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India seized three Iran-linked US-sanctioned tankers, reports Reuters
Updated : 5 months ago IST
India has seized three US-sanctioned oil tankers linked to Iran this month and stepped up surveillance in its maritime zone to curb illicit trade, Reuters reported on Monday citing a source.
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Counterfeit, smuggled goods erode social values, endanger public health, a
Updated : 6 months, 1 week ago IST
Alok Kumar, Director General of Police, Goa has asserted that law enforcement agencies must recognise the deep and widespread presence of counterfeit and smuggled goods in Indian markets as these illegal activities harm the economy, erode social values, endanger public health, and ultimately
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Maharashtra: Pune Police seizes over Rs 1 crore cash in Kondhwa prohibitio
Updated : 7 months, 2 weeks ago IST
According to the police, the raid was conducted on Thursday at Kakade Vasti in the Kondhwa area within the jurisdiction of Kondhwa Police Station. The operation was led by officials of the crime branch unit.
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Illicit trade poses serious threat to economy and national security: Exper
Updated : 7 months, 4 weeks ago IST
Illicit trade, including counterfeiting and smuggling, poses a serious transnational threat to economic growth, consumer safety and national security, noted experts and law enforcement officials at a capacity-building programme organised by FICCI CASCADE in the national capital.
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Misuse of Cocrex cough syrup for drug use: ED attaches industrial land in
Updated : 8 months, 3 weeks ago IST
The ED has attached industrial land in Haryana belonging to a Himachal Pradesh-based company accused of diverting the Codeine-based cough syrup "Cocrex" for illicit drug use.
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DRI cracks down on major gold smuggling syndicate in Mumbai, 11 held
Updated : 9 months ago IST
According to an official release, the operation uncovered an organised racket involved in smuggling gold into India, melting it in covert furnaces, and illicitly selling the refined bullion into the grey market.
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Assam Rifles seizes illegal liquor worth ₹1.12 crores in Manipur's Tamengl
Updated : 9 months, 2 weeks ago IST
In a significant crackdown on the illicit liquor trade in Manipur, Assam Rifles, along with Manipur Police and the Excise Department, seized a significant quantity of indian made liquor valued at approximately ₹1.12 Crores in Kaimai, Tamenglong District.
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Mizoram: Assam Rifles recovers poppy seeds, areca nuts worth Rs 99 lakh
Updated : 9 months, 4 weeks ago IST
Based on specific intelligence, Assam Rifles conducted a search operation on 17 October 2025 in the general area of Farlui Road, Ruantlang, Champhai, Mizoram.
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Illicit economies pose transnational threat: FICCI CASCADE calls for stron
Updated : 10 months, 1 week ago IST
As per the report by FICCI CASCADE titled "Challenging Landscape of Illicit Trade: How Changing Factors of Consumption Affect Illicit Markets in 5 Key Industries in India", the size of illicit market in the five key sectors- FMCG packaged goods, personal and household care, alcohol, tobacco,
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BAAGH: The Real Jungle Book of Today Sounds a Call for Conservation Throug
Updated : 1 year, 1 month ago IST
New Delhi [India], July 7: BAAGH: Tiger - The Inside Story, a powerful new novel that merges wildlife crime, suspense, and an urgent conservation message, is now available on all major platforms. Set against the expansive and untamed wilderness of India and the Himalayas, BAAGH offers a visc
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Pakistan ranks 101 in global Illicit Trade Index 2025, faces annual loss o
Updated : 1 year, 3 months ago IST
Pakistan has been ranked 101 out of 158 countries in the 2025 Illicit Trade Index, raising serious concerns about its economic environment and ability to attract investment, according to a report by The News International.
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Nepali lawmakers demand to investigate attempt to smuggle foreign currenci
Updated : 1 year, 4 months ago IST
Nepali lawmakers from both ruling and opposition parties have demanded the formation of a high-level committee to investigate an attempt to smuggle foreign currencies to China.
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