News for 'murder investigation'

Shops of Accused in HPCL Officials' Murder Demolished in UP

Shops of Accused in HPCL Officials' Murder Demolished in UP

Rediff.com17 Mar 2026

Authorities in Budaun, Uttar Pradesh, demolished shops belonging to the prime suspect in the murder of two HPCL officials, citing illegal construction on government land. The demolition follows the murder of two HPCL officials allegedly by a terminated vendor.

Delhi Man Murders Young Cousin to 'Teach Lesson' to Boy's Mother

Delhi Man Murders Young Cousin to 'Teach Lesson' to Boy's Mother

Rediff.com7 Mar 2026

A 22-year-old man in Delhi has been arrested for allegedly murdering his 5-year-old cousin to 'teach the boy's mother a lesson' due to frequent disputes with her husband.

UP Man and Family Face Charges in Wife's Alleged Dowry Murder

UP Man and Family Face Charges in Wife's Alleged Dowry Murder

Rediff.com6 Mar 2026

Police in Ballia, Uttar Pradesh, have registered a case against a man and his family members for allegedly murdering his wife over a dowry demand and attempting to disguise it as a suicide.

Rajasthan Man Kills Boy In Suspected Human Sacrifice Case

Rajasthan Man Kills Boy In Suspected Human Sacrifice Case

Rediff.com15 May 2026

An 11-year-old boy was brutally murdered in Rajasthan's Pali district in what police are suspecting to be a case of human sacrifice. The accused, a 30-year-old man from the same village as the victim, allegedly committed the murder after a 'tantrik' (occultist) assured him that making a human sacrifice would solve his long-standing marital problems.

Ravindra Singh Yadav Named New DGP Of Andaman And Nicobar Islands

Ravindra Singh Yadav Named New DGP Of Andaman And Nicobar Islands

Rediff.com13 May 2026

Senior IPS officer Ravindra Singh Yadav has been appointed as the Director General of Police (DGP) of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, succeeding Hargobinder Singh Dhaliwal.

Engineering Student Killed In Hyderabad 'Honour Killing'

Engineering Student Killed In Hyderabad 'Honour Killing'

Rediff.com8 May 2026

A 22-year-old engineering student was murdered in Hyderabad, allegedly by relatives of a woman he was in a relationship with, who disapproved of the affair.

Man On The Run After Allegedly Killing Wife In Mathura

Man On The Run After Allegedly Killing Wife In Mathura

Rediff.com27 May 2026

A man in Mathura, Uttar Pradesh, is accused of murdering his wife following frequent arguments and domestic violence. Police have launched a manhunt for the suspect, who is currently absconding.

Four Men Get Life for 2017 Delhi Murder: Justice Served

Four Men Get Life for 2017 Delhi Murder: Justice Served

Rediff.com13 Mar 2026

A Delhi court sentenced four men to life imprisonment for the 2017 murder of a 17-year-old boy in Kirti Nagar, West Delhi, finding they acted with common intention.

Woman Found Dead With Throat Slit In Koderma

Woman Found Dead With Throat Slit In Koderma

Rediff.com14 May 2026

A 30-year-old woman was found murdered in her Koderma home, with her throat slit. Police are investigating the incident and questioning family members.

Calcutta HC Orders CBI Probe Into Doctor's Death

Calcutta HC Orders CBI Probe Into Doctor's Death

Rediff.com21 May 2026

The Calcutta High Court has ordered a CBI probe into the death of a trainee doctor at R G Kar Medical College, following allegations of evidence destruction and attempts to downplay the incident.

Man Strangled For Opposing Daughter's Relationship: Accused Arrested

Man Strangled For Opposing Daughter's Relationship: Accused Arrested

Rediff.com16 May 2026

A 51-year-old man was allegedly strangled to death in Faridabad for opposing his daughter's relationship with the accused, who has been arrested.

Jail Inmate Killed During Escape Attempt In Hoshiarpur

Jail Inmate Killed During Escape Attempt In Hoshiarpur

Rediff.com16 May 2026

A jail inmate in Hoshiarpur was shot dead after allegedly attacking a police constable and attempting to escape custody outside a hospital. The inmate, identified as Nasib Singh, was facing multiple criminal charges, including murder and offences under the NDPS Act.

Street vendor murdered in Mumbai; CCTV footage surfaces

Street vendor murdered in Mumbai; CCTV footage surfaces

Rediff.com11 Mar 2026

A 28-year-old street vendor was stabbed to death in Mumbai's Mankhurd area, with CCTV footage of the incident circulating online. Police are investigating the murder.

