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DRI officers at Hyderabad’s Rajiv Gandhi International Airport seized 4.15 kg of hydroponic weed worth ₹4.15 crore from a passenger arriving from Bangkok. The contraband was hidden in a false luggage bottom. The man was arrested under the NDPS Act, 1985, and further investigation is underway.
Saudi police dismissed a viral video by Indian expat Ankit Bharti alleging mistreatment and confinement in Riyadh. Officials found the clip was made solely to gain social media views. The Indian Embassy confirmed efforts to trace him, while Saudi authorities said there was no dispute with his employer.
Two Australian women cricketers were stalked and molested by a motorcyclist in Indore while heading to a café during the ICC Women’s World Cup. The accused, Aqeel, was arrested following a police probe. The incident drew condemnation from BCCI and Cricket Australia, sparking outrage and political criticism over Madhya Pradesh’s law and order.
CCTV footage showed biker Shiva Shankar riding recklessly before colliding with a Bengaluru-bound bus in Kurnool, Andhra Pradesh, sparking a fire that killed 20 people. The alcohol-influenced rider’s bike, with its fuel cap open, triggered the blaze. The bus driver was later arrested for negligence as officials launched a high-level investigation.
In the tragic Kurnool private bus accident that occurred early Friday morning, preliminary probes suggest that overspeeding and driver fatigue may have caused the mishap. The bus reportedly lost control on a curve and overturned, leading to multiple casualties and injuries. Police have launched an inquiry to confirm the exact cause of the accident.
The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) busted a major drug racket in Delhi and Noida, seizing contraband worth ₹108.81 crore. The raids uncovered meth labs, precursor chemicals, cocaine, heroin, and cash. Twenty-six foreign nationals were arrested during the multi-day operation aimed at dismantling a cross-border narcotics network.
A woman doctor in Satara died by suicide after alleging repeated rape and harassment by a police officer. Her cousin claimed she was pressured to create fake medical reports. Despite prior complaints to senior officers, no action was taken. The incident has triggered political outrage and demands for strict punishment.
A woman doctor from Satara, Maharashtra, was found dead in a hotel room after accusing two policemen of rape and mental harassment in a suicide note. Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis ordered their immediate suspension and strict action. The Women’s Commission also directed Satara Police to ensure a thorough investigation.
Cybercrime in India has surged, with scams like fake apps, digital arrest threats, parcel fraud, job offers, and investment traps costing millions. Fraudsters trick users through links, calls, or fake identities. Always verify sources, avoid unknown links, and never share banking details. Report suspicious activity via 1930 or the Cyber Crime Portal.
Delhi Police arrested two suspected ISIS operatives, Adnan and his associate, both from Bhopal, who were planning a terror attack in a high-footfall area. Acting on intelligence, police coordinated operations in Sadiq Nagar and Bhopal, seizing electronic devices and incriminating materials. The arrests have successfully averted a potential major terror strike.
Popular Punjabi singer Teji Kahlon was shot dead in Canada in an attack linked to gangster Rohit Godara’s associates. In a social media post, Mahender Saran Dilana, Rahul Rinau, and Vicky Phalwan claimed responsibility, accusing Kahlon of supplying weapons, funding rival gangs. The incident highlights escalating transnational gang violence.
A viral video from a Karnataka Veda school shows Sanskrit teacher Veeresh Hiremath brutally kicking and thrashing a student for using a phone to call his parents. Despite injuries, the assault continued. Police registered a case after the teacher fled. Minister Laxmi Hebbalkar condemned the act and promised strict action and investigation.
An FIR has been filed against former Punjab DGP Mohammad Mustafa, his wife Razia Sultana, and two others after their son Aqil Akhtar’s death became suspicious. Aqil, a lawyer, accused his family of conspiring to kill him in a video. Akhtar’s death was initially attributed to a drug overdose. Currently, the investigation continues.
A South Korean woman accidentally set her apartment ablaze while trying to kill a cockroach with a lighter and spray can in Osan. The fire killed a neighbour, injured several others, and led police to seek her arrest. Similar accidents worldwide show the dangers of using flamethrowers or insecticides recklessly.
In Bareilly, Uttar Pradesh, police arrested Pastor Sumit Masey and two others for allegedly coercing poor Hindus to convert to Christianity through inducements and faith-healing promises. The arrests followed a complaint about illegal conversions under the guise of prayer meetings. A case was filed under the UP Prohibition of Unlawful Conversion of Religion Act.