Madhya Pradesh Police Expose Online Fraud Gang with Laos Links
Madhya Pradesh Police have revealed a connection between a local gang and a sophisticated online fraud scheme operated from Laos, following the arrest of three individuals. The suspects, Gaurav Tiwari (22), Yogesh Patel (24), and Sujal Suryavanshi (21), all residents of Seoni district, were involved in obtaining duplicate SIM cards using fake identities.
Ravi Shankar Ojha Arrested for Dubai Travel Package Scam
The Crime Branch of Indore Police arrested Ravi Shankar Ojha, a man accused of duping people with fake Dubai travel packages. Ojha, originally from Jharkhand, was apprehended from Gurugram in the Delhi NCR region after a victim lodged a complaint detailing the loss of around Rs 10 lakh.
UP Police Thwart Cyber Fraud of Rs. 120 Crore, Seven Arrested
A major cyber fraud involving a staggering Rs. 120 crore was foiled by the Uttar Pradesh Police, with swift action resulting in the recovery of Rs. 119 crore. The fraudsters, who had created fake mail IDs and forged documents, impersonated officials from Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University (AKTU) and Union Bank. Using these fake credentials, they siphoned a large sum of money from AKTU’s account.
Pimpri-Chinchwad Police Arrest Akash Vajir Rathod in Theft Cases
Pimpri-Chinchwad Police have arrested Akash Vajir Rathod, a 24-year-old with a criminal record, and detained two minors involved in a series of thefts across the city. The arrests follow a string of chain snatching and motorcycle thefts reported in various areas, including Ravet, Nigdi, Chikhali, and Alandi.
Engineer Manish Yadav Arrested for Selling Stolen Phones Worth Rs. 2 Crore
A 36-year-old engineer, Manish Yadav, was arrested for his role in an illegal operation involving the purchase and sale of stolen mobile phones worth Rs. 2 crore. Yadav, a resident of Loni in Ghaziabad, was apprehended in Wazirabad Village. Upon a detailed search of his premises, police recovered 195 high-value stolen phones.
Anwar Aalam Arrested for Impersonating Candidate in FMGE
A 26-year-old man from Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh, Anwar Aalam, has been arrested for allegedly impersonating a candidate during the Foreign Medical Graduate Examination (FMGE) held at the iON Digital Zone in Ramtekadi. Authorities are investigating if Aalam has committed similar fraudulent acts in previous exams, deceiving the National Board of Examination (NBE) and TCS iON.
Rangaswami Arrested for His Brother-in-Law’s Murder in Davanagere
Police in Channagiri, Davanagere district, have apprehended Rangaswami TN, the primary suspect in the brutal murder of his brother-in-law, Hanumantappa. Rangaswami had been on the run for two months following the killing, which occurred on November 28, 2024, near Ajjanahalli village in Channagiri taluk. Hanumantappa, who was married to Rangaswami’s sister Asha, was fatally struck on the head.
Bhiwani Man Arrested for Job and Visa Fraud in Kuwait Scheme
A man from Kaluwas village, Bhiwani, identified as Lucky, has been arrested for his involvement in defrauding people by promising them visas and jobs in Kuwait. The police spokesperson revealed that Lucky was arrested by the Industrial Area Police Station team after complaints from victims, including Amarjeet from Paluwas village and others. They claimed that Lucky, along with his accomplices Gaurav, Kapil, and Devender, took a total of Rs9,30,000 from them for arranging employment and visas.
Udupi Police Arrest Five for Attempting to Sell Banned MDMA Drugs
The Central Crime Branch (CEN) police in Udupi have arrested five individuals for attempting to sell banned MDMA drugs. The arrested suspects have been identified as Abrar Sheikh (22), Mohammad Ismail Farhan (25), Mohammad (26), Nauman (27), and Sajjad Mustaqim (21). During the arrest, the police seized 15.59 grams of MDMA, valued at Rs78,000, along with a car worth Rs11,28,000 and five mobile phones from the accused.
Assam Police Seize 1.128 kg Heroin Worth Rs9 Crore, Arrest 4
The Special Task Force (STF) of Assam Police has arrested two drug peddlers from Manipur and seized over 1.128 kg of heroin, valued at Rs9 crore. The heroin was recovered from secret chambers of an SUV that was intercepted at Amingaon in Kamrup district. The drugs were hidden in 94 soap boxes.
Adoor Police Arrest Four, Seize 100g MDMA in Drug Bust
Four individuals, including two women, were arrested by Adoor police for their involvement in drug peddling. The authorities seized 100 grams of MDMA from the suspects.
