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Haryana Bank Official Arrested in 150 Crore Panchkula Municipal Funds Scam

Haryana Bank Official Arrested in 150 Crore Panchkula Municipal Funds Scam

Rediff.com8 Apr 2026

A private bank official has been arrested in Haryana in connection with a 150 crore discrepancy in the accounts of Panchkula Municipal Corporation.

DDCA Employees Face Questioning In IPL Ticket Black-Marketing Probe

DDCA Employees Face Questioning In IPL Ticket Black-Marketing Probe

Rediff.com13 May 2026

Delhi Police have issued notices to two employees of the Delhi and District Cricket Association as part of an ongoing investigation into an IPL ticket black-marketing racket.

Mizoram: Forged Documents Used To Free Prisoners

Mizoram: Forged Documents Used To Free Prisoners

Rediff.com9 May 2026

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.

Police Investigate Alleged Congress Ticket Scam in Delhi

Police Investigate Alleged Congress Ticket Scam in Delhi

Rediff.com27 Mar 2026

Delhi Police have registered an FIR concerning allegations of a 'ticket-for-money' scheme involving individuals connected to the Congress party, following a complaint by a Haryana-based man who claims he was asked to pay substantial amounts to secure an election ticket for his wife.

Haryana Government Approves CBI Probe Into Bank Fraud Case

Haryana Government Approves CBI Probe Into Bank Fraud Case

Rediff.com16 May 2026

The Haryana government has authorised the CBI to investigate the alleged involvement of five IAS officers in a Rs 590-crore fraud case involving IDFC First Bank. The CBI can now summon the officers for questioning.

Directors of Agri-Tourism Firm Arrested for Rs 100 Crore Investment Scam in Kerala

Directors of Agri-Tourism Firm Arrested for Rs 100 Crore Investment Scam in Kerala

Rediff.com15 Mar 2026

Police in Kochi have arrested three directors of an agri-tourism firm accused of defrauding hundreds of investors of over Rs 100 crore through a fake investment scheme.

SC quashes caste-based violence charges against VYAPAM scam whistleblower

SC quashes caste-based violence charges against VYAPAM scam whistleblower

Rediff.com10 Feb 2026

The Supreme Court has quashed charges of caste-based violence against Anand Rai, a whistleblower in the Madhya Pradesh VYAPAM examination scam, overturning a high court order.

Maha to cooperate in NEET paper leak probe: Fadnavis

Maha to cooperate in NEET paper leak probe: Fadnavis

Rediff.com14 May 2026

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has assured full cooperation in the CBI probe into the NEET paper leak case, following the arrest of a suspect from Nashik. The NEET (UG) 2024 exam was cancelled amid allegations of irregularities, leaving over 22 lakh medical aspirants anxious.

Kerala Police Launch 'Operation Toofan' To Combat Narcotics

Kerala Police Launch 'Operation Toofan' To Combat Narcotics

Rediff.com23 May 2026

Kerala's Home Minister announces 'Operation Toofan: The Narco Hunt', a comprehensive anti-narcotics campaign targeting drug syndicates, especially those operating near educational institutions, and outlines reforms to improve police functioning and public accessibility.

Kerala Police Launch 'Operation Toofan' To Combat Narcotics

Kerala Police Launch 'Operation Toofan' To Combat Narcotics

Rediff.com23 May 2026

Kerala's Home Minister announces 'Operation Toofan: The Narco Hunt', a statewide campaign to crack down on drug syndicates, focusing on eliminating drug distribution networks, especially around educational institutions, and improving police functioning across the state.

Jharkhand Court Rejects Bail For Suspended IAS Officer

Jharkhand Court Rejects Bail For Suspended IAS Officer

Rediff.com28 Apr 2026

The Jharkhand High Court has rejected a bail application filed by suspended IAS officer Vinay Choubey in a case registered by the anti-corruption bureau, involving the illegal sale of land and manipulation of records during his tenure as deputy commissioner in Hazaribagh.

Rampur Man Arrested in Wife, Son Murder Case for Insurance Scam

Rampur Man Arrested in Wife, Son Murder Case for Insurance Scam

Rediff.com7 Apr 2026

A man in Rampur, India, has been arrested along with two associates for allegedly murdering his wife, a police constable, and their three-year-old son to fraudulently claim insurance money and other benefits.

Cyber Fraudster Nabbed for Rs 6 Lakh KYC Scam in Delhi

Cyber Fraudster Nabbed for Rs 6 Lakh KYC Scam in Delhi

Rediff.com27 Feb 2026

Delhi Police arrested a 30-year-old cyber fraudster from Jharkhand for allegedly duping a Delhi resident of Rs 6 lakh under the guise of KYC verification. The accused, Bimal Rabidas, confessed to the crime and was found to be involved in similar cases across multiple states.

