<h1>DRI's Operation Eastern Gateway Busts Gold Smuggling Ring; 8 Arrested, 24.4 Kg Gold Seized Across Three States.</h1> The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) executed Operation Eastern Gateway, targeting a gold smuggling syndicate operating between Bangladesh and India. The operation, based on extensive intelligence, led to the arrest of eight individuals across West Bengal, Assam, and Tripura. The DRI seized a total of 24.4 kg of gold, valued at approximately Rs 14 crore, hidden in waist belts and vehicle cavities. The arrests occurred during coordinated raids at Siliguri, Agartala, and Karimganj. This operation contributes to the DRI's ongoing efforts, with over 1,000 kg of gold seized across India in the current financial year. Further investigations are underway.