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Telangana: Loan Fraud schemes increasing in Hyd; 25 loan fraud cases register during 2023-25

Hyderabad, Nov 1 (UNI) In view of the increasing number of fraudulent loan schemes being reported in Hyderabad, particularly investigated by Central Crime Station (CCS), Detecctive Dapartment ((DD), Hyderabad, today cautioned the citizens to remain alert and exercise utmost vigilance in any interaction involving loans or financial advances.
During the years 2023-2025, a total of 25 loan fraud cases includidng 12 cases alone in 2025 reported at CCS(DD), according to Hyderabad Commissioner of Police, VC Sajjanar.
Key Modes of Fraud Identified, the police said the fraudsters pose as genuine loan providers (banks, NBFCs, cooperative societies) and collect personal identity documents (PAN, Aadhaar), bank details, or upfront charges from unsuspecting victims.
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India's EEZ fish to get 'Indian Origin' Tag: Rs 519 crore investments envisaged at Lakshadweep Fisheries Meet

14 Dec 2025 | 7:46 AM

Lakshadweep/Kochi, Dec 14 (UNI) In a major policy initiative aimed at strengthening India's Blue Economy and boosting seafood exports, union Minister for Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying Rajiv Ranjan Singh has announced that fishery resources harvested from India's Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) will henceforth be recognised as "Indian Origin."
The move is expected to empower Indian fishers, ensure legal clarity for fishing operations, and significantly expand access to international markets for high-value species such as tuna.

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IFFK day three to showcase 71 films: ‘Chemmeen’ and ‘Vanaprastham’ among key attractions

14 Dec 2025 | 7:11 AM

Thiruvananthapuram, Dec 14 (UNI) The third day of the 30th International Film Festival of Kerala (IFFK) will offer cinema lovers an expansive lineup, with 71 films scheduled to be screened across 11 theatres here on Sunday.

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Waltair Division of East Coast Railway sets new benchmark in freight operations

14 Dec 2025 | 2:19 AM

Visakhapatnam, Dec 13 (UNI) The Waltair Division of East Coast Railway has achieved a remarkable operational milestone by breaking previous records to handle more than100 million tonnes (MT) of freight traffic during the current financial year, surpassing its previous best performance recorded in Financial Year 2023–24.

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Shivakumar slams apartment member, rejects intimidation

14 Dec 2025 | 2:04 AM

Bengaluru, Dec 13 (UNI) Deputy Chief Minister and Bengaluru Development Minister, DK Shivakumar, today asserted that the Congress-led government in Karnataka would not yield to intimidation, declaring that threats and warnings had no place in democratic engagement.

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MoS Bhupathiraju to flag off Narsapur–MGR Chennai Central Vande Bharat Express from AP

14 Dec 2025 | 1:51 AM

Hyderabad, Dec 13 (UNI) union Minister of State of Heavy Industries and Steel Bhupthiraju Srinivasa Varma, will flag off the extended Narsapur–MGR Chennai Central Vande Bharat Express on Monday from Narsapur Railway stationin Andhra Pradesh.

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