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Two Drug Peddlers Sabzar Ahmad Das and Adnan Nazir Das Arrested, Charas and Cash Seized in Major Police Operation in South Kashmir’s Anantnag

May 18, 2025 by NOK Desk

As part of its ongoing drive against drug trafficking, Police achieved a major success by apprehending two drug peddlers and seizing a significant quantity of narcotics along with cash in South Kashmir’s Anantnag district.

A Police spokesperson said, “Acting on specific inputs, a police party from Police Station Bijbehara laid a Naka at Zirpara. During the checking, a Hyundai Creta (Registration No. JK02CX-6665) was intercepted. Upon thorough search of the vehicle, approximately 1.250 kilograms of Charas powder-like substance was recovered along with ₹2.48 lakh in cash.”

“Two individuals identified as Sabzar Ahmad Das, son of Mohd Yousuf Das & Adnan Nazir Das, son of Nazir Ahmad Das both residents of Waghama Bijbehara, were arrested on the spot. The vehicle used in the commission of the crime has also been seized”, he said.

Accordingly, a case under FIR No. 102/2025 has been registered at Police Station Bijbehara under relevant sections of laws Further investigation is underway to uncover the broader nexus and linkages involved in the case.

Anantnag Police remains committed to eradicating the drug menace from the society and urges citizens to continue cooperating and sharing information related to drug-related activities.

Anantnag Court Sentences Five, Including Family, to 10 Years in Prison for Trafficking Commercial Quantity of Charas

May 16, 2025 by NOK Desk

A local court in Anantnag on Thursday sentenced five individuals, including a husband-wife duo and their son, to 10 years of rigorous imprisonment and imposed a fine of Rs 1 lakh each for possessing and trafficking a commercial quantity of contraband.

Special Judge Manzoor Ahmad Khan, designated under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act, announced the verdict following the conviction of the accused on May 7.The convicts were identified as Muhammad Rafiq Bhat, his wife, their son Anayatullah Bhat, and Ajaz Ahmad Bhat all residents of Soaf Shali, Kokernag, and Sajad Ahmad Ganai of Hangalgund, Kokernag.They were found guilty in case FIR No 63/2022 of Police Station Kokernag under Sections 8/20 (c) read with 29 of the NDPS Act for the illegal possession and trafficking of 5 kg charas, a quantity categorised as commercial under the law.

According to the court, the offence carries a minimum sentence of 10 years, which may extend to 20 years.

During the sentencing arguments on May 10, the court considered both aggravating and mitigating circumstances, including the convicts socio-economic status, clean criminal history, lack of violence, and good conduct in custody.

While striking a balance between aggravating and mitigating circumstances and considering the quantity of contraband recovered and background of the convicts, I am inclined to give them an opportunity for rehabilitation, the judge said in the order.

The court directed that in case of default in payment of the fine, the convicts would undergo an additional one year of rigorous imprisonment.

The sentence was pronounced in open court via video conferencing.

The convicts, currently lodged at District Jail Bhaderwah and Central Jail Srinagar, will continue to serve their sentence in those facilities.

The court also ordered that the period of detention already undergone during the investigation and trial be set off against the total sentence.

Earlier, the defense counsel argued that there were contradictions in the statements of the witnesses and pleaded for the acquittal of the accused.

However, Additional Public Prosecutor (APP) Aarif Ahmad Ramshoo, representing the prosecution, contended that the evidence on record indicated the accused were involved in the possession and transportation of a contraband substance.

Budgam and Sopore Police Arrest Three Drug Peddlers, Recover Heroin and Spasmo Proxyvon Capsules

May 12, 2025 by NOK Desk

Continuing its unwavering drive against the drug menace, Police achieved success by arresting 3 drug peddlers in Budgam and Sopore and recovered significant quantity of contraband substances from their possession.

A Police spokesperson said that police team from Police Post Soibugh at a checkpoint established near Soibugh Diyar Bridge, intercepted two suspicious individuals who tried to flee but were apprehended tactfully. Upon search, heroin-like substance was recovered from their possession. They have been identified as Mohd Imran Khan son of Abdul Rahman Khan and Waris Rashid Dar son of Abdul Rashid Dar, both residents of Narkara, Budgam. Accordingly, a case vide FIR No. 108/2025 under relevant sections of law has been registered at Police Station Budgam, and further investigation is underway.

Similarly in Sopore, Police Station Dangiwacha apprehended notorious drug peddler namely Mohammad Iqbal Dar son of Mushtaq Ahmad Dar resident of Drusoo Khalisa Rafiabad, in connection with FIR No. 22/2025 under sections 8/22 and 29 of the NDPS Act.

Earlier investigations had led to the seizure of 496 capsules of SpasmoProxyvon Plus. Further investigation and sustained efforts resulted in the recovery of some additional capsules.

Police remain committed in eradicating the drug menace from society and safeguarding the lives of the youth. The public is urged to continue supporting the police by reporting drug-related activities in their localities.

KPDCL Employee Caught Red-Handed Taking Bribe in Budgam by CBI Anti-Corruption Branch

May 6, 2025 by NOK Desk

The anti-corruption branch of CBI Srinagar nabbed an employee of Kashmir Power Development Corporation Limited (KPDCL) in Magam area of Beerwah, Budgam today while demanding and accepting bribe from a complainant.

An official said that the employee, identified as Manzoor Ahmad Dar, was caught red-handed while accepting Rs 4000 bribe.

He said the complainant had filed a written a complaint alleging that the employee concerned was demanding bribe from him for facilitating power connection to his poultry farm.

“Upon receiving the complaint, ACB Srinagar verified it and laid a trap to apprehend the employee red-handed while demanding and accepting bribe amount of Rs 4000. A case FIR No. 3 of 2025 u/s 7 of Prevention of Corruption Act 1988 has been registered against him,” he said. (KNO)

Udhampur Police Book Notorious Drug Peddler Ajay Dev Singh Under NDPS Act

April 19, 2025 by NOK Desk

In its continuous war and firm commitment against drug menace, Udhampur Police booked one notorious Drug Peddler namely Ajay Dev Singh S/O Balbir Singh R/O W.No. 11, Shiv Nagar, Udhampur in Preventive detention under the provisions of Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substance Act for his repeated involvement in selling and distributing Contraband Narcotics among the populace of Udhampur and its adjoining areas.

Officials said accused was a threat to the peaceful environment who often tried to involve youth of the area in drug addiction.

It is pertinent to mention that many cases were registered against the said drug peddler and was involved in promoting drug trade by supplying drugs to the locals of District Udhampur. (KNS)

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Bandipora Police Attach Property of Notorious Drug Peddler Worth ₹13.62 Lakh

April 19, 2025 by NOK Desk

Continuing its strict action against drug peddlers, District Police Bandipora on Friday attached the property of a notorious drug peddler in the district.

Police said the property, which includes a residential house and a vehicle, belongs to Nazir Ahmad Bhat, son of Ab Khaliq Bhat, a resident of Kalosa Bandipora. He was found involved in a narcotics case registered under FIR No.20/25 under sections 8/20 of the NDPS Act at Police Station Bandipora.

The estimated value of the attached property is approximately ?13.62 lakh. The seized vehicle has registration number JK15B 6476.

Police said the action was taken as part of ongoing efforts to curb the drug menace in the district and send a strong message to those involved in illegal drug trade. (KNS)

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Kupwara Police Arrest Notorious Woman Drug Kingpin, Seize 1.71 Kg Narcotics

April 17, 2025 by NOK Desk

In a major crackdown against drug trafficking, Kupwara Police on Thursday arrested three drug smugglers including a woman drug kingpin from South Kashmir and recovered 1.71 kilograms of contraband from their possession.

Addressing a press conference, Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Kupwara, Ghulam Jeelani, said that the arrests were made last night when a police party intercepted a suspicious vehicle.

“Upon search, three individuals — including a woman identified as Haseena Begum — were apprehended with a significant quantity of narcotics,” he said.

“Haseena Begum is a known drug smuggler with multiple FIRs registered against her across the Valley, including in North Kashmir. She has been actively involved in trafficking contraband from South to North Kashmir,” the SSP said.

An FIR has been registered against all three accused, and the vehicle used in the smuggling has also been seized, SSP Jeelani said, adding that further investigations are underway to uncover the broader network involved in the trade.

The SSP also disclosed that the woman kingpin’s brother is a government employee. “We are writing to the Director of CAPD to initiate strict departmental action against him,” he said.

To strengthen vigilance, especially in border areas like Tangdhar, the SSP announced the deployment of women personnel from BSF and local police to check female suspects. “Some female traffickers misuse their identity and circumstances to bypass security. That will no longer be tolerated,” he asserted.

Referring to certain absconders involved in previous drug cases in Tangdhar, SSP Jeelani issued a stern warning: “Your properties will be attached. There will be no escape from the law.”

