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Unidentified Woman's Body Found Burnt In Bhiwandi

Unidentified Woman's Body Found Burnt In Bhiwandi

Rediff.com12 May 2026

Police in Bhiwandi, Maharashtra, are investigating the discovery of a completely burnt body of an unidentified woman. The body was found in the Padma Nagar locality, and authorities suspect foul play, including murder and destruction of evidence.

Telangana Jewellery Store Hit By Armed Robbery: What Happened?

Telangana Jewellery Store Hit By Armed Robbery: What Happened?

Rediff.com3 May 2026

Armed men opened fire at a jewellery store in Karimnagar, Telangana, injuring four employees before escaping with gold ornaments. Police have launched a manhunt and are offering a reward for information.

Motorcycle Fire Kills 31-Year-Old in Maharashtra; ATS Investigates

Motorcycle Fire Kills 31-Year-Old in Maharashtra; ATS Investigates

Rediff.com21 Mar 2026

A 31-year-old man died after his motorcycle caught fire in Nanded, Maharashtra. Authorities are investigating, including the Anti-Terrorism Squad, due to reports of firecracker sounds during the incident.

Two Arrested After Daylight Firing in Himachal's Solan

Two Arrested After Daylight Firing in Himachal's Solan

Rediff.com2 Mar 2026

Two individuals have been arrested in connection with a daylight shooting in the Makhanumaajra area of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, where a local resident was injured.

Ex-Army Man Accused Of Triple Murder Killed In Encounter

Ex-Army Man Accused Of Triple Murder Killed In Encounter

Rediff.com12 May 2026

An ex-Army man, accused of murdering three people in Chandauli district, Uttar Pradesh, was killed in an encounter with police. Two police personnel, including a Sub-Inspector, were also injured during the incident.

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.

Debt-Ridden Man Stages Death To Claim Insurance Money

Debt-Ridden Man Stages Death To Claim Insurance Money

Rediff.com1 Jun 2026

A debt-ridden man in Jalna allegedly staged his own death to escape financial liabilities and claim an insurance benefit of Rs 20 lakh by masterminding the killing of his acquaintance, whose body was found inside a gutted car.

Delhi Cop Accused Of Murder After Casteist Slurs

Delhi Cop Accused Of Murder After Casteist Slurs

Rediff.com26 Apr 2026

A 21-year-old youth was killed and his friend injured after a Delhi Police head constable allegedly opened fire following an altercation involving casteist slurs. The family of the deceased has demanded justice and the immediate arrest of the accused.

Arson Accused Found Dead In Pauri Garhwal: What Happened?

Arson Accused Found Dead In Pauri Garhwal: What Happened?

Rediff.com18 May 2026

A man accused of attempting to burn his neighbour alive was found dead in the Thalisain area of Pauri Garhwal. The deceased, Anand Singh, had been missing since allegedly setting his neighbour on fire. Police investigations are ongoing.

Food Delivery Agent Killed In Delhi After Late-Night Dispute

Food Delivery Agent Killed In Delhi After Late-Night Dispute

Rediff.com26 Apr 2026

A food delivery agent was fatally shot in Delhi following a late-night argument, with his friend also injured. Police are investigating the incident and searching for the accused, who is allegedly a Delhi Police head constable.

Family of Uttam Nagar victim demands CBI probe after Holi clash

Family of Uttam Nagar victim demands CBI probe after Holi clash

Rediff.com8 Mar 2026

Following a fatal clash during Holi celebrations in Uttam Nagar, the victim's family is demanding a CBI probe and strict action against those involved, while authorities have demolished parts of a house linked to one of the accused.

Goa fire: 100 people were on dance floor; victims trapped in kitchen

Goa fire: 100 people were on dance floor; victims trapped in kitchen

Rediff.com7 Dec 2025

A fire at a nightclub in North Goa killed 23 people, many of whom were trapped in the kitchen while trying to escape. Fire safety violations are suspected.

Accused In Road Rage Murder Shot After Attacking Cop

Accused In Road Rage Murder Shot After Attacking Cop

Rediff.com11 May 2026

A man wanted for allegedly killing a minor boy in a road rage incident was shot in the leg by police after he attacked a constable with a knife in a bid to escape in Gujarat's Surat city.

Suvendu Adhikari's PA Shot At In West Bengal

Suvendu Adhikari's PA Shot At In West Bengal

Rediff.com6 May 2026

Suvendu Adhikari's personal assistant, Chandranath Rath, was shot at by unidentified assailants in West Bengal's North 24 Parganas district. He sustained multiple bullet injuries and is currently hospitalised. Police have launched an investigation into the incident.

Kuwait Airport Attack Claims Indian Life, Regional Tensions Escalate

Kuwait Airport Attack Claims Indian Life, Regional Tensions Escalate

Rediff.com3 Jun 2026

An Indian national was killed and several others injured in a drone attack on Kuwait International Airport, leading to the suspension of air traffic and significant damage. This incident marks the tenth Indian fatality since hostilities between the US and Iran began in February, with other Indians also affected by regional conflicts in UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Oman.

Delhi fire: 9 of a family perish trying to save each other

Delhi fire: 9 of a family perish trying to save each other

Rediff.com18 Mar 2026

A devastating fire in Delhi claimed the lives of nine members of a family, including three children, who tragically perished while attempting to save each other from the blaze.

Bareilly Police Rescue Abducted Child After Encounter

Bareilly Police Rescue Abducted Child After Encounter

Rediff.com27 May 2026

A one-year-old boy, abducted from a temple complex in Bareilly, Uttar Pradesh, was rescued by police after an encounter. The accused, who planned to sell the child, sustained bullet injuries during the operation.

Man Kills Father In Drunken Spat In Jharkhand's Pakur

Man Kills Father In Drunken Spat In Jharkhand's Pakur

Rediff.com13 May 2026

A 40-year-old man allegedly killed his father following an altercation while both were drinking in Jharkhand's Pakur district, police said on Wednesday.

Former Village Head Critically Injured In Kaushambi Shooting

Former Village Head Critically Injured In Kaushambi Shooting

Rediff.com4 May 2026

A former village head in Kaushambi district, Uttar Pradesh, was critically injured after being shot by unidentified assailants on a motorcycle during his morning walk.

Father and Son Die in Car Fire After Crash in Chhindwara

Father and Son Die in Car Fire After Crash in Chhindwara

Rediff.com2 Mar 2026

A 61-year-old man and his son died after their CNG-fitted car crashed into a garage and caught fire in Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh. Police suspect the driver fell asleep at the wheel.

Uttam Nagar Holi Clash: Victim's Family Seeks CBI Investigation After House Demolition

Uttam Nagar Holi Clash: Victim's Family Seeks CBI Investigation After House Demolition

Rediff.com8 Mar 2026

Following the demolition of a house linked to an accused in the Uttam Nagar Holi clash, the victim's family is demanding a CBI probe and strict action against all those involved in the incident.

Delhi Congress To Launch Yatra Demanding Justice For Slain Agent

Delhi Congress To Launch Yatra Demanding Justice For Slain Agent

Rediff.com16 May 2026

Delhi Congress will launch a 12-day 'Kalash Yatra' across 33 Purvanchal-dominated Assembly constituencies, carrying the ashes of slain delivery agent Pandav Kumar and demanding Rs 1 crore in compensation for the deceased's family.

Outrage After Teen Dies Trying To Stop Girl's Harassment

Outrage After Teen Dies Trying To Stop Girl's Harassment

Rediff.com2 Jun 2026

The death of a 17-year-old boy in Delhi, who was shot after objecting to the harassment of a girl, has triggered widespread protests and demands for justice. Family and community members are calling for swift action against those responsible.

Woman Accused of Murdering Husband by Setting House on Fire

Woman Accused of Murdering Husband by Setting House on Fire

Rediff.com3 Mar 2026

A woman in Maharajganj, Uttar Pradesh, is accused of murdering her husband by setting their house on fire while he was asleep inside. Police have registered a murder case and are investigating the incident.

Delhi Youth Killed Allegedly By Police Constable After Casteist Slurs

Delhi Youth Killed Allegedly By Police Constable After Casteist Slurs

Rediff.com26 Apr 2026

A 21-year-old youth was killed and his friend injured after a Delhi Police head constable allegedly opened fire following casteist abuses during an altercation in Jaffarpur Kalan village.

Daughter Of IRS Officer Murdered In South Delhi Residence

Daughter Of IRS Officer Murdered In South Delhi Residence

Rediff.com22 Apr 2026

The daughter of a senior IRS officer was found murdered in her southeast Delhi residence. Police suspect sexual assault and are investigating a former domestic help who is absconding.

Bengaluru Man Kills Woman, Commits Suicide: What We Know

Bengaluru Man Kills Woman, Commits Suicide: What We Know

Rediff.com5 May 2026

A 46-year-old man in Bengaluru allegedly killed a woman lecturer by setting her car on fire before dying by suicide. Police investigations are underway to determine the motive and circumstances surrounding the tragic incident.

Delhi Police Constable Arrested In Delivery Agent Murder

Delhi Police Constable Arrested In Delivery Agent Murder

Rediff.com27 Apr 2026

A Delhi Police head constable has been arrested for allegedly shooting dead a delivery agent and injuring his friend after an argument in Jaffarpur Kalan, southwest Delhi. The arrest occurred within 24 hours of the incident, and investigations are ongoing.

Accused Injured In Police Encounter Over Bulandshahr Murders

Accused Injured In Police Encounter Over Bulandshahr Murders

Rediff.com27 Apr 2026

An accused in the Bulandshahr triple murder case was injured in a police encounter after allegedly attempting to escape custody and open fire on officers.

Delhi Man Shot After Allegedly Trying To Snatch Police Pistol

Delhi Man Shot After Allegedly Trying To Snatch Police Pistol

Rediff.com29 May 2026

A 26-year-old man was shot in the leg by police in Dwarka, Delhi, after allegedly attempting to snatch an officer's service pistol while evading arrest following a carjacking incident.

Accidental Shooting Claims Life During Himachal Hunting Trip

Accidental Shooting Claims Life During Himachal Hunting Trip

Rediff.com2 May 2026

A man was killed in Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, during a hunting trip after being accidentally shot by his companion. Police have arrested the accused, who claims the shooting was accidental.

Woman Shot Dead At Hospital In Uttar Pradesh

Woman Shot Dead At Hospital In Uttar Pradesh

Rediff.com11 May 2026

A 55-year-old woman was shot dead in a private hospital in Chandauli district, Uttar Pradesh. The accused was apprehended by a mob after attempting to flee.

No cash, crypto payments to Iran for Hormuz passage: India

No cash, crypto payments to Iran for Hormuz passage: India

Rediff.com22 Apr 2026

India has denied making any payments to Iran to secure safe passage for its vessels through the Strait of Hormuz, following reports that Indian vessels were fired upon in the region.

Maharashtra Court Acquits Speech-Impaired Woman in Arson Case Due to Conflicting Evidence

Maharashtra Court Acquits Speech-Impaired Woman in Arson Case Due to Conflicting Evidence

Rediff.com10 Apr 2026

A court in Thane, Maharashtra, acquitted a speech-impaired woman accused of killing her would-be daughter-in-law, citing inconsistencies in the victim's dying declarations and failure of the prosecution to prove the case beyond reasonable doubt.

Attempted Murder Case Filed After Karol Bagh Shooting

Attempted Murder Case Filed After Karol Bagh Shooting

Rediff.com24 Apr 2026

A man was shot and injured in Karol Bagh, central Delhi, early Friday morning. Police have registered a case of attempted murder and are investigating the incident.

Property Row: Man Kills Mother, Brother In UP

Property Row: Man Kills Mother, Brother In UP

Rediff.com10 May 2026

A man in Banda, Uttar Pradesh, allegedly shot and killed his mother and younger brother following a dispute over ancestral property. Police have launched a search for the accused, who is currently absconding.

Key Associate Of Gangster Kapil Sangwan Arrested

Key Associate Of Gangster Kapil Sangwan Arrested

Rediff.com3 May 2026

A key associate of gangster Kapil Sangwan, known as Kaptan alias Tanna, has been arrested in connection with an extortion demand of Rs 2 crore. Kaptan, a member of the Nandu gang, was apprehended after evading arrest for over a year. He is accused of supplying illegal arms and facilitating plans to intimidate the victim.

Uttarakhand Authority Urges Action On Brigadier Joshi's Compensation Plea

Uttarakhand Authority Urges Action On Brigadier Joshi's Compensation Plea

Rediff.com8 May 2026

The Uttarakhand State Legal Services Authority has requested the Dehradun district judge to act on a compensation plea filed by the family of retired Brigadier Mukesh Joshi, who died after being hit by a stray bullet during a shootout in Dehradun.

Twin infants, 3 kids among 6 killed in Meerut fire

Twin infants, 3 kids among 6 killed in Meerut fire

Rediff.com25 Feb 2026

A tragic house fire in Meerut, India, caused by a suspected electrical short circuit, has resulted in the death of six people, including five children, prompting an investigation and condolences from the chief minister.

Man Injured After Road Rage Incident Escalates to Shooting in Faridabad

Man Injured After Road Rage Incident Escalates to Shooting in Faridabad

Rediff.com3 Apr 2026

A road rage incident in Faridabad, Haryana, escalated into a shooting, leaving one man with minor injuries. Police are investigating and searching for the suspects.