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Influencer Mad Sandhu murder: Key accused nabbed from Mumbai

Influencer Mad Sandhu murder: Key accused nabbed from Mumbai

Rediff.com14 Oct 2026

Punjabi social media influencer Mad Sandhu was fatally shot by two unidentified assailants in Amritsar.

Faridabad Police Nab Five Murder Suspects After Encounter

Faridabad Police Nab Five Murder Suspects After Encounter

Rediff.com8 Oct 2026

Five suspects involved in a murder case were arrested in Faridabad following a police encounter. One suspect sustained a gunshot injury. This brings the total arrests in the case to eight, with police continuing their search for remaining accused. The case involves the murder of 45-year-old Laxman and injury to his nephew during an attack on Sunday night.

Wanted Criminal With 70 Cases Killed In Nuh Encounter

Wanted Criminal With 70 Cases Killed In Nuh Encounter

Rediff.com16 Oct 2026

Nuh Police have revealed that Shahid alias Advani, a wanted criminal killed in a recent encounter near Sohna, had 70 cases registered against him across Haryana, Rajasthan, and Uttar Pradesh. The cases include serious charges like murder, rape, kidnapping, and robbery. Police are now thoroughly reviewing his extensive criminal history.

Public Humiliation And Suicide: The Rs 10 Note Dispute That Cost A Life

Public Humiliation And Suicide: The Rs 10 Note Dispute That Cost A Life

Rediff.com5 days ago

A 23-year-old delivery executive, Sameer Hussain, allegedly died by suicide after being assaulted over a torn Rs 10 note in East Delhi. He recorded a video expressing his humiliation before consuming poison. Two accused have been arrested, and police have added abetment of suicide charges to the case.

Life Imprisonment For Five In Farmer Murder Case Linked To Village Polls

Life Imprisonment For Five In Farmer Murder Case Linked To Village Polls

Rediff.com9 Oct 2026

A court in Bareilly, Uttar Pradesh, has sentenced five men to life imprisonment for the 2016 murder of farmer Fatte Khan. The murder stemmed from a dispute related to a village head election, intensifying after another murder in which Fatte Khan was an accused. The court also imposed a total fine of Rs 1.55 lakh on the convicts, with a portion directed to the victim's family.

High Court Slams CBI For 'Casual' Probe Into Balabhaskar Case

High Court Slams CBI For 'Casual' Probe Into Balabhaskar Case

Rediff.com9 Oct 2026

The Kerala High Court has ordered a further probe by the CBI into the death of renowned violinist Balabhaskar and his daughter in a 2019 car accident. The court criticised the CBI for its "casual and lackadaisical manner" in handling the previous investigation, which concluded it was an accident. The court directed the CBI to appoint an officer not below the rank of Additional Superintendent of Police for the new investigation.

Muskan Rastogi And Sahil Shukla Found Guilty Of Saurabh Rajput's Murder

Muskan Rastogi And Sahil Shukla Found Guilty Of Saurabh Rajput's Murder

Rediff.com30 Sep 2026

The Meerut district court has convicted Muskan Rastogi and Sahil Shukla for the murder of Muskan's husband, merchant navy officer Saurabh Rajput, in the sensational "Blue Drum" case. The court found them guilty of murder and body concealment, with sentencing to be announced in 15 days.

Kerala High Court Orders CBI Probe Into Rs 65-Crore Investment Scam

Kerala High Court Orders CBI Probe Into Rs 65-Crore Investment Scam

Rediff.com9 Oct 2026

The CBI has initiated an investigation into an alleged Rs 65-crore investment scam involving Viswadeepthi Multi State Agri Co-operative Society Ltd, following a directive from the Kerala High Court. The society is accused of inducing public deposits with high interest rates but failing to repay them, leading to significant financial losses for depositors.

