News for 'indian prisons'

Four Men Get Life for 2017 Delhi Murder: Justice Served

Four Men Get Life for 2017 Delhi Murder: Justice Served

Rediff.com13 Mar 2026

A Delhi court sentenced four men to life imprisonment for the 2017 murder of a 17-year-old boy in Kirti Nagar, West Delhi, finding they acted with common intention.

Dhurandhar The Revenge Review: Gory, Yet Electrifying

Dhurandhar The Revenge Review: Gory, Yet Electrifying

Rediff.com21 Mar 2026

If you are willing to spare four hours of your day on a spy action thriller, Dhurandhar The Revenge will surprise, shock and overwhelm you with its nervous energy, notes Divya Nair.

Sonam Wangchuk released after govt revokes detention

Sonam Wangchuk released after govt revokes detention

Rediff.com14 Mar 2026

The Indian government has revoked the detention of climate activist Sonam Wangchuk, who was held under the National Security Act following protests in Ladakh.

Young Sherlock Review: Tremendous Fun

Young Sherlock Review: Tremendous Fun

Rediff.com5 Mar 2026

Even with its convoluted plot and a bit of a mid-series sag, Young Sherlock is tremendous fun, applauds Deepa Gahlot.

Pak to free 367 Indian prisoners to send positive message

Pak to free 367 Indian prisoners to send positive message

Rediff.com17 Aug 2013

Pakistan will release 367 Indian prisoners next week to send a positive message to its neighbour amid high tension due to firing on the Line of Control, Pakistani sources said on Saturday.

Burney asks Pak govt to free three Indian prisoners

Burney asks Pak govt to free three Indian prisoners

Rediff.com2 Apr 2012

Leading rights activist Ansar Burney has asked the Pakistan government to immediately free three Indian prisoners who have either completed their jail terms or whose release has been ordered by the court. Indian national Surjeet Singh alias Makhan Singh had completed his prison term on October 30, 2010 but he continues to be held in prison, Burney said in letters sent to President Asif Ali Zardari, Prime Minister Yusuf Raza Gilani.

Trump's Pause Gives Iran NOTHING!

Trump's Pause Gives Iran NOTHING!

Rediff.com25 Mar 2026

The pause gives the US time to breathe, to regroup, to move its expeditionary force into position without risk of interception along the way. It gives Iran nothing -- on the ground, attacks against its infrastructure continue apace. Prem Panicker in his must read daily blog on the Gulf War.

Over 10K Indians languishing in foreign jails; 50% in Saudi and UAE

Over 10K Indians languishing in foreign jails; 50% in Saudi and UAE

Rediff.com7 Feb 2025

The Indian government has informed Parliament that there are currently over 10,000 Indian prisoners, including undertrials, in foreign jails. The Ministry of External Affairs shared country-wise data, with Saudi Arabia and the UAE having the highest number of Indian prisoners. The government has assured that it prioritizes the safety and well-being of Indians abroad and provides consular assistance, legal aid, and financial support to those imprisoned.

Mauritius to hand over 32 Indian prisoners

Mauritius to hand over 32 Indian prisoners

Rediff.com25 Oct 2005

Mauritius to hand over 32 Indian prisoners

Indian prisoner, granted amnesty, still in jail

Indian prisoner, granted amnesty, still in jail

Rediff.com6 Jul 2006

His father has refused to sign a letter promising that his son will not repeat the crime of 'killing a bicyclist in a traffic accident'.\n

Indian prisoner attacked thrice in Pakistani jail

Indian prisoner attacked thrice in Pakistani jail

Rediff.com5 Aug 2016

Ansari was attacked and injured three times over the last couple of months and shifted to the hospital for treatment, the counsel added.

Gavaskar, Kapil Join Global Captains' Appeal for Imran Khan

Gavaskar, Kapil Join Global Captains' Appeal for Imran Khan

Rediff.com17 Feb 2026

Sunil Gavaskar, Kapil Dev and 12 other former international captains have written to Pakistan's government expressing concern over jailed ex-PM Imran Khan's health and calling for proper medical care and dignified treatment.

