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ATS Suspects India Was A Transit Hub For Cocaine Distribution Through Air Cargo Networks

A massive drug bust off Gujarat's Kutch coast saw the ATS and Coast Guard seize 118kg of cocaine, valued at Rs 1,000 crore. Smuggled from Brazil, the consignment was intercepted on a fishing boat. One suspect was apprehended, while another remains at large. Two individuals in Delhi, allegedly meant to receive the drugs, have been detained.

Rs97Cr Facility To Open With Delhi, Mum Links

The indian coast guard has commissioned ICGS Achal, the fifth Adamya-class fast patrol vessel, enhancing its coastal security and offshore asset protection. Built with 60% indigenous content at Goa Shipyard Ltd for Rs 473 crore, the vessel signifies India's growing self-reliance in defence manufacturing and will undertake diverse maritime operations.

Gujarat ATS and Coast Guard seized 115kg of cocaine worth Rs 1,150 crore from a cargo vessel near Mundra port, a major maritime anti-narcotics operation. Three foreign nationals were arrested, while one Tanzanian national is feared drowned after jumping into the sea. The drugs originated in Brazil and were destined for Delhi.

New career paths are opening in the maritime sector. The Telangana Council for Higher Education has launched a BBA in Maritime Technology, Commerce and Management. This program prepares students for jobs in shipping, logistics, and port operations. Experts predict significant job growth in the next decade. Graduates can expect attractive starting salaries and international exposure.

Bengaluru couple Danish Abdi and Vrushali Prasade made history by completing a side-by-side open-water swim from Sri Lanka to India across the Palk Strait. The duo covered nearly 32 kilometers in 10 hours and 45 minutes, starting from Talaimannar and reaching Dhanushkodi. Their remarkable feat was achieved with strict safety supervision and has garnered widespread appreciation online.

India's indigenous C-295 transport aircraft assembly is ahead of schedule, with the first India-built plane spotted at Tata's Vadodara plant. This marks a significant step in replacing aging IAF fleets, with further orders expected for the Navy and Coast Guard, bolstering India's defense manufacturing capabilities.

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh met his Italian counterpart Guido Crosetto in Delhi, reinforcing the India-Italy strategic partnership. They exchanged a bilateral military cooperation plan for 2026-27 and explored defence industrial collaboration. Concurrently, the indian coast guard discussed advanced shipbuilding projects and maritime information exchange with an Italian delegation, including Fincantieri representatives.

The Bombay high court ordered the release of 50 stranded crew members from three vessels off Mumbai's coast, prioritizing human life over commercial interests. Justices emphasized that keeping the crew on board was illegal, especially given their depleting food and water supplies. The court criticized owners for their inaction, stating the crew suffered worse than starvation.

The indian coast guard has announced a recruitment notification for the positions of Navik (General Duty), Navik (Domestic Branch), and Yantrik. The online application process will be open from September 8 to 22. Applicants must be between 18 to 22 years old, with certain age relaxation for reserved categories.