substance abuse

JAMMU, April 10, 2026: In a powerful message against substance abuse, students marched through the streets of Jammu as part of an awareness rally organized at Mubarak Mandi. The event, led by MLA Yudhvir Sethi, focused on educating the public and encouraging young people to avoid drugs.

JAMMU, APRIL 07: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah launched the trophy and unveiled the team jerseys for the second edition of the Sher-e-Kashmir Cricket Tournament at Maulana Azad Stadium, Jammu.Speaking to the players, he wished them success in the tournament, which is organized as part of a...

Chennai, April 8 Fans should remember that they are the ones who will suffer, not their idols, if they hurt themselves in the pursuit of their stars, superstar Rajnikanth said on Wednesday.He was commenting particularly on the extreme risks taken by fans of actor-turned-politician Vijay during...

Chandigarh, April 6 Success in life is not only defined by one's achievements but also by one's character, integrity, and the ability to rise after failures, Vice-President C P Radhakrishnan told students at an event on Monday.Speaking at the eighth convocation ceremony of Deenbandhu Chhotu...

Hyderabad, April 6 Telangana Governor Shiv Pratap Shukla inaugurated the 'NIVRUTTI' de-addiction center at the Cherlapalli central prison on Monday, calling it a commendable initiative.Addressing the gathering, the governor noted that substance abuse has emerged as a serious social and public...

April 5, New Delhi: Vice President C. P. Radhakrishnan addressed the Global Conference of Meditation Leaders – “Meditation for Holistic Living and a Peaceful World” at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi. The event was organized by the Pyramid Spiritual Societies Movement and the Buddha-CEO Quantum...

The Udhampur district administration has invited citizens to participate in an idea campaign under the "Nasha Mukt Udhampur" initiative, aimed at combating drug abuse and promoting a healthier society.Participants are being asked to share innovative ideas and practical suggestions to help...

Law enforcement agencies in Jammu and Kashmir have seized a massive 68,062 kilograms of narcotics over the past five years, reflecting both the scale of drug trafficking networks and sustained enforcement action in the Union Territory.These figures were revealed by the Ministry of Social...

Hyderabad, March 29 Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy announced on Sunday that the state government has introduced a policy to provide government jobs to athletes who excel in sports.Speaking after participating in the Telangana Legislators' Sports and Cultural Meet 2026, Reddy said the...

March 27, Kohima: Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio said the state budget for 2026-27 reaffirmed the government's commitment to balanced and equitable development across all districts, ensuring that no one is left behind.In his concluding remarks on the general discussion on the state budget today in...

Kohima, March 27 Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio on Friday said that the state government is examining the Nagaland Liquor Total Prohibition (NLTP) Act, 1989, in a "balanced and consultative manner," while stepping up efforts to tackle substance abuse and revive oil and natural gas exploration...

Rajouri, March 19, 2026: The Indian Army organized an awareness lecture on the "Importance of Health" in Surankote to promote healthy living among locals, especially the youth.The session covered topics such as a balanced diet, regular exercise, personal hygiene, and preventive healthcare...

The Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) organized a drug de-addiction awareness camp at the Government Higher Secondary School, Garhi Udhampur, as part of its Civic Action Programme today.The 137th Battalion of the CRPF conducted the event to educate students about the harmful effects of...

Chatra/Medininagar, March 17 Police have seized 4.53 kg of opium and 1,318 bottles of spurious foreign liquor in separate operations in the districts of Chatra and Palamu in Jharkhand, and arrested five people, officials said on Tuesday.In Chatra, a unit for manufacturing spurious liquor was...

Shimla, March 14 The Himachal Pradesh Police launched a statewide crackdown on 1,949 shops located near educational institutions, issuing 567 challans for various violations, officials said on Saturday.During the operation conducted on Friday, police registered five cases under the Cigarettes...

Lucknow, March 9 A 17-year-old boy killed his father by hitting him on the head here on Monday, police said, after becoming resentful of his father spending money on substance abuse and burdening the family financially.Upon receiving information from the village head around 11:30 am, a police...

Union Minister for Social Justice and Empowerment Virendra Kumar stated on Monday that the growing problem of drug abuse cannot be addressed solely by the central and state governments, emphasizing the need for collective social and spiritual participation to effectively combat the menace...

Mumbai, February 28 The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) and Mumbai police will launch a joint campaign to curb drug use in public parks and open spaces, Maharashtra Minister Shambhuraj Desai informed the state assembly on Saturday.The minister also stated that security at public parks...

SAMBA, FEBRUARY 25: The District Information Office in Samba organized a Drug De-Addiction Awareness Programme at Pandit Prem Nath Dogra Government Degree College as part of the "Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan" initiative to educate students about the harmful effects of substance abuse.The...

Samba, February 23: The District Centre of the Department of Information and Public Relations (DIPR) Samba organized a drug de-addiction awareness program at Government Boys Higher Secondary School to educate students about the harmful effects of substance abuse and promote a drug-free...