News for 'abduction'

How actors Darshan-Pavithra planned fan's murder over lewd messages

How actors Darshan-Pavithra planned fan's murder over lewd messages

Rediff.com12 Jun 2024

According to police sources, Renukaswamy (33) drew the wrath of Darshan for making lewd comments against Pavithra Gowda on her social media posts.

Army jawan goes missing from Kashmir; police suspect abduction

Army jawan goes missing from Kashmir; police suspect abduction

Rediff.com8 Mar 2019

The family of Mohammad Yaseen, posted with Jammu and Kashmir Light Infantry Regiment, informed police that some people came to their house at Qazipora Chadura and took him away.

When Ayodhya Was Illuminated To Welcome Rama

When Ayodhya Was Illuminated To Welcome Rama

Rediff.com1 Nov 2024

Rama and Sita entered a wonderful maze of lit streets, and when Bharatha caught sight of them as he ran down the steps of the palace, the whole city was chiming with celebration with this festival of lights. A fascinating excerpt from Vayu Naidu's book, The Living Legend.

Abducted J-K soldier's family awaits DNA results as army recovers body

Abducted J-K soldier's family awaits DNA results as army recovers body

Rediff.com22 Sep 2021

After a year, a father's hope of finding the body of his son, Shakir Wagey, who worked with the Territorial Army and was killed by terrorists, was rekindled on Wednesday when the Army recovered a decomposed body near a mobile tower in this district of South Kashmir.

Army men beat up 4 policemen in Kashmir; FIR lodged

Army men beat up 4 policemen in Kashmir; FIR lodged

Rediff.com29 May 2024

Four policemen were injured after they were allegedly beaten up by army personnel in Kupwara district of Jammu and Kashmir, officials said on Wednesday.

Delhi: Woman abducted, raped

Delhi: Woman abducted, raped

Rediff.com9 Mar 2006

The woman, a resident of Sunder Nagri, was abducted by Sanjiv, Manoj and Mota on February 22 on an autorickshaw at about 7 pm, according to a police official.

Prajwal Revanna booked for rape, says CM Siddaramaiah

Prajwal Revanna booked for rape, says CM Siddaramaiah

Rediff.com3 May 2024

He said he has directed police to identify, trace and secure the victims in view of the alleged kidnapping of a victim at Krishnaraja Nagar town in Mysuru district.

Teen Porsche driver's blood samples swapped with woman's, police tell court

Teen Porsche driver's blood samples swapped with woman's, police tell court

Rediff.com30 May 2024

The sessions court granted the police's plea and extended till June 5 the custody of two doctors and an employee of the Sassoon General Hospital here arrested in this connection.

Nepal Maoists abduct children

Nepal Maoists abduct children

Rediff.com19 Jan 2005

50 of at least 350 children abducted by the rebels managed to escape, state media said.

Hindi Movies Coming Up In August

Hindi Movies Coming Up In August

Rediff.com30 Jul 2024

The Independence Day holiday weekend is very popular amongst film-makers and film-goers.

Sector 36 Review: Nightmarish

Sector 36 Review: Nightmarish

Rediff.com13 Sep 2024

Sector 36 goes for the gruesomeness and shock; watching it needs a tough heart or a quick averting of the eyes, warns Deepa Gahlot.

Hindu man abducted in Pakistan

Hindu man abducted in Pakistan

Rediff.com23 Feb 2010

Close on the heels of the killing of two abducted Sikhs by Taliban in the restive tribal belt, the case of kidnapping of a Pakistani Hindu has come to light.

'Pakistan Intelligence Have Killed Hundreds Of Baloch'

'Pakistan Intelligence Have Killed Hundreds Of Baloch'

Rediff.com4 Sep 2024

'If the government sincerely addressed the issue of missing persons, it would alleviate 80% of the grievances in Balochistan.' 'No matter how many development projects Islamabad announces for the region, the people will remain upset as long as their loved ones are missing.'

