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Fake Police Rob Man in Currency Exchange Scam

Fake Police Rob Man in Currency Exchange Scam

Rediff.com4 Mar 2026

Eight people have been arrested for posing as police officers and robbing a man of 5,000 in a currency exchange scam near Kalyan railway station.

Woman Climbs Water Tank In Lucknow Over Husband's Disappearance

Woman Climbs Water Tank In Lucknow Over Husband's Disappearance

Rediff.com17 May 2026

A 22-year-old woman climbed a water tank in Lucknow after her husband went missing. Police successfully brought her down after hours of counselling and contacted her husband.

Man Held In Thane For Goa Woman's Murder And Robbery

Man Held In Thane For Goa Woman's Murder And Robbery

Rediff.com21 May 2026

A man accused of robbing and murdering a 58-year-old woman in Goa has been arrested by police in Thane district.

Why Noida Police Officers Were Suspended in Rape Case

Why Noida Police Officers Were Suspended in Rape Case

Rediff.com20 Mar 2026

Noida Police have suspended two officers for failing to include key legal provisions in a rape case FIR, including those related to unlawful religious conversion and the SC/ST Act.

Prayagraj Man Killed After Dispute Over Kiosk

Prayagraj Man Killed After Dispute Over Kiosk

Rediff.com21 May 2026

A 25-year-old man was shot dead in Prayagraj following a dispute over a wooden kiosk that was allegedly set ablaze at a Ganga ghat.

Case Filed Against 'Advocates' For Threatening Delhi Police Officer

Case Filed Against 'Advocates' For Threatening Delhi Police Officer

Rediff.com1 Jun 2026

Delhi Police have registered a case against several individuals claiming to be advocates for allegedly threatening a police officer and obstructing him from duty inside Shakarpur police station.

Belagavi Firm Owner Arrested Over Investment Fraud Allegations

Belagavi Firm Owner Arrested Over Investment Fraud Allegations

Rediff.com16 May 2026

The owner of Shivam Associates in Belagavi has been arrested following allegations of multi-crore investment fraud and unregulated financial activities. Authorities are investigating the firm's dealings with thousands of investors.

Twisha Sharma Death: Court Denies Bail To Husband, Police Offer Reward

Twisha Sharma Death: Court Denies Bail To Husband, Police Offer Reward

Rediff.com18 May 2026

A local court has rejected the anticipatory bail plea of Samarth Singh, the husband of deceased model and actress Twisha Sharma, who was found dead in her home. Police have announced a reward for information leading to his arrest as the family alleges dowry-related harassment and murder.

Madhya Pradesh: BJP Protest After Leader Allegedly Slapped By Cop

Madhya Pradesh: BJP Protest After Leader Allegedly Slapped By Cop

Rediff.com8 May 2026

BJP workers in Indore protested after a party leader claimed he was slapped by a traffic police officer. Disciplinary action has been taken against three police personnel.

Major fire at Mumbai's Income Tax building, several people evacuated

Major fire at Mumbai's Income Tax building, several people evacuated

Rediff.com17 Aug 2026

A significant fire broke out in the basement of the seven-storey Income Tax Office building at Churchgate, South Mumbai, on Monday afternoon, leading to the evacuation of numerous individuals, with no casualties reported so far.

Gurugram Man Kills Family, Attempts Suicide: What We Know

Gurugram Man Kills Family, Attempts Suicide: What We Know

Rediff.com3 May 2026

A man in Gurugram allegedly killed his wife and four children before attempting suicide at their home in Wazirpur village, police said.

9 killed, 7 injured in blast at illegal firecracker factory in Ahmedabad

9 killed, 7 injured in blast at illegal firecracker factory in Ahmedabad

Rediff.com18 Jul 2026

An explosion and subsequent fire at an unlicensed firecracker factory in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, resulted in the deaths of nine people and injuries to six others. The incident prompted condolences and financial aid from Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel, with authorities initiating an investigation into the illegal operation.

Shiv Sena corporator, supporters assault doctors inside hospital, booked

Shiv Sena corporator, supporters assault doctors inside hospital, booked

Rediff.com8 Jul 2026

A Shiv Sena corporator, Ramesh Sukrya Mhatre, and five associates have been booked for allegedly assaulting two doctors at a civic-run hospital in Kalyan, Thane, after a family was advised to transfer a newborn due to lack of NICU space. The incident, captured on video, led to widespread outrage and threats of protests from the Indian Medical Association.

Passenger Detained At Lucknow Airport For Carrying Firearm

Passenger Detained At Lucknow Airport For Carrying Firearm

Rediff.com1 May 2026

A 22-year-old passenger was detained at Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport in Lucknow after a country-made pistol was found in his baggage during security screening.

Daughter-In-Law Of Retired Judge Found Dead In Bhopal; Murder Alleged

Daughter-In-Law Of Retired Judge Found Dead In Bhopal; Murder Alleged

Rediff.com14 May 2026

The daughter-in-law of a retired judge was found dead in her husband's Bhopal home, with her family alleging murder. Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding her death.

Lucknow University Professor: No Evidence Of Exam Leak Found

Lucknow University Professor: No Evidence Of Exam Leak Found

Rediff.com17 May 2026

A preliminary police inquiry into allegations that an assistant professor at the University of Lucknow leaked examination papers has found no evidence of any leak so far, officials said. The accused teacher, Paramjeet Singh, was arrested and remanded to judicial custody after allegations surfaced that he pressured a student and offered her a leaked paper.

Delhi Man Shot After Allegedly Trying To Snatch Police Pistol

Delhi Man Shot After Allegedly Trying To Snatch Police Pistol

Rediff.com29 May 2026

A 26-year-old man was shot in the leg by police in Dwarka, Delhi, after allegedly attempting to snatch an officer's service pistol while evading arrest following a carjacking incident.

Suvendu issues 'final' warning, vows zero tolerance on attacks against police

Suvendu issues 'final' warning, vows zero tolerance on attacks against police

Rediff.com18 May 2026

West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari has declared a zero-tolerance policy towards vandalism and attacks on police personnel following violent protests in Kolkata. He warned of strict legal action and promised full government support for law enforcement.

AMMK chief files plaint against TVK over 'forged' support letter

AMMK chief files plaint against TVK over 'forged' support letter

Rediff.com9 May 2026

The AMMK has filed a complaint against the TVK, alleging the use of a forged support letter to claim government formation. The Guindy police are conducting a preliminary inquiry into the matter.

Kejriwal says CJP protesters forced Modi to yield, assures legal aid

Kejriwal says CJP protesters forced Modi to yield, assures legal aid

Rediff.com21 Jul 2026

Aam Aadmi Party convenor Arvind Kejriwal has strongly criticised the Central government's crackdown on Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) protesters, comparing the police brutality to that of the British Raj. He announced the launch of a helpline to provide medical and legal aid to injured protesters and their families.

Bangladesh police hand over Indian official's body to high commission

Bangladesh police hand over Indian official's body to high commission

Rediff.com20 May 2026

The body of Naren Dhar, an Indian Assistant High Commission Protocol Officer, was handed over to the Indian High Commission after his death in Chattogram, Bangladesh. Local authorities suspect no foul play, and a postmortem examination has been completed to determine the cause of death.

Suspended employee arrested for Badrinath temple donation irregularities

Suspended employee arrested for Badrinath temple donation irregularities

Rediff.com13 Jul 2026

Uttarakhand Police have arrested Pramod Nautiyal, a suspended employee of the Shri Badrinath-Kedarnath Temple Committee (BKTC), in connection with alleged irregularities in the handling of donations at the Badrinath temple. Nautiyal, formerly PA to the BKTC chairman, faces questioning after an FIR was lodged and an inquiry committee found prima facie evidence against him.

Person Detained After Animal Remains Found In Hindon River

Person Detained After Animal Remains Found In Hindon River

Rediff.com24 May 2026

Police in Ghaziabad have detained a person after animal remains were allegedly disposed of in the Hindon river. The action followed a report by the Ghaziabad Mayor, who claimed to have found children about to throw 'cow meat' into the river.

RPI Activists Protest Over Worker's Murder In Thane

RPI Activists Protest Over Worker's Murder In Thane

Rediff.com20 May 2026

Republican Party of India activists protested in Thane, Maharashtra, demanding the arrest of those involved in the attack on a party worker who died from his injuries.

3 newborns killed in Maha govt hospital fire, 36 rescued; probe ordered

3 newborns killed in Maha govt hospital fire, 36 rescued; probe ordered

Rediff.com24 Aug 2026

The incident, which occurred early Monday morning, was reportedly caused by a sparking ventilator.

Mumbai Railway Police Officers Sacked for Extortion

Mumbai Railway Police Officers Sacked for Extortion

Rediff.com3 Apr 2026

Three railway police officers in Mumbai have been dismissed from service after being found guilty of extorting money and gold from a jeweller at Mumbai Central station.

Hyderabad Police Hunt For Suspects In IPS Officer's Wife Murder

Hyderabad Police Hunt For Suspects In IPS Officer's Wife Murder

Rediff.com9 May 2026

Police in Hyderabad are investigating the murder of Tanuja, the wife of retired IPS officer Vinay Ranjan Ray. Investigators suspect the culprits, possibly Nepali nationals aided by a domestic worker, fled the city by train. Multiple teams are working to apprehend the suspects, and police have alerted forces in other states and the Sashastra Seema Bal.

