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Fatal road accidents in Jharkhand claim four lives

Fatal road accidents in Jharkhand claim four lives

Rediff.com16 Apr 2026

Two separate road accidents in Jharkhand's Hazaribag and Garhwa districts resulted in the deaths of four people and injuries to five others.

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.

Delhi Barber Dies After Brutal Assault

Delhi Barber Dies After Brutal Assault

Rediff.com5 Jun 2026

A 36-year-old barber, Vikas, died after being assaulted in Holambi Khurd village, outer-north Delhi. Police found evidence of a violent altercation, including blood stains and a broken stick, at the scene. A case has been registered based on a complaint by the victim's brother, naming Bablu and Dev Karan, who are known to the deceased. Police have clarified there is no communal angle, and investigations are ongoing.

Dowry Dispute Turns Wedding Into Tragedy, Bride's Father Dies

Dowry Dispute Turns Wedding Into Tragedy, Bride's Father Dies

Rediff.com9 Jun 2026

A wedding ceremony in Khatima, Udham Singh Nagar, turned tragic when a dispute over dowry and the 'mehr' amount led to the bride's father suffering a fatal heart attack. Following his death, angry relatives and locals held the groom's party hostage and assaulted them, prompting police intervention to control the situation. An investigation is currently underway.

Monsoon advances across North India; 3 killed in Himachal

Monsoon advances across North India; 3 killed in Himachal

Rediff.com4 Jul 2026

The southwest monsoon has advanced across northern Indian states, leading to widespread rainfall, waterlogging, road blockages, and rain-related deaths, particularly in Himachal Pradesh and Rajasthan. The Centre is monitoring the situation, especially concerning potential drought conditions in some areas due to the El Nino effect.

Main Accused In Palamu Land Dispute Murder Case Surrenders

Main Accused In Palamu Land Dispute Murder Case Surrenders

Rediff.com9 Jun 2026

Mantu Singh, the primary suspect in the murder of a 23-year-old man during a land dispute clash in Palamu, Jharkhand, has surrendered to a court. Singh had been absconding since the May 23 incident where Sikandar Choudhary was shot dead and four others injured. Police are seeking his remand for further investigation and are actively pursuing the remaining 14 absconding accused.

Murder Charge Added After Punjab Man Succumbs To Attack Injuries

Murder Charge Added After Punjab Man Succumbs To Attack Injuries

Rediff.com12 Jun 2026

A man critically injured in an alleged attack in Mannan village, Hoshiarpur, has succumbed to his injuries, leading police to add a murder charge to the case. The deceased, Harpinder Singh, was reportedly attacked with sharp-edged weapons over a land dispute. Two accused have been arrested, while five others, including a key suspect, remain at large as police conduct raids.

Delhi Man Murders Friend For Slapping Him During Cannabis Session

Delhi Man Murders Friend For Slapping Him During Cannabis Session

Rediff.com11 Jun 2026

A 27-year-old man has been arrested in northeast Delhi for allegedly murdering his friend. The motive behind the crime was revenge for being slapped during an argument while the two were consuming cannabis. The accused, Shifayat, attacked Azharuddin with a stone after an initial altercation.

Indian Ambassador Assures Support To Kuwait Attack Victims

Indian Ambassador Assures Support To Kuwait Attack Victims

Rediff.com8 Jun 2026

Indian Ambassador to Kuwait, Paramita Tripathi, visited Indian nationals injured in a recent attack on Kuwait International Airport, assuring them of embassy support. The attack, which occurred amidst escalating Iran-US hostilities, resulted in one Indian fatality and 13 injuries, with four still hospitalised. India has condemned the violence and called for an end to civilian targeting.

AC blast caused deadly fire in Delhi, central locking system proved fatal

AC blast caused deadly fire in Delhi, central locking system proved fatal

Rediff.com3 May 2026

A fire in a Delhi residential building resulted in nine deaths, with central locking systems and iron grills hindering escape efforts. The fire, suspected to have been triggered by an air-conditioner blast, trapped residents and complicated rescue operations.

Delhi Shooting: Gang Rivalry Suspected in Fatal Attack on Boy and Father

Delhi Shooting: Gang Rivalry Suspected in Fatal Attack on Boy and Father

Rediff.com19 Mar 2026

A young boy was killed and his father injured in a shooting in Delhi's Bawana area. Police suspect gang rivalry as the motive behind the attack.

Drunken Son Murders Father After Domestic Dispute In Mahoba

Drunken Son Murders Father After Domestic Dispute In Mahoba

Rediff.com8 Jun 2026

A 33-year-old man in Mahoba, Uttar Pradesh, allegedly killed his 58-year-old father by hitting him with a brick during a domestic dispute while in an inebriated state. The father intervened to protect his daughter-in-law, leading to the fatal assault. Police have registered a murder case and are searching for the absconding accused.

Muzaffarpur Hospital Fire: Three Staff Held Over Six Patient Deaths

Muzaffarpur Hospital Fire: Three Staff Held Over Six Patient Deaths

Rediff.com5 Jun 2026

Three staff members of a private hospital in Muzaffarpur, Bihar, have been arrested following a fire incident that led to the deaths of six ICU patients due to asphyxiation. Police are investigating potential fire safety norm violations and building construction rules.

NCP Leader Raises Concerns Over VSR Ventures' Account of Fatal Plane Crash

NCP Leader Raises Concerns Over VSR Ventures' Account of Fatal Plane Crash

Rediff.com9 Mar 2026

NCP (SP) leader Rohit Pawar has raised concerns about the statement given by VSR Ventures owner V K Singh to the Crime Investigation Department (CID) regarding the plane crash that killed former Deputy CM Ajit Pawar and four others. Pawar questions whether Singh is attempting to blame the pilot for the accident.

Dowry Dispute Leads To Father's Death, Wedding Chaos

Dowry Dispute Leads To Father's Death, Wedding Chaos

Rediff.com9 Jun 2026

A wedding in Khatima, Udham Singh Nagar, turned tragic when a dispute over dowry and the 'mehr' amount led to the bride's father suffering a fatal heart attack. The incident sparked anger among relatives and locals, who held the groom's party hostage and assaulted them, prompting police intervention to control the situation. An investigation is currently underway.

Pakistan Army Mi-17 Helicopter Crash: All Personnel Dead

Pakistan Army Mi-17 Helicopter Crash: All Personnel Dead

Rediff.com10 Jun 2026

An Mi-17 helicopter of the Pakistan Army Aviation crashed near Muzaffarabad in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir, killing all personnel on board. The military attributed the accident to a technical fault during take-off, and a board of inquiry has been ordered. Top Pakistani leaders expressed condolences.

Monsoon fury brings Mumbai-Pune to a standstill; 'Missing Link' reopens

Monsoon fury brings Mumbai-Pune to a standstill; 'Missing Link' reopens

Rediff.com7 Jul 2026

Heavy monsoon rains have severely impacted Mumbai and its surrounding areas, leading to landslides, suspension of train services, and at least 13 fatalities over the past few days. The Mumbai-Pune Expressway was also shut due to a concrete pillar collapse and waterlogging.

Two Wanted Bihar Criminals Arrested After Rishikesh Police Encounter

Two Wanted Bihar Criminals Arrested After Rishikesh Police Encounter

Rediff.com8 Jun 2026

Two wanted criminals from Bihar were arrested in Rishikesh following a police encounter. The accused, identified as Aamir and Anwarul Haq, sustained bullet injuries and were wanted for a recent shooting in Rishikesh and a fatal robbery in Bihar. The arrests occurred during a vehicle checking drive for the Char Dham Yatra.

Two Wanted Bihar Criminals Arrested After Rishikesh Police Encounter

Two Wanted Bihar Criminals Arrested After Rishikesh Police Encounter

Rediff.com8 Jun 2026

Two wanted criminals from Bihar were arrested in Rishikesh following a police encounter. The accused, identified as Aamir and Anwarul Haq, sustained bullet injuries and were wanted for a recent shooting in Rishikesh and a fatal robbery in Bihar. The arrests occurred during a vehicle checking drive for the Char Dham Yatra.

Three Held For Teen's Death After Glass Door Push

Three Held For Teen's Death After Glass Door Push

Rediff.com7 Jun 2026

Police in Thiruvananthapuram have taken three youths into custody following the death of an 18-year-old who sustained fatal injuries after being pushed into a glass door during an altercation. The incident, stemming from an old football dispute, occurred on Saturday night, and a murder case has been registered.

Father Kills Son For Assaulting Mother In UP Village

Father Kills Son For Assaulting Mother In UP Village

Rediff.com4 Jun 2026

An 85-year-old man in Anandpura Badera village, Uttar Pradesh, allegedly killed his 36-year-old son after the son, under the influence of alcohol, assaulted his 80-year-old mother. The father intervened, striking his son with a stick and a stone, leading to his death. Police have registered a case and taken the father into custody.

Allu Arjun appears virtually in court in 'Pushpa 2' stampede death case

Allu Arjun appears virtually in court in 'Pushpa 2' stampede death case

Rediff.com22 Jun 2026

Telugu actor Allu Arjun virtually appeared before a Hyderabad city court after being summoned in connection with a charge sheet filed in the 'Pushpa 2' premiere stampede case, which resulted in the death of a woman and injury to her son in December 2024. The court has posted the matter for July 6.

Pedestrian Fatally Struck by Truck in Beed District

Pedestrian Fatally Struck by Truck in Beed District

Rediff.com12 Apr 2026

A 29-year-old pedestrian was killed after being hit by a speeding truck in Parli Vaijnath, Beed district, Maharashtra. Police have registered a case against the truck driver for rash and negligent driving.

Baghpat Triple Murder: Long-Standing Feud Ends In Three Deaths

Baghpat Triple Murder: Long-Standing Feud Ends In Three Deaths

Rediff.com10 Jun 2026

A long-standing rivalry in Baghpat, Uttar Pradesh, culminated in a triple murder where a trader and his son were shot dead by an assailant, who also succumbed to injuries. Police have launched a major investigation, making one arrest and forming multiple teams to apprehend other suspects involved in the feud.

Police Intensify Search for Doctor in Fatal Hit-and-Run Case

Police Intensify Search for Doctor in Fatal Hit-and-Run Case

Rediff.com5 Mar 2026

A special team has been formed to apprehend a doctor accused of a hit-and-run incident that resulted in the death of a 19-year-old woman in Angamaly. The victim's family consented to organ donation after her death.

Mahant Brutally Murdered In Kota Over Trust Dispute

Mahant Brutally Murdered In Kota Over Trust Dispute

Rediff.com6 Jun 2026

A 35-year-old Mahant of Chandrasel Math in Kota was brutally stabbed to death by unidentified assailants. Police suspect the motive behind the murder is a dispute over the ownership of the Math's trust and the Mahant's position. Religious leaders and family members are refusing to perform last rites until the culprits are apprehended, drawing condemnation from the Leader of Opposition.

Pali Family Tragedy: Depression Suspected in Triple Fatality

Pali Family Tragedy: Depression Suspected in Triple Fatality

Rediff.com10 Apr 2026

A woman and her two sons were found dead in their home in Pali, Rajasthan, in a suspected suicide. Police are investigating depression as a possible motive, along with other potential factors.

Sri Lanka Care Home Fire: 12 Dead, Owner Remanded

Sri Lanka Care Home Fire: 12 Dead, Owner Remanded

Rediff.com4 Jun 2026

A devastating fire at an unregistered elderly care home in Sri Lanka's Kalutara district has claimed the lives of 12 residents and injured seven others. The owner has been arrested and remanded, with reports indicating the facility operated illegally and some mentally challenged residents were found chained.

Uncle Dies, Nephew Injured In Delhi Property Dispute

Uncle Dies, Nephew Injured In Delhi Property Dispute

Rediff.com21 May 2026

A property dispute in Delhi's Shakurpur area turned fatal, resulting in the death of an uncle and injuries to his nephew. Police are investigating the incident.

Arunachal flood: Landslides hinder search for missing persons

Arunachal flood: Landslides hinder search for missing persons

Rediff.com25 Jun 2026

An IAF helicopter has been deployed to assist in the search and rescue of four people missing after flash floods and landslides in Arunachal Pradesh's Keyi Panyor district. Incessant rain has cut off six districts, damaged homes, and injured 17, with one fatality reported. Efforts are also underway to restore crucial road connectivity.

NHRC Demands Report on Fatal Holi Clash in Delhi

NHRC Demands Report on Fatal Holi Clash in Delhi

Rediff.com13 Mar 2026

The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has requested a report from West Delhi authorities regarding the death of a 26-year-old man during a Holi celebration clash in Uttam Nagar.

Why YRF's Spy Universe Is Failing: From Pathaan's Peak To Alpha's Struggles

Why YRF's Spy Universe Is Failing: From Pathaan's Peak To Alpha's Struggles

Rediff.com9 Jul 2026

The once promising YRF Spy Universe, which delivered Bollywood's first Rs 500 crore grosser with Pathaan, is now grappling with an uncertain future as recent releases like Alpha and War 2 fail to ignite the box office.

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.

NHRC Demands Report on Fatal Holi Clash in Delhi

NHRC Demands Report on Fatal Holi Clash in Delhi

Rediff.com13 Mar 2026

The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has requested a report from West Delhi authorities regarding the death of a 26-year-old man during a Holi celebration clash in Uttam Nagar.

Man Killed Trying To Halt Neighbour's Fight In Pilibhit

Man Killed Trying To Halt Neighbour's Fight In Pilibhit

Rediff.com29 May 2026

A 48-year-old man was fatally shot in Pilibhit after attempting to intervene in a brawl involving his neighbour. Police have launched an investigation to apprehend the accused.

Two Killed As Tractor Runs Over Them In Jharkhand

Two Killed As Tractor Runs Over Them In Jharkhand

Rediff.com31 May 2026

Two women were killed in Jharkhand's Lohardaga district after being run over by a tractor-trolley. Police have seized the tractor and are investigating the incident.

Family Feud Ends In Tragedy: Teen Girl Killed By Sister-In-Law

Family Feud Ends In Tragedy: Teen Girl Killed By Sister-In-Law

Rediff.com4 Jun 2026

A 17-year-old girl, Jyoti Kumari, was allegedly beaten to death by her sister-in-law, Manu, during a family dispute in Nagla Chaube village, Kasganj district, Uttar Pradesh. Police have taken the accused into custody and are investigating the incident.

Sri Lankan refugee woman killed after Chennai nightclub fight

Sri Lankan refugee woman killed after Chennai nightclub fight

Rediff.com1 Jun 2026

An 18-year-old Sri Lankan Tamil refugee woman was killed in Chennai after a clash between two groups that started in a nightclub and ended in a fatal car crash. Police have arrested several suspects and are investigating the incident.

Hyderabad Husband Shoots Second Wife Over Suspected Affair

Hyderabad Husband Shoots Second Wife Over Suspected Affair

Rediff.com10 Jun 2026

A 38-year-old woman was allegedly shot dead by her husband in Hyderabad over suspicion of an affair. Police have registered a murder case and are investigating the incident.

Murder Shocks Shimla: School Administrator Shot Outside Campus

Murder Shocks Shimla: School Administrator Shot Outside Campus

Rediff.com13 Jun 2026

A school administrator, Meenakshi Mittal, was shot dead by unidentified assailants outside a private school in Shimla's Sanjauli area. Police have registered a murder case, launched an investigation, and formed special teams to apprehend the culprits, while also examining CCTV footage and technical evidence.