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Four Acquitted in Delhi Expressway Robbery Attempt Case

Four Acquitted in Delhi Expressway Robbery Attempt Case

Rediff.com5 Mar 2026

A Delhi court acquitted four men accused of attempting to murder a contractor and his guards during an alleged robbery bid near the Delhi-Mumbai Expressway in 2023, citing the prosecution's failure to prove the charges beyond reasonable doubt due to key witnesses turning hostile.

TCS case: Nida Khan involved in 'forcible conversion'

TCS case: Nida Khan involved in 'forcible conversion'

Rediff.com21 Apr 2026

Police are searching for a TCS employee, Nida Khan, in connection with alleged forcible conversion at the company's Nashik unit. This follows the arrest of eight individuals in related sexual harassment cases. Khan's anticipatory bail plea was adjourned, and police are actively seeking her arrest.

Health Club Owner Acquitted: Court Cites Vague Allegations and Probe Lapses

Health Club Owner Acquitted: Court Cites Vague Allegations and Probe Lapses

Rediff.com3 Apr 2026

A Delhi court has acquitted a health club owner of sexual harassment charges, citing vague allegations, inconsistencies in the complainant's testimony, and a flawed police investigation.

Life Sentence for Teacher in Dr Vandana Das Murder Case; Prosecution to Appeal for Death Penalty

Life Sentence for Teacher in Dr Vandana Das Murder Case; Prosecution to Appeal for Death Penalty

Rediff.com21 Mar 2026

A teacher convicted of murdering Dr Vandana Das in a Kerala hospital has been sentenced to life imprisonment. The prosecution plans to appeal for the death penalty.

Woman Acquitted in Passport Case: Court Cautions Against Misuse of Criminal Charges in Matrimonial Disputes

Woman Acquitted in Passport Case: Court Cautions Against Misuse of Criminal Charges in Matrimonial Disputes

Rediff.com1 Apr 2026

A Delhi court has discharged a woman accused of using forged documents to apply for her son's passport, cautioning against the misuse of criminal charges in matrimonial disputes. The court found that the prosecution failed to provide sufficient evidence to support the charges of forgery and cheating.

Train Shooting Accused Seeks Bail Citing 'Borderline Insanity'

Train Shooting Accused Seeks Bail Citing 'Borderline Insanity'

Rediff.com2 Mar 2026

Former RPF constable Chetansinh Chaudhary, accused of killing his senior and three passengers on a train in 2023, has applied for bail, citing 'borderline insanity' and blaming railway authorities for not assessing his mental state.

Naval Singh Removed After Sumit Antil Alleges Harassment

Naval Singh Removed After Sumit Antil Alleges Harassment

Rediff.com18 Apr 2026

The Paralympic Committee of India (PCI) has terminated the services of coach Naval Singh after Paralympic gold medallist Sumit Antil accused him of mental harassment and verbal abuse.

NIA Court Rejects Varavara Rao's Plea to Move to Hyderabad

NIA Court Rejects Varavara Rao's Plea to Move to Hyderabad

Rediff.com19 Mar 2026

A special NIA court in Mumbai has denied poet-activist Varavara Rao's request to permanently relocate to Hyderabad, citing a lack of authority to modify bail conditions set by the Supreme Court in the Elgar Parishad-Maoist links case.

Court Acquits Man in 2016 Robbery Case

Court Acquits Man in 2016 Robbery Case

Rediff.com26 Feb 2026

A Delhi court acquitted a man in a 2016 robbery case, citing the complainant's failure to identify him during a test identification parade (TIP) as creating 'serious doubt' about his involvement.

Chhattisgarh HC Sentences Amit Jogi to Life Imprisonment in Murder Case

Chhattisgarh HC Sentences Amit Jogi to Life Imprisonment in Murder Case

Rediff.com6 Apr 2026

The Chhattisgarh High Court has sentenced Amit Jogi, son of former chief minister Ajit Jogi, to life imprisonment for the 2003 murder of NCP leader Ramavatar Jaggi, overturning a previous acquittal.

Delhi Court Convicts Man for 2019 Cousin Murder, Acquits Accomplice

Delhi Court Convicts Man for 2019 Cousin Murder, Acquits Accomplice

Rediff.com2 Apr 2026

A Delhi court has convicted a man for the 2019 murder of his cousin based on circumstantial and forensic evidence, while acquitting his alleged accomplice due to lack of proof of common intention.

Man acquitted in 1993 Mumbai riots case due to lack of evidence

Man acquitted in 1993 Mumbai riots case due to lack of evidence

Rediff.com11 Dec 2025

A court in Mumbai acquitted a 53-year-old man in a 1993 riots case, citing the prosecution's failure to prove his participation in the violence that followed the demolition of the Babri Masjid.

Delhi High Court Acquits Sonu Punjaban in Trafficking Case

Delhi High Court Acquits Sonu Punjaban in Trafficking Case

Rediff.com24 Mar 2026

The Delhi High Court has overturned the conviction and 24-year jail sentence of Geeta Arora, also known as Sonu Punjaban, in a case involving the alleged trafficking of a 12-year-old girl, citing inconsistencies and contradictions in the victim's testimony and gaps in the prosecution's case.

