Bhitarkanika Crocodile Count Hits 1,858 in 2026
The annual reptile census in Bhitarkanika National Park reveals a rise in salt-water crocodiles to 1,858 in 2026 from 1,826 in 2025, marking continued conservation success.
The annual reptile census in Bhitarkanika National Park reveals a rise in salt-water crocodiles to 1,858 in 2026 from 1,826 in 2025, marking continued conservation success.
A 51-year-old man in Kendrapada suffered severe injuries after a kite string coated with Chinese manja got entangled around his neck while riding his motorcycle.
Senior Congress leader and former Bari-Derabisi MLA Kulamani Rout passed away at a private hospital in Bhubaneswar. The 78-year-old politician had been unwell for over a year.
Unidentified criminals broke into a Kendrapada jewellery showroom, threatening the owner with a revolver before fleeing with 12 kg silver and 220 g gold worth Rs 50 lakh. Police suspect local involvement.
A mother and son suffered severe acid burns in Bachara village after a neighbor attacked them during a land dispute. Police have arrested the accused.
Pradeep Nanda, owner of Jagannath jewellery shop, was attacked by unidentified miscreants who chopped off his palms and looted gold ornaments and cash in Kendrapada district.
Mumbai's 2025 crime report shows a 13% increase in crimes against women and 7% rise against children. Cyber crime fell 5%, but experts warn of under-reporting. Street crime surged 55%.
Rajasthan DGP announces R4C will be a Centre of Excellence for cyber crime, with centralized info sharing. Learn how this initiative and new helpline training aim to protect citizens.
Haryana Police arrested four wanted criminals after a fierce encounter in Rewari. The accused, involved in multiple serious crimes, were injured and hospitalized. Read the full details of the operation.
A 38-year-old man was arrested in Kendrapada for allegedly raping a woman at her home. He scaled the wall, threatened her, and was booked under the new Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita. Read the full details.
Tripura's crime rate plunges to a two-decade low in 2025 with an 8.3% overall decline. Property crimes down 16%, murders fall 18%. Read the full report.
Pimpri Chinchwad police report a decline in serious crimes in 2025. Key strategies included mapping 1,585 criminals, targeting 1,045 sensitive spots, and using the PC City app for public involvement. Read the full analysis.
Vadodara's DCB invokes stringent GujCTOC Act against 8 gang members for a decade of terror involving 152+ cases. Read about the crackdown on organised crime.
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Pune police arrest two youths, detain two minors for abducting & murdering a 17-year-old boy in Katraj. The victim was lured using a fake girl's social media profile. Details inside.
A tragic murder-suicide in Tirupati's Maruthi Nagar leaves a man and a woman dead after a heated argument. Police investigate the case. Read the full details.
Rajkot Crime Branch invokes stringent GujCTOC Act against 14 associates of the notorious Batli Gang, arresting nine. Gang leader Savan Vaghela already in jail. Read more.
A suspected poacher, Nitai Manna, 37, was electrocuted by his own live-wire trap in Kendrapada's Bhitarkanika forest. Forest officials seized evidence, while his wife insists he was a fisherman. Read the full investigation details.
Tension escalated in Kendrapada's Rajnagar after BDO Tilottama Prusti was allegedly abused. BJP supporters led by Lalit Behera entered her office, leading to protests. Police investigation underway.
A 21-year-old man was murdered in Tarikere, Chikkamagaluru, allegedly by the brother of a girl whose photo he posted online. The victim had wished her a happy birthday. Police have registered a case.
NTR Police Commissionerate reports a significant 21.66% decline in overall crimes for 2025. Key improvements seen in property offences, crimes against women, and road safety. Read the full annual crime review analysis.
Avadi city police report a significant decline in violent and property crimes in 2025. Murders fell 21%, chain-snatching 35%, aided by NAFIS tech and strategic policing. Read the full report.
Haryana Police records a significant 5.7% decline in overall crime in 2025, with sharp drops in rape, robbery, and murder cases. Proactive operations lead to over 4,000 offenders jailed. Read the full report.
New data reveals a sharp rise in homicides, rapes, and robberies in key US cities like Atlanta and LA. As President Trump pushes federal intervention, a political battle over law and order intensifies. Read the full analysis.
A 17-year-old boy was brutally stoned to death at Badnera railway station in Amravati. Police swiftly arrested two adults and detained two minors. This marks the sixth murder in the area in six months.
A charitable trust founded by a US professor awarded scholarships to 400 students in Kendrapada, with 85% going to girls. The funds aim to support higher education and career dreams. Read more about this inspiring initiative.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah details a comprehensive national strategy against organised crime, focusing on coordination, technology, and stringent laws. Read the full plan.
A school teacher, Rao Danish Ali, was shot dead on the Aligarh Muslim University campus. AMU Proctor confirms the incident, sparking security concerns. Read the latest details.
An NRI professor's charitable trust in Kendrapada has provided scholarships to 10,000 students, focusing on girls' education, and aids cancer patients. Learn about his 18-year journey and future Rs 1.5 crore endowment plan.
Thieves stole idols, ornaments worth ₹20 lakh from five temples in Kendrapada's Dhola & Nalapari villages. Police probe insider angle. Read for details & updates.