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Delhi Police Bust LPG Hoarding Operation, Agency Owner Arrested

Delhi Police Bust LPG Hoarding Operation, Agency Owner Arrested

Rediff.com6 hours ago

Delhi Police arrested a gas agency owner for allegedly hoarding and black marketing LPG cylinders, seizing 459 cylinders in a raid.

14 Detained Following Violent Clash at Maharajganj LPG Agency

14 Detained Following Violent Clash at Maharajganj LPG Agency

Rediff.com18 Mar 2026

Police in Maharajganj, Uttar Pradesh, have detained 14 people after a violent clash erupted at an HP gas agency due to a dispute over gas bookings.

Lucknow Gas Agency Booked for Illegal LPG Cylinder Storage

Lucknow Gas Agency Booked for Illegal LPG Cylinder Storage

Rediff.com15 Mar 2026

An FIR has been filed against a gas agency in Lucknow for allegedly illegally storing domestic LPG cylinders and attempting to sell them on the black market.

Pune Gas Agency Under Scrutiny for Illegally Stocking LPG Cylinders Amid Shortage Fears

Pune Gas Agency Under Scrutiny for Illegally Stocking LPG Cylinders Amid Shortage Fears

Rediff.com13 Mar 2026

A gas agency in Pimpri Chinchwad, Pune, is under investigation after authorities discovered 57 illegally stocked LPG cylinders, amidst concerns about potential shortages due to the West Asia crisis.

Trump orders federal agencies to stop using Anthropic AI

Trump orders federal agencies to stop using Anthropic AI

Rediff.com28 Feb 2026

He accused the firm of trying to interfere with how the US military operates and threatened further action if it does not cooperate during a six-month phase-out period.

Agencies bust 8,000 mule accounts in J-K; warn of terror funding risk

Agencies bust 8,000 mule accounts in J-K; warn of terror funding risk

Rediff.com15 Feb 2026

Security agencies have uncovered a vast network of 'mule accounts' in Jammu and Kashmir used to launder money for global scams, raising concerns about potential links to separatist activities.

Rahul Gandhi Alleges BJP-LDF Alliance in Kerala Amidst Corruption Claims

Rahul Gandhi Alleges BJP-LDF Alliance in Kerala Amidst Corruption Claims

Rediff.com1 days ago

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has accused the BJP and LDF in Kerala of colluding, citing the lack of action by central agencies against Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan despite corruption allegations.

Delhi police seal UNI office; action sparks media freedom debate

Delhi police seal UNI office; action sparks media freedom debate

Rediff.com5 days ago

Delhi Police sealed the office of news agency UNI following a high court order, leading to allegations of media suppression and manhandling of staff.

NIA Intensifies Red Fort Blast Investigation with J&K Raids

NIA Intensifies Red Fort Blast Investigation with J&K Raids

Rediff.com3 days ago

The National Investigation Agency (NIA) conducted searches at multiple locations in Jammu and Kashmir as part of its investigation into the Red Fort car bomb blast case.

Two Arrested in India Over Murder of Bangladeshi Activist

Two Arrested in India Over Murder of Bangladeshi Activist

Rediff.com2 hours ago

A Delhi court has granted the National Investigation Agency (NIA) custody of two men accused of murdering Bangladeshi political activist Osman Hadi, whose death sparked widespread unrest in Bangladesh. The suspects, arrested in West Bengal, are believed to have fled Bangladesh after committing the crime.

Anil Ambani seeks debt treatment like Sterling's Sandesaras'

Anil Ambani seeks debt treatment like Sterling's Sandesaras'

Rediff.com2 days ago

Industrialist Anil Ambani has approached the Supreme Court seeking a court-facilitated debt resolution similar to the one provided to Sterling group's Nitin and Chetan Sandesara, and five other members of their families.

SC asks CBI, ED to conduct 'fair, time-bound' probe into Anil Ambani Group banking fraud

SC asks CBI, ED to conduct 'fair, time-bound' probe into Anil Ambani Group banking fraud

Rediff.com3 days ago

The Supreme Court has ordered a 'fair, dispassionate, transparent, and time-bound' investigation by the CBI and ED into the Anil Dhirubhai Ambani Group, addressing concerns over alleged large-scale banking fraud and demanding accountability.

Agencies flag 'crypto hawala' pipeline funding terror in J-K

Agencies flag 'crypto hawala' pipeline funding terror in J-K

Rediff.com18 Jan 2026

Mirroring the traditional hawala system, where money is sent through non-banking channels, this digital version uses the anonymity of unregulated cryptocurrency to erase the financial trail and inject cash into the domestic economy.

