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Trump Details Final Seconds of Maduro's Capture
US special forces captured Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro in a complex overnight raid. Trump reveals details of steel doors, gunfire, and a failed escape bid. Read the full story.
BJP MLA's son caught in Hyderabad drug raid, sent to rehab
Son of an Andhra Pradesh BJP MLA was detained by EAGLE in a Hyderabad villa raid for alleged drug consumption. He tested positive, resisted officials, and was sent to a de-addiction centre. Details inside.
Supaul Police raid hotel, arrest 10 gamblers, seize ₹6.25 lakh
Supaul Police cracked down on a gambling den at Lohia Chowk, arresting 10 and seizing cash, phones, vehicles. SP Sharath RS vows strict action against illegal activities.
Major Raid in Amravati Targets Illegal Moneylending Network
Cooperative department raids in Amravati's Savla village uncover 96 suspicious documents & 27 agricultural assets linked to illegal moneylending. Action initiated under Maharashtra Moneylending Act. Read the full details.
Bengaluru NYE 2025: Thin Crowds, Strong Police Hit Pub Biz
Bengaluru's New Year celebrations saw thinner crowds and robust police deployment, ensuring safety but impacting business for city-centre pubs and restaurants. Read the full report.
Bengaluru Lokayukta Raids BDA Official, Finds Rs 1.53 Crore
Bengaluru Lokayukta uncovers disproportionate assets worth Rs 1.53 crore in raid on BDA survey supervisor. Case registered under Prevention of Corruption Act. Read the full investigation details.
Shadow Cresselia Raid Guide: Counters & Strategy for 2025-26
Shadow Cresselia is back as a formidable 5-star Shadow Raid Boss in Pokemon GO. Learn the best counters, battle strategy, and catch tips for this tough Psychic-type encounter from 2025 into early 2026.
Lokayukta Arrests SPP in Bribery Case
Karnataka Lokayukta police arrest a Special Public Prosecutor on bribery charges. The SPP was handling a caste abuse case from Telangana. Read the full details.
Lokayukta Arrests Special Public Prosecutor for Bribery
Karnataka Lokayukta police arrest Special Public Prosecutor K. N. Shashikumar for allegedly demanding a Rs 5 lakh bribe. The sting operation highlights anti-corruption efforts in the state's legal system. Read the full details.
Lokayukta Arrests SPP for Bribery in Karnataka
Karnataka Lokayukta police arrest Special Public Prosecutor P Prasanna Kumar for allegedly accepting a Rs 50,000 bribe. The trap was laid based on a complaint from a murder case accused. Read the full details of the corruption scandal.
Govt Prosecutor Held for Bribery in Kalaburagi
Kalaburagi Lokayukta police arrested special public prosecutor Rajamahendra G for demanding a Rs 50,000 bribe. Caught red-handed accepting Rs 25,000. Read the full details of the anti-corruption operation.
HC: Offence is demanding, accepting bribe
Karnataka High Court upholds bribery proceedings against assistant prosecutor, ruling the crime is in the demand, not the completion of work. Key details inside.
HC rejects prosecutor's plea to quash Lokayukta bribery case
Karnataka High Court dismisses assistant public prosecutor's petition against Lokayukta proceedings in a Rs 40,000 bribery case. Justice MI Arun clarifies that demanding a bribe is an offence regardless of work outcome.
AIDSO Demands Probe into RCU Belagavi Corruption Scandal
AIDSO demands an independent probe into alleged multi-crore corruption at Rani Channamma University, citing tender cost escalation and bribery. Read more.
Karnataka HC Refuses to Quash Bribery Case Against Prosecutor
Karnataka High Court dismisses an Assistant Public Prosecutor's plea to quash a bribery case. The court upholds the FIR, citing sufficient grounds for investigation. Read the full details.
DCA Raids Quack's Clinic, Seizes Illegal Drugs Worth ₹15,011
Drugs Control Administration officials raided an unlicensed clinic in Karimnagar, seizing illegal steroids and antibiotics. The crackdown highlights the public health risks of unauthorized drug sales. Read more.
Bengaluru Drug Bust: 17L Chemicals Seized in Major Raid
Bengaluru police bust three drug manufacturing units, seizing 17 litres of chemicals and mephedrone worth Rs 55.88 crore. Details on the major crackdown here.
RCU Tender Scandal: Lokayukta Complaint Exposes Multi-Crore Scam
A Lokayukta complaint exposes a major tender rigging scandal at Rani Channamma University. Officials allegedly took bribes, used substandard paper, and violated multiple govt orders. Read the full investigation details.
Pune Excise Raids Illegal Liquor Party at Viman Nagar Pub
Pune excise department raided The Noir pub in Viman Nagar, booking 52 people and seizing items worth ₹3.67 lakh in an illegal liquor party. 21 squads formed for New Year vigilance.
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Teacher Sentenced to 4 Years in Jail for Accepting Bribe
A teacher in Barwani, Madhya Pradesh, was sentenced to four years of rigorous imprisonment for demanding a bribe for salary arrears. Read the full details of the Lokayukta trap and court verdict.
Surat Residents Bust Illegal Liquor Den, Police Arrest 1
Residents of Mahadev Nagar in Surat took matters into their own hands, raiding an illegal country liquor den. Police seized 18 litres of liquor and arrested one alleged operator. Read the full story.
Bengaluru ACP Arrested for Taking ₹4 Lakh Bribe
A senior Bengaluru police officer, ACP Nagesh R, was arrested by the Lokayukta for accepting a ₹4 lakh bribe from a hotel owner. Read the full details of the anti-corruption operation.
Odisha HC sets Jan 13 deadline for Lokayukta report
Orissa High Court directs state govt to file report on Lokayukta search committee by Jan 13. The anti-corruption body has been defunct for over a year, stalling hundreds of cases.
Bengaluru ACP Arrested for Rs 30,000 Bribe
A Bengaluru ACP was caught red-handed accepting a bribe of Rs 30,000 from a hotel manager. The officer had demanded Rs 50,000 for allowing late-night operations. Read the full details of the Lokayukta's anti-corruption operation.
US Judge Rules ICE Raid Violated Constitution
A federal judge finds ICE agents violated the Fourth Amendment during a New York factory raid, questioning aggressive immigration tactics. Read the full details.
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Karnataka Lokayukta seizes Rs 19.2 cr assets in raids
Karnataka Lokayukta Police uncovers disproportionate assets worth Rs 19.2 crore from four government officials in statewide raids. Read the full details of the massive crackdown.
Dewas Police Constable Caught Red-Handed in Bribery Sting
A head constable in Dewas was arrested by Lokayukta for accepting a Rs 10,000 bribe to suppress a domestic complaint. The sting operation unfolded at the women's police station. Read the full details.
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