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BEST bus strike: Mumbaikars continue to struggle for 2nd day

BEST bus strike: Mumbaikars continue to struggle for 2nd day

Rediff.com20 Jun 2026

BEST employees continued their strike in Mumbai for a second day, causing significant disruption to public transport despite appeals from the Maharashtra Transport Minister and the invocation of MESMA. Commuters were forced to rely on alternative, overcrowded transport options, while the striking unions maintained their demands for budget merger, improved pay, and absorption of contractual workers.

Real Estate Businessman Arrested For Allegedly Shooting Wife

Real Estate Businessman Arrested For Allegedly Shooting Wife

Rediff.com11 Jun 2026

A real-estate businessman in Hyderabad has been apprehended for allegedly shooting his second wife to death. The incident, which occurred on June 10, followed a history of marital discord, harassment, and a previous arrest for firearm possession related to threats against his wife. Police seized the weapon and other evidence.

Passenger triggers bomb scare on train to find a seat

Passenger triggers bomb scare on train to find a seat

Rediff.com16 Jun 2026

A passenger in Lucknow allegedly caused a false bomb alert on a train at Aishbagh station because he couldn't find a seat. The hoax triggered panic and a multi-agency security check, but no suspicious objects were found. The accused, Saini Jackie, has been taken into custody, and legal proceedings are underway.

Prez Murmu's Village Gears Up For PM Modi

Prez Murmu's Village Gears Up For PM Modi

Rediff.com19 Jun 2026

In the remote tribal village of Pahadpur, preparations are in full swing as it looks to script history.

Habitual Offender Caught With Country-Made Pistol In J&K

Habitual Offender Caught With Country-Made Pistol In J&K

Rediff.com13 Jun 2026

Police in Samba district, Jammu and Kashmir, arrested Balwinder Singh alias "Goru", a habitual offender, after intercepting him on a motorcycle. A country-made pistol and a mobile phone were recovered from him. Singh has a history of at least 10 criminal cases under the Arms Act and NDPS Act.

How 948 CCTV cameras helped police trace 7-year-old missing girl

How 948 CCTV cameras helped police trace 7-year-old missing girl

Rediff.com4 Jun 2026

Mumbra police in Thane successfully traced a missing seven-year-old girl using extensive CCTV footage across railway networks. The girl was found safe in Badlapur and revealed she ran away from home due to alleged ill-treatment and excessive chores, adding a complex dimension to the case.

24 killed, dozens hurt in Pak train blast; BLA claims responsibility

24 killed, dozens hurt in Pak train blast; BLA claims responsibility

Rediff.com25 May 2026

A powerful explosion ripped through a shuttle train in Pakistan's Balochistan province, resulting in numerous fatalities and injuries. The Baloch Liberation Army claimed responsibility for the attack, stating the train was transporting military personnel.

Why a Ticket Dispute Escalated to Assault at Thane Railway Station

Why a Ticket Dispute Escalated to Assault at Thane Railway Station

Rediff.com11 Mar 2026

An 18-year-old woman was arrested for allegedly assaulting a ticket checker at Thane railway station after refusing to show her ticket and engaging in a heated argument.

India Post's Biggest Makeover in 150 Years

India Post's Biggest Makeover in 150 Years

Rediff.com27 Jun 2026

India Post is reinventing itself from a traditional mail service into a modern logistics, e-commerce, and real estate powerhouse. Several post offices situated inside major university campuses, called Gen Z post offices, have received a facelift, with cafe-like decor and wi-fi availability.

Security tightened ahead of CJP's second Delhi stir seeking Pradhan's exit

Security tightened ahead of CJP's second Delhi stir seeking Pradhan's exit

Rediff.com19 Jun 2026

Delhi Police has implemented extensive security and surveillance measures across the national capital in anticipation of the second protest by the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) at Jantar Mantar. The protest, led by CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke, has received permission and is expected to draw supporters from various regions, prompting the deployment of CCTV cameras, body-worn cameras, barricades, and reserve forces to ensure peace and order.

Modi, Macron agree on joint AI framework, classified data protection

Modi, Macron agree on joint AI framework, classified data protection

Rediff.com14 Jun 2026

An innovation roadmap, a mechanism to double annual bilateral trade within next five years, and a joint artificial intelligence framework were among 13 outcomes to emerge from wide-ranging talks between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Emmanuel Macron on Sunday.

Deadly Train Explosion Rocks Balochistan, Pakistan

Deadly Train Explosion Rocks Balochistan, Pakistan

Rediff.com24 May 2026

A powerful explosion ripped through a shuttle train in Pakistan's Balochistan province, resulting in numerous fatalities and injuries. The Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) has claimed responsibility for the attack.

Mumbai's BEST bus services remain below normal despite strike recall

Mumbai's BEST bus services remain below normal despite strike recall

Rediff.com22 Jun 2026

Despite BEST employees calling off their indefinite strike, Mumbai's bus services remained significantly below normal on Monday morning, with only 57% of the scheduled fleet operational. Commuters experienced long waits, leading many to seek alternative transport. The strike ended after an agreement with Deputy CM Eknath Shinde, which included interim pay hikes and commitments for future improvements and clearing dues.

