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Four arrested over attack on TMC leader Abhishek Banerjee

Four arrested over attack on TMC leader Abhishek Banerjee

Rediff.com31 May 2026

Police in West Bengal have arrested four people for allegedly attacking Trinamool Congress leader Abhishek Banerjee during his visit to Sonarpur. The arrests followed an incident where Banerjee's convoy was pelted with stones and eggs, leading to a chaotic situation. Banerjee, who was visiting victims of post-poll violence, claimed BJP activists were trying to kill him. The incident has sparked political reactions, with the Trinamool Congress blaming the BJP, while the BJP denies involvement.

Punjab Police To Boost Security With Increased Checkpoints

Punjab Police To Boost Security With Increased Checkpoints

Rediff.com1 Jun 2026

Punjab DGP Gaurav Yadav has directed increased police presence and patrolling through strategic checkpoints and mobile patrols to enhance public confidence and ensure a secure environment across the state.

Illegal Arms Smuggling Module Busted In Punjab

Illegal Arms Smuggling Module Busted In Punjab

Rediff.com29 May 2026

The Jalandhar Commissionerate Police in Punjab has dismantled an illegal arms smuggling module, arresting three individuals and recovering a cache of firearms and ammunition.

India Demands Justice For Slain UN Peacekeeper In Lebanon Attack

India Demands Justice For Slain UN Peacekeeper In Lebanon Attack

Rediff.com5 Jun 2026

India has strongly condemned an attack on UN peacekeepers in Lebanon that resulted in the death of a Serbian Blue Helmet and injuries to two others. The nation has called for an immediate and thorough investigation to ensure accountability for the perpetrators. This incident follows a series of attacks on UNIFIL personnel amidst escalating hostilities in the region, prompting global calls for peacekeeper safety.

Cocaine worth Rs 1,150cr seized off Mundra coast in Gujarat

Cocaine worth Rs 1,150cr seized off Mundra coast in Gujarat

Rediff.com27 May 2026

The Indian Coast Guard and Gujarat ATS seized 115 kg of cocaine, valued at approximately 1,150 crore, from a container vessel off the Mundra coast in a joint operation.

Flyer opens emergency exit, jumps from Air Arabia flight at Chennai airport

Flyer opens emergency exit, jumps from Air Arabia flight at Chennai airport

Rediff.com3 May 2026

A passenger on an Air Arabia flight from Sharjah opened an emergency exit door and jumped from the aircraft while it was taxiing at Chennai International Airport. The passenger was apprehended by CISF personnel and is currently being interrogated.

SEE: Trump ducks for cover, evacuated after shooting

SEE: Trump ducks for cover, evacuated after shooting

Rediff.com26 Apr 2026

President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump were rushed to safety after gunshots were heard during the White House correspondents' dinner in Washington.

Odisha Police To Expedite Warrants, Invoke NSA Against Criminals

Odisha Police To Expedite Warrants, Invoke NSA Against Criminals

Rediff.com10 May 2026

Odisha DGP YB Khurania has directed police officers to expedite the execution of non-bailable warrants against offenders and invoke the stringent National Security Act against habitual criminals. The directions were issued during a virtual review meeting on law and order.

UP: Part of bridge collapses due to storm, 6 labourers killed

UP: Part of bridge collapses due to storm, 6 labourers killed

Rediff.com29 May 2026

Six labourers died and three were injured when part of an under-construction bridge collapsed in Hamirpur, Uttar Pradesh, following a storm. The incident occurred early Friday morning as labourers slept on a slab of the bridge.

Two Himanshu Bhau Gang Shooters Nabbed After Gurugram Encounter

Two Himanshu Bhau Gang Shooters Nabbed After Gurugram Encounter

Rediff.com30 May 2026

Gurugram Police arrested two alleged sharpshooters linked to the Himanshu Bhau gang after an encounter on the Delhi-Jaipur highway. The suspects, who sustained leg injuries during the exchange of fire, have multiple criminal cases against them, including murder and robbery.

Ronda Rousey's 17-second win stuns MMA fans worldwide

Ronda Rousey's 17-second win stuns MMA fans worldwide

Rediff.com20 May 2026

Netflix's first live MMA broadcast, highlighted by Ronda Rousey's return, achieved a peak viewership of nearly 17 million, setting a new record for the streaming service.

Five Arrested After Teenager Assaulted In Aizawl

Five Arrested After Teenager Assaulted In Aizawl

Rediff.com27 May 2026

Five people, including two minors, have been arrested in Aizawl in connection with a violent gang assault on a teenager. The Young Mizo Association has voiced concerns over rising street violence.

Prime Accused Arrested In Meerut Woman's Murder

Prime Accused Arrested In Meerut Woman's Murder

Rediff.com19 May 2026

Police in Meerut, Uttar Pradesh, have arrested the prime accused in the murder of a 20-year-old woman. The victim's body was found in a forest after she was reported missing.

Prime Accused Arrested In Meerut Woman's Murder

Prime Accused Arrested In Meerut Woman's Murder

Rediff.com19 May 2026

Police in Meerut, Uttar Pradesh, have arrested the prime accused in the murder of a 20-year-old woman. The victim's body was found in a forest after she was reported missing.

AI 171 crash anniversary: 'Our priority was saving lives'

AI 171 crash anniversary: 'Our priority was saving lives'

Rediff.com12 Jun 2026

Ahmedabad's Chief Fire Officer, Amit Dongre, reflected on the Air India flight AI-171 crash a year ago, describing the 10-hour rescue operation as the most challenging in his 22-year career, despite the tragic loss of 260 lives.

Delhi Boy Rescued Within Hours Of Kidnapping

Delhi Boy Rescued Within Hours Of Kidnapping

Rediff.com23 Apr 2026

A seven-year-old boy kidnapped in Delhi was rescued within five hours, and the suspect, a local tailor, was arrested at New Delhi Railway Station while attempting to flee to Bihar.

Omar Abdullah Condemns Heinous Crime In Budgam

Omar Abdullah Condemns Heinous Crime In Budgam

Rediff.com24 May 2026

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah condemned the alleged rape and murder of a 12-year-old girl in Budgam district, describing it as shocking and deeply distressing.

Speeding Driver Arrested After Injuring Three Students In J&K

Speeding Driver Arrested After Injuring Three Students In J&K

Rediff.com27 Apr 2026

Police in Jammu and Kashmir arrested a driver who allegedly ran over and injured three girl students in the Kulgam district before fleeing the scene.

Seeds shocked at French Open: Medvedev stunned by wildcard Walton

Seeds shocked at French Open: Medvedev stunned by wildcard Walton

Rediff.com26 May 2026

Daniil Medvedev's struggles at Roland Garros continued as Australian wildcard Adam Walton stunned the former world number one in a thrilling five-set first-round upset at the French Open.

Bangladesh police hand over Indian official's body to high commission

Bangladesh police hand over Indian official's body to high commission

Rediff.com20 May 2026

The body of Naren Dhar, an Indian Assistant High Commission Protocol Officer, was handed over to the Indian High Commission after his death in Chattogram, Bangladesh. Local authorities suspect no foul play, and a postmortem examination has been completed to determine the cause of death.

Virendra Kumar Demands Action in Tarun Khatik Case

Virendra Kumar Demands Action in Tarun Khatik Case

Rediff.com13 Apr 2026

Union Minister Virendra Kumar has directed officials to ensure swift justice for the family of Tarun Khatik, who was killed in Uttam Nagar, Delhi. The minister met with the victim's parents and assured them of support at both central and state levels.

Youth Arrested In Jharkhand Land Dispute Murder Case

Youth Arrested In Jharkhand Land Dispute Murder Case

Rediff.com18 May 2026

A young man has been arrested in Jharkhand's Pakur district for allegedly murdering a 53-year-old man over a land dispute. The accused confessed to the crime and has been sent to judicial custody.

Teenager Dies After Stabbing In Ghaziabad, India

Teenager Dies After Stabbing In Ghaziabad, India

Rediff.com30 May 2026

A Class 11 student in Ghaziabad, India, died after being stabbed during an altercation. Police have arrested three of the five accused and are searching for the remaining two. The incident has sparked outrage, with officials promising strict action.

How Thane Police Solved Mumbai Tailor's Murder Case

How Thane Police Solved Mumbai Tailor's Murder Case

Rediff.com30 May 2026

Thane police have solved the murder of a Mumbai-based tailor within 48 hours, arresting two men after discovering the victim was killed over an unpaid loan of Rs 3 lakh. The method of tying the victim provided a crucial clue to investigators.

'Conversation going on': Trump rejects reports of breakdown in US-Iran talks

'Conversation going on': Trump rejects reports of breakdown in US-Iran talks

Rediff.com3 Jun 2026

US President Donald Trump has dismissed media reports suggesting that diplomatic negotiations between Washington and Tehran have stalled, maintaining that dialogue persists despite intensifying geopolitical friction across the Middle East.

Swift-Kelce engagement gets US Open buzzing

Swift-Kelce engagement gets US Open buzzing

Rediff.com27 Aug 2025

Swift and Kelce, whose announcement earned more than 18 million Instagram likes, headlined the A-listers in the crowd at the men's final last year, where Jannik Sinner ensured a "cruel summer" for another Taylor -- Fritz -- in a three-set defeat.

Jeweller Injured In Mumbra Robbery Attempt; Two Arrested

Jeweller Injured In Mumbra Robbery Attempt; Two Arrested

Rediff.com15 May 2026

A jewellery shop owner in Mumbra, Thane, was stabbed and injured during a failed robbery attempt. Police have arrested two suspects in connection with the incident.

