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Telangana: CS calls for inter-departmental coordination to curtail drug menace

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Hyderabad: Telangana Chief Secretary Santhi Kumari, directed the law enforcement agencies to coordinate with the health, education, and other departments to evolve a multi-pronged strategy to curtail the drug menace.

At a meeting held on Thursday, she said that the state has set up an anti-narcotics bureau with a vision to make Telangana a drug-free state and to combat the menace of drug trafficking comprehensively. She underlined the need for a coordinated effort of all the departments to evolve a proper line of action to reduce the usage of drugs in the best possible manner.
“Monitoring of surface web and dark web is required. The focus should be on preventing the abuse of psychotropic substances and the diversion of precursor chemicals. There is a need to increase monitoring of pharma production units and chemical laboratories in city outskirts,” the Chief Secretary said following inputs provided by the departments concerned.

She stressed the need for having a proper policy by the union government for the deportation of foreigners who are overstaying in the country. The health department informed us that de-addiction and rehabilitation centers are working in all district hospitals.
Shanti Kumari directed the education department to set up anti-drug clubs in vulnerable colleges and take up awareness programs on the harmful effects of drugs.
Narcotics Control Bureau zonal director Aravindan gave a brief overview of the drug scenario in the country. He informed the meeting that during the years 2021, 2022, and 2023 the NCB Hyderabad had busted clandestine laboratories involving the seizure of substantial quantities of Alprazolam. There have been instances where chemical experts have been hired for such illicit projects, Arvindan said.
DGP Anjani Kumar, Commissioner of Police C V Anand, Rachakonda CP D S Chowhan, Principal Secretary Home Jitender, Principal Secretary Revenue Navin Mittal, Secretary Health Rizvi, Secretary School Education Karuna, Secretary SCD Rahul Bojja and other officials attended the meeting.

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( With inputs from www.siasat.com )

July 13, 2023
Cocaine drug prices increased worldwide: Cyberabad cops

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Hyderabad: Hyderabad: Shortage of cocaine in the international markets has spiked its price to around Rs. 15,000 to Rs. 20,000 a gram, said the police, said the top cop from the Cyberabad police here on Saturday.
The Cyberabad police arrested four people including a Nigerian who are part of a drug cartel linked to Goa and seized 303 grams of cocaine from them on Saturday. Stephen Raveendra, Cyberabad commissioner of police told reporters that the gang was selling the drug for anything between Rs. 15,000 and Rs. 20,000 a gram after bringing it from Goa.
Prices of cocaine in the international market have reportedly shot up due to a shortage of the drug in view of a worldwide crackdown on the cocaine and heroin smuggling. “Synthetic drugs are available at low price because they are produced locally. Cocaine is smuggled into the country from far-off countries and due to stringent action at all levels its price significantly increased,” said Stephen Raveendra.

Users from the affluent class use cocaine in small quantities, cops said.
According to anti-narcotic agencies in the city, Coca is any of the four cultivated plants in the family Erythroxylaceae, native to western South America. Coca is known worldwide for its psychoactive alkaloid. The plant is grown as a cash crop in the Argentine Northwest, Bolivia, Alto Rio Negro Territory in Brazil, Colombia, Venezuela, Ecuador, and Peru, even in areas where its cultivation is unlawful.
There are some reports that the plant is being cultivated in the south of Mexico as an alternative to smuggling its recreational product cocaine. It also plays a role in many traditional Andean cultures as well as the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta.
While Heroin is smuggled from Afghanistan to Mozambique and through various destinations like Johannesburg. It is sent later to India further it is in some cases, and otherwise destined for Australia and other countries.

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May 7, 2023
Erstwhile SPO Is A Drug Peddler Now, Arrested

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SRINAGAR: A Special Police Officer (SPO) was arrested today in Doda district for his alleged involvement in drug peddling, according to officials.
The SPO, identified as Javed Ahmed, was dismissed from service and attached with the District Police Lines. Reliable sources had informed the police that he was engaged in illegal narcotics trade, leading to his apprehension with cannabis in his possession.
A case under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act was registered against him at Doda Police Station, and an enquiry was initiated against him by the department for service misconduct. The investigation conducted by the department proved beyond doubt that he was involved in the illegal trade of charas, and his services have been disengaged.
The Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Abdul Qayoom has appealed to the general public for cooperation in eradicating the menace of drugs from society. He also warned that any employee of the civil or Police Department found engaged in narcotics trade will not be spared.

