Agent arrested for duping LIC by insuring four dead persons in Odisha
The Hindu
Kabiraj Behera managed to get the insured amount for 23 LIC policies after insuring four persons after their death between 2013 and 2019.
An insurance agent in Odisha’s Puri district was arrested on charges of duping the Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) by insuring four dead persons and receiving ₹1.81 crore of the insured sum.
The Economic Offences Wing (EOW) of Odisha Crime Branch stumbled upon the curious case of Kabiraj Behera, a resident of Jhadakata under Kanasa police station of Puri, who had fraudulently managed to get the insured amount concerning 23 LIC policies after insuring four persons after their death between 2013 and 2019.
The accused would be sent to the court of Sub-Divisional Judicial Magistrate, Khordha, on Thursday.
Residents of Chettichavadi express concerns over deteriorating groundwater quality due to long-standing garbage dumping issues in Salem West.
Community Health Officers in Vijayawada protest for reduced workload and continued incentives amid growing dissatisfaction over salary changes.
Telangana faces 13,929 healthcare vacancies, primarily in doctors and nurses, as recruitment efforts aim to address the shortage.
For most patients with TB who are severely underweight, nutritional support is an essential and not optional part of treatment
Family of custodial death victims demands harsh punishment for nine convicted policemen to prevent future abuses of power.
Rajinikanth refutes TVK leader's claims about DMK threats preventing his political entry, expressing gratitude to supportive political figures.
CM announces Cabinet Sub-Committee on Musi rejuvenation; rehabilitation for all displaced
Ramanathapuram identifies 145 polling stations as sensitive, ensuring security with paramilitary forces ahead of assembly elections, says DEO.
BJP Puducherry president V. P Ramalingam files nomination for Raj Bhavan, joined by Union Minister Mandaviya and Khushbu Sundar.
History-sheeter 'Thoppai' Ganesh shot dead by police in Chennai after attacking officers during attempted escape.
The government plans to amend the FCRA, introducing new regulations for NGO asset management and accountability for key functionaries.
The draft policy for “Responsible Digital Use Among Students”, released on Monday by the Department of Health and Family Welfare, has recommended that parents set structured routines with clear screen-time rules and prioritise privacy, safety, and open conversation with children on digital well-being.
Police Observer Sushant Kumar Saxena conducts surprise inspection at Shencottai police station, reviewing warrants and security arrangements ahead of elections.