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How India Brought Back Notorious Drug Trafficker From Turkiye

How India Brought Back Notorious Drug Trafficker From Turkiye

Rediff.com28 Apr 2026

The Narcotics Control Bureau secured the return of drug trafficker Mohammad Salim Dola from Turkiye, announced Union Home Minister Amit Shah.

5 grilled in Gujarat over attack on Delhi CM

5 grilled in Gujarat over attack on Delhi CM

Rediff.com22 Aug 2025

Delhi Police are questioning five individuals in Gujarat regarding their potential involvement in the attack on Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta. The investigation is ongoing, with mobile phones seized and leads being pursued.

Delhi blast: NIA files 7,500-page chargesheet against 10; reveals plot

Delhi blast: NIA files 7,500-page chargesheet against 10; reveals plot

Rediff.com14 May 2026

The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has filed a chargesheet against 10 accused in connection with the Red Fort blast, revealing a jihadi conspiracy by Ansar Ghazwat-ul-Hind to overthrow the Indian government and impose Sharia law.

Stage set for counting day showdown in 5 states

Stage set for counting day showdown in 5 states

Rediff.com3 May 2026

Counting of votes begins in Tamil Nadu, Assam, Kerala, Puducherry, and West Bengal, with significant implications for regional and national parties.

Eloping Pak couple crosses border, caught by BSF in Gujarat

Eloping Pak couple crosses border, caught by BSF in Gujarat

Rediff.com25 Nov 2025

A Pakistani couple eloped from their village and crossed the India-Pakistan border in Gujarat, where they were detained by security forces.

Pan-India Cyber Fraud Network Dismantled; 52 Arrested

Pan-India Cyber Fraud Network Dismantled; 52 Arrested

Rediff.com19 Apr 2026

Hyderabad Police have dismantled a pan-India cyber fraud network, arresting 52 individuals across nine states in 'Operation Octopus 2.0'. The operation targeted bank officials, mule account holders, and middlemen involved in facilitating cyber frauds.

Mephedrone Drug Manufacturing Unit Exposed in UP, Two Arrested

Mephedrone Drug Manufacturing Unit Exposed in UP, Two Arrested

Rediff.com18 Mar 2026

The Gujarat Anti-Terrorist Squad (ATS) has dismantled a mephedrone manufacturing unit in Uttar Pradesh's Ambedkar Nagar district, arresting two individuals and seizing significant quantities of drugs and precursor chemicals.

Three Bankers Held In Rs 2,500 Crore Cyber Fraud

Three Bankers Held In Rs 2,500 Crore Cyber Fraud

Rediff.com20 Apr 2026

Three officials from leading private banks have been arrested for their alleged involvement in a Rs 2,500-crore cyber fraud racket in Gujarat's Rajkot district, bringing the total number of arrests in the case to 20.

Tulsi Prajapati 'encounter' haunts Gujarat police

Tulsi Prajapati 'encounter' haunts Gujarat police

Rediff.com30 Apr 2010

As another Indian Penal Service officer lands behind bars in the Sohrabuddin Sheikh fake encounter case, killing of the key witness in the episode is now set to haunt the Gujarat police.Tulsi Prajapati, Sheikh's friend and a witness in the encounter case, was gunned down in 2006."Eventually, it will have to be admitted that it was also a fake encounter," a senior official said.

Surat Fuel Racket: Two Arrested for Selling Substandard Diesel

Surat Fuel Racket: Two Arrested for Selling Substandard Diesel

Rediff.com27 Mar 2026

Two individuals have been arrested in Surat for operating an illegal fuel outlet and selling low-quality diesel at reduced prices. Police seized a significant quantity of substandard diesel and vehicles, and are pursuing additional suspects involved in the operation.

Mumbai Court Rejects Bail For Housing Society Fraud Accused

Mumbai Court Rejects Bail For Housing Society Fraud Accused

Rediff.com20 Apr 2026

A Mumbai sessions court has denied pre-arrest bail to two individuals accused of misappropriating funds and fraud within a residential society in Wadala, citing the necessity of custodial interrogation.

Gurugram School Principal Arrested Over Fake Accreditation Scam

Gurugram School Principal Arrested Over Fake Accreditation Scam

Rediff.com19 Apr 2026

The principal of a private school in Gurugram has been arrested for allegedly defrauding students by falsely claiming CBSE accreditation up to Class 10. This follows the earlier arrest of the school's chairman in the same case.

Gurugram School Principal Arrested Over Fake Accreditation Scam

Gurugram School Principal Arrested Over Fake Accreditation Scam

Rediff.com19 Apr 2026

The principal of a private school in Gurugram has been arrested for allegedly defrauding students by falsely claiming CBSE accreditation up to Class 10. This follows the earlier arrest of the school's chairman in the same case.

Ahmedabad office raided by Gujarat police, claims AAP

Ahmedabad office raided by Gujarat police, claims AAP

Rediff.com12 Sep 2022

A police official said the AAP office-bearers didn't give any details about who conducted the raid.

AAP exodus: What the loss of 7 MPs means for Kejriwal's party

AAP exodus: What the loss of 7 MPs means for Kejriwal's party

Rediff.com25 Apr 2026

The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) faces a significant setback with the departure of seven MPs, including prominent figures, impacting its parliamentary strength and preparedness for upcoming elections. This exodus follows a turbulent period marked by the arrests of key leaders and raises questions about the party's future.

How Brar, Suthar, Prince, Dubey Made It To Team India For Afghanistan Series

How Brar, Suthar, Prince, Dubey Made It To Team India For Afghanistan Series

Rediff.com19 May 2026

India's selectors have included Gurnoor Brar and Manav Suthar in the national squad for the upcoming Test and ODI series against Afghanistan, recognising their pace and spin capabilities.

Gujarat police make first arrest under new anti-conversion law

Gujarat police make first arrest under new anti-conversion law

Rediff.com18 Jun 2021

Gujarat police have registered the first FIR in the state under the newly-notified law against forcible or fraudulent religious conversion through marriage, and arrested a 26-year-old man in Vadodara city, a senior official said on Friday.

Thane Court Acquits Man In Kidnapping, Rape Case

Thane Court Acquits Man In Kidnapping, Rape Case

Rediff.com4 May 2026

A Thane court acquitted a 27-year-old man in a kidnapping and rape case, citing the victim's adult status and voluntary accompaniment. The court emphasised the victim's capacity to make her own decisions, leading to the acquittal.

Hyderabad Duo Arrested in Connection with Belagavi 'Digital Arrest' Scam

Hyderabad Duo Arrested in Connection with Belagavi 'Digital Arrest' Scam

Rediff.com11 Apr 2026

Two individuals from Hyderabad have been arrested in connection with a 'digital arrest' scam in Belagavi, where an 81-year-old businessman was defrauded of over Rs 15 crore.

Three held in Rajkot over alleged abduction and murder of Dalit man

Three held in Rajkot over alleged abduction and murder of Dalit man

Rediff.com17 Mar 2026

Police in Rajkot, Gujarat, have arrested three individuals in connection with the abduction and murder of a 32-year-old Dalit man, Bhavesh Vanvi. The arrests follow protests by the Scheduled Caste community demanding justice for Vanvi's death.

NCRB Includes Animal Cruelty Cases In Crime Database

NCRB Includes Animal Cruelty Cases In Crime Database

Rediff.com8 May 2026

The National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB) has included cases of crime and cruelty against animals in its annual 'Crime in India 2024' database, recording 9,039 cases under the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act across the country.

Red Fort blast: NIA chargesheet links all accused to Qaida offshoot

Red Fort blast: NIA chargesheet links all accused to Qaida offshoot

Rediff.com14 May 2026

The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has filed a chargesheet against 10 accused in connection with the Red Fort area car bomb explosion case, which resulted in 11 fatalities and extensive property damage.

Youth held in Ukraine surrendered to avoid jail: Gujarat cops

Youth held in Ukraine surrendered to avoid jail: Gujarat cops

Rediff.com8 Oct 2025

A Gujarat resident, Majoti Sahil Mohammed Hussein, enlisted in the Russian military to avoid a prison sentence in a drug-related case and subsequently surrendered to Ukrainian forces. His family is appealing to the Indian government for his return.

Delhi CM attacker has a criminal history: Police

Delhi CM attacker has a criminal history: Police

Rediff.com20 Aug 2025

The man who assaulted Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta has a history of criminal activities and was earlier booked by Gujarat Police in five cases, including a knife attack, police sources said.

Woman Dies After Brother-in-Law Attacks Her Over Money

Woman Dies After Brother-in-Law Attacks Her Over Money

Rediff.com3 Apr 2026

A woman in Uttar Pradesh died from injuries sustained after being attacked by her brother-in-law over a money dispute. The accused is currently at large.

Gujarat shocker: Student slaps teacher, brings mob to school to threaten her

Gujarat shocker: Student slaps teacher, brings mob to school to threaten her

Rediff.com7 Feb 2026

A Class 12 student in Panchmahal, Gujarat, allegedly slapped a female invigilator after being reprimanded for arriving late for a preliminary test. The student later returned with his father and others, allegedly threatening the teacher.

Gujarat police raid Bihar ashram, no trace of Narayan Sai

Gujarat police raid Bihar ashram, no trace of Narayan Sai

Rediff.com18 Oct 2013

Narayan Sai, son of arrested self-styled godman Asaram Bapu, remained untraceable on Friday even as the Gujarat police raided an ashram in Bihar's Darbhanga district to arrest him on rape charges while his aide was nabbed in Delhi for allegedly helping him.

