Six Arrested for Online Fraud in Thane, Including Two Juveniles
In a major breakthrough, the police in Maharashtra’s Thane district have arrested six individuals, including two juveniles, for their involvement in an online fraud scheme. The arrests took place in Bhiwandi town on Thursday, according to an official report.
Tamil Nadu Men Arrested in Rs1,651-Crore Chinese App Loan Scam
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has arrested four individuals from Tamil Nadu—Daniel Selvakumar, Kathiravan Ravi, Anto Paul Prakash, and Allen Samuel—in connection with the alleged Rs1,651-crore Chinese app loan scam.
Two Arrested for Stealing Sandalwood from Kolhapur Court Premises
The Kolhapur police have arrested two individuals and detained a minor in connection with the theft of sandalwood logs worth Rs20,000 from the premises of the Kolhapur district court. The incident occurred about ten days ago, and the arrested individuals have been identified as Samsulala Saraylala Pawar alias Karan (55) and Rulbabu Saraylala Pawar alias Pardhi (20), both residents of Hardua village, Katani district.
Four Arrested for Renting Bank Accounts to Cyber Fraudsters
In a significant operation, the Sion Police have arrested four individuals for allegedly providing rented bank accounts to cyber fraudsters operating from abroad. The accused have been identified as Karthik Vishwanathan (27), Nandakumar Kumaran (27), Laxman Ramamurthy, and Pasupuleti Pratap (43). The arrests were made in Chennai and various locations across Tamil Nadu. While Ramamurthy and Pasupuleti were released after receiving a notice, Vishwanathan and Kumaran were presented in court and remanded to police custody.
Odisha ITDA Official Bishwadarshi Sahoo Arrested for Disproportionate Assets
Bishwadarshi Sahoo, the Project Administrator of the Integrated Tribal Development Agency (ITDA) in Bonai, Sundargarh district, was arrested on Friday by the Odisha Vigilance after being found in possession of assets disproportionate to his known sources of income.
UP STF Arrests Prime Suspect in Bhadohi Principal Murder Case
In a significant breakthrough, the Uttar Pradesh Special Task Force (STF) arrested Mohammed Farmood, the prime suspect in the daylight murder of a principal in Bhadohi district. Farmood had been on the run since the murder, which took place earlier, and was listed as a fugitive with a reward of Rs 50,000 for information leading to his capture.
Kochi Police Arrest Six in Major Drug Bust, Seize MDMA and Ganja”
In a major operation, Kochi Police and the District Anti-Narcotics Special Action Force (DANSAF) carried out raids at multiple locations in West Kochi and Mattancherry, resulting in the seizure of around 450g of MDMA and 250g of ganja. Six individuals were arrested in connection with the operations on Friday.
Delhi Police Bust Fake Online PhD Admission Scam, Arrest Two Suspects
In a significant breakthrough, Delhi Police apprehended Javed Khan, 30, and Shahrukh Ali, 29, in connection with a fake online PhD admission scam that defrauded multiple victims. Both suspects hail from Saharanpur, Uttar Pradesh, with Javed Khan identified as the mastermind behind the operation.
Two Women Arrested in Rs 10 Lakh Jewelry Theft at Kashmere Gate Metro Station
Delhi Police have successfully arrested two women in connection with a jewelry theft worth Rs 10 lakh that took place at the Kashmere Gate Metro Station. The stolen gold jewelry has been recovered from the accused.
Jawad Jabbar, Murder Accused, Arrested After 15 Years on the Run
After a manhunt lasting 15 years, Jawad Jabbar, the prime suspect in a murder case, was apprehended by the Central Crime Branch (CCB) unit of the MBVV police. Jabbar, who had been evading capture since 2011, was arrested from Unnao in Uttar Pradesh and brought to Vasai on transit remand. He was subsequently presented in court.
Arup Nath, Biki Das, and Sanjay Mandal Arrested in Drug Bust
In a significant anti-drug operation, Panbazar police arrested three drug peddlers on Wednesday near the 2 No Railway Gate, Panbazar. The arrested individuals have been identified as Arup Nath (24) from Palengbari, Chirang; Biki Das, also known as Kancha (26), from Balipara, Tezpur; and Sanjay Mandal (29) from Notunbazar, Hojai.
Bengaluru Police Bust Cyber Fraud Ring; 7 Arrested Including Azharuddin
The Bengaluru Police have dismantled a cyber fraud ring operating in Mysuru that targeted victims through social media scams. Seven individuals, including Azharuddin, Shashikumar, and Syed Danish, were arrested in connection with the scam.
Four Arrested in Kochi Drug Raids, MDMA Worth Rs15 Lakh Seized
In a significant drug bust, Kochi City police arrested four individuals, including a woman, in two separate raids. The raids, carried out by the Mattancherry police and the District Anti-Narcotics Special Action Force (DANSAF), led to the seizure of nearly 330 grams of suspected MDMA valued at over Rs15 lakh, along with Rs3 lakh in Omani currency, 6.80 grams of ganja, 4.64 grams of hybrid ganja, and 9.41 grams of hashish oil.
Santhosh Selvam and Manikandan Arrested for Mannancherry Thefts
The police confirmed on Sunday that the recent thefts in Mannancherry, Alappuzha, were executed by the notorious ‘Kuruva gang.’ Following a swift investigation, two individuals, identified as Santhosh Selvam and Manikandan, both from Tamil Nadu, were apprehended by the police on Saturday in connection with the October 29 thefts.
Four Arrested in Vehicle Loan Scam Involving Fake Documents
The CIA staff of the Police Commissionerate recently uncovered a vehicle loan scam and arrested four employees of a finance company. The accused were allegedly using forged documents to obtain loans for vehicles in the names of random people.
Vijayawada GRP Arrests Three, Recovers Rs64 Lakh in Theft Case
The Vijayawada Government Railway Police (GRP) successfully apprehended three individuals and recovered a significant sum of Rs 64 lakh in cash on Thursday.
Notorious Thief Kancharla Mohan Rao Arrested in NTR District
The NTR district police have successfully apprehended Kancharla Mohan Rao, a notorious inter-state thief, on Thursday. In addition to the arrest, the police also recovered gold ornaments worth Rs 26 lakh and Rs 1 lakh in cash from his possession.
Rourkela Police Uncover Rs. 52.9 Lakh Credit Card Fraud Scheme
The Cyber Crime & Economic Offences Police Station under the Rourkela Police has uncovered a significant credit card fraud involving manipulation of financial records, forged documents, and unauthorized cash withdrawals totaling Rs. 52.9 lakh, along with accumulated interest.
J&K Police Arrest Three Drug Peddlers, Seize Contraband in Budgam & Handwara
In a continued effort to combat the drug menace in society, J&K Police have arrested three drug peddlers in Budgam and Handwara, recovering significant amounts of contraband substances from their possession.
Calangute Police Arrest Akhil Mhalasekar for Possession of MDMA Drugs
In a significant narcotics raid, Calangute Police arrested Akhil Mhalasekar (24), a resident of Saligao-Bardez, for allegedly possessing MDMA drugs worth Rs. 2.50 lakhs. The arrest followed a tip-off received by the police from reliable sources indicating that a male individual would be delivering narcotic substances to potential customers in Naikawado.
Ajmer Police Arrest Four More in Cyber Fraud Case, Eight Arrested So Far
Ajmer Police have made significant progress in cracking a cyber fraud case, arresting four more individuals involved in the operation. With these latest arrests, the total number of individuals arrested in the case rises to eight. The District Superintendent of Police, Vandita Rana, confirmed that the four additional arrests followed detailed interrogations of the previously arrested suspects.
Bhojpur Police Arrest Four Drug Peddlers, Seize 30.5kg Cannabis
In a major drug bust, the Bhojpur Police, acting on a tip-off, arrested four suspected drug peddlers on Friday. The operation, led by Gajrajganj OP SHO Hari Prasad Sharma, resulted in the seizure of 30.5 kg of cannabis (ganja), valued at approximately Rs 2.5 lakh. The police also confiscated the car used in the trafficking, Rs 2,700 in cash, and four cellphones.
Man Arrested in Itanagar for Attempted Hanging of His One-Year-Old Daughter
in a shocking case of domestic violence, a man from Itanagar’s D Sector, Kioda Babu (33), was detained on Tuesday for allegedly attempting to hang his one-year-old daughter in an unsettling act of violence. The incident was revealed after his wife, Kioda Yapi, filed a written FIR on December 23, accusing Babu of continuous harassment and abuse over the past two years.
Woman Arrested in Odisha for Peddling Brown Sugar, Linked to Narcotics Network
A woman has been arrested in Balasore district, Odisha, for allegedly peddling brown sugar in the region. The arrested individual has been identified as Ruksana Bibi, a resident of Sekabad village, under Jaleswar Municipality.
Man on the Run for Three Years Arrested by Delhi Police in Madhya Pradesh
For nearly three years, Kailash, a 40-year-old man sentenced to life imprisonment for murdering his wife, managed to evade the law after being granted parole during the Covid-19 pandemic. His escape ended on Tuesday, when a team from the Inter-State Cell of the Delhi Police Crime Branch apprehended him in his village in Madhya Pradesh.
