Rewa Police have arrested a ₹7,000 reward-carrying accused who had been absconding for nearly two years in connection with a case registered under the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act. The accused was traced to Maharashtra after a sustained search operation involving local police and the cyber cell.

The accused had allegedly been changing locations frequently to evade arrest since the case was registered against him. Due to his prolonged absconding, the Superintendent of Police had announced a cash reward of ₹7,000 for information leading to his arrest.

Accused Identified

According to police, the arrested accused has been identified as Kailash Shukla, a resident of Hardi village under the Gudh police station limits in Rewa district.

Investigators said he had been on the run for the past two years and was living in Maharashtra while concealing his identity to avoid detection.

Cyber Inputs Led Police to Maharashtra

Police recently received specific intelligence through informers and the cyber cell indicating the accused's whereabouts in Maharashtra. Acting on the information, Gudh police constituted a special team and dispatched it to the neighbouring state to verify the lead.

After collecting local intelligence, the team conducted a raid at the suspected location and successfully apprehended the accused.

Brought Back to Rewa

Following the arrest, the police team travelled nearly 1,000 kilometres to bring the accused back to Rewa.

After completing the required legal formalities, he was produced before the competent court, which remanded him to judicial custody.

Drive Against Absconding Accused Continues

Gudh Police Station In-charge Pushpendra Yadav said the district police are continuing a special campaign to trace and arrest absconding accused in pending criminal cases.

He credited the successful operation to coordinated efforts by senior police officials, the cyber cell and the field team, adding that similar action will continue against other proclaimed offenders.

Raipur Police have cracked a daylight robbery case in the Gudhiyari police station area within hours of the incident, arresting the alleged mastermind while continuing searches for three other accused who remain on the run.

The arrested accused has been identified as Kanwar Bagh, who is alleged to have planned and executed the robbery along with his associates. Police said raids are underway to apprehend the remaining suspects and recover the looted cash.

Victim Assaulted Before Robbery

According to police, complainant Ajit Nadar lodged a report at Ramnagar police outpost stating that on July 30, around 6:30 pm, his son had left home to go to a nearby shop. When he reached Gopal Nagar, Kanwar Bagh, a local resident, allegedly intercepted him along with three accomplices.

The accused reportedly abused the victim, threatened him with dire consequences, assaulted him and fled after snatching the cash he was carrying.

Based on the complaint, Gudhiyari Police registered a case under the relevant provisions of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) and launched an investigation.

Special Team Formed

Taking the incident seriously, Deputy Commissioner of Police (North Zone) Deepmala Kashyap directed officers to ensure the immediate arrest of those involved.

Following the instructions, Additional DCP Aditya Pandey, Assistant Commissioner of Police Poornima Lama, Ramnagar Outpost In-charge and the Anti-Crime and Cyber Unit (ACCU) constituted a special investigation team to trace the accused.

Mastermind Identified Through Technical Evidence

Police examined eyewitness accounts, questioned the victim and analysed technical evidence along with information gathered through local intelligence.

The investigation led officers to Kanwar Bagh, who was taken into custody shortly after the incident.

During interrogation, the accused allegedly confessed to committing the robbery with three associates.

Search On For Remaining Accused

Police said the identities of the remaining three accused have been established, and multiple teams are conducting raids to arrest them.

Officials added that efforts are also underway to recover the stolen cash and any other evidence linked to the robbery.

Further investigation into the case is in progress.

 Police have solved a chain-snatching case involving a 70-year-old woman in Bhilai within hours of the crime, arresting an unusual accused duo—a mother and her son—who allegedly executed the robbery by deceiving the victim during her morning walk.

The incident took place on the morning of July 31 in the Bhilai Bhatti police station area, where the accused allegedly diverted the elderly woman's attention before fleeing with her gold chain worth around ₹2.5 lakh.

Elderly Woman Targeted During Morning Walk

According to police, Uma Devi, a resident of Sector-1, Road No. 2, had stepped out for her regular morning walk at around 6:10 am when a man and a woman arrived on a motorcycle.

The woman reportedly approached Uma Devi and requested her assistance in plucking flowers with the help of a stick. As the elderly woman became engaged in the conversation, the accused allegedly snatched the nearly 20-gram gold chain from around her neck before escaping on the motorcycle with her accomplice.

The victim immediately reported the incident to Bhilai Bhatti Police Station, following which a case was registered and an investigation was launched.

CCTV Footage, Technical Evidence Lead to Arrest

Police teams examined CCTV footage from the surrounding area and gathered technical evidence while simultaneously relying on information provided by local informants.

