What is the Captagon? The Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) has intensified its crackdown on transnational drug syndicates, culminating in Operation RAGEPILL, which resulted in India’s first-ever seizure of the psychotropic substance Captagon. The agency arrested the kingpin of an India-Myanmar drug network in Delhi and promoted Himachal Pradesh’s ‘anti-heroin’ model, highlighting India’s shift from local […]
Tag: 22nd May 2026
India–Nordic Summit 2026
India–Nordic Summit 2026: The Prime Minister of India concluded a highly significant diplomatic tour of the Nordic region, visiting Oslo, Norway, to participate in the 3rd India-Nordic Summit. Hosted by Norway, the summit brought together the Prime Minister of India and the leaders of the five Nordic nations (Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway, and Sweden) to […]
Genomic Mapping of Pangolin Trafficking
Genomic Mapping of Pangolin Trafficking: A study published in PLoS Biology has developed a DNA-based “genetic map” that can accurately trace the origin and trafficking routes of illegally traded pangolins, strengthening efforts to combat global wildlife crime. The genomic map pinpointed three primary transnational extraction zones: Southwestern Cameroon (white-bellied), Southwestern Borneo (Sunda), and the border […]
SC Allows Euthanasia of Rabid and Dangerous Stray Dogs
SC Allows Euthanasia of Rabid and Dangerous Stray Dogs: The Supreme Court of India has permitted civic authorities to take legally permissible measures, including euthanasia, for rabid, incurably ill, or aggressively dangerous stray dogs in accordance with the Animal Birth Control (ABC) Rules, 2023. Strict Ban on Street Feeding: The bench upheld its previous directives […]
US Clears Apache & Howitzer Support for India
US Clears Apache & Howitzer Support for India: The United States approved sustainment support and related equipment for AH-64E Apache helicopters and M777A2 Ultra-Light Howitzers for India, further boosting bilateral defence ties. Apache Helicopters: The AH-64 Apache is an advanced multi-role combat helicopter used by the US Army and several international defence forces. The Apache […]
