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ED quizzes YouTuber Elvish Yadav again for 7 hrs in snake venom case

ED quizzes YouTuber Elvish Yadav again for 7 hrs in snake venom case

Rediff.com6 Sep 2024

The agency recorded the statement of the 26-year-old man at its zonal office located at Ashok Marg in Lucknow for about seven hours.

Raut dealt with unaccounted money but not proceeds of crime, says court

Raut dealt with unaccounted money but not proceeds of crime, says court

Rediff.com10 Nov 2022

A special court in Mumbai has said that Shiv Sena MP Sanjay Raut dealt with some "unaccounted money" for purchasing plots at Kihim near Alibag in Raigad district, but the same cannot be "thrown in the stock of proceeds of crime (POC) under the provisions of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA)".

CBI searches RG Kar ex-principal's premises over financial irregularities

CBI searches RG Kar ex-principal's premises over financial irregularities

Rediff.com25 Aug 2024

The anti-corruption unit of the Central Bureau of Investigation also searched the residences and offices of those engaged in supplying materials for the management and care of patients.

Home ministry compiles data of 10L sexual offenders to fight crime

Home ministry compiles data of 10L sexual offenders to fight crime

Rediff.com27 Apr 2022

The details of the sexual offenders convicted under the charges of rape, gang rape, harassing women and provisions of the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act are available on the database.

Full text: President Murmu's R-Day eve address to the nation

Full text: President Murmu's R-Day eve address to the nation

Rediff.com25 Jan 2025

'Today, let us reaffirm our commitment to strive to realise Gandhiji's dreams. His watchwords, truth and nonviolence, will continue to remain relevant for the whole world. He also taught us that rights and duties are but the two sides of the coin - indeed, the true source of rights is duty. Today we recall his lessons in compassion too - compassion not only for our human neighbours but also for our other neighbours, namely, flora and fauna, rivers and mountains.'

ED probe against Sidda's wife: Irregularities found

ED probe against Sidda's wife: Irregularities found

Rediff.com3 Dec 2024

Evidence of several irregularities have been detected in the transfer of 14 sites by the Mysuru Urban Development Authority (MUDA) to B M Parvathi, the wife of Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, according to the Enforcement Directorate.

Kolkata rape: SC questions Bengal govt over FIR delay, raps police

Kolkata rape: SC questions Bengal govt over FIR delay, raps police

Rediff.com20 Aug 2024

Terming the rape and murder case of a medic at Kolkata's RG Kar Medical College and Hospital as horrific, the Supreme Court on Tuesday came down heavily on the West Bengal government over delay in filing first information report (FIR) in the matter.

Zero FIR, online complaints: New criminal laws ready for rollout on July 1

Zero FIR, online complaints: New criminal laws ready for rollout on July 1

Rediff.com26 Jun 2024

The Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita 2023, Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita 2023 and Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam 2023 mark a significant step towards empowering Indian citizens and aim to create a more accessible, supportive and efficient justice system for everyone, official sources said.

How to protect yourself from Fake News & Cyber Crimes

How to protect yourself from Fake News & Cyber Crimes

Rediff.com6 May 2020

'More than 114 cases have been registered for spreading fake messages, rumours and fake news on WhatsApp.' 'People on various groups are reporting such crimes.' 'The most heartening development is people are now not tolerating such things.'

Centre notifies rules under anti-paper leak law

Centre notifies rules under anti-paper leak law

Rediff.com24 Jun 2024

The Centre on Monday made public the rules under the recently-notified anti-paper leak law, mandating the National Recruitment Agency (NRA) to prepare norms, standards and guidelines for the computer-based tests among others.

Crimes against SCs, STs went up in 2020; UP, MP top charts: NCRB

Crimes against SCs, STs went up in 2020; UP, MP top charts: NCRB

Rediff.com16 Sep 2021

Last year, 50,291 cases were registered for crimes committed against Scheduled Castes, an increase of 9.4 per cent over 2019 (45,961 cases). The crime rate had increased from 22.8 per lakh population to 25 per lakh population in 2020, the National Crime Records Bureau stated.

Rajasthan Cong rebel who slapped SDM held after violence, arson

Rajasthan Cong rebel who slapped SDM held after violence, arson

Rediff.com14 Nov 2024

Independent MLA candidate Naresh Meena was arrested on Thursday following high drama and escalating violence in which a mob assaulted a PTI reporter and video cameraperson and burnt their camera.

Hate crimes against Asian Americans must stop: Biden

Hate crimes against Asian Americans must stop: Biden

Rediff.com12 Mar 2021

Biden's reference to the hate crime against Asian Americans was welcomed by Indian-American Congressman Ro Khanna.