The investigation led officers to G. Gautam (20) and his mother J. Parvati (48), residents of Shantipara, Camp-1. During questioning, both allegedly confessed to their involvement in the crime.

Police said the accused are related as mother and son and had jointly planned the chain-snatching before carrying it out.

Recovery of Stolen Property Underway

Investigators said efforts are underway to recover the stolen gold chain and the motorcycle used during the offence. Police are also examining whether the duo had been involved in similar chain-snatching incidents reported in Bhilai in recent weeks.

Authorities noted that several cases targeting women and senior citizens during morning walks have been reported in the city, prompting increased surveillance in vulnerable areas.

Police Issue Advisory

Following the incident, police have urged residents, particularly senior citizens and women, to remain vigilant while walking alone during early morning or evening hours. They have advised people to avoid wearing heavy jewellery in isolated areas and to report suspicious persons or vehicles immediately.

The investigation is continuing.

 A 30-year-old man died after allegedly being brutally assaulted with iron rods by a father and son in Chhattisgarh's Balod district, with police claiming the attack stemmed from a years-old rivalry between the two families. The victim succumbed to his injuries nearly 18 hours after the assault while undergoing treatment at a hospital in Raipur.

The incident occurred in Khaira village under the Deori police station limits. The deceased, Hitesh Sinha (30), reportedly sustained more than 20 fractures during the attack. Police have arrested the two accused—Hiraman Sinha (51) and his son Kamendra Sinha (26)—and sent them to judicial custody.

Attack Followed Alleged Deliberate Collision

According to the police, the assault took place on the evening of July 28 when Hitesh was travelling on a motorcycle with his relative Gaurav Sinha and another villager, Prakash Nishad.

The complainant alleged that as they reached a stretch near a pond in Khaira village, the accused intercepted them on another motorcycle. Kamendra allegedly rammed their bike, causing all three riders to fall onto the road.

Police said the father and son then attacked Hitesh with iron pipes, repeatedly targeting his arms and legs before continuing the assault even after he collapsed.

Victim Suffered Multiple Fractures

Investigators said Hitesh was initially rushed to Deori Hospital before being referred to a medical facility in Raipur due to the severity of his injuries.

Despite treatment, he died approximately 18 hours later. Preliminary medical findings indicated that he had suffered more than 20 fractures across his body, reflecting the intensity of the assault.

Following his death, police upgraded the case from attempt to murder to murder under the provisions of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS).

Old Rivalry Under Investigation

Police said both families had been involved in disputes since 2022, with multiple complaints and FIRs registered against each other over the past few years.

During interrogation, the accused allegedly claimed they became enraged after seeing Hitesh twirl his moustache and gesture by running his hand across his throat, which they interpreted as a threat.

The accused also alleged that the victim had earlier damaged crops by spraying herbicide in their fields, further aggravating the long-standing conflict. Police said these claims are part of the investigation and are being verified independently.

Relative Alleges Public Did Not Intervene

In his complaint, Gaurav Sinha said the accused continued beating Hitesh for nearly 20 minutes despite repeated pleas for help.

He alleged that when he attempted to intervene, he was also attacked with an iron pipe, sustaining injuries to his leg. He further claimed that bystanders present near the scene did not step in during the assault.

Police reached the spot after receiving information through the emergency response system and shifted the injured men to hospital.

Police Arrest Both Accused

Deori Police Station in-charge Manish Shende said an FIR was initially registered under provisions relating to attempt to murder. Following Hitesh's death during treatment, murder charges under Section 103 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita were added.

Both accused were arrested, produced before a local court and remanded to judicial custody.

Investigators are continuing to examine the background of the dispute, previous criminal complaints involving both parties and the sequence of events that led to the fatal attack.

The incident has once again highlighted how unresolved personal rivalries in rural areas can escalate into fatal violence, with police urging residents to seek legal remedies instead of resorting to retaliation.

A 35-year-old farmer in Chhattisgarh's Balod district has died after spending eight days in a coma following an alleged assault by a group of six men over a dispute involving his minor daughter. Police have now added a murder charge to the case after the victim succumbed to his injuries during treatment.

The deceased, Gaukaran Sahu, was attacked at his residence in Sambalpur village under the Pinkapar outpost limits of Deori police station. According to police, the main accused, Bhanupratap Jain (18), allegedly carried out the attack with five associates in retaliation after the victim had warned him to stay away from his minor daughter.

