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'Psycho killer' poisons 8 men with borax powder, attends their funeral

'Psycho killer' poisons 8 men with borax powder, attends their funeral

Rediff.com5 days ago

A 46-year-old shopkeeper, Ram Sahay Jaiswal, has been arrested in Chhattisgarh's Balodabazar district for allegedly poisoning eight men with borax powder over four months, driven by revenge and grudges.

BJP Alleges Land Rights Given to Infiltrators in West Bengal

BJP Alleges Land Rights Given to Infiltrators in West Bengal

Rediff.com8 Apr 2026

BJP chief Nitin Nabin has accused the Mamata Banerjee-led government in West Bengal of altering the state's demography by giving land rights to infiltrators and forcing residents to leave due to appeasement politics and lawlessness.

Alligator Attack Claims Man's Life In Lakhimpur Kheri

Alligator Attack Claims Man's Life In Lakhimpur Kheri

Rediff.com5 Jun 2026

A 46-year-old man, Khushi Ram, died after being attacked by an alligator in the Sutiya Nullah water channel near Ballipur village in Lakhimpur Kheri, Uttar Pradesh. Villagers rescued him, but he succumbed to severe bite injuries. Officials confirmed the incident, noting the area is known for alligators and villagers are advised to avoid it.

Gurugram: Man Arrested for Extorting Slum Dwellers on Government Land

Gurugram: Man Arrested for Extorting Slum Dwellers on Government Land

Rediff.com30 Mar 2026

Gurugram Police arrested a man for illegally constructing a slum on government land and extorting money from its residents.

Faridabad Woman Killed Over Land Compensation Dispute

Faridabad Woman Killed Over Land Compensation Dispute

Rediff.com30 Mar 2026

A 65-year-old woman in Faridabad was allegedly murdered by her son and daughter-in-law over a dispute regarding land compensation money.

Lokayukta Raids Unearth Rs 9.5 Crore Assets From Indore Officer

Lokayukta Raids Unearth Rs 9.5 Crore Assets From Indore Officer

Rediff.com10 Jun 2026

Lokayukta police in Indore raided the premises of Women and Child Development Department Joint Director Laxminarayan Kandwal, uncovering assets worth approximately Rs 9.5 crore, nearly four times his total salary over 30 years of service. The raids followed a complaint of disproportionate assets, leading to a case registered under the Prevention of Corruption Act.

CBI repatriates cybercrime kingpin, murder accused from Thailand, Georgia

CBI repatriates cybercrime kingpin, murder accused from Thailand, Georgia

Rediff.com12 Jun 2026

The CBI successfully coordinated the repatriation of Ganesh Balaso Kale, a cybercrime suspect from Thailand, and Vainket Garg, wanted for murder and other offences, from Georgia, demonstrating effective international law enforcement cooperation.

Javelin Star Neeraj Chopra Set For Doha Diamond League Return

Javelin Star Neeraj Chopra Set For Doha Diamond League Return

Rediff.com15 Jun 2026

Indian javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra is set to make his competitive return at the Doha Diamond League on June 19 after recovering from a back injury. He had previously achieved a 90m throw at the same venue last year and has been named in India's Commonwealth Games squad.

Woman Shot, Seriously Injured During Morning Walk In UP

Woman Shot, Seriously Injured During Morning Walk In UP

Rediff.com1 Jun 2026

A 40-year-old woman was shot and seriously injured by unidentified assailants during a morning walk in Etah, Uttar Pradesh, with police suspecting a connection to a land dispute.

Eknath Khadse, Daughter Face Fraud Charges Over Land Grab

Eknath Khadse, Daughter Face Fraud Charges Over Land Grab

Rediff.com30 Mar 2026

Nationalist Congress Party (SP) MLC Eknath Khadse and his daughter have been booked for allegedly cheating an elderly woman out of her land in Maharashtra's Jalgaon district.