West Bengal Government Approves CBI Action In Corruption Cases

West Bengal Government Approves CBI Action In Corruption Cases

Rediff.com13 May 2026

The West Bengal government has granted the CBI sanction to proceed against officials accused in corruption cases linked to recruitments in schools and civic bodies.

Massive Fake Degree Racket Uncovered In Kanpur

Massive Fake Degree Racket Uncovered In Kanpur

Rediff.com18 May 2026

Kanpur police have exposed a large-scale fake degree racket, arresting two individuals allegedly involved in supplying forged educational documents across multiple states. The operation uncovered fake marksheets, migration certificates, and degrees from various universities, raising concerns about the integrity of academic credentials and potential implications for employment and admissions.

Kanpur Police Bust Cyber Fraud Syndicate, Arrest Eight

Kanpur Police Bust Cyber Fraud Syndicate, Arrest Eight

Rediff.com30 Apr 2026

Kanpur Police have dismantled a sophisticated cyber fraud syndicate, arresting eight individuals, including five bank officials, for facilitating mule accounts and hawala transactions worth Rs 125 crore.

NEET paper leak: College promises action against arrested lecturer

NEET paper leak: College promises action against arrested lecturer

Rediff.com16 May 2026

A Pune-based college has announced disciplinary action against a biology lecturer arrested by the CBI for her alleged involvement in the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak case. The lecturer, part of the NTA's paper-setting committee, is accused of leaking questions to students for a fee.

Nigerian Cyber Fraudster Busted For Posing As US, UK Citizens

Nigerian Cyber Fraudster Busted For Posing As US, UK Citizens

Rediff.com16 May 2026

A Nigerian national was arrested in Delhi by the Uttar Pradesh STF for allegedly creating fake profiles of US and UK citizens on social media and cheating victims on the pretext of sending expensive gifts and foreign currency.

Bengal Minister Promises Action Against Food Department Corruption

Bengal Minister Promises Action Against Food Department Corruption

Rediff.com12 May 2026

West Bengal Food and Supplies Minister Ashok Kirtania has warned of strict action against corruption in the department, echoing Prime Minister Narendra Modi's slogan 'Na khaunga, na khane dunga'. He promised to act against those involved in irregularities during the previous regime, particularly concerning the public distribution system and ration distribution.

Delhi Men Arrested Over Fake Online Trading Scheme

Delhi Men Arrested Over Fake Online Trading Scheme

Rediff.com20 Apr 2026

Two men have been arrested in Delhi for allegedly defrauding a resident of Rs 2 lakh through a fake online trading scheme.

No cash, crypto payments to Iran for Hormuz passage: India

No cash, crypto payments to Iran for Hormuz passage: India

Rediff.com22 Apr 2026

India has denied making any payments to Iran to secure safe passage for its vessels through the Strait of Hormuz, following reports that Indian vessels were fired upon in the region.

Financial Crimes Decline Due To Agency Action: ED

Financial Crimes Decline Due To Agency Action: ED

Rediff.com1 May 2026

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) reports a decline in traditional financial crimes due to sustained investigative actions and government initiatives, while highlighting emerging challenges like cryptocurrency fraud and terror financing.

International Crypto Network With Terror Links Busted In Gujarat

International Crypto Network With Terror Links Busted In Gujarat

Rediff.com19 May 2026

The Gujarat CID Crime has dismantled an international cryptocurrency network worth Rs 226 crore, revealing links to a front organisation of the terror group Hamas. Nine individuals have been arrested in connection with the syndicate, which is implicated in cyber fraud, narcotics, and terror funding.

Gurugram doctor under scanner in NEET-UG paper leak probe

Gurugram doctor under scanner in NEET-UG paper leak probe

Rediff.com13 May 2026

Police sources indicate a physical copy of the NEET-UG paper was allegedly leaked from a Nashik printing press and brought to a doctor in Gurugram, prompting an investigation. The NEET (UG) 2026 exam was cancelled amid paper leak allegations, triggering nationwide outrage.

Nationwide Cyber Fraud Network Busted; 38 Arrested In Rajasthan

Nationwide Cyber Fraud Network Busted; 38 Arrested In Rajasthan

Rediff.com22 Apr 2026

Police in Rajasthan have arrested 38 individuals involved in a nationwide cyber fraud network, unearthing scams worth over Rs 10 crore under 'Operation Mule Hunt'. The accused operated from various locations, including Dubai, and lured victims through investment, trading, and escort service schemes.

Kerala Police Warns Of New Mattress Cyber Fraud

Kerala Police Warns Of New Mattress Cyber Fraud

Rediff.com9 May 2026

Kerala Police have issued a warning about a new form of cyber fraud targeting people buying mattresses online. Fraudsters pose as fake customer care representatives of mattress companies and pressure customers into making immediate payments.

Gurugram Police Nab Director in Multi-Crore Loan Scam

Gurugram Police Nab Director in Multi-Crore Loan Scam

Rediff.com28 Mar 2026

Gurugram Police have arrested a director of a company accused of defrauding another company of crores of rupees through fraudulent loan practices. The director was apprehended in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, following a complaint filed last year.

