News for 'Burns'

'Mamata Banerjee Will Go To Jail'

'Mamata Banerjee Will Go To Jail'

Rediff.com15 Jun 2026

'You think it is written somewhere that she will not? She might escape for two months, perhaps a little longer. But she will go.'

Karnataka Man Allegedly Sets Wife Ablaze Over Nightdress Dispute

Karnataka Man Allegedly Sets Wife Ablaze Over Nightdress Dispute

Rediff.com22 Apr 2026

A 34-year-old man in Karnataka has been arrested for allegedly setting his wife on fire after an argument over her wearing a nightdress instead of a sari. The incident occurred in Nandgad village, where the accused, Krishna Patil, reportedly had frequent disputes with his wife, Manjula Patil, over her choice of attire. Manjula sustained severe burn injuries and is receiving treatment.

Domestic Help Gets Life Sentence For Employer's Murder

Domestic Help Gets Life Sentence For Employer's Murder

Rediff.com8 May 2026

A court in Jhansi, Uttar Pradesh, has sentenced a domestic help to life imprisonment for the murder of his employer nearly two years ago. The accused, Wasim, confessed to the crime, citing a financial dispute as the motive.

Tempo Driver Set On Fire After Party Refusal

Tempo Driver Set On Fire After Party Refusal

Rediff.com27 Apr 2026

A 40-year-old tempo driver in Delhi was allegedly set on fire by an acquaintance after refusing to host a party and provide more liquor. The victim sustained severe burn injuries and is receiving treatment.

Kerala toddler tortured to death; mother, partner arrested

Kerala toddler tortured to death; mother, partner arrested

Rediff.com31 May 2026

A woman and her partner have been arrested in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, following the death of her one-and-a-half-year-old child, who allegedly suffered brutal abuse.

Rajasthan: Family Murdered And Set Ablaze In Car

Rajasthan: Family Murdered And Set Ablaze In Car

Rediff.com28 May 2026

Four members of a family, including a former sarpanch, his mother, and second wife, were allegedly murdered before their bodies were set ablaze inside a vehicle in Rajasthan. Police suspect the involvement of the ex-sarpanch's first wife and children, who have been detained for questioning.

Two-Year-Old Dies In Hut Fire In Meerut

Two-Year-Old Dies In Hut Fire In Meerut

Rediff.com30 Apr 2026

A two-year-old child died after being burnt in a fire that broke out in a hut in the Kankerkhera area of Meerut on Thursday evening, police said.

Delhi fire deaths: 'He kept pleading, save me, save me'

Delhi fire deaths: 'He kept pleading, save me, save me'

Rediff.com3 May 2026

Families and friends of the victims of the Vivek Vihar fire in Delhi recount the harrowing moments and desperate calls for help from those trapped in the blaze.

CPI(M) Alleges Fraud In Cooperative Society After Depositor's Suicide

CPI(M) Alleges Fraud In Cooperative Society After Depositor's Suicide

Rediff.com30 May 2026

CPI(M) state secretary M V Govindan has accused a Kozhikode-based cooperative society of fraud following the alleged suicide of a depositor, claiming the society, run by local Congress leaders, failed to return the deceased's money.

Before Obsession, 10 Desi Must Watch Horror Gems

Before Obsession, 10 Desi Must Watch Horror Gems

Rediff.com10 Jun 2026

From psychological mind-benders to folklore nightmares and zombie comedies, these 10 Hindi horror films prove Bollywood has produced far more than just things that go bump in the night.

Delhi fire: Mother holding child among many who jumped to escape

Delhi fire: Mother holding child among many who jumped to escape

Rediff.com3 Jun 2026

A devastating fire at a South Delhi bed-and-breakfast claimed at least 21 lives, prompting heroic efforts from locals who spread mattresses to save panic-stricken occupants jumping from the burning building.

Kerala Toddler's Death Ruled As Murder After Postmortem

Kerala Toddler's Death Ruled As Murder After Postmortem

Rediff.com30 May 2026

The death of a one-and-a-half-year-old boy in Nedumangad, Kerala, is now being investigated as a murder after a postmortem revealed severe internal and external injuries. The child's mother's partner is suspected of causing the fatal injuries, and police are also investigating the mother's potential involvement.

A R Rahman's 10 Unforgettable Item Numbers

A R Rahman's 10 Unforgettable Item Numbers

Rediff.com29 May 2026

Explore the infectious allure of A R Rahman's timeless item numbers, from the classic Rukmani Rukmani to his latest hit Hellallallo.

Karnataka Man Arrested For Setting Wife Ablaze Over Nightdress

Karnataka Man Arrested For Setting Wife Ablaze Over Nightdress

Rediff.com22 Apr 2026

A man in Karnataka has been arrested for allegedly setting his wife ablaze after an argument over her wearing a nightdress instead of a sari. The woman sustained severe burns and is receiving treatment.

Haryana, Himachal Police Recreate Tutor's Murder Scene

Haryana, Himachal Police Recreate Tutor's Murder Scene

Rediff.com15 May 2026

Haryana and Himachal Pradesh police teams recreate the murder of an Ambala tutor in a Himachal forest, with the accused taken to the scene where he allegedly tried to burn the body.

Death toll would have been higher if...: Ahmedabad plane crash saviour

Death toll would have been higher if...: Ahmedabad plane crash saviour

Rediff.com10 Jun 2026

Satinder Singh Sandhu, a supervisor with 108 Emergency Services, recounts the horrific scenes and his biggest regret from the AI-171 plane crash in Ahmedabad, which claimed 260 lives.

Odisha Police Probe Custody Death After Torture Allegations

Odisha Police Probe Custody Death After Torture Allegations

Rediff.com1 Jun 2026

A daily wage labourer in Odisha has died in police custody, with his family alleging torture and hot water burns. The state police chief has ordered a high-level probe, and staff at the police station have been transferred.

Indian national killed in Iranian attack on Kuwait airport

Indian national killed in Iranian attack on Kuwait airport

Rediff.com3 Jun 2026

An Indian national was killed in an attack on Kuwait International Airport, prompting the Indian Embassy to offer condolences and assistance. The attack, attributed to Iranian strikes, led to the suspension of air traffic and caused casualties and damage.

Man Arrested For Removing Skull From Pyre For Occult Practice

Man Arrested For Removing Skull From Pyre For Occult Practice

Rediff.com5 May 2026

A man has been arrested in Hapur for allegedly removing part of a skull from a burning pyre to influence a woman through occult practice.

Delhi Hotel Fire: Relatives grieve, say 'entire family destroyed in hours'

Delhi Hotel Fire: Relatives grieve, say 'entire family destroyed in hours'

Rediff.com4 Jun 2026

Mahender Garg, who lost eight family members in the devastating hotel fire in Delhi's Malviya Nagar, recounted his cousin's frantic last call and questioned the hotel's safety arrangements, stating, 'My entire family has been destroyed. We never imagined something like this could happen to us.'

Couple Arrested After Toddler Dies From Suspected Abuse In Kerala

Couple Arrested After Toddler Dies From Suspected Abuse In Kerala

Rediff.com31 May 2026

A woman and her live-in partner have been arrested in Thiruvananthapuram in connection with the death of her one-and-a-half-year-old son, with allegations of abuse surfacing against the male accused.

Tragedy In Kerala: Pregnant Woman Dies In Car Fire

Tragedy In Kerala: Pregnant Woman Dies In Car Fire

Rediff.com15 May 2026

A pregnant woman died after the car she was travelling in caught fire in Kozhikode district, Kerala. Her husband, who was driving, escaped, but she could not be rescued. An investigation is underway to determine the cause of the fire.

Five Injured in Tri Nagar House Fire in Delhi

Five Injured in Tri Nagar House Fire in Delhi

Rediff.com27 Mar 2026

A house fire in Delhi's Tri Nagar area resulted in burn injuries to five people, including a young child. Fire services responded quickly to extinguish the blaze.

Delhi Man Dies After Setting Himself On Fire: Here's Why

Delhi Man Dies After Setting Himself On Fire: Here's Why

Rediff.com19 May 2026

A 29-year-old man died after allegedly setting himself on fire outside his wife's residence in northwest Delhi. The incident occurred after his wife left him due to domestic violence and allegations that he misrepresented himself as an Indian Forest Service officer.

5 killed as moving car catches fire on Delhi-Mumbai Expressway

5 killed as moving car catches fire on Delhi-Mumbai Expressway

Rediff.com30 Apr 2026

Five people were killed and another seriously injured after a car caught fire on the Delhi-Mumbai Expressway in Rajasthan's Alwar district.

'Why Did US Shoot A Missile Killing Indians?'

'Why Did US Shoot A Missile Killing Indians?'

Rediff.com13 Jun 2026

'The US was well aware of the nationality of the seafarers on board the vessels. It was not hidden. The nationality of those aboard a merchant ship is known to all the ports.' 'So, why did US shoot a missile that resulted in the deaths of the Indian mariners?'

Maa Behen Review: Madhuri Sparkles, Triptii Steals The Show

Maa Behen Review: Madhuri Sparkles, Triptii Steals The Show

Rediff.com4 Jun 2026

Madhuri's mix of silly, starry-eyed, sly and sentimental doesn't miss a single beat. A flawless Triptii Dimri steals the show in a role, finally worthy of her talent, applauds Sukanya Verma.

