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Diwali Firecracker Dispute Leads To Attack, Self-Defence Firing In Ahmedabad

Diwali Firecracker Dispute Leads To Attack, Self-Defence Firing In Ahmedabad

Rediff.com2 days ago

A Diwali firecracker dispute in Ahmedabad escalated into a violent clash, resulting in injuries to residents, self-defence firing, and multiple arrests. The incident involved a group attacking a residential society after an argument over bursting firecrackers on a public road.

Barabanki Horror: Girl Raped, Murdered; Accused Nabbed After Encounter

Barabanki Horror: Girl Raped, Murdered; Accused Nabbed After Encounter

Rediff.com5 days ago

An 11-year-old girl was abducted, raped, and murdered in Barabanki district, Uttar Pradesh. Her body was recovered from a well on Friday. The accused, Uttam Kumar Singh, was arrested after a police encounter during which he received a gunshot wound. Singh has a history of criminal cases.

How Maharashtra Cyber Busted Fake Medical Certificate Racket

How Maharashtra Cyber Busted Fake Medical Certificate Racket

Rediff.com3 days ago

Maharashtra Cyber has dismantled an inter-state racket involved in generating fraudulent Foreign Medical Graduate Examination (FMGE) certificates, leading to five arrests. The operation uncovered a scheme where individuals obtained forged certificates to register with the Maharashtra Medical Council without passing the mandatory screening test.

Asus VM240 AiO Launched In India: Price, Features And More

Asus VM240 AiO Launched In India: Price, Features And More

Rediff.com2 Sep 2026

The Asus VM240 AiO combines a sleek, space-saving design with AMD Ryzen 5 performance, a 24-inch display and AI-powered features. Priced at Rs. 66,990, the all-in-one desktop is now available to buy in India, offering a clutter-free setup for work, entertainment and everyday computing.

Bihar Constable Found Dead In River After Clash With Drug Smugglers

Bihar Constable Found Dead In River After Clash With Drug Smugglers

Rediff.com5 days ago

A police constable, Dhaneshwar, who went missing two days prior during a confrontation with suspected drug smugglers in Jehanabad, Bihar, was found dead in the Dardha river. His service pistol, mobile phone, ring, and wallet were recovered intact with his body, and the exact cause of death awaits post-mortem results.

Goa Police Make Arrests In Two Separate Child Rape Cases

Goa Police Make Arrests In Two Separate Child Rape Cases

Rediff.com1 days ago

Goa Police have made arrests in two separate child rape cases involving a three-year-old girl in Mapusa and a four-year-old girl in Canacona, raising significant concerns about child safety in the state.

Major Drug Bust: DRI Intercepts Amphetamine Shipment

Major Drug Bust: DRI Intercepts Amphetamine Shipment

Rediff.com5 days ago

The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) seized 6.64 kg of amphetamine valued at Rs 5.32 crore from a passenger bus on the Indore-Bhopal route, leading to one arrest. The arrested individual was already out on bail in another NDPS Act case.

Noida Man Dies After Park Altercation Over Scooter Incident

Noida Man Dies After Park Altercation Over Scooter Incident

Rediff.com3 days ago

A 25-year-old man was killed in Noida after an altercation at a park. The incident occurred when his scooter allegedly brushed against another man's foot, leading to a scuffle where he sustained a fatal head injury. Another youth was injured, and police are searching for the accused.

Mumbai On Alert After Bomb Threat Email, Turns Out To Be Hoax

Mumbai On Alert After Bomb Threat Email, Turns Out To Be Hoax

Rediff.com6 days ago

Mumbai police were on high alert after an email threatened bomb blasts at prominent locations including the Bombay High Court, BSE, Mahalaxmi Racecourse, and Amitabh Bachchan's residence. Extensive searches confirmed the threat was a hoax, marking the second such scare involving Bachchan recently.

Police Officer Injured In Darbhanga Firing

Police Officer Injured In Darbhanga Firing

Rediff.com6 days ago

An Assistant Sub-Inspector (ASI) in Bihar's Darbhanga district was injured after unidentified miscreants opened fire on a police team during patrolling on Thursday. ASI Randhir Kumar sustained a bullet injury to his left leg and is undergoing treatment. Police are conducting raids to apprehend the accused and ascertain the motive.

Seven Injured In Violent Land Clash In Assam

Seven Injured In Violent Land Clash In Assam

Rediff.com2 days ago

A long-standing land dispute between two extended families in Nagaon district, Assam, escalated into a violent clash on Monday night, resulting in seven injuries, including one from gunfire. Police have detained three individuals and are investigating the incident.

