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Rs 7-cr Thailand-origin Hydroponic Weed seized in DRI raid

Kochi, Dec 8 (UNI) In a major strike against narcotics trafficking, the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI), Cochin Zonal Unit, has dismantled an inter-state drug syndicate and seized hydroponic weed worth nearly ₹7 crore during a coordinated, multi-location operation.
Based on precise intelligence, DRI teams executed simultaneous interceptions at Delhi Airport, Cochin Airport, and multiple locations across Kochi.
Two passengers—one each at the two airports—were detained, leading to the recovery of 7 kg of premium-grade hydroponic cannabis reportedly sourced from Thailand.
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Rivetting, high octane action marks world famous Alanganallur Jallikattu bull taming fest, winner gets car, TN govt job

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Andhra will emerge as Green Energy Hub: CM

17 Jan 2026 | 7:30 PM

Kakinada, Jan 17 (UNI) Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu on Saturday asserted that Andhra Pradesh will emerge as a Green Energy Hub.

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