Rashid and Dilshaad Arrested in Electrical Equipment Theft Case
Police have arrested two more individuals in connection with an electrical equipment theft case, authorities confirmed on Sunday.
Bank Employee Moumita Si Arrested for Stealing Rs 1.3 Crore Valuables
A nationalised bank employee, Moumita Si, who was in charge of the vault at a prominent Park Street branch, was arrested along with her brother, Mithun, for allegedly stealing ornaments worth Rs 1.3 crore from a customer’s locker. The theft took place after the employee emptied the contents of the locker and used the stolen funds to purchase an SUV, install a blue beacon, and roam the city. She also opened a company with the illicit proceeds.
Senior Officials Zahoor Dar and Sajid Yousuf Bhat Arrested in SSCL Corruption Case
The recent arrests of Zahoor Dar, Executive Engineer, and Sajid Yousuf Bhat, Chief Financial Officer, from Srinagar Smart City Limited (SSCL) have exposed a complex web of corruption. Authorities suggest that more arrests could be made as investigations continue.
Police Arrest Drug Peddler Farooq Ahmad Dar in Handwara
Continuing its relentless efforts to combat drug abuse and crack down on drug peddlers, Handwara Police recently arrested a drug dealer and seized a significant quantity of contraband.
CBI Investigates Taman Singh Sonwani Over CGPSC Bribery Scandal
Taman Singh Sonwani, former head of the Chhattisgarh Public Service Commission (CGPSC), has come under investigation by the CBI for allegedly accepting a bribe of Rs 45 lakh. The bribe was reportedly paid by Shravan Goyal to ensure the recruitment of his son and daughter-in-law as deputy collectors. Sonwani was in charge of CGPSC from 2018 until 2023, during the Congress government’s tenure.
Alok Mehta’s Troubles Grow as ED Targets RJD MLA in Bank Scam
The troubles of Alok Mehta, a senior RJD MLA and close confidant of Lalu Prasad Yadav, are intensifying as the Enforcement Directorate (ED) tightens its investigation into the alleged Rs 85 crore scam involving the Vaishali Urban Development Cooperative Bank. The ED has arrested five individuals, including two of Mehta’s relatives, Rambabu Shandilya and Vipin Tiwari, which has sparked growing speculation regarding the potential legal and political consequences for Mehta.
Bihar Police Uncover ‘Pregnant Job Service’ Cyber Fraud Gang
Bihar police have uncovered a disturbing gang involved in a cyber fraud scheme that targeted young men by promising them a large sum of money as a ‘customer service fee’ for impregnating childless women. The fraud was exposed after three gang members were arrested in Nawada district. Authorities recovered six mobile phones, photographs of victims, audio recordings, and bank transaction documents during the raid.
Woman and Daughter Arrested in Multi-Crore Fake Sugar Import Scam
The Central Crime Branch (CCB) has arrested Tamilarasi, aged 42, and her mother Govindammal Perumal, aged 62, in connection with a multi-crore fraud scheme involving fake sugar imports. The arrests were made after a Malaysian businessman filed a complaint with Commissioner of Police, A Arun, accusing the duo of duping his company of Rs10.61 crore.
Kalaburagi Police Shoot and Arrest Drug Peddler Supreet Kumar
On Saturday, the Kalaburagi Police successfully apprehended a drug peddler, identified as Supreet Kumar Navale, after a brief confrontation. The police shot at the 32-year-old accused as he attempted to transport a narcotic substance near Tavargera Cross on the outskirts of Kalaburagi. The interception led to his arrest and the seizure of illegal drugs.
Sahadev Nayak Murder Case: 5 Arrested, Mastermind Still at Large
The murder of Sahadev Nayak on the Rasulgarh flyover in Bhubaneswar has shaken the city. Five people have been arrested so far, including the main accused, while the mastermind behind this chilling crime remains at large. The police have been working tirelessly to track down Sushant Nayak, who is believed to have orchestrated the murder.
Juber and Nadeem Arrested for Forging Voter Registration Documents
Two men have been arrested for submitting forged documents in a voter registration scam, police confirmed on Sunday.
The accused, identified as Juber (35), a cab driver from Ramesh Enclave, and Nadeem (30), a resident of Kirari Suleman Nagar, were arrested after an investigation into fraudulent voter ID applications.
Sumit Jat Arrested in Rajasthan for Selling Fake University Degrees
On Sunday, the Special Operations Group (SOG) of Rajasthan Police arrested Sumit Jat, an accountant at Om Parkash Jogender Singh (OPJS) University in Churu, for his involvement in selling fake and backdated degrees to government job aspirants.
