News for 'attempted murder'

How tattoos on victim's body helped police crack Delhi murder mystery

How tattoos on victim's body helped police crack Delhi murder mystery

Rediff.com6 Jul 2026

Delhi Police successfully cracked a revenge murder case by identifying the victim through his tattoos, despite severe facial mutilation. Three accused, who had evaded arrest across multiple states for over six weeks, were apprehended. The murder was planned to avenge an earlier assault on one of the accused's brothers.

Business Rivalry Led To Kurukshetra Mining Contractor Attack

Business Rivalry Led To Kurukshetra Mining Contractor Attack

Rediff.com4 Jun 2026

Four individuals, including the alleged mastermind, have been arrested in connection with the attempted murder of mining contractor Sunil Bhatia in Shahabad, Kurukshetra. Police investigations reveal the attack stemmed from a long-standing business rivalry and involved a pre-planned conspiracy with hired assailants who conducted extensive surveillance before shooting Bhatia on May 31.

Delhi Man Murders Friend For Slapping Him During Cannabis Session

Delhi Man Murders Friend For Slapping Him During Cannabis Session

Rediff.com11 Jun 2026

A 27-year-old man has been arrested in northeast Delhi for allegedly murdering his friend. The motive behind the crime was revenge for being slapped during an argument while the two were consuming cannabis. The accused, Shifayat, attacked Azharuddin with a stone after an initial altercation.

Accountant Injured In Shooting At Uttar Pradesh Cement Plant

Accountant Injured In Shooting At Uttar Pradesh Cement Plant

Rediff.com23 Apr 2026

An accountant at a private cement plant in Uttar Pradesh was shot and injured by unidentified assailants. Police are investigating the attempted murder and the motive remains unknown.

Hotel staffer stabbed over 'salty' biryani, 2 juveniles held

Hotel staffer stabbed over 'salty' biryani, 2 juveniles held

Rediff.com24 Aug 2026

Two juveniles, aged 14 and 15, have been apprehended in northeast Delhi's Welcome area after a complaint about food taste at a hotel allegedly escalated into a stabbing incident. A 25-year-old hotel worker was attacked with a knife-like object. Police registered an FIR and recovered the weapon, a vegetable-cutting knife.

Delhi murder: Doctor stabbed domestic help with cricket bat, gupti

Delhi murder: Doctor stabbed domestic help with cricket bat, gupti

Rediff.com20 Jun 2026

A dermatologist in Delhi's Mount Kailash area allegedly murdered his long-term househelp using a cricket bat and a dagger. Police are investigating the role of the accused's psychiatric disorders and a perceived emotional neglect as potential motives, as the doctor surrendered calmly after the incident.

'Why should I even respond?' Aaditya Thackeray on Disha Salian case

'Why should I even respond?' Aaditya Thackeray on Disha Salian case

Rediff.com3 Sep 2026

Shiv Sena-Uddhav Balasaheb Thackeray leader Aaditya Thackeray on Thursday dismissed the Bombay High Court's directive to the Central Bureau of Investigation to register an FIR in the Disha Salian death case, accusing the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) of running a smear campaign against him for the last six years.

How Thane Police Unravelled Bhayander Murder

How Thane Police Unravelled Bhayander Murder

Rediff.com8 Jun 2026

Police in Thane district arrested two adults and detained a minor for the murder of a 25-year-old man whose body was found burnt and decomposed. The suspects were identified quickly through technical analysis and CCTV footage, with investigations revealing an old grudge as the motive.

Indian student kills girlfriend in US, arrested in Germany

Indian student kills girlfriend in US, arrested in Germany

Rediff.com10 Aug 2026

Batchigari is accused of first-degree murder and kidnapping, having allegedly stolen Salazar's phone and credit cards and sent deceptive texts to her mother to conceal the crime.

Bengaluru Woman Kills Her Two Children, Attempts Suicide

Bengaluru Woman Kills Her Two Children, Attempts Suicide

Rediff.com3 May 2026

A woman in Bengaluru allegedly killed her two children and attempted suicide after a domestic dispute with her husband. The children were declared dead at the hospital, and the woman is in critical condition. Police are investigating the incident as a case of murder and attempted suicide.

