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STV News
a day ago
- STV News
Six charged after investigation into drugs across city
Six people have been charged following an investigation into drugs across Glasgow and North Lanarkshire. Officers from the Organised Crime Partnership Scotland, a specialist team made up of NCA and Police Scotland investigators, arrested the group at addresses across Glasgow and Coatbridge between May 28 and 29. The arrests came after several industrial units were raided in the Glasgow, Stewarton, Paisley and Hamilton areas. Five men and a woman were questioned by officers and charged in connection with the raids. They are due before the Glasgow Sheriff Court on Friday, May 30. NCA Regional head of Investigations Philip Marshall said: 'These arrests are the culmination of a long-running operation into a group suspected of being involved in the supply of controlled drugs. 'The NCA will continue to work closely with our partners in Police Scotland to protect the public from the risks associated with illegal drugs and target those who are believed to manufacture or supply them. 'Our investigation continues following today's arrests.' Detective chief inspector Laura Sands, Organised Crime Counter Terrorism Unit, said: 'This investigation underlines our commitment to the Serious Organised Crime Taskforce and the country's Serious Organised Crime Strategy. 'Drugs cause misery in our communities, and we're committed to working alongside partners to tackle the manufacture and distribution of illegal substances in Scotland. 'Information and support from the public is vital to our work, and I would encourage anyone with concerns about drug activity in their area to contact us via 101.' Get all the latest news from around the country Follow STV News Scan the QR code on your mobile device for all the latest news from around the country
Time of India
a day ago
- General
- Time of India
Chabeel Sewa held to mark martyrdom of Guru Arjan Dev
Varanasi: To mark the martyrdom of Guru Arjan Dev (the fifth Sikh Guru), a Chabeel Sewa was organised at the National Centre of Ageing (NCA) on Friday. The event began with an ardas (prayer) which paid tribute to Guru's unmatched sacrifice and served as a reminder of his unwavering faith, his message of universal brotherhood and his peaceful resistance in the face of tyranny. As part of the sewa, refreshing chilled drinks and light snacks were distributed to hundreds of patients, caregivers, hospital staff, and visitors echoing the Sikh tradition of serving all without distinction. The event was held under the leadership of director of the Institute of Medical Sciences, Banaras Hindu University, Prof SN Sankhwar, and NCA nodal officer Prof Anup Singh. Prof Singh said such acts of service are not only culturally significant but also serve to strengthen the moral fabric of the medical and caregiving community. "This observance at the National Centre of Ageing reflects a broader commitment to blending clinical care with compassion, tradition with service, and remembrance with community outreach — honouring the past while inspiring present and future generations," he said.
Sunday World
a day ago
- Sunday World
Two Galway men jailed for spending fake Scottish notes across UK
Patrick Ward (22) of Coole Park, and Jason Ward (19) of Radharc Na Freine had been arrested on January 21 after police stopped a car in Wakefield Two Galway men who came to the UK from Ireland 'with a view to using fake cash to fund their lifestyles' have been jailed. Patrick Ward (22) of Coole Park, and Jason Ward (19) of Radharc Na Freine had been arrested on January 21 after police stopped a car in Wakefield. Following a search, officers found items that had been bought from various stores in Wakefield, Barnsley, Sheffield and Chesterfield. A subsequent investigation established that counterfeit Clydesdale bank notes had been used to purchase items that were then refunded for cash at other branches. Jason Ward News in 90 Seconds - May 30th The investigation by Wakefield CID and backed up by the UK National Counterfeit Currency Unit (UKNCO) at the National Crime Agency (NCA), linked similar offences committed by the same gang in the Thames Valley, West Midlands, West Mercia, Warwickshire, Staffordshire, Northamptonshire and Leicestershire police force areas. Both men appeared at Leeds Crown Court having pleaded guilty to conspiracy to have custody or control of a thing knowing it was a counterfeit currency note, passing counterfeit currency and converting criminal property. Patrick Ward was sentenced to 30 months in prison while Jason Ward was given 28 months in a young offender institution. A warrant has been issued for the arrest of a third man, William Browne (19) of St Finbars Terrace, Galway, who was also charged but failed to appear at court. Detective Sergeant Craig Twycross from Wakefield CID told the Barnsley Chronicle: 'This was a complex investigation which has prevented fake notes circulating around the country and leaving businesses with worthless cash. 'The defendants came to the UK from Ireland with a view to using fake cash to fund their lifestyles, and it is right that they have been successfully prosecuted for their offending. 'I want to urge retailers to be vigilant and take the time to check notes thoroughly. Anyone who notices incidents involving these fake Scottish notes should report them to your local police force.' Patrick Ward Neil Harris, Head of Unit at the National Counterfeit Currency Unit at the NCA said the suspects had committed crimes across numerous police force areas. 'However, with the participation of police officers from all of the identified policing areas, the full scale of the offending could be placed before the courts by West Yorkshire Police,' Harris said. 'The custodial sentences imposed demonstrate the seriousness with which counterfeit currency offences will be taken by the justice system and should act as a strong deterrent.' The NCA said counterfeit Clydesdale £20 notes may feature what looks like a convincing hologram. 'But staff should also check for the colour-changing ink used in the map of Scotland in the top left corner of the note,' he added. 'If the note is genuine, the map will change colour from purple to gold when the note is tilted, and there are also moving rings across the map. 'You can also feel for the raised print that appears across the note including on the name of the bank.' Police have urged anyone with information or incidents involving counterfeit notes to be reported to them on their LiveChat facility on the West Yorkshire Police website.
