BNS

In a decisive crackdown, 47 Odisha Police teams raided 46 locations across Keonjhar, Bhadrak, and other districts to dismantle illegal cattle smuggling syndicates. The operation recovered significant cash, gold, and property documents. Officials confirmed that arrested kingpins face asset confiscation under the BNSS as the state intensifies its investigation into the network’s financial and interstate links.

A 4-year-old girl was kidnapped and sexually assaulted in Narela by a 25-year-old man, Rizwan, who was arrested from Bawana. The girl was found and rescued by her teacher and locals, who then apprehended the accused. A case has been filed under the POCSO Act.

Gujarat High Court issued notice to the state on a 48-year-old man's petition to quash an FIR for burning a police jeep in 2023. He claims high-degree bipolar disorder made him perceive himself as Batman during the act. Next hearing on December 16.