News for '-murder'

Delhi: Niece held for murdering, robbing 60-year-old uncle

Delhi: Niece held for murdering, robbing 60-year-old uncle

Rediff.com2 Sep 2026

A 60-year-old man was found dead in his Rohini home after a robbery. Police have detained his niece, a primary school teacher, and two associates, including a gym trainer and a student, suspecting her to be the mastermind behind the robbery-cum-murder. Stolen cash and jewellery have been partially recovered.

Kerala Minister Condemns Brutal Mob Lynching In Palakkad

Kerala Minister Condemns Brutal Mob Lynching In Palakkad

Rediff.com16 Oct 2026

Kerala Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala has strongly condemned the alleged mob lynching of an unidentified man in Palakkad district, announcing that seven people have been arrested and a Special Investigation Team (SIT) will probe the incident. The victim, aged 35-40, remains unidentified, and the minister has sought assistance from Tamil Nadu police. The incident, which involved the victim being attacked with stones and wooden sticks, is the third alleged mob lynching reported in Palakkad in recent years.

Pitampura Stabbing: Class 9 Student Killed Over Social Media Comment

Pitampura Stabbing: Class 9 Student Killed Over Social Media Comment

Rediff.com5 days ago

A class 9 student was fatally stabbed during a Durga idol immersion procession in Pitampura, northwest Delhi, following a dispute over a social media comment made a year ago. Four juveniles have been apprehended in connection with the murder.

How a YouTube song led to Haryanvi singer Ankit Balyan's murder

How a YouTube song led to Haryanvi singer Ankit Balyan's murder

Rediff.com31 Aug 2026

Uttar Pradesh Director General of Police Rajeev Krishna revealed that the murder of Haryanvi singer Ankit Balyan was a pre-planned conspiracy involving a network linked to the Gogi gang, with attackers tracking his movements and procuring weapons in advance.

Ankita Bhandari's parents held during protest, threaten nationwide agitation

Ankita Bhandari's parents held during protest, threaten nationwide agitation

Rediff.com15 Oct 2026

The parents of Ankita Bhandari, murdered in Uttarakhand in 2022, were detained while protesting near India Gate.

Argument At Birthday Party Turns Fatal In Ludhiana

Argument At Birthday Party Turns Fatal In Ludhiana

Rediff.com4 days ago

A 35-year-old man, Rahul Sharma, was shot dead during a birthday party in Ludhiana after an argument escalated into a brawl. Police have initiated an investigation into the incident.

Ankita Bhandari's parents held during protest, threaten nationwide agitation

Ankita Bhandari's parents held during protest, threaten nationwide agitation

Rediff.com15 Oct 2026

The parents of Ankita Bhandari, murdered in Uttarakhand in 2022, were detained while protesting near India Gate.

Key Arrests In Lucknow Cafe Owner Shiva Sharma Death Case

Key Arrests In Lucknow Cafe Owner Shiva Sharma Death Case

Rediff.com6 days ago

Model Shraddha Dubey, her driver Danish, and sister Rashmi Dubey have been arrested in Nagpur in connection with the death of Lucknow cafe owner Shiva Sharma. Sharma's family alleges he was assaulted and tortured before his death, leading to a murder investigation. Dubey denies involvement, claiming Sharma jumped due to debt.

Delhi Mother Fatally Stabbed Intervening In Son's Scuffle

Delhi Mother Fatally Stabbed Intervening In Son's Scuffle

Rediff.com6 days ago

A woman in Najafgarh died after being stabbed while trying to protect her son during a scuffle. Police have arrested one individual, Satish Lamba, for her death and injuries to her son, and have also registered a separate case against the son and his friends for allegedly stabbing Lamba first. Investigations into the incident are ongoing.

Boy, father paraded naked through Kolkata streets for kissing girlfriend

Boy, father paraded naked through Kolkata streets for kissing girlfriend

Rediff.com1 hour ago

A day after a 17-year-old boy, his father and friend were paraded naked through the streets of a south Kolkata locality after he was caught kissing his girlfriend, the police arrested the girl's parents and maternal uncle on Monday.

Alirajpur Tragedy: Three Children Drown In Uncovered Illegal Sand Pit

Alirajpur Tragedy: Three Children Drown In Uncovered Illegal Sand Pit

Rediff.com12 Oct 2026

Three children, aged seven to ten, drowned in an allegedly illegal sand excavation pit filled with rainwater in Alirajpur, Madhya Pradesh, on Sunday afternoon. One person, Pintu Jamra, has been booked for culpable homicide not amounting to murder for allegedly digging the uncovered pit on government land. The incident sparked protests from the children's relatives, who blocked a road before being pacified by district officials.

