News for 'criminal-code'

RPF Arrests Nine Women Over Dacoity Plot On Train

RPF Arrests Nine Women Over Dacoity Plot On Train

Rediff.com23 Apr 2026

The Railway Protection Force (RPF) of the Central Railway has arrested nine women for allegedly planning to commit dacoity on board the Siddheshwar Express in Maharashtra.

Speeding Canter Kills Two On Scooty In Gurugram

Speeding Canter Kills Two On Scooty In Gurugram

Rediff.com21 Apr 2026

Two young men died in Gurugram after a speeding canter allegedly hit their scooty on the Pataudi bypass. The driver fled the scene, and police are investigating.

Telangana: Bank Managers Arrested For Siphoning Off Crores

Telangana: Bank Managers Arrested For Siphoning Off Crores

Rediff.com21 Apr 2026

Four individuals, including two bank managers, have been arrested in Telangana for allegedly siphoning off Rs 2.65 crore from a state-owned bank branch in Nalgonda district.

UP ATS Arrests Two Suspected Of ISI Links

UP ATS Arrests Two Suspected Of ISI Links

Rediff.com24 Apr 2026

The Uttar Pradesh Anti-Terrorist Squad (ATS) has arrested two men in Noida for allegedly working with Pakistani handlers, including from the ISI, as well as some gangsters and radical YouTubers. The men are accused of planning a major disruptive act and were in direct contact with Pakistani operatives.

Why Khera's Counsel Argues Arrest Is Unnecessary

Why Khera's Counsel Argues Arrest Is Unnecessary

Rediff.com21 Apr 2026

The Gauhati High Court heard arguments for Pawan Khera's anticipatory bail plea, filed after an FIR by the Assam CM's wife alleging multiple passports. Khera's counsel argued he is not a flight risk and his arrest is unnecessary, while the Assam Advocate General opposed the bail.

Gujarat Assembly Removes Terrorism Provisions from Crime Act

Gujarat Assembly Removes Terrorism Provisions from Crime Act

Rediff.com25 Mar 2026

The Gujarat legislative assembly has unanimously passed a bill amending the Gujarat Control of Terrorism and Organised Crime Act, 2015, to remove terrorism-related provisions. This change aligns the state law with the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), 2023, which now comprehensively addresses terrorism, preventing overlap and ambiguity in legal proceedings.

Thailand: Always A Place To Return To

Thailand: Always A Place To Return To

Rediff.com7 Apr 2026

Discovering the stunning land of breathtaking temples.

Sedition case against UP folk singer for 'provocative' posts on Pahalgam attack

Sedition case against UP folk singer for 'provocative' posts on Pahalgam attack

Rediff.com28 Apr 2025

Police in Lucknow, India, have filed a sedition case against folk singer Neha Singh Rathore for her social media posts targeting a particular faith community in the wake of the Pahalgam tragedy. The complainant alleges that her posts could harm the nation's unity. The complaint references the execution-like killing of 26 people in Pahalgam by terrorists, and states that Rathore's posts incited one community against another based on religion. The case against Rathore was registered under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) for attempting to promote sectarian animosity, disturbing public tranquillity and endangering the sovereignty, unity and integrity of India. She was also booked under the Information Technology Act.

11 Indians found dead at Georgia's mountain resort restaurant

11 Indians found dead at Georgia's mountain resort restaurant

Rediff.com17 Dec 2024

Eleven Indian nationals were found dead at a restaurant in Georgia's mountain resort of Gudauri. The Indian mission in Tbilisi said it was working closely with local authorities to facilitate the prompt repatriation of the mortal remains to India. Georgia's Ministry of Internal Affairs said the initial inspection found no signs of injury or violence. All victims died from carbon monoxide poisoning, local media reported, citing police. The victims were employees of an Indian restaurant 'Haveli' in Gudauri and were from north India. The police started an investigation under Article 116 of the Criminal Code of Georgia, which implies negligent manslaughter.

Most Indian victims were from Punjab in Georgia restaurant tragedy

Most Indian victims were from Punjab in Georgia restaurant tragedy

Rediff.com17 Dec 2024

On Monday the embassy confirmed the deaths of 11 Indian nationals in Gudauri, Georgia, and expressed deep condolences to the bereaved families.

Govt warns Google AI tool over response on Modi

Govt warns Google AI tool over response on Modi

Rediff.com23 Feb 2024

A journalist has shared a screenshot in which a question was asked to Google Gemini about Modi.

Canada: Hindu protester held for 'inciting hatred'

Canada: Hindu protester held for 'inciting hatred'

Rediff.com8 Nov 2024

One person has been arrested by Canada's Peel Regional Police in connection with the 'demonstrations' at the Hindu Sabha Mandir in Brampton on November 4, a Peel police official said.

Ferry sinks off Mumbai coast as Navy boat rams it; 13 killed, 99 rescued

Ferry sinks off Mumbai coast as Navy boat rams it; 13 killed, 99 rescued

Rediff.com19 Dec 2024

Two passengers died and 75 others were rescued after a speed boat crashed into a ferry off the Mumbai coast. The ferry, carrying 80 passengers and five crew members, was on its way to Elephanta Islands when the speed boat circled it before crashing into it. The Navy and Coast Guard launched a massive rescue operation, with 11 Navy boats, three Marine Police boats, and a Coast Guard boat deployed. Four helicopters were also involved in the search and rescue operation. Police, Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority personnel, and local fishermen are assisting in the rescue efforts. Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis said that seven to eight passengers remain missing.

Google clarifies on chatbot's 'objectionable' response on Modi

Google clarifies on chatbot's 'objectionable' response on Modi

Rediff.com24 Feb 2024

On Friday, Union Minister Rajeev Chandrasekhar had warned that Google's AI tool Gemini's response to a question around the Prime Minister is in direct violation of IT rules as well as several provisions of the criminal code.

New laws most modern, justice in 3 years of registering FIR: Amit Shah

New laws most modern, justice in 3 years of registering FIR: Amit Shah

Rediff.com1 Jul 2024

Shah said the new laws would give priority to providing justice, unlike the colonial-era laws that gave primacy to penal action, and made reporting of crimes even easier by recognising e-FIR, Zero FIR and electronic or digital evidence.

Coalition Won't Block Modi's Reforms

Coalition Won't Block Modi's Reforms

Rediff.com29 Jun 2024

'The BJP's numbers in this government are almost the same as those enjoyed by the Congress under P V Narasimha Rao when the reform process was kicked off in 1991.' 'As before, the only constraints on the prime minister's actions are internal, not external.' 'They come from his own assessment of the political consequences of any action,' points out Mihir S Sharma.

Canadian police arrest 8 Sikh youths for firing shots, seize firearms

Canadian police arrest 8 Sikh youths for firing shots, seize firearms

Rediff.com6 Oct 2023

According to the Peel Regional Police, on the night of October 2, it received reports of shots fired in the area of Donald Stewart Road and Brisdale Drive in Brampton.

HC upholds extradition of German national facing child abuse charges at home

HC upholds extradition of German national facing child abuse charges at home

Rediff.com28 Feb 2023

The high court said there was no infirmity in the order passed by a trial court recommending the extradition of accused Bernd Alexander Bruno Wehnelt to face trial for the offences under the German Criminal Code.

Delhi FIR not first in country under new law; case dismissed, says Shah

Delhi FIR not first in country under new law; case dismissed, says Shah

Rediff.com1 Jul 2024

Union Home Minister Amit Shah said the Delhi case was not the first FIR registered in the country. He said the first case under the new laws was about a motorcycle theft registered in Madhya Pradesh's Gwalior at 10 minutes past midnight.

'Completely unprovoked': NIA on Bengal mob attack

'Completely unprovoked': NIA on Bengal mob attack

Rediff.com7 Apr 2024

"The NIA categorically refuted allegations of mala fide in its Bhupatinagar blast case," an agency spokesperson said.

3 Indians accused of killing Nijjar appear in court

3 Indians accused of killing Nijjar appear in court

Rediff.com8 May 2024

All three agreed to have the proceedings heard in English and each of them nodded that they understood the charges of first-degree murder and conspiring to murder Nijjar, the report said.

Serious lapse, he could have escaped or got killed: SG on Malik's SC entry

Serious lapse, he could have escaped or got killed: SG on Malik's SC entry

Rediff.com21 Jul 2023

He said that even the security of the Supreme Court would have been put to a serious risk if any untoward incident were to happen.

'New Laws Will Make India A Police State'

'New Laws Will Make India A Police State'

Rediff.com26 Dec 2023

'These new laws give complete (impunity) to the police.' 'Whatever little accountability the police had, all that is gone now.' 'There is no accountability mechanism against the police for abusing or misusing in the new laws.'

Calls to boycott rape-accused cricketer rise in Nepal

Calls to boycott rape-accused cricketer rise in Nepal

Rediff.com5 Feb 2023

Users have taken social media by storm against the cricket regulatory body using #BoycottCAN which has gone viral in the Himalayan nation.

