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What's Vijay Doing In New Delhi?

What's Vijay Doing In New Delhi?

Rediff.com28 May 2026

During the meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Vijay raised concerns, including rendering Tamil Thai Vazhthu at the beginning of government events, opposition to Karnataka's proposed Mekedatu dam project, the release of Tamil Nadu fishermen detained by Sri Lanka, and the establishment of a key defence research facility in the state.

Delhi Police Personnel Swiftly Rescue Man From Suicide Attempt In Ghazipur

Delhi Police Personnel Swiftly Rescue Man From Suicide Attempt In Ghazipur

Rediff.com7 Jun 2026

Delhi Police personnel swiftly intervened to rescue a 22-year-old man who attempted suicide by hanging himself in Ghazipur. The man was found locked in his room, and officers broke in to prevent the tragedy, later arranging medical care and counselling.

Delhi hotel fire: Cook arrested as probe points to safety lapses

Delhi hotel fire: Cook arrested as probe points to safety lapses

Rediff.com6 Jun 2026

Delhi Police have arrested the cook of a south Delhi hotel where a fire killed 21 people, alleging his negligence contributed to the blaze. The ongoing investigation is also scrutinising safety violations, unauthorised expansion, and the roles of the owner and an absconding associate in the tragedy.

Usha-Presented DGC Junior Golf Tournament Fosters Young Talent

Usha-Presented DGC Junior Golf Tournament Fosters Young Talent

Rediff.com5 days ago

India's promising young golfers, including Rakshit Dahiya, Yogya Bhalla, and Ranveer Mitroo, are participating in the DGC Junior/Sub-Junior Golf Tournament in New Delhi. The three-day event, presented by Usha, features 162 golfers aged 7 to 21, with a focus on inclusivity by supporting underprivileged players.

Modi to flag off India's first hydrogen train from Jind on July 17

Modi to flag off India's first hydrogen train from Jind on July 17

Rediff.com5 days ago

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is likely to flag off the country's first hydrogen train from the Jind railway station in Haryana on July 17, sources in the railway ministry said.

Police Probe Death Of Man Found Hanging In Delhi Home

Police Probe Death Of Man Found Hanging In Delhi Home

Rediff.com3 Jun 2026

A 32-year-old man was found hanging in his home in Old Mustafabad, northeast Delhi. His live-in partner reported a quarrel the previous night where he allegedly inflicted injuries on himself. Police are investigating, and the deceased's brother does not suspect foul play.

Delhi Police Returns Hundreds Of Recovered Mobile Phones

Delhi Police Returns Hundreds Of Recovered Mobile Phones

Rediff.com30 May 2026

The Delhi Police returned 532 recovered lost and stolen mobile phones to their owners under 'Operation Vishwas'. The event included cyber crime and drug abuse awareness sessions.

Delhi to scrap B&B policy after deadly hotel fire

Delhi to scrap B&B policy after deadly hotel fire

Rediff.com3 Jun 2026

The announcement comes after a massive fire ripped through the Flourish Stay B&B on Wednesday morning, leaving 21 people dead, including 11 foreign nationals, and several injured.

Young Man Fatally Stabbed In Delhi's New Usmanpur Area

Young Man Fatally Stabbed In Delhi's New Usmanpur Area

Rediff.com2 Jun 2026

A 26-year-old man was stabbed to death in northeast Delhi's New Usmanpur area early Tuesday morning. Police have identified the victim as Lalit and have launched an investigation into the murder.

Deadly fire puts Delhi's patient hotel hub under lens

Deadly fire puts Delhi's patient hotel hub under lens

Rediff.com4 Jun 2026

A devastating fire at a bed and breakfast hotel in Malviya Nagar, South Delhi, has claimed 21 lives, including foreign nationals. The incident has brought intense scrutiny to the densely packed area, a popular hub for patients seeking affordable accommodation near Max Hospital, raising serious concerns about fire safety compliance and building norms in such establishments.

How Delhi Customs Foiled Rs 2.1 Crore Hydroponic Weed Smuggling Bid

How Delhi Customs Foiled Rs 2.1 Crore Hydroponic Weed Smuggling Bid

Rediff.com6 Jun 2026

Customs officials at Delhi's IGI Airport seized over 6 kg of hydroponic weed, valued at Rs 2.1 crore, from an Indian passenger arriving from Bangkok. The high-potency cannabis was found during baggage screening, leading to a case under the NDPS Act.

How Delhi Police Cracked Illegal Firearms Supply Ring

How Delhi Police Cracked Illegal Firearms Supply Ring

Rediff.com30 May 2026

Delhi Police have dismantled an illegal firearms supply network linked to a robbery attempt at a liquor shop in Paharganj, arresting one man and uncovering the supply chain of the weapon used in the crime.

Delhi High Court Refuses Anticipatory Bail In Rs 1 Crore Crypto Fraud

Delhi High Court Refuses Anticipatory Bail In Rs 1 Crore Crypto Fraud

Rediff.com9 Jun 2026

The Delhi High Court denied anticipatory bail to a man accused in an organised cyber fraud case involving the transfer of approximately Rs 1 crore in cryptocurrency. The court emphasised the need for custodial interrogation to unearth the larger conspiracy and recover the cheated amount.