Gorakhpur Police Investigate CISF Jawan's Mysterious Death

Gorakhpur Police Investigate CISF Jawan's Mysterious Death

Rediff.com7 Oct 2026

Police in Gorakhpur have launched a murder investigation into the death of a 38-year-old CISF jawan, Karamveer Yadav, whose body was found near an embankment with a severe head injury. A case was registered after the post-mortem findings, and authorities are examining evidence and the deceased's recent contacts.

Amit Shah meets Punjab drug victims' families, seeks CBI probe into deaths

Amit Shah meets Punjab drug victims' families, seeks CBI probe into deaths

Rediff.com6 days ago

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Tuesday met the families of individuals who lost their lives due to drug-related issues in Punjab, saying he had never felt so deeply saddened in life as he did while meeting them and also called out the AAP government for failing to curb the menace.

Schaeffler India CEO Arrested Over Fatal Gas Leak Incident In Pune

Schaeffler India CEO Arrested Over Fatal Gas Leak Incident In Pune

Rediff.com5 days ago

Schaeffler India CEO Harsha Kadam has been arrested in connection with a fatal gas leak at the company's Pune facility in June, which resulted in the deaths of two workers. Kadam is the eighth person arrested in the case, facing charges including culpable homicide. The incident occurred during unauthorised maintenance work on a CO2 fire suppression system.

Amit Shah Urges CBI Probe Into Punjab Drug-Related Deaths, Pledges Drug-Free State By 2029

Amit Shah Urges CBI Probe Into Punjab Drug-Related Deaths, Pledges Drug-Free State By 2029

Rediff.com6 days ago

Union Home Minister Amit Shah, during his Punjab visit, urged Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann to transfer drug-related death investigations in Sangrur and Batala to the CBI, following Mann's decision to hand over anti-drug activist Parvinder Singh Jhota's murder case to the central agency. Shah met families affected by drug-related incidents and pledged to make Punjab drug-free by December 31, 2029, calling for collective action against the menace.

Horrific Discovery: Class 9 Girl Found Dead In Dumka

Horrific Discovery: Class 9 Girl Found Dead In Dumka

Rediff.com10 Oct 2026

A Class 9 student was found dead near her home in Dumka, Jharkhand, with police suspecting she was raped and murdered. Her body was discovered on Friday night after she went missing from home. Police have launched an investigation and sent the body for post-mortem.

Ankit Balyan murder: Wife threatens self-immolation if killers not held

Ankit Balyan murder: Wife threatens self-immolation if killers not held

Rediff.com29 Aug 2026

The wife of slain Haryanvi singer and YouTuber Ankit Balyan on Friday threatened to self-immolate if the police fail to arrest her husband's killers within four days.

Is Naseeruddin Shah Right Choice To Play Salman Rushdie? VOTE!

Is Naseeruddin Shah Right Choice To Play Salman Rushdie? VOTE!

Rediff.com13 Oct 2026

Naseeruddin Shah is slated to portray acclaimed author Salman Rushdie in 27 Seconds, a stage adaptation based on Rushdie's 2024 memoir Knife: Meditations After an Attempted Murder, which details the 2022 assassination attempt on his life.

Four Juveniles Apprehended For Stabbing Man To Death In Delhi Over Old Dispute

Four Juveniles Apprehended For Stabbing Man To Death In Delhi Over Old Dispute

Rediff.com1 days ago

Four juveniles have been apprehended by Delhi Police for allegedly stabbing a 25-year-old man, Vishal, to death in Siraspur. The crime, which occurred between October 23 and 24, was reportedly an act of revenge stemming from an old dispute where Vishal had allegedly disrupted their birthday celebration months ago.

Robbery Suspected In Elderly Woman's Strangling Death In Rajasthan

Robbery Suspected In Elderly Woman's Strangling Death In Rajasthan

Rediff.com6 Oct 2026

A 70-year-old woman was found strangled to death in her home in Hattipura village, Chittorgarh, with jewellery missing from her neck. Police suspect murder with intent to rob. An investigation is underway, and a forensic team has collected evidence.

Delhi teen murdered over social media remarks; juvenile among two held

Delhi teen murdered over social media remarks; juvenile among two held

Rediff.com7 Sep 2026

A 19-year-old man was stabbed to death in northeast Delhi's Jafrabad area following a dispute over an abusive social media comment. Police have apprehended two individuals, including a juvenile, in connection with the murder. The victim and one of the accused were co-workers.

