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Calcutta HC To Hear Plea In Doctor Rape-Murder Case

Calcutta HC To Hear Plea In Doctor Rape-Murder Case

Rediff.com4 hours ago

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.

India's Supreme Court Addresses the Deep-Rooted Issue of Crimes Against Women

India's Supreme Court Addresses the Deep-Rooted Issue of Crimes Against Women

Rediff.com4 Apr 2026

The Supreme Court of India has expressed concern over the continued prevalence of domestic abuse and crimes against women, highlighting that these issues are symptomatic of a deeper societal problem rooted in patriarchy, despite economic and legal advancements.

Odisha Police Arrest More Suspects In Constable Lynching

Odisha Police Arrest More Suspects In Constable Lynching

Rediff.com1 hour ago

Odisha Police's Crime Branch has arrested two more individuals in connection with the lynching of a GRP constable, bringing the total number of arrests to 15. The incident occurred after the constable was accused of attempted rape.

Odisha CM Orders Police To Instil Fear Among Criminals

Odisha CM Orders Police To Instil Fear Among Criminals

Rediff.com4 days ago

Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi has directed civil and police authorities to collaborate in curbing organised crime, instilling fear among criminals, and restoring public confidence. This follows a review of the law and order situation in the wake of recent crimes, including a mob-lynching and a murder in Mayurbhanj district.

Man Arrested For Murdering Woman Who Rejected Him In Thane

Man Arrested For Murdering Woman Who Rejected Him In Thane

Rediff.com5 days ago

A 42-year-old powerloom worker from Thane, Maharashtra, has been arrested for allegedly killing a 33-year-old woman after she refused to have a relationship with him.

Three Held In Jharkhand For Trading Monitor Lizard Organs

Three Held In Jharkhand For Trading Monitor Lizard Organs

Rediff.com4 days ago

Three individuals, including a father and son, have been arrested in Ranchi, Jharkhand, for trading reproductive organs of monitor lizards, a prohibited activity under the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972.

Two Women Held For Stealing Gold Ornaments In Thane

Two Women Held For Stealing Gold Ornaments In Thane

Rediff.com4 days ago

Thane Crime Branch arrests two women for allegedly stealing gold ornaments from citizens, solving nine cases and recovering jewellery worth Rs 37.19 lakh.

How Delhi Police Uncovered Liquor Smuggling To Bihar

How Delhi Police Uncovered Liquor Smuggling To Bihar

Rediff.com3 hours ago

Delhi Police busted an interstate liquor smuggling racket that used cartons labelled as 'wood polish' to transport liquor to Bihar. One person has been arrested, and the syndicate is being investigated under organised crime provisions.

Jammu SSP Reviews Security, Crime Situation in District

Jammu SSP Reviews Security, Crime Situation in District

Rediff.com5 Mar 2026

Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Jammu Joginder Singh reviewed the security and crime situation in the district, directing officers to maintain heightened vigilance and strengthen surveillance.

Man Stabbed to Death in Delhi; Accused Posts Video Boasting About Crime

Man Stabbed to Death in Delhi; Accused Posts Video Boasting About Crime

Rediff.com3 Apr 2026

A 20-year-old man was stabbed to death in northwest Delhi following a quarrel. The accused then posted a video on social media boasting about the murder. Police have apprehended two men and a juvenile in connection with the incident.

Assam Police Bust Interstate Cyber Crime Syndicate, Arrest Five

Assam Police Bust Interstate Cyber Crime Syndicate, Arrest Five

Rediff.com9 Mar 2026

Assam police have arrested five individuals for their alleged involvement in an interstate cyber crime syndicate, focusing on SIM card fraud and identity theft.

NCP Leader Slams Maharashtra Government Over Farmer Suicides

NCP Leader Slams Maharashtra Government Over Farmer Suicides

Rediff.com9 May 2026

Senior NCP (SP) leader Jayant Patil has criticised the Maharashtra government over farmer suicides and crimes against women, alleging widespread corruption within the ruling alliance.

Thane Court Acquits MCOCA Robbery Accused Due To Lack Of Evidence

Thane Court Acquits MCOCA Robbery Accused Due To Lack Of Evidence

Rediff.com10 May 2026

A Thane court acquitted two men accused of robbery under the Maharashtra Control of Organised Crime Act (MCOCA), citing a lack of substantial evidence linking them to the crime.

J-K Police Crack Murder Case In Four Days

J-K Police Crack Murder Case In Four Days

Rediff.com1 hour ago

Jammu and Kashmir Police solved a murder case within four days by arresting the accused, Sardar Singh, from Himachal Pradesh. The victim, Roop Singh, was found shot dead in Kathua district. The accused, who owed the victim money, allegedly used his father's gun to commit the crime.