Indian youth fighting for Russia surrenders to Ukrainian forces

Indian youth fighting for Russia surrenders to Ukrainian forces

Rediff.com8 Oct 2025

An Indian national fighting alongside the Russian military surrendered to Ukrainian forces. The individual, identified as Majoti Sahil Mohamed Hussein from Gujarat, claimed he was forced to join the Russian military to avoid prison after being convicted on drug-related charges.

10 Must Watch Movies From Around The World

10 Must Watch Movies From Around The World

Rediff.com25 Feb 2026

Aseem Chhabra lists his top 10 films from this year's Sundance festival, a blend of narratives and documentaries made in the US and other parts of the world.

How Parents Can Deal With Child's Gaming Addiction

How Parents Can Deal With Child's Gaming Addiction

Rediff.com25 Feb 2026

'Look at what kind of sites the child is visiting, what kind of games they are playing and then tell them about the pitfalls.' 'After the child sleeps, parents can check the history of sites visited and block sites that could be dangerous or inappropriate.'

Pakistan releases 99 Indian prisoners

Pakistan releases 99 Indian prisoners

Rediff.com23 May 2008

Pakistan on Friday freed 96 Indian fishermen and three other civilian prisoners from a jail in Karachi as a goodwill gesture, close on the heels of External Affairs Minister Pranab Mukherjee's visit to the country. The Indian fishermen and other prisoners will be taken from Karachi to Lahore before being handed over to Indian authorities at the Wagah land border on Saturday, officials said. The three civilian prisoners had been held in prison for at least 20 years.

Indian prisoners in UAE, too ashamed to go back home

Indian prisoners in UAE, too ashamed to go back home

Rediff.com1 Jun 2013

Indian prisoners lodged in UAE jails would be grateful if allowed to serve their sentences back home - but not all.

Cong's Prithviraj Chavan defends Mamdani's note for Umar Khalid

Cong's Prithviraj Chavan defends Mamdani's note for Umar Khalid

Rediff.com5 Jan 2026

Senior Congress leader Prithviraj Chavan defends New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani's note for jailed activist Umar Khalid, emphasizing the importance of human rights.

LeT hunts for new jihadis in Indian prisons

LeT hunts for new jihadis in Indian prisons

Rediff.com10 May 2012

The arrest of alleged terrorist Abdul Rehman has raised some crucial questions about the actual level of security and monitoring in Indian prisons

Images That Defined 2025

Images That Defined 2025

Rediff.com29 Dec 2025

Captured in powerful images and unforgettable moments, 2025 emerged as a turning point in global affairs. These images tell the defining stories that shaped the world across continents.

Pakistan releases 180 Indian prisoners

Pakistan releases 180 Indian prisoners

Rediff.com7 Jan 2012

The released Indian nationals were later put on four buses, which will take them to Wagah border near Lahore for their handing over to the Indian authorities on Sunday.

Pakistan releases Indian prisoner Hamid Nihal Ansari after 6 years

Pakistan releases Indian prisoner Hamid Nihal Ansari after 6 years

Rediff.com17 Dec 2018

Ansari, a 33-year-old Mumbai resident, was lodged in the Peshawar Central Jail after being sentenced by the military court on December 15, 2015.

Indian youth stabs passengers with fork on Lufthansa flight

Indian youth stabs passengers with fork on Lufthansa flight

Rediff.com28 Oct 2025

An Indian national was arrested after allegedly stabbing two teenagers with a metal fork and slapping a co-passenger on a Lufthansa flight from Chicago to Germany, leading to an emergency landing in Boston.

Accused is entitled to...: Ex-CJI on Umar Khalid's bail

Accused is entitled to...: Ex-CJI on Umar Khalid's bail

Rediff.com19 Jan 2026

'Because, if someone remains an undertrial prisoner for five or seven years and is finally proven innocent, how will you compensate for the time lost?'

Happy Patel: Khatarnak Jasoos Review: Vir Das Deserves Better

Happy Patel: Khatarnak Jasoos Review: Vir Das Deserves Better

Rediff.com16 Jan 2026

Happy Patel: Khatarnak Jasoos is not supposed to make sense, and doesn't even pretend to, observes Deepa Gahlot.

