Category: Law & Order

Panaji: The cyber crime unit of the Goa Police has cracked a ₹67-lakh online investment fraud, arresting a resident of Kerala in a case that highlights both the growing sophistication of digital scams and the increasing push for technology-led policing. The case originated from a complaint filed by a resident of Caranzalem in Tiswadi, who alleged that he was cheated between October 1 and October 24, 2025. According to police, the victim was contacted on WhatsApp by an individual posing as a representative of a fictitious investment firm. The fraudster…

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Lucknow: A new survey by global cybersecurity firm McAfee has revealed that the average Indian spends nearly 102 hours every year trying to determine whether incoming digital messages are genuine or fraudulent. The findings, published in McAfee’s 2026 State of the Scamiverse – India Report, underline the rapidly growing scale and sophistication of online scams across the country. The report is based on a nationwide survey of thousands of Indian adults and highlights how scam messages have become an unavoidable part of everyday digital life. Scams Now a Daily Digital…

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Lucknow: With cyber fraud cases rising sharply—especially scams involving so-called “digital arrests”—the Lucknow Police has stressed the urgent need for a multi-layered reporting system, extensive public awareness initiatives, swift freezing of suspicious bank accounts, and focused outreach to vulnerable groups to effectively tackle the growing menace. Speaking to the media in Lucknow, senior police officials said that digital arrest frauds are increasing steadily. In such cases, cyber criminals impersonate officials from investigative agencies or banks, using video calls and messaging platforms to intimidate victims and apply psychological pressure. Officials cautioned…

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Lucknow |  In a major breakthrough in a construction material theft case, BKT Police have arrested four accused and recovered around 4 tonnes of stolen steel reinforcement rods (sariya) along with the truck used in the crime. The successful operation has brought relief to contractors and builders who had been reporting repeated thefts in the area. According to police officials, several complaints had been received regarding the theft of steel rods being used at construction sites in the BKT region. Acting on these inputs, the police formed a special team…

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Lucknow | In a significant breakthrough, Gosain Ganj police under the South Zone of the Lucknow Police Commissionerate have arrested six individuals involved in an attempted murder case within 24 hours of the incident. The accused had attacked a young man and, believing him dead, dumped him into the flowing waters of Indra Canal. According to police reports, on January 27, 2026, Sunil Kumar, a resident of the area, filed a complaint stating that his son, Ravi, was severely injured in an attack by a group wielding sharp weapons. An…

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Lucknow | Kaisarbagh police in Lucknow have cracked a theft case within 24 hours, arresting two suspects involved in the crime. The swift action was carried out under the leadership of Station In-Charge Anjani Kumar Mishra. The theft occurred at the shop of Manas Mehrotra, where unknown individuals had stolen various items. During the investigation, the police team collected crucial leads that led to the identification and arrest of the accused. Recovered from the suspects’ possession were 10 Delta energy meters and 9 battery chargers stolen during the incident. Legal…

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Lucknow | Gudamba police in Lucknow have intensified their campaign against illegal drug trafficking, arresting two suspected traffickers in a recent operation. Authorities indicated that significant quantities of narcotics were recovered from the suspects, which are now being verified through due legal procedures. The operation was led by Inspector Prabhatesh Srivastava, with continuous surveillance maintained over individuals involved in drug-related activities in the area. Police confirmed that several other suspects remain on their radar and strict action is planned against them as well. Sub-Inspector Sandeep Singh Gaur, along with Vivek…

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Lucknow | Hazratganj police in Lucknow have arrested 10 youths in connection with a dispute at the D-Globe tea shop that escalated into an assault on two individuals. The swift action was led by Kotwal Vikram Singh. According to police sources, immediate measures were taken to restore law and order in the area following the incident. The team under Station In-Charge Leela reached the scene, brought the situation under control, and took the accused into custody. Authorities confirmed that legal proceedings are underway and emphasized that any acts of public…

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Lucknow | Nagaram police, operating under the South Zone of the Lucknow Police Commissionerate, have arrested a wanted suspect in a violent attack case and recovered the weapon used in the assault. According to police reports, the incident occurred on January 26, 2026, in Salem Pur Achaka village. Mithailal, a resident of the village, filed a complaint at Nagaram police station stating that his son, Govind, had returned home around 2:20 PM and was sitting near a local grocery shop when a group of individuals attacked him with a hammer.…

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Lucknow | Vikas Nagar police, under the East Zone of the Lucknow Police Commissionerate, have arrested two members of an organised ganja trafficking syndicate and recovered 0.956 kilograms of illegal cannabis along with cash. With this action, a total of four members of the gang have now been arrested. According to police officials, the arrests were made on January 31, 2026, during routine patrolling in the Sabzi Mandi area. Two youths attempted to flee on spotting the police but were apprehended after a brief chase. During interrogation, they were identified…

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