Maharashtra Man Arrested for Murder After Harassment of His Wife
A 30-year-old man from Maharashtra’s Badlapur region in Thane district has been arrested for allegedly murdering an acquaintance who had been harassing his wife. The incident occurred on January 11, when Sukant Shatrugana Parida (29) died at the residence of the accused, Naresh Shambu Bhagat (30).
Nagpur Engineering Student Arrested for Murdering Parents Over Career Dispute
A 25-year-old engineering student from Nagpur has been arrested for allegedly murdering his parents after a dispute over his career. Utkarsh Dhakole, a student who had repeatedly failed his engineering subjects, reportedly killed his parents over their insistence that he quit the course. The incident took place on December 26, but it was not discovered until Wednesday morning, when a foul odor emanating from the Dhakole household alerted neighbors to the crime.
Assam Shopkeeper Arrested for Creating Fake Aadhaar Cards
In a recent crackdown on illegal Aadhaar card creation, the Baishnabnagar police station in Assam arrested two individuals for allegedly producing fake Aadhaar cards using a stolen password. The two arrested individuals have been identified as Utpal Mandal, a shopkeeper from Nandalalpur, and Sudipta Mandal, an employee at Utpal’s online service shop located in Bhagwanpur.
Two Arrested for Theft in Guwahati, Stolen Valuables Seized
In a successful operation, the East Guwahati Police District (EGPD) team from Basistha Police Station solved a theft case and arrested Nandeswar Rahang (18) and Bibek Brahma (18) from Lalmati. The duo was involved in breaking into a house in Bhetapara, where they stole valuable items, including ornaments and cash.
Assam STF Seizes Rs11.3 Lakh in Fake Currency, Two Arrested
In a major crackdown, the Special Task Force (STF) of Assam Police intercepted a counterfeit currency racket and seized Rs. 11,31,500 worth of Fake Indian Currency Notes (FICN) on January 13, 2025, in a raid at Ganeshguri, Guwahati. The operation led to the arrest of two individuals, who were caught in possession of 2,263 counterfeit Rs. 500 notes.
Two Women Arrested in Assam Drug Raid, Contraband Seized
In a major operation in Assam, police apprehended two notorious women drug peddlers and seized a significant quantity of illegal substances and prohibited items. The raids, conducted in the region, resulted in the recovery of 7.292 kilograms of suspected ganja, 355 bottles of Indian-made foreign liquor (IMFL) marked “Sale for Meghalaya Only,” and 30 pre-rolled COnGO cones used for ganja consumption.
Akash Choudhury Murdered by Friends in Guwahati After Brawl
A tragic incident unfolded in Guwahati’s Kahilipara locality on Tuesday night when 29-year-old Akash Choudhury was brutally murdered by four of his friends following a drinking session. The event took place at around 8:45 PM, and despite being rushed to Hayat Hospital, Akash was declared dead at 9:15 PM.
Gorchuk Police Solve Milk Theft Case, Arrest 3 in Meghalaya
The Gorchuk Police Station team under West Guwahati Police District (WGPD) has made a significant breakthrough in a milk theft and fraud case. Kamal Kishor Upadhyay and Dilip Kumar Upadhyay, residents of Paschim Boragaon, were arrested for conspiring to steal two truckloads of powdered milk packets.
Ahmedabad Police Arrest Two Suspects in Kagdapith Murder Case
In a significant development, the Ahmedabad Crime Branch arrested the two remaining suspects, Yuvraj Chunara (23), also known as Billo Chunara, and Vishal Chunara (26), in the Kagdapith murder case on Tuesday. The duo had been staying at a relative’s house and were apprehended in the early hours while preparing to leave.
Thane Man Arrested in Rs36 Lakh Cyber Fraud Targeting Retired Employee
In a significant cyber fraud case, the North Cyber Police have arrested Hyder Sayyed from Thane, who is accused of duping a 74-year-old retired employee of L&T Infotech out of Rs36.5 lakh. The fraudsters, operating under the guise of a fake stock trading platform called “BAJAJ-SST,” enticed the victim to invest in shares and made him believe he was making virtual profits. However, when the victim attempted to withdraw his funds, he was unable to do so, and the scammers demanded additional payments as withdrawal taxes.
Lalit Kumar Arrested for Impersonating CBI Officer in Delhi
A 25-year-old man from Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh, was arrested in West Delhi on Monday for allegedly impersonating a Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) officer. The individual, identified as Lalit Kumar, was preparing for the Combined Graduate Level (CGL) Examination conducted by the Staff Selection Commission (SSC), according to the police.
