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1. ‘Operation Mule Hunt’ exposes ₹2,289 crore cyber fraud network in Gujarat; 638 arrested

‘Operation Mule Hunt’ exposes ₹2,289 crore cyber fraud network in Gujarat; 638 arrested

‘Operation Mule Hunt’ exposes ₹2,289 crore cyber fraud network in Gujarat; 638 arrested In one of Gujarat’s largest crackdowns on cybercrime-linked financial networks, the State police have uncovered cyber fraud worth ₹2,289 crore and taken action against 913 mule bank accounts during a special Statewide operation aimed at dismantling the financial infrastructure used by cybercriminals. The crackdown, titled Operation Mule Hunt 1.0, led to the registration of 565 FIRs and the arrest of 638 accused persons, according to details shared by the Gujarat government on Monday (June 1, 2026). The drive was conducted by the Gujarat Police and the Cyber Centre of Excellence (CCOE) under the supervision of Deputy Chief Minister and Home Minister Harsh Sanghavi as part of the State government’s broader effort to combat cybercrime, officials said. A mule account is a bank account used to receive, transfer or launder money obtained through online fraud. Such accounts are often operated by individuals who knowingly or unknowingly allow cybercriminals to route illicit funds through their accounts, making transactions difficult to trace. The police identified 4,052 cybercrime cases linked to mule accounts across the country, including 491 cases originating from Gujarat. Investigators analysed intelligence inputs received from the Indian Cybercrime Coordination Centre (I4C), the National Cybercrime Reporting Portal (NCRP), the Coordination Portal and the 1930 cybercrime helpline to trace the network. The operation involved police commissionerates, range offices, local crime branch units and cyber police stations across the State.

2. ED arrests real estate businessman Vikram Wadhwa in Rs 645 crore IDFC Bank fraud case

ED arrests real estate businessman Vikram Wadhwa in Rs 645 crore IDFC Bank fraud case

ED arrests real estate businessman Vikram Wadhwa in Rs 645 crore IDFC Bank fraud case - Litigation - 2 min read ED arrests real estate businessman Vikram Wadhwa in Rs 645 crore IDFC Bank fraud case The Directorate of Enforcement (ED), Chandigarh Zonal Office, has arrested real estate businessman Vikram Wadhwa under the provisions of the PMLA in connection with its ongoing investigation into the alleged Rs 645 crore IDFC First Bank fraud case, an official statement said on Monday. Chandigarh, The Directorate of Enforcement (ED), Chandigarh Zonal Office, has arrested real estate businessman Vikram Wadhwa under the provisions of the PMLA in connection with its ongoing investigation into the alleged Rs 645 crore IDFC First Bank fraud case, an official statement said on Monday. According to the ED, Wadhwa was arrested on May 29 under Section 19 of the PMLA. The agency's investigation has so far revealed the alleged embezzlement of public funds amounting to approximately Rs 645 crore from bank accounts belonging to the Haryana government, the Chandigarh Union Territory Administration, and two private schools based in Chandigarh and Panchkula that were maintained with IDFC First Bank. The ED said Wadhwa is one of the key accused in the case and allegedly acted in connivance with Ribhav Rishi, Abhay Kumar, certain bank officials and government officials to siphon off government funds. According to investigators, Wadhwa played a significant role in the generation, layering and concealment of the proceeds of crime. The agency alleged that he received more than Rs 70 crore of the diverted funds in his personal bank account, apart from substantial amounts of cash generated from the embezzled money. The ED further said that Wadhwa invested the proceeds of crime in several entities linked to him and acquired multiple immovable properties using the illegally obtained…

3. Social media influencer Manasi found dead in Kanpur; family claims dowry harassment

Social media influencer Manasi found dead in Kanpur; family claims dowry harassment The TOI City Desk is an indefatigable team of journalists dedicated to bringing you the pulse of cities from across

4. OC, CC, RERA and sale deed: Property documents every homebuyer should know

OC, CC, RERA and sale deed: Property documents every homebuyer should know Purchasing a property is one of the biggest financial decisions most people will ever make, and it comes with a long list of

