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Delhi Cab Driver Arrested For Stealing Passenger's Belongings

Delhi Cab Driver Arrested For Stealing Passenger's Belongings

Rediff.com24 May 2026

A 31-year-old cab driver was arrested for allegedly fleeing with a woman passenger's luggage and personal belongings after dropping her near Delhi's Gurudwara Bangla Sahib, police said.

Delhi Trio Held For Cab Driver Robbery, Extortion

Delhi Trio Held For Cab Driver Robbery, Extortion

Rediff.com23 Apr 2026

Delhi Police have arrested three men for allegedly robbing a cab driver at knifepoint, assaulting him with a beer bottle, and demanding money for the vehicle's return.

Outrage After Cab Driver Assaults Senior Citizen For Objecting To Spitting

Outrage After Cab Driver Assaults Senior Citizen For Objecting To Spitting

Rediff.com11 Jun 2026

An aggregator cab driver in Thane, Maharashtra, has been arrested for brutally assaulting a 70-year-old man who objected to him spitting in public. The incident, captured on video and widely shared, led to public outrage and intervention from state political leaders, resulting in the driver's arrest and charges including attempted murder.

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.

3 J-K men with Jaish links held for Mohali cab driver's murder

3 J-K men with Jaish links held for Mohali cab driver's murder

Rediff.com2 Sep 2025

Punjab Police arrested three men from Jammu and Kashmir, uncovering a Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM) linked terror module in connection with the murder of a cab driver. The accused confessed to the crime and the victim's body and the weapon used were recovered.

Minor girl raped and murdered after kidnapping from footpath in Delhi

Minor girl raped and murdered after kidnapping from footpath in Delhi

Rediff.com7 days ago

An 11-year-old girl was allegedly kidnapped while sleeping beside her family on a pavement, raped and murdered in south Delhi's Mehrauli area, an official said on Tuesday.

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.com5 days ago

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.

Mephedrone Lab Busted In Gujarat, Mumbai Police Seize Rs 75 Crore Worth Of Drugs

Mephedrone Lab Busted In Gujarat, Mumbai Police Seize Rs 75 Crore Worth Of Drugs

Rediff.com2 Jun 2026

Mumbai Police busted a mephedrone (MD) manufacturing unit in Gujarat's Narmada district, seizing narcotics, chemicals, and equipment worth approximately Rs 75 crore. The operation followed the arrest of a cab driver in Mumbai, leading to the apprehension of a supplier and the subsequent raid on the Gujarat facility.

App cab, auto drivers hold 1-day strike over fare policy, bike taxis

App cab, auto drivers hold 1-day strike over fare policy, bike taxis

Rediff.com8 Feb 2026

The union alleges financial hardship due to the state government's authorization of panic button device providers.

US 'deeply disturbed' over attack on Sikh cab driver

US 'deeply disturbed' over attack on Sikh cab driver

Rediff.com9 Jan 2022

The Sikh taxi driver was assaulted by an unidentified man, who knocked off his turban and also used expletives against him.

Bail Denied for Teen Driver in Dwarka Fatal Crash

Bail Denied for Teen Driver in Dwarka Fatal Crash

Rediff.com9 Apr 2026

A Juvenile Justice Board in Delhi has denied bail to a 17-year-old accused of causing a fatal crash in Dwarka while driving a speeding SUV, citing concerns for his safety and public order.

Gurugram woman threatens cabbie with molestation case over fare

Gurugram woman threatens cabbie with molestation case over fare

Rediff.com7 Jan 2026

A woman in Gurugram literally took a cab driver for a ride when she refused to pay the fare after an hours-long drive and threatened him with police action, authorities said.

Taxi Drivers Accused Of Harassing Girl After Gurugram Car Crash

Taxi Drivers Accused Of Harassing Girl After Gurugram Car Crash

Rediff.com8 May 2026

Following a collision between a private car and a cab on Sohna Road in Gurugram, a group of taxi drivers allegedly harassed a girl travelling in the car and assaulted its driver. The girl's mother claimed that even after police arrived, they failed to take action, and the victim was forced to reach a compromise.

Bengaluru: Uber cab driver booked for misbehaving with female passenger

Bengaluru: Uber cab driver booked for misbehaving with female passenger

Rediff.com24 Mar 2016

In yet another blow for cab service provider Uber, a case has been registered against one of its drivers for misbehaving with a female passenger.

