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Ludhiana: Domestic help flees with 50k, hunt on

The Sarabha Nagar police station registered an FIR against the domestic help, identified as Nisha, under Section 306 (theft by clerk or servant) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita. (HT File)
Updated on Jul 05, 2026 08:02 am IST

Panchkula: One booked for stealing 60k from Kalka shop

Acting on the copmplaint, police seized the CCTV footage and launched a probe. (HT File)
Published on Jul 01, 2026 03:04 am IST

Man wearing ‘Modi mask’ tries burglary in Rajasthan, attempt caught on camera

CCTV footage showed the man trying to break the lock of a mobile shop using an iron rod while wearing a mask commonly seen at political rallies featuring the prime minister's face.
Updated on Jun 30, 2026 07:25 pm IST

Odisha man, 32, dies after mob beats him over theft rumours: Police

Police said they took two persons into custody for questioning. (Representative Image/iStock)
Published on Jun 30, 2026 05:51 pm IST

Thieves break into Giribala's home; Twisha's family fears crime scene tampering

A special CBI court sent Twisha Sharma mother-in-law and retired judge Giribala Singh accused in the dowry harassment and death case to 14-day judicial custody, at the central jail, in Bhopal.
Published on Jun 30, 2026 08:48 am IST

2 lynched on suspicion of theft in Nalanda

Representative image. (HT Photo)
Published on Jun 16, 2026 03:32 am IST

Ludhiana: Burglar decamps with cash from donation box at temple

The accused broke open the box and fled with cash, police said after analysing CCTV footage. (HT File)
Published on Jun 13, 2026 04:08 am IST

Female home guard booked for theft at Phagwara SP’s house

A female jawan of Punjab Home Guard has been booked for allegedly committing theft at the residence of Phagwara superintendent of police Madhvi Sharma.
Published on Jun 12, 2026 07:36 am IST

Ludhiana: 34 booked for assaulting family, stealing 8 lakh cash, gold

A case against 34 persons including nine named accused and 25 unidentified individuals for alleged assault & stealing jewellery in Manjit Nagar . (HT File)
Published on Jun 06, 2026 06:36 am IST

Man hung upside down in well over theft suspicion in Hisar

The incident took place in Sorkhi village under Bas police station area. (HT Photo for representation)
Published on Jun 06, 2026 06:26 am IST

Nurse booked for siphoning 4.55 lakh from Reliance group board member’s bank account

Nurse booked for siphoning 4.55 lakh from Reliance group board member’s bank account
Published on Jun 04, 2026 06:20 am IST

Mohali: 4 Delhi men held for stealing mobiles during IPL match in New Chandigarh

The recovered mobile phones remain in police custody and will be returned to their rightful owners after completion of legal formalities and verification of ownership documents. (HT File)
Published on Jun 04, 2026 03:34 am IST

Ludhiana: Domestic help arrested for stealing jewellery, cash

A case under Sections 306 (theft by clerk or servant) and 324(2) (mischief) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita was registered against the accused. (HT File)
Published on Jun 04, 2026 03:06 am IST

Thieves steal jewellery, cash worth 50 lakh from scientist’s flat in DRDO complex

The suspects broke open the metal almirah and stole around 280 grams of gold jewellery and 300 grams of silver jewellery worth between 45 lakh and 50 lakh. They also took away two expensive wristwatches, 15,000 in cash, 20 pounds and 50 dirhams. police said. (Representational image)
Published on May 27, 2026 04:36 am IST

Mohali: Woman, neighbours chase down three after cylinder theft in Sohana

The residents managed to apprehend three men and recovered both cylinders before taking them to the Sohana police station. (HT File)
Published on May 25, 2026 08:30 am IST

Servant held for allegedly stealing money from temple donation box

Following suspicion, the matter was investigated internally and later reported to the police. (REPRESENTATIVE PIC)
Published on May 25, 2026 12:00 am IST

Vagabond held for stealing antique idols from Chandni Chowk temple

All stolen items, including the Ashtadhatu idol and brass articles, have been recovered, police said. (Representative photo)
Published on May 16, 2026 04:02 am IST

Theft accused ends life at Fatehgarh Sahib’s Amloh police station

Police said the accused, who was arrested on May 7, was lodged in the station for three-day police remand.
Published on May 11, 2026 06:58 am IST

Who is Frank Musoke? Nick Cannon's ex-account manager accused of stealing $2M

Former account manager Frank Musoke is accused of stealing over $2 million.
Updated on May 09, 2026 04:40 am IST

Ludhiana: Burglars break into Dugri house, decamp with 4L cash, gold jewellery

According to the family, the suspects allegedly misled the security guard by claiming they had come to set up a tent for a wedding function in the area. (HT FILE)
Published on May 08, 2026 06:04 am IST

Ghaziabad: Man held for beating 40-year-old to death on suspicion of theft

According to police, the suspect fled after dumping the body outside the Child PGI Hospital in Sector 30 in the early hours of April 27. (Representational image)
Published on May 05, 2026 04:18 am IST

500 criminals arrested in 26-day crackdown in Nuh

Enforcement against traffic violations and public nuisance has also been stepped up, police said.
Published on May 03, 2026 04:08 am IST

Woman arrested for house break-in, stealing gold ornaments worth 13.87 lakh

Woman arrested for house break-in, stealing gold ornaments worth 13.87 lakh
Published on Apr 27, 2026 06:00 am IST

Man tied to pole, thrashed, head shaved over theft suspicion; 1 held in Ludhiana

Police have registered an FIR against unidentified persons and arrested a hairdresser, Ashok Kumar, in connection with the case. (HT File)
Published on Apr 21, 2026 03:32 am IST

Ghaziabad: Boy rescued after his neck gets stuck during theft bid

According to police, the boy had sneaked into the clinic intending to commit theft (HT)
Published on Apr 12, 2026 03:32 am IST

Copper coils worth 1.28 lakh stolen after transformer vandalised in Raigad

Copper coils worth 1.28 lakh stolen after transformer vandalised in Raigad
Published on Apr 10, 2026 05:54 am IST

DU professor shocked as thieves smash car window in North Campus, steal laptop

A DU professor's car was broken into on a busy road in North Campus
Updated on Apr 08, 2026 06:00 pm IST

FIR against 12 for alleged assault on shopkeeper’s family in Ludhiana

Investigating officer ASI Gurmeet Singh said police have examined CCTV footage and two suspects have been identified. (HT File)
Published on Apr 08, 2026 05:30 am IST

‘Fake’ house help targets woman, steals 70k chain in Greater Noida

Police said a case has been registered (Photo for representation)
Published on Apr 05, 2026 03:24 am IST

KitKat launches ‘stolen tracker’ after over 4,00,000 chocolate bars go missing

In response, the company has announced the launch of a “Stolen KitKat Tracker”.
Published on Apr 02, 2026 11:25 am IST