10 Militants Held in Manipur for Extortion
Security forces in Manipur arrest 10 militants from banned outfits involved in extortion. Details on the operations across Thoubal, Kakching, and Imphal West districts.
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Two boys killed by stray bullets at Etah pre-wedding event
Two boys, aged 12 and 17, died after being hit by stray bullets at a family wedding in Etah's Ubhai village. Police have detained six people as investigations into celebratory gunfire continue.
Cheetah Cub Killed on Highway, Project Faces Setback
A young cheetah reintroduced to India was killed by a speeding vehicle on the Agra-Mumbai Highway, raising safety concerns for the ambitious revival project. Read the full report.
Agra artisans hopeful after PM gifts marble chess set to Putin
Prime Minister Modi's gift of an Agra marble chess set to President Putin has ignited hopes for a GI tag and global recognition for the city's skilled artisans. Read more.
Dhule-Pimpalgaon NH to be widened to six lanes
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari announces six-laning of Dhule-Pimpalgaon Baswant NH section. Work starts after April 2026. Read about penalties, delays, and the new DPR.
Alambagh Water Pipeline Burst: Repairs Expected This Week
A key water pipeline burst near Nahariya Crossing in Lucknow's Alambagh last Wednesday, worsening traffic on the busy route. Officials say repairs will be completed this week. Read more for details and commuter reactions.
Patna Police arrests wanted criminal Subodh Rai from Ludhiana
Patna Police arrests Subodh Rai, a criminal with a Rs 25,000 reward, from Ludhiana. Wanted for murder, extortion, and Arms Act violations, his capture is a major breakthrough. Read the full story.
Kasganj Wedding Dispute: 3 Dead After Car Rampage
A dispute over loud DJ music at a Kasganj wedding turned fatal as a man ran his car over five people, killing three. Get the shocking details of the tragic incident.
Two UP Police Constables Suspended for Extortion in Aligarh
Two constables from Rorawar police station in Aligarh were suspended after a video surfaced showing them extorting money from a truck driver. A corruption case has been registered. Read for details.
Patna Police arrests wanted criminal Subodh Rai from Ludhiana
Patna Police arrests Subodh Rai, a criminal with a Rs 25,000 reward, from Ludhiana. Wanted for murder, extortion, and Arms Act violations, his capture is a major breakthrough. Read the full story.
Whitefield techie's suicide note alleges Rs 20 lakh extortion
Murali Govindaraju, 45, found dead in his under-construction Nallurahalli home. A 10-page note accuses GBA officials and a couple of harassment and extortion. Read the tragic details.
Woman alleges brother forced property transfer via fake SIR pretext
A Gurgaon-based tailor from Agra files an FIR alleging her brother and three others coerced her into signing fraudulent property documents under the guise of electoral roll revision. Police have registered a case.
NBA's Matt Barnes loses $61k in AI deepfake extortion scam
Ex-NBA star Matt Barnes reveals he paid $61,000 in an AI-powered deepfake extortion scheme. The scam, involving fabricated videos, exposes a growing digital threat to celebrities. Read the shocking details.
Bhopal Cops Suspended for Misbehaving with Doctors
Two Bhopal police constables suspended after junior doctors alleged extortion and verbal abuse at Kaliasot Dam. Police Commissioner orders probe. Read details.
Goa man held for online harassment, extorting ex-girlfriend
Goa Cyber Crime Cell arrests a man from Karnataka for sharing explicit content, demanding sexual favours, and extorting Rs 35,000 from his ex-girlfriend online. Read the full details.
Gujarat HC grants bail to 9 cops in crypto extortion case
Gujarat High Court grants conditional bail to nine police constables convicted in the 2018 kidnapping and Bitcoin extortion case of Surat businessman Shailesh Bhatt. Details inside.
BLOs in Agra, Mathura Felicitated for Timely Digitisation Work
Booth-level officers in Agra and Mathura were felicitated for completing the digitisation of enumeration forms ahead of the Special Intensive Revision deadline. Read about their achievements and the district's high completion rates.
Agra: Two arrested in extortion racket using obscene videos
Agra police arrest two for running an extortion racket. Accused spiked drinks, filmed victims, and demanded lakhs. Key gang members still at large. Read the full investigation details.
Gang extorting Dharavi workshops busted, one arrested
Mumbai police arrest one, hunt three for extorting Dharavi workshop owners by falsely accusing them of child labour. Read how the gang's scam was exposed.
India News in Photos: December 2, 2025 Highlights
A visual journey across India on December 2, 2025: Smog shrouds the Taj Mahal, a mega kite festival in Kerala, and the Winter Session begins in Parliament. See the day's best photos.
10,000 Farmers Block Agra-Mumbai Highway, Demands Forwarded
A massive farmer protest that paralyzed the Agra-Mumbai National Highway for a day was suspended after the Dhar district administration agreed to forward their MSP and loan waiver demands to state and central governments. Read the full details.
Cybercrime Ring Posing as ATS Officers Busted in UP
Fatehpur Police arrests 3 in a major cybercrime crackdown. The syndicate, linked to SE Asia, extorted ₹41.10 lakh from a senior citizen using fake money-laundering charges. Details inside.
Youth files complaint against Bengaluru airport café over worm in food
A 19-year-old has filed a police complaint against a restaurant at Kempegowda International Airport, alleging he found a worm in his food and was falsely implicated in an extortion case. Police have registered a case against the establishment.
Agra's World AIDS Day Parade Focuses on TB Prevention for HIV
Agra health department's World AIDS Day parade united 300+ participants. CMO Dr. Arun Kumar Srivastava emphasized crucial 6-month TB preventive therapy for HIV patients. Read more.
Taj Mahotsav shifts venue after 34 years in Agra
Agra's iconic Taj Mahotsav relocates from Shilpgram after 34 years. New venue near 'I Love Agra' selfie point. Feb 18-27 dates confirmed. Explore the changes!
Canada's $6.2M Fight Against Indian Extortion
Canada launches a multi-million dollar offensive against extortion rings targeting the Indian community. New funding for police, victim support, and youth programs announced.
Agra: UP's New Divorce Capital with 762 Cases
Agra transforms from city of eternal love to UP's divorce hub with 762 petitions in September. Small towns lead the breakup boom as women assert rights and attitudes shift across Uttar Pradesh.
Life term for man who beheaded boy in Agra robbery
Agra court sentences Ayush Sharma to life imprisonment for murdering 9-year-old Krish during robbery attempt. Read the full details of this heartbreaking case.
Nashik Industrialist Extorted of Rs 1.5 Lakh
Ambad police register extortion case against four individuals, including main accused Santosh Sharma, for threatening industrialist over illegal construction. Read the full details.
70-year-old farmer sentenced to 20 years for child rape
A 70-year-old Aligarh farmer sentenced to 20 years in prison for raping an 11-year-old girl. The court imposed a fine, with half designated as victim compensation. Read the full details.
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