Victim Succumbed After Eight Days in Coma

Police said Gaukaran Sahu suffered severe head injuries in the assault on the night of June 30. He was initially admitted to a hospital in Rajnandgaon before being shifted to a private hospital in Bhilai due to his critical condition.

Despite intensive medical treatment, he remained unconscious for eight days and died on Wednesday.

Deori police station in-charge Manish Shende confirmed the death and said the case has now been converted into a murder investigation with the addition of relevant provisions under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS).

Attack Planned in Advance, Police Say

According to investigators, six accused allegedly travelled to the victim's village on two motorcycles and a scooter late at night.

Police said two of them remained outside to keep watch while the remaining four allegedly entered the house and attacked Gaukaran Sahu with sticks and a wooden rafter.

The victim sustained multiple injuries to his head, back and waist. The commotion awakened family members, including his 13-year-old daughter and relatives, following which the attackers fled the scene.

Previous Dispute Linked to Minor Daughter

Preliminary investigation suggests the assault stemmed from an earlier dispute involving the main accused and the victim's minor daughter.

Police said Bhanupratap Jain had become acquainted with the girl around one-and-a-half years ago. Following objections from the family, Gaukaran Sahu allegedly summoned Bhanupratap and his parents and warned him against maintaining contact with his daughter.

Investigators believe the accused allegedly planned the assault to avenge that confrontation.

Six Accused Arrested Within 24 Hours

Police launched an intensive investigation immediately after the attack, using forensic evidence, CCTV footage, cyber analysis and a dog squad to trace the suspects.

Within 24 hours, officers arrested all six accused from Bhilai.

The arrested persons have been identified as:

• Bhanupratap Jain (18)

• Neeraj Rastogi (18)

• Tushar Nirmalkar (20)

• Dinesh Dhimar (25)

• Kundan Yadav (18)

• Deepesh Patel (18)

Police also recovered the alleged weapons used in the assault, including sticks and a wooden rafter, along with two motorcycles and a scooter believed to have been used during the crime.

All six accused have already been produced before a court and remanded to judicial custody.

Family Performs Last Rites

Following Gaukaran Sahu's death, his funeral was held in his native village on Wednesday evening.

According to local residents, his two daughters, Rupali Sahu and Deepti Sahu, participated in the final rites and carried their father's bier during the funeral procession.

Investigation Continues

Police said further investigation is underway to establish the sequence of events and collect additional evidence related to the alleged conspiracy behind the attack.

Officials said statements of witnesses, forensic reports and other material evidence will form part of the ongoing investigation as the case proceeds under the revised murder charges.

A 21-year-old man was arrested within 24 hours after allegedly entering an elderly couple's house at knifepoint and robbing a gold necklace in Chhattisgarh's Durg district. The incident, captured on CCTV cameras installed inside the house, took place in the Nevai police station area.

According to police, the accused, identified as Vibhanshu Mahobia, a native of Mandla district in Madhya Pradesh, entered the residence with his face covered using a cloth. Armed with a sharp-edged weapon, he allegedly threatened the elderly couple and demanded cash and jewellery before fleeing with a gold necklace.

Incident Captured on CCTV

The CCTV footage of the robbery has surfaced, showing the masked accused entering the house while the elderly man was resting on a sofa. The video also captures the accused threatening the elderly woman with a knife, demanding valuables, and dragging her back when she attempted to move outside the house.

After snatching the gold necklace from the victim, the accused fled from the scene.

Victims Were Alone at Home

Police said the complaint was lodged by V. Kumar (59), a resident of Flat No. 109, Shubhkamna Heights, Pragati Nagar. Kumar told investigators that he was at work on July 4 when the family's domestic helper, Girja Yadav, informed him over the phone that an unknown person had entered his house where his elderly parents were alone.

Based on the complaint, Nevai police registered a robbery case and launched an investigation.

Accused Traced Through Technical Evidence

Investigators inspected the crime scene, questioned witnesses and analysed technical evidence, including CCTV footage, to identify the suspect.

Police later arrested Vibhanshu Mahobia, who was staying in a rented accommodation in the Hospital Sector area under Bhilai Nagar police station limits.

Bike, Weapon and Clothes Seized

During interrogation, police recovered the motorcycle allegedly used in the crime, the sharp-edged weapon and the clothes worn by the accused during the robbery.

The accused was produced before a local court and subsequently remanded to judicial custody.

Probe Continues

Preliminary investigation suggests that the accused had entered the house with the intention of committing robbery. Police are also verifying whether he has any previous criminal record or involvement in similar offences.

The investigation is continuing.

