News for 'journalist murder'

SC lens on MP police assaulting journos tracking sand mining

SC lens on MP police assaulting journos tracking sand mining

Rediff.com4 Jun 2025

The SC bench agreed to hear the pleas of Shashikant Goyal and Amarkant Singh Chouhan, and issued notices to Madhya Pradesh and the NCT of Delhi for their responses and posted the matter on June 9.

Chhota Rajan gets 2nd life term for hotelier's murder

Chhota Rajan gets 2nd life term for hotelier's murder

Rediff.com30 May 2024

Shetty was shot dead by two alleged members of Rajan's gang on the hotel's first floor on May 4, 2001.

Watch Frederick Forsyth's Movies On OTT

Watch Frederick Forsyth's Movies On OTT

Rediff.com10 Jun 2025

A must read for a generation that grew up on his novels.

Murder In Mahim Review: Must Watch

Murder In Mahim Review: Must Watch

Rediff.com10 May 2024

Among the many reasons to watch Murder In Mahim is that it may be a chance to wipe out -- if it is achievable by a Web series -- the air of judgment towards those who do not conform to the majority's idea of normal, asserts Deepa Gahlot.

Your OTT Menu For May: The Royals, Criminal Justice 4

Your OTT Menu For May: The Royals, Criminal Justice 4

Rediff.com30 Apr 2025

Looking at the OTT releases coming up this summer.

CBI registers case in murder of Siwan journalist Rajdeo Ranjan

CBI registers case in murder of Siwan journalist Rajdeo Ranjan

Rediff.com15 Sep 2016

The Central Bureau of Investigation has taken over investigations in the murder of journalist Rajdeo Ranjan as it registered a case on Thursday against unknown assailants.

In The Mood For A Deadly Bride On OTT?

In The Mood For A Deadly Bride On OTT?

Rediff.com2 May 2025

Deadly brides, daredevil officers, bloodthirsty royals, killer toys, celebrity chefs, comic book heroes, angry goddesses, senior citizen dreams, poisonous snowfall, the OTT offerings this week will make you wish for days twice the size of its menu.

'Housefull 5 Will Be A 5 Star Film'

'Housefull 5 Will Be A 5 Star Film'

Rediff.com28 May 2025

The starry ensemble of a whopping 18 cast members of Housefull 5 made for an epic frame as they gathered to launch the trailer of the upcoming goofy comedy.

Manipur name row: Meitei group raises bus incident with Centre

Manipur name row: Meitei group raises bus incident with Centre

Rediff.com28 May 2025

A delegation of a Meitei civil society group from Manipur has conveyed its concerns to the Centre over an incident where the state's name written on a bus windshield was covered with white paper. The group, Coordinating Committee on Manipur Integrity (COCOMI), expressed its commitment to peace and its willingness to cooperate in efforts to restore normalcy. They also raised concerns over the growing threats posed by narco-terrorism, cross border illegal immigration, and widespread illegal opium cultivation in the state.

Dera chief Ram Rahim acquitted in ex-manager's murder case

Dera chief Ram Rahim acquitted in ex-manager's murder case

Rediff.com28 May 2024

Former Dera manager Ranjit Singh, who was also a follower of the sect, was shot dead in 2002.

Narendra Dabholkar murder: 2 accused convicted, 3 acquitted

Narendra Dabholkar murder: 2 accused convicted, 3 acquitted

Rediff.com10 May 2024

Dabholkar (67), an anti-superstition crusader, was shot dead while on a morning walk on Omkareshwar Bridge here on August 20, 2013.

Misri blasts Pak for blaming India for attacks on places of worship

Misri blasts Pak for blaming India for attacks on places of worship

Rediff.com9 May 2025

India has strongly condemned Pakistan's recent drone attacks on Indian cities and civilian infrastructure, calling it a "deranged fantasy" and a desperate attempt to deceive the world. Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri also accused Pakistan of attacking religious sites, including a gurdwara in Amritsar, in an attempt to give a communal color to the situation. Misri criticized Pakistan's "blatantly farcical denial" of the attacks and said the country is resorting to disinformation tactics.

Pune court likely to pronounce verdict in Dabholkar murder case today

Pune court likely to pronounce verdict in Dabholkar murder case today

Rediff.com10 May 2024

Additional sessions judge A A Jadhav of the special court for cases under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act is likely to pronounce the judgement on Friday, said special public prosecutor Prakash Suryawanshi.

