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India Repatriates 266 Nationals Lured by Cybercrime Operations in Southeast Asia

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11 months ago

March 12, 2025

The Government of India has successfully repatriated 266 Indian nationals recently freed from cybercrime centres in Southeast Asia, as announced by the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Wednesday. An aircraft from the Indian Air Force (IAF) was instrumental in facilitating their safe return.

Taking to social media platform X, the MEA shared, “The Government of India arranged for the safe repatriation of 266 Indians yesterday via an IAF aircraft, who were released from cybercrime centres in Southeast Asia.”

The ministry underscored the dedicated efforts of Indian embassies, which worked in close collaboration with the governments of Myanmar and Thailand to ensure that the affected individuals returned home safely.

This repatriation follows a similar operation conducted on Monday, where 283 Indians were brought back from Myanmar. These individuals had been lured to Southeast Asian countries through fraudulent job offers, only to be forced into cybercrime and other illegal activities at scam centres along the Myanmar-Thailand border.

A press release from the MEA praised the relentless efforts of its embassies in Myanmar and Thailand, which coordinated with local authorities to facilitate the release of those trapped. The special IAF aircraft that operated on Monday successfully transported 283 nationals from Mae Sot, Thailand, marking another significant advancement in India’s ongoing fight against human trafficking and cybercrime in the region.

The MEA reiterated its advisories, urging Indian citizens to exercise caution regarding fraudulent job offers. The ministry highlighted the necessity of verifying the credentials of foreign employers through Indian missions abroad, as well as thoroughly assessing recruiting agents and companies before accepting overseas employment.

The Indian government has consistently warned its citizens about the risks posed by unsolicited job offers from unfamiliar sources, as many of these scams have led to exploitation and forced participation in illegal activities.

The recent repatriation was made possible through a collaborative effort between Indian authorities, Myanmar’s Union authorities, and local groups operating in the Myawaddy area of Myanmar, where several victims had been detained. The Indian Embassy in Myanmar celebrated the success of the operation on X, stating, “In coordination with Myanmar’s Union authorities and local groups, 283 Indian nationals at scam compounds in Myawaddy were released and repatriated yesterday through Mae Sot in Thailand. We strongly reiterate our advice against such job offers.”

Earlier, on February 11, eight additional Indian nationals were deported from Myawaddy scam centres to Mae Sot, bringing the total to a larger group of 19 foreigners. At that time, the Indian Embassy in Myanmar confirmed the release of 133 Indian nationals, reiterating its warning against job offers in that area.

With these recent operations, the Indian government continues to take proactive measures against human trafficking and to safeguard its citizens from fraudulent overseas job schemes.

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Three Burned Alive as Car Falls from Bridge in Gujarat’s Rajkot

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2 weeks ago

January 31, 2026

Namma Kudla

Gujarat: A tragic accident claimed the lives of three people in Gujarat’s Rajkot district on Monday.A car fell from a bridge and caught fire, killing all occupants on the spot.

The incident occurred on the Gondal–Atkot highway.The car was travelling from Chhota Udepur towards Gondal.

According to reports, the vehicle hit the bridge’s safety barrier.After the collision, the car fell nearly eight feet into a small stream below the bridge.

Soon after the fall, the car caught fire.The occupants were trapped inside the vehicle and were unable to escape.All three were burned alive and died at the scene.

Police and fire personnel rushed to the spot after receiving information.The fire was later brought under control.The bodies were recovered and sent for post-mortem examination.

The exact cause of the accident is under investigation. Further details are awaited.

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Girl Records Reels Inside Jail, Video Sparks Debate

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2 weeks ago

January 30, 2026

Namma Kudla

Bhopal: A young woman has come under public attention after recording reels inside a jail while meeting her boyfriend.

The incident happened at Raipur Central Jail in Chhattisgarh, which is known for high security. Mobile phones are strictly not allowed inside the jail. Despite this rule, the woman carried her phone into the visitor room.

She recorded videos while talking to her boyfriend during the meeting. In the video, she speaks emotionally about visiting him on his birthday. She says she feels sad because she cannot stay with him on his special day.

After the meeting, she uploaded the video on her social media account. The video quickly went viral on different platforms. The inmate seen in the video is identified as Tarakeshwar.

He is currently lodged in Raipur Central Jail. He is an accused in a case under the NDPS Act. The incident has raised serious questions about jail security.

People on social media are criticising jail staff and officials. Many users are asking how a mobile phone was allowed inside the jail.

They are also questioning the checking process at the jail entrance. So far, jail authorities have not given any official reaction.

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MBBS Student Alleges She Was Drugged, Raped by Friend in Delhi Hotel

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4 months ago

October 6, 2025

Namma Kudla

New Delhi: An 18-year-old MBBS student has accused a 20-year-old male friend of drugging and sexually assaulting her at a hotel in Delhi’s Adarsh Nagar area. The alleged incident took place on September 9, police officials said.

According to the complaint, the accused, who is also a medical student, invited the woman to “Hotel Apple” on the pretext of spending time together. Once there, he allegedly gave her a drink laced with drugs and then raped her.

The survivor told police that the accused recorded obscene videos and took pictures during the assault. He later threatened to make the content viral if she reported the incident.

The woman, a native of Jind in Haryana, is currently staying at the hostel of Baba Saheb Ambedkar Medical College in Rohini, Delhi.

Based on her complaint, police have registered a case under relevant sections of the Indian Penal Code. A search is underway to locate and arrest the accused, officials added.

In a separate case earlier this month, a school manager in Uttar Pradesh was arrested for allegedly raping a Class 8 student. In February, a tuition teacher in Delhi’s CR Park area was accused of repeatedly raping a 15-year-old student over three years and threatening her with blackmail.