Latur Man Strangles 7-Year-Old Son Over Property Dispute

Latur Man Strangles 7-Year-Old Son Over Property Dispute

Rediff.com3 days ago

A 58-year-old man in Latur, Maharashtra, allegedly strangled his seven-year-old son to death, fearing the child from his second marriage would claim a share in his property. The decomposed body was found in a drain on Sunday, and the father confessed after being confronted with CCTV evidence.

Halloween Party Horror: Man Held For Minor's Sexual Assault

Halloween Party Horror: Man Held For Minor's Sexual Assault

Rediff.com3 days ago

Police in Aluva, Kochi, have arrested a 21-year-old man, Alex Robin, for allegedly sexually assaulting a 15-year-old girl during a Halloween party at a resort. The incident came to light after parents discovered liquor being served at the party, which was initially believed to be an all-girls gathering. An investigation is ongoing, including into the illegal serving of alcohol.

How Hyderabad Police Uncovered A Dangerous Milk Adulteration Ring

How Hyderabad Police Uncovered A Dangerous Milk Adulteration Ring

Rediff.com6 days ago

Police in Hyderabad have busted a milk adulteration racket, arresting a 43-year-old man for allegedly mixing hydrogen peroxide and milk powder into milk before supplying it to customers. Authorities seized adulterated milk, hydrogen peroxide, and milk powder during the operation, highlighting a significant public health risk.

Live-In Partner Arrested For Alleged Murder Of Software Engineer In Kolkata

Live-In Partner Arrested For Alleged Murder Of Software Engineer In Kolkata

Rediff.com3 days ago

A software engineer in Kolkata was allegedly hacked to death by his live-in partner following a quarrel at his rented accommodation. Police have arrested the accused woman and her mother in connection with the incident. The couple reportedly had an altercation on Saturday night, leading to the fatal attack.

Thane Police Uncover Major Arms Syndicate, Five Held

Thane Police Uncover Major Arms Syndicate, Five Held

Rediff.com5 days ago

Thane Police have successfully dismantled an inter-state arms syndicate, leading to the arrest of five individuals from Jharkhand and Chhattisgarh. The operation resulted in the seizure of firearms and ammunition valued at Rs 9.19 lakh, with the suspects allegedly planning an armed robbery.

How Pune Customs Foiled Rs 3.72 Crore Hydroponic Weed Smuggling Bid

How Pune Customs Foiled Rs 3.72 Crore Hydroponic Weed Smuggling Bid

Rediff.com6 days ago

Customs officials at Pune International Airport seized 10.6 kg of hydroponic weed, valued at Rs 3.72 crore, from an Indian passenger arriving from Bangkok. The drugs were cleverly concealed in "Freeze Dried Monthong Durian" packets among noodles and vacuum-sealed polythene. The passenger was intercepted on November 4 and booked under the NDPS Act, with further investigation ongoing.

Delhi Police Nab Two Gang Associates With Five Illegal Firearms

Delhi Police Nab Two Gang Associates With Five Illegal Firearms

Rediff.com7 days ago

Delhi Police have arrested two alleged associates of the Neeraj Bawana-Naveen alias Bali gang in Alipur. Kapil Thakran and Arun alias Boby were apprehended with five illegal firearms and 13 live cartridges following a tip-off about their intention to commit a serious criminal offence. Arun has a previous Arms Act case in Haryana.

Mumbai Crime Branch Detains Man Over Extortion Threats

Mumbai Crime Branch Detains Man Over Extortion Threats

Rediff.com4 Nov 2026

The Mumbai Crime Branch has detained a 30-year-old man from Bengaluru in connection with alleged extortion and threat calls made to several city residents, following a probe into multiple complaints.

Illegal Firecracker Stockpile Leads To Case Against BJP Leader, Nephew

Illegal Firecracker Stockpile Leads To Case Against BJP Leader, Nephew

Rediff.com6 days ago

A local BJP leader and his nephew have been booked in Muzaffarnagar for allegedly illegally stocking 26 cartons of firecrackers for sale. The nephew has been arrested, and police registered a case under sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita and the Explosives Act after a raid on Thursday evening.

