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India wages war on drug trade; hydroponic ganja from Thailand, 4 crore smuggled cigarettes seized

From airborne drug smuggling routes to tobacco tax evasion, the government intensifies enforcement with tech-driven tracking and international cooperation. The Government of India has reported major enforcement actions against the growing menace of illicit trade in narcotics and tobacco.

Jul 23, 2025

Flash flood risk looms over J&K amid heavy rainfall; authorities shut schools, issue public alerts

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a flash flood warning for several districts across Jammu and Kashmir, including Jammu, Rajouri, Poonch, Ramban, and Anantnag, forecasting low to moderate risk over the next 24 hours. In response to heavy rainfall and rising river levels, authorities have ordered the closure of schools in Rajouri, Reasi, and Samba.

Jul 23, 2025

Designer deals, deceptive declarations: DRI busts multi-crore luxury furniture import racket

In parallel, fabricated invoices were obtained through a Singapore-based intermediary in the names of dummy importers falsely declaring the goods as unbranded furniture at significantly undervalued rates to Customs. Once cleared through Customs, the goods were transferred on paper to the intended beneficial owner via a local intermediary created for this purpose, while the goods were directly sent to the customer on the instructions of the beneficial owner.

Jul 23, 2025

India extends ban on Pakistani aircraft from entering airspace till Aug 23

Union Minister of State for Civil Aviation Murlidhar Mohol said, in a post on the X, "Notice to Airmen (NOTAM) restricting Pakistani aircraft from entering Indian airspace has been officially extended until 23rd August 2025."

Jul 23, 2025

India extends medical support to B'desh air crash victims, PM Modi expresses condolences

The crash occurred when a Bangladesh Air Force F-7 BGI training aircraft slammed into the Milestone School and College campus in Uttara, a densely populated suburb of the capital, triggering a massive explosion and fire.

Jul 23, 2025

US claims at UNSC of de-escalating India-Pak Conflict; India affirms it was resolved bilaterally

Acting US Representative Dorothy Shea listed on Tuesday the conflict between India and Pakistan following the terrorist massacre in Pahalgam by The Resistance Front as one of those de-escalated by "US leadership" in the last three months, repeating an assertion Trump has made often.

Jul 23, 2025

'Congress should apologise': Jamiat Ulama-i-Hind after Bombay HC acquittal in 2006 Mumbai train blast case

"Muslims were picked up and painted as terrorists with no conclusive evidence. Today, the High Court has demolished the prosecution's claims and acquitted them with honour. But unless the officials who fabricated the evidence and misused their power are punished, this justice is incomplete."

Jul 22, 2025

'GST notices to small traders not from Centre': Union Minister slams K'taka govt for misleading public

"If the GST notices had been issued by the central government, then traders in several other states would have received them. But that hasn't happened anywhere else. Why are these notices being sent only in Karnataka?" Joshi questioned.

Jul 22, 2025

Bengaluru Police crack Rs 2 crore robbery case; arrest 15 in USDT scam

The investigation revealed a sophisticated scheme orchestrated by a gang that targeted affluent individuals. The modus operandi involved luring victims with the promise of converting their cash into United States Dollar Tether (USDT) digital currency. The gang further enticed their targets by claiming they could double the amount and return it via RTGS premium, inclusive of GST.

Jul 22, 2025

Over 20 lakh kg drugs seized in 2022; UP leads, AP, Odisha trail behind

India's escalating drug crisis has sparked alarm across enforcement agencies, with over 20.8 lakh kilograms of narcotics seized in 2022 alone - as compared to 11.37 lakh kilograms in 2021.

Jul 22, 2025

"Wheels of Valour" all-women bike expedition reaches Leh; pays tribute to Kargil martyrs, Operation Sindoor

The all-women motorbike expedition 'Wheels of Valour', also known as Shakti Yatra, led by social activist Preeti Choudhary, reached Leh on Tuesday as part of its tribute journey from Jammu to Kargil.

Jul 22, 2025

Air India completes Boeing fuel switch inspections; found no issues [details]

The airline confirmed that no issues were detected during these inspections. "Air India has completed precautionary inspections on the locking mechanism of the Fuel Control Switch (FCS) on all Boeing 787 and Boeing 737 aircraft in its fleet," the airline stated. These inspections began on July 12 and were completed within the timeframe set by the DGCA.

Jul 22, 2025

Dedicated portal for J&K terror victim families launched; how does it help?

Within days of handing over appointment letters to 40 terror victim families in Baramulla, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha launched a centralized web portal to streamline relief and support mechanisms for terrorism-affected families across Jammu and Kashmir.

Jul 22, 2025

Govt to ensure country's interests are protected as India, US negotiate trade deal

Minister of State for Commerce and Industry, Jitin Prasada, stated this in a written reply to the Lok Sabha. "Every FTA is unique and is based on specific dynamics of trade and is aimed at maximising benefits for both nations. India and US are negotiating a Bilateral Trade Agreement which has not been signed as yet," he added.

Jul 22, 2025

Rs 44,323 crore released to States under MGNREGS in FY26: Govt

On the question of whether budget allocation to MGNREGS has been showing a steady decrease over the years, the Minister said that for the financial year 2024-25, budget allocation of Rs 86,000 crore has been made, the highest ever since its inception.

Jul 22, 2025