Delhi Police Busts GST Fraud Cartel, Arrests Six

Delhi Police Busts GST Fraud Cartel, Arrests Six

Rediff.com16 May 2026

The Delhi Police's Economic Offences Wing (EOW) has dismantled a GST fraud cartel, arresting six individuals involved in swindling Rs 128 crore through shell companies and fake invoicing.

Pan-India Cyber Fraud Network Dismantled; 52 Arrested

Pan-India Cyber Fraud Network Dismantled; 52 Arrested

Rediff.com19 Apr 2026

Hyderabad Police have dismantled a pan-India cyber fraud network, arresting 52 individuals across nine states in 'Operation Octopus 2.0'. The operation targeted bank officials, mule account holders, and middlemen involved in facilitating cyber frauds.

Trio Arrested For Gas Cylinder APK File Fraud

Trio Arrested For Gas Cylinder APK File Fraud

Rediff.com22 Apr 2026

Mumbai Police have arrested three men from Jharkhand for creating and selling fraudulent APK files used to scam people, particularly during a recent shortage of LPG cylinders.

Two Arrested For Share Market Investment Fraud In Delhi

Two Arrested For Share Market Investment Fraud In Delhi

Rediff.com21 Apr 2026

Delhi Police have arrested two men from Gujarat for allegedly defrauding a Delhi resident of Rs 9.75 lakh under the guise of high-return share market investments.

Job Racket Busted: Mumbai Police Probe Fraudulent Government Job Promises

Job Racket Busted: Mumbai Police Probe Fraudulent Government Job Promises

Rediff.com13 Apr 2026

Mumbai Police have registered a case against 13 individuals accused of defrauding ten people of 1.54 crore by promising government jobs. The accused are currently at large, and the investigation is ongoing.

How Delhi Police Busted An Interstate Cyber Fraud Syndicate

How Delhi Police Busted An Interstate Cyber Fraud Syndicate

Rediff.com18 Apr 2026

Delhi Police have dismantled an interstate cyber fraud syndicate involved in an online investment scam, arresting four individuals. The accused allegedly defrauded victims by promising high returns on online trading platforms and coercing them into depositing more money.

Jharkhand Police Nab Prime Accused In Treasury Embezzlement Case

Jharkhand Police Nab Prime Accused In Treasury Embezzlement Case

Rediff.com29 Apr 2026

Jharkhand Police have arrested the prime accused in a fraudulent withdrawal case from the West Singhbhum treasury, along with three others. The accused manipulated departmental computer data for nearly nine years to divert government funds into their own accounts and those of associates.

TMC MP Alleges BJP Involvement In NEET Paper Leak

TMC MP Alleges BJP Involvement In NEET Paper Leak

Rediff.com13 May 2026

Trinamool Congress MP Kirti Azad has accused the BJP of being linked to the alleged NEET paper leak, claiming that individuals associated with the ruling party are involved in the scandal. He alleges the BJP is an 'expert in theft,' citing previous instances of 'vote theft' and 'job theft'.

ED Arrests I-PAC Co-founder in Money Laundering Probe

ED Arrests I-PAC Co-founder in Money Laundering Probe

Rediff.com14 Apr 2026

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has arrested I-PAC co-founder Vinesh Chandel in connection with a money laundering case linked to the coal scam probe in West Bengal, escalating tensions ahead of the state's Assembly elections.

Pune Doctor Duped of 12.31 Crore in Online Share Trading Fraud

Pune Doctor Duped of 12.31 Crore in Online Share Trading Fraud

Rediff.com8 Apr 2026

A 75-year-old doctor in Pune was defrauded of 12.31 crore in an online share trading scam after being coerced into making multiple investments by fraudsters.

Jharkhand Officials Arrested in Multi-Million Embezzlement Scheme

Jharkhand Officials Arrested in Multi-Million Embezzlement Scheme

Rediff.com9 Apr 2026

Three treasury employees in Hazaribag, Jharkhand, have been arrested for allegedly embezzling Rs 15.41 crore from government bank accounts over eight years, prompting criticism from the opposition BJP.

Subodh Agarwal in Police Custody Over Jal Jeevan Mission Corruption Allegations

Subodh Agarwal in Police Custody Over Jal Jeevan Mission Corruption Allegations

Rediff.com10 Apr 2026

A court in Jaipur has remanded former IAS officer Subodh Agarwal to three days of police custody in connection with the alleged multi-crore Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) scam. Agarwal denies surrendering and claims he is cooperating with the investigation.

Temple Trustee Arrested Over VIP Darshan Fraud at Trimbakeshwar

Temple Trustee Arrested Over VIP Darshan Fraud at Trimbakeshwar

Rediff.com14 Apr 2026

A trustee of the Trimbakeshwar Temple Trust has been arrested following allegations of a VIP darshan scam where devotees were charged extra for quick access without receipts.