Bengaluru Police Arrest 5 in Extortion, 18-Year-Old Has 30+ Cases
Bengaluru police arrested five individuals, including two minors, for extortion. An 18-year-old suspect faces over 30 criminal cases, highlighting repeat offender issues in the city.
Bengaluru police arrested five individuals, including two minors, for extortion. An 18-year-old suspect faces over 30 criminal cases, highlighting repeat offender issues in the city.
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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.
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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.
A major demolition drive in Bengaluru has cleared illegal structures on land worth Rs 80 crore, leaving numerous families without shelter. Details on the action and its impact inside.
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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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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.
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.
Greater Bengaluru Authority and five city corporations launch redesigned logos and blue-green themed sustainable buildings. Nearly 1,000 concepts were evaluated for the new visual identity.
Bengaluru authorities plan a joint towing drive against illegal parking to ease congestion. New enforcement will involve traffic police and all city corporations. Read more.
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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.
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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.
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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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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.
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Bengaluru police unveil a massive security and traffic plan for New Year's Eve 2025. Key routes restricted, 50 flyovers closed, and 20,000 personnel deployed. Details inside.
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