Delhi Police have dismantled a sophisticated cyber fraud network that allegedly used 37 mule bank accounts to siphon off Rs 7.36 crore from 99 complaints nationwide. Six individuals, including two bank branch managers and four sales staff, have been arrested for their alleged involvement in opening accounts with forged documents and converting illicit funds into cryptocurrency.
An Indian defence engineering company, Paras Defence and Space Technologies, has partnered with US-based BroadPak Corporation to accelerate the development of advanced semiconductor packaging capabilities in India. This collaboration aims to establish a facility for heterogeneous integration and 3D packaging, focusing on critical technologies for AI, high-performance computing, and defence applications.
Police in Maharashtra's Thane district have registered a case of cheating against multiple individuals for allegedly orchestrating a multi-crore fraud by illegally selling flats and shops in a residential project using forged builder agreements. The Mumbra police booked the accused for fraud amounting to Rs 13.57 crore under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS).
Rohan Patil and Mayank Agarwal scored contrasting half-centuries, building a crucial 129-run partnership, after Karnataka's bowlers dismantled Assam's batting line-up, giving their team a commanding lead on day one of their Ranji Trophy Elite Group B match.
The Ahmedabad Cyber Crime Branch has arrested two men from Rajasthan for allegedly defrauding people of Rs 8 lakh by selling fake garba event passes during Navratri. The accused used Instagram, forged email IDs, WhatsApp, and AI tools like ChatGPT to create authentic-looking tickets and promotional material, targeting around 40,000 people. They sold 686 bogus passes for various high-end events before being apprehended based on a complaint from a garba organiser.
Uttar Pradesh Police successfully rescued 453 Nepalese citizens from an international fraud syndicate operating in Kushinagar. The syndicate lured victims with false promises of jobs, higher education, and lucrative earnings. Ten members of the gang were arrested, and the Nepalese Embassy in New Delhi expressed its appreciation for the UP Police's swift action.
Uttar Pradesh Chief Electoral Officer Navdeep Rinwa has responded to allegations of caste bias regarding erroneous voter slips, stating that computers and software are not inherently casteist. The controversy arose after an AAP MP highlighted a voter slip where "Ramhit Yadav" was translated to "Ram ne Yadav ko Maara." Rinwa explained that the software, designed for transliteration, sometimes incorrectly translated names, causing these errors. Authorities are investigating the issue and taking steps to prevent recurrence, while also cautioning against the circulation of forged voter slips.
Ayush Doseja and Sumit Mathur's resilient 144-run partnership for the sixth wicket helped Delhi secure a crucial 33-run first innings lead against Services in their Ranji Trophy Elite Group C match. Doseja scored 78 and Mathur remained unbeaten on 80, steering Delhi to 299 for 6 after Services were bowled out for 266. Other Ranji Trophy matches saw Jharkhand's Aditya Singh and Anukul Roy build a strong partnership, and Urvil Patel score a double century for Gujarat.
India's first woman Senior World Wrestling Championships gold medallist, Manisha Bhanwala, attributes her mental toughness and success to the rigorous schedule and international exposure gained from the Pro Wrestling League (PWL). She highlights how PWL's back-to-back bouts and shared training with global stars prepared her for high-pressure situations, especially after her Asian Games disappointment. Manisha also looks forward to PWL Season 6 for Olympic qualification practice and believes the league helps popularise wrestling's technical aspects.
Shadab Khan's unbeaten 113 and an unbroken 89-run last-wicket stand with Haris Rauf powered Pakistan to a thrilling one-wicket victory over England despite Ben Duckett's century.
The Kerala Crime Branch has arrested Raveendran Nair, former caretaker of Jayamadhavan Nair, for his murder nine years ago. The investigation, initially treated as an unnatural death, gained momentum through forensic evidence, contradictory statements, and a forged will, leading to the unravelling of a property dispute motive.
Following significant midterm election losses, US Vice President J D Vance is reportedly forming a new political alliance targeting disaffected Trump supporters for the 2028 presidential election, while President Donald Trump is considering whether to retain Pete Hegseth as Secretary of War amid scrutiny over the Iran conflict.
