News for 'attempt to murder'

Juvenile found guilty of rape, murder of 60-year-old using iron rod

Juvenile found guilty of rape, murder of 60-year-old using iron rod

Rediff.com29 Oct 2025

The court said that the accused "inserted this metallic rod inside the private parts of the deceased so mercilessly that even the flesh/ body part separating vagina and anus also got torn." Further, the doctor had also opined that the injuries were sufficient to cause death, the court said.

Treat singers promoting gang culture as criminals: Haryana DGP

Treat singers promoting gang culture as criminals: Haryana DGP

Rediff.com23 Nov 2025

Haryana DGP O P Singh has directed police officers to treat singers who promote gang lifestyles through music and videos as criminals and take strict legal action against them. This directive comes as part of an ongoing effort to curb the promotion of gun culture and violence in the state.

Noida techie death: Car pulled out of pit after 3 days

Noida techie death: Car pulled out of pit after 3 days

Rediff.com20 Jan 2026

The car of a 27-year-old software engineer who died after his vehicle plunged into a water-filled pit in Noida has been recovered after a three-day operation.

Another Hindu man crushed to death in Bangladesh

Another Hindu man crushed to death in Bangladesh

Rediff.com17 Jan 2026

The UK government has condemned violence in Bangladesh and called for peaceful elections after reports of killings of Hindus and other religious minorities. Concerns were raised in the House of Commons, with calls for UK intervention to protect minorities.

'We Can't Trust The Manipur Government'

'We Can't Trust The Manipur Government'

Rediff.com10 Feb 2026

'Whether we like it or not, we have been separated by the Meiteis and therefore we have put up our demand for a separate administration in the form of a Union territory with legislature.' 'For us lasting peace is the achievement of our demand.'

Borussia Dortmund bomb suspect charged with attempted murder

Borussia Dortmund bomb suspect charged with attempted murder

Rediff.com29 Aug 2017

The 28-year old suspect, a dual German and Russian national identified as Sergei V., had bought options on the day of the attack entitling him to sell shares in Borussia Dortmund at a pre-determined price.

Noida techie death: Real estate firm director arrested

Noida techie death: Real estate firm director arrested

Rediff.com20 Jan 2026

Police on Tuesday arrested the director of a real estate group in connection with the death of a 27-year-old software engineer, whose car had plunged into a water-filled pit at a construction site in Noida's Sector 150, officials said.

Iran moves UNSC after Trump's appeal to protesters

Iran moves UNSC after Trump's appeal to protesters

Rediff.com14 Jan 2026

Iran has formally appealed to the United Nations Security Council and the UN Secretary-General, accusing the United States of inciting violence, interfering in Iran's internal affairs, and threatening military action, according to an official letter circulated by Iran's Permanent Mission to the UN.

Best Bollywood Movies 2026: Releases And Complete Movies List

Best Bollywood Movies 2026: Releases And Complete Movies List

Rediff.com5 Feb 2026

Here's a quick look at the Bollywood movies list of 2026. Lots of interesting titles and genres coming right up!

25-year-old Hindu youth burnt to death in Bangladesh

25-year-old Hindu youth burnt to death in Bangladesh

Rediff.com25 Jan 2026

He was sleeping in a garage when the fire broke out, and CCTV footage suggests foul play.

Smitten man has woman knocked down, poses as saviour

Smitten man has woman knocked down, poses as saviour

Rediff.com7 Jan 2026

A man in Kerala, India, was arrested after staging a scooter accident to injure his ex-girlfriend and then pose as her savior in an attempt to win her back.

US rights body urges Sri Lanka to prosecute war crime perpetrators

US rights body urges Sri Lanka to prosecute war crime perpetrators

Rediff.com15 Jan 2026

Human Rights Watch urges Sri Lanka to prosecute perpetrators of war crimes and crimes against humanity committed during the civil war, citing a UN report on sexual violence against Tamil civilians.

Out on bail, molestation accused sets victim's husband ablaze

Out on bail, molestation accused sets victim's husband ablaze

Rediff.com1 Jan 2026

A man in Maharashtra's Nanded district is fighting for his life after allegedly being set on fire by a molestation accused and his family members, following the accused's release on bail.

