September 30, 2026 3:32 PM
ICG Seizes Narcotics Worth Over Rs 3,000 Crore in Arabian Sea, Apprehends Five
The Indian Coast Guard (ICG), in coordination with the Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS), Gujarat, has foiled a major maritime narcotics smuggling attempt in the Arabian Sea, west of Lakshadweep. The operation, conducted on September 25, resulted in the seizure of approximately 526 kg of high-grade narcotic substances, including heroin and methamphetamine, worth more than Rs 3,000 crore, according to the Ministry of Defence. Five Pakistani nationals operating the vessel were also apprehended ...