India, Oct. 21 -- In a breakthrough under its ongoing "Operation Fire Trail", the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) has busted a sophisticated smuggling attempt involving the illegal import of Chinese-origin fireworks and firecrackers into India.

During this operation, DRI officers intercepted a 40-foot container at Nhava Sheva port, originating from China and destined for ICD Ankleshwar, which was declared to be carrying leggings. A detailed examination revealed 46,640 pieces of concealed firecrackers or fireworks hidden behind a superficial layer of garments at the front, said a DRI source, adding that the entire consignment, valued at Rs.4.82 crore, was seized.

Subsequent searches led to the recovery of incriminating document...