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Two Arrested Over Gold Theft From Doctor Couple's Home

Two Arrested Over Gold Theft From Doctor Couple's Home

Rediff.com30 May 2026

Two individuals have been arrested in Belagavi, Karnataka, for allegedly stealing gold ornaments worth Rs 1.2 crore from the residence of an elderly doctor couple. Police have recovered a significant portion of the stolen goods and are continuing efforts to retrieve the remainder.

Why Rahul Gandhi Wants A Probe Into CBSE Exam Contract

Why Rahul Gandhi Wants A Probe Into CBSE Exam Contract

Rediff.com27 May 2026

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has called for an independent judicial probe and a Special Investigation Team (SIT) to investigate alleged irregularities in the CBSE's On-Screen Marking (OSM) system, claiming a company with a questionable past was awarded the contract.

Haryana gym owner murder: Two Bishnoi gang shooters killed in encounter

Haryana gym owner murder: Two Bishnoi gang shooters killed in encounter

Rediff.com5 Jul 2026

Two alleged shooters from the Lawrence Bishnoi-Harry Boxer gang, wanted for the murder of a gym owner in Hansi, were killed in a police encounter in Bahadurgarh, Haryana. The operation involved a joint team of Delhi Police Special Cell and Haryana's Special Task Force, during which a police constable was injured.

Court Rejects Bail For TCS Employee In Harassment Case

Court Rejects Bail For TCS Employee In Harassment Case

Rediff.com22 Apr 2026

A local court in Nashik has denied interim protection from arrest to a TCS employee, Danish Shaikh, in a case related to alleged sexual harassment and forcible conversion at the company's local unit. The court cited serious criminal antecedents against the accused and the wide social repercussions of the alleged offence.

CBI Uses 3D Scanners In Probe Of Bengal Politician's Aide Murder

CBI Uses 3D Scanners In Probe Of Bengal Politician's Aide Murder

Rediff.com13 May 2026

The CBI revisited the crime scene in North 24 Parganas as part of its investigation into the death of Chandranath Rath, an aide to West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari. The agency is using advanced 3D scanners to reconstruct the events leading to Rath's death.

Kerala Man Arrested For Rs 1.19 Crore Online Trading Scam

Kerala Man Arrested For Rs 1.19 Crore Online Trading Scam

Rediff.com22 May 2026

A 47-year-old man from Palakkad has been arrested for allegedly cheating a Thiruvananthapuram resident of over Rs 1.19 crore in an online trading scam.

Self-Styled Godman Arrested In Money Laundering Case

Self-Styled Godman Arrested In Money Laundering Case

Rediff.com19 May 2026

Self-styled godman Ashok Kharat, already jailed for alleged rape and fraud, has been arrested by the Enforcement Directorate in connection with a Rs 70-crore money laundering case. The arrest follows court approval and is part of an ongoing investigation into a large-scale extortion racket.

Eight arrested in Amravati obscene video circulation case

Eight arrested in Amravati obscene video circulation case

Rediff.com17 Apr 2026

Police in Amravati, Maharashtra, have arrested eight individuals for circulating obscene video clips and photographs of minor girls on social media. The investigation began after the videos were discovered on several sites, leading to the seizure of electronic devices and the formation of a special investigation team.

Nihang-police standoff in Uttarakhand ends after talks

Nihang-police standoff in Uttarakhand ends after talks

Rediff.com26 Jun 2026

The Nihangs have called off their planned protest march in Uttarakhand related to a recent dispute at the Karnaprayag market in Chamoli and a gurdwara in Nagrasu.

Jharkhand Police Rescue Abducted Boy, Arrest Three Kidnappers

Jharkhand Police Rescue Abducted Boy, Arrest Three Kidnappers

Rediff.com30 Apr 2026

Police in Jharkhand's Koderma district rescued an abducted boy and arrested three kidnappers. The abduction was orchestrated by the boy's brother-in-law, who wanted to marry the boy's elder sister.