Police Get More Powers Under New Laws

Police Get More Powers Under New Laws

Rediff.com1 Jul 2024

Lawyers have pointed out that the new laws increase police powers by extending the maximum limit of police custody from 15 days to 60 days or 90 days.

SC sets aside HC order, rules child porn an offence under POCSO, IT laws

SC sets aside HC order, rules child porn an offence under POCSO, IT laws

Rediff.com23 Sep 2024

In a landmark verdict, the Supreme Court on Monday held that watching and downloading child pornography are offences under the POCSO Act and the information technology law.

SC to hear Kolkata rape-murder case first on Tuesday

SC to hear Kolkata rape-murder case first on Tuesday

Rediff.com20 Aug 2024

A bench headed by Chief Justice DY Chandrachud, which had taken cognisance of the incident, has kept the matter on top of the cause list for hearing at 10:30 am on Tuesday.

Kahan Shuru Kahan Khatam Comes With A Message

Kahan Shuru Kahan Khatam Comes With A Message

Rediff.com20 Sep 2024

Kahan Shuru Kahan Khatam, with its retro-inspired title song and background score just tries too hard, both with the comedy and the message, feels Deepa Gahlot.

UP Cabinet passes ordinance to prevent cow slaughter

UP Cabinet passes ordinance to prevent cow slaughter

Rediff.com9 Jun 2020

For the first offence, a person can be given a rigorous punishment of one to seven years with a fine ranging from Rs 1 lakh to Rs 3 lakh.

ED gets 4-day custody of AAP MLA Amanatullah Khan in PMLA case

ED gets 4-day custody of AAP MLA Amanatullah Khan in PMLA case

Rediff.com3 Sep 2024

Several Aam Aadmi Party leaders, including Manish Sisodia and Sanjay Singh, hit out at the BJP government at the Centre, saying agencies are targeting those who raised their voice against the ruling party.

Order granting bail to Kejriwal 'perverse', ED tells HC

Order granting bail to Kejriwal 'perverse', ED tells HC

Rediff.com24 Jun 2024

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Monday told the Delhi high court that the trial court order granting bail to Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal was based on 'perverse' findings as it did not consider the material demonstrating his 'neck deep involvement' in the offence of money laundering linked to the alleged excise scam.

Kejriwal used 'scam' money to stay at luxury Goa hotel: ED

Kejriwal used 'scam' money to stay at luxury Goa hotel: ED

Rediff.com11 Jul 2024

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal 'directly used' part of the alleged Rs 100 crore generated from the 'kickbacks' of the Delhi excise policy 'scam' by staying in a luxury hotel in Goa, the Enforcement Directorate (ED) has claimed in its charge sheet filed against the Aam Aadmi Party supremo.

Centre suggests night patrol, access control for medics' safety

Centre suggests night patrol, access control for medics' safety

Rediff.com28 Aug 2024

Night patrolling on hospital premises and regulating access for people to key areas are among the measures the Centre has asked states to implement to ensure the safety of medics at workplaces, following Supreme Court orders in the rape-murder case of a junior doctor in Kolkata.

Matter of foreign policy: SC rejects plea for halting arms export to Israel

Matter of foreign policy: SC rejects plea for halting arms export to Israel

Rediff.com9 Sep 2024

A bench comprising Chief Justice DY Chandrachud and Justices JB Pardiwala and Manoj Misra said Indian firms, involved in the export of arms and equipment to Israel, may be sued for breach of contractual obligations if they are stopped by it from supplying.

SC refuses interim bail to Kejriwal in CBI case

SC refuses interim bail to Kejriwal in CBI case

Rediff.com14 Aug 2024

The Supreme Court on Wednesday refused to grant interim bail to Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal in a corruption case filed by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) in the alleged excise policy scam.

Nitish Kumar offers to touch official's feet to expedite road project

Nitish Kumar offers to touch official's feet to expedite road project

Rediff.com10 Jul 2024

A livid Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on Wednesday asked a representative of a private company to expedite a road project in Patna and even offered to touch his feet to speed it up.

Tirupati laddu row: Food safety regulator notice to ghee supplier

Tirupati laddu row: Food safety regulator notice to ghee supplier

Rediff.com23 Sep 2024

The controversy has sparked reactions across states. The famous Mankameshwar temple in Uttar Pradesh has now banned offerings of 'prasad' bought by devotees from outside and said they can offer homemade 'prasad' or fruits.

CBI arrests RG Kar ex-principal, 3 others over fin irregularities

CBI arrests RG Kar ex-principal, 3 others over fin irregularities

Rediff.com3 Sep 2024

Officials said the three others who have been arrested are Ghosh's security guard Afsar Ali (44), and hospital vendors Biplav Singha (52) and Suman Hazara (46) who used to supply material to the hospital.

'Employees Can File Harassment Complaints Without Proof'

'Employees Can File Harassment Complaints Without Proof'

Rediff.com29 Oct 2024

"If HR isn't responsive, it's critical to keep records of all interactions -- e-mails, dates and any conversations you had. If HR fails to help, escalate the matter to higher management or the internal complaints committee," says Smita Shetty Kapoor.

Spot probe points to human rights 'violation' in Sandeshkhali, says NHRC

Spot probe points to human rights 'violation' in Sandeshkhali, says NHRC

Rediff.com13 Apr 2024

The National Human Rights Commission, in its report, also observed that the "pervasive fear of reprisal, coupled with the power dynamics at play, acted as a formidable barrier", preventing individuals from voicing their grievances.

Cyber criminals make woman lawyer strip on camera, send Rs 14 lakh

Cyber criminals make woman lawyer strip on camera, send Rs 14 lakh

Rediff.com9 Apr 2024

A woman lawyer in Bengaluru fell prey to cyber criminals and during 'video arrest' for two days she not only lost money to the tune of Rs 14.57 lakh but also posed nude on camera for them, police sources said on Tuesday.

ALARMING! Student suicide rate rising in India, surpasses population growth rate

ALARMING! Student suicide rate rising in India, surpasses population growth rate

Rediff.com29 Aug 2024

According to the report, Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, and Madhya Pradesh are identified as the states with the highest number of student suicides, together accounting for one-third of the national total.

Death for crimes against women, kids in proposed Maha law

Death for crimes against women, kids in proposed Maha law

Rediff.com10 Dec 2020

The bills -- the Maharashtra Shakti Criminal Law (Maharashtra Amendment) Act, 2020 and the Special Court and Machinery for Implementation of Maharashtra Shakti Criminal Law, 2020 -- will be introduced in both houses during the winter session of Maharashtra legislative assembly and council.

Dying man forced to sing national anthem: HC orders CBI probe

Dying man forced to sing national anthem: HC orders CBI probe

Rediff.com23 Jul 2024

In a video clip that had gone viral on social media, Faizan, along with four other Muslim men, was seen being beaten up by policemen while being forced to sing the national anthem and 'Vande Mataram'.

ED raids rose by 86 times under BJP government

ED raids rose by 86 times under BJP government

Rediff.com17 Apr 2024

Searches conducted by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) under the anti-money laundering law rose by 86 times while arrests and attachment of assets jumped by around 25 times in the 10 years since 2014 compared to the preceding nine-year period, according to official data.

CBI names RG Kar ex-principal Sandip Ghosh in corruption FIR

CBI names RG Kar ex-principal Sandip Ghosh in corruption FIR

Rediff.com26 Aug 2024

The agency has slapped Section 120B of IPC (criminal conspiracy) read with Section 420 IPC (cheating and dishonesty) and Section 7 of Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988 (amended in 2018) which covers unlawful acceptance of gratification by a public servant.

Population of Hindus, Adivasis on decline in J'Khand: Modi

Population of Hindus, Adivasis on decline in J'Khand: Modi

Rediff.com2 Oct 2024

He asserted that it was time to "throw such forces out" to protect "mati, beti, roti" (land, daughter, bread).

Big relief for Kejriwal as Delhi court grants bail

Big relief for Kejriwal as Delhi court grants bail

Rediff.com21 Jun 2024

The judge passed the order after hearing arguments advanced by the prosecution and the defence counsel on Kejriwal's application for regular bail.

Sidda blames 'politics of hate', rules out resignation

Sidda blames 'politics of hate', rules out resignation

Rediff.com1 Oct 2024

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Tuesday questioned the ED slapping a money laundering case against him in the MUDA 'scam' and once again ruled out his resignation over the issue.

'Pick your battles', CJI cautions probe agencies

'Pick your battles', CJI cautions probe agencies

Rediff.com1 Apr 2024

Expressing concern over instances of 'unwarranted' confiscation of personal devices during raids, the CJI said they highlight the pressing need to strike a balance between investigative imperatives and individual privacy rights.

Rs 5.49 cr fine imposed on Paytm Payments Bank under anti-money laundering law

Rs 5.49 cr fine imposed on Paytm Payments Bank under anti-money laundering law

Rediff.com1 Mar 2024

Financial Intelligence Unit-India (FIU-IND) has imposed a Rs 5.49 crore penalty on Paytm Payments Bank for violating anti-money laundering rules, the Finance Ministry said on Friday. FIU-IND initiated a review of Paytm Payments Bank on receipt of specific information from law enforcement agencies in respect of few entities and their network of businesses engaged in a number of illegal acts, including organising and facilitating online gambling.