Three Arrested For Murder Near Delhi's Dilshad Colony

Three Arrested For Murder Near Delhi's Dilshad Colony

Rediff.com2 days ago

Delhi Police have arrested three individuals in connection with the murder of a 22-year-old man near Dilshad Colony in Seemapuri, East Delhi. The accused have been identified and the weapon used in the crime has been recovered.

Delhi Police Arrest 40 in Rohini Crime Crackdown

Delhi Police Arrest 40 in Rohini Crime Crackdown

Rediff.com12 Mar 2026

Delhi Police arrested 40 people and apprehended a juvenile in Rohini during an overnight drive targeting organised and street crime, seizing illegal arms, narcotics, and illicit liquor.

Gujarat Woman Arrested For Husband's Murder After Accidental Death Claim

Gujarat Woman Arrested For Husband's Murder After Accidental Death Claim

Rediff.com23 hours ago

Police in Gujarat have arrested a woman and her lover for allegedly plotting the murder of her husband, initially reported as an accidental death. The investigation revealed a conspiracy driven by domestic disputes and personal conflicts.

Delhi Police Nab Hashim Baba-Rashid Cablewala Gang Members

Delhi Police Nab Hashim Baba-Rashid Cablewala Gang Members

Rediff.com11 May 2026

Delhi Police have arrested six active operatives and shooters linked to the Hashim Baba-Rashid Cablewala gang during an operation.

Odisha Lynching Case: More Arrests Made After Constable's Murder

Odisha Lynching Case: More Arrests Made After Constable's Murder

Rediff.com6 days ago

One more person has been arrested in connection with the lynching of a GRP constable in Odisha's Khurda district, bringing the total number of arrests to twelve. The Crime Branch of Odisha Police is investigating the murder and allegations against the constable.

Odisha Police Act After Constable Lynched By Mob

Odisha Police Act After Constable Lynched By Mob

Rediff.com10 May 2026

Four policemen have been suspended and two home guards disengaged from service in Odisha following the lynching of a GRP constable. The crime branch is investigating the incident, which occurred after allegations of attempted sexual assault. Opposition parties have criticised the state government over the incident.

Three Arrested After Exchange Of Fire With Police In Patna

Three Arrested After Exchange Of Fire With Police In Patna

Rediff.com6 days ago

Three individuals wanted in connection with multiple murder cases were apprehended in Patna district following a shootout with police. The suspects, identified as Awadesh Rao, Pappu Rai, and Deepak Kumar, were arrested after police received a tip-off about their plans to commit a crime.

Punjabi Singer's Body Found In Canal After Kidnapping

Punjabi Singer's Body Found In Canal After Kidnapping

Rediff.com4 hours ago

The body of a 29-year-old Punjabi singer, Inder Kaur, who had been missing since May 13, was discovered in a canal in Ludhiana. Police suspect she was kidnapped by Sukhwinder Singh, who fled to Canada after allegedly orchestrating the crime. Two suspects have been arrested in connection with the case.

Jharkhand Cyber Crime Crackdown: 10 Arrested in Deoghar

Jharkhand Cyber Crime Crackdown: 10 Arrested in Deoghar

Rediff.com16 Apr 2026

Jharkhand police have arrested 10 cyber criminals in Deoghar district for defrauding people through fake online platforms and fraudulent cashback offers.

West Bengal Suspends IPS Officers Over Hospital Case Mishandling

West Bengal Suspends IPS Officers Over Hospital Case Mishandling

Rediff.com4 days ago

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.

Uncle Arrested For Killing Nephew Over Affair In Palamu

Uncle Arrested For Killing Nephew Over Affair In Palamu

Rediff.com2 days ago

A 50-year-old man was arrested in Jharkhand's Palamu district for allegedly killing his nephew over an affair with his married daughter, who is the victim's cousin.

CBI Uses 3D Scanners In Probe Of Bengal Politician's Aide Murder

CBI Uses 3D Scanners In Probe Of Bengal Politician's Aide Murder

Rediff.com6 days ago

The CBI revisited the crime scene in North 24 Parganas as part of its investigation into the death of Chandranath Rath, an aide to West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari. The agency is using advanced 3D scanners to reconstruct the events leading to Rath's death.

Man kills pregnant wife by inserting hacksaw blade into her private part

Man kills pregnant wife by inserting hacksaw blade into her private part

Rediff.com2 days ago

A man in Chhattisgarh's Surguja district has been arrested for allegedly killing his pregnant wife by inserting a hacksaw blade into her private part. The incident occurred on May 14 in Bhitthikala village, and the accused has confessed to the crime.