Two Killed, Ten Injured in Haryana Land Dispute Clash

Two Killed, Ten Injured in Haryana Land Dispute Clash

Rediff.com26 Mar 2026

A violent clash between two families in a Haryana village over a land dispute resulted in two deaths and ten injuries, with police investigating the incident.

Jharkhand Police Arrest Five For Deputy Mukhiya's Murder

Jharkhand Police Arrest Five For Deputy Mukhiya's Murder

Rediff.com5 Jun 2026

Five individuals have been arrested in Jharkhand's West Singhbhum district in connection with the murder of former deputy mukhiya Sanjay Boipai. Police suspect a land dispute and personal enmity led to a contract killing, with the alleged mastermind and four contract killers apprehended.

'Picture abhi baaki hain': Shinde warns Uddhav, signals fresh exodus

'Picture abhi baaki hain': Shinde warns Uddhav, signals fresh exodus

Rediff.com20 Jun 2026

In an apparent reference to the buzz of six rebel Shiv Sena-Uddhav Balasaheb Thackeray MPs switching sides, Maharashtra deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde on Friday said this is just a trailer and the movie is yet to come, indicating more defections could be in offing in the rival faction.

Delhi Fires Reveal A Grim Reality

Delhi Fires Reveal A Grim Reality

Rediff.com3 days ago

We have built an economy that can deliver everything -- from iPhones to biryani -- to a doorstep in 10 minutes, but it cannot deliver a fire engine through a lane in 20, points out Amit Kapoor.

Suvendu govt to toughen laws against vandalism, attacks on officials

Suvendu govt to toughen laws against vandalism, attacks on officials

Rediff.com21 Jun 2026

The West Bengal government plans to introduce two new bills in the Assembly to address public disorder, vandalism, and attacks on police and public servants. One bill will amend the existing Public Order Act, 1972, while the other, titled the Public Safety Control and Anti-Social Activity Bill, will comprehensively strengthen public safety measures. These legislative changes aim to curb incidents of violence and allow for compensation recovery from offenders.

Hathras Man Killed by Brothers, Nephew in Land Row

Hathras Man Killed by Brothers, Nephew in Land Row

Rediff.com20 Mar 2026

A 60-year-old man in Hathras, Uttar Pradesh, was allegedly beaten to death by his brothers and nephew over a land dispute. The victim, Bhimsen, was attacked while collecting fodder in his field. One arrest has been made, and police are searching for the other two suspects.

Himachal Pradesh Government Reopens Inquiry into Solan Land Deal Amidst Opposition Pressure

Himachal Pradesh Government Reopens Inquiry into Solan Land Deal Amidst Opposition Pressure

Rediff.com4 Apr 2026

The Himachal Pradesh government has ordered a fresh inquiry into the Chester Hill land case in Solan, following opposition allegations of a 'benami' land deal and violations of land laws. This decision comes after the withdrawal of a previous order that had questioned the initial inquiry's legality.

Mumbai Customs Nabs Banker In Rs 11.8 Crore Drug Bust

Mumbai Customs Nabs Banker In Rs 11.8 Crore Drug Bust

Rediff.com12 Jun 2026

Mumbai Customs has arrested a 29-year-old woman, a private bank employee and beauty pageant runner-up, for allegedly smuggling 11.8 kg of hydroponic weed worth Rs 11.8 crore from Bangkok into India. She was apprehended at CSMIA and has been sent to judicial custody under the NDPS Act.

Why Villagers Attacked Forest Anti-Encroachment Team In MP

Why Villagers Attacked Forest Anti-Encroachment Team In MP

Rediff.com13 Jun 2026

Five forest department personnel were injured in Madhya Pradesh's Dewas district after villagers allegedly attacked an anti-encroachment team. Four individuals have been arrested, and a case has been registered under relevant laws.

Domestic Violence: Man Arrested After Unborn Child Dies

Domestic Violence: Man Arrested After Unborn Child Dies

Rediff.com10 Jun 2026

A man has been arrested in Uttarakhand for allegedly assaulting his eight-month pregnant wife, which resulted in the death of their unborn child. The wife is in critical condition, and police are investigating whether the dispute stemmed from a land deal or an alleged illegal sex determination test.

