The Enforcement Directorate has provisionally attached immovable assets worth Rs 2.78 crore belonging to former Kolkata Police deputy commissioner Santanu Sinha Biswas. This action is part of an ongoing money laundering and corruption investigation involving city-based strongman Sona Pappu. Biswas, who was arrested in May, is accused of using his position to facilitate illegal activities, including land grabbing and extortion, and receiving substantial financial benefits. Kolkata Police has also initiated a separate case under the Prevention of Corruption Act.
Delhi Police have busted a large-scale counterfeit Rs 20 coin manufacturing and supply racket, arresting four individuals including the alleged kingpin. The operation led to the recovery of fake coins worth Rs 1 lakh and the dismantling of a manufacturing unit being shifted from Haryana to Uttar Pradesh. Further investigations are ongoing to identify other members of the network.
Delhi Police has filed a 638-page chargesheet against six individuals, including the building owners and two paying guest (PG) operators, in connection with the September 6 Satya Niketan building collapse that resulted in seven deaths. The accused face charges of culpable homicide not amounting to murder and negligence.
Police in Hyderabad have arrested four individuals and seized counterfeit currency worth Rs 6.78 crore. The gang allegedly printed fake notes after learning techniques from online videos and used a deceptive modus operandi, posing as police officers to rob customers.
A 26-year-old woman in Bhubaneswar reported being raped at gunpoint by a masked man who entered her rented flat. Police have launched an investigation, conducted a medical examination, recorded her statement, and are reviewing CCTV footage to identify the accused. The opposition BJD has also raised concerns about women's safety in the city.
The preliminary findings of the Kolkata Police probe into the tragic Durga Puja pandal stampede that claimed 19 lives, highlight critical lapses in crowd management and communication.
Kolkata Police have summoned Avery Sen, daughter of former West Bengal minister Indranil Sen, for questioning in connection with the Durga Puja preview pass scam and the alleged unauthorised use of the UNESCO name and logo. This follows the arrest of Indranil Sen and the questioning of his wife, Madhuchhanda Sen, as investigators trace financial transactions linked to the case.
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 Police have arrested three Nigerian nationals and a Delhi resident in connection with an alleged drug trafficking operation. Authorities recovered 417 grams of MDMA and 105 grams of cocaine, with an estimated street value of Rs 1.5 crore. The foreign nationals were found to be overstaying their visas, and all four are facing charges under the NDPS Act.
Police in Bhadohi have arrested a 27-year-old man for allegedly compiling and sharing obscene material on social media platforms like Instagram and Telegram, and selling it to children. The accused, Gaurav Mishra, was apprehended after an investigation by the Cyber Police Station, and faces charges under the BNS, POCSO Act, and IT Act.
Police in Baghpat have announced a Rs 10,000 reward for information leading to the arrest of two absconding accused involved in the shooting of a President's Bodyguard (PBG) jawan. The incident occurred on November 8 during a clash over firecrackers, where the jawan, Saurabh, was hit in the head by a ricocheting bullet. He is currently stable.
A Sub-Inspector of Police in Telangana's Adilabad district was apprehended by the Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) on Wednesday for allegedly demanding a bribe of Rs 40,000. The officer sought the money to avoid implicating a complainant in a case related to a woman's suicide and to return his mobile phone.
Students at a private university in Patiala protested and allegedly damaged a police vehicle following unverified claims of two female students' suicides on campus. University authorities have denied the claims, calling them rumours, while police have launched an inquiry into the matter.
Delhi Police arrested a 33-year-old man, Noushad, in connection with an alleged 'boss impersonation' cyber fraud where Rs 80 lakh was fraudulently transferred from an educational institution's bank account. The entire cheated amount has been secured, and further investigation is underway to identify other suspects.
The Assam government has transferred several senior police officers, including three from the Special Investigating Team (SIT) probing a recent fatal shooting at a Guwahati hotel where five people died. The incident stemmed from a dispute between the property owners and its leaseholder over hotel management. The prime accused has been arrested, and the police investigation is ongoing.
Kolkata Police are seeking court permission to collect voice samples from two arrested individuals in connection with the Chorbagan Durga Puja stampede. This is to match their voices with loudspeaker announcements that allegedly caused panic, leading to the death of 19 people on October 17. The investigation involves examining audio/video footage and statements from 60 people, while the puja pandal is being preserved for further inquiry.
Police are investigating the death of a 17-year-old Class 12 student found burnt on her school premises in east Delhi's Krishna Nagar on Saturday. A three-page purported suicide note was recovered, and a suspected breakup is being probed as a possible reason. The family, however, alleges a conspiracy, and all angles, including foul play, are under examination.
A 15-year-old boy, Arsh Ansari, was found dead with stab wounds after attending Diwali celebrations at a friend's house in Dehradun. His family alleges he was murdered by his friends, leading to an FIR being filed and an investigation by Dalanwala police.
Police in Kozhinjampara, Kerala, have arrested Martin Ignesimuthu, the male friend of Nivedya, in connection with the drowning deaths of her two children, Jennifer Juliet and Robin Christopher, on September 29. Nivedya was previously arrested, and further investigation, including digital evidence analysis, led to Ignesimuthu's arrest on Wednesday night, as police believe he had an active role in the crime.
Delhi Police arrested 62-year-old Vishwanath Singh alias Munna, who had been absconding for over 26 years in a murder case from 2000. The victim, Jai Prakash, was found injured in 1998 and later died. Investigations revealed Singh allegedly murdered Prakash with a hammer due to suspicion of an illicit affair with his wife, staging it as a hit-and-run. Singh was declared a proclaimed offender in 2001 and was traced through family members after years of changing residences and identities.
