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How Delhi Police Busted Interstate Cyber Fraud Syndicates

How Delhi Police Busted Interstate Cyber Fraud Syndicates

Rediff.com20 May 2026

Delhi Police dismantled multiple interstate cyber fraud syndicates in a month-long operation, arresting 35 and bringing 89 offenders to justice. The syndicates were involved in various scams, including digital arrest, investment fraud, and fake dating schemes, with transactions worth nearly Rs 40 crore.

Iran arrests 35 'Mossad-linked' suspects in security crackdown

Iran arrests 35 'Mossad-linked' suspects in security crackdown

Rediff.com15 Apr 2026

Iranian authorities have announced the arrest of 35 individuals on charges ranging from espionage to illegal trafficking, including alleged Mossad-linked suspects and affiliates of separatist organisations.

Why Bihar Police Is Facing Increased Attacks On Personnel

Why Bihar Police Is Facing Increased Attacks On Personnel

Rediff.com22 May 2026

Bihar Police have reported an increase in attacks on their personnel during an intensified crackdown on criminals. The police reject allegations of caste-based targeting and assert their commitment to law enforcement.

Doda Police Seizes Property Worth Rs 52 Lakh In Anti-Drug Drive

Doda Police Seizes Property Worth Rs 52 Lakh In Anti-Drug Drive

Rediff.com3 Jun 2026

Police in Doda district, Jammu and Kashmir, have attached a residential property valued at Rs 52 lakh under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act. The property was allegedly acquired using proceeds from illegal drug trafficking, as part of an ongoing crackdown on drug networks and their financial infrastructure.

Eight Arrested, Drugs Seized in Kashmir Anti-Narcotics Operation

Eight Arrested, Drugs Seized in Kashmir Anti-Narcotics Operation

Rediff.com11 Apr 2026

Police in Kashmir have arrested eight alleged drug peddlers and seized a significant quantity of narcotics in coordinated operations across multiple districts.

'Operation Prahar' Launched in Uttarakhand Following Retired Brigadier's Murder

'Operation Prahar' Launched in Uttarakhand Following Retired Brigadier's Murder

Rediff.com1 Apr 2026

In response to rising crime, including the recent murder of a retired brigadier, Uttarakhand has launched 'Operation Prahar' to enhance police presence, accountability, and curb illegal activities in Dehradun.

J&K Police Arrest Three Drug Peddlers, Seize Heroin

J&K Police Arrest Three Drug Peddlers, Seize Heroin

Rediff.com7 Jun 2026

Police in Jammu and Kashmir have arrested three alleged drug peddlers in Udhampur and Samba districts, recovering significant quantities of heroin. The arrests were made following suspicious activity and vehicle interception, with cases registered under the NDPS Act.

How Ghaziabad Police Are Cracking Down On Crime In Khoda

How Ghaziabad Police Are Cracking Down On Crime In Khoda

Rediff.com4 Jun 2026

Ghaziabad Police have intensified 'Operation Clean Sweep' in the Khoda area, conducting extensive verification drives, flag marches, and search operations to enhance law and order and curb criminal activities. The initiative, which includes identifying suspicious individuals and scrutinising history-sheeters, was prompted by the recent murder of a 17-year-old student, Surya Pratap Chauhan, and aims to improve public safety and communal harmony.

Srinagar Authorities Demolish Illegal Property Linked To Drug Peddler

Srinagar Authorities Demolish Illegal Property Linked To Drug Peddler

Rediff.com20 May 2026

Authorities in Srinagar demolished an illegal property worth Rupees 1.5 crore, allegedly linked to a wanted drug peddler, as part of an ongoing crackdown on drug trafficking.

How UP's Zero Tolerance Policy Cut Crime, Boosted Convictions

How UP's Zero Tolerance Policy Cut Crime, Boosted Convictions

Rediff.com1 Jun 2026

Uttar Pradesh's 'zero tolerance' policy against crime has resulted in a conviction rate of more than 93 per cent over the past year, according to the state's newly appointed DGP, Rajeev Krishna. Courts convicted 42,681 accused, and authorities seized properties worth nearly Rs 788.38 crore linked to criminal activities.

