Navpreet Singh was sent to 10 days of Delhi Police custody on October 3, 2026, after being deported from Türkiye. Investigators say they plan to question him over an alleged narcotics network and pursue leads across four Indian states. NEW DELHI — A Delhi court on Saturday, October 3, 2026, granted Delhi Police 10 days of custody of Navpreet Singh following his deportation from Türkiye, allowing investigators to question him over an alleged narc

The Ujjain mosque road-widening protest intensified over the Shahi Masjid partial removal, with Ujjain police tear gas used after stone-pelting. The dispute is tied to Simhastha 2028 road widening and a pending court challenge.   Tension erupted in Madhya Pradesh’s Ujjain on Monday after a protest over the removal of a portion of the Shahi Masjid for a road-widening project turned confrontational. Police used tear gas after stone-pelting was reported near the sit

A U.S. citizen was injured after federal immigration agents mistakenly detained him during an enforcement operation in Evanston, Illinois, according to local police. The September 20 encounter is now under investigation after officers found the man on the ground and later documented injuries to his head, neck and teeth. The incident unfolded in Evanston, about 12 miles north of downtown Chicago, while federal agents were searching for a fugitive. The man’s

The Jamui teen harassment case has triggered concern after a viral video allegedly showed two Class 10 students being harassed in Bihar. Jamui police arrested three suspects as viral video sparks police action and a wider investigation.   Jamui police arrest three suspects Three people have been arrested in Bihar’s Jamui district after a disturbing video allegedly showing the harassment of t

Professor Suryanarayana Doolla of IIT Bombay has come under scrutiny following the death of 20-year-old student Sahil Wakode on September 18, 2026. Doolla has been associated with IIT Bombay’s Department of Energy Science and Engineering for more than a decade and has worked across teaching, research and administrative roles. His academic interests include power systems, smart grids, microgrids, renewable-energy integration and energy effic

Indian-origin woman shot dead after stalking in California has raised concerns over repeated harassment and restraining order violations. Shalini Thakur was killed in a Sacramento shooting, while police later found the suspect dead after a Highway 50 operation.  Indian-origin woman shot dead after stalking in California A 38-year-old Indian-origin woman, identified as Shalini Thakur, was shot d

If gold or jewelry is stolen in Texas, filing a police report quickly, preserving evidence and documenting each missing item can improve recovery and insurance efforts. Texas law also allows theft victims with an offense report to seek pawnshop assistance in locating stolen property. Gold jewelry theft can involve far more than financial loss, particularly when wedding jewelry, inherited ornaments or family heirlooms are taken. If gold or jewelry is stolen

Suresh Patel was killed in a Tennessee robbery after a masked gunman opened fire at Ridgecrest Cellars in Jackson. The Indian-origin store owner died at the scene as Jackson Police began searching for the suspect and a white sedan.   Indian-origin businessman Suresh Patel was shot and killed during an armed robbery at a liquor store in Jackson, Tennessee, while his 19-year-old daughter was re

Former West Bengal Assembly Deputy Speaker and senior Trinamool Congress leader Asish Banerjee was found dead at a party office near his residence in Rampurhat, Birbhum district, on Sunday. Police have begun an investigation, while a purported note recovered from the scene is also being examined. Asish Banerjee Found Dead at TMC Office Senior Trinamool Congress leader Asish Banerjee was found h

Gen Z youth protest demands are exposing a widening trust gap between young people and institutions. Youth anger, police duty, peaceful protest, public trust and real action now sit at the center of a debate over how leaders should respond to student grievances. Youth anger reflects a deeper warning The frustration coming from young people should not be dismissed as youthful impatience or anoth

The Bengaluru airport hotel deaths have prompted a police investigation into child deaths after two sisters were found dead and their father injured. Officers are also examining a family dispute note recovered from the room as they work to establish the motive.   Police investigation into child deaths Two sisters, aged five and 10, were found dead i

A security guard has been arrested in the Ahmedabad security guard rape case after allegedly sexually assaulting a woman tenant on the terrace of a residential society. Police said the accused had joined duty only four days earlier, prompting scrutiny of the security agency’s hiring and background-check procedures. Ahmedabad Crime Reported at Residential Society The alleged assault occurred l

Sri Lanka cybercrime networks are facing greater scrutiny after the suspected murder of a Chinese national exposed possible links to transnational scam operations. Police raids, foreign arrests and concerns over tourist visa abuse suggest fraud groups may be shifting into the country. Sri Lanka Cybercrime Networks Expand Sri Lanka is confronting an increase in suspected online scam operations as international criminal groups search for n

National Night Out returns across the Bay Area on Tuesday, August 4, 2026, with San Mateo and other cities hosting neighborhood gatherings that connect residents with police, firefighters and emergency personnel while promoting communication, crime prevention and community partnerships. National Night Out events will bring Bay Area residents together with police officers, firefighters and other emergency personnel on Tuesd

Kabal Suicide Bombing Kills 14 at Pakistan Peace Rally The Kabal suicide bombing killed at least 14 people, including police officers, and wounded more than two dozen at a Swat peace rally. Officials said the attacker targeted residents demanding security and stronger action against militancy in northwestern Pakistan. Swat Peace Rally Attack At least 14 people were

The Hangu checkpoint attack left eight police personnel and eight militants dead after armed attackers targeted the Khazina Banda police post in Pakistan’s Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province. Police launched a clearance operation as injured officers received hospital treatment. Hangu Police Deaths Confirmed After Gunfight Eight police personnel, including a deputy superintendent of police, were kill

The Sara Gilson murder suicide case has drawn national attention after Oklahoma police found the social media influencer and her estranged husband dead inside their Collinsville home. The investigation follows recent protective order filings, TikTok allegations and a late-night 911 emergency call. Sara Gilson murder suicide shocks Oklahoma

A police officer seen firing a rifle during the July 25 student protest has been suspended, while a PIL concerning the incident has reached the Supreme Court. Bihar Cop Suspended After Protest Firing Video A Bihar police officer has been suspended after a video appeared to show him firing an AK-47 rifle during clashes with protesters in Siwan on Saturday, July 25. The confrontation occurred during a statewide shutdown organised over allege

Delhi Police’s facial recognition deployment during the July 20 student protest has triggered a debate over surveillance, privacy and peaceful assembly. Delhi Protest Facial Recognition Triggers Privacy Debate Delhi Police’s use of facial recognition technology during the July 20 student demonstration has triggered a growing debate over the limits of technology-driven policing at public protests. Student organisations and digital-right

Can protest FIR affect passports, jobs and foreign study? While an FIR alone does not automatically block opportunities, protest FIR passport rules, student visa background checks and police verification may lead to delays and additional scrutiny. Students participating in peaceful protests may assume that an FIR is only a temporary legal problem. However, legal experts warn that even without a conviction, an FIR can create practical difficulties during passport veri