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Teenager Shot During Engagement Party Celebratory Firing in Uttar Pradesh

Teenager Shot During Engagement Party Celebratory Firing in Uttar Pradesh

Rediff.com11 Mar 2026

A 13-year-old boy was injured by a bullet during celebratory firing at an engagement ceremony in Bulandshahr, Uttar Pradesh. Police have registered a case and are investigating the incident.

Suvendu aide's family to decide on last rites after autopsy

Suvendu aide's family to decide on last rites after autopsy

Rediff.com5 days ago

Senior BJP leaders visited the residence of Chandranath Rath, a close aide of Suvendu Adhikari, who was shot dead in North 24 Parganas district. The family will decide on the last rites after the post-mortem examination. BJP workers demanded the arrest of those involved in the killing.

Noida Man Killed By Neighbour Over Waste Burning Row

Noida Man Killed By Neighbour Over Waste Burning Row

Rediff.com5 days ago

A 25-year-old man was allegedly shot dead by his neighbour in Greater Noida's Sakipur village following a dispute over burning of drain waste. The main accused was arrested after an encounter with police.

Woman Attempts Suicide At Delhi Hospital, Saved By Guard

Woman Attempts Suicide At Delhi Hospital, Saved By Guard

Rediff.com27 Apr 2026

A woman admitted to the psychiatry ward of Ram Manohar Lohia Hospital attempted self-immolation but was saved by a security guard.

Three 'Kaccha-Baniyan' Gang Members Arrested After Delhi Encounter

Three 'Kaccha-Baniyan' Gang Members Arrested After Delhi Encounter

Rediff.com7 days ago

Delhi Police arrested three suspected members of the 'kaccha-baniyan' gang after a shootout in Ambedkar Nagar. The gang is allegedly involved in a recent robbery in Sarvodaya Enclave, where residents were held hostage.

Police Investigate Casteist Abuse Allegations Against BJP MP's Son

Police Investigate Casteist Abuse Allegations Against BJP MP's Son

Rediff.com7 days ago

Police in Shahjahanpur, Uttar Pradesh, have registered a case against Raghavendra Singh and others for allegedly making casteist remarks and issuing threats against the son of BJP MP Arun Kumar Sagar. The incident reportedly stemmed from a dispute over a parked vehicle.

Man Kidnapped At Gunpoint, Body Found In Odisha

Man Kidnapped At Gunpoint, Body Found In Odisha

Rediff.com1 days ago

A man was allegedly kidnapped at gunpoint in Rayagada, Odisha, and later found murdered. Police have launched an investigation and are searching for the identified suspects.

BJP alleges Suvendu aide was assassinated, TMC hits back

BJP alleges Suvendu aide was assassinated, TMC hits back

Rediff.com5 days ago

A close aide of BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari was shot dead in West Bengal, leading to accusations of political violence and demands for investigation.

Al Hilal Rally To Beat Al Kholood And Win Saudi King's Cup

Al Hilal Rally To Beat Al Kholood And Win Saudi King's Cup

Rediff.com3 days ago

Al Hilal rallied to defeat Al Kholood 2-1 in the Saudi King's Cup final, with a late first-half goal from Theo Hernandez securing the victory.

Grenade Attack Injures Five Labourers In Balochistan

Grenade Attack Injures Five Labourers In Balochistan

Rediff.com28 Apr 2026

Five labourers from Pakistan's Punjab province were injured in a grenade attack in Balochistan. The attack occurred in the Chagai district when assailants targeted a building housing labourers. Security forces also responded to unprovoked firing from across the border in the Chaman area, destroying multiple Afghan Taliban posts.

Accidental Shooting Claims Life During Himachal Hunting Trip

Accidental Shooting Claims Life During Himachal Hunting Trip

Rediff.com2 May 2026

A man was killed in Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, during a hunting trip after being accidentally shot by his companion. Police have arrested the accused, who claims the shooting was accidental.

Murder Suspect Arrested After Shootout In Delhi

Murder Suspect Arrested After Shootout In Delhi

Rediff.com30 Apr 2026

A murder suspect, accused of using minors to commit violent crimes, was arrested in Delhi after a shootout with police. The suspect, identified as Suraj, was apprehended after attempting to flee and firing at officers. He is linked to a recent murder case where a man was stabbed to death.

Pakistan Security Forces Kill Five Terrorists In Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

Pakistan Security Forces Kill Five Terrorists In Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

Rediff.com2 days ago

Pakistani security forces killed five terrorists in separate operations in the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province. The operations, based on intelligence reports, took place in the Tank and Dera Ismail Khan districts, targeting members of the banned Tehrik-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP). Weapons and ammunition were recovered from the slain terrorists.

Retired Soldier Shoots Son Dead, Then Ends Life In Ludhiana

Retired Soldier Shoots Son Dead, Then Ends Life In Ludhiana

Rediff.com22 hours ago

A retired Army Havildar in Ludhiana allegedly shot dead his son after an argument over his relationship with a woman, then died by suicide.

Shots Fired Outside House in Delhi's Bhajanpura Area

Shots Fired Outside House in Delhi's Bhajanpura Area

Rediff.com3 Mar 2026

Unknown individuals allegedly fired shots in the air outside a house in Bhajanpura, northeast Delhi. Police are investigating the incident and have registered a case.

Criminal Wanted In Rape And Murder Case Killed In UP Encounter

Criminal Wanted In Rape And Murder Case Killed In UP Encounter

Rediff.com6 days ago

A 32-year-old criminal wanted in connection with the rape and murder of a minor boy was killed in an encounter with the police in Uttar Pradesh.

BSF Hands Over Bodies Of Suspected Smugglers To Bangladesh

BSF Hands Over Bodies Of Suspected Smugglers To Bangladesh

Rediff.com2 days ago

Bodies of two suspected Bangladeshi smugglers who were shot dead by Border Security Force in Tripura's Sepahijala district were handed over to their relatives through Kamalasagar BOP in the presence of BSF and BGB officials, police said on Saturday.

Accused In Road Rage Murder Shot After Attacking Cop

Accused In Road Rage Murder Shot After Attacking Cop

Rediff.com20 hours ago

A man wanted for allegedly killing a minor boy in a road rage incident was shot in the leg by police after he attacked a constable with a knife in a bid to escape in Gujarat's Surat city.

West Bengal Police Investigate Killing Of BJP Leader's Aide

West Bengal Police Investigate Killing Of BJP Leader's Aide

Rediff.com4 days ago

West Bengal Police are investigating the murder of Chandranath Rath, a close aide of BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari, and have formed multiple teams to trace the assailants.

Woman Shot Dead At Hospital In Uttar Pradesh

Woman Shot Dead At Hospital In Uttar Pradesh

Rediff.com22 hours ago

A 55-year-old woman was shot dead in a private hospital in Chandauli district, Uttar Pradesh. The accused was apprehended by a mob after attempting to flee.

Woman Climbs Mobile Tower In UP To Meet Lover

Woman Climbs Mobile Tower In UP To Meet Lover

Rediff.com28 Apr 2026

A married woman in Uttar Pradesh's Hathras district climbed a mobile tower, creating a dramatic scene for nearly three hours, allegedly to be with her lover. Police and fire officials successfully brought her down after counselling.

Enemies Beware! India's Missile Power Gets A Boost

Enemies Beware! India's Missile Power Gets A Boost

Rediff.com1 days ago

Three milestones in three days signal India's growing mastery in next-generation strategic technologies spanning nuclear deterrence, hypersonic propulsion and precision stand-off strike capability.

Six Killed In Pakistan Mortar Shell Explosion

Six Killed In Pakistan Mortar Shell Explosion

Rediff.com3 days ago

A mortar shell explosion in a civilian area of Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province has resulted in the deaths of at least six people and injuries to 13 others.

Robbery Accused Shot During Arrest In Sultanpur

Robbery Accused Shot During Arrest In Sultanpur

Rediff.com3 days ago

A robbery accused was shot and arrested in Sultanpur, Uttar Pradesh, after a confrontation with police. The accused and his associates had gathered to divide the stolen loot when authorities intervened.

Delhi Government To Conduct Structural Audits Of Schools

Delhi Government To Conduct Structural Audits Of Schools

Rediff.com3 days ago

The Delhi government has announced it will conduct structural audits of its government schools following an inspection by Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, who noted a lack of facilities at a school in Rupnagar.

Delhi cop shoots delivery agent; bullet pierces his chest, hits another

Delhi cop shoots delivery agent; bullet pierces his chest, hits another

Rediff.com27 Apr 2026

A 21-year-old man was killed and his friend injured after a Delhi Police head constable allegedly opened fire following a casteist altercation in Jaffarpur Kalan village.

Security Forces Destroy Illegal Bunkers In Manipur

Security Forces Destroy Illegal Bunkers In Manipur

Rediff.com2 May 2026

Security forces in Manipur have destroyed 23 illegally constructed bunkers in Ukhrul district and seized 18 IEDs in Tengnoupal district during separate operations.

