Madurai Mayor Indranis Husband Pon Vasanth Arrested
In a major development in the ongoing Madurai property tax scam, the Special Investigation Team (SIT) on Tuesday arrested Pon Vasanth, the husband of Madurai Mayor Indrani, in Chennai. On the same day, former assistant commissioner Suresh Kumar, currently serving in the Tuticorin Corporation, was taken into custody.
Vikas Sharma Held in Multi-State Fake Marksheet Scam
The Economic Offences Wing (EOW) of Sirsa has arrested Vikas Sharma, the main accused in a multi-state fake marksheet scam that has drawn national attention. Sharma, who served as the General Secretary of the Rural Institute of Open Schooling (RIOS), Delhi, was taken into custody after detailed investigation revealed his central role in issuing forged educational documents.
Ghaziabad Police Arrest Abhay Kumar in Violent Cab Driver Attack
Ghaziabad police arrested Abhay Kumar, 20, along with his two accomplices, Aditya Rana and Kunal Panwar, for attacking a cab driver by slashing his throat and fleeing with his Maruti Wagon-R. The violent incident occurred on the night of August 7, with the motive reportedly linked to kidnapping Abhay’s former employer or stealing his luxury vehicles.
Karthik Arrested for Stealing Rs89 Lakh in Gold & Silver from Firm
The Jayanagar police arrested Karthik, a 40-year-old manager of a private firm, after recovering 1.4 kilograms of gold valuables and 1 kilogram of silver articles worth approximately Rs89.09 lakh. The stolen items were allegedly taken from the firm over the last several years.
Noida Police Arrest Jubair and Masil in Gated Society Theft Case
Two men, Jubair (30) and Masil (26), were arrested following a brief gunfight with police on Friday while allegedly targeting locked houses in Noida’s gated societies. The police have registered a case against them at Sector 24 police station.
Mumbai Police Arrest Saurabh Sathe & Mohan Pawar in Rs57 Lakh Meerut Jewel Heist
Mumbai Police’s Crime Branch arrested two men, Saurabh Tanaji Sathe (21) and Mohan Maruti Pawar (24), accused of breaking into a jeweller’s shop in Meerut, Uttar Pradesh, and fleeing with gold and silver valued at over Rs57 lakh to Mumbai. The suspects were nabbed in Borivali within 24 hours of the theft, police said.
North Division Police Arrest Six Including 3 Engineers in Rs61 Lakh Drug Bust
The North division police have arrested six individuals, including three engineering graduates, in a major drug bust, seizing drugs worth Rs61 lakh. The police recovered 6.2 kg of ganja, 270 grams of MDMA, 75 grams of charas, three mobile phones, and Rs69,100 in cash during the operation.
Alladiya Amjad Held With Rs50 Lakh Heroin in Yamunanagar
In a major crackdown on drug trafficking, the Anti-Narcotics Cell of Yamunanagar police arrested two individuals—Alladiya, a resident of Atma Puri Colony (Old Hamida area), and Amjad, from Kamala Colony in Saharanpur, Uttar Pradesh—with 680 grams of heroin (smack), valued at approximately Rs50 lakh in the illegal market.
Bhagatman Mujeeb Sukhail Ubaydullah Held in Rs7.2 Cr Drug Bust
Customs officials at Coimbatore International Airport seized 6.713 kilograms of hydroponic cannabis, valued at approximately Rs7.2 crore, from two passengers who arrived from Singapore late Monday night. This seizure is considered one of the biggest of its kind at the airport.
Arun Dalai Ananta Bagsingh Arrested in Ganjam Gajapati Murders
In two separate incidents, police on Tuesday arrested two individuals accused of murder in Ganjam and Gajapati districts.
Om Verlekar Held in Goa for Smuggling Hydroponic Weed
In a significant crackdown on interstate drug trafficking, the Anti-Narcotics Cell (ANC) of Goa Police arrested Om Verlekar, a 20-year-old resident of Mumbai, for allegedly possessing 150 grams of high-grade hydroponic weed valued at Rs15 lakh.
Himayun Kundoo Arrested in Sopore Drug Bust
In a targeted operation, Sopore police have arrested a local man for drug peddling and seized a significant quantity of contraband from his possession.
J&K Police Solve Telecom Tower Theft Case in Budgam, Arrest Three Accused
Police in Budgam district have cracked a recent case of theft at a telecom tower site in Kakawring and arrested three suspects, recovering eight stolen batteries in the process.
