Lucknow: In a major breakthrough in the multi-crore embezzlement case at the Bank of Baroda Mohan Road branch, the Para Police Station has arrested three more accused, including the wife and mother of the prime accused, Bank Mitra Shiva Rao. The arrests mark significant progress in unraveling what investigators describe as a large-scale financial fraud involving forged documents and fraudulent transactions. Case Background The case was registered on January 16, 2026, after complainant Ram Singh Yadav, along with 24 other victims from Lempur Pataura village under Para police limits, alleged…
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Chinhat Police Arrest Accused for Allegedly Luring and Abducting Minor Girl
Lucknow: The Chinhat Police Station has arrested a 28-year-old man accused of luring and taking away a minor girl, officials said. According to police, FIR No. 59/26 was registered on February 2, 2026, under Sections 87 and 137(2) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) at Chinhat Police Station following a complaint by the girl’s mother. The complainant alleged that the accused had enticed her minor daughter and taken her away without consent. Taking immediate cognizance of the matter, the investigating officer, Sub-Inspector Dhananjay Kumar Singh, launched a search operation. On…
Read MoreSushant Golf City Police Solve House Theft in 48 Hours; Driver Arrested with ₹10 Lakh Cash and Stolen Jewellery
Lucknow: In a swift breakthrough, the Sushant Golf City Police Station under the Southern Zone successfully cracked a house theft case within 48 hours, arresting the accused driver and recovering 100 percent of the stolen property, including ₹10 lakh in cash and valuable gold and silver jewellery. Complaint and Case Registration On February 27, 2026, complainant Nilesh Singh, son of Sugreev Singh and resident of Kutumb Niwas, Saidata Road, Sarsawan, under Sushant Golf City Police Station, lodged a written complaint alleging that his driver, Rajendra Sharma, had broken into his…
Read MoreAlambagh Police Rescue Two Missing Children Within Two Hours in Swift Operation
Lucknow: In a prompt and coordinated response, the Alambagh Police Station successfully traced and rescued two missing children, aged 9 and 7 years, within two hours of receiving the complaint. According to officials, at around 12:00 pm, a visitor approached the Bus Stand Outpost under Alambagh Police Station and reported that his two children had gone missing near the Alambagh Bus Stand while boarding a bus. The children had reportedly become separated from their family in the crowd and could not be located. Acting immediately on the information, Assistant Commissioner…
Read MoreTwo Cyber Criminals Arrested for ₹90 Lakh ‘Digital Arrest’ Fraud Posing as Fake ATS Officers
Lucknow: In a major breakthrough, the Cyber Crime Police Station Lucknow has arrested two more accused involved in a high-profile cyber fraud case in which fraudsters posed as Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) officers and extorted nearly ₹90 lakh from a city resident through a so-called “digital arrest” scam. How the Fraud Unfolded The incident began on January 26, 2026, when the complainant’s wife, Veena Bajpai, received a call from a person claiming to be Inspector Ranjit Kumar posted at the ATS Headquarters. The caller falsely accused her of involvement in serious…
Read MoreKaiserbagh Police Arrest Three Accused with 200 Bottles of Illegal Haryana-Made Liquor
Lucknow: The Kaiserbagh Police Station arrested three alleged offenders and seized 200 bottles of illegal Haryana-manufactured English liquor during a raid. Acting on a tip-off from an informant, the police team raided Diamond Hotel under the jurisdiction of Kaiserbagh Police Station at around 7:30 pm. During the operation, three accused were apprehended with a large consignment of liquor reportedly meant for illegal distribution. The arrested individuals have been identified as Sunil (34), a resident of Raxaul, East Champaran district, Bihar; Rahul Kumar Pasi (20), a resident of Chakia, East Champaran…
Read MoreGautampalli Police Arrest Notorious Thief, Recover Stolen Trek Bicycle Worth ₹1.5 Lakh
Lucknow: The Gautampalli Police Station under the Central Zone successfully arrested a habitual offender and recovered a high-end stolen bicycle following an intensive investigation involving technical surveillance and CCTV analysis. According to police officials, the case pertains to the theft of a Trek Ranger bicycle that was parked in the porch of a residence on Vikramaditya Marg. The complainant, Arun Kumar Dubey, a resident of 16A Vikramaditya Marg, lodged an FIR on February 14, 2026, after the bicycle was stolen around midnight on February 13. A case (Crime No. 15/26)…
Read MoreTraffic Diversion Plan Announced in Lucknow for Holi Processions on March 4
Lucknow: In view of Holi celebrations and various processions scheduled across the city on March 4, the Lucknow Traffic Police has announced a special traffic diversion plan to ensure smooth vehicular movement and maintain public safety. The diversion will be in effect from 9:00 am on March 4, 2026, until the conclusion of the festivities. As per the advisory, the following traffic arrangements will be implemented: From Kaiserbagh Ashok Lat Chauraha, general traffic will not be allowed towards Nazirabad Chauraha. Vehicles will be diverted via Latouche Road or Kaiserbagh Bus…
Read MoreLucknow Police tightens security arrangements during Holi
Lucknow — As Lucknow prepares to immerse itself in the vibrant celebrations of Holi from March 2 to March 4, the Lucknow Police Commissionerate has unveiled one of its most comprehensive security blueprints in recent years. With Holika Dahan scheduled for March 2 and Rangwali Holi to follow on March 3 and 4 — with festivities traditionally spilling into subsequent days in several neighbourhoods — authorities have activated a multi-tiered law enforcement strategy aimed at ensuring safety, communal harmony, and seamless traffic movement across the city. The scale of preparation reflects…
Read MoreAllegations of Black Marketing of Gutkha and Pan Masala Surface Across Uttar Pradesh
Lucknow: Serious allegations of black marketing and arbitrary price hikes of gutkha and pan masala have emerged from several districts of Uttar Pradesh, triggering concern among retailers and consumers alike. Markets in Lucknow and other cities have witnessed a sharp spike in prices over the past month. Small retailers, speaking on condition of anonymity, claim that major wholesale traders are selling products well above the previously prevailing rates, forcing shopkeepers to pass on the burden to customers. As a result, consumers are reportedly paying significantly more for popular brands. According…
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