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BSF Head Constable Found Dead in Samba District Camp

BSF Head Constable Found Dead in Samba District Camp

Rediff.com7 days ago

A Border Security Force (BSF) jawan allegedly committed suicide inside a camp in Samba district of Jammu and Kashmir, prompting a police investigation.

Punjab Police and BSF Uncover Pakistan-Linked Drug Smuggling Operation

Punjab Police and BSF Uncover Pakistan-Linked Drug Smuggling Operation

Rediff.com1 days ago

Punjab Police, in collaboration with the Border Security Force, dismantled a cross-border drug smuggling operation, arresting three individuals and seizing a significant quantity of heroin, cash, and a drone used for deliveries from Pakistan.

Gurugram Police Uncover Philippines-Linked Cyber-Fraud Operation

Gurugram Police Uncover Philippines-Linked Cyber-Fraud Operation

Rediff.com5 hours ago

Gurugram police have dismantled a cyber-fraud gang with links to the Philippines, arresting a key operative involved in the distribution of illegal SIM boxes used for cybercrimes.

Kadian and Damani set up CCI Snooker Classic Final Showdown

Kadian and Damani set up CCI Snooker Classic Final Showdown

Rediff.com2 days ago

Digvijay Kadian of Punjab will face Brijesh Damani of Petroleum Sports Promotion Board in the final of the CCI Snooker Classic after both recorded semifinal victories.

Newly Married Couple Nabbed with Heroin in Himachal Hotel Raid

Newly Married Couple Nabbed with Heroin in Himachal Hotel Raid

Rediff.com5 days ago

A newly married couple was arrested in Sundernagar, Himachal Pradesh, for possession of 'chitta' (adulterated heroin) and cash, following a police raid on a hotel based on a tip-off about drug trafficking.

PM Modi to Assess Energy Security Amid Middle East Unrest

PM Modi to Assess Energy Security Amid Middle East Unrest

Rediff.com1 days ago

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will chair a meeting with senior ministers to assess the petroleum, power, and fertiliser sectors in light of the ongoing situation in West Asia, focusing on ensuring uninterrupted supply and stable logistics.

IIT Kharagpur Director Calls for Calcutta University to Embrace Global Knowledge Sharing

IIT Kharagpur Director Calls for Calcutta University to Embrace Global Knowledge Sharing

Rediff.com7 hours ago

IIT Kharagpur Director Suman Chakraborty urged Calcutta University to become a key player in a globally networked knowledge ecosystem during the university's convocation. He emphasised the importance of knowledge sharing, curiosity, and leveraging science and technology to solve problems.

UP ATS Arrests Man in Fake Aadhaar Card Manufacturing Case

UP ATS Arrests Man in Fake Aadhaar Card Manufacturing Case

Rediff.com4 days ago

The Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) of Uttar Pradesh Police has arrested a man in Sant Kabir Nagar for his alleged involvement in a gang manufacturing forged Aadhaar cards. The arrest is linked to a larger investigation into a fake Aadhaar card racket uncovered in Lucknow.

Speeding Jeep Accident Injures 26 Labourers in Nagpur District

Speeding Jeep Accident Injures 26 Labourers in Nagpur District

Rediff.com7 days ago

Twenty-six labourers, including nine women, were injured when a speeding pick-up jeep overturned near the Wardha River in Nagpur district. The vehicle was reportedly overcrowded and the driver lost control, leading to the accident.

Why Security Forces are Sweeping Rajouri, Doda, and Poonch Districts

Why Security Forces are Sweeping Rajouri, Doda, and Poonch Districts

Rediff.com5 days ago

Security forces have initiated extensive search operations in the Rajouri, Doda, and Poonch districts of Jammu and Kashmir following reports of suspected terrorist activity in the region.

PM Modi to Assess Energy Security Amid Middle East Unrest

PM Modi to Assess Energy Security Amid Middle East Unrest

Rediff.com1 days ago

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will chair a meeting with senior ministers to review the petroleum, power, and fertiliser sectors in light of the evolving situation in West Asia, focusing on ensuring uninterrupted supply and stable logistics.

Raid in Nanded Exposes Black Market LPG Operation

Raid in Nanded Exposes Black Market LPG Operation

Rediff.com7 days ago

The District Supply Department in Nanded conducted a raid on a residence, uncovering an illegal stockpile of LPG cylinders and initiating legal action against the individual involved.

Nihang Sikhs assault toll booth employee in MP over payment dispute

Nihang Sikhs assault toll booth employee in MP over payment dispute

Rediff.com2 days ago

A group of Nihang Sikhs are accused of assaulting a toll booth employee in Seoni, Madhya Pradesh, after a disagreement over toll payment. Police have registered a case against five individuals following the incident.