Three Juveniles Held Over Delhi Stabbing: What We Know

Three Juveniles Held Over Delhi Stabbing: What We Know

Rediff.com8 May 2026

Three juveniles have been apprehended in connection with an attempted murder case in the Swaroop Nagar area of outer north Delhi, police said.

Hyderabad Police Nab Delivery Riders In Brutal Murder Case

Hyderabad Police Nab Delivery Riders In Brutal Murder Case

Rediff.com8 Jun 2026

Two delivery riders have been arrested in Hyderabad for allegedly murdering a 38-year-old mason from Madhya Pradesh during a robbery attempt. The accused confessed to killing the victim after he resisted their attempt to steal his mobile phone and money.

100+ questions, shown viral videos: Delhi police grills 'Hindutva influencer'

100+ questions, shown viral videos: Delhi police grills 'Hindutva influencer'

Rediff.com7 Sep 2026

Self-proclaimed Hindutva influencer Swatantra Bhardwaj was questioned by Delhi Police during his remand in connection with an alleged assault on a student activist's father at Jantar Mantar. Bhardwaj, who showed no remorse, was confronted with his viral videos. The case now includes charges under the SC/ST Act and POCSO Act, following outrage and further complaints.

Uncle Arrested After Police Encounter In UP Murder Case

Uncle Arrested After Police Encounter In UP Murder Case

Rediff.com18 May 2026

A man was arrested after an encounter with police in connection with the murder of his eight-year-old niece in Bahraich district, Uttar Pradesh. The accused, Arun Kumar, was attempting to flee to Nepal when he was apprehended. He allegedly confessed to the crime and was shot in the leg during an attempt to escape from police custody.

Delhi Court Acquits Man As Key Witnesses Turn Hostile

Delhi Court Acquits Man As Key Witnesses Turn Hostile

Rediff.com5 Jun 2026

A Delhi court has acquitted Raj Kohli, accused of attempting to murder his ex-wife, Muskan, after the prosecution failed to present sufficient evidence. The complainant and key witnesses, including Muskan's family, turned hostile, leading to the court's decision that the charges could not be proven.

Swatantra Bhardwaj sent to one-day judicial custody

Swatantra Bhardwaj sent to one-day judicial custody

Rediff.com6 Sep 2026

Hindutva influencer Swatantra Bhardwaj has been remanded to one-day judicial custody by a Delhi court in connection with the alleged assault on the father of a student activist during a protest at Jantar Mantar. The Delhi Police have added charges under the SC/ST (Prevention of Atrocities) Act and criminal intimidation, along with a POCSO case, following his detention and previous claims of "cracking the skull" of the activist's father.

J-K Cop Kills Wife In Rage, Attempts Suicide

J-K Cop Kills Wife In Rage, Attempts Suicide

Rediff.com16 May 2026

A police officer in Jammu and Kashmir's Kupwara district allegedly shot his wife dead in a fit of rage before attempting suicide, according to officials.

Priest Murdered For Objecting To Drinking On Temple Premises

Priest Murdered For Objecting To Drinking On Temple Premises

Rediff.com13 Jun 2026

A 40-year-old priest in Muzaffarnagar was allegedly beaten to death by two men after he objected to them drinking alcohol on temple premises. Police have arrested the two accused, Aniket and Arun, following an encounter where they sustained gunshot injuries.

Why Thane Court Acquitted Couple In 1989 Acid Attack Case

Why Thane Court Acquitted Couple In 1989 Acid Attack Case

Rediff.com27 May 2026

A Thane court acquitted a couple in a 37-year-old attempted murder case, citing prolonged delays, lost witnesses, and damaged documents.

Why Thane Court Acquitted Couple In 1989 Acid Attack Case

Why Thane Court Acquitted Couple In 1989 Acid Attack Case

Rediff.com27 May 2026

A Thane court acquitted a couple in a 37-year-old attempted murder case, citing prolonged delays, lost witnesses, and damaged documents.

