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Father, son among 3 killed as speeding Audi rams their bike

Father, son among 3 killed as speeding Audi rams their bike

Rediff.com8 Feb 2026

A tragic road accident in Rewa, Madhya Pradesh, claimed the lives of three people, including a father and son, when a speeding car struck their motorcycle as they were distributing wedding invitations.

Pak gangster posts video of Gurdaspur cop killing; TTK owns responsibility

Pak gangster posts video of Gurdaspur cop killing; TTK owns responsibility

Rediff.com4 days ago

A Pakistan-based gangster posted a video on social media purportedly showing the killing of a police officer in Gurdaspur, near the Indo-Pak border. A terror outfit has claimed responsibility for the incident, prompting a thorough investigation by Punjab Police.

Agra man murders lover, chops up body, throws head in canal

Agra man murders lover, chops up body, throws head in canal

Rediff.com28 Jan 2026

The deceased woman has been identified as Minki Sharma (30), who was an HR manager in a private company at its office in Agra, and was allegedly in a relationship with Vinay, who worked as an accountant in the same company.

Mumbai: Parapet segment of Metro bridge crashes; 1 dead, 3 injured

Mumbai: Parapet segment of Metro bridge crashes; 1 dead, 3 injured

Rediff.com15 Feb 2026

The incident took place around 12:20pm on the arterial LBS Road in front of Johnson and Johnson factory in Mulund area.

Court clears release of 'O' Romeo', rejects gangster's daughter plea

Court clears release of 'O' Romeo', rejects gangster's daughter plea

Rediff.com7 Feb 2026

Sanober Shaikh emphasised that the movie's theme is entirely based on her deceased father, who has been "portrayed as a gangster"

Tiger found dead in MP reserve, toll rises to 10 since Jan 1

Tiger found dead in MP reserve, toll rises to 10 since Jan 1

Rediff.com17 Feb 2026

An adult tiger with a radio collar was found dead in the Rani Durgavati Tiger Reserve in Madhya Pradesh, India, prompting concerns about the safety and management of the reserve. The death, attributed to a territorial fight, has led to allegations of negligence and calls for investigation.

Widow entitled to maintenance from father-in-law's estate: SC

Widow entitled to maintenance from father-in-law's estate: SC

Rediff.com13 Jan 2026

The Supreme Court of India has ruled that a widow is entitled to claim maintenance from her father-in-law's estate under Hindu law, regardless of when her husband died.

Ajit Pawar identified by wristwatch at Baramati crash site

Ajit Pawar identified by wristwatch at Baramati crash site

Rediff.com29 Jan 2026

Eyewitnesses identified Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar at the site of a plane crash in Pune district by his wristwatch. The crash of the Learjet resulted in multiple fatalities, including the pilot, co-pilot, PSO, and flight attendant. An investigation is underway.

Four of family among 6 killed in wild elephants' attack in Jharkhand

Four of family among 6 killed in wild elephants' attack in Jharkhand

Rediff.com13 Feb 2026

Six people, including four members of a family, were trampled to death by a herd of wild elephants in Hazaribag district, Jharkhand. The elephants had been roaming the area for days, and villagers were warned, but attempts to flee proved fatal. Compensation has been initiated for the victims' families.

Biker dies after falling into 15-feet-deep pit dug by DJB in Delhi

Biker dies after falling into 15-feet-deep pit dug by DJB in Delhi

Rediff.com6 Feb 2026

This incident comes weeks after the death of 27-year-old software engineer Yuvraj Mehta, who drowned after his car fell into a waterlogged pit near a construction site in Noida Sector 150 on the intervening night of January 16 and 17.

Delhi shopkeeper stabbed to death after refusing to charge phone

Delhi shopkeeper stabbed to death after refusing to charge phone

Rediff.com9 Feb 2026

A man was allegedly stabbed to death in Delhi after refusing to let three men charge their mobile phone at his auto repair shop. Police have arrested two suspects and recovered the weapon.

7 killed in major fire at two Bengal godowns, several missing

7 killed in major fire at two Bengal godowns, several missing

Rediff.com26 Jan 2026

A fire in two godowns in West Bengal's South 24 Parganas district resulted in at least seven deaths and several missing persons. Rescue operations are underway to clear the debris and ascertain the full extent of the tragedy.

'NCP-SP, Pawar family totally in the dark on Sunetra's cabinet entry'

'NCP-SP, Pawar family totally in the dark on Sunetra's cabinet entry'

Rediff.com31 Jan 2026

Sunetra Pawar, who is not a member of either house of the Maharashtra legislature, will be elected as leader of the legislature wing of the Nationalist Congress Party at a meeting in Mumbai on Saturday, after which she is likely to take oath as deputy CM.