Jalna Tehsildar Arrested In Rs 6.4 Lakh Bribery Case

Jalna Tehsildar Arrested In Rs 6.4 Lakh Bribery Case

Rediff.com6 Jun 2026

A tehsildar in Maharashtra's Jalna district, Vijay Chavan, was arrested by the Anti Corruption Bureau for allegedly accepting a bribe of Rs 6.40 lakh from a sand transporter. The bribe was demanded to avoid action against illegal sand excavation and transportation. Chavan had a previous suspension in 2014 for procedural irregularities.

How Srinagar Police Are Cracking Down On Drug Trafficking

How Srinagar Police Are Cracking Down On Drug Trafficking

Rediff.com6 Jun 2026

Srinagar police have attached properties worth approximately Rs 3.5 crore belonging to two alleged drug peddlers as part of an ongoing crackdown on drug trafficking and efforts to seize assets acquired through illegal narcotics trade under the 'Nasha Mukt Jammu and Kashmir Abhiyan'. The attached properties include residential houses and land, with owners prohibited from any transactions pending legal proceedings.

Generative AI Set To Add Billions To Indian Real Estate Sector

Generative AI Set To Add Billions To Indian Real Estate Sector

Rediff.com18 Jun 2026

A new report by EY-Parthenon and CREDAI indicates that Generative AI (GenAI) could inject USD 14-17 billion into India's real estate economy over the next seven years. The technology is expected to significantly enhance operational efficiency, boost sales velocity by 30-50 per cent, and accelerate product launches, offering competitive differentiation and improved customer experiences for developers.

Property Dispute Turns Deadly: Six Killed In Karnataka Clash

Property Dispute Turns Deadly: Six Killed In Karnataka Clash

Rediff.com29 May 2026

Six people, including five members of a family, were killed in a clash in Vijayapura district, Karnataka, stemming from a long-standing property dispute.

Court Orders Case Against Five Ballia Police Personnel For Intimidation

Court Orders Case Against Five Ballia Police Personnel For Intimidation

Rediff.com7 Jun 2026

Five police personnel, including two sub-inspectors, from Ballia's Bairia police station have been booked for criminal intimidation and intentional insult following a court order. The case stems from a complaint by a villager, Mahesh Kumar Ojha, who alleged police misconduct after he reported land encroachment.

J-K Police Attach Properties Worth Rs 2 Cr Linked To Drug Trafficking

J-K Police Attach Properties Worth Rs 2 Cr Linked To Drug Trafficking

Rediff.com30 May 2026

Jammu and Kashmir police have attached properties worth approximately Rs 2 crore, allegedly acquired through proceeds from illicit narcotics trafficking, as part of the Nasha Mukt Jammu & Kashmir Abhiyan.

J-K Police Attach Properties Worth Rs 2 Crore In Anti-Drug Drive

J-K Police Attach Properties Worth Rs 2 Crore In Anti-Drug Drive

Rediff.com30 May 2026

Jammu and Kashmir police have attached properties worth approximately Rs 2 crore, allegedly acquired through proceeds from illicit narcotics trafficking, as part of the Nasha Mukt Jammu & Kashmir Abhiyan.

CPI(M) Vows To Protect Dalit Families From Eviction In Kochi

CPI(M) Vows To Protect Dalit Families From Eviction In Kochi

Rediff.com22 May 2026

CPI(M) leaders R Bindu and P V Sreenijin visited the Dalit colony and told reporters that the disputed area of around 2.5 acres was part of 19 acres of government land. They also claimed that the government was unaware of the litigation over ownership of the 2.5 acre land between two private individuals.

CPI(M) Vows To Protect Dalit Families From Eviction In Kochi

CPI(M) Vows To Protect Dalit Families From Eviction In Kochi

Rediff.com22 May 2026

CPI(M) leaders R Bindu and P V Sreenijin visited the Dalit colony and told reporters that the disputed area of around 2.5 acres was part of 19 acres of government land. They also claimed that the government was unaware of the litigation over ownership of the 2.5 acre land between two private individuals.

