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Delhi Police Bust LPG Hoarding Operation, Agency Owner Arrested

Delhi Police Bust LPG Hoarding Operation, Agency Owner Arrested

Rediff.com26 Mar 2026

Delhi Police arrested a gas agency owner for allegedly hoarding and black marketing LPG cylinders, seizing 459 cylinders in a raid.

14 Detained Following Violent Clash at Maharajganj LPG Agency

14 Detained Following Violent Clash at Maharajganj LPG Agency

Rediff.com18 Mar 2026

Police in Maharajganj, Uttar Pradesh, have detained 14 people after a violent clash erupted at an HP gas agency due to a dispute over gas bookings.

Lucknow Gas Agency Booked for Illegal LPG Cylinder Storage

Lucknow Gas Agency Booked for Illegal LPG Cylinder Storage

Rediff.com15 Mar 2026

An FIR has been filed against a gas agency in Lucknow for allegedly illegally storing domestic LPG cylinders and attempting to sell them on the black market.

Pune Gas Agency Under Scrutiny for Illegally Stocking LPG Cylinders Amid Shortage Fears

Pune Gas Agency Under Scrutiny for Illegally Stocking LPG Cylinders Amid Shortage Fears

Rediff.com13 Mar 2026

A gas agency in Pimpri Chinchwad, Pune, is under investigation after authorities discovered 57 illegally stocked LPG cylinders, amidst concerns about potential shortages due to the West Asia crisis.

Trump orders federal agencies to stop using Anthropic AI

Trump orders federal agencies to stop using Anthropic AI

Rediff.com28 Feb 2026

He accused the firm of trying to interfere with how the US military operates and threatened further action if it does not cooperate during a six-month phase-out period.

Agencies bust 8,000 mule accounts in J-K; warn of terror funding risk

Agencies bust 8,000 mule accounts in J-K; warn of terror funding risk

Rediff.com15 Feb 2026

Security agencies have uncovered a vast network of 'mule accounts' in Jammu and Kashmir used to launder money for global scams, raising concerns about potential links to separatist activities.

ED Intensifies Coal Scam Probe with Raids on I-PAC Executives

ED Intensifies Coal Scam Probe with Raids on I-PAC Executives

Rediff.com1 days ago

The Enforcement Directorate conducted raids on executives of political consultancy firm I-PAC and others in connection with a money laundering case linked to an alleged coal scam in West Bengal.

NIA probes US citizen, six Ukrainians in cross-border terror plot

NIA probes US citizen, six Ukrainians in cross-border terror plot

Rediff.com2 days ago

The National Investigation Agency (NIA) is investigating a US citizen and six Ukrainians for a terror conspiracy involving suspected links to ethnic rebel groups in India and Myanmar, including allegations of providing drone training.

Delhi Simulates Hostile Attack in City-Wide Civil Defence Drill

Delhi Simulates Hostile Attack in City-Wide Civil Defence Drill

Rediff.com1 days ago

A large-scale civil defence mock drill was conducted across Delhi, simulating a hostile attack scenario to test preparedness and response systems.

Assam Rifles Enhances CISF Drone Awareness and Response Capabilities

Assam Rifles Enhances CISF Drone Awareness and Response Capabilities

Rediff.com1 days ago

The Assam Rifles conducted a drone awareness and training session for CISF personnel, focusing on drone identification, threat assessment, and response measures.

Indian-Origin Tech Leader Mangala Kuppa Named CIO of US Department of Labour

Indian-Origin Tech Leader Mangala Kuppa Named CIO of US Department of Labour

Rediff.com3 days ago

Mangala Kuppa, an Indian-origin technology leader, has been appointed as the Chief Information Officer (CIO) of the US Department of Labour, after serving in an acting capacity since October. She also serves as the department's Chief Artificial Intelligence Officer.

Blast outside BJP headquarters in Chandigarh, NIA team rushed

Blast outside BJP headquarters in Chandigarh, NIA team rushed

Rediff.com2 days ago

An explosion occurred outside the Punjab BJP headquarters in Chandigarh, prompting an investigation by police and the National Investigation Agency. A crude device is suspected to have been used, causing damage to a scooter parked nearby.

Home Ministry Explains Use of Open-Source Intelligence for Security

Home Ministry Explains Use of Open-Source Intelligence for Security

Rediff.com3 days ago

The Home Ministry has informed a parliamentary committee that security agencies utilise open-source intelligence, including social media, for information gathering, ensuring no privacy breach as personal data is not collected.