Mumbai Police Seize Fake Notes Worth Rs 1 Lakh, Four Arrested
On Sunday, the Mumbai Police seized counterfeit currency with a face value of Rs 1 lakh and arrested four individuals involved in the illegal operation
Pravin Sathe Arrested for Forging Ajit Pawar’s Signature in Scam
The Malabar Hill Police have arrested Pravin Sathe, a 42-year-old man, for forging the signature of Maharashtra’s Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar and fraudulently declaring himself as his Chief Executive Officer. The accused also used a fake letterhead with Pawar’s name to carry out his scam.
Union Bank Outsourcing Employee Arrested for Stealing Gold Biscuit at Tirumala
A 40-year-old outsourcing employee working for Union Bank of India was arrested by the Tirumala police on Friday for allegedly stealing a 100-gram gold biscuit from the ‘Parakamani’ (currency counting hall) at the Tirumala temple. The accused, identified as V Penchalaiah, was caught in the act by vigilance officials.
Three Arrested in Government Job Scam, Kingpin Still at Large
Three individuals were arrested by Junagadh City C Division police for allegedly cheating people by promising them government jobs in the state forest department. The accused, identified as Babu Patel and Vinod alias Vinay Gadhvi from Gandhinagar, and Deepak Sen from Sagar district, Madhya Pradesh, were apprehended following a complaint filed by Kalu Solanki, a 55-year-old farmer.
Six Drug Peddlers Arrested in Baramulla and Sopore with Contraband
Police in Baramulla and Sopore have arrested six drug peddlers and seized contraband and psychotropic substances from their possession, according to an official report released on Sunday.
Sartaz Alam Arrested for Cocaine Shipment Worth Rs 1 Crore
In a major drug bust, the Bengal Special Task Force (STF) recovered a large consignment of cocaine valued at Rs 1 crore, which was en route to pubs in Kolkata and Siliguri. The STF managed to apprehend Sartaz Alam, a 42-year-old individual, on Saturday in Siliguri. Authorities revealed that the illicit drugs were intended for distribution in the city’s nightlife spots. Alam was arrested after the successful interception of the shipment. Investigations into the drug trafficking network are ongoing, with police focusing on the larger operation behind this seizure.
Rohan Vishwanath Singh and Akhilesh Bholenath Singh Arrested
The Pelhar police have successfully arrested two individuals who had been absconding for over a year after allegedly kidnapping and murdering Sudhir Kunjbihari Singh, a 27-year-old resident of Kandivali. The crime took place on the night of January 1, 2024, in Nalasopara East’s Gaonrai Pada area.
Telangana Police Bust Major Drug Racket Led by Sudhir Goud
Telangana police have dismantled a significant drug manufacturing network involved in the production and sale of Alprazolam, a prohibited substance. The authorities seized a large quantity of contraband and identified assets worth Rs 60 crore in the possession of the accused.
Vicky Ahuja-Led Fraud Gang Arrested in Bengaluru for Money Doubling Scheme
A major investment fraud scheme orchestrated by Vicky Ahuja, believed to be in Malaysia, has been busted by Bengaluru police. The gang targeted victims with promises of doubling their money within just 24 hours, operating under a fictitious company named “MEDB Capital Berhad.”
Pune Police Arrest Arun Ashok Arora in Rs43.87 Lakh Drug Bust
The Anti-Narcotics Cell of Pune successfully arrested Arun Ashok Arora, a 50-year-old resident of Pritam Heights, Katraj, on Friday for his involvement in the illegal sale of narcotics. The arrest was made in the Bharati Vidyapeeth area, and drugs worth Rs43.87 lakh were seized.
Kiran Upadhyaya Arrested for Murdering Wife Jayashree in Brahmavar
A domestic dispute between a husband and wife tragically escalated early on Friday morning, August 23, leading to the husband, Kiran Upadhyaya, fatally killing his wife, Jayashree (28), at Saligrama Karkada Paduvali in Brahmavar taluk.
Fakirappa Madar Arrested for Murder of 13-Year-Old Girl in Mangaluru
Mangaluru city police arrested a 51-year-old man on Wednesday in connection with the murder of a 13-year-old girl, which occurred on Tuesday in Jokatte.
Indore Police Arrest Mohsin Mansuri & Shahbaz in Drug Bust
In a significant drug bust, the crime branch of Indore police apprehended two drug traffickers and confiscated a large quantity of narcotics. The seized contraband included around 102 grams of MD drugs, 1.46 kg of hashish, and 3.8 kg of cannabis, with a total estimated market value of Rs12 lakh.
Bhubaneswar Man Arrested for Impersonating Govt Officer in Scam
A 47-year-old man, Byasadev Rana, was arrested for deceiving individuals by posing as a Section Officer of the Panchayati Raj Department. Rana, who hails from Narla in Kalahandi district, had been residing in the Ekamra area of Bhubaneswar for some time.
Moni Borkar Arrested in Khuntadih for Illegal Cough Syrup Trade
In a targeted operation led by CT SP Kumar Shivashish, police arrested Moni Borkar in Khuntadih and seized a large quantity of illegal substances. The operation uncovered 136 bottles of contraband cough syrup, valued at ₹50,000, marking a significant blow to local drug networks.
Jammu and Kashmir Police Arrest Two Drug Peddlers in Kulgam
In a dedicated effort to combat drug trafficking, Jammu and Kashmir Police arrested two drug peddlers in Kulgam district on Sunday. The arrests followed a routine checkpoint established by the Police Station Qaimoh at Gufbal, Qaimoh, where two individuals were found in suspicious conditions.
Bhavnagar Men Arrested for Series of Burglaries Across Rajasthan
On Tuesday, city police arrested three men from Bhavnagar, Gujarat, for their involvement in a series of burglaries across multiple cities in Rajasthan. The accused were identified as Ranjeet Mali (28), Rakesh Mali (19), and Manoj Mali (22), as confirmed by SHO (Bindayaka) Bhajan Lal Meena.
SOT, Police Bust Drug Rackets in Meerpet & Hayathnagar
On Friday, the Special Operations Teams (SOT), along with local police, dismantled two major drug trafficking networks in Meerpet and Hayathnagar, arresting eight individuals.
TGANB Uncovers Drug Network Involving 20 Students from SIBM
Officials from the Telangana Anti-Narcotics Bureau (TGANB) have identified twenty students from Symbiosis Institute of Business Management (SIBM) in Shadnagar who were reportedly purchasing narcotics from drug peddlers. This discovery came to light after TGANB, in collaboration with the Karkhana Police, arrested three drug peddlers and eight consumers in Hyderabad.
Panjagutta Police Arrest Two for Theft at Lalithaa Jewellery
The Panjagutta Police in Hyderabad have arrested two individuals, Kouda Narsing Rao (40) and Karuparthi Aruna (34), in connection with a recent theft at Lalithaa Jewellery. The stolen property, which included two pairs of gold earrings weighing approximately 12.2 grams, was recovered from the suspects.
South Zone Task Force Arrests Harpreet Singh Rishi and 4 Others for Cash Snatching
The South Zone Task Force, along with Gudimalkapur police, has arrested five individuals involved in the snatching of a cash bag from a jewellery shop manager last month. The arrested persons include Harpreet Singh Rishi of Kishanbagh, who led the gang. The police recovered Rs. 43.8 lakh in stolen cash, along with mobile phones that were bought with the stolen money and an air pistol that was used to threaten the victim.
Vasco Police Arrest 24-Year-Old for Ganja Possession, Seize Rs 1 Lakh Worth of Narcotics
In a significant crackdown on drug-related activities, Vasco Police arrested a 24-year-old man for the illegal possession of narcotics on Sunday morning near Joggers Park in Chicalim. The accused, Khajappa Gaikwad, a resident of Vaddem, Vasco, was apprehended during a routine police patrol that took place between 6:15 a.m. and 9:15 a.m.
Suraj K Arrested for Multiple Thefts in Dakshina Kannada District
The Dakshina Kannada district police have arrested 36-year-old Suraj K, a burglar believed to be behind several thefts across the region. Suraj, a resident of Uppala in Kasaragod district, Kerala, was apprehended after a detailed investigation led by a joint team from the Puttur Rural, Vittal, and Kadaba police stations.
27-Year-Old Jayaraj Arrested for Killing Younger Brother in Tiruvarur
A 27-year-old man, Jayaraj, has been arrested in Tiruvarur district for allegedly killing his younger brother, Jayaraman (23), during a family dispute. The incident took place in the early hours of Sunday, when Jayaraj reportedly attacked Jayaraman with a sickle. Authorities are investigating the details surrounding the family dispute that led to the tragic incident.