Biker death: Sub-contractor held for failing to report fall

Biker death: Sub-contractor held for failing to report fall

Rediff.com7 Feb 2026

Delhi government suspends officials suspected of negligence after a motorcyclist died falling into a pit dug by the Delhi Jal Board in Janakpuri. An investigation is underway, and FIRs have been filed against the DJB and the contractor.

Days after biker's death, open manhole kills labourer in Delhi

Days after biker's death, open manhole kills labourer in Delhi

Rediff.com11 Feb 2026

A labourer died after falling into an uncovered manhole in Delhi's Rohini area, marking the second such incident in the city within a week.

Winter Olympics! IOC disqualifies Ukraine skeleton star over helmet

Winter Olympics! IOC disqualifies Ukraine skeleton star over helmet

Rediff.com12 Feb 2026

Ukrainian skeleton racer Vladyslav Heraskevych was disqualified from the Milano Cortina Winter Games for wearing a helmet depicting Ukrainian athletes killed in the war with Russia. The IOC offered alternative ways to honor the athletes, but Heraskevych's team plans to appeal the decision.

Don't let god's blessing of wealth turn into curse, HC tells Sunjay Kapur's mother, wife

Don't let god's blessing of wealth turn into curse, HC tells Sunjay Kapur's mother, wife

Rediff.com10 Feb 2026

The Delhi High Court has urged the family of the late industrialist Sunjay Kapur, including his mother, wife, and other relatives, to resolve their estate dispute peacefully, emphasizing the importance of family relations and preventing financial wealth from becoming a source of conflict.

10 killed, dozen injured in school shooting in Canada

10 killed, dozen injured in school shooting in Canada

Rediff.com11 Feb 2026

A tragic school shooting in Tumbler Ridge, British Columbia, has left ten dead, including the suspected gunman, prompting an ongoing investigation by Canadian authorities.

Cong MP's nephew kills self after 'accidentally' shooting wife dead

Cong MP's nephew kills self after 'accidentally' shooting wife dead

Rediff.com22 Jan 2026

Congress MP Shaktisinh Gohil's nephew and his wife died in an apparent accidental shooting and subsequent suicide at their residence in Ahmedabad. Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the incident.

Occultist promises 'dhanvarsha', poisons 3 to death

Occultist promises 'dhanvarsha', poisons 3 to death

Rediff.com11 Feb 2026

The police said Kamruddin convinced the three victims to perform a special "pooja" for 'dhanvarsha' and instructed them to arrange Rs 2 lakh in cash along with liquor and cold drinks for the ritual.

Assam publishes final voters list, drops over 2.43 lakh names

Assam publishes final voters list, drops over 2.43 lakh names

Rediff.com10 Feb 2026

The Election Commission of India has published the final voters list for Assam after a Special Revision, deleting over 2.43 lakh names from the draft roll. The final roll comprises nearly 2.49 crore voters, a decrease of 0.97 per cent from the draft roll.

Young son performs last rites of Ajit Pawar's PSO

Young son performs last rites of Ajit Pawar's PSO

Rediff.com29 Jan 2026

The last rites of Vidip Jadhav, the Personal Security Officer to Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar, who died in the Baramati plane crash, were performed in Satara district.

Agniveer returning home on leave found dead in Rajasthan

Agniveer returning home on leave found dead in Rajasthan

Rediff.com23 Jan 2026

The body of a 22-year-old Agniveer, Pushpendra Singh, was found near his village in Rajasthan's Bharatpur district. Police suspect a road accident.

Patna NEET aspirant death: Semen traces point to rape, say police

Patna NEET aspirant death: Semen traces point to rape, say police

Rediff.com25 Jan 2026

Police investigating the death of a NEET aspirant in Patna have found traces of semen on her clothes, suggesting a possible sexual assault. The investigation continues with DNA profiling and scrutiny of crucial documents.

O'Romeo: The Real Story Of Hussain Ustara And Sapna

O'Romeo: The Real Story Of Hussain Ustara And Sapna

Rediff.com10 Feb 2026

In O'Romeo, Shahid Kapoor plays dreaded gangster Hussain Ustara, whose life has been touched upon in S Hussain Zaidi and Jane Borges' book Mafia Queens.

Three guards die of asphyxiation at UP factory; family alleges foul play

Three guards die of asphyxiation at UP factory; family alleges foul play

Rediff.com13 Jan 2026

Two of the guards were found dead in the factory premises on Tuesday morning, while the third, who was in a critical condition, was taken to the government medical college where he died during treatment, they said.

Noida techie death: Car pulled out of pit after 3 days

Noida techie death: Car pulled out of pit after 3 days

Rediff.com20 Jan 2026

The car of a 27-year-old software engineer who died after his vehicle plunged into a water-filled pit in Noida has been recovered after a three-day operation.

'Something happened behind curtains': Raut on Ajit Pawar's death

'Something happened behind curtains': Raut on Ajit Pawar's death

Rediff.com2 Feb 2026

Ajit's uncle and NCP-SP chief Sharad Pawar, however, has urged people not to politicise the death of his nephew.

Sunetra Pawar set to become Maha's first woman deputy CM

Sunetra Pawar set to become Maha's first woman deputy CM

Rediff.com31 Jan 2026

Sunetra Pawar, widow of late Ajit Pawar, is set to be sworn in as Maharashtra's first woman Deputy Chief Minister, replacing her husband in the state cabinet. Her appointment follows a meeting of the NCP legislature wing where she is expected to be named as its leader.

Ajit Pawar was keen on NCP merger before death, claims close aide

Ajit Pawar was keen on NCP merger before death, claims close aide

Rediff.com30 Jan 2026

A close associate of Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar claims that Pawar was actively pursuing a merger of the two Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) factions before his death. The associate, Kiran Gujar, stated that Pawar had indicated the merger was imminent just days before a fatal plane crash.

'His phone rang all night, but police didn't act': Delhi biker's kin

'His phone rang all night, but police didn't act': Delhi biker's kin

Rediff.com6 Feb 2026

The family of a 25-year-old man who died after falling into a pit in Delhi alleges negligence by authorities, claiming their pleas for help were ignored during a desperate overnight search.

Baramati crash due to 'missed approach', says aircraft owner

Baramati crash due to 'missed approach', says aircraft owner

Rediff.com29 Jan 2026

The owner of VSR Ventures, whose aircraft carrying Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar crashed, suggests the pilot initiated a 'missed approach' due to poor visibility. The owner vouches for the pilot's experience and the aircraft's maintenance.

'Never Thought This Would Be Last Time I Met Ajit Pawar'

'Never Thought This Would Be Last Time I Met Ajit Pawar'

Rediff.com29 Jan 2026

'Deeply shocked and terribly heartbroken to learn that we have lost Ajit Dada in a tragic accident.'

US: Indian-origin man kills wife, relatives over family dispute

US: Indian-origin man kills wife, relatives over family dispute

Rediff.com24 Jan 2026

An Indian national was among the four victims of a shooting incident in Lawrenceville, Georgia, linked to a family dispute. The suspect has been arrested, and the Indian consulate is providing assistance to the family.

Sunetra Pawar gets 3 ministries, Fadnavis keeps finance

Sunetra Pawar gets 3 ministries, Fadnavis keeps finance

Rediff.com31 Jan 2026

Newly-appointed Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Sunetra Pawar has been allocated the portfolios of State Excise Duty, Sports and Youth Affairs and Minorities Development and Aukaf.

Swing collapses at Surajkund fair in Faridabad, cop dies, operator held

Swing collapses at Surajkund fair in Faridabad, cop dies, operator held

Rediff.com8 Feb 2026

The tragedy struck the 39th Surajkund International Crafts Mela on Saturday evening, when about 19 people were riding the swing before it suddenly tilted and then crashed onto the ground.

Delhi police crack murder case with AI help

Delhi police crack murder case with AI help

Rediff.com20 Jan 2026

Delhi Police solved the murder of a woman in Shalimar Bagh using AI to enhance CCTV footage, leading to the arrest of three men from Bihar. The victim was a key witness in her husband's murder case.

Dalit woman doctor ends life after colleague refuses to marry over caste

Dalit woman doctor ends life after colleague refuses to marry over caste

Rediff.com6 Jan 2026

A 23-year-old Dalit house surgeon in Siddipet district allegedly died by suicide after being betrayed by a senior resident doctor who refused to marry her due to caste differences. Police have arrested the accused and registered a case under the BNS and SC/ST Act.

Kerala man found dead after his video of misbehaviour with woman on bus goes viral

Kerala man found dead after his video of misbehaviour with woman on bus goes viral

Rediff.com19 Jan 2026

A woman passenger travelling on the bus in which Deepak was seated had recorded a video alleging that he misbehaved with her, a relative told reporters.

Indian woman killed in US, ex-boyfriend flees to India

Indian woman killed in US, ex-boyfriend flees to India

Rediff.com5 Jan 2026

A 27-year-old Indian woman, Nikitha Godishala, was found murdered in Maryland. Police are searching for her ex-boyfriend, Arjun Sharma, who they believe killed her and fled to India.