The Supreme Court has ruled that banks must compensate victims of digital fraud, especially in cases like "digital arrests," if the fraud results from the financial institution's failure in due diligence. The court is examining RBI's proposed KYC amendments and stressed the need for a regulatory framework that includes victim compensation and preventive measures. It also highlighted the issue of mule accounts and the need for banks to alert police about suspicious transactions.
Delhi Police have dismantled a cyber-fraud network that operated from a moving SUV to avoid detection, arresting three individuals. The fraudsters allegedly cheated a victim of Rs 65,000 by posing as insurance refund processors and used mule bank accounts. The operation involved sophisticated methods to evade law enforcement.
Delhi captain Ayush Badoni scored an unbeaten 210, his second consecutive double century in first-class cricket, against Jharkhand in the Ranji Trophy. This achievement places him alongside Virat Kohli and Gautam Gambhir in an elite list of batters. Badoni's monumental innings, alongside Sumit Mathur's 150 not out, helped Delhi declare at 515, putting them in a strong position.
The Supreme Court has expressed shock and concern over the increasing number of digital arrest scams, questioning why educated individuals continue to fall victim despite public awareness. The court highlighted a case where a woman lost Rs 2.5 crore and suggested that banks should act as a protective umbrella for customers. It is considering directing banks to compensate victims and face prosecution if fraud occurs due to their negligence, noting that digital arrests have already reduced by 50 per cent after its intervention.
Former Shimla SSP and DIG Sanjeev Kumar Gandhi has been booked in another FIR for allegedly misusing Rs 14.07 lakh designated for police constables' residences to renovate his own official residence. This follows an audit report revealing irregularities in Rs 1.28 crore meant for maintenance. He was also previously booked on Thursday for misappropriating Rs 2.35 lakh.
Senior BJP leader R Ashoka has accused the Karnataka Congress government of a Rs 14.95 crore fraud in the Dr B R Ambedkar Development Corporation, following a previous alleged scam in the Maharshi Valmiki Scheduled Tribes Development Corporation. Ashoka cited an ED press release detailing the siphoning of funds through fake accounts and forged documents, demanding accountability from the Congress leadership.
New Zealand pacer Adam Milne's impressive four-wicket haul for just 19 runs helped restrict India to a below-par total of 191 for eight in the fifth and final T20I, despite well-paced fifties from Shreyas Iyer and Ishan Kishan.
India defeated New Zealand by four wickets in the second T20I at Hagley Oval, marking their 200th victory in men's T20 Internationals. Tilak Varma and Nitish Kumar Reddy's unbeaten 69-run partnership secured the win, giving India a 2-0 series lead.
Police in Bengaluru have registered a case against two Booth Level Agents (BLAs) and others for allegedly submitting fraudulent Form 7 applications to delete 5,698 voters from the electoral rolls in the Jayanagar Assembly constituency. The complaint, filed by Karnataka Mahila Congress president Sowmya Reddy, claims the BLAs are affiliated with the BJP and targeted minority communities and politically unfavourable voters.
Harmanpreet Kaur smashed a scintillating 126, while all-rounder Deepti Sharma struck an unbeaten 106 as India thrashed Zimbabwe by 121 runs in the second women's ODI in Vadodara.
A 36-year-old man has been arrested in Mumbai for allegedly submitting a fake Police Clearance Certificate to renew a firearm licence.
Karmayogi Bharat and OpenAI have signed an MoU to enhance AI capacity development across India's civil services. This partnership aims to equip government personnel with AI skills through the iGOT Karmayogi platform, fostering confident and responsible AI use for improved public outcomes and a future-ready civil service under Mission Karmayogi.
AB de Villiers recently discussed his initial impressions of Virat Kohli during a podcast, admitting he found Kohli "arrogant and cocky" early in his career. De Villiers clarified that this perception stemmed from Kohli's high level of confidence as a young player, which he believes is essential for success. He also noted how Kohli's attitude matured over the years as he became more balanced.
South Africa crushed Australia by an innings and 31 runs in Gqeberha to level the series 1-1, with Bavuma's 179 and Rabada's four wickets proving decisive.
The Supreme Court has mandated that banks must be held accountable for losses incurred by digital fraud victims, ensuring compensation of at least the amount lost if the fraud stems from the financial institution's lack of due diligence. The court emphasised that the proposed RBI regulatory framework must include enforceable provisions for compensation, preventive measures, and institutional accountability, moving beyond mere advisories. The CJI stressed the need for banks to use technology like AI to prevent fraud by monitoring unusual transactions and called for stronger accountability clauses against non-compliant banks.
