DRUG CASE
Drug sales get a monsoon twist in August
Liver herbal supplement Liv 52 emerged as one of India's top-selling herbal tonics in August, driven by increased cases of liver-related illnesses during the monsoon season. The Indian pharmaceutical market saw a 6.3% growth year-over-year, with gastrointestinal and anti-diabetic medications performing strongly in both sales value and volume.
DCGI suspends nod to Entod's new eye drops over unapproved 'claims'
India's drug regulator has suspended Entod Pharmaceuticals' permission to manufacture and sell PresVu Eye Drops. The company did not obtain clearance for its claim that the drops reduce dependency on reading glasses for presbyopia. Entod plans to challenge the suspension in court, asserting that their clinical trials demonstrated efficacy and safety.
Share buyback boom: Promoters wooing HNIs before new tax rules spoil the charm
Promoters of Indian cos are rushing to complete share buybacks before new tax rules take effect on October 1. The changes will shift the tax burden from companies to shareholders, making buybacks less attractive for high-net-worth individuals. Several companies have already completed or announced buyback offers in anticipation of the new rules.
Husband invited HIV-positive man to assault wife, asked him not to wear protection; Horrific details emerge
Gisele Pelicot testified against her husband Dominique, accused of drugging her and arranging for strangers to assault her. The court heard shocking details, including one attacker being HIV positive. Evidence revealed Dominique invited strangers to their home for these assaults, leading to his arrest in 2020.
Yoo Ah-in, South Korean actor, sentenced to one year in jail for using surgical anesthetic drug
South Korean actor Yoo Ah-in has been sentenced to one year in jail for illegal use of the anaesthetic drug propofol. He was found guilty of using the drug 181 times between 2020 and 2022 under the pretense of cosmetic procedures. The court cited his disregard for regulations and lack of caution against drug substances.
Operation Kavach-5: Delhi Police raids 325 places in 15 districts, 74 narco offenders arrested
Delhi Police's Operation Kavach-5 led to the arrest of 74 narco-offenders and raids across 325 locations in 15 districts. A significant quantity of drugs, including heroin, ganja, and MDMA, was confiscated. The operation aims to disrupt drug trafficking networks and sends a message of zero-tolerance against drug-related activities.
- Go To Page 1
Telegram CEO Durov faces preliminary charges in France of allowing crime on messaging app
Both free-speech advocates and authoritarian governments have spoken in Durov's defense since his weekend arrest. The case has also called attention to the challenges of policing illegal activity online, and to the Russia-born Durov's own unusual biography and multiple passports.
French authorities issue preliminary charges against Telegram messaging app CEO
French authorities have charged Telegram CEO Pavel Durov for allegedly allowing criminal activity on his messaging app. Durov, detained at Le Bourget airport, is accused of facilitating child abuse material and drug trafficking. He must pay bail and report twice weekly while investigations continue.
Misleading advertisements case: SC stays Ayush ministry's notification on drugs, cosmetic rules
On May 7, the Ministry had informed the Bench that it would withdraw its letter, issued in August 2023 to all states, that had effectively put on hold the implementation of Rule 170. The letter had directed all the states and Union Territories not to invoke this rule against misleading advertisements after an advisory board recommended its removal.
French judge extends police custody for Telegram CEO Pavel Durov
Durov was detained Saturday at Le Bourget airport as part of a judicial inquiry opened last month involving 12 alleged criminal violations.
Telegram CEO Pavel Durov Arrest: From child pornography to drug trafficking, the charges against the 'Russian Elon Musk'
Telegram CEO Pavel Durov has been arrested in France on serious allegations related to child pornography, drug trafficking, and money laundering. French authorities apprehended him at Le Bourget Airport. President Macron emphasized the arrest is a judicial matter, not politically motivated. Durov is under investigation and remains in custody while authorities gather evidence.
Narcotics Control Bureau will have office in every state: Shah
Union home minister Amit Shah inaugurated a new NCB zonal office in Raipur, announcing plans for NCB offices in every state to combat drug trafficking. Shah stressed the importance of a serious and comprehensive strategy to fight the drug trade. He highlighted a 230% increase in registered narcotics cases from 2004 to 2024.
Matthew Perry's severe Ketamine addiction: 6 to 8 shots everyday, while spending $55k a month
Matthew Perry's death is the most mysterious high-profile cases of 2023, whose investigation is still ongoing, as police had reportedly made five arrests last day in connection to the incident. Matthew Perry had passed away due to 'acute effects of ketamine', and reports suggest he used to take at least 6 to 8 shots of it each day, spending thousands of dollars.
Matthew Perry death: Who are 'Ketamine Queen' Jasveen Sangha and Dr P, charged in 'Friends' star's case
Jasveen Sangha is charged with supplying the ketamine that led to actor Matthew Perry's overdose on October 28. Operating from her North Hollywood home, Sangha managed a drug distribution ring. Authorities found a variety of narcotics during a raid. The fatal dose was traced back to her through a broker, Eric Fleming.
DCGI to accept toxicity data approved in other countries for drug review
Animal toxicity data generated in other nations is likely to be accepted, and the regulator may not seek fresh tests in India on a case-to-case basis depending upon the quality of data and the credentials of the laboratory where such data has been generated.
