Torn notes, paid apps: How Delhi's drug cartel operated using old, new methods

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A major revelation has surfaced in the Rs 7,600-crore Delhi drug bust case, uncovering intricate methods used for drug deliveries..

In two recent raids conducted within a week, the Delhi Police Special Cell uncovered massive international drug syndicate, seizing drugs worth an estimated Rs 7,600 crore..

Earlier, in another raid in West Delhi's Ramesh Nagar, police discovered 204 kilograms of high-quality cocaine concealed in snack packets, valued at Rs 2,000 crore in the international market..

Meanwhile, Delhi Police has issued a lookout circular (LOC) against Indian-origin Dubai-based businessman Virender Basoya, who is suspected to be involved in the Rs 5,620 crore drug cartel...

Another UK-based suspect, who brought the 204 kilograms of cocaine to Ramesh Nagar, is currently on the run.. Special Cell teams are conducting raids in several states to track down other members of the cartel, including both Indian citizens and foreign nationals..

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