News for 'Poison'

Navy sailor, wife and two kids found dead at Mumbai home; suicide suspected

Navy sailor, wife and two kids found dead at Mumbai home; suicide suspected

Rediff.com16 Aug 2026

An Indian Navy sailor, his wife, and their two young children were discovered dead at their residence in Mumbai's Navy Nagar. Police suspect the sailor died by suicide, while his wife and children were poisoned, with investigations ongoing.

'Joru Ka Ghulam' director held after aspiring actor alleges rape

'Joru Ka Ghulam' director held after aspiring actor alleges rape

Rediff.com10 Aug 2026

The Mumbai Police have arrested veteran Bollywood filmmaker Shakeel Noorani following serious allegations of rape and threats.

Gujarat hooch tragedy: 13 more arrested, face culpable homicide charges

Gujarat hooch tragedy: 13 more arrested, face culpable homicide charges

Rediff.com25 Aug 2026

Gujarat Police have arrested 13 additional individuals, including a man from Madhya Pradesh identified as Anand Chhandi, for their involvement in the Bhavnagar hooch tragedy that claimed 13 lives. Chhandi is accused of playing a significant role in manufacturing the methanol-laced spurious liquor and procuring chemicals, bringing the total arrests to 27.

Ravi Kishan: 'People Threw Stones At Me'

Ravi Kishan: 'People Threw Stones At Me'

Rediff.com21 Sep 2026

'I have seen all the storms and floods. I have crawled and reached here.'

Radio-Collared Tiger Dies of Suspected Poisoning Near Satpura Tiger Reserve

Radio-Collared Tiger Dies of Suspected Poisoning Near Satpura Tiger Reserve

Rediff.com29 Mar 2026

A radio-collared tiger was allegedly poisoned to death near the Satpura Tiger Reserve in Madhya Pradesh, leading to the arrest of five individuals suspected of lacing the tiger's kill with poison after it preyed on their cattle; the suspects are also allegedly involved in illegal opium cultivation.

Meerut: Three arrested in connection with fatal liquor poisoning

Meerut: Three arrested in connection with fatal liquor poisoning

Rediff.com6 Apr 2026

Police in Meerut have arrested three individuals, including a woman, following the deaths of three men who consumed liquor from the same bottle. Investigations suggest the incident was a planned poisoning, not a case of toxic alcohol.

Man Killed in Jharkhand Goat Poisoning Dispute

Man Killed in Jharkhand Goat Poisoning Dispute

Rediff.com3 Mar 2026

A 55-year-old man was allegedly killed and his two sons injured after an attack related to a dispute over the poisoning of goats in Jharkhand's Garhwa district.

Suspected Food Poisoning Hospitalises Dozens of Girls in Ahmedabad Hostel

Suspected Food Poisoning Hospitalises Dozens of Girls in Ahmedabad Hostel

Rediff.com5 Apr 2026

Dozens of girls from a hostel in Ahmedabad were hospitalised due to suspected food poisoning. An investigation is underway to determine the cause.

Meerut: Three arrested in connection with fatal liquor poisoning

Meerut: Three arrested in connection with fatal liquor poisoning

Rediff.com6 Apr 2026

Police in Meerut have arrested three individuals, including a woman, following the deaths of three men who consumed liquor from the same bottle. Investigations suggest the incident was a planned poisoning, not a case of toxic alcohol.

Five Kittens Die in Thane, Poisoning Suspected

Five Kittens Die in Thane, Poisoning Suspected

Rediff.com28 Feb 2026

Five kittens died at a housing complex in Thane, India, allegedly due to poisoned food. Police have registered a case under the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act and are investigating.

100 stray dogs poisoned to death in Telangana

100 stray dogs poisoned to death in Telangana

Rediff.com14 Mar 2026

Nearly 100 stray dogs were allegedly poisoned to death in Mancherial district, Telangana, prompting a police investigation and raising concerns about animal welfare.

Jharkhand Woman Allegedly Poisons and Strangles Husband

Jharkhand Woman Allegedly Poisons and Strangles Husband

Rediff.com17 Mar 2026

A 22-year-old woman in Jharkhand has been arrested for allegedly poisoning and strangling her husband to death following marital disputes and a suspected affair.

Police constable arrested in Gujarat hooch tragedy case

Police constable arrested in Gujarat hooch tragedy case

Rediff.com1 Sep 2026

A police constable has been arrested in connection with the Bhavnagar hooch tragedy, which has claimed 13 lives in Gujarat. This brings the total number of arrests to 39, as investigations reveal the constable's links to the prime accused and his involvement in the offence.

Five Arrested for Allegedly Poisoning Man in Odisha's Jajpur

Five Arrested for Allegedly Poisoning Man in Odisha's Jajpur

Rediff.com28 Feb 2026

Police in Odisha's Jajpur district have arrested five people in connection with the poisoning death of a 39-year-old man, Santosh Malik, following a property dispute and subsequent conspiracy.

When Ratan Tata Saved My Dog

When Ratan Tata Saved My Dog

Rediff.com4 Sep 2026

The Small Animal Hospital, which provides world-class treatment to pets and strays alike, continues Ratan Tata's legacy.

Man involved in Gujarat hooch tragedy dies consuming same alcohol

Man involved in Gujarat hooch tragedy dies consuming same alcohol

Rediff.com21 Aug 2026

A spurious liquor tragedy in Gujarat's Bhavnagar district has resulted in eight deaths and left 61 persons affected, with 25 still undergoing treatment. Police have arrested 13 individuals in connection with the incident, which involved methanol-laced alcohol sold under a popular brand name. The State Monitoring Cell is investigating the source and distribution network of the illicit brew.

Overall a good game but can't take any team lightly: Harmanpreet Kaur

Overall a good game but can't take any team lightly: Harmanpreet Kaur

Rediff.com31 Aug 2026

India's women's cricket team secured a commanding 94-run victory over Thailand in their Women's T20 Asia Cup opener. Despite a batting collapse after a strong start by Shafali Verma, India posted 159-9, then bowled out Thailand for just 65, with Deepti Sharma delivering a record-breaking spell. Captain Harmanpreet Kaur acknowledged the win but cautioned against complacency.

MP hooch tragedy claims 11 lives, 54 fall ill; 3 officials suspended

MP hooch tragedy claims 11 lives, 54 fall ill; 3 officials suspended

Rediff.com6 Sep 2026

Eleven people have died and 54 others fallen ill after consuming spurious liquor in Madhya Pradesh's Sagar district. A preliminary investigation suggests the illicit liquor was supplied from Lalitpur in Uttar Pradesh. Authorities have suspended three excise officials and two police personnel, and multiple FIRs have been registered as a probe is underway.

Man Allegedly Poisons 'Friend' After She Refuses to Break Off Engagement

Man Allegedly Poisons 'Friend' After She Refuses to Break Off Engagement

Rediff.com20 Mar 2026

A man in Faridabad allegedly poisoned a woman after she refused to break off her engagement to another man. Both are now in stable condition, and police have registered a case against the accused.

Surrey call-up puts Auqib Nabi on fast track for India's New Zealand Test plans

Surrey call-up puts Auqib Nabi on fast track for India's New Zealand Test plans

Rediff.com30 Aug 2026

Auqib Nabi's Surrey stint will provide crucial first-class exposure in England as the J&K pacer seeks to strengthen his case for India's Test squad for New Zealand.

Mass Stray Dog Poisoning Allegedly Claims 100 Lives in Telangana Village

Mass Stray Dog Poisoning Allegedly Claims 100 Lives in Telangana Village

Rediff.com14 Mar 2026

Nearly 100 stray dogs were allegedly poisoned to death in Mancherial district, Telangana, prompting a police investigation and raising concerns about animal cruelty.

Last Man In Tower Review: Unsettling Must Watch

Last Man In Tower Review: Unsettling Must Watch

Rediff.com11 Sep 2026

Last Man In Tower is an unsettling portrait of a society that can turn against one another when greed dangles the promise of a better life, observes Sreeju Sudhakaran.

Mumbai sailor family deaths: Formatted phones, washed house deepen mystery

Mumbai sailor family deaths: Formatted phones, washed house deepen mystery

Rediff.com20 Aug 2026

Police in Mumbai suspect an Indian Navy sailor, Purnamal Mehra, murdered his wife and two young children before dying by suicide. The bodies were found in their Navy Nagar quarters, with evidence suggesting Mehra attempted to cover his tracks by erasing mobile data. Investigations point to depression and family disputes as potential motives.

Occultist promises 'dhanvarsha', poisons 3 to death

Occultist promises 'dhanvarsha', poisons 3 to death

Rediff.com11 Feb 2026

The police said Kamruddin convinced the three victims to perform a special "pooja" for 'dhanvarsha' and instructed them to arrange Rs 2 lakh in cash along with liquor and cold drinks for the ritual.

Gujarat hooch tragedy: Toll rises to 13 as two more die; 13 arrests so far

Gujarat hooch tragedy: Toll rises to 13 as two more die; 13 arrests so far

Rediff.com23 Aug 2026

The death toll due to the consumption of spurious liquor in Gujarat's Bhavnagar district went up to 13 on Sunday after two more victims succumbed during treatment, officials said.

HC orders Maha FDA to pay Rs 5 lakh to Pune sweet shop over licence suspension

HC orders Maha FDA to pay Rs 5 lakh to Pune sweet shop over licence suspension

Rediff.com17 Aug 2026

The Bombay High Court has ordered the Maharashtra Food and Drugs Administration (FDA) to pay Rs 5 lakh in compensation to a Pune-based sweets shop. The court criticised the FDA for keeping the shop's license suspended despite a 98 per cent compliance report, calling its policy "strange and perverse."