IPS Deven Bharti takes over as Mumbai Police commissioner

IPS Deven Bharti takes over as Mumbai Police commissioner

Rediff.com1 May 2025

Deven Bharti, a veteran IPS officer with experience in high-profile cases including the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks, has assumed charge as the new commissioner of Mumbai police. He emphasized the importance of effective policing, citizen engagement, and combating cybercrime as key priorities for his tenure. Bharti, known for his investigative skills, previously served in various roles within the Mumbai Police and Maharashtra Anti-Terrorism Squad.

Who Will Define What Is Negative News?

Who Will Define What Is Negative News?

Rediff.com10 Mar 2025

The government resolution does not spell out what action would be taken, if any, against those writing and publishing 'negative' news. Nor does it define 'negative news and "misinformation', explains Jyoti Punwani.

Anmol Bishnoi named main conspirator in Baba Siddique murder

Anmol Bishnoi named main conspirator in Baba Siddique murder

Rediff.com4 Dec 2024

The Mumbai police have named Anmol Bishnoi, the younger brother of jailed gangster Lawrence Bishnoi, as the main conspirator in the killing of NCP leader Baba Siddique. Eight accused in the case, including the alleged main shooter Shivkumar Gautam, have been remanded in police custody till December 7. The police invoked provisions of the stringent MCOCA against all 26 accused in the case. Anmol Bishnoi, who was recently detained in the US and lodged in a prison there, has been shown as a wanted accused in the case. He was providing financial support to other accused, and a probe is underway to ascertain the source and utilization of funds. The crime branch has so far arrested 26 persons in connection with the case.

Pak journalists can carry weapon for self-defence

Pak journalists can carry weapon for self-defence

Rediff.com1 Jun 2011

Journalists in Pakistan have been permitted to carry small fire arms for self-defence said Pakistan Interior Minister Rehman Malik said on Wednesday. The announcement comes in the wake of the murder of journalist Syed Saleem Shahzad.

Costao Review: Dynamic Nawaz

Costao Review: Dynamic Nawaz

Rediff.com30 Apr 2025

Sejal Shah's flatly-narrated timeline would probably serve better as a documentary, observes Sukanya Verma.

Soumya Vishwanathan murder case: 4 convicts get bail

Soumya Vishwanathan murder case: 4 convicts get bail

Rediff.com12 Feb 2024

The Delhi high court on Monday granted bail to four convicts serving life imprisonment in the murder case of TV journalist Soumya Vishwanathan.

Soumya Vishwanathan murder: 4 convicts get life term

Soumya Vishwanathan murder: 4 convicts get life term

Rediff.com25 Nov 2023

The court also ordered that of the total fine amount imposed on the convicts, Rs 12 lakh will be paid to the victim's family.

'Was He Not A Human? Was He An Animal?'

'Was He Not A Human? Was He An Animal?'

Rediff.com7 Mar 2025

'One murder gets national coverage because of political connections.' 'The other two and the brutal torture? Not much outrage.' 'Are Dalit and OBC lives worth less?'

Journalists, police clash at Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore

Journalists, police clash at Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore

Rediff.com27 Feb 2023

Video clips showed police officials and the journalists engaged in heated arguments

Despatch Review: Boring Bajpayee

Despatch Review: Boring Bajpayee

Rediff.com13 Dec 2024

Despatch just goes on and on, sighs Mayur Sanap.

Watch This Love Story On OTT

Watch This Love Story On OTT

Rediff.com11 Jan 2025

Witches and westerns, goosebumps and goldfish, it's all there on OTT this week.

'Putin Is The Biggest Child Kidnapper'

'Putin Is The Biggest Child Kidnapper'

Rediff.com22 Apr 2025

'Parents are forced to provide their children to Russian re-education camps in occupied territories and in different parts of Russia, for example, in Chechnya, where Ukrainian children wearing military uniform are taught to use weapons.'

Did Ashish Mishra influence Lakhimpur witnesses? SC seeks police report

Did Ashish Mishra influence Lakhimpur witnesses? SC seeks police report

Rediff.com20 Jan 2025

The Supreme Court has sought a report from the Uttar Pradesh Police regarding allegations that Ashish Mishra, son of Union Minister Ajay Mishra, influenced witnesses in the Lakhimpur Kheri violence case. The court directed the Lakhimpur Kheri superintendent of police to file the report after a complaint was made by advocate Prashant Bhushan, representing the complainants. Bhushan claimed to have an audio recording of an attempt to influence witnesses and alleged that Mishra attended a public meeting in violation of his bail conditions. Mishra, through his lawyer, denied the allegations and stated that he was being targeted unnecessarily. The court has also asked for the authenticity of the material presented to be verified.

