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NIA Raids Punjab Residence Amidst Deepening Terror-Gangster Network Probe

NIA Raids Punjab Residence Amidst Deepening Terror-Gangster Network Probe

Rediff.com9 Jun 2026

The National Investigation Agency (NIA) conducted raids in Punjab's Mansa district and other locations in Punjab and Haryana as part of its ongoing investigation into terror-gangster networks linked to Pakistani terrorist Shahzad Bhatti. The raids targeted individuals, including Yadvinder Singh, who admitted contact with Bhatti and is also facing an NDPS case.

Lakhimpur Kheri Man Dies In Suspected Big Cat Attack

Lakhimpur Kheri Man Dies In Suspected Big Cat Attack

Rediff.com14 Jun 2026

A 60-year-old man, Ramdin, was killed in a suspected big cat attack in his field in Lakhimpur Kheri, Uttar Pradesh. Authorities are investigating whether the animal was a leopard or a tiger, awaiting post-mortem results for further action.

Gurugram Man Dies By Suicide Over Live-in Relationship Discovery

Gurugram Man Dies By Suicide Over Live-in Relationship Discovery

Rediff.com8 Jun 2026

A 19-year-old man in Gurugram allegedly died by suicide after his family discovered he was in a live-in relationship. Vishal, who lived with a woman in a rented accommodation, reportedly experienced mental stress after the revelation. Police are investigating the incident.

Donated silver bricks, ornaments are safe: Ram Mandir trust amid row

Donated silver bricks, ornaments are safe: Ram Mandir trust amid row

Rediff.com27 Jun 2026

The trustees are "shocked" by the developments and are duty-bound to ensure that a fair inquiry is conducted and the faith of devotees is restored.

TN: 3-yr-old girl dies after sexual assault, migrant worker held

TN: 3-yr-old girl dies after sexual assault, migrant worker held

Rediff.com15 Jun 2026

A 19-year-old migrant worker from Bihar has been arrested in Tiruvallur district, Tamil Nadu, for the alleged sexual assault of a three-year-old girl, also from Bihar, who tragically died from her injuries.

Bathinda Arrests Reveal Gangster Network Link

Bathinda Arrests Reveal Gangster Network Link

Rediff.com13 Jun 2026

Punjab Police arrested two individuals in Bathinda, seizing two country-made .32 bore pistols and five live cartridges. Preliminary investigation suggests the accused are linked to a criminal network operated by a jailed gangster in the Ferozepur region. One of the arrested, Kuldeep Singh, has a criminal background.

Jharkhand man has father killed to get his job, arrested

Jharkhand man has father killed to get his job, arrested

Rediff.com26 Jun 2026

A man in Dhanbad, Jharkhand, has been arrested for allegedly orchestrating his father's murder to secure a compassionate appointment at Bharat Coking Coal Limited (BCCL). Two hired assassins were also apprehended, who bludgeoned the father to death and attempted to stage it as a road accident.

CBI Arrests Delhi Police Inspector, DGCA Official Under Scanner For Rs 3 Crore Bribe

CBI Arrests Delhi Police Inspector, DGCA Official Under Scanner For Rs 3 Crore Bribe

Rediff.com10 Jun 2026

The CBI has arrested a Delhi Police Crime Branch Inspector and a middleman for allegedly demanding a Rs 3 crore bribe to influence an investigation into a fake drug manufacturing case. A senior DGCA official is also under scrutiny for their alleged involvement in the bribery scheme.

Unnao Woman Dies Post-Marriage, In-Laws Accused Of Dowry Harassment

Unnao Woman Dies Post-Marriage, In-Laws Accused Of Dowry Harassment

Rediff.com10 Jun 2026

A 20-year-old woman, Chandni, died under suspicious circumstances in Unnao, Uttar Pradesh, less than a month after her marriage. Her family has accused her husband and in-laws of dowry harassment and murder, claiming they demanded a car despite receiving a motorcycle at the wedding. Police are investigating the matter, questioning the in-laws, and awaiting the post-mortem report.

How CBI Is Tackling Widespread Builder-Banker Fraud

How CBI Is Tackling Widespread Builder-Banker Fraud

Rediff.com8 Jun 2026

The Central Bureau of Investigation has filed a charge sheet against Ninex Developers Ltd and its director for alleged fraudulent activities in a Gurugram housing project. This marks the 11th charge sheet in the ongoing builder-banker nexus investigation, initiated by the Supreme Court, which involves 50 cases nationwide where homebuyers were allegedly cheated.