Korba Flora Max Fraud: FIR Filed Against Protestors, 1 Arrested
In a dramatic turn of events surrounding the Flora Max fraud case in Korba, the police lodged an FIR against the protesting women who blocked roads in the presence of Ministers Ramvichar Netam and Lakhan Lal Devangan. The protestors gheraoed the ministers, causing a heated argument between them and the demonstrators.
Police Arrest 23 Cybercriminals in Major Bust Led by ACP Abhimanyu Goyat
In a significant operation, the police arrested 23 individuals over the past week, connected to 11 separate cybercrime cases. Authorities recovered Rs 7,500 in cash, while an additional Rs 2,98,518 was seized from the accused’s bank accounts.
Sunny Gupta Arrested in Delhi with 20 Kg of Poppy, Police Say
In a significant operation, Delhi Police intercepted a suspect in the Greater Kailash area and seized 20 kilograms of poppy hidden in a bag. The individual, identified as Sunny Gupta from Bari Brahmana, was arrested in connection with the illegal trade of narcotics.
Hubballi Police Arrest 5 Rajasthan Drug Peddlers, Seize Opium
On Tuesday, the Kasabapet police in Hubballi dismantled a drug trafficking ring operated by Rajasthan-based peddlers, arresting five individuals near Gabbur Cross. The arrested men, identified as Shravankumar Bisnoi (33), Omprakash Kupasiya (24), Jagatram Patel (22), Hemaraj Bisnoi (41), and Dhanram Patel (34), are all from Rajasthan and had been working in garment and fancy stores across Shivamogga, Sirsi, Kumata, and Hubballi.
Rajasthan Police Arrest 3 in Drug Trafficking Bust in Pratapgarh
On Thursday, Rajasthan police arrested three individuals from Pratapgarh district in connection with a significant drug trafficking operation. The arrests occurred during a raid as part of a special operation aimed at dismantling criminal networks involved in the drug trade.
Surat Police Arrest 3 in Drug Smuggling Operation from Rajasthan
On Sunday, Surat Police’s Special Operations Group (SOG) detained three individuals involved in a drug smuggling operation originating from Rajasthan. The traffickers were using ice cream lorries as a cover for their illicit drug deliveries.
Park Street Bank Locker In-charge and Brother Arrested for Theft
On Friday, the Park Street police arrested Moumita Si, the locker in-charge of a nationalized bank, and her brother Mithun Si for allegedly stealing gold and diamond jewellery valued at Rs1.25 crore from a customer’s locker.
Town Police Arrest Reddy Ramu Rathod in Theft Case
On Monday, the Town Police arrested Reddy Ramu Rathod from Malhar Tanda in connection with a theft case that was registered on Sunday. During the investigation, the police successfully seized the stolen property.
Thane Police Arrest Driver Vinay Iyer with MD Drugs Worth Rs1 Lakh
The DCP squad of the Kalyan region of Thane police recovered MD contraband worth over Rs1 lakh from a driver in Dombivli. The arrested individual, Vinay Iyer (26), a resident of Rajaji Path, Dombivli, is suspected of selling MD drugs to local youth. He has been arrested under the NDPS Act.
Lalu Yadav Arrested with Brown Sugar and Illegal Pistol in Sukhdevnagar
On Saturday, a police team led by Kotwali Deputy Superintendent of Police Prakash Soy arrested Lalu Yadav, a notorious drug peddler, from the Lal Kothi area under the jurisdiction of the Sukhdevnagar police station. During the arrest, authorities seized brown sugar and a pistol from Yadav.
Chhatarpur Police Arrest Love Kumar Rajak with Stolen Motorcycle
On Tuesday afternoon, Chhatarpur Police arrested Love Kumar Rajak, a resident of Khodhi village, after he was found riding a stolen black Pulsar motorcycle during a routine vehicle check near the police station. The check was being conducted to enforce helmet use, prevent triple riding, and verify vehicle documentation.
Jammu Police Arrest Drug Peddler Umen, Seize 1.9kg of Ganja
On Tuesday, Jammu Police apprehended Umen, a drug peddler, and recovered 1.9 kilograms of Ganja during a routine patrol in the Narwal area. Umen, a resident of Channi Rama, Jammu, was arrested under FIR No. 16/2025 for violating sections 8/20 of the NDPS Act.
Sirsa Police Arrest Five with 29 kg Poppy Husk Near Rania Market
Sirsa Police arrested five individuals on charges of drug trafficking and seized 29 kilograms of poppy husk near Rania grain market. The arrested suspects have been identified as Narender Singh, Baljinder Singh, Balvinder Singh, and Mangat Singh, all residents of Rania, along with Ravi, a resident of Bathinda, Punjab.
