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India Today
12 hours ago
- India Today
Drug racket targeting young people busted in Madhya Pradesh, 2 arrested
An absconding drug dealer carrying a bounty on his head was among the two people arrested after the Bhopal Crime Branch busted a high-profile drug racket that targeted young people at clubs, gyms and parties, officials said on key accused - Saifuddin and Ashu alias Shahrukh — were arrested from Govindpura with over 15 grams of MD drugs and items worth Rs 3 handlers had also hired girls to make it easier for them to trap young victims and deliver drugs, as they were less likely to evoke suspicion. Once addicted, the victims were drawn further into the network with promises of high-paying jobs and a luxurious the two arrested, Saifuddin was the one who had a Rs 5,000 reward on his head and he had been absconding in connection with other cases for a long said the gang operated like a chain marketing system, using one addict to hook DCP Shailendra Singh Chauhan said the arrests were made after a tip-off led police to the suspects near the Sabzi Mandi arrests are expected as the investigation continues, they added.- Ends IN THIS STORY#Madhya Pradesh
Time of India
15 hours ago
- Time of India
Supplying MDMA at parties, gyms; 2 held
Bhopal: The Bhopal Crime Branch on Saturday claimed to have arrested two drug peddlers and seized 15.14 grams of MDMA powder, a scooter, and a mobile phone—collectively worth approximately Rs3 lakh. This crackdown is part of an ongoing operation targeting 'the growing party drug culture among the youth'. So far in 2025, the Crime Branch seized 40 grams of MDMA powder from five accused persons. According to additional DCP (Crime Branch) Shailendra Singh Chauhan, the accused, Saifuddin, 28, a resident of Bhoipura Budhwara and a wanted criminal carrying a bounty of Rs5,000, was arrested alongside Ashu alias Shahrukh, 28, a resident of Bag Farhat Afza Aishbagh. Saifuddin was absconding in a previous narcotics case. Supplied MDMA in Club Parties, Exploited Girls: Cops Additional DCP Chauhan said that it was revealed that the accused reportedly supplied MDMA powder at club parties and allegedly exploited women by getting them addicted to the drug. According to police, some girls visiting clubs were provided free drugs to attract more youth into the party circuit. The accused also lured young people by promising high-paying jobs to get them involved in party culture and drug use. Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 5 Books Warren Buffett Wants You To Read in 2025 Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Undo by Taboola by Taboola They targeted youths and girls from rural areas too. Some gym-goers were misled by being told the drug helped with weight loss and fitness. Once addicted, youths were roped in like a chain marketing system to sustain their drug expenses. There are even allegations that a quack treating depression misled a patient under the guise of therapy and initiated them into drug use. The drug was provided free initially to build dependence and was later sold at a high price. Arrest Made Near Govindpura On Tip-Off DCP Chauhan said that acting on a tip-off, a Crime Branch team nabbed the duo near the tin shed vegetable market in Govindpura.
Malaysian Reserve
2 days ago
- Politics
- Malaysian Reserve
Govt respects court ruling, but warns of legal limits ahead of Turun Anwar protest
by HIDAYATH HISHAM THE government respects the Federal Court's ruling that rally organisers are not required to notify police, effectively allowing the Himpunan Turun Anwar protest to proceed on July 26. However, Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail (picture) stressed that despite parts of the Peaceful Assembly Act being declared unconstitutional, three key restrictions still apply to organisers and participants. 'There are three main prohibitions: No dangerous weapons, no speeches touching on the 3Rs — royalty, religion and race — and no children allowed. 'If these are violated, we will be forced to take action. But don't accuse the police of suppressing freedoms — that would be unfair,' he said at a press conference after the Home Ministry's monthly assembly yesterday. The Turun Anwar protest, organised by Perikatan Nasional (PN), is expected to take place at Dataran Merdeka in Kuala Lumpur (KL) and draw over 300,000 people from across the country. The gathering is being promoted as a public manifestation to 'save the country' from what organisers describe as worsening conditions under Prime Minister (PM) Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim's leadership. Saifuddin acknowledged that the protest would pose logistical challenges for the police but assured that it would be managed professionally. 'The rally has been widely publicised. At the same time, the Federal Court has ruled that organisers don't have to notify the police. 'We cannot override the Federal Court's decision. But the police are still responsible for ensuring public safety. 'If organisers had informed the police, we would know the venue and expected turnout. That would help us deploy the appropriate number of officers — not to obstruct, but to facilitate,' he added. Saifuddin also emphasised that the government does not restrict freedom of expression but insisted that public assemblies must remain within legal boundaries and avoid provoking disorder. Earlier this month, the Federal Court unanimously ruled that penalising rally organisers for failing to provide five days' notice was unconstitutional. The five-judge panel, led by former Chief Justice Tun Tengku Maimun Tuan Mat, made the ruling in a case involving former Muda secretary-general Amir Hariri Abdul Hadi. Tengku Maimun stated that Section 9(5) of the Peaceful Assembly Act contravened Articles 8 and 10(1)(b) of the Federal Constitution. Article 8(1) guarantees equal protection under the law, while Article 10(1)(b) affirms the right to peaceful assembly. Meanwhile, the Coalition for Clean and Fair Elections (Bersih) said it would not participate in the protest and called on the government not to interfere. Speaking to Utusan Malaysia, Bersih president Muhammad Faisal Abdul Aziz stressed that the right to assemble must not be hindered by government intervention. 'Bersih will not be directly involved in the rally. Let the party organising it handle the event themselves. 'However, we want the government to refrain from obstructing or interfering with the protest. It is a right protected under Article 10 of the Federal Constitution — the right to peaceful assembly without arms,' he said.
