criminal breach of trust
Supreme Court Condemns Vindictive Use of Criminal Law in Personal Disputes: A Landmark Ruling
Nov 25, 2025 12:54 am CST
The Supreme Court of India has issued a significant ruling condemning the misuse of criminal law for settling personal vendettas. In a case involving a Guwahati businessman, Justices B V Nagarathna and R Mahadevan clarified the distinction between criminal breach of trust and cheating, emphasizing that these offenses cannot coexist simultaneously. The court warned against the growing trend of judicial system exploitation and stressed that criminal proceedings should not become platforms for vindictive actions. This landmark decision highlights the court's commitment to preventing undue harassment and protecting the integrity of the criminal justice system.
Mumbai Fraud Case: Man Claiming to be Prophet Mohammad's Descendant Steals Rs 11 Lakh in Jewelry Scam
Nov 24, 2025 11:39 pm CST
A 31-year-old man in Mumbai has been charged with fraud after allegedly stealing Rs 11 lakh worth of jewelry from two women. Posing as a descendant of Prophet Mohammad, Mohsin Ali Abdul Sattar Qadari convinced the victims that placing their valuables near a glass box containing a "holy relic" would multiply their wealth. Police have registered an FIR for cheating and criminal breach of trust under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita.
Delhi Court Rejects Bail for Self-Styled Godman Chaitanyananda Saraswati in Major Forgery and Fund Misappropriation Case
Sep 26, 2025 09:18 pm CST
A Delhi court has denied anticipatory bail to self-styled godman Chaitanyananda Saraswati, who faces serious allegations of creating a fraudulent trust, misappropriating approximately Rs 50-55 lakhs, forging AICTE records, and operating multiple bank accounts under different identities. The accused allegedly diverted funds from Sri Sharada Institute for personal gain and faces additional charges of sexually harassing 17 female students at a private management institute.
Lodha Developers' Former Director Arrested In Rs 85 Crore Fraud Case
Sep 18, 2025 09:50 am CST
Mumbai Police's Crime Branch has arrested Rajendra Narpatmal Lodha, a former director of Lodha Developers Limited, for his alleged involvement in a fraud worth Rs 85 crore, officials said on Wednesday.
Case Filed Against Ex-CFO Of Online Gaming Company For Diverting Funds
Sep 17, 2025 12:29 am CST
A case has been registered against the former Group Chief Financial Officer of an online gaming company for allegedly diverting company funds to invest in future and options trading, leading to an estimated loss of Rs 250 crore, police said