Rahul, ATM Heist Mastermind, Nabbed by Basistha Police
In a major breakthrough against organized crime, Basistha Police in Guwahati have arrested Rahul, a nationally wanted dacoit and alleged mastermind behind a series of ATM heists across several Indian states.
Shaik Munwar Basha Held for SIM-Based Cyber Frauds
In a major cybercrime crackdown, the Hyderabad Cybercrime Police, in collaboration with the Banjara Hills Police, arrested Shaik Munwar Basha from Tadepalligudem, Andhra Pradesh, for misusing SIM cards registered under fake identities.
Reynold Vincent Cyril, Manish Sonawane Held in Fraud Case
In a major breakthrough against digital investment scams, Hyderabad Cybercrime Police arrested two individuals from Pune, Maharashtra, on Thursday. The suspects, Reynold Vincent Cyril — a techie — and Manish Dinesh Sonawane, were allegedly involved in 27 investment fraud cases across India, including one in Telangana.
Vemula Subba Rao, Kumari Held in Rs9 Cr Dairy Scam
The Economic Offences Wing (EOW) of the Hyderabad Police on Thursday arrested Vemula Subba Rao and Vemula Kumari, both residents of Kokapet in Gandipet, for allegedly running a massive dairy farm investment scam that defrauded at least 41 people across Telangana of approximately Rs9 crore.
Jitendra Arrested for Strangling Wife Sonia After Altercation
In a shocking case of domestic violence, a 49-year-old man from Jhajjar, Haryana, allegedly killed his live-in partner, Sonia (40), after a heated argument. The incident occurred on April 21, when Sonia reportedly made derogatory remarks about Jitendra’s 20-year-old daughter from a previous marriage, calling her unkindly and stating that she would be pushed into prostitution. This enraged Jitendra, leading him to allegedly strangle Sonia with a rope.
Ahmed Shaikh Arrested for Rs 6.5 Lakh Gold Theft in Ahmedabad
The City Crime Branch has arrested Ahmed Shaikh, a 49-year-old laborer, in connection with two theft cases registered at Kalupur Police Station and Kalupur Railway Police Station. Acting on a tip-off, the police apprehended Shaikh near Mira Crossroads slum quarters on Wednesday.
Odisha AFO Bibhuti Pradhan Arrested for Rs30,000 Bribe
In a significant move against corruption, Odisha Vigilance apprehended Assistant Fisheries Officer (AFO) Bibhuti Bhusan Pradhan from Biramaharajpur in Subarnapur district for demanding and accepting a bribe of Rs30,000.
Gujarat Police Uncovers Drug Trade Near Top Universities, Multiple Arrests Made
In a significant operation, the Gujarat Police’s State Monitoring Cell (SMC) has exposed a large-scale drug trade targeting students near renowned educational institutions, including the Indian Institute of Management (IIM), National Institute of Design (NID), CEPT University, and others in Ahmedabad. The police arrested two individuals, Matinmiya Sheikh (also known as Khaliu Sheikh) and Shahnawaz Pathan, for trafficking narcotics worth Rs 5.50 lakh.
Awantipora Police Arrest Drug Peddler with Charas Near Padgampora Crossing
Awantipora Police have continued their drive against drug trafficking with the arrest of a drug peddler in the Awantipora area. The arrest occurred during naka checking at Padgampora Crossing, under the supervision of SHO PS Awantipora.
Kulgam Police Arrest Four Drug Peddlers, Seize Contraband Worth Lakhs
In a significant drug bust, Kulgam Police arrested four drug peddlers and seized a large quantity of contraband substances. The arrests were made during two separate operations conducted by the Police Station Qazigund and Police Post Jawahar Tunnel.
Pune Police Arrest Four in Ganja Bust at Railway Station, Bus Stand
In a major crackdown on the illegal narcotics trade, the Narcotics Cell of Pune Police arrested four individuals on April 30 for selling ganja at two busy locations in the city: Wakdewadi bus stand and Pune Railway Station. The arrests followed two coordinated operations conducted by the Anti-Narcotics Squad.
Malayalam Rapper Vedan Hirandas Murali Held in Ganja Case
In a significant development from Kochi, Malayalam rapper Vedan, whose real name is Hirandas Murali, was arrested by the Hill Palace Police along with eight others after 6 grams of ganja were recovered from their apartment.
Shivprasad, ‘Philanthropic Thief’, Busted in Kalaburagi
In a case that blends crime with misplaced piety, Shivprasad, a notorious thief from Kalaburagi, Karnataka, has been arrested for committing over 260 thefts—all while donating large portions of his stolen loot to temples and charity events. His belief? That charity would protect him from both the law and divine retribution.
8 Burglars, Including Lakshmanram, Nabbed in Rajasthan Heists
In a major breakthrough under Operation Khulasa, Samdari police in Balotra district arrested eight members of a notorious burglary gang and recovered 63 grams of gold, over 1 kg of silver, and Rs2 lakh in cash.
Sunil Lodha Arrested in Rs4.89 Cr Fraud, Faces Molestation Case
In a dramatic twist to a financial crime case, the Mumbai Police recently arrested Sunil Lodha, a former businessman, in connection with a Rs4.89 crore financial fraud. Lodha was tracked down in Delhi after being on the run for nearly two years.
Ravi Rameshwar Arrested After Dramatic 1.5 km Police Chase
On April 29, Bhandup police arrested a man, Ravi Rameshwar, after a dramatic chase lasting 1.5 kilometers. Ravi, who was wanted for multiple house-breaking cases, was caught by the police following a routine night patrol. A total of nine cases have been linked to his criminal activities.
Hyderabad Police Bust Drug Racket, Arrest Two Peddlers and Three Consumers
In a major drug bust on Thursday, the Task Force (West) team, along with Gachibowli police, successfully dismantled an interstate drug racket, arresting two drug peddlers and three consumers. The authorities seized a significant quantity of 14 kg of marijuana during the operation.
Manipur Police Arrest Two Drug Smugglers, Seize 274.8 Kg of Ganja
In a significant drug bust, Manipur Police apprehended two drug smugglers in front of Patsoi Police Station in Imphal West district, seizing a large quantity of suspected contraband ganja. The arrested individuals were identified as Kayenbam Kenedi Singh (36) and Keisam Sarat Singh (55).
Manipur Police Arrest Militants, Drug Peddlers in Major Crackdown
In a sweeping 24-hour crackdown across Manipur, state security forces apprehended a total of 14 individuals, including six militants from different outfits, two wanted offenders, and four drug peddlers, officials said on Thursday. A substantial amount of arms, ammunition, drugs, and cash was seized.
Badshah Khan, Faisal Khan Held in Ahmedabad Drug Crackdown
The menace of synthetic drug abuse has once again cast a shadow over Ahmedabad’s elite educational institutions, with two major drug suppliers, Badshah Khan and Faisal Khan, arrested in a joint operation by the State Monitoring Cell (SMC) and local police.
Frank Chikezie, Nigerian National, Arrested in MDMA Trafficking Case
In a major breakthrough in an ongoing international drug trafficking case, police on Tuesday, April 29, 2025, arrested Frank Chikezie, a Nigerian national, from Greater Noida. Chikezie, 32, is the eighth accused in a Kunnamangalam MDMA smuggling case registered three months ago.
Meghnesh Jain, Divyanshu Singh Held in Rs12.8 Cr Cyber Fraud
In a significant crackdown on cybercrime, Banswara police on Thursday arrested two key suspects in a Rs12.8 crore digital fraud that spanned across 11 states. The accused were identified as Meghnesh Jain (28), a deputy manager at a private bank, and Divyanshu Singh (30), a former employee of the same bank.
Jagjit Singh, Two Others Held in Kitchlu Nagar Robbery
In a swift action following a daring robbery in one of Ludhiana’s posh areas, the city police arrested three out of four accused involved in a departmental store robbery in Kitchlu Nagar, just hours after the crime. The incident occurred adjacent to the Kitchlu Nagar police post, drawing sharp criticism from the local community.
Zulfikar Khan, Alapati Raju Held in Andaman Drug Bust
In a decisive strike against the narcotics trade, Aberdeen Police arrested two individuals during separate raids on April 30, seizing a significant quantity of methamphetamine and ganja in South Andaman.
Cyber Fraud Racket Unveiled: 5 Arrested in Multi-Crore Scam
The Vakola Police made significant progress in tackling cybercrime by arresting five individuals involved in a series of fraudulent activities across India. The accused were apprehended from Rajasthan and Thane on Saturday, with their involvement stretching across multiple cases of cyber fraud.
