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Andhra Pradesh liquor scam: SIT uncovers key evidence, Rs 11 crore seized, politicians arrested
India | Aug 03, 2025, 12:22 PM ISTThe Andhra Pradesh liquor scam, estimated to be worth over Rs. 3,500 crore, has been a central issue in the state's politics, with the SIT and Enforcement Directorate (ED) both conducting probes.
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Ex-Chhattisgarh CM Bhupesh Baghel and his son Chaitanya move Supreme Court against CBI, ED probes
India | Aug 03, 2025, 07:29 AM ISTED officials conducted raids at the Baghel family residence in Bhilai, Durg district, on July 18. Chaitanya was taken into custody under Section 19 of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act. The ED cited non-cooperation during the search as grounds for immediate arrest.
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Cyber fraud in Mumbai: Woman duped of Rs 4 Lakh by impersonators posing as senior police officials
Maharashtra | Jul 31, 2025, 07:24 AM ISTCyber fraud in Mumbai: According to details shared by the police, a woman employed in Andheri received a call from an unfamiliar number on July 19 at approximately 12:30 pm. The caller informed her that her Aadhaar card had allegedly been used to open several bank accounts.
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Google, X putting Indians at risk: Unchecked ads on these platforms helping scammers
Technology | Jul 24, 2025, 04:44 PM ISTThese advertisements feature deceptive news articles that appear genuine and encourage users to invest in fake platforms, ultimately scamming them out of their money.
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Uttar Pradesh: Fake STF officer among three arrested for running govt job scam in Bulandshahr
Uttar Pradesh | Jul 24, 2025, 08:21 AM ISTUttar Pradesh: In one instance, the gang allegedly swindled a man named Gajendra Singh from Pahasu by luring him with the promise of a government job in return for ₹15 lakh. After collecting the money, they issued him forged posting documents and vanished, according to police officials.
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Fake embassy busted in Ghaziabad: Man posed as diplomat of fictional nations, ran 'hawala network'
Uttar Pradesh | Jul 23, 2025, 02:17 PM ISTInvestigations uncovered that Harshvardhan Jain had doctored photographs of himself alongside top officials, including the Prime Minister and the President, in an attempt to project legitimacy and gain credibility.
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Police nabs interstate gang behind social media investment scams: Tips to protect yourself
Technology | Jul 22, 2025, 08:11 PM ISTThe gang was targeting victims through social media by offering high returns on investment. Here are some useful tips to protect yourself from these kinds of scams.
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YSRCP MP PV Midhun Reddy arrested in alleged Rs 3,200 cr Andhra liquor scam
India | Jul 19, 2025, 11:48 PM ISTMidhun Reddy appeared before the SIT office in Vijayawada this morning and joined the investigation. After initial questioning, SIT officials took him into custody.
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Chaitanya Baghel, former Chhattisgarh CM Bhupesh Baghel's son, arrested by ED in liquor scam
chhattisgarh | Jul 18, 2025, 04:21 PM ISTThe arrest, which coincided with Chaitanya Baghel’s birthday, came after searches conducted by central agencies earlier in the day. According to the ED, the action was initiated following the receipt of fresh evidence in the case.
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Trouble for AAP: ED probes Rs 6,000 cr scams linked to hospital construction, CCTV project
Delhi | Jul 18, 2025, 10:48 AM ISTThe Enforcement Directorate has filed money laundering cases against AAP in three major scams—hospital construction, CCTV procurement, and DUSIB—intensifying legal pressure ahead of elections.
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ED raids residence of former Chhattisgarh CM Bhupesh Baghel's son in connection with liquor scam
chhattisgarh | Jul 18, 2025, 10:59 AM ISTThe Enforcement Directorate (ED) raided former Chhattisgarh CM Bhupesh Baghel's Bhilai residence early today in connection with the alleged liquor scam.
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Kerala couple vanishes with crores in Bengalurua after pulling off 'Phir Hera Pheri'-style scam
India | Jul 08, 2025, 04:38 PM ISTA Kerala couple running a chit fund in Bengaluru has fled after allegedly defrauding hundreds of investors of crores, leaving many devastated and prompting a police manhunt.
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Who is Soham Parekh? Indian techie moonlighting US startups and how is he earning Rs 3 lakh a day
World | Jul 03, 2025, 02:53 PM ISTThe revelation has sent shockwaves through Silicon Valley, prompting strong reactions from founders, investors, and engineers. Many are calling it one of the most audacious employment scams in recent memory.
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Major setback for Siddaramaiah govt as Karnataka HC directs CBI to investigate Valmiki scheme scam
Karnataka | Jul 01, 2025, 11:44 PM ISTThe Karnataka High Court has ordered a comprehensive CBI investigation into the Valmiki Scheduled Tribes Development Corporation scam, expanding the probe's scope beyond initial financial irregularities.
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Mithi river scam case: Dino Morea, Santino leave ED office after more than 3 hours of questioning
Entertainment | Jun 19, 2025, 01:56 PM ISTDino Morea arrived at the ED office at approximately 10:30 AM after receiving a new summons, on Thursday. He left the office after 3.30 hours of questioning.
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Enforcement Directorate questions actor Dino Morea over Mithi river scam case
Entertainment | Jun 12, 2025, 12:16 PM ISTBollywood actor Dino Morea reached the ED office in Mumbai on Thursday, June 12, 2025. The Enforcement Directorate has summoned him for questioning in connection with the ongoing Rs 65 crore Mithi river cleaning scam case.
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Dino Morea to appear before ED in Mithi river cleaning scam case after his questioning by EOW
Entertainment | Jun 12, 2025, 11:09 AM ISTDino Morea is supposed to appear before the ED in the Mithi River cleaning scam case on Wednesday. He had earlier appeared at the Economic Offences Wing office on May 26.
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Danger alert! Delete these 20 apps now or risk losing your Crypto Wallet
Technology | Jun 08, 2025, 06:21 PM ISTThese apps are tricking users into entering their 12-word wallet recovery phrases, leading to potential theft of crypto assets. Apps like SushiSwap, PancakeSwap, Hyperliquid, and Raydium are among the dangerous ones identified.
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Dino Morea questioned in Mithi River scam case, actor reaches EOW office along with brother Santino
Entertainment | May 26, 2025, 02:03 PM ISTActor Dino Morea has been questioned by the EOW of the Mumbai Police in the Mithi River scam case. His brother Santino is also being questioned at the time of writing.
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Angad Singh Chandhok, accused of running million-dollar tech support scam, extradited to India
India | May 24, 2025, 11:42 AM ISTAccording to allegations, Chandhok created several shell companies and used them to transfer stolen funds obtained through the tech support scheme to India and other countries.