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JEE Aspirant Dies By Suicide In Kota PG

JEE Aspirant Dies By Suicide In Kota PG

Rediff.com4 Jun 2026

A 17-year-old JEE aspirant was found dead by suicide in his paying guest accommodation in Kota, Rajasthan. Police are investigating the incident, and no suicide note has been found.

Punjab Police Officer Found Dead In Amritsar

Punjab Police Officer Found Dead In Amritsar

Rediff.com24 May 2026

The body of a Punjab Police assistant sub-inspector, Joga Singh, was discovered near the Fatehgarh Churian-Majithia road in Amritsar with a gunshot injury. Police are investigating all possible angles, including personal enmity and road rage.

Pregnant Woman Dies In Delhi; Dowry Harassment Alleged

Pregnant Woman Dies In Delhi; Dowry Harassment Alleged

Rediff.com27 May 2026

A 25-year-old pregnant woman died after allegedly falling from a building in Delhi. Her family has accused her husband and in-laws of dowry harassment, prompting a police investigation.

Shahjahanpur Police Arrest Stepfather, Father In Child Murder Case

Shahjahanpur Police Arrest Stepfather, Father In Child Murder Case

Rediff.com4 Jun 2026

Police in Shahjahanpur, Uttar Pradesh, have arrested a man and his father in connection with the alleged murder of the man's four-year-old stepdaughter. The child was reportedly beaten to death and her body secretly buried. The arrests followed a complaint by the child's mother, and the body is set to be exhumed for examination.

Bangladeshi Student Dies By Suicide In Faridabad Hostel

Bangladeshi Student Dies By Suicide In Faridabad Hostel

Rediff.com24 May 2026

A Bangladeshi student was found dead in his hostel room in Faridabad, with police investigating a possible suicide.

Revenge Killing: Five Arrested After Skeleton Found In Water Tank

Revenge Killing: Five Arrested After Skeleton Found In Water Tank

Rediff.com6 Jun 2026

Police in Palghar, Maharashtra, have recovered the skeleton of a 32-year-old history-sheeter, Ravi Bidlan, from a water tank in Nalasopara, nearly five months after he went missing. Five individuals, including the main accused Rohan Jagdale, have been arrested for his alleged murder, which is believed to be a revenge killing.

Thane Murder: Police Arrest Two, Detain 13 Suspects Fleeing State

Thane Murder: Police Arrest Two, Detain 13 Suspects Fleeing State

Rediff.com6 Jun 2026

A 23-year-old man, Deepak Jaiswal, was allegedly beaten to death in Thane over mobile phone theft and bullying. Police have arrested two main accused, Ajay Devkilal Giri and Shiva Sanjay Goswami, and detained 13 other suspects who were attempting to flee the state on the Gorakhpur Express. A murder case has been registered, and investigations are ongoing to determine the roles of all detained individuals.

Man Held For Killing Wife Over Affair Suspicion

Man Held For Killing Wife Over Affair Suspicion

Rediff.com23 May 2026

A man in Shamli, Uttar Pradesh, has been arrested for allegedly strangling his wife to death due to suspicions of an extra-marital affair.

Young Man Fatally Stabbed In Delhi's New Usmanpur Area

Young Man Fatally Stabbed In Delhi's New Usmanpur Area

Rediff.com2 Jun 2026

A 26-year-old man was stabbed to death in northeast Delhi's New Usmanpur area early Tuesday morning. Police have identified the victim as Lalit and have launched an investigation into the murder.

Mystery Surrounds Death of Young Woman in Deoria

Mystery Surrounds Death of Young Woman in Deoria

Rediff.com2 Apr 2026

A 19-year-old woman was found dead in Deoria district, Uttar Pradesh, raising suspicions of murder among villagers. Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding her death.

Land Dispute Turns Deadly: Man Kills Brother, Then Himself

Land Dispute Turns Deadly: Man Kills Brother, Then Himself

Rediff.com1 Jun 2026

A man in Kannauj, Uttar Pradesh, allegedly killed his elder brother with a sharp weapon over a land dispute and later died by suicide, police said.

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 Hotel Fire: Key Accused Jay Mishra Surrenders

Delhi Hotel Fire: Key Accused Jay Mishra Surrenders

Rediff.com8 Jun 2026

Jay Mishra, a key accused and associate of the hotel owner in the south Delhi hotel fire that killed 22 people, has surrendered to a court and been remanded to police custody. Mishra is believed to have played a crucial role in the hotel's operations, and his arrest is a significant development in the ongoing investigation into the tragic blaze.

Young Man Found Dead In UP Forest With Bullet Wound

Young Man Found Dead In UP Forest With Bullet Wound

Rediff.com1 Jun 2026

A 23-year-old man was found dead with a bullet injury in a forest area in Bulandshahr, Uttar Pradesh. Police suspect suicide and are investigating the incident.

Baghpat Triple Murder: Long-Standing Rivalry Ends In Fatal Shootout

Baghpat Triple Murder: Long-Standing Rivalry Ends In Fatal Shootout

Rediff.com10 Jun 2026

A long-standing rivalry in Baghpat, Uttar Pradesh, escalated into a fatal shootout, resulting in the deaths of a tent trader, his son, and the alleged attacker. The incident, captured on CCTV, involved locals reportedly beating the attacker, who later succumbed to injuries. Police have arrested one person and formed multiple teams to apprehend others involved, while the town experienced protests and a market shutdown.

Death Sentence for Three in 2019 Muzaffarnagar Lawyer Murder

Death Sentence for Three in 2019 Muzaffarnagar Lawyer Murder

Rediff.com6 Apr 2026

A fast track court in Muzaffarnagar has sentenced three people to death and another to seven years' imprisonment for the abduction and murder of a lawyer in 2019.

Engineering Student Dies In Suspicious Circumstances In Bihar Hostel

Engineering Student Dies In Suspicious Circumstances In Bihar Hostel

Rediff.com21 May 2026

A third-year engineering student was found dead in her hostel room in East Champaran district, Bihar, prompting a police investigation into the suspicious circumstances surrounding her death.

Husband Confesses To Wife's Murder In Gurugram

Husband Confesses To Wife's Murder In Gurugram

Rediff.com13 Jun 2026

A brick supplier in Gurugram allegedly murdered his wife with a hammer following a domestic dispute and then called the police to confess. The accused, Nayab, was taken into custody, and an investigation is underway.

Police Investigate Discovery of Headless Body in Bulandshahr

Police Investigate Discovery of Headless Body in Bulandshahr

Rediff.com15 Mar 2026

Police in Bulandshahr, Uttar Pradesh, are investigating the discovery of a headless woman's body found near a canal in a forest area. Authorities are working to identify the woman, believed to be in her early 30s, and have launched a probe into the incident.

2 officers among 5 IAF personnel killed as AN-32 crashes in Assam

2 officers among 5 IAF personnel killed as AN-32 crashes in Assam

Rediff.com13 Jun 2026

Five Indian Air Force personnel, including two officers, were killed when their Russian-origin Antonov An-32 transport aircraft crashed while landing at Jorhat in Assam on Saturday. The co-pilot sustained injuries and is undergoing treatment.

Delhi Police Arrest Man For Stabbing Friend Over Dispute

Delhi Police Arrest Man For Stabbing Friend Over Dispute

Rediff.com4 Jun 2026

Delhi Police have arrested a 26-year-old man, Mohit, for allegedly stabbing his friend, Lalit, to death in northeast Delhi's Gautampuri area. The accused confessed to the crime, citing recent disputes between them and the victim's brother as the motive. The knife used in the murder has been recovered.

Workplace Harassment Allegations Emerge In TCS Staffer's Suicide Case

Workplace Harassment Allegations Emerge In TCS Staffer's Suicide Case

Rediff.com12 Jun 2026

Police in Pune have registered a case of abetment to suicide against three individuals, including two Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) employees, following the death of a 48-year-old IT staffer. The deceased, Amit Brahme, left a suicide note accusing colleagues of humiliation and a friend of defamation. TCS has acknowledged the allegations and stated it is investigating the matter while extending support to the family.

Jaipur Tragedy: Elderly Woman Jumps From 14th Floor Flat

Jaipur Tragedy: Elderly Woman Jumps From 14th Floor Flat

Rediff.com4 Jun 2026

An 82-year-old woman, Laxmi Jain, allegedly died by suicide after jumping from her 14th-floor flat in Jaipur's Harmada area. Her family had reportedly locked the flat from outside as she was unwell and had poor eyesight. Police are investigating the incident, which prima facie appears to be a suicide.

How Haridwar Police Cracked A Blind Murder Case

How Haridwar Police Cracked A Blind Murder Case

Rediff.com7 Jun 2026

Haridwar police have solved a blind murder case, arresting three suspects from Uttar Pradesh. The victim, Kaushalya, was identified through tattoos and extensive investigation involving CCTV footage and mobile data. The motive was revealed to be a relationship dispute, with one suspect conspiring with relatives to murder her.

Rat Poison Suspected In Mumbai Family Deaths

Rat Poison Suspected In Mumbai Family Deaths

Rediff.com7 May 2026

Four members of a family in Mumbai died last month due to rat poison, police officials said. The Forensic Science Laboratory report confirmed the presence of zinc phosphide in the deceased's viscera and a watermelon sample.

Investigation Launched After HIV Patient's Fatal Fall From Jamshedpur Hospital

Investigation Launched After HIV Patient's Fatal Fall From Jamshedpur Hospital

Rediff.com20 Mar 2026

An HIV patient in Jamshedpur, Jharkhand, died after reportedly jumping from the fourth floor of a state-run hospital. The patient, who also suffered from tuberculosis, had been admitted on March 16 and had previously attempted to jump from a window.

Missing Jharkhand Man Found Dead In Garwah Forest

Missing Jharkhand Man Found Dead In Garwah Forest

Rediff.com27 May 2026

The decomposed body of a 65-year-old man, Sakal Korwa, who had been missing since last Saturday, was recovered from a forest in Jharkhand's Garwah district.

Why Mass Fish Deaths In Najafgarh Drain Are A Concern

Why Mass Fish Deaths In Najafgarh Drain Are A Concern

Rediff.com22 Apr 2026

Thousands of dead fish have been found floating in the Najafgarh drain near the Dhansa regulator, raising concerns about pollution levels. Activists attribute the deaths to the inflow of untreated residential effluents and industrial wastes, exacerbated by rising temperatures.

Odisha CM Under Fire For Alleged Rise In Police Brutality

Odisha CM Under Fire For Alleged Rise In Police Brutality

Rediff.com2 Jun 2026

Opposition parties in Odisha, BJD and Congress, have criticised Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, accusing him of a surge in police brutality. The allegations stem from a custodial death in Ganjam district and other instances of alleged police misconduct. The BJP has defended the government, stating that prompt action has been taken in response to these cases.

Protest Over Child Deaths In Manipur Turns Violent

Protest Over Child Deaths In Manipur Turns Violent

Rediff.com21 Apr 2026

Protests in Imphal, Manipur, over the deaths of two children in a bomb blast turned violent, with demonstrators clashing with security forces. The unrest occurred during a torch rally, leading to the use of tear gas and arrests for curfew violations and property damage.

Mutilated Body Of Missing Boy Found In Kota Forest

Mutilated Body Of Missing Boy Found In Kota Forest

Rediff.com27 May 2026

The mutilated body of a 10-year-old boy, who had been missing, was discovered near a forest in Kota's Railway Colony area. Police suspect the involvement of a 16-year-old neighbour in the killing.

Seelampur Murder: Husband Arrested For Killing Wife With Hammer

Seelampur Murder: Husband Arrested For Killing Wife With Hammer

Rediff.com11 Jun 2026

A 36-year-old man, Daud Ishaq Khan, was arrested in Seelampur, Delhi, for allegedly murdering his 35-year-old wife with a mini hammer after an argument. Police apprehended him within hours of the incident.

Indore Man Kills Wife Over Affair, Then Dies By Suicide; Lover Ends Life

Indore Man Kills Wife Over Affair, Then Dies By Suicide; Lover Ends Life

Rediff.com27 May 2026

A man in Indore, Madhya Pradesh, allegedly killed his wife and then died by suicide due to her extramarital affair. The woman's alleged lover also ended his life after learning about the couple's deaths.

Woman's Body Found Stuffed In Drum In Patiala

Woman's Body Found Stuffed In Drum In Patiala

Rediff.com27 May 2026

The body of a 25-year-old woman, identified as Neha, was found stuffed inside a plastic drum near the DMW Railway Colony in Patiala, Punjab; police are investigating the case and have detained two local youths for questioning.

Woman Dies By Suicide; Husband Arrested In Greater Noida

Woman Dies By Suicide; Husband Arrested In Greater Noida

Rediff.com22 May 2026

A 32-year-old woman died after allegedly consuming a poisonous substance in Greater Noida, leading to the arrest of her husband on charges of abetment to suicide.

Medical Student Found Dead At Indore College Hostel

Medical Student Found Dead At Indore College Hostel

Rediff.com18 May 2026

A postgraduate medical student in Indore allegedly committed suicide by jumping from the sixth floor of his hostel. Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding his death.

Man Held For Allegedly Killing Wife Over Affair Suspicion

Man Held For Allegedly Killing Wife Over Affair Suspicion

Rediff.com23 May 2026

A man in Shamli, Uttar Pradesh, has been arrested for allegedly strangling his wife to death due to suspicions of an extra-marital affair.

SUV Driver Under Alcohol Influence Kills Pedestrian In Delhi

SUV Driver Under Alcohol Influence Kills Pedestrian In Delhi

Rediff.com7 Jun 2026

A 55-year-old pedestrian was killed in Delhi's Rajouri Garden after being hit by an SUV whose 27-year-old driver was allegedly under the influence of alcohol. The victim remains unidentified, while the driver has been arrested and his vehicle seized.

Couple Found Dead In UP, Suspected Suicide Due To Childlessness

Couple Found Dead In UP, Suspected Suicide Due To Childlessness

Rediff.com27 May 2026

A couple in Uttar Pradesh was found dead, suspected to have committed suicide due to the stress of not having children after 14 years of marriage.

CAF Constable Dies By Suicide In Chhattisgarh's Bastar Region

CAF Constable Dies By Suicide In Chhattisgarh's Bastar Region

Rediff.com8 Jun 2026

A Chhattisgarh Armed Force (CAF) constable allegedly shot himself dead in Kondagaon district, marking the first such incident among security personnel in the Bastar region since it was declared Maoist-free on March 31.