Archive · 2 Jul 2025
NCB Busts India's Darknet Drug Syndicate, Reveals Risks of LSD, Ketamine
The NCB busted a drug ring on the dark web.
The operation was named "MELON", with the syndicate called "Ketamelon."
The main suspect, an engineer, got drugs like LSD and ketamine from the UK.
They found a lot of drugs and money.
LSD and ketamine can be used to treat things like anxiety and depression but can also cause side effects like addiction.
NCB dismantled a darknet drug syndicate, codenamed "MELON".
Edison, an engineer, allegedly sourced LSD and ketamine from the UK.
The syndicate operated under the name "Ketamelon."
Authorities seized 1,127 LSD blots, 131.66 grams of ketamine, and crypto assets.
LSD and ketamine have potential therapeutic uses but also carry risks.
- Who
- NCB arrested Edison, the alleged operator.
- What
- NCB dismantled a darknet drug syndicate.
- When
- Recently.
- Where
- Operated across India; sourced drugs from the UK.
- Why
- To stop the distribution of illegal drugs.
Medical Professionals
General Public
Use of LSD and Ketamine
Medical Professionals
Drugs can be therapeutic when administered under medical supervision.
General Public
Unregulated use can lead to chaos, health issues, and legal problems.
- Syndicate Name
- Ketamelon
- Suspect's Name
- Edison
- Drugs Seized
- LSD, Ketamine
- Crypto Assets
- Rs 70 lakh
- Source Country
- UK
