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Delhi blast suspects did multiple recces of Red Fort area; target was R-Day

Delhi blast suspects did multiple recces of Red Fort area; target was R-Day

Rediff.com12 Nov 2025

The police suspect the recces were part of a larger conspiracy to target the historic monument on January 26, which might have failed due to intense patrolling in the area at the time.

SIT Formed to Investigate Drug Bust Involving TDP MP and Ex-BRS MLA

SIT Formed to Investigate Drug Bust Involving TDP MP and Ex-BRS MLA

Rediff.com17 Mar 2026

Telangana Police have formed a Special Investigation Team (SIT) to investigate a drug bust at a farmhouse in Moinabad involving a TDP MP and a former BRS MLA.

Whenever Kejriwal was attacked...: Oppn on assault on Delhi CM

Whenever Kejriwal was attacked...: Oppn on assault on Delhi CM

Rediff.com20 Aug 2025

'This also exposes the fact that women are not safe in Delhi. People come here for safety. The police should wake up and address the issue of women's safety'

ED Attaches Assets in Goa Nightclub Fire Money Laundering Case

ED Attaches Assets in Goa Nightclub Fire Money Laundering Case

Rediff.com8 Apr 2026

The Enforcement Directorate has attached assets worth Rs 17.45 crore as part of its money laundering investigation against the promoters of a Goa-based nightclub where 25 people were killed in a fire in December 2025.

'Killed him over personal grudge': Delhi cafe shooter in video confession

'Killed him over personal grudge': Delhi cafe shooter in video confession

Rediff.com24 Jan 2026

A man accused of fatally shooting a 24-year-old at a cafe in northeast Delhi confessed to the crime in a social media video, citing a grudge over a past altercation. Police are investigating the incident and the claims made in the video.

Patnaik leaves Delhi police with credibility crisis

Patnaik leaves Delhi police with credibility crisis

Rediff.com29 Feb 2020

The national capital witnessed the worst riots in last three decades this week, with allegations of police acting as mute spectators when angry mobs ran riot on the streets of northeast Delhi.

Midnight raid: NHRC asks Delhi police to take action

Midnight raid: NHRC asks Delhi police to take action

Rediff.com31 Mar 2014

National Human Rights Commission has directed the Delhi Police to take "appropriate action" in connection with the midnight raid conducted by former Law Minister Somnath Bharti and his supporters in South Delhi's Khirki Extension area on what he alleged was a drug and prostitution racket involving Ugandan women.

Dhurandhar And The Politics Of Storytelling

Dhurandhar And The Politics Of Storytelling

Rediff.com14 Apr 2026

The Dhurandhar movies will undoubtedly shape the minds of the audience much more than news reports, court investigations, books and documentaries. But it is worth remembering that Pakistan's irridentist claims against India's national security have succeeded due to strategic planning, diplomacy, and the unsung heroines and heroes across government agencies, not due to a single maverick leader, points out Shweta Desai.But it is worth to remember that Pakistan's irredentist claims against India's national security have succeeded due to strategic planning, diplomacy, and the unsung heroines and heroes across government agencies -- not a single maverick, points out Shweta Desai.

Delhi Police issues notice to Rahul Gandhi over his remark

Delhi Police issues notice to Rahul Gandhi over his remark

Rediff.com16 Mar 2023

Taking cognisance of social media posts, police have sent a questionnaire and asked him 'to give details about women who approached him regarding sexual harassment'.

Punjab ex-minister Bhullar arrested in official's suicide case

Punjab ex-minister Bhullar arrested in official's suicide case

Rediff.com23 Mar 2026

Former Punjab minister and AAP MLA Laljit Singh Bhullar has been arrested for allegedly abetting the suicide of a state warehousing corporation official. The arrest follows accusations of harassment and pressure related to a warehouse tender.

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.

Second Accused in Salim Wastik Attack Dies After Encounter

Second Accused in Salim Wastik Attack Dies After Encounter

Rediff.com4 Mar 2026

The second accused in the attack on YouTuber Salim Ahmed, also known as Salim Wastik, has died from injuries sustained during a police encounter in Ghaziabad. The accused, Gulfaam, had a reward of Rs 1 lakh on his head and was wanted in connection with the attack on Wastik.

Blast Outside Punjab BJP Headquarters Sparks Security Concerns

Blast Outside Punjab BJP Headquarters Sparks Security Concerns

Rediff.com1 Apr 2026

An explosion outside the Punjab BJP headquarters in Chandigarh caused panic and prompted an investigation by the National Investigation Agency. No casualties were reported, but the incident has raised concerns about security and law and order in the region.