Akums Drugs & Pharma IPO share allotment to be finalised today: Check status, GMP, listing date and other details
Akums Drugs & Pharma share allotment has been finalised. Shares will be out on August 6. The IPO was subscribed 63.5 times. Proceeds will address debt, working capital, and growth initiatives. Despite impressive revenue growth of 14% in FY24, the profit after tax saw a notable decline.
Bhola drug cartel case: Special court convicts all 17 accused
A Punjab court convicted 17 individuals in an 11-year-old money laundering case, including former DSP Jagdish Singh Bhola and his wife. Bhola received ten years in prison and a fine. The sentences for the others ranged from three to ten years. The ED's investigation led to the attachment of Rs 95 crores in assets.
How US captured one of Mexico's biggest drug lords
Zambada García, known as El Mayo, had for decades evaded capture by both Mexican and U.S. officials, living a life of luxurious simplicity in the mountains of Sinaloa -- despite the $15 million U.S. bounty on his head.
Scientists in the UK, find miracle drug that can increase longevity by 25 years
Scientists at the Medical Research Council Laboratory of Medical Science and Imperial College London have found a method to extend the lifespan of laboratory mice by 25%. They hope this could also be applicable to humans. The researchers discovered that deactivating a protein called interleukin-11 (IL-11) significantly increased the healthy lifespan of the mice. This treatment greatly reduced cancer-related deaths and lowered the incidence of diseases associated with chronic inflammation and poor metabolism, both common in aging.
Actress Rakul Preet Singh’s brother under arrest for alleged drug abuse; 3 facts to know about Aman Preet Singh
Actress Rakul Preet Singh's brother, Aman Preet Singh, was arrested by Hyderabad Police on Monday on suspicion of drug abuse. The TG-Anti Narcotics Bureau (TG-ANB), working with Cyberabad police, detained five drug peddlers, including two individuals of African nationality, and confiscated 199 grams of cocaine. Information from these arrests led the police to identify 13 consumers, including Singh.
Delhi court grants bail to former DMK leader Jaffer Sadiq in NDPS case
Former DMK leader Jaffer Sadiq has been granted bail in a drug case by a Delhi court but remains in custody for a money laundering case. The court ordered an LOC against him and imposed strict conditions. Sadiq's alleged involvement in an international drug trafficking network is under investigation by authorities.
Punjab: Amritpal Singh's brother Harpreet held by Jalandhar police in drug case
Amritpal Singh is lodged in a prison in Assam's Dibrugarh district for offences under the National Security Act. Recently, he was flown from Assam to Delhi on a four-day custody parole for taking oath as a Lok Sabha member. the National Security Act. He was flown from Assam to Delhi recently for taking oath as Lok Sabha member.
AAP becoming No. 1 in atrocities against women: PM Modi in Punjab
Prime Minister Narendra Modi criticized the AAP and Congress during a rally in Hoshiarpur, accusing them of misrule and corruption. He described AAP as the "number one party in atrocities against women" and accused Congress of having a "double PhD" in corruption. Modi urged voters to reject both parties, claiming they have turned Punjab into a state plagued by drug peddling and gang wars. He also criticized the INDI Alliance, accusing them of hypocrisy regarding the Constitution and referencing past incidents like the 1984 anti-Sikh riots.
Manoj Bajpayee addresses Bollywood drug use rumours: 'The industry is very open-minded'
Manoj Bajpayee, in a recent interview, discussed the increasing divorce rates in Bollywood, attributing them to societal changes like the rise of nuclear families. He emphasized that the film industry reflects broader societal trends and defended Bollywood against rumors of widespread drug use, stating that isolated incidents don't define the entire industry.
ED raids 13 sites in Punjab illegal mining case
The agency claims to have seized Rs 3.5 crore during the raids. The raids, by ED's Jalandhar wing, were carried out in the nearby areas of Rupnagar district. According to people in the know, illegal mining was being done on land that the federal agency had attached in connection with the Bhola drug case.
Matthew Perry death: Why are LAPD and DEA still investigating the case after eliminating foul play?
Matthew Perry, renowned for his portrayal of Chandler Bing on the beloved TV sitcom from 1994 to 2004, passed away at the age of 54. He was discovered unconscious in a swimming pool at his Los Angeles residence in October 2023.
Interim stay on order suspending manufacture of 14 Patanjali drugs: Official
An interim stay has been placed on the implementation of an order suspending manufacturing licenses for over a dozen medicines produced by Patanjali Ayurved Ltd and Divya Pharmacy. The stay follows a preliminary inquiry report from a high-level committee, stating that the suspension order was illegal and should not have been issued in the manner it was. The firms challenged the suspension order issued last month by the Uttarakhand state licensing authority, citing a lack of adherence to established legal procedures.
AstraZeneca's COVID prevention drug cuts risk of disease in vulnerable patients
AstraZeneca's COVID-19 prevention therapy, sipavibart, has shown a significant reduction in symptomatic COVID-19 cases among immunocompromised patients, a group comprising about 25% of COVID-19 hospitalizations, ICU admissions, and deaths. The therapy, acquired from RQ Bio in May 2022, is expected to work with regulatory authorities globally to bring sipavibart to these vulnerable patients.
Who is 'The Fly'? Know about drug kingpin and his tricks to escape prison convoy
A French prisoner recently escaped a prison convoy leaving two guards dead and three injured is known by the notorious nickname 'The Fly'. A drug boss based in France, the prisoner has created a ruckus after his deadly escape.
Load More