Accused Nageshwar Singh Baghel picked up from Purwa Kalyanpur village in joint operation; cyber cell investigating social media post and possible foreign link

A man was arrested from Rewa district on Sunday for allegedly posting obscene and derogatory comments on social media against Aditi Yadav, the daughter of former Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister and Samajwadi Party national president Akhilesh Yadav.

The Uttar Pradesh Special Task Force (STF), along with the Kanpur Commissionerate Cyber Crime Police and Rewa police, conducted a joint operation to apprehend the accused. Nageshwar Singh Baghel (32), a resident of Purwa Kalyanpur village under Panwar police station limits in Rewa district, was taken into custody from his village.

The case originated from a complaint filed by the National Secretary of the Samajwadi Party Advocates' Wing at the Cyber Crime Police Station in Kanpur Commissionerate. The complaint alleged that a Facebook user had shared an altered image of Akhilesh Yadav's daughter along with vulgar and derogatory remarks.

Following the complaint, police registered Case No. 38/2026 at the Cyber Crime Police Station under multiple sections: Section 79 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), which deals with words or acts intended to insult a woman's modesty; Section 336(4) of the BNS, relating to forgery intended to damage a person's reputation; and Section 66E of the Information Technology Act, which addresses privacy violations in cyberspace.

The Cyber Crime Police launched an investigation, examining technical data obtained from the social media platform along with digital evidence and electronic records. The investigation led them to Rewa in Madhya Pradesh.

An STF team from Uttar Pradesh reached Madhya Pradesh and, with the help of local police, traced the accused. Panwar police station in-charge Praveen Upadhyay led the local team that conducted the joint operation and took Baghel into custody. After completing necessary legal formalities, the accused was handed over to the Uttar Pradesh STF and taken to Uttar Pradesh for further questioning.

Police officials said the investigation is ongoing. Authorities are also looking into whether any other individuals or digital platforms are linked to the case. Investigators have found that one of the social media accounts linked to the controversy was allegedly being operated from the United States.

Kanpur Commissioner of Police Raghubir Lal said the police are committed to protecting the dignity, respect and safety of women. "Sharing edited images, false information, offensive comments or any content on social media that damages a woman's reputation is a punishable offence, and strict legal action will be taken against those involved," he said.

Earlier, on June 17, FIRs were registered against multiple individuals accused of making objectionable comments about Akhilesh Yadav's daughter. The controversy had drawn widespread condemnation, with Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath publicly defending Aditi Yadav and directing police to register an FIR against those responsible.

Following his arrest, Baghel was produced before a court, which later granted him bail.

Police officials have made it clear that social media platforms are being continuously monitored for objectionable and offensive content, and strict legal action will be taken in such cases. Further investigation is underway.

Bhopal man who ran Faith Cricket Academy arrested in fraud case involving ex-DGP

olice arrested the owner of Faith Cricket Academy, identified as 44-year-old Raghavendra Singh Tomar, late Thursday night in connection with a four-year-old fraud case that allegedly targeted retired Madhya Pradesh Director General of Police H.M. Joshi, officials said. The arrest comes after a local probe found a forged agreement used to remove Joshi from a partnership over land earmarked for a cricket academy.

Arrest and charges
According to Sanjeev Chouksey, station in-charge at Habibganj police station, Tomar was taken into custody from his residence in Bhopal. He faces charges under sections related to cheating and forgery after an FIR was registered several years ago following a complaint by Joshi.

“Initial reports indicate Tomar prepared a fake agreement and used forged signatures to deprive Joshi of his share in the partnership firm,” Chouksey said. “The matter pertains to land in Semri village, under Ratibad police limits, where the academy was to be set up.”

How the deal unfolded
Sources familiar with the matter said the original deal was struck in 2017, when Joshi — who lives in E-5 Arera Colony — entered a partnership with the Faith Group for development of a cricket facility on his land in Gram Semri. The partnership company was registered as Messrs Faith Cricket Club and the parties began work on planning the academy.

Two years into the arrangement, investigators say, Tomar allegedly produced a document purporting to remove Joshi from the firm. The agreement, police contend, bore what turned out to be forged signatures and was used to transfer rights away from the former DGP.

Police action and evidence
After Joshi lodged a complaint, the case was examined by local investigators and an FIR was registered. Police said handwriting and signature analysis, along with documentary scrutiny carried out during the probe, raised doubts about the validity of the agreement; those findings formed the basis for the recent arrest.