Delhi Police Arrest Man For Airport Metro Cable Theft

Delhi Police Arrest Man For Airport Metro Cable Theft

Rediff.com31 May 2026

Delhi Police have arrested a 29-year-old man for allegedly stealing copper cables and damaging security equipment along the Airport Express Metro Line near Buddha Jayanti Park.

Doctor Convicted For Dowry Death Of Wife In Delhi

Doctor Convicted For Dowry Death Of Wife In Delhi

Rediff.com2 Jun 2026

A Delhi court has convicted a doctor from Bihar for the dowry death of his wife, who died of poisoning shortly after their marriage in 2014, due to dowry-related harassment.

Key Manipur Insurgent Commander Arrested In Delhi: Details

Key Manipur Insurgent Commander Arrested In Delhi: Details

Rediff.com28 May 2026

Security forces have arrested Haobijam Dilip Singh, a key commander of the banned Manipuri insurgent outfit Kangleipak Communist Party, in Delhi. The arrest led to the seizure of a large cache of arms, ammunition, and explosives in Manipur's Kakching district.

Himanshu Bhau Gang Member Arrested After Delhi Encounter

Himanshu Bhau Gang Member Arrested After Delhi Encounter

Rediff.com31 May 2026

An alleged member of the Himanshu Bhau gang, wanted in four criminal cases, was arrested after a brief exchange of fire with police in outer Delhi's Mundka area.

Amit Shah Bids Farewell To IB Chief

Amit Shah Bids Farewell To IB Chief

Rediff.com5 days ago

On Tuesday, July 7, Intelligence Bureau Director Tapan Kumar Deka was accorded a farewell by Union Home Minister Amit Shah in New Delhi.

Delhi CM vows action against illegal buildings after Saket tragedy

Delhi CM vows action against illegal buildings after Saket tragedy

Rediff.com31 May 2026

Following a building collapse in Delhi's Saket area that resulted in six fatalities, Chief Minister Rekha Gupta has pledged stringent measures against unauthorised constructions and the officials responsible. She has ordered surveys of unsafe buildings and assured support for the affected families.

Two Juveniles Held For Delhi Stabbing With Ice Pick

Two Juveniles Held For Delhi Stabbing With Ice Pick

Rediff.com30 May 2026

Two juveniles have been apprehended for allegedly stabbing a 22-year-old man with an ice pick following an argument in northeast Delhi's Welcome area, police said.

Passenger Arrested At Delhi Airport For Smuggling Rs 1.42 Crore Hydroponic Weed

Passenger Arrested At Delhi Airport For Smuggling Rs 1.42 Crore Hydroponic Weed

Rediff.com9 Jun 2026

Customs officials at Delhi's Indira Gandhi International (IGI) Airport intercepted a passenger from Bangkok and seized 4.045 kg of suspected hydroponic weed, valued at Rs 1.42 crore. The passenger has been booked under the NDPS Act, and further investigation is ongoing to determine the source and recipients.

Delhi Police Nab Gogi Gang Member After Year-Long Manhunt

Delhi Police Nab Gogi Gang Member After Year-Long Manhunt

Rediff.com2 Jun 2026

Delhi Police's Special Cell has arrested a wanted member of the Gogi gang in Sonipat, Haryana, after he evaded arrest for over a year in connection with an extortion case. Baljit, 39, was a proclaimed offender in a 2025 case registered in Rohini.

Mamata in Delhi for INDIA bloc huddle amid split scare, meets Kejriwal

Mamata in Delhi for INDIA bloc huddle amid split scare, meets Kejriwal

Rediff.com7 Jun 2026

23 political parties of the INDIA bloc will meet on Monday to redraw their strategy to take on the BJP and iron out differences amid changed power dynamics after the defeat of regional anchors TMC and DMK in the recent assembly polls.

Delhi Man Killed After Cigarette Argument; Juveniles Held

Delhi Man Killed After Cigarette Argument; Juveniles Held

Rediff.com29 May 2026

A 26-year-old man was fatally stabbed in Delhi following a dispute over a cigarette. Police have apprehended three juveniles in connection with the incident.

Delhi fire: Police hunt for hotel manager after owner blames him

Delhi fire: Police hunt for hotel manager after owner blames him

Rediff.com4 Jun 2026

Delhi Police are searching for hotel manager Jai Mishra following a devastating fire that killed 21 people in Malviya Nagar. Hotel owner Lavkesh Bajaj has been arrested and claims Mishra managed the hotel and held the licenses. Investigators are probing potential licensing violations, as the hotel allegedly operated 25 rooms with permission for only six.

US terror accused surviving on soy milk seeks American diet in Tihar jail

US terror accused surviving on soy milk seeks American diet in Tihar jail

Rediff.com5 days ago

A Delhi court is considering a plea from US citizen Matthew Aaron Van Dyke, an alleged mercenary accused in a terror conspiracy case, who is seeking an "American diet" in Tihar prison due to his inability to tolerate the standard spicy Indian prison food. He reportedly undertook a 50-day hunger strike, consuming only liquids.

