First Record of Two Rare Snake Species in Rajasthan
A new study documents the first-ever sighting of Wallophis brachyura and Calliophis melanurus snakes in Rajasthan's Pratapgarh district, highlighting the region's rich biodiversity.
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Pratapgarh Police Seize Drugs, Arrest Gangster in Major Crackdown
Pratapgarh police arrested two drug peddlers with 18.43g of methamphetamine and a SUV. In separate ops, a rape accused and a gangster with crude bombs were also nabbed. Read the full details.
Builder Murder Accused Arrested After Varanasi Encounter
Shooter Arvind Yadav, carrying a Rs 1 lakh reward for builder Mahendra Gautam's murder, was arrested after a police encounter in Sarai Mohana. Details on the arrest and the ongoing investigation.
3 Arrested in Sonbhadra Gang-Rape Case After Police Encounter
Sonbhadra police arrested three men for the gang-rape of a 17-year-old tribal girl after a late-night encounter. One accused was shot in the leg. Read the full operation details.
12 Maoists Killed in Chhattisgarh Encounter
Security forces eliminate over a dozen Maoists in Sukma, including a key commander. Separate Bijapur operation sees two more insurgents killed. Details inside.
4-year-old raped, murdered in Bulandshahr; two held after encounter
A four-year-old girl was brutally raped and murdered in Uttar Pradesh's Bulandshahr district. Police arrested two suspects after an encounter. The community is in shock as authorities vow swift justice.
Son kills father in Pratapgarh, cites stepmother influence
Pratapgarh police arrest Udaybhan Yadav for allegedly murdering his father Ramlakhan. The accused blamed his stepmother for family misery. Read the full investigation details.
3 Tamil Nadu Thieves Caught After Police Encounter in Sonbhadra
Sonbhadra police arrested three wanted thieves after an encounter near Churk railway station. Two were injured. ₹1.35 lakh recovered, linked to a ₹10 lakh robbery. Read the full details.
Varanasi: Two triple murder accused arrested after encounter
Two wanted accused in the Gahmar triple murder case were arrested after a police encounter. They sustained bullet injuries in their legs. Read the full details of the incident and the ongoing investigation.
UP Police: 48 Criminals Killed in Encounters in 2025
Uttar Pradesh DGP reveals 48 criminals were neutralized in police encounters in 2025, marking the highest annual figure since 2017. Get the full data breakdown and official statement here.
Prayagraj: Rs 6.1 Cr assets attached under Gangsters Act
Prayagraj court orders attachment of properties worth over Rs 6.10 crore belonging to alleged gangster Mohd Parvez under the UP Gangsters Act. He faces 9 criminal cases. Read the full details.
Criminal, 2 aides arrested after police encounter in Pratapgarh
Police in Pratapgarh arrested a wanted criminal and his two aides after an encounter. The accused were involved in a school theft case. Read the full details of the operation here.
Fugitive caught after 13 years via wedding call intercept
Sandeep Mishra, a history-sheeter who escaped police custody in 2012, was finally arrested in Banda. Police tracked him down after intercepting a call about his son's wedding. Read the full story of the dramatic capture.
Ludhiana: Gunman, Accomplice Arrested After Doraha Shootout
Khanna police arrested a suspected shooter and his aide after an encounter near Doraha. The attack targeted the son of a village sarpanch over a document dispute. Read the full details.
4 Murder Accused Held After Police Encounter in Haryana
Haryana Police arrested four suspects in a murder case following an exchange of fire in Jhajjar. The accused were involved in a brutal killing over a monetary dispute. Read the full details of the encounter.
Bail-jumper held after police encounter for murder in Mathura
A 31-year-old man out on bail was arrested following a police encounter in Mathura for allegedly murdering his friend over suspicion of an illicit affair. Read the full details of the case and police action.
Azamgarh conman arrested for duping women in fake rituals
Azamgarh police arrested an inter-district conman who tricked women under pretext of religious rituals. Jewellery worth ₹1.25 lakh seized. Read the full details of the encounter and modus operandi.
Murder Accused Arrested After Police Encounter in Varanasi
Ghazipur police arrested murder accused Om Singh after an encounter near Mathiya ghat. A country-made pistol was seized. Read the full details of the operation.
Top Maoist Ganesh Uike killed in Odisha encounter
Senior Maoist leader Ganesh Uike, carrying a Rs 1.1 crore bounty, was killed in a Kandhamal encounter. This marks a major blow to the insurgent group in Odisha. Read for details.
Wanted Criminals Injured in Delhi Police Encounter
Delhi Police Special Cell injured two wanted criminals in an encounter in Narela. The accused, involved in multiple heinous crimes, were arrested. Read the full details.
Delhi Police Encounter in Narela Nabs Two Wanted Criminals
Delhi Police arrested two wanted criminals after an encounter in Narela. Arms and ammunition were recovered. Read the full details of the operation.
Cattle Smuggler Arrested After Police Encounter in Prayagraj
A wanted criminal, Mohammad Zeeshan, was injured and arrested in a police encounter in Prayagraj's trans-Yamuna area. A pistol, cartridges, and a motorcycle were recovered. Read the full details of the operation.
Mohali Police's 2025 Crackdown: 10 Gangsters Arrested
Mohali Police and AGTF's year-long operation against organized crime led to 7 armed encounters, 10 arrests, and 1 criminal neutralized, primarily targeting the Goldy Brar-Lawrence Bishnoi gang. Read the full story.
Maoists with Rs 24L bounty killed in Odisha encounter
Two Maoists from Chhattisgarh carrying a combined bounty of Rs 23.65 lakh were killed in a gunfight with security forces in Kandhamal's Gumma forest. This marks the second such encounter in the district this year.
Pratapgarh School Bus Accident: 2 Kids Hurt After Overturn
A school bus accident in Pratapgarh left two children injured after the vehicle overturned near Golahi Nagar Pulia due to steering failure. Police investigation underway.
Bhadohi encounter: Two wanted criminals arrested
Two inter-district criminals, each carrying a reward of Rs 25,000, were arrested after a police encounter in Bhadohi's Kotwali area. Shivam Bharatiya was injured in retaliatory firing. Read the full details.
Four Held After Police Encounter in Panipat's Israna
Haryana Police arrested four suspects after an encounter in Panipat's Israna area. One accused sustained a bullet injury. Details on the operation and seized weapons inside.
UP Police Encounters: 2 Criminals Killed, 5 Arrested
Uttar Pradesh police conducted three separate encounters in Saharanpur, Bulandshahr, and Ballia, resulting in two deaths and five arrests. Key details on the operations and recoveries inside.
Wanted Criminal Held in Pratapgarh, 4 Crude Bombs Seized
Pratapgarh police arrested wanted criminal Kasim Ali, seizing four crude bombs. He faces nine criminal cases across three districts. Read the full details of the arrest and charges.
Sonbhadra: Robber arrested after police encounter near Kali Mandir
Shaktinagar police arrested a man, Sajan, after an encounter near Kali Mandir bus stand. Stolen jewellery and a .32 bore pistol were recovered. Read the full details of the robbery case and police action.
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