Ankita Bhandari's parents held during protest, threaten nationwide agitation

Ankita Bhandari's parents held during protest, threaten nationwide agitation

Rediff.com15 Oct 2026

The parents of Ankita Bhandari, murdered in Uttarakhand in 2022, were detained while protesting near India Gate.

Ankita Bhandari's parents held during protest, threaten nationwide agitation

Ankita Bhandari's parents held during protest, threaten nationwide agitation

Rediff.com15 Oct 2026

The parents of Ankita Bhandari, murdered in Uttarakhand in 2022, were detained while protesting near India Gate.

Cybercrime Unit Uncovers Digital Arrest Fraud Scheme, Two Arrested

Cybercrime Unit Uncovers Digital Arrest Fraud Scheme, Two Arrested

Rediff.com18 Oct 2026

Hyderabad cybercrime police have arrested two individuals involved in a 'digital arrest fraud' case where an elderly man was duped of Rs 29.17 lakh. The accused facilitated mule bank accounts and cryptocurrency transactions to conceal the money trail for an absconding third accused. The victim was threatened with arrest by fraudsters impersonating officials from Delhi Police, CBI, and ED.

Woman Among Two More Held In Kochi Gangrape Case

Woman Among Two More Held In Kochi Gangrape Case

Rediff.com7 Oct 2026

Two more individuals, including a woman, have been arrested in connection with the recent gangrape of a woman in Kalamassery, Kochi. The accused, Saranya and Sanju, were apprehended in Wayanad. Police state that Saranya played a prime role in the assault, which involved four people and occurred on October 2. Two other accused have already been remanded, and the survivor's partner revealed harrowing details of the incident.

How Nellore Police Uncovered A Massive Ganja Cultivation Operation

How Nellore Police Uncovered A Massive Ganja Cultivation Operation

Rediff.com16 Oct 2026

Police in Nellore district, Andhra Pradesh, have arrested six individuals after uncovering two acres of illegal ganja cultivation hidden within a maize field. The bust, part of 'Operation Trishul', involved the use of drones and revealed a sophisticated drip irrigation system. Investigators believe the operation, which could have yielded crores of rupees, had links to trafficking in major Indian cities.

Umesh Kolhe Murder: Accused Atib Rashid To Face Trial, Rules NIA Court

Umesh Kolhe Murder: Accused Atib Rashid To Face Trial, Rules NIA Court

Rediff.com6 Oct 2026

A special NIA court in Mumbai has rejected the discharge plea of Atib Rashid, a key accused in the 2022 murder of Amravati pharmacist Umesh Kolhe. The court found "more than prima facie sufficient material" to proceed with the trial, citing a common conspiracy to commit the murder and evidence linking Rashid to the crime, including electronic records and CCTV footage.

Corruption Probe Intensifies Against Former DMK Minister

Corruption Probe Intensifies Against Former DMK Minister

Rediff.com29 Sep 2026

The Central Crime Branch (CCB) in Chennai conducted simultaneous searches at five premises as part of an expanded probe into a corruption case against former DMK School Education Minister Anbil Mahesh Poyyamozhi. The searches, which followed an FIR registered on September 16, 2026, led to the seizure of a laptop and 44 documents related to alleged financial irregularities.

Corruption Probe Intensifies Against Former DMK Minister

Corruption Probe Intensifies Against Former DMK Minister

Rediff.com29 Sep 2026

The Central Crime Branch (CCB) in Chennai conducted simultaneous searches at five premises as part of an expanded probe into a corruption case against former DMK School Education Minister Anbil Mahesh Poyyamozhi. The searches, which followed an FIR registered on September 16, 2026, led to the seizure of a laptop and 44 documents related to alleged financial irregularities.

'I Am Scared For Tiger Shroff'

'I Am Scared For Tiger Shroff'

Rediff.com19 Oct 2026

'Tiger Shroff is someone who has absolutely no controversies associated with him.' 'He is someone who works out or dances. That is all I ever see him doing.' 'I cannot fathom how shots could be fired at him. I am even scared to speak about this on camera. What if someone comes after me?'

