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Fake Cop Arrested for Cheating Theft Victims in Latur

Fake Cop Arrested for Cheating Theft Victims in Latur

Rediff.com25 Mar 2026

A man has been arrested in Latur, Maharashtra, for allegedly impersonating a police officer and cheating people by promising to recover stolen property. The accused tracked theft cases in newspapers, used fake documents, and extracted money from victims.

Father Allegedly Tortures Daughter to Death Over Theft Suspicion in Sangli

Father Allegedly Tortures Daughter to Death Over Theft Suspicion in Sangli

Rediff.com27 Mar 2026

A 10-year-old girl died in Sangli district, Maharashtra, after allegedly being tortured by her father, who suspected her of stealing money. Her sister was also subjected to similar treatment and is hospitalised. The father has been apprehended and a case has been registered.

Temple linked to godman Kharat got Rs 1 cr from Maha govt

Temple linked to godman Kharat got Rs 1 cr from Maha govt

Rediff.com26 Mar 2026

The Maharashtra government sanctioned over Rs 1 crore for development works at a temple linked to Ashok Kharat, a self-styled godman accused of rape, in 2018. The funds were approved under the regional tourism development scheme. Kharat was arrested on March 18 after being accused of repeated rape.

ATS Investigates Fake Religious Trust Receiving Funds from Abroad

ATS Investigates Fake Religious Trust Receiving Funds from Abroad

Rediff.com18 Mar 2026

The Maharashtra Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) is investigating a bogus religious trust in Beed that received funds from a controversial international organisation, Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis announced.

Cloth Shop Owner Arrested in Jalna, Swords Seized

Cloth Shop Owner Arrested in Jalna, Swords Seized

Rediff.com27 Feb 2026

Police in Jalna, Maharashtra, seized 21 swords from a cloth shop and arrested the owner, Manish Nilhani, for possessing the weapons. An investigation is underway to determine the source and intended use of the swords.

'Godman' Kharat sent to 7-day police custody in second rape case

'Godman' Kharat sent to 7-day police custody in second rape case

Rediff.com2 Apr 2026

A court in Maharashtra's Nashik district on Thursday remanded self-styled godman Ashok Kharat to seven-day police custody in a second rape case where he is accused of sexually exploiting a woman on multiple occasions since 2020 under the guise of religious rituals.

Gujarat ATS nabs two in 'Ghazwa-E-Hind' conspiracy

Gujarat ATS nabs two in 'Ghazwa-E-Hind' conspiracy

Rediff.com21 Apr 2026

The Gujarat Anti-Terrorist Squad (ATS) has arrested two individuals for allegedly conspiring to wage war against the country by radicalising individuals through social media and planning to establish 'Ghazwa-e-Hind'.

Enforcement Directorate Attaches 581 Crore Assets of Reliance Group Companies

Enforcement Directorate Attaches 581 Crore Assets of Reliance Group Companies

Rediff.com12 Mar 2026

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has attached assets worth over 581 crore belonging to Reliance Home Finance Limited (RHFL) and Reliance Commercial Finance Limited (RCFL), companies of Reliance Group Chairman Anil Ambani, as part of an ongoing investigation.

Nationwide terror module busted; toy car IED plot foiled

Nationwide terror module busted; toy car IED plot foiled

Rediff.com18 Apr 2026

Delhi Police have arrested four men from Maharashtra, Odisha, and Bihar for allegedly planning terror activities and attempting to recruit others online. An IED and related materials were seized during the operation.

Son of rape-accused godman Kharat detained for questioning in Nashik

Son of rape-accused godman Kharat detained for questioning in Nashik

Rediff.com1 Apr 2026

The Special Investigation Team (SIT) probing allegations against self-styled godman Ashok Kharat has detained his son for questioning in Nashik. Kharat faces multiple FIRs for alleged sexual assault and fraud, with over 100 complaints received.

Mumbai Police Request Custody of Anmol Bishnoi in Connection to Mumbai Cases

Mumbai Police Request Custody of Anmol Bishnoi in Connection to Mumbai Cases

Rediff.com18 Mar 2026

The Mumbai Police have requested the custody of gangster Anmol Bishnoi, younger brother of Lawrence Bishnoi, who was arrested by the NIA after being deported from the US. He is wanted in connection with several major crimes in Mumbai, including the killing of an NCP leader and a firing incident outside actor Salman Khan's residence.

Let Fadnavis probe: Pawar on grandnephew's land deal

Let Fadnavis probe: Pawar on grandnephew's land deal

Rediff.com8 Nov 2025

Citing Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, Nationalist Congress Party-Sharadchandra Pawar president Sharad Pawar on Saturday supported a probe into the controversial land deal allegedly linked to the company of his grandnephew Parth Pawar.

