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Anti-drug enforcement drive gathers pace in Kozhikode city

Anti-drug enforcement drive gathers pace in Kozhikode city

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The Kozhikode City police have registered 415 cases under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act and arrested 523 suspects so far this year, as anti-drug enforcement drive gains momentum in the city. The intensified crackdown has reportedly led to the seizure of 2.65 kg of MDMA, 51.47 kg of ganja and other narcotic substances in the city alone, besides action against repeat offenders and properties allegedly linked to drug trafficking. According to data released by the District Crime Records Bureau (Kozhikode City), 21 of the cases detected this year involved commercial quantities of narcotic substances, while nine were classified as medium-quantity cases and 23 as small-quantity cases. A total of 340 cases were registered separately for possession and use of drugs for personal consumption. The seizures made during the year include nearly 10 grams of methamphetamine and 16.91 grams of brown sugar. Officials with the anti-narcotics squad attribute the increase in detections to close surveillance, intelligence-based operations, and intensified flash inspections. The police have stepped up vigil under the newly launched ‘Operation Toofan’ …

Anti-drug enforcement drive gathers pace in Kozhikode city

Police to form Anti-Drug Committees in schools and colleges

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In an effort to effectively curb the drug menace, the North-East Division police have decided to set up Anti-Drug Committees in every educational institution, headed by the principal with a senior teacher as nodal officer, and comprising students, police personnel, excise officials, NGO representatives and a doctor. The decision was taken at a meeting held by Mithun Kumar G.K., Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP), north east division at Kuvempu Auditorium, GKVK College campus on Sunday. Published – April 19, 2026 06:55 pm IST Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link

Punjab Police conducts statewide anti-drug operation, carry out 187 arrests in a

Punjab Police conducts statewide anti-drug operation, carry out 187 arrests in a

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Punjab Police carried out a massive Cordon and Search Operation (CASO) across the state as part of its ongoing anti-drug campaign, ‘Yudh Nashian Virudh’, resulting in the registration of 155 cases and the arrest of 187 individuals in a single day, Director General of Police (Law and Order) Arpit Shukla said on Thursday. Speaking on the development, the DGP said the operation was conducted under the directions of Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann and targeted identified drug hotspots across the state. “The operation was supervised by senior officers, including ADGs, IGs, and DIGs from the headquarters, along with district SSPs and DIGs. We have recorded 155 cases today, arrested 187 individuals, and recovered a huge quantity of heroin and tablets,” Shukla stated. Highlighting the impact of the year-long campaign, he said that ‘Yudh Nashian Virudh’ has been instrumental in curbing drug-related activities in Punjab. “The campaign has been operational for the past year and has led to the registration of around 80,119 cases, with 54,190 arrests made. Additionally, more than 2,384 kilograms of heroin has …

NTK manifesto pitches decentralised governance, anti-drug measures, and Tamil-centric policies

NTK manifesto pitches decentralised governance, anti-drug measures, and Tamil-centric policies

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Seeman, chief coordinator of Naam Tamilar Katchi (NTK), releases the party’s manifesto for the upcoming Assembly elections in Chennai on Thursday | Photo Credit: B. Jothi Ramalingam The Naam Tamilar Katchi (NTK) has released its 2026 election manifesto, outlining an expansive governance framework centred on decentralisation, social welfare, and Tamil identity. The manifesto proposes a major administrative overhaul, including the creation of multiple functional capitals across Tamil Nadu to ease pressure on Chennai and improve access to governance. It suggests distributing administrative, legislative, industrial, and cultural functions across cities such as Tiruchi, Chennai, Coimbatore, Madurai, and Kanniyakumari.  A strong focus is placed on agriculture, which the party positions as the backbone of the economy. The document calls for policies to strengthen farmers’ livelihoods, protect natural resources, and ensure food security. It also stresses water management, environmental conservation, and climate resilience as key priorities. Women’s representation On governance, the manifesto proposes dedicated representation for women in legislative bodies, arguing that existing mechanisms have not ensured adequate participation. It calls for reserved constituencies and institutional changes to …

Anti-drug enforcement drive gathers pace in Kozhikode city

Excise in Kochi steps up anti-drug drive with new intelligence wing

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The Ernakulam unit of the Excise has stepped up its game in the fight against drug peddling with a renewed internal intelligence system. Two teams, comprising 22 excise officials, have been deployed to gather intelligence on suspected trafficking of narcotic items and other contraband in a move to step up surveillance and preventive measures. Officials claimed that the mechanism had proved effective, with the leads from the units resulting in at least four seizures in the first week since it was launched. The cases registered following inputs from the intelligence wing include the arrest of a 28-year-old man with 252.48 grams of suspected MDMA from a lodge in the city recently. In that incident, the alleged drug peddler, Adarsh Sidharthan of Karumadi, Ambalapuzha, was nabbed within hours since he received the contraband. Excise sources said the youth had allegedly collected over 300 grams of the suspected contraband from Manjummel in the suburbs. It is suspected that he had managed to sell off a portion of the contraband to another peddler before being caught, they added. …

CM Vijayan announces intensified anti-drug campaign to combat narcotics menace | Latest News India

CM Vijayan announces intensified anti-drug campaign to combat narcotics menace | Latest News India

