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SC seeks response of Centre, NTA for CBI probe in NEET exam

SC seeks response of Centre, NTA for CBI probe in NEET exam

Rediff.com15 Jun 2024

The Centre and the National Testing Agency (NTA) had on Thursday told the Supreme Court they had cancelled the grace marks given to 1,563 candidates who took the examination for admission to MBBS and other such courses.

PIL seeks CBI probe into Kolkata gang rape; cites political links

PIL seeks CBI probe into Kolkata gang rape; cites political links

Rediff.com30 Jun 2025

It was stated that Mishra was very influential in the conduct of the day-to-day affairs of South Calcutta Law College, of which he is an alumnus.

Assault on Colonel: Family digs in heels; demands CBI probe

Assault on Colonel: Family digs in heels; demands CBI probe

Rediff.com22 Mar 2025

The wife of an army Colonel, who has accused 12 Punjab police personnel of assaulting him and his son over a parking dispute, has started a sit-in protest along with ex-servicemen outside the Patiala Deputy Commissioner's office to press for a CBI probe. The family is demanding a CBI probe and the transfer of Patiala Senior Superintendent of Police Nanak Singh, accusing him of failing to take action on their multiple requests to file an FIR. Despite Patiala Deputy Commissioner (DC) Preeti Yadav assuring them of a fair and transparent probe, the family refused to lift the 'dharna' and said it would continue until their demands were met.

Bengal on edge as Suvendu Adhikari's close aide shot dead; driver critical

Bengal on edge as Suvendu Adhikari's close aide shot dead; driver critical

Rediff.com7 May 2026

A personal assistant to BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari was shot dead in West Bengal's North 24 Parganas district, triggering political tensions and a police investigation.

Ex-Reliance Communications MD Jailed In Loan Fraud Case

Ex-Reliance Communications MD Jailed In Loan Fraud Case

Rediff.com2 Jun 2026

Former Reliance Communications Group managing director Amitabh Jhunjhunwala has been lodged in Mumbai's Arthur Road Jail after being arrested by the CBI in connection with a multi-crore bank loan fraud case.

Kin seek CBI probe into death of Salman home shooting accused

Kin seek CBI probe into death of Salman home shooting accused

Rediff.com3 May 2024

He had allegedly hanged himself with a bed sheet in the toilet of the lock-up, as per the police.

Congress Demands Probe into Police Links to Maharashtra Call Centre Racket

Congress Demands Probe into Police Links to Maharashtra Call Centre Racket

Rediff.com16 Apr 2026

The Congress party in Maharashtra has accused senior police officials, including an IPS officer, of involvement in a multi-crore bogus call centre racket and is demanding a high-level investigation.

Former RCom MD Amitabh Jhunjhunwala In Judicial Custody

Former RCom MD Amitabh Jhunjhunwala In Judicial Custody

Rediff.com5 Jun 2026

Amitabh Jhunjhunwala, former group managing director of Anil Ambani-led Reliance Communications, has been remanded in 14-day judicial custody in an alleged bank loan fraud case. The CBI alleges misutilisation of loan funds, causing significant losses to a consortium of banks led by SBI.

Focus on your studies: Pradhan to NEET aspirants amid row

Focus on your studies: Pradhan to NEET aspirants amid row

Rediff.com9 Jun 2026

After reviewing the preparations at the headquarters of the National Testing Agency (NTA), Pradhan said meetings have been held under the Cabinet secretary, and all the states have been asked to cooperate.

Uttam Nagar Holi Clash: Victim's Family Seeks CBI Investigation After House Demolition

Uttam Nagar Holi Clash: Victim's Family Seeks CBI Investigation After House Demolition

Rediff.com8 Mar 2026

Following the demolition of a house linked to an accused in the Uttam Nagar Holi clash, the victim's family is demanding a CBI probe and strict action against all those involved in the incident.

Fake CBI Officer Busted in Thane Job Scam: How the Con Unravelled

Fake CBI Officer Busted in Thane Job Scam: How the Con Unravelled

Rediff.com13 Apr 2026

A 36-year-old man has been arrested in Thane, Maharashtra, for allegedly impersonating a CBI officer and defrauding people with false promises of jobs in the central agency.

Twisha Sharma case: HC cancels mother-in-law's pre-arrest bail

Twisha Sharma case: HC cancels mother-in-law's pre-arrest bail

Rediff.com28 May 2026

The Madhya Pradesh High Court has quashed the anticipatory bail of former judge Giribala Singh in connection with the death of Twisha Sharma. The CBI is now investigating the case, and the victim's husband has been sent to CBI custody.

Wait for a year, Ram temple thieves will get cancer: BJP MLA

Wait for a year, Ram temple thieves will get cancer: BJP MLA

Rediff.com1 Jul 2026

A BJP MLA from Unnao, Anil Singh, has sparked controversy after a video showed him stating that those who embezzled donations from the Ram temple in Ayodhya would suffer from cancer and die painfully. His remarks come amidst a political row over alleged misappropriation of funds, leading to arrests and opposition criticism.

