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2,200-Year-Old Egyptian Vase Reveals Evidence of Hallucinogenic Rituals
A 2,200-year-old Egyptian vase depicting the dwarf god Bes has been found to contain traces of a hallucinogenic drink. Chemical analysis revealed ingredients like wild rue, Egyptian lotus, and Cleome plants, known for their psychotropic effects. Other components, such as sesame, pine nuts, and grapes, suggest the drink was designed to mimic blood.
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Incorrect To Limit The Bail Period Of An Accused, Says Supreme Court
In a recent order, the Supreme Court has said that it was "incorrect" for the Orissa High Court to limit the period of bail of an accused booked under the NDPS (Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances) Act.
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Delhi Man Smuggles 102 Kg Heroin From Afghanistan, His Properties Seized
Two properties of an alleged prime accused in the seizure of 102 kg of heroin smuggled from Afghanistan via the Attari border in Punjab have been attached, National Investigation Agency (NIA) said today.
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Life Term, Rs 5 Lakh Fine, Property Seizure: Himachal Calls For Stricter Drug Laws
Advocating for more powers to the state under the drug law, Himachal Pradesh's Chief Minister said the punishment for drug offences should be nothing short of life imprisonment.
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Woman Arrested From Indo-Nepal Border With Drugs Worth Rs 82 Lakh
A 31-year-old woman was arrested today from the Indo-Nepal border in Sonauli here with heroin worth around Rs 82 lakh, officials said.
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Over 8,000 Kgs of Drugs Under 'Say No To Drugs' Campaign Destroyed In Hyderabad
On the occasion of International Day against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking, on Monday, Hyderabad Customs destroyed various Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances totally weighing around 8,946.263 kgs, under 'Say no to drugs' campaign.
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Seized Drugs Worth Rs 295 Crore Destroyed By Hyderabad Customs
Hyderabad Customs on Monday destroyed various narcotic drugs and psychotropic substances weighing around 8,950 kg valued at Rs 295 crore.
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If State Has No Time, Then We Have No Time To Wait For State: Supreme Court
The Supreme Court on Tuesday granted bail to a helper in a truck who was accused under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act, after the Odisha government failed to file its response to his plea for relief.
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51 Kg Of Marijuana Recovered, 2 Arrested in Delhi: Police
Crime Branch of the Delhi Police recovered 51 kg of psychotropic substance (marijuana), one transport vehicle, and arrested two accused who were engaged in the illicit trade on Sunday.
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'Bhang' Not Prohibited Under Drugs Act, Rules Karnataka High Court
The Karnataka High Court has ruled that 'bhang' is not declared as a prohibited drug or drink under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act, and granted bail to a man who was arrested in the city.
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Party Drug "Meow Meow", Worth Rs 1,000 Crore, Caught In Gujarat Warehouse
The Gujarat Anti-Terrorist Squad (ATS) on Tuesday seized more than 200 kilogram of party drug mephedrone (MD) worth nearly Rs 1,000 crore in the international market from a warehouse near Vadodara city, an official said.
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Drugs Worth Rs 133 Crore Seized After Raid At Haryana Factory
The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) has busted a factory in Haryana's Yamunanagar and seized Rs 133 crore-worth psychotropic substance used in manufacturing a party drug, an official statement said on Wednesday.
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Delhi Pubs, Hotels Directed To Display Warnings On Drug Consumption
The excise department has directed hotels, clubs, and restaurants to put up display boards warning against consumption of narcotic drugs and psychotropic substances, according to an official circular.
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Supreme Court Rejects Akali Leader Bikram Majithia's Plea In Drugs Case
The Supreme Court on Tuesday refused to entertain a plea filed by Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) leader Bikram Singh Majithia seeking quashing of cases registered against him by the Punjab Police under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act.
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Rs 40-Crore Liquor, Drugs Seized After Model Code Enforced In Punjab
Enforcement teams have so far seized liquor, psychotropic substances and unaccounted cash worth Rs 40.31 crore after the model code of conduct came into force in Punjab, a poll official said on Saturday.
