Rs 3 Crore Ambergris Seized, Surat Man Arrested in Ahmedabad
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.
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Indore Police Seize Banned Chinese Kite String
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.
Coimbatore cracks down on illegal Kerala lottery smuggling
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.
Bengaluru: 790 Birds Injured by Banned Manja in 2025
Banned glass-coated kite string (manja) injures hundreds of birds annually in Bengaluru. Rescue cases surged to 790 in 2025. Learn about the impact and conservation efforts.
Sarus Crane Dies After Kite String Injury in Surat
A young sarus crane, the world's tallest flying bird, succumbed to injuries from a sharp kite thread in Surat. Despite rescue efforts, blood loss proved fatal. Read about the incident and the ongoing danger of kite manja.
Bengaluru: 790 Birds Injured by Banned Kite String in 2025
Banned glass-coated kite string (manja) injures hundreds of birds in Bengaluru yearly. Rescue cases soared to 790 in 2025. Learn about the crisis and conservation efforts.
DGTR probes dumping of nylon chips from China, Russia
India's DGTR initiates an anti-dumping investigation into imports of nylon chips from China and Russia following a complaint by Gujarat Polyfilms. The probe aims to protect the domestic textiles industry.
FDA seizes Rs 31 crore banned tobacco in Pune raid
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.
Kite Flying on Nagpur Flyover Poses Serious Safety Threat
Children flying kites from Nagpur's Shrikant Jichkar flyover near Futala Square endanger traffic with deadly manja strings. Authorities promise immediate action.
Bombay HC raps Vidarbha officials for ignoring manja notice order
Bombay High Court's Nagpur bench expressed anger as most Vidarbha districts ignored its order to publish public notices on banned nylon manja. The court has now ordered immediate action. Read the full story.
Owl rescued from kite string in Valsad ahead of Uttarayan
An owl entangled in kite string (manja) was rescued in Pardi village, Valsad. Animal activists warn of the severe threat manja poses to birds, especially nocturnal species like owls, during the kite-flying season.
Banned Chinese Manja Sold Online Before Sankranti
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.
36kg Banned Tobacco Seized, Man Arrested in Trichy
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.
Nashik Police Extern 519 Criminals for Civic Polls
Nashik police have externed 519 criminals for 15 days to ensure free & fair civic elections and prevent the sale of banned nylon manja during Makar Sankranti. Read more.
Banned Insecticide Still Sold After Yavatmal Farmer Deaths
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.
India probes dumping of nylon chips from China, Russia
India initiates anti-dumping investigation into nylon-6 chip imports from China & Russia after domestic firms allege injury. Probe examines price suppression & market share loss.
Hyderabad Run Fights Banned Kite String Menace
Hyderabad's AWCS organised a run to highlight nylon manja dangers. The banned string kills birds & harms humans. Over 5,000 birds rescued since 2019. Pledge to fly kites responsibly.
Two arrested with 20 bags of banned Chinese kite string
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.
LSSU's 2026 Banished Words List Announced
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!
LowTierGod's 8th Twitch Ban: Channel Inaccessible
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.
US Travel Ban Now Covers 39 Countries: Key Details
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.
4 Trichy Shopkeepers Held for Selling Banned Tobacco
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.
TNPCB Seizes 16 Tonnes of Banned Plastic in Statewide Raid
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.
Fazilka: Unlicensed shop sold banned drugs, sealed
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.
US Travel Ban Expands to 39 Countries Effective 2026
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.
Ludhiana: Duo extorts Rs 93k from teen, booked by PAU police
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.
Rs 8 Crore Khat Bust: Global Syndicate Used Students in Bengaluru
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.
Nashik police detain youth, seize banned nylon manja worth Rs1 lakh
Nashik police detained a 22-year-old for selling banned nylon manja, seizing 101 reels worth Rs1 lakh. Authorities warn sellers face externation for 10-15 days around Makar Sankranti. Read the full crackdown details.
Banned Items on Buses After Chitradurga Fire Tragedy
Following the Chitradurga bus fire, transport authorities warn passengers against carrying bulk alcohol, perfumes, batteries, and other inflammable items. Stay informed for safer travel.
Pak Kabaddi Player Banned for Representing Indian Side
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.
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