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In a coordinated crackdown on illicit cricket betting activities spanning multiple states, Delhi Police's Crime Branch has apprehended a group of 10 individuals. These arrests stem from investigations into betting on the Big Bash League T-20 cricket tournament in Australia. Utilizing modern technology such as mobile phones and laptops, the network was engaged in illegal wagering. Authorities have confiscated a range of equipment from the suspects, including five laptops, 24 mobile phones, an LED smart TV, and other materials linked to their operations. Central to the betting syndicate was Raju Vaishnav, a 48-year-old goldsmith from Delhi's Karol Bagh, identified as the operation's linchpin. Vaishnav's strategy involved enlisting bookies from various regions, including Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, and Rajasthan, to expand the network and boost earnings. This collaborative effort aimed to capitalize on the lucrative betting market associated with cricket tournaments. The group...