Analysis of 327 candidates in Kolhapur Municipal Corporation polls reveals 29 with criminal cases, while education levels range from PhD to Std III. Most parties avoid fielding candidates with criminal backgrounds.
Two separate road accidents in South and South-East Delhi resulted in fatalities. Police registered cases for rash driving as investigations continue into both incidents.
Haryana Home Secretary Dr Sumita Misra has issued detailed instructions to police and prosecution departments for effective use of plea bargaining provisions under new criminal law to expedite case disposal.
The Bengaluru Airport Police Station has recorded a steady decline in criminal cases over recent years, with officials attributing the drop to enhanced security measures and public awareness.
The Supreme Court has ruled that separate criminal complaints can be filed for each bounced cheque, even if they originate from a single transaction. This decision clarifies Section 138 of the Negotiable Instruments Act.
Koraput vigilance division registered 41 criminal cases against 82 public servants and private persons in 2025, with significant cash and property seizures.
Delhi Police's Special Cell nabs 67-year-old Rambiri for trafficking firearms to gangsters. She used her senior citizen status to evade suspicion. Details on her criminal past and the seized weapons inside.
Pune police analysis reveals 1,560 of 2,650 PMC election applicants have criminal records. 60 face serious charges. Authorities intensify vigil on candidates with serious cases.
Abdul Khader, alias Shoukath, facing assault, rioting, and NDPS charges, has been externed from Dakshina Kannada to Mudigere. Read the full police order details here.
A joint police team arrested wanted criminal Yadram after an exchange of fire near Gurgaon. The accused, carrying a Rs 1 lakh reward, was injured and hospitalized. Read the full encounter details.
A notorious criminal carrying a ₹1 lakh reward was killed in a police encounter in Uttar Pradesh's Banda district. The shootout occurred during a vehicle check operation.
Talib, a criminal wanted in 17 cases including gangrape, was killed in a police encounter in Sultanpur after he opened fire on a joint team. Read the full details of the operation.
Gurgaon and Mewat Crime Branch teams arrested wanted criminal Yadram after a fierce exchange of fire on Sohna road. The accused, carrying a ₹1 lakh reward, was injured and hospitalized. Read the full details of the police operation.
Over 5.5 lakh cheque bounce cases are choking Delhi's courts, causing years of delays. A failed digital court experiment and lack of reforms leave litigants in limbo. Explore the crisis and solutions.
Uttar Pradesh accounts for one-third of India's pending Pocso cases. A new study reveals a high disposal rate but low convictions, highlighting systemic challenges.
Delhi government plans to notify human rabies under the Epidemic Diseases Act to eliminate dog-mediated rabies deaths. The move mandates case reporting from all health facilities to boost surveillance and response.
A man with 14 criminal cases, including attempt to murder and assault, has been externed from Dakshina Kannada district by police. Read the full details of the charges and the legal action taken.
Assistant Commissioner in Mangaluru issues externment order against Ganesh Poojary, shifting him to Hassan district. The accused faces charges including assault and attempt to murder. Read the full details.
Chittorgarh police arrest a fugitive criminal wanted in multiple drug trafficking cases across three districts. The accused, carrying a Rs 15,000 reward, was caught in Operation Sudarshan Chakra. Read the full story.
Coimbatore sees a significant drop in serious crimes like murder and assault in 2025, though drug peddling cases rise. Police report higher conviction rates but struggle with burglaries. Read the full analysis.
Himachal Pradesh CM Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu mandates weekly hearings for land partition cases and sets a March 31 deadline for corrections. Aiming for transparency, he orders a comprehensive land data compilation.
The Anti-Corruption Bureau in Vijayawada registered 115 cases in 2025, achieving a 46% conviction rate. DG Atul Singh outlines plans for 2026, including AI tools to fight graft. Read more.
Supreme Court rules passport authorities cannot deny renewal to an accused if courts allow it. Landmark judgment upholds right to life and liberty under Article 21. Details inside.
Delhi PWD to deploy armed security at Signature Bridge after increased theft & damage. Plan includes armed night guards. Read details on the new security measures.
Ernakulam Rural Police's special drive on New Year's Eve led to 8 narcotics cases & 116 for drunk driving. 1200 officers ensured peaceful celebrations. Read the full report.
Delhi reports only 4 dengue deaths in 2025, with confirmed cases falling to 1,493. MCD data shows a significant decline from previous years, though address verification remains a challenge. Read the full report.
A new report reveals Delhi's high disposal rate for POCSO cases, highlighting progress and challenges in justice for child sexual abuse victims. Read the key findings.
Bihar Deputy CM Vijay Kumar Sinha stated the state government could examine land-related cases against RJD chief Lalu Prasad Yadav if raised in public forums. Read the latest political developments.
Haryana's Additional Chief Secretary announces the state is a national leader in criminal justice system reforms. Discover the key initiatives and their impact.
Chennai police arrest notorious history-sheeter Ambedkar in Andhra Pradesh. He faces over 30 criminal cases, including murder. Read the full story for details on the operation and seized items.