Corruption Probe Intensifies Against Former DMK Minister

Corruption Probe Intensifies Against Former DMK Minister

Rediff.com29 Sep 2026

The Central Crime Branch (CCB) in Chennai conducted simultaneous searches at five premises as part of an expanded probe into a corruption case against former DMK School Education Minister Anbil Mahesh Poyyamozhi. The searches, which followed an FIR registered on September 16, 2026, led to the seizure of a laptop and 44 documents related to alleged financial irregularities.

'13 crore voters deleted, 2% victory margin': Dipke alleges poll 'setting'

'13 crore voters deleted, 2% victory margin': Dipke alleges poll 'setting'

Rediff.com15 Oct 2026

The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) and student organisations have accused the government of attempting to influence electoral outcomes by allegedly deleting over 13 crore voters. They have demanded the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, citing alleged irregularities in voter rolls and criticising the police crackdown on protesters. Leaders questioned the government's protection of the CEC and linked voter deletions to the narrow victory margin in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections.

Operation Dignity: Manipur Police Arrest 13 In Sexually Explicit Content Case

Operation Dignity: Manipur Police Arrest 13 In Sexually Explicit Content Case

Rediff.com13 Oct 2026

Manipur police have arrested 13 individuals, including a juvenile, for allegedly circulating and monetising non-consensual sexually explicit content, including child sexual abuse material, on Telegram. The arrests were made across Bishnupur, Imphal West, and Kakching districts as part of 'Operation Dignity', with 14 mobile phones seized and over 150 channels identified.

Court Cites Ancient Text In 'Rarest Of Rare' Murder Case

Court Cites Ancient Text In 'Rarest Of Rare' Murder Case

Rediff.com16 Oct 2026

A Meerut court sentenced a woman and her lover to death on Friday for murdering her husband and staging it as a snakebite. The court cited the Manusmriti and the mythological figure Savitri, calling it a "rarest of rare" case.

Auto Driver Murder: Gurugram Police Arrest Two Over Contract Dispute

Auto Driver Murder: Gurugram Police Arrest Two Over Contract Dispute

Rediff.com12 Oct 2026

Gurugram police have arrested two individuals, Mukesh Mandal and Ganesh Kumar, in connection with the murder of auto-rickshaw driver Arvind. The motive appears to be a dispute over a transport contract and alleged abusive language, leading Mukesh to hold a grudge against Arvind. The victim's body was found on Saturday, and the arrests were made on Monday.

Justice Served: Muskan Rastogi And Sahil Shukla Found Guilty In 'Blue Drum' Murder Case

Justice Served: Muskan Rastogi And Sahil Shukla Found Guilty In 'Blue Drum' Murder Case

Rediff.com30 Sep 2026

The Meerut district court has convicted Muskan Rastogi and Sahil Shukla for the murder of merchant navy officer Saurabh Rajput in the sensational 'Blue Drum' case. The court emphasised the need for strict punishment in serious crimes, with the order on sentencing to be announced in 15 days. The prosecution presented 22 witnesses, detailing the gruesome dismemberment and concealment of Rajput's body in a cement-filled blue drum.

Promotion of Delhi cop, accused of sexually harassing woman, put on hold

Promotion of Delhi cop, accused of sexually harassing woman, put on hold

Rediff.com6 Oct 2026

The Delhi government has taken action by withholding the additional DCP charge for ACP Vivek Bhagat, who faces serious allegations of sexually harassing a woman journalist, pending a thorough inquiry into the matter.

Delhi celebrates Dussehra as Prez, PM lead festivities

Delhi celebrates Dussehra as Prez, PM lead festivities

Rediff.com6 days ago

President Droupadi Murmu, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, and Vice President C P Radhakrishnan attended Dussehra celebrations in New Delhi on Tuesday. Effigies of Ravan, Kumbhkaran, and Meghnath were burnt at various Ramleela grounds, with dignitaries delivering messages on truth, righteousness, and fighting social evils. One committee also burnt a cockroach effigy to symbolise filth, leading to a complaint from AAP Delhi chief Saurabh Bharadwaj.

