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Six Arrested After Sharp Weapon Attack in Solan, Himachal Pradesh

Six Arrested After Sharp Weapon Attack in Solan, Himachal Pradesh

Rediff.com29 Mar 2026

Six individuals have been arrested in Solan, Himachal Pradesh, following an attack with sharp-edged weapons that left three people injured. Police suspect the incident stemmed from an ongoing dispute between the parties involved.

Three killed, two hurt in US-Israeli air strike on Iran's Black Mountain

Three killed, two hurt in US-Israeli air strike on Iran's Black Mountain

Rediff.com5 Apr 2026

An air strike conducted by US and Israeli forces on the Black Mountain has resulted in the deaths of at least three individuals, Al Jazeera reported, citing Iranian state media.

Bombay High Court: Spouses Not Automatically Liable for Abetment in Marital Discord Suicides

Bombay High Court: Spouses Not Automatically Liable for Abetment in Marital Discord Suicides

Rediff.com4 Apr 2026

The Bombay High Court has ruled that marital discord alone is insufficient grounds to accuse a spouse of abetting suicide, emphasising the need for direct instigation or incitement.

Man kills younger brother over 'inappropriate gaze' at wife

Man kills younger brother over 'inappropriate gaze' at wife

Rediff.com18 Mar 2026

In a shocking incident in Mathura, a man allegedly murdered his brother following his wife's accusations of inappropriate behaviour, sparking a police investigation and raising concerns about domestic disputes.

IIT-Jodhpur Security Officer Injured in Attack; Suspects Detained

IIT-Jodhpur Security Officer Injured in Attack; Suspects Detained

Rediff.com13 Mar 2026

The security head of IIT-Jodhpur was injured in an attack, leading to the detention of several suspects. Police are investigating a possible link to a previous dispute over campus access.

UP Man Arrested for Firing Gun After ID Argument at Hotel

UP Man Arrested for Firing Gun After ID Argument at Hotel

Rediff.com2 Apr 2026

A man was arrested in Saharanpur, Uttar Pradesh, for allegedly firing a gun outside a hotel after arguing with staff over providing identification. The incident occurred after a group refused to provide ID when requesting a room.

Accused Granted Interim Protection in Delhi Rape Case Amid Investigation Gaps

Accused Granted Interim Protection in Delhi Rape Case Amid Investigation Gaps

Rediff.com18 Mar 2026

A Delhi court has granted interim protection from arrest to a man accused in a rape case, citing delays and gaps in the prosecution's case, and directed him to cooperate with the investigation.

National shooting coach booked under POCSO Act for assaulting minor

National shooting coach booked under POCSO Act for assaulting minor

Rediff.com8 Jan 2026

A prominent member of India's shooting coaching staff, Ankush Bhardwaj, has been accused of sexual harassment by a minor shooter.

Cleric Attacked in UP; Police Investigate

Cleric Attacked in UP; Police Investigate

Rediff.com8 Mar 2026

A cleric was allegedly assaulted in Muzaffarnagar, Uttar Pradesh, prompting a police investigation and condemnation from religious organisations.

MP Urges Centre to Enact Law Against Discrimination Towards North-Eastern Citizens

MP Urges Centre to Enact Law Against Discrimination Towards North-Eastern Citizens

Rediff.com9 Mar 2026

BJP MP Tapir Gao has called on the central government to enact a law to protect people from the northeast from discrimination and atrocities outside their home states, following an alleged assault on a Manipuri woman in Delhi.

Delhi Man Shot Dead Over Parking Row: How It Happened

Delhi Man Shot Dead Over Parking Row: How It Happened

Rediff.com20 Apr 2026

A man was shot dead in Delhi's Preet Vihar following a parking dispute with a neighbour. The incident has left his pregnant wife and family in mourning.

Delhi Police Nab Trio in Staged Robbery of 4 Million

Delhi Police Nab Trio in Staged Robbery of 4 Million

Rediff.com13 Apr 2026

Delhi Police have arrested a husband-wife duo and the woman's brother-in-law for allegedly staging a robbery of nearly 4 million in north Delhi. The servant of the complainant conspired with his wife and her brother-in-law to stage the robbery to repay debts.

'Dhurandhar' actor Nadeem Khan arrested for allegedly raping maid for 10 years

'Dhurandhar' actor Nadeem Khan arrested for allegedly raping maid for 10 years

Rediff.com26 Jan 2026

The actor promised the domestic help to marry her, and on that assurance, raped her on multiple occasions.

Man Kills Aunt in Jharkhand Over Constant Taunts, Police Say

Man Kills Aunt in Jharkhand Over Constant Taunts, Police Say

Rediff.com12 Apr 2026

A man in Jharkhand, India, has been arrested for murdering his aunt after allegedly being subjected to constant taunts and accusations of witchcraft. In a separate incident, two men were arrested for the death of their aunt following a dispute over medicinal plants.