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May 6, 2023
Growing drug menace Problematic for Societies penned by Master Khurshid Bhat

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Sheikh Nadeem
Anantnag: Drug use and addiction have become a growing problem in many countries around the world. The use of drugs not only contributes to serious health problems but also has negative social and economic consequences. Addiction to drugs has become a major issue that affects individuals, families, and communities.
The root cause of this growing drug menace is the accessibility and availability of both illegal and prescription drugs. The use of drugs has been popularized by modern culture, the media, and the entertainment industry. Drug addiction is also often fueled by stress, mental health issues, and a lack of proper support and guidance.
The increase in drug use often leads to criminal activities such as theft, money laundering, drug trafficking, and violence. The negative social consequences include poverty, family breakdown, child neglect, and a rise in homelessness.
The most commonly used illegal drugs include heroin, cocaine, and methamphetamine. These drugs are highly addictive and can lead to major health problems, such as heart disease, liver damage, and depression.
Prescription drug addiction is also a growing problem. Prescription drugs are often prescribed for legitimate medical reasons, but they can be abused when taken beyond the recommended dosage. The most commonly abused prescription drugs include opioids, tranquilizers, and stimulants.
To tackle the growing drug menace, it is essential to educate people about the dangers of drug use and addiction. Governments and non-governmental organizations need to make treatment facilities and therapy programs available for drug users to help them overcome addiction and rebuild their lives.
It is also necessary to address the root cause of drug addiction by promoting mental health support, stress management techniques, and providing individuals with safe and healthy alternatives to drug use.

In conclusion, the growing drug menace is a major problem that affects individuals, families, and communities around the world. It is crucial to address this problem by educating and supporting individuals, and providing appropriate treatment and therapy programs to help them overcome addiction and rebuild their lives.
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( With inputs from : roshankashmir.net )

May 6, 2023
Growing drug menace Problematic for Communities penned by Master Khurshid Bhat

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Sheikh Nadeem
Anantnag: Drug use and addiction have become a growing problem in many countries around the world. The use of drugs not only contributes to serious health problems but also has negative social and economic consequences. Addiction to drugs has become a major issue that affects individuals, families, and communities.
The root cause of this growing drug menace is the accessibility and availability of both illegal and prescription drugs. The use of drugs has been popularized by modern culture, the media, and the entertainment industry. Drug addiction is also often fueled by stress, mental health issues, and a lack of proper support and guidance.
The increase in drug use often leads to criminal activities such as theft, money laundering, drug trafficking, and violence. The negative social consequences include poverty, family breakdown, child neglect, and a rise in homelessness.
The most commonly used illegal drugs include heroin, cocaine, and methamphetamine. These drugs are highly addictive and can lead to major health problems, such as heart disease, liver damage, and depression.
Prescription drug addiction is also a growing problem. Prescription drugs are often prescribed for legitimate medical reasons, but they can be abused when taken beyond the recommended dosage. The most commonly abused prescription drugs include opioids, tranquilizers, and stimulants.
To tackle the growing drug menace, it is essential to educate people about the dangers of drug use and addiction. Governments and non-governmental organizations need to make treatment facilities and therapy programs available for drug users to help them overcome addiction and rebuild their lives.
It is also necessary to address the root cause of drug addiction by promoting mental health support, stress management techniques, and providing individuals with safe and healthy alternatives to drug use.