Twisha Sharma Death: Husband Arrested, Remanded For Questioning

Twisha Sharma Death: Husband Arrested, Remanded For Questioning

Rediff.com23 May 2026

Samarth Singh, the husband of model-turned-actor Twisha Sharma, has been arrested in connection with her death and brought to Bhopal. Police are seeking his custodial remand for questioning. Sharma was found dead at her home on May 12, with her family alleging dowry harassment.

CBI Files Chargesheet in Rs 23 Crore Digital Arrest Scam

CBI Files Chargesheet in Rs 23 Crore Digital Arrest Scam

Rediff.com10 Apr 2026

The CBI has filed a chargesheet against a man accused of defrauding a retired banker of Rs 23 crore in a sophisticated digital arrest scam involving impersonation of law enforcement and judicial authorities.

SC to hear plea on Ram Temple Trust fund embezzlement

SC to hear plea on Ram Temple Trust fund embezzlement

Rediff.com25 Jun 2026

The Supreme Court has scheduled a hearing for June 29 on a public interest litigation (PIL) seeking the registration of an FIR and a time-bound probe into the alleged embezzlement of donations received by the Shri Ram Janmbhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust in Ayodhya.

SC rejects TN plea to modify order on Karur stampede probe

SC rejects TN plea to modify order on Karur stampede probe

Rediff.com12 Dec 2025

The Supreme Court turned down Tamil Nadu government's plea to modify its order suspending a one-man enquiry commission and the SIT to look into the Karur stampede. The court also took a critical view of a report filed by the Madras High Court registrar general.

SAD Leader Alleges 'Stage-Managed' Arrest to Distract from Suicide Case

SAD Leader Alleges 'Stage-Managed' Arrest to Distract from Suicide Case

Rediff.com25 Mar 2026

Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) leader Bikram Singh Majithia has criticised the Bhagwant Mann government, alleging that the arrest of AAP MLA Harmeet Singh Pathanmajra is a 'stage-managed show' designed to divert attention from the suicide of a warehousing corporation official.

Car used in Suvendu aide's murder purchased in UP: Police

Car used in Suvendu aide's murder purchased in UP: Police

Rediff.com21 May 2026

Police and eyewitnesses have revealed that the car used in the murder of Chandranath Rath, an aide to West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari, was purchased in Ballia. The CBI and Uttar Pradesh STF are intensifying raids to locate Gyanendra Pratap Singh, a key figure in the case.

ED quizzes TMC MP Abhishek for over 11 hours in school jobs scam case

ED quizzes TMC MP Abhishek for over 11 hours in school jobs scam case

Rediff.com16 Jun 2026

Trinamool Congress national general secretary Abhishek Banerjee is undergoing interrogation by the Enforcement Directorate in connection with the alleged primary school recruitment scam. The ED is focusing on the money trail, financial documents, and statements from other accused, following a prior questioning session by the state CID on a separate forgery case.

Supreme Court Orders All-Women SIT Probe In Ghaziabad Case

Supreme Court Orders All-Women SIT Probe In Ghaziabad Case

Rediff.com24 Apr 2026

The Supreme Court has directed the Uttar Pradesh DGP to form an all-women SIT to investigate the rape and murder of a four-year-old girl in Ghaziabad, following concerns about the local police's handling of the case and allegations of denial of treatment by private hospitals.

Tripura Chit Fund Executives Sentenced In Swindling Case

Tripura Chit Fund Executives Sentenced In Swindling Case

Rediff.com30 May 2026

A special CBI court in Tripura sentenced three executives of a chit fund company to six years of rigorous imprisonment each for swindling Rs 5.5 crore from over 800 depositors.

Twisha Sharma case: HC cancels mother-in-law's pre-arrest bail

Twisha Sharma case: HC cancels mother-in-law's pre-arrest bail

Rediff.com28 May 2026

The Madhya Pradesh High Court has overturned the anticipatory bail of former judge Giribala Singh, who is accused in the death of her daughter-in-law, Twisha Sharma, citing factual aspects of the case and allegations against her.

SC asks CBI to probe digital arrest scams nationwide

SC asks CBI to probe digital arrest scams nationwide

Rediff.com1 Dec 2025

The Supreme Court has directed the CBI to conduct a pan-India investigation into digital arrest scams and questioned the RBI about its lack of AI usage in detecting and freezing accounts used by cybercriminals.

Calcutta HC To Hear Plea In Doctor Rape-Murder Case

Calcutta HC To Hear Plea In Doctor Rape-Murder Case

Rediff.com19 May 2026

The Calcutta High Court will hear the plea for further investigation into the rape and murder of a doctor at RG Kar Medical College and Hospital. The victim's parents seek further investigation, claiming multiple individuals were involved in the crime.

Twisha Sharma case: Husband, mother-in-law sent to jail till June 16

Twisha Sharma case: Husband, mother-in-law sent to jail till June 16

Rediff.com2 Jun 2026

A Bhopal court has remanded Samarth Singh, husband of late model Twisha Sharma, and his mother Giribala Singh, in judicial custody for 14 days in connection with the dowry harassment case. The CBI is awaiting forensic reports and further investigation.

