ANI image NEW DELHI: At least 32,602 cases were lodged for crimes against senior citizens (aged above 60) in 2024, showing a rise of 16.9% in registration over 2023 (27,886 cases), according to the latest National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB) data Overall, 27,049 cases of murder were registered during 2024 against 27,721 cases lodged in 2023. Personal enmity and disputes were the prime motives, besides murder for gains. During 2024, 96,079 cases of kidnapping and abduction were registered, showing a decrease of 15.4% over 2023 (1.13 lakh cases). Of the total crimes, 35.4 lakh cases were filed under the Indian Penal Code (IPC)and the Bhartiya Nyay Sanhita (BNS) , which was rolled out in 2024, and 23.4 lakh cases were lodged under special and local laws. NCRB also released data of crimes comparing 19 metropolitan cities and stated that 8.4 lakh cognisable crimes were committed in 2024, a dip of 10.9% over 2023 (9.4 lakh cases). A total of 1,987 cases of murder were registered in these cities during 2024, showing a decline of 0.8% over 2023 (2,004 cases). Data also shows that 8.21 lakh fake Indian currency notes with face value Rs 54.6 crore were seized during 2024. On the enforcement side, the authorities managed to seize 3.62 lakh kg of explosives, including RDX and TNT, compared to 10 lakh kg in 2023. Data shows that 55,698 cases were registered in crimes against scheduled castes (SCs), showing a decrease of 3.6% over 2023 (57,789 cases). As many as 9,966 cases were registered for crimes against scheduled tribes (STs), showing a decrease of 23.1% over 2023 (12,960 cases). With 63,564 cases, there was a decline in cases of the Arms Act in 2024 over 73,388 cases in 2023. There was also a sharp drop in cases of “hurt” but the report clarified it may be linked to legal changes introduced under the BNS which made it anon-cognisable offence.About the AuthorRaj Shekhar JhaRaj Shekhar Jha is a journalist for the Times of India with over a decade of experience in reporting on national security, terrorism, crime and prisons.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideos‘Congress Will Be Wiped Out Everywhere’: DMK Warns Cong Over Support To Vijay’s TVK2 Dead, 200+ FIRs, 433 Arrested, Over 1100 Detained In Post-Poll Violence In West Bengal‘Asked Me To Pay Rs 5 Crore’: Ex-Cricketer Makes Shocking Claim On TMC After Bengal PollsPakistan Navy Helps Stranded Indian Ship In Arabian Sea After Distress Call: ReportTVK Emerges Largest, But Vijay Needs Critical Backing To Form Govt; Will He Succeed?Election Commission Blocks 68 Lakh Cyber Attacks; ECINET Handles Record Traffic on Counting Day‘Directly Promoting ISI Narrative’: BJP Slams Bhagwant Mann’s Remark On Punjab BlastsIndia–Vietnam Upgrade Ties | $25 Billion Trade Push, UPI Link & Big Strategic Signal to China‘Shortage Of Funds’: Akhilesh Yadav Reveals Why SP Ended Contract With I-PAC Ahead Of UP PollsTeesta Issue Explained: Can Bengal Result Unlock Deal As China Factor Raises Stakes123PhotostoriesMorning affirmation at 5 am: Start your day with clarity and calmHow to make Oats, Besan, and Chaach Chilla for a light summer breakfastAre you storing fruits all wrong? Why your fridge may be ruining their taste, nutrition, and shelf life10 subtle body language cues that reveal your true feelingsKL Rahul’s Bangalore home is a crores-worth luxury retreat built on cricket success and strong family rootsVisa hacks 2026: What smart Indian travellers are doing differently this yearComfort foods that are the quiet healers of your body (health benefits inside)From human-sized birds to pebble ‘proposals’: 6 facts that will change how you see penguinsEating the same food every day? Nutritionist explains what it secretly does to your gut bacteria over time10 funny marriage quotes by famous people that every couple will relate to123Hot PicksGSEB 10th Result 2026Delhi traffic advisoryDelhi rainPune child rape-murder casePerambur election resultIndia-New Zealand FTASugarcane price hikeTop TrendingNFL Trade RumorsIPL 2026 Orange CapCBSE Class 10 admit card 2026IPL Playoff Qualification ScenariosIPL 2026 Points TableMI IPL Playoff Qualification ScenariosJalandhar BlastNEET 2026: Exam-day guideGSEB Class 10th result 2026TVK Chief Vijay
NEW DELHI: At least 32,602 cases were lodged for crimes against senior citizens (aged above 60) in 2024, showing a rise of 16.9% in registration over 2023 (27,886 cases), according to the latest National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB) data Overall, 27,049 cases of murder were registered during 2024 against 27,721 cases lodged in 2023. Personal enmity and disputes were the prime motives, besides murder for gains. During 2024, 96,079 cases of kidnapping and abduction were registered, showing a decrease of 15.4% over 2023 (1.13 lakh cases). Of the total crimes, 35.4 lakh cases were filed under the Indian Penal Code (IPC)and the Bhartiya Nyay Sanhita (BNS) , which was rolled out in 2024, and 23.4 lakh cases were lodged under special and local laws. NCRB also released data of crimes comparing 19 metropolitan cities and stated that 8.4 lakh cognisable crimes were committed in 2024, a dip of 10.9% over 2023 (9.4 lakh cases). A total of 1,987 cases of murder were registered in these cities during 2024, showing a decline of 0.8% over 2023 (2,004 cases). Data also shows that 8.21 lakh fake Indian currency notes with face value Rs 54.6 crore were seized during 2024. On the enforcement side, the authorities managed to seize 3.62 lakh kg of explosives, including RDX and TNT, compared to 10 lakh kg in 2023. Data shows that 55,698 cases were registered in crimes against scheduled castes (SCs), showing a decrease of 3.6% over 2023 (57,789 cases). As many as 9,966 cases were registered for crimes against scheduled tribes (STs), showing a decrease of 23.1% over 2023 (12,960 cases). With 63,564 cases, there was a decline in cases of the Arms Act in 2024 over 73,388 cases in 2023. There was also a sharp drop in cases of “hurt” but the report clarified it may be linked to legal changes introduced under the BNS which made it anon-cognisable offence.