Official Secrets Act Invoked In NCRA Exam Leak Case

Official Secrets Act Invoked In NCRA Exam Leak Case

Rediff.com2 days ago

A staffer at the National Centre for Radio Astrophysics (NCRA) in Pune has been booked under the Official Secrets Act and Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita for allegedly leaking a 'Work Assistant' recruitment examination paper. The vigilance department of TIFR received a tip-off in June 2026, leading to an investigation that confirmed the leaked paper matched the original, and an offence was registered on Monday.

NIELIT To Establish Quantum And AI University In Amaravati

NIELIT To Establish Quantum And AI University In Amaravati

Rediff.com28 Aug 2026

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu has approved the establishment of India's first dedicated Quantum and AI University campus in Amaravati by NIELIT. This significant project, funded by the MeitY, Government of India, will focus on advanced technologies like Quantum, AI, and Semiconductors, integrating education, research, and entrepreneurship.

West Bengal Seizes Rs 64 Crore In Narcotics, Arrests 378 In Week-Long Drive

West Bengal Seizes Rs 64 Crore In Narcotics, Arrests 378 In Week-Long Drive

Rediff.com4 days ago

West Bengal authorities arrested 378 individuals and seized narcotics worth approximately Rs 64 crore during a week-long anti-drug operation. The drive, conducted between October 31 and November 7, also led to the destruction of illegal ganja cultivation and the attachment of properties, reinforcing the state's zero-tolerance policy against illicit narcotics.

Floe AI Model Tackles India's Multilingual Communication Challenges

Floe AI Model Tackles India's Multilingual Communication Challenges

Rediff.com19 Aug 2026

Blue Machines AI has launched Floe, a context-aware language detection model designed for AI agents. Floe distinguishes between code-mixing and genuine language switches in multimodal interactions, supporting over 10 Indic languages with ultra-low latency. It aims to improve enterprise AI conversations by understanding user intent in multilingual settings.

J&K Police Arrests Four Drug Peddlers, Seizes Heroin And Charas

J&K Police Arrests Four Drug Peddlers, Seizes Heroin And Charas

Rediff.com4 days ago

Jammu and Kashmir Police arrested four alleged drug peddlers in Anantnag and Kupwara districts on Sunday. Authorities recovered heroin and charas from their possession during separate naka checking operations. Cases have been registered under the NDPS Act, and investigations are ongoing to trace the forward and backward linkages of the drug trafficking network.

NIA To Probe Killing Of Two Kuki Youths In Manipur

NIA To Probe Killing Of Two Kuki Youths In Manipur

Rediff.com3 days ago

Manipur Chief Minister Y Khemchand Singh announced that the case concerning the killing of two Kuki youths in Senapati district has been transferred to the National Investigation Agency (NIA). Singh met with the victims' families, offering condolences and assuring them of government support and eventual arrests. The families requested dialogue with CSOs for the last rites. The youths went missing on October 28 and their bodies were found on November 1.

Man Arrested For Selling Illegal Firecrackers In Delhi

Man Arrested For Selling Illegal Firecrackers In Delhi

Rediff.com4 Nov 2026

Delhi Police arrested a 26-year-old man, Harshit Mittal, and seized nearly 312 kg of illegal firecrackers from his residence in Balbir Nagar, East Delhi. Mittal, who was selling firecrackers for quick money, was apprehended after a tip-off on November 3.

Karnataka Government Partners With ElevenLabs For AI-Powered Citizen Services

Karnataka Government Partners With ElevenLabs For AI-Powered Citizen Services

Rediff.com27 Aug 2026

The Karnataka government is collaborating with ElevenLabs to explore pilot projects using voice AI across various sectors including skilling, investment promotion, healthcare, culture, and citizen services. This initiative aims to leverage advanced AI to enhance accessibility and efficiency of government services, with a strong focus on responsible AI use and safeguards against misinformation.

Meetei Secures India's First Boxing Medal At Youth Olympics

Meetei Secures India's First Boxing Medal At Youth Olympics

Rediff.com1 days ago

Indian boxer Lairenlakpam Ambekar Meetei has secured a medal for the country at the Youth Olympic Games by advancing to the semifinals of the men's 50kg category after defeating Abraham Kalenga of Namibia. He will compete in the semifinal on Wednesday.

How Thane Businessman Was Cheated Of Rs 95 Lakh

How Thane Businessman Was Cheated Of Rs 95 Lakh

Rediff.com7 days ago

Police in Thane have registered a case against company directors and a broker for allegedly cheating a 32-year-old textile businessman of Rs 95.25 lakh. The accused reportedly gained the businessman's trust over four years, purchasing raw fabric but failing to clear outstanding dues.

