UP FSDA Seeks Tighter Rules After Rs 700-Crore Syrup Racket
Uttar Pradesh's drug regulator proposes geo-tagging wholesalers and stricter licensing after busting a massive codeine syrup cartel. 79 FIRs filed, 85 arrested. Details inside.
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Japanese Tourists Confronted at Varanasi Ghat Over Ganga Bath
A video of Japanese tourists being questioned by locals at Varanasi's Dashashwamedh Ghat sparks online debate. Police confirm peaceful resolution. Read details.
Japanese tourists confronted at Varanasi ghat, video sparks debate
A viral video shows Japanese tourists in Santa caps & swimwear being questioned by devotees at Varanasi's Dashashwamedh Ghat. The incident on Dec 25 ignites a social media debate on cultural sensitivity & hospitality. Police confirm peaceful resolution.
6 Arrested in Varanasi Codeine Cough Syrup Racket
Varanasi and Mirzapur police crack down on a major codeine-based cough syrup smuggling ring, arresting six. The network used shell firms and hawala to supply syrup to Bangladesh at 10x price.
Varanasi's New Attractions: Hydrogen Taxis & More
Discover why Varanasi is a must-visit in 2025. Explore India's first hydrogen-powered water taxi on the Ganga, the ethereal aarti, and the transformed Kashi corridor. Plan your spiritual and modern journey.
Fake Drug Licence Racket Exposed in Varanasi, Rs 30 Cr at Stake
Bhola Prasad, father of drug kingpin Subham Jaiswal, used fake documents to obtain a drug licence, smuggling codeine syrup across states. Properties worth ~Rs 30 crore face attachment. Read the full investigation details.
UP busts Rs 704 crore illegal cough syrup supply chain
Uttar Pradesh's FSDA uncovers a massive Rs 704 crore parallel supply chain diverting codeine cough syrups for abuse. 161 firms booked in a major crackdown across 52 districts. Read details.
UP busts ₹704 crore illegal cough syrup supply racket
Uttar Pradesh FSDA uncovers a massive ₹704 crore parallel supply chain diverting codeine cough syrups for abuse. 161 firms booked in one of the state's biggest drug crackdowns.
Prohibition Week Returns to Varanasi with Festive Energy
Varanasi's Prohibition Week is back, transforming the city's ghats with music, yoga, and cultural events. Discover how this initiative promotes wellness and a drug-free lifestyle.
Coldrif Syrup Survivor: Child Blind, Father Jobless After 116-Day Fight
Kunal Yaduvanshi, 5, survived toxic Coldrif syrup but lost his eyesight. His father Tikku recounts the 116-day battle, financial ruin, and demands govt support for future treatment. Read the full story.
Child survives toxic Coldrif syrup in MP, left blind and crippled
Kunal Yaduvanshi, 5, survived after drinking toxic Coldrif syrup in MP's Chhindwara, but lost his eyesight. His father's plea for help exposes the human cost of the tragedy that killed 26 children. Read his heartbreaking story.
Kashinath Singh: Varanasi losing its character
Sahitya Akademi awardee Kashinath Singh expresses deep pain over Varanasi's transformation into a spectacle, fearing loss of its essence. Read his poignant critique.
10-Year Jail for Mumbai Man with Codeine Cough Syrup
A Mumbai NDPS court sentenced Bablu Gupta to 10 years rigorous imprisonment for possessing 136 bottles of codeine syrup. Read the full details of the drug bust and verdict.
Varanasi Headlines: Major Updates You Shouldn't Miss
Get the latest from Varanasi on civic issues, traffic alerts, weather, and key political developments. Stay informed with the essential news from the city today.
Look Out Circulars in Varanasi Cough Syrup Scam, Rs 40 Cr Assets Probed
Bureau of Immigration issues LOCs against prime accused Shubham Jaiswal & 3 aides in multi-crore cough syrup scam. Varanasi Police probes Rs 40 crore properties, 78 arrested. Read the full investigation details.
