Analysis of International Criminal Networks and Police Responses to Organized Crime

May 13, 2026, 22:30
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Introduction

This report describes recent police actions regarding academic fraud in India, illegal weapons trafficking in the United States, and targeted violence and extortion in Canada and India.

Main Body

The investigation into the NEET-UG 2026 exam leak reveals a complex distribution network. The operation began with Shubham Khairnar, a medical student in Nashik, who allegedly bought the exam materials for ₹10 lakh and then sold them to a contact in Gurugram for ₹15 lakh. This contact, Yash Yadav, allegedly helped distribute the materials to students in Sikar, Rajasthan. To hide the source of the leak, the group included the real exam questions in a larger 'guess paper' with 410 items. This document was shared through coaching centers and a digital group called 'Private Mafia.' Consequently, the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has taken over the case after initial work by the Rajasthan Special Operations Group (SOG). In the United States, the Department of Justice sentenced Jashanpreet Singh to 64 months in prison as part of 'Operation Take Back America.' Singh, who founded the 'Punjabi Devils' motorcycle club linked to the Hells Angels, was convicted of illegally selling firearms and possessing a machine gun. This followed an undercover operation on June 6, 2025, where police found high-caliber weapons and military explosives, including a Claymore mine, at his home. He was arrested at San Francisco International Airport while trying to fly to India. At the same time, police are working to stop violent networks in Canada and India. In Surrey, British Columbia, two foreign nationals, Damanjeet and Pardaman Singh, were charged with weapon offenses after a shooting related to extortion on April 22. Meanwhile, in Punjab, 'Operation Nest Wrecker' led to the arrest of three people linked to the fugitive gangster Happy Jatt. These suspects were caught at the Indo-Bhutan border after allegedly killing two people in Batala on April 27. Furthermore, authorities in Uttarakhand arrested Yashraj Singh for funding the killing of a gangster in Dehradun, which shows that criminal groups continue to coordinate across different states.

Conclusion

Law enforcement agencies continue to carry out operations across different borders to stop organized crime groups and academic fraud networks.

Learning

⚡ The "Connection" Upgrade

At the A2 level, you probably use 'and', 'but', and 'so' to connect your ideas. To reach B2, you need to use "Logical Connectors." These are words that tell the reader exactly how two ideas relate.

Look at these three power-words from the text:

  1. Consequently →\rightarrow (The B2 version of 'So')

    • A2 style: The leak happened, so the CBI took over.
    • B2 style: The leak was discovered; consequently, the CBI took over the case.
    • Usage: Use this when one event is the direct result of another.

  2. Furthermore →\rightarrow (The B2 version of 'Also')

    • A2 style: They arrested some people and also they arrested Yashraj Singh.
    • B2 style: Police arrested the suspects in Punjab. Furthermore, authorities in Uttarakhand arrested Yashraj Singh.
    • Usage: Use this to add a new, important piece of information to your argument.

  3. Meanwhile →\rightarrow (The B2 version of 'At the same time')

    • A2 style: Police worked in Canada and at the same time they worked in India.
    • B2 style: Police are working in Canada. Meanwhile, in Punjab, another operation is happening.
    • Usage: Use this to jump between two different locations or stories happening at once.

🔍 Vocabulary Shift: "Vague" →\rightarrow "Precise"

Stop using general words like 'did' or 'got'. Notice how the text uses Specific Action Verbs to describe crime and law:

  • Instead of 'did a crime' →\rightarrow Committed/Convicted of
  • Instead of 'started a club' →\rightarrow Founded
  • Instead of 'carried out' →\rightarrow Coordinated

B2 Pro Tip: When you describe a situation, ask yourself: "Is there a more professional verb for this action?" Changing 'started' to 'founded' immediately makes you sound more fluent.

Vocabulary Learning

investigation (n.)
A systematic examination or inquiry into something.
Example:The police launched an investigation into the exam leak.
distribution (n.)
The action of sharing something among people.
Example:The distribution network sold exam papers to students.
leak (n.)
The act of something being revealed or escaping.
Example:The exam leak caused a scandal.
allegedly (adv.)
Claimed or said, but not proven.
Example:Allegedly, the student bought the papers for a large sum.
source (n.)
The origin or starting point of something.
Example:The source of the leak was traced to a student.
document (n.)
A written or printed record.
Example:The document was shared through coaching centers.
shared (v.)
Made available to others.
Example:The exam questions were shared with students.
operation (n.)
A planned and organized activity.
Example:The police operation targeted the gang.
sentenced (v.)
Formally given a punishment by a court.
Example:He was sentenced to 64 months in prison.
convicted (v.)
Found guilty in a court of law.
Example:He was convicted of illegally selling firearms.
illegally (adv.)
In a way that breaks the law.
Example:He illegally sold a machine gun.
possessing (v.)
Having or holding something.
Example:He was found possessing a machine gun.
undercover (adj.)
Operating in secret to gather information.
Example:The undercover operation uncovered weapons.
explosives (n.)
Substances that can explode.
Example:The police found military explosives at his home.
arrest (v.)
To take someone into custody for legal purposes.
Example:The police arrested the suspects at the border.
foreign (adj.)
From another country.
Example:Foreign nationals were charged with offenses.
extortion (n.)
The act of demanding money through threats or intimidation.
Example:The shooting was related to extortion.
fugitive (adj.)
Running away from law enforcement or authority.
Example:The gang was a fugitive gangster.
coordinate (v.)
To organize or work together toward a common goal.
Example:Criminal groups coordinate across states.
across (prep.)
From one side to another, spanning a distance or range.
Example:The operations are carried out across borders.