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Nagpur violence: Key accused's house razed; HC raps admn for high-handedness

Nagpur violence: Key accused's house razed; HC raps admn for high-handedness

Rediff.com24 Mar 2025

A few days back, the Nagpur Municipal Corporation issued a notice to Khan, citing various lapses and lack of the building plan approval (for his house), sources said.

Upset by BJP protest, Siddaramaiah raises hand at cop

Upset by BJP protest, Siddaramaiah raises hand at cop

Rediff.com29 Apr 2025

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah lost his temper and made a gesture by raising his hand at a police officer during a protest rally in Belagavi. The incident occurred when a group of people, allegedly BJP workers, attempted to disrupt his speech by displaying a black flag and shouting slogans. Siddaramaiah, visibly upset, summoned the police officer to the stage and instructed him to remove the disruptive individuals. The incident sparked a heated exchange between the CM and BJP leaders, with both sides accusing each other of disrupting rallies and resorting to violence.

OTT Expands The Geography Of Storytelling

OTT Expands The Geography Of Storytelling

Rediff.com10 Mar 2025

Writers and creators are telling more authentic stories based in states and cities that we may not have seen much of in mainstream media, such as Nagaland, Arunachal Pradesh, and Madhya Pradesh. Or ones that we have some mistaken notions about like Punjab, Delhi, Haryana, Bihar, Tamil Nadu, highlights Vanita Kohli-Khandekar.

Woman groped on flooded Lucknow road, 16 held; 8 cops face action

Woman groped on flooded Lucknow road, 16 held; 8 cops face action

Rediff.com2 Aug 2024

A woman riding pillion on a motorcycle was groped and harassed by a group of men in a waterlogged area in Lucknow, prompting police to arrest four people and take action against eight officials, including the deputy commissioner of police (DCP) concerned.

300 trafficked Indians revolt in Cambodia, several arrested: Andhra police

300 trafficked Indians revolt in Cambodia, several arrested: Andhra police

Rediff.com21 May 2024

As many as 150 youths from the port city and its vicinity have been stuck in Cambodia for a year already, where they are being coerced to carry out cyber crime and ponzi scams by Chinese handlers, the police said.

Mumbai commissioner orders 'Nirbhaya squad' at every police station

Mumbai commissioner orders 'Nirbhaya squad' at every police station

Rediff.com14 Sep 2021

A special squad consisting of women officials should be set up at every police station and patrolling should be intensified in areas where the occurrence of crime against women is more likely, Mumbai Police Commissioner Hemant Nagrale said.

The Jewel Thief You Must Watch Instead

The Jewel Thief You Must Watch Instead

Rediff.com30 Apr 2025

Re-watching 1967's Jewel Thief evokes the joy of cinema, with its perfect blend of thrill, suspense, romance and music. A film like that can never be remade or be tampered with in any way, observes Deepa Gahlot.

Out on bail, history-sheeter rapes woman inside in Shivshahi bus in Pune

Out on bail, history-sheeter rapes woman inside in Shivshahi bus in Pune

Rediff.com27 Feb 2025

According to the woman, as she was waiting for a bus for Phaltan in Satara district at one of the platforms around 5.45 am on Tuesday, a man approached her and engaged her in conversation, calling her 'Didi' (sister), and said the bus for Satara had arrived at another platform.

NADA suspends coach Ramesh for 'complicity' in doping

NADA suspends coach Ramesh for 'complicity' in doping

Rediff.com20 Apr 2025

Junior National team chief coach Ramesh Nagpuri was suspended by the National Anti Doping Agency for "complicity" in doping and seven athletes were in dock for "evading" tests after a slew of dope cases rocked Indian athletics.

Deaths feared as Kumbh rush triggers stampede at New Delhi railway station

Deaths feared as Kumbh rush triggers stampede at New Delhi railway station

Rediff.com16 Feb 2025

A stampede-like situation at New Delhi Railway Station on Saturday evening left at least 15 people injured, and fatalities are feared. The incident occurred due to overcrowding on platforms 14 and 15, triggered by a rush of passengers heading to Prayagraj for the Maha Kumbh. Eyewitnesses described a chaotic scene with passengers fainting from suffocation and a scramble for space. Authorities are investigating the incident, with initial reports suggesting overcrowding due to the influx of passengers for the religious festival. Rescue teams and fire tenders were dispatched to the scene, and the injured were taken to hospitals for treatment.

