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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.

12 Indians among 13 killed in blast at Qatar gas plant

12 Indians among 13 killed in blast at Qatar gas plant

Rediff.com23 Jun 2026

An explosion at the Barzan local gas supply facility in Ras Laffan Industrial City, Qatar, resulted in the deaths of 13 people, including Indian and Pakistani nationals, and injured 66 others. The incident, attributed to a technical malfunction during start-up operations, prompted immediate response from Qatari authorities and an offer of assistance from the Indian Embassy.

Union minister Margherita, Bihar guv attend Khamenei's funeral ceremony

Union minister Margherita, Bihar guv attend Khamenei's funeral ceremony

Rediff.com4 Jul 2026

A high-level Indian delegation, including Bihar Governor Lt Gen (Retd) Syed Ata Hasnain and Minister of State for External Affairs Pabitra Margherita, paid tributes to the assassinated Iranian supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in Tehran, conveying India's condolences.

No trace of 6 fishermen days after boat capsize off Andhra coast

No trace of 6 fishermen days after boat capsize off Andhra coast

Rediff.com8 Jul 2026

A lone fisherman survived after a fishing boat carrying seven capsizes off the Visakhapatnam coast; a passing ship saved him from certain death after the crew threw him a life jacket and pulled him on board.

Iran condemns US strike on ship that killed Indian crew members

Iran condemns US strike on ship that killed Indian crew members

Rediff.com12 Jun 2026

Iran has criticised recent US attacks on merchant ships off the Oman coast, which resulted in the deaths of three Indian nationals, calling them a threat to global peace. India has also strongly condemned the 'lethal and deadly' strikes and summoned the US charge d'affaires to express its concerns.

Young Woman's Death in Old Delhi Sparks Investigation

Young Woman's Death in Old Delhi Sparks Investigation

Rediff.com12 Mar 2026

A 23-year-old woman was found dead under suspicious circumstances near a hotel in old Delhi, prompting a police investigation into the cause of death.

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.

Foul Play Suspected in Sultanpur Hanging Death

Foul Play Suspected in Sultanpur Hanging Death

Rediff.com19 Mar 2026

The body of an 18-year-old man was found hanging from a tree in a village in Sultanpur, Uttar Pradesh, prompting a police investigation amid suspicions of foul play.

Gurugram Woman's Death Sparks Poisoning Allegations Against Husband

Gurugram Woman's Death Sparks Poisoning Allegations Against Husband

Rediff.com20 Mar 2026

A 23-year-old woman in Gurugram died under suspicious circumstances, with her family accusing her husband of injecting her with a toxin. Police have registered a dowry murder case and are investigating the matter.

'I have no sponsors, no job': Sindhushree used borrowed pole to break national record

'I have no sponsors, no job': Sindhushree used borrowed pole to break national record

Rediff.com26 Jun 2026

G Sindhushree lacked the funds to buy proper equipment after her father's death in 2022, forcing her to compete with shorter poles until she borrowed a longer one just two weeks before the National Inter-State Championships in Bhubaneswar.

Woman Killed During Son's Birthday Party In Gwalior

Woman Killed During Son's Birthday Party In Gwalior

Rediff.com1 Jun 2026

A 32-year-old woman was allegedly killed in celebratory firing during her son's birthday party in Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh. Her family kept her body in a deep freezer instead of informing police and fled.

UP Man Killed in Riyadh: Family Appeals for Support

UP Man Killed in Riyadh: Family Appeals for Support

Rediff.com26 Mar 2026

The family of Ravi Gopal, a 26-year-old man from Uttar Pradesh killed in Riyadh, is seeking compensation and a government job for his widow to support their livelihood.

Class 12 Student Dies Mysteriously In Amritsar School Pool

Class 12 Student Dies Mysteriously In Amritsar School Pool

Rediff.com30 May 2026

An 18-year-old student died in a school swimming pool in Amritsar under mysterious circumstances, prompting a police investigation and allegations of negligence.

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.

Indian Student In Canada Found Dead; Murder Investigation Launched

Indian Student In Canada Found Dead; Murder Investigation Launched

Rediff.com29 May 2026

A 23-year-old Indian student, Vidhi Megha, was found dead in a home in the Niagara Region, Canada. Police have launched a murder investigation and a suspect has been charged. The Indian Consulate in Toronto is providing support to the family.

Twisha Sharma's husband surrenders after 10 days on the run

Twisha Sharma's husband surrenders after 10 days on the run

Rediff.com22 May 2026

Samarth Singh, accused in the dowry death case of his wife Twisha Sharma, surrendered in Jabalpur district court after withdrawing his pre-arrest bail application.

Nagpur Police Official Faces Notice Over Missing NEET Suicide Note

Nagpur Police Official Faces Notice Over Missing NEET Suicide Note

Rediff.com6 Jun 2026

A police official in Nagpur has been issued a show cause notice for allegedly failing to attach the suicide note of a female NEET aspirant, Akanksha Chaturvedi, to the case papers. Chaturvedi, 18, died by suicide after the NEET-UG exam was cancelled due to paper leak allegations, expressing fears about a retest in her note. The incident has drawn national attention, and an inquiry into the police lapse is underway.

Indian Man Dies in Suspected Missile Strike in Riyadh, Family Appeals for Help

Indian Man Dies in Suspected Missile Strike in Riyadh, Family Appeals for Help

Rediff.com21 Mar 2026

A 26-year-old Indian man working in Riyadh has reportedly been killed in a suspected missile attack, according to his family. They are seeking official confirmation and assistance from the Indian government to repatriate his body.

Woman Hacked To Death By Husband In Bundi Village

Woman Hacked To Death By Husband In Bundi Village

Rediff.com29 Apr 2026

A woman in Bundi district was allegedly murdered by her husband with an axe while she slept next to her daughters. Police are searching for the absconding husband, with domestic dispute cited as the likely motive.

Parents of deceased Kannur Dental College student claim 'emotional torture' led to his death

Parents of deceased Kannur Dental College student claim 'emotional torture' led to his death

Rediff.com13 Apr 2026

The parents of a Kannur Dental College student, Nithin Raj R L, who was found dead, allege that their son was subjected to constant emotional torture by faculty members and claim it was a case of murder. Protests have erupted at the college, with student organisations demanding justice and the arrest of the accused.

'People Want To Kill Me'

'People Want To Kill Me'

Rediff.com9 Jul 2026

'My wife was disturbed. She didn't know how to sleep next to me. It was traumatising.' 'I remember having a frankie at a roadside stall, and a lady came to me and shouted, 'Oh my God!'' 'I said, 'No, no, no... I'm just an actor'.

Land Dispute Suspected In Kannauj Elderly Man's Murder

Land Dispute Suspected In Kannauj Elderly Man's Murder

Rediff.com8 Jun 2026

A 75-year-old man, Shri Krishna Batham, was allegedly hacked to death in Kannauj, Uttar Pradesh. His son, Ashok, is suspected of the murder, which police believe was motivated by a land dispute. The accused is currently absconding, and an FIR has been registered.

Osmania Hospital Suicide: Probe Launched After Medical Student's Death

Osmania Hospital Suicide: Probe Launched After Medical Student's Death

Rediff.com16 Apr 2026

A postgraduate medical student allegedly died by suicide in his hostel room at Osmania General Hospital in Hyderabad, prompting a police investigation and protests over work pressure.

Maharashtra Teen Suicide: Family Alleges Police Inaction in Stalking Case

Maharashtra Teen Suicide: Family Alleges Police Inaction in Stalking Case

Rediff.com8 Apr 2026

A 15-year-old girl in Maharashtra, India, died by suicide after allegedly being stalked and harassed by a 27-year-old man. The family claims police inaction on a prior complaint contributed to the tragedy.

Delhi Teenager Stabbed to Death Over Brother's Relationship

Delhi Teenager Stabbed to Death Over Brother's Relationship

Rediff.com6 Apr 2026

An 18-year-old was allegedly stabbed to death in Jahangirpuri, Delhi, due to a dispute stemming from his brother's relationship with the wife of one of the accused.

Pune groom-to-be killed in 400-foot plunge from fort during birthday trip

Pune groom-to-be killed in 400-foot plunge from fort during birthday trip

Rediff.com19 Jun 2026

A man celebrating his fiance's birthday tragically fell 400 feet to his death from Maharashtra's historic Lohagad fort while attempting to take photographs amidst strong winds.

Railway Technician's Death in Kanpur Under Investigation

Railway Technician's Death in Kanpur Under Investigation

Rediff.com6 Mar 2026

A 28-year-old railway technician was found dead in her rented accommodation in Kanpur, India. Police recovered a suicide note and are investigating the circumstances surrounding her death.

Kolkata Man Arrested After Wife Found Hacked to Death

Kolkata Man Arrested After Wife Found Hacked to Death

Rediff.com29 Mar 2026

A man in Kolkata has been arrested for allegedly hacking his wife to death following a domestic dispute. The incident occurred in the Kasba area, and the couple's daughter witnessed the attack.

Kannur Dental College: Student Death Not Due To Caste Bias

Kannur Dental College: Student Death Not Due To Caste Bias

Rediff.com19 Apr 2026

The management of Kannur Dental College has refuted allegations of caste discrimination in connection with the death of a BDS student, suggesting a loan taken through a mobile app was a contributing factor. Police are investigating the case, which involves allegations of abetment of suicide and violations of the SC/ST Act.

Twisha Sharma case: Husband, mother-in-law sent to jail till June 16

Twisha Sharma case: Husband, mother-in-law sent to jail till June 16

Rediff.com2 Jun 2026

A Bhopal court has remanded Samarth Singh, husband of late model Twisha Sharma, and his mother Giribala Singh, in judicial custody for 14 days in connection with the dowry harassment case. The CBI is awaiting forensic reports and further investigation.

Gurugram Man Dies By Suicide Over Live-in Relationship Discovery

Gurugram Man Dies By Suicide Over Live-in Relationship Discovery

Rediff.com8 Jun 2026

A 19-year-old man in Gurugram allegedly died by suicide after his family discovered he was in a live-in relationship. Vishal, who lived with a woman in a rented accommodation, reportedly experienced mental stress after the revelation. Police are investigating the incident.

Kerala Teacher's Death Sparks Suicide Claims Amidst Election Duty Stress

Kerala Teacher's Death Sparks Suicide Claims Amidst Election Duty Stress

Rediff.com21 Mar 2026

A Booth Level Officer (BLO) in Kasaragod, Kerala, was found dead in a river, prompting his family to allege suicide due to excessive work pressure related to election duties. Police have launched an investigation into the circumstances surrounding his death.

The Aurangzeb You Never Knew

The Aurangzeb You Never Knew

Rediff.com10 Jul 2026

As a ruler he was a pragmatist and adaptable, and trying all the time to strengthen and perpetuate the empire that he and his forefathers had built.He seldom, if ever, allowed his policies to be determined by his religious beliefs, notes Rudrangshu Mukherjee.

Six Dead After Land Dispute Turns Violent In Karnataka

Six Dead After Land Dispute Turns Violent In Karnataka

Rediff.com29 May 2026

Six people, including five members of a family, were killed in a violent clash in Karnataka's Vijayapura district following a property dispute.

Workplace Harassment Allegations Emerge In TCS Employee Suicide Case

Workplace Harassment Allegations Emerge In TCS Employee Suicide Case

Rediff.com12 Jun 2026

Police in Pimpri-Chinchwad have registered an abetment to suicide case against three individuals, including two Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) employees, following the death of a 48-year-old IT staffer. The deceased's suicide note accused colleagues of humiliation and a friend of sending defamatory emails, prompting an investigation and a call for inquiry by an IT workers' association.

Workplace Harassment Allegations Emerge In TCS Employee Suicide Case

Workplace Harassment Allegations Emerge In TCS Employee Suicide Case

Rediff.com12 Jun 2026

Police in Pimpri-Chinchwad have registered an abetment to suicide case against three individuals, including two Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) employees, following the death of a 48-year-old IT staffer. The deceased's suicide note accused colleagues of humiliation and a friend of sending defamatory emails, prompting an investigation and a call for inquiry by an IT workers' association.

At 94, Andhra woman renounces US citizenship to die an Indian

At 94, Andhra woman renounces US citizenship to die an Indian

Rediff.com26 Jun 2026

A 94-year-old woman, K Mahalakshmamma, who lived in the United States for over two decades, has renounced her American citizenship to return to her native village in Andhra Pradesh and die as an Indian citizen. She underwent an oath-taking ceremony before the Bapatla District Collector, and her application for Indian citizenship restoration has been forwarded to the Ministry of Home Affairs.

Sonbhadra Boy Murdered: Neighbour Claims Revenge for Brother's Death

Sonbhadra Boy Murdered: Neighbour Claims Revenge for Brother's Death

Rediff.com15 Mar 2026

A 12-year-old boy was allegedly murdered by a neighbour in Sonbhadra, Uttar Pradesh, who sought revenge against the boy's family for the death of his brother, according to police reports.

Inside GSB Cuisine Queen Komal Prabhu's Kitchen

Inside GSB Cuisine Queen Komal Prabhu's Kitchen

Rediff.com29 Jun 2026

Discover the inspiring journey of Komal Prabhu, called the Queen of GSB Cuisine, that saw her switch professions -- a Bharata Natyam dancer became a celebrated chef devoted to preserving traditional Gaud Saraswat Brahmin food traditions.

Unnao Woman Dies Post-Marriage, In-Laws Accused Of Dowry Harassment

Unnao Woman Dies Post-Marriage, In-Laws Accused Of Dowry Harassment

Rediff.com10 Jun 2026

A 20-year-old woman, Chandni, died under suspicious circumstances in Unnao, Uttar Pradesh, less than a month after her marriage. Her family has accused her husband and in-laws of dowry harassment and murder, claiming they demanded a car despite receiving a motorcycle at the wedding. Police are investigating the matter, questioning the in-laws, and awaiting the post-mortem report.