OC, CC, RERA and sale deed: Property documents every homebuyer should know

OC, CC, RERA and sale deed: Property documents every homebuyer should know Purchasing a property is one of the biggest financial decisions most people will ever make, and it comes with a long list of documents that require careful scrutiny. Missing a key detail or signing without fully understanding the paperwork could lead to delayed possession, financial losses or even legal disputes later. Among the many documents involved in a property transaction, four stand out as particularly important: the Occupancy Certificate (OC), Completion Certificate (CC), RERA registration, and the sale deed. Understanding what each of these documents means and why they matter can help homebuyers avoid unnecessary headaches and safeguard their investment. Occupancy certificate (OC) An Occupancy Certificate is issued by the local municipal authority after it verifies a completed building and certifies that it has been constructed as per the approved plan and is safe to live in. It confirms that the building has water supply, sanitation, and electricity connections in place. Banks require it before disbursing a home loan in many cases, and without it, the buyer cannot legally register the property or apply for a permanent electricity or water connection. Completion Certificate (CC) A Completion Certificate is also issued by the local municipal authority, but it serves a slightly different purpose.

5. '30 lakh fake accounts': West Bengal govt orders SIT probe into Lakshmir Bhandar scheme

'30 lakh fake accounts': West Bengal govt orders SIT probe into Lakshmir Bhandar scheme

'30 lakh fake accounts': West Bengal govt orders SIT probe into Lakshmir Bhandar scheme KOLKATA: West Bengal chief minister Suvendu Adhikari on Monday alleged large-scale irregularities in the Lakshmir Bhandar scheme launched by the previous TMC government and said a Special Investigation Team (SIT) would be constituted to probe nearly 30 lakh suspected fake beneficiary accounts. Addressing a press conference at the state secretariat, Nabanna, Adhikari said the matter would also be investigated from a money laundering angle, claiming that the alleged irregularities involved illegal cash transfers. The chief minister alleged that several men had fraudulently availed benefits under the scheme, which was meant exclusively for women. "About 30 lakh Lakshmir Bhandar accounts are fake. I have directed the Director General of Police to form an SIT to investigate the issue," Adhikari said. Defending the BJP government's detailed verification process for the newly launched Annapurna Bhandar scheme, under which eligible women will receive Rs 3,000 per month, Adhikari said critics of the 12-page application form should consider the alleged misuse detected in the earlier welfare programme. He claimed that some men had already been arrested for obtaining benefits by making false declarations and said the government was determined to eliminate such irregularities. "We will root out these illegalities from the grassroots level," he said.

1. Dineshchand Surana vs. UCO Bank (27.05.2026 - SC)(MANU/SC/0569/2026)

The Supreme Court of India addressed whether proceedings under Section 138 of the Negotiable Instruments Act (NI Act) are protected by the moratorium provisions of the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (

2. Small Scale Enterpreneurs Association and Ors. vs. The State of Maharashtra and Ors. (27.05.2026 - SC)(MANU/SC/0566/2026)

The Supreme Court of India addressed whether the Trans Thane Creek (TTC) Industrial Area falls within the jurisdiction of the Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation (NMMC) and if NMMC can levy property tax

3. Alupro Building Systems Pvt. Ltd. vs. Commissioner of Central Excise Bangalore-II (27.05.2026 - SC)(MANU/SC/0565/2026)

The Supreme Court of India addressed whether the process of cutting and grooving Aluminum Composite Panels (ACPs) by Alupro Building Systems Pvt. Ltd. constituted "manufacture" under Section 2(f) of t

4. The State By Lokayuktha Police vs. K. Rangayya and Ors. (26.05.2026 - SC)(MANU/SC/0576/2026)

The Supreme Court of India addressed the appeal by the State through the Lokayuktha Police, Karnataka, challenging the Karnataka High Court's decision to quash an FIR against K. Rangayya under Section

5. The State of Tripura vs. Panna Ahmed (26.05.2026 - SC)(MANU/SC/0571/2026)

The Supreme Court of India addressed whether the High Court was justified in allowing the recall of the prosecutrix for further cross-examination in the case between The State of Tripura and Panna Ahm

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