NIA conducts searches in four States in cross-border arms smuggling case
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) conducted searches in four states related to a cross-border arms smuggling case. The operation targeted locations in Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, Bihar, and Maharashtra, resulting in the seizure of several digital devices. The investigation began after the arrest of a man in Punjab who was found with an improvised explosive device and other weapons.
- ▪The NIA conducted searches in Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, Bihar, and Maharashtra.
- ▪Several digital devices were seized during the operation.
- ▪The case was initiated after a man was arrested in Punjab with an IED and weapons.
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The National Investigation Agency (NIA) on Friday (May 29, 2026) conducted searches across four States in a case of smuggling of arms, ammunition, and improvised explosive devices (IEDs) into the country through the India-Pakistan border.The searches were carried out in Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, Bihar, and Maharashtra. “Several digital devices were seized during the coordinated operation by the NIA teams,” it said.The case was initially instituted in February following the arrest of one man by the Special Operations Cell at Amritsar in Punjab.
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