Chhattisgarh woman cop's clothes torn, 2 protesters held

Chhattisgarh woman cop's clothes torn, 2 protesters held

Rediff.com2 Jan 2026

A woman constable was assaulted and had her clothes torn during an anti-mining protest in Chhattisgarh's Raigarh district. Two men have been arrested in connection with the incident.

Charlie Kirk Murder: Jimmy Kimmel Show Off Air 'Indefinitely'

Charlie Kirk Murder: Jimmy Kimmel Show Off Air 'Indefinitely'

Rediff.com18 Sep 2025

Disney's ABC has taken Jimmy Kimmel's late-night talk show off air 'indefinitely' following backlash over the host's comments about the motives behind conservative commentator Charlie Kirk's killing.

Ready For Shah Rukh's King?

Ready For Shah Rukh's King?

Rediff.com7 Jan 2026

Coming up: The Ramayana, the Saiyara stars...

Pak woman held for attempted murder of US soldiers

Pak woman held for attempted murder of US soldiers

Rediff.com5 Aug 2008

Thirty-six year old Aafia Saddiqui, a neuroscientist trained in US, who was arrested in New York after being brought from Afghanistan on Monday evening, will be produced before a court on Wednesday, South District of New York Attorney Michael J Garcia said.

Mandala Murders Review: BALONEY!

Mandala Murders Review: BALONEY!

Rediff.com25 Jul 2025

There's an obvious attempt to startle with its gruesome imagery of severed heads skewered on chopped limbs and peeled-off faces but it's too tacky to elicit any real dread, observes Sukanya Verma.

Sporadic violence in Bangladesh ahead of Hasina verdict

Sporadic violence in Bangladesh ahead of Hasina verdict

Rediff.com17 Nov 2025

Sporadic violence erupts across Bangladesh as the nation awaits a special tribunal verdict against former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina in a case of alleged crimes against humanity. Security is heightened, and authorities are on high alert.

100 crore on this side won't watch silently if...., Suvendu warns B'desh

100 crore on this side won't watch silently if...., Suvendu warns B'desh

Rediff.com27 Dec 2025

Protests continue in Kolkata against attacks on minority Hindus in Bangladesh. BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari threatens a large-scale protest if the attacks are not stopped.

The Man The LTTE Couldn't Kill

The Man The LTTE Couldn't Kill

Rediff.com5 Jan 2026

The Tigers refused to forgive Douglas Devananda and tried to assassinate him repeatedly. He later said: "(LTTE chief Velupillai) Prabhakaran cannot kill me." Destiny proved him right.

BJP woman worker alleges cops disrobed her during arrest in K'taka

BJP woman worker alleges cops disrobed her during arrest in K'taka

Rediff.com7 Jan 2026

A controversy has erupted in Karnataka following allegations that the police disrobed a BJP woman functionary while arresting her in connection with an attack on government officials. Police deny the charge, claiming the woman disrobed herself and attacked the officers.

Freedom At Midnight 2 Review: Terrifying History Reminder

Freedom At Midnight 2 Review: Terrifying History Reminder

Rediff.com9 Jan 2026

Whether Freedom At Midnight 2 has a political agenda, a bias or two will be read into it, depending on the affiliation of who is watching, notes Deepa Gahlot.

Was Maduro's Capture A Warning Shot To China?

Was Maduro's Capture A Warning Shot To China?

Rediff.com24 Jan 2026

China has made serious inroads into Latin America, which the US may now be hinting is simply not ok: Stay in your lane, Xi! In simple terms, China will no longer have access to Venezuelan oil, points out Rajeev Srinivasan.

5 minor madrasa students murder boy, dump body in septic tank in Odisha

5 minor madrasa students murder boy, dump body in septic tank in Odisha

Rediff.com7 Sep 2025

The incident occurred on September 2 at a madrasa located within the Ranpur police station limits of Nayagarh district.

Noida dowry murder: 'Vipin didn't like Nikki's social media activity'

Noida dowry murder: 'Vipin didn't like Nikki's social media activity'

Rediff.com25 Aug 2025

Police investigate the alleged murder of Nikki Bhati over dowry demands, with neighbors claiming disputes over her social media activity.

Delhi e-rickshaw driver murders wife over reels, tries to end life

Delhi e-rickshaw driver murders wife over reels, tries to end life

Rediff.com3 Sep 2025

A man in Delhi allegedly killed his wife following frequent arguments about her social media activity and then attempted suicide. Police are investigating the case.