Varanasi E-Buses Get Live Tracking App for Better Commute
Varanasi's eco-friendly e-bus service is getting a digital upgrade. A new app will show real-time bus locations, reducing wait times. Read about the features and public testing phase.
Farmers' Day in Varanasi: VB-G-RAM G Mission Launched
Varanasi celebrated Chaudhary Charan Singh's birth anniversary as Farmers' Day. Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan detailed the Viksit Bharat Rozgar Ajeevika Mission, aiming to empower 700+ farmers with skills and sustainable livelihoods.
Ranchi SIT Raids in Illegal Cough Syrup Sales Case
A Special Investigation Team in Ranchi raided multiple locations linked to Shaili Traders, seizing documents in an illegal cough syrup sales probe. Details on the seizures and the wider investigation inside.
Cough Syrup Racket: LOC, Rs 40 Cr Properties in Focus
Varanasi Police issues LOC for prime suspect Shubham Jaiswal, uncovers Rs 40 crore properties. Suspect believed to be in Dubai. Get the latest updates on the probe.
Siddharth Arora: Dev Deepawali, Varanasi's Boom & New Films
Actor Siddharth Arora shares his Dev Deepawali experience on Varanasi ghats, talks about the city's transformation, his move to films & solo travels. Read more.
Varanasi's First Commercial EV Charging Station Launched
Varanasi takes a green leap! District's first commercial EV charging station inaugurated at Indian Oil outlet, aiming to cut pollution and boost convenience. Read more.
Varanasi Khadi Expo Sees Rs 18 Lakh Day 1 Sales
The Khadi Gramodyog Exhibition 2025-26 in Varanasi kicked off with impressive sales of Rs 18 lakh. Inaugurated by local leaders, the event features 113 stalls showcasing rural crafts until Dec 29. Discover the vibrant showcase of Indian handicrafts.
CM Yogi denies codeine syrup deaths, alleges SP links
Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath refuted opposition claims of deaths from fake medicine, asserting no such cases in UP. He alleged the main accused in the codeine syrup case had links to the Samajwadi Party. Read the full details.
Nagpur: Child survives toxic syrup, makes miraculous recovery
5-year-old Kunal Yaduwanshi, the youngest survivor of the Coldrif syrup tragedy, returns home after 114 days. Read his incredible story of recovery against all odds.
Child recovers from toxic cough syrup coma after 114 days
A 5-year-old boy from MP, the youngest survivor of a toxic cough syrup batch that killed 24, returns home after a miraculous 114-day fight. Read his incredible story of survival and hope.
Codeine Syrup Seized in UP, 6 Arrested in Etah & Mirzapur
Uttar Pradesh police crack down on drug trafficking, seizing codeine cough syrup and arresting six individuals in separate raids across Etah and Mirzapur districts.
UP CM: No deaths due to codeine syrup, NDPS Act applied
Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath clarifies no fatalities from codeine syrup misuse. State pursues illegal diversion cases under the strict NDPS Act. Read the full report.
Yogi's 'Two Specimens' Attack in UP Assembly Over Codeine Syrup
UP CM Yogi Adityanath targeted Akhilesh Yadav & Rahul Gandhi in the Assembly over the codeine cough syrup controversy. SP staged protests, alleging govt inaction. Read the full details.
UP Assembly Chaos Over Codeine Syrup Racket, SP Demands Debate
Day 2 of UP Winter Session sees SP-BJP clash over alleged child deaths linked to codeine cough syrup racket. Speaker assures debate after protest. Read the full details.
38th Media Cricket Competition in Varanasi from Dec 24
Varanasi Press Club gears up for the 38th Kanishkadev Gorawala Memorial Media Cricket Competition. Six teams to compete from Dec 24-31 at Dr Sampurnanand Sports Complex. Read for full schedule and team details.
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