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Luxury Vehicle Fraud: Gurugram Police Arrest Mastermind

Luxury Vehicle Fraud: Gurugram Police Arrest Mastermind

Rediff.com23 May 2026

Gurugram Police have busted a gang involved in defrauding a person by mortgaging and selling his luxury vehicles, which they acquired under the guise of renting them for weddings and events. The alleged mastermind, Krishna Dixit, has been arrested.

Andhra Friends Arrested After Road Rage Car Crash

Andhra Friends Arrested After Road Rage Car Crash

Rediff.com23 May 2026

Two friends in NTR District, Andhra Pradesh, were arrested for road rage after crashing their cars into each other following a dispute.

Bihar Singer Arrested Over Abusive Post Against Chief Minister

Bihar Singer Arrested Over Abusive Post Against Chief Minister

Rediff.com27 May 2026

A local singer in Bihar's Jehanabad district has been arrested for allegedly posting an abusive comment against Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary on social media.

Spurious Liquor Claims Lives In Pune: Arrests Made

Spurious Liquor Claims Lives In Pune: Arrests Made

Rediff.com29 May 2026

At least 13 people have died in Pune after consuming suspected spurious liquor, leading to multiple arrests and a high-level investigation.

Caretaker Arrested For Jewellery Theft At Raveena Tandon's Brother's House

Caretaker Arrested For Jewellery Theft At Raveena Tandon's Brother's House

Rediff.com2 Jun 2026

A 47-year-old woman has been arrested for allegedly stealing gold and diamond jewellery worth Rs 25 lakh from the house of Bollywood actor Raveena Tandon's brother after gaining the family's trust as a caretaker.

Mother strangles 3-year-old son for disrupting call with lover

Mother strangles 3-year-old son for disrupting call with lover

Rediff.com2 days ago

A 32-year-old woman in Mathura has been accused of strangling her three-year-old son to death because he was crying while she was on a phone call with her alleged lover. The incident came to light when her husband overheard her confessing, leading to a police investigation and plans to exhume the child's body for a post-mortem.

Prashant Kishore claims aides detained ahead of Bankipur bypoll

Prashant Kishore claims aides detained ahead of Bankipur bypoll

Rediff.com10 hours ago

Jan Suraaj founder Prashant Kishore has accused the ruling BJP and the state government of using police to harass his party workers, alleging that over 16 leaders were detained ahead of the Bankipur Assembly by-election. Despite the alleged intimidation, Kishore expressed "200 per cent" confidence in his victory.

Cow Slaughter Suspect Arrested After Police Encounter In Saharanpur

Cow Slaughter Suspect Arrested After Police Encounter In Saharanpur

Rediff.com27 May 2026

A suspect involved in multiple cow slaughter cases was arrested in Saharanpur, Uttar Pradesh, following a police encounter. The accused, identified as Salman, has a history of criminal activity including robbery, theft, and smuggling.

Forces Intensify Search After Suspected Drone Activity

Forces Intensify Search After Suspected Drone Activity

Rediff.com3 days ago

Security forces in Jammu and Kashmir initiated extensive search operations along the International Border and Line of Control in Samba and Rajouri districts following multiple overnight sightings of suspected Pakistani drones. The increased drone activity has prompted concerns over potential air-dropping of narcotics, weapons, or facilitation of infiltration, leading to heightened surveillance and anti-drone measures.

Grand Venice Mall Owner Arrested In Money Laundering Case

Grand Venice Mall Owner Arrested In Money Laundering Case

Rediff.com30 May 2026

The Enforcement Directorate has arrested the promoter of a Noida-based realty company in a money laundering case linked to alleged duping of home buyers.

Man Arrested For Stabbing Teen Over Relationship With Sister

Man Arrested For Stabbing Teen Over Relationship With Sister

Rediff.com29 May 2026

A man has been arrested in Delhi for allegedly stabbing a juvenile multiple times due to the victim's relationship with the man's sister. The incident occurred in Meera Bagh, where the victim was left for dead in a drain.

Two Arrested In UP For Violating Externment Orders

Two Arrested In UP For Violating Externment Orders

Rediff.com28 May 2026

Two criminals were arrested in Lucknow for violating district externment orders. They had allegedly returned to meet their families, one to celebrate Eid al-Adha. The arrests were made during a late-night checking drive by Mohanlalganj police.

Man Arrested In Ahmedabad With Drugs Worth Over Rs 14 Crore

Man Arrested In Ahmedabad With Drugs Worth Over Rs 14 Crore

Rediff.com2 Jun 2026

Police in Ahmedabad arrested a man en route to Mumbai and seized over 7 kg of methamphetamine, valued at Rs 14.16 crore, concealed in biscuit packets.

Odisha Couple Assault Case: More Arrests Made

Odisha Couple Assault Case: More Arrests Made

Rediff.com21 May 2026

Police in Odisha have made further arrests in connection with the assault on a couple in Berhampur, after a video of the attack went viral on social media.