How Police Tracked Son Who Buried Mother In Kitchen Floor

How Police Tracked Son Who Buried Mother In Kitchen Floor

Rediff.com6 days ago

Odisha Police arrested a 40-year-old man from Jamshedpur for allegedly murdering his mother and burying her body in their rented house in Puri almost two months ago. The accused was tracked across multiple states after the body was discovered.

Tiger Shroff shooting: 4 accused knew of plot, used Signal app, say police

Tiger Shroff shooting: 4 accused knew of plot, used Signal app, say police

Rediff.com4 hours ago

A court in Mumbai on Monday extended till October 28 the police custody of four persons held for allegedly aiding the shooters in the Tiger Shroff firing case after investigators said they needed to collect voice samples.

Claim by Gogi gang 'member' adds new twist to Ankit Balyan murder probe

Claim by Gogi gang 'member' adds new twist to Ankit Balyan murder probe

Rediff.com27 Aug 2026

The investigation into the murder of Haryanvi singer and YouTuber Ankit Balyan in Shamli has taken a turn after a person allegedly from Sonipat and belonging to the Gogi gang claimed responsibility for the killing in a social media post, officials said on Thursday.

Domestic Dispute Turns Fatal: Son Kills Father In Dombivli

Domestic Dispute Turns Fatal: Son Kills Father In Dombivli

Rediff.com10 Oct 2026

A 70-year-old man was allegedly stabbed to death by his 32-year-old son in Dombivli, Thane district, following a domestic dispute. The incident occurred on Friday morning, and the son has been apprehended by police. A murder case has been registered, and investigations are ongoing.

Kanpur woman found murdered in chair, robbery suspected

Kanpur woman found murdered in chair, robbery suspected

Rediff.com2 Sep 2026

A 60-year-old woman, Uma Kushwaha, was found dead in her Kanpur home with signs of strangulation and scattered belongings, leading police to suspect a robbery attempt. Authorities are investigating the motive, as there were no clear signs of forced entry, and only one cupboard containing jewellery was targeted.

Union Home Minister Assures Justice To Families Affected By Punjab's Drug Menace

Union Home Minister Assures Justice To Families Affected By Punjab's Drug Menace

Rediff.com6 days ago

Union Home Minister Amit Shah visited Punjab to meet families of individuals who died in incidents linked to the state's drug menace. He assured justice to the families of Gulzar Singh, Bikramjit Singh, and anti-drug activist Parvinder Singh Jhota, who were victims of drug-related issues. The visit comes amidst a political slugfest ahead of upcoming Assembly elections, with opposition parties criticising the AAP government over the drug problem.

Husband Stabs Wife To Death In Delhi Over Family Dispute

Husband Stabs Wife To Death In Delhi Over Family Dispute

Rediff.com15 Oct 2026

A 32-year-old woman, Ruby, was allegedly stabbed to death by her husband, Vikas, in their rented house in northwest Delhi's Nihal Vihar following a family dispute. The accused fled the scene, and police have registered a murder case under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, with investigations underway to apprehend him.

Gruesome Discovery: Two Bodies Found Stuffed In Sacks In Chandauli

Gruesome Discovery: Two Bodies Found Stuffed In Sacks In Chandauli

Rediff.com4 days ago

Two unidentified bodies, bearing gunshot injuries and one with a slit throat, were discovered stuffed in sacks at separate locations in Chandauli, Uttar Pradesh, on Thursday. Police suspect the victims were killed elsewhere and dumped in the area, and are investigating the connection between the cases and the motive behind the killings.

SC grants Diwali relief to Lakhimpur violence accused Ashish Mishra

SC grants Diwali relief to Lakhimpur violence accused Ashish Mishra

Rediff.com5 hours ago

The Supreme Court has permitted Ashish Mishra, an accused in the 2021 Lakhimpur Kheri violence case and son of former Union minister Ajay Mishra, to travel to his hometown for Diwali celebrations. The court also emphasised the need for a timely conclusion of the trial, noting that 90 out of 131 witnesses have been examined and a new judge and prosecutor have been appointed.

Odisha Family Kills Abusive Alcoholic Husband

Odisha Family Kills Abusive Alcoholic Husband

Rediff.com9 Oct 2026

A woman, her son, and daughter were arrested in Odisha's Kendrapara district for allegedly murdering the husband, who was an alcoholic and frequently assaulted his family. The trio reportedly strangled him to death after he attacked his wife on Wednesday night.

Maharashtra CM Assures Swift Action In Tiger Shroff Firing Case

Maharashtra CM Assures Swift Action In Tiger Shroff Firing Case

Rediff.com7 days ago

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has assured that Mumbai Police will track down those responsible for the firing incident targeting actor Tiger Shroff, including their handlers. The police have leads and believe the accused are operating from outside Maharashtra, possibly abroad. Fadnavis also criticised the Opposition's stance on law and order.

Who will take custody of Muskan Rastogi's infant daughter?

Who will take custody of Muskan Rastogi's infant daughter?

Rediff.com14 Oct 2026

Ten-month-old Radha's future is uncertain after her mother, Muskan Rastogi, was sentenced to death for the murder of her husband, Saurabh Rajput, in the 'blue drum' case. Radha has been living with Muskan in Meerut district jail since birth, and jail authorities state there will be no immediate change due to the appeals process. The case also involves questions about Radha's paternity.

Old Rivalry Leads To Fatal Stabbing In Delhi

Old Rivalry Leads To Fatal Stabbing In Delhi

Rediff.com15 Oct 2026

Four individuals have been arrested on Thursday in southeast Delhi's Kalindi Kunj for the fatal stabbing of a 23-year-old man, Shahid Hussain, who was recently released from jail. The murder is believed to be a result of an old rivalry stemming from an altercation inside Tihar Jail in 2025. Police are searching for other absconding accused.

TN student's murder linked to exposing campus drug trafficking

TN student's murder linked to exposing campus drug trafficking

Rediff.com14 Aug 2026

A 19-year-old mechatronics engineering student was brutally murdered in Coimbatore, leading to a political controversy in Tamil Nadu. While his family alleges he was targeted for exposing drug abuse on campus, police and college management claim the attack stemmed from personal enmity and a retaliatory clash. Eight arrests have been made, and the issue was raised in the Legislative Assembly, with the Opposition demanding an inquiry into the conflicting narratives.

Insufficient Evidence Leads To Acquittal In Bahraich Poisoning Death

Insufficient Evidence Leads To Acquittal In Bahraich Poisoning Death

Rediff.com17 Oct 2026

A local court in Bahraich has acquitted Ankita Jaiswal and Dilip Kumar Patel in a 2021 poisoning case that led to the death of a two-year-old and illness of four others. The court found circumstantial evidence insufficient. Ankita had been jailed since August 2021 and received free legal aid.

Pannun murder plot: US court to announce sentence on Nov 20

Pannun murder plot: US court to announce sentence on Nov 20

Rediff.com12 Aug 2026

A US federal court has postponed the sentencing of Nikhil Gupta, who admitted guilt in a plot to assassinate Sikh separatist Gurpatwant Singh Pannun, to November 20. The delay was requested by the "intended murder victim" to allow for their participation in the sentencing hearing.

Odisha Police Arrest Tribal Activists Over Mining Protest Clash

Odisha Police Arrest Tribal Activists Over Mining Protest Clash

Rediff.com6 days ago

Two tribal rights activists, Dr Randall Sequeira and Laxman Naik, have been arrested in Odisha's Rayagada district in connection with a six-month-old clash during an anti-mining protest. While police claim the activists instigated tribals to attack security personnel, a civil society group has condemned the arrests, alleging they are an attempt to suppress protests for tribal rights over natural resources. The activists face serious charges including attempt to murder and rioting.

Bombay HC flags Sachin Waze's use of luxury cars, 5-star hotel stays

Bombay HC flags Sachin Waze's use of luxury cars, 5-star hotel stays

Rediff.com8 Oct 2026

The Bombay High Court questioned former assistant police inspector Sachin Waze's use of high-end cars and extended hotel stays, linking it to extortion allegations. The court is hearing an NIA appeal against Waze's bail in the Antilia bomb scare and Mansukh Hiran murder case, with the NIA arguing against his release due to potential tampering and past conduct.

Justice Sought For Slain Anti-Drug Activist Parvider Singh Jhota In Mansa

Justice Sought For Slain Anti-Drug Activist Parvider Singh Jhota In Mansa

Rediff.com17 Oct 2026

Anti-drug activist Parvider Singh Jhota was shot dead in Mansa on October 13. His family and supporters are refusing to cremate his body until their demands for justice, including a CBI probe and resignations of top officials, are met. The incident has triggered political protests and condemnation across Punjab, with various leaders visiting the protest site and the SGPC announcing a tribute.