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  West Bengal: 12 people arrested for gambling in Malda

  November 11, 2023 20:32 IST

  A total of Rs 2.23 lakh in cash was seized from the accused, police said.

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  3 policemen in UP siphon off Rs 12 lakh seized from gamblers, bounty announced

  Crime | November 16, 2019 7:21 IST

  A case under relevant sections of the IPC and the Prevention of Corruption Act has been filed against them but they have gone missing, following which the bounty was announced, Senior Superintendent of Police Sudhir Kumar Singh said.

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  Happy Diwali 2017: Here’s why people gamble on Diwali night

  Lifestyle | October 19, 2017 10:36 IST

  Playing cards is extremely popular on Diwali night as it is believed that gambling on the festival of lights not only impresses Goddess Lakshmi but also ensures her goodwill.