Teenager Fatally Stabbed By Friend On His Birthday In Delhi

Teenager Fatally Stabbed By Friend On His Birthday In Delhi

Rediff.com2 days ago

A 17-year-old boy was allegedly stabbed to death by his friend on his birthday in outer Delhi's Narela area, police sources said on Saturday.

Two Arrested Over Shooting Of Gangster's Son In Mumbai

Two Arrested Over Shooting Of Gangster's Son In Mumbai

Rediff.com6 days ago

Mumbai Police have arrested two suspects in connection with the shooting of Sameer Sheikh, son of alleged gangster Asif Dadi, who was reportedly linked to the Dawood Ibrahim gang.

Bangladeshi Nationals Top List Of Foreigners Arrested In India: NCRB

Bangladeshi Nationals Top List Of Foreigners Arrested In India: NCRB

Rediff.com7 May 2026

Bangladeshi nationals topped the list of foreign nationals arrested in India in 2024, according to the latest NCRB data, followed by Nigerians and Nepalis. West Bengal recorded the highest number of crimes committed by foreigners among states, while Delhi topped union territories.

Two Arrested Over Woman's Murder In Koderma

Two Arrested Over Woman's Murder In Koderma

Rediff.com2 days ago

Police in Koderma, Jharkhand, have arrested two individuals in connection with the murder of a 30-year-old woman. The motive is believed to be revenge related to an extramarital affair involving the victim's husband.

International Crypto Network With Terror Links Busted In Gujarat

International Crypto Network With Terror Links Busted In Gujarat

Rediff.com1 hour ago

The Gujarat CID Crime has dismantled an international cryptocurrency network worth Rs 226 crore, revealing links to a front organisation of the terror group Hamas. Nine individuals have been arrested in connection with the syndicate, which is implicated in cyber fraud, narcotics, and terror funding.

Delhi Man Arrested After Maiming Event Manager In Robbery

Delhi Man Arrested After Maiming Event Manager In Robbery

Rediff.com1 days ago

A 70-year-old man accused of a brutal robbery and extortion attempt in Delhi's Dwarka, during which he allegedly chopped off both thumbs of an event manager, has been arrested after evading capture for nearly six years.

Jharkhand to Provide Financial Aid to Crime Victims

Jharkhand to Provide Financial Aid to Crime Victims

Rediff.com26 Feb 2026

The Jharkhand government will provide financial assistance to victims of crime or their dependents under the Jharkhand Victim Compensation Scheme, 2016. Minimum compensation amounts have been fixed for various crimes, with applications submitted to the District Legal Services Authority (DLSA).

Odisha Police Investigate Lynching Of Constable: Key Developments

Odisha Police Investigate Lynching Of Constable: Key Developments

Rediff.com10 May 2026

Odisha Police Crime Branch investigates the lynching of a GRP constable accused of attempted rape, leading to suspensions and transfers within the police force.

Why Delhi Leads In Cognisable Offences Among Metro Cities

Why Delhi Leads In Cognisable Offences Among Metro Cities

Rediff.com7 May 2026

Delhi recorded the highest number of cognisable offences among 19 metropolitan cities in India, according to the NCRB's 'Crime in India 2024' report, despite a decrease in cases compared to the previous two years.

BJP MLA's Phone Snatched During Morning Walk

BJP MLA's Phone Snatched During Morning Walk

Rediff.com1 days ago

A 19-year-old man allegedly snatched the mobile phone of BJP MLA Dharamlal Kaushik during his morning walk in Raipur. The accused was arrested within eight hours, but the incident has sparked political controversy.

Why Delhi Leads In Theft Cases Across India

Why Delhi Leads In Theft Cases Across India

Rediff.com6 May 2026

Delhi reported a staggering 1,80,973 theft cases in 2024, resulting in almost 3,480 cases per week, and roughly 497 cases per day, which is 73.3 per cent of the national total - a major lead over other metropolitan centres.

Why Delhi Has The Highest Number Of Theft Cases In India

Why Delhi Has The Highest Number Of Theft Cases In India

Rediff.com6 May 2026

Delhi reported a staggering 1,80,973 theft cases in 2024, resulting in almost 3,480 cases per week, and roughly 497 cases per day, which is 73.3 per cent of the national total - a major lead over other metropolitan centres.

Three India-Origin Persons Killed in Canada Amidst Hate Crime Fears

Three India-Origin Persons Killed in Canada Amidst Hate Crime Fears

Rediff.com18 Mar 2026

Three individuals of Indian origin have been killed in Canada in separate incidents, raising concerns about potential hate crimes and prompting investigations by Canadian authorities.