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R Premkumar, chairman of BLM credit society, faces a new cheating case of Rs 1.6 crore in Kothamangalam, even as he secured bail in a separate fund diversion case in Kozhikode. The new FIR alleges he induced a woman to invest with promises of high commission. Premkumar claims all cases are false, while BLM representatives deny allegations and assert the society's financial stability.

Four individuals were arrested in Uttar Pradesh for allegedly defrauding a Gurugram resident of Rs 1.90 lakh through a fake credit card reward points link. The victim lost money after clicking a fraudulent link, leading to a police investigation and the subsequent arrests.

Eight individuals have been booked in Mumbai for their alleged involvement in an organised theft network that stole iron rods from trailers transporting construction materials. Police have recovered stolen goods valued at Rs 1.6 crore, and further investigation is ongoing to uncover the full extent of the racket and identify more culprits.

Gangster Chhota Rajan and four others have been acquitted by a special CBI court in Mumbai in a 2009 case involving an attempt on the life of Shiv Sena leader Ajay Bhosale in Pune. The attack, which occurred during an election campaign, was reportedly linked to a property dispute.

The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) has dismantled an interstate drug trafficking network, seizing 3.01 kg of amphetamine valued at Rs 2.4 crore. Two bus passengers were arrested in Nagpur district after DRI officials intercepted a Bengaluru-bound bus from Delhi.

A 38-year-old Ivory Coast national, Abou Tarore, has been arrested in Gurugram with 4.86 grams of cocaine. He was apprehended near the Sector 17/18 turn and also had a scooter. Tarore, who entered India on a tourist visa in 2021, intended to sell the cocaine and faces charges under the NDPS Act. He reportedly has a previous NDPS case in Ambala.

Gurugram police arrested two men, Deepak and Rahul, seizing five pistols and 11 magazines. Deepak, wanted in eight criminal cases including murder and kidnapping, was allegedly forming a new gang after being released on bail. He reportedly procured weapons to settle disputes and avenge a past murder, and has an extensive criminal record across multiple regions.

Former India all-rounder Yuvraj Singh has expressed his belief that talented young players like Abhishek Sharma, Ishan Kishan, and Vaibhav Sooryavanshi are not being given due justice by not being regularly picked for the ODI squad. He acknowledged the challenge posed by senior players but hopes their performance will soon earn them a spot.

The Mizoram government has initiated the second phase of its anti-drug campaign, 'Operation Jericho-2', to curb narcotics movement ahead of the festive season. Led by DGP Sharad Agarwal, the operation involves multiple police battalions and focuses on border districts, intelligence-led enforcement, and community participation to dismantle trafficking networks. This follows a successful first phase that saw significant drug seizures and arrests.

Yuvraj Singh expects his iconic six-sixes record to fall soon while crediting Abhishek Sharma's exceptional work ethic for his rise to the top of T20I batting rankings.

Former Supreme Court judge Ranjana Prakash Desai has been appointed by the apex court as the sole mediator in the high-stakes Krishna-Godavari basin gas migration dispute involving Reliance Industries. This appointment comes as Justice Desai has also been a prominent figure in leading committees for drafting Uniform Civil Code (UCC) legislation across several Indian states, including Uttarakhand, Gujarat, Maharashtra, and West Bengal.

India's spin bowling coach Sairaj Bahutule addressed the limited opportunities for Kuldeep Yadav and Varun Chakravarthy in the ongoing T20I series against New Zealand, stating they understand the team's preferred combination. Despite a heavy defeat in the fourth T20I, Bahutule highlighted the spinners' readiness and the team's attacking approach, while also discussing challenges at Eden Park and the potential for changes in the next game.

A Delhi court has convicted a woman, Asma, under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act for possessing over 2 kg of ganja, rejecting her defence that the contraband was planted by police. The court found the prosecution proved its case beyond reasonable doubt, despite defence arguments regarding lack of independent witnesses and procedural lapses.

A Delhi court has convicted a woman, Asma, under the NDPS Act for possessing over 2 kg of ganja, rejecting her defence that the contraband was planted by police. The court found the prosecution proved its case beyond reasonable doubt, with the matter now listed for arguments on the quantum of sentence.

Mumbra Police in Thane have seized mephedrone worth over Rs 1.50 crore from four foreign nationals, including three Tanzanians and one Nigerian, following a raid on Thursday. The accused have been booked under the NDPS Act, and authorities have urged residents to conduct tenant verification for foreign nationals.

Four individuals have been arrested in connection with three separate firing incidents that occurred in the Nalagarh-Baddi area of Himachal Pradesh's Solan district. The arrests were made during a special operation in Mohali, Punjab, following investigations into the incidents that took place on October 14, October 23-24, and October 25.

Newly appointed Mumbai Indians batting coach Robin Uthappa discusses the team's poor performance in IPL 2025 and his plans to rebuild trust with fans and empower domestic players. He views his return to MI, where he started his IPL career, as destiny and aims to make the team a formidable force both at home and away.

The INDIA bloc is set to hold a 'Chalo Dilli' march on November 1, culminating at Ramlila Maidan. The protest aims to highlight alleged vote chori and press for the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar over voter list irregularities. Rahul Gandhi has urged public participation, assuring them against police action.

Amritsar Commissionerate Police has dismantled three distinct drug trafficking and illegal arms smuggling networks, leading to the arrest of eight individuals. Authorities recovered 11 pistols and 2.293 kg of heroin, with investigations revealing links to foreign-based handlers facilitating weapon supply.

Punjab Police have dismantled three separate drug trafficking and illegal arms smuggling networks in Amritsar, arresting eight individuals. The operations led to the recovery of 11 pistols and over 2 kg of heroin. Preliminary investigations suggest links to foreign-based handlers supplying illegal weapons.

A man in Morbi, Gujarat, was arrested for allegedly setting his neighbour's car on fire. The accused, Sikhar Gohel, reportedly committed the act on Wednesday evening due to irritation caused by the car's sensor alarm. The incident was captured on CCTV and the police have registered a case under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita.

A glacial lake outburst flood (GLOF) in Bhutan's Gasa region caused the Sankosh River in West Bengal's Alipurduar district to swell, leading to the evacuation of approximately 12,000 people to safer locations on Friday. Authorities are monitoring the situation, with NDRF and SDRF teams deployed, though no major damage or casualties have been reported so far. Rivers in Jalpaiguri district remained unaffected.

Pakistan's head coach Mike Hesson is optimistic about his team's chances in the triangular series final against Sri Lanka in Lahore on Saturday, despite recent top-order batting struggles. Sri Lanka, having beaten Pakistan in the 2023 Asia Cup final, enter with strong batting form.

Ragesh, alias Jumanji, the prime accused in a significant 2024 drug trafficking case in Athani, Kochi, has been arrested in Kullu, Himachal Pradesh. He had been evading authorities for nearly two years after the seizure of MDMA, LSD stamps, and ganja. Police disguised as tourists apprehended him.

New Zealand spinner Mitchell Santner has become the third player from his country to claim 150 T20 International wickets. He achieved this feat during the fourth T20I against India, where he also surpassed Ish Sodhi for the most T20I wickets against India. Santner's performance contributed to New Zealand's 87-run victory in Auckland.

A Delhi man sought police intervention on Karwa Chauth after his wife allegedly refused to break her fast by looking at him, following an argument. Police from Nihal Vihar resolved the domestic dispute amicably, and the wife subsequently performed the traditional rituals.

Delhi Police's Operation CyHawk 6.0 led to the arrest of 944 people and registration of 1,032 cases in a two-day cybercrime crackdown. The operation investigated 4,002 complaints involving an alleged fraud of Rs 479 crore, targeting organised networks across 17 states and five Union Territories.

The Supreme Court has instructed the Election Commission to probe allegations of irregularities, specifically concerning bulk Form 7 applications, during the special intensive revision of electoral rolls in Uttar Pradesh. The court's directive came after petitioners raised concerns about the deletion of voters' names, with the EC acknowledging bulk submissions but stating they were not acted upon due to being false.

US intelligence agencies have reportedly concluded that Alice Huang, a Chinese businesswoman with close ties to Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang, was a Chinese intelligence asset. She is accused of funnelling information to Beijing and helping China circumvent US AI chip restrictions. China has dismissed these allegations as a smear. The findings raise concerns about potential access to sensitive information regarding US-China relations and Nvidia's technology.

Delhi Police have arrested two men, Sachin Sharma and Sumit, for allegedly defrauding Tamil Nadu residents by promising scholarships for higher education. The scam involved using a mule bank account and a database of 54,000 contacts. Investigators traced the financial trail after a complaint from a victim, leading to the arrests and the recovery of crucial evidence.

New Zealand pacer Jacob Duffy registered the best bowling figures by a Kiwi pacer against India, taking 4/23 in the fourth T20I. His performance, including crucial early wickets, helped New Zealand secure an 87-run victory and their first win in the five-match series.

Thirty-six Bangladeshi nationals were arrested in Assam's Dhubri district on Friday for allegedly entering India without valid documents. The arrests followed a tip-off about potential mass transit of infiltrators via a river route.

