News for '-uttar-pradesh'

Delhi Police Nab Drug Trafficker with Heroin Worth Over Rs 5 Crore

Delhi Police Nab Drug Trafficker with Heroin Worth Over Rs 5 Crore

Rediff.com3 Mar 2026

Delhi Police have arrested a 26-year-old drug trafficker and seized nearly 800 grams of heroin worth over Rs 5 crore.

LSG reveal new identity ahead of IPL 2026

LSG reveal new identity ahead of IPL 2026

Rediff.com25 Feb 2026

Lucknow Super Giants revealed a bold new logo on Tuesday ahead of the 2026 IPL season, swapping their familiar blue colours for a striking shade of red in a fresh new look.

UP Criminal Carrying Reward Killed in Police Encounter in Agra

UP Criminal Carrying Reward Killed in Police Encounter in Agra

Rediff.com28 Feb 2026

A criminal carrying a reward of Rs 50,000 died following an encounter with police in Agra. The deceased, identified as Pawan alias Kallu, had a long criminal history including murder and extortion.

Kanpur Medical Store Owner Arrested in Cough Syrup Probe

Kanpur Medical Store Owner Arrested in Cough Syrup Probe

Rediff.com3 Mar 2026

Kanpur Crime Branch arrests a medical store owner for allegedly illegally buying and selling codeine-based cough syrup as part of a larger investigation into the illicit trade of regulated pharmaceuticals.

Vikki Tyagi's Son, Associate Arrested After Shootout in Muzaffarnagar

Vikki Tyagi's Son, Associate Arrested After Shootout in Muzaffarnagar

Rediff.com4 Mar 2026

Rakshit Tyagi, son of slain gangster Vikki Tyagi, and an associate were arrested in Muzaffarnagar, Uttar Pradesh, following a shootout with police. Illegal arms were seized from their possession.

Four Critically Injured in Chandauli Shooting After Dispute

Four Critically Injured in Chandauli Shooting After Dispute

Rediff.com1 Mar 2026

A 45-year-old man allegedly shot and critically injured four men following a dispute in Chandauli, Uttar Pradesh. Police have detained four individuals and are searching for the main suspect.

Father and Son Die in Car Fire After Crash in Chhindwara

Father and Son Die in Car Fire After Crash in Chhindwara

Rediff.com2 Mar 2026

A 61-year-old man and his son died after their CNG-fitted car crashed into a garage and caught fire in Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh. Police suspect the driver fell asleep at the wheel.

UP Authorities Demolish Shops of Accused in HPCL Official Murder Case

UP Authorities Demolish Shops of Accused in HPCL Official Murder Case

Rediff.com7 hours ago

Authorities in Budaun, Uttar Pradesh, demolished shops belonging to the prime suspect in the murder of two HPCL officials, citing illegal construction on government land. Two more individuals were arrested for allegedly aiding the accused in the crime.

Student Attacked After Protesting UGC Bill; Police Investigate

Student Attacked After Protesting UGC Bill; Police Investigate

Rediff.com13 hours ago

A student in Bahraich, Uttar Pradesh, was allegedly assaulted after protesting against the UGC Bill. Police have registered a case and are investigating the incident.

Delhi Cop Nabbed in Fake Police Clearance Certificate Scam

Delhi Cop Nabbed in Fake Police Clearance Certificate Scam

Rediff.com4 days ago

A Delhi Police constable has been arrested for his alleged involvement in a racket producing fake Police Clearance Certificates (PCCs). The investigation uncovered a network charging individuals for forged documents, highlighting concerns about corruption and security.

Men threaten judge after sentencing in UP murder case

Men threaten judge after sentencing in UP murder case

Rediff.com27 Feb 2026

Two men allegedly threatened a judge in Bijnor, Uttar Pradesh, after being sentenced to life imprisonment for a murder conviction. Security for the judge has been enhanced following the threat.

UP Farmer Dies After Dispute Over Speeding Motorbike

UP Farmer Dies After Dispute Over Speeding Motorbike

Rediff.com6 Mar 2026

A 35-year-old farmer in Uttar Pradesh was allegedly lynched after asking a biker to slow down near his fields during Holi celebrations. Six people have been arrested in connection with the incident.

Police Freeze Assets in Cough Syrup Trafficking Case

Police Freeze Assets in Cough Syrup Trafficking Case

Rediff.com26 Feb 2026

Kanpur police have frozen assets worth Rs 9.5 crore, including properties, vehicles, and bank accounts, as part of an investigation into an interstate racket involved in trafficking codeine-based cough syrups.

