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Man Nabbed For Stealing Police Vehicle From Station Compound

Man Nabbed For Stealing Police Vehicle From Station Compound

Rediff.com5 days ago

A man was arrested in Kannur, Kerala, for allegedly stealing a police vehicle parked inside a police station compound. The accused, identified as Hamsath, allegedly trespassed into the cyber police station compound, stole an SUV, and was later apprehended after arousing suspicion at a local eatery.

Illegal Mining Dispute Turns Deadly In Odisha's Nayagarh

Illegal Mining Dispute Turns Deadly In Odisha's Nayagarh

Rediff.com3 days ago

A man was killed and his hand severed in Odisha's Nayagarh district following a dispute over illegal laterite stone mining. Police have arrested two suspects and are searching for others involved.

IPL 2026 Final: Karnataka Minister Explains Venue Change

IPL 2026 Final: Karnataka Minister Explains Venue Change

Rediff.com7 days ago

Karnataka Home Minister G Parameshwra suggests commercial viability led to the IPL final being moved from Bengaluru to Ahmedabad. He denies that distributing tickets to MLAs was a factor. The BCCI cited unspecified requirements from local authorities as the reason for the change.

Temple Procession Attacked In Ghaziabad, Several Injured

Temple Procession Attacked In Ghaziabad, Several Injured

Rediff.com2 May 2026

A procession of devotees returning from a Durga temple in Ghaziabad was allegedly attacked, with reports of stone-pelting, leading to tensions in the Kaila Bhatta area. Police have taken 10 people into custody and are investigating the incident.

Women From Northeast Molested, Abused In Delhi: Police Investigate

Women From Northeast Molested, Abused In Delhi: Police Investigate

Rediff.com3 days ago

Delhi Police are investigating an incident in which two women from the Northeast were allegedly molested, assaulted, and subjected to racist remarks outside a club in Nehru Place. Four suspects have been identified, and raids are underway to arrest them.

Tamil Nadu Elections: Jobs Promise Drives Voter Sentiment In Panapakkam

Tamil Nadu Elections: Jobs Promise Drives Voter Sentiment In Panapakkam

Rediff.com28 Apr 2026

As industrial plants boost the village's profile, locals demand priority hiring, alongside better storage facilities and water security.

Statue Of Ambedkar Vandalised In Uttar Pradesh; FIR Lodged

Statue Of Ambedkar Vandalised In Uttar Pradesh; FIR Lodged

Rediff.com1 May 2026

Police in Shahjahanpur, Uttar Pradesh, have registered an FIR after a statue of B.R. Ambedkar was vandalised in Katia Usmanpur village. Unidentified individuals broke the hand of the statue, leading to a police investigation and the deployment of forces in the area.

Prateek Yadav, Mulayam Singh's Son, Dies Aged 38

Prateek Yadav, Mulayam Singh's Son, Dies Aged 38

Rediff.com1 days ago

Prateek Yadav, the younger son of Samajwadi Party founder Mulayam Singh Yadav and stepbrother of Akhilesh Yadav, has died in Lucknow at the age of 38 after suddenly falling ill. Despite his family's political prominence, Prateek remained outside active politics, while his wife, Aparna Bisht Yadav, is a member of the BJP.

Political Clash In Gujarat Leaves One Dead

Political Clash In Gujarat Leaves One Dead

Rediff.com25 Apr 2026

A relative of a BJP candidate was stabbed to death and two others were injured in a clash between Congress and BJP supporters in Mehsana, Gujarat, ahead of local body polls.

Engineering Student Killed In Hyderabad 'Honour Killing'

Engineering Student Killed In Hyderabad 'Honour Killing'

Rediff.com6 days ago

A 22-year-old engineering student was murdered in Hyderabad, allegedly by relatives of a woman he was in a relationship with, who disapproved of the affair.

Two Minor Girls Die In UP Suicide Attempt

Two Minor Girls Die In UP Suicide Attempt

Rediff.com7 days ago

Two minor girls died of asphyxiation after their mother attempted self-immolation following an alleged family dispute in Shamli district, Uttar Pradesh.

Why Was Pregnant Woman Killed During Protest In Odisha?

Why Was Pregnant Woman Killed During Protest In Odisha?

Rediff.com5 May 2026

A pregnant woman was allegedly hacked to death while protesting in front of her in-laws' house in Odisha's Ganjam district, demanding rights for her daughter.

Women voters shift away from TMC despite welfare push

Women voters shift away from TMC despite welfare push

Rediff.com5 May 2026

Women voters in West Bengal appear to be shifting their priorities beyond financial assistance, placing greater emphasis on governance and accountability, according to post-election analysis. This shift may have contributed to the Trinamool Congress's (TMC) losses in the recent assembly election, as the BJP's promises and other factors influenced voter sentiment.

