News for 'Village People'

Villages Attacked Near Myanmar Border, Residents Flee

Villages Attacked Near Myanmar Border, Residents Flee

Rediff.com7 May 2026

Heavily armed militants attacked villages in Manipur's Kamjong district near the India-Myanmar border, torching houses and forcing residents to flee. The attack targeted Tangkhul Naga villages, with allegations pointing to Myanmar-based militant groups.

Two Dead, One Injured In Batala Village Shooting

Two Dead, One Injured In Batala Village Shooting

Rediff.com28 Apr 2026

Two people were killed and another injured in a shooting in Bhoma village, Batala, Punjab. Police are investigating the incident and scanning CCTV footage to identify the culprits.

Rajasthan Village Sees Mob Violence After Youth's Murder

Rajasthan Village Sees Mob Violence After Youth's Murder

Rediff.com27 Apr 2026

A mob in Rajasthan's Banswara district torched and vandalised houses and vehicles after a youth was murdered, prompting police to deploy additional forces to maintain order.

Man Dies After Attack In Uttar Pradesh; Village Head Accused

Man Dies After Attack In Uttar Pradesh; Village Head Accused

Rediff.com29 Apr 2026

A 28-year-old man in Uttar Pradesh died after being attacked, with his family alleging the involvement of the village head and others in the assault.

Wedding procession clash in UP village turns deadly; 1 killed, 6 hurt

Wedding procession clash in UP village turns deadly; 1 killed, 6 hurt

Rediff.com27 Apr 2026

A clash between two wedding processions in a Uttar Pradesh village, triggered by stone-throwing, resulted in one death and six injuries, according to police.

'People Voted In Anger Against Mamata Banerjee'

'People Voted In Anger Against Mamata Banerjee'

Rediff.com4 May 2026

'The nepotism, corruption, bad governance and 15 years of rampant crime that has happened across West Bengal under her rule led to her ouster.'

Odisha Village Sees Clash Over Prayer Meeting, Police Deployed

Odisha Village Sees Clash Over Prayer Meeting, Police Deployed

Rediff.com5 Apr 2026

A clash erupted between two groups in Odisha's Malkangiri district over a prayer meeting, leading to police intervention and arrests.

Woman And Two Daughters Found Dead In Bihar Village

Woman And Two Daughters Found Dead In Bihar Village

Rediff.com28 Apr 2026

A woman and her two minor daughters were found dead at their residence in Bihar's Muzaffarpur district, prompting a police investigation into the circumstances surrounding their deaths.

Tensions Flare in Kasganj Village After Ambedkar Jayanti Procession Stone Pelting

Tensions Flare in Kasganj Village After Ambedkar Jayanti Procession Stone Pelting

Rediff.com14 Apr 2026

A procession marking Ambedkar Jayanti in Kasganj, Uttar Pradesh, was disrupted by stone pelting, leading to injuries and detentions. Police are investigating the incident.

Gondia Villagers Block Road After Woman Killed by Sand Truck

Gondia Villagers Block Road After Woman Killed by Sand Truck

Rediff.com3 Apr 2026

Villagers in Gondia, Maharashtra, blocked a road to protest illegal sand mining after a woman was killed by a truck carrying illegally excavated sand. The protest highlights concerns about reckless driving and the dangers posed by illegal mining activities in the region.

What sparked the violent clash between villagers in Patna?

What sparked the violent clash between villagers in Patna?

Rediff.com27 Mar 2026

A clash between two groups of villagers in Maner, near Patna, resulted in injuries and multiple arrests. Police are investigating the cause of the violence.

Old Enmity Sparks Village Clash in Muzaffarnagar, Several Injured

Old Enmity Sparks Village Clash in Muzaffarnagar, Several Injured

Rediff.com25 Mar 2026

A clash between two groups in a Muzaffarnagar village resulted in injuries to four people, including a woman, due to a long-standing dispute; police have arrested two and are searching for others involved after a video of the incident went viral.

Vehicle Dispute Sparks Violent Clash in UP Village, Leaving 10 Injured

Vehicle Dispute Sparks Violent Clash in UP Village, Leaving 10 Injured

Rediff.com23 Mar 2026

A clash between two groups in Riyawli Nagla village, Muzaffarnagar, resulted in injuries to at least 10 people after a dispute over a vehicle escalated.