Police Solve Diesel Theft Case in Awantipora, Two Arrested
in a swift breakthrough, the Awantipora Police have solved a diesel theft case reported in Pampore, arresting two suspects and recovering approximately 137 litres of stolen diesel.
Budgam Police Recover Stolen Paddy Arrest Two Accused
Police in Budgam district have arrested two individuals in connection with a paddy theft case and successfully recovered the stolen property.
Mohd Hazrat and Sangam Arrested for Rs 1.7 Lakh USD Fraud
Two men, Mohd Hazrat (32) from Kharar and Sangam (29) from Kajehri village, were arrested on Friday for allegedly duping a man of Rs 1.7 lakh by promising to sell him 4,000 USD at half the market rate. The accused took the money but neither delivered the currency nor refunded the victim.
Gold Appraiser Saravanan Arrested in Rs2.38 Crore Canara Bank Fraud
The Bank Fraud Investigation Wing of the Central Crime Branch has arrested two individuals in connection with a Rs2.38 crore fraud involving Canara Bank’s Mint branch. The accused include Saravanan, 42, the bank’s gold jewellery appraiser from Chintadripet, and Janakiraman, 39, from Saidapet.
Elder Brother Arrested for Murder of 19-Year-Old Mukil in Chennai
Vadapalani police cracked a chilling case involving the murder of 19-year-old R Mukil in Choolaimedu, revealing an unexpected twist through CCTV footage and forensic evidence.
Vizianagaram Police Arrest Four in 100kg Interstate Marijuana Bust
Vizianagaram district police successfully busted an interstate marijuana smuggling ring by arresting four individuals and seizing 100 kilograms of ganja valued at lakhs of rupees. The Bondapalli police intercepted a car at Gotlam Bypass Road Junction on Saturday, acting on a tip-off about drug trafficking between Odisha and Tamil Nadu.
Ranjeet & Rajesh Held with 1kg Opium in Delhi Bust
In a major breakthrough against narcotics trafficking, the North-West District Narcotics Cell of Delhi Police arrested two individuals — Ranjeet (25) and Rajesh Singh (21) — for possession of over 1 kg of fine-quality opium. The arrests took place near Gate No. 5, Azadpur Mandi, following a precise tip-off.
Shajir Arrested for Brutal Cat Killing in Kerala
In a case that has sparked widespread outrage, 32-year-old Shajir, a truck driver from Muthukulam-Paramba near Cherpulassery, was arrested for brutally killing a cat and posting the shocking act on his WhatsApp status.
Arindam Held for Dowry Torture Leading to Wifes Death
A 40-year-old woman, Aleya Bhawal, succumbed to injuries allegedly caused by prolonged mental and physical abuse inflicted by her husband and in-laws. Her husband, Arindam, has been arrested following a police complaint lodged by a family member.
Azad Pushpender Ayush Held After Rs31 Lakh Robbery
The Crime Investigation Agency (CIA-1) of Rohtak police arrested three robbers following a brief gunfight near Sunaria bypass late Monday night. The trio was wanted for a daring robbery on July 7, where they looted Rs15 lakh in cash and jewellery worth Rs16 lakh from a businessman’s residence.
Heroin Supplier Suraj Gill Arrested Alongside Associates in Shillong
Shillong police arrested three individuals and seized heroin valued at Rs 25 lakh in a major bust, officials confirmed on Wednesday.
Four Habitual Offenders Arrested in Tolichowki Theft Case
Four habitual offenders were arrested by Tolichowki police on Monday, June 16, for their involvement in a recent theft. The accused—Md. Abdul Salman, Shaik Asif, Md. Nawaz, and Md. Abdul Feroz—were apprehended near the passport office at Shaikpet X roads. However, a fifth suspect, Syed Fazal, remains at large.
Kamble Srinu & 3 Others Arrested in Hyderabad Gold Chain Theft
Hyderabad police apprehended four men involved in a series of gold chain thefts across the city. The Afzalgunj police arrested Kamble Srinu (32), Md Mahboob (36), Vemula Srinu (45), and Kamble Vikas (22) on Tuesday while they were attempting to sell stolen jewellery in Gowliguda. Authorities recovered approximately 2.5 tolas of stolen gold chains from the suspects. Meanwhile, three other members of the gang — Vijay, Karan, and Saddam — are still evading capture as investigations continue.
