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CBI arrests DGCA official, corporate consultant in alleged bribery case
The Central Bureau of Investigation has apprehended a senior Directorate General of Civil Aviation official and a consultant linked to Reliance Industries. The arrests stem from an alleged bribery case involving ₹2.5 lakh for drone import approvals. The DGCA deputy director-general is accused of demanding payment for granting permissions. The consultant is also associated with a drone manufacturing firm.
CBI arrests deputy DGCA, senior executive of corporate group in drone import bribery case
The CBI has apprehended a senior official from the Directorate General of Civil Aviation and a top executive from Asteria Aerospace. The arrests are linked to a bribery case involving Rs 2.5 lakh. This payment was allegedly to expedite the import of drones for the aerospace company. Searches uncovered significant cash and valuables. The investigation is ongoing.
Mumbai concert drug overdose deaths: Bouncer held for giving 'peddlers' entry without tickets
A bouncer was arrested in Mumbai in connection with the drug overdose deaths at a concert. He allegedly allowed two individuals without tickets to enter the venue to sell drugs. This arrest brings the total number of people held in the case to ten. The victims, two MBA students, died after consuming alcohol and ecstasy pills. The investigation is ongoing.
Guwahati court denies non-bailable arrest warrant against Congress leader Pawan Khera
The order was passed by the Chief Judicial Magistrate (CJM), Kamrup Metro, on April 7, a day before Khera applied for anticipatory bail before the Telangana High Court.
UP Police bust inter-state cyber gang in Bareilly with links to Nepal, China; arrests 5
Uttar Pradesh Police have uncovered a major inter-state cyber fraud network. Five individuals were apprehended in Bareilly for their alleged involvement in duping people across multiple states. The syndicate is suspected to have connections with operators in Nepal and handlers in China. Investigations revealed the use of fake accounts and digital tools for fraudulent transactions.
Allahabad court restrains FIR order against Rahul Gandhi
The Allahabad High Court has paused an order for an FIR against Congress MP Rahul Gandhi. This is regarding allegations of dual citizenship. The court will now decide if prior notice was legally necessary. The bench previously found prima facie cognisable offences. It will examine legal requirements before issuing any directions. The matter is scheduled for April 20.
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Accused concealed prior marriage, put pressure to convert, claims complainant in TCS case
A victim in the TCS Nashik case has told police that an accused sexually assaulted her in 2022, concealed his marriage and later harassed her at workplace. She also alleged pressure to convert religion. The case has led to nine FIRs, eight arrests and an SIT probe, while TCS said no complaints were received internally.
Chhattisgarh power plant blast: Death toll rises to 21; Congress demands culpable homicide charge
The death toll from the April 14 blast at Vedanta's power plant in Sakti district, Chhattisgarh, has reached 21. A worker died from injuries on Thursday night. The explosion occurred in a steam tube. Fourteen individuals remain hospitalized, with five in critical condition. Police have registered an FIR naming Vedanta Group chairman Anil Agarwal and plant head Devendra Patel.
Drug overdose deaths at Mumbai concert: One held from Kalyan; number of arrests reach eight
Police arrested a 21-year-old man from Kalyan in Thane district. He is linked to the deaths of two MBA students at a Goregaon concert. The students allegedly died from drug overdose and alcohol consumption on April 11. Eight people have been arrested so far in the case. Five are alleged drug suppliers and three are connected to the concert's organization.
UP wedding horror: 11-year-old thrown into burning tandoor over rasgullas, suffers severe burns
An 11-year-old boy suffered severe burns after allegedly being thrown into a burning tandoor at a wedding in Uttar Pradesh's Basti district. The incident reportedly occurred when a catering contractor became angry with the child for taking too many rasgullas. The child is in stable condition at a Lucknow medical college, and a case has been registered against unidentified individuals.
Allahabad HC orders FIR against Rahul Gandhi in alleged dual citizenship case
The Allahabad High Court has directed the registration of an FIR against Congress MP Rahul Gandhi. This follows allegations of dual citizenship. The court also suggested involving a central agency for investigation. The order came after a BJP worker challenged a lower court's dismissal of his plea. The case was transferred to Lucknow before the high court's directive.
SC declines relief to Congress leader Pawan Khera, asks him to seek bail in Assam
The Supreme Court has declined to grant protection to Congress leader Pawan Khera. He sought this protection until April 20 regarding allegations against Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma's wife. The top court directed Khera to approach the Assam court for anticipatory bail. The case stems from Khera's press conference on April 5.
TCS Nashik case reaches Supreme Court: Plea terms forced religious conversions a 'terror act', indirect 'war on India'
TCS Nashik Case News: Allegations of religious coercion and exploitation at a TCS Nashik workplace have reached the Supreme Court. A plea argues these incidents are part of a wider pattern of forced conversions, calling them a 'terrorist act'. The Supreme Court is urged to direct stricter measures against such practices nationwide. Investigations are ongoing, with arrests made and internal inquiries launched by TCS.
Excess fuel, pressure surge in boiler led to Vedanta power plant blast that killed 20: Initial probe
An initial investigation into the Vedanta power plant blast in Chhattisgarh's Sakti district revealed excessive fuel accumulation in the boiler furnace caused a pressure build-up, leading to the explosion. This incident, which claimed 20 lives, has resulted in an FIR against Vedanta and its contractor for negligence in maintenance and operational standards.
'Harassment, religious conversion' at Nashik MNC: 2 accused sent in fresh police custody
Two men arrested in a sexual harassment and forced religious conversion case at a Tata Consultancy Services unit in Nashik were sent to police custody. Seven employees have been arrested in total. A special investigation team is probing complaints from eight women. Tata Sons chairman stated the allegations are concerning. The National Commission for Women is also investigating.
