Thane Court Acquits Paan Shop Owner in Banned Tobacco Case
A Thane court acquits a paan shop owner after a 3-year legal battle, citing procedural lapses and lack of evidence in a banned tobacco products case. Read the full details of the judgment.
A Thane court acquits a paan shop owner after a 3-year legal battle, citing procedural lapses and lack of evidence in a banned tobacco products case. Read the full details of the judgment.
Tanya Poddar's viral Instagram video details a near-fatal encounter with banned sharp kite string (manjha) in Pune. Her story ignites demands for stricter enforcement and responsible celebrations.
A crackdown in Dhoolpet has pushed the illegal Chinese manja trade underground in Hyderabad. Prices surge as sellers use discreet delivery methods. Activists call for sustained enforcement.
Bhopal Municipal Corporation seals Jehangirabad slaughterhouse after forensic tests confirm seized 26.5 tonnes meat was from cow progeny. Case registered under MP Cow Slaughter Act. Read for details.
Chandigarh Police confiscate 300 cartons of illegal liquor in a major raid, arresting one suspect. Details on the operation and ongoing investigation inside.
Ahmedabad rural police arrested a Surat resident and seized 3.18 kg of banned whale ambergris valued at Rs 3.01 crore. The accused failed to produce legal documents. Read the full story.
Gujarat police intensify crackdown on banned Chinese & glass-coated kite strings ahead of Uttarayan. Nearly 100 cases filed, Rs 2.18 crore raw material seized in Surat raid. Read about the statewide drive and safety pledge.
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.
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.
Maharashtra FDA officials confiscated raw tobacco and hookah products worth Rs 31.67 crore from a Pune unit. This major crackdown follows a similar raid in Thane, enforcing a strict ban on such hazardous substances.
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.
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.
Trichy police arrested a man and seized 36kg of banned tobacco worth ₹51,300 in Srirangam. A separate case saw 100g of pan masala confiscated. Read the full details of the crackdown.
An insecticide banned in 2025 after 35 farmer deaths in 2017 continues to be illegally sold in India. Experts demand urgent enforcement of the ban to protect agricultural workers.
In a major crackdown, Bengaluru prison authorities seized 25 mobile phones and 30 SIM cards from inmates. The surprise raid highlights ongoing security challenges. Read the full details.
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.
Discover the 10 most annoying words banned for 2026 by Lake Superior State University. From '6-7' to 'reach out', see which overused terms need to go. Read the full list now!
Popular streamer LowTierGod faces his 8th Twitch ban on Jan 2, 2026, just hours after a previous unban. His channel with 296k followers remains offline. Read about the ongoing cycle and community reaction.
The Trump administration's expanded travel ban affects nationals from 39 countries. Learn about the new list, rules for Green Card holders, and crucial advice from immigration attorneys.
Trichy police arrested four shopkeepers under the COTPA Act for selling prohibited tobacco items. The accused were remanded to judicial custody. Read the full details.
Tamil Nadu Pollution Control Board's crackdown nets 16 tonnes of single-use plastic from 9,248 shops. Fines of ₹12.5 lakh imposed. Enforcement continues statewide.
Drug inspectors in Fazilka sealed an unauthorised medical store in Bhamba Wattu village for selling prohibited, habit-forming medicines. A case under NDPS Act has been registered. Read the full details.
The Trump administration's expanded US travel ban is now active, restricting entry for citizens from 39 countries. Get the full list of nations under full and partial bans and understand the new visa rules.
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.
NCB seizes 160 kg of banned khat worth Rs 8 crore in Bengaluru, busting an international drug network that used students and tea parcels. Largest Karnataka haul since 2018 ban. Read the full investigation details.
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.
Following the Chitradurga bus fire, transport authorities warn passengers against carrying bulk alcohol, perfumes, batteries, and other inflammable items. Stay informed for safer travel.
Pakistan kabaddi player Ubaidullah Rajput faces an indefinite ban for playing for an Indian team in Bahrain without a No-Objection Certificate. Read the full story and his defense.
The Pakistan Kabaddi Federation imposes an indefinite ban on Majid Ali for playing for an Indian club. Discover the full story behind this unprecedented disciplinary action.