News for 'Saraswati Vihar'

Nirbhaya again: Woman gang-raped inside sleeper bus in Delhi

Nirbhaya again: Woman gang-raped inside sleeper bus in Delhi

Rediff.com14 May 2026

Based on the woman's statement, a first information report (FIR) has been registered and an investigation has been launched into the matter.

Meerut Police Bust GST Fraud Ring, One Arrested

Meerut Police Bust GST Fraud Ring, One Arrested

Rediff.com2 Apr 2026

Meerut police have uncovered a Goods and Services Tax (GST) fraud involving crores of rupees, leading to the arrest of one individual. The investigation revealed a network of fake firms used to illegally claim input tax credits, causing significant losses to the government.

Sajjan Kumar acquitted in 1984 anti-Sikh riots case

Sajjan Kumar acquitted in 1984 anti-Sikh riots case

Rediff.com22 Jan 2026

A Delhi court acquitted former Congress MP Sajjan Kumar in a case related to inciting violence in Janakpuri and Vikaspuri areas during the 1984 anti-Sikh riots.

Sajjan Kumar convicted in another 1984 riots case, faces death

Sajjan Kumar convicted in another 1984 riots case, faces death

Rediff.com12 Feb 2025

Former Congress MP Sajjan Kumar now faces a maximum of death penalty and a minimum of life term in prison after being convicted on Wednesday by a Delhi court in a murder case stemming from 1984 anti-Sikh riots.

Delhi schools get bomb threats for 5th time in 9 days

Delhi schools get bomb threats for 5th time in 9 days

Rediff.com17 Dec 2024

Bomb threats were received by a few schools in Delhi on Tuesday, making it the second such incident this week and the fifth in nine days in the national capital, officials said.

32 Delhi schools receive hoax bomb threats; police assure serious probe

32 Delhi schools receive hoax bomb threats; police assure serious probe

Rediff.com18 Aug 2025

The schools included Delhi Public School, Modern Convent School, and Shree Ram World School, a senior police officer said, adding that the threats were received via e-mail.

BJP sweeps civic wards in Jain, Sisodia's assembly seats

BJP sweeps civic wards in Jain, Sisodia's assembly seats

Rediff.com7 Dec 2022

The Bharatiya Janata Party swept three of the four wards in the Patparganj assembly segment and all three in the Shakur Basti constituency held by senior Aam Aadmi Party leaders Manish Sisodia and Satyendar Jain -- both targets of sustained attacks over corruption by the saffron party -- in the MCD elections.

Why the court didn't award Sajjan Kumar death penalty

Why the court didn't award Sajjan Kumar death penalty

Rediff.com25 Feb 2025

A Delhi court sentenced former Congress MP Sajjan Kumar to life imprisonment for his role in the murder of two Sikhs during the 1984 anti-Sikh riots. The court cited Kumar's age and illness as mitigating factors in its decision to impose a lesser sentence than the death penalty. Kumar was convicted for being part of a mob that set fire to the victims' home and killed them. This is the second life imprisonment sentence for Kumar in connection with the 1984 riots. He is also facing other charges related to the riots.

AAP's Satyendar Jain back in Tihar as SC rejects regular bail plea

AAP's Satyendar Jain back in Tihar as SC rejects regular bail plea

Rediff.com19 Mar 2024

The 69-year-old was medically examined before being sent to a separate cell in the prison, officials said.

1984 anti-Sikh riots: Forty years on, where cases stand

1984 anti-Sikh riots: Forty years on, where cases stand

Rediff.com31 Oct 2024

However, it was only in May 2023 that the central probe agency the CBI filed a chargesheet against Congress leader Jagdish Tytler for his alleged role in the killings of three people on November 1, 1984.

Missing jawan's body found after 38 yrs in Siachen

Missing jawan's body found after 38 yrs in Siachen

Rediff.com15 Aug 2022

The Sainik Group Centre in Ranikhet on Sunday identified the body as that of Chandrashekhar Harbola of 19 Kumaon Regiment. Harbola was part of a 20-member troop that was dispatched to the world's highest battlefield for 'Operation Meghdoot' to fight Pakistan in 1984.

'Maha Kumbh Was A Spiritual Rebirth'

'Maha Kumbh Was A Spiritual Rebirth'

Rediff.com4 Mar 2025

'It was as if the sacred waters were washing away not just my sins but also my doubts and burdens,' says Aayushi Agarwal.

COVID vaccination for 18-44 yrs to start in Delhi from Monday

COVID vaccination for 18-44 yrs to start in Delhi from Monday

Rediff.com1 May 2021

Kejriwal urged people not to queue up outside the vaccination centres, saying walk-ins are not allowed yet.

From Siachen to Andaman, Army marks Yoga Day at 100 spots

From Siachen to Andaman, Army marks Yoga Day at 100 spots

Rediff.com21 Jun 2023

Indian Army personnel on Wednesday conducted yoga sessions at more than 100 locations along the country's land and maritime borders, forming a 'Bharatmala' on the occasion of the International Day of Yoga.

India receives 1st consignment of 1.5 lakh Sputnik V vaccine doses from Russia

India receives 1st consignment of 1.5 lakh Sputnik V vaccine doses from Russia

Rediff.com1 May 2021

Sputnik V is the third vaccine India has given the go-ahead to after 'Covishield', developed by Oxford University and AstraZeneca and 'Covaxin', the indigenous vaccine manufactured by Bharat Biotech. Covishield is manufactured by the Serum Institute of India.