220kg ganja seized in Nagapattinam, one arrested
Nagapattinam police intercept car with 220kg of ganja meant for Sri Lanka, arrest one suspect from Madurai. Read about the dramatic chase and ongoing investigation.
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Fertilizer Body Seeks 5% GST, Faster Refunds in Budget
Ahead of the Union Budget, the Indian Micro-Fertilizers Manufacturers Association pushes for uniform 5% GST on all fertilizers, quicker refunds, and a single national license to boost the sector.
Rs 1.5 Crore Liquor Seized on Delhi-Mumbai Expressway
In a major crackdown, police seized liquor worth Rs 1.5 crore hidden under rice bags on the Delhi-Mumbai Expressway. One arrested. Details inside.
Hydroponic Weed Ousts Gold Smuggling at Pune Airport
Pune Customs data reveals a dramatic shift: high-value hydroponic marijuana smuggling has eclipsed traditional gold smuggling at the city's airport in 2025. Discover the details and reasons behind this new trend.
Kelakhera Hub for Illegal Timber Smuggling Exposed
Udham Singh Nagar's Kelakhera emerges as a key transit point for illegal timber smuggling. Forest officials detail seizures of khair & teak, revealing a persistent network. Read more.
India Meets 73% Fertilizer Need Domestically in 2025
India achieves a major milestone in fertilizer self-reliance, with domestic production meeting 73% of demand in 2025. Discover how strategic policies boosted local manufacturing.
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.
Aquarium Water: A Hidden Nutrient Boost for Plants
Discover why gardeners treasure old aquarium water. It's packed with nitrogen, phosphorus, and organic matter that plants love. Learn how to use it safely for a healthier garden.
India's Fertilizer Policy Needs Urgent Overhaul
India's fertilizer subsidy bill hit ₹1.9 trillion, but efficiency is plummeting. Experts demand direct cash transfers to farmers and market-led reforms to stop fiscal waste and ecological damage. Read the full analysis.
Bihar cancels 100 fertilizer licences to curb irregularities
Bihar's agriculture department takes stringent action against fertilizer sale malpractices. 100 licences cancelled, 132 suspended. Minister Ram Kripal Yadav vows zero tolerance.
Kerala Pineapple Prices Skyrocket Due to Climate, Fertilizer Woes
Kerala's famed pineapple prices have surged by 300% due to fertilizer shortages and climate change, severely impacting farmers and consumers. Learn about the crisis and its wider implications.
Govt Reinforces Rules for Fair Fertilizer Pricing
The Centre mandates stock limits & real-time tracking for DAP & MOP fertilizers to prevent hoarding and ensure affordable prices for farmers. Learn about the new regulatory measures.
India's Urea Imports More Than Double: FAI Data
India's urea fertilizer imports skyrocketed by 120.3% to 7.17 million tonnes during April-November 2024-25, reveals FAI data. Explore the causes and impact on agriculture.
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.
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.
Digital e-bill system for fertilizer subsidy launched
Union Minister J P Nadda inaugurates a fully digital e-bill platform to process fertilizer subsidies worth Rs 2 lakh crore, enhancing transparency and efficiency in governance.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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