Arrested by Punjab police, halted in Haryana, BJP's Bagga brought back by Delhi police

Arrested by Punjab police, halted in Haryana, BJP's Bagga brought back by Delhi police

Rediff.com6 May 2022

Bagga has been highly vocal against Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on social media.

Blast at Punjab BJP Office Sparks Panic and Investigation

Blast at Punjab BJP Office Sparks Panic and Investigation

Rediff.com2 Apr 2026

An explosion outside the Punjab BJP headquarters in Chandigarh caused panic, with a social media post claiming responsibility as retaliation for the killing of Sikh youths. Police suspect a crude device was used, and an investigation is underway.

NIA Investigates Blast Outside BJP Office in Chandigarh

NIA Investigates Blast Outside BJP Office in Chandigarh

Rediff.com2 Apr 2026

An explosion outside the Punjab BJP headquarters in Chandigarh has triggered an investigation by the NIA, raising concerns about security and potential threats to party officials.

MPs demand action against Delhi Police, CRPF personnel

MPs demand action against Delhi Police, CRPF personnel

Rediff.com19 Feb 2014

Members in both Houses of Parliament on Wednesday demanded stringent action against Delhi Police and CRPF personnel for assaulting and detaining two Left MPs and several students protesting growing attacks on Northeastern people in Delhi last week.

Delhi blast: NIA nabs eighth accused, a J-K doc, over harbouring bomber

Delhi blast: NIA nabs eighth accused, a J-K doc, over harbouring bomber

Rediff.com9 Dec 2025

The accused, identified as Dr Bilal Naseer Malla, a resident of Jammu and Kashmir's Baramulla, was nabbed by an NIA team from Delhi.

Undertrial Prisoner Dies After Being Found Unconscious in Mandoli Jail

Undertrial Prisoner Dies After Being Found Unconscious in Mandoli Jail

Rediff.com1 Mar 2026

A 35-year-old undertrial prisoner, Azad, died at GTB Hospital in Delhi after being found unconscious in Mandoli Jail. His family alleges he was assaulted, prompting an investigation.

Zubair's tweet threatened communal harmony: Delhi Police

Zubair's tweet threatened communal harmony: Delhi Police

Rediff.com28 Jun 2022

A day after fact-checking website Alt News co-founder Mohammad Zubair was arrested by the Delhi Police, officials said on Tuesday that his 'objectionable tweet of 2018 led to a Twitter storm with hate speeches, detrimental to communal harmony'.

Former Punjab Minister Bhullar Arrested in Suicide Case

Former Punjab Minister Bhullar Arrested in Suicide Case

Rediff.com24 Mar 2026

Former Punjab minister Laljit Singh Bhullar has been arrested following the suicide of a state warehousing corporation official who accused the AAP MLA of harassment. The arrest follows public outcry and political pressure for accountability in the case.

Delhi Police denies nod for Cong's mega protest today

Delhi Police denies nod for Cong's mega protest today

Rediff.com5 Aug 2022

The Delhi Police has denied permission to the Congress for holding a protest in the national capital on Friday, citing that prohibitory orders are in place in New Delhi district, officials said.

Action on Ramdev supporters justified: Delhi Police

Action on Ramdev supporters justified: Delhi Police

Rediff.com17 Jun 2011

Delhi Police on Friday justified in the Supreme Court its midnight crackdown on yoga guru Baba Ramdev and his supporters protesting against corruption and black money at the Ramlila Maidan in New Delhi, saying permission had been given only to hold a yoga camp.

Government apologises for police action on protesters

Government apologises for police action on protesters

Rediff.com24 Dec 2012

Hours after police crackdown on students protesting against the Delhi gangrape, Minister of State for Home R P N Singh tonight apologised to those who were injured during the clashes but said the police action came due to the violence perpetrated by "lumpen elements".

SC transfers all FIRs against Jindal in Prophet row to Delhi police

SC transfers all FIRs against Jindal in Prophet row to Delhi police

Rediff.com4 Nov 2022

The Supreme Court on Friday directed that all FIRs against expelled Bharatiya Janata Party leader Naveen Kumar Jindal lodged across the country in connection with his alleged derogatory remarks against Prophet Mohammed be transferred to the Delhi police.

Cong says cops barged into its HQ, beat up workers; Delhi Police denies

Cong says cops barged into its HQ, beat up workers; Delhi Police denies

Rediff.com16 Jun 2022

The Congress alleged that Delhi Police personnel forcibly entered its headquarters and beat up party workers and leaders on Wednesday, on a day the party staged vociferous protests against the questioning of Rahul Gandhi by the Enforcement Directorate for the third consecutive day.

