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DRI unearths 115 crore ‘export incentive’ fraud spanning Pune, Mumbai; 2 held

Acting on the intelligence, the DRI intercepted two such live consignments, he said. (REPRESENTATIVE PHOTO)
Published on Aug 29, 2025 07:18 AM IST

DRI seizes dry dates worth 9 cr illegally imported from Pak

DRI seizes dry dates worth 9 cr illegally imported from Pak
Published on Jun 27, 2025 07:52 AM IST

Nigerian woman held with 5 crore drugs on Delhi-Mumbai bus

The banned substances were concealed in food packets (oats) and juice tetra packs, the official said.
Published on Jun 20, 2025 12:51 PM IST

DRI busts MD-making factory in remote Latur village, cop among 7 held

DRI busts MD-making factory in remote Latur village, cop among 7 held
Published on Apr 10, 2025 07:44 AM IST

Kannada actor Ranya Rao confessed to hawala deals, DRI tells court

Ranya Rao (HT Photo)
Updated on Mar 26, 2025 04:08 AM IST

Ranya Rao helped co-accused purchase flight tickets to smuggle gold: DRI

Kannada film actor Ranya Rao was arrested in one of the largest gold seizures at Bengaluru's Kempegowda International Airport.
Updated on Mar 19, 2025 12:12 PM IST

CBI probing alleged role of public servants in facilitating gold smuggling from Dubai

CBI probing alleged role of public servants in facilitating gold smuggling from Dubai
Published on Mar 13, 2025 05:36 PM IST

DRI: Actor Ranya Rao part of gold smuggling syndicate

The Kannada actor was arrested at he Kempegowda International Airport with 14.2 kg of gold bars worth 12.5 crore upon her arrival from Dubai.
Published on Mar 13, 2025 04:24 AM IST

Hotelier's grandson arrested in gold smuggling case linked to Ranya Rao: Report

Kannada actress Ranya Rao was arrested over alleged gold smuggling on Monday night while returning from Dubai.
Updated on Mar 11, 2025 01:52 PM IST

Brazilian woman arrested with ingested cocaine capsules worth 10.96 crore

Brazilian woman arrested with ingested cocaine capsules worth 10.96 crore
Published on Mar 03, 2025 07:16 AM IST

DRI arrests 5 with MD worth 24cr and 1.93cr in cash

DRI arrests 5 with MD worth 24cr and 1.93cr in cash
Updated on Dec 05, 2024 07:26 AM IST

MD seizure by DRI sees a three-fold rise in 2022-23

MD seizure by DRI sees a three-fold rise in 2022-23
Updated on Jul 25, 2024 09:06 AM IST

How did red sanders become the gold bullion of timber smuggling in Maharashtra?

Rich hue and therapeutic properties of red sanders fuel smuggling attempts
Updated on Jul 15, 2024 09:32 AM IST

Kenyan national held at Bengaluru airport for possessing cocaine worth 30 cr

Packets containing off-white coloured powdered substance, weighing three kgs valued at 30 crore were found to be concealed in the false bottom of the check-in luggage.
Published on Jul 13, 2024 01:30 PM IST

More than 9 kg gold seized in Bengaluru's Kempegowda International Airport

More than 9 kg gold seized in Bengaluru's Kempegowda International Airport
Published on Jun 07, 2024 11:39 AM IST

DRI to watch social media to curb illegal trading of endangered species

Last July, the DRI also seized 306 live exotic animals, including tortoises and turtles, after foiling the alleged bid to smuggle them via air into India from Thailand by a suspected international wildlife trafficking racket.
Updated on Jun 07, 2024 07:00 AM IST

DRI marks 74% year-on-year hike in gold seizures

HT Image
Updated on May 21, 2024 07:08 AM IST

Mumbai DRI seizes 15 crore worth cocaine from African national

The cocaine seized by Mumbai Police. (Sourced image.)
Updated on May 10, 2024 01:58 PM IST

DRI seizes smuggled gold, cash, currency worth 10.48 crore; arrests four

DRI seizes smuggled gold, cash and foreign currencies worth 10.48 crore; arrests four
Updated on Apr 25, 2024 09:14 AM IST

Seized Bengal Monitors, soft corals trafficked to Mumbai from Gujarat: DRI probe

The DRI had detained a trafficker in Nashik who had arrived there with the stock of wildlife articles. (HT photo)
Published on Apr 26, 2024 01:52 PM IST

Gold being smuggled into Mumbai in compound form for better concealment

International gold trafficking syndicates are smuggling the yellow metal in compound form. (File Photo)
Updated on Apr 17, 2024 09:20 AM IST

Bengal monitor lizards, soft corals seized near Nasik

Taking advantage of this opportunity, the trafficker and his companions attempted to flee with the contraband. (HT PHOTO)
Updated on Apr 15, 2024 05:22 AM IST

Foreigner held at Mumbai airport with drugs worth 11 cr hidden in his stomach

Based on specific information, the Sierra Leone national was apprehended by a team of DRI at Mumbai’s Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA)
Published on Apr 01, 2024 12:12 AM IST

DRI officials seize gold worth 6.6 crore from Odisha toll gate

DRI officials said 65 pieces of gold valued at 6,44,46,164 were recovered from a cavity in the vehicle.
Published on Mar 31, 2024 11:30 AM IST

DRI busts international syndicate, seizes 9.82 kg cocaine worth 100 crore

DRI’s probe began on Saturday after the Mumbai unit seized 9.82 kg cocaine worth 100 crore from two alleged female carriers who arrived from Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, of Thai and Indonesian nationality, respectively.
Updated on Mar 20, 2024 06:56 AM IST

DRI arrests 6, seizes 16 kg smuggled gold, 2.65cr cash

DRI arrests 6, seizes 16 kg smuggled gold, 2.65cr cash
Updated on Mar 08, 2024 08:12 AM IST

DRI nabs drug supplier after dramatic chase

DRI nabs drug supplier after dramatic chase
Updated on Mar 01, 2024 06:54 AM IST

DRI seizes cocaine worth 8.9 crore from Ugandan national

The accused had allegedly concealed the cocaine in her hair wig and bra pads, the sources said
Updated on Dec 21, 2023 07:34 AM IST