In conclusion, the growing drug menace is a major problem that affects individuals, families, and communities around the world. It is crucial to address this problem by educating and supporting individuals, and providing appropriate treatment and therapy programs to help them overcome addiction and rebuild their lives.
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( With inputs from : roshankashmir.net )

May 6, 2023
Wanted Drug Smuggler Among Three Arrested

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SRINAGAR: On Monday, Jammu and Kashmir Police in Baramulla district arrested three drug peddlers, including a most-wanted smuggler, and seized contraband substances from their possession.
The accused were identified as Jaleel Ahmad Shah, Muhammad Lateef Lone, and Aadil Ahmad Lone, with Jaleel Ahmad Shah being the most-wanted smuggler.
The police recovered 10 grams of contraband cocaine and 15 grams of charas-like substances from Jaleel, while 113 grams of charas-like substance were found during a search of Muhammad Lateef Lone and Aadil Ahmad Lone in Bhagat Colony Rohama Rafiabad.
Cases have been registered, and investigations are underway.

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( With inputs from : kashmirlife.net )

May 1, 2023
Sopore Police held two drug peddlers, contraband recovered, case registered.

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Sopore, 01 May 2023: During naka checking at Bagat Colony Rohama Rafiabad, two suspected persons were apprehended, during search 113 grams of charas like substance was recovered from their possession were identified as: 1. Muhammad Lateef Lone S/O Muhammad Sultan Lone and 2. Aadil Ahamd Lone S/O Muhammad Rajab Lone both the residents of Naidhal Rafiabad.
To this effect, case FIR No. 15/2023 under relevant sections of law stands registered at Police Station Panzla and investigation has been taken up.
General public of Police District Sopore are requested to come forward with any information regarding drug peddling or any anti-social activity to help us to curb these bad evils from the society.
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( With inputs from : roshankashmir.net )

May 1, 2023
International drug cartel busted in Goa, Olympic medallist among 3 held

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Mumbai: The Narcotics Control Bureau has busted an international drug cartel in Goa and arrested two Russians – a 1980 Olympic silver medallist woman swimmer and a former policeman – along with an Indian, and seized various drugs including cocaine and charas, an official said on Saturday.
The operation was conducted by the NCB’s Goa unit over the past two weeks, he said.
“Based on a tip-off that a Russian drug cartel was actively operating in Arambol and its adjoining areas in Goa, a probe was launched. As per the intelligence inputs, a Russian woman named S Varganova was found involved in the supply of drugs to foreign nationals. During the investigation, we also received information that led to the identification of a local man named Akash,” the NCB official said.

“During further probe, it was learnt that Akash was part of a larger network and he was working on the directions of a Russian person, who acted as the kingpin of the cartel,” he said.
Immediately after that, Akash was put under discreet surveillance. After extensive intelligence-based operations, a Russian national named Andre was apprehended and 20 LSD blots were seized from him.
Andre revealed that he was growing hydroponic weed at his local residence, the anti-drug agency said.
Thereafter, tree pots of hydroponic weed plants were recovered from his house, the official said.
During the entire operation, different kinds of drugs, including 88 LSD blots, 8.8 grams cocaine, 242.5 grams charas, 1.440 kg hydroponic weed, 16.49 grams hash oil, 410 grams hash cake – were seized along with Rs 4.88 lakh cash, he said, adding that the NCB also recovered Indian and foreign currencies, fake documents, IDs and material required to grow hydroponic weed.
“The arrested Russian woman, S Varganova, is a 1980 Olympic silver medallist in swimming, while Andre is a former policeman from Russia. The latter has been operating a drug cartel in Goa for a long time. He had visited many cities to spread his network and had been managing the well-spread network of street peddlers,” the NCB said.

Along with the Russian nationals, local citizen Akash has also been arrested, the official said, adding that further investigation was on.
Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant said in Panaji the Anti-Narcotics Cell (ANC) of Goa Police has been cracking down on the illegal drug trade in the state.
He said various agencies in the state are trying to uproot the illegal drug trade and they are working in coordination.
“In the last four years, main drug paddlers have been arrested by ANC,” Sawant told reporters.
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April 29, 2023
Hyderabad: Cops nab Haryana drug peddlers, seize 65 kgs ganja

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Hyderabad: The Abdullapurmet police along with Malkajgiri zone Special Operations Team (SOT) on Saturday apprehended an interstate ganja peddling racket and seized 65 kgs of ganja worth Rs 20 lakhs.
All four accused are natives of Haryana state and have been residing at Bowenpally in the city while working as labourers in different packers and movers companies. Balram aka Ballu Bhai who is currently absconding is the main accused in the case.
Balram developed contacts with ganja suppliers in upper sileru of Andhra Pradesh while working as a labourer. To transport the ganja from AP to Hyderabad, he offered money to Shyam Phool (43) from Bhiwani district, Pramod (23) from Hissar district and Pramod Kumar (20) from Fathebad district.