Abortion, Rs 7 lakh claim: What Twisha's husband told MP SIT

Abortion, Rs 7 lakh claim: What Twisha's husband told MP SIT

Rediff.com26 May 2026

The CBI has registered an FIR in the death of Twisha Sharma, booking her husband and mother-in-law.

SC orders CBI probe on 'builders-banks nexus'

SC orders CBI probe on 'builders-banks nexus'

Rediff.com29 Apr 2025

Observing an "unholy nexus" between the banks and developers to dupe homebuyers, the Supreme Court on Tuesday directed the CBI to register seven preliminary enquiries against builders in NCR, including Supertech Limited.

Haryana Arrests Employee in Rs 590 Crore IDFC Bank Fraud

Haryana Arrests Employee in Rs 590 Crore IDFC Bank Fraud

Rediff.com28 Feb 2026

A Haryana government employee has been arrested in connection with the Rs 590 crore IDFC First Bank fraud case, which involved state government accounts and led to the recovery of nearly Rs 556 crore within 24 hours.

Opposition demands CBI investigation into alleged Jharkhand liquor scam

Opposition demands CBI investigation into alleged Jharkhand liquor scam

Rediff.com31 Mar 2026

The leader of the opposition in the Jharkhand Assembly has urged the Governor to direct the Anti-Corruption Bureau to file a charge sheet in connection with the alleged liquor scam and requested a CBI probe.

Pune School Principal Arrested In NEET Paper Leak Case

Pune School Principal Arrested In NEET Paper Leak Case

Rediff.com27 May 2026

A Pune school principal has been arrested in connection with the NEET-UG paper leak case, accused of sharing examination-related questions and content with students for financial gain, according to the CBI.

Retired Faculty Detained In NEET Paper Leak Investigation

Retired Faculty Detained In NEET Paper Leak Investigation

Rediff.com14 May 2026

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has detained a retired faculty member in Latur, Maharashtra, as part of its investigation into the alleged NEET (UG) paper leak. The NEET (UG) 2024 exam was cancelled amid allegations of irregularities.

Govt may rope in IAF to transport NEET-UG retest papers on June 21

Govt may rope in IAF to transport NEET-UG retest papers on June 21

Rediff.com29 May 2026

The government is considering using the Indian Air Force to transport NEET-UG papers to ensure a secure retest on June 21, following allegations of malpractices in the original exam.

Former Punjab Minister Bhullar Arrested in Suicide Case

Former Punjab Minister Bhullar Arrested in Suicide Case

Rediff.com24 Mar 2026

Former Punjab minister Laljit Singh Bhullar has been arrested following the suicide of a state warehousing corporation official who accused the AAP MLA of harassment. The arrest follows public outcry and political pressure for accountability in the case.

Malegaon 2006 Blasts Case: HC Discharges Accused, Slams NIA Probe

Malegaon 2006 Blasts Case: HC Discharges Accused, Slams NIA Probe

Rediff.com23 Apr 2026

The Bombay High Court has discharged four accused in the 2006 Malegaon blasts case, criticising the NIA for ignoring evidence collected by the previous investigating agency. The court's decision leaves the question of responsibility for the blasts, which killed 31 people, unanswered.

BJP attacks TMC over 'mafia culture' after killing of Suvendu aide

BJP attacks TMC over 'mafia culture' after killing of Suvendu aide

Rediff.com7 May 2026

The BJP has accused the Trinamool Congress (TMC) of fostering a 'mafia culture' and 'maha jungle raj' in West Bengal following the killing of an aide to BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari. The party alleges the incident reflects institutionalised post-poll violence in the state and demands a CBI probe.

NEET paper leak: Pune school principal arrested for sharing questions

NEET paper leak: Pune school principal arrested for sharing questions

Rediff.com24 May 2026

A Pune school principal, Manisha Sanjay Havaldar, has been arrested in connection with the NEET-UG paper leak case. The CBI alleges she shared examination-related questions and content with students for money. The investigation revealed her collusion with a botany teacher, and the use of handwritten notes containing NEET-related questions.

Liquor 'scam': Court acquits Kejriwal, Sisodia, Kavitha; pulls up CBI

Liquor 'scam': Court acquits Kejriwal, Sisodia, Kavitha; pulls up CBI

Rediff.com27 Feb 2026

A Delhi court discharged Arvind Kejriwal and Manish Sisodia in an excise policy-related corruption case, citing lacunae in the CBI chargesheet.

Former Judge Arrested After Bail Quashed In Dowry Death Case

Former Judge Arrested After Bail Quashed In Dowry Death Case

Rediff.com28 May 2026

The CBI has arrested former judge Giribala Singh in connection with the death of her daughter-in-law, Twisha Sharma, following the quashing of her anticipatory bail by the Madhya Pradesh High Court. Singh's son, Samarth, is also in custody, and the CBI plans to confront them with each other's statements.

West Bengal Suspends IPS Officers Over Hospital Case Mishandling

West Bengal Suspends IPS Officers Over Hospital Case Mishandling

Rediff.com15 May 2026

The West Bengal government has suspended three senior IPS officers for alleged mishandling and dereliction of duty during the initial investigation into the RG Kar hospital rape-murder case.