WhatsApp Scam Alert: Saying 'No' Can...

WhatsApp Scam Alert: Saying 'No' Can...

Rediff.com13 Oct 2026

Hyderabad Police Commissioner V C Sajjanar warned that replying 'NO' to unsolicited WhatsApp messages regarding unauthorised bank debits could allow fraudsters to steal your money without needing an OTP or a link.

'Where are Dipke, Neha Bora?' CJP, AISA question Delhi police

'Where are Dipke, Neha Bora?' CJP, AISA question Delhi police

Rediff.com17 Oct 2026

The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) and AISA have raised concerns over the detention of their leaders, Abhijeet Dipke and Neha Bora, by Delhi Police during protests. Both parties allege their leaders are being held at undisclosed locations and denied access to lawyers, while police confirm detentions were made to maintain law and order.

Four Arrested In Delhi Stabbing Case Over Girl Dispute

Four Arrested In Delhi Stabbing Case Over Girl Dispute

Rediff.com5 Oct 2026

A 20-year-old man, Sachin, was fatally stabbed in Delhi's Shahbad Dairy area following an altercation over a girl. Police have arrested four individuals, including the main accused Arif, and recovered the weapon.

Nagpur Woman Murdered By Lover Over Marriage Pressure

Nagpur Woman Murdered By Lover Over Marriage Pressure

Rediff.com14 Oct 2026

A 38-year-old married woman in Nagpur was allegedly murdered by her lover, Javed Sheikh Shahid Manyar, after an argument over marriage. The accused reportedly hit her on the head with a heavy object and inflicted burns on her body using a room heater before fleeing. He was later arrested from Jalgaon.

Nagpur Woman Murdered By Lover Over Marriage Pressure

Nagpur Woman Murdered By Lover Over Marriage Pressure

Rediff.com14 Oct 2026

A 38-year-old married woman in Nagpur was allegedly murdered by her lover, Javed Sheikh Shahid Manyar, after an argument over marriage. The accused reportedly hit her on the head with a heavy object and inflicted burns on her body using a room heater before fleeing. He was later arrested from Jalgaon.

How Delhi Police Uncovered A Rs 73 Crore Digital-Arrest Scam

How Delhi Police Uncovered A Rs 73 Crore Digital-Arrest Scam

Rediff.com13 Oct 2026

Delhi Police have arrested 11 individuals involved in multiple "digital-arrest" scams, recovering over Rs 12 crore. The scams, linked to handlers in Southeast Asia, have affected 78 complainants nationwide, totaling Rs 73 crore. A retired scientist was defrauded of Rs 1.25 crore, with the entire amount frozen. The investigation uncovered a network arranging mule bank accounts and using cryptocurrency for commissions.

How A Bank Manager's Refusal Led To Unearthing A Multi-Crore Cyber Fraud

How A Bank Manager's Refusal Led To Unearthing A Multi-Crore Cyber Fraud

Rediff.com16 Oct 2026

Kanpur police have uncovered a Rs 2.66-crore cyber fraud operation, leading to the arrest of two individuals and the identification of 89 bank accounts nationwide. The investigation began after a bank manager reported alleged fake complaints filed by one of the accused, Akhil Singh Chauhan, who was denied banking facilities. The fraud involved a fake investment scheme that targeted an exporter, with money routed through numerous mule accounts.

Congress Seva Dal Holds Candle March For Ankita Bhandari Justice

Congress Seva Dal Holds Candle March For Ankita Bhandari Justice

Rediff.com16 Oct 2026

The Congress' Seva Dal organised a candle march in New Delhi, demanding justice for Ankita Bhandari, who was murdered in Uttarakhand in 2022. The protest called for an impartial investigation and accountability, especially regarding allegations against BJP's Dushyant Gautam, whose recent appointment as Sikkim Governor has drawn criticism from the Congress.

