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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8 Best Countries for Wildlife Tourism Worldwide
Discover the top 8 global destinations famous for wildlife, from India's tiger reserves to Africa's great migration. Plan your next adventure to see nature's wonders.
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.
Punjab Wildlife Sanctuary Renamed for Guru Tegh Bahadur
Punjab's Jhajjar-Bachauli Wildlife Sanctuary is now Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Wildlife Sanctuary. The 289-acre sanctuary spans three villages in Rupnagar district. Read more about this tribute.
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.
Wildlife Corridor Plan for Gurgaon-Faridabad Road After Leopard Deaths
Haryana's wildlife department urges NHAI to redesign the Gurgaon-Faridabad Road as a wildlife corridor with underpasses and speed control after a series of fatal leopard accidents. Read the full plan.
Snake Found in Mumbai Washing Machine, Expert Rescues
A non-venomous Indian rat snake was rescued from a washing machine in an Andheri home. Wildlife expert Prabhu Swami safely released it, highlighting urban wildlife encounters. Learn safety tips.
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.
Wildlife smuggler arrested in Assam, leopard skin seized
Assam forest authorities arrested a wildlife smuggler near the Nagaland border, seizing leopard skins, tiger bones, and pangolin scales. Read about the cross-border trafficking network.
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.
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.
Haryana gets Rs 10 lakh compensation from 411 poaching cases
An RTI reveals Haryana secured Rs 10 lakh compensation from 411 wildlife poaching cases in 5 years. Yet, low conviction rates and delayed trials raise concerns over enforcement. Read more.
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.
Indian Star Tortoises rescued from Vadodara home
Wildlife Rescue Trust volunteers seized two protected Indian star tortoises from a Sayajibaug employee's house in Vadodara. The reptiles were handed over to forest officials. Read the full story.
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.
Railway staff felicitated for ensuring safe elephant passage
Chakradharpur railway division officials were honoured by WTI for halting multiple trains to allow a herd of 22 elephants safe crossing near the Jharkhand-Odisha border. Read about this commendable conservation effort.
8 Indian Wildlife Reserves Not Famous for Tigers
Explore India's incredible biodiversity beyond the tiger. Discover eight unique wildlife reserves famous for birds, rare mammals, and stunning landscapes. Plan your next nature trip!
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