Kaushambi Police Arrests Notorious Drug Peddler Devendra Tiwari
In a significant breakthrough, Kaushambi police arrested a notorious drug peddler, Devendra Tiwari (24), from Paschim Sarira on Sunday. The authorities seized over 37 kg of illegal ganja, valued at Rs 8 lakh, along with a car, Rs 2,100 in cash, and two mobile phones from his possession.
Gurugram Police Bust Fake Call Centre, Arrest 13 for Fraud
In a major operation, the Gurugram Police in Haryana dismantled a fake call centre on Saturday, arresting a 13-member gang involved in defrauding Canadian citizens by impersonating Microsoft Customer Support representatives
Uttarakhand Police Arrest 2 Cybercriminals in International Scam
The Uttarakhand Police, with the help of the Special Task Force (STF), recently busted a gang of international cybercriminals, arresting two individuals involved in running fake business accounts for money laundering. The accused, Harjinder Singh and Sandeep Singh, were arrested near Zila Panchayat Chungi on Thanon Road, under the Raipur Police Station area.
UP Police Arrest Rajan Singh for Marrying and Duping Women
In a shocking case, Uttar Pradesh Police arrested Rajan Singh for posing as an excise department officer and marrying multiple women to defraud them of lakhs of rupees. The arrest followed complaints from two women who alleged that Rajan gained their trust by pretending to be an excise officer, only to later deceive them financially.
Hyderabad Police Bust International Online Betting Racket
In a major crackdown, the Hyderabad Police have arrested five individuals for organizing an international online betting racket that operated through a manipulated website. The accused lured punters by promoting easy profits and initially offering rewards on bets, but as the betting escalated, the website was controlled by the operators, causing the punters to lose money.
Kozhikode Police Uncover Fake Theft Plot to Defraud Rs 40 Lakh
In a bizarre turn of events, Kozhikode Police have arrested three individuals for allegedly orchestrating a fabricated theft to defraud approximately Rs 40 lakh from the father-in-law of the primary suspect, P M Rahees, in Kuttikattoor. The arrested individuals have been identified as P M Rahees, Sajid alias Shaji, and Jamshid.
Police Constable and Wife Arrested for Brutal Double Murder in Kakori
In a shocking turn of events, Kakori police have arrested Mahendra Kumar (28), a 2018-batch police constable, and his wife Ankita (24), also known as Deepika, for allegedly orchestrating the brutal murders of two men, Manoj Lodhi (25) and Rohit Rajput (26). The police also recovered the murder weapon and the mobile phones used in the crime. Mahendra’s two brothers-in-law and a nephew, who were reportedly involved in the conspiracy, remain on the run.
Five Former CGMSCL Officials Arrested in Chhattisgarh Medical Scam
In a significant development, the Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) and the Economic Offences Wing (EOW) arrested five former officials of the Chhattisgarh Medical Services Corporation Limited (CGMSCL) in connection with an alleged scam involving irregularities in the purchase of medical equipment and reagent chemicals.
Two Brothers Arrested for Murdering Colleague Over Wage Dispute
In a tragic incident, two brothers, Monu (24) and Yogender (33), were arrested on March 18 for allegedly murdering their colleague, Malkhan (31), over a wage dispute. The brothers were apprehended in the Anand Parbat area, a day after Malkhan’s body was discovered near railway tracks in Sarai Rohilla.
Vishwajit Jadhav Arrested for Rs5 Crore Loan Fraud Involving Wife’s Property
In a significant development, the Economic Offenses Wing (EOW) on Friday arrested Vishwajit Vinayakrao Jadhav for allegedly securing a Rs5 crore loan by fraudulently mortgaging a flat owned by his wife, Nikita Shetty. The complaint was filed by Nikita Shetty, and the incident is believed to have taken place between December 2022 and October 2023.
