Category: Law & Order

New Delhi: Chief Justice of India Surya Kant delivered the 22nd D.P. Kohli Memorial Lecture at Bharat Mandapam, focusing on the growing challenges of cybercrime and the evolving role of the police and judiciary in addressing them. The event was organised by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) as part of its Raising Day celebrations. The lecture, titled “Challenges of Cyber Crime – Role for Police and Judiciary,” highlighted the urgent need for coordinated, technology-driven responses to increasingly sophisticated cyber threats. The CBI observes its Raising Day on April 1,…

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New Delhi: Union Home Minister Amit Shah has praised the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) for securing the conviction of 73 drug offenders in the first three months of 2026, describing it as a significant step in the government’s crackdown on narcotics networks. In a post on social media platform X, the Home Minister said the government is “ruthlessly demolishing drug cartels” to protect youth from the menace of drugs and ensuring strict convictions under the law. He congratulated the NCB for its “breakthrough achievement” and reaffirmed the Centre’s zero-tolerance policy…

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New Delhi: In a major step to tackle rising cyber frauds, the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has developed an AI-powered chatbot, ‘ABHAY’, designed to help citizens verify the authenticity of official notices and protect themselves from “digital arrest” scams. The initiative comes amid a sharp rise in impersonation frauds, where scammers pose as officials from agencies like the CBI, Enforcement Directorate, and Intelligence Bureau to extort money using forged notices and threats of arrest. CBI Director Praveen Sood said the app will serve as a critical tool in curbing…

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Lucknow: The Uttar Pradesh Police has arrested an accused involved in a land fraud case in the Malihabad area of Lucknow, where forged documents were used to transfer ownership of land. According to officials from Malihabad Police Station, the case was registered on January 17, 2026, based on a written complaint filed by the victim. An FIR (No. 0010/2026) was lodged under relevant sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) against Naeem Ahmad alias Mohammad Naeem and his associates. Details of the Fraud During investigation, it was revealed that the…

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Lucknow: The Uttar Pradesh Police has arrested two men and a woman in connection with the murder of a Lucknow youth, who was allegedly lured on the pretext of a job and killed in Tamil Nadu. According to officials from Mahigawan Police Station, the case came to light on April 19, 2026, after a complaint was filed by Manorama, a resident of Rampurwa village under Mahigawan police station area. In her complaint, she alleged that the accused had taken her son, Saurabh Rawat, with them on April 10 on the…

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Lucknow: The Lucknow Traffic Police has issued a detailed traffic advisory ahead of the upcoming Indian Premier League match scheduled at Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium on April 22, 2026. The match will begin at 7:30 PM, and special traffic arrangements will be enforced from 3:00 PM until the conclusion of the game. Restrictions on Heavy and Commercial Vehicles During match hours, roadways buses, private buses, and all commercial vehicles will be prohibited from plying on Shaheed Path. However, alternative routes will remain open. Vehicles coming…

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Lucknow: The Lucknow Traffic Police has issued a comprehensive traffic advisory ahead of a proposed road show in the Hazratganj area on April 21, 2026. In view of the event, extensive traffic diversions will be implemented from 6:00 AM onwards, depending on requirement. According to officials, multiple key routes leading towards central Lucknow, including Hazratganj and surrounding areas such as Vidhan Sabha and GPO, will remain restricted for general traffic during the road show. Major Diversions Announced Traffic from Lalbatti Chauraha towards 1090 Chauraha, Polytechnic, Subhash Chauraha, and Chowk will…

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Lucknow: As part of Fire Safety Week, the Lucknow Police Commissionerate and Uttar Pradesh Fire and Emergency Services conducted extensive fire safety awareness drives, training sessions, and mock drills across multiple institutions and public establishments in the city. Under the direction of Director General Sujeet Pandey and the Chief Fire Officer, Lucknow, coordinated efforts were carried out by fire officials across zones to enhance preparedness and public awareness. Mock Drill at Medanta Hospital A major highlight of the campaign was a joint mock drill at Medanta Hospital in the PGI…

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Lucknow: The Excise Department carried out a surprise inspection drive in the Bazaar Khala mill area, taking strict action to curb public consumption of alcohol around licensed outlets. The raid targeted composite liquor shops dealing in English liquor and beer. During the campaign, officials found instances of people consuming alcohol in public spaces near these shops. The team issued stern warnings to individuals found violating the rules. Officials also directed vendors and license holders to ensure that alcohol is not consumed within or around their shop premises. They were clearly…

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