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An emerging trend of private vengeance agencies in South Korea involves individuals being hired to vandalize property and defame others, with police pursuing those behind the scheme.

The PM Matri Vandana Yojana provides financial support to pregnant and nursing mothers to address their nutritional needs, with assistance ranging from ₹5,000 to ₹11,000 based on the number of children.

In Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh, a common service center operator defrauded a consumer by providing a fake receipt claiming to have made an electricity bill payment under a relief scheme.

A discussion is taking place in Sambalpur regarding the social and economic development involving hundreds of ASHA workers active in the area under a government scheme.

Surrendered Naxalites in Sukma district will receive free homes under the Prime Minister's Housing Scheme as part of a rehabilitation program.

Sherry Xue Li was sentenced to nine years in prison for her role in a $30 million scheme defrauding foreign investors and funneling money into U.S. political campaigns.

The Latvian Ministry of Finance has issued a warning to the public regarding a fraudulent scheme called 'Digital Asset Reserve 2026', which impersonates the Ministry to scam citizens.

A 74-year-old businessman has been sentenced to eight months of conditional imprisonment and 150 hours of community service for organized fraud similar to a pyramid scheme.

Ukraine's Security Service revealed a $1 million embezzlement scheme involving the restoration of the Trypillia Thermal Power Plant, which was damaged by Russian attacks.

A 35-year-old woman underwent a complex surgery to remove a hip cancer tumor at a hospital in Bhopal, benefiting from a government health insurance scheme.

Antonas Džaliabovas, a senior executive at Gazprom Neft, has been implicated in a bribery scheme totaling 300,000 euros involving contractors between 2020 and 2021.

An investigation has unveiled a corruption scheme involving the misappropriation of nearly 50 million hryvnias intended for the repair of a bomb-damaged power station in Ukraine.

Detectives in Vilnius apprehended a fraudster linked to over 10 crimes related to a deceptive scheme targeting a local woman who lost over 20,000 euros to him.

Vilnius police have arrested a suspect involved in a systematic fraud scheme targeting residents, highlighting ongoing risks of such scams.

The European Commission plans to unveil a €240 billion scheme to boost investments in nuclear energy, positioning it as a key pillar for several EU countries in their strategies for decarbonization, industrial competitiveness, and supply security.

A significant revision to tax exemptions on gold in India will take effect on April 1, mandating capital gains tax for transactions in the secondary market under the Sovereign Gold Bond scheme.

The Operation Argos led to the arrest of a major cocaine supplier and the blocking of R$ 104 million connected to a sophisticated interstate drug trafficking and money laundering network in Brazil.

Two alleged members of the Tren de Aragua gang have been charged in connection with a series of ATM robberies across New England, utilizing malware in their scheme.

The third evening of the Sanremo Festival showcases notable fashion details including feathers, a dominant white color scheme, and gloves worn by many artists.

Grandparents and other relatives caring for children will receive financial support from the UK government under a new pilot scheme.

The Civil Police conducted searches and seizures to investigate a supposed scheme involving forgery, fraud, and money laundering related to the agricultural commodity industry, allegedly causing significant financial losses.

Brazilian police uncovered a scheme selling fake medical certificates following the arrest of a suspect involved in an attempted robbery in Campo Grande.

Tasmania has introduced new gun laws that intensify licensing requirements and implement a buyback scheme, but do not limit the number of firearms individuals can own.

Estonian TV host Katrin Lust warns the public about a fraudulent scheme using her name and likeness to promote a fake investment opportunity.

The Australian government's 5% Deposit Scheme for first homebuyers has seen a significant increase in participation due to recent reforms allowing access to buyers of all income levels.

Five individuals have been indicted by the Public Ministry for irregularities in the public bidding process for rural school transportation in Uberaba, Brazil.

A criminal scheme involving a network of politicians, public servants, and private companies embezzled over R$ 650,000 intended for social projects in Palmas, Brazil.

Operation Vassalos investigates a criminal scheme involving bribes, bid fraud, and money laundering connected to former Senator Fernando Bezerra Coelho and his family.

The State Social Insurance Agency (VSAA) has issued a warning to residents about phone scammers requesting personal information under the pretense of delivering urgent correspondence via courier.

A Montreal charity, DIFY, faced a fraudulent donation scheme where the supposed donor offered a large sum with suspicious conditions.

The UCO has reported new findings linking former Adif president Isabel Pardo de Vera to alleged corruption during mask procurement in the pandemic.

The Federal Police in Brazil conducted an operation targeting a lawyer and four intermediaries allegedly involved in a scheme to produce false medical documents for fraudulent INSS benefit claims.

Proposals arise for councils in England to manage home insulation projects to address energy efficiency and cost issues.

The Chandauli police discovered and seized illegal liquor worth 50 lakh rupees hidden beneath bags of onions in a truck during a check, a scheme apparently intended for distribution during the Holi festival.

A new initiative by Royal Mail and the British Heart Foundation encourages the public to learn CPR by scanning a QR code on parcel lockers.

Five individuals were arrested in Brazil as part of an operation targeting a drug and arms trafficking network, particularly focusing on rifles.

The EU Commission has approved a 400-million-euro state aid scheme to support strategic investments in clean technologies in Greece.

The introduction of a potential stablecoin in Gaza raises concerns about its use as a tool for Israeli and American control over financial resources linked to Palestinian resistance.

The Griha Aadhar Yojana in Goa provides eligible women with ₹1500 monthly to support their daily expenses and education costs for their children.

Sanjay Singh criticized the BJP for what he describes as their disingenuous policies, referencing a metaphor of an owl in his remarks.

A relative of former senator Fernando Bezerra Coelho is under investigation for receiving nearly R$ 190 million in suspected corruption and fraud linked to infrastructure projects in Pernambuco.

Pensioners in Osun State commend the health insurance scheme initiated by Governor Ademola Adeleke, noting significant benefits in reducing mortality and financial burdens.

A Civil Police operation in Bahia recovered 68 vehicles linked to a fraud scheme involving false rental contracts.

The president of the AFA, "Chiqui" Tapia, is accused of illegally withholding retirement contributions totaling 19 billion pesos in 2025, leveraging funds from fixed-term deposits and income amidst a scheme authorized by former Economy Minister Sergio Massa.

The Argentine prosecution has requested the trial of the L'abbate clan for their alleged involvement in a multimillion-dollar fraud scheme related to the sale of unfinished residential properties.

A Federal Court in the state of Paraíba, Brazil, has sentenced three men for their role in a scheme to circulate counterfeit R$ 200 notes in commercial establishments in Campina Grande and nearby cities.

The Slovak government has relaxed criteria for selecting investment partners in the state-supported rental housing scheme, allowing collective investment funds to participate.

Priscilla Lorejan Melo de Assis, the most voted councilwoman in Moreira Sales, Brazil, has had her diploma revoked due to her involvement in a vote-buying scheme targeting social program beneficiaries.

Four individuals were arrested during a police operation targeting a drug trafficking scheme in Sarapuí, Brazil.

Martin Lewis highlights that parents who had children between 1978-2010 may be owed substantial back payments of state pension due to errors in the Home Responsibilities Protection scheme.