420 IPC Review

420 IPC Review

Rediff.com17 Dec 2021

There's merit in the premise of 420 IPC but Manish Gupta's flat execution never delivers its promise, feels Sukanya Verma.

With 10 per cent of India's total crime, UP tops list

With 10 per cent of India's total crime, UP tops list

Rediff.com22 Oct 2019

With registration of over three lakh FIRs, Uttar Pradesh topped the crime list in the country, followed by Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Kerala and Delhi, according to the latest data released by the National Crime Records Bureau for 2017.

Canada: Indian community's gang violence problem

Canada: Indian community's gang violence problem

Rediff.com17 Mar 2009

With gang violence skyrocketing in Vancouver, Surrey and Toronto, the federal government is introducing two bills in the House of Commons: The first is to amend the Criminal Code to target organized crime; the second is to focus on illicit drugs.

Canada not to allow promotion of Khalistan

Canada not to allow promotion of Khalistan

Rediff.com19 Feb 2008

"The decision to list organisations such as Babbar Khalsa, Babbar Khalsa International and the International Sikh Youth Federation as terrorist entities under the Criminal Code is intended to protect Canada and Canadians from terrorism," Canadian public safety minister Stockwell Day said.

IOC tells US to clean up its own doping house

IOC tells US to clean up its own doping house

Rediff.com26 Jul 2018

The International Olympic Committee told the United States on Thursday it should get its own house in order in the fight against doping before putting athletes from other countries under threat of punishment for breaking US law.

Hindi words in 'criminal slang'

Hindi words in 'criminal slang'

Rediff.com20 Dec 2004

the Israel police has published a "Dictionary of Criminal Slang" which includes Hindi words like 'Charas', 'Ganja' and 'Chillum.'

No room for Talibanisation in Pakistan: Musharraf

No room for Talibanisation in Pakistan: Musharraf

Rediff.com9 Jun 2003

Islamists controlling the conservative NWFP last week passed a bill to enforce sharia or Islamic law that critics say is reminiscent of neighbouring Afghanistan's hardline Taliban regime.

Rajasthan govt passes ordinance to protect judges, babus from probe

Rajasthan govt passes ordinance to protect judges, babus from probe

Rediff.com21 Oct 2017

The ordinance seeks to protect both serving and former judges, magistrates and public servants in Rajasthan from being investigated for on-duty action without its prior sanction.

Gujarat government now goes after US-based Ford Foundation

Gujarat government now goes after US-based Ford Foundation

Rediff.com15 Apr 2015

The Gujarat government, which sought a probe into the role of activist Teesta Setalvad's NGO, is now targeting her main funding source, the US-based NGO, Ford Foundation.

Russia to make sports doping criminal offence

Russia to make sports doping criminal offence

Rediff.com25 May 2016

Russia is to bring in legislation that will mean individuals found guilty of doping are punished under the country's criminal code, according to Sports Minister Vitaly Mutko.

She's a bad, bad girl! This Canadian is the world's sexiest THIEF

She's a bad, bad girl! This Canadian is the world's sexiest THIEF

Rediff.com23 Sep 2014

Look at her! Many of us will pass this strikingly-beautiful girl as some supermodel. But what she REALLY is -- or is alleged to be -- may send you in a tizzy.

Black Money: Archaic laws won't help, India must ban Mauritius route

Black Money: Archaic laws won't help, India must ban Mauritius route

Rediff.com5 Mar 2015

The larger amount of black money either goes into domestic real estate or bullion, or is round-tripped back into India anyway.

Sunanda case: Tharoor records statement before SDM

Sunanda case: Tharoor records statement before SDM

Rediff.com19 Jan 2014

Union Minister Shashi Tharoor on Sunday recorded his statement before the Sub-Divisional Magistrate who is investigating the death of his wife Sunanda Pushkar under mysterious circumstances in a five-star hotel.

Ford Foundation future still uncertain

Ford Foundation future still uncertain

Rediff.com29 Apr 2015

For the first time the Ford Foundation is placed under a watch.

Preserving India's democracy is not Hindus' job alone

Preserving India's democracy is not Hindus' job alone

Rediff.com16 Aug 2016

'The fabric of democracy is fraying,' says T V R Shenoy. 'It is being attacked not just by terrorists in Kashmir or by zealots in the North-East, but is being ripped apart even in Allahabad, in the Hindi heartland.'

Swiss target FIFA chief Blatter in criminal probe

Swiss target FIFA chief Blatter in criminal probe

Rediff.com26 Sep 2015

A source close to FIFA said that as Blatter has not been arrested, charged or indicted, it would probably be for him to decide whether he stays in his post until February, when he is due to step down.