Chandigarh Police Identify Suspects in BJP Office Blast Case

Chandigarh Police Identify Suspects in BJP Office Blast Case

Rediff.com15 hours ago

Chandigarh police have identified two suspects in connection with the recent blast outside the Punjab BJP headquarters. Investigations are ongoing to apprehend the individuals involved in the incident, which occurred on Wednesday.

TMC Alleges BJP's 'Desperate Bid' to Disrupt Election Campaign After I-PAC Raids

TMC Alleges BJP's 'Desperate Bid' to Disrupt Election Campaign After I-PAC Raids

Rediff.com1 days ago

The Trinamool Congress (TMC) has accused the BJP of orchestrating raids on premises linked to I-PAC executives to disrupt their election campaign in West Bengal, alleging vendetta politics and interference in the electoral process.

Delhi car blast: NIA granted 45-day extension to conclude probe

Delhi car blast: NIA granted 45-day extension to conclude probe

Rediff.com7 days ago

A Delhi court has granted the National Investigation Agency (NIA) a 45-day extension to complete its investigation into the blast near the Red Fort on November 10 of last year. The court also extended the judicial custody of several accused individuals.

Indian Man Hurt by Shrapnel After UAE Intercepts Drone

Indian Man Hurt by Shrapnel After UAE Intercepts Drone

Rediff.com2 days ago

An Indian national sustained injuries from shrapnel after a drone was intercepted by the UAE's air defence system. This incident follows similar events involving injuries and fatalities to Indian nationals in the region due to intercepted missiles and drones.

Pakistani Gangster Charged in Grenade Attack on YouTuber's Home

Pakistani Gangster Charged in Grenade Attack on YouTuber's Home

Rediff.com1 days ago

The NIA has filed charges against two accused, including Pakistani gangster Shehzad Bhatti, in connection with last year's grenade attack on YouTuber Roger Sandhu's house in Jalandhar.

NASA launches historic Artemis II mission to Moon after 50 years

NASA launches historic Artemis II mission to Moon after 50 years

Rediff.com1 days ago

A crew of four astronauts boarded their spacecraft for the landmark flight, which represents a major milestone in lunar exploration.

Chandigarh Police Identify Suspects in BJP Office Blast Case

Chandigarh Police Identify Suspects in BJP Office Blast Case

Rediff.com8 hours ago

Chandigarh police have identified two suspects in connection with the blast outside the Punjab BJP headquarters. The suspects, identified as Gurtej Singh and Amanpreet Singh, are currently being sought by authorities. The incident occurred on Wednesday, with no reported casualties.

Rahul Gandhi Alleges BJP-LDF Alliance in Kerala Amidst Corruption Claims

Rahul Gandhi Alleges BJP-LDF Alliance in Kerala Amidst Corruption Claims

Rediff.com25 Mar 2026

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has accused the BJP and LDF in Kerala of colluding, citing the lack of action by central agencies against Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan despite corruption allegations.

Delhi car blast: ED re-arrests Al Falah chief in Rs 45-cr land fraud case

Delhi car blast: ED re-arrests Al Falah chief in Rs 45-cr land fraud case

Rediff.com7 days ago

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has re-arrested Jawad Ahmad Siddiqui, chairman of the Al Falah Group, in connection with a money laundering case involving the fraudulent acquisition of land in Delhi. This is Siddiqui's second arrest by the ED, following a previous case related to cheating students at his educational institutions.

NIA Rejects Sachin Waze's Plea in Antilia Bomb Scare Case

NIA Rejects Sachin Waze's Plea in Antilia Bomb Scare Case

Rediff.com4 days ago

The NIA has opposed former policeman Sachin Waze's discharge plea in the Antilia bomb scare and Mansukh Hiren murder case, stating he was directly involved in the crime.

15,000 Crore Restored to Investors in PACL Ponzi Scheme

15,000 Crore Restored to Investors in PACL Ponzi Scheme

Rediff.com4 days ago

The Enforcement Directorate has restored assets worth over 15,000 crore to a Supreme Court-appointed committee for distribution to investors defrauded in the PACL (Pearls Group) Ponzi scheme.

Indian killed in Iranian strike on Kuwait power plant

Indian killed in Iranian strike on Kuwait power plant

Rediff.com4 days ago

An Indian worker was killed in an attack on a power and water desalination plant in Kuwait, according to Kuwait's Ministry of Electricity, Water and Renewable Energy.

Delhi police seal UNI office; action sparks media freedom debate

Delhi police seal UNI office; action sparks media freedom debate

Rediff.com20 Mar 2026

Delhi Police sealed the office of news agency UNI following a high court order, leading to allegations of media suppression and manhandling of staff.

