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Mumbai: The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI), Mumbai seized foreign-origin gold worth Rs 6.30 crore from a passenger arriving at the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA), Mumbai from Bangkok on Friday night.

The revenue intelligence sleuths acting on specific intelligence intercepted a passenger from Bangkok on Thai Airways flight TG 317 for a detailed personal search leading to recovery of 14 gold bars of various weights cumulatively weighing 6,735.42 grams.

Acting on specific intelligence, DRI officers intercepted a passenger on flight TG 317 from Bangkok to Mumbai. A search led to the recovery of 14 foreign-origin gold bars, weighing 6735.42 gm and valued at Rs. 6.30 Crores, hidden in the passenger’s shoe.

https://www.freepressjournal.in/mumbai/mumbai-news-dri-seizes-smuggled-gold-worth-630-crore-at-csmia-passenger-and-buyer-arrested

NEW DELHI: A 40-year-old interior designer has been arrested for his alleged involvement in the illegal trade of prohibited foreign cigarettes, police said on Thursday. Over 80,000 cigarettes of five international brands, valued at Rs 8.04 lakh, were seized from his possession.

The accused has been identified as Mohammad Danish, a resident of Hauz Qazi. He holds a graduate degree from a Delhi college and runs a fish aquarium shop in Maujpur. In addition to working as an interior designer, Danish reportedly started the illegal cigarette trade around two years ago to earn quick money, police said.

“A tip-off was received about a large stock of prohibited cigarettes in the Lal Kuan area of Hauz Qazi. Acting on the information, a raid was conducted on Tuesday at a flat in the locality, where multiple brands of prohibited cigarettes were recovered,” said Deputy Commissioner of Police (Crime) Aditya Gautam.

https://www.newindianexpress.com/cities/delhi/2025/Apr/11/banned-cigarettes-worth-rs-8-lakh-seized-man-arrested

Karwar: In a curious case that has raised eyebrows, police in Dandeli town of Uttara Kannada district have seized a large cache of suspicious currency notes with a face value of approximately ₹14 crore, along with a currency counting machine, from a rented house in the Gandhinagar locality.

The incident came to light after local residents, concerned by the prolonged absence of the tenant—a man reportedly from Goa—noticed the back door of the house was left open. Alerted by the unsecured premises, they informed the police.

Upon inspection, police discovered bundles of ₹500 denomination notes that bore striking similarities to real currency, but with several glaring discrepancies. The notes were printed on shiny paper and carried the misspelled label “Reverse Bank of India” instead of “Reserve Bank of India.” They also lacked the customary signature of the RBI Governor, had serial numbers made entirely of zeros, and were marked with disclaimers such as “For Movie Shooting Purpose Only” and “Specimen.”

https://www.deccanchronicle.com/southern-states/karnataka/karnataka-bundles-of-fake-notes-worth-14-crore-seized-from-vacant-house-1872103

Balangir: The Special Task Force (STF) of the Odisha Crime Branch today arrested two persons in Titilagarh town of Odisha’s Balangir district for allegedly printing and circulating fake currency notes.

During the raid, officials seized counterfeit notes with a total face value of Rs 50,000, all in Rs 500 denomination, from the accused.
Reports said the fake currency notes were of high quality and closely resembled genuine currency, raising concerns about the scale of the racket. The duo was reportedly involved in both the production and distribution of the forged currency.

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Banswara Crime: Beware! Check your banknotes carefully. Fake currency has been circulating in the Anandpuri area, and police have made a significant breakthrough in the case. So far, police have busted an inter-state gang, seized ₹3,76,300 in counterfeit notes, and arrested 11 accused. However, approximately ₹4 lakh worth of fake notes are still in circulation.

Police recovered laptops, printers, and other equipment from the accused. Investigations revealed that the accused learned how to print counterfeit notes from YouTube and used the gang to circulate them. The fake notes have already entered the market and were used in transactions ranging from small purchases to weddings and other events. The entire gang was actively involved in circulating the counterfeit currency.