India suffered an 87-run defeat against New Zealand in the fourth T20 International, with skipper Shreyas Iyer admitting the bowling unit performed below par. New Zealand posted a massive 259 for 7, powered by Glenn Phillips' century and Michael Bracewell's quickfire fifty. Iyer stressed the need for the team to go back to the drawing board before the final match, acknowledging the challenging dimensions of Eden Park.

Glenn Phillips' explosive 107-run innings led New Zealand to an 87-run victory over India in the fourth Twenty20 International on Friday. This consolation win came after India had already secured the five-match series.

A 30-year-old alleged member of the Kala Assaudiya-Himanshu Bhau gang, declared a proclaimed offender in murder and dacoity cases, has been arrested in south Delhi. Police seized a sophisticated pistol and five live cartridges from the accused, Manish alias Ajay alias Bhola. He was wanted in two cases at Mundka police station and has previous criminal involvements in Delhi and Haryana.

Ghanakanta Gogoi, the prime accused in the Guwahati hotel firing incident that killed five people, scuffled with police personnel on Friday while being brought out of his residence after a search operation. He reportedly tried to speak to the media, but police prevented him.

South Africa reached 202 for five at lunch on day four, building a 102-run lead as Rickelton held firm, with the series winner set to claim Test cricket's top ranking.

India's U15 football team concluded their FIFA U15 World Cup and Festival campaign with a 6-4 victory over Cuba. The Blue Colts finished 87th among 189 nations, securing five wins, four defeats, and one draw in the tournament.

Devdutt Padikkal's exceptional form and the inclusion of pacer Mohammed Siraj are set to bolster India A as they face New Zealand A in the second unofficial four-day Test starting on Saturday. The series serves as crucial preparation for India's upcoming Test series against New Zealand, with several players vying to make an impression. India A will look for more consistency from their batting unit after a mixed performance in the first match, which ended in a draw despite their strong comeback.

A Delhi court has rejected the CBI's plea to alter charges against former DHFL CMD Kapil Wadhawan, former director Dheeraj Wadhawan, and businessman Ajay Ramesh Nawandar in the Rs 34,000 crore bank fraud case. The court stated it cannot review its own order of framing charges except for clerical errors and found no evidence for certain IPC sections.

A 23-year-old UPSC aspirant was arrested in Uttar Pradesh for making a hoax call to his former roommate in Delhi, falsely claiming a Pakistan-based terror organisation was planning blasts. The accused, Suraj Verma, used a landline and modulated his voice to make the prank appear serious. Police cracked the case within 48 hours through technical surveillance and coordination with the Uttar Pradesh Police.

Seven-time Formula One world champion Lewis Hamilton has expressed confidence in his ability to continue racing into the 2030s, potentially participating in the sport's return to Africa, citing his sustained reaction times and commitment to performance.

Police in Gujarat have arrested three individuals for allegedly luring a minor girl into converting to Islam. The girl was reportedly taken to a dargah in Unava village, where she was persuaded to change her religion and given a new name. The incident came to light after her mother filed a missing person complaint. Authorities have invoked multiple laws, including the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, Gujarat Freedom of Religion Act, POCSO Act, and SC/ST (Prevention of Atrocities) Act.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi vowed to serve India till his last breath, criticising the Opposition for allegedly rejoicing in crises and spreading panic over fertiliser and cooking gas availability amidst the West Asia conflict. He inaugurated development projects worth Rs 14,000 crore and released the 24th instalment of PM-Kisan, highlighting government efforts to shield farmers from rising global prices and empower them through various schemes.

Indian top-order batter Jemimah Rodrigues has announced her full recovery from a hamstring injury sustained in August, making her available for upcoming assignments, including the multi-format tour of South Africa in December.

A helicopter carrying six individuals from Badrinath to Dehradun tragically crashed near Joshimath.

Anvay Dravid and Aaryavir Sehwag, sons of former India cricket legends Rahul Dravid and Virender Sehwag, have been selected for India's U19 squad for the ACC Men's U19 Asia Cup in Muscat, Oman, following their impressive performances in the Vinoo Mankad Trophy.

Dinesh Arora has resigned as treasurer of the All India Tennis Association (AITA) Interim Executive Committee on ethical grounds. This follows his resignation from the Punjab Lawn Tennis Association (PLTA) amid allegations of financial irregularities, which are currently unestablished. AITA is set to hold elections on November 27.

Delhi Police have dismantled a cyber-fraud network that operated from a moving SUV to avoid detection, arresting three individuals. The fraudsters allegedly cheated a victim of Rs 65,000 by posing as insurance refund processors and used mule bank accounts. The operation involved sophisticated methods to evade law enforcement.

Indian pacer Arshdeep Singh has become the first Indian bowler to take 150 wickets in T20 Internationals, achieving the milestone during the 4th T20I against New Zealand at Eden Park.