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Thiruvananthapuram, The Kerala government on Monday announced a large-scale anti-drug campaign set to begin in April, aiming to combat the rising menace of narcotics through a coordinated effort across society. CM Vijayan announces intensified anti-drug campaign to combat narcotics menace Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan said that the initiative would integrate all existing campaigns and involve various government departments, institutions, and community groups in a unified fight against substance abuse. Addressing a high-level meeting at the Legislative Assembly, Vijayan emphasised the need for an intensified approach to tackle drug-related issues in the state. As part of the campaign’s preparatory phase, a crucial meeting is scheduled for March 30, bringing together experts, student and youth organisations, film, cultural, and media representatives, as well as teacher and parent associations, a CMO release said. The meeting will focus on formulating a comprehensive action plan to guide the campaign’s implementation. The release said a committee comprising various departments will be formed under the leadership of the Chief Secretary to prepare an anti-drug framework. “The Chief Minister has directed that anti-drug …

Punjab Police conducts raids at 538 locations, arrests 112 smugglers in ongoing anti-drug drive

Punjab Police conducts raids at 538 locations, arrests 112 smugglers in ongoing anti-drug drive

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In 10 days of the launch of anti-drug drive in Punjab, the police have arrested 1,436 individuals. Meanwhile, 1,035 kg of heroin, opium, and other synthetic drugs have been seized. Amid the ongoing anti-drug operation, the Punjab Police on Monday said they conducted raids at 538 locations and arrested 112 drug smugglers. With this, the number of total arrests made during the drive has reached 1,436 in just 10 days. The raid conducted today resulted in the seizure of 1.8 kg of heroin, 200 grams of opium, 15 kg of poppy husk, 3,874 intoxicant tablets or injections and Rs 1.2 lakh cash from the possession of arrested drug smugglers. The operation was conducted on the directions of Director General of Police (DGP) Gaurav Yadav. Special DGP Arpit Shukla said that over 220 police teams, comprising over 1,600 police personnel, conducted raids across the state and checked as many as 610 suspicious persons during the day-long operation. Meanwhile, Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Punjab president and Cabinet minister Aman Arora said the state’s Mann government has achieved unprecedented success …

Anti-drug enforcement drive gathers pace in Kozhikode city

Alappuzha district panchayat to launch mass anti-drug campaign

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Amid rising cases of substance abuse and related violence, Alappuzha district panchayat will launch a mass anti-drug campaign. As part of the initiative titled ‘Jeevithamanu Lahari,’ measures will be taken to encourage youth and students to participate in sports. Alappuzha district panchayat president K.G. Rajeshwari said that sports training programmes would be implemented in all schools. “We will take steps to establish new sports clubs in all grama panchayat wards in the district. Necessary assistance will be provided to clubs for purchasing sports equipment. An award will also be given to the panchayat that registers the highest number of clubs,” Ms. Rajeshwari said. As part of the campaign, hotspots where drugs are sold or used will be identified and surveillance will be strengthened by installing CCTV cameras. Meetings will be organised in hotspots with the participation of representatives of political parties, youth organisations, libraries, Kudumbashree Mission, youth clubs, and officials of Police and Excise departments. Committee formed To ensure the campaign’s success, a 1,001-member committee has been constituted with Ms. Rajeshwari as the chairperson. A …

Delhi Police destroys contraband worth Rs 1,600 crore in anti-drug drive

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The Delhi Police on Tuesday destroyed contraband worth Rs 1,600 crore in a drive under its `Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan`, an anti-drug drive. The contraband was destroyed in the presence of Lieutenant Governor VK Saxena, officials said, reported the PTI. “Today in the presence of Lieutenant Governor of Delhi, 10631.745 kg of illegal drugs worth about Rs 1,600 crores (sic) in the international market were destroyed as per procedure at the incinerator located at SSI Industrial Area, GT Karnal Road, Near Jahangirpuri, Delhi,” Additional Commissioner of Police Sanjay Bhatia said, as per the PTI. According to a Union finance ministry notification and the order of the Supreme Court, various committees were formed by the Delhi Police to destroy illegal drugs recovered from the drug smugglers. The destroyed contraband came from seizures in drug cases from 2009 to 2023. “Ganja, heroin, charas, cocaine, doda post and psychotropic substances were prominent among the illegal drugs destroyed. In the future also, the process of destroying illegal drugs will continue to be done in this manner,” Bhatia said. Saxena …

G-Dragon’s powerful comeback post legal clearance, launches anti-drug foundation

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K-pop icon G-Dragon has taken his first public steps with a gesture as bold as it is unexpected. Just weeks after being cleared of drug allegations, the superstar has not only returned to the spotlight but launched a powerful initiative that promises to reshape his legacy. As per the Bad Boy singer’s new agency Galaxy Corporation the K-pop idol is looking forward to launching an anti-drug foundation. In the process, he has even donated a substantial amount of sum. G Dragon G-Dragon Back to establish anti-drug and addiction foundation For years, the former YG Entertainment star has remained one of the popular choices in the realm of K-pop, his music has scripted histories, and now, G-Dragon is channeling his personal experiences into a beacon of hope. With a significant donation and the creation of an anti-drug foundation, G-Dragon is using his personal experiences to inspire hope, aiming to transform a controversial chapter into a force for positive change. Wrap up the year gone by & gear up for 2024 with HT! Click here Also read: …