The Supreme Court has granted bail to Sandip Ghosh, former principal of RG Kar Medical College Hospital, who was accused of financial irregularities and manipulating merit scores. The decision was based on his two-year incarceration and the slow progress of the trial, with only 7 out of 147 witnesses examined so far.
Rajasthan Police arrested Wasim Hussain in Gurugram for his alleged role in a cyber fraud case. A Jaipur resident was swindled out of Rs 22 lakh after fraudsters, posing as an American citizen, promised a job abroad for his son and demanded various clearance fees. Hussain allegedly provided mule bank accounts used to receive part of the defrauded amount.
On Day Three of the Ranji Trophy Elite Group D clash, Sarfaraz Khan scored 154 for Mumbai against Himachal Pradesh, who are trailing by 244 runs. In another match, R Sai Kishore took a hat-trick, leading Tamil Nadu to an innings victory over Uttarakhand. Railways are also in action against Rajasthan, while Haryana secured a dominant win.
A special MPID court in Mumbai has framed charges against developer Vijay Machhindar, his wife, and their company Ornate Spaces Pvt Ltd for allegedly cheating homebuyers and investors of Rs 28 crore. The charges relate to failing to deliver flats in an Oshiwara residential project and not returning the invested money, leading to a trial under IPC, MPID, and MOFA provisions.
A crucial 69-run partnership between Tilak Varma (51* off 26) and Nitish Kumar Reddy (26 off 13) propelled India to a thrilling four-run victory over New Zealand in the second T20I, securing a 2-0 lead in the five-match series.
Seventeen prisoners in Mizoram were allegedly fraudulently released from jail using forged court documents and fake release orders. Police have arrested two people in connection with the racket.
Hyderabad cybercrime police have arrested two individuals involved in a 'digital arrest fraud' case where an elderly man was duped of Rs 29.17 lakh. The accused facilitated mule bank accounts and cryptocurrency transactions to conceal the money trail for an absconding third accused. The victim was threatened with arrest by fraudsters impersonating officials from Delhi Police, CBI, and ED.
Chinese President Xi Jinping began his second state visit to the US, meeting President Donald Trump at the White House. Both leaders expressed a desire for a better future for their nations, with Xi emphasising cooperation over confrontation and the avoidance of the "Thucydides Trap." Discussions also touched upon artificial intelligence governance and the extension of a trade truce. The visit was notably marked by a media boycott of White House coverage due to a dispute over press access.
HCLTech has announced a global partnership with Anthropic to establish a dedicated business unit focused on developing agentic AI solutions for enterprise clients using Anthropic's Claude. The collaboration aims to help businesses adopt AI systems that operate with minimal human intervention, prioritising safety, cybersecurity, and governance. HCLSoftware will also integrate Claude into its enterprise products.
Tata Projects has forged a strategic partnership with Canada-based MDS Aero Support Corporation to develop advanced aero-engine testing infrastructure in India. This collaboration combines Tata Projects' infrastructure capabilities with MDS Aero Support's global expertise in gas turbine engine testing, aiming to support India's rapidly growing aerospace and propulsion ecosystem.
A dozen companies, including major players like Jio Platforms and Zetwerk Manufacturing Business, are poised to launch Initial Public Offerings (IPOs) in October, continuing India's strong fundraising momentum in the primary market. These offerings span diverse sectors, reflecting sustained investor interest in businesses with robust growth prospects.
The Sports Authority of India (SAI) and Indian Oil Corporation have signed an MoU for Rs 40 crore over two years to bolster boxing in India. This partnership, leveraging CSR funds and SAI's expertise, aims to enhance talent identification, athlete development, coaching, and international exposure for boxers, aligning with the revamped Khelo India Scheme.
Police in Ghazipur, Uttar Pradesh, have arrested a father-son duo and an associate for allegedly running an elaborate job scam. They defrauded job seekers of lakhs of rupees by promising overseas employment using fake visas, flight tickets, and other forged documents. The accused operated a cyber centre and used online advertisements to lure victims, collecting money in instalments before providing fraudulent paperwork.