Faridabad Police Nab Wanted Criminal After Shootout

Faridabad Police Nab Wanted Criminal After Shootout

Rediff.com22 May 2026

Faridabad police arrested a wanted criminal, Sandeep alias Chenta, after a brief encounter in which he sustained a bullet injury to his leg. The arrest followed a tip-off that the accused was planning another crime.

Delhi Man Held For Killing Brother-In-Law Over Family Dispute

Delhi Man Held For Killing Brother-In-Law Over Family Dispute

Rediff.com21 May 2026

Delhi Police have arrested a 30-year-old man for allegedly murdering his brother-in-law near Burari Metro Station following a family dispute.

Farmer Killed Over Land Dispute In Uttar Pradesh

Farmer Killed Over Land Dispute In Uttar Pradesh

Rediff.com29 May 2026

A 60-year-old farmer was shot dead in Uttar Pradesh's Mau district due to a land dispute. Police are investigating the case and have formed teams to arrest the accused.

Why A Mother Paid A Hitman To Kill Her Own Son

Why A Mother Paid A Hitman To Kill Her Own Son

Rediff.com11 May 2026

A woman in Amroha, India, conspired with family members to have her son killed by a contract killer due to his criminal activities and abuse towards relatives, police said.

10 Black Comedies You Must Watch

10 Black Comedies You Must Watch

Rediff.com7 Jul 2026

From Mollywood Times to Mohiniyattam, these black comedies from South Cinema prove that the darkest humour can also deliver the sharpest entertainment.

Why A Mother Paid A Hitman To Kill Her Own Son

Why A Mother Paid A Hitman To Kill Her Own Son

Rediff.com11 May 2026

A woman in Amroha, India, conspired with family members to have her son killed by a contract killer due to his criminal activities and abuse towards relatives, police said.

Diljit Dosanjh's 'Satluj' removed from OTT 2 days after release

Diljit Dosanjh's 'Satluj' removed from OTT 2 days after release

Rediff.com6 Jul 2026

Diljit Dosanjh's film 'Satluj', based on human rights activist Jaswant Singh Khalra, has been made unavailable on ZEE5 in India just two days after its release, following a prolonged censorship battle.

Ahmedabad Crime Branch Nabs Suspect in Chhattisgarh Murder-Robbery Case

Ahmedabad Crime Branch Nabs Suspect in Chhattisgarh Murder-Robbery Case

Rediff.com21 Mar 2026

Ahmedabad Crime Branch arrested a man allegedly involved in a 2021 murder-robbery case in Chhattisgarh. The suspect, Ajaykumar alias Laxmisagar alias Kimtishree Rajnarayan Mishra, was wanted for the murder of Shakuntala Devi.

Pune Hospital IED: CCTV Person Ruled Out As Suspect

Pune Hospital IED: CCTV Person Ruled Out As Suspect

Rediff.com14 May 2026

Pune police have cleared a person seen in CCTV footage in connection with the IED found at Usha Kiran Hospital. The investigation continues, with the ATS also involved.

Muzaffarnagar Man Allegedly Murders Family Over Eid Gift Dispute, Then Takes His Own Life

Muzaffarnagar Man Allegedly Murders Family Over Eid Gift Dispute, Then Takes His Own Life

Rediff.com31 Mar 2026

A 32-year-old man in Muzaffarnagar allegedly poisoned his wife and two young children before taking his own life, reportedly triggered by a dispute over an Eid gift.

Two arrested after shootout in Delhi businessman murder case

Two arrested after shootout in Delhi businessman murder case

Rediff.com10 Mar 2026

Two individuals wanted in connection with the murder of a businessman in Delhi's Bawana area have been arrested following a brief exchange of fire with police in Rohini.

Ex-Minister's Brother Swarup Biswas In Police Custody Over Extortion Racket

Ex-Minister's Brother Swarup Biswas In Police Custody Over Extortion Racket

Rediff.com5 Jun 2026

Trinamool Congress leader Swarup Biswas, brother of former West Bengal Sports minister Aroop Biswas, has been remanded to police custody in Kolkata. He was arrested in connection with an alleged extortion racket operating in the Tollygunge film and television industry, facing charges of sexual harassment, extortion, and attempt to murder.

Patna Police Rescue Kidnapped Youth, Criminal Killed In Encounter

Patna Police Rescue Kidnapped Youth, Criminal Killed In Encounter

Rediff.com13 Jun 2026

During a kidnapping rescue operation in Patna, Bihar, an exchange of fire between police and criminals resulted in the death of one accused and injuries to two police personnel. The kidnapped youth was safely rescued, and the deceased criminal had a prior murder record.

