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AAP MLA Harmeet Singh Pathanmajra Arrested in Rape Case After Escape

AAP MLA Harmeet Singh Pathanmajra Arrested in Rape Case After Escape

Rediff.com25 Mar 2026

AAP MLA Harmeet Singh Pathanmajra has been arrested in Madhya Pradesh, months after escaping police custody in a rape case. He faces charges of rape, cheating, and criminal intimidation based on a complaint filed in September 2025.

Four Sentenced in Bank of India Forged Letter of Credit Case

Four Sentenced in Bank of India Forged Letter of Credit Case

Rediff.com18 Mar 2026

A special CBI court in Mumbai has sentenced four individuals to imprisonment for their involvement in a 2012 case where the Bank of India suffered a loss of over Rs 3 crore due to a forged Letter of Credit.

Acid Attack on Schoolgirl Sparks Outrage in Maharashtra Assembly

Acid Attack on Schoolgirl Sparks Outrage in Maharashtra Assembly

Rediff.com18 Mar 2026

The Maharashtra government is facing criticism after an acid attack on a Class 6 girl student in Sangamner. The Congress party has slammed the government in the legislative assembly, alleging a deterioration in law and order in the state. The incident has raised concerns about the safety of women and girls in Maharashtra.

Momo Stall Vandalised, Gunshots Fired in Delhi's Sultanpuri

Momo Stall Vandalised, Gunshots Fired in Delhi's Sultanpuri

Rediff.com19 Mar 2026

A momo stall in Delhi's Sultanpuri area was vandalised, and gunshots were allegedly fired in the air, reportedly due to a feud between two groups. Police are investigating the incident and have registered a case.

Undertrial Prisoner Found Dead in Pakur Jail: Suicide Investigation Launched

Undertrial Prisoner Found Dead in Pakur Jail: Suicide Investigation Launched

Rediff.com26 Mar 2026

An undertrial prisoner in Jharkhand's Pakur district was found dead in her jail cell, prompting an investigation into the circumstances surrounding her death.

Dhanbad Police Arrest 19 Following Ram Navami Procession Stone Pelting

Dhanbad Police Arrest 19 Following Ram Navami Procession Stone Pelting

Rediff.com7 days ago

Police in Dhanbad, Jharkhand, have arrested 19 people allegedly involved in a stone pelting incident during a Ram Navami procession in Bhikraipur. The incident resulted in injuries to six people and prompted a police response to restore order.

Himachal Pradesh Shooting: Youth Injured in Solan District

Himachal Pradesh Shooting: Youth Injured in Solan District

Rediff.com17 Mar 2026

A youth was seriously injured after being shot in Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Police are investigating the incident and searching for the suspect.

Maharashtra Farmer Arrested for Hiding Cannabis Plants in Sorghum Crop

Maharashtra Farmer Arrested for Hiding Cannabis Plants in Sorghum Crop

Rediff.com25 Mar 2026

A 60-year-old farmer in Maharashtra's Beed district has been arrested for allegedly cultivating cannabis plants hidden within a jowar (sorghum) crop.

Modi Slams TMC for Allegedly Protecting Infiltrators to Preserve Vote Bank

Modi Slams TMC for Allegedly Protecting Infiltrators to Preserve Vote Bank

Rediff.com14 Mar 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has accused the TMC of opposing the SIR exercise to protect its vote bank of infiltrators, alleging that unchecked illegal immigration under its rule in West Bengal has altered the demography of many areas.

Odisha: Two arrested for defrauding man of 7.5 million in land scam

Odisha: Two arrested for defrauding man of 7.5 million in land scam

Rediff.com13 Mar 2026

Two land brokers have been arrested in Odisha's Ganjam district for allegedly defrauding a software engineer of 7.5 million by selling him a land parcel that had already been sold to others decades ago.

Opposition targets CEC Gyanesh Kumar with 7-point chargesheet

Opposition targets CEC Gyanesh Kumar with 7-point chargesheet

Rediff.com22 Mar 2026

Opposition MPs in India have moved notices in Parliament seeking the removal of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, accusing him of bias, misconduct, and acting under the influence of the executive.

Three Arrested in Delhi for Facilitating 'Digital Arrest' Fraud

Three Arrested in Delhi for Facilitating 'Digital Arrest' Fraud

Rediff.com18 Mar 2026

Delhi Police have arrested three individuals for their alleged involvement in facilitating a 'digital arrest' fraud racket, which resulted in a Paschim Vihar resident being defrauded of Rs 14.2 lakh.

Iranian parliament speaker warns against US ground invasion

Iranian parliament speaker warns against US ground invasion

Rediff.com6 days ago

He also warned the Gulf countries, which are allowing the US to launch an attack from their soil, vowing to "punish" the regional partners.