SIT Detains Son, Searches for Wife of Accused Godman Ashok Kharat

SIT Detains Son, Searches for Wife of Accused Godman Ashok Kharat

Rediff.com1 Apr 2026

The Special Investigation Team (SIT) probing allegations against self-styled godman Ashok Kharat has detained his son for questioning and is searching for his wife in connection with multiple FIRs, including sexual assault and fraud.

Twisha Sharma Death: Husband Arrested, Remanded For Questioning

Twisha Sharma Death: Husband Arrested, Remanded For Questioning

Rediff.com23 May 2026

Samarth Singh, the husband of model-turned-actor Twisha Sharma, has been arrested in connection with her death and brought to Bhopal. Police are seeking his custodial remand for questioning. Sharma was found dead at her home on May 12, with her family alleging dowry harassment.

Maharashtra Sex Exploitation Case: Police Detain 10

Maharashtra Sex Exploitation Case: Police Detain 10

Rediff.com17 Apr 2026

Police in Maharashtra's Amravati district have detained 10 individuals for questioning in connection with a sexual exploitation case. Authorities have also taken down 41 social media accounts used to circulate explicit content of victims. Additionally, police personnel seen celebrating the birthday of the prime suspect have been suspended.

J&K Police Dismantle Interstate Drug Network, Arrest Key Kingpin

J&K Police Dismantle Interstate Drug Network, Arrest Key Kingpin

Rediff.com15 Apr 2026

The Jammu and Kashmir Police have dismantled a major narcotics network with interstate and cross-border links, arresting the most-wanted drug kingpin Gulzar Ahmad alias Lau Gujjar and several associates.

Suvendu aide murder: Ballia arms trail leads to another arrest

Suvendu aide murder: Ballia arms trail leads to another arrest

Rediff.com21 May 2026

A 35-year-old man has been arrested in Uttar Pradesh in connection with the murder of Chandranath Rath, an associate of West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari. The arrest follows inputs from the CBI, which is investigating the murder that occurred in West Bengal on May 6.

HC upholds death sentences for 38 IM men in 2008 Ahmedabad serial blasts

HC upholds death sentences for 38 IM men in 2008 Ahmedabad serial blasts

Rediff.com7 Jul 2026

The Gujarat High Court has upheld the death sentences for 38 Indian Mujahideen operatives and life imprisonment for 11 others involved in the 2008 Ahmedabad serial blasts, which killed 56 people. The court also directed the state government to pay significant compensation to victims' families and those grievously injured.

Lucknow fire: Autopsy reveals all 15 suffocated to death

Lucknow fire: Autopsy reveals all 15 suffocated to death

Rediff.com24 Jun 2026

A post-mortem report for the 15 victims of the Lucknow Aliganj fire revealed that they died from suffocation due to smoke inhalation, not major burn injuries. Doctors found soot in nasal passages and swelling around faces, indicating heavy smoke exposure. The tragedy has led to a high-level probe, arrests, and a directive for fire safety inspections across Uttar Pradesh.

CBI Gets Custody Of Husband In Twisha Sharma Death Case

CBI Gets Custody Of Husband In Twisha Sharma Death Case

Rediff.com27 May 2026

A Bhopal court has remanded Samarth Singh, husband of deceased model-actor Twisha Sharma, in CBI custody. The CBI is investigating the circumstances surrounding Sharma's death, which occurred at her marital home. The Madhya Pradesh High Court has reserved its judgment on pleas seeking cancellation of anticipatory bail for Samarth Singh's mother.

J-K's Doda tense after SOG firing kills man; 3 cops hurt, internet suspended

J-K's Doda tense after SOG firing kills man; 3 cops hurt, internet suspended

Rediff.com18 Jul 2026

A 30-year-old man was killed and three Special Operations Group (SOG) personnel were injured during a firing incident following an alleged attempt to snatch a service rifle in the Jaie area of Jammu and Kashmir's Doda district, officials said.

