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Crime Spree in Punjab's Doaba: 12+ Thefts, Robberies
Punjab's Doaba region faces a crime surge with over 12 thefts, armed robberies & an ATM heist reported in days. Read about the incidents, police response & political blame game.
Ludhiana ATM Robbery Linked to Kapurthala, Jalandhar Heists
Police connect a Ludhiana ATM robbery to similar heists in Kapurthala & Jalandhar. A white Swift car gang targets unguarded kiosks using gas cutters. Read about the security lapses and ongoing probe.
Minor in Gang Steals Gold Worth Rs 3.13 Lakh from Ahmedabad Showroom
A gang, including a 12-year-old boy, executed a coordinated theft at Shri Laxmi Jewellers in Ahmedabad, stealing gold earrings worth over Rs 3.13 lakh. Police are investigating.
NHM Punjab Hiring 300 Specialist Doctors
NHM Punjab invites applications for 300 Specialist Doctor posts. Apply online by Jan 8, 2026. No application fee. Salary ₹45,000/month. Check eligibility.
Bihar ATM Gas Cutter Thefts: Rs 1.54 Crore Stolen
A spate of gas-cutter attacks on SBI ATMs across Bihar has led to a multi-state probe. Police suspect a Haryana-based organised gang. Read the full investigation details.
Punjab's Rs 25,000 Cr Railway Push: New Trains, Revived Links
Punjab witnesses a massive railway transformation in 2025 with Rs 5,421 crore budget, new Vande Bharat, and revival of stalled projects worth Rs 25,000 crore. Read about the state's rail infrastructure leap.
Rajkot: Worker steals gold worth Rs 36.4 lakh from workshop
A jewellery workshop employee in Rajkot's Sonibazar allegedly stole 320g of 22-carat gold ornaments. The accused, Ajay Malik, is absconding. Police investigation is underway.
Nizamabad ATM theft: ₹30 lakh stolen, police probe gang links
Burglars stole ₹30 lakh from two ATMs in Nizamabad. Police have formed 5 SITs, suspecting a professional gang from Rajasthan or Maharashtra. Read the latest details.
Ludhiana ATM looted; robbers escape with cash tray
Unidentified robbers stole an ATM cash tray in Ludhiana's Basti Jodhewal. The kiosk was unlocked and unguarded. Police are investigating. Read for details.
Temple theft accused shot, crown recovered in Gopalganj
In a dramatic police operation, an accused in the Rs 1.08 crore Thawe Bhawani Temple theft was injured. The stolen crown was recovered. Read the full story of the digital heist.
3 Women Arrested for Gold Chain Theft in Puttur
Karnataka police arrest three women for allegedly stealing a 14-gram gold chain from a 67-year-old devotee at a Puttur temple. Details on the incident and investigation inside.
Delhi Police arrest ATM theft mastermind after year-long chase
Delhi Police Crime Branch arrests Mubarik Ali, the alleged mastermind behind a series of North India ATM thefts, following a 2,000-km surveillance operation. Read the full story.
ATM looted in Khajurala village near Phagwara
Unidentified thieves looted an ATM in Khajurala village, Phagwara, stealing ₹16.8 lakh. Police are investigating the heist which occurred early Friday. Read for details.
3 Women Held for Gold Theft at Puttur Temple
Karnataka police arrest three women for stealing a 14-gram gold chain from a 67-year-old devotee at a Puttur temple. Details on the incident and arrests inside.
Bettiah ATM Robbery Leads to Police Suspensions
Three sub-inspectors suspended and eight personnel face salary hold after lapses during Rs 24 lakh ATM heist in West Champaran. Internal probe reveals negligence in night patrol.
Patna Police Bust ATM Fraud Gang, 12 Arrested
Patna police crack down on a sophisticated ATM fraud ring using card trapping and PIN theft. 12 arrested, mastermind still at large. Learn how to protect yourself.
Punjab teachers reject Rs 10 lakh compensation, demand justice
Teachers' organisations in Punjab reject govt's Rs 10 lakh ex gratia for deceased colleagues, term it discriminatory. They demand Rs 2 crore each & govt jobs for kin. Read more.
Punjab Police's 2025 Paradox: High Busts, Low Morale
Punjab Police touts record drug hauls in 2025, but targeted killings, grenade attacks, and High Court interventions expose deep law & order challenges. Read the full analysis.
Copper wire theft hits Har Ghar Jal water tank in Lucknow
Thieves stole 400m of costly copper wire from a solar-powered water tank under Har Ghar Jal Mission in Udaipur village, Lucknow, disrupting supply. Police probe underway.
Nabha EO fined Rs 3 lakh for illegal power connection
Nabha municipal council EO Gurcharan Singh faces a Rs 3 lakh penalty for alleged power theft via an illegal hook-up from a civic water motor. The discovery adds to the ongoing trolley theft controversy. Read the full story.
GPS-Using Auto Thieves Arrested in Delhi's Dwarka
Delhi Police arrested two men in Dwarka for using GPS devices to track and steal cars from their own workshop. The accused installed trackers during repairs. Read the full investigation details.
₹20 Lakh Temple Burglary in Kendrapada: 5 Temples Hit
Thieves stole idols, ornaments worth ₹20 lakh from five temples in Kendrapada's Dhola & Nalapari villages. Police probe insider angle. Read for details & updates.
Bhopal: BTech Students Held for Failed ATM Heist
Two BTech students and an accomplice attempted to steal an ATM in Bhopal's Govindpura to fund their drug addiction and luxury lifestyle. Police have arrested two, search on for the third. Read the full story.
Sheep, goats are ATM of the poor, says Centre
The Indian government highlights the critical role of small ruminants in poverty alleviation, urging for research-driven growth and stronger veterinary services to unlock the sector's full potential.
Inside Job Theft at French Presidential Palace
A major theft at the French presidential palace, described as an inside job, follows the Louvre robbery. Get the latest details on this shocking security breach.
ATM Gang Leader with Rs 50K Reward Arrested in Nuh
Haryana Police STF arrests inter-state ATM cutter gang leader Niyamat and associate Ranveer in Nuh. Accused wanted in multiple theft cases across four states. Details inside.
Patna ATM Heist: Rs 14.5 Lakh Stolen in 6 Minutes
A professional gang stole Rs 14.5 lakh from an HDFC Bank ATM in Patna's Nasriganj using a gas cutter. City SP visited the site, an SIT is probing. Read the full details.
Cybercrime syndicate busted in Motihari, 3 arrested
East Champaran police cyber cell arrests 3 gang members involved in Rs 3 crore fraud. Cash, phones, ATM cards seized. Read how the scam was uncovered.
Thieves steal ₹23.52 lakh from two SBI ATMs in Bettiah
Criminals used gas cutters to break into two SBI ATMs in West Champaran's Bettiah, escaping with ₹23.52 lakh. Police suspect the same gang behind both heists. Read the full investigation details.
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