This election is different. It is no longer simply about governance or welfare. It is about identity, fear, and who belongs. The BJP has successfully shifted the terms of the debate from what the government has delivered to who the real Bengali is and who is an outsider, points out Ramesh Menon.
A yoga teacher from Surat and six others have been arrested in Ahmedabad for circulating fake Indian currency notes (FICN). Police estimate they may have circulated Rs 10 to 12 lakh in counterfeit money.
Indian authorities have dismantled a terror module with suspected links to ISIS and other extremist organisations, allegedly involved in radicalising youth across multiple states.
The SIT investigating self-styled godman Ashok Kharat, who faces multiple rape accusations, has made significant breakthroughs.
The Maharashtra Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) is investigating a bogus religious trust in Beed that received funds from a controversial international organisation, Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis announced.
A Goa court has granted bail to Ajay Gupta, one of the owners of the 'Birch by Romeo Lane' nightclub, where a fire resulted in 25 fatalities last December. The court cited a lack of direct evidence against Gupta in the police chargesheet.
A 17-year-old boy died and another was injured after being stabbed during a dispute over food arrangements at a wedding in outer Delhi's Rani Bagh area. Police have apprehended the main suspect and recovered the weapon.
The Election Commission has requested a detailed report from Kolkata Police regarding the alleged attack on Trinamool Congress leader Shashi Panja's residence before a rally by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The initial police report was deemed incomplete, prompting the EC to seek further clarity on the incident, police response, and utilisation of central forces.
Patna Police arrested a major narcotics supplier and seized drugs worth approximately 7.5 crore during a raid in the Khagaul area. The operation uncovered heroin and brown sugar, along with evidence suggesting the suspect amassed significant wealth through illegal drug trade.
The Punjab BJP held a state-level protest against the AAP government, demanding a CBI probe into the suicide of a warehousing corporation official who allegedly faced harassment from a state minister.
A court in Thane district granted bail to CoinDCX co-founders Sumit Gupta and Neeraj Khandelwal in an alleged Rs 71.60 lakh cheating case, citing a lack of prima facie evidence against them. The case involves allegations of impersonation and misuse of the CoinDCX brand by fraudsters.
Indian authorities have dismantled a terror module with suspected links to ISIS and other extremist organisations, allegedly involved in radicalising youth across multiple states.
Opposition parties in Punjab have announced a joint protest at Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann's residence, demanding the arrest of former minister Laljit Singh Bhullar following the suicide of a state warehousing corporation official. The move follows allegations of harassment and demands for a CBI investigation into the circumstances surrounding the death.
The Delhi Police is facing significant staffing shortages, with a considerable number of posts vacant at various levels, potentially impacting law enforcement and public safety.
Statues of freedom fighters demolished in Shahjahanpur district, Uttar Pradesh, have been reinstalled within 24 hours following the Chief Minister's orders, prompting calls for a thorough investigation into the incident.
Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan expresses confidence in the Left Democratic Front's (LDF) prospects in the upcoming Kerala elections, predicting a stronger mandate and criticising the Congress and BJP.
Delhi Police have arrested a Nigerian national for allegedly defrauding a Rohini resident of Rs 65,700 through an online scam involving a fake foreign traveller persona.
Security agencies in India are investigating a potential conspiracy involving arrested foreigners, including a US mercenary, who allegedly aimed to exploit Indian ethnic groups to undermine national security. The investigation involves data extraction from mobile phones and scrutiny of social media accounts to uncover the full extent of the plot and identify all involved parties.
The Chhattisgarh Anti-Corruption Bureau/Economic Offences Wing (ACB/EOW) has filed a chargesheet against an SBI manager accused of embezzling over Rs 2.78 crore through fraudulent transactions.
Congress leader Shashi Tharoor discusses India's role in the US-Iran peace talks taking place in Islamabad, emphasising the importance of peace over competition with Pakistan and highlighting India's regional interests.
Kanpur police have uncovered a GST fraud racket where suspects used unsuspecting individuals' documents to create fake firms and route transactions worth nearly Rs 250 crore.
The Supreme Court has ordered a 'fair, dispassionate, transparent, and time-bound' investigation by the CBI and ED into the Anil Dhirubhai Ambani Group, addressing concerns over alleged large-scale banking fraud and demanding accountability.
Dungarpur Police have arrested three individuals involved in an organized gang allegedly siphoning money from life insurance policies using forged documents, with the fraud involving approximately Rs 58 lakh.
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.
A Varanasi court has remanded 14 people to judicial custody after they allegedly held an Iftar party and consumed chicken biryani on a boat in the Ganga river, sparking outrage and accusations of hurting religious sentiments.
Punjab Police have arrested three members of a cyber fraud gang who used voice-changing software and fake social media profiles to extort money from women by threatening to circulate AI-generated objectionable videos.
Kanpur Police solved a robbery case leading to the discovery of a large hawala network. Six people were arrested, and investigations are ongoing to uncover the full extent of the illegal financial activities.
The Supreme Court has quashed the FIR against Elvish Yadav, who was arrested for allegedly using snake venom at a rave party in Noida. Yadav expresses relief and questions who will compensate for the harassment he and his family faced.
A Delhi court has granted the National Investigation Agency (NIA) 11-day custody of several foreign nationals accused of training Myanmar-based Ethnic Armed Groups (EAGs) known to support insurgent groups in India.
A Delhi court has dismissed the bail plea of an alleged kingpin in an over Rs 8.94 crore bank fraud case, citing the gravity of the offence and its systematic execution through layered transactions.
After more than four decades, Chhattisgarh's Bastar region has been declared free of Left-Wing Extremism (LWE), marking the end of the armed Maoist rebellion in the area. The decline is attributed to sustained security operations, improved governance, and socio-economic development initiatives.
A woman sustained minor injuries after a daylight gold chain snatching attempt in Delhi's CR Park. CCTV footage shows the attackers trailing and assaulting the victim.
A retired Army brigadier was killed in Dehradun after being caught in a crossfire between occupants of two cars following a road rage incident.
Rajasthan Police have initiated proceedings to attach properties worth approximately Rs 35 crore linked to an online betting racket in Karauli district, as part of 'Operation Shikanja'.
Rapper Badshah is under investigation regarding alleged objectionable content in his music video 'Tateeree'. The Punjab and Haryana High Court was informed that Badshah joined the investigation in Panchkula and that the Look Out Circular issued against him has been withdrawn.
The CBI has conducted searches across multiple states in connection with a large-scale online financial fraud involving the overseas fintech platform 'Pyypl'.
The fast-track Sessions Court established for the Zubeen Garg death case has commenced its first hearing, with submissions made on behalf of one of the accused. The court is expediting proceedings to deliver justice in the case.
Even the great Kohli could only watch in pure admiration as Devedutt Padikkal set the stage on fire to power RCB to an emphatic victory.
A blast at an explosives factory in Nagpur, India, resulted in 19 deaths. A state minister suspects negligence and announces compensation for the victims' families. An investigation is underway to determine accountability.
The Uttar Pradesh STF has arrested a man in connection with a Goods and Services Tax (GST) fraud estimated at Rs 15,000 crore. The accused allegedly used fraudulently obtained GST registrations to create fake firms and generate bogus invoices.
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