Gurugram: 70-Year-Old Man Beaten to Death After Quarrel

Gurugram: 70-Year-Old Man Beaten to Death After Quarrel

Rediff.com9 hours ago

A 70-year-old man died after being beaten following a quarrel in Dundahera village, Gurugram. Police have arrested the accused, Monu, and are investigating the circumstances surrounding the death.

Mumbai Man Held for Wife's Railway Death

Mumbai Man Held for Wife's Railway Death

Rediff.com12 hours ago

A 42-year-old man has been arrested in Surat, Gujarat, for allegedly murdering his wife by pushing her in front of a train at Mulund railway station in Mumbai. The incident was captured on CCTV, leading to his arrest.

Delhi court convicts man in heroin case, citing complete chain of evidence

Delhi court convicts man in heroin case, citing complete chain of evidence

Rediff.com12 hours ago

A Delhi court has convicted a man in a narcotics case involving the recovery of a commercial quantity of heroin, stating that the prosecution proved the chain of evidence and recovery beyond reasonable doubt.

Man Held in Massive GST Fraud Case

Man Held in Massive GST Fraud Case

Rediff.com28 Feb 2026

The Uttar Pradesh STF has arrested a man in connection with a Goods and Services Tax (GST) fraud estimated at Rs 15,000 crore. The accused allegedly used fraudulently obtained GST registrations to create fake firms and generate bogus invoices.

Holi Clash in UP Village Injures 11

Holi Clash in UP Village Injures 11

Rediff.com5 Mar 2026

A dispute over playing with colours during Holi escalated into a violent clash between two groups in a village in Uttar Pradesh, leaving at least 11 people injured.

Newly-Wed Woman Vanishes at Bus Stop While Husband Buys Food

Newly-Wed Woman Vanishes at Bus Stop While Husband Buys Food

Rediff.com3 days ago

A newly-married woman disappeared from a bus stop in Moradabad, Uttar Pradesh, while her husband was buying her snacks. Police have registered a missing person report and are investigating the incident.

Hathras Man Accused of Killing Son While Intoxicated

Hathras Man Accused of Killing Son While Intoxicated

Rediff.com6 days ago

A 22-year-old man in Hathras, Uttar Pradesh, was allegedly beaten to death by his father while the father was intoxicated. Police are investigating the incident.

Fake Seer Arrested for Defrauding Woman of Gold Ornaments

Fake Seer Arrested for Defrauding Woman of Gold Ornaments

Rediff.com6 Mar 2026

A man posing as a seer has been arrested in Delhi for allegedly duping a 65-year-old woman of her gold ornaments under the guise of resolving her problems.

Dumper Truck Collision Claims Three Lives in Farrukhabad

Dumper Truck Collision Claims Three Lives in Farrukhabad

Rediff.com2 days ago

Three people, including a minor, were killed in Farrukhabad, Uttar Pradesh, when a high-speed dumper truck collided with their motorcycle. The driver fled the scene, and police are investigating the incident.

Rashid Naseem, Wanted for Investment Fraud, Arrested in Dubai

Rashid Naseem, Wanted for Investment Fraud, Arrested in Dubai

Rediff.com27 Feb 2026

Rashid Naseem, wanted in India for an alleged investment fraud, has been arrested in Dubai following an Interpol Red Notice and extradition request.

Ghaziabad Bank Manager Killed After Dispute with Security Guard

Ghaziabad Bank Manager Killed After Dispute with Security Guard

Rediff.com17 hours ago

A bank manager in Ghaziabad was shot dead by a security guard following disputes over salary and leave, leading to the arrest of the guard and an accomplice.

Sharukh Pathan, Accused in 2020 Delhi Riots, Denied Bail

Sharukh Pathan, Accused in 2020 Delhi Riots, Denied Bail

Rediff.com5 days ago

A Delhi court has denied bail to Sharukh Pathan, who is accused of pointing a gun at a constable during the 2020 Northeast Delhi riots. The court rejected Pathan's bail application based on custody undergone. Pathan is currently lodged in Tihar Jail and faces charges in two cases related to the riots.

UP: Young Couple Found Hanging, Suicide Suspected

UP: Young Couple Found Hanging, Suicide Suspected

Rediff.com27 Feb 2026

A young couple was found dead, hanging from a tree in Barabanki, Uttar Pradesh. Police suspect suicide due to a romantic relationship opposed by family members.

Woman in Unnao Dies by Suicide After Husband's Death

Woman in Unnao Dies by Suicide After Husband's Death

Rediff.com2 days ago

A 30-year-old woman in Unnao, Uttar Pradesh, allegedly committed suicide due to depression following her husband's death earlier this month. She posted a video on Facebook expressing her inability to live without him before taking her own life.

