Crime

Uttar Pradesh police registered eight FIRs in Varanasi over alleged AI-generated and misleading social media posts about Manikarnika Ghat redevelopment. Authorities accused individuals and X handles of spreading false visuals, hurting religious sentiments, and disturbing social harmony during the ongoing beautification project

A Taiwanese journalist was detained on charges of bribing military officers to obtain sensitive information for people in mainland China, as authorities intensified a crackdown on espionage amid rising cross-strait tensions and increased Chinese military pressure on the self-ruled island

Parents of two trainee kabaddi players found hanging in an SAI hostel in Kollam have demanded a thorough probe, alleging inconsistencies, distress at the facility, suspicious handling by officials, and questioning whether the teenage athletes could have died by suicide

Adilabad police arrested Chouhan Shravan Kumar alias Ramesh, a notorious vehicle lifter from Kota (B) village, and seized 12 stolen motorcycles worth Rs 4 lakh. SP Akhil Mahajan said Shravan was caught during a vehicle check.

A Hindu fuel station worker was killed in Bangladesh after being run over by a vehicle whose occupants allegedly tried to flee without paying for fuel. The incident comes amid concerns over a rise in violence against minorities ahead of national elections

The Cyberabad Cybercrime Police cracked 13 cases and arrested 25 suspects in a nationwide operation between December 31, 2025 and January 15, 2026. Trading fraud was the most common offence, with multiple scams involving fake apps and crypto investments amounting to over Rs 3.47 crore.

Pathanamthitta police booked Youth Congress leader Fenin Ninan for allegedly revealing a victim’s identity linked to expelled MLA Rahul Mamkootathil’s arrest. Ninan denies wrongdoing, plans legal challenge, while the victim alleges selective chat leaks to mislead the public

A 16-year-old girl from Karuvarakundu, Malappuram, reported missing on Thursday, was found dead on Friday in an isolated area near Thodiyapulam. Injuries suggest murder. Police are questioning a minor boy and have launched a detailed investigation

A daily wage labourer in Jodhpur was arrested for the prolonged sexual abuse of his two daughters. The crimes surfaced after the 15-year-old victim spoke out, revealing that her elder sister had been systematically exploited for over 12 years

Iskcon Mayapur authorities warned devotees and tourists against fake websites offering fraudulent accommodation bookings. An FIR has been filed after several visitors were cheated through convincing online portals, prompting appeals to use only the official booking website

Adilabad police arrested two men for the murder of pension beneficiary Imrana Zabeer. The woman, initially reported missing, was found dead under suspicious circumstances in November. Investigations revealed that Farooq killed her after she demanded repayment of a loan.

Karimnagar rural police arrested a couple for allegedly honey-trapping youngsters and businessmen through social media, blackmailing nearly 100 victims using secretly recorded nude images and extorting large sums, including Rs 12 lakh from a single victim

Hanamkonda police arrested three members of an inter-state gang from West Bengal involved in daylight robberies across multiple states. The gang, addicted to narcotics, targeted houses in Karimnagar and Hanamkonda, stealing gold, silver and cash.

Bollywood actress Ameesha Patel warned fans about an imposter using a fake number to possibly scam people. She also expressed excitement for the upcoming “Humraaz 2,” highlighting the original film’s popularity and strong audience anticipation for the sequel

  Two siblings, aged 4 and 5, who went missing from Ranchi’s Dhurwa area 12 days ago, were rescued from kidnappers in Ramgarh district. Jharkhand police traced them successfully, with Chief Minister Hemant Soren praising the coordinated investigation 

A 21-year-old air hostess was found dead by suicide at her home in Thane’s Kalyan area. Police have registered a case of abetment against her former partner, citing alleged harassment, threats, assault, and financial exploitation

Police arrested an RTI activist from Mumbai for allegedly blackmailing an MP from Andhra Pradesh’s West Godavari district and attempting to extort Rs 5 crore by threatening to share sensitive information obtained through RTI applications

Kerala court grants three-day police custody of expelled Congress MLA Rahul Mamkootathil in a sexual assault case. Protests erupted outside the court and hospital by CPI(M) and BJP youth activists. The case involves alleged rape and criminal intimidation, registered under IPC sections 376 and 506(1)

In Mathura, an e-rickshaw driver, Deepak, arrived at the district hospital with a 1.5-foot snake in his pocket after being bitten. Hospital staff asked him to leave the reptile outside, and police later rescued the snake, possibly his pet

Police probing the suicide of a Bengaluru dental student found she was allegedly humiliated by lecturers over her skin tone, dressing style and absence due to illness. Six faculty members were dismissed after an FIR was filed, and investigations are ongoing

Khammam district police have uncovered a massive cybercrime racket involving fraud worth Rs 547 crore. The gang, linked to international cybercriminals, lured unemployed youth with fake job promises, opened bank accounts in their names, and siphoned off funds through fraudulent schemes including investments, matrimony, and cryptocurrency trading.

Six persons were arrested in Turkapally, Yadadri Bhuvanagiri, for illegally digging near a Hanuman temple in search of a hidden treasure trove. Police seized an excavator machine, a car, and pooja articles during the raid.

The wife of a former IPS officer was defrauded of Rs 2.58 crore in a fortnight-long stock market scam via WhatsApp. The victim made 19 transactions believing in high returns before reporting the fraud to Hyderabad Cyber Crime Police

Six individuals were arrested in Mancherial district for participating in the banned sport of cockfighting at Gullakota village, Luxettipet mandal. Acting on a tip‑off, police raided an isolated spot on the village outskirts and seized cash along with a rooster.