FIR Against Ghooskhor Pandat; Promos Taken Down

FIR Against Ghooskhor Pandat; Promos Taken Down

Rediff.com6 Feb 2026

'The story of Ghooskhor Pandat focuses on an individual's actions and choices and does not comment on or represent any caste, religion, or community. As a filmmaker, I approach my work with a deep sense of responsibility -- to tell stories that are thoughtful and respectful.'

Second Accused in YouTuber Attack Injured in Ghaziabad Encounter

Second Accused in YouTuber Attack Injured in Ghaziabad Encounter

Rediff.com3 Mar 2026

The second suspect in the attack on YouTuber Salim Ahmed, known as Salim Wastik, was seriously injured in a police encounter in Ghaziabad. This follows the death of the first suspect in a previous encounter. The victim was attacked in his office and sustained critical injuries.

Amit Shah calls for unified ATS structure for police across India

Amit Shah calls for unified ATS structure for police across India

Rediff.com27 Dec 2025

Union Home Minister Amit Shah emphasizes the need for a unified anti-terrorism structure and a strong anti-terrorism grid across India to effectively counter terror attacks. He also announced a new plan to combat organized crime.

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.

Uttar Pradesh STF Uncovers Exam Cheating Racket Using Forged Disability Certificates

Uttar Pradesh STF Uncovers Exam Cheating Racket Using Forged Disability Certificates

Rediff.com26 Mar 2026

The Uttar Pradesh Special Task Force (STF) has dismantled a gang involved in facilitating cheating in competitive exams by using forged disability certificates and arranging scribes in violation of regulations. Nine individuals have been arrested in connection with the scam.

YouTuber critical of some Islamic practices stabbed in Ghaziabad

YouTuber critical of some Islamic practices stabbed in Ghaziabad

Rediff.com28 Feb 2026

YouTuber Salim Ahmed, known as Salim Wastik, was stabbed in his Ghaziabad office after allegedly posting controversial videos. Police are investigating the attack and have filed an FIR.

Day after CBI summons, Satya Pal Malik visits Delhi police station

Day after CBI summons, Satya Pal Malik visits Delhi police station

Rediff.com22 Apr 2023

The CBI move comes barely a week after Malik gave an interview to The Wire, in which he made critical remarks about the BJP-led Centre, especially regarding its handling of Jammu and Kashmir where he served as the last governor before the erstwhile state was bifurcated into Union territories.

BJP-TMC clash dominates as Bengal heads into final phase voting

BJP-TMC clash dominates as Bengal heads into final phase voting

Rediff.com28 Apr 2026

The campaign for the current election cycle ended on Monday as canvassing for the final phase in West Bengal concluded with a bitter war of words between rival parties over cross-border infiltration, corruption, unemployment and the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls.

Woman lawyer alleges sexual assault in police custody; SC issues notice

Woman lawyer alleges sexual assault in police custody; SC issues notice

Rediff.com19 Dec 2025

The Supreme Court on Friday sought responses from the Centre, Uttar Pradesh government and others on a plea filed by a woman advocate alleging illegal detention and custodial sexual assault at a police station in Noida.

Employees who left Al Falah after Delhi blast under scanner

Employees who left Al Falah after Delhi blast under scanner

Rediff.com19 Nov 2025

More than 200 doctors and staff at Al Falah University here are under the scanner of the investigative agencies following the blast in a car near the Red Fort on November 10, sources said.

'Home ministry interference crippled Delhi police'

'Home ministry interference crippled Delhi police'

Rediff.com27 Feb 2020

We are becoming more cruel and less civilised

'Is This A Slavery System In India?'

'Is This A Slavery System In India?'

Rediff.com28 Apr 2026

'Workers are the people who create all the wealth in this country. How can you call them anti-national?'

Shops shut, streets tense at Turkman Gate after demolition drive

Shops shut, streets tense at Turkman Gate after demolition drive

Rediff.com7 Jan 2026

Shuttered shops, overturned scooters, broken tiles and stones marked the narrow lanes near the Turkman Gate area in New Delhi on Wednesday, as the locality remained tense and under heavy security following violence during an anti-encroachment drive.

Delhi Police seeks probe before filing FIR in wrestlers' harassment case

Delhi Police seeks probe before filing FIR in wrestlers' harassment case

Rediff.com26 Apr 2023

The law officer said let an impression be not created that the FIR has not been registered despite the court asking for it.