Delhi CM vows action against illegal buildings after Saket tragedy

Delhi CM vows action against illegal buildings after Saket tragedy

Rediff.com31 May 2026

Following a building collapse in Delhi's Saket area that resulted in six fatalities, Chief Minister Rekha Gupta has pledged stringent measures against unauthorised constructions and the officials responsible. She has ordered surveys of unsafe buildings and assured support for the affected families.

UP Police Busts Pakistani Sleeper Cell, Arrests Four

UP Police Busts Pakistani Sleeper Cell, Arrests Four

Rediff.com27 May 2026

The Uttar Pradesh Police dismantled a sleeper cell linked to Pakistani gangster Shahzad Bhatti, arresting four operatives in Saharanpur. The accused were involved in reconnaissance, radicalising youth, and planning subversive activities.

How Rajasthan Police Froze Rs 80 Lakh Assets Of Drug Trafficker

How Rajasthan Police Froze Rs 80 Lakh Assets Of Drug Trafficker

Rediff.com8 Jun 2026

Rajasthan Police in Pratapgarh has frozen assets worth approximately Rs 80 lakh belonging to an alleged drug trafficker, Asad Iqbal, under the SAFEMA and NDPS Act. The action, part of 'Operation Trinetra', followed a financial investigation into his illegal earnings from inter-state drug trafficking, after his arrest for opium possession.

23 Arrested In Bengaluru For Illegal IPL Betting

23 Arrested In Bengaluru For Illegal IPL Betting

Rediff.com27 May 2026

Bengaluru police have arrested 23 people in connection with illegal betting during the IPL T20 cricket tournament, seizing cash, mobile phones, and betting chips worth over Rs 13 crore.

J-K police intensifies crackdown on terror operatives, associates

J-K police intensifies crackdown on terror operatives, associates

Rediff.com9 Nov 2025

Jammu and Kashmir Police have intensified their crackdown on terror operatives and overground workers (OGWs) across the Jammu region, conducting extensive search operations in multiple districts.

UP Police Seize Cannabis, Arrest Three Alleged Traffickers

UP Police Seize Cannabis, Arrest Three Alleged Traffickers

Rediff.com28 May 2026

Police in Pratapgarh, Uttar Pradesh, seized over 221 kg of cannabis and arrested three alleged traffickers during an operation. The cannabis, concealed in a truck, is estimated to be worth over Rs 2.21 crore.

Jharkhand Cyber Crime Crackdown: 10 Arrested in Deoghar

Jharkhand Cyber Crime Crackdown: 10 Arrested in Deoghar

Rediff.com16 Apr 2026

Jharkhand police have arrested 10 cyber criminals in Deoghar district for defrauding people through fake online platforms and fraudulent cashback offers.

Property Of Hizbul Mujahideen Terrorist Attached In Baramulla

Property Of Hizbul Mujahideen Terrorist Attached In Baramulla

Rediff.com15 May 2026

Authorities in Jammu and Kashmir have attached the immovable property of a proclaimed offender from the Hizbul Mujahideen terror group operating across the Line of Control.

Latur Police Seize Illicit Liquor Worth Lakhs in Overnight Operation

Latur Police Seize Illicit Liquor Worth Lakhs in Overnight Operation

Rediff.com29 Mar 2026

Latur police conducted a 21-hour operation targeting illegal liquor operations, resulting in 74 cases and the seizure of illicit liquor worth Rs 4.19 lakh. The drive also led to arrests under the Arms Act and for drunk driving.

Bengaluru Police Nab 10 Suspects in Major Drug Crackdown

Bengaluru Police Nab 10 Suspects in Major Drug Crackdown

Rediff.com16 Apr 2026

Bengaluru police have arrested 10 individuals, including three foreign nationals, for allegedly selling prohibited narcotics in the city, seizing drugs worth crores.