Teenager Fatally Stabbed After Dispute In Delhi

Teenager Fatally Stabbed After Dispute In Delhi

Rediff.com4 days ago

A 15-year-old boy was fatally stabbed in northeast Delhi's New Usmanpur area following a dispute with a juvenile, police reported. The accused, a 17-year-old, has been apprehended, and the weapon used in the crime has been recovered.

Greater Noida Man Murders Son To Frame Relatives

Greater Noida Man Murders Son To Frame Relatives

Rediff.com6 days ago

A man in Greater Noida allegedly murdered his 13-year-old son to implicate his family members in a property dispute, according to police reports.

Police probe heading in right direction: Suvendu on aide's murder

Police probe heading in right direction: Suvendu on aide's murder

Rediff.com7 days ago

Suvendu Adhikari voices confidence in the police investigation into the murder of his executive assistant Chandranath Rath, assuring progress in the case.

Mizoram Women's Group Condemns Trafficking Of Women

Mizoram Women's Group Condemns Trafficking Of Women

Rediff.com2 days ago

The apex women's association in Mizoram, Mizo Hmeichhe Insuihkhawm Pawl (MHIP), has strongly condemned the alleged trafficking and exploitation of women from the state under the guise of employment outside Mizoram. The organisation is pursuing the matter to ensure the accused receive stringent punishment under the law.

'Real Issue Is Land, Not Religion In Assam'

'Real Issue Is Land, Not Religion In Assam'

Rediff.com5 May 2026

'The real fault line in Assam is not Hindu versus Muslim. It is Assamese versus Bengali -- and within that, the specific anxiety about undocumented Bangladeshi settlers claiming land and altering the demographic balance of the state.'

Three Abandoned Children Rescued In Maharashtra's Thane District

Three Abandoned Children Rescued In Maharashtra's Thane District

Rediff.com5 May 2026

Police in Dombivli, Maharashtra, rescued three young children found abandoned on the roadside. The children, aged 3 to 4, were discovered near a bungalow and have been placed in a child care centre while authorities investigate their origins and circumstances.

Crypto Hacker Arrested By ED In Money Laundering Probe

Crypto Hacker Arrested By ED In Money Laundering Probe

Rediff.com5 days ago

The Enforcement Directorate has arrested three individuals, including an alleged crypto hacker named Srikrishna Ramesh, in connection with a cryptocurrency-linked money laundering case. The arrests follow raids conducted in April, targeting individuals linked to the hacker and sons of a Karnataka Congress MLA.

Why Delhi Continues To Top Juvenile Crime Stats

Why Delhi Continues To Top Juvenile Crime Stats

Rediff.com6 May 2026

Delhi continues to report the highest number of juvenile crime cases among metropolitan cities in India, according to the latest NCRB data for 2024. The city recorded 2,306 cases, with a crime rate of 42 per one lakh minors. Theft is the most common crime committed by juveniles.

Mamata's revenge for Bhabanipur defeat: Suvendu aide's mother on his killing

Mamata's revenge for Bhabanipur defeat: Suvendu aide's mother on his killing

Rediff.com7 days ago

The mother of Chandranath Rath, who was murdered shortly after the Assembly poll results, is demanding life imprisonment for those responsible, alleging the killing was revenge for Mamata Banerjee's defeat against Suvendu Adhikari in Bhabanipur.

Abhay Rana, Wanted For Extortion, Extradited From Portugal

Abhay Rana, Wanted For Extortion, Extradited From Portugal

Rediff.com5 days ago

The CBI coordinated the extradition of Abhay Rana, wanted by Haryana Police for extortion, criminal intimidation, and attempt to murder, from Portugal.

Why Delhi Continues To Top Juvenile Crime Stats

Why Delhi Continues To Top Juvenile Crime Stats

Rediff.com6 May 2026

Delhi continues to report the highest number of juvenile crime cases among metropolitan cities in India, according to the latest NCRB data. The report highlights the types of crimes committed and the socio-economic background of the juveniles involved.

How Goa Police Nabbed Bangladeshi Dacoity Gang In Delhi

How Goa Police Nabbed Bangladeshi Dacoity Gang In Delhi

Rediff.com1 May 2026

Goa Police have arrested five Bangladeshi nationals, part of an inter-state gang, for their alleged involvement in dacoities reported last year in Goa. The arrests followed a year-long investigation across multiple states.

Walmart's India Sourcing Crosses $40 Billion Mark, Bolstering Export Push

Walmart's India Sourcing Crosses $40 Billion Mark, Bolstering Export Push

Rediff.com6 days ago

Retail giant Walmart has announced that India has become one of its fastest-growing sourcing hubs globally, with the company having procured over $40 billion worth of goods from the country. This initiative aims to expand supplier capabilities, improve compliance standards, and help Indian manufacturers scale exports worldwide.

