The National Investigation Agency (NIA) conducted searches across Kerala, Tamil Nadu, and Karnataka. These searches are part of an ongoing investigation into a large seizure of explosives in Malappuram, Kerala. Several accused persons have been arrested. The agency is working to uncover the full supply chain of these illegally procured explosives.

NIA conducts searches in four states linked to cross-border arms smuggling, seizing digital devices and uncovering explosive threats.

According to the NIA, several digital devices were seized during the operation and are being sent for forensic analysis to trace the full network involved in the conspiracy.