SC Questions West Bengal's Objection to ED Plea, Highlights Officer Rights

SC Questions West Bengal's Objection to ED Plea, Highlights Officer Rights

Rediff.com2 days ago

The Supreme Court questioned the West Bengal government regarding its objection to the maintainability of the Enforcement Directorate's plea concerning alleged obstruction by Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee during a raid, focusing on the fundamental rights of ED officers.

Delhi assembly gets bomb threat ahead of budget presentation

Delhi assembly gets bomb threat ahead of budget presentation

Rediff.com2 days ago

The Delhi Legislative Assembly received a bomb threat via email hours before the scheduled budget presentation, prompting heightened security measures and an investigation.

BonV Aero and ParaZero Join Forces to Enhance India's Drone Defence Systems

BonV Aero and ParaZero Join Forces to Enhance India's Drone Defence Systems

Rediff.com1 days ago

Odisha-based BonV Aero has partnered with ParaZero Technologies to introduce advanced counter-drone systems to India's defence and security agencies, offering a kinetic solution to neutralise hostile drones.

Hoax Bomb Threat Disrupts Court Proceedings in Sriganganagar

Hoax Bomb Threat Disrupts Court Proceedings in Sriganganagar

Rediff.com1 days ago

A bomb threat at the district and sessions court complex in Sriganganagar, Rajasthan, caused panic and evacuation before being declared a hoax.

Assets Attached in United Services Club Financial Fraud Investigation

Assets Attached in United Services Club Financial Fraud Investigation

Rediff.com3 days ago

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has provisionally attached assets worth approximately Rs 34.51 crore in connection with an alleged financial fraud involving the United Services Club in south Mumbai.

What Secrets Did Sumit Kumar Give Pakistan?

What Secrets Did Sumit Kumar Give Pakistan?

Rediff.com3 days ago

Prayagraj native Sumit Kumar is suspected to have passed on sensitive information related to air force operations, including details of fighter aircraft deployment, missile systems and information concerning officers and personnel.

Life sentence for Kashmiri separatist Asiya Andrabi over terror activities

Life sentence for Kashmiri separatist Asiya Andrabi over terror activities

Rediff.com2 days ago

A Delhi court has sentenced Kashmiri separatist Asiya Andrabi to life imprisonment under the UAPA, along with prison sentences for her associates.

Mumbai Press Club Targeted in Gas Bomb Hoax: Police Investigate

Mumbai Press Club Targeted in Gas Bomb Hoax: Police Investigate

Rediff.com6 days ago

The Mumbai Press Club received a threatening email claiming gas bombs were planted on the premises, prompting a thorough search by security agencies. The threat was later determined to be a hoax, and an investigation is underway to trace the email's origin.

UK Court Upholds Nirav Modi Extradition Order After Reviewing Indian Assurances

UK Court Upholds Nirav Modi Extradition Order After Reviewing Indian Assurances

Rediff.com3 hours ago

The UK High Court has rejected Nirav Modi's attempt to reopen his extradition case, citing the Indian government's comprehensive assurances against torture as sufficient to allow his transfer to India.

Kim cites Iran war to justify North Korea's nuclear arsenal

Kim cites Iran war to justify North Korea's nuclear arsenal

Rediff.com1 days ago

Speaking to North Korea's Supreme People's Assembly on Tuesday, Kim accused the United States of carrying out 'terrorism and invasions' across regions, referring to the ongoing conflict involving Iran.

ED Freezes Assets Worth 22,000 Crore in PACL Ponzi Scheme Investigation

ED Freezes Assets Worth 22,000 Crore in PACL Ponzi Scheme Investigation

Rediff.com6 days ago

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has attached assets worth over Rs 22,000 crore in its money laundering investigation against PACL (Pearls Group), accused of running a Rs 48,000 crore ponzi scheme.

Court Orders ISIS Suspects to Appear or Face Property Seizure

Court Orders ISIS Suspects to Appear or Face Property Seizure

Rediff.com6 days ago

A special NIA court in Mumbai has issued a proclamation order against three wanted accused in the 2014 ISIS link case, threatening property confiscation if they fail to appear before the court.

Stringent UAPA Applied in Pakistan Espionage Racket Case

Stringent UAPA Applied in Pakistan Espionage Racket Case

Rediff.com1 hour ago

Police have invoked the stringent Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA) against 21 people apprehended for alleged involvement in a Pakistan-linked espionage racket. The suspects are accused of passing sensitive information to a Pakistan-based handler through social media and other means.

Iran reports attack on nuclear site, no radiation leak

Iran reports attack on nuclear site, no radiation leak

Rediff.com5 days ago

The Natanz nuclear facility is one of Iran's key nuclear installations and has previously been at the centre of international concerns over Tehran's nuclear programme.