Two Brothers Killed in Uttar Pradesh Village Dispute

Two Brothers Killed in Uttar Pradesh Village Dispute

Rediff.com21 Mar 2026

Two brothers died after being attacked with sharp weapons during a dispute between two groups in Meharmati Ganeshpura village, Uttar Pradesh. Police have detained three suspects and are investigating the incident.

Statue of B R Ambedkar Vandalised in Punjab Village

Statue of B R Ambedkar Vandalised in Punjab Village

Rediff.com31 Mar 2026

A statue of B R Ambedkar was vandalised in Noorpur Jattan village, Punjab, leading to protests and claims of responsibility by a pro-Khalistan leader. Police are investigating the incident, which is not the first of its kind in the area.

31 of 38 Naga, Kuki hostages released in Manipur

31 of 38 Naga, Kuki hostages released in Manipur

Rediff.com2 days ago

These people were taken to unknown areas after suspected militants shot dead three church leaders and injured four others in Kangpokpi on Wednesday, while a civilian was gunned down and his wife was wounded in Noney district.

Four Arrested After Clash in UP Village

Four Arrested After Clash in UP Village

Rediff.com5 Mar 2026

Police in Muzaffarnagar, Uttar Pradesh, have arrested four people after a clash between two groups from the same community in Aminagar village. The clash, which involved stone-pelting, stemmed from a minor dispute that escalated after a quarrel between children.

Holi Clash in UP Village Injures 11

Holi Clash in UP Village Injures 11

Rediff.com5 Mar 2026

A dispute over playing with colours during Holi escalated into a violent clash between two groups in a village in Uttar Pradesh, leaving at least 11 people injured.

UP storm fury leaves 111 dead, 72 hurt; over 200 houses destroyed

UP storm fury leaves 111 dead, 72 hurt; over 200 houses destroyed

Rediff.com2 days ago

At least 89 people have died in Uttar Pradesh after severe storms and heavy rain caused widespread damage, uprooting trees and electric poles and damaging homes. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has directed officials to provide immediate relief to affected families.

Two Die As Rain, Winds Lash Jharkhand's Palamu

Two Die As Rain, Winds Lash Jharkhand's Palamu

Rediff.com3 days ago

Heavy rain and strong winds caused damage and fatalities in Jharkhand's Palamu district, with two people killed and another injured.

Odisha Man Dies After Allegedly Killing Two

Odisha Man Dies After Allegedly Killing Two

Rediff.com4 days ago

A 28-year-old man, identified as Mochka Alda, who was allegedly physically assaulted after killing two persons in Odisha's Mayurbhanj district, has died from his injuries, police said.

Three Cyber Fraudsters Arrested In Nuh Sextortion Case

Three Cyber Fraudsters Arrested In Nuh Sextortion Case

Rediff.com4 days ago

Nuh Police have arrested three alleged cyber fraudsters involved in sextortion and online fraud through fake messages. Police also recovered fake SIM cards, mobile phones, and digital data related to cyber fraud from their possession.

Old Enmity Leads to Fatal Shooting in UP Village

Old Enmity Leads to Fatal Shooting in UP Village

Rediff.com24 Mar 2026

A 26-year-old man was allegedly shot dead by three people over an old enmity in Shadra Banger village in Muzaffarnagar, Uttar Pradesh. Police have registered a murder case and are searching for the accused.

Several Injured In Bihar Land Dispute Clash

Several Injured In Bihar Land Dispute Clash

Rediff.com1 days ago

At least seven people and a few security personnel were injured following a clash between two groups over a land dispute in Bihar's Purnea district on Saturday, police said.

Man Kills Relatives, Injures Wife During Village Panchayat in Bareilly

Man Kills Relatives, Injures Wife During Village Panchayat in Bareilly

Rediff.com16 Mar 2026

A man in Bareilly, India, allegedly stabbed his mother-in-law and brother-in-law to death and seriously injured his wife during a panchayat convened to resolve a family dispute.

Odisha Man, With Mental Health Issues, Kills Two

Odisha Man, With Mental Health Issues, Kills Two

Rediff.com4 days ago

A 28-year-old man with mental health issues allegedly killed two people with a sharp weapon in Odisha's Mayurbhanj district.