Faridabad Woman Killed Over Land Compensation Dispute

Faridabad Woman Killed Over Land Compensation Dispute

Rediff.com5 days ago

A 65-year-old woman in Faridabad was allegedly murdered by her son and daughter-in-law over a dispute regarding land compensation money.

Four Himachal Pradesh CID Officers Sacked and Arrested in Drug Trafficking Scandal

Four Himachal Pradesh CID Officers Sacked and Arrested in Drug Trafficking Scandal

Rediff.com22 Mar 2026

Himachal Pradesh Police dismissed and arrested four CID personnel for alleged involvement in drug trafficking, highlighting the state's zero-tolerance policy against drug abuse and corruption within its own force.

Child Trafficking Suspect Nabbed at Chandauli Station, Six Children Rescued

Child Trafficking Suspect Nabbed at Chandauli Station, Six Children Rescued

Rediff.com17 Mar 2026

A man was arrested at a railway station in Chandauli, Uttar Pradesh, for allegedly trafficking six children to Vadodara for labour. The children were rescued and handed over to the Railway Child Help Desk.

Faridabad Woman Killed by Son and Daughter-in-Law Over Land Compensation

Faridabad Woman Killed by Son and Daughter-in-Law Over Land Compensation

Rediff.com5 days ago

A 65-year-old woman in Faridabad was allegedly murdered by her son and daughter-in-law over a dispute regarding land compensation money. Police have arrested the daughter-in-law, who confessed to the crime, while the son remains at large.

Sweet Shop Owner Extortion Case: Two Arrested in Thane

Sweet Shop Owner Extortion Case: Two Arrested in Thane

Rediff.com15 Mar 2026

Police in Thane have arrested two individuals for allegedly extorting money from a sweets businessman. The suspects were caught accepting a reduced payment as part of the extortion scheme.

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.com17 Mar 2026

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.

Sonbhadra Boy Murdered: Neighbour Claims Revenge for Brother's Death

Sonbhadra Boy Murdered: Neighbour Claims Revenge for Brother's Death

Rediff.com15 Mar 2026

A 12-year-old boy was allegedly murdered by a neighbour in Sonbhadra, Uttar Pradesh, who sought revenge against the boy's family for the death of his brother, according to police reports.

Sachin Pilot Alleges BJP-LDF Alliance in Kerala Polls

Sachin Pilot Alleges BJP-LDF Alliance in Kerala Polls

Rediff.com24 Mar 2026

Congress leader Sachin Pilot accuses the BJP of indirectly supporting the ruling LDF in the upcoming Kerala Assembly elections, alleging a hidden alliance for mutual benefit.

Cyber Fraud: Retired ITBP Officer Duped of 17.5 Lakh

Cyber Fraud: Retired ITBP Officer Duped of 17.5 Lakh

Rediff.com7 days ago

A retired ITBP officer in Punjab's Hoshiarpur district has reported an online fraud of approximately 17.52 lakh from his bank accounts. Police have registered a case and are investigating the incident.

Delhi Police Apprehend Three Juveniles in Ashok Vihar Stabbing

Delhi Police Apprehend Three Juveniles in Ashok Vihar Stabbing

Rediff.com18 Mar 2026

Three juveniles have been apprehended in connection with the stabbing of a 16-year-old boy in Delhi's Ashok Vihar, following a past dispute. One of the juveniles was recently released on bail in a murder case.

ED Freezes Assets Worth 22,000 Crore in PACL Ponzi Scheme Investigation

ED Freezes Assets Worth 22,000 Crore in PACL Ponzi Scheme Investigation

Rediff.com20 Mar 2026

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has attached assets worth over Rs 22,000 crore in its money laundering investigation against PACL (Pearls Group), accused of running a Rs 48,000 crore ponzi scheme.

15,000 Crore Restored to Investors in PACL Ponzi Scheme

15,000 Crore Restored to Investors in PACL Ponzi Scheme

Rediff.com5 days ago

The Enforcement Directorate has restored assets worth over 15,000 crore to a Supreme Court-appointed committee for distribution to investors defrauded in the PACL (Pearls Group) Ponzi scheme.

Shah Alleges Bengal Infiltration Threatens National Security

Shah Alleges Bengal Infiltration Threatens National Security

Rediff.com7 days ago

Union Home Minister Amit Shah sharpened the BJP's campaign for the West Bengal assembly polls, releasing a 'charge sheet' against the TMC government and framing the election as a battle for the country's security.

Man Axed to Death in Bilaspur Following Argument

Man Axed to Death in Bilaspur Following Argument

Rediff.com14 Mar 2026

A sheep herder was murdered in the Guga Malhot area of Bilaspur district, allegedly by his helper following a financial dispute. The accused is currently absconding, and police are investigating.