Fifth Arrest In Odisha Lynching Case After Sexual Assault Allegations

Fifth Arrest In Odisha Lynching Case After Sexual Assault Allegations

Rediff.com6 days ago

Police in Odisha have arrested a fifth person in connection with the lynching of a man accused of sexually assaulting two women in the Khurda district. The Director General of Police and the State Commission for Women chairperson conducted an on-spot inquiry, and the Chief Minister has directed strict action against the culprits.

Organ Donation Fraud: Kerala Police Nab Key Suspect

Organ Donation Fraud: Kerala Police Nab Key Suspect

Rediff.com4 days ago

Police in Kerala have arrested a key suspect in a racket involving the supply of forged documents for organ donors and recipients. The accused, identified as Najeeb, was apprehended in Uttar Pradesh and is believed to have been planning to escape to Nepal. The investigation has uncovered a network involved in forging various official documents required for organ donation.

More Arrests In Kerala Organ Donation Racket Case

More Arrests In Kerala Organ Donation Racket Case

Rediff.com5 days ago

Police in Kochi have arrested another individual in connection with a racket allegedly involved in supplying forged documents for organ donors and recipients. The accused, Rasheeda, is the wife of the prime suspect, Najeeb, who is currently absconding. This follows the arrest of several others involved in the forgery of documents required for organ donation.

Rat poison killed Mumbai family, not watermelon

Rat poison killed Mumbai family, not watermelon

Rediff.com7 days ago

The deaths of four members of a family in Mumbai last month were caused by rat poison, specifically zinc phosphide, and not by consuming watermelons as initially suspected, officials have confirmed.

Allahabad HC Issues Guidelines For Trials In Absentia

Allahabad HC Issues Guidelines For Trials In Absentia

Rediff.com7 days ago

The Allahabad High Court has issued a detailed procedure for conducting criminal trials in the absence of proclaimed offenders, as per section 356 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), 2023, aiming to ensure speedy justice.

Man Kills Son, Attempts Suicide After Spat With Wife

Man Kills Son, Attempts Suicide After Spat With Wife

Rediff.com30 Apr 2026

A man in Firozabad, Uttar Pradesh, allegedly killed his four-year-old son by throwing him into the Yamuna river before attempting suicide, following a dispute with his wife.

From hills to Jungal Mahal, TMC draws a blank in 29 Bengal districts

From hills to Jungal Mahal, TMC draws a blank in 29 Bengal districts

Rediff.com5 May 2026

The BJP achieved a clean sweep in nine districts of West Bengal, securing all 68 seats in these regions during the recent election. This victory marks a significant shift in the state's political landscape, ending the Trinamool Congress's 15-year rule and establishing the BJP's dominance.

Vijay's unconventional journey from 'Thalapathy' to 'Muthalvan'

Vijay's unconventional journey from 'Thalapathy' to 'Muthalvan'

Rediff.com4 days ago

Actor Vijay's journey from a shy film star to a political leader is explored, highlighting his unconventional methods and the key moments that shaped his transformation.

Suvendu aide murder: CBI probe hints at Rs 1 cr contract killing

Suvendu aide murder: CBI probe hints at Rs 1 cr contract killing

Rediff.com2 days ago

The CBI has registered an FIR in the alleged murder of Chandranath Rath, an aide to West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari, taking over the investigation from the state police following a request from the state government.

CBI Investigates Possible Contract Killing Of Adhikari Aide

CBI Investigates Possible Contract Killing Of Adhikari Aide

Rediff.com2 days ago

The CBI is investigating the murder of Suvendu Adhikari's aide, Chandranath Rath, suspecting it was a meticulously planned contract killing. The investigation involves forensic analysis and examination of potential interstate criminal links.

Three Aligarh Doctors Suspended After Patient Altercation

Three Aligarh Doctors Suspended After Patient Altercation

Rediff.com7 days ago

Three resident doctors at Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College Hospital in Aligarh have been suspended and booked by police after a clash with patients' attendants. Emergency services at the hospital have been severely affected for three days. The doctors face charges including rioting and assault.

From arson to clashes, post-election unrest spreads in West Bengal

From arson to clashes, post-election unrest spreads in West Bengal

Rediff.com1 May 2026

Several incidents of post-poll violence have been reported across West Bengal, with tension escalating in various districts following the recent assembly elections. Clashes between political party supporters have led to injuries, arrests, and heightened security measures.

How Gujarat Police Solved A 34-Year-Old Murder Case

How Gujarat Police Solved A 34-Year-Old Murder Case

Rediff.com5 days ago

Gujarat police have arrested two brothers in connection with the alleged murder of a woman 34 years ago. The breakthrough came after DNA analysis of exhumed skeletal remains matched the victim's siblings.

Man Wounded In Rajasthan School Shooting After Leave Dispute

Man Wounded In Rajasthan School Shooting After Leave Dispute

Rediff.com7 days ago

A man was injured after a teacher's husband allegedly opened fire on a government school premises in Rajasthan's Karauli district following a dispute over leave denial.