'India sees chaos': Sheikh Hasina slams Yunus over violence

'India sees chaos': Sheikh Hasina slams Yunus over violence

Rediff.com22 Dec 2025

'The strain you are witnessing is entirely of Yunus's making. His government issues hostile statements against India, fails to protect religious minorities, and allows extremists to dictate foreign policy, then expresses surprise when tensions rise'

Indian-American govt employee held in NY for doing 2 jobs

Indian-American govt employee held in NY for doing 2 jobs

Rediff.com24 Oct 2025

The United States authorities have arrested an Indian-American government employee on charges of 'grand larceny' for allegedly working a 'second, full-time job' during the hours he was being paid to perform his official duties as a state employee.

'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.

'Now, Jail Is The Rule, Bail Is The Exception'

'Now, Jail Is The Rule, Bail Is The Exception'

Rediff.com5 Jan 2026

'If the trial is not going on, if the charges have not been framed, it is obvious that he must be given bail. But he has been denied again.'

Morbi man captured in Ukraine appeals to Modi for help

Morbi man captured in Ukraine appeals to Modi for help

Rediff.com22 Dec 2025

A 22-year-old man from Gujarat's Morbi town, captured by Ukrainian forces while fighting for the Russian military, has sent a video message to his family here, making an emotional appeal for help from the Indian government for his release.

Why Venezuela Did Not Celebrate Maduro's Fall

Why Venezuela Did Not Celebrate Maduro's Fall

Rediff.com14 Jan 2026

Years of repression and disappearances have taught Venezuelans, the hard way, not to voice either their anger or their joy, observes Radha Roy Biswas who spent her formative years in Venezuela.

Sheena Bora Case: A Sleuth Takes The Stand

Sheena Bora Case: A Sleuth Takes The Stand

Rediff.com3 Feb 2026

Indrani Mukerjea, in pure white, sporting dancing pearl jhumkas, bobbed about the accused box, occasionally floating up front to whisper urgent suggestions to her lawyer Ranjeet Sangle as retired cop and prosecution witness Dinesh Kadam gave her a long look. Vaihayasi Pande Daniel returns to cover the Sheena Bora murder trial after 18 months.

India's Problem: Strong Power, Weak Resistance

India's Problem: Strong Power, Weak Resistance

Rediff.com3 Jan 2026

This new year will bring, once again, a repetition of both intent and apathy, expects Aakar Patel.

At PM's request, Saudi Crown Prince orders release of 850 Indian prisoners

At PM's request, Saudi Crown Prince orders release of 850 Indian prisoners

Rediff.com21 Feb 2019

After the talks, it was also announced that India has decided to extend e-Visa facility to Saudi nationals.

Was Maduro's Capture A Warning Shot To China?

Was Maduro's Capture A Warning Shot To China?

Rediff.com24 Jan 2026

China has made serious inroads into Latin America, which the US may now be hinting is simply not ok: Stay in your lane, Xi! In simple terms, China will no longer have access to Venezuelan oil, points out Rajeev Srinivasan.

Indians, not British, freed us from Ottoman rule: Israeli mayor

Indians, not British, freed us from Ottoman rule: Israeli mayor

Rediff.com29 Sep 2025

"I was born in this city and graduated from here. Constantly we were told that this city was freed by the British till somebody from the Historical Society knocked at my door one day and said that they have done a thorough research and found that it wasn't the British but the Indians who freed this city (from the Ottomans)," said the mayor of Haifa, Yona Yahav.

What The 1962 War Taught The Chinese

What The 1962 War Taught The Chinese

Rediff.com24 Dec 2025

The fierce battles of Galwan, Rezang La, Gurung Hill, and Walong taught the PLA a hard lesson: Fighting the Indian Army would never be easy or inexpensive.

Does Tamannaah Look Like Jayashree? VOTE

Does Tamannaah Look Like Jayashree? VOTE

Rediff.com10 Dec 2025

V Shantaram is a historical biographical drama that honours the life, spirit and cinematic uprising of one of India's most visionary storytellers.

Now NCERT Class VII book expands account of Ghazni's plunders, killings

Now NCERT Class VII book expands account of Ghazni's plunders, killings

Rediff.com7 Dec 2025

The six-page section, titled The Ghaznavid Invasions, states that Mahmud of Ghazni conducted 17 campaigns in India, returning each time with large quantities of treasure. The old NCERT class 7 history textbook had a paragraph on Mahmud of Ghazni.