Police Seize Liquor, Firearms in Ganjam-Gajapati Raids
Police in Ganjam and Gajapati districts conducted surprise raids under 'Operation Strike', seizing firearms, country liquor, and arresting multiple individuals ahead of Makar Sankranti.
Police in Ganjam and Gajapati districts conducted surprise raids under 'Operation Strike', seizing firearms, country liquor, and arresting multiple individuals ahead of Makar Sankranti.
Patna Police conducted two successful raids, arresting three criminals including a fugitive. The operation led to the recovery of country-made pistols and illicit liquor. Read the full details of the crackdown here.
Heera Nagar police in Indore arrested a habitual offender for stealing 5G equipment from mobile towers. Stolen goods worth Rs 9.30 lakh and the scooter used in the crimes were recovered. Read the full story.
Namakkal police arrested a four-member gang for stealing copper wires from private companies. They seized a goods auto with 200kg of wires, a jeep, and five bikes. Read the full story.
Jammu SIT makes 7th arrest in major cross-border narcotics and arms syndicate, seizing a Beretta pistol and ammo. Probe reveals Rs 30 crore heroin haul and interstate links. Read the full investigation details.
The US has released two Russian crew members from a seized oil tanker, easing diplomatic tensions. Russia welcomed the move after calling the initial seizure illegal and provocative. Read the full details.
Rajasthan Police seizes 322 cartons of illicit liquor concealed inside a diesel tanker from Punjab. The seizure raises questions on Punjab's enforcement. Read the full investigation details.
Byatarayanapura police arrested Venkatesh for siphoning diesel from parked lorries. He stored fuel in plastic containers and sold it cheaply. Read the full story.
Punjab Police crack down on narcotics in Banga, arresting individuals and seizing heroin, poppy husk, and intoxicant tablets. Read about the ongoing war on drugs.
Punjab Police's ANTF and BSF seized 19.98kg heroin near Amritsar, arresting four, including a key operative linked to Pakistan-based handlers. Read the full details of the cross-border drug bust.
Saudi Aramco will introduce 98-octane gasoline in January 2026, starting in Riyadh, Jeddah & Dammam. The new fuel targets sports cars and high-performance engines. Read more details.
Chennai Customs officials seized 700g of gold paste worth ₹1 crore from a Dubai passenger. The gold was cleverly concealed in a rubbery ball. Read the full story of the airport bust.
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.
Ahead of Thane civic polls, authorities seize narcotics and liquor worth Rs 2.75 crore to ensure free & fair elections. Read about the massive pre-poll crackdown.
QatarEnergy slashes fuel prices for January 2026, offering relief to consumers. Premium petrol now QR 1.95, Super & Diesel at QR 2 per litre. Read the full details.
Jalandhar police arrested four individuals and seized a large quantity of drugs, including heroin and intoxicant powder. The operation highlights ongoing efforts to combat drug trafficking in Punjab. Read more.
Customs at Ahmedabad's SVPI Airport seized 7.7kg of high-grade hydroponic cannabis from a Bangkok passenger. Valued at Rs 8 crore, the bust was based on DRI intelligence. Read the full story.
DRI officials at Mumbai airport seized 3.05 kg of 24-carat gold dust worth Rs 3.8 crore from a Bahrain arrival. Read the full details of the smuggling attempt.
In a major price revision, commercial LPG rates surge by Rs 111 per cylinder, while aviation fuel (ATF) sees a steep 7% reduction. Get the latest updates on fuel costs impacting businesses and airlines.
Aviation turbine fuel price reduced sharply in Delhi after three hikes. Commercial LPG cylinder price up by ₹111. Read the latest fuel price revisions and their impact.
The Indian Sugar Mills Association urges the GST Council to lower taxes on flex-fuel vehicles, a crucial step for India's ethanol blending and energy security goals. Read more.
The UAE fuel price committee announced a significant drop in petrol and diesel rates for January 2026, reversing December's hike. Get the latest price list and analysis.
Sitamarhi police arrested seven individuals and seized 125 litres of illicit liquor and three stolen motorcycles from a mango orchard. Get the latest crime updates from Bihar.
Indore police's crime branch arrests absconding drug supplier Brajkant Choursiya. Seizure worth over ₹5.57 lakh included ganja & MD drugs. Read the full investigation details here.
In a major drug bust, Cochin Customs seized 40 kg of hybrid ganja worth Rs 4 crore at Kochi airport. Two passengers from Bangkok were arrested. Read the full investigation details.
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.
Iran seizes oil tanker, accuses it of smuggling 4 million litres of fuel. 16 non-Iranian crew detained. Escalating tensions in Gulf amid US-Venezuela standoff. Read the full report.
India's petrol pump network has doubled since 2015, crossing 100,000 outlets. State-run firms lead the expansion, boosting rural and highway access. Discover the details of this massive growth.
Dahod police intercept a Rajasthan truck near Gujarat-MP border, recovering over 25,000 bottles of IMFL worth Rs 1.6 crore. Read the full details of the major seizure.
Punjab Police in Moga arrested two men and seized 1 kg heroin along with a pistol and cartridges in a major drug bust. Read details of the operation.