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.
Haryana Police have launched an investigation into an attack on a Meghalaya Police team who were transporting an ATM robbery suspect. The incident involved a crowd attempting to free the accused, resulting in a confrontation and a youth being injured.
Police in Kathua, Jammu and Kashmir, rescued 20 bovine animals from smugglers in two separate operations, arresting two suspects and impounding two vehicles.
Delhi Police have detained a 41-year-old woman, Sonia, under the Prevention of Illicit Traffic in Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (PIT-NDPS) Act for alleged drug trafficking.
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.
Delhi Police have arrested a 24-year-old man in connection with the murder of a 24-year-old man in Bawana, outer north Delhi. The murder was allegedly motivated by a property dispute.
An assistant sub-inspector of Rajasthan Police died after his service revolver accidentally discharged at his residence in Bhilwara.
Police in Dakshina Kannada district, Karnataka, have arrested four individuals and seized MDMA worth approximately Rs 1.79 lakh following a raid on a rented house in Bantwal taluk.
A first-year IIT-Delhi student was found dead in his campus apartment, prompting a police investigation into the circumstances surrounding his death.
A 20-year-old man who was kidnapped in Jhansi has been rescued, and four suspects, including two juveniles, have been arrested following a police encounter. The kidnappers had demanded a ransom of 2 lakh for the victim's release.
Over 1.5 kg of heroin, estimated to be worth over 80 million, was recovered near the International Border in Jammu after being dropped by a Pakistani drone.
Two Bangladeshi nationals, including a minor, were detained in Bengaluru for residing illegally in the city following a police verification drive.
Police in Jammu and Kashmir's Doda district have arrested three individuals for alleged drug peddling and recovered cannabis from their possession during a routine patrol.
Haryana Police launched 'Operation Aakraman-21' across the state, resulting in numerous arrests and seizures of drugs, illicit liquor, and illegal arms.
Thane police arrested two individuals in Bhiwandi and seized mephedrone worth 22 lakh. The arrests were made after a search of two men acting suspiciously near a school. Investigations are ongoing to find the source and intended recipients of the drugs.
At least seven police personnel were killed in an improvised explosive device (IED) blast targeting a police vehicle in northwest Pakistan. The banned Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) claimed responsibility for the attack in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa's Lakki Marwat district.
Delhi Police have arrested two more members, including the alleged mastermind, of an organised traffic fraud and extortion syndicate, bringing the total arrests to 20. The syndicate sold fake stickers to commercial vehicle drivers, enabling them to evade traffic restrictions and extorted officials.
A couple was found dead in a rented house in Kottayam, Kerala, with police suspecting suicide due to financial difficulties. The couple's child was found unharmed at the scene.
A 50-year-old woman and her 18-year-old visually-impaired son were found dead in their Lucknow home, with police investigating the case as a double homicide.
A mob assaulted a group of Muslim youth preparing to break their Ramadan fast near Pune, resulting in injuries and multiple detentions by police.
Haryana Police have launched an investigation into an attack on a Meghalaya Police team who were transporting an ATM robbery suspect. The incident involved an attempt to free the accused, resulting in a confrontation and injuries.
A 38-year-old Nepalese man has been arrested in Delhi for allegedly murdering his live-in partner and her daughter in Rudraprayag, Uttarakhand. The suspect was apprehended near New Delhi Railway Station while attempting to flee to Mumbai.
The 12-year-old daughter of a Border Security Force (BSF) personnel was allegedly kidnapped from outside her residential society in Delhi's Rohini. Police have launched an investigation and are scanning CCTV footage to locate the missing girl.
Chandigarh Police have launched an investigation into a fraud involving fake fixed deposit receipts (FDRs) worth 116.84 crore, allegedly issued by a private bank manager, impacting the Chandigarh municipal corporation's funds.
The Delhi Police have heightened security measures for Holi, deploying over 15,000 personnel to maintain law and order and curb traffic violations, including drunken driving.
Delhi Police have implemented heightened security measures in Dwarka, including Uttam Nagar, ahead of Eid-ul-Fitr, following communal tensions sparked by a recent incident. The Delhi High Court has directed the police to ensure a peaceful environment for the festival.
Jammu and Kashmir Police busted a prostitution racket operating in Jammu, rescuing three girls and arresting three individuals, including a woman, following a raid on a house allegedly used for trafficking activities.
Nuh Police have arrested a brother and sister for allegedly attempting to extort Rs 5 lakh from a local resident by threatening to falsely accuse him of rape.
The Mumbai Police have requested the custody of gangster Anmol Bishnoi, younger brother of Lawrence Bishnoi, who was arrested by the NIA after being deported from the US. He is wanted in connection with several major crimes in Mumbai, including the killing of an NCP leader and a firing incident outside actor Salman Khan's residence.
A young man in Indore died after falling from a building, with his family alleging police misconduct. Police deny the allegations and are investigating the death.
Bengaluru police have arrested two men in connection with a house theft in HSR Layout, recovering gold ornaments, silver items, and other valuables worth Rs 15 lakh. The suspects were apprehended in Mysuru and confessed to pledging the stolen goods.
In a significant move before the West Bengal assembly elections, the Election Commission has ordered a major reshuffle of the state's police force, transferring 19 senior officers to ensure fair and secure elections.
Punjab Police have arrested six individuals involved in two separate cross-border arms and drug smuggling operations with connections to Pakistan-based smugglers. The operation resulted in the recovery of sophisticated weapons and heroin.
An advocate has filed a police complaint against cricketer Hardik Pandya, accusing him of disrespecting the national flag during T20 World Cup victory celebrations.
Two police officers in Maharashtra's Beed district have been arrested by the Anti-Corruption Bureau for allegedly demanding and accepting a bribe to allow illegal sand transportation.
A 26-year-old man died following a clash between two families during Holi celebrations in Delhi's Uttam Nagar, prompting police to deploy additional forces and arrest several individuals.
Delhi Police have arrested two members of the 'Takkar Gang' who used distraction techniques to steal cash and valuables from pedestrians in the Paschim Vihar area.
Pune police have arrested five individuals from Uttar Pradesh for allegedly kidnapping a businessman and demanding a ransom of Rs 50 lakh. The businessman was rescued, and the suspects were apprehended near Sangamner.
Punjab Police is using intelligence-led policing and digital tools, including AI-powered voice recognition, to combat organised crime and dismantle gangster networks operating across states and continents.
Gurugram police have announced special security arrangements for the Holi festival, including checkpoints and increased patrols, to maintain law and order and crack down on anti-social behaviour.
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