This month, a University of Minnesota graduate student was detained by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), sparking significant concern and protests among students and faculty. Contrary to earlier reports suggesting the student's involvement in campus protests, federal officials confirmed that the detention was related to a prior criminal history, specifically a DUI arrest, and the subsequent revocation of the student's visa by the U.S. Department of State. The Department of Ho

The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) has arrested Kannada actor Ranya Rao in connection with a ₹12.56 crore gold smuggling case. According to the DRI’s arrest memo, Ranya attempted to smuggle 14.2 kg of 24-karat gold into India, concealing it in her clothing, shoes, and pockets to evade customs duty. The DRI’s memo outlines that Ranya Rao was intercepted on March 3, 2025, at Kempegowda International Airport (KIAL) in Bengaluru while arriving from Dubai on Emirates Fligh

A police shooting took place in Frisco on Thursday evening as officers attempted to serve felony arrest warrants. The incident occurred just after 6 p.m. in the 5400 block of Travis Drive, drawing a significant law enforcement presence to the area. While no officers were injured in the exchange, authorities have not disclosed the extent of injuries or whether anyone was struck by gunfire. The Texas Rangers are leading an investigation into the circumstances surr

The political climate in Andhra Pradesh has reached new heights of tension, with the YSR Congress (YSRCP) administration now facing backlash for a series of arrests, mirroring the intense period during the previous tenure of the TDP government. Under the leadership of N. Chandrababu Naidu, the TDP faced a wave of arrests, with leaders being detained regularly, sometimes on questionable grounds. This trend peaked just before the elections when Naidu himself was arrested in a high-profile case,

Despite constant warnings from banks, government agencies, and corporates about the growing threat of online scams, many individuals continue to fall victim to these digital frauds. Recently, two retired government officials from Noida were scammed out of Rs. 2.87 crore, one through a digital arrest scam and the other via a forex trading fraud. Authorities have now launched criminal investigations into both incidents, hoping to curb the increasing number of cyberc

A court in Bangladesh has issued a second arrest warrant for former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, accusing her of enforced disappearances during her time in power. The new charges, which were announced by the chief prosecutor of the International Crimes Tribunal (ICT), Tajul Islam, involve Hasina, her military adviser, and several law enforcement officials. Over 500 people were allegedly abducted by Bangladesh's security forces under her regime, with some of them detained in secret locati

A South Korean court has approved an arrest warrant for President Yoon Suk Yeol, marking a historic first in the country. The Seoul Western District Court granted the warrant after an investigation into Yoon’s decision to impose martial law on December 3. The Corruption Investigation Office for High-ranking Officials confirmed the court's approval, making this the first time an arrest warrant

 A Bengaluru software engineer was defrauded of Rs 11.8 crore over the span of just 18 days in a sophisticated "digital arrest" scam. The victim, a 39-year-old tech professional, filed a complaint with the North-East CEN police station on December 12 after realizing he had been tricked. The scam began when an individual posing as a Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) officer contacted the victim, falsely claiming his Aadhaar-linked SIM card was involved in illegal acti

The President of the International Criminal Court (ICC), Judge Tomoko Akane, strongly criticized both the U.S. and Russia for interfering with the court's investigations, accusing them of threatening the institution with economic sanctions and issuing arrest warrants for key officials. The remarks were made following the ICC’s decision to issue arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and others in connection to crimes in Gaza, which prompted backlash

In a heart-wrenching incident in Pune, 35-year-old cricketer Imran Patel died from a cardiac arrest while playing a match at the Garware Stadium on Thursday. Imran, an all-rounder known for his fitness, had been experiencing chest and arm pain while batting. He informed the umpires and was permitted to leave the field. However, while returning to the pavilion, he suddenly collapsed. The entire event was caught on the live stream, showing teammates rushing to his aid before he was quickly take

A controversy has erupted surrounding director Ram Gopal Varma (RGV), with reports claiming that the Andhra Pradesh police are searching for him, suspecting him of evading arrest. However, RGV has strongly denied these rumors. In a recent statement, he clarified that he is not absconding but is working on film-related tasks. He went on to state that no one had attempted to arrest him and that the police had never raided his office, famously known as 'Den' in Hyderabad. Addre

Sheikh Hasina, the ousted prime minister of Bangladesh, has strongly condemned the arrest of a Hindu priest and the violence in the country that followed. She demanded the immediate release of the arrested Hindu priest, describing the action as unjust. Hasina also spoke out about the death of a lawyer in Chittagong, who was killed during clashes related to the protest over the priest’s arrest. She condemned the rise in religious and communal violence, pointing out that temples, mosques,

Pawan Kalyan, the Deputy Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh, is currently on a political visit to Delhi, meeting with Union Ministers and discussing the state's interests. During his visit, the Telugu media in Delhi raised questions regarding the ongoing issue of Ram Gopal Varma (RGV) absconding after posting offensive, morphed pictures targeting political figures like Chandrababu Naidu, Pawan Kalyan, and

On Tuesday, India condemned the arrest of Chinmoy Krishna Das Brahmachari, a prominent Hindu priest and leader of the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON) in Bangladesh, calling for the protection of religious minorities in the country. Chandan Kumar Dhar, also known as Chinmoy Krishna Das, was arrested on Monday afternoon at Dhaka's Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport. A Dh

Ram Gopal Varma, a filmmaker known for his controversial and provocative actions, is currently embroiled in a legal battle due to his offensive social media posts. The filmmaker had shared morphed pictures of political figures such as Chandrababu Naidu, Pawan Kalyan, and Lokesh, leading to several cases being filed against him across multiple police stations in Andhra Pradesh. Despite being summoned for questioning, RGV has been evading arrest, citing various reasons and even seeking anticipa

The repercussions of alleged misuse of power by certain YCP leaders are surfacing with the recent arrest of former YCP MP Nandigam Suresh. Last night, Suresh was apprehended by Andhra Pradesh police at his flat in Miyapur, Hyderabad. His arrest is linked to a case from 2021 involving the vandalism of the TDP headquarters in Mangalagiri and an attempted attack on Chandrababu Naidu's residence.