An Indian-origin man in Brampton, Canada, survived a shooting at his home and a $500,000 extortion threat. Peel Police's special task force is investigating the rising crime targeting the South Asian community.
A Ludhiana garment trader received a Rs 10 crore extortion demand via WhatsApp from a caller claiming to be 'Hari Boxer' of the Lawrence Bishnoi gang. Police have registered an FIR and are investigating.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
India's electricity demand surged nearly 7% in December 2024, reaching a peak of 139,000 MW, driven by heating needs during a severe cold wave. Explore the data and grid implications.
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.
Delhi's electricity demand hits record highs on Dec 31 & Jan 1 due to celebrations, cold weather, and extended commercial hours. Discover how the grid copes and the shift to renewable energy. Read more.
Two women arrested for allegedly demanding Rs 10 crore from the father of a man accused in a miscarriage assault case get bail. Read the full details of the legal battle.
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.
India's electricity demand rose 7% to 138.39 billion units in December 2024, signaling strong economic activity. Read the full analysis of power sector trends.
Silver's 178% surge signals a structural shift driven by acute scarcity and Asian demand, not speculation. Inventories collapse as industrial users hoard metal. Read the full analysis.
Record-high gold prices reshape India's buying habits. Jewellery demand falls 26% as investment in coins and bars rises 13%. Discover the new trends for 2026.
A former journalist was arrested in Bengaluru for allegedly demanding Rs 15 lakh from three police inspectors to suppress a news story. The case follows a major drug bust in the city. Read the full details.
Silver prices surge to record highs in 2025, driven by a structural deficit, strong industrial demand, and China's export curbs. Discover the key factors behind the rally.
A 24-year-old graduate posed as gangster Arzoo Bishnoi to extort money from an Abohar jeweller. Ferozepur police swiftly arrested the accused, revealing a sophisticated scam. Read the full investigation details.
Palamu police arrest two men linked to gangster Prince Khan for conspiring to extort Rs 1 crore from a jeweller. Read the full investigation details.
Mumbai police arrests two women for attempting to extort Rs 5.5 crore from a builder's son by threatening a molestation case. They were caught red-handed accepting Rs 1.5 crore. Read the full story.
A Daltonganj jeweller received a WhatsApp voicemail demanding Rs 1 crore from gangster Prince Khan. Police have registered a case under organised crime and BNS sections. Read the full details.
2025 saw a major shift as oil demand surged, defying peak predictions. India emerged as the top growth engine, reshaping global energy dynamics. Read the full analysis.
Students in Silchar launch a massive signature campaign demanding a flyover. They aim to collect 6000 signatures to submit to the CM's office, citing critical infrastructure needs.
ICICI Bank faces a GST demand of Rs 238 crore from tax authorities for FY 2018-19. The bank plans to appeal the order. Get the full details here.
Bengaluru police arrest a man for extorting two local businessmen. Multiple BNS sections, including extortion and criminal intimidation, invoked. Details on the case and charges.
Retail credit in India surged in Q3 FY25, driven by festive spending and optimism around GST rationalisation. Discover the key growth sectors and economic outlook.
Security forces in Manipur arrest 10 militants from banned outfits involved in extortion. Details on the operations across Thoubal, Kakching, and Imphal West districts.
A Pune-based retired officer and his wife were digitally arrested and extorted of Rs 90 lakh by fraudsters posing as CBI, police, and RBI officials. Read about the sophisticated scam and how to stay safe.
A 72-year-old retired government employee in Jabalpur was digitally arrested for 3 days and extorted of Rs 21.5 lakh by cyber fraudsters posing as ATS officers. Police investigation ongoing.