Sikkim Girl, 14, Stages Kidnapping for 3,000 Ransom

Sikkim Girl, 14, Stages Kidnapping for 3,000 Ransom

Rediff.com5 days ago

A 14-year-old girl from Sikkim was rescued after allegedly staging her own kidnapping and demanding a ransom from her parents.

Police Investigate Alleged Indecent Exposure to Minor in Bhiwandi

Police Investigate Alleged Indecent Exposure to Minor in Bhiwandi

Rediff.com6 days ago

Police in Thane, Maharashtra, have registered a case against a 28-year-old man accused of flashing at a 13-year-old girl in the Bhiwandi area. The incident allegedly occurred on March 14, and the case was registered based on the girl's mother's complaint.

Kochi Tragedy: Five Family Members Dead in Suspected Suicide Pact

Kochi Tragedy: Five Family Members Dead in Suspected Suicide Pact

Rediff.com2 days ago

Five members of a family, including three children, were found dead in a rented house in Kochi. Police suspect a suicide pact involving poisoning and hanging.

Aditi Ashok in contention at Fortinet Founders Cup after impressive second round

Aditi Ashok in contention at Fortinet Founders Cup after impressive second round

Rediff.com2 days ago

Aditi Ashok carded a second round of 6-under 66 to move into tied third alongside world number one Jeeno Thitikul of Thailand at the Fortinet Founders Cup.

Bengaluru Police Investigate Murder of Minor by Fianc

Bengaluru Police Investigate Murder of Minor by Fianc

Rediff.com6 days ago

A 17-year-old girl was allegedly murdered by her fianc in Bengaluru. Police are searching for the suspect, who is currently absconding. The motive for the crime is under investigation.

Delhi Woman's Bravery: Recovers Phone After Chasing Down Mobile Snatchers

Delhi Woman's Bravery: Recovers Phone After Chasing Down Mobile Snatchers

Rediff.com3 days ago

A 26-year-old woman in Delhi chased down two mobile snatchers and recovered her phone with the help of locals after it was stolen near Kalkaji temple.

Speeding Car Kills Three Morning Walkers in Bhubaneswar Accident

Speeding Car Kills Three Morning Walkers in Bhubaneswar Accident

Rediff.com7 days ago

A speeding car accident in Bhubaneswar resulted in the deaths of three people, including two morning walkers, after the vehicle veered off the road and into a pit.

UP Court Hands Down Life Sentences in 2017 Wedding Music Dispute Murder Case

UP Court Hands Down Life Sentences in 2017 Wedding Music Dispute Murder Case

Rediff.com3 days ago

A court in Bulandshahr, Uttar Pradesh, sentenced six individuals to life imprisonment for a murder that occurred during a wedding procession in 2017 following a dispute over loud music.

Delhi Woman Arrested for Allegedly Killing Her Two Daughters

Delhi Woman Arrested for Allegedly Killing Her Two Daughters

Rediff.com1 days ago

Delhi Police have arrested a 54-year-old woman for allegedly killing her two daughters at their residence in Malviya Nagar. The incident occurred earlier this month, and the woman had also allegedly attempted suicide.

Shahyan Razmi Advances to CCI Snooker Classic Semis After Thrilling Victory

Shahyan Razmi Advances to CCI Snooker Classic Semis After Thrilling Victory

Rediff.com3 days ago

Shahyan Razmi defeated Sahil Nayyar in the quarter-final of the CCI Snooker Classic, while Brijesh Damani and Digvijay Kadian also advanced to the semi-finals.

Delhi Shopkeeper Shooting: Police Investigate Gang Rivalry Angle

Delhi Shopkeeper Shooting: Police Investigate Gang Rivalry Angle

Rediff.com3 days ago

A 30-year-old shopkeeper was shot dead in Delhi, with police suspecting gang rivalry as a possible motive. The victim had a criminal record, and the attack appeared to be targeted.

Jharkhand High Court Demands Explanation for Delay in Missing Woman Case

Jharkhand High Court Demands Explanation for Delay in Missing Woman Case

Rediff.com3 days ago

The Jharkhand High Court has directed the Bokaro Superintendent of Police to provide the case diary and details of the investigation into the disappearance of an 18-year-old woman, expressing concern over delays and potential lapses in the police investigation.

Inquiry Launched After Man Allegedly Dies by Suicide in Jharkhand Police Station

Inquiry Launched After Man Allegedly Dies by Suicide in Jharkhand Police Station

Rediff.com3 days ago

A 40-year-old man, detained following a complaint by his wife, allegedly died by suicide inside a police station in Jharkhand's Koderma district. An inquiry has been launched to investigate the circumstances surrounding his death.

Aditi Ashok Drops Down Leaderboard at Fortinet Founders Cup; Hyo Joo Kim Extends Lead

Aditi Ashok Drops Down Leaderboard at Fortinet Founders Cup; Hyo Joo Kim Extends Lead

Rediff.com1 days ago

Indian golfer Aditi Ashok experienced a setback at the Fortinet Founders Cup, while Hyo Joo Kim extended her lead.