'Hindutva Influencer' Swatantra Bhardwaj sent to 1-day police custody

'Hindutva Influencer' Swatantra Bhardwaj sent to 1-day police custody

Rediff.com5 Sep 2026

Hindutva influencer Swatantra Bhardwaj has been remanded to one-day police custody by a Delhi court judge, facing charges under the SC/ST (Prevention of Atrocities) Act, criminal intimidation, and the POCSO Act following allegations of assault and online harassment.

No Indian link to Nijjar murder, says Canadian police, refutes Trudeau's claim

No Indian link to Nijjar murder, says Canadian police, refutes Trudeau's claim

Rediff.com9 Jul 2026

Canadian police have found no evidence linking Indian government officials to the 2023 killing of Sikh separatist Hardeep Singh Nijjar, directly contradicting earlier allegations by former Prime Minister Justin Trudeau that strained bilateral ties.

Interstate Probe Uncovers Haryana Woman's Murder

Interstate Probe Uncovers Haryana Woman's Murder

Rediff.com14 May 2026

Police in Haryana and Himachal Pradesh have solved the murder of a 32-year-old woman from Ambala, whose partially-burnt body was found in a forest in Sirmaur district. The accused, a married man, has confessed to the crime, revealing a premeditated plan to dispose of the body after poisoning the victim.

Hyderabad Advocate Murder: Special Teams Investigate

Hyderabad Advocate Murder: Special Teams Investigate

Rediff.com27 May 2026

Special teams have been formed to investigate the murder of an advocate in Hyderabad, who was killed by an SUV outside his home. Police are questioning multiple people and analysing CCTV footage and call data records. The victim's son alleges the murder is linked to his father's work fighting against encroachment of waqf properties.

How Dehradun Police Solved Businessman's Murder Case

How Dehradun Police Solved Businessman's Murder Case

Rediff.com21 May 2026

Dehradun Police have arrested a sharpshooter from Uttar Pradesh for the murder of a local businessman in Rajpur last year. The murder was orchestrated due to a property dispute between the victim and his stepbrother.

Supreme Court upholds bail for Sonam Raghuvanshi in honeymoon murder case

Supreme Court upholds bail for Sonam Raghuvanshi in honeymoon murder case

Rediff.com3 Jul 2026

The Supreme Court has declined to stay the Meghalaya High Court's order granting bail to Sonam Raghuvanshi, accused of murdering her husband during their honeymoon. Despite the state's plea citing serious allegations, the apex court noted her release and compliance with bail conditions, scheduling further hearing post-reopening.

Lucknow Woman Murdered By Boyfriend Over Pregnancy, Body Found In Forest

Lucknow Woman Murdered By Boyfriend Over Pregnancy, Body Found In Forest

Rediff.com6 Jun 2026

A 19-year-old woman was allegedly murdered by her boyfriend in Uttar Pradesh after she became pregnant. Her skeletal remains were found in a forest near Lucknow. The accused has been arrested and was injured in an alleged encounter while attempting to escape police custody.

Ketan suspected Siya had an affair, questioned family: Police

Ketan suspected Siya had an affair, questioned family: Police

Rediff.com30 Jun 2026

Police investigating the murder of Pune-based realtor Ketan Agarwal have revealed that the victim had expressed suspicions to his family about his fiancee, Siya Goyal, being in a relationship with another man, Chetan Chaudhary. Agarwal was allegedly pushed to his death from Lohagad Fort by Goyal and Chaudhary, who are now in police custody. The victim had previously voiced concerns about Goyal's behaviour and her frequent mentions of Chaudhary.

Call records reveal how fiancee planned Ketan Agarwal's murder

Call records reveal how fiancee planned Ketan Agarwal's murder

Rediff.com25 Jun 2026

Pune police have revealed that Ketan Agarwal's fiancee, Siya Goyal, and her lover, Chetan Chaudhary, exchanged 2,004 calls and spent 238 hours on the phone in the six months leading up to Agarwal's alleged murder at Lohagad Fort, suggesting extensive planning for the crime.

Accused In Delhi Double Murder Held After Police Encounter

Accused In Delhi Double Murder Held After Police Encounter

Rediff.com23 May 2026

The main suspect in the double murder of a woman and her teenage son in Delhi's Govindpuri has been arrested after a brief exchange of fire with the police. The accused, Saurabh, sustained a leg injury during the encounter.