ED Searches Reliance Power Premises in Mumbai, Hyderabad

ED Searches Reliance Power Premises in Mumbai, Hyderabad

Rediff.com6 Mar 2026

The Enforcement Directorate conducted searches at multiple locations in Mumbai and Hyderabad as part of an investigation against Reliance Power Ltd., a group company of Anil Ambani, concerning alleged money laundering and financial irregularities.

How Mumbai's Siddhivinayak Temple Counts Cash, Donations

How Mumbai's Siddhivinayak Temple Counts Cash, Donations

Rediff.com17 Jul 2026

'Earlier, people used to hand money directly to priests after a ritual, and priests would keep it in their own pockets. We completely stopped that practice.'

CBI Nabs Key Suspect In Rath Murder Case In Uttar Pradesh

CBI Nabs Key Suspect In Rath Murder Case In Uttar Pradesh

Rediff.com21 May 2026

The CBI has arrested Naveen Kumar Singh in connection with the murder of Chandranath Rath, an associate of West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari. The arrest was made in Ballia, Uttar Pradesh, and firearms potentially used in the murder have been recovered.

TCS Nashik case: No interim relief to Nida Khan; SIT intensifies search

TCS Nashik case: No interim relief to Nida Khan; SIT intensifies search

Rediff.com20 Apr 2026

A local court in Nashik has deferred a decision on interim protection from arrest for Nida Khan, an accused in the Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) sexual harassment and religious coercion case, requesting a police response by April 27. The SIT is investigating multiple cases of molestation and harassment at TCS's Nashik unit.

Ex-Beed Collector Arrested Over Land Compensation Scam

Ex-Beed Collector Arrested Over Land Compensation Scam

Rediff.com7 May 2026

Former Collector of Beed district, Avinash Pathak, has been arrested in connection with a Rs 241 crore land acquisition compensation scam. The arrest was made by a Special Investigation Team of the Beed police in Latur.

TCS Harassment Case: Nida Khan In Police Custody Until May 11

TCS Harassment Case: Nida Khan In Police Custody Until May 11

Rediff.com8 May 2026

A Nashik court has remanded Nida Khan, an accused in the Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) sexual harassment and religious coercion case, in police custody until May 11. Khan, a TCS employee, was arrested after being on the run since the case emerged.

Twisha Sharma case: Husband denied bail, bounty declared for info

Twisha Sharma case: Husband denied bail, bounty declared for info

Rediff.com19 May 2026

A Bhopal court has rejected the anticipatory bail plea of Samarth Singh, the husband of deceased model and actress Twisha Sharma, who was found dead in her home. Police have announced a reward for information leading to his arrest as the investigation continues.

Terror Suspect Detained in Uttar Pradesh: Delhi Police Investigate Links

Terror Suspect Detained in Uttar Pradesh: Delhi Police Investigate Links

Rediff.com5 Apr 2026

Delhi Police's Special Cell has detained a youth from Uttar Pradesh's Kushinagar district on suspicion of involvement in terrorist activities. The suspect, Rizwan Ahmad, was taken to Delhi for further investigation, with electronic devices seized. He previously faced terror-related charges in Mumbai.

Gauhati High Court Denies Bail In Zubeen Garg Death Case

Gauhati High Court Denies Bail In Zubeen Garg Death Case

Rediff.com29 May 2026

The Gauhati High Court has rejected bail for Shyamkanu Mahanta, the prime accused in the Zubeen Garg death case, citing risks of fleeing and tampering with evidence.

Court Denies Bail To Model's Husband In Dowry Death Case

Court Denies Bail To Model's Husband In Dowry Death Case

Rediff.com18 May 2026

A Bhopal court rejected the anticipatory bail plea of Samarth Singh, the husband of deceased model and actress Twisha Sharma, in a case alleging dowry death and harassment. The police have announced a reward for information leading to his arrest, while the family of the deceased alleges foul play and demands a thorough investigation.

