Ashwini Kumar, a 50-year-old astrologer from Noida, is arrested by Mumbai Police for making false bomb threats involving 400 kg of RDX and human explosives A personal grudge caused an incorrect panic; today is the court hearing. exclusive details on real breaking news.
Mumbai Police have arrested a 50-year-old man from Noida for planning a terrifying bomb threat that placed the city on high alert, in a rapid crackdown on what turned out to be a nasty joke motivated by personal revenge. The Mumbai Crime Branch caught the accused late Thursday. He is an astrologer by trade and was identified as Ashwini Kumar (also called Ashwinikumar Sureshkumar Supra). As investigations continue to bring together the whole story of his conduct, he is scheduled to appear in a Mumbai court today, September 6, 2025.
The incident started a day ago when the Mumbai Traffic Police control room received an unknown WhatsApp message. 14 Lashkar-e-Jihadi terrorists, according to the threat, broke into the city with more than 400 kg of RDX explosives and were prepared to drop "human bombs" at strategic points. It even identified Firoz, a suspected accomplice, which increased the urgency and caused immediate security measures around Mumbai. Police officers moved quickly to track down the message's origin in Uttar Pradesh.
It quickly became clear that what had appeared to be a possible terror plot was a fraud. The investigation's sources claim that Kumar sent the messages just to revive a long-standing resentment against his friend Firoz. Originally from Patliputra in Patna, the two men had a falling out earlier this year. Following Firoz's allegation against Kumar, the astrologer was jailed for three months. Kumar, who was furious, allegedly threatened to put Firoz in hot water by using his name in an attempt to make apologies for previous offenses.
A senior police officer told reporters, "Kumar's plan was to create panic and mischief, nothing more," stressing that no actual explosives or terrorist connections were discovered. The astrologer, who has a modest practice in Noida, was easily captured at his home. According to initial investigations, he used a basic mobile device to send out the threats on his own. Authorities are characterizing the texts as criminal intimidation and disinformation rather than a real security breach, even if they temporarily scared people and drained police resources.
In India, where digital platforms allow the simple spread of fear for one's own benefit, this case highlights the growing threat of pranks. Such warnings are taken seriously in Mumbai, a city that has had actual terror attacks like the 2008 siege, and frequently results in increased patrols and public alerts. It is a reminder of how personal grudges can pass for more serious threats, but in this particular case, the Crime Branch's timely detective work avoided unnecessary escalation.
Police are investigating Kumar's past and potential collaborators when he appears in court today. It is anticipated that charges will be brought under laws related to criminal conspiracy, spreading false information, and causing public disturbance. Despite being questioned, Firoz, the unexpected target, has been freed of any involvement. While the investigation is still underway, authorities are advising the public to report suspicious activity as soon as possible and to avoid from spreading false reports.
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