News for 'forensic evidence'

Lack Of Evidence Leads To Acquittal In Navi Mumbai Murder Case

Lack Of Evidence Leads To Acquittal In Navi Mumbai Murder Case

Rediff.com17 May 2026

A court in Navi Mumbai acquitted two individuals accused of a 2018 murder, citing insufficient forensic evidence and delays in filing the initial police report.

WB SIT reconstructs scene of minor's rape-murder in Baruipur

WB SIT reconstructs scene of minor's rape-murder in Baruipur

Rediff.com14 Jul 2026

A Special Investigation Team (SIT) has reconstructed the crime scene of a rape and murder case in Baruipur, West Bengal, with the three arrested accused. Forensic experts collected new samples, and the reconstruction aimed to verify statements and corroborate evidence. This follows a previous incident where another accused was killed during a similar reconstruction. The Chief Minister has assured personal monitoring of the investigation, and four separate cases have been registered related to the incident and subsequent events.

Red Fort blast: 7 months later, court allows cremation of victims

Red Fort blast: 7 months later, court allows cremation of victims

Rediff.com13 Jul 2026

A Delhi court has granted permission to the National Investigating Agency (NIA) to cremate or dispose of the remains of 11 victims and the suicide bomber from the Red Fort car bomb explosion last November. The court emphasised dignified disposal respecting religious beliefs and sought a compliance report.

NEET-UG paper leak chargesheet cites accused's gate control app, digital trail

NEET-UG paper leak chargesheet cites accused's gate control app, digital trail

Rediff.com1 days ago

The CBI has filed a charge sheet in the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak case, relying heavily on digital forensic evidence including an access control app and call data records. The investigation revealed that three NTA subject experts allegedly exploited procedural gaps to leak confidential questions for money, involving a beautician and a coaching centre owner in the distribution of the leaked material to aspirants.

Bengal encounter: Arms sent for forensic tests, officers' claim to be verified

Bengal encounter: Arms sent for forensic tests, officers' claim to be verified

Rediff.com8 Jul 2026

The firearms used by police officers during the encounter killing of one of the prime accused in the Baruipur rape-murder case on Wednesday will be sent for forensic tests, and their versions will be recorded and cross-checked, an officer said.

Ranchi man's head found after 17 days; wife, her lover held

Ranchi man's head found after 17 days; wife, her lover held

Rediff.com7 Jul 2026

Police in Ranchi, Jharkhand, have arrested a woman and her lover for allegedly beheading her husband. The victim's headless torso was found on June 19, and his head was recovered 17 days later based on information from the accused. The wife confessed to conspiring the murder due to an extramarital affair.

Samjhauta blast: NIA to compare forensic evidence

Samjhauta blast: NIA to compare forensic evidence

Rediff.com13 Sep 2011

A local court on Tuesday allowed the National Investigation Agency to compare next week forensic evidence collected in Samjhauta Express train blast case with that of bomb attacks in Malegaon, Hyderabad and Ajmer, in which the role of right-wing Hindu extremists is suspected.

Man kills wife, sends video of final moments to her family

Man kills wife, sends video of final moments to her family

Rediff.com28 Jul 2026

A man in Karnataka has been arrested for allegedly murdering his wife, whom he suspected of having an extramarital affair. Police report that he filmed her final moments while she was hanging and circulated the video. The investigation is ongoing to determine the exact circumstances of her death, as blood injuries were found on her body.

AI-171 crash: Forensic scientists recall trauma of identifying victims

AI-171 crash: Forensic scientists recall trauma of identifying victims

Rediff.com11 Jun 2026

A year after the devastating AI-171 Dreamliner crash near Ahmedabad, forensic scientists recount the immense emotional and scientific challenges faced in identifying the 260 victims. The director of Gujarat Directorate of Forensic Sciences, H P Sanghvi, shared the indelible image of a severed hand, symbolising the terror and the team's dedication.

How UP Is Modernising Policing With Forensic Science

How UP Is Modernising Policing With Forensic Science

Rediff.com17 Apr 2026

The Uttar Pradesh government is conducting large-scale training of crime scene experts at the Uttar Pradesh State Institute of Forensic Science (UPSIFS) to modernise policing and make it more result-oriented.

Delhi court convicts man in heroin case, citing complete chain of evidence

Delhi court convicts man in heroin case, citing complete chain of evidence

Rediff.com17 Mar 2026

A Delhi court has convicted a man in a narcotics case involving the recovery of a commercial quantity of heroin, stating that the prosecution proved the chain of evidence and recovery beyond reasonable doubt.

WhatsApp, Telegram, PDFs: How accused circulated NEET papers

WhatsApp, Telegram, PDFs: How accused circulated NEET papers

Rediff.com1 days ago

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has alleged that the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak was orchestrated through an extensive digital network, with confidential question papers circulated via WhatsApp, Telegram, and electronic files among conspirators days before the examination.

Porsche Crash: Juvenile Driver's Mother Seeks Forensic Analysis Of Victims' Blood

Porsche Crash: Juvenile Driver's Mother Seeks Forensic Analysis Of Victims' Blood

Rediff.com19 May 2026

The mother of the juvenile driver involved in the fatal Porsche crash in Pune has filed a court application seeking forensic analysis of the victims' blood and viscera reports.

Engineering Student Dies In Suspicious Circumstances In Bihar Hostel

Engineering Student Dies In Suspicious Circumstances In Bihar Hostel

Rediff.com21 May 2026

A third-year engineering student was found dead in her hostel room in East Champaran district, Bihar, prompting a police investigation into the suspicious circumstances surrounding her death.

BJP Member Murdered In Jaipur; Probe Launched

BJP Member Murdered In Jaipur; Probe Launched

Rediff.com2 Jun 2026

A BJP member and scrap dealer was allegedly murdered in his godown in Jaipur. Police are investigating the incident and examining CCTV footage.

Bengal girl sexually assaulted, thrown into water alive: Autopsy

Bengal girl sexually assaulted, thrown into water alive: Autopsy

Rediff.com6 Jul 2026

An 11-year-old girl's body was found in a pond near Kolkata, with preliminary post-mortem reports indicating head injuries, sexual assault, and drowning. Police have arrested three individuals, including the key accused, as the investigation continues into the brutal crime.

Low-intensity blast rocks Punjab police station; none hurt

Low-intensity blast rocks Punjab police station; none hurt

Rediff.com9 Jul 2026

A low-intensity blast occurred at the Moga Sadar police station in Punjab, reportedly caused by an object hurled by unidentified persons. No injuries or significant property damage were reported, and a high alert has been issued as police investigate and forensic teams collect evidence.

'Psycho killer' poisons 8 men with borax powder, attends their funeral

'Psycho killer' poisons 8 men with borax powder, attends their funeral

Rediff.com23 Jun 2026

A 46-year-old shopkeeper, Ram Sahay Jaiswal, has been arrested in Chhattisgarh's Balodabazar district for allegedly poisoning eight men with borax powder over four months, driven by revenge and grudges.

3 Indian-origin men jailed for running drugs ring in UK

3 Indian-origin men jailed for running drugs ring in UK

Rediff.com27 Jun 2026

A Metropolitan Police investigation into a "sophisticated" west London organised crime network dealing in heroin and crack cocaine has resulted in three Indian-origin men being sentenced to a total of over 22 years.

13-year court battle led to Tarun Tejpal's conviction for rape

13-year court battle led to Tarun Tejpal's conviction for rape

Rediff.com2 days ago

The Bombay High Court has convicted former Tehelka editor Tarun Tejpal for the sexual assault of a junior colleague in 2013, overturning his 2021 acquittal by a trial court.

Nagpur teen assault: Sharp weapons, contraceptives seized from accused's home

Nagpur teen assault: Sharp weapons, contraceptives seized from accused's home

Rediff.com18 hours ago

Nagpur police have seized sharp weapons, a laptop, and contraceptives from the residence of a 19-year-old accused in Thane, who allegedly tortured and sexually assaulted a 16-year-old girl. The accused, Nirmay Madhav Pakhare, is currently hospitalised under judicial custody, while police continue to investigate digital evidence.

Woman Found Hanging In UP, Husband Questioned

Woman Found Hanging In UP, Husband Questioned

Rediff.com15 May 2026

A 30-year-old woman was found dead in her room in Kushinagar, Uttar Pradesh. Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding her death, and her husband has been detained for questioning.

NCW Demands Report Into Noida Woman's Suspicious Death

NCW Demands Report Into Noida Woman's Suspicious Death

Rediff.com20 May 2026

The National Commission for Women (NCW) has taken suo motu cognisance of reports regarding the suspicious death of a 33-year-old Noida woman in Bhopal within five months of marriage, seeking a detailed action taken report from the Madhya Pradesh government within seven days.

Calcutta HC slams TTEs for illegally 'selling berths like vegetables'

Calcutta HC slams TTEs for illegally 'selling berths like vegetables'

Rediff.com13 Jul 2026

The Calcutta High Court has strongly criticised travelling ticket examiners (TTEs) for illegally selling unoccupied berths, likening it to 'selling vegetables in a market', after such an incident led to the death of a drugged theft victim on a train.

Twisha Sharma death: Court rejects 2nd autopsy plea, MP govt seeks CBI probe

Twisha Sharma death: Court rejects 2nd autopsy plea, MP govt seeks CBI probe

Rediff.com20 May 2026

Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav has announced that the state government will seek a CBI probe into the death of Twisha Sharma, a former model and actor, who was found hanging at her matrimonial residence. Her family alleges dowry harassment and fears crucial forensic evidence may be lost due to delays in securing a second autopsy and proper body preservation.

Madhya Pradesh Seeks CBI Probe Into Dowry Death Case

Madhya Pradesh Seeks CBI Probe Into Dowry Death Case

Rediff.com20 May 2026

The family of Twisha Sharma, who died last week, alleges dowry harassment and seeks a CBI probe into her death. A court rejected a plea for a second autopsy, prompting the family to express concerns about the preservation of forensic evidence. Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav has assured the family that the state government will seek a CBI investigation.

Lok Sabha Secretariat director found dead, lens on loan angle

Lok Sabha Secretariat director found dead, lens on loan angle

Rediff.com3 days ago

A 40-year-old director in the Lok Sabha Secretariat allegedly committed suicide at his flat in Noida. Police found a suicide note mentioning a loan, and an investigation is underway.

July 20 clashes: Delhi police examines call records, social media posts

July 20 clashes: Delhi police examines call records, social media posts

Rediff.com24 Jul 2026

Delhi Police is conducting an extensive investigation into the July 20 clashes, utilising thousands of videos, social media broadcasts, and mobile phone records to identify culprits and determine if the violence was pre-planned. The probe also focuses on identifying over 480 Pakistan-based social media handles allegedly spreading misinformation to instigate students during the protests.

CBI charges 13 in NEET-UG paper leak case; names experts, coaching links

CBI charges 13 in NEET-UG paper leak case; names experts, coaching links

Rediff.com29 Jul 2026

The Central Bureau of Investigation on Tuesday filed a charge sheet against 13 accused in the NEET UG 2026 paper leak case, including three paper experts, two associated with coaching centres, middlemen and a number of beneficiary candidates, officials said on Tuesday.

Thailand's School Shooting Horror

Thailand's School Shooting Horror

Rediff.com1 days ago

Scenes from the aftermath of a shooting at the Debsirin Nonthaburi school in Bang Kruai district, Nonthaburi province, on the outskirts of Bangkok, Thailand, August 7, 2026. Three students and three teachers have died in the shooting. The killer, a 14-year-old Class 9 student, is believed to have died by suicide.

CJP protesters used AI tools to counter police measures: Probe

CJP protesters used AI tools to counter police measures: Probe

Rediff.com30 Jul 2026

Delhi Police are investigating claims that protesters involved in the July 20 "Chalo Sansad" demonstration used AI tools to learn methods for countering police crowd-control measures, such as using wet jute bags against tear gas. The probe also covers the alleged distribution of protective gear and the involvement of individuals with prior criminal records, as police analyse digital and other evidence to establish the sequence of events and identify those responsible for the violence.

Delhi Woman Found Dead; Husband Missing, Suspected

Delhi Woman Found Dead; Husband Missing, Suspected

Rediff.com19 Apr 2026

A 19-year-old newly married woman was found dead with strangulation marks at her home in Delhi. Her husband is missing and suspected of the crime.

Did CJP protesters prepare for Internet shutdown before Parl march?

Did CJP protesters prepare for Internet shutdown before Parl march?

Rediff.com21 Jul 2026

Delhi Police are investigating chat messages allegedly exchanged among participants of the recent violent 'Sansad Chalo' march. These messages reportedly discuss strategies to maintain communication during potential internet shutdowns and express a willingness to sacrifice lives for the cause. Investigators are verifying the authenticity of these chats and other digital evidence as part of their probe into the clashes that injured police personnel and protesters.

Consumer forum lifts liquor seller's spirits, tells insurer to pay Rs 1.2 cr

Consumer forum lifts liquor seller's spirits, tells insurer to pay Rs 1.2 cr

Rediff.com4 days ago

A consumer disputes commission in Mumbai has directed National Insurance Company Ltd to pay a liquor wholesaler over 1.2 crore for stock ruined during the 2017 Mumbai floods, deeming the claim rejection 'arbitrary and unreasonable'.

IRS officer's daughter murder: 973-page chargesheet reveals chilling sequence

IRS officer's daughter murder: 973-page chargesheet reveals chilling sequence

Rediff.com17 Jul 2026

The Delhi police filed a 973-page chargesheet in a city court against Rahul Meena, the former domestic help accused in the rape and killing of the 22-year-old daughter of a senior IRS officer, officials said on Friday.

Delhi man stabbed to death protecting woman from molesters

Delhi man stabbed to death protecting woman from molesters

Rediff.com30 Jul 2026

A man was fatally stabbed and a woman seriously injured in a Delhi park while he attempted to protect her from alleged molesters. Police are investigating the incident, scanning CCTV footage, and seeking to identify the attackers and their motive.

Teenager Fatally Stabbed In Delhi's Bhalswa Dairy Area

Teenager Fatally Stabbed In Delhi's Bhalswa Dairy Area

Rediff.com8 May 2026

An 18-year-old was stabbed to death in Bhalswa Dairy, Delhi. Police are investigating and have recovered evidence from the scene.

Woman Found Dead In Hotel Room In Uttar Pradesh

Woman Found Dead In Hotel Room In Uttar Pradesh

Rediff.com19 Apr 2026

A 26-year-old woman was found dead in a hotel room in Mau, Uttar Pradesh. Police suspect suicide. The woman, identified as Bhawna Sharma, was staying at the hotel with a male friend and her son. Investigations are underway.

Woman Found Dead In Sugarcane Field In Meerut

Woman Found Dead In Sugarcane Field In Meerut

Rediff.com17 May 2026

A 20-year-old woman who went missing on her way to a BA final-year exam was found dead in a sugarcane field in Meerut, Uttar Pradesh. Police are investigating the case and have detained one person for questioning.

HC grants bail to Shiv Sena corporator in doctor assault case, externs him

HC grants bail to Shiv Sena corporator in doctor assault case, externs him

Rediff.com1 days ago

The Bombay High Court has granted bail to Shiv Sena corporator Ramesh Mhatre and four others accused of assaulting doctors at a municipal hospital in Thane, ordering a fast-tracked, time-bound trial and imposing strict conditions including staying outside Maharashtra until the chargesheet is filed.