Kerala Gets New Prosecution Director General: What It Means

Kerala Gets New Prosecution Director General: What It Means

Rediff.com18 May 2026

Senior advocate T Asaf Ali has been appointed as the Director General of Prosecution in Kerala, emphasising the importance of truthful and fair prosecution.

8 women, minor die after surgery in 2 Rajasthan hospitals

8 women, minor die after surgery in 2 Rajasthan hospitals

Rediff.com11 Jul 2026

Nine patients, including eight women and a minor, died after undergoing surgery in obstetrics and gynaecology departments at government hospitals in Bhilwara and Banswara, prompting the Rajasthan government to launch expert inquiries into the incidents.

Mathura Wedding Violence: Police Book Over 300 After Dalit Procession Clash

Mathura Wedding Violence: Police Book Over 300 After Dalit Procession Clash

Rediff.com22 May 2026

Police have booked over 300 people in Mathura following violent clashes during a Dalit wedding procession. The incident occurred when the procession allegedly faced stone-pelting in an upper-caste locality, leading to counter-allegations of caste-based slurs and property damage.

Abortion, Rs 7 lakh claim: What Twisha's husband told MP SIT

Abortion, Rs 7 lakh claim: What Twisha's husband told MP SIT

Rediff.com26 May 2026

The CBI has registered an FIR in the death of Twisha Sharma, booking her husband and mother-in-law.

Fadnavis Orders Probe into Call Data Leak in Ashok Kharat Case

Fadnavis Orders Probe into Call Data Leak in Ashok Kharat Case

Rediff.com5 Apr 2026

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has ordered a probe into the call data record (CDR) leak in the Ashok Kharat case and directed the Enforcement Directorate to investigate Kharat's assets.

Gurugram School Receives Hoax Bomb Threat; Police Investigate

Gurugram School Receives Hoax Bomb Threat; Police Investigate

Rediff.com25 Mar 2026

Gurugram Police launched a security check after a private school received a hoax bomb threat via email. No suspicious items were found during the inspection, and police are investigating the source of the email.

Rape-Accused Godman Ashok Kharat Faces More Scrutiny as SIT Receives Flood of New Complaints

Rape-Accused Godman Ashok Kharat Faces More Scrutiny as SIT Receives Flood of New Complaints

Rediff.com27 Mar 2026

The Special Investigation Team (SIT) probing allegations against Ashok Kharat, a self-styled godman accused of rape, has received over 50 calls reporting crimes allegedly committed by him. Police have registered eight FIRs against Kharat, who is accused of sexually exploiting women and other crimes.

Nashik TCS case: Accused seeks bail citing pregnancy

Nashik TCS case: Accused seeks bail citing pregnancy

Rediff.com18 Apr 2026

A TCS employee accused of religious conversion and sexual harassment in Nashik has applied for anticipatory bail, as police continue to investigate the alleged misconduct at the IT firm.

How Telangana Police Cracked Online Betting Racket

How Telangana Police Cracked Online Betting Racket

Rediff.com1 Jun 2026

Telangana CID arrests 11 individuals, including an Afghan national, for allegedly operating online betting across multiple states through the Dafabet platform. The investigation revealed a complex network of mule accounts and a coordinated multi-state criminal operation.

SIT probing Kharat gets over 50 calls reporting crimes

SIT probing Kharat gets over 50 calls reporting crimes

Rediff.com27 Mar 2026

The Special Investigation Team (SIT) probing allegations against Ashok Kharat, a self-styled godman accused of rape, has received a surge of calls providing information and reporting alleged crimes after a public appeal.

Minor Girls Rescued After Abduction From Beed District

Minor Girls Rescued After Abduction From Beed District

Rediff.com6 May 2026

Police in Maharashtra have rescued two minor girl cousins from Uttar Pradesh, a month after they were abducted from the Beed district. The main accused was apprehended in UP after a coordinated interstate operation.