BMC drops plan to raze illegal portion of Dharavi mosque after protest

BMC drops plan to raze illegal portion of Dharavi mosque after protest

Rediff.com21 Sep 2024

A large number of police personnel have been deployed there to prevent any untoward incident in view of the prevailing situation, he said.

1 survives, at least 265 killed in AI crash in Ahmedabad

1 survives, at least 265 killed in AI crash in Ahmedabad

Rediff.com13 Jun 2025

An Air India aircraft with 242 passengers on board heading to London crashed in the Meghaninagar area near Ahmedabad airport on Thursday afternoon, the police said.

Jamia violence: Court queries police delay in handing over file to prosecutor

Jamia violence: Court queries police delay in handing over file to prosecutor

Rediff.com27 Nov 2022

The court said special public prosecutor Madhukar Pandey was appearing in the matter for the first time and, as the case file was handed to him recently, he sought an adjournment to prepare his submissions.

After killing Kolkata doctor, accused washed his clothes: Police

After killing Kolkata doctor, accused washed his clothes: Police

Rediff.com12 Aug 2024

The body of a woman post-graduate trainee who was allegedly raped and murdered inside a seminar hall of the hospital, was found on Friday morning. The civic volunteer was arrested on Saturday.

Noida, Gurugram malls evacuated after bomb threat

Noida, Gurugram malls evacuated after bomb threat

Rediff.com17 Aug 2024

Two malls in Gurugram and Noida were evacuated on Saturday after they received bomb threat emails with police later saying that nothing suspicious was found following anti-sabotage checks.

Rajkot civic staffers forged documents day after game zone fire: Police

Rajkot civic staffers forged documents day after game zone fire: Police

Rediff.com16 Jun 2024

The civic officials were involved in making forged entries in the inward register on May 26, a day after the incident, pertaining to the impact plan of the TRP game zone. The entry was shown as having been made on May 4, 2024, the police said.

Delhi Commissioner asks cops to intensify night vigil over terror threat

Delhi Commissioner asks cops to intensify night vigil over terror threat

Rediff.com10 Oct 2021

In view of the festival season, Delhi Police Commissioner Rakesh Asthana has instructed DCPs to renew emphasis on anti-terror measures, enhance police visibility on the ground and intensify night patrolling across the national capital, officials said on Sunday.

Why not commissioner made accountable: HC on gang-grape

Why not commissioner made accountable: HC on gang-grape

Rediff.com9 Jan 2013

The Delhi high court on Wednesday took strong exception that only a junior police officer was suspended in connection with the gang-rape of a 23-year-old student in New Delhi, and senior cops, including the police commissioner, have not been made accountable.

Security beefed up at major railway stations after Delhi stampede

Security beefed up at major railway stations after Delhi stampede

Rediff.com16 Feb 2025

Following a stampede at New Delhi railway station and large crowds arriving for the Maha Kumbh, authorities in Uttar Pradesh have implemented stringent security protocols at key railway stations including Prayagraj, Varanasi, Ayodhya, Kanpur, Lucknow and Mirzapur. Measures include restricted entry, holding areas for passengers, increased security personnel, and improved facilities to prevent overcrowding.

Protesters demand Ahir regiment in Army, clash with Gurugram police

Protesters demand Ahir regiment in Army, clash with Gurugram police

Rediff.com18 Nov 2022

Over 200 people were detained and several got injured in a clash between the police and protesters demanding the formation of an Ahir regiment in the Army, officials said.

Badal shooter visited Golden Temple day before attack

Badal shooter visited Golden Temple day before attack

Rediff.com5 Dec 2024

Narain Singh Chaura, a former Khalistani terrorist, attempted to kill Shiromani Akali Dal leader Sukhbir Singh Badal at the Golden Temple in Amritsar. Chaura, who had been visiting the temple for two days, opened fire at Badal from close range but missed as he was overpowered by plainclothes policemen. The police have seized a 9 mm pistol from Chaura and are investigating whether any organization was behind the incident or if it was carried out to "gain sympathy".