Drunk passenger pushes woman off speeding train in Kerala; arrested

Drunk passenger pushes woman off speeding train in Kerala; arrested

Rediff.com4 Nov 2025

The health condition of a 19-year-old woman who suffered serious injuries after being pushed out of a moving train by a drunk passenger near Varkala in Thiruvananthapuram district remains critical, hospital authorities said on Monday.

Now, Watch Kaantha On OTT

Now, Watch Kaantha On OTT

Rediff.com12 Dec 2025

Vampires, murders, superheroes and romantic reunions galore, it's quite a package of emotions on OTT this week.

FBI offers $50,000 reward for Indian who killed woman, son

FBI offers $50,000 reward for Indian who killed woman, son

Rediff.com3 Dec 2025

The FBI is offering a reward for information about an Indian national wanted in connection with the 2017 murder of an Indian woman and her son in New Jersey. US authorities are urging India to extradite the suspect, Nazeer Hameed.

About 50% turnout in Maha civic polls; 41% polling in BMC

About 50% turnout in Maha civic polls; 41% polling in BMC

Rediff.com15 Jan 2026

A BMC spokesperson said the average voter turnout stood at 29.96 per cent till 1.30 pm in the metropolis, which has more than 1 crore eligible electors.

Man acquitted in 1993 Mumbai riots case due to lack of evidence

Man acquitted in 1993 Mumbai riots case due to lack of evidence

Rediff.com11 Dec 2025

A court in Mumbai acquitted a 53-year-old man in a 1993 riots case, citing the prosecution's failure to prove his participation in the violence that followed the demolition of the Babri Masjid.

Golden Globes 2026: Meet The Winners!

Golden Globes 2026: Meet The Winners!

Rediff.com12 Jan 2026

Just who are the big winners of the 83rd edition of Golden Globes awards?

Honeymoon murder: Sonam's lover used fake name to talk to her before murder

Honeymoon murder: Sonam's lover used fake name to talk to her before murder

Rediff.com19 Jun 2025

He said that the police launched a search operation in Indore to find the whereabouts of Verma whose phone remained switched off.

Woman lawyer disrupts CJI's courtroom, escorted out

Woman lawyer disrupts CJI's courtroom, escorted out

Rediff.com3 Dec 2025

A woman lawyer was escorted out of the Chief Justice of India's courtroom after disrupting proceedings by persistently raising an unlisted case despite directions to stop by the bench.

Two shooters among 5 charged in Salman Khan home firing case

Two shooters among 5 charged in Salman Khan home firing case

Rediff.com27 Nov 2025

A special MCOCA court in Mumbai has framed charges against five individuals, including the alleged shooters, in connection with the 2024 firing incident at Salman Khan's residence. The trial will commence following the framing of charges.

Two shooters among 5 charged in Salman Khan home firing case

Two shooters among 5 charged in Salman Khan home firing case

Rediff.com26 Nov 2025

A special MCOCA court in Mumbai has framed charges against five individuals, including the alleged shooters, in connection with the 2024 firing incident at Salman Khan's residence. The trial will commence following the framing of charges.

Goa nightclub fire: Luthra brothers detained in Thailand

Goa nightclub fire: Luthra brothers detained in Thailand

Rediff.com11 Dec 2025

The owners of a Goa nightclub, where a fire claimed 25 lives, have been detained in Phuket, Thailand, after fleeing India. An Interpol Blue Corner Notice was issued at the request of the Indian government.

Noida dowry murder case takes a new turn with fresh videos

Noida dowry murder case takes a new turn with fresh videos

Rediff.com27 Aug 2025

The investigation into the suspected dowry death of Nikki Bhati has taken a new turn after the recovery of an inflammable substance from her room and the emergence of fresh video clips, prompting police to revisit the timeline of the August 21 incident.

Himachal ragging death: Asst prof suspended; NCW, UGC order probe

Himachal ragging death: Asst prof suspended; NCW, UGC order probe

Rediff.com3 Jan 2026

As outrage mounted over the death of a 19-year-old Dalit student, the Himachal Pradesh government on Saturday suspended an assistant professor booked on charges of sexually harassing her and announced an inquiry into allegations, including those of ragging and cast related abuse of the victim, while the University Grants Commission also set up a fact-finding committee.