Delhi Police Bust Illegal LPG Racket, Arrest Three

Delhi Police Bust Illegal LPG Racket, Arrest Three

Rediff.com22 Mar 2026

Delhi Police arrested three men in Mahipalpur for illegally hoarding LPG cylinders and selling them at inflated prices. The raid uncovered a large number of domestic and commercial cylinders, along with refilling equipment.

Maharashtra Assembly Hears Claims of Political Protection for Teak Smuggling Operations

Maharashtra Assembly Hears Claims of Political Protection for Teak Smuggling Operations

Rediff.com18 Mar 2026

The opposition in the Maharashtra assembly has alleged that teak wood smugglers in the Chandrapur district are receiving political protection, hindering efforts to combat illegal logging.

Dehradun Police Solve Sack Murder Case, Arrest Husband

Dehradun Police Solve Sack Murder Case, Arrest Husband

Rediff.com19 Mar 2026

Uttarakhand Police have arrested a man for the murder of his wife, whose body was found in a sack in a Dehradun forest. The investigation revealed the husband was living with another woman and had a motive for the crime.

Delhi Man Dies After Being Run Over by Excavator; Family Alleges Negligence

Delhi Man Dies After Being Run Over by Excavator; Family Alleges Negligence

Rediff.com7 days ago

A 27-year-old man was killed after being run over by an excavator in Delhi's Shakurpur area. The driver has been arrested, and the family alleges negligence.

Delhi Woman Arrested for Duping Resident with Fake Loan Offer

Delhi Woman Arrested for Duping Resident with Fake Loan Offer

Rediff.com15 Mar 2026

A 40-year-old woman has been arrested in Delhi for allegedly defrauding a resident of Rs 20,000 under the guise of arranging a loan through social media. The accused, Satvinder Kaur, was apprehended after a technical investigation revealed her involvement in the scam.

Delhi Police Nab Gang Associate Linked to Murder and Extortion

Delhi Police Nab Gang Associate Linked to Murder and Extortion

Rediff.com14 Mar 2026

A 26-year-old man, allegedly associated with the Kapil Sangwan gang and involved in multiple criminal cases, has been arrested from Haryana.

Bihar murder suspect arrested in Delhi after months on the run

Bihar murder suspect arrested in Delhi after months on the run

Rediff.com15 Mar 2026

A man wanted in connection with a murder and robbery case in Bihar has been arrested in Delhi after being on the run for five months.

Opposition Slams Punjab CM for Rejecting CBI Probe in Official's Suicide Case

Opposition Slams Punjab CM for Rejecting CBI Probe in Official's Suicide Case

Rediff.com24 Mar 2026

Opposition parties in Punjab are criticising Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann for refusing to order a CBI investigation into the suicide of a warehousing corporation official, alleging a cover-up to protect a former minister.

Delhi Police ASI Nabbed in Bribery Sting Over Dowry Case

Delhi Police ASI Nabbed in Bribery Sting Over Dowry Case

Rediff.com16 Mar 2026

An assistant sub-inspector (ASI) of the Delhi Police was arrested by the vigilance unit for allegedly accepting a bribe of 20,000 in connection with a dowry harassment case.

Kolkata Police Uncovers SIM Box Scam Impersonating Law Enforcement

Kolkata Police Uncovers SIM Box Scam Impersonating Law Enforcement

Rediff.com18 Mar 2026

Kolkata Police have dismantled a cyber fraud network operating illegal 'SIM box devices' to impersonate law enforcement officials, leading to the arrest of two individuals and the recovery of crucial equipment.

'We were kept in jail for 50 days': Indian sailors recount escape from Iran

'We were kept in jail for 50 days': Indian sailors recount escape from Iran

Rediff.com3 days ago

A group of Indian sailors recount their harrowing experience of being detained in Iran on suspicion of smuggling, and their subsequent escape from the country as regional tensions escalated into open conflict.

Former Punjab Minister Bhullar Arrested in Suicide Case

Former Punjab Minister Bhullar Arrested in Suicide Case

Rediff.com23 Mar 2026

Former Punjab minister Laljit Singh Bhullar has been arrested in connection with the suicide of a state warehousing corporation official who accused the AAP MLA of harassment. The arrest follows demands for a CBI probe and political uproar.

Delhi Man Held for Stabbing Victim After Harassment Confrontation

Delhi Man Held for Stabbing Victim After Harassment Confrontation

Rediff.com14 Mar 2026

Delhi Police have arrested a 19-year-old man for allegedly stabbing a youth in Model Town after the victim's family confronted him about harassing a woman in the neighbourhood.