After long delay, Hamas releases 4 Thai nationals among 17 more hostages

After long delay, Hamas releases 4 Thai nationals among 17 more hostages

Rediff.com26 Nov 2023

As per the details, the hostages include 13 Israeli citizens and four Thais, reported The Times of Israel on Sunday.

If NC was not there during Partition...: Farooq hits back

If NC was not there during Partition...: Farooq hits back

Rediff.com19 Sep 2024

Abdullah said they are claiming that terrorism is over but the ground situation shows that it has increased in otherwise peaceful Jammu region.

Indian abducted in Poland

Indian abducted in Poland

Rediff.com5 Aug 2004

Harish Hitange, 37, of Nasik, Maharashtra, was abducted in April in Warsaw 2004 and his kidnappers, who are demanding a huge ransom, have reportedly cut off three of his fingers.

J&K minister's nephew abducted

J&K minister's nephew abducted

Rediff.com9 Feb 2004

No militant outfit has so far claimed responsibility for the abduction, the sources said.

Assam: Tribal ultras abduct 9 workers

Assam: Tribal ultras abduct 9 workers

Rediff.com6 Apr 2012

Suspected ultras belonging to the Karbi People's Liberation Tigers outfit in Assam's Karbi Anglong district abducted nine labourers from a construction site, police informed on Friday.

Minor sisters abducted, gang-raped in Jind

Minor sisters abducted, gang-raped in Jind

Rediff.com21 Jun 2014

Two minor sisters were allegedly abducted and one of them was gang-raped by five persons, who also made a video clip of the act and circulated it, police said on Saturday.

Army officer abducted, shot dead by terrorists in J-K

Army officer abducted, shot dead by terrorists in J-K

Rediff.com10 May 2017

Lieutenant Umer Fayaz was abducted by five to six terrorists from his relative's house in south Kashmir's Shopian on Tuesday night. His bullet riddled body was found in Harmain area of Shopian on Wednesday morning, a police official said.

Indians abducted by ISIS are unharmed: Govt

Indians abducted by ISIS are unharmed: Govt

Rediff.com14 Aug 2014

The Indians, including 39 construction workers abducted by the Islamic State militants over two months ago in conflict-hit Mosul town of Iraq, are "unharmed", external affairs ministry said on Thursday.

Where You Can Watch Stree 2 At Home

Where You Can Watch Stree 2 At Home

Rediff.com27 Sep 2024

Decapitated ghosts, ancient ghosts, devil judges, devious cartoons, angry young women, it's a super flavourful platter of assorted goodies on the OTT menu this week.

Hugs And Tears As Hostages Arrive Home

Hugs And Tears As Hostages Arrive Home

Rediff.com27 Nov 2023

Hostages, who have been held captive by Hamas in Gaza, return home to Israel.

Majority will become minority if...: Allahabad HC on conversions

Majority will become minority if...: Allahabad HC on conversions

Rediff.com2 Jul 2024

Justice Rohit Rajan Agarwal made the observation while rejecting the bail application of one Kailash, who is accused of being involved in the religious conversion of several people from a village here.

Woman kidnapped, drugged, raped by Instagram friend in K'taka

Woman kidnapped, drugged, raped by Instagram friend in K'taka

Rediff.com24 Aug 2024

The woman and Althaf had been friends on Instagram for the last three months and both belonged to the same town (Karkala).

Engineer, supervisor abducted in Bihar

Engineer, supervisor abducted in Bihar

Rediff.com27 Feb 2008

An engineer and a supervisor of a private road construction company were abducted in Bihar's Sasaram district by armed criminals for ransom, police said on Wednesday.

SC sets aside Calcutta HC's 'control sexual urges' verdict

SC sets aside Calcutta HC's 'control sexual urges' verdict

Rediff.com20 Aug 2024

The Supreme Court on Tuesday set aside an order of the Calcutta high court in which it acquitted an accused in a sexual assault case and made 'objectionable' observations advising adolescent girls to 'control sexual urges'.

Maoists have abducted 88 people in 2012 alone!

Maoists have abducted 88 people in 2012 alone!