Three Killed In Suspected Militant Ambush In Manipur

Three Killed In Suspected Militant Ambush In Manipur

Rediff.com4 days ago

Three people were allegedly killed and several others injured in an ambush by suspected militants in Manipur's Kangpokpi district on Wednesday, police said.

'Felt insulted': Dalit bride forced to get off horse, sparks outrage

'Felt insulted': Dalit bride forced to get off horse, sparks outrage

Rediff.com9 May 2026

A Dalit bride in Rajasthan was forced to dismount from a mare during her wedding procession, sparking outrage and protests. The incident has led to demands for a fair investigation and action against those responsible.

Dalit Youths Beaten For Drinking Water At Wedding

Dalit Youths Beaten For Drinking Water At Wedding

Rediff.com5 days ago

Two Dalit youths were allegedly beaten up and subjected to casteist slurs for drinking water from a pot during a wedding ceremony in Gaulapur area of Haldwani, police said.

Three Arrested In Jamtara For LPG Cylinder Supply Scam

Three Arrested In Jamtara For LPG Cylinder Supply Scam

Rediff.com2 days ago

Police in Jamtara, Jharkhand, have arrested three individuals for allegedly defrauding people by obtaining bank account details under the guise of supplying LPG cylinders.

NEET aspirant hangs self in UP after exam cancellation

NEET aspirant hangs self in UP after exam cancellation

Rediff.com3 days ago

A 21-year-old NEET aspirant hanged himself on Thursday in his house Lakhimpur Kheri's Gangotrinagar locality over the cancellation of the NEET after a paper leak, a family member said.

Seven Sentenced To Life In 2020 UP Murder Case

Seven Sentenced To Life In 2020 UP Murder Case

Rediff.com1 days ago

A court in Ballia, Uttar Pradesh, has sentenced seven people to life imprisonment for the murder of a man in 2020, related to a long-standing feud.

Deadly storms claim 31 lives in UP; houses damaged, trees uprooted

Deadly storms claim 31 lives in UP; houses damaged, trees uprooted

Rediff.com4 days ago

Severe storms and heavy rains in Uttar Pradesh's Bhadohi and Budaun districts have resulted in 11 fatalities and widespread damage, disrupting rescue operations due to network outages.

UP Wedding Turns Sour After Dispute Over Music

UP Wedding Turns Sour After Dispute Over Music

Rediff.com7 May 2026

A wedding celebration in Uttar Pradesh turned violent after a dispute over music selection led to a shooting and the cancellation of the wedding.

Kejriwal Meets Family Of Teen, Slams BJP Over NEET

Kejriwal Meets Family Of Teen, Slams BJP Over NEET

Rediff.com3 days ago

Arvind Kejriwal met the family of a 17-year-old who allegedly died by suicide and criticised the BJP over the NEET cancellation, urging students to protest against paper leaks.

Why Army chief wants to open a cafe

Why Army chief wants to open a cafe

Rediff.com1 days ago

Army Chief Gen Upendra Dwivedi shared his vision for a cafe named 'Ahista Zindagi' in Madhya Pradesh, designed as a retreat for reflection and conversation in today's fast-paced world, during an interaction with youths in Delhi.

Deadly Storms Claim Lives In Uttar Pradesh

Deadly Storms Claim Lives In Uttar Pradesh

Rediff.com4 days ago

At least 21 people have died in Uttar Pradesh after severe storms and heavy rains caused widespread damage across several districts, including Bhadohi, Budaun, Fatehpur, and Sonbhadra.

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.

Man Killed In Rajasthan Over Mobile Phone Dispute

Man Killed In Rajasthan Over Mobile Phone Dispute

Rediff.com9 May 2026

An 18-year-old man was allegedly abducted and murdered by a group of men over a mobile phone in a village in Sawai Madhopur district, Rajasthan, police said on Saturday. The body of Mankush Meena was found early Saturday morning with injury marks.

Delhi Accident: Truck Driver Arrested After Three Killed

Delhi Accident: Truck Driver Arrested After Three Killed

Rediff.com4 days ago

A truck driver has been arrested in Delhi after a multi-vehicle accident resulted in the deaths of three people, including a child, and injuries to four others. The driver was apprehended using CCTV footage after the truck rammed into an autorickshaw.