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HC stays order to file FIR against Sambhal CO, cops

HC stays order to file FIR against Sambhal CO, cops

Rediff.com10 Feb 2026

The Allahabad high Court has put a hold on an FIR order against several policemen, including former Sambhal circle officer Anuj Kumar Chaudhary, regarding an alleged firing incident, pending further hearing.

Maharashtra Minister Refutes Claims of FIR Delay in Ajit Pawar Air Crash Case

Maharashtra Minister Refutes Claims of FIR Delay in Ajit Pawar Air Crash Case

Rediff.com6 days ago

Maharashtra minister Yogesh Kadam refuted allegations of delay or laxity in registering an FIR related to the air crash involving former Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar, following claims by NCP (SP) MLA Rohit Pawar.

Supreme Court Dismisses Case Against Elvish Yadav in Snake Venom Party Allegations

Supreme Court Dismisses Case Against Elvish Yadav in Snake Venom Party Allegations

Rediff.com19 Mar 2026

The Supreme Court has quashed an FIR and subsequent proceedings against YouTuber Elvish Yadav, who was arrested for allegedly using snake venom at a rave party in Noida. The court cited issues with the applicability of the NDPS Act and the validity of proceedings under the Wildlife (Protection) Act.

Wrong to claim one religion as only true religion: HC

Wrong to claim one religion as only true religion: HC

Rediff.com5 days ago

The Allahabad High Court has ruled that claiming a particular religion is the 'only true religion' is inappropriate in a secular country like India and could violate laws against disparaging other faiths. The court dismissed a petition filed by a Reverend Father, stating that such claims could fall under Section 295A of the IPC, which addresses acts intended to outrage religious feelings.

Banerjee Accuses BJP of Inciting Societal Discord for Political Gain

Banerjee Accuses BJP of Inciting Societal Discord for Political Gain

Rediff.com1 days ago

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has accused the BJP of inciting conflict within Indian society and exploiting the resulting instability for financial gain. She also criticised Amit Shah and the BJP's governance.

Hyderabad Honour Killing: Man and Minor Daughter Held in Mother's Murder

Hyderabad Honour Killing: Man and Minor Daughter Held in Mother's Murder

Rediff.com6 days ago

A 22-year-old man and a minor girl have been arrested in Hyderabad for allegedly murdering the girl's mother, who opposed their relationship. The body was exhumed from the residence after the man confessed to the crime.

Latur Police Seize Illicit Liquor Worth Lakhs in Overnight Operation

Latur Police Seize Illicit Liquor Worth Lakhs in Overnight Operation

Rediff.com2 days ago

Latur police conducted a 21-hour operation targeting illegal liquor operations, resulting in 74 cases and the seizure of illicit liquor worth Rs 4.19 lakh. The drive also led to arrests under the Arms Act and for drunk driving.

V D Satheesan's Asset Declaration: A Detailed Look

V D Satheesan's Asset Declaration: A Detailed Look

Rediff.com23 Mar 2026

Senior Congress leader V D Satheesan has declared assets worth around 3 crore, including movable and immovable properties, in his affidavit filed before the Election Commission for contesting the polls from North Paravoor. Kerala Congress (M) chairman Jose K Mani has also declared his assets.

Simply Beautiful, Priyanka

Simply Beautiful, Priyanka

Rediff.com4 days ago

Fresh off Made In Korea on Netflix, Priyanka Mohan serving looks that swing between full desi princess and K-drama cutie, sometimes in the same week.

Mumbai Court Orders Mental Health Assessment for Train Shooting Suspect

Mumbai Court Orders Mental Health Assessment for Train Shooting Suspect

Rediff.com5 days ago

A Mumbai court has directed prison authorities to shift Chetan Singh Choudhary, accused of a 2023 train shooting, to a mental hospital for evaluation to determine his fitness to stand trial.

London Property Seized in Indian Bank Fraud Probe

London Property Seized in Indian Bank Fraud Probe

Rediff.com6 days ago

A property near Heathrow Airport, London, worth Rs 7.5 crore has been attached by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) in connection with a bank loan fraud case involving Neo Corp International Ltd.

Enforcement Directorate Attaches 270 Crore in Assets Linked to Rajendra Lodha

Enforcement Directorate Attaches 270 Crore in Assets Linked to Rajendra Lodha

Rediff.com1 days ago

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has attached land parcels and other immovable assets worth over 270 crore as part of its money laundering investigation against Rajendra Lodha, former director of Lodha Developers.

CoinDCX Co-founders Released on Bail in Alleged Cheating Case

CoinDCX Co-founders Released on Bail in Alleged Cheating Case

Rediff.com7 days ago

A court in Thane district granted bail to CoinDCX co-founders Sumit Gupta and Neeraj Khandelwal in an alleged Rs 71.60 lakh cheating case, citing a lack of prima facie evidence against them. The case involves allegations of impersonation and misuse of the CoinDCX brand by fraudsters.

Gautam Gambhir moves HC against deepfakes, identity misuse

Gautam Gambhir moves HC against deepfakes, identity misuse

Rediff.com19 Mar 2026

Gautam Gambhir moves Delhi High Court against AI deepfakes and identity misuse, seeking takedown orders and Rs 2.5 crore damages.

Former Income Tax Officer Sentenced to Jail in 19-Year-Old Bribery Case

Former Income Tax Officer Sentenced to Jail in 19-Year-Old Bribery Case

Rediff.com15 hours ago

A former Income Tax officer has been sentenced to six months' rigorous imprisonment by a special CBI court in Thane in a 19-year-old bribery case. The officer was convicted of taking a bribe of Rs 20,000 to finalise a tax security assessment.

Buy from US or 'get your own oil' from Hormuz, Trump tells allies

Buy from US or 'get your own oil' from Hormuz, Trump tells allies

Rediff.com5 hours ago

Trump's remarks marks one of the most direct rebukes yet from Washington to its allies over their refusal to support US-led military operations in Iran and over the energy crisis triggered by disruptions in the Persian Gulf.

11 women booked for singing loudly on Bengaluru Metro

11 women booked for singing loudly on Bengaluru Metro

Rediff.com20 Mar 2026

A group of eleven women were booked for allegedly creating a nuisance and disturbing other passengers on the Bengaluru metro by singing loudly. The incident occurred on March 15th, leading to delays and inconvenience for fellow commuters.

Police Offer Reward for Absconding Accused in Dehradun Student Death

Police Offer Reward for Absconding Accused in Dehradun Student Death

Rediff.com2 days ago

Uttarakhand Police have announced a reward of Rs 25,000 for information leading to the arrest of seven individuals accused in the death of an engineering student in Dehradun. The accused are currently absconding, and non-bailable warrants have been issued.

Wife of Ex-Income Tax Officer Sentenced in Disproportionate Assets Case

Wife of Ex-Income Tax Officer Sentenced in Disproportionate Assets Case

Rediff.com1 days ago

An Ahmedabad court has convicted the wife of a former Income Tax Officer in a disproportionate assets case dating back nearly two decades. The husband, also an accused, died during the trial.

CoinDCX Founders' Arrest: Complainant Withdraws Grievance After Recovering Investment

CoinDCX Founders' Arrest: Complainant Withdraws Grievance After Recovering Investment

Rediff.com23 Mar 2026

The complainant in a Rs 71.6 lakh cheating case involving CoinDCX co-founders Sumit Gupta and Neeraj Khandelwal has withdrawn his grievance after recovering his invested amount. The arrests were made following an FIR registered on March 16 at Mumbra police station against Gupta, Khandelwal and four others on charges of cheating, criminal breach of trust and fraud.

Two Arrested After Man Tied to Pole and Beaten in Pilibhit

Two Arrested After Man Tied to Pole and Beaten in Pilibhit

Rediff.com2 days ago

Two individuals have been arrested in Pilibhit, Uttar Pradesh, after a video surfaced showing a 22-year-old man being tied to an electricity pole and brutally beaten, allegedly for visiting his girlfriend in the village.

LS to debate efforts to wipe out Maoist threat on Monday

LS to debate efforts to wipe out Maoist threat on Monday

Rediff.com2 days ago

The Lok Sabha will hold a discussion on efforts to eliminate left-wing extremism (LWE) in India, ahead of the government's deadline. The debate will cover the government's strategy, review of affected regions, and future plans, including potential withdrawal of security forces and launch of welfare schemes.

SC to examine if Parsi women lose faith rights after interfaith marriage

SC to examine if Parsi women lose faith rights after interfaith marriage

Rediff.com23 Mar 2026

The Supreme Court of India has agreed to examine a constitutional challenge regarding gender discrimination within Parsi personal law, specifically focusing on whether a Parsi woman loses her religious identity upon marrying outside the community.

Goa Nightclub Fire: 'Birch by Romeo Lane' Owner Released on Bail

Goa Nightclub Fire: 'Birch by Romeo Lane' Owner Released on Bail

Rediff.com23 Mar 2026

A court in Goa has granted bail to Ajay Gupta, one of the owners of the 'Birch by Romeo Lane' nightclub, where a fire resulted in 25 fatalities in December. Gupta was arrested in New Delhi and later released on bail with conditions.

Goa Court Grants Bail to Nightclub Owner in Deadly Fire Case

Goa Court Grants Bail to Nightclub Owner in Deadly Fire Case

Rediff.com7 days ago

A Goa court has granted bail to Ajay Gupta, one of the owners of the 'Birch by Romeo Lane' nightclub, where a fire resulted in 25 fatalities last December. The court cited a lack of direct evidence against Gupta in the police chargesheet.

Nora Fatehi, Sanjay Dutt's Song Faces Legal Trouble

Nora Fatehi, Sanjay Dutt's Song Faces Legal Trouble

Rediff.com17 Mar 2026

An advocate has filed a complaint with the CBFC seeking a ban on the song Sarke Chunar Teri Sarke, alleging obscenity and harmful content for minors.

Former CRPF DIG Sentenced to Jail in Constable Recruitment Bribery Case

Former CRPF DIG Sentenced to Jail in Constable Recruitment Bribery Case

Rediff.com3 days ago

A CBI court in Lucknow sentenced a former CRPF DIG and two others to three years in jail for a 2009 bribery case related to constable recruitment.

Student Dies After Brawl at Dehradun Private Institute

Student Dies After Brawl at Dehradun Private Institute

Rediff.com7 days ago

An engineering student died following a clash between two groups of students at a private institute in Dehradun. Police have arrested three suspects and are investigating the cause of the brawl.

CoinDCX Founders Released on Bail: Court Cites Lack of Prima Facie Evidence

CoinDCX Founders Released on Bail: Court Cites Lack of Prima Facie Evidence

Rediff.com7 days ago

A court in Thane district granted bail to CoinDCX co-founders Sumit Gupta and Neeraj Khandelwal, who were arrested in connection with an alleged cheating case involving Rs 71.60 lakh. The court cited a lack of prima facie evidence against them.

LPG Cylinder Booking Leads to Arrest of Ex-Army Captain in Wife's Murder Case

LPG Cylinder Booking Leads to Arrest of Ex-Army Captain in Wife's Murder Case

Rediff.com11 hours ago

A former Indian Army captain, who had been on the run for four years after being convicted of his wife's murder, has been arrested after police traced him through an LPG cylinder booking.

Enforcement Directorate Moves to Extradite Key Accused in Torres Jewellery Fraud

Enforcement Directorate Moves to Extradite Key Accused in Torres Jewellery Fraud

Rediff.com23 Mar 2026

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has initiated the extradition process against Ukrainian national Olena Stoian, a key accused in the multi-crore Torres fraud case, by approaching the special PMLA court for necessary documentation.

K.C. Venugopal Claims Bribery Allegations are Politically Motivated

K.C. Venugopal Claims Bribery Allegations are Politically Motivated

Rediff.com2 days ago

AICC leader K C Venugopal has alleged that the bribery case against him and other Congress leaders in Haryana is a politically motivated move sponsored by the BJP and CPI(M). He denies the allegations and claims to have taken legal action.

Daughter-in-law not legally bound to maintain parents-in-law: HC

Daughter-in-law not legally bound to maintain parents-in-law: HC

Rediff.com1 days ago

The Allahabad High Court has ruled that a daughter-in-law is not legally obligated to maintain her parents-in-law under Section 125 of the CrPC, now Section 144 of the BNSS, clarifying the scope of maintenance laws in India.

High Court Upholds Right to Interfaith Live-In Relationships

High Court Upholds Right to Interfaith Live-In Relationships

Rediff.com1 days ago

The Allahabad High Court has ruled that interfaith live-in relationships are legal and protected under the Constitution, granting protection to a couple facing threats from the woman's family.

Goa BJP Accuses Congress of Protecting Councillor's Son in Sex Scandal

Goa BJP Accuses Congress of Protecting Councillor's Son in Sex Scandal

Rediff.com1 days ago

The Goa BJP has accused the Congress party of attempting to downplay the involvement of a councillor's son in a sex scandal, citing photographs of the councillor with Congress leaders.

Chief Secretary Gupta Dismisses Land Scam Allegations as Baseless

Chief Secretary Gupta Dismisses Land Scam Allegations as Baseless

Rediff.com6 hours ago

Himachal Pradesh Chief Secretary Sanjay Gupta has dismissed allegations of irregularities in the Chester Hill housing project, asserting his innocence and claiming a conspiracy against him. The controversy involves alleged violations of land laws and accusations of benami land deals.

Uttarakhand HC Demands Status Reports in 'Mohammad Deepak' Case

Uttarakhand HC Demands Status Reports in 'Mohammad Deepak' Case

Rediff.com17 Mar 2026

The Uttarakhand High Court has directed state authorities to provide status reports on FIRs related to the 'Mohammad Deepak' incident, where a gym operator confronted Bajrang Dal activists harassing a Muslim shopkeeper.

Job Promise Turns to Trafficking: Four Arrested in Saharanpur

Job Promise Turns to Trafficking: Four Arrested in Saharanpur

Rediff.com5 days ago

Police in Saharanpur, Uttar Pradesh, have arrested four individuals for allegedly trafficking a woman after deceiving her with a false job offer. The victim was reportedly sold for Rs 1.5 lakh and subjected to confinement, abuse, and threats.

Six Arrested After Sharp Weapon Attack in Solan, Himachal Pradesh

Six Arrested After Sharp Weapon Attack in Solan, Himachal Pradesh

Rediff.com2 days ago

Six individuals have been arrested in Solan, Himachal Pradesh, following an attack with sharp-edged weapons that left three people injured. Police suspect the incident stemmed from an ongoing dispute between the parties involved.

Leakage Or Seepage? Know Your Rights

Leakage Or Seepage? Know Your Rights

Rediff.com23 Mar 2026

Buyers should understand the distinction between the losses the policy covers, those that need add-ons, and those it excludes.