News for 'illegal weapons'

Bambiha Gang Associate Arrested with Illegal Weapons in Punjab

Bambiha Gang Associate Arrested with Illegal Weapons in Punjab

Rediff.com4 Mar 2026

Police in Faridkot, Punjab, have arrested an associate of the Bambiha gang and recovered illegal weapons. In a separate operation, a drug smuggler was apprehended with two kg of heroin.

Punjab Police Nab Two with Illegal Weapons; Pakistan Link Suspected

Punjab Police Nab Two with Illegal Weapons; Pakistan Link Suspected

Rediff.com27 Feb 2026

Moga police arrested two individuals and recovered illegal weapons from their possession. Preliminary investigation suggests a possible link to a Pakistan-based handler.

Delhi Police Nab Teenager with Illegal Firearms, Suspected Kala Jathedi Gang Member

Delhi Police Nab Teenager with Illegal Firearms, Suspected Kala Jathedi Gang Member

Rediff.com28 Feb 2026

Delhi Police have arrested a 19-year-old, allegedly associated with the Kala Jathedi gang, and recovered two semi-automatic pistols and live cartridges from him.

Punjab Police Dismantles Arms Module Linked to Philippines and UAE

Punjab Police Dismantles Arms Module Linked to Philippines and UAE

Rediff.com4 days ago

Punjab Police have dismantled an arms supply module with connections to handlers in the Philippines and the UAE, arresting one man and detaining a juvenile. The recovered weapons were intended for use in firing and extortion activities.

Delhi Police Arrest 40 in Rohini Crime Crackdown

Delhi Police Arrest 40 in Rohini Crime Crackdown

Rediff.com12 hours ago

Delhi Police arrested 40 people and apprehended a juvenile in Rohini during an overnight drive targeting organised and street crime, seizing illegal arms, narcotics, and illicit liquor.

Amritsar Police Smash Cross-Border Arms Smuggling Operation

Amritsar Police Smash Cross-Border Arms Smuggling Operation

Rediff.com6 days ago

Punjab Police have dismantled a cross-border arms smuggling operation in Amritsar, arresting six individuals and seizing weapons linked to Pakistan-based smugglers.

Delhi Police's 'Operation Shastra' Leads to Multiple Arrests, Arms Seizure

Delhi Police's 'Operation Shastra' Leads to Multiple Arrests, Arms Seizure

Rediff.com6 hours ago

A 24-hour operation by the Delhi Police resulted in the arrest of 47 criminals and the seizure of illegal firearms and knives, aimed at curbing street crime and maintaining law and order in the northern districts.

'Dhurandhar' singer Jasmine Sandlas stops concert to ensure women's safety

'Dhurandhar' singer Jasmine Sandlas stops concert to ensure women's safety

Rediff.com11 Feb 2026

Singer Jasmine Sandlas paused her concert at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium after noticing women being harassed, drawing praise for prioritizing their safety.

Pak-backed drug cartel busted in Punjab; soldier, ex-cop among 6 held

Pak-backed drug cartel busted in Punjab; soldier, ex-cop among 6 held

Rediff.com22 Feb 2026

Punjab Police have dismantled a heroin trafficking network, arresting six individuals including an Army man and a dismissed police personnel. The operation uncovered links to Pakistan-based smugglers using drones to deliver heroin.

Two Arrested in Gurugram for Public Sword Display

Two Arrested in Gurugram for Public Sword Display

Rediff.com5 days ago

Gurugram police arrested two men for brandishing swords in public and recovered weapons from their vehicle.

Second Accused in Salim Wastik Attack Dies After Encounter

Second Accused in Salim Wastik Attack Dies After Encounter

Rediff.com4 Mar 2026

The second accused in the attack on YouTuber Salim Ahmed, also known as Salim Wastik, has died from injuries sustained during a police encounter in Ghaziabad. The accused, Gulfaam, had a reward of Rs 1 lakh on his head and was wanted in connection with the attack on Wastik.

Man wanted in attempted murder case arrested after encounter in UP

Man wanted in attempted murder case arrested after encounter in UP

Rediff.com1 Mar 2026

A man wanted in connection with an attempted murder case and an attack on a police team was arrested in Sultanpur, Uttar Pradesh, following an exchange of fire with the police.

344 illegal weapons seized in Assam's Bodoland area

344 illegal weapons seized in Assam's Bodoland area

Rediff.com4 Aug 2014

The Assam police and security forces have seized 344 illegal weapons from extremists from the troubled Bodoland Territorial Autonomous District Council areas in Assam from 2012 to July, 2014.

