Special Investigation Team

  • Sabarimala Temple Gold Theft: Accused Unnikrishnan Potty Remanded to Judicial Custody in Kerala

    Sabarimala Temple Gold Theft: Accused Unnikrishnan Potty Remanded to Judicial Custody in Kerala

    Oct 30, 2025 11:53 pm CST

    Unnikrishnan Potty, the main accused in the Sabarimala temple gold theft case, has been remanded to judicial custody by a Ranni court in Kerala. Potty, who faces charges related to gold theft from 'Dwarapalaka idols' and the Sreekovil door frame, requested medical assistance while in custody. The Special Investigation Team continues to investigate the case with former Sabarimala Administrative Officer B Murari Babu also in custody.

  • Former Supporters of Dharmasthala Mass Burial Case Now Seek FIR Cancellation in Karnataka High Court

    Former Supporters of Dharmasthala Mass Burial Case Now Seek FIR Cancellation in Karnataka High Court

    Oct 30, 2025 10:30 pm CST

    Four individuals who initially supported allegations of mass burials in Dharmasthala have petitioned the Karnataka High Court to dismiss the case, citing procedural violations in the SIT investigation. The court has granted an interim stay and prohibited coercive action against the petitioners while the case continues.

  • Zubeen Garg Death Investigation: Five Accused Remanded to Extended Judicial Custody for 14 Days

    Zubeen Garg Death Investigation: Five Accused Remanded to Extended Judicial Custody for 14 Days

    Oct 28, 2025 11:33 pm CST

    A Guwahati court has extended the judicial custody of five key accused in singer-composer Zubeen Garg's death investigation for 14 additional days. The accused, including Garg's personal security officers and event organizers, face serious charges following the singer's drowning in Singapore. Investigators are examining suspicious financial transactions exceeding Rs 1.1 crore potentially connected to the case as the Special Investigation Team continues gathering evidence.

  • Double Suicide in Arunachal Pradesh: Investigation Reveals Sexual Exploitation and Threats Against 19-Year-Old Victim

    Double Suicide in Arunachal Pradesh: Investigation Reveals Sexual Exploitation and Threats Against 19-Year-Old Victim

    Oct 26, 2025 12:42 am CST

    A shocking case from Arunachal Pradesh reveals a 19-year-old man and a senior government official committed suicide amid allegations of sexual abuse and blackmail. Police have formed a Special Investigation Team after the victim's suicide note accused two high-ranking officials of exploitation, manipulation, and abandoning him after he contracted HIV.

  • Special Investigation Team Recovers Stolen Sabarimala Temple Gold from Karnataka Jeweller

    Special Investigation Team Recovers Stolen Sabarimala Temple Gold from Karnataka Jeweller

    Oct 25, 2025 04:31 pm CST

    The Special Investigation Team has recovered over 400 grams of stolen gold from a jewellery store in Bellari, Karnataka, representing a major breakthrough in the Sabarimala temple theft case. Key suspect Unnikrishnan Potti allegedly transferred the gold to associate Govardhan, as investigators expand their search across multiple cities to trace the stolen temple treasures.

  • Former Punjab Police Chief

    Former Punjab Police Chief's Son Dies Under Mysterious Circumstances: Family Conspiracy or Drug Overdose?

    Oct 22, 2025 02:47 am CST

    Former Punjab Police chief Mohammed Mustafa addresses allegations surrounding his son Aqil Akhtar's mysterious death, claiming political rivals are exploiting the situation. While the family attributes the death to a drug overdose, controversial videos recorded by Aqil before his death have raised questions about family dynamics and possible foul play, prompting a Special Investigation Team to examine the case.

  • SIT Files First Report in Sabarimala Temple Gold Theft Investigation to Kerala High Court

    SIT Files First Report in Sabarimala Temple Gold Theft Investigation to Kerala High Court

    Oct 21, 2025 11:15 pm CST

    The Special Investigation Team probing the Sabarimala temple gold theft case has submitted its first sealed report to the Kerala High Court. The investigation follows the unauthorized removal of gold-plated copper claddings from guardian deity idols and the sanctum sanctorum, with 10 individuals including sponsor Unnikrishnan Potty now facing criminal charges.

  • Former Punjab Minister and Ex-Police Chief Charged in Son

    Former Punjab Minister and Ex-Police Chief Charged in Son's Mysterious Death Following Shocking Affair Allegations

    Oct 21, 2025 04:47 pm CST

    The mysterious death of 33-year-old Aqil Akhtar, son of former Punjab DGP Mohammed Mustafa and ex-minister Razia Sultana, has led to murder charges against his parents. Disturbing videos recorded by Aqil before his death revealed allegations of an affair between his father and wife, followed by a suspicious retraction. Police have formed a Special Investigation Team following complaints from a family acquaintance.

  • 9 Arrested Following Violent Protests at Baksa Jail in Zubeen Garg Death Case Investigation

    9 Arrested Following Violent Protests at Baksa Jail in Zubeen Garg Death Case Investigation

    Oct 18, 2025 10:27 pm CST

    Authorities have arrested nine individuals and identified several others involved in violent protests outside Baksa jail, where five accused in singer Zubeen Garg's death case were transferred. Police discovered a WhatsApp group orchestrating the unrest, with an admin from Bangalore inciting violence. The demonstrations resulted in 40 injured police personnel and damaged vehicles, requiring baton charges and tear gas to restore order. Security remains heightened while a special investigation team continues probing the singer's drowning in Singapore.

  • Violent Robbery in Bengaluru: Two Arrested After Severing Woman

    Violent Robbery in Bengaluru: Two Arrested After Severing Woman's Fingers During Gold Chain Theft

    Oct 18, 2025 02:10 pm CST

    Two suspects have been arrested in Bengaluru for a violent robbery where they severed a woman's fingers with a machete while stealing gold jewelry. The incident, captured on CCTV during a Ganesh festival in September, led to a weeks-long investigation before authorities apprehended the criminals with previous offense records and recovered the stolen items.