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Rs 2000 Cr Mid-Day Meal Scam Exposed in Rajasthan
Rajasthan ACB files FIR in a massive Rs 2000 crore mid-day meal scam during Covid. 21 officials & suppliers booked for fraud, forgery & tender manipulation. Read details.
Woman arrested in Mumbai for Rs 10 lakh escort service extortion
Vinobha Bhave Nagar police arrest Natasha Dogra for allegedly cheating a Kurla interior designer of Rs 10 lakh via an online escort scam. She used threats and false promises to extort money. Read the full details.
Pune officer loses Rs 2 crore in digital arrest scam
A 57-year-old Maharashtra govt officer in Pune was duped of Rs 2.03 crore by fraudsters using a fake Supreme Court warrant in a fabricated money laundering case. Learn how the digital arrest scam unfolded.
Two Held for Planning Targeted Killing in Ludhiana
Ludhiana Police arrests two individuals for plotting a targeted killing. Weapons and a stolen motorcycle recovered. Investigation reveals inter-gang rivalry motive. Read the full details.
Ludhiana: Food Stalls Encroach Footpaths, Cause Traffic Chaos
Unauthorized food stalls in Ludhiana are occupying footpaths and parking spaces, causing severe traffic congestion and pedestrian issues. Residents demand immediate action. Read more.
Masked Men Fire at Ludhiana Shop in Extortion Attack
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.
Karnal Arhtiyas Chief Gets Rs 2 Crore Extortion Threat
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.
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Rs 3 Crore Extortion Call in Jhunjhunu from 'Bishnoi Gang'
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.
Ludhiana's 2026 Development Plan: Key Projects Unveiled
Ludhiana Municipal Corporation outlines major 2026 projects: 100 electric buses, European-style road redevelopment, and solid waste management. Residents share expectations for a cleaner, greener city.
Ludhiana 2025: Rise in Shootouts, Citizens Demand Safety
Ludhiana residents demand stronger policing & traffic management after 2025 saw a surge in gang shootouts and illegal firearms. Read about their concerns and proposed solutions.
Extortionist Impersonates Ludhiana SHO, Uses Pakistani Number
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.
Youth shot in Ludhiana over money dispute
A 22-year-old man was shot and injured in Ludhiana's Dhandari Kalan area following a monetary dispute. Police have registered a case and are investigating the incident. Read for details.
Ludhiana's Traffic Chaos: Citizens Demand Action Plan
Ludhiana residents demand stricter enforcement and long-term planning to tackle severe traffic congestion. Key issues include illegal parking and encroachments. Read the full report.
Amritsar trader gets Rs 50 lakh extortion call, police probe
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.
Ludhiana MC Plans New Multi-Level Parking in Old City
Ludhiana Municipal Corporation plans a new multi-storey parking lot near Mata Rani Chowk to resolve the massive parking crisis in Old City's wholesale markets. The project aims to accommodate 2,700 vehicles.
Ludhiana Food Street Project Fails Again
Ludhiana's flagship food street project, worth ₹4.89 crore, is in limbo after the irrigation department denied a critical NOC. The project has failed for the third time due to bureaucratic hurdles.
Rs 1 Crore Canal Water Project Launched in Ludhiana
Ludhiana gets a major water boost! A new Rs 1 crore canal water supply project promises to solve water scarcity for many residents. Learn how this initiative will transform the city's water infrastructure.
Ludhiana's 2026 Security Plan: High-Tech Surveillance & Social Focus
Ludhiana Police Commissioner Swapan Sharma announces an aggressive 2026 security blueprint featuring 1,268 new CCTVs and a digital database to track criminals. The plan builds on a year of record drug seizures and a 92.7% conviction rate.
ED arrests key operative in ₹7 crore digital arrest scam
ED's Jalandhar zonal office dismantles a major cyber-fraud syndicate, arresting Arpit Rathore for his role in the ₹7 crore digital arrest extortion of industrialist S P Oswal. Read the full investigation details.
3 Jaipur cops arrested for Rs 17 lakh extortion plot
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.
Jaipur Bizman Gets Rs 5 Cr Extortion Threat via WhatsApp
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.
Haryana: Fresh Multi-Crore Property ID Scam in Sonipat Exposed
Haryana minister Vipul Goel flags a new property ID scam in Sonipat MC, suspending officials. This follows CM's probe into a Rs 1,500 crore work slip scam. Get the latest updates on the investigations.
Haryana's Rs 1,500 Cr Construction Worker Scam Probe
Haryana uncovers a massive Rs 1,500 crore scam involving fake construction worker registrations and work slips. CM Nayab Singh Saini orders probe after Minister Anil Vij flags irregularities. Details inside.
Elderly Pune man loses Rs 1 crore in digital arrest scam
A 69-year-old Pune resident was cheated of Rs 1 crore in a 'digital arrest' scam where fraudsters posed as police and ED officers, threatening him with terror charges. Read more about this sophisticated cybercrime.
2 Held for Extortion Bid on Cattle Owner in DK
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.
Ludhiana: Duo extorts Rs 93k from teen, booked by PAU police
PAU police in Ludhiana book two men for blackmailing a schoolboy and extorting over Rs 90,000 using a banned kite string ploy. The teen fell into depression before his family intervened. Read the full details.
Ludhiana Admin Conducts Ground Survey in Lal Dora
Ludhiana district administration initiates a detailed ground survey in Lal Dora areas to identify illegal constructions and encroachments. The move aims to enforce building bylaws and ensure planned development.
9 Held in Ludhiana Drug Bust Following Landlord Complaint
Ludhiana police arrested nine individuals for drug peddling after a landlord reported suspicious activity. The raid uncovered heroin and cash. Read the full story.
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