Crime

Former Andhra Pradesh Minister Karumuri Nageswara Rao Arrested in Liquor Scam

Former Andhra minister Karumuri Nageswara Rao was taken into custody by state police over allegations of involvement in an illegal liquor racket.

23 Aug 2026

Two POCSO Undertrials Escape from Srinagar Central Jail, Officials Say

Officials confirmed that two men charged under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act escaped from Srinagar’s central jail on Thursday.

23 Aug 2026

State Loses Own Criminal Case Over Police Lapses and Procedural Flaws

A higher court dismissed the state’s criminal prosecution, citing police negligence and violations of procedural safeguards, underscoring systemic challenges in India’s criminal justice system.

23 Aug 2026

Samaguri Police Said to Dismiss Minor’s ‘Love‑Trap’ Complaint in Nagaon

According to reports, the Samaguri police in Assam’s Nagaon district rejected a complaint lodged by a minor alleging a ‘love‑trap’ scheme.

23 Aug 2026

Two Firefighters Killed in Blaze at IL JIN Factory in Amber Enterprises Plant

A fire erupted at the IL JIN manufacturing unit of Amber Enterprises, resulting in the deaths of two firefighters who were battling the blaze.

23 Aug 2026

Teen Who Survived 2025 Cliff Suicide Attempt Dies with Parents at Same Spot in Maharashtra

A teenager who survived a suicide attempt at a Maharashtra cliff in 2025 was found dead with his parents at the same location a year later, officials said.

23 Aug 2026

PA's daughter found dead in Baramati, Maharashtra; police start probe

The daughter of the personal assistant to Maharashtra MLA Rohit Pawar was discovered dead in Baramati, prompting a police investigation.

23 Aug 2026

Navi Mumbai Police Crack Down on Street Food Vendors Ahead of State FDA Sweep

The Navi Mumbai police have launched enforcement action against street‑food operators, initiating raids before the Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration’s recent crackdown.

23 Aug 2026

Nagaland DGP says POCSO accused Robert Kikon on the run in Southeast Asia

The Director General of Police in Nagaland announced that Robert Kikon, charged under the POCSO Act, has fled the state and is believed to be in Southeast Asia.

23 Aug 2026

Two Arrested as Drone-Delivered Arms Seized in Amritsar Border Raid

Punjab’s Counter‑Intelligence unit in Amritsar uncovered a drone‑borne weapons shipment, confiscating ten pistols and detaining two smugglers.

23 Aug 2026

Fake Transfer Order Bearing CM Mohan Yadav’s Name Circulates in Alirajpur, MP

A counterfeit transfer order using Chief Minister Mohan Yadav’s name on official letterhead was found in Alirajpur, prompting a police probe.

23 Aug 2026

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23 Aug 2026