Glasgow Times
a day ago
- Glasgow Times
Six people arrested in Glasgow as part of 'drugs' probe
The Organised Crime Partnership Scotland, a specialist team made up of National Crime Agency (NCA) and Police Scotland officers, nicked five men and one woman at various addresses across Glasgow and Coatbridge on May 28 and 29. The arrests follow the search of several industrial units in the Glasgow, Paisley, Hamilton, and Stewarton areas. These were executed as part of a joint NCA and Police Scotland probe. The five men and one woman were then questioned by officers. READ NEXT: Teenager, 15, 'stabbed' in 'violent attack' in Glasgow They were charged in connection and expected to appear at Glasgow Sheriff Court on May 30. Philip Marshall, NCA Regional Head of Investigations, said: 'These arrests are the culmination of a long-running operation into a group suspected of being involved in the supply of controlled drugs. 'The NCA will continue to work closely with our partners in Police Scotland to protect the public from the risks associated with illegal drugs and target those who are believed to manufacture or supply them. 'Our investigation continues following today's arrests.' READ NEXT: Masked thugs crashed into car whilst fleeing incident Detective Chief Inspector Laura Sands, Organised Crime Counter Terrorism Unit, added: 'This investigation underlines our commitment to the Serious Organised Crime Taskforce and the country's Serious Organised Crime Strategy. 'Drugs cause misery in our communities, and we're committed to working alongside partners to tackle the manufacture and distribution of illegal substances in Scotland. "Information and support from the public is vital to our work, and I would encourage anyone with concerns about drug activity in their area to contact us via 101.'
India.com
a day ago
- Sport
- India.com
Son of India's iconic opener smashes fours and sixes like his father, his name is..., his father is...
In this collection of pictures we shall know the son of India's iconic opener who is smashing fours and sixes just like his father. Let's dive in. Aaryavir Sehwag, son of former explosive Indian opener Virender Sehwag, is making a splash in the cricket world these days with his explosive batting. Recently, he shared a video on social media, in which he is seen hitting fours and sixes and tearing apart the bowlers. Aaryavir's shots showed a glimpse of Virender Sehwag. This is not the first time that Aaryavir has shown stormy batting. He has played many such innings in domestic cricket, which Virender Sehwag himself mentioned on his social media. The video that Aaryavir has shared on his Instagram is of the Under-19 match of the NCA camp, where Virender Sehwag's son is displaying his brilliant strokeplay. The special thing about Aaryavir's batting is that instead of hitting the ball very hard, Aryavir is hitting it across the boundary with excellent timing, which reminds of his father Virender Sehwag's batting style. Fans and cricket experts are very excited after watching this video of him. Let us tell you that Aaryavir Sehwag is the elder son of Virender Sehwag. Born in a cricket family in 2007, Aaryavir has shown signs of following in his father's footsteps, especially his recent performance in domestic cricket testified to this. Aryavir is just 17 years old and he is constantly improving his batting. His technique, timing and power-hitting are establishing him as a promising cricketer. Aaryavir Sehwag has been consistently impressing with his brilliant batting in various domestic age-group tournaments. His style of play is very similar to his father Virender Sehwag, in which he focuses on good timing rather than hitting the ball hard. Aaryavir Sehwag is still in his teens and his cricket career is still in its early stages. However, cricket experts and fans have high expectations from him given his recent performance. He also aims to play in the IPL. Looking at his talent, cricket lovers hope that Aaryavir will also make a big name in Indian cricket like his father.
