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Delhi Man Killed by Train While Pursuing Mobile Phone Thief

Delhi Man Killed by Train While Pursuing Mobile Phone Thief

Rediff.com19 hours ago

A man in Delhi died after being hit by a train while chasing a snatcher who stole his mobile phone at Shahdara railway station. Police have arrested the accused and the receiver of the stolen phone.

Delhi Man Killed by Train While Pursuing Mobile Phone Thief

Delhi Man Killed by Train While Pursuing Mobile Phone Thief

Rediff.com4 days ago

A 22-year-old man was killed by a train in Delhi while chasing a snatcher who allegedly stole his mobile phone. Police are investigating the incident and reviewing CCTV footage to identify the suspect.

Medical Students Held for Snatching Gold Chain, Mobile Phone

Medical Students Held for Snatching Gold Chain, Mobile Phone

Rediff.com27 Feb 2026

Two medical students were arrested in Pithoragarh for allegedly snatching a gold chain and mobile phone from a woman. The students, identified as Sunny Singh and Himani Bora, were apprehended while attempting to flee.

How a Mobile Phone Repair Led to the Uncovering of the 2010 Spot-Fixing Scandal

How a Mobile Phone Repair Led to the Uncovering of the 2010 Spot-Fixing Scandal

Rediff.com1 days ago

Former Pakistan all-rounder Abdul Razzaq recounts how the 2010 spot-fixing scandal was uncovered, revealing Shahid Afridi's reaction and the initial denial of Mohammad Amir.

Latest Launched Mobile Phones in India -- New Models 2026

Latest Launched Mobile Phones in India -- New Models 2026

Rediff.com11 Feb 2026

From flagship rivals to strong mid-range contenders, here's a look at the latest mobile phones available in India, what they offer, how much they cost, and who should consider buying them.

Best 5G Mobile Phones Under Rs 10,000: 2026 Buyer's Guide

Best 5G Mobile Phones Under Rs 10,000: 2026 Buyer's Guide

Rediff.com7 Feb 2026

Aggressive pricing by brands have made the 5g mobile phone affordable; you can get good options around Rs 10,000.

Modi To Students: Don't Make AI, Mobile Your Master

Modi To Students: Don't Make AI, Mobile Your Master

Rediff.com10 Feb 2026

In the second episode of Pariksha Pe Charcha, Prime Minister Narendra Modi noted that mobile phones have become masters of some children who cannot even eat food without them or without a television screen.

India, EU ink mobility pact for students, professionals

India, EU ink mobility pact for students, professionals

Rediff.com28 Jan 2026

India and the European Union have finalized a comprehensive mobility pact that will create new opportunities for Indian students and professionals in Europe. The agreement was reached during summit talks between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and top EU officials.

Mercedes-Benz R&D India Teams Up with IIT Delhi for Joint Research

Mercedes-Benz R&D India Teams Up with IIT Delhi for Joint Research

Rediff.com5 days ago

Mercedes-Benz Research and Development India (MBRDI) has partnered with the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Delhi for joint research programmes focused on the future of mobility and engineering systems.

Bihar Man Arrested Over Pakistani WhatsApp Contacts

Bihar Man Arrested Over Pakistani WhatsApp Contacts

Rediff.com5 days ago

A man has been arrested in Bihar, India, after police discovered WhatsApp chats with Pakistani phone numbers on his mobile phones.

Why a Ticket Dispute Escalated to Assault at Thane Railway Station

Why a Ticket Dispute Escalated to Assault at Thane Railway Station

Rediff.com1 hour ago

An 18-year-old woman was arrested for allegedly assaulting a ticket checker at Thane railway station after refusing to show her ticket and engaging in a heated argument.

Maharashtra Government to Form Panel to Curb Social Media Defamation

Maharashtra Government to Form Panel to Curb Social Media Defamation

Rediff.com22 hours ago

The Maharashtra government is forming a committee headed by the Director General of Police to address the issue of defamation through social media platforms. The committee will study the issue and suggest measures to take action against those who defame individuals through social media.

Odisha Police Nab Six Suspects Selling Stolen Goods

Odisha Police Nab Six Suspects Selling Stolen Goods

Rediff.com12 hours ago

Police in Odisha's Ganjam district have arrested six individuals for allegedly selling stolen items, including TVs, scooters, and mobile phones, at discounted prices to villagers.

Delhi woman hides overnight in U'khand forest to escape rape bid

Delhi woman hides overnight in U'khand forest to escape rape bid

Rediff.com3 days ago

A Delhi woman's solo trip turned into a nightmare as she escaped an alleged rape attempt by a taxi driver in Uttarakhand, leading to his arrest and a renewed focus on tourist safety.