Prajapati encounter was fake, says Gujarat police

Prajapati encounter was fake, says Gujarat police

Rediff.com4 May 2010

The Gujarat police has accepted as fake the encounter in which Tulsi Prajapati, a key witness in the Sohrabuddin Sheikh murder case, was killed, top state CID officials have said.

Rioters will face bulldozer action in Gujarat: Minister

Rioters will face bulldozer action in Gujarat: Minister

Rediff.com20 Mar 2025

Gujarat Minister of State for Home Harsh Sanghavi has defended the state government's use of bulldozers to demolish the homes of alleged anti-social elements, saying that only opposition parties are upset about the measure. He also vowed to take strict action against those involved in "love jihad", saying that they would be paraded on the streets. Sanghavi's comments come amid rising tensions over the issue of religious conversions in India.

Gujarat police arrest filmmaker Avinash Das in Amit Shah photo case

Gujarat police arrest filmmaker Avinash Das in Amit Shah photo case

Rediff.com20 Jul 2022

The Gujarat police arrested filmmaker Avinash Das on Wednesday in a case related to sharing on Twitter a photo of Union Home Minister Amit Shah with arrested IAS officer Pooja Singhal, an official said.

Gujarat police arrest filmmaker for sharing Shah's photo with Pooja Singhal

Gujarat police arrest filmmaker for sharing Shah's photo with Pooja Singhal

Rediff.com16 May 2022

The Gujarat police have booked filmmaker Avinash Das for sharing a photo of Union Home Minister Amit Shah with Jharkhand cadre IAS officer Pooja Singhal, who was recently arrested by the Enforcement Directorate in a money laundering case, an official said.

Supreme Court Appoints Mediator In Surat Siphoning Case

Supreme Court Appoints Mediator In Surat Siphoning Case

Rediff.com30 Apr 2026

The Supreme Court has appointed former Chief Justice of India Sanjiv Khanna as the sole mediator to resolve a dispute involving businessman Ashokbhai Haribhai Gajera and others in a case linked to textile market projects in Surat. The case involves allegations of siphoning off Rs 1,900 crore and forging documents.

Commonwealth Sport President Confident in India's Readiness for 2030 Games

Commonwealth Sport President Confident in India's Readiness for 2030 Games

Rediff.com10 Apr 2026

Commonwealth Sport president Donald Rukare expressed satisfaction with India's preparations for the 2030 Commonwealth Games in Ahmedabad, following a multi-city review of venues and infrastructure.

Punjab govt withdraws Raghav Chadha's Z-plus security

Punjab govt withdraws Raghav Chadha's Z-plus security

Rediff.com15 Apr 2026

The Punjab government has withdrawn Z-plus security cover for MP Raghav Chadha following a public disagreement with the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP). This decision has sparked criticism from opposition parties and raised questions about political motivations.

Job Fraud Suspect Arrested After Months on the Run

Job Fraud Suspect Arrested After Months on the Run

Rediff.com2 Mar 2026

A man was arrested in Gujarat after being on the run for 10 months in connection with a job fraud case in Mumbai. The accused allegedly defrauded a retired railway officer of Rs 17 lakh by promising his son a job in ONGC.

2 dead as car crashes at 150 kmph while filming reel

2 dead as car crashes at 150 kmph while filming reel

Rediff.com15 Mar 2026

A 20-year-old man and his friend died in a car crash in Gujarat after he allegedly drove at 150 km/h while recording videos for social media. Police are investigating the incident and the car's ownership.

Shobhan had links with Azhar: Gujarat police

Shobhan had links with Azhar: Gujarat police

Rediff.com11 Jun 2005

Shobhan Mehta, who is in Gujarat police's custody, told interrogators that Australia's Mark Waugh and former South Africa skipper Hansie Cronje, who died in 2001 in a plane crash, also gave tips to bookies.

Kushare, Ramraj Dominate Indian Athletics Series in Ranchi

Kushare, Ramraj Dominate Indian Athletics Series in Ranchi

Rediff.com12 Apr 2026

Maharashtra's Sarvesh Anil Kushare and Tamil Nadu's Vithya Ramraj secured victories in high jump and 400m hurdles respectively at the Indian Athletics Series in Ranchi. Sarun Payasingh also won the men's long jump event.

Ishrat Jahan encounter: CBI arrests Gujarat police officer

Ishrat Jahan encounter: CBI arrests Gujarat police officer

Rediff.com21 Feb 2013

The Central Bureau of Investigation has arrested Gujarat police officer G L Singhal in connection with the alleged fake encounter of 19-year old student Ishrat Jahan by a team of Ahmedabad crime branch officers in 2004.

Five Convicted, 35 Acquitted in 2016 Una Dalit Flogging Case

Five Convicted, 35 Acquitted in 2016 Una Dalit Flogging Case

Rediff.com16 Mar 2026

A special court in Veraval, Gujarat, has convicted five individuals and acquitted 35 others in the 2016 Una flogging case, where four Dalit men were thrashed for skinning a cow carcass, sparking nationwide protests.