According to the police investigation, approximately ₹8 lakh worth of counterfeit notes were printed. It is estimated that over ₹4 lakh in fake notes are still in circulation. The main accused remains at large, and the police are not ruling out the possibility of even more counterfeit notes being in circulation.

https://www.patrika.com/en/special-news/fake-currency-alert-4-lakh-in-counterfeit-notes-seized-in-banswara-11-arrested-19513764

THANE: Thane’s excise department busted a liquor adulteration racket and seized illegal Indian-made foreign liquor (IMFL) stock and equipment worth ₹61.46 lakh during raids in Mira Road and Bhiwandi on Tuesday. The operation uncovered a liquor bottling setup using fake caps and machinery, leading to the arrest of key accused involved in the illicit trade.

Acting on a reliable tip-off, the excise team raided a location near Hotel PM Palace, Penkarpada, Mira Road East, on Tuesday, where they found Ramkesh Sitaram Gupta in possession of IMFL valued at ₹1,25,470. During interrogation, Gupta revealed that he regularly received stock from an unidentified supplier and expected the next consignment on Friday.

Following the lead, officials set up a trap near Chetan Wine Shop, Jangir Circle, Srishti Road. Later that day, a tempo arrived and delivered two boxes of the Royal Challenge and DSP Black (180ml) to Gupta.

https://www.hindustantimes.com/cities/mumbai-news/excise-dept-busts-liquor-adulteration-racket-seize-stock-worth-6146l-101743880751857.html

Kochi: Police on Saturday seized a large stock of counterfeit Apple products from mobile shops in the Penta Menaka Shopping Complex here.

During a series of inspections, officers came across a substantial collection of items bearing fake Apple branding. The seized goods are estimated to be worth around ₹4.2 crore. Kochi Central Police took two individuals into custody in connection with the case, reported Manorama News. The items seized include chargers, batteries, adapters, and mobile cases.

According to the police, counterfeiters were openly misusing the Apple name in the area. In total, officers confiscated 4,975 mobile accessories, all of which closely resembled genuine Apple products in design and packaging.

https://www.onmanorama.com/news/kerala/2025/04/05/kochi-police-seize-fake-apple-products.html

The Thane Division of the State Excise Department busted a gang involved in manufacturing and distributing fake liquor under branded labels. The operation, carried out on April 4, led to the arrest of five individuals and the seizure of spurious liquor, packaging materials, and machinery valued at Rs 61.46 lakh. One accused, identified as Rakesh Balaram Mhatre, is currently absconding.

Acting on confidential information received on April 1, a team led by Pravin Tambe, divisional deputy commissioner launched a sting operation. The team initially raided a location near Hotel PM Palace in Penkarpada, Mira Road East, and apprehended one accused, Ramkesh Sitaram Gupta, who was found in possession of fake liquor worth Rs 1.25 lakh.

Upon interrogation, Gupta revealed that he received a regular weekly supply from a person who was due to arrive near Chetan Wine Shop at Jangir Circle, Shrishti Road, Mira Road East.

https://www.newsband.in/article_detail/fakeliquorracketbustedfivearrested

Cracking down on the illicit liquor trade, the Ahmedabad Rural Local Crime Branch (LCB) has seized foreign liquor and beer worth ₹3.67 lakh, along with a Mahindra Scorpio valued at ₹7 lakh, bringing the total seizure value to ₹10.67 lakh. The operation was conducted at the Moje Ghuma Greenwood Bungalow compound on April 3.

Acting on directives, the raid was carried out based on a tip-off. According to sources, senior officials received intelligence from an informant who reported that a suspicious car carrying illegal liquor was heading towards the Ghuma area. In response, officials discreetly monitored the location to intercept the vehicle.

Upon spotting the car, officials initiated a chase. However, the driver, upon noticing the police, abandoned the vehicle in an isolated area and fled the scene. According to officials, there were two occupants in the car, both of whom escaped.

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