Three Arrested in Gurugram for Betting on India-England T20 Semifinal

Three Arrested in Gurugram for Betting on India-England T20 Semifinal

Rediff.com4 days ago

Gurugram Police arrested three individuals for allegedly placing bets on the T20 World Cup semifinal match between India and England. The arrests were made following a raid on a flat in Sector 81, where police seized mobile phones, laptops, and other electronic devices.

Army columns deployed in Meghalaya district after 2 killed in police firing

Army columns deployed in Meghalaya district after 2 killed in police firing

Rediff.com13 hours ago

Curfew and mobile internet suspension imposed in Meghalaya's West Garo Hills district following violence related to the Garo Hills Autonomous District Council (GHADC) election nomination process.

Delhi Couple Nabbed for Bus Robbery After Staging Misbehaviour Claim

Delhi Couple Nabbed for Bus Robbery After Staging Misbehaviour Claim

Rediff.com4 days ago

A husband and wife have been arrested in Delhi for allegedly robbing a passenger on a bus after the wife falsely accused him of misbehaviour. The police were alerted by the bus conductor, leading to the couple's arrest and the recovery of the stolen items.

India to supply 5,000 tonnes of diesel to Bangladesh

India to supply 5,000 tonnes of diesel to Bangladesh

Rediff.com19 hours ago

Bangladesh is importing 5,000 tonnes of diesel from India through a cross-border pipeline on Tuesday, according to officials. The fuel consignment will enter Bangladesh through the Parbatipur point, said Muhammad Rezanur Rahman, chairman of the Bangladesh Petroleum Corporation (BPC).

India's 2027 Census to be fully digital; first phase from April 1

India's 2027 Census to be fully digital; first phase from April 1

Rediff.com5 days ago

India has launched digital tools for its upcoming fully digital Census 2027, including mobile apps and a self-enumeration portal, aiming for efficient and accurate data collection.

Kharga Shakti 2026: A Warning To India's Enemies

Kharga Shakti 2026: A Warning To India's Enemies

Rediff.com6 days ago

Exercise Kharga Shakti 2026 concluded successfully after an intense operationally orientated training cycle that rigorously validated the combat readiness of Kharga Corps across the full spectrum of modern battlefield scenarios.

How Punjab Police Uncovered a Cyber Fraud Ring Preying on Women

How Punjab Police Uncovered a Cyber Fraud Ring Preying on Women

Rediff.com16 hours ago

Punjab Police have arrested three members of a cyber fraud gang who used voice-changing software and fake social media profiles to extort money from women by threatening to circulate AI-generated objectionable videos.

Man Booked for Allegedly Trying to Kill Mother in Thane

Man Booked for Allegedly Trying to Kill Mother in Thane

Rediff.com5 days ago

A man in Thane has been booked for allegedly attempting to murder his mother during a domestic dispute. The incident occurred in Badlapur, where the man reportedly tried to strangle his mother following an argument.

Trio Held for Robbing Bengaluru Businessman Posing as Cops

Trio Held for Robbing Bengaluru Businessman Posing as Cops

Rediff.com19 hours ago

Three men have been arrested in Bengaluru for allegedly robbing a real estate businessman after posing as police officers. The accused gained entry to the victim's home under the guise of checking CCTV footage.

Jharkhand: Surgery conducted under mobile flashlight

Jharkhand: Surgery conducted under mobile flashlight

Rediff.com22 Dec 2025

A video showing a tubectomy being conducted on a woman under a mobile phone flashlight in a government health centre in Jharkhand's Hazaribag district has gone viral, prompting the administration to order an investigation, an official said on Monday.

Nuh Police Crackdown: Seven Arrested in Anti-Cow Smuggling Operation

Nuh Police Crackdown: Seven Arrested in Anti-Cow Smuggling Operation

Rediff.com2 days ago

Nuh police arrested seven individuals in a special drive against cow smuggling, seizing cattle, banned meat, and vehicles.

GST Deputy Commissioner Arrested for Alleged Bribery in Nashik

GST Deputy Commissioner Arrested for Alleged Bribery in Nashik

Rediff.com4 days ago

A deputy commissioner of state tax (GST) and a private individual were arrested for allegedly seeking and accepting a bribe of Rs 20 lakh in Nashik, Maharashtra. An assistant commissioner is also wanted in connection with the case.

