Crime

Two suspects linked to the sensational Afzalgunj shooting at Roshan Travels and the Bidar ATM robbery have been arrested in Bihar by Karnataka police. The duo, accused of looting Rs 93 lakh and killing a security guard, was traced and brought to Karnataka for further investigation.

Gujarat ATS and Rajasthan Police busted an interstate gang allegedly stealing crude oil from an HPCL pipeline in Rajasthan’s Balotra district, arresting eight people. Investigators found an illegally installed valve near Kaludi village and are probing the stolen oil’s quantity, sale and wider network

HCLTech has clarified that its initial probe found no evidence of a breach in its systems or client engagements after a hacker group claimed exposure of employee-related data. The company said the information appears limited and dated, and it continues to investigate. The statement follows a similar clarification by TCS, which also reported no credible breach evidence.

A man from Gajularamaram, Hyderabad, was booked by Jeedimetla police after being flagged by a US child protection agency for allegedly viewing and sharing child sexual abuse material on Instagram. Telangana Cyber Crime traced him via his IP address, but no arrest has been made yet.

A retired Army man was killed and two others seriously injured after a speeding Mahindra SUV allegedly rammed into them at Hydershah Kote in Hyderabad. The occupants reportedly fled the scene, while Narsingi Police registered a case and launched an investigation

An unidentified woman’s charred body was found near Ramakkapet in Dubbak mandal, Medak district, on Sunday. Locals alerted police after discovering the completely burnt body

The NIA arrested Haris TA, the alleged main conspirator, in connection with the seizure of illegal explosives in Kerala’s Malappuram. His arrest takes the total number of accused held to ten. The probe is continuing into the wider conspiracy and procurement network

Toronto police arrested 32-year-old Abdul Ghafoori in connection with the December murder of 30-year-old Indian-origin woman Himanshi Khurana. Ghafoori, identified as her partner, faces a first-degree murder charge after being apprehended at an airport following an international investigation

Police searched multiple locations, including residents of individuals associated with the banned Jamaat-e-Islami in the Sopore area of Baramulla district

Kerala Police registered a cyber fraud case after an AI-generated fake video impersonating ADGP P Vijayan circulated on Facebook, falsely promoting an old currency note scam. Police are investigating the account, possible victims and whether similar deepfake videos targeted other officials

An elderly woman from Khammam district who went missing three days ago was found murdered and burned. Police arrested her son-in-law, who confessed to the crime. Forensic teams recovered bone fragments from the site, and investigation is ongoing.

A 22-year-old man, Niranjan Pradhan, was arrested by EAGLE Force and Railway Police in Hyderabad for transporting 18.5 kg of marijuana worth Rs 9.26 lakh on the Konark Express.

A woman in Machilipatnam, Andhra Pradesh, allegedly lost Rs 1.43 crore in a digital arrest scam after fraudsters impersonated Delhi Police officials and falsely accused her of money laundering. Police registered a case and are investigating the cyber fraud

Bengaluru Police arrested a Bihar man for allegedly strangling his wife after repeated domestic disputes. The accused allegedly fled to Bihar after the murder but was traced and arrested. Police said scientific evidence and CCTV footage support the ongoing investigation

A student opened fire at Debsirin Nonthaburi School near Bangkok, killing three teachers and three students while injuring 15 others. Police are investigating the motive, and authorities believe the firearm was taken from a family member

The CBI alleged three NTA subject experts leaked confidential NEET-UG 2026 questions by exploiting security lapses, including inadequate frisking and CCTV monitoring. Its chargesheet names 13 accused, detailing the alleged paper leak network, investigations, arrests and subsequent examination re-conduct

Madhapur police busted an illegal drug supply racket in Hyderabad, seizing over 6,500 Tramadol tablets from Prime Pharmacy in Ayyappa Society. Two persons were arrested, while the main supplier remains absconding.

A 35-year-old man was hacked to death in full public view at Singareni Colony, Saidabad, Hyderabad, allegedly by a local resident using a machete. Police said the victim had multiple criminal cases against him, but the motive is yet to be established.

A man allegedly trespassed into a Boduppal residence at midnight, threatened a family with a dummy gun after abusing the complainant over phone, and fled. Police registered a case at Medipally and are investigating.

Hyderabad police’s H-FAST unit, in coordination with GHMC Food Safety, seized 25 tonnes of adulterated spices and arrested three men during raids across the city. Hazardous chemicals and industrial dyes were found in spice units, prompting three criminal cases and a public advisory to buy only from licensed vendors.

Andhra Pradesh Forest Department arrested two suspects in connection with the suspicious death of a tiger in Nallamalla forest’s Nagarjunasagar-Srisailam Tiger Reserve. Investigators are probing possible poaching or poisoning after the tiger’s missing paws raised illegal wildlife trade concerns. Forensic reports are awaited

A 29-year-old teacher was allegedly stabbed to death inside a Faridabad private school by a 21-year-old stalking suspect. Police arrested the accused within hours, suspecting revenge after a previous molestation complaint. CCTV footage reportedly captured the fatal attack and escape

Punjab Police busted two ISI-backed cross-border terror modules in Amritsar, arresting nine accused, including four juveniles. Investigators recovered weapons and petrol bombs, alleging the suspects conducted surveillance, shared footage with foreign handlers, and planned activities to disturb public peace

A woman was murdered in Irkapally, Nagulgidda mandal, allegedly by her husband following domestic disputes. He surrendered at the local police station after dumping the body at a dargah. Police are investigating the motive.