Pan-India LeT module busted, 7 Bangladeshis among 8 held

Pan-India LeT module busted, 7 Bangladeshis among 8 held

Rediff.com22 Feb 2026

In a major counter-terror operation spanning three states, the Delhi Police has dismantled a Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) module comprising eight operatives, including seven Bangladeshi nationals who had illegally entered India and procured forged identity documents, an official said on Sunday.

Gurugram Police Nab Wanted Criminal After Encounter

Gurugram Police Nab Wanted Criminal After Encounter

Rediff.com27 Feb 2026

Gurugram Police arrested a wanted criminal, Ankit Kumar, after a brief encounter near Pachgaon chowk. The accused, who had escaped from a jail in Uttar Pradesh, was injured in the exchange of fire and is currently hospitalized.

After Trump's claim, India flags Pakistan's 'illegal' nuclear past

After Trump's claim, India flags Pakistan's 'illegal' nuclear past

Rediff.com8 Nov 2025

India responded to US President Donald Trump's comments regarding Pakistan's nuclear weapons testing, highlighting Pakistan's history of nuclear proliferation and illegal activities.

Kerala HC grants bail to suspected LTTE member over delayed trial

Kerala HC grants bail to suspected LTTE member over delayed trial

Rediff.com26 Feb 2026

The Kerala High Court granted bail to a Sri Lankan refugee suspected of being an LTTE member in a UAPA case, citing prolonged judicial custody without trial commencement.

India unveils 'Prahaar', first national counter-terror policy

India unveils 'Prahaar', first national counter-terror policy

Rediff.com23 Feb 2026

The policy unveiled by the home ministry is based on seven key pillars to counter the terror threats emanating from India or abroad -- prevention, responses, aggregating internal capacities, human rights and "Rule of Law"-based processes.

T20 World Cup: Pakistan's X-Factor May Trouble India

T20 World Cup: Pakistan's X-Factor May Trouble India

Rediff.com11 Feb 2026

India's biggest challenge could come from an unexpected source -- Pakistan's mystery spinner Usman Tariq.

The Man The LTTE Couldn't Kill

The Man The LTTE Couldn't Kill

Rediff.com5 Jan 2026

The Tigers refused to forgive Douglas Devananda and tried to assassinate him repeatedly. He later said: "(LTTE chief Velupillai) Prabhakaran cannot kill me." Destiny proved him right.

VIDEO: Modi makes historic landing at Assam highway airstrip

VIDEO: Modi makes historic landing at Assam highway airstrip

Rediff.com14 Feb 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Northeast's first Emergency Landing Facility in Assam, boosting regional defense and disaster response capabilities.

Pakistan's nuclear proliferation scared US, Russia: Report

Pakistan's nuclear proliferation scared US, Russia: Report

Rediff.com26 Dec 2025

Newly declassified documents from the United States National Security Archive have revealed that Pakistan's nuclear proliferation was a significant concern for both the US and Russia, with leaders expressing 'nervous' fears about the country's atomic stability.

Terror plot foiled in Punjab, six BKI operatives held; arms, ammo seized

Terror plot foiled in Punjab, six BKI operatives held; arms, ammo seized

Rediff.com23 Jan 2026

Punjab Police announced the busting of two terror modules ahead of Republic Day, resulting in the arrest of six operatives and the seizure of arms and ammunition.

EC orders seizure of illegal weapons before polls in Assam

EC orders seizure of illegal weapons before polls in Assam

Rediff.com12 Mar 2014

The Election Commission of India has decided to seize both licensed and illegal weapons before the Lok Sabha election and will reject requests from political parties for change of poll dates because of festivals in Assam.

Punjab Kesari Tells AAP Govt: 'We Won't Be Cowed Down'

Punjab Kesari Tells AAP Govt: 'We Won't Be Cowed Down'

Rediff.com22 Jan 2026

'If you want to force the press into blacking out the Opposition's views or colour the news to your own liking, we will not do so.' 'We stand by freedom of expression. It is our Constitutional right. We stand by our Constitutional right.'

Notorious illegal arms supplier 'Salim Pistol' arrested in Nepal

Notorious illegal arms supplier 'Salim Pistol' arrested in Nepal

Rediff.com9 Aug 2025

According to officials, Salim Pistol was arrested by the Delhi Police special cell and Indian security agencies in a joint operation with the Nepal police.

Woman among 5 gangsters held with Pak-made weapons in Ranchi

Woman among 5 gangsters held with Pak-made weapons in Ranchi

Rediff.com22 Oct 2025

Ranchi police arrested five gangsters, including a woman, and seized Pakistan-made pistols. The gang is linked to Koylanchal Shanti Sena (KSS) and Prince Khan, with connections to arms smuggling from Pakistan via drones.

