The Transport Department has warned citizens about rising cyber fraud involving fake e-challan messages and cloned government websites. Residents have been advised to verify challans only through the official e-challan portal and immediately report suspicious links, calls or messages to cybercrime authorities.
Chichola Police arrested a 23-year-old accused involved in illegal liquor trade during an anti-narcotics operation in Rajnandgaon district, seizing 30 quarters of country liquor worth Rs 2,400 and sending the accused to judicial custody.
Rajnandgaon Police foiled an alleged kidnapping attempt involving Padma Shri awardee Phoolbasan Bai after a vigilant traffic inspection team intercepted a suspicious vehicle and rescued her safely, demonstrating exemplary policing.
Basantpur Police rescued a kidnapped minor within 24 hours from Madhya Pradesh and arrested the accused, who allegedly raped the victim after luring her on the pretext of marriage. Swift police coordination and technical investigation ensured safe recovery.
Rajnandgaon police arrested a youth transporting 14.5 kg ganja during a joint operation by Ghumka Police and Cyber Cell, seizing narcotics, a motorcycle and mobile phone worth over ₹2 lakh.
Basantpur Police arrested a habitual offender with 1.1 kg ganja near Nehru Park in Rajnandgaon during an anti-drug operation conducted under the district’s ongoing crackdown on narcotics trafficking.