How CBI Is Tackling Widespread Builder-Banker Fraud

How CBI Is Tackling Widespread Builder-Banker Fraud

Rediff.com8 Jun 2026

The Central Bureau of Investigation has filed a charge sheet against Ninex Developers Ltd and its director for alleged fraudulent activities in a Gurugram housing project. This marks the 11th charge sheet in the ongoing builder-banker nexus investigation, initiated by the Supreme Court, which involves 50 cases nationwide where homebuyers were allegedly cheated.

Jharkhand Man Shot Dead By Bike-Borne Assailants

Jharkhand Man Shot Dead By Bike-Borne Assailants

Rediff.com9 Jun 2026

A 30-year-old man, Vicky Soni, was shot dead by two unidentified bike-borne miscreants in Hazaribag, Jharkhand, while travelling to Koderma railway station. Police suspect a family dispute as the motive and have launched an investigation, with no arrests made so far.

AI171 crash: Life is 'far more difficult' for lone survivor

AI171 crash: Life is 'far more difficult' for lone survivor

Rediff.com12 Jun 2026

Viswashkumar Ramesh, the lone survivor of Flight 171 which crashed a year ago in Ahmedabad, has spoken out about his ongoing struggles with 'sleep, anxiety and difficult memories,' highlighting the profound and lasting impact of the disaster.

Jharkhand Shaken By Domestic Violence: One Dead, One Critically Injured

Jharkhand Shaken By Domestic Violence: One Dead, One Critically Injured

Rediff.com14 Jun 2026

Two separate incidents of domestic violence have been reported in Jharkhand. In Giridih, a man was arrested for allegedly killing his wife over a domestic dispute and an illicit relationship, later surrendering to police. In Dhanbad, another man critically injured his wife with a sharp weapon during an argument and is currently absconding.

Authorities Investigate Arrow Attacks on Monkeys in Thane Forest, Offer Reward

Authorities Investigate Arrow Attacks on Monkeys in Thane Forest, Offer Reward

Rediff.com26 Mar 2026

Forest authorities in Thane, Maharashtra, are investigating two incidents of monkeys being shot with arrows in the Yeoor forest and are offering a reward for information leading to the arrest of the culprits.

Delhi Police Busts Inter-State Arms Syndicate, Six Arrested

Delhi Police Busts Inter-State Arms Syndicate, Six Arrested

Rediff.com12 Jun 2026

The Special Cell of Delhi Police has dismantled two inter-state illegal arms supply syndicates, arresting six traffickers and recovering 26 semi-automatic pistols, eight live cartridges, and three vehicles. The network sourced weapons from Madhya Pradesh and supplied them to criminal gangs in Delhi-NCR, including the Manjeet Mahal, Gogi, and Randeep Bhati gangs.

Fake Video of Karan Aujla Concert Sparks Police Investigation

Fake Video of Karan Aujla Concert Sparks Police Investigation

Rediff.com23 Mar 2026

Police in Indore have booked unidentified operators of five social media accounts for circulating a fake video on Instagram claiming a scuffle at Punjabi singer Karan Aujla's recent event.

How Pune Police Uncovered A Massive Online Gaming Fraud

How Pune Police Uncovered A Massive Online Gaming Fraud

Rediff.com13 Jun 2026

Pune police have dismantled a large online gaming racket that defrauded individuals by luring them to invest in fake gaming apps. Two key individuals have been arrested, and a case registered against 12 people. The operation involved a call centre with 120 employees, and police seized substantial amounts of cash, gold, silver, computers, mobile phones, and a pistol during raids.

Delhi hotel fire: Key accused Jay Mishra surrenders to court

Delhi hotel fire: Key accused Jay Mishra surrenders to court

Rediff.com8 Jun 2026

Jay Mishra, a key accused and associate of the owner in the south Delhi hotel fire that killed 22 people, has surrendered to a court. Mishra is implicated in the hotel's operations and lack of security, with the police probe widening to examine his and the owner's roles in the tragedy.

Delhi Man Murders Friend For Slapping Him During Cannabis Session

Delhi Man Murders Friend For Slapping Him During Cannabis Session

Rediff.com11 Jun 2026

A 27-year-old man has been arrested in northeast Delhi for allegedly murdering his friend. The motive behind the crime was revenge for being slapped during an argument while the two were consuming cannabis. The accused, Shifayat, attacked Azharuddin with a stone after an initial altercation.

