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Why do people smoke? The psychology, science and social reasons say those who smoke despite knowing the health risks aren't just chasing nicotine, they may be seeking...- 'Pan masala, gutka will be banned if even traces of intoxicants found': Karnataka CM DK Shivakumar
- Karnataka: Chief Minister Shivakumar warns gutkha industry of ban if substances are found
- Vice President Radhakrishnan urges collective action to build drug-free IndiaVice President C.P. Radhakrishnan has called for a nationwide, collaborative effort to combat substance abuse, emphasizing the crucial role...28 Jun, 2026, 05.05 PM IST
- Karnataka CM Shivakumar warns of ban on pan masala, gutka containing narcotic substancesKarnataka Chief Minister D K Shivakumar has vowed to ban pan masala and gutka if found laced with intoxicating substances, warning manufact...28 Jun, 2026, 03.37 PM IST
- Manipur CM says drug trafficking routes have changed after 2023 crisis, largely diverting through MizoramManipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh revealed that drug trafficking routes have shifted significantly post-2023 crisis, largely di...27 Jun, 2026, 09.31 AM IST
- Staggering amounts of fentanyl hit US streets as the DEA watched and took no action, records showDEA agents in New Mexico allegedly allowed hundreds of thousands of fentanyl pills onto streets between 2023-2025, prioritizing larger case...22 Jun, 2026, 11.06 AM IST
- Narco-terrorists based abroad, in J-K will be hunted down; brought to justice: L-G Manoj SinhaJammu and Kashmir Lt Governor Manoj Sinha declared a strong stance against narco-terrorists. He asserted that those involved in drug traffi...05 Jun, 2026, 05.41 PM IST
- In the 1930s, rubber factory workers drank alcohol and suddenly felt sick. It wasn't just a workplace illness, it led to the discovery of Antabuse, helping millions quit drinkingAn accidental discovery in a rubber factory in the 1930s revealed that workers exposed to tetraethylthiuram disulfide experienced severe re...02 Jun, 2026, 05.21 PM IST
- Twisha Sharma death: Police followed due process, handed probe to CBI on family's request, says DGPMadhya Pradesh DGP Kailash Makwana stated police followed procedures in the Twisha Sharma case. He confirmed the state recommended a CBI pr...26 May, 2026, 01.21 PM IST
- Experts back OTC access to NRT across all formats and dosages, including 2 mg and 4 mg, as India struggles with a Tobacco quit success rate under 5%The report highlights the significant economic burden of tobacco use, particularly among low-income households, and underscores how reducin...08 May, 2026, 06.48 PM IST
- US to loosen marijuana rules in major shift for $47 billion industryThe United States Department of Justice is easing rules on certain marijuana items. The drug will be reclassified as less dangerous. This s...24 Apr, 2026, 09.05 AM IST
- ED raids in 'illegal' drugs sale case by Punjab de-addiction centresThe Enforcement Directorate conducted raids in Punjab and Mumbai. This action relates to a money laundering investigation. The probe focuse...18 Jul, 2025, 01.56 PM IST
- Arunachal Group A, B officers to mandatorily take a course on drug abuse preventionArunachal CM Pema Khandu launched the online certificate course on drug abuse prevention.08 Apr, 2022, 12.14 PM IST
- Assam government to come up with drug rehabilitation policy soonAssam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma held a meeting with the State Level Coordinating Agency (SLCA) on Drug Prevention, Assam as well a...29 Jul, 2021, 10.10 PM IST
- Substance abuse disorder directly affects kidney & brain; can further cause anxiety, paranoia, delusionsMultiple factors come into play, which decide whether someone becomes an addict or not.26 Jun, 2018, 03.22 PM IST
- Jammu and Kashmir CM Mufti Mohammad Sayeed asks health dept to draft policy to deal with drug menace"We need de-addiction and rehab centres at all district hospitals for our youth who fall easy prey to drugs," Sayeed said.06 Oct, 2015, 04.43 PM IST
- Joint committee set up to check drug smuggling: GovernmentA joint committee comprising four ministries, including Home Affairs, Health and Finance, has been constituted.26 Jun, 2015, 05.13 PM IST
- No dearth of funds to set up drug treatment centre for women: Thawar Chand GehlotThawar Chand Gehlot assured the Meghalaya government of financial support to set up a drug treatment centre for women drugs addicts.15 Jun, 2015, 09.52 PM IST
- Need to make drug addicts productive members of society: Pranab MukherjeeThe fight against the menace should not be confined to reducing the availability of drugs but also deal with social condition.26 Jun, 2014, 04.49 PM IST
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