Delhi fire: Trip to see ailing relative turns fatal for 3

Delhi fire: Trip to see ailing relative turns fatal for 3

Rediff.com4 Jun 2026

A routine visit to Delhi turned into a devastating tragedy for a Rajasthan family, losing three members along with five Gurugram relatives in the Malviya Nagar guest house fire. The incident, which claimed 21 lives, highlights severe safety lapses at the five-floor building.

Minor Arrested After Delhi Restaurant Shooting

Minor Arrested After Delhi Restaurant Shooting

Rediff.com27 May 2026

A minor boy has been apprehended for shooting at a 17-year-old student at a restaurant in southeast Delhi's Amar Colony area after the victim objected to a youth brushing past his chair, police said on Wednesday.

Why Delhi University Students Are Protesting Exam Schedule

Why Delhi University Students Are Protesting Exam Schedule

Rediff.com27 May 2026

Students affiliated with the All India Students' Association (AISA) protested against Delhi University's decision to conduct examinations on Eid-ul-Azha, alleging manhandling by security personnel. The university has stated that exams will proceed as scheduled, despite criticism and a High Court order offering relief only to law students.

Delhi CM Orders Transparent Implementation Of Welfare Schemes

Delhi CM Orders Transparent Implementation Of Welfare Schemes

Rediff.com27 May 2026

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta has instructed officials to ensure the transparent and timely implementation of welfare schemes announced in the budget. She also appealed to the public to take precautions during the ongoing heatwave.

Two Bodies Found In Central Delhi: Police Investigate

Two Bodies Found In Central Delhi: Police Investigate

Rediff.com28 May 2026

Police in Delhi are investigating the discovery of two bodies in the Rajinder Nagar area. Senior officers are at the scene conducting an inquiry, and further details are expected to be released soon.

Wangchuk's health worsens further as fast enters 15th day

Wangchuk's health worsens further as fast enters 15th day

Rediff.com1 days ago

Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk's health has deteriorated significantly on the 15th day of his indefinite hunger strike at Jantar Mantar, where the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) is protesting alleged examination irregularities. Wangchuk's blood pressure has dropped and he has lost 7.8 kg, while the protest is drawing support from political leaders and public intellectuals.

21, mostly foreigners, killed in massive fire at Delhi hotel

21, mostly foreigners, killed in massive fire at Delhi hotel

Rediff.com4 Jun 2026

The building suffered extensive damage in the fire, with debris, shattered glass and burnt materials strewn in the vicinity. A large crowd gathered near the site as authorities cordoned off the spot and diverted traffic to facilitate rescue operations.

Delhi Watchman Killing: Police Investigate Planned Murder

Delhi Watchman Killing: Police Investigate Planned Murder

Rediff.com27 May 2026

Police in Delhi suspect the killing of a 60-year-old watchman was a planned murder, not a spontaneous act of road rage. The victim was repeatedly run over by an SUV with no number plate, and investigators are exploring possible motives including attempted theft and previous enmity.

Cow Smuggler Nabbed After Shootout On Delhi-Mumbai Expressway

Cow Smuggler Nabbed After Shootout On Delhi-Mumbai Expressway

Rediff.com2 Jun 2026

Nuh police arrested a cow smuggler after a brief encounter on the Delhi-Mumbai Expressway. The smuggler was shot in the legs during crossfire, while his accomplices fled.

Locals protest Delhi teen's murder, jam roads

Locals protest Delhi teen's murder, jam roads

Rediff.com2 Jun 2026

Residents of Chhatarpur, Delhi, protest the murder of a 17-year-old, demanding justice and stricter punishment for the accused, including trying a juvenile as an adult.

Two Arrested In Delhi Revenge Killing Case

Two Arrested In Delhi Revenge Killing Case

Rediff.com27 May 2026

Delhi Police have arrested two men in connection with the revenge murder of a 22-year-old man in the Welcome area. The victim was shot dead earlier this month near Shyam Lal College. The accused confessed to their involvement, revealing the murder was retaliation for a previous killing.

Locals break glass windows to save lives in Delhi hotel inferno

Locals break glass windows to save lives in Delhi hotel inferno

Rediff.com3 Jun 2026

A devastating fire at a bed-and-breakfast in South Delhi's Malviya Nagar has killed at least 21 people, including foreign nationals. Eyewitnesses describe heroic efforts by local residents who broke windows, used blankets, and spread mattresses to help patrons escape the inferno, with some jumping from upper floors.

Delhi Police Nab Suspect In Anand Parbat Murder Case

Delhi Police Nab Suspect In Anand Parbat Murder Case

Rediff.com28 May 2026

Delhi Police have arrested the prime suspect and apprehended a juvenile in connection with the murder of a 21-year-old man in Delhi's Anand Parbat area. The victim, Sagar, was allegedly killed due to a past rivalry.

Delhi University Halts St Stephen's Ex-Principal's Absorption

Delhi University Halts St Stephen's Ex-Principal's Absorption

Rediff.com29 May 2026

Delhi University has directed St Stephen's College to halt the absorption of former principal John Varghese into the English department, citing violations of UGC regulations and procedural errors.