Urmila Kerketa Arrested for Husband’s Murder in Odisha
Police in Sundargarh, Odisha, arrested Urmila Kerketa for allegedly murdering her husband, Dhruba Kerketa, following a marital dispute. Urmila, from Jaisar village in Talsara, confessed during interrogation that she, with the help of two accomplices, strangled her husband to death.
Pramod Behera Arrested in Kendrapara Students Mysterious Death
Kendrapara police have arrested Pramod Behera, the boyfriend of a Plus-3 student from Pattamundai, in connection with her mysterious death, five days after her charred body was found under suspicious circumstances.
College Student Surjyakant Sethy Kills Family Over Gaming Dispute in Odisha
A 21-year-old college student, Surjyakant Sethy, brutally killed his parents and sister early Tuesday morning in Jagatsinghpur district, Odisha. The attack reportedly stemmed from family opposition to his addiction to online gaming.
Nizar and Shameem Arrested for Nedumangad Market Murder
Two men, Nizar (44) and Shameem (36), both residents of Azheekode, were arrested in connection with the murder of 30-year-old Muhammad Hashir at Nedumangad market on Sunday night. The incident occurred around 8 PM following a violent dispute that originated at a local bar hotel.
Engineering Student K.V. Pranav Among 7 Arrested in Drug Case
City police have arrested seven individuals, including an engineering student from Kerala, for their alleged involvement in selling cannabis. The accused were reportedly distributing drugs to college students and others in the area.
Karukachal Police Arrest Anshad Kabir & Ujaz Salam in Murder Case
The Karukachal police in Kerala’s Kottayam district have arrested two men, Anshad Kabir, 37, and Ujaz Abdul Salam, 35, in connection with a hit-and-run case that resulted in the death of a 35-year-old woman. After thorough investigation, police confirmed the incident was a premeditated murder rather than an accident.
Santhosh Arrested in Neighbor Priyamvadas Murder Case in Vellarada
The Vellarada police have arrested Santhosh, brother of the prime accused Vinod, in connection with the murder of their neighbor, Priyamvada. The victim’s decomposed body was discovered near the house of Saraswathi, Vinod’s mother-in-law, after she raised concerns over Priyamvada’s disappearance. Investigations are ongoing as authorities work to uncover further details about the crime.
Ravi Arrested for Stabbing Father to Death in Deoria, UP
A 25-year-old man named Ravi was arrested in Deoria district, Uttar Pradesh, for allegedly stabbing his 45-year-old father, Chandan Chauhan, to death following a dispute over money.
Six Arrested in Kidnapping-Murder of Grain Trader Niraj Sah
Police arrested six individuals, including a woman, on Tuesday in connection with the kidnapping and murder of 35-year-old grain trader Niraj Sah in Chakiya, East Champaran.
Four Men Including Shubham Singh Arrested for Rs 11.25 Lakh College Theft
The police have arrested four men from Gujarat, including two auto-rickshaw drivers, for allegedly stealing Rs 11.25 lakh from the treasury of Dandekar College in Palghar city, Maharashtra. The theft took place between the evening of July 23 and the morning of July 24, when the cash collected as student fees was stolen from the college’s accounts department.
Jyoti Bhanushali Arrested for Rs 1.5 Crore Jewelry Heist in Palghar
A 27-year-old woman, Jyoti Mohan Bhanushali, was arrested for robbing more than Rs 1.5 crore worth of jewelry from the residence of her sister’s father-in-law in Palghar district, Maharashtra. The woman disguised herself as a man to gain entry into the house located in Manickpur, Vasai area, on Monday afternoon.
MotherDaughter Pinki and Poonam Arrested for Jewellery Theft in Delhi
Delhi Police arrested a 42-year-old woman, Pinki, and her 22-year-old daughter, Poonam, for allegedly stealing jewellery from their landlord’s house in Bindapur, southwest Delhi. The duo entered the house through a ventilator and stole gold and silver ornaments, police said.
Two More Arrested in Rs73 Lakh Cyber Fraud Targeting Law Firm
The district police have apprehended two more suspects in connection with a Rs73 lakh cyber fraud targeting a law firm. The newly arrested individuals, Bharat Parik and Jaiprakash, were taken into custody from Jodhpur, Rajasthan, on Friday. With these arrests, the total number of accused in the case now stands at four.
Three Arrested in Mizoram for Heroin Seizure Worth Over 300 Grams
A coordinated operation by the Mizoram Excise and Narcotics Department, Central YMA’s Anti-Drug Squad, and Assam Rifles led to the seizure of 323 grams of heroin across three locations in Mizoram.