Businessman Booked Over Suicide Of Construction Firm Owner

Businessman Booked Over Suicide Of Construction Firm Owner

Rediff.com29 May 2026

A businessman in Palghar has been booked for allegedly abetting the suicide of a construction firm owner, who ended his life by jumping in front of a train.

Teen Arrested For Assaulting Cop During Mobile Theft On Train

Teen Arrested For Assaulting Cop During Mobile Theft On Train

Rediff.com22 May 2026

A teenage member of the 'Irani' gang has been arrested for allegedly assaulting a police constable who caught him stealing a mobile phone on a train in Thane district, Maharashtra.

Mutilated Body Of Missing Boy Found In Kota Forest

Mutilated Body Of Missing Boy Found In Kota Forest

Rediff.com27 May 2026

The mutilated body of a 10-year-old boy, who had been missing, was discovered near a forest in Kota's Railway Colony area. Police suspect the involvement of a 16-year-old neighbour in the killing.

Interstate Liquor Smuggling Network Busted; Crores Worth Of Illicit Liquor Seized

Interstate Liquor Smuggling Network Busted; Crores Worth Of Illicit Liquor Seized

Rediff.com27 May 2026

Delhi Police have dismantled an interstate liquor smuggling network, seizing illicit spirits worth approximately Rs 1.50 crore and arresting three individuals in Delhi and Bengaluru.

Unidentified Man Found Dead On Train At Danapur Station

Unidentified Man Found Dead On Train At Danapur Station

Rediff.com30 May 2026

A man was found dead under mysterious circumstances inside a women's coach of a train at Danapur railway station in Bihar. The body was discovered after the train arrived from Pune, and staff found the coach locked from the inside. Police are investigating the incident and working to identify the deceased.

Railways Criticised For Train Speeds, Fares

Railways Criticised For Train Speeds, Fares

Rediff.com6 Feb 2026

A parliamentary committee has criticized Indian Railways for slow train speeds, discrepancies in 'superfast' fares and inadequate punctuality standards.

'BJP Wants Opposition-Mukt Bengal'

'BJP Wants Opposition-Mukt Bengal'

Rediff.com17 Jun 2026

'BJP wanted a compromised Opposition and found a match in this faction of the Trinamool.'

Can Dinesh Trivedi Reset India-Bangladesh Ties?

Can Dinesh Trivedi Reset India-Bangladesh Ties?

Rediff.com12 Jun 2026

Dinesh Trivedi's experience as a businessperson and his fluency in Bengali are expected to be crucial in strengthening India-Bangladesh relations, particularly in attracting Indian investments to Dhaka.

Odisha Police Rescue 27 Suspected Of Being Trafficked

Odisha Police Rescue 27 Suspected Of Being Trafficked

Rediff.com17 May 2026

Railway police in Odisha rescued 27 people, including 19 minors, from Soro railway station, suspecting they were victims of trafficking.

Anti-Encroachment Drive In Mumbai Slum Turns Violent

Anti-Encroachment Drive In Mumbai Slum Turns Violent

Rediff.com20 May 2026

An anti-encroachment drive in Mumbai's Bandra area turned violent after authorities demolished an alleged illegal religious structure, leading to stone-pelting by residents and a police lathi-charge.

Man Held With Crores Of Rupees In Hawala Cash In Hyderabad

Man Held With Crores Of Rupees In Hawala Cash In Hyderabad

Rediff.com28 May 2026

A 40-year-old man was apprehended in Hyderabad for allegedly transporting hawala money from Mumbai, with Rs 1.22 crore in cash seized from his possession.

'I Do Not Believe Papa Is Truly Gone'

'I Do Not Believe Papa Is Truly Gone'

Rediff.com21 Jun 2026

Nikhat Perveen, who is fondly called Chunchun by her family, was very emotional while writing this feature about her beloved father. As you read this Father's Day special, you will realise why.

Man Held With Crores Of Rupees In Hawala Cash In Hyderabad

Man Held With Crores Of Rupees In Hawala Cash In Hyderabad

Rediff.com27 May 2026

A 40-year-old man was apprehended in Hyderabad for allegedly transporting hawala money from Mumbai, with Rs 1.22 crore in cash seized from his possession.

Woman's Body Found Stuffed In Drum In Patiala

Woman's Body Found Stuffed In Drum In Patiala

Rediff.com27 May 2026

The body of a 25-year-old woman, identified as Neha, was found stuffed inside a plastic drum near the DMW Railway Colony in Patiala, Punjab; police are investigating the case and have detained two local youths for questioning.

Anti-encroachment drive in Mumbai slum turns violent, 3 cops injured

Anti-encroachment drive in Mumbai slum turns violent, 3 cops injured

Rediff.com20 May 2026

A demolition drive targeting an alleged illegal religious structure in a Mumbai slum led to clashes between residents and police, resulting in injuries and detentions.

