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Real-Life ‘Money Heist’ in Delhi: Cyber Gang Cheats 200 Victims of ₹50 Crore, ‘Professor’ Behind the Scheme Busted
crime, DELHI (national capital territory)

Real-Life ‘Money Heist’ in Delhi: Cyber Gang Cheats 200 Victims of ₹50 Crore, ‘Professor’ Behind the Scheme Busted

New Delhi: In a daring real-life crime inspired by the popular TV series Money Heist, Delhi Police have busted a cyber fraud gang that swindled ₹50 crore from 200 unsuspecting victims. The gang’s mastermind, Arpit Mishra, known as the ‘Professor’, used fake online trading platforms to lure people with promises of high returns. How the Gang Operated The gang targeted victims through exclusive WhatsApp groups, claiming to provide special tips on stock market trading. Once people invested money, they were directed to a fake trading platform with fictitious shares. Victims were lured with the prospect of massive profits, only to find their accounts frozen, after which the gang demanded ransom to release the funds. Key Arrests Delhi Police have arrested three main members of the gan...
Hundreds of Children with Rare Diseases in Delhi Face Life-Threatening Crisis: Parents Appeal to PM and CJI for Urgent Intervention
DELHI (national capital territory)

Hundreds of Children with Rare Diseases in Delhi Face Life-Threatening Crisis: Parents Appeal to PM and CJI for Urgent Intervention

New Delhi: The lives of hundreds of children and young patients across India suffering from rare diseases are in grave danger due to halted medical treatments. Parents and patient advocacy groups have made a joint appeal to the Prime Minister and Chief Justice of India (CJI), urging immediate intervention. Funding Shortage Halts Critical Treatment Families highlight that one-time funding of ₹50 lakh per patient under the National Policy for Rare Diseases (NPRD-2021) has been exhausted for many, causing treatment to stop. In the past two years alone, approximately 60 children have died, while over 55 patients are still waiting for treatment. Court Orders Ignored, Health Ministry Appeals Last year, on October 4, the High Court directed the creation of a national fund of ₹974 cror...
Delhi Police Cracks Gold-Motivated Murder of DJB Engineer: Friend Turns Foe
crime, DELHI (national capital territory)

Delhi Police Cracks Gold-Motivated Murder of DJB Engineer: Friend Turns Foe

**New Delhi: The murder case of Delhi Jal Board (DJB) engineer Suresh Rathi (59) has finally been solved, with the police confirming that greed for gold was the motive behind his killing. Rathi, known for his love of jewelry and wealth display, became the target of a friend-turned-assailant who meticulously planned and executed the crime. Friendship Turns Fatal Rathi’s acquaintance with a man named Bunty began at a local paan shop in Rohini’s Sector 24. Over time, Bunty gained Rathi’s trust and was invited to his flat for drinks. This created a false sense of security, allowing Bunty to inspect Rathi’s expensive jewelry collection, which included heavy chains, thick bracelets, and rings. Greed Sparks Murder Plan When Bunty learned about rising gold prices, he saw an opportunity...
Delhi Crime Branch Nab Fugitive Nitesh Dahiya in POCSO and Murder Case After a Year-Long Hunt
DELHI (national capital territory)

Delhi Crime Branch Nab Fugitive Nitesh Dahiya in POCSO and Murder Case After a Year-Long Hunt

New Delhi: In a major breakthrough, the Delhi Crime Branch has re-arrested Nitesh Dahiya, a fugitive wanted in a murder and POCSO case, from Sonipat. Dahiya faces charges of kidnapping, sexual assault, and murder of a minor girl, and had been on the run since being granted bail last year. Fugitive Since Bail The case dates back to 2017, when Nitesh Dahiya and his associates were accused of abducting and killing a man who was in love with his friend’s sister. While initially arrested, Dahiya went absconding after securing bail in November of the previous year. Police Hunt and Raids Crime Branch officials revealed that multiple raids were conducted at potential hideouts over the past year. On 4 November, police received credible information about Dahiya’s presence in Sonipat. Act...
Delhi Police Cracks ₹20 Lakh Mobile Heist in 24 Hours: Fake Robbery Story Exposed
crime, DELHI (national capital territory)

Delhi Police Cracks ₹20 Lakh Mobile Heist in 24 Hours: Fake Robbery Story Exposed

**New Delhi: In a swift operation, Delhi Police unraveled a ₹20 lakh mobile phone heist within 24 hours, arresting four accused involved in staging a fake armed robbery. The incident took place near the Vikas Marg flyover, involving a courier boy, and the case was initially registered at Shahdara’s Shakarpur police station. Courier Boy Claims Armed Loot According to the police, the complainant Ashish Kumar, working as a courier boy, reported that while delivering high-end mobile phones to Karol Bagh, he was allegedly stopped by two men on another scooter near Vikas Marg flyover. He claimed they threatened him with a gun and stole a backpack containing 25 mobile phones—including 14 iPhone 17s and 10 OnePlus phones—valued at approximately ₹20 lakh. Police Senses Inconsistencies T...
JNUSU Election 2025: ABVP Creates Upset, Faces Tough Battle with Left Alliance
DELHI (national capital territory)