Ghaziabad woman ends life over workplace harassment

Ghaziabad woman ends life over workplace harassment

Rediff.com17 Jul 2024

The woman, who lived in Ghaziabad and worked at the firm located in Noida, was allegedly being harassed for the past five to six months, her family claimed.

After 5-hour drama, Delhi Police serves notice to Kejriwal over 'MLA poaching' claim

After 5-hour drama, Delhi Police serves notice to Kejriwal over 'MLA poaching' claim

Rediff.com3 Feb 2024

On Friday evening too, Crime Branch teams had visited the residences of Kejriwal and Delhi Minister Atishi. But sources said the police teams could not serve the notices as officials at Kejriwal's home refused to take it and Atishi was not present.

Boy killed by cow vigilantes: Dad points finger at landlord

Boy killed by cow vigilantes: Dad points finger at landlord

Rediff.com4 Sep 2024

The father of teenager Aryan Mishra, who was shot dead allegedly by cow vigilantes in a car chase in Faridabad, is restless with many questions about the death, such as why none of the other passengers in the vehicle were hurt in the attack.

Deshmukh told me extorted funds routed to Maha NCP chief: Ex-cop Param Bir

Deshmukh told me extorted funds routed to Maha NCP chief: Ex-cop Param Bir

Rediff.com13 Aug 2024

Singh asserted that Deshmukh set a staggering collection target of Rs 100 crore for his officers, specifically from Mumbai, while also discussing plans to target key opposition figures, including former Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis of the Bharatiya Janata Party.

Efforts made to prove driver was driving Porsche, say police; 2 cops suspended

Efforts made to prove driver was driving Porsche, say police; 2 cops suspended

Rediff.com24 May 2024

The Pune police chief told reporters that an internal inquiry has pointed to lapses on the part of some cops while registering the case and action will be taken against them.

Delhi police refuse nod for Ram Navmi procession in Jahangirpuri, Ramzan prayers in park

Delhi police refuse nod for Ram Navmi procession in Jahangirpuri, Ramzan prayers in park

Rediff.com28 Mar 2023

The Delhi police has denied permission to a group for holding 'Shree Ram Bhagwan Pratima Yatra' on Ram Navami in northwest Delhi's Jahangirpuri, which was rocked by violence during a Hanuman Jayanti procession last year, officials said on Tuesday.

Language row: Maha, K'taka suspend bus services after attacks

Language row: Maha, K'taka suspend bus services after attacks

Rediff.com25 Feb 2025

Bus services between Karnataka and Maharashtra have been suspended following attacks on buses and their crew. The decision was taken given the tension prevailing in the border district of Belagavi over a sensitive issue. The language row began after a group of people allegedly intercepted a KSRTC bus and assaulted its conductor and driver for not speaking to a passenger in Marathi. The passenger, a minor girl, also filed a complaint stating that the conductor misbehaved with her. However, the family of the minor girl has decided to withdraw the case and urged people to stop escalating the matter into a language dispute between Karnataka and Maharashtra.

MP shunts two police officers after lathi-charge on Bajrang Dal

MP shunts two police officers after lathi-charge on Bajrang Dal

Rediff.com16 Jun 2023

Two officers, including a deputy commissioner of police, were on Friday removed from field posting within 24 hours of a lathi-charge on Bajrang Dal activists staging an anti-drug mafia protest at a busy intersection in Indore.

RG Kar: 'My Daughter Was Killed Elsewhere'

RG Kar: 'My Daughter Was Killed Elsewhere'

Rediff.com23 Jan 2025

'A murder has occurred in the room, but there were no signs of struggle.' 'RG Kar says the body was discovered at 9:30 am. But the media was informed at 8:30 am.' 'We realised that crucial evidence was being destroyed.' 'She had several bite marks on her neck, but no swab was collected.' 'My daughter had 28 injuries on her body. But there was no DNA of the assailant under her nails.' 'Are you saying she did not try to defend herself?'