UP Agent Arrested for Supplying Fake Schengen Visas to Cousins
A 29-year-old agent from Uttar Pradesh, Abhinesh Saxena, was arrested for facilitating fake Schengen visas to two cousins who were attempting to travel to Sweden via Rome. The incident unfolded at IGI Airport when the two passengers, Taranveer Singh and Gagandeep Singh, were intercepted during immigration clearance for their flight to Rome via Doha on the night of April 20-21.
Assam Police Arrest Trio in Major Car Theft Racket
In a significant operation, Dispur Police arrested Samarendra Singh, Aku Izam Yonovas, and Ashram Uniya on April 30 in Tinsukia, Assam. The three individuals are accused of running a car theft racket targeting vehicle rental services across the state.
Gang Arrested for Stealing Rented Cars and Selling Them Off
In a significant operation, city police busted a car theft gang and arrested four suspects who were running a fraudulent car rental scheme. The gang would rent vehicles and later steal them, eventually selling the cars to unsuspecting buyers.
Delhi Police Busts International Luxury Car Theft Syndicate
The Delhi Police Crime Branch has successfully dismantled an international luxury car theft syndicate led by a mastermind based in Dubai. The ARSC unit exposed the gang that trafficked high-end stolen vehicles across India. To date, authorities have seized 15 luxury cars, along with fake license plates, forged registration certificates, and duplicate remote keys.
Pune Police Arrest Three Habitual Offenders in Mobile Theft Case
In a swift operation, Pune Police arrested three habitual offenders involved in a string of mobile phone thefts in the city. The arrests followed a snatching incident on April 2nd, 2025, when a victim reported that three unidentified individuals on a red and black motorcycle forcibly stole their mobile phone outside their shop. The suspects fled the scene after snatching the phone.
Pune Police Arrest Two Young Men, Minor in Morning Walk Robberies
In a targeted crackdown, the Pune City Police have arrested two young men and apprehended a minor boy for allegedly robbing people during their morning walks at multiple locations across the city. The arrests come as part of ongoing efforts to curb street crimes and ensure public safety in residential neighborhoods.
Eight Arrested for Murder of Boya Nadipi Rangadu in Kurnool
In a tragic incident at Pulakurthi village, Kurnool district, eight persons have been arrested in connection with the murder of Boya Nadipi Rangadu. The attack took place on April 28, when Rangadu was assaulted with sticks by the accused at the Gudur bus stand. The assault led to his death.
Mizoram, Assam Seize Methamphetamine Worth Rs 42 Crore, 3 Arrested
In a major operation, security forces in Mizoram and Assam have seized a large quantity of methamphetamine, valued at Rs 42 crore, and arrested three drug traffickers, including two nationals from Myanmar. This was reported by authorities on Tuesday.
Guwahati Police Arrest 3 in Drug Raid at Ulubari Salon
In a recent operation by the City Guwahati Police Department (CGPD), a team from the Paltan Bazaar Police Station raided the New Star Beauty & Spa Salon in Ulubari on Monday following a tip-off. The raid led to the arrest of three individuals and the recovery of a significant quantity of illegal substances.
Three Arrested for Recruiting Kerala Men to Russian Military Support
Three individuals were arrested on Saturday in connection with the death of a Kerala man, who had joined a military support service in Russia. The accused, Sandeep Thomas, Sumesh Antony, and Sibi, all natives of Thrissur, were arrested for allegedly recruiting young men to Russia with false promises of high-paying jobs, according to the police.
Elephant Electrocuted by Illegal Fence in Erode, Farmer Arrested
A male elephant was tragically electrocuted after coming into contact with an illegal electric fence near Antthiyur, in Erode district, on Monday. The incident occurred around 3 am when the 15-year-old elephant tried to enter a property owned by M Chinnasamy, an 80-year-old farmer from Athani.
Ernakulam Police Uncover Fake Theft Drama Sorcery Link Revealed
A shocking daylight theft of Rs8.50 lakh and 40 sovereigns of gold from a house in Aluva, which was reported earlier this month, has been exposed as a fabricated story, according to the Ernakulam Rural police.
Ernakulam: MDMA Supplier Ansar Arrested for Selling Drugs to Youth
The Excise Department has arrested Ansar, a 31-year-old man from Kakkanad, for allegedly supplying MDMA (commonly known as ecstasy) to residents in Ernakulam and Kakkanad areas. According to the officers, Ansar was also involved in distributing drugs to Infopark employees and students.
