A Mumbai resident has been arrested for allegedly plotting to extort Rs 5 crore from an Andhra Pradesh MP by threatening to leak RTI data. His associates also robbed the MP's PA of Rs 70,000.
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An Indian-origin man in Brampton, Canada, survived a shooting at his home and a $500,000 extortion threat. Peel Police's special task force is investigating the rising crime targeting the South Asian community.
A Ludhiana garment trader received a Rs 10 crore extortion demand via WhatsApp from a caller claiming to be 'Hari Boxer' of the Lawrence Bishnoi gang. Police have registered an FIR and are investigating.
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Vinobha Bhave Nagar police arrest Natasha Dogra for allegedly cheating a Kurla interior designer of Rs 10 lakh via an online escort scam. She used threats and false promises to extort money. Read the full details.
Three masked assailants fired bullets at a Ludhiana trader's shop after WhatsApp extortion calls demanding Rs 50 lakh. The brazen attack was recorded on CCTV. Read the full details.
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A Ghatkopar hotelier accuses a woman of financial exploitation and criminal intimidation, alleging she demanded ₹2 crore after a consensual relationship. Parksite police have registered a case.
President of Karnal Arhtiyas Association, Ramesh Verma, receives a chilling Rs 2 crore extortion call. Police launch investigation as threats target commission agents' community. Read details.
A Ghatkopar hotelier alleges a woman extorted ₹22 lakh, threatened social defamation. Parksite police book her for financial exploitation and criminal intimidation. Read the full story.
Manvendra Singh Chauhan in Jhunjhunu received a Rs 3 crore extortion call from a man claiming to be 'Harry Boxer' of the Lawrence Bishnoi gang. Police have registered a case and are investigating.
A scammer impersonated Inspector Vijay Kumar, SHO of PAU police station, to extort money. The calls originated from a Pakistani number. Police urge public vigilance.
BJP's Mumbai chief Pavan Tripathi unveils plans for a religious tourism corridor linking four major temples, predicts Mahayuti's big win in BMC polls, and commits to a slum-free, secure Mumbai. Read the full interview.
Malad Police arrested Sanjay Yadav for extorting money from suburban traders by posting damaging complaints on X (Twitter). Authorities urge other victims to come forward.
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Malad Police arrested Sanjay Yadav for extorting money from suburban traders by posting online complaints on X (Twitter). Police urge other victims to come forward.
Malad Police arrested Sanjay Yadav for extorting money from small traders by posting damaging complaints on X (Twitter). Authorities urge other victims to come forward.
A cloth trader in Amritsar receives a chilling Rs 50 lakh extortion call. Police register a case and launch a manhunt for the accused. Read the full details of the crime and investigation.
Mumbai's air quality worsens sharply, with AQI slipping to 'moderate' and 'poor' levels. Navi Mumbai's Nerul and Sanpada are worst hit. Experts blame winter conditions and construction dust. Stay informed and protect your health.
Mumbai's air quality deteriorated sharply on Sunday, with an overall AQI of 144. Byculla recorded the worst pollution at 194. Read the full report on the haze and forecast.
As Mumbai gears up for BMC elections, the city's severe parking crisis demands immediate action. With the highest vehicle density and lowest road length among metros, a holistic policy is the need of the hour. Read more.
Jaipur police arrest three constables and a civilian for allegedly extorting Rs 17 lakh from an NIC employee in a staged interception. Details of the conspiracy revealed.
A Jaipur businessman received extortion threats demanding Rs 5 crore via WhatsApp calls from numbers claiming to be Rohit Godara gang. Police have registered an FIR and are investigating the authenticity of the threats. Read more.
Mumbai's Metro 3 Aqua Line is transforming daily commutes and social lives. Retired couples and young professionals share how the new infrastructure saves time, reduces stress, and opens up the city. Discover the impact and the challenges that remain.
Maharashtra govt launches 'Green Mumbai' with climate budgeting, 411 km metro, 5,000 e-buses to cut CO2. CM Fadnavis aims for clean air & sustainable growth.
Two women arrested for allegedly demanding Rs 10 crore from the father of a man accused in a miscarriage assault case get bail. Read the full details of the legal battle.
Mangaluru police arrest two for trying to extort money from a cattle owner in Dakshina Kannada. One suspect is absconding. Details on the case and police action inside.
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