DRI Seizes Rs 2.61 Crore Ganja, Arrests Two In Major Bust

DRI Seizes Rs 2.61 Crore Ganja, Arrests Two In Major Bust

Rediff.com5 Jun 2026

The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) has dismantled an inter-state drug trafficking syndicate in Nagpur, seizing 522 kg of ganja worth Rs 2.61 crore and arresting two individuals involved in supplying contraband across the Odisha-Central India corridor to Maharashtra.

Gurugram Police Encounter Leads To Arrest Of Kidnapping Suspect

Gurugram Police Encounter Leads To Arrest Of Kidnapping Suspect

Rediff.com3 Jun 2026

A 23-year-old criminal, Nitin alias Chhota, wanted in a kidnapping-for-ransom case, was arrested in Gurugram after an encounter with police. He was injured in the exchange of fire and is currently hospitalised. The accused has a history of 17 criminal cases across Delhi and Haryana, including dacoity and murder.

Maharashtra Revenue Official Arrested In Bribery Case

Maharashtra Revenue Official Arrested In Bribery Case

Rediff.com27 May 2026

A revenue official in Palghar district, Maharashtra, was arrested by the Anti-Corruption Bureau for allegedly demanding and accepting a bribe of Rs 45,000.

UP Man Arrested For Tying, Beating Dalit Girl Over Theft

UP Man Arrested For Tying, Beating Dalit Girl Over Theft

Rediff.com1 Jun 2026

A man in Uttar Pradesh has been arrested for allegedly tying a Dalit girl to a tree and beating her after accusing her of stealing from his shop. The incident came to light after a video went viral on social media.

Four Arrested After Police Encounter With Interstate Gang In Palwal

Four Arrested After Police Encounter With Interstate Gang In Palwal

Rediff.com31 May 2026

Four alleged members of an interstate criminal gang were arrested following a brief encounter with police in Palwal district. A constable and one of the accused sustained bullet injuries during the incident.

Mumbai Man Arrested For Powai Murder

Mumbai Man Arrested For Powai Murder

Rediff.com27 May 2026

Mumbai Police have arrested a 26-year-old man from Surat in connection with the murder of a 55-year-old man in Powai. The accused allegedly stabbed the victim following an old dispute.

Nashik nightmare: Woman tourist molested, family chased and assaulted

Nashik nightmare: Woman tourist molested, family chased and assaulted

Rediff.com14 Jul 2026

Police in Nashik have arrested nine individuals in connection with the alleged molestation of a woman tourist and the assault on her family at Bhavali Dam. The incident involved eve-teasing, physical assault, theft, and a subsequent chase and attack on the family's vehicle. A case of molestation, attempt to murder, and dacoity has been registered, with further investigation underway.

Man Arrested For Using Forged Document To Renew Gun Licence

Man Arrested For Using Forged Document To Renew Gun Licence

Rediff.com30 May 2026

A 36-year-old man has been arrested in Mumbai for allegedly submitting a fake Police Clearance Certificate to renew a firearm licence.

HC denies relief to Shiv Sena corporator in doctor assault case

HC denies relief to Shiv Sena corporator in doctor assault case

Rediff.com7 days ago

"Let him be inside for some more time," the Bombay high court said on Wednesday while continuing its stay to the bail granted to Shiv Sena corporator Ramesh Mhatre who is accused of assaulting doctors and staff at a municipal hospital in Dombivli. It also ordered preservation of the CCTV footage of the July 6 incident and the footage of Mhatre's own hospital stay after his arrest.

Two Arrested In Meerut Nurse Murder Case

Two Arrested In Meerut Nurse Murder Case

Rediff.com22 May 2026

Police in Meerut, Uttar Pradesh, have arrested two individuals, Sufiyan and Sajida, in connection with the murder of a 25-year-old nurse, Anjali Sharma. The accused allegedly strangled her after she refused to marry. Sajida attempted to pass off the incident as an accident by leaving the body at a medical college.

Man And Friend Arrested Over Wife's Murder In Ballia

Man And Friend Arrested Over Wife's Murder In Ballia

Rediff.com29 May 2026

A man and his female friend were arrested in Ballia district of Uttar Pradesh in connection with the murder of his wife, whom he married just a year ago, a police official said.

Four Cybercriminals Arrested In Jamtara, Jharkhand

Four Cybercriminals Arrested In Jamtara, Jharkhand

Rediff.com19 May 2026

Jharkhand police arrested four cybercriminals, including two teenagers, in Jamtara district for online fraud, seizing mobile phones, SIM cards, and ATM cards.

Andhra Friends Arrested After Road Rage Car Crash

Andhra Friends Arrested After Road Rage Car Crash

Rediff.com23 May 2026

Two friends in NTR District, Andhra Pradesh, were arrested for road rage after crashing their cars into each other following a dispute.