LPG Shortage Triggers Small Business Crisis

LPG Shortage Triggers Small Business Crisis

Rediff.com3 days ago

'Why are the political leaders saying everything is normal?'

India's Young Women Face Employment Gap

India's Young Women Face Employment Gap

Rediff.com7 days ago

'India cannot speak of a demographic dividend if half its young women are unable to participate in paid work.'

'Not a case of love-jihad, didn't convert: Viral Kumbh Mela girl

'Not a case of love-jihad, didn't convert: Viral Kumbh Mela girl

Rediff.com5 days ago

Actress Monalisa Bhonsle, who gained fame at the Prayagraj Kumbh Mela, has denied reports that she is underage following her marriage in Kerala. She asserts she is 18 and legally married.

Man Kills Parents, Grandmother, and Sister in Bahraich

Man Kills Parents, Grandmother, and Sister in Bahraich

Rediff.com2 Mar 2026

A man in Bahraich, Uttar Pradesh, allegedly killed his parents, grandmother, and sister following a dispute over money. He has been arrested and is currently hospitalized.

GRP Seizes Rs 1.75 Crore from Train Passengers in Chandauli

GRP Seizes Rs 1.75 Crore from Train Passengers in Chandauli

Rediff.com28 Feb 2026

Government Railway Police (GRP) recovered Rs 1.75 crore in cash from two passengers on the Akal Takht Express at Pandit Deendayal Upadhyay Railway Station in Chandauli district, Uttar Pradesh. The passengers, residents of Lucknow, claimed the money was related to their diamond and jewellery business, but police are investigating further.

EC removes Mamata's chief secy, DGP ahead of Bengal poll

EC removes Mamata's chief secy, DGP ahead of Bengal poll

Rediff.com1 days ago

The Election Commission's move to transfer West Bengal's chief secretary and DGP soon after the announcement of Assembly poll dates triggered a political slugfest.

YouTuber Stabbed in Ghaziabad, CM Orders Action

YouTuber Stabbed in Ghaziabad, CM Orders Action

Rediff.com28 Feb 2026

A YouTuber known for controversial videos was stabbed in Ghaziabad, leading to a police investigation and orders for strict action from the Chief Minister.

Iran-Israel Conflict Halts Dubai Weddings

Iran-Israel Conflict Halts Dubai Weddings

Rediff.com4 days ago

With Gulf countries emerging as popular destinations for Indian weddings and pre-wedding shoots, the March-April season had seen a flurry of bookings.

Enforcement Directorate Attaches 581 Crore Assets of Reliance Group Companies

Enforcement Directorate Attaches 581 Crore Assets of Reliance Group Companies

Rediff.com5 days ago

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has attached assets worth over 581 crore belonging to Reliance Home Finance Limited (RHFL) and Reliance Commercial Finance Limited (RCFL), companies of Reliance Group Chairman Anil Ambani, as part of an ongoing investigation.

Dowry Pressure Allegedly Leads to Woman's Suicide in Muzaffarnagar

Dowry Pressure Allegedly Leads to Woman's Suicide in Muzaffarnagar

Rediff.com6 Mar 2026

A 26-year-old woman in Muzaffarnagar allegedly committed suicide due to dowry harassment, prompting a police investigation and charges against her husband and in-laws.

Man Arrested for Setting Official's Vehicles on Fire Over Girlfriend's Job

Man Arrested for Setting Official's Vehicles on Fire Over Girlfriend's Job

Rediff.com3 Mar 2026

A man in Kushinagar, Uttar Pradesh, has been arrested for allegedly setting fire to two vehicles belonging to a government official, reportedly due to his anger over his girlfriend's employment as a cook at the official's residence.

Man Killed at Wedding Over Old Dispute in Baghpat

Man Killed at Wedding Over Old Dispute in Baghpat

Rediff.com6 days ago

A 42-year-old man was shot dead at a wedding venue in Baghpat, Uttar Pradesh, allegedly by two young men due to an old dispute. One suspect has been arrested, and police are investigating the incident.

Moradabad Man Arrested for Allegedly Murdering Twin Sister After Breakup

Moradabad Man Arrested for Allegedly Murdering Twin Sister After Breakup

Rediff.com3 days ago

A man in Moradabad, Uttar Pradesh, has been arrested for allegedly stabbing his twin sister to death following a period of emotional distress after a breakup. The incident occurred at their home, and the mother of the twins was also attacked when she intervened.