JNUSU Election 2025: ABVP Creates Upset, Faces Tough Battle with Left Alliance

**New Delhi: The Jawaharlal Nehru University Students’ Union (JNUSU) elections are witnessing a tense contest as vote counting progresses. Voting for the university’s student union was held on November 4, and early trends indicate a tight race between the Left alliance and the Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad (ABVP). Left Alliance Leading on Three Posts, ABVP Ahead on General Secretary As per the latest counting trends, the Left parties—comprising SFI, AISA, and DSF—are leading in three out of four key posts: President, Vice-President, and Joint Secretary. ABVP, however, is showing a strong performance on the General Secretary post, with its candidate Rajeshwar Kant Dubey maintaining a slender lead over the Left candidate Sunil Yadav. President: Left alliance candidate Aditi Mi...
Mahua Voting Live: Tej Pratap Yadav Faces Direct Duel with RJD’s Mukesh Roshan; Voting Updates Inside
Bihar

Mahua Voting Live: Tej Pratap Yadav Faces Direct Duel with RJD’s Mukesh Roshan; Voting Updates Inside

Vaishali, Bihar: Voting is underway for the Mahua Assembly seat in Bihar as the first phase of elections progresses. The spotlight is on Tej Pratap Yadav, the eldest son of RJD supremo Lalu Prasad Yadav, who is contesting as a rebel candidate from the Jan Shakti Janata Dal, against RJD’s sitting MLA Mukesh Roshan. Political Context Mahua, located in Vaishali district, has historically been an RJD stronghold. Since 2000, the constituency has mostly witnessed RJD victories, except for 2010 when JDU won the seat. Tej Pratap Yadav first contested from Mahua in 2015 and won, but in 2020 he shifted to Hasanpur, leaving Mukesh Roshan to represent RJD in Mahua. This year, after being expelled from RJD, Tej Pratap has returned to Mahua, setting up a high-stakes battle against his father’s ...
Mokama Seat Live Updates: Political Clash Heats Up Between Anant Singh and Veena Devi; Voting at 26.8%
Bihar

Mokama Seat Live Updates: Political Clash Heats Up Between Anant Singh and Veena Devi; Voting at 26.8%

** Patna/Mokama: The Mokama Assembly seat, one of Bihar’s most high-profile and hotly contested constituencies, is witnessing intense voting activity this morning. With tight security arrangements in place, voters have begun casting their ballots amidst heightened political tension. The contest has gained particular attention following the murder of Jan Suraj Party supporter Dular Chand Yadav, which has intensified the rivalry between Anant Singh, currently in jail, and Veena Devi, wife of Surajbhan Singh. After Anant Singh’s imprisonment, his wife Neelam Devi took charge of campaigning, and her influence is visible in the ongoing voting trends. Historical and Political Context Mokama has a long history of being dominated by strongmen: from Shyam Sundar Singh Dheeraj in the 198...
Bihar Voting Live: Lalu Family Casts Their Votes — Tejashwi Yadav Declares, “Change Will Come on November 14
Bihar

Bihar Voting Live: Lalu Family Casts Their Votes — Tejashwi Yadav Declares, “Change Will Come on November 14

” Patna: As the first phase of the Bihar Assembly Election 2025 got underway, the state’s most influential political family — RJD chief Lalu Prasad Yadav, former Chief Minister Rabri Devi, and Mahagathbandhan’s Chief Ministerial candidate Tejashwi Yadav — exercised their voting rights in Patna on Thursday morning. Accompanied by Tejashwi’s wife Rajshri Yadav and sister Misa Bharti, the family turned out together at the polling booth, drawing widespread media attention. After casting his vote, Lalu Prasad Yadav expressed confidence that this election would mark the beginning of a new era in Bihar’s politics, saying, “This election will bring change to Bihar.” Echoing his father’s sentiment, Tejashwi Yadav appealed to voters to come out in large numbers and “vote for change.” He ...
Noida Police Touch Death and Bounce Back — A Daring Cyber Rescue Saves ₹5 Crore from Fraud
Uttar Pradesh

Noida Police Touch Death and Bounce Back — A Daring Cyber Rescue Saves ₹5 Crore from Fraud

Noida: In a dramatic and commendable operation, the Noida Police Cyber Cell saved seven investors from losing nearly ₹5 crore in a sophisticated stock market scam spanning five states. The victims had already transferred between ₹12 lakh and ₹40 lakh each to the fraudsters and were on the verge of investing even more when the police intervened just in time. Reminiscent of actor Nawazuddin Siddiqui’s famous dialogue — “Main maut ko choo kar wapas aa sakta hoon” (I can touch death and come back) — the Noida Police indeed turned that line into reality. Acting swiftly, officers foiled what could have been one of the biggest cyber investment scams in Uttar Pradesh’s recent history. ADCP Cyber, Shavya Goyal, revealed that the cybercrime team had been closely tracking the gang’s operations....

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