Land Dispute Suspected In Elderly Man's Murder In Fatehpur

Land Dispute Suspected In Elderly Man's Murder In Fatehpur

Rediff.com11 Jun 2026

An elderly man, Nakkilal, was found murdered in his home in Fatehpur, Uttar Pradesh. His family alleges the killing is connected to an ongoing land dispute. Police have registered a murder case against six named accused and are investigating.

Police Investigate Murder of Youth in Uttar Pradesh Field

Police Investigate Murder of Youth in Uttar Pradesh Field

Rediff.com7 Mar 2026

The body of a young man, identified as Mithun Rawat, was discovered in a field in Barabanki, Uttar Pradesh, with his throat slit. Police have launched an investigation into the murder.

Delhi Hotel Fire: Key Accused Jay Mishra Surrenders

Delhi Hotel Fire: Key Accused Jay Mishra Surrenders

Rediff.com8 Jun 2026

Jay Mishra, a key accused and associate of the hotel owner in the south Delhi hotel fire that killed 22 people, has surrendered to a court and been remanded to police custody. Mishra is believed to have played a crucial role in the hotel's operations, and his arrest is a significant development in the ongoing investigation into the tragic blaze.

Cross-Border Arms And Hawala Network Busted In Punjab

Cross-Border Arms And Hawala Network Busted In Punjab

Rediff.com8 Jun 2026

Punjab Police have successfully dismantled a cross-border illegal arms smuggling and hawala network, arresting four individuals, including an Afghan national. Authorities recovered eight sophisticated pistols and seven live cartridges. Investigations suggest the arrested individuals were linked to a foreign-based smuggler using hidden drop locations for weapon consignments.

Sonbhadra Man Held For Allegedly Raping Teen Daughter

Sonbhadra Man Held For Allegedly Raping Teen Daughter

Rediff.com13 Jun 2026

Police in Sonbhadra, Uttar Pradesh, have arrested a 40-year-old man for allegedly raping his 15-year-old daughter. The arrest followed a complaint lodged by the victim's mother, leading to a case registered under the stringent POCSO Act.

TMC Alleges Political Vendetta After Police Search Abhishek Banerjee's Residence

TMC Alleges Political Vendetta After Police Search Abhishek Banerjee's Residence

Rediff.com13 Jun 2026

The Trinamool Congress (TMC) has strongly condemned a pre-dawn police search at MP Abhishek Banerjee's Kalighat residence in connection with an alleged financial fraud, calling it an act of political vendetta by West Bengal's BJP government. The party claims the search yielded no incriminating evidence, intensifying political confrontation in the state.

U'khand village tense after BJP worker's murder; accused's building razed

U'khand village tense after BJP worker's murder; accused's building razed

Rediff.com14 Jun 2026

A local BJP functionary, Vinod, was allegedly beaten to death in Dehradun's Bairagiwala village following an irrigation dispute, leaving three family members critically injured. Authorities have razed "illegal" structures belonging to the accused, and police have registered a case against 12 named suspects and others, deploying forces to maintain law and order.

DU Student Arrested For Supplying Hydroponic Marijuana To College Students

DU Student Arrested For Supplying Hydroponic Marijuana To College Students

Rediff.com9 Jun 2026

A 22-year-old Delhi University student was arrested in north Delhi with 195 grams of hydroponic marijuana, valued at Rs 20 lakh. He allegedly supplied the drug, known as OG, to college students to fund a lavish lifestyle. Police are investigating the supply chain.

Delhi Man's Death Follows Teenage Girl Stabbing: Cylinder Blast Under Investigation

Delhi Man's Death Follows Teenage Girl Stabbing: Cylinder Blast Under Investigation

Rediff.com3 Apr 2026

A 24-year-old man died in a suspected cylinder blast at his home in Delhi's Seemapuri area, hours after he allegedly stabbed a teenage girl. Police are investigating the sequence of events and whether the blast was accidental or deliberate.

Shimla Locals Parade UP Residents Amidst Harassment Allegations

Shimla Locals Parade UP Residents Amidst Harassment Allegations

Rediff.com6 Jun 2026

Locals in Shimla paraded several residents from Uttar Pradesh following allegations of a man harassing and blackmailing a 16-year-old girl. Police have registered a case under the POCSO Act and BNS, while also warning against mob justice and unlawful activities.