Man Arrested for Stealing Rs 15 Crore Worth of Artefacts from Bhopal Museum
In a daring theft, Vinod Yadav, a resident of Gaya, was arrested for stealing artefacts worth Rs 15 crore from the Shyamala Hills State Museum in Bhopal. The museum staff reported that the museum had been closed on Sunday evening, and it remained closed the following day due to a holiday. Upon investigating, police found that the locks of two rooms containing gold and silver archaeological ornaments, coins, and other valuable materials had been broken into.
Pradyuman Singh, Son of Ex-MLA, Arrested for Snatching Gold Chain in Ahmedabad
Ahmedabad Police have arrested Pradyuman Singh, the son of a former Madhya Pradesh MLA, for snatching a gold chain from a 65-year-old woman. The incident occurred on January 25, when Vasantiben was returning from a temple. As she walked, a miscreant approached her and snatched her gold mangalsutra, valued at over Rs 1.25 lakh, before fleeing the scene.
Parwanoo Police Uncover Multi-Crore Digital Fraud, Arrest 5
Parwanoo Police have uncovered a massive digital fraud case involving an inter-state gang that defrauded a local resident of Rs 18.5 lakh. The fraud, spanning multiple states, saw transactions amounting to crores of rupees. While Rs 10 lakh has been recovered, the investigation is still ongoing.
Three Arrested for Stealing Data and Fraudulently Diverting Clients to New Firm
Indore Police arrested three individuals on Wednesday for stealing data from a forex and comex technical signal provider and using it to divert prospective investors to a fraudulent company they had formed.
4 Arrested in Jagaber Ali Murder Case, Quarry Owners Involved
The police have made significant progress in the investigation into the murder of activist Jagaber Ali, who had been vocal against illegal stone quarrying in the Thirumayam area of the district. On Sunday night, four individuals were arrested in connection with the crime.
Rashid Hoque Arrested in Major Drug Bust at Guwahati Railway Station
In a well-coordinated operation at Guwahati Railway Station, officers from the Railway Protection Force (RPF) and Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) successfully intercepted a significant drug shipment. The operation, carried out early on the morning of January 31, 2025, targeted passengers aboard the Silchar-Secunderabad Express.
Hudkeshwar Police Arrest 3 in Major Burglary Bust
The Hudkeshwar Police recently dismantled a notorious burglary gang responsible for several thefts across the city. The arrested members include Sameer Domendra Humne (18) from Amar Nagar, Ashutosh (known as Lucky or Nakkatya Shankar Raware, 20), also from Amar Nagar, and Gaurav (also known as Tenali Raju Raut, 18) from Ashok Nagar, Kanhan. Another accomplice, Mann Chaure, is still evading arrest.
Mumbai Man Arrested for Rs2.32 Crore CBI Impersonation Fraud
The crime branch arrested Sumersingh Jagmalsingh from Mumbai this week for allegedly posing as a CBI officer and scamming Ashay Palliwar out of Rs2.32 crore.
Man Arrested in Thane with MD Drug Powder Worth Rs 11.22 Lakh
In a major drug bust in Thane, Maharashtra, a 39-year-old man has been arrested for possessing MD drug powder, valued at Rs 11.22 lakh. The arrest took place on Monday evening in the Bhiwandi area, following a tip-off to the police. Ahmad Shakil Ahmed Mallik, also known as Sonu, was apprehended by the crime unit team near a lodge in Kanheri.
Ahmedabad Police Arrest Jaikishan Dineshbhai Khandelwal for Drug Possession
In a major drug bust operation, the Ahmedabad Crime Branch’s Special Operations Group (SOG) arrested 38-year-old Jaikishan Dineshbhai Khandelwal on January 30 for possessing Mephedrone, a banned narcotic. Acting on a tip-off, the SOG conducted a raid near the Odhav crossroads, just outside The Grand Vinayak Hotel, and apprehended Khandelwal, a resident of Chandkheda.
Manipur Truck Driver Arrested with 4kg Heroin in Delhi NCR Drug Bust
A 40-year-old truck driver from Manipur, identified as Animesh Sarkar, was arrested 10 days ago by Delhi Police for attempting to traffick four kilograms of heroin. The arrest took place near the Mayur Vihar toll plaza while Sarkar was trying to smuggle the narcotic substance across Delhi’s National Capital Region (NCR).
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Two Arrested in Multi-Crore Cyber Fraud Case, Including Sachin Kolan and Sameer Ali
In a major breakthrough, the Cyber Crime Unit of the Crime Branch has arrested two individuals—Sachin Kolan and Sameer Ali—in connection with a cyber fraud case that amounted to over Rs. 3.64 crore.
