A Melbourne businessman faces rape and sexual assault charges, with his defence barrister claiming the complainant is a "serial liar" who made "false allegations" in court. Prosecutors maintain the woman's consistency and reject claims of extortion, while the trial continues.
In Hunsur, Karnataka, businessman Harisha, 39, allegedly killed his wife Nischitha, 37, and daughters Nikshitha, 14, and Raksha, 8, before dying by suicide. The incident, possibly linked to financial distress, was discovered Tuesday after a friend alerted police.
A consortium led by British-Indian businessman Amit Bhatia has expressed interest in buying a minority stake in Liverpool FC, with owners Fenway Sports Group confirming the approach. The potential deal, not yet finalized, could value the club at over $6bn and follows FSG's previous openness to new investment.
Chinese actor Li Chengru, 71, known for classic roles, lost US$13 million in foreign currency trading before his acting career took off. His early life involved poverty and an apprenticeship that ignited his passion for acting, leading him to script supervision for 'Journey to the West'.
Prisons Minister Lord James Timpson has resigned from the government, stating it was an "honour" to serve. Appointed in July 2024, he oversaw an early release scheme amidst a prison crisis, claiming improvements in services despite ongoing challenges cited by critics.
Reform UK leader Nigel Farage admitted using a London home and social media filming paid for by fraudster George Cottrell before the last election, insisting it was undeclarable. He also defended a £5m gift from Christopher Harborne and a £500k donation from Cottrell's mother, all under investigation by the standards commissioner and police.
Haryana Police killed four suspected members of the Deepak Nandal gang in a fierce gun battle in Gurgaon, rescuing a kidnapped businessman. Nandal, a former music producer, is now a wanted gangster operating from abroad, orchestrating extortion and contract killings.
A witness testified that journalist Daphne Caruana Galizia screamed in panic moments before a car bomb killed her in 2017. Yorgen Fenech is on trial for ordering her murder.
Four alleged shooters linked to gangster Deepak Nandal were killed and one injured in a fierce gun battle with Gurgaon Police in Sushant Lok Phase-2. Three policemen were also injured. The group was targeting a businessman's residence for extortion.
Anastasia Berezovska, accused of bombing Ukrainian oligarch Vadym Iermolaiev in Monaco, was found murdered in Ukraine. Evidence suggests involvement of Kyiv's intelligence agencies, with Vladyslav Reut arrested for her killing.
Deputy Finance Minister Liew Chin Tong denied reports that fugitive businessman Jho Low secretly entered Malaysia last year for talks related to the 1MDB scandal. Low faces charges in the US and Malaysia for his alleged role in the misappropriation of billions from the state fund.
The Guardian investigation reveals that bankers reported potential money laundering concerns to the National Crime Agency (NCA) regarding transactions involving senior Reform UK figures, including Nigel Farage and Richard Tice. Suspicious activity reports (SARs) were filed over donations and loans, prompting scrutiny of the party's finances and adherence to electoral rules.
President-elect Abelardo de la Espriella has suspended Colombia's transition process, accusing incumbent Gustavo Petro of a coup attempt after Petro refused to recognize election results. De la Espriella urged the armed forces to disobey Petro and called on the international community to monitor the situation.
The attempted murder of Ukrainian businessman Vadim Yermolayev in Monaco reportedly cost $150,000, with funds transferred to cryptocurrency wallets and bank accounts of Anastasia Berezovskaya, identified as the perpetrator. Suspects detained in Berezovskaya's murder include a Ukrainian intelligence officer.
Anastasiia Berezovska, a Ukrainian woman wanted by Interpol for a parcel bomb attack in Monaco that injured businessman Vadym Yermolaiev and his family, was found shot dead near Kyiv. Ukrainian police arrested two suspects, including an intelligence officer, in connection with her murder.
A Ukrainian woman, Anastasiia Berezovska, suspected in a Monaco bomb attack on businessman Vadym Yermolaiev, was found shot dead in Ukraine. A Ukrainian military intelligence employee was detained, claiming he killed her with another suspect.
Anastasiia Berezovska, suspected of a bomb attack in Monaco, was found shot dead near Kyiv. Ukrainian prosecutors arrested two men, including a military intelligence officer, in connection with the case, alleging they received crypto payments from Berezovska. The attack injured a Ukraine-born businessman.
Police are investigating claims that Siya Goyal, the prime accused in the murder of Pune realtor Ketan Agrawal, secretly married Chetan Chaudhary four months before Agrawal's death. The alleged secret marriage, reportedly witnessed by two college friends, was kept hidden from families while wedding preparations for Siya and Ketan were underway. Evidence, including digital footprints and deleted photos, is being sought to corroborate the claim.
Gaurav Srivastava, an Indian-origin businessman, allegedly posed as a CIA operative to gain access to Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto and secure multibillion-dollar defense deals. Lawsuits claim Srivastava used these false pretenses to obtain letters of intent for fighter jets and military equipment, though no purchases were ultimately made.
Yorgen Fenech, a businessman arrested in 2019, has gone on trial in Malta for orchestrating the 2017 assassination of investigative journalist Daphne Caruana Galizia. Caruana Galizia was investigating corruption allegations against Fenech's company, 17 Black, when she was killed by a car bomb.
La justice équatorienne a désigné l'homme d'affaires Xavier Jordan comme l'instigateur présumé de l'assassinat de Fernando Villavicencio, candidat à la présidentielle, abattu en août 2023. Sept personnes sont enquêtées, dont d'anciens partisans de Rafael Correa.
Ukrainian businessman Vadim Ermolaev, sanctioned by Kiev, was seriously injured in a Monaco bombing. An explosive device detonated at his building's entrance. Investigators are exploring links to the SBU and business rivals, with one former intelligence agent suggesting a possible provocation related to Ermolaev's planned anti-corruption presentation.
Yorgen Fenech, a wealthy Maltese businessman, is on trial for allegedly plotting the 2017 murder of investigative journalist Daphne Caruana Galizia. Prosecutors claim Fenech paid €150,000 to three hitmen to detonate a bomb in her car, motivated by her impending reporting on his affairs.
Businessman Vadym Yermolaiev, a wealthy Ukrainian national, was injured in a powerful explosion at a residential building in Monaco on June 29. An unidentified man allegedly planted a backpack bomb, injuring three people. Investigators are exploring potential motives, including links to Ukrainian security services and Yermolaiev's business dealings.
