The Indian Coast Guard says it intercepted a merchant vessel carrying about 1,500 kg of heroin off the Gujarat coast, describing it as the largest single narcotics seizure to date. A joint investigation is underway involving the Coast Guard ship Samudra Pavak, the Intelligence Bureau, police, Customs, Navy, and other agencies. The seizure is being treated as a major anti-smuggling operation, with authorities now examining the vessel, crew, and route.[2]
The Lok Sabha has passed a new law aimed at preventing exam paper leaks and tightening penalties for malpractice. Officials say the measure is meant to strengthen the integrity of public examinations.[1]
READ FULL STORY ›At least 13 Indian seafarers remain stranded aboard MV Amir-1 after an attack near Chornomorsk port in Ukraine. India is monitoring the situation closely.[1]
READ FULL STORY ›Germany has reduced tourist visa appointment waiting times in New Delhi to just two days for Indian applicants. The faster processing is expected to make travel planning easier for tourists.[1]
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