Haryana, Himachal Police Recreate Tutor's Murder Scene

Haryana, Himachal Police Recreate Tutor's Murder Scene

Rediff.com15 May 2026

Haryana and Himachal Pradesh police teams recreate the murder of an Ambala tutor in a Himachal forest, with the accused taken to the scene where he allegedly tried to burn the body.

Delhi Police Arrest Murder Accused After Exchange Of Fire

Delhi Police Arrest Murder Accused After Exchange Of Fire

Rediff.com6 Jun 2026

An absconding murder accused, Rihan, was arrested in northeast Delhi's Welcome area after a brief exchange of fire with police. Rihan, who was wanted in a murder case and involved in six other criminal cases, fired at police officers before being shot in the leg and apprehended. A pistol and ammunition were recovered, and Rihan admitted his involvement in the murder due to a dispute.

Beed Police Uncover Murder Staged As Road Accident

Beed Police Uncover Murder Staged As Road Accident

Rediff.com5 Jun 2026

Police in Beed district have arrested two individuals for the murder of a man, Kiran Bandu Sonawane, which they initially attempted to disguise as a road accident. The investigation involved analysing crime scene evidence, call records, and CCTV footage to uncover the truth and apprehend the suspects.

Delhi cabbie who killed 11-yr-old says he was 'looking for sex'

Delhi cabbie who killed 11-yr-old says he was 'looking for sex'

Rediff.com25 Jun 2026

A cab driver in Delhi has allegedly confessed to kidnapping and murdering an 11-year-old girl, whom he abducted from a pavement while she slept with her family. The accused, Bashu Kumar Singh, reportedly killed the child after an attempted sexual assault failed due to erectile dysfunction, dumping her body near the Faridabad-Gurugram border.

Wife, Lover Arrested For Husband's Murder In Beed

Wife, Lover Arrested For Husband's Murder In Beed

Rediff.com9 Jun 2026

Beed Police have arrested a woman, her lover, and another accomplice for allegedly conspiring to murder her husband and stage it as a road accident. The victim, Kiran Sonwane, was found strangled, leading to an investigation that uncovered a plot driven by domestic abuse and an extramarital affair.

App Cab Driver In Thane Sent To Judicial Custody For Senior Citizen Assault

App Cab Driver In Thane Sent To Judicial Custody For Senior Citizen Assault

Rediff.com12 Jun 2026

An app cab driver, Nishant Dhar Shukla, has been remanded to 14-day judicial custody in Thane for brutally assaulting a 70-year-old man, Sarosh Dastur, who objected to him spitting on the road. The incident, captured on video, sparked widespread outrage and prompted official intervention.

Kerala Teen Stabbed For Giving Chocolate To Girl

Kerala Teen Stabbed For Giving Chocolate To Girl

Rediff.com2 May 2026

A 17-year-old boy in Kerala was allegedly stabbed by a friend and another person for giving a chocolate to the friend's sister, police said.

Before Haiwaan, Priyadarshan's Serious Hindi Dramas, Ranked

Before Haiwaan, Priyadarshan's Serious Hindi Dramas, Ranked

Rediff.com9 Sep 2026

From Virasat and Gardish to Tezz and Rangrezz, here's a look at Priyadarshan's serious side of Bollywood, ahead of his new movie Haiwaan.

Delhi Watchman Killing: Police Investigate Planned Murder

Delhi Watchman Killing: Police Investigate Planned Murder

Rediff.com27 May 2026

Police in Delhi suspect the killing of a 60-year-old watchman was a planned murder, not a spontaneous act of road rage. The victim was repeatedly run over by an SUV with no number plate, and investigators are exploring possible motives including attempted theft and previous enmity.

CBI repatriates cybercrime kingpin, murder accused from Thailand, Georgia

CBI repatriates cybercrime kingpin, murder accused from Thailand, Georgia

Rediff.com12 Jun 2026

The CBI successfully coordinated the repatriation of Ganesh Balaso Kale, a cybercrime suspect from Thailand, and Vainket Garg, wanted for murder and other offences, from Georgia, demonstrating effective international law enforcement cooperation.