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Haryana police book Punjab ex-DGP, wife in son's death case

Haryana police book Punjab ex-DGP, wife in son's death case

Rediff.com21 Oct 2025

Haryana Police have booked former Punjab DGP Mohammad Mustafa, his wife Razia Sultana, and two others in connection with the death of their son, Akil Akhter, who died under suspicious circumstances in Panchkula. An SIT has been formed to investigate the case following social media posts by the deceased alleging threats to his life.

Terror accused stabbed to death in Faridabad jail

Terror accused stabbed to death in Faridabad jail

Rediff.com9 Feb 2026

Terror accused Abdul Rehman was murdered in Neemla Jail in Faridabad following a fight with another inmate, Arun Chaudhary, who allegedly stabbed him with a sharp weapon. Police are investigating the incident.

Rohit Shetty firing case: Shooter among 7 held; main accused at large

Rohit Shetty firing case: Shooter among 7 held; main accused at large

Rediff.com16 Feb 2026

The crime branch had arrested Aditya Gayaki (19), Siddharth Yenpure (20), Samarth Pomaji (18), Swapnil Sakat (23) and Asaram Fasale, who had allegedly provided a scooter and other logistic support and weapons to the shooter, the official said.

Haryana ex-DGP Kapoor appointed as ITBP chief; Praveen Kumar to head BSF

Haryana ex-DGP Kapoor appointed as ITBP chief; Praveen Kumar to head BSF

Rediff.com15 Jan 2026

Former Haryana Police chief Shatrujeet Singh Kapoor has been appointed as the director general of the Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP). He succeeds Praveen Kumar, who has been named the new head of the Border Security Force (BSF).

Aamir Khan Moves In With Gauri Spratt

Aamir Khan Moves In With Gauri Spratt

Rediff.com22 Jan 2026

Aamir Khan on Gauri Spratt: 'In my heart, I'm already married to her'

White collar terror module: Kashmir starts profiling mosques, madrasas

White collar terror module: Kashmir starts profiling mosques, madrasas

Rediff.com13 Jan 2026

Authorities in Kashmir have initiated a profiling process of mosques, madrassas, and individuals associated with their management following the exposure of a 'white collar' terror module. The enumeration drive focuses on the finances of these institutions and the backgrounds of their personnel.

Treat singers promoting gang culture as criminals: Haryana DGP

Treat singers promoting gang culture as criminals: Haryana DGP

Rediff.com23 Nov 2025

Haryana DGP O P Singh has directed police officers to treat singers who promote gang lifestyles through music and videos as criminals and take strict legal action against them. This directive comes as part of an ongoing effort to curb the promotion of gun culture and violence in the state.

Red car suspected to be linked to Delhi blast accused seized

Red car suspected to be linked to Delhi blast accused seized

Rediff.com12 Nov 2025

Delhi Police has issued an alert across Delhi and neighboring states to locate a red Ford EcoSport car suspected to be linked to the Red Fort blast case.

Teen's death on basketball court: 'Unknown persons' booked

Teen's death on basketball court: 'Unknown persons' booked

Rediff.com7 Dec 2025

Haryana Police have registered a first information report (FIR) against unknown persons based on a complaint lodged by the family of a teenage basketball player, who died after the iron pole of a basketball hoop fell on him during practice in Rohtak district last month, an official said on Sunday.

Haryana police forms SIT to probe Prof Mahmudabad case

Haryana police forms SIT to probe Prof Mahmudabad case

Rediff.com22 May 2025

Acting on the Supreme Court's direction, Haryana's Director General of Police Shatrujeet Kapur has constituted a Special Investigation Team (SIT) to investigate two FIRs against Ashoka University associate professor Ali Khan Mahmudabad. The SIT, headed by Additional Director General of Police (Crime) Mamta Singh, will include Superintendent of Police (Karnal) Ganga Ram Punia and Superintendent of Police (STF, Gurugram) Vikrant Bhushan. The SIT will expeditiously complete the investigation and submit a report at the earliest. Mahmudabad was arrested on May 18 for his social media posts on Operation Sindoor, which were alleged to have endangered the sovereignty and integrity of the country. The Supreme Court granted him interim bail on Thursday, but refused to stay the investigation.

Delhi blast: NIA nabs eighth accused, a J-K doc, over harbouring bomber

Delhi blast: NIA nabs eighth accused, a J-K doc, over harbouring bomber

Rediff.com9 Dec 2025

The accused, identified as Dr Bilal Naseer Malla, a resident of Jammu and Kashmir's Baramulla, was nabbed by an NIA team from Delhi.

NIA arrests owner of car involved in Red Fort blast

NIA arrests owner of car involved in Red Fort blast

Rediff.com16 Nov 2025

In a major breakthrough in the Red Fort area car bomb blast case, the National Investigation Agency has arrested a Kashmir resident who had allegedly conspired with 'suicide bomber' Dr Umar Un Nabi to carry out the terror attack, which claimed 13 lives.

