Ambassador Sandeep Arya visits Odisha's Diamond Triangle
India's Ambassador to Bhutan, Sandeep Arya, toured the historic Lalitgiri, Ratnagiri, and Udayagiri Buddhist sites in Jajpur, highlighting their global heritage potential for scholars.
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British Museum hires treasure hunter for stolen artefacts
As calls grow to return colonial-era artefacts, the British Museum seeks a modern 'treasure hunter' to recover stolen items. A look at the irony and changing narratives. Read more.
Ancient Olmec 'Portal to Underworld' Sculpture Returns Home
After a century lost, a massive 2,700-year-old Olmec Cave Mask looted from Mexico is finally restored. Discover the story of its recovery and the fight against antiquities trafficking.
Trial Set for Theft at French President's Palace
Three men will stand trial in February for stealing valuable heritage items from the French President's Élysée Palace. Discover the details of the high-profile theft and its implications for national security.
Louvre Water Leak Damages Hundreds of Artifacts Post-Heist
Paris' Louvre Museum faces fresh crisis as a water leak damages hundreds of Egyptian antiquities, weeks after a multi-million dollar jewel theft. Concerns grow over infrastructure.
Louvre leak damages hundreds of works, sparks overhaul
A water leak at Paris's Louvre Museum damaged 300-400 items in its Egyptian Antiquities department. No unique artefacts were lost. The incident prompts a major security and price review. Read more.
Medical Equipment Stolen from Dumka Hospital
Thieves stole advanced medical instruments from a closed hospital in Hansdiha, Dumka. The theft was discovered during geo-tagging. Police investigation is underway. Read more.
Louvre Museum Water Leak Damages Egyptian Antiquities Books
A water leak at the Louvre Museum in Paris has damaged books in its Egyptian Antiquities department. The incident occurred on June 26, 2024, but no artworks were harmed. Read details.
Delhi Police bust gang sending stolen phones to Nepal
Delhi Police uncovers a major racket in Ashok Vihar where stolen mobile phones were sent to Nepal and money siphoned via UPI. Key arrests made and 40 phones recovered. Read the full investigation details.
Interstate Thief Arrested in Mangaluru, Stolen Goods Recovered
Mangaluru police arrest Adit Gopan, a notorious interstate thief from Kerala, recovering 4 stolen vehicles and gold worth Rs 5 lakh. Read the full story of the police operation.
Rs 21 Lakh Coffee Beans Stolen in Mangaluru Warehouse Theft
A major theft in Mangaluru sees 80 bags of premium coffee beans, valued at Rs 21 lakh, stolen from a private warehouse. Police are investigating the audacious overnight heist.
5 Famous Paintings Whose Originals Are Lost
Explore the stories of five priceless paintings by masters like Vermeer & Raphael, stolen or lost to history. A reminder of our fragile cultural heritage.
Bengaluru Cop Filmed Stealing Rs 11 Lakh from Car
A head constable in Bengaluru was caught on camera stealing Rs 11 lakh from a cybercrime suspect's vehicle. The incident occurred at the police commissioner's office, sparking an investigation.
Hosur: Wife returns husband's stolen ₹5.5 lakh gold watch
In a twist to a Hosur theft case, the wife of the accused returned a stolen gold watch worth ₹5.5 lakh to SIPCOT police. The watch was stolen from a showroom on December 1. Read the full story.
655 Indian Antiquities Retrieved From Foreign Nations Since 1976
India has successfully retrieved 655 antiquities from foreign countries since 1976. The ASI also conserves 3,685 national monuments, enhancing visitor amenities nationwide. Read more on India's heritage recovery efforts.
Odisha Police Bust Burglary Gang, 14 Arrested, ₹40L Recovered
Odisha Police crack a major interstate burglary ring, arresting 14 and recovering stolen property worth ₹40 lakh. Details on the gang's modus operandi and police operation inside.
Nagpur: ₹1.65 Lakh Jewellery Stolen from House in Mungsaji Nagar
A burglary in Nagpur's Mungsaji Nagar saw thieves steal gold and silver ornaments worth ₹1.65 lakh from a locked house while the family attended a wedding. Wathoda Police have registered a case under the new Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita.
Jaipur: Thief steals Rs 50 lakh jewellery from businessman's house
A thief broke into a locked house in Jaipur's Karni Vihar and fled with jewellery worth Rs 50 lakh, cash, and valuables while the family was at a wedding. Police are investigating.
Thief eats $19K pendant, NZ police wait for recovery
A thief in Auckland swallowed a $19,000 James Bond pendant. Police are now waiting for nature to take its course in this bizarre crime-comedy case. Read the unbelievable details.
5 Most Infamous Art Thefts in History
Explore the shocking stories of the world's most notorious art heists, from the Mona Lisa's disappearance to the Gardner Museum robbery. Discover how these crimes changed museum security forever.
Daring Theft at Shop Next to Ludhiana Police Commissioner House
In a bold crime in Ludhiana, thieves broke into a showroom near the Police Commissioner's residence, stealing valuables and the crucial CCTV DVR. Police are investigating.
Masaba Gupta: Birth certificate stolen, leaked to media
Masaba Gupta opens up about her stolen birth certificate leaked to press to label her 'illegitimate'. Read her shocking revelation and its impact on Neena Gupta.
Sean Diddy Combs slams 50 Cent Netflix documentary
Music mogul Sean 'Diddy' Combs calls Netflix's 'Sean Combs: The Reckoning' a shameful hit piece with stolen footage. The documentary, produced by 50 Cent, premieres December 2.
₹5.5 Lakh Gold Watch Stolen in Hosur Showroom Heist
A rare gold watch worth ₹5.5 lakh was stolen from a Titan showroom in Hosur. Police are investigating the theft of the 40th-anniversary timepiece. Read the full details here.
Nagpur Teens Steal 5 Vehicles Worth ₹3.3 Lakh for Joyrides
Pachpaoli police nab three Class 10 students for stealing two-wheelers for thrill and quick money. Five vehicles worth over ₹3.3 lakh recovered. Read the full story.
Udupi: Rs 44.6 Lakh Gold Stolen in Temple Area Burglary
Burglars in Udupi's Badagubettu village stole 368g of gold worth Rs 44.6 lakh from a 53-year-old woman's home near Sharadamba Temple. Police have registered a case. Read for details.
Mumbai Police Arrest Gang Using Stolen Autos for Thefts
Vanrai Police crack down on a burglary gang that used stolen autorickshaws for nighttime crimes in Mumbai. Three arrested, solving five cases. Read the full story.
5 suspected thieves arrested in Chandigarh police raids
Chandigarh police arrested five suspected thieves in coordinated 3-hour raids across multiple locations. The operation recovered stolen vehicles and mobile phones.
Pune Police bust vehicle theft gang, recover 39 vehicles
Pimpri police cracked a major vehicle theft ring, arresting five and recovering 39 vehicles worth ₹15 lakh. Read how a special squad solved the case.
Jalandhar Burglary: Gold, Cash Worth Lakhs Stolen
Thieves targeted a house in Urban Estate, KTHALA, Jalandhar, stealing gold jewellery and ₹3.5 lakh cash. Police investigation underway. #JalandharCrime #Burglary
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