Odisha Panchayat Officer Arrested for Embezzling Rs43 Lakh for Betting
In a significant case of embezzlement, Khetramohan Nayak, the Panchayat Executive Officer (PEO) of Radhadeipur panchayat in Ganjam district, Odisha, was arrested on Friday by Vigilance officials for allegedly misappropriating Rs43 lakh of government funds. The funds were siphoned from multiple government accounts, including the Central Finance Commission, State Finance Commission, public distribution system, and old age pension accounts.
Thane Hotelier Defrauded of Rs13 Lakh by Fake Excise Officer
A 48-year-old hotelier in Thane was allegedly scammed of Rs13 lakh by an individual posing as an excise department official, promising to secure a liquor sale license. The accused, claiming to be an employee of the Maharashtra state excise department, approached the victim in January last year. He convinced the hotelier that he could procure the necessary permit in exchange for a fee.
Shivali Jadon Arrested for Orchestrating Rs 1.5 Crore Theft
In a shocking turn of events, Palasia police arrested Shivali Jadon on Sunday, who had previously filed a complaint regarding a massive Rs 1.5 crore theft at Shubhlabh Prime Apartments. Uncovering a web of deceit, the investigation revealed that Jadon had orchestrated the crime with the help of her brother-in-law, Heera Bahadur Thapa, and his accomplice, Pintu Mehra.
Bapi Nayak Arrested in Robbery Case Involving Arjit Dash
In a swift police operation, Bapi Nayak was arrested in connection with the robbery of Mr. Arjit Dash (39) on March 23, 2025, in Adarsha Basti. Dash and his friend, Kalia Nayak (24), were attacked by three assailants—Santosh Kumar Sahu, Bapi Nayak, and Chotu—without any provocation. During the assault, Dash was robbed of his mobile phone and Rs1500 in cash. Despite putting up resistance, Dash was threatened with death before the attackers fled the scene.
Dibyajyoti Saikia Arrested for Killing Dog in Nagaon District
In a disturbing incident in Samaguri, Nagaon district, Dibyajyoti Saikia, also known as Dadul Saikia, was arrested for allegedly causing the death of a dog that had reportedly eaten chickens from his poultry farm. On Thursday, Saikia struck the dog on the head with a bamboo stick, leading to fatal injuries. Saikia claimed that the dog had taken several chickens from his farm during the previous week, justifying his violent act.
UCO Bank Manager Prasenjit Roy Arrested in Land Scam
In a shocking development, Prasenjit Roy, the manager of the UCO Bank Silpukhuri branch in Guwahati, was arrested on Friday night in connection with a land scam involving an elderly woman. The arrest came after Prabha Bhattacharya, the victim, filed a formal complaint with the police.
Rajiv Ranjan Pandey Arrested in New India Cooperative Bank Scam
In a significant breakthrough in the ongoing New India Cooperative Bank Rs122 crore scam, the Economic Offences Wing (EOW) of the Mumbai Police has arrested Rajiv Ranjan Pandey, who was apprehended in Bokaro, Jharkhand. During his interrogation, Pandey admitted to investing Rs15 crore, which he received from the main accused, Hitesh Mehta and Unnathan Arunachalam, into various companies using Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) funds.
Santosh Kumar Pradhan and Rakesh Mukhi Arrested for Jewelry Shop Burglary
In a major breakthrough, Santosh Kumar Pradhan and Rakesh Mukhi were arrested for burglary after stealing approximately 0.5 kg of silver from a jewelry shop in CRP Square, Bhubaneswar, on the midnight of Sunday.
Four Arrested in Major Drug Bust in Chimpu, 4.497 kg of Cannabis Seized
In a significant crackdown on interstate drug trafficking, Chimpu Police have successfully seized 4.497 kg of cannabis (ganja) and arrested four individuals tied to a major drug network operating from Assam. The operation follows a prior successful dismantling of a heroin trafficking network, which resulted in the seizure of six heroin packets and the arrest of five individuals.