Rediff.com27 Apr 2012

Abductions by Maoists in India have become quite a routine affair today. Union ministry of home affairs statistics indicate that in 2012 alone 88 persons have been abducted by the left wing extremists, and 11 have been killed.

UP doctor duped of Rs 60 lakh after 'digital arrest'

UP doctor duped of Rs 60 lakh after 'digital arrest'

Rediff.com26 Jul 2024

Digital house arrest is a tactic where cybercriminals confine victims to their homes in order to scam them. The offenders generate fear by making audio or video calls, frequently posing as law enforcement officers using AI-generated voices or video technology.

4 Indians abducted in Nigeria

4 Indians abducted in Nigeria

Rediff.com29 Oct 2007

Three youths from Tamil Nadu, working for an Italian petroleum ship company in Nigeria, were abducted on October 26 by armed militants demanding $50 million for their release.

Kin of CRPF jawan abducted by Naxals stage protest; seek his release

Kin of CRPF jawan abducted by Naxals stage protest; seek his release

Rediff.com7 Apr 2021

Relatives of a Commando Battalion for Resolute Action (CoBRA) commando held hostage by Naxals after a recent gun battle with security forces in Chhattisgarh's Bijapur district blocked the Jammu-Poonch highway on Wednesday, demanding an assurance from the government for his safe release.

Blue corner notice issued against Prajwal Revanna

Blue corner notice issued against Prajwal Revanna

Rediff.com5 May 2024

A Blue Corner Notice is issued by the international police cooperation body to collect additional information from its member countries about a person's identity, location or activities in relation to a crime.

Are 2 Arunachal men missing near LAC in Chinese army's custody?

Are 2 Arunachal men missing near LAC in Chinese army's custody?

Rediff.com4 Aug 2024

Anjaw MLA and state's women and child development minister Dasanglu Pul confirmed that the duo went missing along the border with China while looking for medicinal herbs.

Militants abduct tea executive in Assam

Militants abduct tea executive in Assam

Rediff.com28 Feb 2007

Police suspect a newly-formed tribal militant outfit to behind the abduction.

Chhattisgarh: Naxals abduct 5 CAF personnel

Chhattisgarh: Naxals abduct 5 CAF personnel

Rediff.com25 Jan 2011

Naxals on Tuesday abducted six persons, including five personnel of the Chhattisgarh Armed Force, from Narayanpur district of the state, said the police. An armed group of Naxals on Tuesday stopped a bus and abducted five jawans of the state armed force and one local person, said Rajesh Mishra, inspector general of police, Chhattisgarh. The incident took place near Kungada village.The five jawans were deployed at Dhanoura police camp in the district.

Top govt official abducted in Assam

Top govt official abducted in Assam

Rediff.com18 Apr 2007

The police are not yet sure about the involvement of any particular militant group behind the abduction. Neither has anyone claimed responsibility for the abduction nor has any ransom demand been made.

Abducted cops will be released, say Maoists

Abducted cops will be released, say Maoists

Rediff.com4 Sep 2010

Maoists on Saturday evening claimed that they would release the three abducted Bihar policemen without condition before 8 am on Sunday in view of the appeal made by their families and on humanitarian grounds.

Delhi: Abducted schoolboy found dead

Delhi: Abducted schoolboy found dead

Rediff.com17 Oct 2007

Vipul Kansal, a Class V student who was allegedly abducted on October 16, was found dead in the outskirts of the city on Wednesday.

Mumbai ex-cop Pradeep Sharma gets life in Chhota Rajan aide's fake encounter

Mumbai ex-cop Pradeep Sharma gets life in Chhota Rajan aide's fake encounter

Rediff.com19 Mar 2024

A division bench of Justices Revati Mohite Dere and Gauri Godse quashed the sessions court's 2013 judgment acquitting Sharma, terming it as "perverse" and "unsustainable".

Assam: Militants abduct 2 railway drivers

Assam: Militants abduct 2 railway drivers

Rediff.com29 Aug 2010

Suspected tribal militants belonging to the anti-talks faction of the National Democratic