FIR against Vedanta plant management officials, others after Chhattisgarh blast kills 20 workers
Chhattisgarh police have filed a case against Vedanta power plant management. This action follows a deadly blast on April 14 that claimed 20 lives and injured 16 workers. The explosion occurred when a high-pressure steam tube burst at the Sakti district plant. Investigations are ongoing, with multiple reports awaited to determine the exact cause of the incident.
Manipur extends internet ban in Imphal valley till April 18
Mobile internet services remain suspended in five Imphal valley districts for another two days. This decision follows a recent bomb attack that claimed lives. Authorities aim to curb the spread of misinformation and prevent further violence. Curfew restrictions have been eased daily to allow essential activities. The investigation into the attack is underway with the NIA.
Gujarat HC issues notices to Meta, X, Google over PIL seeking curb on misuse of AI
The Gujarat High Court has called upon major tech players including Meta, Google, X, Reddit, and Scribd to address the growing concern of AI-generated deepfake media. The court demands a solid regulatory framework to prevent misuse, urging these platforms to register with the Sahyog portal for efficient removal of harmful content.
Unidentified woman’s body recovered from Manipur district
Fresh tensions have emerged in Manipur after the body of an unidentified woman was found in Churachandpur district, prompting a police investigation amid ongoing unrest, curfews, and continued restrictions in parts of the state.
West Bengal Polls: ‘Boroline’ remark sparks row in Kolkata; Mamata Banerjee hits out at poll authorities
A remark by a Kolkata South election officer warning troublemakers would need “Boroline” and “Burnol” has sparked a political row, with Mamata Banerjee criticising poll authorities. The Trinamool Congress filed a complaint, calling the post inflammatory and in violation of election rules. The Election Commission has sought a report. Banerjee also alleged targeting of her party and raised concerns over possible arrests of booth agents.
A tip-off, a covert op, and a bust: Inside the TCS Nashik sexual abuse case
A tip-off led police to launch a covert operation inside a TCS Nashik unit, with officers posing as staff to monitor workplace conduct. Their findings triggered nine FIRs, multiple arrests, and serious allegations of sexual harassment, coercion, and religious pressure, prompting an ongoing probe and internal company action.
Stricter anti-sacrilege Bill tabled in Punjab Assembly, proposes life imprisonment and heavy fines
A new bill proposes severe penalties for sacrilege against the Guru Granth Sahib in Punjab. The Jaagat Jot Sri Guru Granth Sahib Satkar (Amendment) Bill, 2026, introduced in the Punjab Assembly, seeks to deter 'beadbi' with punishments ranging from 10 years to life imprisonment. Fines from Rs 5 lakh to Rs 25 lakh are also proposed.
Odisha IAS officer accused of cheating man of Rs 95 lakh in land fraud; Complainant also alleges death threats & legal intimidation
A senior Odisha IAS officer, Aradhana Das, is under investigation after an FIR was registered over an alleged Rs 95 lakh land fraud case. The complainant claimed he paid the full amount, Rs 85 lakh via RTGS and the rest in cash, for a plot, but the land was neither registered nor handed over. He also alleged that the officer later refused to execute the sale deed, claimed the money had been spent, and issued threats.
Three men from Punjab arrested for stabbing passengers, driver of bus in Himachal over road rage
Three men from Punjab have been arrested in Himachal Pradesh's Kangra district. They allegedly stabbed a bus driver, conductor, and two passengers following a road rage incident. The accused attempted to overtake the bus, leading to a heated argument and alleged firing of shots. Police apprehended the suspects and seized the weapon. The injured are receiving treatment.
Who is YouTuber ‘Savukku’ Shankar? What is the case behind his Andhra Pradesh arrest
YouTuber Savukku Shankar has been arrested by Chennai police in Andhra Pradesh. He failed to surrender after his interim bail expired on March 25. Police tracked him to a hotel where three others were also apprehended. Shankar faces charges for not appearing as per bail conditions. He was previously arrested in connection with extortion cases.
'Godman' Kharat gets 14-day judicial custody in second rape case
Nashik court sends self-styled godman Ashok Kharat to judicial custody until April 21. He faces a second rape case involving sexual exploitation since 2020. Kharat allegedly abused his religious position to exploit a woman. He is also involved in multiple other criminal cases. Authorities are pursuing further legal action.
Firozabad cyber police bust illegal IPTV network; 3 arrested
Firozabad cyber crime police have apprehended three individuals from Uttar Pradesh, Punjab, and Rajasthan. They were running an illegal IPTV network. This network illegally streamed premium television and OTT content. This included ongoing IPL matches. The operation is part of a larger crackdown on piracy. Authorities seized electronic devices and froze ₹20 lakh.
ISI-backed terror module busted, 3 held with two grenades, pistol: Punjab Police
Punjab Police have dismantled a terror module backed by Pakistan's ISI. Three individuals were arrested in a swift operation. Authorities recovered two hand grenades and a pistol. The module was reportedly planning attacks on police establishments across multiple states. Investigations are ongoing to apprehend further members of the network.
Case against BJP councillor for 'blocking' UDF candidate's poll campaign in Palakkad
A case is registered against a BJP councillor, her daughter, and brother. They allegedly blocked UDF candidate Rammesh Pisharody's campaign in Palakka. The incident occurred on April 1. Pisharody was prevented from entering a BJP stronghold. The Chief Minister condemned the act. The BJP leader stated Pisharody was stopped due to alleged anti-women remarks.
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