Day: October 28, 2024

Changing order of crime modus operandi in Lucknow

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: Emerging crime trends in Lucknow reflect broader shifts in both the types of crime and the tactics used by offenders, largely influenced by technological advances, changing economic circumstances, and social factors. Here are some of the key trends: 1. Cybercrime Surge Digital Fraud and Scams: Lucknow, like many cities, is experiencing a significant rise in cybercrimes, especially scams that use deception through digital communication. Common scams include digital arrests, online shopping fraud, and fake loan offers. Targeted Phishing: Cybercriminals are increasingly using more sophisticated techniques, like phishing attacks customized…

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Cyber route seems to get young gangs glued

Arijit Bose

New Delhi: India’s crime landscape has seen a shift in recent years, with smaller, lesser-known gangsters emerging as significant players. This changing pattern is marked by a combination of evolving tactics, the decentralization of organized crime, and the rise of digital platforms that allow small-time criminals to operate with more anonymity and agility. Key Factors in the Rise of Small-Time Gangsters Decentralized Crime Networks: Traditional organized crime in India was dominated by a few powerful syndicates like the D-Company or gangs in Mumbai and Delhi. However, law enforcement pressure and…

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Digital arrests a growing painpoint in India

Arijit Bose

New Delhi: The phenomenon of “digital arrests” has become a pressing cybercrime concern in India, involving sophisticated scams where cybercriminals impersonate law enforcement or government officials to intimidate and extort money from unsuspecting victims. Here’s an in-depth look at this rising threat: What is a Digital Arrest? A digital arrest is a scam in which fraudsters masquerade as government officials from agencies like the CBI, Narcotics Control Bureau, RBI, TRAI, or customs departments. They contact individuals via phone or video calls, claiming to have identified them or their family members…

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Salima Tete appointed captain, Navneet Kaur vice-captain

Arijit Bose

Raigir: For the next Women’s Asian Champions Trophy 2024, an 18-member Indian women’s hockey team would be captained by seasoned midfielder Salima Tete. The recently constructed Rajgir Hockey Stadium in Rajgir, Bihar, will host the Women’s Asian Champions Trophy from November 11 to November 2, 2024. Salima Tete’s deputy for the competition is Navaneet Kaur. Sushila and Beauty Dungdung, who have recovered from injuries, will also return to the Indian squad for the competition. India, China, Japan, Korea, Malaysia, and Thailand are the six teams who will compete in the…

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Novak Djokovic Withdraws from Paris Masters, Eyes Return Next Year

Arijit Bose

Paris: Serbian tennis legend Novak Djokovic announced his withdrawal from the upcoming Rolex Paris Masters, citing his inability to participate in the tournament this year. The 37-year-old champion shared the news on Instagram, apologizing to fans and expressing his best wishes to the tournament’s players, sponsors, and fans. “Unfortunately I would not be playing @rolexparismasters this year,” Djokovic wrote, adding, “I have a lot of great memories winning seven titles there and hope to be back with you next year.” With seven Paris Masters titles under his belt, Djokovic boasts…

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Third Test Crucial for India’s WTC Final Hopes

Arijit Bose
India’s WTC Final

Mumbai:  The World Test Championship (WTC) 2025 cycle has witnessed a gripping 3-match Test series between India and New Zealand. With two consecutive losses, India finds itself in a precarious position, facing a must-win situation in the third and final Test, set to commence in Mumbai on November 1. The Indian team, eager to keep its WTC final aspirations alive, must deliver a remarkable comeback in this match. A Rare Home Series Loss for India In a rare setback, India’s loss in the Pune Test by 113 runs sealed the…

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XG gig proves to be a massive crowd puller

Arijit Bose

XG captivates approximately 50,000 fans during their first world tour in North America! The tracklist for their 2nd mini album “AWE” is also revealed! Washington: The Hiphop/R&B-inspired girl group XG, currently on their first world tour “The first HOWL,” has successfully completed the North American leg of their tour. Starting in Los Angeles, the group performed in a total of eight cities, including San Francisco, Grand Prairie, Sugar Land, Duluth, New York and concluding in Chicago on October 21st (local time), captivating approximately 50,000 fans across all performances. In addition…

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SEVENTEEN KICKS OFF U.S. LEG OF ‘RIGHT HERE’ WORLD TOUR

Arijit Bose

Chicago: K-pop icon SEVENTEEN kicked off their much-anticipated U.S. leg of ‘SEVENTEEN [RIGHT HERE] WORLD TOUR’ (hereinafter ‘RIGHT HERE’) with a showstopper in Chicago, marking the first of many exciting stops across the nation. With a live TV appearance, an exclusive pop-up event, a concert play park, and more lined up, SEVENTEEN is set to make their U.S. return one to remember. Following the two sold-out shows in Goyang, Korea, where they dazzled a total of 58,000 audience, SEVENTEEN returned to the U.S. concert stage for the first time in…

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Producers Guild of India’s four-year effort results in GST relief for the Indian film industry

Arijit Bose

Mumbai: In a landmark development, the Ministry of Finance has provided much-needed clarity on the Goods and Services Tax (GST) applicable to film distribution prior to October 2021, offering substantial relief to numerous production houses, distributors, and other stakeholders across the Indian film industry. This decision brings to a close years of uncertainty on the matter, which had become a growing concern over the last year with many in the industry receiving show-cause notices regarding the applicable GST rate. Producers Guild of India has been actively addressing this issue for…

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Standing just 4 days away, Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 starts to make noise

Arijit Bose

Standing just 4 days away, Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 starts to make noise at the box office with its 17,000 tickets sold on day 1 of advance booking! Mumbai: Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 is set to be the biggest release of the year, sure to shatter box office records and capture the hearts of audiences. With its trailer and songs keeping fans hooked for this spooky horror-comedy ride, the film has already started making waves even before its release, receiving an incredible response on advance booking. On day one, it sold over…

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