Rahul Gandhi's Attack on Arvind Kejriwal Rahul Gandhi, in his rally at Delhi's Patparganj, strongly criticized Arvind Kejriwal, labeling him as the "architect of the liquor scam." This criticism came amid the ongoing Delhi election campaign, where Gandhi targeted Kejriwal's promises of clean politics and transformation. He also pointed out that Kejriwal had failed to live up to his promises during crucial times, including during the Delhi riots of

A recent report by global analytics firm FICO has highlighted the increasing threat of scams in India's real-time payments (RTP) ecosystem. According to the survey, over one-third (34%) of respondents have lost money to scams, paying for goods, services, or investments that were never delivered. The report further reveals that 60% of respondents have received messages from scammers, and 54% reported that friends or family members have been scammed. Despite fewer people reporting

 Gold futures on the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX) have surged to an all-time high, climbing 0.43% from Thursday's rates, reaching Rs 79,970 for contracts expiring on February 5, 2025. The precious metal has seen an upward trajectory this week, following a climb in spot prices which also touched record highs. As of 6:50 a.m. on Friday, gold's spot price in India stood at Rs 79,980 per 10 grams, according to the India Bullion Association. Despite the earlier rise, prices cooled o

A British woman in Birmingham was left contemplating suicide after being deceived by a close friend of twenty years, Sumaiya Khurram, who catfished her online and drained her life savings of £92,300 (Rs 98.5 lakh). Khurram, 33, posed as a "pretty boy" on WhatsApp, claiming to be in love with the victim and asked for money to pay for cancer treatment at a private clinic. The fraud occurred between 2015 and 2017 when Khurram introduced the victim to someone named Etesh

 Amitabh Bachchan’s Apartment Sale in Oshiwara Bollywood legend Amitabh Bachchan has recently sold his luxurious apartment in Oshiwara, Mumbai, for Rs 83 crore. The property is part of The Atlantis, a premium residential project located in the bustling Oshiwara area, known for its vibrant lifestyle and strategic location in western Mumbai. Pr

Kanakapura Road, situated around 30 minutes from South Bengaluru's IT hub of Electronic City, has emerged as a significant arterial route connecting various localities while extending to the city's outskirts. Several major companies, including Infosys, Wipro, and Tech Mahindra, have operations in the area. While North Bengaluru remains one of the city's booming real estate micro-markets, Kanakapura Road is

Despite high mortgage rates discouraging many potential buyers, home prices in most major U.S. cities have continued their upward trend throughout 2024. According to data from Redfin, the median home prices in the 50 largest U.S. cities have risen by 5.8% through November compared to 2023. This surprising growth highlights the resilience of the housing market, even in the face of challenging economic conditions. Among these cities, Anaheim, California, recorded the highest

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has made a significant change to the Unified Payments Interface (UPI) system by enabling UPI payments between verified digital wallets, also known as Prepaid Payment Instruments (PPIs), and third-party UPI applications. This new directive will allow users of digital wallets to make and receive UPI payments via any third-party UPI app, rather than being limited to the wallet’s own mobile application. The move is aimed at enhancing interoperability within t

The average rate for a 30-year mortgage in the U.S. has climbed for the second consecutive week, reaching 6.85%, its highest level since mid-July. This increase mirrors a recent surge in bond yields, which lenders use as a benchmark for pricing home loans, according to Freddie Mac’s report on Thursday. This week’s rate rose from 6.72% last week, and it’s up from 6.61% a year ago. The last time the 30-year mortgag

 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

A shocking case of fraud has come to light in Chhattisgarh's Bastar region, where a man, Virendra Joshi, allegedly opened a bank account in the name of actress Sunny Leone and has been receiving Rs 1,000 every month under the Mahtari Vandan Yojana, a government scheme aimed at providing financial assistance to married women. The fraud was discovered in Talur village, raising serious concerns about the verification process and the accountability of officials handling the scheme.

Bitcoin reached an all-time high of over $106,000, marking a significant milestone just 10 days after surpassing the $100,000 mark. The cryptocurrency’s surge is fueled by expectations that the Federal Reserve may cut interest rates during its upcoming policy meeting. Lower interest rates historically benefit Bitcoin, as they weaken the US dollar and increase the money supply, driving investor interest in digital assets. Bitcoin has risen over 77% in the last year, and its rec

In a significant breakthrough in a ₹100 crore cyber fraud case, Delhi police have arrested a Chinese national, Fang Chenjin, who was allegedly involved in orchestrating fraudulent online stock trading scams. The fraud was carried out through WhatsApp groups, where the accused lured victims into fake stock market training sessions and convinced them to invest large sums of money, only for the funds to be diverted to multiple bank accounts under his control. The case came to light a

1. App and Website Cloning Ever downloaded an app or visited a website that looked exactly like the real thing? Scammers are replicating popular platforms to steal sensitive information or infect devices with malware. Safety Tip: Download apps only from official stores like Google Play or the Apple App Store. Double-check URLs before entering personal details. 2. Fake Package Delive

The cost of real estate construction in India has risen by 11% over the past year, according to a recent report by Colliers India. This increase is largely attributed to a significant rise in labour costs, which have surged by 25% annually. Labour expenses now account for over 25% of total construction costs, placing additional strain on budgets and operational expenditures. A growing demand for skilled workers, along with costs associated with training, safety, and compliance, has further dr

It is no secret that Revanth Reddy and KTR have been arch rivals in Telangana for over a decade now. They are constantly in a warring situation and for the most part, KTR had the upperhand while KCR was the CM of Telangana for nearly a decade. But now that Revanth is the CM, things are bound to change drastically. In this connection, Revanth Reddy has hinted at possible action against KTR in the Formula E scam which is being actively pursued by the Telangana government. A related memor

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah is under increasing pressure to resign as allegations surrounding the Mysuru Urban Development Authority (MUDA) land scam escalate. Following a trial court's order to file charges, opposition parties, particularly the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the Janata Dal Secular, have intensified their calls for his resignation. Adding to the pressure, veteran Congress leader KB Koliwad, a five-time MLA and former Assembly Speaker, publicly sugges

Vijay Sharma, a fake doctor, was arrested for orchestrating a significant scam that involved selling fraudulent medical degrees to over 400 students. This deceptive scheme defrauded students of approximately ₹3.7 crore, leaving many unaware of the illegitimacy of their degrees until they sought employment or applied for medical licenses. The investigation revealed that Khusro Memorial P.G. College played a pivotal role in issuing these fake MBBS degrees from various universities across Indi

The KCR household is experiencing a touching reunion following K Kavitha’s recent release on bail from Tihar jail, where she had been detained in connection with the Delhi Liquor scam case. After spending over 160 days away from her family, Kavitha’s return has brought immense relief and joy. Her emotional visit to her father, Chief Minister K. Chandrashekar Rao (KCR), at his Erravalli farmhouse was a poignant moment captured on video, showing Kavitha falling at her father's f

Kalvakuntla Kavitha, Telangana MLC and daughter of former Chief Minister K. Chandrashekar Rao (KCR), was granted bail in the high-profile Delhi liquor scam case yesterday. Her return to Hyderabad has sparked a range of reactions across the political spectrum. Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy has voiced skepticism over the swift nature of Kavitha's bail, suggesting that it might be indicative of a behind-the-scenes deal between the Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) and the Bharatiya Janat