Maharashtra Minister Bawankule Refutes Land Ownership Claims, Vows Legal Action

Maharashtra Minister Bawankule Refutes Land Ownership Claims, Vows Legal Action

Rediff.com4 Apr 2026

Maharashtra minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule denies allegations of owning hundreds of acres of land and announces a defamation suit. He also addresses concerns about housing irregularities and farm loan waivers.

Great Nicobar project is not about defence but real estate: Rahul

Great Nicobar project is not about defence but real estate: Rahul

Rediff.com5 Jun 2026

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Friday said the government's argument that the Great Nicobar Island Project is about defence and a trans-shipment port is a "lie", and alleged that it is actually about benefiting one businessman so that he can build hotels and casinos on India's most irreplaceable ecological land.

Odisha CM Dismisses Official In Corruption Crackdown

Odisha CM Dismisses Official In Corruption Crackdown

Rediff.com30 May 2026

Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi dismissed an officer from government service due to alleged corruption, specifically irregularities in land-related matters during his tenure as additional tahsildar in Bhubaneswar.

Toy Story 5 Review: Absolute Marvel!

Toy Story 5 Review: Absolute Marvel!

Rediff.com19 Jun 2026

Toy Story 5 delivers a timely and visually stunning narrative that gently but firmly advocates for protecting children's imagination from the pervasive influence of digital devices, notes Deepa Gahlot.

New Army Chief Set To Accelerate Modernisation

New Army Chief Set To Accelerate Modernisation

Rediff.com15 Jun 2026

Lieutenant General Seth's involvement in the army's capability development and modernisation efforts is evident from the key appointments he has held in the Strategic Planning and Capability Development Directorates, including Colonel Capability Development for Mechanised Forces, Brigadier Perspective Plans and Acquisition, and Additional Director General Capability Development.

How Srinagar Police Are Dismantling Drug Networks

How Srinagar Police Are Dismantling Drug Networks

Rediff.com5 Jun 2026

Srinagar Police have attached movable and immovable properties worth over Rs 4 crore belonging to alleged drug traffickers under the NDPS Act, as part of the 'Nasha Mukt Jammu and Kashmir Abhiyaan', aiming to dismantle narcotics networks.

The Last Trip With My Father

The Last Trip With My Father

Rediff.com3 days ago

At Kolga Aabla, the closest beach to her grandmother's home, at the edge of a birch forest, we immersed her balance ashes. It was a sombre, precious day for both of us. But a day that also brought long-needed closure. My mother's spirit, chained for so many years in a Parkinson's-locked body, was free. But my father came back from the beach a visibly older man.

19 get life term in 2016 triple murder case in Odisha

19 get life term in 2016 triple murder case in Odisha

Rediff.com24 May 2026

A court in Odisha's Nabarangpur district sentenced nineteen people to life imprisonment for their involvement in a 2016 clash over land cultivation that resulted in three deaths.

Dalit Families Face Eviction After Court Order In Kerala

Dalit Families Face Eviction After Court Order In Kerala

Rediff.com21 May 2026

A Munsiff court in Kerala has ordered the eviction of Dalit families living at Pariyathukavu near Kizhakkambalam by May 23, following a Supreme Court order recognising private ownership of the land.

Tender Scam Blows Lid Off Bihar Corruption

Tender Scam Blows Lid Off Bihar Corruption

Rediff.com19 Jun 2026

'As the Bihar government's focus is on development and infrastructure projects worth thousands of crores, Rishu Sinha created a network to pay a decent commission to government officials for securing tenders.'

Mammootty's 10 Best Roles From This Decade

Mammootty's 10 Best Roles From This Decade

Rediff.com3 days ago

From Peranbu to Bramayugam, Padma Bhushan winner Mammootty's recent filmography is proof that legends can keep reinventing themselves, even post 70.