{
  "id": 18776380,
  "title": "Two youths arrested for possessing narcotics in Vellore",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/07/two-youths-arrested-for-possessing-narcotics-in-vellore",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-11-07T19:24:50.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Hindu",
    "slug": "the-hindu",
    "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/tamil-nadu/two-youths-arrested-for-possessing-narcotics-in-vellore/article71678328.ece"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Vellore South police apprehended two individuals, identified as R. Vinoth, 23, and B. Manimaran, 23, on Saturday near the fort complex in Vellore town. The suspects were reportedly en route to Chennai with the intention of selling a substantial quantity of narcotics. According to reports, the police received a tip-off leading to their arrest. During a surprise inspection, the duo and their belongings were searched, resulting in the discovery of 1300 Tapentadol tablets. The investigation further revealed that the gang had procured the pharmaceutical drugs online through pharmacies, with the drugs subsequently being delivered via courier. The police stated that the individuals were en route to the railway station when they were apprehended. Subsequently, a case was filed against the accused, and they were taken into custody at Central Prison in Vellore. Ongoing investigations are being conducted to determine the full extent of the operation.",
  "summary": "The police said the duo were on their way to the railway station to go to Chennai, where they planned to sell the drugs",
  "key_points": [
    "Vellore South police arrest two youths, R. Vinoth and B. Manimaran.",
    "Suspects found 1300 Tapentadol tablets during search.",
    "Gang procured drugs online, delivered via courier."
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}