Trichy Police Crackdown: Ganja & Tobacco Cases Surge in 2025
Trichy police registered 1,703 cases and arrested 1,840 people for ganja and illegal tobacco in 2025, a massive increase from 2024. SP warns of action under Goondas Act.
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Maharashtra makes QR code verification mandatory for doctors
Maharashtra govt instructs MMC to introduce QR codes for doctor verification to curb bogus practitioners. SC orders MMC elections within three months. Read more.
MPCB shuts 10 RMC plants, recovers Rs 84 lakh fine
Maharashtra Pollution Control Board cracks down on air pollution in Mumbai region, shutting 10 ready-mix concrete plants and imposing hefty penalties. Discover the full story of the enforcement drive.
MPCB Calls for Citizen Role in Nagpur's Air Quality Fight
After a TOI report highlighted Nagpur's poor air quality, the MPCB has issued guidelines for citizens and authorities. Collective action on vehicles, waste, and dust is key to rapid improvement.
Faridkot crime rate drops 31% in 2025
Faridkot police report a 31% fall in crime, with 837 cases in 2025. SSP Pragya Jain credits intensified policing, major drug busts, and arrests of gangsters. Read the full story.
Amritsar Police bust extortion racket, arrest Bihar teen
Amritsar Police uncovers a new trend of gangsters recruiting youth from outside Punjab. An 18-year-old from Bihar was arrested after an encounter. Read the full story.
Foreigner arrested in Goa for fake Indian passport, Aadhaar card
Goa Crime Branch arrests a 41-year-old Philippine national for obtaining an Indian passport using forged documents. A local accomplice also held. Details on the charges under Foreigners Act and Passport Act.
10 RMC Plants Shut in Mumbai for Air Pollution Violations
Maharashtra Pollution Control Board cracks down on air pollution, shuts 10 ready-mix concrete plants in MMR and recovers Rs 84 lakh in penalties. Inspections to continue as air quality remains a concern.
8 Gang Members Booked Under GujCTOC Act in Vadodara
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.
Rs 14.5 Lakh Found at Assam Labourer's Home, Police Suspect Foul Play
Assam police recover Rs 14.5 lakh from a daily-wage labourer's home in Dibrugarh, raising suspicions of terror funding or organised crime. The labourer is in custody as investigations intensify.
Noida Police Seize 821 Stolen Phones, Arrest 6 in Major Bust
Noida Police crack down on a major organised theft gang, recovering 821 stolen mobile phones worth ₹6-8 crore. Six arrested, two juveniles apprehended in a significant breakthrough.
Noida Police bust gang, recover 821 stolen phones worth crores
Noida Police achieved a major breakthrough, arresting six members of an organised theft gang and seizing 821 stolen mobile phones worth Rs 6-8 crore. The gang targeted crowded markets.
Bombay HC Rules Housing Societies Not Liable for Gratuity
Bombay High Court clarifies that cooperative housing societies are not 'establishments' under the Payment of Gratuity Act, providing relief in a case involving a building manager's claim. Read the full legal analysis.
Disgruntled MNS Leader Santosh Dhuri Joins BJP
In a major political shift, Maharashtra Navnirman Sena leader Santosh Dhuri joins the BJP, citing ideological alignment. This move strengthens BJP's position ahead of crucial state elections.
Nagpur: Ex-Corporator, 5 Others Booked Under MCOCA
Nagpur rural police invoke stringent MCOCA against a six-member gang led by former corporator Harish Gwalbanshi for murder, extortion, and kidnapping to spread terror. Read the full details.
Rajkot: 9 Batli Gang Members Held Under GujCTOC Act
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.
Nagpur: Two arrested for illegal arms, threatening videos
Wadi police in Nagpur arrested two men for illegal firearm possession and circulating threatening videos. The accused have been charged under the Arms Act and Maharashtra Police Act. Read the full details.
MCOCA invoked in Nagpur political worker's murder case
Nagpur police invoke stringent MCOCA against 9 accused in the brazen daylight murder of local political functionary Sachin Shahu. Seven arrested, two absconding in case linked to financial dispute.
Kanpur Seals Factory to Protect Ganga During Magh Mela
Kanpur administration seals a chemical factory and inspects 108 units to ensure Ganga purity for Magh Mela. Tannery closure roster enforced from Dec 31, 2025. Read the full report.
Maharashtra vehicle registrations jump 13.5% in 2025
Maharashtra saw over 32.7 lakh new vehicle registrations in 2025, a 13.5% annual increase. Mumbai alone added 3 lakh vehicles, intensifying traffic and pollution woes. Explore the full data breakdown.
SC's 2026 Docket: Religion, Citizenship, Liberty Cases
The Supreme Court shifts focus from 2025's off-court controversies to a pivotal 2026 calendar packed with landmark cases on religious freedom, citizenship laws, and fundamental rights. Explore the key legal battles ahead.
Patna's 2026 Plan: 26 Vending Zones, Waste-to-Energy Project
Patna Municipal Corporation unveils a 2026 roadmap for cleaner, citizen-friendly infrastructure. Key plans include 26 organised vending zones, a major waste-to-energy project, and city-wide repairs. Read more.
Sadanand Date Appointed Maharashtra DGP
Former NIA Director General Sadanand Vasant Date is the new Maharashtra DGP. Get the details on his appointment, career, and the challenges ahead.
Maharashtra Civic Polls: Alliance Disarray in 29 Corporations
Political alliances in Maharashtra are in disarray as parties finalize strategies for the crucial civic polls across 29 municipal corporations. Key players like BJP, Shiv Sena, and NCP face internal and external challenges.
Maharashtra formalises 5am deadline for bars on festive nights
Maharashtra's home department issues a GR making 5am closing time for orchestra bars permanent for Christmas & New Year. Owners now bear full responsibility for law and order.
MCOCA invoked against cattle smuggling gang in Nagpur
Nagpur rural police invokes stringent MCOCA against a 12-member interstate cattle smuggling syndicate, marking the first such use in Maharashtra. Seven arrested, probe ongoing.
Mysuru Jewellers Alert After Rs 10 Crore Gold Heist
Following a major jewellery shop robbery in Hunsur, Mysuru jewellers are urged to upgrade security. Over 1200 shops in the district review safety measures as police hunt for the gang.
Haryana Crime Rate Falls 5.7% in 2025, Police Data Shows
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.
KCOCA invoked in Kaup land dispute, one arrested
Mangaluru police apply stringent KCOCA against two accused in violent Kaup land dispute case. One arrested, one absconding. Details on the escalating conflict inside.
Violent Crime Surge in US Cities, Trump Plans Federal Crackdown
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.
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