Bengal coal scam: ED seeks officers' details from 10 stations

Bengal coal scam: ED seeks officers' details from 10 stations

Rediff.com7 days ago

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) is investigating potential links between police officers and illegal coal smuggling operations in West Bengal, seeking details of officers in charge of multiple police stations.

Navi Mumbai Man Arrested in Fake Land Document Scam

Navi Mumbai Man Arrested in Fake Land Document Scam

Rediff.com14 hours ago

A 59-year-old man has been arrested in Navi Mumbai for allegedly creating fake documents to facilitate the illegal sale of a plot of land reserved for public use.

More Ministries May Get Online Content Blocking Powers

More Ministries May Get Online Content Blocking Powers

Rediff.com2 days ago

'We are considering this to ensure swift action on content for which the respective ministries have domain experts and can better determine the illegality of the content or the web site that needs to be taken down.'

Pakistan foils terror plots with 36 militant arrests in Punjab

Pakistan foils terror plots with 36 militant arrests in Punjab

Rediff.com6 days ago

Pakistani law enforcement agencies have arrested 36 militants in Punjab province, averting major terror plots.

Thane Man Duped in Russia Job Scam: How to Avoid Employment Fraud

Thane Man Duped in Russia Job Scam: How to Avoid Employment Fraud

Rediff.com4 days ago

A carpenter from Thane was allegedly cheated of 2.92 lakh by three individuals who promised him a job in Russia but provided a temporary visa and strenuous work instead.

Enforcement Directorate Attaches 270 Crore in Assets Linked to Rajendra Lodha

Enforcement Directorate Attaches 270 Crore in Assets Linked to Rajendra Lodha

Rediff.com4 days ago

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has attached land parcels and other immovable assets worth over 270 crore as part of its money laundering investigation against Rajendra Lodha, former director of Lodha Developers.

Blast Outside Punjab BJP Headquarters Sparks Security Concerns

Blast Outside Punjab BJP Headquarters Sparks Security Concerns

Rediff.com2 days ago

An explosion outside the Punjab BJP headquarters in Chandigarh caused panic and prompted an investigation by the National Investigation Agency. No casualties were reported, but the incident has raised concerns about security and law and order in the region.

Crude Device Blast at Punjab BJP Office Raises Security Concerns

Crude Device Blast at Punjab BJP Office Raises Security Concerns

Rediff.com2 days ago

A blast outside the Punjab BJP headquarters in Chandigarh caused panic and prompted an investigation by the National Investigation Agency. No casualties were reported, but the incident has raised serious concerns about security and law and order in the region.

Agencies flag 'crypto hawala' pipeline funding terror in J-K

Agencies flag 'crypto hawala' pipeline funding terror in J-K

Rediff.com18 Jan 2026

Mirroring the traditional hawala system, where money is sent through non-banking channels, this digital version uses the anonymity of unregulated cryptocurrency to erase the financial trail and inject cash into the domestic economy.

NIA Intensifies Red Fort Blast Investigation with J&K Raids

NIA Intensifies Red Fort Blast Investigation with J&K Raids

Rediff.com23 Mar 2026

The National Investigation Agency (NIA) conducted searches at multiple locations in Jammu and Kashmir as part of its investigation into the Red Fort car bomb blast case.

Iran claims 'over 500 US troops targeted' in Dubai; US reacts

Iran claims 'over 500 US troops targeted' in Dubai; US reacts

Rediff.com6 days ago

Amidst escalating tensions in West Asia, Iran claims to have inflicted heavy casualties on US forces in Dubai, a claim vehemently denied by the US Central Command, raising concerns about regional stability.

Indian Citizen Dies in Kuwait Attack: Embassy Offers Support

Indian Citizen Dies in Kuwait Attack: Embassy Offers Support

Rediff.com4 days ago

An Indian national has been killed in Kuwait following Iranian strikes on a power and water desalination plant. The Indian Embassy is providing assistance and coordinating with Kuwaiti authorities.

ED Files Chargesheet Against Former Reliance Communications President in Loan Fraud Case

ED Files Chargesheet Against Former Reliance Communications President in Loan Fraud Case

Rediff.com7 days ago

The Enforcement Directorate has filed a chargesheet against former Reliance Communications president Punit Garg and another individual in connection with a money laundering probe linked to an alleged Rs 40,000 crore bank loan fraud.

Former CRPF DIG Sentenced to Jail in Constable Recruitment Bribery Case

Former CRPF DIG Sentenced to Jail in Constable Recruitment Bribery Case

Rediff.com6 days ago

A CBI court in Lucknow sentenced a former CRPF DIG and two others to three years in jail for a 2009 bribery case related to constable recruitment.