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Narcotics Smuggling Operation Uncovered in Karnataka Prison: Marijuana Hidden in Banana Deliveries
Nov 22, 2025 02:58 pm CST
Authorities at Karnataka's Shivamogga central prison discovered an elaborate smuggling operation involving marijuana and cigarettes concealed in banana sacks. The coordinated scheme included both external deliveries and an internal staff member attempting to smuggle narcotics. This incident follows recent controversies at Bengaluru Central Prison, highlighting ongoing challenges in maintaining security within Karnataka's correctional facilities.
Major Security Breach: ISIS Recruiter and Serial Killer Caught Using Phones in Bengaluru Jail
Nov 09, 2025 06:36 pm CST
Karnataka Home Minister G Parameshwara issues strict warning after videos emerge showing notorious inmates, including an ISIS recruiter and serial killer, using mobile phones and watching television inside Bengaluru Central Jail. Officials face potential disciplinary action as the government demands immediate investigation into the repeated security lapses at the facility.