According to the police, the three of them travelled to upper sileru and arrived in Hyderabad on Saturday in the morning hours. The men were moving suspiciously around the Outer Ring Road (ORR) after alighting from a bus at Pedda Amberpet.
“On reliable information, police officers nabbed the three men and seized 65 kgs of dry ganja from them,” said the police press release.
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April 29, 2023
UAE: Actress Chrisann Pereira arrested on drug charges released on bail

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Abu Dhabi: Bollywood actress Chrisann Pereira, who was arrested in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) on charges of drug-smuggling case, has been reportedly released from Sharjah Central Jail on bail, her brother Kevin Pereira confirms.
In a Instagram story on Thursday, Chrisann’s brother Kevin Pereira wrote,” While Chrisann is set free, we still don’t have an exact date or how long it take for the legal process, signing of papers etc for her to be back on Indian soil.”
27-year-old actress was detained at Sharjah Airport on Saturday, April 1 after authorities found drugs hidden in a trophy she was carrying.

Chrisann Pereira dug case
As per media reports, Chrisann was allegedly tricked by two men into traveling to the UAE to audition for a ‘Hollywood’ web series being filmed in Dubai.
She was asked to hold the award trophy minutes before the flight from Mumbai to Sharjah took off.
My sister Chrisann (Indian citizen) was scammed and sent to Sharjah after which she got arrested in Sharjah on 2nd April as per the consulate general of India. She is unreachable and our family has not been informed abt her status. HELP #Horroratsharjah
— Kevin Pereira (@kevin__pereira) April 9, 2023
Her distraught family in Mumbai had told IANS on Tuesday that Chrisann is innocent and they have planned to appeal to the PM and MEA for help to secure her early release.
On April 24, the Crime Branch registered a case and the main accused in the case, 35-year-old Anthony Paul, a baker in Borivali, and his associate 34-year-old Rajesh Bubhate alias Ravi, a banker, were arrested.
They have confessed to handing three persons the award trophies with drugs concealed in them and two others with drugs-laced cakes before they flew to Dubai, ostensibly as vendetta against the Pereira family.

While two, including Chrisann, unwittingly walked into the trap, three others managed to evade the authorities in Sharjah.
Paul, said to be the brain behind the revenge con, apparently nursed an old grudge against the Pereira family, especially Premila (Chrisann’s mother), and even got into fisticuffs with her son Kevin.
The police have found that Paul had used the same modus operandi with some other wannabe actors, assuring them of plum roles in global webseries, though one person declined to carry the trophy, which Chrisann later agreed to take with her.
Chrisann Pereira recounts her prison life in Sharjah
On Thursday, Kevin Pereira took to Instagram and shared a letter of Chrisann recounted the harrowing time she went through.
“Dear Warriors, It took me three weeks and five days to find pen and paper in jail. After I washed my hair with Tide and made coffee using toilet water, I watched Bollywood movies, sometimes with tears in my eyes knowing my ambition brought me here. I sometimes smile at our culture, our movies and the familiar faces on TV. I feel proud to be an Indian and belong to the Indian film industry,” the letter read.
The actress thanked her family, friends, the police, churches, the media and everyone who believed in her innocence for giving her hope.
“You are the real warriors while I am just a pawn in this dirty game played by these ‘Mansters’. I am forever grateful to everyone who tweeted and reshared my story to arrest the real criminals facilitating international organised crime. We are a great powerful nation and I cannot wait to return home,” she said in the letter.
“Thank you for saving my life and the lives of other innocent people who fell prey to this scam. May justice always prevail,” she concluded.
Source: With inputs from IANS

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April 27, 2023