Karnataka bans social media for children under 16

Karnataka bans social media for children under 16

Rediff.com4 days ago

Karnataka Chief Minister announces a ban on social media for children under 16 and increased measures to prevent drug abuse in schools, colleges, and universities, alongside investments in education infrastructure and mental health support.

PhonePe Introduces 'On-The-Go' Card for Contactless Transit Payments Across India

PhonePe Introduces 'On-The-Go' Card for Contactless Transit Payments Across India

Rediff.com1 hour ago

PhonePe has launched the 'RuPay On-The-Go' Card, a National Common Mobility Card (NCMC) aimed at digitising transit payments across India. The card enables quick, tap-and-pay transactions on NCMC-enabled services like metros, buses, and trains, even without internet connectivity.

Cyberfraudsters Dupe Thane Man of 1.56 Crore with 'Digital Arrest' Scam

Cyberfraudsters Dupe Thane Man of 1.56 Crore with 'Digital Arrest' Scam

Rediff.com1 hour ago

A 64-year-old man from Thane was allegedly defrauded of 1.56 crore by cybercriminals using a 'digital arrest' scam, involving forged documents and constant surveillance.

Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh ban social media for kids

Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh ban social media for kids

Rediff.com4 days ago

Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh announce ban social media for teens, sparking debate about its effectiveness, impact on education, and implications for advertisers targeting young audiences.

Education Now Travels On Wheels

Education Now Travels On Wheels

Rediff.com7 days ago

Run by the government, these mobile schools ensure that the children of the Agariya salt workers -- who migrate for months through the Little Rann of Kutch to harvest salt under extreme conditions -- don't miss out on their education.

Visa Forgery Gang Busted in Noida, One Arrested

Visa Forgery Gang Busted in Noida, One Arrested

Rediff.com1 days ago

Noida Police have arrested one person and busted a gang allegedly involved in forging visas and duping people with promises of overseas jobs.

Rajasthan Man Assaulted, Robbed After Tracking Missing SUV to Bengaluru

Rajasthan Man Assaulted, Robbed After Tracking Missing SUV to Bengaluru

Rediff.com26 Feb 2026

A 32-year-old man from Rajasthan was allegedly assaulted and robbed in Bengaluru after tracking his missing SUV to the city. He had lent the vehicle to a friend who failed to return it, leading him to track it down using a mobile app.

Online Cricket Betting Racket Busted in Delhi, Four Arrested

Online Cricket Betting Racket Busted in Delhi, Four Arrested

Rediff.com7 days ago

Delhi Police have arrested four individuals for allegedly operating an illegal online cricket betting racket with connections to Dubai from Paschim Vihar.

UP Police Prioritises Preventive Policing and Speedy Case Resolution

UP Police Prioritises Preventive Policing and Speedy Case Resolution

Rediff.com10 hours ago

Uttar Pradesh Director General of Police Rajeev Krishna has directed officers to strengthen preventive policing and ensure timely disposal of investigations across the state.

Double-Decker Buses Set To Boost Delhi Tourism

Double-Decker Buses Set To Boost Delhi Tourism

Rediff.com2 Mar 2026

The 63-seater open-top bus, manufactured by Ashok Leyland's arm Switch Mobility, was gifted to the city's tourism department as a corporate social responsibility initiative.

Fake Police Rob Man in Currency Exchange Scam

Fake Police Rob Man in Currency Exchange Scam

Rediff.com6 days ago

Eight people have been arrested for posing as police officers and robbing a man of 5,000 in a currency exchange scam near Kalyan railway station.

Telangana Woman Police Constable Dies by Suicide

Telangana Woman Police Constable Dies by Suicide

Rediff.com28 Feb 2026

A woman police constable allegedly died by suicide in Vikarabad district of Telangana, police said on Saturday. The 26-year-old woman took her life by hanging at her home in Vikarabad. A note indicated no specific reason, but expressed anguish over a recent loss.

Arunachal Pradesh Police Seize Heroin, Arrest Two in Changlang District

Arunachal Pradesh Police Seize Heroin, Arrest Two in Changlang District

Rediff.com1 days ago

Police in Arunachal Pradesh's Changlang district arrested two individuals and seized heroin valued at Rs 2.74 lakh. The arrests followed a vehicle interception based on intelligence, leading to the discovery of the drugs hidden in the vehicle.

Ranchi: 12 Arrested in Land Dispute Clash

Ranchi: 12 Arrested in Land Dispute Clash

Rediff.com2 Mar 2026

Police in Ranchi have arrested 12 people following a violent clash between two groups over a land dispute. Arms and ammunition were seized during the arrests.