December 23, 2025

CBI, MEA Bring Back Drug Smuggler Ritik Bajaj from UAE to India

Ritik Bajaj, wanted for drug smuggling, was brought back from UAE on Dec 23. CBI and Delhi Police worked with Interpol to arrest him. Over 150 criminals returned this way before.

December 23, 2025

UP Fast Track Court Rejects Plea to Withdraw Charges in Dadri Lynching Case

A Surajpur Fast Track Court has refused the Uttar Pradesh government's plea to drop charges against 14 accused in the 2015 Dadri lynching of Mohammad Akhlaq. The court ordered daily hearings and protection of evidence, with the next session scheduled for January 6, 2026.

December 23, 2025

Bengaluru Lecturer Arrested for Stealing Gold at Weddings to Fund Husband’s Medical Bills

A 46-year-old college lecturer in Bengaluru was caught stealing gold jewellery from wedding halls on weekends. Police seized valuables worth ₹32 lakh. She stole to pay for her husband’s medical treatment.

December 23, 2025

Bombay High Court Slams BMC, MPCB for Failing to Shield Mumbai Construction Workers from Air Pollution

Bombay High Court sharply criticises BMC and MPCB for neglecting Mumbai’s construction workers amid severe air pollution. Court demands urgent protective measures and questions poor enforcement despite high pollution levels.

December 23, 2025

Four Bengaluru Students Kidnapped and Robbed After Biryani Trip, ₹1.5 Lakh Stolen Via UPI

Four Bengaluru engineering students were kidnapped and robbed early morning after a biryani outing. Police arrested one accused following ₹1.5 lakh UPI theft.