The Star
3 days ago
- Politics
- The Star
Asean News Headlines at 10pm on Wednesday (July 16, 2025)
Malaysia * Court of Appeal's Wan Ahmad Farid said to be front-runner for Chief Justice * Orang Asli welfare laws to undergo major amendments, says Zahid * Fancy visiting Dr Mahathir's old home? 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The Sun
3 days ago
- The Sun
Shocking case of alleged infant rape, selling of footage
PUTRAJAYA: Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail yesterday revealed a disturbing case involving the rape of a three-month-old infant, which was allegedly filmed and distributed for sale. He said he was briefed on the case at midnight – an unusual hour that, he pointed out, underscores the gravity of the incident. 'If a three-month-old baby is raped, filmed and the video is sold — that is absolute madness. 'It's something beyond what any of us can imagine,' he said during the Home Ministry's monthly assembly. Saifuddin did not provide additional details, explaining that the briefing was preliminary and that investigations are still underway. 'This isn't about common crimes like theft or fraud – those follow predictable patterns. 'But when something like this happens, even once, it demands our full attention.' He emphasised that the government's immediate priority is to evaluate whether the police possess the capacity, resources and systems necessary to respond to crimes of such severity. Speaking to reporters later, Saifuddin urged the media to approach the issue with care and avoid sensationalising it. 'If this is widely publicised, it could spark unnecessary polemics, even though it may be an isolated case. That's why I raised it in an internal context. I hope the media will look beyond the headlines and appreciate the broader concern.' He confirmed that no further information, including the identity or location of the victim, would be released at this stage. At the same event, Saifuddin commended Malaysia's intelligence services following the arrest of 36 Bangladeshi nationals suspected of involvement in a foreign militant network operating within the country. 'The success demonstrates the strength of our intelligence capabilities. Without it, the arrests would not have been possible.' He made it clear that Malaysia will not tolerate its territory being used for terrorist recruitment or fundraising. 'Our enforcement agencies are resolute, Malaysia must not become a platform for terrorist activities. There is zero tolerance when it comes to terrorism.' The suspects were detained during three separate operations in Selangor and Johor between April and June. Police believe the group had been attempting to recruit new Islamic State members from Malaysia's migrant labour sector, targeting workers in factories, petrol stations and construction sites. Recruitment efforts were also believed to have been carried out via social media platforms such as Facebook, WhatsApp and Telegram. On another matter, Saifuddin confirmed that police have officially assumed leadership of the National Scam Response Centre (NSRC) to bolster the country's response to online financial fraud. He said the decision, endorsed by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, was prompted by the growing scale and complexity of financial scams nationwide. Previously, the NSRC functioned as a collaborative initiative involving the National Financial Crime Prevention Centre, the police, Bank Negara Malaysia and the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC), but operated without a designated lead agency. 'The NSRC's 997 hotline now receives close to 500 calls daily. 'According to the latest data from the National Social Council, reported losses have reached RM1.6 billion.' Under the new structure, the NSRC will be managed by the police's Commercial Crime Investigation Department, with 139 new positions created to support its expansion.