Why Rahul Gandhi Accuses Mamata Banerjee Of Aiding BJP

Why Rahul Gandhi Accuses Mamata Banerjee Of Aiding BJP

Rediff.com25 Apr 2026

Rahul Gandhi accuses Mamata Banerjee of not directly fighting the BJP, alleging that this indirect approach benefits the ruling party. He also criticised her government's performance on job creation and handling of corruption.

Nashik Police Nab Four for Blackmailing Senior Citizen with Stolen Data

Nashik Police Nab Four for Blackmailing Senior Citizen with Stolen Data

Rediff.com3 Apr 2026

Four individuals have been arrested in Nashik, Maharashtra, for allegedly stealing a tablet from a senior citizen and attempting to extort 12 lakh by threatening to leak private photos and videos on social media.

Water Dispute Turns Deadly: Man Bludgeoned to Death in Thane

Water Dispute Turns Deadly: Man Bludgeoned to Death in Thane

Rediff.com12 Mar 2026

A 34-year-old man was allegedly murdered by his neighbour in Thane, Maharashtra, following a dispute over fetching water from a shared tap.

Mumbai Murder: Two Arrested After Body Found in Chiplun

Mumbai Murder: Two Arrested After Body Found in Chiplun

Rediff.com2 Apr 2026

Two individuals have been arrested in connection with the murder of a man in Mumbai, whose body was then transported to Chiplun for disposal. The investigation was launched after the victim's remains were discovered, leading to the swift apprehension of the suspects.

Former CIDCO Officer and Wife Booked in Assets Case

Former CIDCO Officer and Wife Booked in Assets Case

Rediff.com2 Apr 2026

A former CIDCO official and his wife have been booked in a disproportionate assets case in Navi Mumbai, with investigations revealing assets significantly exceeding known income sources.

Eknath Khadse Faces Fraud Allegations Over Land Deal

Eknath Khadse Faces Fraud Allegations Over Land Deal

Rediff.com30 Mar 2026

Nationalist Congress Party (SP) MLC Eknath Khadse and his daughter have been booked for allegedly cheating an elderly woman by assuring a sugar factory on her land and taking its possession with the help of forged papers in Maharashtra's Jalgaon district.

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.

Palghar Autorickshaw Driver Arrested After Brutal Attack on 4-Year-Old

Palghar Autorickshaw Driver Arrested After Brutal Attack on 4-Year-Old

Rediff.com31 Mar 2026

An autorickshaw driver in Palghar, Maharashtra, was arrested after brutally assaulting a four-year-old boy following an argument with the child's father. The incident, captured on CCTV, shows the driver slamming the boy to the ground and hitting his head with an iron rod. The child is in critical condition.

Jalgaon Insurance Scam: Doctor and Cops Held for Faking Road Accident Death

Jalgaon Insurance Scam: Doctor and Cops Held for Faking Road Accident Death

Rediff.com10 Mar 2026

Nine individuals, including a government medical officer and four police officers, have been arrested in Jalgaon for allegedly conspiring to fraudulently claim insurance money by faking a road accident death.

Official axed over 'hasty' minority grants after Ajit Pawar's death

Official axed over 'hasty' minority grants after Ajit Pawar's death

Rediff.com18 Feb 2026

A senior Maharashtra government official has been removed from his post following allegations of irregularities in granting minority status to 75 educational institutions after the death of Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar. An inquiry has been ordered to investigate the matter.

Thane Man Faces Charges for Alleged Molestation of Teen Girl

Thane Man Faces Charges for Alleged Molestation of Teen Girl

Rediff.com10 Mar 2026

Police in Thane have registered a case against a man accused of molesting a 13-year-old mentally challenged girl in the Bhiwandi area. The incident allegedly occurred in December, and the case has been registered under relevant sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita and the POCSO Act.

Man Steals Mother's Gold Ornaments in Latur, Arrested Quickly

Man Steals Mother's Gold Ornaments in Latur, Arrested Quickly

Rediff.com25 Feb 2026

A 30-year-old man in Latur, Maharashtra, was arrested within hours of stealing his mother's gold ornaments from their home.

Palghar Murder Case Unravels, Exposing Additional Criminals

Palghar Murder Case Unravels, Exposing Additional Criminals

Rediff.com13 Mar 2026

Three individuals were arrested for the alleged murder of a man in Palghar, Maharashtra, leading to the apprehension of three more wanted individuals connected to other crimes.

Rupali Chakankar Quits as Women's Commission Chief After 'Godman' Links Surface

Rupali Chakankar Quits as Women's Commission Chief After 'Godman' Links Surface

Rediff.com20 Mar 2026

Rupali Chakankar, chairperson of the Maharashtra State Commission for Women, has resigned following criticism over her association with rape-accused 'godman' Ashok Kharat. The resignation comes after opposition parties highlighted Chakankar's links with Kharat, who is accused of sexual assault and fraud.

