Theft & fraud
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Gang arrested for creating fake documents for vehicles with unpaid loans
Bengaluru police arrested four individuals for creating fake vehicle documents to resell cars that still had outstanding loans.
Police bust vehicle fraud gangs in Bengaluru; vehicles worth millions seized
Bengaluru police have busted two separate gangs involved in vehicle fraud, seizing vehicles worth a total of over ₹3.5 crore.
Thieves break into Bank of Baroda customer service point in Muzaffarnagar
Two thieves stole approximately 6 lakh rupees from a Bank of Baroda customer service point in Muzaffarnagar after scouting the location during the day.
Burglars steal half a kilogram of gold from Bengaluru house
Burglars stole approximately half a kilogram of gold jewelry from a residence in Bengaluru while the family was at a hospital.
Pakistan emerges as new hub for international cyber fraud networks
The National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) of Pakistan arrested 212 individuals, including seven Chinese nationals, during raids on three illegal call centers in Islamabad.
Nearly 2,000 Marriage Records in Odisha Manipulated to Claim Welfare Aid
An audit of an Odisha welfare board revealed nearly 2,000 manipulated marriage records used to fraudulently claim financial assistance.
KPSC recruitment scam probe uncovers money trail and question paper leak
The CID investigation into the KPSC veterinary officer recruitment exam scam has identified a network involving an IAS officer and intermediaries, along with a money trail worth ₹92 lakh.
Allegations of church property encroachment lead to demands for legal action
Christian leaders have alleged corruption and illegal sale of church properties in Karnataka.
Gold jewelry worth 20 lakh rupees stolen from BJP activist home
Gold and silver jewelry worth 20 lakh rupees was stolen from the residence of a local BJP leader in Ballari.
Gold ornaments worth 4 lakh rupees stolen
Four masked individuals stole gold jewelry and cash from a house in Mulbagal.
Burglars loot gold and cash from three houses in Kudatini
Thieves stole gold jewelry and cash from three houses in Kudatini.
Gold and cash stolen from a house near Sai Temple, Kalaburagi
Police in Kalaburagi are investigating a burglary where gold and cash were stolen from a merchant's house.
Villagers protest in Bagalkote demanding action against Nagaral society fraud
Villagers in Bagalkote protested against alleged corruption and fraudulent loans at the Nagaral Primary Agricultural Credit Cooperative Society.
Case filed over fake Yashaswini health card distribution in Yelburga
A criminal complaint was filed in Yelburga after individuals distributed fake Yashaswini health cards to villagers for money.
Telangana ACB raids medical official after finding disproportionate assets
The Anti-Corruption Bureau in Telangana has registered a disproportionate assets case against a senior medical official following raids.
Doctor Loses Money in Digital Arrest Scam; Accused Arrested in Hyderabad
Police have arrested a suspect from Hyderabad airport in connection with a digital arrest scam targeting a doctor in Kerala.
Rs 700-Crore Mylapore Scam Victims Demand Fast-Track Justice
Victims of a 700-crore rupee scam involving the Mylapore Hindu Permanent Fund Nidhi are seeking fast-track justice.
No FIR Filed Four Months After Vaishno Devi Silver Scandal Reported
Four months have passed without an FIR being registered regarding alleged silver pilferage at the Vaishno Devi shrine.
4 bike-borne men snatch 35kg silver
Four men on a motorcycle robbed a jewellery store employee of 35 kilograms of silver in North Delhi.
Delhi Police investigate jeweller who fled with gold worth Rs 7 crore
Delhi police are investigating a local jeweller who allegedly fled with gold ornaments worth Rs 7 crore after defrauding customers.
Woman, daughter held for theft in industrialist J. Sekar Reddy's house
Two women employed as household help were arrested for stealing gold and cash from the residence of industrialist J. Sekar Reddy.
Court grants 10-day police custody for Bolarum arms theft accused
A Secunderabad court has granted Hyderabad police ten days of custody for a retired Army Havaldar accused of stealing firearms and ammunition.
Mumbai police arrest four for Bandra bag-snatching after tracking CCTV
Mumbai police arrested four individuals for a bag-snatching incident in Bandra after analyzing CCTV footage from 400 cameras.
Bengaluru cyber police arrest three in online investment fraud case
Bengaluru police arrested three individuals for operating an online investment fraud scheme.
Police couple away on duty, thief strikes Navi Mumbai home
A thief stole gold and cash from a police constable's residence in Navi Mumbai while the couple was on duty.
Surat Textile Hub Blaze Caused By Revenge Not Accident
A former employee has been arrested for allegedly starting a fire at a textile shop in Surat to exact revenge over a financial dispute.
Three arrested for sandalwood theft at Railway Wheel Factory in Yelahanka
Three individuals have been arrested for stealing a sandalwood tree from the Railway Wheel Factory premises in Yelahanka.
Cyber Police issue advisory against fake share investment frauds
Cyber police have issued a public advisory regarding organized share investment scams conducted through social media platforms.
Bhandup Jeweller Robbed of 12 Lakh Rupees in Airoli
A Bhandup jeweller was robbed of 12 lakh rupees in Airoli by six individuals, three of whom posed as police officers.
Actor arrested for snatching gold chain from elderly woman in Mumbai
A Mumbai-based actor was arrested for stealing a gold chain from an elderly woman.