India, April 21 -- Thefts of mobile phones, laptops, and other personal belongings in crowded places and public transports such as buses and trains in Delhi rose by nearly 12% between January 1 and March 31 this year as compared to the same period last year, according to an analysis of crime statistics shared by the Delhi Police on Sunday.

The data shows that 27,066 first information reports (FIRs) were registered for theft of items from crowded places and public transport during the period this year as against 24,226 last year: an increase of 2,840 cases (11.72%). The data also showed a drop in cases of burglary, house thefts, and vehicle thefts during the same period.

Overall FIRs under various sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita ...