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Daveigh Chase father breaks silence after Lilo & Stitch Star's death from AIDS

Daveigh Chase's father reacts to her passing, revealing awareness of her struggles with substance abuse and homelessness.

Updated 14 days ago

Growing drug menace biggest challenge before Punjab: Saini

Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini being welcomed in Ludhiana on Sunday. (HT Photo)

Published 17 days ago

Spl campaign against drugs to be launched across 441 panchayats in Shimla: Kashyap

The campaign will feature pledge-taking ceremonies, awareness rallies, sports competitions, street plays, and interactive dialogue sessions. (HT representative)

Published 27 days ago

Shah Rukh Khan and Akshay Kumar warned Yo Yo Honey Singh against drug abuse

Yo Yo Honey Singh had previously revealed that Shah Rukh Khan, Deepika Padukone, and Akshay Kumar supported him during his health crisis.

Updated 48 days ago

LG orders crackdown on drug menace in Ladakh

Ladakh lieutenant governor, VK Saxena directed the director general of police (DGP) to ensure strict enforcement against the drug menace and launch a crackdown against drug traffickers and their hideouts.

Published 50 days ago

Noida administration orders crackdown on sale of intoxicants near schools, colleges

Officials have been directed to intensify enforcement operations and maintain surveillance on suspicious activities. (Representational image)

Published 61 days ago

House of drug peddler demolished in Jammu

Jammu administration demolishes the residential property of a drug peddler, at Belicharana, in Jammu, on Saturday. (PTI)

Published 88 days ago

Britney Spears in rehab: What happened to 'Toxic' singer? 'she hit rock bottom'

Reports of pop singer Britney Spears seeking help in a rehabilitation center emerge following legal troubles involving a DUI. (Photo by Chris Pizzello/Invision/AP, File)

Updated 94 days ago

Directions issued by DC to regulate river rafting in Kullu

The deputy commissioner, Kullu, said that it would be mandatory to maintain proper records of activities at every rafting stretch and to submit daily reports. (HT representative)

Published 100 days ago

Happy Street blends sports, art and wellness to promote anti-drug awareness in Dhanbad

Happy Street-led activities in Dhanbad on Saturday. (HT Photo)

Published 109 days ago

UP cracks down on drug menace; CS orders strict action, better coordination

UP cracks down on drug menace; CS orders strict action, better coordination

Published 114 days ago

Drug addict charged with dowry death after he kills wife for refusing money

Gurugram police later charged the accused with dowry death after his wife died from a drug injection.

Updated 115 days ago

Chandigarh: UTCA-backed gully cricket tournament from April 17

The participants can register themselves in a team of 12 players at their local police stations. (HT Photo for representation)

Published 118 days ago

Lucknow police arrest wanted accused in Ghaziabad for involvement in codeine racket

Police said the accused, along with his associates, was engaged in organised illegal trade of these substances to earn unlawful profits. (For representation)

Published 118 days ago

Quote of the day by Yo Yo Honey Singh: ‘An artist’s life isn’t his alone…’

On Honey Singh's birthday, let's take a look at what he had to say about an artist's relationship with their fans.

Published 123 days ago

Teen kills father in Lucknow over substance abuse; flees scene after murder

Teen kills father in Lucknow over substance abuse; flees scene after murder

Updated 128 days ago

Regularisation of daily wagers from this year in phased manner: Omar tells J&K assembly

J&K CM Omar Abdullah speaks during the Budget session of the legislative assembly, in Jammu, on Thursday. (PTI)

Published 146 days ago

Bihar govt to engage reputed institutes, celebrities to sensitise youth against addiction

Bihar govt to engage reputed institutes, celebrities to sensitise youth against addiction

Published 154 days ago

Redditors share shocking stories of how ‘1 bad decision’ ruined someone’s life

A Reddit thread showcases heartbreaking stories of lives destroyed by hasty choices, such as drug addiction and reckless behaviour.

Published 156 days ago

Psychiatrist reveals the dangers of vaping that could lead to teen addiction

Why do teenagers get addicted to vaping? How does vaping affect teenagers' mental health?

Published 173 days ago

Anti-drug drive held in five schools in Jalandhar Cantt

A two-day drug awareness and sensitisation campaign was held across five schools in Jalandhar Cantt from January 19-20.

Published 176 days ago

Gautam Budh Nagar admin ramps up fight against drug trade

District magistrate Medha Roopam has directed officials to intensify action against drug trafficking networks, unauthorised sale of narcotics and misuse of prescription medicines, while also strengthening preventive and rehabilitation measures. (HT Archive)

Published 191 days ago

Nick Reiner was diagnosed with schizophrenia weeks before Rob, Michele's murders

An old photo showing Nick Reiner and his father, Rob Reiner

Published 208 days ago

Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan: 427% jump in persons seeking de-addiction treatment in 5 yrs, says Union minister

Virendra Kumar, Union minister of social justice and empowerment, Punjab governor Gulab Chand Kataria during an event to mark completion of 5 Years of the Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan, at Guru Nanak Dev University, Amritsar, on Tuesday. (Sameer Sehgal/HT)

Published 239 days ago

Participate actively in collective fight against drugs: Himachal health minister

Himachal health minister Dr (Col) Dhani Ram Shandil (File)

Published 239 days ago

Hold drives in schools on screen addiction, substance abuse, says Haryana DGP

Haryana DGP OP Singh (HT File)

Published 262 days ago

Russian grandmaster alleges foul play in Naroditsky's death, suspects drug abuse

Vladimir Kramnik alleged that in the past few streams, Naroditsky appeared unstable.

Updated 267 days ago

FSDA busts illegal codeine syrup network; pharma firm sealed

The contraband syrups were reportedly being diverted for substance abuse, a growing concern across the state. (File)

Updated 269 days ago

Himachal to engage over 1k volunteers to combat drugs menace

For their safety, the volunteers will not be engaged in field identification, and the police will ensure strict confidentiality of their identity, besides providing protection in sensitive cases. (File)

Published 293 days ago

Universities in focus as excise dept launches drive to steer youth from addiction

Minister of state (independent charge), excise and prohibition, Nitin Agarwal during a seminar held recently at Lucknow University. (HT)

Published 293 days ago

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