Bengaluru Police Register Cases in Rising Traffic Fine Payment Link Fraud

January 7, 2026

Bengaluru Police Register Cases in Rising Traffic Fine Payment Link Fraud

Two people in Whitefield lost over ₹2.7 lakh after clicking fake traffic fine links. Police warn against clicking random payment links and stress official communication is never through phone texts.

26 Maoists, Including 13 with ₹65 Lakh Bounty, Surrender in Chhattisgarh's Sukma

January 7, 2026

26 Maoists, Including 13 with ₹65 Lakh Bounty, Surrender in Chhattisgarh's Sukma

In a major breakthrough, 26 Maoists, including 7 women and 13 carrying bounties totaling ₹65 lakh, surrendered in Sukma district, Chhattisgarh. They joined the Poona Margem rehabilitation program, aiming for social reintegration and peace.

US Weighs Military Use to Acquire Greenland, Calls It a National Security Priority

January 7, 2026

US Weighs Military Use to Acquire Greenland, Calls It a National Security Priority

The White House says US President Trump is exploring all options, including military action, to acquire Greenland from Denmark. European leaders back Denmark and warn against US moves amid Arctic security concerns.

Six-Year-Old Girl Found Strangled in Bengaluru’s Whitefield Migrant Colony

January 7, 2026

Six-Year-Old Girl Found Strangled in Bengaluru’s Whitefield Migrant Colony

A six-year-old girl was strangled to death in a migrant colony in Whitefield, Bengaluru. Police are searching for suspect Yusuf Meer as the family mourns the tragic loss.

Private Bus Catches Fire on Kovvur-Rajahmundry Bridge, No Casualties

January 7, 2026

Private Bus Catches Fire on Kovvur-Rajahmundry Bridge, No Casualties

A private bus on the Kovvur-Rajahmundry Gammon bridge caught fire early Wednesday due to a short circuit. Driver evacuated all safely. Police are investigating.