Alwal Man Duped In ₹87 Lakh Stock Scam

According to the victim, he was added to a WhatsApp group called VIP Group Infinity on January 1, 2026. The group, allegedly run by a person identified as Kaustubh and several associates using multiple mobile numbers, regularly shared stock market tips, IPO recommendations and fabricated profit screenshots to gain credibility.

The victim was persuaded to download a mobile application called EPQC, which was projected as a legitimate trading platform. After completing the registration and KYC formalities, they were encouraged to invest with the promise of high and guaranteed returns. He initially invested ₹25,000 and was allowed to withdraw ₹1,000 as profit, boosting his confidence.

Scammers gradually persuaded him to invest larger amounts. He transferred money multiple times and his profits were seen increasing through a manipulated interface. He was then encouraged to invest in the IPO of Ashapura Minechem Limited using his wallet funds from the app.

However, when the defendant demanded additional payment to complete the IPO process and he refused, the victim attempted to withdraw his funds. The application stopped working after a while and became unreachable to fraudsters.

Realizing that he had been defrauded, the victim approached the Malkajgiri Cyber ​​Crime police. A case has been registered and investigation is ongoing.

Over 495 cases of drink driving were recorded in the Tripartite Commissions

Hyderabad, Cyberabad and Malkajgiri commissions detected over 495 cases of drunk driving during weekend checks. Police said all offenders will be brought before the relevant courts for sentencing and possible prison sentences.

Hyderabad traffic police said it has booked 239 drivers, including 190 two-wheelers, 18 three-wheelers and 31 behind the wheel of four-wheelers and other vehicles. Police said the BAC in two cases was 300, 10 times the legally allowed amount of 30 micrograms of alcohol in 100 ml of blood.

In Cyberabad, traffic police arrested 138 criminals, mostly two-wheeler drivers (121); They were followed by five three-wheelers, 11 four-wheelers and one heavy vehicle driver. Seven offenders had BAC levels recorded between 301 mg/100 ml and 550 mg/100 ml.

Malkajgiri traffic police penalized 118 drivers, including 96 two-wheeler drivers, four three-wheeler drivers and 18 four-wheeler drivers. Of these, one offender recorded BAC levels above 300 mg/100 ml, while 14 fell into the 201-300 mg/100 ml range. Truck accident disrupted traffic near metro station

Sugarcane Truck Overturned in Kukatpally After Driver Naked; No Loss

Traffic disruption was reported at Kukatpally in the early hours of Sunday after a sugarcane-laden truck crashed into a divider near Metro Station at Column 819 Column 819, overturning and blocking the road. The vehicle, which was traveling from Zaheerabad to Erragadda, went out of control after the driver fell asleep at the wheel. A call dialing 100 alerted the Kukatpally police, who reached the spot and informed traffic personnel. Due to the heavy load of sugarcane, officials arranged for a crane to lift the vehicle. “Since the incident occurred in the early hours, traffic was relatively light, which helped clear the road quickly,” police said. Traffic police removed the truck and worked to restore normal flow. There was no loss of life.

Illegal hookah center busted in Vanasthalipuram

Vanasthalipuram police busted an illegal hookah joint allegedly operating near a private hospital in Ganeshnagar on Saturday night. According to the police, it was being run in violation of central government norms. 4 people who were found to be smoking hookah at the facility were detained. Authorities seized hookah materials and other materials at the scene and filed a lawsuit. Police said such establishments are being closely monitored as part of efforts to curb illegal activities.

Driver killed in food fight in Kokapet

A heated argument over food turned deadly when a cook killed a motorist under Narsingi police restrictions at a villa in Kokapet late on Saturday.

According to the police, the complaint was lodged by Katragunta Dharmateja, a resident of North Star Allura Villas, where the incident took place. His uncle had rented the villa and the family had been staying there for 4 months.

Shaik Basha, who works as a cook and resides in the servant quarters, had recently hired Peenumalla Karthik as a driver, about 15 days ago. Since the complainant’s aunt was the only one at home on the night of the incident, an argument broke out between the two about serving food. Basha allegedly attacked Karthik with a knife in anger, causing multiple stab wounds, leading to his death on the spot.

Man arrested for assaulting differently-abled people

Attapur police arrested a 40-year-old man for sexually assaulting a 28-year-old differently-abled woman. Police said the suspect entered the victim’s home when family members were not home and committed the crime. He later confessed during interrogation.

The hearing and speech impaired victim informed his family using sign language on Sunday. Following her complaint, police teams recorded her statement with the help of a sign language expert, including Bharosa officials. He was given counseling and sent for medical examination. The suspect, who was referred to the courthouse, was arrested and sent to prison.

Software worker arrested for cheating

Jubilee Hills police registered a case against 28-year-old software worker Komakula Arthan for allegedly cheating his colleague by promising marriage and collecting ₹20 lakh from her. Police have arrested him on charges of cheating and breach of trust and are making efforts to nab the accused.

Police said Arthan had sex with the woman at work in 2021. The two started living together in Yousufguda in 2022, during which Yousuf assured her of marriage, but despite her insistence, he repeatedly postponed it.

In her complaint, the victim stated that when she brought up the issue again recently, Arthan avoided her and stopped responding to her calls. He allegedly received ₹20 lakh from her in the last four years.