Speeding BEST bus rams into cars and bikes in Mumbai, 1 died, 3 injured

Speeding BEST bus rams into cars and bikes in Mumbai, 1 died, 3 injured

Rediff.com8 Jun 2026

A speeding BEST bus in Mumbai's Dadar area collided with multiple vehicles, including cars and motorbikes, injuring at least four people. The bus driver reportedly lost control, leading to traffic disruptions and the driver's detention.

Speeding BEST Bus Collides With Multiple Vehicles In Dadar, Four Injured

Speeding BEST Bus Collides With Multiple Vehicles In Dadar, Four Injured

Rediff.com8 Jun 2026

A speeding BEST bus in Mumbai's Dadar area collided with multiple vehicles, including cars and motorbikes, injuring at least four people. The bus driver reportedly lost control, leading to traffic disruptions and the driver's detention.

Speeding BEST Bus Causes Fatal Accident In Dadar

Speeding BEST Bus Causes Fatal Accident In Dadar

Rediff.com8 Jun 2026

A speeding BEST bus in Mumbai's Dadar area collided with multiple vehicles, resulting in one fatality and three injuries. The bus driver reportedly lost control, leading to a chaotic scene and traffic disruptions.

B'luru BPO staffer's murder: Cab driver convicted

B'luru BPO staffer's murder: Cab driver convicted

Rediff.com6 Oct 2010

A fast-track court Bengaluru court on Wednesday convicted cab driver Shivakumar in the case pertaining to the rape and murder of BPO employee Pratibha Srikantha Murthy

Five Arrested In Delhi Goldsmith Robbery Case

Five Arrested In Delhi Goldsmith Robbery Case

Rediff.com15 May 2026

Delhi Police have arrested five people for robbing a goldsmith of jewellery and cash at gunpoint in east Delhi. The police recovered 21 stolen gold chains weighing around 250 grams from the accused.

BEST bus strike: Mumbaikars continue to struggle for 2nd day

BEST bus strike: Mumbaikars continue to struggle for 2nd day

Rediff.com20 Jun 2026

BEST employees continued their strike in Mumbai for a second day, causing significant disruption to public transport despite appeals from the Maharashtra Transport Minister and the invocation of MESMA. Commuters were forced to rely on alternative, overcrowded transport options, while the striking unions maintained their demands for budget merger, improved pay, and absorption of contractual workers.

Overhearing talk about CAA protest, cab driver summons cops

Overhearing talk about CAA protest, cab driver summons cops

Rediff.com6 Feb 2020

Secretary of the All India Progressive Women's Association Kavita Krishnan tweeted about the incident, allegedly involving poet Bappadittya Sarkar on Thursday.

Delhi: Ola cab driver arrested for allegedly molesting Belgian woman

Delhi: Ola cab driver arrested for allegedly molesting Belgian woman

Rediff.com8 May 2016

After stepping out of the cab near South East Delhi's C R Park area, she informed the police about the incident at around 10 pm, the police said.

Couple, minor son held for killing DU prof over Bengal property

Couple, minor son held for killing DU prof over Bengal property

Rediff.com7 Jun 2026

Debosmita Paul, an assistant professor at Shivaji College, was found dead in her flat at Satyam Apartments in east Delhi's Vasundhara Enclave on June 3.

Indian cab driver arrested on charges of rape in US

Indian cab driver arrested on charges of rape in US

Rediff.com11 Jan 2012

An Indian cab driver in New York has been arrested on charges that he raped and robbed a 26-year-old passenger in his taxi last year.

Cab driver who knocked down ex-Intel India head says he dozed off

Cab driver who knocked down ex-Intel India head says he dozed off

Rediff.com1 Mar 2024

The driver of the cab that fatally knocked down former Intel India country head Avtar Saini in Maharashtra's Navi Mumbai, has told the police that he lost control over the vehicle as he dozed off because he was driving all night, an official said on Friday.

SIT formed to probe activities of Al Falah University

SIT formed to probe activities of Al Falah University

Rediff.com20 Nov 2025

While multiple agencies are currently probing the car blast in Delhi and the recently busted white collar terror module spread across at least three states, Faridabad Police has formed a separate Special Investigation Team to look into the activities of Al Falah University, several of whose doctors were arrested in connection with the high profile case.