Water Could Help India Cut Fuel Consumption, Emissions

Water Could Help India Cut Fuel Consumption, Emissions

Rediff.com17 May 2026

A Monaco-based fuel technology company, FOWE Eco Solutions, claims its patented Cavitech fuel emulsion technology can help industries slash fuel consumption, reduce emissions, and improve equipment performance by using water in fuel.

Water Could Help India Cut Fuel Consumption, Emissions

Water Could Help India Cut Fuel Consumption, Emissions

Rediff.com17 May 2026

A Monaco-based fuel technology company, FOWE Eco Solutions, claims its patented Cavitech fuel emulsion technology can help industries slash fuel consumption, reduce emissions, and improve equipment performance by using water.

Can Water Be The Answer To India's Fuel Import Woes?

Can Water Be The Answer To India's Fuel Import Woes?

Rediff.com17 May 2026

A Monaco-based fuel technology company, FOWE Eco Solutions, claims its patented Cavitech fuel emulsion technology can help India reduce fuel consumption, emissions, and improve equipment performance by using water in a fuel-oil-water emulsion.

Children Injured as School Van Catches Fire in Muzaffarnagar

Children Injured as School Van Catches Fire in Muzaffarnagar

Rediff.com10 Apr 2026

A school van caught fire in Muzaffarnagar, India, resulting in serious burn injuries to five children and the driver. The incident occurred near Samaspur village, and a short circuit is suspected to be the cause.

Main Vaapas Aaunga Review: Heartfelt, Moving Drama

Main Vaapas Aaunga Review: Heartfelt, Moving Drama

Rediff.com12 Jun 2026

Main Vaapas Aaunga transcends its flaws to deliver a profoundly moving plea for humanity, anchored by heartbreakingly brilliant performances, observes Sreeju Sudhakaran.

Dalit Man Tries Self-Immolation After Casteist Attack

Dalit Man Tries Self-Immolation After Casteist Attack

Rediff.com19 Apr 2026

A Dalit man in Muzaffarnagar, Uttar Pradesh, attempted self-immolation after allegedly being assaulted and subjected to casteist slurs by an influential local man. The accused has been arrested, and the victim is in critical condition.

Kerala Boy Suffered Weeks Of Abuse Before Death

Kerala Boy Suffered Weeks Of Abuse Before Death

Rediff.com2 Jun 2026

A one-and-a-half-year-old boy in Kerala died after allegedly enduring weeks of brutal physical abuse, with a post-mortem examination revealing 51 injuries. The child's mother and her partner have been arrested in connection with the case.

US, Iran 'very close' to peace deal, Strait of Hormuz in focus

US, Iran 'very close' to peace deal, Strait of Hormuz in focus

Rediff.com22 May 2026

The United States and Iran are engaged in indirect talks aimed at developing a framework for a possible agreement, according to Iran's ISNA News Agency. Intensive mediation efforts are underway, but it remains uncertain whether a final agreement is within reach.

Rajasthan Teachers Face Action Over Minister Protest

Rajasthan Teachers Face Action Over Minister Protest

Rediff.com24 May 2026

Several teachers in Kota have been booked for allegedly holding an unauthorised demonstration against Rajasthan's Education Minister, including burning his effigy and raising slogans.

Interstate Probe Uncovers Haryana Woman's Murder

Interstate Probe Uncovers Haryana Woman's Murder

Rediff.com14 May 2026

Police in Haryana and Himachal Pradesh have solved the murder of a 32-year-old woman from Ambala, whose partially-burnt body was found in a forest in Sirmaur district. The accused, a married man, has confessed to the crime, revealing a premeditated plan to dispose of the body after poisoning the victim.

Bride-to-be Attacked with Acid by Groom's Girlfriend in Delhi

Bride-to-be Attacked with Acid by Groom's Girlfriend in Delhi

Rediff.com15 Apr 2026

A 21-year-old bride-to-be in Delhi was attacked with acid, allegedly by the groom's girlfriend, during her pre-wedding celebrations. The victim is hospitalised with burns, and the attacker has been arrested.

Iran War Burns India's Exporters: Stranded at Sea, Billed For A War They Never Started

Iran War Burns India's Exporters: Stranded at Sea, Billed For A War They Never Started

Rediff.com20 Mar 2026

'Every day the meter is ticking. Like a time bomb.' Shipping giants are billing Indian exporters up to $3,000 per container in war surcharges -- on cargo that sailed before the war began -- as the Strait of Hormuz shuts down.

No Foden, Palmer as Tuchel unveils bold England World Cup squad

No Foden, Palmer as Tuchel unveils bold England World Cup squad

Rediff.com22 May 2026

England manager Thomas Tuchel made several bold selection calls for the World Cup, leaving out Phil Foden, Cole Palmer and Harry Maguire while recalling Ivan Toney and backing a new-look squad built on chemistry and trust.