SC demands answers from Ghaziabad police in child rape-murder case

SC demands answers from Ghaziabad police in child rape-murder case

Rediff.com10 Apr 2026

The Supreme Court has criticised the Ghaziabad police's investigation into the rape and murder of a four-year-old girl, summoning senior officials and demanding a court-monitored probe.

Conrad Sangma Urges Action After Northeast Residents Attacked in Delhi

Conrad Sangma Urges Action After Northeast Residents Attacked in Delhi

Rediff.com9 Mar 2026

Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma has condemned the alleged assault of two people from Manipur and Assam in Delhi, calling for stringent action against racial bullying.

Pilibhit Tiger Reserve: Forest Officials Attacked, Timber Smuggling Suspected

Pilibhit Tiger Reserve: Forest Officials Attacked, Timber Smuggling Suspected

Rediff.com6 Mar 2026

A forest department patrol team in the Pilibhit Tiger Reserve was allegedly attacked by suspected timber smugglers and villagers, resulting in injuries to five forest officials. Villagers have accused the forest department team of assault.

Kerala Opposition Leader Criticises CM Vijayan's Choice of Words and Government Spending

Kerala Opposition Leader Criticises CM Vijayan's Choice of Words and Government Spending

Rediff.com24 Mar 2026

Kerala's Leader of Opposition, V.D. Satheesan, has criticised Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan and CPI(M) leaders for their language and government spending on advertising.

UP Man and Family Accused of Illegal Triple Talaq and Dowry Demands

UP Man and Family Accused of Illegal Triple Talaq and Dowry Demands

Rediff.com8 Mar 2026

A man and seven family members in Bhadohi, Uttar Pradesh, have been charged with violating the triple talaq ban and harassing his wife for dowry, following a complaint filed by the woman.

UP Court Sentences Five to Life in 2001 Dalit Murder Case

UP Court Sentences Five to Life in 2001 Dalit Murder Case

Rediff.com27 Mar 2026

A court in Pratapgarh, Uttar Pradesh, has sentenced five individuals to life imprisonment for the murder of a Dalit man in 2001. The verdict was delivered after the court found the accused guilty based on presented evidence.

Congress Accuses Maharashtra Government of Misusing Machinery in Godman Case

Congress Accuses Maharashtra Government of Misusing Machinery in Godman Case

Rediff.com4 Apr 2026

The Maharashtra Congress has alleged that sensitive information related to the Ashok Kharat case is being leaked, questioning whether the state government is misusing its machinery to settle personal scores.

Bombay High Court Orders Trial in 2014 Custodial Death Case

Bombay High Court Orders Trial in 2014 Custodial Death Case

Rediff.com8 Apr 2026

The Bombay High Court has upheld a lower court's decision to frame murder charges against eight police officers in connection with the 2014 custodial death of Agnello Valdaris, citing inconsistencies in police records and evidence of custodial torture.

Keralam dental student's suicide sparks storm, college faculty under fire

Keralam dental student's suicide sparks storm, college faculty under fire

Rediff.com12 Apr 2026

Police in Kannur, Kerala, are investigating Kannur Dental College faculty after a first-year student died in a suspected suicide, with allegations of emotional harassment and discrimination.

Road Rage Incident Turns Fatal: Retired Brigadier Killed in Dehradun Crossfire

Road Rage Incident Turns Fatal: Retired Brigadier Killed in Dehradun Crossfire

Rediff.com30 Mar 2026

A retired Army brigadier was killed in Dehradun after being caught in crossfire during a road rage incident between two vehicles. Police are investigating the incident and searching for the suspects.

Bengal polls: Can BJP breach Mamata's southern stronghold this time?

Bengal polls: Can BJP breach Mamata's southern stronghold this time?

Rediff.com29 Apr 2026

West Bengal's final phase of assembly elections focuses on the TMC's southern stronghold, where the BJP aims to make inroads. The outcome will determine whether Mamata Banerjee's party retains its dominance or if the BJP can secure a path to power.

Muslim Youth Attacked While Preparing for 'Roza' Near Pune; Police Investigate

Muslim Youth Attacked While Preparing for 'Roza' Near Pune; Police Investigate

Rediff.com14 Mar 2026

A mob assaulted a group of Muslim youth preparing to break their Ramadan fast near Pune, resulting in injuries and multiple detentions by police.

Mob attacks UP temple priest over viral photo of eating non-veg food

Mob attacks UP temple priest over viral photo of eating non-veg food

Rediff.com10 Mar 2026

A temple priest in Kanpur was allegedly assaulted by a mob after a photograph purportedly showing him eating non-vegetarian food circulated on social media, triggering outrage among some local residents.