Indian Citizen Dies in Riyadh Amidst West Asia Conflict

Indian Citizen Dies in Riyadh Amidst West Asia Conflict

Rediff.com3 days ago

An Indian national was killed in a missile attack on Riyadh, bringing the total number of Indian fatalities in the West Asia conflict to six. The Indian embassy in Riyadh has expressed condolences and is providing assistance to the family.

Ugandan Woman Held in Ambala with Heroin Worth Lakhs

Ugandan Woman Held in Ambala with Heroin Worth Lakhs

Rediff.com4 days ago

An Ugandan national was arrested in Ambala, Haryana, with over 300 grams of heroin. Police investigations are underway to determine her connections to drug trafficking syndicates and the intended recipient of the drugs.

Man Found Dead in Tempo in Latur; Suicide Suspected

Man Found Dead in Tempo in Latur; Suicide Suspected

Rediff.com6 days ago

A 32-year-old man was found dead in a tempo in Latur district, Maharashtra, in a suspected suicide. The man, identified as Gajanan Marwadi, had posted a suicide note on WhatsApp before his death. Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the incident.

Delhi Shooting: Man Dead, Three Injured in Bawana Attack

Delhi Shooting: Man Dead, Three Injured in Bawana Attack

Rediff.com4 days ago

A man was killed and three others injured in a shooting in Delhi's Bawana area. Police suspect gang rivalry as the motive behind the attack.

Ex-CPI(M) Leader Sudhakaran Refutes Kerala CM's Contact Claims

Ex-CPI(M) Leader Sudhakaran Refutes Kerala CM's Contact Claims

Rediff.com2 days ago

Former CPI(M) leader G Sudhakaran, now an independent candidate, has denied claims by Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan that the CM attempted to contact him, sparking a political controversy.

Delhi Man Arrested for Shooting at Water Plant to Assert Dominance

Delhi Man Arrested for Shooting at Water Plant to Assert Dominance

Rediff.com3 days ago

A 23-year-old man has been arrested for allegedly opening fire at a woman's mineral water plant in north Delhi's Narela area to assert dominance and force her to shut down the facility.

More Arrests in Pakistan-Linked Espionage Case

More Arrests in Pakistan-Linked Espionage Case

Rediff.com6 hours ago

Indian police have apprehended three more individuals, including a juvenile and a woman, allegedly involved in a Pakistan-linked espionage racket, bringing the total number of arrests to 18. The suspects are accused of sending sensitive information to Pakistan via parcels through Dubai and WhatsApp.

MP Police Suspended Over Alleged Rs 20 Lakh Hush Money Deal

MP Police Suspended Over Alleged Rs 20 Lakh Hush Money Deal

Rediff.com1 days ago

Four Madhya Pradesh police officers have been suspended for allegedly accepting a bribe of Rs 20 lakh from a businessman in exchange for releasing Rs 1 crore found in his vehicle.

Maharashtra Court Jails Two for Fatal Drunken Brawl

Maharashtra Court Jails Two for Fatal Drunken Brawl

Rediff.com2 days ago

A court in Thane, Maharashtra, sentenced two brothers to life imprisonment for the murder of a fellow labourer following a drunken brawl in 2017. The court relied on circumstantial evidence, medical reports, and forensic findings to convict the accused.

Thane Authorities Destroy Illegal Sand Mining Equipment Worth 9 Million

Thane Authorities Destroy Illegal Sand Mining Equipment Worth 9 Million

Rediff.com2 days ago

Authorities in Thane district, Maharashtra, have intensified their crackdown on illegal sand mining, destroying equipment worth approximately 9 million in the Bhiwandi taluka.

Delhi Man Accidentally Shoots Himself While Friend Films Pistol Loading

Delhi Man Accidentally Shoots Himself While Friend Films Pistol Loading

Rediff.com6 days ago

A man in Delhi died after accidentally shooting himself while a friend was recording him loading a pistol. The incident was captured on video, showing the man receiving instructions on loading the weapon before the fatal shot.

Four Arrested in Odisha for Tying Woman, Youths to Pole on Theft Suspicion

Four Arrested in Odisha for Tying Woman, Youths to Pole on Theft Suspicion

Rediff.com5 days ago

Odisha Police have arrested four individuals for allegedly assaulting a woman and three youths by tying them to an electric pole on suspicion of theft in the Ganjam district.

Manipur Insurgency: Five Arrested, Arms Cache Recovered Near Myanmar Border

Manipur Insurgency: Five Arrested, Arms Cache Recovered Near Myanmar Border

Rediff.com6 days ago

Five insurgents were arrested near the India-Myanmar border in Manipur's Tengnoupal district. Security forces also recovered a cache of explosives and small arms in a separate operation.