Kolkata Man Loses Rs 49 Lakh in Digital Arrest Scam
A 69-year-old retired executive from New Town was defrauded of Rs 49 lakh after scammers posing as CBI officers placed him under digital arrest via WhatsApp video calls.
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BMC Constructs Rabindra Bhavan with Mela Utsav Revenue
Bidhannagar Municipal Corporation uses Rs 10.9 crore from annual fair revenue to construct ground and first floors of six-storey Tagore research centre in Salt Lake.
Man Arrested Sleeping Beside Ganja on Kozhikode Beach
Police arrested a 39-year-old man in Kozhikode after morning walkers found him asleep on the beach with 372g of ganja spread out on a newspaper beside him.
Kolkata Woman Duped of Rs 68,500 in Dating App Scam
A 34-year-old Lake Town woman lost Rs 68,500 to a man she met on a dating app who pretended to be stranded at Delhi airport with confiscated luggage. Police warn about rising 'Customs seizure' scams.
Kolkata Man Arrested for Puppy Killing, Faces 5-Year Jail
A 28-year-old man from Rajarhat was arrested in Kolkata for allegedly beating a one-month-old puppy to death with a rod. Police confirm he could face five years imprisonment if proven guilty.
Kolkata Book Fair 2026 Enhances Fire Safety Measures
The International Kolkata Book Fair 2026 will equip all stalls with fire extinguishers and enhanced fire-fighting systems. Police and fire departments coordinate for comprehensive safety arrangements.
Prashant Tamang, 43, dies of sudden cardiac arrest in sleep
Indian Idol winner Prashant Tamang's tragic death at 43 highlights the silent risk of nocturnal cardiac arrest. A leading cardiologist explains the causes and how to protect yourself.
BMC Revises Salt Lake Paid Parking Zones to 18
Bidhannagar Municipal Corporation finalises 18 fee car parking zones in Salt Lake, adding 8 new stretches. New mobile app for parking management to be introduced. Details inside.
CBI busts 'digital arrest' scam, arrests 5 in Delhi
CBI arrests 5 in Delhi for a sophisticated 'digital arrest' scam, uncovering fraud of Rs 1.5 crore. Learn how cybercriminals impersonated officials to extort money.
Mangaluru: Cattle theft, bribery cases see arrests
Vittal police arrested Zulfhan Malik for stealing four cattle in Bantwal. Separately, Lokayukta arrested a fisheries supervisor for demanding a Rs 10,000 bribe. Read the full details.
Mumbai: Rs 77 lakh burglary solved before artist victim knew
Mumbai Police arrested three men from Bihar with stolen jewellery worth Rs 72.77 lakh, solving a Juhu house burglary before the owner, artist Gayathri Gujarathi, was even aware of the crime. Read how a tip-off led to the swift crackdown.
Indira Gandhi's 1977 Arrest & The Pasta Maker Folklore
A 1977 CBI arrest of Indira Gandhi and the unproven pasta maker story that fueled her comeback. Explore how history repeats in political narratives. Read more.
Arrest in West Bengal Governor death threat case
Kolkata Police arrest a man for sending death threats to Governor CV Ananda Bose via email and WhatsApp. Security heightened as probe continues. Read the full details.
13th Arrest in Delhi Turkman Gate Stone-Pelting Case
Delhi Police arrests another accused, Mohd Imran, in the Turkman Gate violence. 12 arrests made, 10 SM influencers identified for spreading rumours. Security tightened for Friday prayers. Read for details.
Two arrested in Kolkata's Rs 1.8 crore digital arrest scam
Kolkata Police arrests two from Nadia in a major cyber fraud case involving a 'digital arrest' scam that cheated a resident of Rs 1.8 crore. Cryptocurrency seized. Read the full investigation details.
Three Arrested in Rourkela for Burglary, Gas Cylinder Theft
Rourkela Police cracked two theft cases, arresting three individuals. One involved a Rs 4 lakh burglary in Chhend, the other a gas cylinder theft. Stolen items were recovered. Read the full details.
Young Indians: A Simple Test Can Prevent Sudden Cardiac Arrest
The tragic death of fund manager Siddhartha Bhaiya highlights silent heart risks. A leading cardiologist explains why focusing only on heart attacks is incomplete and how a simple echocardiogram can save lives. Learn the key prevention strategies.
Life convict in 1999 fratricide case arrested in Gurgaon
Delhi Police arrested Bhim Mahto, a life convict who murdered his brother in 1999 and absconded after his appeal was dismissed. He was tracked to Gurgaon using technical surveillance. Read the full story.
UP Police Age Relaxation Announced for 32,000+ Posts
UP Police announces 3-year age relaxation for over 32,000 constable posts in 2026 recruitment drive. Check eligibility, application dates, and key details for this major opportunity.
₹7.12 Cr Digital Arrest Scam in Hyderabad: How to Stay Safe
A retired Hyderabad businessman lost ₹7.12 crore to a digital arrest scam. Learn the fraudsters' modus operandi and 5 crucial steps to protect yourself from such cybercrime.
Notorious Gujarat bootlegger Ajay Shingla arrested in Gurugram
Key liquor supplier Ajay Shingla, wanted in multiple Gujarat prohibition cases, was arrested in Haryana. Police seized devices worth Rs 86,000 to dismantle his interstate network. Read the full story.
Cyber Crime Case Over Fake Alipore Museum Booking Site
Bidhannagar Cyber Police register a case after a fake website mimicking the official Alipore Museum portal is discovered. Official bookings are only via Yatri Saathi app.
Ghaziabad man arrested for illegal firearms supply in Delhi-NCR
Delhi Police's crime branch arrested a 26-year-old man from Ghaziabad for allegedly supplying illegal firearms in the capital region. Two pistols and six cartridges were recovered. Read the full details.
Nagpur: Two arrested for illegal arms, threatening videos
Wadi police in Nagpur arrested two men for illegal firearm possession and circulating threatening videos. The accused have been charged under the Arms Act and Maharashtra Police Act. Read the full details.
BMC Reports Sharp Decline in Dengue Cases for 2024-25
Bidhannagar Municipal Corporation (BMC) areas in Kolkata report a significant reduction in dengue cases, with 440 in 2025 being the third-lowest since 2017. Civic officials credit year-round control measures. Read more.
Ex-IPS Officer Amitabh Thakur Begins Hunger Strike in Jail
Former IPS officer Amitabh Thakur starts indefinite hunger strike in Deoria jail, demanding CCTV footage of his arrest. Court adjourns bail hearing to Saturday. Read the full story.
ED arrests key operative in ₹7 crore digital arrest scam
ED's Jalandhar zonal office dismantles a major cyber-fraud syndicate, arresting Arpit Rathore for his role in the ₹7 crore digital arrest extortion of industrialist S P Oswal. Read the full investigation details.
FIRs Filed in Kolkata Over Defamatory Posts Against Mamata, Dilip Ghosh
Bidhannagar Police registers two separate FIRs over alleged derogatory Facebook posts targeting West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee and BJP leader Dilip Ghosh and his wife. Read the full details.
BMC's New Waste Fees & Fines Start Thursday
Bidhannagar Municipal Corporation introduces slab-wise monthly user charges for door-to-door waste collection and fines for violations. New rules mandate waste segregation at source.
Congress Slams BJP Over Nagpur Christmas Prayer Arrests
Congress strongly condemns BJP after Maharashtra Police arrests Christian priest & 11 others during Christmas prayer in Nagpur. Read the full story.
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