He also said that anyone involved in drug trade will face strict legal consequences, including the attachment of properties—(KNO)

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Cyber Police Kashmir Cracks Down on 50 Mule Accounts Linked to Online Fraud

April 14, 2025 by NOK Desk

Cyber Police Station Kashmir Zone, Srinagar has intensified its crackdown on mule bank accounts that are being used to facilitate large-scale cyber fraud and money laundering across the Valley.

In a recent development, preventive legal action has been initiated against 50 individuals whose bank accounts were found involved in illicit financial activity. Two key kingpins running the racket have been arrested, while several others are currently under surveillance.

Mule bank accounts—often opened or rented by locals for a commission—are being exploited by cybercriminal networks, including those operating from overseas. These accounts are used as conduits for routing fraudulently acquired money through fake investment platforms, phishing scams, and illegal betting sites.

“These accounts may look like regular accounts, but they are part of a digital crime trail. Anyone involved—whether by renting an account or knowingly allowing its misuse—will face serious legal consequences,” said SP Cyber Crime Kashmir in a statement.

Cyber Police Kashmir has reaffirmed its commitment to dismantling these networks. The operation involves digital forensics, financial tracking, and collaboration with national cybercrime coordination agencies. The unit is also urging the public to be vigilant and responsible with their financial credentials.

“If you suspect your bank account has been misused or were misled into renting it out, come forward voluntarily. Help us help you. And if you notice suspicious digital activity—report it. Together, we can shut down cybercrime,” SP Cyber Crime Kashmir added.

The public is reminded that knowingly or unknowingly aiding cybercriminals through mule accounts is a punishable offense. Citizens can report any such fraud to Cyber Police Kashmir via helpline number.

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Drug Peddler Irfan Ahmad Raina Arrested in Kulgam; Heroin Worth Lakhs Recovered

April 14, 2025 by NOK Desk

In its sustained efforts to root out the menace of drugs from the society, Police arrested drug peddler in Kulgam and recovered contraband substance worth lakhs from his possession.

A Spokesperson said that acting on specific information, a police party of Police Station Kulgam alongwith Executive Magistrate Kulgam raided the suspected spot at village Arreh near Islamia Hanfia Institute and apprehended one person. During search, 471 grams of Heroin-like substance valuing in lakhs were recovered from his possession. He has been identified as Irfan Ahmad Raina son of Mushtaq Ahmad resident of Arreh, Kulgam. He has been arrested and shifted to police station where he remains in custody.

Accordingly, a Case vide FIR No. 34/2025 under relevant sections of law has been registered at Police Station Kulgam and further investigation is going on.

Police remains committed to its zero-tolerance policy against drug abuse and trafficking and urges the general public to come forward with any information regarding drug peddling or other anti-social activities in their areas.

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Anantnag Police Seize Properties of Bashir Ahmad Wani Worth ₹1.2 Crore in Sallar Pahalgam

April 11, 2025 by NOK Desk

In a sustained effort to clamp down on drug trafficking and choke the financial channels of those profiting from the narcotics trade, Anantnag Police have seized properties worth Rs 1.2 crore under the stringent provisions of the NDPS Act.

The latest crackdown involved multiple operations across the district, where law enforcement officials, acting under Section 68-F of the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act, attached a series of immovable and movable assets belonging to individuals implicated in drug-related cases.

Among the notable seizures was a single-storey house and one kanal of land located in Sallar, Anantnag, owned by Bashir Ahmad Wani, son of Abdul Aziz Wani. Wani is accused in a 2018 narcotics case registered at Police Station Srigufwara, where authorities recovered a significant quantity of poppy straw. The value of the seized property is estimated at Rs 70 lakh.

Further action followed in Bijbehara under FIR No. 35/2025. Police attached a residential house and a vehicle (JK02AV-1235) belonging to Tajdar Amin Khan, as well as a commercial shopping complex owned by Bilal Ahmad Itoo of Gund Nasir. Both individuals have been linked to drug trafficking activities and are under investigation.

In another case, registered under FIR No. 213/2024, police confiscated a vehicle (HR16L-3657) owned by Harjinder Singh of Mubarak Pur, Kapurthala (Punjab), reinforcing the wide geographical reach of the ongoing anti-narcotics operations.

According to officials, these seizures are part of a broader strategy to not just arrest drug peddlers but also dismantle their economic backbone. By targeting properties acquired through proceeds of crime, police aim to send a clear and uncompromising message to those involved in the drug trade. (CNS)