Dera chief's former jailer wins on BJP ticket

Dera chief's former jailer wins on BJP ticket

Rediff.com9 Oct 2024

Dera Sacha Sauda chief Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh's former jailer Sunil Sangwan has won the Charkhi Dadri seat in Haryana as Bharatiya Janata Party candidate.

CBI inquiry sought in Nirupama Pathak murder case

CBI inquiry sought in Nirupama Pathak murder case

Rediff.com8 May 2010

Friends, colleagues and teachers of journalist Nirupama Pathak, victim of a suspected honour killing, demanded a Central Bureau of Investigation inquiry into the case on Saturday.

Allahabad HC rejects journalist Siddique Kappan's bail plea

Allahabad HC rejects journalist Siddique Kappan's bail plea

Rediff.com4 Aug 2022

A single bench of Justice Krishan Pahal passed the rejection order on Thursday.

Atiq murder: Police to seek remand of 3 assailants

Atiq murder: Police to seek remand of 3 assailants

Rediff.com18 Apr 2023

"The murder of Atiq-Ashraf was committed in front of the media. The three shooters are under arrest. We will take them in police remand and all the questions regarding the killing will be answered," DIG, STF, Anand Dev Tiwari told reporters.

'I Want To Forget The Horror Of This War'

'I Want To Forget The Horror Of This War'

Rediff.com22 Apr 2025

'While I would never wish for anyone to go through what we are, it has brought out the best in us by making each one of us a better version of ourselves.' 'Being courageous, fighting for freedom, taking the burden of responsibility to help each other...' 'I know hundreds and hundreds of examples where Ukrainians are risking their lives for complete strangers and it is only in moments like this that we truly understand what it means to be human.'

Atiq Ahmed killing: UP judicial panel rules out 'pre-planned conspiracy'

Atiq Ahmed killing: UP judicial panel rules out 'pre-planned conspiracy'

Rediff.com2 Aug 2024

Considering that the three assailants who shot Atiq Ahmed and his brother posed as journalists, the commission suggested the media "observe certain restraints while covering such incidents".

J Dey murder: Journalist Jigna Vora charged under MCOCA

J Dey murder: Journalist Jigna Vora charged under MCOCA

Rediff.com21 Feb 2012

The Mumbai crime branch on Tuesday filed a supplementary chargesheet in the sensational murder of senior crime reporter Jyotirmoy Dey, which detailed the role allegedly played by journalist Jigna Vora.

Charges framed in Govind Pansare murder case after 8 yrs

Charges framed in Govind Pansare murder case after 8 yrs

Rediff.com11 Jan 2023

Judge S S Tambe on Monday framed charges against Sameer Gaikwad, Virendra Sinh Tawde, Amol Kale, Vasudev Suryawanshi, Bharat Kurane, Amit Degvekar, Sharad Kalaskar, Sachin Andure, Amit Baddi and Ganesh Miskin.

OTT's 10 Best Female Performances

OTT's 10 Best Female Performances

Rediff.com5 Dec 2024

It is a pleasure to watch talented actresses break out of their comfort zones.

'BJP Never Takes Any Election Lightly'

'BJP Never Takes Any Election Lightly'

Rediff.com21 Feb 2025

'They contest to ensure they win the election.'

Atiq's murder as heinous as Umesh Pal's: Mayawati

Atiq's murder as heinous as Umesh Pal's: Mayawati

Rediff.com16 Apr 2023

It would be better if the Supreme Court takes cognisance of this 'extremely serious and worrisome' incident, which is being discussed across the country, the former Uttar Pradesh chief minister said.

Why the regional journalist is at threat

Why the regional journalist is at threat

Rediff.com24 Jun 2015

The murders of journalists in 2015 underscore the rising power of regional language media, especially local-language newspapers, says Nilanjana S Roy

CBI to take over journalist Rajdeo's murder probe, Shahbuddin under scanner

CBI to take over journalist Rajdeo's murder probe, Shahbuddin under scanner

Rediff.com14 Sep 2016

CBI sources said a team will soon leave for Siwan after a case is registered by it in the murder of Ranjan.

'Even Canada and China did not have such bad relations'

'Even Canada and China did not have such bad relations'

Rediff.com15 Oct 2024

The deteriorating ties have raised many questions about the nature of the bilateral relationship, particularly its impact on the large Indo-Canadian population and students currently living in Canada.