A joint operation by local police and the STF in Sultanpur, Uttar Pradesh, resulted in the seizure of over 15 quintals of cannabis and the arrest of two individuals involved in smuggling the contraband from Odisha to Lucknow.
The body of a 19-year-old woman was discovered hanging from a tree in a village in Uttar Pradesh, India, prompting a police investigation into a suspected murder.
Police in Uttar Pradesh's Ghazipur have registered cases against the X handles of the Congress and Samajwadi Party for allegedly spreading rumours related to the death of a teenage girl.
A 13-year-old boy in Jalaun, Uttar Pradesh, was found dead at his home on Sunday, in what police suspect is a case of suicide. An investigation is underway to determine the circumstances surrounding the tragic event.
Police in Bhadohi, Uttar Pradesh, have arrested three individuals allegedly involved in drug trafficking and seized cannabis with an estimated international market value of Rs 52 lakh.
Police in Kerala have arrested a key suspect in a racket involving the supply of forged documents for organ donors and recipients. The accused, identified as Najeeb, was apprehended in Uttar Pradesh and is believed to have been planning to escape to Nepal. The investigation has uncovered a network involved in forging various official documents required for organ donation.
A youth from Kushinagar, Uttar Pradesh, has been detained by the Delhi Police's Special Cell on suspicion of involvement in terrorist activities. The individual, Rizwan Ahmad, was taken into custody and his electronic devices were seized for examination. He previously faced terror-related charges in Mumbai.
The Uttar Pradesh Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) has arrested two youths for allegedly conspiring to carry out terror attacks at key installations in the state, acting on directions from Pakistan-linked operatives.
West Bengal Police intensify their investigation into the murder of Chandranath Rath, an aide of BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari, recovering a second motorcycle and searching for a car suspected to be involved in the crime.
Three suspected members of an inter-state gang involved in theft were arrested following an encounter with police in Jalaun, Uttar Pradesh. In a separate incident in Shahjahanpur, two alleged criminals sustained gunshot injuries during an exchange of fire with the police.
Jharkhand Police seized narcotics and illicit liquor worth over Rs 2.54 crore and arrested seven persons in separate operations across five districts.
Police in Uttar Pradesh's Ghazipur have registered cases against the X handles of the Congress and Samajwadi Party for allegedly spreading rumours related to the death of a teenage girl.
Three individuals arrested in Uttar Pradesh in connection with the murder of Chandranath Rath, an aide to West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari, have been remanded to 13-day police custody.
According to the latest NCRB data, five Delhi Police personnel were killed on duty in 2024. The data reveals the causes of these fatalities, including criminal activity and accidents.
Uttar Pradesh Police are investigating the mental health of a man accused of breaching security at the Delhi Assembly after he drove an SUV onto the premises. The suspect's family claims he has mental health issues and is undergoing treatment.
Uttar Pradesh Director General of Police Rajeev Krishna has directed officers to strengthen preventive policing and ensure timely disposal of investigations across the state.
Two men, including one impersonating a judicial officer with forged documents, have been arrested in New Delhi with a firearm and live ammunition. The arrests were made as part of a security drive in the national capital.
Aligarh police arrested twelve members of an interstate gang allegedly involved in trafficking illicit country-made firearms from the ruins of an old fort on the outskirts of Aligarh.
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath attributed the state's past 'BIMARU' (sick) status to corruption during previous governments, highlighting improvements in recruitment processes and medical facilities under his administration.
Two alleged drug traffickers were arrested in Saharanpur, Uttar Pradesh, and 504 grams of illegal smack worth around 1 crore was recovered from their possession.
Police in Ballia, Uttar Pradesh, are investigating the alleged abduction of three minor boys from Mirzapur village. The boys, aged 10 and 11, have been missing since Saturday evening, prompting an extensive search and the registration of a case under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita.
The Uttar Pradesh Police Special Task Force (STF) has arrested a member of an interstate gang involved in the illegal smuggling of oxytocin injections in Lucknow and seized a large quantity of the drug.