Two Arrested for Murder of Shivam Kumar in Meerut, Police Encounter Ensues
In a significant development, Rohit Kumar (27) and Mohd Shahzad (29) were arrested by Meerut Police on Tuesday for their involvement in the murder of Shivam Kumar, a 25-year-old fertiliser and seeds shop owner from Hapur. The police encounter, which took place during the arrest, left both suspects with bullet wounds to their legs.
Four Arrested for Extorting Rs11.5 Lakh Posing as IB Officers in Mumbai
In a bizarre extortion case, four men have been arrested by VP Road Police in Girgaon, Mumbai, for posing as Intelligence Bureau (IB) officers from Delhi and extorting Rs11.50 lakh from the owner of Balaji Gold Jewellery shop located in Byculla.
Samir Uddin Arrested in Bilasipara Drug and Arms Seizure
In a significant anti-crime operation, Bilasipara police raided Duachari village last night, leading to the seizure of live ammunition, narcotics, and other illegal items. Acting on intelligence, a special police team targeted the residence of Haider Ali, where they arrested Samir Uddin, a suspected drug trafficker.
Nixon and Sanoop Arrested for Forging Psychiatrist’s Prescription
In a significant bust, Nixon (31) and Sanoop (36) were arrested in Kerala for forging a psychiatrist’s prescription to illegally obtain and sell tablets used for treating mental health conditions. According to authorities, the duo used fake prescriptions and seals from a psychiatrist at a hospital in Paravur to acquire the drugs from multiple medical stores and then sell them illegally.
Two Arrested in Surat for Smuggling 1.33 kg Hybrid Ganja
In a significant operation, the Detection of Crime Branch (DCB) seized 1.33 kg of hybrid ganja worth Rs 40 lakh during a late-night raid in Surat’s Sachin area. Acting on a tip-off, the DCB team intercepted two individuals attempting to smuggle the high-quality contraband into the city as part of an international drug trafficking operation.
Delhi Men and Raviwar Peth Resident Arrested for Rs 2.3 Crore Online Insurance Scam
On Friday, three individuals were arrested in connection with an online insurance scam that defrauded a retired bank manager from Talegaon Dabhade of Rs 2.3 crore. The accused, Bhupendar Jena and Laxman Singh from Delhi, and Laxmankumar Prajapati from Raviwar Peth, were arrested after a complaint was filed with the Cyber Police in Pimpri Chinchwad.
Three Arrested in Murder of Businessman Biju Joseph in Idukki
In a major breakthrough in the murder case of 50-year-old businessman Biju Joseph, police have arrested two more individuals. Joseph, who had been missing since Thursday morning, was later found dead in a manhole inside a catering godown in Kalayanthani. The police confirmed the arrest on Sunday.
Vedpal Arrested for Killing Father Ishwar Over Alleged Affair
A man from Baghpat, Uttar Pradesh, was arrested and jailed for allegedly murdering his father with a sharp weapon and disposing of the body in a nearby forest, police reported on Sunday.
Mauaima Police Busts Inter-District Gang of Thieves Stealing Pumping Sets
Mauaima police announced the dismantling of an inter-district gang involved in stealing water pumping sets installed in fields across the trans-Ganga and trans-Yamuna regions. The gang members were arrested on Sunday near Mahrauda crossing while attempting to sell stolen parts.
Punjab Police Bust Narco-Terror Module, Arrest Four in Amritsar
In a significant victory against drug trafficking, Punjab Police’s Counter Intelligence (CI) in Amritsar dismantled a narco-terror module with the arrest of four individuals and the recovery of four kilograms of heroin, said Director General of Police (DGP) Gaurav Yadav on Sunday.
Azamgarh Police Bust Cyber Fraud Gang, Arrest Seven Members
Azamgarh police have successfully busted an organized cyber fraud gang that was operating under the guise of an online game called Cricket Buzz. Seven members of the gang have been arrested, and authorities have uncovered fraudulent transactions amounting to approximately Rs 95 crore across 208 bank accounts. Additionally, Rs 1 crore has been frozen, and police have seized items worth Rs 15 lakh, including Rs 20,000 in cash, 51 mobile phones, four laptops, 42 ATM cards, 13 bank passbooks, 79 SIM cards, four cheque books, and one fiber router.