Court Accepts Closure Report in MSCB Scam Case

Court Accepts Closure Report in MSCB Scam Case

Rediff.com27 Feb 2026

A Mumbai court has accepted the closure report submitted by the Economic Offences Wing (EOW) in the Maharashtra State Cooperative Bank (MSCB) scam case, giving a clean chit to Ajit Pawar and other accused.

Jalgaon Man Shoots Lover, Then Dies by Suicide

Jalgaon Man Shoots Lover, Then Dies by Suicide

Rediff.com28 Feb 2026

A man in Jalgaon district allegedly shot and killed a married woman he was in love with before taking his own life, police said.

Thane College Employee Commits Suicide After Meeting with Principal

Thane College Employee Commits Suicide After Meeting with Principal

Rediff.com6 Mar 2026

A 42-year-old college employee in Thane, Maharashtra, allegedly committed suicide by jumping from the fourth floor of the college building after a meeting regarding disciplinary issues.

Cyber Criminals Blackmail Man to Suicide in Thane

Cyber Criminals Blackmail Man to Suicide in Thane

Rediff.com15 Mar 2026

A 45-year-old man in Thane, Maharashtra, died by suicide after being blackmailed by cyber criminals who threatened to circulate morphed obscene photographs of him on social media. The victim had been forced to transfer large sums of money before his death.

Mumbra Woman Loses 6,750 in Online Matrimonial Fraud

Mumbra Woman Loses 6,750 in Online Matrimonial Fraud

Rediff.com29 Mar 2026

A 29-year-old woman from Mumbra was allegedly defrauded of Rs 6.75 lakh (6,750) by an individual posing as an NRI on a matrimonial website. The accused claimed to be a UK resident and convinced the victim to transfer funds for customs clearances.

Police Investigate Murder of Domestic Worker in Mira Road Flat

Police Investigate Murder of Domestic Worker in Mira Road Flat

Rediff.com26 Mar 2026

A 40-year-old domestic help was found murdered in a flat in Thane district, Maharashtra, with police investigating the case as a possible homicide.

Five Booked for Alleged Land Fraud in Thane Using Forged Documents

Five Booked for Alleged Land Fraud in Thane Using Forged Documents

Rediff.com13 Mar 2026

Police in Thane have registered a case against five individuals, including a former government employee, for allegedly transferring state-owned land using forged documents. The accused are said to have misled the registrar's office and used outdated land records to illegally transfer plots in Shahpur taluka.

Ajit Pawar's funeral today, Amit Shah to attend

Ajit Pawar's funeral today, Amit Shah to attend

Rediff.com29 Jan 2026

The last rites of Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar, who died in a plane crash, will be held with full state honors in Baramati. Union Home Minister Amit Shah is expected to attend.

Shiv Sena (UBT) Functionary's Car Attacked in Akola

Shiv Sena (UBT) Functionary's Car Attacked in Akola

Rediff.com2 Mar 2026

Unidentified individuals allegedly attacked the car of a Shiv Sena (UBT) functionary in Akola, Maharashtra, prompting a police investigation and condemnation from party leaders.

Multi-City Air Ticket Scam Busted: Mastermind Arrested

Multi-City Air Ticket Scam Busted: Mastermind Arrested

Rediff.com9 Apr 2026

Four individuals have been arrested for allegedly running a sophisticated cyber fraud operation, duping people with fake discounted air tickets across multiple cities. Police recovered a substantial amount of cash and luxury items from the accused.

ISIS-linked terror module targeting Indian youth, women busted

ISIS-linked terror module targeting Indian youth, women busted

Rediff.com5 Apr 2026

Indian authorities have dismantled a terror module with suspected links to ISIS and other extremist organisations, allegedly involved in radicalising youth across multiple states.

Thane Hospital Owner Claims 10 Lakh Cheating by Former Partners

Thane Hospital Owner Claims 10 Lakh Cheating by Former Partners

Rediff.com8 Mar 2026

Police in Thane have registered a case against two individuals accused of cheating a hospital owner of 10 lakh following a partnership dispute.

How an RTO Agent's Bribery Attempt Led to Arrest in Thane

How an RTO Agent's Bribery Attempt Led to Arrest in Thane

Rediff.com13 Mar 2026

An RTO agent in Thane was arrested by the Anti-Corruption Bureau for allegedly demanding and accepting a bribe from an individual seeking a two-wheeler learner's licence.

Ajit Pawar plane crash: Accidental death report filed

Ajit Pawar plane crash: Accidental death report filed

Rediff.com29 Jan 2026

Police have registered an accidental death report (ADR) in connection with the plane crash that killed Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar and four others in Baramati. The case will be handed over to the Maharashtra CID for investigation following the AAIB's inquiry.