January 17, 2026

Armed Robbers Steal $100K+ in Rare Pokémon Cards at Manhattan Shop

Three armed men robbed over $100,000 worth of rare Pokémon cards from Poké Court, a Manhattan store, during its first community event. The robbery lasted just three minutes, with no injuries reported. Police investigations are ongoing to catch the thieves.

January 17, 2026

Brokers Offer Fake Credentials to Boost Indian Clients’ Einstein Visa Chances in US

With H-1B visas getting costly, demand for the US Einstein visa soars. CBS News reveals brokers inserting Indian clients’ names into fake research papers, boosting visa eligibility for a fee.

January 17, 2026

Lokayukta Police Nab Excise Officials Demanding ₹80 Lakh Bribe for Liquor Licences

Lokayukta Police arrested senior Excise officials in Bengaluru for demanding ₹80 lakh bribe. Officials caught red-handed taking ₹25 lakh as first instalment for liquor licences.

January 17, 2026

Man Caught Growing 2.57 Kg Ganja in Turmeric Fields in Vikarabad

Excise officials raided fields in Vikarabad, seized 2.57 kg ganja hidden with turmeric. One man, Boini Ravi, was taken into custody for illegal cultivation.

January 17, 2026

Athani Police Arrest Youth for Kidnapping and Attempted Religious Conversion of Minor Girl

Athani police arrested Sahil for kidnapping a minor girl and attempting her religious conversion in Bengaluru. The girl was rescued and the case is under investigation.