Bengaluru Police Nab 10 Suspects in Major Drug Crackdown

Bengaluru Police Nab 10 Suspects in Major Drug Crackdown

Rediff.com16 Apr 2026

Bengaluru police have arrested 10 individuals, including three foreign nationals, for allegedly selling prohibited narcotics in the city, seizing drugs worth crores.

Post-fire, MCD cracks down on unauthorised shops in South Delhi

Post-fire, MCD cracks down on unauthorised shops in South Delhi

Rediff.com4 Jun 2026

The Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) is initiating a sealing drive against unauthorised commercial establishments in South Delhi. This action follows recent incidents, including a deadly fire in Malviya Nagar and a building collapse near Saket, which exposed widespread violations of building bye-laws and licence conditions.

Meerut Authorities Crack Down On Illegal Meat Shops

Meerut Authorities Crack Down On Illegal Meat Shops

Rediff.com5 May 2026

Authorities in Meerut conducted a joint operation targeting illegal meat shops, resulting in closures and notices issued for violating food safety norms.

How Hyderabad Police Busted A Ghost SIM Card Racket

How Hyderabad Police Busted A Ghost SIM Card Racket

Rediff.com20 May 2026

Hyderabad Police have apprehended 66 individuals linked to a nationwide 'ghost' SIM card network, connected to 76 cybercrime cases involving over Rs 101 crore.

Delhi Police's 'Operation Shastra' Leads to Multiple Arrests, Arms Seizure

Delhi Police's 'Operation Shastra' Leads to Multiple Arrests, Arms Seizure

Rediff.com12 Mar 2026

A 24-hour operation by the Delhi Police resulted in the arrest of 47 criminals and the seizure of illegal firearms and knives, aimed at curbing street crime and maintaining law and order in the northern districts.

Jammu And Kashmir Police Arrest 202 In Anti-Drug Drive

Jammu And Kashmir Police Arrest 202 In Anti-Drug Drive

Rediff.com2 Jun 2026

Jammu and Kashmir Police have registered 176 cases and arrested 202 individuals in the first 50 days of their anti-drug trafficking campaign. The operation has resulted in significant seizures of heroin, poppy straw, ganja, and opium, along with the freezing of assets and demolition of properties linked to drug-related activities.

Over 130 Foreign Nationals Arrested In Sri Lanka Cybercrime Bust

Over 130 Foreign Nationals Arrested In Sri Lanka Cybercrime Bust

Rediff.com3 May 2026

Sri Lankan police have arrested over 130 foreign nationals in a crackdown on alleged cybercrime operations across the island nation. The arrests, part of a wider effort to combat cross-border online fraud, took place in Colombo suburbs and involved individuals from various countries.

How Uttar Pradesh's Crime Policy Achieved 93% Conviction Rate

How Uttar Pradesh's Crime Policy Achieved 93% Conviction Rate

Rediff.com1 Jun 2026

Uttar Pradesh DGP Rajeev Krishna announced a conviction rate of over 93 per cent due to the state's 'zero tolerance' policy against crime. Authorities seized properties worth nearly Rs 788.38 crore linked to criminal activities.

J&K Authorities Demolish Illegal Drug Structures In Samba

J&K Authorities Demolish Illegal Drug Structures In Samba

Rediff.com17 May 2026

Authorities in Jammu and Kashmir's Samba district demolished 33 illegal structures used for drug-related activities, as part of the 'Nasha Mukt Jammu Kashmir Abhiyan'.

BJP Leader K Surendran Alleges Organised Networks Help Bangladeshi Nationals Obtain Fake IDs In Kerala

BJP Leader K Surendran Alleges Organised Networks Help Bangladeshi Nationals Obtain Fake IDs In Kerala

Rediff.com11 Jun 2026

BJP leader K Surendran has alleged that organised networks are helping Bangladeshi nationals obtain fake identity documents in Kerala, including Aadhaar and ration cards. He warned of a serious challenge if unchecked and called for urgent measures to distinguish genuine migrant workers from illegal infiltrators.

