Mumbai: The Mumbai Airport Customs officials have arrested four persons in three cases for allegedly smuggling drugs totally weighing 19.65 kgs valued at Rs 19.65 crore from Thailand.

According to the Customs, in the first two cases, on the basis of spot profiling, the Customs officers at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMI), Mumbai, intercepted two passengers arriving from Bangkok on 26.08.2025.

During the examination of the baggage, the Customs officers recovered 11.64 kg of suspected hydroponic weed (marijuana), with an illicit market value of approximately Rs 11.64 crores. The narcotic substance was cleverly concealed inside the checked-in trolley bag carried by the passengers. Two passengers were arrested under the provisions of the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act.

“In the third case, on the basis of specific intelligence, the Customs officers at CSMIA intercepted two passengers arriving from Phuket on 27.08.2025. During the examination of the baggage, the Customs officers recovered 8.01 kg of suspected hydroponic weed (marijuana), with an illicit market value of approximately Rs 8.01 crores. The narcotic substance was cleverly concealed inside the checked-in trolley bag carried by the passengers, who were later placed under arrest,” said a Customs official.

“As the investigation in the case is at a very preliminary stage, efforts are also being made to identify and apprehend key associates of the accused persons. Both the accused have been arrested and further probe is on,” the Customs official said.

Thane: As the city enjoys the festive season of Ganeshotsav, an unexpected hurdle has disturbed plans for many as Central line on Mumbai locals face temporary delay due to goods train’s engine failure.

The Central Railway services have been affected by a malfunction in the locomotive of a freight train situated between Titwala and Ambivali station. Railway workers have hurried to the location and commenced the engine repair tasks.

Travellers are experiencing difficulties because of the disturbances in Central Railway services during the holiday season. There is a large crowd of travellers at the train stations. Simultaneously, the engine repair work for the freight train is being conducted with urgency.

According to the travel app M-Indicator, the trains between Thane are facing delay of 15-20 minutes. Local traffic on the upward route connecting Kasara and Kalyan has been halted. Local traffic travelling from Kalyan to CSMT has been impacted, with local services on the down route experiencing delays of 15 to 20 minutes as well.

After the brutal train accident between Diva and Mumbra stations near Thane led to the death of five passengers who fell from an overcrowded local train, the Central Railway officials recognized the need for improved safety measures and have decided to implement automatic door closing systems in new and existing trains to enhance passenger safety.

Kutch: Three young men lost their lives on the spot after a container overturned from a speeding trailer and fell directly on their Activa scooter near Khedoi village on the Mundra-Anjar highway on Thursday afternoon.

Eyewitnesses described the accident as “nothing short of a nightmare,” with body parts scattered on the blood-stained road and the Activa reduced to mangled debris.

Container Overturns on Activa, Youths Crushed

According to police officials, the tragedy occurred when the driver of a container-loaded trailer lost control of the vehicle while navigating the busy highway. The massive container slipped and toppled, landing with full force on an Activa that was passing by.

“The impact was so severe that one youth’s body was cut into two pieces, while the Activa’s wheels were completely smashed,” said an eyewitness who rushed to the spot.

The victims, identified as Naikti and Abhishek, along with a third yet-to-be-identified youth, were close friends traveling together for work when the fatal accident occurred.

Rescue Operation with Crane

Local residents immediately informed the police and tried to help the victims. The Anjar police reached the scene within minutes and began rescue efforts. A crane had to be called in to lift the container and retrieve the bodies.

“The container weighed several tonnes, and the operation took hours. Sadly, all three victims had already died by the time they were pulled out,” said a police officer from Anjar station.

The bodies were later shifted to the government hospital in Anjar for postmortem.

Shock and Mourning in the Region

The horrific accident has cast a shadow of grief across Anjar and surrounding villages. Families of the deceased youths were inconsolable as news of the tragedy reached their homes.

“This is a huge loss for us. They were all young, hardworking boys with their entire lives ahead of them. Reckless driving has destroyed our families,” said a relative of one of the victims, breaking down in tears.

Residents of Khedoi expressed anger over frequent accidents on the highway, demanding stricter checks on heavy vehicles. “These trailers drive at uncontrollable speeds. Unless the authorities act, such tragedies will continue,” said a local shopkeeper.

Police Action Against Driver

Anjar police have registered a case of reckless and negligent driving against the trailer driver. Investigations are underway to determine whether the vehicle was overloaded or if there were mechanical failures.

“We have booked the driver under relevant sections of the IPC and Motor Vehicles Act. Road safety enforcement will be stepped up on this stretch,” assured an Anjar police spokesperson.