Delhi Police has arrested three men for operating an inter-state cyber fraud syndicate that targeted individuals, particularly in Tamil Nadu, by promising personal loans, insurance policies, and employment opportunities. The accused collected advance fees without delivering services, leading to a police investigation and arrests.
The Madhya Pradesh High Court's Gwalior bench received an email threatening a bomb explosion and referencing singer Diljit Dosanjh's upcoming concert in Indore. Police have heightened security and are investigating the origin of the threat, which follows similar warnings to schools and the Indore Mayor's office. Despite the threats and a ban on some of his songs, Dosanjh confirmed the concert will proceed.
A sixth case has been registered against granite businessman Gem Veeramani in Chennai, related to the alleged sexual abuse of minor girls. This brings the total cases against him to six, involving 10 minor girls. Several accomplices, including drivers, have also been arrested in connection with the ongoing investigation.
A 30-year-old rickshaw puller, Ranjit Singh, was allegedly stabbed to death in Jahangirpuri, New Delhi, after returning from Dussehra celebrations on October 20. His father has accused the police of negligence in the investigation, claiming two men were involved and that police mishandled information regarding the accused's court appearance.
A land dispute in Malda, West Bengal, resulted in one death and injuries to three others, including a Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) jawan. The clash occurred on Sunday afternoon when SSB personnel attempted to cultivate a disputed plot. Police have detained 13 people and are investigating the incident.
Delhi Police have dismantled an organised cyber-fraud network that primarily targeted individuals in South India with promises of loans and scholarships. Four individuals have been arrested, and five women telecallers were bound down, with police recovering numerous mobile phones, documents, and cash. The network operated by inducing victims to transfer money into fraudulently arranged bank accounts.
A month after Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Pradeep Purnekar was shot dead in Thane, his family accuses the police of shielding the real culprits and ignoring evidence, despite five arrests. The killing has heightened political tensions, with protests and opposition leaders expressing solidarity, while police maintain they are conducting a comprehensive investigation to establish the motive.
Delhi Police have arrested two men for allegedly operating a fake Russian Embassy recruitment website, duping Indian job seekers. The scam involved creating fraudulent profiles and collecting fees for fictitious jobs. The investigation, initiated after a complaint from the Russian Embassy, has identified around 50 suspicious transactions and at least 17 victims.
A police aspirant in Maharashtra's Beed district died by suicide after exposing an alleged fake sports certificate scam in police recruitment. He recorded a voice note naming those responsible, leading to an inquiry and a case of abetment against an applicant and a sports association.
Two men were arrested in Gurugram for impersonating Intelligence Bureau officers. They allegedly created a fake investigation report to provide a clean chit to a sarpanch's representative facing corruption allegations. The arrests followed a complaint about a document circulating on social media.
Police in Gumla, Jharkhand, have arrested one man and seized a significant cache of illegal weapons, including an AK-56 rifle, following an operation to thwart a planned major crime. The operation led to the recovery of various firearms and ammunition from a vehicle whose occupants fled upon police arrival. Authorities are continuing their search for other suspects and investigating the source of the weapons.
A Shiv Sena youth leader, Siddhesh Abhange, was allegedly assaulted inside Kopri Police Station in Thane over a monetary dispute with women involved in the textile business. The incident caused brief tension, and police are investigating, recording statements, and registering an FIR.
A suspected shooter from the Hashim Baba gang, identified as Shivam and wanted in two murder cases, was injured in an exchange of fire with Delhi Police in Najafgarh on Friday. Police intercepted Shivam, who allegedly opened fire, leading to his apprehension and recovery of a pistol.
A 22-year-old man was allegedly beaten to death by his sister's in-laws in Shamli district after he visited her house to celebrate Bhai Dooj. Police have registered a case against six individuals, detaining two, while the motive is suspected to be an ongoing family conflict.
Goa Police have made arrests in two separate child rape cases involving a three-year-old girl in Mapusa and a four-year-old girl in Canacona, raising significant concerns about child safety in the state.
Police are investigating the death of a female student at a private university hostel in Meerut, Uttar Pradesh. The student, identified as Priya, was found dead in her hostel room. While initial findings suggest a possible suicide, a full investigation is underway.
Delhi Police have arrested two men for impersonating a corporate director and defrauding banks of Rs 22.56 lakh through fraudulent RTGS instructions. The investigation led to the recovery of assets worth Rs 2.5 crore, including gold, cash, and a Thar, and helped solve six other similar cases of financial fraud.
Police in Chatra, Jharkhand, seized 164 kg of ganja valued at approximately Rs 1 crore from an abandoned SUV. The driver fled after police attempted to stop the vehicle during a checking drive. A manhunt is underway for the smugglers.
Amritsar Rural Police have dismantled four illegal arms and narcotics supply networks, arresting seven individuals, including an Army man. The operations led to the recovery of 14 sophisticated pistols and over 20 kg of heroin. Investigations suggest a foreign-based handler facilitated these consignments, and further probes are underway to uncover the complete network.
Former Thane Mayor and Shiv Sena leader Meenakshi Shinde resigned as the party's district women's wing chief on Thursday. Her resignation comes two days after she was questioned by police regarding the murder of Shiv Sena (UBT) functionary Pradeep Purnekar, a case that has intensified political friction and led to accusations against her and her husband.