Odisha Police Act After Constable Lynched By Mob

Odisha Police Act After Constable Lynched By Mob

Rediff.com10 May 2026

Four policemen have been suspended and two home guards disengaged from service in Odisha following the lynching of a GRP constable. The crime branch is investigating the incident, which occurred after allegations of attempted sexual assault. Opposition parties have criticised the state government over the incident.

Two Brothers Killed In Truck Accident On Kanpur Flyover

Two Brothers Killed In Truck Accident On Kanpur Flyover

Rediff.com2 May 2026

Two brothers died in Kanpur after their sand-laden dumper truck collided with a stationary truck on a flyover. The accident caused a significant traffic jam and required a three-hour rescue operation.

Maharashtra Family Arrested For Running Burglary Ring

Maharashtra Family Arrested For Running Burglary Ring

Rediff.com17 May 2026

Police in Thane, Maharashtra, have arrested two men and a teenager, and detained their minor sons, for allegedly carrying out a series of house break-ins and burglaries.

Man Kills Son Over Suspicion Of Affair With Mother

Man Kills Son Over Suspicion Of Affair With Mother

Rediff.com26 Apr 2026

A man in Prayagraj was arrested for allegedly killing his son due to suspicions of an illicit relationship with his mother.

Raipur Woman Constable Suicide: Police Investigate Circumstances

Raipur Woman Constable Suicide: Police Investigate Circumstances

Rediff.com12 Apr 2026

A woman constable was found dead in her residence in Raipur, Chhattisgarh, with police investigating the circumstances surrounding her death, which appears to be a suicide.

Dombivli Murder Case: Absconding Accused Arrested After Months On The Run

Dombivli Murder Case: Absconding Accused Arrested After Months On The Run

Rediff.com25 Apr 2026

Police investigating a 2023 murder case in Dombivli near Thane have apprehended an absconding accused from Nanded district, around 600 km from here, who was working as a mason after changing his appearance, an official said on Saturday.

Man Arrested In Kochi With MDMA, Ecstasy Pills

Man Arrested In Kochi With MDMA, Ecstasy Pills

Rediff.com17 Apr 2026

A 42-year-old man was arrested in Thrikkakara, Kochi, with a significant quantity of MDMA and ecstasy pills. The accused, Kevin B Mathew, was apprehended based on a tip-off and a search operation by the District Anti-Narcotic Special Action Force (DANSAF).

Pellet guns cannot be banned outright, specific misuse to be examined: SC

Pellet guns cannot be banned outright, specific misuse to be examined: SC

Rediff.com30 Jul 2026

The Supreme Court has stated that a complete ban on pellet guns is not possible as long as existing advisories permit their use for crowd control in exceptional circumstances by security agencies. However, the court clarified that allegations of specific misuse can be examined on a case-by-case basis, particularly in light of recent protests against the NEET paper leak.

Haryana Police Steps Up Security For NEET, Intensifies Drug Crackdown

Haryana Police Steps Up Security For NEET, Intensifies Drug Crackdown

Rediff.com29 May 2026

Haryana's Director General of Police, Ajay Singhal, chaired a review meeting to assess law and order, NEET exam security, and the progress of the drug-free campaign in the state.

Kanpur: NSI Director, 4 Others Booked For Illegal Tree Felling

Kanpur: NSI Director, 4 Others Booked For Illegal Tree Felling

Rediff.com5 Jun 2026

An FIR has been registered against five individuals, including the Director of the National Sugar Institute (NSI) in Kanpur, for the alleged illegal felling and uprooting of over 600 trees on the institute's campus. The case was filed after a complaint by a Regional Forest Officer, and an inspection revealed extensive unauthorised tree cutting over several months. Police have confirmed an ongoing investigation into the matter.

Kanpur Police Nab Mastermind in Illegal Kidney Transplant Ring

Kanpur Police Nab Mastermind in Illegal Kidney Transplant Ring

Rediff.com13 Apr 2026

Police in Kanpur have arrested the alleged mastermind of an illegal kidney transplant racket, who had been evading arrest for two weeks. The arrest brings the total number of accused in custody to ten, as the investigation widens to uncover a potentially multi-state and international organ trafficking network.

BJP Youth Wing Activist Killed In Surat Stabbing

BJP Youth Wing Activist Killed In Surat Stabbing

Rediff.com18 May 2026

A 21-year-old BJP youth wing activist was stabbed to death in Surat, Gujarat, due to a prior dispute. Police have identified the suspects and are investigating the incident.

Daughter Of IRS Officer Murdered In South Delhi Residence

Daughter Of IRS Officer Murdered In South Delhi Residence

Rediff.com22 Apr 2026

The daughter of a senior IRS officer was found murdered in her southeast Delhi residence. Police suspect sexual assault and are investigating a former domestic help who is absconding.