Akhilesh Yadav Claims Lucknow Cafe Owner's Death Can Topple UP Govt

Akhilesh Yadav Claims Lucknow Cafe Owner's Death Can Topple UP Govt

Rediff.com6 days ago

Samajwadi Party president Akhilesh Yadav has alleged that the death of Lucknow cafe owner Shiva Sharma is "not an ordinary case" and could "bring down the Uttar Pradesh government," drawing parallels to the Vikas Dubey encounter. Yadav criticised the police and media's handling of the case, particularly regarding the absconding prime accused, Shraddha Dubey. The case involves allegations of assault and torture by Sharma's family, a reward for the accused's arrest, and recent transfers of police officials.

Tragic Playtime: Teen Detained For Stabbing 12-Year-Old To Death

Tragic Playtime: Teen Detained For Stabbing 12-Year-Old To Death

Rediff.com5 Oct 2026

A 14-year-old boy has been detained by Faridabad police for allegedly stabbing a 12-year-old boy to death during a scuffle while they were playing. The incident occurred on Sunday evening, and the accused fled the scene with the knife. An investigation is underway, and an FIR has been registered based on the deceased's father's complaint.

Mumbai Police Nabs Two Suspects In Separate Murder Cases

Mumbai Police Nabs Two Suspects In Separate Murder Cases

Rediff.com11 Oct 2026

Mumbai police have arrested two individuals in connection with two separate murder cases that occurred in Govandi's Shivajinagar area and Kurla West. One arrest was made for a murder following an altercation on Saturday, and another for the strangulation of a girl in Kurla West, where an acquaintance is the alleged assailant.

Jammu Police Nabs Three In Major Drug And Arms Haul

Jammu Police Nabs Three In Major Drug And Arms Haul

Rediff.com12 Oct 2026

Jammu Police arrested three individuals, including a police follower, in two separate operations, recovering heroin and country-made pistols. The arrests highlight the ongoing efforts to combat drug trafficking and illegal arms in the region.

Gurugram Court Hands Down 20-Year Sentence In Minor Rape Case

Gurugram Court Hands Down 20-Year Sentence In Minor Rape Case

Rediff.com1 Oct 2026

A Gurugram court has sentenced a 24-year-old man to 20 years of rigorous imprisonment and a fine of Rs 20,000 for raping a minor girl. The conviction followed a complaint lodged in September 2022, leading to the accused's arrest, investigation, and effective prosecution by Gurugram Police.

Decades-Long Hunt Ends: Man Held For Brutal 2002 Delhi Murder

Decades-Long Hunt Ends: Man Held For Brutal 2002 Delhi Murder

Rediff.com27 Sep 2026

A 48-year-old man, Firoj alias Khaja, has been arrested by Delhi Police Crime Branch in Gurugram after evading capture for nearly 24 years. He was wanted for the 2002 murder of Kalaam Ansari, whose head was allegedly crushed with stones in a forested area of south Delhi. The motive appears to be revenge for a family dispute involving Firoj's brother.

Occult Ritual Scam: How Fake Tantric Duped Elderly Man Of Lakhs

Occult Ritual Scam: How Fake Tantric Duped Elderly Man Of Lakhs

Rediff.com15 Oct 2026

Three men, including one posing as a tantric, have been arrested in northeast Delhi for allegedly cheating a 79-year-old man of Rs 39.3 lakh. The accused promised to extract buried ancestral gold through occult rituals and also stole gold jewellery worth Rs 15 lakh from his home. The main accused, Tahsin, along with Shoaib Ali and Mahakader Khan, gained the victim's confidence through fake gold and staged rituals, leading to their arrest and recovery of cash and other items.