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Historic Seizures and Boosted Surveillance Highlight Lead-Up to Inducement-Free Delhi Elections
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Moreover, bullion seizures have also seen a notable increase of 139 percent this year, totaling Rs 80.78 crore, up from Rs 33.86 crore in 2020. The interception of liquor has experienced a 69 percent rise, with Rs 4.93 crore in alcoholic beverages seized this year, compared to Rs 2.91 crore in the previous elections. Additionally, the amount of miscellaneous freebies confiscated has increased by 155 percent, amounting to Rs 5.52 crore this time, a significant rise from Rs 2.16 crore in 2020.
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In a further effort to enhance oversight, the number of surveillance teams has tripled, comprising 636 Flying Squad Teams (FSTs) and 630 Static Surveillance Teams (SSTs) actively monitoring electoral activities. The Delhi Police, along with the Income Tax, Narcotics, and Excise departments, and agencies such as the Enforcement Directorate, DRI, CGST, and RPF, have all come together for heightened vigilance.
Technology is also playing a crucial role in strengthening the electoral process. The cVIGIL App enables citizens to report election violations in real-time, while the Election Seizure Management System (ESMS) digitizes seized materials to ensure better tracking and accountability. Authorities have already recorded 2,703 FIRs, surpassing the total of 2,067 FIRs logged during the entire 2020 elections.
The Chief Electoral Officer of Delhi has encouraged voters to resist inducements and participate in the electoral process with integrity. He has urged the public to report any violations through the cVIGIL App or the 24×7 Election Helpline. Control rooms have been established in all District Election Officers (DEOs) and the CEO’s office, with contact information widely disseminated to the public for assistance.
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Marriage Turns into Alleged Fraud as Woman Flees with Jewellery
Chandigarh: A woman who allegedly posed as a PCS officer and married an Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader in Punjab reportedly fled with gold and silver jewellery and other valuables just a few months after the wedding.
AAP Joint Secretary Amarinder Singh Mandofal has alleged that he was cheated by the woman, identified as Manwinder Kaur. The two got married in February 2026 after Kaur’s family introduced her to Amarinder as a PCS officer.
According to Amarinder’s complaint, the woman was also presented as unmarried. However, he later allegedly discovered that she had been married earlier and had a son aged around 18. He also claimed that she had provided false information about her age.
The woman allegedly left the house with gold and silver jewellery and other valuable items a few months after the marriage. Amarinder said he became suspicious and later gathered information about her past.
Based on his complaint, police have registered a case against six people, including Kaur, on charges of cheating and forgery.
The FIR names her brother Tarlochan Singh, mother Varinderjit Kaur, cousin Narinder Singh Goldy, sister-in-law Rupinder Kaur, and former village sarpanch Surinder Singh Rana as co-accused.
Police said all the accused are residents of Sur Singh village under the Bhikhiwind police station limits in Tarn Taran district.
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The wedding had been attended by several prominent AAP leaders and public representatives, including Punjab Assembly Speaker Kultar Singh Sandhwan and Minister Tarunpreet Singh Sondh.
Videos and pictures from the wedding celebrations have also gone viral on social media.
Police have begun an investigation into the allegations and the background of the accused.
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Man Dies by Suicide after Jumping from 43rd Floor
Noida: A man died by suicide after jumping from the 43rd floor of the Supernova Tower in Noida on Saturday.
The incident took place at the Supernova complex in Sector 94. A video shows the man standing near the railing before jumping. Another person tried to stop him but could not prevent the incident.
Police identified the deceased as Sambhav Jain, a resident of Manesar, Haryana. He had reportedly checked into an Airbnb in the building on Friday and was scheduled to leave on Saturday.
Police said Jain had called his father several times before the incident. His family has been informed.
The police and forensic teams inspected the spot and collected evidence. CCTV footage is also being checked as part of the investigation.
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Police said Jain was reportedly under severe financial stress. His body has been sent for a post-mortem examination.
The investigation is underway.
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Captain Smit Machchhar Shares Ordeal with PM Modi
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke to Captain Smit Machchhar over a video call and praised his courage after he helped prevent a major air disaster.
Captain Machchhar was seriously injured after his co-pilot allegedly stabbed him during a flydubai flight from Dubai to Tel Aviv on Wednesday. The Boeing 737 MAX reportedly lost nearly 14,000 feet in less than 30 seconds.
Passengers and crew members entered the cockpit and overpowered the co-pilot. A second pair of pilots then took control and safely landed the aircraft in Tabuk, Saudi Arabia. More than 170 passengers and crew were on board.
Speaking from his hospital bed, Captain Machchhar told PM Modi that he was badly injured and had collapsed in the cockpit. He realised that the aircraft was rapidly losing altitude and that he had to act.
“I could not let all those people die,” he told the Prime Minister.
Captain Machchhar said his 17 years of flying experience helped him understand what was happening to the aircraft. He managed to open the cockpit door, after which passengers and crew came to his help.
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He also said he was chanting the Hanuman Chalisa while fighting the pain and fear.
PM Modi praised the captain’s courage, patience and presence of mind. He said Captain Machchhar’s actions helped save many lives and called his effort a “monumental task.”
Captain Machchhar, who is from Gujarat, has more than 9,750 flying hours and has served as a captain for 11 years.
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