Mangaluru: 52 kg ganja seized; kingpin of inter-state drug cartel caught

August 4, 2016

Mangaluru, Aug 4: The sleuths of the City Crime Branch of Mangaluru Police on Thursday morning seized nearly 52 kg of ganja worth Rs 10.50 lakh from a car near Konaje. One person was arrested in connection with the seizure.

Mangaluru City Police Commissioner M Chandra Sekhar said that this was one of the largest ganja seizures in recent times in the city. He identified the arrested as Moideen Nawaz (29), a resident of Uppala in Kasargod district.

The top cop said that the arrested youth was a kingpin of a major ganja lobby in Mangaluru and Kasaragod region.

Acting on credible information, the sleuths intercepted a Kerala registered Innova car near Natekal cross under Konaje police limits. 51.7kg ganja was found packed in bundles of sacks hidden in the car. The car worth around Rs 10 lakh was also seized by the cops.

The police said that the ganja was being transported from Visakhapatnam in Andhra Pradesh for distribution in Mangaluru and Kasargod regions.

The operation was carried out by CCB inspector Sunil Y Nayak and team under the guidance of Mr Chandra Sekhar and DCPs Shantaraju and Sanjeev Patil.

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We need to uproot the terrror from our motherland first. Dalits and minorities are suffeeing on the first place from hindutva right wing fringe elements with the help of central govt.

Ganja and Bajrangi are also be interconnected....without which they cannot terrorize people....Bajrangis have been inspired by drugs and ganjas....

Dear Sabu Pachrangi (Comment #7)

I have already studied well. next work is digging well for these terrorists.

Naren try to understand. you know the fact, but you cannot tell. you can cheat everyone but you cannot cheat your on soul, mind it, so study well islam,

Impliment Sharia rule to control rapes and drug mafias. Give him maximum punishment coz he will be killing hundreds by his Ganja buisness.

Naren, you are absolutely right since its all sponsored by Israel and RSS in different names.

Isis suppliers and RSS consumers.....ha haaa

Nare where were you when some earlier news abou dalit was posted? Hiding under the chaddi?? haha you are so coward guy :D .. Grow up my dear.. Show some guts to comment in all news!

VIREN KOTIAN .......Just read todays news....USA presidential candidate TRUMP ( your boss ) said that Hilary clinton is the founder of ISIS..... Got the point..... Every one knows that RSS and ISIS are the two faces of the same coin......Go and relax

Good catch. thank you police for saving dozens of youth by arresting the kingpin

Drug, ISIS, Islamic extremists all inter-connected.

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Fusion-2K25: Melkar Women’s College Celebrates 17th Annual Day and Graduation Ceremony

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December 17,2025

Melkar, Dec 17: The 17th Annual Day and Graduation Ceremony of Melkar Women’s PU and Degree College, themed “Fusion-2K25,” was celebrated with dignity and enthusiasm, marking a significant milestone in the institution’s academic journey. The programme reflected the college’s steadfast commitment to academic excellence, character building, and the holistic development of students.

The event was inaugurated by Mr. Asif Mohammed, whose presence greatly enriched the occasion. The celebration was further graced by the chief guests Mr. P. B. Ahmed Mudassir and Mr. Nissar Fakeer Mohammed, along with the distinguished guests of honour Mr. B. A. Nazeer and Mr. Ibrahim Gadiyar. In their inspiring addresses, the guests encouraged the graduating students and appreciated the dedicated efforts of the management, faculty, and students.

The annual report was presented by the Principal, Mr. Abdul Majeed S, highlighting the institution’s academic progress, notable achievements, and extracurricular accomplishments during the academic year.

The presidential address was delivered by the esteemed Chairman of Melkar Women’s PU and Degree College, Dr. Haji S. M. Rasheed, who emphasized the vital role of education in empowering women and shaping responsible citizens. He also stressed the importance of discipline, dedication, and perseverance in achieving success.

Cultural programmes and academic recognitions formed an integral part of the celebration, showcasing the talents and achievements of the students. The graduation ceremony was a proud moment for the outgoing students as they were formally conferred degrees and wished success in their future endeavours.

Ms. Mashmooma Fathima served as the Master of Ceremonies. The welcome address was delivered by Ms. Fathima Nida, and the programme concluded with a vote of thanks proposed by Ms. Ayisha Suhana.

The event successfully achieved its objectives and was highly appreciated by the guests and attendees.

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