US Pauses Visas for 75 Countries Over Welfare Fears
The US State Department suspends visa processing for 75 countries to prevent applicants likely to become public charges from entering America. The indefinite pause starts January 21.
The US State Department suspends visa processing for 75 countries to prevent applicants likely to become public charges from entering America. The indefinite pause starts January 21.
The Trump administration terminates Temporary Protected Status for Somali nationals, requiring approximately 2,500 people to leave the United States by mid-March 2025.
China pledges strong support for Somalia's sovereignty after Israel recognizes Somaliland, deepening ties with Mogadishu and posing a new diplomatic challenge. Read the full analysis.
Chennai cyber crime wing arrests two from Erode in a major online fraud case where a retired forest officer lost ₹6.58 crore. Details on the multi-state investigation inside.
A Thane HR manager was duped of Rs 36.74 lakh in a sophisticated online investment fraud. The scam promised high returns via a WhatsApp group. Learn how to protect yourself from such financial scams.
Somalia's defence minister alleges Israel plans to forcibly relocate Palestinians to Somaliland, calling it a violation of international law. Israel and Somaliland deny the claims.
Somalia's Defence Minister alleges Israel is planning to relocate Palestinians to Somaliland. Read the explosive claims and the regional implications.
The OIC Foreign Ministers' Council strongly condemned Israel's recognition of Somaliland, calling it a blatant violation of international law and a threat to Somalia's sovereignty.
Two women and an elderly man in Kolkata were cheated of ₹1.5 lakh total by fraudsters posing as helpers at ATMs and banks. Police suspect an organised gang is behind these incidents.
Tirupati police arrest Veehan Foods MD & managers for cheating 500 people via fake franchise schemes. Victims lured with promises of rent, salary & high commissions. Read the full investigation details.
A 78-year-old retired professor in Lucknow was held under 'digital arrest' for 15 days by cyber fraudsters posing as CBI officers, who siphoned off Rs 92 lakh. Police urge citizens to report such scams immediately on helpline 1930.
Kolkata Police arrests mastermind Jayanta Ghosh from Gujarat for a Rs 2 crore loan fraud using forged documents of a 75-year-old woman. Read how the scam unfolded.
Karnataka police have recovered Rs 627 crore lost to cybercrime in three years, with Rs 470 crore already returned to victims. Learn how to protect yourself and report fraud.
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz defiantly rejects calls to resign after ending re-election bid over a massive welfare fraud scandal. Details on the political fallout and national implications.
Kolkata Police warns of rising online fraud using fake Sebi & RBI identities. Learn how scammers operate on social media and how to protect your investments.
Hamirpur police arrest an absconding accused from Uttar Pradesh in a 2022 online fraud case involving Rs 16.33 lakh. SP warns against sharing info on unknown links.
Israel's Foreign Minister Gideon Saar visited Somaliland, confirming plans to open an embassy. The move, recognising Somaliland's sovereignty, has triggered strong condemnation from Somalia and the African Union. Read the full story.
US President Donald Trump announces a fraud investigation in California, alleging massive corruption under Governor Newsom. Details on EDD scams, $32B in unemployment fraud, and political fallout.
Somalia's crisis is not sudden but a result of decades of conflict, weak governance, and climate shocks. Explore the deep-rooted history from Siad Barre's rule to the rise of Al-Shabaab and the ongoing struggle for stability.
Dadar police chargesheet a developer for allegedly cheating Motilal Oswal Finance by selling mortgaged land. The Rs 158 crore loan fraud case dates back to 2014. Read the full investigation details.
A 66-year-old retired police ASI in Bhopal lost Rs 2.40 lakh after clicking a fake 'life certificate' link on Facebook. Learn how the cyber fraud unfolded and how to protect yourself from similar online scams.
An assistant bank manager in Karnataka's Bantwal taluk is accused of misappropriating Rs 71.4 lakh from an ATM over 22 months and stealing gold. Police investigation is ongoing.
Chief Justice of India Surya Kant reveals shocking scale of cyber fraud targeting senior citizens in Bihar, urging vigilance and stronger legal safeguards. Read more.
A Moga-based businessman was duped of Rs 8.5 lakh by cyber criminals posing as police. Learn the details of this online fraud and how to protect yourself.
A Bank of Baroda assistant manager in Bantwal, Karnataka, has been booked for an ATM fraud of Rs 71.41 lakh. The scam was uncovered during an inspection that also revealed stolen gold worth Rs 55,000. Read the full investigation details.
A 73-year-old retired finance officer in Lucknow was swindled of nearly Rs 90 lakh after cybercriminals posing as Mumbai police held him under a 25-day 'digital arrest'. Read how the scam unfolded and learn to stay safe.
The US SBA suspends 6,900 borrowers in Minnesota over a massive $400 million COVID loan fraud scandal. Key figures face bans and federal prosecution. Read the full investigation details.
Police in Rae Bareli register an FIR against 48 individuals for a Rs 9.2 crore banking fraud at a Bank of Baroda branch using forged KYC and income documents. Read the full investigation details.
Jaipur police dismantled a cyber financial fraud network, arresting two for hacking phones & misusing cards. Learn how they used instant delivery & crypto to hide trails.
A Chandigarh resident was cheated of ₹27 lakh in an elaborate online scam. The fraudsters posed as officials from the Mumbai Crime Branch and RBI. Read the full story to learn how to protect yourself.