London Property Seized in Indian Bank Fraud Probe

London Property Seized in Indian Bank Fraud Probe

Rediff.com1 days ago

A property near Heathrow Airport, London, worth Rs 7.5 crore has been attached by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) in connection with a bank loan fraud case involving Neo Corp International Ltd.

Bulk carrier targeted by 'unknown projectile' off UAE coast; crew safe

Bulk carrier targeted by 'unknown projectile' off UAE coast; crew safe

Rediff.com4 days ago

The UK Maritime Trade Operations issued a warning noting that the incident took place approximately 15 nautical miles north of Sharjah.

Bombay High Court Slams FRRO for Obstructing US Citizen's Travel Despite Court Order

Bombay High Court Slams FRRO for Obstructing US Citizen's Travel Despite Court Order

Rediff.com18 Mar 2026

The Bombay High Court has criticised the Foreigners Regional Registration Office (FRRO) for failing to process the exit permit of a US national facing religious conversion charges, despite a court order allowing him to travel.

Open Strait of Hormuz or...: Trump's 48-hour ultimatum to Iran

Open Strait of Hormuz or...: Trump's 48-hour ultimatum to Iran

Rediff.com4 days ago

Donald Trump has warned Iran to open the Strait of Hormuz within 48 hours or face military action, escalating tensions amid regional conflict and impacting global oil supplies.

No nukes, reopen Hormuz: Trump's 15-point plan to end Iran war

No nukes, reopen Hormuz: Trump's 15-point plan to end Iran war

Rediff.com1 days ago

In a bid to de-escalate Middle East tensions, the US has presented Iran with a comprehensive 15-point peace plan focusing on nuclear disarmament and regional stability in exchange for sanctions relief.

NIA arrests 6 Ukrainians, 1 American for aiding insurgency in India

NIA arrests 6 Ukrainians, 1 American for aiding insurgency in India

Rediff.com17 Mar 2026

The NIA alleged that the accused were in touch with ethnic armed groups in Myanmar and supported proscribed Indian insurgent outfits by supplying weapons, drones and providing training.

After Israel, Iran denies any peace talks With US

After Israel, Iran denies any peace talks With US

Rediff.com1 days ago

Iran's Ambassador to Pakistan, Reza Amiri Moghadam, has said there are no ongoing talks between Tehran and Washington, DC, countering United States President Donald Trump's claims of peace overtures.

'Great surprise' awaits Trump: Iran warns against ground attack

'Great surprise' awaits Trump: Iran warns against ground attack

Rediff.com5 days ago

As the security situation continues to evolve in West Asia and the Gulf region, an Iranian military source has warned the United States against any ground aggression on Iran, calling it a red line and saying a 'surprise' would await US President Donald Trump, Tasnim News Agency reported on Saturday.

Fitch warns costlier oil could lift inflation, slow India's growth in H1FY27

Fitch warns costlier oil could lift inflation, slow India's growth in H1FY27

Rediff.com15 Mar 2026

Fitch Ratings on Friday said persistently higher oil prices could cause India's retail inflation to rise faster than the expected gradual pace, and lead to a slowdown in economic growth in the first half of financial year 2026-27 (FY27).

Enforcement Directorate Moves to Extradite Key Accused in Torres Jewellery Fraud

Enforcement Directorate Moves to Extradite Key Accused in Torres Jewellery Fraud

Rediff.com3 days ago

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has initiated the extradition process against Ukrainian national Olena Stoian, a key accused in the multi-crore Torres fraud case, by approaching the special PMLA court for necessary documentation.

Pilot Claims Vijayan and Modi Follow Similar Political Approaches

Pilot Claims Vijayan and Modi Follow Similar Political Approaches

Rediff.com5 hours ago

AICC general secretary Sachin Pilot has accused Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan of following similar political approaches to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, alleging a tacit understanding between the CPI(M) and the BJP in Kerala.

5,000 Crore Assets Attached in PACL Ponzi Scheme Investigation

5,000 Crore Assets Attached in PACL Ponzi Scheme Investigation

Rediff.com6 days ago

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has attached fresh properties worth over Rs 5,000 crore as part of its money laundering investigation against Chandigarh-based PACL (Pearls Group), accused of orchestrating a Rs 48,000 crore ponzi scheme.

Why India Doesn't Track Hate Speech Against Northeast Citizens

Why India Doesn't Track Hate Speech Against Northeast Citizens

Rediff.com2 days ago

The Indian government has stated that it does not maintain centralised data on incidents of hate speech, racial slurs, harassment, and discrimination against people from the Northeast, emphasising that policing and public order are the responsibility of state governments.