News for 'fire incident'

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.

History-Sheeter Arrested In Faridabad After Exchange Of Fire

History-Sheeter Arrested In Faridabad After Exchange Of Fire

Rediff.com11 Jun 2026

Faridabad police have arrested Sonu, a history-sheeter wanted in multiple theft and housebreaking cases, following a brief exchange of fire near Machhgar village. The accused, who has 28 criminal cases against him in Noida, attempted to flee and opened fire on police, but was apprehended.

Shooter involved in firing at Rohit Shetty's house arrested

Shooter involved in firing at Rohit Shetty's house arrested

Rediff.com17 Apr 2026

A joint operation between Uttar Pradesh STF and Mumbai Police has led to the arrest of a suspect involved in the firing incident at Rohit Shetty's residence, allegedly linked to extortion attempts by the Shubham Lonkar gang.

Delhi fire: Cops hunt for absconding hotel manager

Delhi fire: Cops hunt for absconding hotel manager

Rediff.com5 Jun 2026

Delhi Police have launched a massive manhunt for Jay Mishra, a key figure in the management of a Malviya Nagar hotel where a devastating fire killed 21 people. Multiple teams are deployed across Delhi and neighbouring states, using technical surveillance to trace him and other hotel staff as part of the ongoing investigation into safety compliance and the circumstances of the tragedy.

Rohit Shetty House Firing: Police File Chargesheet Against 17

Rohit Shetty House Firing: Police File Chargesheet Against 17

Rediff.com30 Apr 2026

Mumbai police have filed a 1624-page chargesheet against 17 accused in connection with the firing incident at filmmaker Rohit Shetty's residence. The chargesheet was presented in a special MCOCA court, detailing the involvement of 15 arrested individuals and two wanted suspects linked to the Lawrence Bishnoi gang.

Uttarakhand CM Seeks Fair Probe For Cook Arrested In Delhi Hotel Fire

Uttarakhand CM Seeks Fair Probe For Cook Arrested In Delhi Hotel Fire

Rediff.com7 Jun 2026

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami has intervened in the arrest of Keshav Negi, a cook, in connection with the recent Malviya Nagar hotel fire in south Delhi that killed 21 people. Dhami spoke with Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, who assured a fair probe, while the Uttarakhand Congress condemned the arrest, questioning the basis of holding a cook responsible for fire safety.

Man Killed In Firing In Delhi's Khajuri Khas

Man Killed In Firing In Delhi's Khajuri Khas

Rediff.com27 May 2026

A man was shot dead by unidentified assailants in northeast Delhi's Khajuri Khas area on Tuesday evening, police said.

Gunman opens fire at security checkpoint near White House, shot dead

Gunman opens fire at security checkpoint near White House, shot dead

Rediff.com24 May 2026

A suspect was shot after opening fire on a US Secret Service checkpoint near the White House. The suspect, identified as Nasire Best, later died in hospital. One bystander was injured during the incident.

Mumbai Police File Chargesheet In Rohit Shetty Firing Case

Mumbai Police File Chargesheet In Rohit Shetty Firing Case

Rediff.com30 Apr 2026

Mumbai police have filed a chargesheet against 17 accused in the Rohit Shetty house firing case, revealing the motive was to establish gang supremacy.

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.

Ex-Police Officer Held After Firing Weapon Over Land Row

Ex-Police Officer Held After Firing Weapon Over Land Row

Rediff.com28 May 2026

A retired deputy superintendent of police in Ahmedabad was arrested along with his son and daughter after allegedly firing five rounds from his licensed pistol during a land dispute.

Delhi CM Assures Uttarakhand Counterpart Of Impartial Malviya Nagar Fire Probe

Delhi CM Assures Uttarakhand Counterpart Of Impartial Malviya Nagar Fire Probe

Rediff.com8 Jun 2026

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta has assured Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Dhami of an impartial probe into the Malviya Nagar hotel fire tragedy, which claimed 22 lives. Dhami had intervened regarding the arrest of Keshav Negi, a cook from Uttarakhand, seeking a fair investigation.

Delhi Man Dies After Setting Himself On Fire: Here's Why

Delhi Man Dies After Setting Himself On Fire: Here's Why

Rediff.com19 May 2026

A 29-year-old man died after allegedly setting himself on fire outside his wife's residence in northwest Delhi. The incident occurred after his wife left him due to domestic violence and allegations that he misrepresented himself as an Indian Forest Service officer.

Old Rivalry Suspected In Kurukshetra Shooting

Old Rivalry Suspected In Kurukshetra Shooting

Rediff.com14 Jun 2026

Two men were injured in a shooting incident in Kurukshetra's Gandhi Nagar area. Assailants fled in an SUV, which later crashed into a drain, forcing them to abandon it. Police are investigating the incident, which is suspected to be linked to an old rivalry, and have launched a manhunt for the accused.

Unsafe guest houses under lens after Malviya Nagar hotel fire claims 21 lives

Unsafe guest houses under lens after Malviya Nagar hotel fire claims 21 lives

Rediff.com4 Jun 2026

A fatal fire at a bed-and-breakfast in Malviya Nagar, Delhi, has revealed widespread allegations of safety and building norm violations in numerous local establishments. Locals and guests claim many guest houses operate illegally, exceeding licensed capacities and using unsafe basement accommodations, prompting calls for comprehensive safety audits and stricter enforcement.

Khan Sir's coaching institute in Patna vandalised

Khan Sir's coaching institute in Patna vandalised

Rediff.com3 Jun 2026

Educator Faisal Khan's 'Khan Sir' coaching institute in Patna was allegedly vandalised and pelted with stones, with Khan also claiming firing took place, though police could not confirm the gunshots.

Post-fire, MCD cracks down on unauthorised shops in South Delhi

Post-fire, MCD cracks down on unauthorised shops in South Delhi

Rediff.com4 Jun 2026

The Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) is initiating a sealing drive against unauthorised commercial establishments in South Delhi. This action follows recent incidents, including a deadly fire in Malviya Nagar and a building collapse near Saket, which exposed widespread violations of building bye-laws and licence conditions.

Delhi fire: Sealed windows, locked exits turned hotel into death trap

Delhi fire: Sealed windows, locked exits turned hotel into death trap

Rediff.com3 Jun 2026

A devastating fire at a hotel in Malviya Nagar, New Delhi, resulted in the deaths of at least 21 people, including six foreigners. Investigations reveal severe fire safety violations, such as sealed windows, non-functional sensor gates, overcrowding, and the absence of a fire No Objection Certificate, which turned the building into a death trap.

Why Bishnoi Gang Claimed Attack On Dosanjh's Manager

Why Bishnoi Gang Claimed Attack On Dosanjh's Manager

Rediff.com13 May 2026

A social media post allegedly linked to the Lawrence Bishnoi gang has claimed responsibility for a firing incident outside the residence of Punjabi actor-singer Diljit Dosanjh's manager in Haryana's Karnal.

Four Arrested In Panjab University Shooting Ordered By Gangsters

Four Arrested In Panjab University Shooting Ordered By Gangsters

Rediff.com16 May 2026

Police in Chandigarh have arrested four people in connection with a shooting at Panjab University, which was orchestrated by gangsters based abroad. The shooters targeted a student leader, but he was unharmed.

AAP MLA Booked After Slapping Incident In Gujarat

AAP MLA Booked After Slapping Incident In Gujarat

Rediff.com29 Apr 2026

Three FIRs have been registered against AAP MLA Chaitar Vasava following a slapping incident and related events after a fire at a chemical factory in Jhagadia, Gujarat.

Man Arrested in Connection with Delhi Firing, Extortion Plot

Man Arrested in Connection with Delhi Firing, Extortion Plot

Rediff.com19 Mar 2026

Delhi Police have arrested a 26-year-old man wanted in connection with a firing incident in Jagatpuri, Delhi, related to an extortion attempt allegedly orchestrated by a Punjab-based gangster.

UP launches crackdown on illegal coaching centres, several sealed

UP launches crackdown on illegal coaching centres, several sealed

Rediff.com6 days ago

In a bid to provide students with a safe, transparent and quality educational environment, a special drive is being conducted across Uttar Pradesh to strengthen the regulation of coaching institutes and against illegal coaching centres.

Suspected Gogi Gang Shooter Arrested In Delhi

Suspected Gogi Gang Shooter Arrested In Delhi

Rediff.com16 May 2026

Delhi Police's Special Cell has arrested a suspected shooter linked to the Jitender Gogi gang from Alipur. The accused, Sonu alias Sachin Chaudhary, was found with a semi-automatic pistol and live cartridges.

Delhi Police Arrest Alleged Shooter Linked To Dubai Gangster

Delhi Police Arrest Alleged Shooter Linked To Dubai Gangster

Rediff.com18 May 2026

Delhi Police's Special Cell arrested an alleged shooter, Chirag alias Sachin, linked to the Naveen Dabas alias Jora gang, from Rohini. He was wanted for a firing incident at a medical store in Jhajjar, allegedly carried out for extortion.

Man Arrested For Setting Fire To Woman's Home After Marriage

Man Arrested For Setting Fire To Woman's Home After Marriage

Rediff.com27 May 2026

A 24-year-old man was arrested in Gorakhpur for allegedly setting fire to a woman's house after learning about her marriage. The accused, previously in contact with the woman, was angered when she stopped communicating with him after her marriage was arranged elsewhere. He allegedly arrived with two associates, sprinkled petrol inside the house, and set it ablaze. Family members escaped safely, and police are searching for the other two suspects.

Fire at Mumbai airport underground metro station disrupts services

Fire at Mumbai airport underground metro station disrupts services

Rediff.com6 May 2026

A fire at the underground T2 Airport Metro Station in Mumbai caused a brief disruption to metro services and the evacuation of passengers. No injuries were reported, and normal operations have resumed.

New York Knicks Victory Leads To Chaotic Celebrations, Bus Fire, And Shooting

New York Knicks Victory Leads To Chaotic Celebrations, Bus Fire, And Shooting

Rediff.com14 Jun 2026

Thousands of New York Knicks fans celebrated their NBA Finals victory in Midtown Manhattan, leading to chaotic scenes including a World Cup bus being set alight and a teenager suffering a gunshot wound in Times Square. Police eventually intervened to disperse the unruly crowds.

Short circuit causes fire at Terminal 1 of Mumbai airport

Short circuit causes fire at Terminal 1 of Mumbai airport

Rediff.com9 Apr 2026

A minor fire broke out at Terminal 1 of Mumbai's Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport due to a short circuit, but was quickly brought under control with no impact on airport operations or any casualties.

Delhi: Locals pelt stones at fire tenders over 'delayed' response

Delhi: Locals pelt stones at fire tenders over 'delayed' response

Rediff.com23 May 2026

A major fire swept through a furniture market in Shastri Park, northeast Delhi, destroying numerous shops and resulting in significant financial losses. Firefighting operations continued overnight, with locals alleging delays in response.

Delhi fire deaths: 'He kept pleading, save me, save me'

Delhi fire deaths: 'He kept pleading, save me, save me'

Rediff.com3 May 2026

Families and friends of the victims of the Vivek Vihar fire in Delhi recount the harrowing moments and desperate calls for help from those trapped in the blaze.

Scooter Fire Near BSF Chowk Causes Panic

Scooter Fire Near BSF Chowk Causes Panic

Rediff.com6 May 2026

A scooter fire near BSF Chowk in Jalandhar caused panic, with locals reporting a blast-like sound. Police are investigating the incident, while opposition parties criticise the AAP government over security concerns.

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.

Odisha Sees 416 Fire-Related Deaths in Past Three Years

Odisha Sees 416 Fire-Related Deaths in Past Three Years

Rediff.com19 Mar 2026

Odisha's Revenue and Disaster Management Minister Suresh Pujari informed the Assembly that 416 people have died in fire accidents across the state in the last three financial years. The government is providing ex gratia and financial assistance to the victims and their families.

Police Investigate Bishnoi Gang Link In Furniture Mall Firing

Police Investigate Bishnoi Gang Link In Furniture Mall Firing

Rediff.com16 May 2026

Police in Pimpri Chinchwad are investigating a potential link to the Lawrence Bishnoi gang after a furniture mall was attacked by two unidentified men on a motorcycle. The assailants fired multiple rounds at the AJ Furniture Mall, and a social media post claiming responsibility has surfaced.

Prime Accused In BJP Leader's Murder Arrested In Kolkata

Prime Accused In BJP Leader's Murder Arrested In Kolkata

Rediff.com16 May 2026

A 32-year-old man has been arrested in Kolkata in connection with the killing of a BJP leader in Jharkhand. Police claim he was the prime accused in the case.

Man wanted in robbery, firing cases arrested in Delhi

Man wanted in robbery, firing cases arrested in Delhi

Rediff.com14 Mar 2026

Delhi Police have arrested a 22-year-old man wanted in multiple robbery and firing cases, recovering an illegal semi-automatic pistol from his possession.

Himanshu Bhau Gang Member Arrested After Delhi Encounter

Himanshu Bhau Gang Member Arrested After Delhi Encounter

Rediff.com31 May 2026

An alleged member of the Himanshu Bhau gang, wanted in four criminal cases, was arrested after a brief exchange of fire with police in outer Delhi's Mundka area.

Blocked roof exit, cooking heaters: Probe reveals more lapses in Delhi hotel fire

Blocked roof exit, cooking heaters: Probe reveals more lapses in Delhi hotel fire

Rediff.com4 Jun 2026

Delhi Police are investigating a blocked roof exit and the use of cooking heaters in guest rooms as key factors in the recent Malviya Nagar hotel fire that killed 21 people. Hotel owner Lavkesh Bajaj has been arrested, and a Look Out Circular issued against his wife, while the manager remains absconding.

Chhattisgarh: 4 of a family killed as house fire triggers cylinder blast

Chhattisgarh: 4 of a family killed as house fire triggers cylinder blast

Rediff.com13 May 2026

A family of four, including two minors, died in a house fire and subsequent cooking gas cylinder explosion in Kumhari town, Durg district, Chhattisgarh. Authorities are investigating the cause of the fire, and the state government has announced financial assistance to the family.