AAP MLA Booked After Slapping Incident In Gujarat

AAP MLA Booked After Slapping Incident In Gujarat

Rediff.com29 Apr 2026

Three FIRs have been registered against AAP MLA Chaitar Vasava following a slapping incident and related events after a fire at a chemical factory in Jhagadia, Gujarat.

Bihar Nagar Parishad Chairman Succumbs To Injuries After Shooting

Bihar Nagar Parishad Chairman Succumbs To Injuries After Shooting

Rediff.com2 days ago

Sultanganj Nagar Parishad chairman Rajkumar, who was shot in his office in Bhagalpur district on April 28, has died in a Patna hospital. Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary has expressed grief and ordered a speedy trial.

Sujit Bose Arrested In West Bengal Recruitment Scam

Sujit Bose Arrested In West Bengal Recruitment Scam

Rediff.com12 hours ago

Former West Bengal minister Sujit Bose has been arrested by the Enforcement Directorate in connection with a money laundering case linked to an alleged municipality recruitment scam.

Horror Rules OTT!

Horror Rules OTT!

Rediff.com1 May 2026

This week's OTT releases offer a diverse range of genres, from the controversial sequel The Kerala Story 2 and the action-packed Man on Fire to the horror-comedy Raakaasa and the political satire TN 2026, ensuring there's something for every viewer.

What's Behind The Punjab Security Site Blasts?

What's Behind The Punjab Security Site Blasts?

Rediff.com5 days ago

Two explosions near security establishments in Punjab have triggered panic and condemnation from opposition parties, who allege efforts to destabilise the state. The blasts occurred in Jalandhar and Amritsar, with investigations underway. No injuries were reported.

Delhi Police Arrests Six Gang Operatives, Recovering Illegal Arms

Delhi Police Arrests Six Gang Operatives, Recovering Illegal Arms

Rediff.com19 hours ago

Delhi Police have arrested six operatives and sharpshooters allegedly linked to the Rashid Cablewala-Hashim Baba gang, recovering a cache of illegal firearms and ammunition.

Kerala Lorry Driver Killed In Tipper Truck Accident

Kerala Lorry Driver Killed In Tipper Truck Accident

Rediff.com2 May 2026

A tipper lorry driver was killed in Pathanamthitta, Kerala, after the vehicle overturned. The driver, identified as O T Mathai, was trapped beneath the vehicle and declared dead at the hospital.

Delhi Cop Accused Of Murder After Casteist Slurs

Delhi Cop Accused Of Murder After Casteist Slurs

Rediff.com26 Apr 2026

A 21-year-old youth was killed and his friend injured after a Delhi Police head constable allegedly opened fire following an altercation involving casteist slurs. The family of the deceased has demanded justice and the immediate arrest of the accused.

Suvendu Adhikari's PA Shot At In West Bengal

Suvendu Adhikari's PA Shot At In West Bengal

Rediff.com5 days ago

Suvendu Adhikari's personal assistant, Chandranath Rath, was shot at by unidentified assailants in West Bengal's North 24 Parganas district. He sustained multiple bullet injuries and is currently hospitalised. Police have launched an investigation into the incident.

Two Arrested, Injured In Police Encounter Over Bulandshahr Murders

Two Arrested, Injured In Police Encounter Over Bulandshahr Murders

Rediff.com29 Apr 2026

Two accused, each carrying a reward of Rs 50,000, were arrested after being injured in a police encounter in connection with the recent triple murder in Uttar Pradesh's Bulandshahr district.

ISI-linked module planned attacks on Delhi temple, military camp: Probe

ISI-linked module planned attacks on Delhi temple, military camp: Probe

Rediff.com4 days ago

Sources reveal that Pakistan's ISI allegedly planned attacks on a Delhi temple, a highway dhaba, and a Haryana military camp through operatives linked to the Shahzad Bhatti module.

Elvish Yadav gets Rs 10 cr extortion threat; Bishnoi gang link suspected

Elvish Yadav gets Rs 10 cr extortion threat; Bishnoi gang link suspected

Rediff.com1 days ago

Elvish Yadav, winner of Bigg Boss OTT 2, has reported receiving an extortion threat for Rs 10 crore from an individual claiming ties to the Lawrence Bishnoi gang. Police have registered an FIR and are investigating the matter.

Mastermind Of Bihar Nagar Parishad Chairman Attack Killed

Mastermind Of Bihar Nagar Parishad Chairman Attack Killed

Rediff.com29 Apr 2026

The alleged mastermind behind an attack on a Nagar Parishad chairman in Bihar's Bhagalpur district was killed in a gunfight with police. A deputy SP and two inspectors were also injured in the encounter. The accused was allegedly involved in a rivalry that led to the attack on the chairman, who was critically injured, and the executive officer, who died.