Uttarakhand Police Seize Illegal Firearms, Arrest Three in Joint Operation

Uttarakhand Police Seize Illegal Firearms, Arrest Three in Joint Operation

Rediff.com13 Mar 2026

A joint operation by the Uttarakhand Special Task Force (STF) and local police in Rudrapur led to the arrest of three individuals and the recovery of six illegal firearms.

Kerala Police Nab Over 100 Absconding Convicts in Special Operation

Kerala Police Nab Over 100 Absconding Convicts in Special Operation

Rediff.com20 Mar 2026

Thrissur Rural Police in Kerala have arrested over 100 convicts who had been absconding for years after being sentenced by courts for various crimes. The arrests were made during a special operation called 'Operation Iron Grip'.

Two Operation Theatre Technicians Arrested in Kanpur Kidney Transplant Racket

Two Operation Theatre Technicians Arrested in Kanpur Kidney Transplant Racket

Rediff.com3 Apr 2026

Police in Kanpur have arrested two operation theatre technicians in connection with an illegal kidney transplant racket, bringing the total number of arrests to eight. The investigation has revealed links to a multi-city network, with authorities widening their action against hospitals allegedly involved.

Kota Police Nab Two in 'Mule Hunter' Cybercrime Crackdown

Kota Police Nab Two in 'Mule Hunter' Cybercrime Crackdown

Rediff.com17 Apr 2026

Kota police, under the 'Mule Hunter' campaign, have arrested two individuals for allegedly committing online fraud, targeting victims as far away as Murshidabad, West Bengal. The arrests followed an analysis of suspected mule accounts and mobile numbers, revealing fraudulent transactions and prompting charges under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita and the IT Act.

Punjab Police Bust Drug Racket, Arrest Three In Ferozepur

Punjab Police Bust Drug Racket, Arrest Three In Ferozepur

Rediff.com20 May 2026

Punjab Police arrested three individuals allegedly involved in drug trafficking in Ferozepur district, recovering heroin, methamphetamine, and a weapon.

Delhi Police Arrest 16 Criminals In Northwest Delhi

Delhi Police Arrest 16 Criminals In Northwest Delhi

Rediff.com11 May 2026

Delhi Police arrested 16 criminals, including five women, and apprehended a juvenile during a 24-hour drive against illegal arms, illicit liquor, and narcotics in northwest Delhi.

Mumbai Police Bust Mephedrone Drug Manufacturing Network

Mumbai Police Bust Mephedrone Drug Manufacturing Network

Rediff.com12 May 2026

Mumbai police have dismantled a mephedrone (MD) manufacturing network, seizing raw materials and chemicals worth Rs 4 lakh, capable of producing MD valued at Rs 100 crore. The operation prevented the flooding of the market with synthetic drugs, leading to multiple arrests and the seizure of significant quantities of MD and related equipment.

Bengaluru Operation Nets 124 Illegal Immigrants from Bangladesh

Bengaluru Operation Nets 124 Illegal Immigrants from Bangladesh

Rediff.com6 Mar 2026

Bengaluru police detained 124 Bangladeshi nationals, including men, women, and children, for allegedly residing illegally in the city. The individuals were taken into custody following a special operation conducted by the Central Crime Branch.

Key Myanmar Drug Trafficker Arrested In Delhi

Key Myanmar Drug Trafficker Arrested In Delhi

Rediff.com17 May 2026

The Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) has arrested a major Myanmar-based drug trafficker in Delhi, who was a key supplier of methamphetamine and heroin. The arrest follows extensive surveillance and coordinated operations targeting transnational drug trafficking networks along the India-Myanmar border.

Srinagar Police Seize Properties Of Alleged Drug Traffickers

Srinagar Police Seize Properties Of Alleged Drug Traffickers

Rediff.com23 May 2026

Police in Srinagar have seized multiple properties worth approximately Rs 5 crore belonging to individuals allegedly involved in drug trafficking and related unlawful activities as part of the 'Nasha Mukt J-K Abhiyan'.