Delhi Court Affirms Conviction, Highlights Women's Safety on Public Transport

Delhi Court Affirms Conviction, Highlights Women's Safety on Public Transport

Rediff.com10 Mar 2026

A Delhi court has upheld the conviction of a man for sexually harassing a woman on the Delhi Metro, emphasising the need for enhanced safety measures for women on public transport.

Doctor Vandana Das Murder Case: Accused Sentenced to Life, Prosecution to Appeal

Doctor Vandana Das Murder Case: Accused Sentenced to Life, Prosecution to Appeal

Rediff.com21 Mar 2026

A teacher convicted of murdering Dr. Vandana Das in a Kerala hospital has been sentenced to life imprisonment, prompting the prosecution to seek the death penalty.

Three Acquitted in 2015 Janakpuri Murder Case Due to Inconsistencies

Three Acquitted in 2015 Janakpuri Murder Case Due to Inconsistencies

Rediff.com2 Mar 2026

A Delhi court acquitted three men accused of a 2015 murder, citing material inconsistencies in the prosecution's case and unreliable witness testimonies.

Minor tribal girl forcibly married, mother gets Rs 50,000

Minor tribal girl forcibly married, mother gets Rs 50,000

Rediff.com3 Oct 2025

Police in Palghar, Maharashtra, have registered a case against five individuals involved in the marriage of a 16-year-old minor tribal girl. The case involves charges of rape, human trafficking, harassment, and violations of the POCSO Act, Prohibition of Child Marriage Act, and the Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act.

Supreme Court Dismisses Snake Venom Case Against Elvish Yadav

Supreme Court Dismisses Snake Venom Case Against Elvish Yadav

Rediff.com19 Mar 2026

The Supreme Court has quashed the FIR against Elvish Yadav, who was arrested for allegedly using snake venom at a rave party in Noida. Yadav expresses relief and questions who will compensate for the harassment he and his family faced.

'I think of your words': Zohran Mamdani writes to Umar Khalid

'I think of your words': Zohran Mamdani writes to Umar Khalid

Rediff.com2 Jan 2026

US lawmakers have written to the Indian Ambassador to the US, expressing concern over the prolonged detention of activist Umar Khalid and urging a fair trial in accordance with international law.

Human teeth not dangerous weapon: HC on woman's plaint against in-laws

Human teeth not dangerous weapon: HC on woman's plaint against in-laws

Rediff.com10 Apr 2025

The Bombay High Court has quashed an FIR filed against a woman's in-laws after she alleged her sister-in-law bit her. The court ruled that human teeth cannot be considered a dangerous weapon, citing the complainant's medical certificates which showed only simple hurt caused by teeth marks. The court also noted a possible property dispute between the accused and the complainant.

SC quashes rape FIR, cites consensual relationship

SC quashes rape FIR, cites consensual relationship

Rediff.com5 Feb 2026

The Supreme Court of India quashed a rape FIR, stating the case was a consensual relationship that turned sour. The court emphasized the need for caution in identifying genuine rape cases versus disputes arising from consensual relationships.

Tough penal law on hold till talks with truckers: Govt

Tough penal law on hold till talks with truckers: Govt

Rediff.com2 Jan 2024

Union Home Secretary Ajay Bhalla Tuesday said the decision to invoke a new penal provision related to hit-and-run cases, which has sparked protests by truckers, will be taken only after consultation with the All India Motor Transport Congress.

SC sets time limit for arguments in Delhi riots case

SC sets time limit for arguments in Delhi riots case

Rediff.com3 Dec 2025

The Supreme Court has directed lawyers for the accused in the February 2020 Delhi riots to restrict their oral arguments to 15 minutes, emphasizing the need for a time schedule. The court also addressed bail pleas from activists like Sharjeel Imam and Umar Khalid, while the Delhi Police maintained the riots were a pre-planned attack.

Jailed MP Engineer Rashid allowed to vote in VP poll

Jailed MP Engineer Rashid allowed to vote in VP poll

Rediff.com6 Sep 2025

A Delhi court has granted Lok Sabha MP Engineer Rashid, currently jailed on terror funding charges, permission to vote in the upcoming Vice Presidential election.

SC aks govt to protect, compensate vulnerable cyber victims

SC aks govt to protect, compensate vulnerable cyber victims

Rediff.com16 Feb 2026

The Supreme Court has directed the government to raise awareness, compensate, and protect vulnerable individuals who have lost money in cyber scams. The court's remarks came while granting bail to an accused in a cybercrime case, emphasizing the need for public education and cybersecurity awareness.

SC grants protection to scribe in case booked in Assam

SC grants protection to scribe in case booked in Assam

Rediff.com28 Aug 2025

The Supreme Court has granted interim protection to journalist Abhisar Sharma in an FIR lodged against him in Assam over a video post allegedly criticising the state's policies.