Accused in Baba Siddique Murder Case Denied Bail by Mumbai Court

Accused in Baba Siddique Murder Case Denied Bail by Mumbai Court

Rediff.com12 Mar 2026

A Mumbai court has denied bail to an accused in the Baba Siddique murder case, citing sufficient evidence of conspiracy and involvement with an organised crime syndicate.

Youth Arrested in Meerut for Alleged Murder of Aunt

Youth Arrested in Meerut for Alleged Murder of Aunt

Rediff.com5 Mar 2026

An 18-year-old has been arrested for allegedly shooting his aunt dead in Ganeshpur village, Meerut, following frequent arguments.

Man Shot Dead While Sleeping At Faridabad Warehouse

Man Shot Dead While Sleeping At Faridabad Warehouse

Rediff.com23 May 2026

A man sleeping at a warehouse in Faridabad was allegedly shot dead by unknown assailants. Police are investigating the incident and examining CCTV footage to determine the motive.

Police fear Suvendu's PA's killers may flee Bengal

Police fear Suvendu's PA's killers may flee Bengal

Rediff.com8 May 2026

West Bengal police are investigating the murder of a BJP leader's aide, suspecting the involvement of professional shooters from neighbouring states and local criminals.

Man Kidnapped At Gunpoint, Body Found In Odisha

Man Kidnapped At Gunpoint, Body Found In Odisha

Rediff.com10 May 2026

A man was allegedly kidnapped at gunpoint in Rayagada, Odisha, and later found murdered. Police have launched an investigation and are searching for the identified suspects.

FIFA World Cup brings back bitter memories for Mexico's missing families

FIFA World Cup brings back bitter memories for Mexico's missing families

Rediff.com24 Jun 2026

Mexico counts more than 135,000 missing people, a figure that has surged since 2006 when then-President Felipe Calderon launched a war against the country's drug cartels.

Three Held For Teen's Death After Glass Door Push

Three Held For Teen's Death After Glass Door Push

Rediff.com7 Jun 2026

Police in Thiruvananthapuram have taken three youths into custody following the death of an 18-year-old who sustained fatal injuries after being pushed into a glass door during an altercation. The incident, stemming from an old football dispute, occurred on Saturday night, and a murder case has been registered.

Did supari killers carry out hit on Suvendu's PA?

Did supari killers carry out hit on Suvendu's PA?

Rediff.com7 May 2026

West Bengal Police are investigating the murder of a close aide to BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari, Chandranath Rath, who was shot dead in North 24 Parganas district. The police are examining CCTV footage, have formed multiple teams to trace the assailants, and are probing whether contract killers were involved.

Gujarat Police Arrest Six Members Of Notorious Gang

Gujarat Police Arrest Six Members Of Notorious Gang

Rediff.com21 May 2026

Six members of a gang allegedly involved in 74 serious cases have been arrested in Gujarat's Jamnagar district, according to police. The Gujarat Control of Terrorism and Organised Crime (GUJCTOC) Act has been invoked against the arrested individuals, who are part of the 'Saycha gang'.

Debt-Ridden Man Stages Death To Claim Insurance Money

Debt-Ridden Man Stages Death To Claim Insurance Money

Rediff.com1 Jun 2026

A debt-ridden man in Jalna allegedly staged his own death to escape financial liabilities and claim an insurance benefit of Rs 20 lakh by masterminding the killing of his acquaintance, whose body was found inside a gutted car.

Kerala Boy Suffered Weeks Of Abuse Before Death

Kerala Boy Suffered Weeks Of Abuse Before Death

Rediff.com2 Jun 2026

A one-and-a-half-year-old boy in Kerala died after allegedly enduring weeks of brutal physical abuse, with a post-mortem examination revealing 51 injuries. The child's mother and her partner have been arrested in connection with the case.

Delhi Man Arrested for Murder in Revenge Attack Over Old Dispute

Delhi Man Arrested for Murder in Revenge Attack Over Old Dispute

Rediff.com14 Mar 2026

Delhi Police have arrested a 20-year-old man for allegedly murdering a man as revenge for an old dispute involving an associate. The accused confessed to the crime, revealing he and others ambushed the victim.

Rivalry Turns Deadly: Arrests Made in Jahangirpuri Murder Case

Rivalry Turns Deadly: Arrests Made in Jahangirpuri Murder Case

Rediff.com8 Mar 2026

Delhi Police have arrested a man and apprehended a juvenile in connection with the murder of an 18-year-old in Jahangirpuri, following a violent clash between rival groups.

More than 300 booked over attack on ED officials in Kerala

More than 300 booked over attack on ED officials in Kerala

Rediff.com27 May 2026

Kerala Police have booked approximately 300 individuals following an alleged attack on Enforcement Directorate officials and security personnel after a raid linked to former Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan.