News for 'Old Delhi'

Security lapse as three-day-old child kidnapped from Delhi hospital

Security lapse as three-day-old child kidnapped from Delhi hospital

Rediff.com7 days ago

A three-day-old boy was allegedly abducted from a Delhi hospital, prompting a police investigation and search operation.

Delhi: 6-yr-old on way to school killed as car hits e-rickshaw

Delhi: 6-yr-old on way to school killed as car hits e-rickshaw

Rediff.com4 days ago

A six-year-old girl died and her grandmother was injured after their e-rickshaw collided with a car in Janakpuri, Delhi. Police have arrested the driver and are investigating the incident, which has raised concerns about e-rickshaw safety in the city.

27-year-old biker dies after falling into open pit in Kerala

27-year-old biker dies after falling into open pit in Kerala

Rediff.com7 days ago

A 27-year-old man died after falling into an open roadside pit near Thodupuzha in Kerala's Idukki district. The incident has sparked protests and an investigation into potential negligence by the Public Works Department.

Air ambulance from Ranchi to Delhi crashes, all 7 on board killed

Air ambulance from Ranchi to Delhi crashes, all 7 on board killed

Rediff.com14 hours ago

The crash took place shortly after the aircraft operated by Redbird Airways Pvt Ltd took off from Ranchi airport at 7.11 pm.

Delhi Marathon: Karkera storms to victory, seals Asian Games spot

Delhi Marathon: Karkera storms to victory, seals Asian Games spot

Rediff.com2 days ago

Kartik Karkera won the 11th New Delhi Marathon, surpassing the Asian Games qualifying standard, along with two other runners. Over 30,000 runners participated in the event.

Birthday joy turns tragic, Jamia student killed in Delhi accident

Birthday joy turns tragic, Jamia student killed in Delhi accident

Rediff.com13 Feb 2026

A 19-year-old was killed and his friend severely injured after a speeding truck collided with their scooter in Delhi. The incident occurred while they were celebrating the deceased's birthday.

Fresh Delhi crash video shows minor SUV driver, sister blaming biker

Fresh Delhi crash video shows minor SUV driver, sister blaming biker

Rediff.com6 days ago

A new video has surfaced showing the aftermath of the fatal SUV crash in Dwarka that killed a 23-year-old biker, revealing the accused driver and his sister attempting to shift blame.

Minor driver's sister shot Delhi crash video, now key to biker death probe

Minor driver's sister shot Delhi crash video, now key to biker death probe

Rediff.com7 days ago

A video has surfaced showing the moment of the collision in Dwarka that killed a 23-year-old biker. The video, allegedly filmed from inside the SUV driven by a 17-year-old, shows the moments leading up to the crash. The driver was later released on bail.

Kerala salutes 10-month-old organ donor who gave 4 people a new life

Kerala salutes 10-month-old organ donor who gave 4 people a new life

Rediff.com15 Feb 2026

Kerala bid farewell to a 10-month-old girl, the state's youngest organ donor, with state honors after her parents donated her organs following her brain death.

Delhi double murder: Woman, daughter found stuffed in bed box; kin at large

Delhi double murder: Woman, daughter found stuffed in bed box; kin at large

Rediff.com2 days ago

A 35-year-old woman and her six-year-old daughter were found murdered in their Delhi home; police are searching for a neighbor identified as the prime suspect.

Days after biker's death, open manhole kills labourer in Delhi

Days after biker's death, open manhole kills labourer in Delhi

Rediff.com11 Feb 2026

A labourer died after falling into an uncovered manhole in Delhi's Rohini area, marking the second such incident in the city within a week.

Delhi biker's death: Unbarricaded 15-ft pit left open on busy road

Delhi biker's death: Unbarricaded 15-ft pit left open on busy road

Rediff.com7 Feb 2026

A 25-year-old man died after falling into an unprotected pit dug by the Delhi Jal Board in Janakpuri, Delhi. Police have registered a case of culpable homicide against the contractor and officials of the Delhi Jal Board.

Heading home after a year, Bihar labourer falls to death in Delhi manhole

Heading home after a year, Bihar labourer falls to death in Delhi manhole

Rediff.com11 Feb 2026

His death leaves behind an elderly mother, his wife and three children all under the age of five.

17-year-old Anahat Singh scripts history with maiden title

17-year-old Anahat Singh scripts history with maiden title

Rediff.com2 Feb 2026

Teen squash prodigy Anahat Singh upset top seed Georgina Kennedy to win her first PSA Bronze title at the Squash On Fire Open in Washington.

NEET-EWS Quota: How A 19 Yr Old Won A Supreme Court Case

NEET-EWS Quota: How A 19 Yr Old Won A Supreme Court Case

Rediff.com1 days ago

'My argument was straightforward: If the Constitution allows this reservation and SC/ST and OBC candidates are already getting reservation in private institutions -- backed by Constitution Bench orders -- then not extending the same to EWS candidates directly violates the 103rd Amendment and Article 14, which guarantees the right to equality.'

'Sex worker, sell momos': NE women face racial abuse in Delhi

'Sex worker, sell momos': NE women face racial abuse in Delhi

Rediff.com2 days ago

Three women from Arunachal Pradesh living in Delhi allege they were subjected to racial slurs and harassment by their neighbors following a minor dispute over dust from an AC installation.

6-year-old girl gang-raped by three boys, aged 10-16

6-year-old girl gang-raped by three boys, aged 10-16

Rediff.com28 Jan 2026

'She came home covered in blood. When I asked her, she first said she had fallen, but there were no injuries on any other part of her body. On questioning further, she told me what had been done to her'

Delhi teacher poses as woman, attacks sister-in-law over family row

Delhi teacher poses as woman, attacks sister-in-law over family row

Rediff.com16 Feb 2026

A 27-year-old physiotherapist was attacked by her brother-in-law, disguised in women's clothing, in Delhi's Rohini area. The accused, identified as Jai Prakash Yadav, was arrested and faces charges of attempted murder.

Delhi biker death: Labourer held for not reporting fall

Delhi biker death: Labourer held for not reporting fall

Rediff.com9 Feb 2026

Delhi Police have arrested a labourer for allegedly failing to report a biker's fall into a pit in Janakpuri, which led to the biker's death. The subcontractor involved was also arrested.

'His phone rang all night, but police didn't act': Delhi biker's kin

'His phone rang all night, but police didn't act': Delhi biker's kin

Rediff.com6 Feb 2026

The family of a 25-year-old man who died after falling into a pit in Delhi alleges negligence by authorities, claiming their pleas for help were ignored during a desperate overnight search.

Son killed by reckless driving for 'reels': Delhi road crash victim's mother

Son killed by reckless driving for 'reels': Delhi road crash victim's mother

Rediff.com7 days ago

The mother of a 23-year-old man killed in a road accident in Dwarka alleges her son was killed by a minor driving recklessly for social media stunts; police investigation is ongoing.

Delhi man beaten with helmet by delivery agents dies

Delhi man beaten with helmet by delivery agents dies

Rediff.com3 Feb 2026

A 36-year-old businessman in Delhi died after being allegedly assaulted by food delivery agents following a verbal argument. The incident occurred in Connaught Place, and the victim succumbed to his injuries after being hospitalized.

'Record the phone call, I am killing your sister': Husband to Delhi commando's brother

'Record the phone call, I am killing your sister': Husband to Delhi commando's brother

Rediff.com29 Jan 2026

A Delhi Police SWAT commando died after allegedly being brutally assaulted by her husband, who reportedly announced the killing during a phone call with the victim's brother. The family alleges prolonged torture and dowry harassment.

Biker dies after falling into 15-feet-deep pit dug by DJB in Delhi

Biker dies after falling into 15-feet-deep pit dug by DJB in Delhi

Rediff.com6 Feb 2026

This incident comes weeks after the death of 27-year-old software engineer Yuvraj Mehta, who drowned after his car fell into a waterlogged pit near a construction site in Noida Sector 150 on the intervening night of January 16 and 17.

Speeding Thar kills 18-year-old IAF aspirant during morning jog

Speeding Thar kills 18-year-old IAF aspirant during morning jog

Rediff.com22 Jan 2026

The driver fled the scene, abandoning the vehicle near Dadi Ka Phatak, police said, adding that the SUV later collided with another vehicle while fleeing.

25-year-old Hindu youth burnt to death in Bangladesh

25-year-old Hindu youth burnt to death in Bangladesh

Rediff.com25 Jan 2026

He was sleeping in a garage when the fire broke out, and CCTV footage suggests foul play.

A lane falls silent as Delhi bids farewell to pilot Shambhavi Pathak

A lane falls silent as Delhi bids farewell to pilot Shambhavi Pathak

Rediff.com29 Jan 2026

The mortal remains of pilot Shambhavi Pathak, who died in a plane crash near Baramati, Maharashtra, were brought to her Delhi residence. The community mourned the loss of the young and dedicated pilot.

Elderly Delhi resident duped of over Rs 2 cr in cyber fraud

Elderly Delhi resident duped of over Rs 2 cr in cyber fraud

Rediff.com15 Jan 2026

Five individuals, including an electronic repair shop owner and a DJ operator, have been arrested for allegedly defrauding a 78-year-old Delhi resident of over Rs 2.19 crore through a sophisticated cyber fraud involving impersonation of law enforcement officials and a 'digital arrest'.

BMW driver faces culpable homicide charge in Sep Delhi accident

BMW driver faces culpable homicide charge in Sep Delhi accident

Rediff.com23 Jan 2026

Delhi Police inform court that a BMW driver involved in a fatal accident last September is charged with culpable homicide for allegedly delaying medical assistance to the victim.

Shikhar Dhawan Marries Sophie Shine

Shikhar Dhawan Marries Sophie Shine

Rediff.com2 days ago

Former India cricketer Shikhar Dhawan marries long-time girlfriend Sophie Shine in a private Delhi NCR ceremony; Yuzvendra Chahal shares wedding pictures.

Man loses Rs 16.50L in digital arrest for 'Delhi blast probe'

Man loses Rs 16.50L in digital arrest for 'Delhi blast probe'

Rediff.com22 Jan 2026

The caller told the victim that a bank account linked to his mobile number had allegedly received Rs 7 crore through money laundering activities and warned that he would be arrested in the case.

8-yr-old brings mother's body for autopsy after HIV-related death

8-yr-old brings mother's body for autopsy after HIV-related death

Rediff.com16 Jan 2026

Neelam (40), wife of Surendra, died during treatment at Virangana Avantibai Medical College on Thursday. At the time of her death, only her minor son Shani was with her, police said.

Delhi police crack murder case with AI help

Delhi police crack murder case with AI help

Rediff.com20 Jan 2026

Delhi Police solved the murder of a woman in Shalimar Bagh using AI to enhance CCTV footage, leading to the arrest of three men from Bihar. The victim was a key witness in her husband's murder case.

Indian Open Race Walk: Sahil stuns favorites to win

Indian Open Race Walk: Sahil stuns favorites to win

Rediff.com2 days ago

Punjab's Sahil and Haryana's Ravina emerged victorious in the men's and women's half marathon events respectively at the Indian Open Race Walk Competition.

'He wasn't making reels': Dwarka SUV crash accused's father

'He wasn't making reels': Dwarka SUV crash accused's father

Rediff.com6 days ago

The father of the minor accused in the fatal Dwarka road accident speaks out, expressing deep grief and pledging full cooperation with the ongoing police investigation into the tragic incident that claimed the life of 23-year-old Sahil Dhaneshra.

Air Ambulance Crash: Kin rue lack of proper treatment in Ranchi

Air Ambulance Crash: Kin rue lack of proper treatment in Ranchi

Rediff.com5 hours ago

An air ambulance crashed in Jharkhand's Chatra district, killing all seven people on board. The incident has sparked grief and calls for investigation into the flight's approval during inclement weather.

On Valentine's Day, man shoots girlfriend, then self in car

On Valentine's Day, man shoots girlfriend, then self in car

Rediff.com14 Feb 2026

In a tragic incident in Noida, a man allegedly shot his girlfriend before taking his own life inside a car, prompting a police investigation into the suspected murder-suicide.

What Sushma Seth, 89, Is Doing These Days

What Sushma Seth, 89, Is Doing These Days

Rediff.com10 hours ago

'Despite acting in some 100 films and television plays, people still remember the daadi of Hum Log.'

Where To Watch Gustaakh Ishq On OTT

Where To Watch Gustaakh Ishq On OTT

Rediff.com27 Jan 2026

The poetic love story Gustaakh Ishq has started streaming on JioHotstar.

Can India Reset Ties With Bangladesh?

Can India Reset Ties With Bangladesh?

Rediff.com13 hours ago

Sensitive issues remain. Water sharing of the Ganga and Teesta rivers. Treatment of minorities, particularly Hindus. Border management. Trade imbalances. Connectivity projects.What happens next will shape not just bilateral ties, but the balance of South Asia itself, points out Ramesh Menon.