Mumbai man unleashes pet dog on minor boy, booked

Mumbai man unleashes pet dog on minor boy, booked

Rediff.com21 Jul 2025

A disturbing incident occurred in Mumbai on July 17, 2025, at around 10 pm, where Mohammad Sohail Khan deliberately unleashed his pet dog on a minor boy, who was playing in a parked auto-rickshaw, according to Mumbai Police.

National Herald case: ED to file fresh charge sheet against Gandhis

National Herald case: ED to file fresh charge sheet against Gandhis

Rediff.com16 Dec 2025

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) will file a fresh charge sheet against Congress leaders Sonia and Rahul Gandhi in the National Herald money laundering case after taking cognisance of the latest Delhi Police FIR.

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.

SC denies bail to Umar Khalid, Sharjeel Imam; releases 5 others

SC denies bail to Umar Khalid, Sharjeel Imam; releases 5 others

Rediff.com5 Jan 2026

The Supreme Court has refused to grant bail to activists Umar Khalid and Sharjeel Imam in the 2020 Delhi riots conspiracy matter, citing a prima facie case against them under the UAPA. However, bail was granted to other activists in the same case.

SC defers hearing on bail pleas of Umar Khalid, Sharjeel Imam

SC defers hearing on bail pleas of Umar Khalid, Sharjeel Imam

Rediff.com19 Sep 2025

The Supreme Court on Friday adjourned to September 22 the hearing on bail pleas of activists Umar Khalid, Sharjeel Imam, Gulfisha Fatima and Meeran Haider in the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA) case related to the alleged conspiracy behind the February 2020 riots in Delhi.

SC denies bail to man accused of ISIS ties, says 'best morning' to do so

SC denies bail to man accused of ISIS ties, says 'best morning' to do so

Rediff.com11 Nov 2025

The Supreme Court of India denied bail to a man accused of being associated with ISIS, citing concerns about a potential 'ring of terror' plot. The decision came after the accused challenged a lower court's denial of bail in a case involving charges under UAPA and IPC.

Centre Moves To Bar Drugmakers Over Fake Information

Centre Moves To Bar Drugmakers Over Fake Information

Rediff.com3 Nov 2025

At present, there is no provision under Drugs Rules, 1945 to address issues of wrong information to obtain regulatory approvals.

Failed relationships shouldn't be criminalised as rape: SC

Failed relationships shouldn't be criminalised as rape: SC

Rediff.com24 Nov 2025

The Supreme Court of India has expressed concern over the increasing tendency to label failed relationships as rape, emphasizing the need to distinguish between genuine sexual violence and consensual acts within a relationship.

RPF constable shot 'bearded' man twice: Witness

RPF constable shot 'bearded' man twice: Witness

Rediff.com22 Sep 2025

A witness in the July 2023 train shooting incident, where an RPF constable allegedly killed four people, testified in a Mumbai court, describing the events.

Sedition case against UP folk singer for 'provocative' posts on Pahalgam attack

Sedition case against UP folk singer for 'provocative' posts on Pahalgam attack

Rediff.com28 Apr 2025

Police in Lucknow, India, have filed a sedition case against folk singer Neha Singh Rathore for her social media posts targeting a particular faith community in the wake of the Pahalgam tragedy. The complainant alleges that her posts could harm the nation's unity. The complaint references the execution-like killing of 26 people in Pahalgam by terrorists, and states that Rathore's posts incited one community against another based on religion. The case against Rathore was registered under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) for attempting to promote sectarian animosity, disturbing public tranquillity and endangering the sovereignty, unity and integrity of India. She was also booked under the Information Technology Act.

HC allows video recording of US witness in Official Secrets Act case

HC allows video recording of US witness in Official Secrets Act case

Rediff.com29 Oct 2025

The Delhi High Court has allowed the recording of evidence of a US-based prosecution witness through video conferencing in a 2012 case related to the Official Secrets Act involving arms dealer Abhishek Verma and his wife. The court outlined safeguards to protect sensitive material during the proceedings.

Malegaon blast case judgment likely on July 31

Malegaon blast case judgment likely on July 31

Rediff.com8 May 2025

A Special NIA court in Mumbai has reserved the judgment in the 2008 Malegaon blast case for July 31. The court said the case has voluminous documents and needs time to deliver the verdict. The blast, which occurred in September 2008, killed six people and injured over 100. Seven accused, including Lt Col Prasad Purohit and BJP leader Pragya Thakur, are facing trial in the case.

ED chargesheets Elvish Yadav, singer Fazilpuria in money laundering case

ED chargesheets Elvish Yadav, singer Fazilpuria in money laundering case

Rediff.com16 Oct 2025

The Enforcement Directorate has filed a chargesheet against YouTuber Elvish Yadav, singer Rahul Yadav (Fazilpuria), and others, accusing them of money laundering related to wildlife crimes involving protected snakes and lizards.

Court acquits Dileep, finds 6 guilty in actress assault case

Court acquits Dileep, finds 6 guilty in actress assault case

Rediff.com9 Dec 2025

The court, however, found six others, including prime accused Sunil N S alias Pulsar Suni, who directly committed the crime, guilty.