Clash Erupts During Anti-Encroachment Drive In Mumbai

Clash Erupts During Anti-Encroachment Drive In Mumbai

Rediff.com20 May 2026

A demolition drive targeting an allegedly illegal mosque in Mumbai's Bandra East area led to clashes between residents and police, resulting in injuries and detentions.

BJP leader seeks ban on Namaz on Mumbai roads, cites traffic disruption

BJP leader seeks ban on Namaz on Mumbai roads, cites traffic disruption

Rediff.com2 Jun 2026

BJP leader Kirit Somaiya has written to Mumbai authorities, urging them to stop the offering of namaz on public roads, claiming it causes traffic disruption and inconvenience. Trinamool Congress leader Majeed Memon agreed that namaz on roads should not be allowed due to inconvenience but attributed it to a lack of mosque space.

Woman Arrested, Three Rescued In Thane Prostitution Bust

Woman Arrested, Three Rescued In Thane Prostitution Bust

Rediff.com22 May 2026

Thane police have dismantled a prostitution racket operating near the Thane railway station, arresting a woman and rescuing three victims.

Fire breaks out in Delhi-bound Rajdhani Express, rail traffic hit

Fire breaks out in Delhi-bound Rajdhani Express, rail traffic hit

Rediff.com17 May 2026

A fire broke out in an air-conditioned coach of the Thiruvananthapuram-Hazrat Nizamuddin Rajdhani Express in Madhya Pradesh's Ratlam district, prompting a quick evacuation of passengers. While no casualties were reported, the incident disrupted rail traffic on the Delhi-Mumbai route.

16 arrested after stone pelting during Bandra demolition drive

16 arrested after stone pelting during Bandra demolition drive

Rediff.com22 May 2026

Mumbai police have arrested sixteen people and are seeking over 150 more in connection with stone pelting incidents that occurred during a demolition drive near Bandra station. The demolition aimed to clear encroached land for railway infrastructure upgrades.

Security tightened in Delhi ahead of Cockroach Janta Party protest

Security tightened in Delhi ahead of Cockroach Janta Party protest

Rediff.com6 Jun 2026

Delhi Police has intensified security across the city, especially at Indira Gandhi International (IGI) Airport and border points, in anticipation of a protest called by the digital outfit Cockroach Janta Party (CJP). Over 1,000 personnel have been deployed, and senior officers have reviewed arrangements to maintain law and order and ensure public safety.

Tamil Nadu Man Released After Suspicion In Meerut

Tamil Nadu Man Released After Suspicion In Meerut

Rediff.com2 Jun 2026

A 36-year-old man from Tamil Nadu was released by police in Meerut after an investigation found no evidence of criminal or anti-national activities. The man was initially detained after being found under suspicious circumstances.

Mob Pelts Stones At Police During Criminal's Funeral In Ghazipur

Mob Pelts Stones At Police During Criminal's Funeral In Ghazipur

Rediff.com5 Jun 2026

A funeral in Ghazipur turned chaotic when a crowd allegedly pelted stones at police, injuring several personnel. The incident occurred during the funeral of Kamlesh Bind, a criminal killed in a police encounter, with locals alleging it was a fake encounter. Police have vowed strict action, including potential NSA charges, against those involved in the disturbance.

Raut says rebels fighting over Union ministry, claims 'Rs 25 crore settlement'

Raut says rebels fighting over Union ministry, claims 'Rs 25 crore settlement'

Rediff.com19 Jun 2026

Shiv Sena-UBT leader Sanjay Raut has made explosive claims of a Rs 25 crore deal for dissident MPs who miss out on Union ministerial berths, highlighting growing rifts within Maharashtra's political landscape. Six Sena-UBT MPs are expected to join the Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena, with Aaditya Thackeray calling them 'shameless, ungrateful and corrupt'.

Fake Government Officials Rob Passengers Near New Delhi Railway Station: Three Arrested

Fake Government Officials Rob Passengers Near New Delhi Railway Station: Three Arrested

Rediff.com17 Mar 2026

Delhi Police have arrested three members of a robbery gang who posed as government officials to cheat and rob unsuspecting passengers near the New Delhi railway station.

Delhi Police Nab Four Minors In Attempted Robbery Case

Delhi Police Nab Four Minors In Attempted Robbery Case

Rediff.com2 Jun 2026

Delhi Police have apprehended four minors for allegedly attempting to rob a man and stabbing him in Sultanpur Majra. The incident occurred on May 29, and the police recovered two knives used in the crime.

Delhi Police Bust Farmhouse Party With Illegal Arms, Arrest 3

Delhi Police Bust Farmhouse Party With Illegal Arms, Arrest 3

Rediff.com11 Jun 2026

Delhi Police arrested three men following a raid on a farmhouse in Siraspur where celebratory firing occurred during a birthday party. Authorities recovered illegal firearms, ammunition, liquor, and hookahs, and have registered cases under various acts.