Narcotics

Coast Guard, Gujarat ATS Seize ₹1,800-Crore Drug Haul in High-Stakes Sea Chase

Apr

DefenseATS, Coast Guard, Narcotics

Coast Guard, Gujarat ATS Seize ₹1,800-Crore Drug Haul in High-Stakes Sea Chase

The Indian Coast Guard collaborated with Gujarat ATS. They conducted a dramatic midnight operation in the Arabian Sea. They intercepted a major narcotics consignment. Over 300 kilograms of suspected methamphetamine were seized. It is valued at nearly ₹1,800 crore. The bust took place between April 12 and 13, following a specific intelligence tip-off from the Gujarat Anti-Terrorism Squad. A Coast Guard vessel was on multi-mission duty in the North Maharashtra–South Gujarat maritime zone. It was quickly diverted to act on the input. This led to the interception near the International Maritime Boundary Line (IMBL). Officials said the suspect boat was…

INS Tarkash Intercepts 2,500kg of Narcotics in Indian Ocean

Apr

By Theviralmail

DefenseIndian Navy, INS Tarkash, Narcotics

INS Tarkash Intercepts 2,500kg of Narcotics in Indian Ocean

Successful Interception in Western Indian Ocean The Indian Navy’s frontline frigate, INS Tarkash, is operating under the Western Naval Command. It has successfully intercepted and seized over 2,500 kg of narcotics in the Western Indian Ocean. This operation highlights the Navy’s ongoing efforts to combat maritime crime and enhance regional security. Maritime Security Operations and International Collaboration INS Tarkash has been actively engaged in Maritime Security Operations since its deployment in January 2025. It supports Combined Task Force (CTF) 150. This task force operates under the Combined Maritime Forces (CMF) headquartered in Bahrain. The warship is participating in the multi-national…