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A Prayagraj-based engineer, Vikas Singh, was arrested for allegedly operating a pornography racket on social media, selling explicit content to minors for Rs 350 each. The racket, active since 2020, reportedly earned him Rs 2.5 crore. Police traced the operation after a complaint about an AI-generated video.

Responding to TOI readers’ queries, Charu Sinha, DG, Women Safety says police have identified hotspots for eve teasing and stepped up surveillance to make Hyderabad safer for women. She also urges parents to be cautious about children’s online safety and report all forms of harassment

Accused told him he was linked to a fake money laundering and child trafficking case

Authorities across India are taking action against songs and content deemed vulgar and glorifying crime, leading to takedowns and FIRs. This crackdown, involving police, courts, and regulatory bodies, sparks debate on balancing creative freedom with social responsibility, particularly concerning youth influence.

Delhi Police's Cyber Cell and Special Staff have dismantled two major counterfeit operations, arresting four individuals for producing fake ENO antacid and Nescafé coffee. Authorities seized over 1.5 lakh fake product sachets. In a separate bust, six were apprehended for refilling branded toothpaste tubes with unhygienic paste in Outer Delhi. Investigations into wider networks are ongoing.

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Tamil Nadu has seized Rs 1,262 crore in cash, gold, liquor, and drugs ahead of the April 23 polls. The state has 5.73 crore voters, including over 14.5 lakh first-time voters, with 75,064 polling stations set up. Security measures include 300 companies of Central Armed Police Forces and 83,875 local police personnel.

A chilling phone call alerted authorities to the murder of Dinesh Kumar near Buchawas Railway Station. His family received threats before his body was discovered. Police swiftly tracked the perpetrators, arresting three individuals in connection with the crime. Investigations are ongoing to uncover the motive behind this brutal act.