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Punjab and Haryana HC Acquits AAP MLA in 2013 Molestation Case

Punjab and Haryana HC Acquits AAP MLA in 2013 Molestation Case

Rediff.com31 Mar 2026

The Punjab and Haryana High Court has acquitted AAP MLA Manjinder Singh Lalpura and seven others in a 2013 molestation and assault case after a compromise was reached between the involved parties.

Chhattisgarh ex-CM Ajit Jogi's son convicted in 2003 NCP leader murder case

Chhattisgarh ex-CM Ajit Jogi's son convicted in 2003 NCP leader murder case

Rediff.com3 Apr 2026

The Chhattisgarh High Court has convicted Amit Jogi in the 2003 murder of NCP leader Ramavatar Jaggi, overturning a previous acquittal. Jogi has been ordered to surrender within three weeks.

Court Allows Lalu Aide Amit Katyal to Travel, Modifies Bail Terms in Money Laundering Case

Court Allows Lalu Aide Amit Katyal to Travel, Modifies Bail Terms in Money Laundering Case

Rediff.com16 Apr 2026

A Delhi court has granted Amit Katyal, a businessman linked to Lalu Prasad's family, permission to travel for religious purposes and modified his bail conditions in a money laundering case.

Rajasthan Opposition Alleges Conflict of Interest in Adarsh Credit Society Scam Case

Rajasthan Opposition Alleges Conflict of Interest in Adarsh Credit Society Scam Case

Rediff.com3 Apr 2026

Rajasthan's Leader of Opposition, Tika Ram Jully, has accused the state government of a 'double game' in the Adarsh Credit Cooperative Society scam, alleging a conflict of interest involving the Additional Advocate General.

Student Suicide At NIT Kurukshetra: Protests Erupt

Student Suicide At NIT Kurukshetra: Protests Erupt

Rediff.com17 Apr 2026

A second-year student at the National Institute of Technology (NIT), Kurukshetra, was found dead in her hostel room, marking the fourth suspected student suicide in two months, triggering protests on campus.

SC Orders CBI to Share Manipur Violence Charge Sheets with Victims

SC Orders CBI to Share Manipur Violence Charge Sheets with Victims

Rediff.com26 Feb 2026

The Supreme Court has directed the CBI and Manipur SITs to provide copies of charge sheets in the 2023 Manipur ethnic violence cases to the victims and their families, ensuring legal aid and addressing concerns about the progress of investigations and victim support.

SC Orders CBI, SITs to Provide Charge Sheets to Manipur Violence Victims

SC Orders CBI, SITs to Provide Charge Sheets to Manipur Violence Victims

Rediff.com26 Feb 2026

The Supreme Court has directed the CBI and Manipur SITs to provide charge sheets in the 2023 Manipur ethnic violence cases to the victims and their families, ensuring legal aid and covering travel expenses for court appearances in Guwahati.

SC Orders CBI, SITs to Provide Charge Sheets to Manipur Violence Victims

SC Orders CBI, SITs to Provide Charge Sheets to Manipur Violence Victims

Rediff.com26 Feb 2026

The Supreme Court has directed the CBI and Manipur SITs to provide charge sheets in the 2023 Manipur ethnic violence cases to the victims and their families, ensuring legal aid and covering travel expenses for court appearances in Guwahati.

Bombay High Court Orders Retrial in 2017 Rape and Murder Case Due to Lack of Legal Representation

Bombay High Court Orders Retrial in 2017 Rape and Murder Case Due to Lack of Legal Representation

Rediff.com24 Mar 2026

The Bombay High Court overturned the conviction and death sentence of a man in a 2017 rape and murder case, citing a violation of his fundamental right to a fair trial due to lack of legal representation. The court ordered a fresh trial, emphasising the need for a fair process for both the accused and the prosecution.

SC dismisses plea on AI171 crash probe, questions petitioner

SC dismisses plea on AI171 crash probe, questions petitioner

Rediff.com1 Apr 2026

The Supreme Court dismissed a petition related to the preliminary investigation report on the Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad, questioning the petitioner's motives and agenda.

Dera Sacha Sauda Chief Acquitted in 2002 Murder Case

Dera Sacha Sauda Chief Acquitted in 2002 Murder Case

Rediff.com7 Mar 2026

The Punjab and Haryana High Court has acquitted Dera Sacha Sauda chief Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh in the 2002 murder case of a journalist, overturning a previous conviction by a special CBI court.

'So jaao, theek hai': Harish Rana prepares to say final goodbye

'So jaao, theek hai': Harish Rana prepares to say final goodbye

Rediff.com16 Mar 2026

After a landmark Supreme Court ruling, the family of Harish Rana, comatose for 12 years, prepares for his passive euthanasia, marking a significant moment in India's end-of-life care debate.

Woman Attempts Self-Immolation Over Land Dispute Inaction in Lucknow

Woman Attempts Self-Immolation Over Land Dispute Inaction in Lucknow

Rediff.com27 Feb 2026

A woman in Lucknow, frustrated by alleged inaction in a land dispute, attempted self-immolation near Lok Bhawan but was rescued by police. The incident highlights the woman's grievances regarding encroachment and lack of resolution despite multiple applications.

Child Trafficking Suspect Nabbed at Chandauli Station, Six Children Rescued

Child Trafficking Suspect Nabbed at Chandauli Station, Six Children Rescued

Rediff.com17 Mar 2026

A man was arrested at a railway station in Chandauli, Uttar Pradesh, for allegedly trafficking six children to Vadodara for labour. The children were rescued and handed over to the Railway Child Help Desk.

Chhattisgarh HC Sentences Amit Jogi to Life Imprisonment in Murder Case

Chhattisgarh HC Sentences Amit Jogi to Life Imprisonment in Murder Case

Rediff.com6 Apr 2026

The Chhattisgarh High Court has sentenced Amit Jogi, son of former chief minister Ajit Jogi, to life imprisonment for the 2003 murder of NCP leader Ramavatar Jaggi, overturning a previous acquittal.

Chiraiya Review: Thought-Provoking Yet Inconsistent

Chiraiya Review: Thought-Provoking Yet Inconsistent

Rediff.com20 Mar 2026

Chiraiya could have been a powerful, hard-hitting series but it ends up feeling scattered and emotionally uneven, observes Divya Nair.

SC Orders CBI to Share Manipur Violence Charge Sheets with Victims

SC Orders CBI to Share Manipur Violence Charge Sheets with Victims

Rediff.com26 Feb 2026

The Supreme Court has directed the CBI and Manipur SITs to provide copies of charge sheets in the 2023 Manipur ethnic violence cases to the victims and their families, ensuring legal aid and addressing concerns over investigation progress and victim support.

Model Accuses IPL Cricketer Amit Mishra of Dowry Harassment and Assault

Model Accuses IPL Cricketer Amit Mishra of Dowry Harassment and Assault

Rediff.com9 Mar 2026

A model has filed a complaint in a Kanpur court against her husband, IPL cricketer Amit Mishra, accusing him and his family of dowry harassment, assault, and abetment to suicide.

AIIMS-Delhi begins euthanasia process for Harish Rana post SC ruling

AIIMS-Delhi begins euthanasia process for Harish Rana post SC ruling

Rediff.com16 Mar 2026

AIIMS-Delhi has begun implementing the Supreme Court's decision to allow passive euthanasia for Harish Rana, who has been in a coma since 2013. A specialised medical team has been formed to oversee the process, which is expected to take two to three weeks.

Meghalaya Police Offer Helmets Instead of Fines for Child Safety

Meghalaya Police Offer Helmets Instead of Fines for Child Safety

Rediff.com19 Mar 2026

Meghalaya Police in East Khasi Hills distributed helmets to riders transporting children without headgear, focusing on education and safety over fines.

Karnataka unveils draft policy to address digital addiction in students

Karnataka unveils draft policy to address digital addiction in students

Rediff.com1 Apr 2026

The Karnataka government has introduced a draft policy to address the growing concerns surrounding excessive and unsafe digital technology use among students, focusing on mental health, cyber safety, and responsible digital behaviour.

Indore Organisation Burns Effigies of Women Accused of Child Murder

Indore Organisation Burns Effigies of Women Accused of Child Murder

Rediff.com2 Mar 2026

A social organisation in Indore, Madhya Pradesh, staged a controversial protest during 'Holika Dahan', burning pictures of 11 women accused of murdering children, prompting a police investigation.

Haryana Man Sentenced to Life for Strangling Wife Over Tea Dispute

Haryana Man Sentenced to Life for Strangling Wife Over Tea Dispute

Rediff.com20 Mar 2026

A man in Faridabad, Haryana, has been sentenced to life imprisonment for the murder of his wife, whom he strangled after she refused to make him tea.

Delhi's Uttam Nagar on edge ahead of Eid; HC tells police not to be lax

Delhi's Uttam Nagar on edge ahead of Eid; HC tells police not to be lax

Rediff.com19 Mar 2026

Delhi Police have implemented heightened security measures in Dwarka, including Uttam Nagar, ahead of Eid-ul-Fitr, following communal tensions sparked by a recent incident. The Delhi High Court has directed the police to ensure a peaceful environment for the festival.

SC Grants Furlough to Vikas Yadav in Nitish Katara Murder Case

SC Grants Furlough to Vikas Yadav in Nitish Katara Murder Case

Rediff.com27 Feb 2026

The Supreme Court has granted furlough to Vikas Yadav, who is serving a 25-year jail term for the murder of Nitish Katara, allowing him temporary release to spend time with his family during Holi.

'Stay Away From Equities. Buy Gold'

'Stay Away From Equities. Buy Gold'

Rediff.com31 Mar 2026

'In my entire career, whenever friends, relatives, or associates have sought my counsel, I have told them consistently: Stay away from equities. Buy gold. Place funds in fixed deposits. Acquire some raw land.' 'That is all one genuinely needs to build meaningful, enduring wealth, without the attendant anxiety of equity market participation.'

Govt Extends SIM-Binding Deadline for WhatsApp, Telegram Till Dec 31

Govt Extends SIM-Binding Deadline for WhatsApp, Telegram Till Dec 31

Rediff.com2 Apr 2026

The Indian government has extended the deadline for implementing SIM-binding rules for mobile messaging apps like WhatsApp and Telegram to December 31, following requests from the industry. The Department of Telecom has also relaxed the mandatory six-hour log-out rule for web versions of these apps.

Air Force Personnel Cleared in Molestation Case After 'Dream' Revelation

Air Force Personnel Cleared in Molestation Case After 'Dream' Revelation

Rediff.com12 Mar 2026

An Indian Air Force personnel has been acquitted of molestation charges after his sister-in-law testified that the alleged incident was a dream. The court has also ordered proceedings against the complainant for presenting false evidence.

Don't let god's blessing of wealth turn into curse, HC tells Sunjay Kapur's mother, wife

Don't let god's blessing of wealth turn into curse, HC tells Sunjay Kapur's mother, wife

Rediff.com10 Feb 2026

The Delhi High Court has urged the family of the late industrialist Sunjay Kapur, including his mother, wife, and other relatives, to resolve their estate dispute peacefully, emphasizing the importance of family relations and preventing financial wealth from becoming a source of conflict.

Noida factory workers' protest over pay hike turns violent; govt steps in

Noida factory workers' protest over pay hike turns violent; govt steps in

Rediff.com13 Apr 2026

Protests by factory workers in Noida, India, demanding wage increases turned violent, resulting in arson, vandalism, and stone-pelting in Phase-2 and Sector 60 areas. Police have been deployed to control the situation and maintain order.

Kanpur Lamborghini crash: Tobacco baron's son wasn't driving, claims lawyer

Kanpur Lamborghini crash: Tobacco baron's son wasn't driving, claims lawyer

Rediff.com10 Feb 2026

The investigation into a Lamborghini crash in Kanpur has become contentious, with the accused's lawyer claiming he wasn't driving, while police insist evidence points to him.

Lamborghini crash: Shivam Mishra gets bail within hrs

Lamborghini crash: Shivam Mishra gets bail within hrs

Rediff.com12 Feb 2026

The case took a fresh turn on Wednesday when a man, identified as Mohan, claiming to be the designated driver of the car asserted that he, and not Shivam Mishra, was behind the wheel at the time of the accident.

SC defers hearing on CBI's plea against Sengar's suspension in Unnao rape case

SC defers hearing on CBI's plea against Sengar's suspension in Unnao rape case

Rediff.com6 Apr 2026

The Supreme Court has deferred the hearing on the CBI's petition challenging the suspension of Kuldeep Singh Sengar's life imprisonment in the 2017 Unnao rape case.

Haryana IPS officer's family allows autopsy after a week

Haryana IPS officer's family allows autopsy after a week

Rediff.com15 Oct 2025

The wife of an IPS officer who allegedly committed suicide has consented to an autopsy after receiving assurances of a fair investigation and action against erring officials.

TVK chief Vijay's wife files divorce petition; alleges adultery, cruelty

TVK chief Vijay's wife files divorce petition; alleges adultery, cruelty

Rediff.com27 Feb 2026

Sankgeetha Vijay, wife of actor-politician Joseph Vijay Chandrasekar, has filed for divorce, accusing him of an extra-marital affair and mental cruelty. The petition seeks to keep proceedings private and restrain media coverage.

The First Mistake In A Relationship Is....

The First Mistake In A Relationship Is....

Rediff.com4 Mar 2026

You have to decide whether you want to spend the rest of your life unhappily married or are brave enough to go it alone, counsels Rediff's Love Guru.

Sudha Murty Advocates for Mandatory School Counsellors to Support Child Sexual Abuse Victims

Sudha Murty Advocates for Mandatory School Counsellors to Support Child Sexual Abuse Victims

Rediff.com13 Mar 2026

Rajya Sabha member Sudha Murty urges mandatory counsellors in schools to support children facing sexual offences during a debate on the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (Amendment) Bill, 2024.

Marriage refusal after sex citing kundli mismatch can attract BNS charges: HC

Marriage refusal after sex citing kundli mismatch can attract BNS charges: HC

Rediff.com24 Feb 2026

The Delhi High Court has ruled that refusing marriage based on a 'kundali' mismatch after establishing a physical relationship can attract legal consequences under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, specifically Section 69, addressing sexual intercourse obtained through deceptive means.

IAF man cleared in POCSO case as victim 'dreamt' of assault

IAF man cleared in POCSO case as victim 'dreamt' of assault

Rediff.com11 Mar 2026

An Indian Air Force personnel has been acquitted of molestation charges after his sister-in-law admitted her allegations stemmed from a dream and a misunderstanding.

Lamborghini crash: Driver takes blame, cops deny claim

Lamborghini crash: Driver takes blame, cops deny claim

Rediff.com11 Feb 2026

The investigation into the Lamborghini crash in Kanpur takes a new turn as a man claims he was driving, contradicting police evidence that points to the owner's son.