IPL player Abhishek under scanner after model found hanging in her Surat home

IPL player Abhishek under scanner after model found hanging in her Surat home

Rediff.com21 Feb 2024

Police investigating the suspected suicide of model Tania Singh will send a notice to cricketer Abhishek Sharma as the preliminary probe revealed the duo was friends and she had sent him a message on WhatsApp chat which was not responded to, a Surat police officer said on Wednesday.

Attack on Allu Arjun's house: All 6 granted bail; security stepped up

Attack on Allu Arjun's house: All 6 granted bail; security stepped up

Rediff.com24 Dec 2024

A Hyderabad court granted bail to six people who were arrested for vandalizing the residence of Telugu actor Allu Arjun. The incident sparked a political slugfest with the BJP and the BRS criticizing the Congress government. Meanwhile, Allu Arjun has been issued a notice to appear before police on Tuesday as part of the ongoing probe into a stampede during the screening of 'Pushpa-2'. The incident occurred on Sunday evening, when the six people, claiming to be members of the Osmania University - Joint Action Committee (OU-JAC), damaged flower pots and threw tomatoes at Arjun's residence. They were arrested by police and produced before a local court, which granted them bail on Monday. The incident has been condemned by politicians from various parties, with some alleging a Congress conspiracy.

Amulya Patnaik named new Delhi Police commissioner

Amulya Patnaik named new Delhi Police commissioner

Rediff.com30 Jan 2017

Patnaik, a 1985 batch IPS officer from the Union Territories cadre, replaces Alok Verma, who has been named as the new Central Bureau of Investigation director.

Mumbai traffic back on track after heavy rains, woman drowns

Mumbai traffic back on track after heavy rains, woman drowns

Rediff.com26 Sep 2024

The Mumbai civic body and police have advised all people in the city and surrounding areas to stay indoors as much as possible.

Not compensation, want action: Kin of Delhi coaching flood victim

Not compensation, want action: Kin of Delhi coaching flood victim

Rediff.com29 Jul 2024

Delvin's post-mortem was conducted on Monday and his body handed over to his family. His uncle will take the body to his village in Thiruvananthapuram.

Mumbai police search Tapi river for Salman's home shooting pistol

Mumbai police search Tapi river for Salman's home shooting pistol

Rediff.com22 Apr 2024

Based on the technical surveillance, they were apprehended on April 16 from a temple premises at Mata No Madh near Bhuj town in Gujarat by joint teams of the Mumbai and Kutch police.

Alert Punjab cop thwarted Badal's murder bid

Alert Punjab cop thwarted Badal's murder bid

Rediff.com4 Dec 2024

An alert Punjab Police ASI thwarted a murderous bid on Shiromani Akali Dal leader Sukhbir Singh Badal at the Golden Temple in Amritsar on Wednesday. The incident took place while Badal was sitting on a wheelchair due to a fractured leg. The attacker, Narain Singh Chaura, a former terrorist, was overpowered by the ASI before he could fire his weapon. The incident has sparked controversy, with the opposition party criticizing the ruling AAP government's security measures.

UP doctor duped of Rs 60 lakh after 'digital arrest'

UP doctor duped of Rs 60 lakh after 'digital arrest'

Rediff.com26 Jul 2024

Digital house arrest is a tactic where cybercriminals confine victims to their homes in order to scam them. The offenders generate fear by making audio or video calls, frequently posing as law enforcement officers using AI-generated voices or video technology.

Bibhav's assault could've killed Maliwal: Delhi Police

Bibhav's assault could've killed Maliwal: Delhi Police

Rediff.com19 May 2024

The Delhi Police in its remand paper submitted late Saturday evening seeking seven days custody of Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's aide Bibhav Kumar regarding the alleged assault on Aam Aadmi Party Rajya Sabha member Swati Maliwal said that it was a 'serious case' where the 'brutal assault' could have turned 'fatal'.

'As Long As Trudeau Is PM, There Won't Be De-escalating'

'As Long As Trudeau Is PM, There Won't Be De-escalating'

Rediff.com17 Oct 2024

'Canada doesn't want to de-escalate and neither does India. There is war when one party wants it, but peace is won by both parties.'