Major MDMA Haul In Kochi, Two Arrested

Major MDMA Haul In Kochi, Two Arrested

Rediff.com4 days ago

Kochi police arrested two men and seized 192 grams of MDMA, valued at approximately Rs 7.5 lakh, following a tip-off. The drugs were reportedly trafficked from Tamil Nadu hidden in a banana bunch and intended for sale in Ernakulam and Aluva. An investigation is underway to trace the source and distribution network.

Firecracker Spat Escalates To Fatal Assault In Delhi

Firecracker Spat Escalates To Fatal Assault In Delhi

Rediff.com3 days ago

A 42-year-old man, Munna, allegedly beat a juvenile to death with an iron rod in central Delhi's Anand Parbat area on Monday. The fatal assault occurred after an argument between the victim and Munna's minor son over bursting firecrackers escalated. Police have apprehended Munna and the other juvenile, registering an FIR under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita.

Sri Lanka Conducts First Passenger Drone Trial

Sri Lanka Conducts First Passenger Drone Trial

Rediff.com23 hours ago

Sri Lanka has successfully conducted its first official trial of an electric-powered passenger drone, the Chinese-made EHang E216, at Colombo Port City. Aviation Minister Anura Karunatilaka participated in the flight, marking a significant step towards future commercial drone services in the country.

How Delhi Police Tracked Down Hit-And-Run Driver

How Delhi Police Tracked Down Hit-And-Run Driver

Rediff.com3 days ago

Delhi Police have arrested a 34-year-old truck driver, Innas Khan, in connection with a fatal hit-and-run accident on the Naraina flyover last month. The victim, a scooter rider, died after being hit by Khan's vehicle. The arrest followed an extensive investigation involving CCTV footage analysis and vehicle verification.

Deadly Dispute At Ramlila Fair: Man Killed Over Toy Payment

Deadly Dispute At Ramlila Fair: Man Killed Over Toy Payment

Rediff.com4 days ago

A 23-year-old man was killed and another seriously injured in a knife attack at a Ramlila fair in Budaun, Uttar Pradesh. The incident occurred late Saturday night following a dispute over payment for toys. Police have apprehended one accused, a toy seller, and are searching for another. The injured victim is reportedly a relative of a BJP MLA.

Key Accused In Dewas Cop Killing Arrested From Gujarat

Key Accused In Dewas Cop Killing Arrested From Gujarat

Rediff.com3 days ago

An absconding suspect, Manish Jaiswal, has been arrested from Gujarat in connection with the killing of Khategaon SHO Dilip Puri during an anti-liquor operation in Madhya Pradesh's Dewas district earlier this month. This arrest brings the total number of arrests in the case to six, shedding more light on the illicit liquor syndicate involved.

How Bengaluru Police Unravelled The Gruesome Family Murder Case

How Bengaluru Police Unravelled The Gruesome Family Murder Case

Rediff.com3 days ago

Bengaluru police have recovered all seven bodies of a family allegedly murdered by a cab driver over domestic disputes. The bodies were found in various locations across Karnataka and Tamil Nadu, with the last two recovered from Shiradi Ghat forest. The accused, Indusekar alias Sekar, was arrested after a missing-person complaint led to his confession.

MCD Worker Beaten To Death In Delhi Over Quarrel

MCD Worker Beaten To Death In Delhi Over Quarrel

Rediff.com1 days ago

A 45-year-old MCD sanitation worker, Vijay Prakash alias Sonu, was allegedly beaten to death with stones and sticks in northwest Delhi's Ramgarh area on Tuesday following a quarrel. Police have arrested four individuals and apprehended a juvenile in connection with the murder, while two main suspects remain absconding.

Gold Dust Worth Rs 2.09 Crore Seized At Mumbai Airport

Gold Dust Worth Rs 2.09 Crore Seized At Mumbai Airport

Rediff.com4 Nov 2026

Two passengers arriving at Mumbai airport from Bahrain were intercepted by Customs Air Intelligence Unit (AIU) officials. They were found to be concealing 1.68 kg of gold dust, valued at Rs 2.09 crore, in their undergarments. The contraband was seized under the Customs Act, and further investigation is underway.

Rajasthan Man Kills Mother In Election Vote Dispute

Rajasthan Man Kills Mother In Election Vote Dispute

Rediff.com5 days ago

A man in Rajasthan's Udaipur district allegedly killed his mother with a stick after she intervened to stop him from attacking his father during a dispute over voting in the sarpanch election. The accused also attacked his elder brother and has been arrested.