As protesting farmers resumed their 'Delhi Chalo' march on February 21, Union agriculture minister, Arjun Munda, invited farmer groups for a fifth round of talks, while urging them to find a solution through 'dialogue'.

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Indian farmers vow to continue their protest. Farmers are set to resume their ‘Delhi Chalo’ march. This came after talks with the govt on MSP for their produce failed to break a deadlock.

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After the failure of four rounds of talks with the centre over the guarantee on the minimum support price (MSP) for crops, the Indian farmers have resumed their Delhi Chalo' march again today (Februaru 21) from Punjab-Haryana border.

Farmers' Protest: Around 14,000 farmers resume march from Punjab-Haryana Shambhu border

Tear gas shells were fired by Haryana security personnel after some young farmers were heading towards the multi-layered barricades at the Shambhu border point at Punjab and Haryana on Wednesday (February 21).

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<p>In an extensive two-day operation, law enforcement authorities uncovered a massive&nbsp;1,100 kilogrammes&nbsp;of the banned drug Mephedrone (MD), commonly known as 'Meow Meow'. The estimated value of this seizure exceeds $300mn spanning raids conducted in Pune and New Delhi.</p>

<p>The operation commenced with the apprehension of three drug smugglers in Pune, resulting in the confiscation of 700 kilogrammes&nbsp;of Mephedrone. Subsequent interrogations of these individuals led to the discovery of an additional 400 kilogrammes&nbsp;of the synthetic stimulant from storage facilities in Delhi's Hauz Khas area.</p>

<h2><strong>Significant drug haul in Pune</strong></h2>

<p>A substantial consignment of Mephedrone was also found in Pune, particularly in the Kurkumbh MIDC area. This drug bust is the largest-ever recovery by Pune Police in Maharashtra and ranks among the most substantial in the country.</p>

<p>Preliminary investigations suggest that the contraband was transported from units based in Kurkumbh MIDC to storage facilities in New Delhi. Five people, including three couriers and two others currently under interrogation, have been apprehended in connection with the operation.</p>

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<p>Pune Police Commissioner Amitesh Kumar, as quoted by NDTV, described the arrested individuals as "courier boys", noting their previous involvement in criminal activities. Efforts are underway to dismantle potential connections within the drug trade, with close collaboration between law enforcement agencies.</p>

<p>One of the detainees linked to the case is Anil Sable, the owner of the Pune factory where the drugs were stored. Sable was arrested from Dombivali in Maharashtra's Thane district. Investigators are also probing potential ties between the detained individuals and notorious drug trafficker Lalit Patil.</p>

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<p>The crackdown on the drug smuggling network was initiated from a salt warehouse in Pune. Raids conducted in the Bhairavnagar and Vishrantwadi areas led to the arrest of three smugglers and the seizure of Mephedrone worth $4,22,215.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


In an extensive two-day operation, law enforcement authorities uncovered a massive 1,100 kilogrammes of the banned drug Mephedrone (MD), commonly known as 'Meow Meow'.

In an extensive two-day operation, law enforcement authorities uncovered a massive 1,100 kilogrammes of the banned drug Mephedrone (MD), commonly known as 'Meow Meow'. The estimated value of this seizure exceeds $300mn spanning raids conducted in Pune and New Delhi. The operation commenced with the apprehension of three drug smugglers in Pune, resulting in the confiscation of 700 kilogrammes of Mephedrone. Subsequent interrogations of these individuals led to the discovery of an additional 400 kilogrammes of the synthetic stimulant from storage facilities in Delhi's Hauz Khas area. Significant drug haul in Pune A substantial consignment of Mephedrone was also found in Pune, particularly in the Kurkumbh MIDC area. This drug bust is the largest-ever recovery by Pune Police in Maharashtra and ranks among the most substantial in the country. Preliminary investigations suggest that the contraband was transported from units based in Kurkumbh MIDC to storage facilities in New Delhi. Five people, including three couriers and two others currently under interrogation, have been apprehended in connection with the operation. Also read | India: Renowned constitutional jurist Fali S Nariman passes away in New Delhi aged 95 Pune Police Commissioner Amitesh Kumar, as quoted by NDTV, described the arrested individuals as "courier boys", noting their previous involvement in criminal activities. Efforts are underway to dismantle potential connections within the drug trade, with close collaboration between law enforcement agencies. One of the detainees linked to the case is Anil Sable, the owner of the Pune factory where the drugs were stored. Sable was arrested from Dombivali in Maharashtra's Thane district. Investigators are also probing potential ties between the detained individuals and notorious drug trafficker Lalit Patil. Also watch | Farmers' Protest: Farmers to resume march to Delhi, govt stresses on resolution through dialogue The crackdown on the drug smuggling network was initiated from a salt warehouse in Pune. Raids conducted in the Bhairavnagar and Vishrantwadi areas led to the arrest of three smugglers and the seizure of Mephedrone worth $4,22,215. (With inputs from agencies)

Massive drug bust in India: 'Meow Meow' haul worth $300mn seized in Delhi, Pune raids

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Indian farmers have rejected the centre's proposal on minimum support price. With this, the protesting farmers will resume their journey to the capital, Delhi. The demonstrations come just months ahead of the general elections. We decode how will this back and forth impact BJP'S prospects.

Farmers Protest: Thousands of farmers to resume march to Delhi on February 21

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To focus where thousands of farmers from India's northern states will resume their protest march to Delhi on Wednesday. The announcement came after agitating Farmers rejected a central government's proposal offering minimum support prices on five crops through cooperatives the farmers are demanding a legal guarantee of the minimum support price on 23 crops.

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The protesting farmers in India have decided to pause their 'Delhi Chalo' March. This, after days of negotiations with the government, finally resulted in some headway. During the fourth round of talks with the farm leaders, the government proposed a five-year MSP plan. The farmers say they are seeking advice on the latest measures announced by the government.

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Indian farmers paused protests on Monday (February 19) in the northern Punjab-Haryana border. They will seek legal and agricultural advice on the five-year minimum support price plan proposed by Centre. The government proposed a five-year MSP plan after their fourth meeting with farmers.

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