BJP MLA Claims Conspiracy to Tarnish Reputation, Demands Investigation

BJP MLA Claims Conspiracy to Tarnish Reputation, Demands Investigation

Rediff.com12 Mar 2026

Maharashtra MLA Prakash Bharsakle has filed a breach of privilege notice, alleging a conspiracy to defame him through false allegations and blackmail attempts, including claims of ties to a gangster.

Fiancee, lover made 2,004 calls before Lohagad Fort murder plot: Police

Fiancee, lover made 2,004 calls before Lohagad Fort murder plot: Police

Rediff.com25 Jun 2026

In a deadly twist to what would have been a dream wedding, police on Tuesday said 26-year-old Ketan, who died while on a trek on June 18, was allegedly pushed into the gorge by his fiancee Siya (20) and her lover Chetan (22).

How MP ATS Uncovered Inter-State Radicalisation Network

How MP ATS Uncovered Inter-State Radicalisation Network

Rediff.com14 Jun 2026

The Madhya Pradesh Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) has arrested three individuals from Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, and Rajasthan in connection with an alleged inter-state online radicalisation module. The module is believed to be operated by a Pakistan-based handler using encrypted messaging platforms, with central intelligence agencies providing initial inputs.

Baghpat Triple Murder: Long-Standing Rivalry Ends In Fatal Shootout

Baghpat Triple Murder: Long-Standing Rivalry Ends In Fatal Shootout

Rediff.com10 Jun 2026

A long-standing rivalry in Baghpat, Uttar Pradesh, escalated into a fatal shootout, resulting in the deaths of a tent trader, his son, and the alleged attacker. The incident, captured on CCTV, involved locals reportedly beating the attacker, who later succumbed to injuries. Police have arrested one person and formed multiple teams to apprehend others involved, while the town experienced protests and a market shutdown.

Delhi Police Nabs Ex-Staffer In Darya Ganj Burglary Case

Delhi Police Nabs Ex-Staffer In Darya Ganj Burglary Case

Rediff.com8 Jun 2026

Delhi Police arrested a former employee, Abhinash Kumar, for a burglary in Darya Ganj, recovering Rs 3.36 lakh in stolen cash. Kumar, who previously worked at the shop, was traced to Uttar Pradesh and apprehended after a multi-state operation.

Kanpur Police Book Three Over Defamatory Social Media Posts Against Aditi Yadav

Kanpur Police Book Three Over Defamatory Social Media Posts Against Aditi Yadav

Rediff.com12 Jun 2026

Kanpur cyber crime police have registered an FIR against three individuals for allegedly circulating objectionable and misleading social media posts targeting Aditi Yadav, daughter of Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav. The complaint, filed by a Samajwadi Party official, alleges that the content included false claims, objectionable remarks, and morphed photographs intended to defame her and malign the family's reputation. The accused face charges under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita and Information Technology Act, with a cyber crime investigation currently underway.

Unidentified Robbers Target Elderly Man In Kerala Home

Unidentified Robbers Target Elderly Man In Kerala Home

Rediff.com7 Jun 2026

Three unidentified individuals broke into an elderly man's home in Mullakkara, Thrissur, tying him up and stealing gold ornaments worth Rs 49.5 lakh and Rs 50,000 in cash. The police have launched an investigation, examining CCTV footage and tracking vehicles near the National Highway.

Why Thane Court Acquitted Inmate In Prison Assault Case

Why Thane Court Acquitted Inmate In Prison Assault Case

Rediff.com13 Jun 2026

A sessions court in Thane has acquitted jail inmate Arman Nafis Khan, who was accused of assaulting prison officials in 2017. The court cited the prosecution's failure to prove the charges, highlighting issues like unexplained injuries to the accused, withheld CCTV footage, and delayed access for the investigating officer.

Jammu Man Found Dead with Throat Slit; Police Launch Investigation

Jammu Man Found Dead with Throat Slit; Police Launch Investigation

Rediff.com17 Mar 2026

A 47-year-old man was found murdered with his throat slit in Jammu. Police have launched an investigation and are searching for the culprits.

Two Indians Held In Nepal Over Massive Drug Haul

Two Indians Held In Nepal Over Massive Drug Haul

Rediff.com14 Jun 2026

Nepal police have arrested two Indian nationals from Bihar and one Nepalese citizen for allegedly possessing 30,000 capsules of Tramadol. The arrests followed a police firing incident when suspects failed to stop at a security check.