SRPF Jawan Murdered in Nagpur After Dispute Over Daughter's Boyfriend

SRPF Jawan Murdered in Nagpur After Dispute Over Daughter's Boyfriend

Rediff.com3 Apr 2026

A State Reserve Police Force (SRPF) jawan was allegedly killed by his daughter's boyfriend and his associates in Nagpur, leading to the arrest of five individuals.

Kolkata Man Arrested After Wife Found Hacked to Death

Kolkata Man Arrested After Wife Found Hacked to Death

Rediff.com29 Mar 2026

A man in Kolkata has been arrested for allegedly hacking his wife to death following a domestic dispute. The incident occurred in the Kasba area, and the couple's daughter witnessed the attack.

TMC-backed BLOs clash with police in Kolkata over voter list row

TMC-backed BLOs clash with police in Kolkata over voter list row

Rediff.com31 Mar 2026

Tension flared outside the Chief Electoral Officer's office in Kolkata following a confrontation between Trinamool Congress supporters and police over alleged voter list manipulation, with accusations of illegal voter enrolment from other states.

Road Rage Turns Deadly: Retired Brigadier Killed in Dehradun Crossfire

Road Rage Turns Deadly: Retired Brigadier Killed in Dehradun Crossfire

Rediff.com30 Mar 2026

A retired Army brigadier was killed in Dehradun after being caught in a crossfire between occupants of two cars following a road rage incident.

Pinarayi Vijayan Criticises BJP for Obstructing UDF Candidate's Campaign in Palakkad

Pinarayi Vijayan Criticises BJP for Obstructing UDF Candidate's Campaign in Palakkad

Rediff.com2 Apr 2026

The Congress-led UDF candidate in Palakkad, Ramesh Pisharody, was allegedly prevented from entering a BJP stronghold, leading to condemnation from various political figures, including Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan. The incident occurred during Pisharody's campaign tour, with BJP women workers blocking his path and raising slogans.

Key Member of Dhingra Gang Arrested in Delhi

Key Member of Dhingra Gang Arrested in Delhi

Rediff.com16 Mar 2026

Delhi Police have arrested Javed alias Kallu Dada, a 29-year-old member of the Sheikh Firoz alias Saiful alias Dhingra gang, who was wanted in connection with an armed assault case in Jahangir Puri.

SIT probing Kharat gets over 50 calls reporting crimes

SIT probing Kharat gets over 50 calls reporting crimes

Rediff.com27 Mar 2026

The Special Investigation Team (SIT) probing allegations against Ashok Kharat, a self-styled godman accused of rape, has received a surge of calls providing information and reporting alleged crimes after a public appeal.

Trinamool Congress Accuses BJP of Voter Fraud in West Bengal

Trinamool Congress Accuses BJP of Voter Fraud in West Bengal

Rediff.com31 Mar 2026

The Trinamool Congress (TMC) has accused the BJP of attempting to manipulate the upcoming West Bengal assembly elections by submitting a large number of Form 6 applications to illegally register voters from outside the state.

Maharashtra Sex Exploitation Case: Police Detain 10

Maharashtra Sex Exploitation Case: Police Detain 10

Rediff.com17 Apr 2026

Police in Maharashtra's Amravati district have detained 10 individuals for questioning in connection with a sexual exploitation case. Authorities have also taken down 41 social media accounts used to circulate explicit content of victims. Additionally, police personnel seen celebrating the birthday of the prime suspect have been suspended.

Maharashtra Driver Attacked After Dispute Over Roadside Stop

Maharashtra Driver Attacked After Dispute Over Roadside Stop

Rediff.com30 Mar 2026

A goods vehicle driver was brutally attacked and had his genitals severed after a roadside quarrel in Maharashtra's Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar district. Police are investigating the incident.

Why Delhi HC Quashed Rape Case Involving Minor

Why Delhi HC Quashed Rape Case Involving Minor

Rediff.com17 Apr 2026

The Delhi High Court has closed a rape and POCSO Act case against a man due to his consensual relationship with a minor, considering the impact on their young family.

Gurugram BPharma Student and Friend Brutally Beaten on Sohna Road

Gurugram BPharma Student and Friend Brutally Beaten on Sohna Road

Rediff.com25 Mar 2026

A BPharma student and his friend were brutally beaten on Sohna Road in Gurugram. Police have registered a case and are investigating five suspects.

Hathras Man Killed by Brothers, Nephew in Land Row

Hathras Man Killed by Brothers, Nephew in Land Row

Rediff.com20 Mar 2026

A 60-year-old man in Hathras, Uttar Pradesh, was allegedly beaten to death by his brothers and nephew over a land dispute. The victim, Bhimsen, was attacked while collecting fodder in his field. One arrest has been made, and police are searching for the other two suspects.