Ahmedabad: The drug trafficking operation was carried out in the dark network and social media channels. Drug advertisements would be posted on social media and the dark web. Those who knew the business placed orders. Payment would be made in advance by cryptocurrency. Only after payment is made is the package sent via courier.
The courier receives a false or incorrect address and the package is picked up while the delivery person is halfway to the (false) address. Officials said the involvement of courier company workers cannot be ruled out, as an international shipment cannot simply be delivered halfway.
The FIR filed at the city cyber crime police station mentions that the addresses of the recipient were in Ambawadi, Ambli, Subhash Bridge, Rakhial, Vatva and Nalsarovar areas of Ahmedabad, six addresses were in Surat city and one in Vavol in Gandhinagar, Bechraji. Bhavnagar, Idar, Vapi, Botad, Rajkot and Vadodara. In most of these packages, the item apparently sent was books. One of these books, '3000 Questions About Me', contained a white substance that turned out to be cocaine.
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The courier receives a false or incorrect address and the package is picked up while the delivery person is halfway to the (false) address. Officials said the involvement of courier company workers cannot be ruled out, as an international shipment cannot simply be delivered halfway.
The FIR filed at the city cyber crime police station mentions that the addresses of the recipient were in Ambawadi, Ambli, Subhash Bridge, Rakhial, Vatva and Nalsarovar areas of Ahmedabad, six addresses were in Surat city and one in Vavol in Gandhinagar, Bechraji. Bhavnagar, Idar, Vapi, Botad, Rajkot and Vadodara. In most of these packages, the item apparently sent was books. One of these books, '3000 Questions About Me', contained a white substance that turned out to be cocaine.
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Narcotics found in 20 packages sent from abroad
The Cyber โโCrime Branch and Ahmedabad Customs Department have busted an international drug trafficking syndicate using a unique method. The syndicate allegedly sent cocaine and cannabis worth around Rs 50 lakh to India through private courier from the United States, Thailand and Canada. The drugs were hidden in toys, notebooks and books. The joint operation recovered 2.31 gm of cocaine and 5.97 kg of cannabis, with a total estimated value of Rs 48.39 lakh. Traffickers used the dark web and social media to distribute drugs. Investigations are ongoing.
The Cyber โโCrime Branch and Ahmedabad Customs Department have busted an international drug trafficking syndicate using a unique method. The syndicate allegedly sent cocaine and cannabis worth around Rs 50 lakh to India through private courier from the United States, Thailand and Canada. The drugs were hidden in toys, notebooks and books. The joint operation recovered 2.31 gm of cocaine and 5.97 kg of cannabis, with a total estimated value of Rs 48.39 lakh. Traffickers used the dark web and social media to distribute drugs. Investigations are ongoing.
PM to address BJP workers in Bhopal today
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will address a mega congregation of BJP workers in Bhopal during a brief visit. The event, called 'Karyakarta Mahakumbh', is being held to mark the formal culmination of the BJP's 'Jan Ashirwad Yatras'. This will be Modi's third visit to the state in the last 45 days, and the BJP aims to gather 10 lakh people for the event. The Prime Minister will arrive at Bhopal airport at 10:55 am and depart by helicopter for the Jamboree Maidan at 11:00 am.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will address a mega congregation of BJP workers in Bhopal during a brief visit. The event, called 'Karyakarta Mahakumbh', is being held to mark the formal culmination of the BJP's 'Jan Ashirwad Yatras'. This will be Modi's third visit to the state in the last 45 days, and the BJP aims to gather 10 lakh people for the event. The Prime Minister will arrive at Bhopal airport at 10:55 am and depart by helicopter for the Jamboree Maidan at 11:00 am.
Union Minister to address roadshow in city today
Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal will attend a tour in Varanasi to discuss maritime infrastructure and trade. The event will also be attended by government officials, industry players and representatives of different states and organizations. Sonowal emphasized the importance of waterways and sustainability in the maritime sector. The roadshow aims to foster collaboration and unlock opportunities in this vital sector. It is organized by the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways and anchored by the Inland Waterways Authority of India. The event is a precursor to the India World Maritime Summit 2023.
Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal will attend a tour in Varanasi to discuss maritime infrastructure and trade. The event will also be attended by government officials, industry players and representatives of different states and organizations. Sonowal emphasized the importance of waterways and sustainability in the maritime sector. The roadshow aims to foster collaboration and unlock opportunities in this vital sector. It is organized by the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways and anchored by the Inland Waterways Authority of India. The event is a precursor to the India World Maritime Summit 2023.