Two men, including one impersonating a judicial officer with forged documents, have been arrested in New Delhi with a firearm and live ammunition. The accused, Surya Agarwal and Nikhil Yadav, were apprehended during a security check by the Parliament Street police station.
The Delhi Police have dismantled an interstate arms trafficking syndicate with alleged international connections, arresting nine individuals and seizing a cache of sophisticated firearms and ammunition.
Three suspected members of an inter-state gang involved in theft were arrested following an encounter with police in Jalaun, Uttar Pradesh. The suspects sustained bullet injuries during the exchange and were apprehended with weapons and stolen cash.
The Supreme Court of India has sharply criticized the Uttar Pradesh police for filing FIRs in civil cases, stating there is a "complete breakdown of rule of law" in the state. The court expressed its displeasure after discovering FIRs filed by the UP police in civil disputes, questioning the use of criminal law in such matters. The Chief Justice highlighted the absurdity of converting civil disputes into criminal cases, emphasizing that non-payment of money cannot be considered a criminal offense. The bench has summoned the investigating officer to justify the registration of an FIR in a specific case, and has stayed criminal proceedings against the accused while allowing the cheque bounce case to continue.
A 17-year-old student in Chandauli, Uttar Pradesh, was found dead inside a library he owned. Police suspect suicide, possibly related to a love affair.
The Delhi Police have arrested a 54-year-old man in connection with a 1995 kidnapping and murder case. The accused had been living under a false identity as a social activist and YouTuber.
Delhi Police have arrested Praveen Kumar, a key operative linked to a transnational arms trafficking and terror module. Kumar, an associate of gangster Rohit Chaudhary, is accused of being a 'receiver' for the module backed by Pakistan's ISI. The arrest brings the total number of accused in the case to 14.
Madhya Pradesh Police are in Kochi investigating the marriage of a young woman and a Muslim man, amid claims she is underage and seeking police protection.
Gurugram Police arrested a wanted criminal, Ankit Kumar, after a brief encounter near Pachgaon chowk. The accused, who had escaped from a jail in Uttar Pradesh, was injured in the exchange of fire and is currently hospitalized.
Delhi Police have arrested a sharpshooter and an arms supplier associated with the Kapil Sangwan gang, seizing illegal firearms and ammunition. The arrests highlight ongoing efforts to combat organised crime and illegal weapons trafficking in the region.
Police in Bhadohi, Uttar Pradesh, have registered a case against six individuals for allegedly abducting a Dalit woman five days before her wedding. The case has been registered under relevant sections of the BNS and the Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act.
Uttar Pradesh police seized over 710 cartons of Indian-made Foreign Liquor (IMFL) worth approximately 1.20 crore in Chandauli, arresting two smugglers attempting to transport the contraband to Bihar, where alcohol is banned.
Delhi Police have busted an illegal arms supply network operating between Delhi and western Uttar Pradesh, arresting three people, including a key supplier from Meerut.
Police in Kolkata have arrested three individuals from Uttar Pradesh in connection with the murder of Chandranath Rath, an aide to West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari. The arrests mark a significant breakthrough in the investigation.
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath attributed the state's 'BIMARU' (sick) status to corruption during previous governments, emphasising the need for transparency and meritocracy in recruitment processes. He highlighted improvements in medical facilities and increased government job opportunities for young people in Uttar Pradesh.
The body of a woman was discovered inside a metal trunk near a highway in Kaushambi, Uttar Pradesh. Police are investigating the incident and working to identify the victim and the perpetrators.
Delhi Police have arrested four individuals in connection with a daylight robbery near Azadpur Mandi, recovering a car purchased with the stolen money. The arrests followed an inter-state manhunt across Uttar Pradesh.
Two brothers, wanted in connection with the murder of a property dealer and journalist in Uttar Pradesh's Hathras, have been arrested in Delhi. The accused, carrying rewards on their heads, were apprehended following a tip-off.
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