Chouksey added that investigators recovered several documents from Tomar’s office during searches, which are being examined for links to the alleged fraud. “We are gathering more documentary evidence and questioning witnesses,” he said. “Further charges may follow depending on what the probe turns up.”

Local reactions
Neighbours in Semri and residents of Ratibad who spoke to reporters on Friday said the dispute has stalled work at the cricket ground and unsettled local plans for a sports facility. “We were hopeful the academy would bring training opportunities for youth,” said one resident. “But the legal fight has kept everything on hold.”

The former DGP, according to sources, has cooperated with the police inquiry. Officials declined to share details of any financial recovery efforts or the current status of the land, saying the property title and transfer records are part of an ongoing legal review.

Legal timeline and next steps
The case dates back roughly four years, with the FIR filed after Joshi noticed what he believed were irregularities in the firm’s paperwork. Following the filing, investigators conducted documentary checks and a probe was opened. Tomar’s arrest on Thursday night — nearly a year after the case came into sharper focus locally — reflects renewed investigative activity, officials said.

Tomar will be produced before a magistrate on Friday and police expect to seek his custodial remand to question him further. Meanwhile, investigators plan to obtain more forensic reports and may call additional witnesses linked to the 2017 deal.

Why it matters
The case has attracted attention partly because it involves a retired top police official and partly because it highlights recurring problems in local land and partnership disputes, legal experts said. Fraud involving forged agreements can complicate title clearances and stall development projects, affecting local communities and investors.

What to watch
Authorities said they will update the public once the magistrate hearing concludes and as forensic findings are finalized. For the neighbourhood in Semri, the key question remains whether the stalled cricket academy will now resume development or remain tied up in litigation for a longer period.

Korba Man Beheads Wife After Domestic Dispute, Arrested

A man in Korba, Chhattisgarh, allegedly killed his wife by beheading her after a domestic dispute over character suspicion, police said. The accused was later arrested after he was seen roaming in the village with the severed head.

Brutal crime scene

A shocking murder in Chhattisgarh’s Korba district has left villagers stunned after a man allegedly attacked his wife with a knife and severed her head during a heated quarrel. The incident took place in Bundeli village under the Jamagaar police station area on Wednesday. Police said the accused, identified as Salik Ram Yadav Satranga, later walked around the village carrying the severed head.stgpaper.

The murder allegedly happened in front of the couple’s children, who were present at home when the violence broke out. The gruesome nature of the crime and the accused’s behaviour after the killing sparked panic in the village.

Accused identified

Police said Salik Ram, 45, worked as a watchman at a poultry farm owned by Kaushal Sahu and had been living there with his wife, Chhek Bai, 42, and their four children. The family had been staying in the same premises for several years.

Officials said the couple often fought over suspicion about the woman’s character. Investigators believe the latest argument escalated after both had consumed alcohol. Police are now examining the sequence of events that led to the killing.

Police reach spot

After the killing, the accused allegedly kept roaming in the village with the severed head before sitting with it in a sack. Villagers informed the police, following which a team led by Korba CSP Prateek Chaturvedi and the Rajgamar outpost staff reached the spot.

When officers questioned him about the bloodstains on his body, the accused reportedly said they were his wife’s blood and claimed he loved her deeply. Police later arrested him and began further legal action.

Children at home

The presence of the couple’s two children at the time of the incident has added to the shock surrounding the case. Police are expected to record statements and assess the impact of the crime on the minors. Such cases often require immediate child protection support along with criminal investigation.

The village has remained tense since the incident, with residents describing the crime as one of the most disturbing acts they have seen in recent years. Some locals also recorded videos of the accused, which later spread on social media.

Official action

Police have taken the accused into custody and sent the body for post-mortem examination. Authorities are also checking whether previous complaints, alcohol use, or repeated domestic quarrels played a role in the murder.

The case is being handled as a serious murder investigation, and officials said all possible angles are under review. For now, the accused remains in custody while forensic and legal procedures continue.

Wider concern

The case once again highlights the deadly consequences of domestic conflict, alcohol abuse, and unchecked mistrust inside families. In many such Latest News Today and India News Update cases, violence begins with repeated arguments and ends in irreversible loss.

For readers of an English News Portal India, this is not just a Public Interest Story from Korba, but also a grim reminder of how quickly domestic tension can turn into extreme crime.

What lies ahead

The police investigation will now focus on forensic evidence, witness accounts, and the children’s statements to establish the full chain of events. Officials are also likely to examine the role of alcohol and the couple’s history of disputes. The final charge sheet will depend on the post-mortem report and other evidence gathered from the scene.