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.
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.
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 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
West Bengal battles intense cold with Darjeeling at 1°C and Kolkata at 11.6°C. IMD warns of persistent cold winds and fog. Get the full weather forecast and updates here.
A serving Block Development Officer in Darjeeling's Kalimpong district was seen queuing for a voter revision hearing after being flagged as 'unmapped'. The rare incident raises questions about the electoral roll process. Read the full details.
A serving Block Development Officer in Darjeeling's Lava was seen queuing for a Special Intensive Revision hearing after being flagged as an 'unmapped voter'. The rare incident raises questions on voter registration processes. Read the full details.
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.
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.
West Bengal battles severe cold wave with Kolkata at 10.2°C. IMD forecasts further temperature drop, snowfall in Darjeeling, and dense fog across districts. Stay updated.
The GTA plans to transform the long-neglected Jamuni tourist complex near Darjeeling into a sustainable tourism hub by partnering with private investors. Read more.
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.
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.
Television stars Urvashi Dholakia and Ektaa Kapoor celebrated New Year's with a fun getaway to Darjeeling. See their photos and videos from the scenic holiday.
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.
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.
India's Tea Board will implement a strict SOP within two weeks to stop inferior, cheap tea from Nepal, safeguarding Darjeeling's industry. A ₹1,500 crore scheme is also announced. Read more.
GTA chief Anit Thapa stated that Gorkhaland statehood cannot be won via electoral politics, urging a shift in public thinking and cooperation with the Bengal government. Read his full critique.
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'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.
Bhavesh Ghatani from Darjeeling was arrested for impersonating an Indian Army subedar. Investigation reveals suspected Pakistani links, cyber blackmail, and financial transactions. Read the full security implications.
GTA reopens crucial Rohini route to Darjeeling, slashing travel time. However, alleged Army restrictions near Ghum cause severe tourist season gridlock. Get the full update.
Congress strongly condemns BJP after Maharashtra Police arrests Christian priest & 11 others during Christmas prayer in Nagpur. Read the full story.
IMD forecasts light snowfall in Darjeeling on Jan 1-2, 2026, with cold day conditions in south Bengal. Get the full district-wise temperature and fog forecast for West Bengal's first week.
Planning a winter trip to Darjeeling? Our 2025 guide covers current weather, must-visit spots, travel routes, and pro tips for a magical Himalayan getaway.
A Mumbai woman was swindled of Rs 3.71 crore in a sophisticated 'digital arrest' cyber fraud. The accused impersonated a senior police official and even 'Justice Chandrachud'. Read how the scam unfolded.
West Bengal faces a chilly week with snowfall predicted in Darjeeling hills and dense fog in multiple districts till January 3. Get the full weather forecast and travel advisories here.