
Customs AIU at Surat Airport seizes 3.11 kg cannabis worth Rs 3.11 crore from a woman arriving from Bangkok. This marks the second such case in a week, raising concerns about the airport becoming a transit hub for international drug smuggling. Read more.
DRI busts Rs 4 crore smuggling racket at Mumbai airport
DRI arrests six, seizes 186 iPhones & Pakistani cosmetics worth Rs 4 crore at Mumbai airport. Syndicate busted based on specific intelligence from Dubai. Read the full investigation details.
DRI seizes Rs 4 crore iPhones from Pakistan at Mumbai airport
DRI arrests six, seizes 186 high-end iPhones & cosmetics from Pakistan worth Rs 4 crore at Mumbai airport. The accused were part of a smuggling syndicate. Read the full investigation details.
Patna cops intercept river liquor smuggling, bust fake factory
Patna police thwart liquor smuggling via the Ganga river and uncover a counterfeit foreign liquor factory ahead of festive season. Read the full details of the late-night operation and raid.
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