Cab driver reveals details of Harry, Meghan car chase

Cab driver reveals details of Harry, Meghan car chase

Rediff.com18 May 2023

Prince Harry and his wife Meghan were 'pretty nervous' as they were chased by paparazzi in New York, according to an Indian-American cab driver who drove the couple for about 10 minutes after picking them up at a police station in Manhattan.

Uber cab driver shot dead by juvenile in west Delhi

Uber cab driver shot dead by juvenile in west Delhi

Rediff.com8 Apr 2016

A 51-year-old Uber cab driver was murdered allegedly by two juvenile passengers who dumped his body at an open field in west Delhi's Mundka area, the police said on Friday.

Bengaluru cab drivers up the ante against Uber, Ola

Bengaluru cab drivers up the ante against Uber, Ola

Rediff.com10 Mar 2017

JD(S) will help them build a competing app, which, will work on a cooperative model, where drivers will own the app and will decide prices which the customers will have to pay

Not allowed to...: Mumbai tourist alleges harassment by Munnar taxi drivers

Not allowed to...: Mumbai tourist alleges harassment by Munnar taxi drivers

Rediff.com3 Nov 2025

The tourist, identified as Janvi, an assistant professor, posted a three-minute video on her social media account detailing how she was allegedly harassed by local taxi drivers when she tried to travel by an online cab.

African couple found dead in each other's arms in Delhi hotel fire

African couple found dead in each other's arms in Delhi hotel fire

Rediff.com4 Jun 2026

An African couple undergoing IVF treatment in Delhi were found dead in each other's arms after a devastating fire at a Malviya Nagar hotel claimed their lives along with 19 others. Rescuers described the scene as a profound symbol of love, with the couple embracing in their final moments.

Delhi Police Arrest Robbery Accused After 14 Years On The Run

Delhi Police Arrest Robbery Accused After 14 Years On The Run

Rediff.com23 Apr 2026

Delhi Police have arrested a rewardee and proclaimed offender who had been evading capture for 14 years in connection with a 2012 robbery-cum-abduction case in Dwarka South.

The Ladakh Cheese That Won The World!

The Ladakh Cheese That Won The World!

Rediff.com3 Jun 2026

The amazing story of how a little known cheese from Ladakh stunned the world!

MDMA Drug Supply Module Busted In Delhi; Two Arrested

MDMA Drug Supply Module Busted In Delhi; Two Arrested

Rediff.com17 Apr 2026

Delhi Police have dismantled an MDMA (ecstasy) supply module operating in south Delhi, arresting two men and recovering a commercial quantity of the synthetic drug.

Strikes Shake India's Gig Economy

Strikes Shake India's Gig Economy

Rediff.com21 Feb 2026

Two of the three strikes are related to the gig economy, a centrepiece of the new labour Codes.

Uber cab driver jailed earlier in a rape case

Uber cab driver jailed earlier in a rape case

Rediff.com8 Dec 2014

The 32-year-old cabbie, who allegedly raped an executive on Friday night, would not have been behind the wheel of the Uber taxi had the United States-based company run a background check and conducted a police verification, as he had earlier been jailed too in a rape case.

Al Falah varsity terror link goes back to 2008: Sources

Al Falah varsity terror link goes back to 2008: Sources

Rediff.com22 Nov 2025

Investigation reveals Al Falah University's potential links to terror operatives, including a former student involved in multiple blasts and doctors arrested in connection with a recent terror plot.

Delhi rape case: Uber cab driver arrested in Mathura

Delhi rape case: Uber cab driver arrested in Mathura

Rediff.com7 Dec 2014

An Uber cab driver, accused of raping a 27-year-old woman in Delhi, has been arrested in Mathura.

Delhi Road Accident: Speeding SUV Kills Two-Year-Old Girl

Delhi Road Accident: Speeding SUV Kills Two-Year-Old Girl

Rediff.com14 Apr 2026

A two-year-old girl died in a road accident in Delhi's Alipur area after a speeding SUV rear-ended the car she was travelling in, causing her to be thrown from the vehicle.

Malayalam Cinema's Biggest Blockbusters

Malayalam Cinema's Biggest Blockbusters

Rediff.com24 Apr 2026

Savin Sa's 'Vaazha 2: Biopic of a Billion Bros' has officially joined the exclusive Rs 200 crore club, becoming the fifth Malayalam film to achieve this milestone and the first with rank newcomers in the lead, while also being ranked among the top five highest-grossing Malayalam films.