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Two Arrested For Fatal Stabbing In Northwest Delhi

Two Arrested For Fatal Stabbing In Northwest Delhi

Rediff.com6 Jun 2026

A man was fatally stabbed during a quarrel in northwest Delhi's Shalimar Bagh. Police have arrested two individuals, Saurabh alias Tola and Sachin alias Chiddi, who were attempting to flee. The accused have prior criminal records, and investigations are ongoing to determine the motive.

Delhi Police Arrest 16 Criminals In Northwest Delhi

Delhi Police Arrest 16 Criminals In Northwest Delhi

Rediff.com11 May 2026

Delhi Police arrested 16 criminals, including five women, and apprehended a juvenile during a 24-hour drive against illegal arms, illicit liquor, and narcotics in northwest Delhi.

Man Fatally Stabbed In Northwest Delhi's MCD Colony

Man Fatally Stabbed In Northwest Delhi's MCD Colony

Rediff.com1 Jun 2026

A 25-year-old man was allegedly stabbed to death in northwest Delhi's MCD Colony area, police said on Monday. Police have registered a case and are investigating the motive behind the crime.

3 teachers, 3 students killed in Thailand school shooting

3 teachers, 3 students killed in Thailand school shooting

Rediff.com6 days ago

At least six people, including three teachers and three students, were killed and 15 others injured in a school shooting in Thailand's Nonthaburi province. The suspected 14-year-old shooter is also dead.

Delhi man stabbed to death protecting woman from molesters

Delhi man stabbed to death protecting woman from molesters

Rediff.com30 Jul 2026

A man was fatally stabbed and a woman seriously injured in a Delhi park while he attempted to protect her from alleged molesters. Police are investigating the incident, scanning CCTV footage, and seeking to identify the attackers and their motive.

17 killed in suicide attack during 'peace rally' in Pakistan

17 killed in suicide attack during 'peace rally' in Pakistan

Rediff.com3 Aug 2026

A suicide attack on a police station in Kabal, Swat district, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan, killed at least 14 people, including five security personnel, and injured over a dozen. The attack occurred during a peace rally, with police intercepting the bomber at the compound gate, preventing a larger tragedy.

'We can't reach them': Families search for detained CJP protesters

'We can't reach them': Families search for detained CJP protesters

Rediff.com21 Jul 2026

Families of students detained during the Cockroach Janta Party protest in Delhi said they had been unable to contact them for hours and did not know whether any charges had been filed, as concerns mounted over the whereabouts of those detained.

India braces for below-normal rainfall for Aug-Sept

India braces for below-normal rainfall for Aug-Sept

Rediff.com1 Aug 2026

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted below-normal rainfall for India during the second half of the southwest monsoon season, specifically from August to September. This forecast indicates less than 94 per cent of the Long Period Average (LPA) for the period. While July saw good rainfall activity due to low-pressure systems and the Madden-Julian Oscillation, the Southern Peninsula experienced significantly low rainfall and record high minimum temperatures.

After dry June, IMD predicts below-normal rainfall in July

After dry June, IMD predicts below-normal rainfall in July

Rediff.com30 Jun 2026

The monthly average rainfall over India is expected to be below normal during July, the India Meteorological Department said on Tuesday in its monthly forecast.

IED Blast Targets Police in Northwest Pakistan, Injuring Five

IED Blast Targets Police in Northwest Pakistan, Injuring Five

Rediff.com7 Apr 2026

An IED blast in Lakki Marwat district, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, Pakistan, injured five police officers. The attack, claimed by Fitna-al-Khawarij (a term used for TTP terrorists), involved an IED planted on a motorcycle. Security measures have been increased in the region following a surge in violence.

Aamir Khan: 'Neither Gauri, Kiran Nor Reena Converted'

Aamir Khan: 'Neither Gauri, Kiran Nor Reena Converted'

Rediff.com14 Jul 2026

Aamir Khan has addressed recent 'love jihad' allegations, clarifying his family's inclusive stance on interfaith marriages.

Murder, robbery, rape accused among hundreds at CJP protest: Police

Murder, robbery, rape accused among hundreds at CJP protest: Police

Rediff.com27 Jul 2026

A police investigation into the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) protest at Jantar Mantar revealed that over 980 of the 2,873 scrutinised individuals had previous criminal records. These included serious charges such as murder, attempt to murder, robbery, rape, kidnapping, and violations of the Arms Act and NDPS Act. The verification exercise was initiated following clashes during the 'Chalo Sansad' protest on July 20, which left many protestors and police personnel injured.

IED Blast Kills Seven Police in Northwest Pakistan; TTP Claims Responsibility

IED Blast Kills Seven Police in Northwest Pakistan; TTP Claims Responsibility

Rediff.com13 Mar 2026

At least seven police personnel were killed in an improvised explosive device (IED) blast targeting a police vehicle in northwest Pakistan. The banned Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) claimed responsibility for the attack in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa's Lakki Marwat district.

How El Nino and climate change are reshaping India's monsoon

How El Nino and climate change are reshaping India's monsoon

Rediff.com8 Jul 2026

Climate experts explain how El Nino and climate change are intricately linked, with El Nino delaying monsoon onset and climate change intensifying rainfall. This new reality is altering the Indian monsoon's behaviour, leading to short-duration, high-intensity rain spells, especially in western and northwestern regions.

Delhi Police Apprehend Juveniles In Jahangirpuri Stabbing Case

Delhi Police Apprehend Juveniles In Jahangirpuri Stabbing Case

Rediff.com14 Jun 2026

Two juveniles have been apprehended in northwest Delhi's Jahangirpuri area for allegedly stabbing a man. The victim, identified as Love, sustained stab injuries and was admitted to a hospital. Police have registered a case and are investigating the motive behind the attack.

IED Blast Kills Seven Police Officers in Northwest Pakistan

IED Blast Kills Seven Police Officers in Northwest Pakistan

Rediff.com13 Mar 2026

At least seven police personnel were killed in an improvised explosive device (IED) blast targeting a police vehicle in northwest Pakistan, local police said.

Shalini, Sheeba, Rasika: Clicked Like Never Before

Shalini, Sheeba, Rasika: Clicked Like Never Before

Rediff.com16 Jun 2026

Celebrated photographer Atul Kasbekar unveils his latest exhibition, HONEST: Portraits of Character, a wonderful tribute to the actors who have profoundly influenced Hindi cinema with their incandescent performance.

Deadly Land Dispute Claims Five Lives In Pakistan

Deadly Land Dispute Claims Five Lives In Pakistan

Rediff.com7 Jun 2026

Five individuals were killed and two injured in a fatal gunfight stemming from a land dispute in South Waziristan, northwest Pakistan. The incident involved rival groups from the Suleman Khel tribe, prompting police to initiate legal proceedings to bring the culprits to justice.

Viral Video Robbery: Specially-Abled Victim's Phone Snatcher Caught

Viral Video Robbery: Specially-Abled Victim's Phone Snatcher Caught

Rediff.com14 Jun 2026

Delhi Police have apprehended Firoj Alam, a man accused of robbing a mobile phone from a specially-abled person in Jahangirpuri. The incident, which went viral on social media, led to a police investigation, with an eyewitness and CCTV footage aiding in the suspect's identification and arrest. Alam has a history of similar offences.

Watch: Aamir Khan Kisses Bride Gauri Spratt

Watch: Aamir Khan Kisses Bride Gauri Spratt

Rediff.com6 Jul 2026

Aamir Khan and Gauri Spratt tied the knot in a registered marriage ceremony in Mumbai.

Militant Drone Attack Injures Seven Policemen In Pakistan

Militant Drone Attack Injures Seven Policemen In Pakistan

Rediff.com10 Jun 2026

Seven policemen were injured in a drone strike by unidentified militants on their convoy in Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province. The attack occurred during an anti-militant operation, and security forces have launched a search. The government often blames the banned Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan for such incidents.

Militant Drone Attack Injures Seven Policemen In Pakistan

Militant Drone Attack Injures Seven Policemen In Pakistan

Rediff.com10 Jun 2026

Seven policemen were injured in a drone strike by unidentified militants on their convoy in Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province. The attack occurred during an anti-militant operation, and security forces have launched a search. The government often blames the banned Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan for such incidents.

How A Drone Strike Prevented A Major Suicide Attack In Pakistan

How A Drone Strike Prevented A Major Suicide Attack In Pakistan

Rediff.com7 Jun 2026

Security forces in northwest Pakistan successfully used a drone strike to destroy an explosive-laden vehicle in the North Waziristan district, preventing a potential suicide attack. The region of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa is known for ongoing militant violence and cross-border insurgencies.

Unidentified Miscreants Vandalise Delhi Pub

Unidentified Miscreants Vandalise Delhi Pub

Rediff.com11 Jun 2026

A pub in northwest Delhi's Azadpur area was vandalised by a group of unidentified miscreants using sticks and scythes. Police have registered an FIR, identified some suspects through CCTV footage, and are investigating the motive behind the attack.

Delhi Police Cracks Murder Case With Cross-Border Manhunt

Delhi Police Cracks Murder Case With Cross-Border Manhunt

Rediff.com5 Jun 2026

Delhi Police have arrested Suman Kumar Jha, accused of murdering Ramesh Yadav in northwest Delhi. The arrest came after a two-month-long manhunt that involved tracking Jha across multiple states and to Nepal, where he had fled. Jha confessed to attacking Yadav with a stone after a quarrel.

Pakistan: Gunmen Ambush Police Convoy, Kill Two Suspects

Pakistan: Gunmen Ambush Police Convoy, Kill Two Suspects

Rediff.com8 Jun 2026

Unidentified gunmen attacked a police vehicle in Pakistan's Hangu district, killing two under-custody suspects and injuring a police constable. The suspects were being transported to jail for a kidnapping, rape, and murder case when their convoy was ambushed.

Pakistan Security Forces Neutralise Two Terrorists In Khyber Operation

Pakistan Security Forces Neutralise Two Terrorists In Khyber Operation

Rediff.com6 Jun 2026

Pakistani security forces conducted an operation in the Khyber district of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, killing two terrorists. The region has a history of militant violence, with the Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) frequently accused of attacks following the end of their ceasefire.

Pakistan Forces Repel Taliban Check Post Seizure Bid, Abductions Follow

Pakistan Forces Repel Taliban Check Post Seizure Bid, Abductions Follow

Rediff.com9 Jun 2026

Taliban militants launched two separate attacks near Peshawar, Pakistan. In one incident, six Frontier Constabulary personnel were killed and four injured while thwarting an attempt to seize a check post, with eight militants also killed. In a second attack, two security personnel were abducted, and a check-post was bombed. Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan claimed responsibility for the attacks.

Four Killed In Attack On Pakistan Peace Committee

Four Killed In Attack On Pakistan Peace Committee

Rediff.com24 May 2026

Terrorists ambushed and killed four members of a local peace committee in northwest Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, police said. The attack occurred in Dera Ismail Khan District, with terrorists also abducting a member and seizing weapons. Security forces have launched a search operation.

US Congress Pays Tribute To Indian-American Tech Leader Sivaramakrishnan Somasegar

US Congress Pays Tribute To Indian-American Tech Leader Sivaramakrishnan Somasegar

Rediff.com13 Jun 2026

The US Congress has paid tribute to the late Indian-American entrepreneur Sivaramakrishnan Somasegar, known as 'Soma', for his significant contributions to Microsoft and the broader technology sector. Congresswoman Suzan DelBene highlighted his impactful career at Microsoft, his role in fostering new startups, and his community involvement, including co-founding the Seattle Orcas cricket team.

India sees 41% rainfall deficit from June 4 to 18 as monsoon advance stalls

India sees 41% rainfall deficit from June 4 to 18 as monsoon advance stalls

Rediff.com18 Jun 2026

With the southwest monsoon stalled over southern Maharashtra, India is facing a nationwide rainfall deficit of 41 percent between June 4 and June 18, according to the latest India meteorological department (IMD) data.

Delhi scooter rider killed in Mercedes hit-and-run; driver held after 2 days

Delhi scooter rider killed in Mercedes hit-and-run; driver held after 2 days

Rediff.com7 Jul 2026

In a hit-and-run case, a scooter rider was killed after being struck by a Mercedes car in northwest Delhi's Jahangirpuri area, the police said on Tuesday. The driver of the luxury car was arrested on Tuesday in connection with the accident that took place on July 5 near the foot overbridge at the Jahangirpuri Bus Stand on the Outer Ring Road.

Delhi to get first underground nuclear and chemical command centre

Delhi to get first underground nuclear and chemical command centre

Rediff.com2 Jul 2026

Delhi is set to establish its first underground Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear (CBRN) command centre at the new Delhi Fire Services headquarters, a facility designed to ensure uninterrupted coordination and protection for personnel during nuclear warfare, radiological leaks, or chemical disasters.

Sikh couple shot dead in Pakistan gurdwara

Sikh couple shot dead in Pakistan gurdwara

Rediff.com18 Jun 2026

A Sikh caretaker couple was tragically shot dead inside a gurdwara in Mardan, Pakistan. Police have launched an investigation, forming special teams and utilising forensic resources to identify the assailants. Local lawmaker Suresh Kumar has condemned the incident, expressed concerns over the handling of evidence, and demanded swift arrests, threatening protests if progress is not made within 24 hours.

'People Want To Kill Me'

'People Want To Kill Me'

Rediff.com9 Jul 2026

'My wife was disturbed. She didn't know how to sleep next to me. It was traumatising.' 'I remember having a frankie at a roadside stall, and a lady came to me and shouted, 'Oh my God!'' 'I said, 'No, no, no... I'm just an actor'.

Delhi Police Arrests Three, Including Juvenile, For Jahangirpuri Arson

Delhi Police Arrests Three, Including Juvenile, For Jahangirpuri Arson

Rediff.com14 Jun 2026

Delhi Police have arrested three individuals, including a juvenile, for allegedly setting three two-wheelers on fire in Jahangirpuri. The arson was reportedly an act of revenge following an earlier altercation involving the juvenile.

Monsoon fury: Several dead across country, red alert in Palghar

Monsoon fury: Several dead across country, red alert in Palghar

Rediff.com2 Jul 2026

Monsoon rains have unleashed widespread destruction across India, claiming seven lives in Himachal Pradesh and Karnataka due to landslides and floods, while heavy downpours have disrupted normal life and triggered red alerts in Maharashtra and other regions.

Pakistan Forces Neutralise 21 Terrorists, Including Key Leaders, In Major Operations

Pakistan Forces Neutralise 21 Terrorists, Including Key Leaders, In Major Operations

Rediff.com13 Jun 2026

Pakistan's security forces have killed 21 terrorists, including four ring leaders of the banned Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP), in intelligence-based operations in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province over the last three days. These operations are part of an ongoing counter-terrorism campaign, with a total of 48 "khwarij" eliminated since last week.

Pakistan's Major Anti-Terror Operation Kills 27 Militants

Pakistan's Major Anti-Terror Operation Kills 27 Militants

Rediff.com8 Jun 2026

Pakistan's security forces have killed 27 militants linked to Fitna al-Khawarij in intelligence-based operations in North Waziristan. The operations targeted militant hideouts, recovered weapons, and avenged the killing of a local figure, reaffirming the state's commitment to eradicating terrorism under the Azm-e-Istehkam campaign.

Masked Men Torch Bikes In Jahangirpuri After Drug Complaint

Masked Men Torch Bikes In Jahangirpuri After Drug Complaint

Rediff.com10 Jun 2026

Four masked men allegedly torched parked motorcycles in Jahangirpuri, Delhi, in what residents believe is retaliation for a complaint made to police about drug abuse in a local park. Police are investigating the incident, which damaged three vehicles, and have registered an FIR.