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2,200-Year-Old Egyptian Vase Reveals Evidence of Hallucinogenic Rituals
A 2,200-year-old Egyptian vase depicting the dwarf god Bes has been found to contain traces of a hallucinogenic drink. Chemical analysis revealed ingredients like wild rue, Egyptian lotus, and Cleome plants, known for their psychotropic effects. Other components, such as sesame, pine nuts, and grapes, suggest the drink was designed to mimic blood.
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Incorrect To Limit The Bail Period Of An Accused, Says Supreme Court
In a recent order, the Supreme Court has said that it was "incorrect" for the Orissa High Court to limit the period of bail of an accused booked under the NDPS (Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances) Act.
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Delhi Man Smuggles 102 Kg Heroin From Afghanistan, His Properties Seized
Two properties of an alleged prime accused in the seizure of 102 kg of heroin smuggled from Afghanistan via the Attari border in Punjab have been attached, National Investigation Agency (NIA) said today.
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Life Term, Rs 5 Lakh Fine, Property Seizure: Himachal Calls For Stricter Drug Laws
Advocating for more powers to the state under the drug law, Himachal Pradesh's Chief Minister said the punishment for drug offences should be nothing short of life imprisonment.
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Woman Arrested From Indo-Nepal Border With Drugs Worth Rs 82 Lakh
A 31-year-old woman was arrested today from the Indo-Nepal border in Sonauli here with heroin worth around Rs 82 lakh, officials said.
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Over 8,000 Kgs of Drugs Under 'Say No To Drugs' Campaign Destroyed In Hyderabad
On the occasion of International Day against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking, on Monday, Hyderabad Customs destroyed various Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances totally weighing around 8,946.263 kgs, under 'Say no to drugs' campaign.
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Seized Drugs Worth Rs 295 Crore Destroyed By Hyderabad Customs
Hyderabad Customs on Monday destroyed various narcotic drugs and psychotropic substances weighing around 8,950 kg valued at Rs 295 crore.
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If State Has No Time, Then We Have No Time To Wait For State: Supreme Court
The Supreme Court on Tuesday granted bail to a helper in a truck who was accused under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act, after the Odisha government failed to file its response to his plea for relief.
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51 Kg Of Marijuana Recovered, 2 Arrested in Delhi: Police
Crime Branch of the Delhi Police recovered 51 kg of psychotropic substance (marijuana), one transport vehicle, and arrested two accused who were engaged in the illicit trade on Sunday.
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'Bhang' Not Prohibited Under Drugs Act, Rules Karnataka High Court
The Karnataka High Court has ruled that 'bhang' is not declared as a prohibited drug or drink under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act, and granted bail to a man who was arrested in the city.
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Party Drug "Meow Meow", Worth Rs 1,000 Crore, Caught In Gujarat Warehouse
The Gujarat Anti-Terrorist Squad (ATS) on Tuesday seized more than 200 kilogram of party drug mephedrone (MD) worth nearly Rs 1,000 crore in the international market from a warehouse near Vadodara city, an official said.
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Drugs Worth Rs 133 Crore Seized After Raid At Haryana Factory
The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) has busted a factory in Haryana's Yamunanagar and seized Rs 133 crore-worth psychotropic substance used in manufacturing a party drug, an official statement said on Wednesday.
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Delhi Pubs, Hotels Directed To Display Warnings On Drug Consumption
The excise department has directed hotels, clubs, and restaurants to put up display boards warning against consumption of narcotic drugs and psychotropic substances, according to an official circular.
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Supreme Court Rejects Akali Leader Bikram Majithia's Plea In Drugs Case
The Supreme Court on Tuesday refused to entertain a plea filed by Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) leader Bikram Singh Majithia seeking quashing of cases registered against him by the Punjab Police under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act.
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Rs 40-Crore Liquor, Drugs Seized After Model Code Enforced In Punjab
Enforcement teams have so far seized liquor, psychotropic substances and unaccounted cash worth Rs 40.31 crore after the model code of conduct came into force in Punjab, a poll official said on Saturday.
