ED Raids in ₹450 Crore Bank Fraud Case, Finds Cash and Asset Records.

The Dahisar Land Fraud case has intensified after the Mumbai Crime Branch arrested builder Kalpesh Kanubhai Shah in connection with an alleged conspiracy involving forged powers of attorney, disputed land transfer documents, and financial transactions. Investigators are examining the alleged use of fake bank accounts, the movement of funds, and the role of other accused linked to the disputed property. The Bombay High Court's observations and subsequent verification by registration authorities have added significance to the ongoing investigation, which remains subject to judicial proceedings.

Dahisar Land Fraud Case: Builder Kalpesh Kanubhai Shah Arrested as Crime Branch Probes Alleged Forged Power of Attorney and Money Trail

The Mumbai Crime Branch has arrested builder Kalpesh Kanubhai Shah in connection with an alleged Dahisar land-grabbing conspiracy involving forged powers of attorney, fake bank accounts and disputed property transfer documents. Investigators are examining the financial trail and the role of other accused.

The Dahisar land fraud case has taken a significant turn after the Mumbai Crime Branch arrested Kalpesh Kanubhai Shah, director of Puja Land and Premises Pvt. Ltd., over his alleged involvement in securing possession rights to a valuable land parcel through allegedly forged legal documents and financial transactions.

According to investigators, Shah was arrested by the Property Cell of the Crime Branch in connection with an alleged conspiracy involving approximately 16,288.3 square metres of land situated in Dahisar. Following his arrest, he was produced before the Esplanade Court, which remanded him to seven days of police custody for further investigation.

Bombay High Court observations triggered deeper investigation

The Ambarnath Illegal Gambling controversy has drawn renewed attention after residents and civic activists sought an independent investigation into alleged matka operations in Ambarnath East. The representations question the effectiveness of enforcement by Shivaji Nagar Police Station and identify Bansi Jaiswal as a person allegedly associated with the reported betting network. Sprouts News has not independently verified these allegations, and no investigating agency or court has established wrongdoing by any individual or police officer. The matter remains subject to lawful investigation.

Ambarnath Illegal Gambling Allegations: Independent Probe Sought Into Claims Involving Shivaji Nagar Police and Alleged Matka Operator Bansi Jaiswal

Fresh allegations concerning illegal matka (gambling) operations in Ambarnath East have prompted demands for an independent investigation after residents and civic activists alleged that betting activities continue despite repeated complaints. The allegations remain unverified, and no competent authority has announced any official findings.

Illegal gambling allegations in Ambarnath East have intensified after residents and civic activists claimed that an alleged matka network continues to function despite repeated complaints and requests for enforcement by local authorities.

According to local residents and community sources, the concerns now extend beyond the existence of alleged gambling activities to claims that personnel attached to Shivaji Nagar Police Station, Ambarnath East, have allegedly failed to take effective enforcement action.

The allegations have not been independently verified by Sprouts News. At the time of publication, no judicial, departmental, or investigating authority has recorded any finding establishing misconduct by any police officer or any individual named in this report.

The Bharat Bhushan Tiwari Encounter case has reached the Supreme Court through a Public Interest Litigation seeking registration of an FIR, an independent investigation, and wider reforms governing police encounter cases across India. The petition relies on competing public accounts of the June 2026 incident in Bihar and requests preservation of digital evidence, forensic material, and official records. It also seeks directions relating to body-worn cameras, encounter protocols, and independent oversight. The allegations and competing narratives remain unverified and are yet to be judicially determined.

Bharat Bhushan Tiwari Encounter Case: PIL in Supreme Court Seeks FIR, Independent Probe and Nationwide Police Reforms

A Public Interest Litigation filed in the Supreme Court seeks an FIR, an independent investigation into the death of Bharat Bhushan Tiwari in Bihar, and nationwide reforms governing police encounters, digital evidence preservation and body-worn cameras.

The reported Bharat Bhushan Tiwari encounter case has reached the Supreme Court after advocate Ghanshyam Upadhyay filed a Public Interest Litigation seeking registration of an FIR, an independent investigation and broader reforms to police encounter investigations across India. The petition was filed on June 29, 2026, under Article 32 of the Constitution.

According to the petition, Bharat Bhushan Tiwari, a resident of Bilauti village under Shahpur Police Station in Bihar’s Bhojpur district, allegedly died during a police operation on June 17, 2026. The PIL states that competing versions surrounding the incident warrant an impartial investigation rather than reliance upon the police account alone.

The petition names the Union of India, the State of Bihar, the Director General of Police, Bihar, the Superintendent of Police, Bhojpur, the Station House Officer of Shahpur Police Station, the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) and the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) among the respondents, besides all States and Union Territories.

The Asaram Bapu Rape Case saw the Supreme Court decline immediate interim bail to self-styled godman Asaram Bapu while issuing notice on his appeal against the Rajasthan High Court judgment upholding his conviction. The Bench directed the Rajasthan Government to respond within three weeks and stated that interim relief may be considered later if his medical condition seriously deteriorates. The Court also ordered continuation of existing medical treatment. The criminal appeal remains pending, and the matter will be heard after the Court reopens following vacation.

Asaram Bapu Rape Case: Supreme Court Declines Immediate Interim Bail, Says Health Deterioration May Warrant Relief Later

The Supreme Court has declined to grant immediate interim bail to self-styled godman Asaram Bapu in the 2013 Jodhpur minor rape case. However, the Court observed that it may consider urgent relief later if his health condition seriously deteriorates after hearing the State.

The Asaram Bapu rape case witnessed another significant development on Tuesday after the Supreme Court refused to grant immediate interim bail to self-styled godman Asaram Bapu, while issuing notice on his appeal challenging the Rajasthan High Court judgment that upheld his conviction in the 2013 sexual assault case involving a minor devotee.

A Bench comprising Justice M.M. Sundresh and Justice Sheel Nagu sought a response from the Government of Rajasthan on the Special Leave Petition filed by Asaram Bapu, also known as Asha Ram @ Ashumal, against the Rajasthan High Court’s decision affirming his conviction.

The Bench clarified that it was not inclined to grant interim bail without first hearing the State or unless medical circumstances clearly justified such relief. The Court observed that it would consider interim liberty only if there was an absolute necessity to preserve the petitioner’s life.