Government Responds to Food Poisoning Concerns in Tribal Schools

Government Responds to Food Poisoning Concerns in Tribal Schools

Rediff.com13 Mar 2026

The Ministry of Tribal Affairs has responded to reports of suspected food poisoning in Eklavya Model Residential Schools by issuing new guidelines to ensure student health and safety.

HC slams FDA for 'going overboard', fines Rs 5 lakh

HC slams FDA for 'going overboard', fines Rs 5 lakh

Rediff.com18 Aug 2026

The Bombay High Court has ordered the Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to pay Rs 5 lakh compensation to a Pune-based sweets shop. The court criticised the FDA for suspending the shop's license despite a 98 per cent compliance report, calling its policy "strange and perverse" and stating the regulator was "going overboard."

Gurugram Woman's Death Sparks Poisoning Allegations Against Husband

Gurugram Woman's Death Sparks Poisoning Allegations Against Husband

Rediff.com20 Mar 2026

A 23-year-old woman in Gurugram died under suspicious circumstances, with her family accusing her husband of injecting her with a toxin. Police have registered a dowry murder case and are investigating the matter.

Maharashtra govt makes reporting snakebite cases compulsory

Maharashtra govt makes reporting snakebite cases compulsory

Rediff.com19 Aug 2026

The Maharashtra government has declared snakebite a notifiable disease, mandating all healthcare providers to report cases and deaths. This move aims to strengthen monitoring, ensure timely treatment, and improve anti-snake venom availability, following a tragic incident where tribal schoolgirls died from snakebites.

Beware! Drinking water at railway stations can make you sick

Beware! Drinking water at railway stations can make you sick

Rediff.com16 Aug 2026

A report by the Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) has revealed the presence of E.coli bacteria in drinking water samples from water coolers at several Indian railway stations. The audit also highlighted unhygienic conditions in railway washrooms and significant deficiencies in Minimum Essential Amenities (MEA) across 458 out of 512 non-suburban stations inspected.

CRPF records highest suicides in five years, most deaths occur on duty

CRPF records highest suicides in five years, most deaths occur on duty

Rediff.com6 Aug 2026

Cases of suicides in the country's largest paramilitary force, Central Reserve Police Force, recorded their highest number at 59 in 2025 over the last five years, with staffers in the constabulary comprising more than 80 percent of those who ended their lives, official sources said on Thursday.

Nearly 100 stray dogs 'poisoned' to death near Hyderabad

Nearly 100 stray dogs 'poisoned' to death near Hyderabad

Rediff.com21 Jan 2026

The fresh incident follows killing of nearly 500 stray dogs in different districts of Telangana since January 6.

8 Foods To Boost Your Immunity This Monsoon

8 Foods To Boost Your Immunity This Monsoon

Rediff.com4 Aug 2026

Consultant-Clinical Dietitian Sabah Ghare recommends why you must include seasonal fruits like jamun along with colourful veggies in your monsoon diet.

IPS trainee attempts suicide after sexual harassment complaint

IPS trainee attempts suicide after sexual harassment complaint

Rediff.com20 Jul 2026

A trainee IPS officer at SVPNPA, accused of stalking and sexually harassing a fellow woman trainee, attempted suicide by consuming a poisonous substance. He is currently hospitalised, and a case has been registered against him under various sections, including the BNS and IT Act.

Financial Woes Lead To Tragic Father-Son Deaths In Delhi

Financial Woes Lead To Tragic Father-Son Deaths In Delhi

Rediff.com6 Jun 2026

A 54-year-old man in northeast Delhi allegedly poisoned his 13-year-old son before dying by suicide, reportedly due to severe financial problems and ongoing separation proceedings with his wife. Police are investigating the tragic incident.

Calcutta HC slams TTEs for illegally 'selling berths like vegetables'

Calcutta HC slams TTEs for illegally 'selling berths like vegetables'

Rediff.com13 Jul 2026

The Calcutta High Court has strongly criticised travelling ticket examiners (TTEs) for illegally selling unoccupied berths, likening it to 'selling vegetables in a market', after such an incident led to the death of a drugged theft victim on a train.

The Kishore Kumar Song That Has Become Gen Z's Voice

The Kishore Kumar Song That Has Become Gen Z's Voice

Rediff.com4 Aug 2026

How did a melancholic Kishore Kumar classic from 1964, remixed decades later, become the unlikely soundtrack to a Gen Z protest?

Woman Commits Suicide After Dispute With Husband

Woman Commits Suicide After Dispute With Husband

Rediff.com27 May 2026

A 34-year-old woman in Bhiwandi, Thane district, allegedly committed suicide by consuming rat poison after a domestic dispute with her husband. Police are investigating the incident and recording statements from her in-laws.

Varanasi Police Probe Mysterious Deaths Of Two Men

Varanasi Police Probe Mysterious Deaths Of Two Men

Rediff.com4 Jun 2026

Police in Varanasi are investigating the suspicious deaths of two men found at their residence in Baniyapur village. A poisonous substance and sulphas tablets were found near the bodies, leading investigators to consider both murder and suicide angles.