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty Surge as Global Markets Rally, Oil Price Eases

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty Surge as Global Markets Rally, Oil Price Eases

Rediff.com21 May 2026

Indian benchmark equity indices, Sensex and Nifty, opened higher, tracking positive global trends and easing crude oil prices, fueled by hopes of a swift resolution to the West Asia conflict. Track Nifty 50 and BSE Sensex performance and key global triggers.

Gurugram: Four Arrested In Kidnapping Case Linked To Grindr App

Gurugram: Four Arrested In Kidnapping Case Linked To Grindr App

Rediff.com6 May 2026

Gurugram police have arrested four individuals for allegedly kidnapping, assaulting, and forcibly transferring money from a 22-year-old man after contacting him through the Grindr app.

Four Arrested After Bus Molestation Incident In Agra

Four Arrested After Bus Molestation Incident In Agra

Rediff.com29 Apr 2026

Police in Agra have arrested four individuals for allegedly molesting a woman and a girl on a moving bus, following a social media alert from a fellow passenger.

Delhi Domestic Help Held For Stealing Gold Jewellery

Delhi Domestic Help Held For Stealing Gold Jewellery

Rediff.com20 Apr 2026

A 40-year-old domestic help has been arrested in Delhi for allegedly stealing gold jewellery from the house of an 82-year-old woman. Police recovered the stolen gold from her residence.

How Agra Police Responded To Bus Harassment Complaint

How Agra Police Responded To Bus Harassment Complaint

Rediff.com29 Apr 2026

Agra Police swiftly responded to a distress alert on X (formerly Twitter) and arrested four individuals for allegedly harassing a woman and a girl on a bus travelling from Kanpur to Ahmedabad.

How Agra Police Responded To Harassment Complaint In Minutes

How Agra Police Responded To Harassment Complaint In Minutes

Rediff.com29 Apr 2026

Agra Police responded swiftly to a distress alert posted on X (formerly Twitter) by a passenger and arrested four people for allegedly harassing two girls on a moving bus.

History-Sheeters Nabbed For Tempo Theft In Beed

History-Sheeters Nabbed For Tempo Theft In Beed

Rediff.com8 May 2026

Two history-sheeters were arrested in Beed for allegedly stealing a tempo. The vehicle was recovered and returned to its owner.

Kathua Murder Case Cracked: Accused Arrested Within 24 Hours

Kathua Murder Case Cracked: Accused Arrested Within 24 Hours

Rediff.com8 May 2026

Police in Kathua district of Jammu and Kashmir have solved the murder case of an 18-year-old youth within 24 hours, arresting the accused and recovering the weapon used in the crime.

Maruti, Kia hit record sales in May, defying fuel price surge

Maruti, Kia hit record sales in May, defying fuel price surge

Rediff.com1 Jun 2026

Indian carmakers, including Maruti Suzuki and Kia India, reported robust sales growth in May 2026, with both companies achieving their highest-ever monthly sales despite rising fuel prices. Maruti Suzuki's domestic sales surged to 1,93,535 units, while Kia India recorded 27,586 units, driven by strong demand in mini and compact segments and a shift towards electric and CNG vehicles.

How Punjab Police Busted A Cross-Border Drug Ring

How Punjab Police Busted A Cross-Border Drug Ring

Rediff.com24 May 2026

Punjab Police have dismantled a cross-border drug smuggling operation, arresting four individuals in Ferozepur and seizing a significant quantity of heroin and cash.

Maharashtra Government Suspends Officials After Spurious Liquor Deaths

Maharashtra Government Suspends Officials After Spurious Liquor Deaths

Rediff.com30 May 2026

Following the deaths of 15-18 people in Pune and Pimpri Chinchwad due to spurious liquor, the Maharashtra government has suspended 22 police and excise department personnel for failing to act against the illegal liquor trade. Financial assistance has been announced for the victims' families, and a statewide crackdown on illicit liquor is underway.

Maruti Suzuki discontinues Ignis hatchback amid weak sales, supply woes hit S-Presso and WagonR

Maruti Suzuki discontinues Ignis hatchback amid weak sales, supply woes hit S-Presso and WagonR

Rediff.com30 Apr 2026

Maruti Suzuki has discontinued its Ignis hatchback due to weak sales and a shift towards SUVs, while simultaneously facing supply chain issues for its popular S-Presso and WagonR models, leading to booking halts at some dealerships.

Maruti Suzuki's mini-car sales jump 147% in April-May as production eases

Maruti Suzuki's mini-car sales jump 147% in April-May as production eases

Rediff.com2 Jun 2026

Maruti Suzuki India reported a significant 147 per cent year-on-year increase in mini-car sales (Alto and S-Presso) during April-May 2026, reaching 32,341 units, driven by eased production constraints and a surge in demand for CNG vehicles amidst rising fuel prices.