DRI seizes around 5.8 kg foreign-origin gold worth Rs. 9 crores from a secret cavity in car, uncovering a sophisticated gold smuggling modus operandi; two arrested

India, Oct. 11 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Continuing its sustained crackdown on organised gold smuggling, the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI), in an intelligence led operation, intercepted a car carrying two passengers travelling from Kolkata to Hyderabad at Visakhapatnam during 08-09 October 2026. The interception followed a prolonged chase by officers, who maintained heightened vigilance along the National Highway. Seized 5.8 kg gold A thorough search of the ...


DRI cracks down on gold smuggling from Bangladesh in Eastern Region; seizes over 7.8 kg foreign-origin gold; six arrested

India, Oct. 11 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Gold seized by DRI Kolkata in the operations The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) has intensified its crackdown on cross-border gold smuggling from Bangladesh, seizing around 7.8 kg of foreign-origin gold valued at more than Rs. 11.50 crore in intelligence-led operations conducted on 08-09 October 2026 in the eastern region. The operations exposed the use of road and railway networks to transport smuggled gold from border...


DRI seizes around 5.75 kg crystal meth from train passenger in a crack down on drug trafficking; one arrested

India, Oct. 11 -- The Government of India has issued a release: In an intelligence-led operation on 08-09.10.2026, the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI), Mangalore Regional Unit, intercepted an Indian national travelling by train from Delhi to Bengaluru. A thorough examination of the passenger's trolley bag led to the recovery of three packets containing 5.753 kg white crystalline substance suspected to be Methamphetamine (Crystal Meth). The suspected narcotic substance was seized und...


Indian Railways Announces 3,548 Graduate-Level NTPC Vacancies, Opening New Career Opportunities for Aspiring Youth

India, Oct. 11 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Indian Railways has announced 3,548 graduate-level vacancies under the Non-Technical Popular Categories (NTPC-Graduate) recruitment through Centralised Employment Notification (CEN) No. 06/2026 issued by the Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs). The recruitment provides eligible graduates with an opportunity to pursue a career in Indian Railways and contribute to the functioning of one of the country's largest public service organisat...


Union Minister Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya leads youth in fitness activities, anti-drug pledge and a 5.5-km cycle rally

India, Oct. 11 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Hon'ble Union Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya led the 94th edition of Fit India Sundays on Cycle in Varanasi, bringing together over 500 cyclists and more than 1,000 participants to champion the message of a drug-free youth and a healthier India. The event, centred on the theme 'Nasha Mukt Yuva for Viksit Bharat', witnessed the participation of medallists from the 2026 Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games, including ...


The National Human Rights Commission, India to celebrate its 33rd Foundation Day on 12th October 2026

India, Oct. 9 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC), India is organising a function to celebrate its 33rd Foundation Day at Vigyan Bhawan on 12th October 2026. The Chief Justice of India, Justice Surya Kant will address the event as the Chief Guest in the presence of NHRC, India Chairperson, Justice V. Ramasubramanian, Members, Justice (Dr.) Bidyut Ranjan Sarangi, Smt. Vijaya Bharathi Sayani and Shri Priyank Kanoongo, Secretary General, Shr...


Vice-President Shri C. P. Radhakrishnan to Visit Jharkhand on October 10

India, Oct. 9 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The Vice-President of India, Shri C. P. Radhakrishnan, will visit Deoghar, Jharkhand, on October 10, 2026. During his visit, the Vice-President will grace the 2nd Convocation of the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), Deoghar. The Vice-President will also visit the Sainya Sampark Mela at BBMT Hospital, Deoghar, Jharkhand. Disclaimer: Curated by HT Syndication....


PM chairs valedictory session of National Departmental Summit on Women and Child Development

India, Oct. 9 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi chaired the valedictory session of the two-day National Departmental Summit on Women and Child Development, at Sushma Swaraj Bhawan earlier today. The Summit, part of the series of Departmental Summits envisioned by the Prime Minister, brought together Ministers and senior officials from States and Union Territories for focused deliberations on nutrition and early childhood care, child protection, ...


PM condoles loss of lives in a mishap in Kutch, Gujarat

India, Oct. 9 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has expressed deep sorrow over the loss of lives in a mishap at Kutch, Gujarat. Shri Modi conveyed his condolences to the bereaved families and prayed for the speedy recovery of the injured. The Prime Minister posted on X; Distressed to hear about the loss of lives in a mishap in Kutch, Gujarat. I extend my condolences to those who have lost their loved ones in this tragedy. Praying for the ...


PM interacts with Team India representatives at 48th WorldSkills Competition

India, Oct. 9 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi interacted with the representatives of Team India at WorldSkills Competition, Shanghai 2026 at 7, Lok Kalyan Marg, earlier today. During the interaction, the participants shared their experiences during the competition. They expressed pride in representing their country at the world stage. The participants discussed adapting to new tools, software, technical systems and work processes during the in...