Delhi police beefs up security after car blast, arms recovery

Delhi police beefs up security after car blast, arms recovery

Rediff.com10 Nov 2025

Delhi Police have increased security measures across the city following the recovery of suspected ammonium nitrate and arms in Faridabad, Haryana. The heightened security includes increased surveillance at border points and sensitive zones.

Red Fort blast: Dr Shaheen Saeed taken to Faridabad for plot recreation

Red Fort blast: Dr Shaheen Saeed taken to Faridabad for plot recreation

Rediff.com28 Nov 2025

Shaheen was taken to Faridabad to corroborate some leads the NIA learnt to have known during interrogation of other suspects and the seventh accused Soyab, a resident of Dhauj in Faridabad.

Haryana DGP sent on leave amid IPS officer's suicide row

Haryana DGP sent on leave amid IPS officer's suicide row

Rediff.com14 Oct 2025

In an eight-page "final note," purportedly left behind by Kumar, he accused eight senior IPS officers, including Kapur and Bijarniya, of "blatant caste-based discrimination, targeted mental harassment, public humiliation and atrocities."

Police detains Faridabad car dealer in Red Fort blast case

Police detains Faridabad car dealer in Red Fort blast case

Rediff.com12 Nov 2025

A car dealer from Faridabad has been detained in connection with the Red Fort blast case. Delhi Police has directed second-hand car dealers to verify and share details of recent vehicle sales.

Op Sindoor case: Ashoka University prof moves SC for passport release

Op Sindoor case: Ashoka University prof moves SC for passport release

Rediff.com27 Oct 2025

Ashoka University professor Ali Khan Mahmudabad, previously booked for social media posts, has petitioned the Supreme Court for the release of his passport, a condition of his bail. The court will consider the plea on November 18.

Haryana top cop found dead at home, suicide suspected

Haryana top cop found dead at home, suicide suspected

Rediff.com7 Oct 2025

Senior Haryana police officer Y Puran Kumar was found dead with a gunshot wound at his Chandigarh home. Police suspect suicide. He was the inspector general, Police Training Centre, in Sunaria, Rohtak.

Docs, cleric, businessmen: Meet 'Group of 7' held for Delhi blast

Docs, cleric, businessmen: Meet 'Group of 7' held for Delhi blast

Rediff.com12 Nov 2025

According to police, the group of seven used "encrypted channels for indoctrination, coordination, movement, and logistics."

If you are Dalit, you can be...: Rahul on Haryana IPS officer's suicide

If you are Dalit, you can be...: Rahul on Haryana IPS officer's suicide

Rediff.com14 Oct 2025

Gandhi said there was a lot of pressure on Kumar's family, particularly his two daughters.

Haryana seeks CBI probe into death of Punjab ex-DGP's son

Haryana seeks CBI probe into death of Punjab ex-DGP's son

Rediff.com23 Oct 2025

The Haryana government has requested a CBI investigation into the death of Aqil Akhter, son of former Punjab DGP Mohammad Mustafa. The case involves allegations of foul play and a complaint filed by a family acquaintance.

'Why Would A Doctor Become A Suicide Bomber?'

'Why Would A Doctor Become A Suicide Bomber?'

Rediff.com21 Nov 2025

'Why would a highly qualified doctor with a promising future choose to wage war against his own country?'

Woman with AK-47 among 3 docs arrested with 2900 kg of explosives

Woman with AK-47 among 3 docs arrested with 2900 kg of explosives

Rediff.com10 Nov 2025

The Jammu and Kashmir Police has unearthed an interstate and transnational terror module of Jaish-e-Mohamamd and Ansar Ghazwat-ul-Hind outfits by arresting seven persons, including two doctors, and recovering arms and ammunition, officials said in Srinagar on Monday.

9 killed, 20 injured in car blast near Red Fort

9 killed, 20 injured in car blast near Red Fort

Rediff.com11 Nov 2025

The police sounded a high alert in Delhi. Seven fire tenders were rushed to the spot with police cordoning off the area, the Delhi Fire Services said.

Modi minister Chirag talks to Shah, seeks probe into IPS officer's suicide

Modi minister Chirag talks to Shah, seeks probe into IPS officer's suicide

Rediff.com10 Oct 2025

Lok Janshakti Party (Ram Vilas) president Chirag Paswan demands a time-bound and impartial probe into the death of IPS officer Y Puran Kumar, alleging caste oppression and harassment within the administrative system. He has spoken to Union Home Minister Amit Shah and Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini regarding the matter.

Haryana ASI's suicide note seeks probe into late IPS officer's assets

Haryana ASI's suicide note seeks probe into late IPS officer's assets

Rediff.com16 Oct 2025

Haryana Police have registered an abetment of suicide case following the death of ASI Sandeep Kumar Lathar, who left behind a note and video alleging corruption against a deceased IPS officer. The case follows the recent suicide of IG Puran Kumar, with authorities urging against politicizing the incidents.

Haryana IPS suicide: Wife asks why DGP not named in FIR

Haryana IPS suicide: Wife asks why DGP not named in FIR

Rediff.com10 Oct 2025

The wife of a senior Haryana police officer who allegedly committed suicide has questioned the FIR filed in the case, citing incomplete information and seeking amendments to include all accused and reflect appropriate sections of the SC/ST Act.

Haryana IPS officer's suicide note alleges anti-Dalit bias, names DGP

Haryana IPS officer's suicide note alleges anti-Dalit bias, names DGP

Rediff.com9 Oct 2025

A senior Haryana Police officer's suspected suicide has sparked controversy after a note he left behind accused senior officers of harassment and caste-based discrimination. His wife has demanded an FIR against the state police chief.

ED chargesheets Elvish Yadav, singer Fazilpuria in money laundering case

ED chargesheets Elvish Yadav, singer Fazilpuria in money laundering case

Rediff.com16 Oct 2025

The Enforcement Directorate has filed a chargesheet against YouTuber Elvish Yadav, singer Rahul Yadav (Fazilpuria), and others, accusing them of money laundering related to wildlife crimes involving protected snakes and lizards.

SIT formed to probe Haryana IPS officer's suicide

SIT formed to probe Haryana IPS officer's suicide

Rediff.com10 Oct 2025

Chandigarh Police has formed a Special Investigation Team (SIT) to investigate the suicide case of Haryana police officer Y Puran Kumar, ensuring a prompt and thorough investigation.

India celebrates Diwali with fervour, Delhi AQI worsens

India celebrates Diwali with fervour, Delhi AQI worsens

Rediff.com20 Oct 2025

Buildings were decorated with colourful lights and earthen lamps dotted houses as people across the country thronged temples and celebrated Diwali with pomp on Monday.

Why We Must Worry About India's Human Rights Record

Why We Must Worry About India's Human Rights Record

Rediff.com18 Oct 2025

In May, 40 Rohingyas were blindfolded and flown to the Andaman and Nicobar islands and then thrown into the sea and made to swim to an island in Myanmar. And after the Pahalgam attack, at least 300 Muslims were 'pushed back' to Bangladesh from Assam.

Disha Patani Firing: 'Goldy Brar Wants To Spread Fear'

Disha Patani Firing: 'Goldy Brar Wants To Spread Fear'

Rediff.com18 Sep 2025

'I hope they will not try to test the zero-tolerance policy of Uttar Pradesh government.'

IPS officer's wife claims harassment led to his suicide

IPS officer's wife claims harassment led to his suicide

Rediff.com9 Oct 2025

The wife of a Haryana Police officer who allegedly died by suicide has claimed his death was the result of 'systematic persecution' by high-ranking officers and has filed a complaint requesting an FIR be registered.

Focus on Ashoka Univ prof's SM posts, don't seize gadgets: SC

Focus on Ashoka Univ prof's SM posts, don't seize gadgets: SC

Rediff.com16 Jul 2025

The Supreme Court has questioned the line of investigation adopted by the Haryana SIT in the case of an Ashoka University professor booked for social media posts, stating that it "misdirected itself."

Robert Vadra received Rs 58 cr as 'proceeds of crime' in land deal: ED

Robert Vadra received Rs 58 cr as 'proceeds of crime' in land deal: ED

Rediff.com10 Aug 2025

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has alleged that Robert Vadra, husband of Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, provided evasive responses during questioning regarding a 2008 land deal in Haryana. The ED claims Vadra placed blame on deceased associates and exerted undue influence on government officials.

Will Language Politics Help Didi Win 4th Term?

Will Language Politics Help Didi Win 4th Term?

Rediff.com14 Aug 2025

Will Mamata's bhasha andolan campaign sway Bengal's bhadralok before the 2026 election in the TMC's favour?

SC extends bail to Ashoka university professor, bars posts on FIR

SC extends bail to Ashoka university professor, bars posts on FIR

Rediff.com29 May 2025

The Supreme Court of India has extended the interim bail of Ashoka University professor Ali Khan Mahmudabad, who was arrested for contentious social media posts on Operation Sindoor. The court, however, restrained him from posting anything online with respect to the cases against him, stating that there was no impediment on his right to speech and expression. The court directed the Special Investigation Team (SIT) to furnish the investigation report on the next date of hearing.

Two women among 12 held so far in 3 states on espionage charges

Two women among 12 held so far in 3 states on espionage charges

Rediff.com19 May 2025

While six of them have been held from Punjab, five were nabbed from neighbouring Haryana, and one from Uttar Pradesh.

'Have they totally lost it?': Ashoka univ prof's arrest sparks outrage

'Have they totally lost it?': Ashoka univ prof's arrest sparks outrage

Rediff.com19 May 2025

Mahmudabad, head of the political science department at the private university, was arrested on Sunday after two FIRs were lodged on stringent charges, including endangering sovereignty and integrity, for his social media posts related to Operation Sindoor, police and his lawyer said.