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15-year-old dies after rape, abortion bid in J-K; teacher arrested

15-year-old dies after rape, abortion bid in J-K; teacher arrested

Rediff.com22 Aug 2026

A 15-year-old girl in Jammu and Kashmir's Kishtwar district allegedly died following an abortion attempt after being repeatedly raped by a school teacher, leading to the arrest of the teacher and his brother.

How J&K Police Are Using PIT-NDPS Act Against Drug Peddlers

How J&K Police Are Using PIT-NDPS Act Against Drug Peddlers

Rediff.com8 Jun 2026

Two habitual drug peddlers, Suresh Kumar and Hussain Mohd, have been detained in Reasi district, Jammu and Kashmir, under the stringent Prevention of Illicit Traffic in Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (PIT-NDPS) Act. This action by the Reasi Police underscores their commitment to combating the drug menace, leveraging the Act's provisions for preventive detention against individuals repeatedly involved in narcotics trafficking.

Police Constable Dismissed in Udhampur Narcotics Case

Police Constable Dismissed in Udhampur Narcotics Case

Rediff.com1 Apr 2026

A police constable in Jammu and Kashmir's Udhampur district has been dismissed from service following his alleged involvement in a narcotics case.

Four Drug Peddlers Apprehended in Kashmir with Contraband Seized

Four Drug Peddlers Apprehended in Kashmir with Contraband Seized

Rediff.com7 Apr 2026

Police in Kashmir have arrested four drug peddlers from different areas and seized illegal substances from them.

The Men And Women Who Protect Our Freedom

The Men And Women Who Protect Our Freedom

Rediff.com15 Aug 2026

On India's 80th Independence Day, a photo feature by Pravin Talan and Rupali Talan offers a compelling look into the challenging lives and rigorous training of India's armed and security forces, from the snow-capped mountains of Kashmir to the dense forests of Gadchiroli.

J-K Police Attach Assets Worth Over Rs 1.46 Crore From Drug Peddlers

J-K Police Attach Assets Worth Over Rs 1.46 Crore From Drug Peddlers

Rediff.com28 Apr 2026

Jammu and Kashmir Police attached properties worth over Rs 1.46 crore and froze bank accounts of four alleged drug peddlers in Samba district under the NDPS Act.

Op Sonam Wangchuk: How new Delhi Police chief oversaw 1st major action

Op Sonam Wangchuk: How new Delhi Police chief oversaw 1st major action

Rediff.com18 Jul 2026

Activist Sonam Wangchuk was shifted to Safdarjung Hospital after his health deteriorated during his 21-day indefinite hunger strike, marking the first significant action under new Delhi Police Commissioner Anurag Kumar.

'Himalayan nations should set up a Himalayan authority'

'Himalayan nations should set up a Himalayan authority'

Rediff.com2 days ago

Veteran Congress leader Karan Singh has called for the establishment of a Himalayan authority involving all Himalayan nations, including India, Pakistan, and Nepal, to protect the fragile mountain range from destruction. He also criticised the four-laning of highways in Uttarakhand's Char Dham region, deeming it "reprehensible" due to its environmental impact. His appeal comes as Nepal grapples with devastating flash floods, highlighting the region's vulnerability.

Two Shooters Arrested In Punjab Shopkeeper Murder Case

Two Shooters Arrested In Punjab Shopkeeper Murder Case

Rediff.com7 Jun 2026

Two alleged shooters involved in the murder of a shopkeeper in Ferozepur, Punjab, have been arrested from Jammu and Kashmir by the Anti-Gangster Task Force in a joint operation. The accused, who had a criminal background, were apprehended with a pistol and cartridges.

J-K Police Display Lists Of Alleged Drug Peddlers

J-K Police Display Lists Of Alleged Drug Peddlers

Rediff.com25 Apr 2026

Police in Jammu and Kashmir's Shopian district have displayed lists and photographs of alleged drug peddlers at police stations and posts to enhance public awareness and deter involvement in narcotics.

J-K Police Conduct Raids In Baramulla In JeI Case

J-K Police Conduct Raids In Baramulla In JeI Case

Rediff.com16 May 2026

Police conducted raids at multiple locations in Baramulla district in connection with a UAPA case against the banned Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI). Search operations were carried out at more than 15 locations and incriminating material was seized.

I-Day 2026: 1,057 jawans get Gallantry, Service medals; CRPF tops with 86

I-Day 2026: 1,057 jawans get Gallantry, Service medals; CRPF tops with 86

Rediff.com14 Aug 2026

The Centre has announced the awarding of 1057 Gallantry and Service Medals to personnel from Police, Fire Service, Home Guard & Civil Defence, and Correctional Services on Independence Day, recognising their exceptional bravery and distinguished service.

Drug Crackdown: 14 Arrested In Kashmir Anti-Narcotics Drive

Drug Crackdown: 14 Arrested In Kashmir Anti-Narcotics Drive

Rediff.com24 Apr 2026

Police in Kashmir have arrested 14 drug peddlers across multiple districts as part of a 100-day campaign to eliminate drug use in Jammu and Kashmir. Contraband substances and related paraphernalia were seized during the operations.

Thane Police Uncover Major Drug Trafficking Ring

Thane Police Uncover Major Drug Trafficking Ring

Rediff.com10 Jun 2026

The Thane City Crime Branch has dismantled a drug trafficking network connected to the Kashmir Valley, arresting three individuals and confiscating charas and tramadol capsules worth over Rs 3.03 crore. The operation is part of a special anti-narcotics drive, with investigations ongoing into the supply chain and financial links.

Police Nab Suspected Drug Dealer in Pulwama, Recover Contraband

Police Nab Suspected Drug Dealer in Pulwama, Recover Contraband

Rediff.com6 Apr 2026

Police in Pulwama, Jammu and Kashmir, arrested a suspected drug peddler and recovered 392 grams of contraband substance during a checkpoint operation.

Bar singer, ex-banker among 7 arrested for impersonating CBI officers

Bar singer, ex-banker among 7 arrested for impersonating CBI officers

Rediff.com24 Aug 2026

Delhi Police have arrested seven individuals, including a former bar singer and an ex-banker, for allegedly posing as CBI officers to conduct fake raids and extort money or valuables in Delhi and Mumbai. The gang reportedly used fake ID cards and notices to intimidate targets.

Yasin Malik's dramatic affidavit: Not guilty, seeks death, divorces wife

Yasin Malik's dramatic affidavit: Not guilty, seeks death, divorces wife

Rediff.com1 days ago

Jailed Jammu and Kashmir Liberation Front (JKLF) chief Mohammad Yasin Malik, accused in the 1990 murder of a Kashmiri Pandit woman, has submitted a 25-page affidavit. In it, he pleads not guilty, refuses to contest the case, and asks for capital punishment. Malik also announced his decision to divorce his wife, Mushaal Hussein Mullick, citing prolonged incarceration and inability to communicate. He claims the charges are fabricated and politically motivated, arguing he was critically injured at the time of the alleged murder.

J&K Police Arrest Three for Spreading Misinformation Online

J&K Police Arrest Three for Spreading Misinformation Online

Rediff.com16 Apr 2026

Police in Baramulla district of Jammu and Kashmir have arrested three individuals for allegedly spreading misinformation and rumours on social media platforms with the intention of disrupting public peace and order.

J&K Police Dismantle Interstate Drug Network, Arrest Key Kingpin

J&K Police Dismantle Interstate Drug Network, Arrest Key Kingpin

Rediff.com15 Apr 2026

The Jammu and Kashmir Police have dismantled a major narcotics network with interstate and cross-border links, arresting the most-wanted drug kingpin Gulzar Ahmad alias Lau Gujjar and several associates.

Kashmir IGP Orders  Efforts to Dismantle Drug Networks

Kashmir IGP Orders Efforts to Dismantle Drug Networks

Rediff.com15 Apr 2026

The Inspector General of Police (IGP) in Kashmir has directed the police force to intensify efforts and expedite legal action to dismantle drug networks in the valley. The directive came during a review meeting where senior superintendents of police outlined measures to curb criminal activities.

Shopian operation to corner 2 LeT terrorists continues on 3rd day

Shopian operation to corner 2 LeT terrorists continues on 3rd day

Rediff.com6 Jul 2026

An operation in Jammu and Kashmir's Shopian district to trace two local Lashkar-e-Taiba terrorists, Latif and Zakir, has entered its third day. Security forces, including the Army, J&K Police, and CRPF, have cordoned off a dense orchard area where the terrorists were spotted, with additional personnel deployed to prevent escape.

Remarks on Col Sofiya: Sanction awaited to prosecute MP minister, SC told

Remarks on Col Sofiya: Sanction awaited to prosecute MP minister, SC told

Rediff.com4 days ago

The Supreme Court was informed that sanction is awaited to prosecute Madhya Pradesh minister Kunwar Vijay Shah for his remarks against Army officer Col Sofiya Qureshi. The SIT probe is complete, and a chargesheet will be filed once sanction is obtained. Shah had previously apologised for his controversial comments.

Police Seize Property Of Alleged Drug Peddler In Shopian

Police Seize Property Of Alleged Drug Peddler In Shopian

Rediff.com20 Apr 2026

Police in Shopian district of Jammu and Kashmir have attached property worth Rs 10 lakh belonging to an alleged drug peddler as part of a crackdown on narcotics-related activities.

How Srinagar Police Are Dismantling Drug Networks

How Srinagar Police Are Dismantling Drug Networks

Rediff.com5 Jun 2026

Srinagar Police have attached movable and immovable properties worth over Rs 4 crore belonging to alleged drug traffickers under the NDPS Act, as part of the 'Nasha Mukt Jammu and Kashmir Abhiyaan', aiming to dismantle narcotics networks.

J&K Police Nab Theft Suspect in Delhi, Recover Stolen Goods

J&K Police Nab Theft Suspect in Delhi, Recover Stolen Goods

Rediff.com20 Mar 2026

Jammu and Kashmir Police have arrested a man from Delhi in connection with a theft case registered in Baramulla district. The accused allegedly robbed an electronic goods shop, and stolen items have been recovered.

Police Recover Nearly 4 Kg Of Charas In J&K's Anantnag

Police Recover Nearly 4 Kg Of Charas In J&K's Anantnag

Rediff.com4 May 2026

Police in Anantnag district of Jammu and Kashmir recovered nearly four kilograms of charas during a search operation at the residence of an accused person.

How Srinagar Police Are Cracking Down On Drug Trafficking

How Srinagar Police Are Cracking Down On Drug Trafficking

Rediff.com6 Jun 2026

Srinagar police have attached properties worth approximately Rs 3.5 crore belonging to two alleged drug peddlers as part of an ongoing crackdown on drug trafficking and efforts to seize assets acquired through illegal narcotics trade under the 'Nasha Mukt Jammu and Kashmir Abhiyan'. The attached properties include residential houses and land, with owners prohibited from any transactions pending legal proceedings.

Rajouri Terror Hunt Enters Day 23

Rajouri Terror Hunt Enters Day 23

Rediff.com16 Jun 2026

Security forces have been searching Rajouri's dense forests for ten days following intelligence about suspected terrorists hiding in the area.

Pulwama terror attack accused Insha Jan's bail plea rejected

Pulwama terror attack accused Insha Jan's bail plea rejected

Rediff.com23 Aug 2026

A special NIA court in Jammu has rejected the bail plea of Insha Jan alias Insha Tariq, an accused in the 2019 Pulwama suicide attack that killed 40 Central Reserve Police Force personnel, observing that sufficient material existed on record to presume that the accusations against her were prima facie true.

Terrorists target non-local labourers in J-K; 1 killed, another hurt

Terrorists target non-local labourers in J-K; 1 killed, another hurt

Rediff.com31 Jul 2026

A labourer from Chhattisgarh was killed and another injured in a terrorist attack at a brick kiln in Kulgam district, Jammu and Kashmir. The incident involved assailants targeting non-local workers, highlighting a recurring pattern of violence in the region.

Kathua Police Attach Rs 1.10 Crore Property Of Alleged Drug Peddler

Kathua Police Attach Rs 1.10 Crore Property Of Alleged Drug Peddler

Rediff.com9 Jun 2026

Police in Kathua district have attached a double-storey house worth over Rs 1.10 crore belonging to alleged drug peddler Mohd Arif under the NDPS Act, as it was deemed to be acquired through drug sale proceeds. Arif is involved in multiple NDPS cases across J&K.

NIA Takes Custody Of LeT Terrorists In Jammu And Kashmir

NIA Takes Custody Of LeT Terrorists In Jammu And Kashmir

Rediff.com27 Apr 2026

The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has taken over the case of an interstate Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) terror module and secured custody of five arrested terrorists, including two Pakistani nationals, for questioning.

Missing Girl Found Murdered In Jammu And Kashmir's Budgam

Missing Girl Found Murdered In Jammu And Kashmir's Budgam

Rediff.com24 May 2026

A 12-year-old girl, reported missing in Budgam district, Jammu and Kashmir, was found murdered near her home, prompting a police investigation and widespread condemnation.

Police Uncover Prostitution Ring in Jammu, Arrest Three

Police Uncover Prostitution Ring in Jammu, Arrest Three

Rediff.com7 Mar 2026

Jammu and Kashmir Police busted a prostitution racket operating in Jammu, rescuing three girls and arresting three individuals, including a woman, following a raid on a house allegedly used for trafficking activities.

J-K: 2 migrant labourers killed in Kulgam terror attack

J-K: 2 migrant labourers killed in Kulgam terror attack

Rediff.com1 Aug 2026

Two labourers from Chhattisgarh were killed in a terrorist attack at a brick kiln in Kulgam district, Jammu and Kashmir, on Friday evening. The victims, identified as Deepak Ratray and Bopinder, both in their twenties, succumbed to their injuries.

Srinagar Police Seize Properties Of Alleged Drug Traffickers

Srinagar Police Seize Properties Of Alleged Drug Traffickers

Rediff.com23 May 2026

Police in Srinagar have seized multiple properties worth approximately Rs 5 crore belonging to individuals allegedly involved in drug trafficking and related unlawful activities as part of the 'Nasha Mukt J-K Abhiyan'.

J&K Police Seize Rs 1.2 Crore Property From Drug Peddler

J&K Police Seize Rs 1.2 Crore Property From Drug Peddler

Rediff.com10 Jun 2026

Police in Pulwama, Jammu and Kashmir, have attached a double-storey residential house worth Rs 1.20 crore belonging to a drug peddler, Manzoor Mir, under the NDPS Act. The property was identified as illegally acquired through drug trafficking.

J&K Police Seize Rs 1.2 Crore Property From Drug Peddler

J&K Police Seize Rs 1.2 Crore Property From Drug Peddler

Rediff.com10 Jun 2026

Police in Pulwama, Jammu and Kashmir, have attached a double-storey residential house worth Rs 1.20 crore belonging to a drug peddler, Manzoor Mir, under the NDPS Act. The property was identified as illegally acquired through drug trafficking.

J&K Police Target LeT Terror Module in Valley Raids

J&K Police Target LeT Terror Module in Valley Raids

Rediff.com26 Mar 2026

Counter Intelligence Wing of Jammu and Kashmir Police conducted raids at multiple locations in the valley as part of its investigations into a transnational terror module operated by Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) from Pakistan and Bangladesh.

Eight Arrested, Drugs Seized in Kashmir Anti-Narcotics Operation

Eight Arrested, Drugs Seized in Kashmir Anti-Narcotics Operation

Rediff.com11 Apr 2026

Police in Kashmir have arrested eight alleged drug peddlers and seized a significant quantity of narcotics in coordinated operations across multiple districts.