Punjab Police Arrest Three Babbar Khalsa Operatives Linked to Rinda
On Saturday, Punjab Police arrested three more operatives of the Pakistan-based Babbar Khalsa International (BKI) terrorist organization, which is allegedly backed by Pakistan’s ISI. These arrests are linked to the Nanded murder case, with the accused having strong ties to terrorist mastermind Harvinder Singh alias Rinda, based in Pakistan.
Man Arrested for Impersonating DSP and Deceiving People in Bhubaneswar
In a shocking case of identity fraud, a man was arrested for impersonating a Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) in Bhubaneswar on Monday. The accused, identified as Manas Ranjan Senapati from Basudevpur, Bhadrak, had been deceiving people by posing as a high-ranking police officer. He used a fake police uniform and forged ID card to carry out his fraudulent activities.
Nigerian National Arrested in Odisha for Blackmail, Extortion
In a significant breakthrough, the Commissionerate Police in Cuttack, Odisha, have arrested a 31-year-old Nigerian national, Djedje Raymond, also known by his alias Chijioke John Okoye, on serious charges of blackmail and extortion. His arrest came after a woman’s tragic suicide, which raised suspicions and led to investigations that pointed to Raymond’s involvement.
Malayalam Makeup Artist Renjith Gopinath Arrested for Cannabis
Renjith Gopinath, a well-known makeup artist in the Malayalam film industry, was arrested on charges of possessing hybrid cannabis. The arrest took place on Sunday morning during a special vehicle check at Moolamattom in Kerala.
Kerala Police Arrest Drug Syndicate Kingpin Alan Philip from Bengaluru
In a significant development in Kerala’s ongoing fight against drug trafficking, police arrested Alan Philip, a suspected kingpin of a drug syndicate, during an operation under Operation D-Hunt. The 25-year-old, from Pathanamthitta but residing in Bengaluru, was apprehended by the Chirayinkeezhu Police.
Yasir Arrested for Murder of Wife in Kozhikode, Kerala
In a tragic incident, Kerala police arrested 25-year-old Yasir on March 19 for allegedly hacking his wife, Shibila, to death at Engapuzha in Kozhikode district on March 18. Yasir, who is reportedly a synthetic drug addict, fled the scene after the brutal attack around 7 p.m. He was arrested later at the Kozhikode Medical College premises.
Indore Police Arrest Drug Trafficker Ajay Panwar, Seize 5.297 kg Cannabis
In a significant operation, the Indore Crime Branch arrested Ajay Panwar, a 25-year-old resident of Indore, on Sunday after seizing 5.297 kg of cannabis. The total value of the drugs was estimated at Rs 1 lakh.
Chennai Police Arrest Methamphetamine Dealers, Seize Drugs Worth Lakhs
In an ongoing crackdown on drug trafficking, the Anti-Narcotics Intelligence Unit (ANIU) of Chennai police arrested two individuals from Kerala and Andhra Pradesh in connection with methamphetamine seizures made earlier this month within the Anna Salai and Nungambakkam police limits.
Coimbatore Police Bust Synthetic Drug Racket, Arrest Nine Peddlers
The Coimbatore city police have successfully busted a synthetic drug racket and arrested nine drug peddlers. The police seized a substantial quantity of 69 grams of methamphetamine, 20 LSD stamps, two cars, a motorcycle, and nine mobile phones during the operation.
Pune Police Arrest Five Members of ‘Barkya Toli’ Gang for Vehicle Thefts
Pune city police have successfully apprehended five members of the notorious ‘Barkya Toli’ gang, which is allegedly involved in multiple vehicle thefts across the city. Among the arrested, one is a 17-year-old minor, while the others are:
