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Young Woman's Death in Old Delhi Sparks Investigation

Young Woman's Death in Old Delhi Sparks Investigation

Rediff.com12 Mar 2026

A 23-year-old woman was found dead under suspicious circumstances near a hotel in old Delhi, prompting a police investigation into the cause of death.

Delhi Census 2027: Self-Enumeration Sees Strong Response

Delhi Census 2027: Self-Enumeration Sees Strong Response

Rediff.com11 May 2026

Over 93,000 individuals in Delhi have participated in the self-enumeration exercise for Census 2027, with North East, South West, and North West Delhi districts leading in registrations. The initiative, part of a broader census effort, allows residents to submit household details online, contributing to the overall data collection process.

Dowry Death Case: Delhi Woman's Frantic Calls Before Death

Dowry Death Case: Delhi Woman's Frantic Calls Before Death

Rediff.com3 days ago

A 25-year-old woman's family alleges dowry harassment and foul play after she died from a fall in Delhi. Her final calls for help haunt them as police investigate.

Man Held For Knife Attack On Army Jawan In Delhi Bus

Man Held For Knife Attack On Army Jawan In Delhi Bus

Rediff.com1 May 2026

A man has been arrested for allegedly attacking an Army personnel with a knife on a bus near Old Delhi Railway Station. The accused, identified as Ganesh, is a vagabond and allegedly confessed to the crime during interrogation.

How Delhi Police Cracked An IPhone Snatching Ring

How Delhi Police Cracked An IPhone Snatching Ring

Rediff.com14 May 2026

Delhi Police have arrested three individuals involved in a mobile phone snatching and disposal racket, primarily targeting iPhone users. The operation led to the recovery of 66 stolen mobile phones and exposed a network involved in selling stolen devices in grey markets.

How Delhi Police Cracked An IPhone Snatching Ring

How Delhi Police Cracked An IPhone Snatching Ring

Rediff.com14 May 2026

Delhi Police have arrested three individuals involved in a mobile phone snatching and disposal racket, primarily targeting iPhone users. The operation led to the recovery of 66 stolen mobile phones and exposed a network involved in selling stolen devices in grey markets.

Delhi Man Arrested After Fleeing 1998 Murder Conviction

Delhi Man Arrested After Fleeing 1998 Murder Conviction

Rediff.com30 Apr 2026

A 52-year-old man convicted of killing a rickshaw puller in 1998 was arrested by Delhi Police after failing to surrender following the dismissal of his appeal by the Delhi High Court in 2025.

Two Arrested For Cyber Fraud In Delhi: How They Did It

Two Arrested For Cyber Fraud In Delhi: How They Did It

Rediff.com11 May 2026

Delhi Police have arrested two individuals from Jharkhand for allegedly defrauding a 65-year-old man of over Rs 10 lakh through a cyber fraud involving APK files.

Delhi High Court Advocate Dies In Suspected Suicide

Delhi High Court Advocate Dies In Suspected Suicide

Rediff.com20 Apr 2026

A 26-year-old Delhi High Court advocate died after allegedly jumping from the 15th floor of a hotel in New Delhi's Connaught Place area, police said.

Delhi High Court Lawyer Dies After Hotel Fall

Delhi High Court Lawyer Dies After Hotel Fall

Rediff.com20 Apr 2026

A 26-year-old Delhi High Court advocate, Rajesh Singh, died after allegedly jumping from the 15th floor of a hotel in New Delhi's Connaught Place area on Sunday night, according to police reports.

Woman's Death at Hotel Sparks Investigation

Woman's Death at Hotel Sparks Investigation

Rediff.com2 Apr 2026

A 40-year-old woman from Delhi died under suspicious circumstances at a five-star hotel in Pantnagar. Police are investigating the incident and have taken her business associate into custody for questioning.

How Gaurav Gill Conquered The South India Rally

How Gaurav Gill Conquered The South India Rally

Rediff.com17 Apr 2026

Gaurav Gill marked his return to rally action with a dominant performance at the 49th South India Rally, showcasing his skill and precision.

IPL 2026: Priyansh Arya And Cooper Connolly's Explosive Knocks Help Punjab Kings Demolish LSG

IPL 2026: Priyansh Arya And Cooper Connolly's Explosive Knocks Help Punjab Kings Demolish LSG

Rediff.com19 Apr 2026

Priyansh Arya and Cooper Connolly smashed entertaining half-centuries as Punjab Kings overpowered Lucknow Super Giants by 54 runs in the IPL 2026 match in Mullanpur, New Chandigarh, on Sunday.

Delhi Businessman, 80, Ends Life Amid Health Struggles

Delhi Businessman, 80, Ends Life Amid Health Struggles

Rediff.com7 Apr 2026

An 80-year-old man in Delhi died by suicide, reportedly due to health issues and personal loss. Police investigation is underway.

Delhi Police Nab Two Suspects in Student Stabbing Near Ajmeri Gate

Delhi Police Nab Two Suspects in Student Stabbing Near Ajmeri Gate

Rediff.com23 Mar 2026

Two individuals, including a juvenile, have been arrested for allegedly stabbing a student near Ajmeri Gate in Delhi after he finished an exam. The suspects were apprehended while attempting to flee the city.

Delhi High Court Rejects Amputation Compensation Plea

Delhi High Court Rejects Amputation Compensation Plea

Rediff.com29 Mar 2026

The Delhi High Court has rejected a compensation plea from a railway passenger who lost both hands after falling from a train in 2015, citing discrepancies in the incident's location and timing.

Delhi Man Allegedly Orchestrates Robbery of Father for Lavish Spending

Delhi Man Allegedly Orchestrates Robbery of Father for Lavish Spending

Rediff.com1 Apr 2026

A 21-year-old man in Delhi allegedly orchestrated a robbery with two associates to steal 10 lakh from his father to fund a lavish lifestyle. All three suspects have been arrested, and the stolen cash and scooter used in the crime have been recovered.

How Delhi Police Busted an International Arms Trafficking Syndicate

How Delhi Police Busted an International Arms Trafficking Syndicate

Rediff.com25 Mar 2026

Delhi Police dismantled a major international arms trafficking module with links to Pakistan, Nepal, and Bangladesh, arresting 10 operatives and recovering a cache of foreign-made weapons.

DU Student Arrested for Murdering Woman Over Marriage Pressure

DU Student Arrested for Murdering Woman Over Marriage Pressure

Rediff.com13 Mar 2026

Delhi Police have arrested a 24-year-old Delhi University student for allegedly strangling a woman to death in a hotel room in Old Delhi after she pressured him to marry her.

Delhi Man Burgles Own Home to Repay Stock Market Debt

Delhi Man Burgles Own Home to Repay Stock Market Debt

Rediff.com19 Mar 2026

A 24-year-old man in Delhi was arrested with his friend for allegedly staging a burglary at his own home to repay debts incurred from stock market trading.

Woman Found Dead in Delhi Hotel; Murder Investigation Launched

Woman Found Dead in Delhi Hotel; Murder Investigation Launched

Rediff.com12 Mar 2026

A young woman was found dead in a Delhi hotel room under suspicious circumstances, leading police to launch a murder investigation and search for a male suspect.

Delhi Man Killed by Train While Pursuing Mobile Phone Thief

Delhi Man Killed by Train While Pursuing Mobile Phone Thief

Rediff.com6 Mar 2026

A 22-year-old man was killed by a train in Delhi while chasing a snatcher who allegedly stole his mobile phone. Police are investigating the incident and reviewing CCTV footage to identify the suspect.

8 Of India's Most Famous Eidgahs

8 Of India's Most Famous Eidgahs

Rediff.com19 Mar 2026

A space designated or reserved for communal Eid day prayers, year after year is called an Eidgah or an Idgah and many an Indian city has a landmark, historic Eidgah.

'Mother waited for him': Groom-to-be among 2 killed in Delhi bus crash

'Mother waited for him': Groom-to-be among 2 killed in Delhi bus crash

Rediff.com25 Mar 2026

A late-night bus accident in Delhi, allegedly caused by reckless driving, resulted in two fatalities and numerous injuries, raising concerns about road safety and driver negligence.

Delhi Man Killed by Train While Pursuing Mobile Phone Thief

Delhi Man Killed by Train While Pursuing Mobile Phone Thief

Rediff.com10 Mar 2026

A man in Delhi died after being hit by a train while chasing a snatcher who stole his mobile phone at Shahdara railway station. Police have arrested the accused and the receiver of the stolen phone.

Eid celebrated in India with prayers, protests

Eid celebrated in India with prayers, protests

Rediff.com21 Mar 2026

Eid al-Fitr was celebrated across India with prayers for peace and brotherhood, alongside protests condemning US-Israel actions in West Asia.

T20 World Cup: Late injury drama: Siraj replaces injured Harshit Rana

T20 World Cup: Late injury drama: Siraj replaces injured Harshit Rana

Rediff.com7 Feb 2026

Indian pacer Mohammed Siraj is likely to replace Harshit Rana in the T20 World Cup squad after Rana sustained an injury during a warm-up match against South Africa.

Where To Watch Gustaakh Ishq On OTT

Where To Watch Gustaakh Ishq On OTT

Rediff.com27 Jan 2026

The poetic love story Gustaakh Ishq has started streaming on JioHotstar.

'Record the phone call, I am killing your sister': Husband to Delhi commando's brother

'Record the phone call, I am killing your sister': Husband to Delhi commando's brother

Rediff.com29 Jan 2026

A Delhi Police SWAT commando died after allegedly being brutally assaulted by her husband, who reportedly announced the killing during a phone call with the victim's brother. The family alleges prolonged torture and dowry harassment.

Elderly Delhi resident duped of over Rs 2 cr in cyber fraud

Elderly Delhi resident duped of over Rs 2 cr in cyber fraud

Rediff.com15 Jan 2026

Five individuals, including an electronic repair shop owner and a DJ operator, have been arrested for allegedly defrauding a 78-year-old Delhi resident of over Rs 2.19 crore through a sophisticated cyber fraud involving impersonation of law enforcement officials and a 'digital arrest'.

When Turkman Gate Was Demolished In 1976

When Turkman Gate Was Demolished In 1976

Rediff.com8 Jan 2026

A legend that sprang up after the Turkman Gate killing is that when the shrine is disturbed, the government will fall, as it happened with the Indira Gandhi government.

'Cinema Has A Limited Imagination Of Delhi'

'Cinema Has A Limited Imagination Of Delhi'

Rediff.com16 Dec 2025

'A majority of filmmakers cannot truly understand the city because they don't live here,' says Anusha Rizvi, Director, The Great Shamsuddin Family.

Rename Delhi as Indraprastha, build Pandavas' statue: BJP MP

Rename Delhi as Indraprastha, build Pandavas' statue: BJP MP

Rediff.com1 Nov 2025

'The Old Delhi railway station should be renamed Indraprastha Railway Station. Indira Gandhi International Airport should be renamed Indraprastha Airport. A prominent statue of the Pandavas should be established at key locations in Delhi'

'There Was Chaos At Every Gate'

'There Was Chaos At Every Gate'

Rediff.com6 Dec 2025

Flyers faced a double blow as air fares on Air India flights out of Delhi and those of SpiceJet soared past Rs 1 lakh one-way on some routes, and even those showed 'sold out' despite the airlines adding capacity.

Gustaakh Ishq Review: Must Watch

Gustaakh Ishq Review: Must Watch

Rediff.com28 Nov 2025

Gustaakh Ishq feels like a cinematic revival of everything we once loved about Urdu story-telling, observes Syed Firdaus Ashraf.

Rahul Gandhi makes imarti, laddoos in Diwali video

Rahul Gandhi makes imarti, laddoos in Diwali video

Rediff.com20 Oct 2025

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi posted a video of himself making sweets at the famous Ghantewala shop in Delhi, greeting people on Diwali and asking them how they are celebrating the festival.

'How will I survive now?' asks father of Delhi blast victim

'How will I survive now?' asks father of Delhi blast victim

Rediff.com13 Nov 2025

A father mourns the loss of his only son in the Red Fort blast, highlighting the devastating impact on families and the community's response.

'Sorry mummy': Delhi boy dies after jumping in front of metro, blames...

'Sorry mummy': Delhi boy dies after jumping in front of metro, blames...

Rediff.com20 Nov 2025

A 16-year-old Delhi schoolboy committed suicide, leaving a note blaming teachers for mental harassment. He requested his organs be donated and urged that no other child suffer as he did.

Usain Bolt Sprints Through Delhi's Spice Market

Usain Bolt Sprints Through Delhi's Spice Market

Rediff.com30 Sep 2025

Usain Bolt turned the centuries-old rooftop, once a stage for spice trading, kite flying, and festivals, into a relay of champions.

Delhi blast: Tattoos, torn clothes help families identify victims

Delhi blast: Tattoos, torn clothes help families identify victims

Rediff.com12 Nov 2025

In the aftermath of the Red Fort blast, families identified their loved ones through tattoos and clothing. The blast claimed at least 12 lives and injured many others.