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Maharashtra FDA Seizes Methanol Linked To Liquor Deaths

Maharashtra FDA Seizes Methanol Linked To Liquor Deaths

Rediff.com30 May 2026

Maharashtra FDA seizes 5,929 kg of toxic methanol from a warehouse in Thane district, allegedly linked to spurious liquor that caused 14 deaths in Pune and Pimpri-Chinchwad.

Waze, Param Bir extorted huge money from bookies: Mumbai Police

Waze, Param Bir extorted huge money from bookies: Mumbai Police

Rediff.com6 Nov 2021

The Mumbai Police's crime branch had taken Waze's custody on November 1 based on the complaint filed by builder-cum-hotelier Bimal Agrawal, in which Param Bir Singh is also named as an accused.

More Detentions in UP Kidney Transplant Racket as International Links Emerge

More Detentions in UP Kidney Transplant Racket as International Links Emerge

Rediff.com6 Apr 2026

Uttar Pradesh Police have detained another person in connection with a kidney transplant racket, revealing a network with possible international connections and involving unqualified practitioners. The investigation spans multiple states and involves foreign nationals.

Alleged gangster's extradition was only for 3 cases court sends him back

Alleged gangster's extradition was only for 3 cases court sends him back

Rediff.com17 Feb 2026

A Mumbai court has ordered the city police to repatriate alleged gangster Kumar Pillai to Hong Kong after he was acquitted in all cases for which he was extradited.

Mumbai police chief resigns, may join BJP to fight Lok Sabha polls

Mumbai police chief resigns, may join BJP to fight Lok Sabha polls

Rediff.com31 Jan 2014

Singh, who is the first Mumbai commissioner of police to quit, said he put in his papers to do something big for the nation. He, however, declined to reveal his plans.

More Detentions in UP Kidney Transplant Racket, International Links Suspected

More Detentions in UP Kidney Transplant Racket, International Links Suspected

Rediff.com6 Apr 2026

Police in Uttar Pradesh have detained another person in connection with a kidney transplant racket, revealing possible international links and involving unqualified practitioners across multiple towns. The investigation has led to several arrests and the shutdown of a hospital.

Mumbai police get a martyrs' memorial

Mumbai police get a martyrs' memorial

Rediff.com25 Nov 2009

Says Additional Commissioner of Police Deven Bharti: "In the last one year a lot has changed in the Mumbai police. We are now mentally prepared, physically well-equipped and logistically superior than before to face any kind of terrorism."

Mumbai police book BJP leader Mohit Kamboj, court grants him protection

Mumbai police book BJP leader Mohit Kamboj, court grants him protection

Rediff.com1 Jun 2022

The Mumbai police have registered an FIR against former city Bharatiya Janata Party youth wing president Mohit Kamboj and two others on charges of cheating, an official said on Wednesday.

Stolen Car Recovered After High-Speed Chase In Thane

Stolen Car Recovered After High-Speed Chase In Thane

Rediff.com13 May 2026

A stolen car from Karnataka was seized in Thane, Maharashtra, after a high-speed chase during which the driver allegedly tried to run over police personnel.

Mumbai techie traces stolen phone in Varanasi, cop suspended

Mumbai techie traces stolen phone in Varanasi, cop suspended

Rediff.com8 Jan 2026

A Mumbai-based software engineer, Ankita Gupta, successfully tracked her stolen mobile phone in Varanasi, leading to its recovery and the suspension of a police officer for negligence.

Pune hooch tragedy claims 14 lives, 8 held; CID to probe case

Pune hooch tragedy claims 14 lives, 8 held; CID to probe case

Rediff.com29 May 2026

At least 12 people have died in Pune and Pimpri Chinchwad after consuming suspected spurious liquor. Police have arrested eight individuals, including a key bootlegger, and investigations are ongoing to uncover the full extent of the illegal operation.

Drones, Coast Guard copter oversee immersion of Lalbaugcha Raja

Drones, Coast Guard copter oversee immersion of Lalbaugcha Raja

Rediff.com7 Sep 2025

Thousands of devotees gathered in Mumbai to bid farewell to Lalbaugcha Raja and other Ganesh idols, marking the end of the 10-day Ganesh festival. Security was tight following a threat message.

Here's presenting the very best of the Mumbai Police!

Here's presenting the very best of the Mumbai Police!

Rediff.com5 Feb 2021

In the new world order, threats are varied and ever increasing -- whether it's the pandemic, terrorism, law & order situations or cyber-crimes, and Mumbai being the financial capital of the country is always at the centre of it. The 2021 Mumbai Police calendar, shot by ace photographer Pravin Talan, imaginatively projects the many facets of the force whether it is policemen in PPE kits or Bomb suit, ferocious Belgian Malinois dog, QRT commando teams with MP- 5 and Ak-47 patrolling at nights or the more emotional pictures like a policeman fixing a little girls bicycle. Take a look.

Spurious Liquor Claims Lives In Pune: Arrests Made

Spurious Liquor Claims Lives In Pune: Arrests Made

Rediff.com29 May 2026

At least 13 people have died in Pune after consuming suspected spurious liquor, leading to multiple arrests and a high-level investigation.

Spurious Liquor Claims 14 Lives In Pune, Arrests Made

Spurious Liquor Claims 14 Lives In Pune, Arrests Made

Rediff.com29 May 2026

At least 14 people have died in Pune after consuming suspected spurious liquor. Police have arrested eight individuals, including a key bootlegger, and the investigation has been transferred to the CID. The incident has sparked outrage and raised concerns about the illegal liquor trade.

Easter Attacks: Will Sri Lanka Ever Nail The Guilty?

Easter Attacks: Will Sri Lanka Ever Nail The Guilty?

Rediff.com23 Apr 2026

Sri Lanka's response to the Easter attacks has been slow and politically contested, unlike India's swift institutional reforms after the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks, observes Colonel R Hariharan (retd).

More Arrests in Pakistan-Linked Espionage Case

More Arrests in Pakistan-Linked Espionage Case

Rediff.com25 Mar 2026

Indian police have arrested three more individuals allegedly involved in a Pakistan-linked espionage racket, bringing the total number of arrests to 21. The suspects are accused of sending sensitive information to Pakistan.

More Arrests in Pakistan-Linked Espionage Case

More Arrests in Pakistan-Linked Espionage Case

Rediff.com25 Mar 2026

Indian police have arrested three more individuals allegedly involved in a Pakistan-linked espionage racket, bringing the total number of arrests to 21. The accused are suspected of sending sensitive information to Pakistan.

'Mumbai Police yet to seek Interpol help'

'Mumbai Police yet to seek Interpol help'

Rediff.com30 Jan 2009

Mumbai Police has reportedly not furnished to Interpol any details yet about the nine terrorists killed during the 26/11 attack on the country's financial capital for issuance of a "Black Notice", which can help get more information about the dead.

Maha civic polls: Jan 15 declared as public holiday

Maha civic polls: Jan 15 declared as public holiday

Rediff.com9 Jan 2026

The Maharashtra State Election Commission on Friday announced that Thursday, January 15, will be a public holiday in areas falling under the 29 municipal corporations where polling for civic elections will be held, an official said.

Nashik TCS case: Accused seeks bail citing pregnancy

Nashik TCS case: Accused seeks bail citing pregnancy

Rediff.com18 Apr 2026

A TCS employee accused of religious conversion and sexual harassment in Nashik has applied for anticipatory bail, as police continue to investigate the alleged misconduct at the IT firm.

3 US nationals get 'Leave India' notice for 'propagating religion'

3 US nationals get 'Leave India' notice for 'propagating religion'

Rediff.com29 Apr 2026

Police in Pune have issued 'Leave India' notices to three American nationals for allegedly engaging in religious propagation activities and violating tourist visa norms.

NMMC Official Held For Allegedly Accepting Bribe

NMMC Official Held For Allegedly Accepting Bribe

Rediff.com21 Apr 2026

A senior official of the Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation (NMMC) was arrested by the Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) for allegedly accepting a bribe of Rs 42,000 from a contractor to clear his dues.

Mumbai police discontinues colour-coded sticker system for cars

Mumbai police discontinues colour-coded sticker system for cars

Rediff.com24 Apr 2021

The colour-coded sticker system, which was recently introduced by the Mumbai police to ensure smooth movement of vehicles engaged in emergency and essential services during the ongoing restrictions, has been discontinued, an official said on Saturday.

No Diwali for disgraced Mumbai Police

No Diwali for disgraced Mumbai Police

Rediff.com20 Oct 2005

For the work-stressed force, Diwali is the only festival that does not call for heavy duties and hence policemen can spend time in celebrations with their families.

Stringent UAPA Applied in Pakistan Espionage Racket Case

Stringent UAPA Applied in Pakistan Espionage Racket Case

Rediff.com26 Mar 2026

Police have invoked the stringent Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA) against 21 people apprehended for alleged involvement in a Pakistan-linked espionage racket. The suspects are accused of passing sensitive information to a Pakistan-based handler through social media and other means.

More Arrests in Pakistan-Linked Espionage Case

More Arrests in Pakistan-Linked Espionage Case

Rediff.com23 Mar 2026

Indian police have apprehended three more individuals, including a juvenile and a woman, allegedly involved in a Pakistan-linked espionage racket, bringing the total number of arrests to 18. The suspects are accused of sending sensitive information to Pakistan via parcels through Dubai and WhatsApp.

Mumbai police arrest Speak Asia COO

Mumbai police arrest Speak Asia COO

Rediff.com29 Jul 2011

Bajpai, who is the most prominent face of the online survey company's India operations, was arrested under Indian Penal Code for cheating and conspiracy.

Mumbai police: Shiney admits to rape

Mumbai police: Shiney admits to rape

Rediff.com15 Jun 2009

'There was no consent in the sex,' Assistant Commissioner of Police Dilip Suryavanshi told rediff.com

Jarange ends fast after talks with govt delegation

Jarange ends fast after talks with govt delegation

Rediff.com31 May 2026

Maratha quota activist Manoj Jarange has ended his indefinite fast after talks with Maharashtra government representatives, who submitted a 12-point proposal to him.

Extortion claim in Aryan case: Mumbai Police SIT grills Sunil Patil

Extortion claim in Aryan case: Mumbai Police SIT grills Sunil Patil

Rediff.com7 Nov 2021

Sunil Patil, whom former Mumbai Bharatiya Janata Party youth wing chief Mohit Bharatiya has accused of being the mastermind of the cruise drugs episode, appeared before the Mumbai Police's Special Investigation Team (SIT) on Sunday evening to record his statement, an official said.

Red alert in Mumbai as roads flooded, rail, air traffic hit

Red alert in Mumbai as roads flooded, rail, air traffic hit

Rediff.com18 Aug 2025

Mumbaikars woke up to very heavy rainfall on Monday, while the India meteorological department (IMD) issued a 'red' alert, forecasting extremely heavy rains at isolated places in the city and adjoining areas, prompting the civic body to declare a holiday for schools and colleges, officials said.

From double-decker bus to flat: When Mumbai was held 'hostage'

From double-decker bus to flat: When Mumbai was held 'hostage'

Rediff.com31 Oct 2025

In the last decade or so, the financial capital has witnessed multiple hostage-taking scenarios.

FBI, Mumbai police discuss how to tackle terror

FBI, Mumbai police discuss how to tackle terror

Rediff.com4 Aug 2011

As part of an exchange programme, a team of Federal Bureau of Investigation officers arrived in Mumbai on Thursday and held deliberations with the top brass of the city police and exchanged views on tackling terror and other crimes.

Mumbai encounter specialist cop Daya Nayak promoted to ACP rank

Mumbai encounter specialist cop Daya Nayak promoted to ACP rank

Rediff.com29 Jul 2025

Senior police inspector Daya Nayak, once known as an 'encounter specialist', was promoted to the rank of Assistant Commissioner of Police. Other senior inspectors were also promoted.

MVA, MNS to go ahead with Mumbai rally on fake vote row, defying police

MVA, MNS to go ahead with Mumbai rally on fake vote row, defying police

Rediff.com1 Nov 2025

The rally is being organised to protest against alleged electoral roll manipulation in the Maharashtra assembly elections, with opposition parties alleging that there were around 96 lakh fake votes which had been added in the 2024 assembly elections.

Mumbai police seize cash, laptop from Sreesanth's room

Mumbai police seize cash, laptop from Sreesanth's room

Rediff.com18 May 2013

Mumbai crime branch sleuths have seized a laptop and some other articles from a room in a luxury hotel in Mumbai which was occupied by India speedster S Sreesanth before his arrest on the charge of spot-fixing IPL matches, police said on Saturday.

Mumbai: Parapet segment of Metro bridge crashes; 1 dead, 3 injured

Mumbai: Parapet segment of Metro bridge crashes; 1 dead, 3 injured

Rediff.com15 Feb 2026

The incident took place around 12:20pm on the arterial LBS Road in front of Johnson and Johnson factory in Mulund area.

Mumbai gets a new police chief

Mumbai gets a new police chief

Rediff.com3 Mar 2007

Jadhav, a 1973 batch IPS officer, was earlier Pune police commissioner.