MCOCA slapped on fugitive gangster in London

MCOCA slapped on fugitive gangster in London

Rediff.com6 Nov 2025

Pune police invoke MCOCA against fugitive gangster Nilesh Ghaywal, wanted in multiple cases including murder and extortion. He is believed to be in London.

Fresh unrest grips Bangladesh, govt orders security clampdown

Fresh unrest grips Bangladesh, govt orders security clampdown

Rediff.com13 Dec 2025

Bangladesh's interim government has ordered a nationwide security clampdown following the shooting of a youth leader and election candidate, leading to renewed unrest.

Two shooters among 5 charged in Salman Khan home firing case

Two shooters among 5 charged in Salman Khan home firing case

Rediff.com27 Nov 2025

A special MCOCA court in Mumbai has framed charges against five individuals, including the alleged shooters, in connection with the 2024 firing incident at Salman Khan's residence. The trial will commence following the framing of charges.

Two shooters among 5 charged in Salman Khan home firing case

Two shooters among 5 charged in Salman Khan home firing case

Rediff.com26 Nov 2025

A special MCOCA court in Mumbai has framed charges against five individuals, including the alleged shooters, in connection with the 2024 firing incident at Salman Khan's residence. The trial will commence following the framing of charges.

Molestation Accused Nabbed After Gunfight

Molestation Accused Nabbed After Gunfight

Rediff.com5 Aug 2025

A disturbing incident of molestation was captured on CCTV in Moradabad on August 3, showing a man engaging in indecent behaviour with a burqa-clad woman in broad daylight. The footage quickly went viral on social media, sparking outrage and demands for immediate action.

Treat singers promoting gang culture as criminals: Haryana DGP

Treat singers promoting gang culture as criminals: Haryana DGP

Rediff.com23 Nov 2025

Haryana DGP O P Singh has directed police officers to treat singers who promote gang lifestyles through music and videos as criminals and take strict legal action against them. This directive comes as part of an ongoing effort to curb the promotion of gun culture and violence in the state.

Nehru prevented Sardar Patel from integrating Kashmir: Modi

Nehru prevented Sardar Patel from integrating Kashmir: Modi

Rediff.com31 Oct 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday launched a sharp attack on country's first premier Jawaharlal Nehru, claiming he prevented Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel from fully integrating Kashmir into the Indian Union.

Live 9mm rounds found near exploded car at Red Fort

Live 9mm rounds found near exploded car at Red Fort

Rediff.com16 Nov 2025

Security agencies are probing three bullet cartridges, two of them live rounds, recovered from the debris near the Red Fort blast site, a source said on Sunday.

'India saved my mother's life': Sheikh Hasina's son

'India saved my mother's life': Sheikh Hasina's son

Rediff.com19 Nov 2025

'If she hadn't left Bangladesh, the militants had planned on killing her'

About 1,000 weapons surrendered in Imphal West after Guv's appeal

About 1,000 weapons surrendered in Imphal West after Guv's appeal

Rediff.com13 Mar 2025

According to a senior officer, during the two-week deadline for surrender of arms and ammunition, a total of 990 arms were surrendered with 11,526 ammunition.

16 held for illegal slaughter of cattle in Assam during Eid: Himanta

16 held for illegal slaughter of cattle in Assam during Eid: Himanta

Rediff.com8 Jun 2025

People from the Hindu community blocked roads in Hojai during the day, alleging that some pieces of meat were thrown by miscreants on Saturday night, and while Muslims also held another roadblock and the police had to use batons to disperse protesters, a senior officer said.

Assam to use 1950 Act for direct eviction of illegal foreigners: Sarma

Assam to use 1950 Act for direct eviction of illegal foreigners: Sarma

Rediff.com9 Jun 2025

The final NRC, a list of Indian citizens residing in Assam, was released in 2019 by excluding 19,06,657 people. However, it has not been notified by the Registrar General of India, leaving the controversial document without any official validity.

Woman with AK-47 among 3 docs arrested with 2900 kg of explosives

Woman with AK-47 among 3 docs arrested with 2900 kg of explosives

Rediff.com10 Nov 2025

The Jammu and Kashmir Police has unearthed an interstate and transnational terror module of Jaish-e-Mohamamd and Ansar Ghazwat-ul-Hind outfits by arresting seven persons, including two doctors, and recovering arms and ammunition, officials said in Srinagar on Monday.