Amritsar Commissionerate Police, in a joint operation with a central agency, busts a cross-border illegal arms, narcotics, and hawala network. NEW DELHI: Amritsar Commissionerate Police, in a joint operation with a central agency, has busted a cross-border illegal arms, narcotics and hawala network, apprehending seven accused including one Afghan national and one juvenile.Police recovered 10 sophisticated weapons, including two sub-machine guns, 5.048 kg of heroin and Rs 30.38 lakh in hawala money. The operation marks a major breakthrough in curbing cross-border criminal networks operating in the region, officials said.Accused linked to foreign handlersPreliminary investigation revealed that the accused were allegedly linked to foreign-based handlers operating through social media platforms. The network received consignments of narcotics and illegal arms and further distributed them to criminal elements across various locations.The network also used hawala channels for financial transactions, police said. An FIR has been registered at PS Islamabad in Amritsar under relevant sections of the NDPS Act, Arms Act and other penal provisions.Investigation ongoingPolice said further investigation is underway to establish backward and forward linkages, identify additional associates connected with the foreign-based network, and ascertain further recoveries and arrests.Authorities are also probing the role of the Afghan national and the juvenile in the network, and whether the consignments originated from across the border. The Punjab Police remains firmly committed to a zero-tolerance policy against drug trafficking, illegal arms smuggling, hawala operations and organised crime, officials said.Get the latest India news and live updates. Download the TOI App.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosRahul Gandhi Seeks Relief In Defamation Case, Says Statement Was Not About Kartikey SinghMumbai Local Train Murder: GRP Arrests Accused After Passenger Stabbed To Death During Door DisputeNEET Centre Claims Candidate Arrived 14 Minutes Late, Submits CCTV Footage to Back DecisionEmergency Added to NCERT Class 9 Curriculum, Described as a Major Democratic ChallengeKerala Government Faces Massive Backlash Over Proposed Tax Cut On Low-Alcohol Beverages30 India-Bound Vessels Cross Strait Of Hormuz As 26 More Await Safe PassageAir India Flight AI479 Briefly Crosses Into Pakistan Airspace, DGCA Orders InvestigationTMC MP Mahua Moitra Clarifies After Praise For Suvendu Adhikari Sparks Political Buzz In BengalBengaluru Metro Breakdown Triggers Commuter Chaos As Stranded Passengers Climb Lorries”They Saved Their Goods And Left Us To Die”: Survivor’s Explosive Claims Rock Aliganj Fire Probe123PhotostoriesVisiting Nepal? Don’t forget to try these local traditional dishesCan’t afford the Maldives, Switzerland or Bali? Try these 6 budget-friendly alternatives5 lessons to learn from Zendaya and Tom Holland’s relationship: From friendship to foreverSkipping rest days? Expert warns it could be sabotaging your fitness progressRelationship lessons from Emily Blunt and John Krasinski: Communication, trust and unwavering support3 things to mix into your regular hair oil if you want healthier hair growth, according to ScienceWilliam Shakespeare’s love quote of the day: ‘Love sought is good, but given unsought is better’Doctors can replace organs and fight cancer, so why does the brain still remain so difficult to treat with drugs?Parents who constantly solve problems for their children often create this hidden weaknessType 2 diabetes: Do all fats raise the risk? A new study finally sorts it out123Hot PicksVenezuela earthquakesKetan Agrawal MurderH1-B rowAashna DoshiVinod DoddamaniBihar school timingsTS SSC Supplementary ResultRVUNL RecruitmentMamata BanerjeeTop TrendingSundar PichaiVenezuela NewsRithuparna KSFIFA World Cup 2026Venezuela earthquake NewsMumba Local Train MurderLucknow coaching fireGold rate todayWho was Ketan AgarwalRoshan Suvarna
NEW DELHI: Amritsar Commissionerate Police, in a joint operation with a central agency, has busted a cross-border illegal arms, narcotics and hawala network, apprehending seven accused including one Afghan national and one juvenile.Police recovered 10 sophisticated weapons, including two sub-machine guns, 5.048 kg of heroin and Rs 30.38 lakh in hawala money. The operation marks a major breakthrough in curbing cross-border criminal networks operating in the region, officials said.
Accused linked to foreign handlers
Preliminary investigation revealed that the accused were allegedly linked to foreign-based handlers operating through social media platforms. The network received consignments of narcotics and illegal arms and further distributed them to criminal elements across various locations.The network also used hawala channels for financial transactions, police said. An FIR has been registered at PS Islamabad in Amritsar under relevant sections of the NDPS Act, Arms Act and other penal provisions.
Investigation ongoing
Police said further investigation is underway to establish backward and forward linkages, identify additional associates connected with the foreign-based network, and ascertain further recoveries and arrests.Authorities are also probing the role of the Afghan national and the juvenile in the network, and whether the consignments originated from across the border. The Punjab Police remains firmly committed to a zero-tolerance policy against drug trafficking, illegal arms smuggling, hawala operations and organised crime, officials said.
