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Ludhiana wheat cultivation area falls, farmers opt for cash crops
Ludhiana sees a 4000-hectare decline in wheat cultivation over four years as farmers pivot to profitable cash crops like potatoes and maize. Agriculture department data reveals the shifting trends. Explore the reasons and implications.
Why Punjab Farmers Are Avoiding Mustard Despite High Demand
Punjab farmers are missing out on the golden mustard opportunity. Low profits and high input costs keep them away, threatening oilseed self-sufficiency. Discover the full story.
974g Ganja Seized, 2 Arrested in Mysuru Excise Raid
Excise officials in KR Nagar, Mysuru, arrested two individuals and seized 974 grams of dry ganja near Thopamma temple. The accused were allegedly transporting the contraband for sale. Read the full details of the NDPS Act case here.
Neemuch Police Bust Major Cannabis Farm, Seize 10,000 Plants
Neemuch police raided an illegal cannabis cultivation hidden in wheat & mustard fields, seizing 3.12 quintals (10,000 plants) worth ₹10 lakh. Read about the state-wide crackdown.
Trichy sees sharp rise in ganja seizures via trains
Ganja seizures in Trichy have nearly tripled in 2025. Smugglers are now using roads and intra-state trains as authorities intensify checks on interstate routes. Read the full report.
Jharkhand Police Use Drones to Curb Poppy Cultivation
Jharkhand police deploy drones and awareness campaigns in Ranchi, Khunti, Chatra, and Palamu to identify and destroy illegal poppy plantations. Farmers are shifting to legal crops.
7kg Ganja Seized at Ongole Station, 5 from Bihar, Jharkhand Held
Prakasam district police seized 7kg of ganja in a major drug bust at Ongole railway station and on Alappuzha Express. Five persons from Jharkhand and Bihar detained. Public urged to report drug crimes via toll-free numbers.
Manipur: 600+ Acres of Illicit Poppy Destroyed in Crackdown
Manipur security forces eradicate over 600 acres of illegal poppy cultivation in Ukhrul and Kangpokpi districts. Major blow to drug trade as operations continue. Read the full report.
Indore Police Arrests Accused in Major Narcotics Case
Indore Crime Branch arrests Sarfaraz Mansuri in a drug case linked to 2.475 kg ganja seized in July. Accused had criminal record, supplied cannabis at higher prices. Read the full investigation details.
Couple arrested in Coimbatore for 29kg ganja chocolates
A man and woman were arrested in Coimbatore for purchasing 29kg of ganja chocolates online. Police say they planned a Goa trip. Read the full details of the NDPS case.
Major Drug Bust in Kochi: 37kg Ganja Seized, Two Held
Kerala police arrest two from West Bengal with 37kg ganja near Kalady. In a separate raid, Kochi city police seize MDMA. Read the full details of the drug crackdown here.
5-Year Jail, Rs 50k Fine for Ganja Possession in Mangaluru
Mangaluru court sentences Joseph TE to 5 years rigorous imprisonment and a Rs 50,000 fine under the NDPS Act for possessing over 2kg of ganja in 2008. Read the full details of the long-pending case.
NCB seizes 50 kg ganja worth Rs 85 lakh at Lucknow station
NCB Lucknow seized 50 kg of ganja from Bihar bound for Punjab at Charbagh Railway Station. Two arrested, supplier hunt on. Read the full operation details.
Chennai: Bailed Goondas Act Detenues Re-arrested for Extortion
Two history-sheeters in Chennai, out on bail in a weapons case, were arrested again for extorting local traders and possessing ganja and a knife. Read the full details.
Ganja Found in Balls Thrown Into Ballari Jail
Ballari police probe after jail staff found balls containing suspected ganja thrown into Central Jail grounds. Investigation ongoing, inmates questioned. Read the full story.
Nagpur: 3 Kg Ganja Seized, 2 Arrested in Anti-Drug Raid
Nagpur Crime Branch's Anti-Narcotics Squad arrested two individuals and confiscated 3 kg of ganja worth Rs 68,550 in a Civil Lines raid under 'Operation Thunder'. Read the full details of the drug bust.
Major Contraband Seized in Karnataka Prison Drive
A major security drive across Karnataka prisons led to the seizure of over 1,600 mobile phones and 1.5 kg of ganja. The crackdown highlights ongoing challenges in curbing illegal activities within correctional facilities.
Andhra Pradesh NDPS arrests surge 250%, Sheelavathi ganja popular
Arrests under NDPS Act in Andhra Pradesh skyrocketed over 250% from 2018 to 2024. State ranks 2nd in ganja seizures, with Sheelavathi strain from AOB region dominating the illicit market. Read the full investigation.
Prayagraj: 3.9 quintals of ganja seized, drug peddler arrested
Anti-Narcotics Task Force arrests drug peddler Sonu Pal in Prayagraj, seizes ganja worth Rs 2 crore. Read the full details of the highway bust and the accused's criminal history.
Krishnagiri Farmers Send 2 Lakh Flowers Daily to Kerala
Farmers in Krishnagiri are gearing up to dispatch two lakh flowers, including white roses, to Kerala daily for the Christmas and wedding season. Discover the festive bloom trade driving this seasonal surge.
Nagpur Police Raid Ippa Gang, Recover Arms & Drugs
Nagpur Crime Branch's major raid recovers firearms and narcotics, disrupting the Ippa gang's operations ahead of civic elections. Key arrests expose drug smuggling links.
UP ANTF seizes drugs worth Rs 3.10 crore, arrests 3 traffickers
Uttar Pradesh Anti-Narcotics Task Force arrested three drug traffickers and seized heroin and ganja worth over Rs 3.10 crore in coordinated operations in Gorakhpur and Bhadohi. Read the full story.
46 Arrested in Kerala's 'Operation D-Hunt' Against Drugs
Kerala Police arrested 46 individuals and seized drugs in a major statewide drive. Over 1,200 suspects were questioned. Authorities vow continued strict action. Report tips to 9497927797.
Pratapgarh Police nab drug peddler, seize ganja and weapons
Pratapgarh police arrested drug peddler Ramnarayan Mishra, seizing 1.120 kg ganja, licensed firearms, and cartridges. Another peddler, Anil Mishra, was also arrested. Read the full details.
10.35 Kg Ganja Seized from Train, 3 Arrested in Assam
RPF & police seized 10.35 kg ganja from Agartala-Rani Kamlapati train at New Karimganj, arresting three. NDPS case filed. Read details on the drug bust.
Woman Held for Collecting Ganja Tossed from Train in Kochi
Ernakulam rural police arrested a 24-year-old woman from Odisha for collecting 8 kg of ganja thrown from a moving train. Read how traffickers are adopting new methods to evade checks.
Drugs worth Rs 97 lakhs destroyed by Dhubri Police
Dhubri police incinerated drugs valued at Rs 97 lakhs, including 464 kg ganja and thousands of pills. Officials report a significant drop in seizures due to sustained anti-narcotics efforts. Read more.
95kg Ganja Seized in SSB Raid on India-Nepal Border
SSB's 48th Battalion seized 95kg of cannabis in a late-night raid near the Jaynagar border. One smuggler arrested, two escaped. Read details of the cross-border narcotics crackdown.
Chettalli Litchi Fest Unites Farmers, Highlights Off-Season Potential
The Litchi Fruit Fest in Chettalli, Kodagu, spotlighted off-season cultivation. Experts from national institutes and progressive farmers discussed research, challenges, and future plans for litchi farming in India. Read more.
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