Dehradun Man Arrested In Rs 1.65 Crore Property Fraud Case

Dehradun Man Arrested In Rs 1.65 Crore Property Fraud Case

Rediff.com30 May 2026

A man has been arrested in Dehradun for allegedly committing a Rs 1.65 crore fraud by reselling his property using forged documents. The accused, Sanjay Jain, resold a property he had already sold to another individual, leading to his arrest after a complaint was filed.

Two Arrested In Delhi Crypto Scam: How Social Media Was Used

Two Arrested In Delhi Crypto Scam: How Social Media Was Used

Rediff.com1 Jun 2026

Two men have been arrested for allegedly cheating a 19-year-old Delhi resident of cryptocurrency worth around Rs 2 lakh after gaining unauthorised access to his crypto wallet through social media.

Karnataka Gang Rape: How Viral Video Led To Arrest Of 10 Accused

Karnataka Gang Rape: How Viral Video Led To Arrest Of 10 Accused

Rediff.com9 Jun 2026

A 41-year-old woman was allegedly drugged and gang-raped in Davangere, Karnataka, leading to the arrest of 10 individuals. The incident came to light after videos of the victim in an intoxicated state, recorded by the accused, went viral on WhatsApp. Police have registered an FIR under various sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita and the IT Act, with investigations ongoing.

12 Arrested In Connection With Karnataka Land Dispute Murders

12 Arrested In Connection With Karnataka Land Dispute Murders

Rediff.com1 Jun 2026

Police in Vijayapura, Karnataka, have arrested 12 people following a violent clash over a land dispute that resulted in the murder of six people, including four members of a family.

Two Arrested For Assaulting Tourists After Rishikesh Altercation

Two Arrested For Assaulting Tourists After Rishikesh Altercation

Rediff.com22 May 2026

Police in Rishikesh have arrested two men for allegedly assaulting tourists following a misunderstanding in the Kale Ki Dhal area. The arrests followed a complaint lodged by a tourist from Haryana, who reported that he and his friends were attacked after an argument with a local woman.

Tourists Arrested For Attacking Bus Driver In Shimla

Tourists Arrested For Attacking Bus Driver In Shimla

Rediff.com24 May 2026

Four tourists from Haryana were arrested for allegedly assaulting a bus driver in Shimla after he overtook their vehicles on the National Highway.

Karnataka Gang Rape: How Viral Video Led To Arrest Of 10 Accused

Karnataka Gang Rape: How Viral Video Led To Arrest Of 10 Accused

Rediff.com9 Jun 2026

A 41-year-old woman was allegedly drugged and gang-raped in Davangere, Karnataka, leading to the arrest of 10 individuals. The incident came to light after videos of the victim in an intoxicated state, recorded by the accused, went viral on WhatsApp. Police have registered an FIR under various sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita and the IT Act, with investigations ongoing.

Man killed, body cut into pieces; wife, lover held after 11 months

Man killed, body cut into pieces; wife, lover held after 11 months

Rediff.com14 Jul 2026

A year-long investigation into a missing 50-year-old man in Navi Mumbai has led to the arrest of his wife and her paramour for his ghastly murder. The duo allegedly strangled the victim, chopped his body into pieces, and dumped the remains in a forest after he discovered their extra-marital affair. The crime came to light after the victim's brother filed a missing person's complaint, leading to police interrogation and confession.

Man, Family Arrested For Harassing Woman In Uttar Pradesh

Man, Family Arrested For Harassing Woman In Uttar Pradesh

Rediff.com31 May 2026

Police in Meerut, Uttar Pradesh, have arrested a man and two family members for allegedly harassing and molesting a young woman, leading to her attempted suicide.

Delhi hotel fire: Cook arrested as probe points to safety lapses

Delhi hotel fire: Cook arrested as probe points to safety lapses

Rediff.com6 Jun 2026

Delhi Police have arrested the cook of a south Delhi hotel where a fire killed 21 people, alleging his negligence contributed to the blaze. The ongoing investigation is also scrutinising safety violations, unauthorised expansion, and the roles of the owner and an absconding associate in the tragedy.

Three Arrested For Haj Pilgrimage Fraud In Uttar Pradesh

Three Arrested For Haj Pilgrimage Fraud In Uttar Pradesh

Rediff.com27 May 2026

Police in Uttar Pradesh have arrested three individuals for allegedly defrauding several people by promising to arrange their Haj pilgrimage. The accused collected money but neither facilitated the pilgrimage nor returned the funds.

Jharkhand Police Recover Stolen Jain Idol, Arrest One

Jharkhand Police Recover Stolen Jain Idol, Arrest One

Rediff.com21 May 2026

Police in Jharkhand have recovered a nearly 100-year-old Ashtadhatu idol stolen from a Jain temple and arrested one person in connection with the theft. The idol, valued at Rs 50 lakh, was recovered within two hours of the theft.

Two Arrested As Fake Currency Racket Busted

Two Arrested As Fake Currency Racket Busted

Rediff.com28 May 2026

Police in Udham Singh Nagar have arrested two individuals and seized a significant amount of fake currency, uncovering a sophisticated operation involving counterfeit notes.