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Four Arrested In Indore Child Kidnapping Case

Four Arrested In Indore Child Kidnapping Case

Rediff.com24 Apr 2026

Four individuals, including two women, have been arrested in Indore for allegedly kidnapping two children and demanding a ransom of Rs 15 lakh. The children were lured with the promise of pets and later rescued by the police.

Man Held For Allegedly Killing Daughter Over Dinner Row

Man Held For Allegedly Killing Daughter Over Dinner Row

Rediff.com23 Apr 2026

A man in Uttar Pradesh has been arrested for allegedly killing his daughter with an axe following an argument about dinner.

Drive Review: 2026 Tata Punch.ev is no longer just a city car

Drive Review: 2026 Tata Punch.ev is no longer just a city car

Rediff.com5 Mar 2026

With the 40kWh battery and 65kW faster charging, it is now a legitimate primary car for a small family that can handle weekend trips easily, says Rajesh Karkera.

EPL PIX: Arsenal smash Fulham, go 6 points clear

EPL PIX: Arsenal smash Fulham, go 6 points clear

Rediff.com3 May 2026

Arsenal moved to the top of the Premier League with a comfortable 3-0 win over Fulham on Saturday, extending their lead in the title race.

Itanagar Woman Killed in Hacking Attack; Suspect Apprehended

Itanagar Woman Killed in Hacking Attack; Suspect Apprehended

Rediff.com8 Apr 2026

A 42-year-old woman was allegedly hacked to death in Itanagar. Police have apprehended a suspect and are investigating the motive behind the attack.

Indore Man Found Dead in Home; Rat Bites Suspected

Indore Man Found Dead in Home; Rat Bites Suspected

Rediff.com16 Apr 2026

A 65-year-old man was discovered dead in his Indore home, with rat bite marks on his body. Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding his death, including examining CCTV footage and interviewing family and neighbours.

Gym trainer ends life, family alleges blackmail by married woman

Gym trainer ends life, family alleges blackmail by married woman

Rediff.com13 Apr 2026

A Bengaluru gym trainer's alleged suicide has triggered a police investigation into claims that a married woman's blackmail and harassment drove him to take his own life.

Delhi Police Nab 'Thak Thak' Gang Member, Recover Stolen Goods

Delhi Police Nab 'Thak Thak' Gang Member, Recover Stolen Goods

Rediff.com17 Apr 2026

Delhi Police have arrested a 24-year-old man allegedly linked to the 'thak thak' gang, recovering stolen jewellery, foreign currency, and documents.

Delhi Police Bust Honey-Trap Robbery Module

Delhi Police Bust Honey-Trap Robbery Module

Rediff.com17 Apr 2026

Delhi Police have arrested three individuals, including a woman, for operating a honey-trap robbery module in the Mehrauli area. The woman would lure victims to secluded spots where her accomplices would rob them at knifepoint.

Man Killed in Home Invasion in Nagpur

Man Killed in Home Invasion in Nagpur

Rediff.com13 Apr 2026

A 60-year-old disabled man was allegedly strangled to death during a robbery at his home in Nagpur, Maharashtra. Police have arrested one suspect and are searching for two others.

Sindarov Secures Spot to Face Gukesh in World Chess Championship

Sindarov Secures Spot to Face Gukesh in World Chess Championship

Rediff.com14 Apr 2026

Uzbekistan's Javokhir Sindarov has won the Candidates Chess Tournament, earning the right to challenge India's D Gukesh for the World Chess Championship title in 2026.

Sena Leader Raises Concerns Over Nanded Law and Order After Spate of Killings

Sena Leader Raises Concerns Over Nanded Law and Order After Spate of Killings

Rediff.com8 Apr 2026

A Shiv Sena legislator has expressed serious concerns about the deteriorating law and order situation in Nanded, Maharashtra, following a series of murders and reports of widespread illegal firearms and extortion.

Mumbai Man Nabbed for Stealing 27 LPG Cylinders Amid Shortage Rumours

Mumbai Man Nabbed for Stealing 27 LPG Cylinders Amid Shortage Rumours

Rediff.com8 Apr 2026

A 32-year-old man has been arrested in Mumbai for allegedly stealing 27 LPG cylinders. The arrest comes amid rumours of cooking gas shortages.

Outrage as Labourer Arrested in Thane Rape Case; Political Parties Demand Worker Verification

Outrage as Labourer Arrested in Thane Rape Case; Political Parties Demand Worker Verification

Rediff.com7 Apr 2026

A labourer has been arrested in Thane for allegedly raping a seven-year-old girl at a construction site, sparking outrage and demands for stricter verification of migrant workers.

Mumbai Police Arrest Key Supplier In Drug Overdose Deaths

Mumbai Police Arrest Key Supplier In Drug Overdose Deaths

Rediff.com18 Apr 2026

Mumbai police have arrested a key supplier in connection with the deaths of two MBA students from suspected drug overdose at a concert in Goregaon. The arrest brings the total number of people in custody to nine as the investigation continues.

Goa Police Seek Arrest Of Speaker Over Offensive Remarks

Goa Police Seek Arrest Of Speaker Over Offensive Remarks

Rediff.com23 Apr 2026

A local court has issued a non-bailable warrant against right-wing speaker Gautam Khattar, wanted by Goa Police for allegedly making offensive remarks against St Francis Xavier.

Thane Activist Accused Of Sexual Assault And Blackmail

Thane Activist Accused Of Sexual Assault And Blackmail

Rediff.com19 Apr 2026

Police in Thane have registered a case against a 35-year-old social activist accused of sexually assaulting a woman, blackmailing her with objectionable videos, and using her to steal sensitive documents.

Maharashtra Man Duped of 28,000 in Sophisticated Online Scam

Maharashtra Man Duped of 28,000 in Sophisticated Online Scam

Rediff.com10 Apr 2026

A 64-year-old man from Thane, Maharashtra, was allegedly defrauded of nearly 28,000 in a digital arrest scam involving fraudulent WhatsApp calls and threats.

Thane Court Acquits Man in Rape Case, Cites Weak Prosecution Evidence

Thane Court Acquits Man in Rape Case, Cites Weak Prosecution Evidence

Rediff.com15 Apr 2026

A Thane court acquitted a 53-year-old man of rape charges, citing weak prosecution evidence and inconsistencies in the victim's testimony.

Missing Jhansi Teen Found Dead in Suspicious Circumstances

Missing Jhansi Teen Found Dead in Suspicious Circumstances

Rediff.com7 Apr 2026

A 17-year-old girl who went missing on April 2nd in Jhansi, India, was found dead in a well under suspicious circumstances. Police are investigating the case and have detained individuals for questioning.

Navi Mumbai Man Arrested in Fake Land Document Scam

Navi Mumbai Man Arrested in Fake Land Document Scam

Rediff.com3 Apr 2026

A 59-year-old man has been arrested in Navi Mumbai for allegedly creating fake documents to facilitate the illegal sale of a plot of land reserved for public use.

Gujarat Tragedy: Five Children Dead in Suspected Suicide Attempts

Gujarat Tragedy: Five Children Dead in Suspected Suicide Attempts

Rediff.com16 Apr 2026

Five children have died in two separate incidents in Gujarat's Dahod district, involving alleged suicide attempts by their parents. Investigations are underway to determine the causes.

Gujarat Suicides: Five Children Dead in Dahod District

Gujarat Suicides: Five Children Dead in Dahod District

Rediff.com16 Apr 2026

Five children have died in two separate incidents in Gujarat's Dahod district, both suspected to be suicide attempts by their mothers. The incidents highlight the devastating impact of domestic issues and mental health challenges on families.

Goa Police Issue Lookout Notice For Speaker Over Saint Remarks

Goa Police Issue Lookout Notice For Speaker Over Saint Remarks

Rediff.com22 Apr 2026

Goa Police have issued a Look Out Circular against right-wing speaker Gautam Khattar for alleged objectionable remarks against St Francis Xavier and arrested his brother in Uttarakhand. The arrest follows widespread condemnation and protests over Khattar's remarks at an event in Goa.

KCR's daughter Kavitha launches new political party, calls father 'soulless'

KCR's daughter Kavitha launches new political party, calls father 'soulless'

Rediff.com25 Apr 2026

K Kavitha, daughter of former Telangana CM K Chandrasekhar Rao, has launched a new political party, Telangana Rashtra Sena (TRS), after her suspension from the BRS, marking a new chapter in Telangana politics.

Mumbai Man Gets Life for Killing Toddler Over Broken Cup

Mumbai Man Gets Life for Killing Toddler Over Broken Cup

Rediff.com15 Apr 2026

A Mumbai court sentenced a man to life imprisonment for the 2017 murder of a three-year-old boy, ruling the crime was intentional but did not warrant the death penalty.

Nagpur Youths Arrested for Murdering Boy in Ransom Plot

Nagpur Youths Arrested for Murdering Boy in Ransom Plot

Rediff.com6 Apr 2026

Three youths have been arrested in Nagpur for allegedly murdering a 14-year-old boy in a kidnapping for ransom plot.

Mumbai Police Seize 7.69 Crore Worth of Hydroponic Weed, Arrest Man

Mumbai Police Seize 7.69 Crore Worth of Hydroponic Weed, Arrest Man

Rediff.com7 Apr 2026

A 24-year-old man was arrested in Mumbai with hydroponic weed valued at 7.69 crore. The accused, Adnan Nasir Khan, was apprehended in Vile Parle while attempting to deliver the consignment. Police are investigating the source and intended recipient of the drugs.

MP Police Probe Marriage of Woman Who Met Muslim Man at Kumbh Mela

MP Police Probe Marriage of Woman Who Met Muslim Man at Kumbh Mela

Rediff.com16 Apr 2026

Madhya Pradesh Police are in Kochi investigating the marriage of a young woman and a Muslim man, amid claims she is underage and seeking police protection.

Nine held over Dharwad Youth Congress leader's murder

Nine held over Dharwad Youth Congress leader's murder

Rediff.com13 Apr 2026

Police in Dharwad, Karnataka, have arrested nine men in connection with the murder of a Youth Congress leader, Fairoz Pathan, who was attacked at his residence.

Parking Row Turns Deadly: Delhi Trader Shot Dead By Tenant

Parking Row Turns Deadly: Delhi Trader Shot Dead By Tenant

Rediff.com20 Apr 2026

A 34-year-old cloth trader was fatally shot by his tenant in Delhi's Preet Vihar following a dispute over parking. Police have arrested the accused and are investigating the involvement of his associates.

Ex-Students Nabbed for Kidnapping Freshman and Demanding Ransom in Bengaluru

Ex-Students Nabbed for Kidnapping Freshman and Demanding Ransom in Bengaluru

Rediff.com13 Apr 2026

Four individuals, including former and current senior students, have been arrested in Bengaluru for allegedly kidnapping a 19-year-old student and demanding a ransom for his release. Police swiftly rescued the victim and apprehended the suspects.

Bengaluru: Students forced to remove sacred thread during CET; probe ordered

Bengaluru: Students forced to remove sacred thread during CET; probe ordered

Rediff.com25 Apr 2026

A controversy has erupted in Bengaluru after five Brahmin students were allegedly forced to remove their sacred thread at Krupanidhi College during the Common Entrance Test (CET). Students claim invigilators demanded the removal of the sacred thread despite previous government assurances that it would not be required.

UP Woman Hacked to Death by Nephew After Family Argument

UP Woman Hacked to Death by Nephew After Family Argument

Rediff.com16 Apr 2026

A 42-year-old woman in Uttar Pradesh was allegedly killed by her nephew with a spade following a dispute between two families. Two children were also injured when they intervened. Police are investigating the incident and have detained two women for questioning.

When Iranian Missiles Hit Israel Hard

When Iranian Missiles Hit Israel Hard

Rediff.com24 Mar 2026

Dimona and Ahad came under intense Iranian missile fire over the weekend as the conflict entered a far more volatile phase. These photographs capture the aftermath of the strikes -- thick smoke rising over the cities, emergency teams rushing to the scenes and residents caught in the chaos that followed.

What's Behind the Spike in Public Murders in Nanded?

What's Behind the Spike in Public Murders in Nanded?

Rediff.com6 Apr 2026

A Shiv Sena worker was murdered in Nanded, marking the fifth such incident in the city in three days, raising concerns about escalating violence.

Premier League: Liverpool end losing run; Arsenal get title jolt

Premier League: Liverpool end losing run; Arsenal get title jolt

Rediff.com12 Apr 2026

Arsenal's title hopes suffer a blow with a home defeat to Bournemouth, while Liverpool strengthens their Champions League aspirations with a win over Fulham. Brentford and Everton draw in a battle of top-five contenders.

Delhi Boy Stabbed: Four Juveniles Arrested After Mayur Vihar Attack

Delhi Boy Stabbed: Four Juveniles Arrested After Mayur Vihar Attack

Rediff.com13 Apr 2026

A minor boy was stabbed by four juveniles in Delhi's Mayur Vihar. All the accused have been apprehended by the police. The incident occurred due to old enmity.

Shiv Sena Leader Stabbed to Death in Nanded; Suspect Detained After Encounter

Shiv Sena Leader Stabbed to Death in Nanded; Suspect Detained After Encounter

Rediff.com6 Apr 2026

A Shiv Sena worker was stabbed to death in Nanded, India, marking the fifth public murder in the city in three days. A suspect has been detained after an encounter with police.

Trump Evacuated After Gunman Opens Fire At Dinner

Trump Evacuated After Gunman Opens Fire At Dinner

Rediff.com26 Apr 2026

US President Donald Trump and other top officials were evacuated unharmed from the annual dinner of the White House Correspondents' Association after a man armed with multiple weapons fired shots outside the hotel ballroom.