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Kolkata warehouse collapse survivors being traced through mobile tower data

Kolkata warehouse collapse survivors being traced through mobile tower data

Rediff.com4 days ago

The death toll from the Taratala warehouse collapse in south Kolkata has risen to 15, with two more bodies retrieved and two injured workers succumbing to their injuries. Rescue operations involving multiple agencies, including the Army and Indian Railways, are ongoing to find those still trapped under the debris, facing challenging and unstable conditions.

Gurugram Man Strangles Wife After Phone Call Argument

Gurugram Man Strangles Wife After Phone Call Argument

Rediff.com4 Jun 2026

A man in Gurugram allegedly strangled his wife to death with her scarf following an argument over a phone call, while their four children were asleep. The accused husband has since fled, and police are conducting a manhunt.

Gurugram Man Strangles Wife After Phone Call Argument

Gurugram Man Strangles Wife After Phone Call Argument

Rediff.com4 Jun 2026

A man in Gurugram allegedly strangled his wife to death with her scarf following an argument over a phone call, while their four children were asleep. The accused husband has since fled, and police are conducting a manhunt.

How Punjab Police Recovered Over 12,000 Lost Mobile Phones

How Punjab Police Recovered Over 12,000 Lost Mobile Phones

Rediff.com23 May 2026

Punjab Police have successfully traced and returned over 12,000 lost mobile phones to their owners in the past year, utilising technical and data analysis. The recoveries, estimated to be worth between Rs 15 to Rs 20 crore, were made possible through initiatives like the Central Equipment Identity Register (CEIR).

Delhi Police Returns Hundreds Of Recovered Mobile Phones

Delhi Police Returns Hundreds Of Recovered Mobile Phones

Rediff.com30 May 2026

The Delhi Police returned 532 recovered lost and stolen mobile phones to their owners under 'Operation Vishwas'. The event included cyber crime and drug abuse awareness sessions.

Bengal Jail Officials Suspended Amid Mobile Phone Allegations

Bengal Jail Officials Suspended Amid Mobile Phone Allegations

Rediff.com15 May 2026

The West Bengal government has suspended two senior officials at Presidency Correctional Home following allegations that inmates were using mobile phones within the facility. Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari stated that a network of organised crime was being operated from within the state's prisons.

How Gujarat Police Traced 701 Missing Persons Under Operation Milap

How Gujarat Police Traced 701 Missing Persons Under Operation Milap

Rediff.com21 May 2026

Gujarat Police traced 701 missing persons between May 7 and May 21 under 'Operation Milap' and reunited them with their families, Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghavi said.

Mumbai techie traces stolen phone in Varanasi, cop suspended

Mumbai techie traces stolen phone in Varanasi, cop suspended

Rediff.com8 Jan 2026

A Mumbai-based software engineer, Ankita Gupta, successfully tracked her stolen mobile phone in Varanasi, leading to its recovery and the suspension of a police officer for negligence.

BJP MLA's Phone Snatched During Morning Walk

BJP MLA's Phone Snatched During Morning Walk

Rediff.com18 May 2026

A 19-year-old man allegedly snatched the mobile phone of BJP MLA Dharamlal Kaushik during his morning walk in Raipur. The accused was arrested within eight hours, but the incident has sparked political controversy.

Jharkhand Police Bust Inter-District Mobile Phone Theft Gang

Jharkhand Police Bust Inter-District Mobile Phone Theft Gang

Rediff.com14 May 2026

Police in Jharkhand's Chatra district have arrested five members of an inter-district gang allegedly involved in the theft of mobile phones, recovering 31 smartphones.

Phone Snatching From BJP MLA Sparks Political Storm

Phone Snatching From BJP MLA Sparks Political Storm

Rediff.com18 May 2026

Unidentified men allegedly snatched the mobile phone of BJP MLA Dharamlal Kaushik during his morning walk in Raipur, leading to a political row over law and order in Chhattisgarh.

Delhi Police Bust Stolen Phone Racket, Two Arrested

Delhi Police Bust Stolen Phone Racket, Two Arrested

Rediff.com22 Apr 2026

Delhi Police arrested two individuals for allegedly operating a stolen phone racket in West Delhi, recovering numerous high-end mobile phones and tablets.

Stolen Mobile Phone Racket Busted By Delhi Police

Stolen Mobile Phone Racket Busted By Delhi Police

Rediff.com30 Apr 2026

Delhi Police have dismantled an organised racket trafficking stolen mobile phones to Nepal, arresting two individuals and recovering 40 devices. The operation involved purchasing stolen phones in Delhi and selling them in Nepal for profit.

Delhi Police Arrest Technicians In Stolen Mobile Unlocking Racket

Delhi Police Arrest Technicians In Stolen Mobile Unlocking Racket

Rediff.com13 Jun 2026

Two mobile software technicians have been arrested in Delhi for allegedly receiving stolen mobile phones and unlocking them using sophisticated software tools for resale in the grey market. Police recovered 45 smartphones and equipment, linking some to theft cases across Delhi, Haryana, and Uttar Pradesh.

Cross-Border Mobile Phone Theft Ring Uncovered in Delhi-NCR

Cross-Border Mobile Phone Theft Ring Uncovered in Delhi-NCR

Rediff.com15 Apr 2026

Delhi Police have arrested six suspects linked to a cross-border gang involved in mobile phone thefts across Delhi-NCR, with stolen devices allegedly smuggled into Bangladesh. The gang reportedly used minors to carry out the thefts in crowded areas.

How Delhi Police Returned Over 100 Lost Mobile Phones to Owners

How Delhi Police Returned Over 100 Lost Mobile Phones to Owners

Rediff.com29 Mar 2026

The Delhi Police Crime Branch has successfully traced and returned over 100 lost or stolen mobile phones to their owners through coordinated efforts.

Kolkata warehouse toll rises to 11, rescue ops underway after 24 hours

Kolkata warehouse toll rises to 11, rescue ops underway after 24 hours

Rediff.com4 days ago

The death toll from the Taratala warehouse collapse in south Kolkata has risen to 10, with rescue operations continuing using advanced Army equipment. Five individuals have been arrested, including the warehouse owner and structural engineer, as police investigate potential safety norm violations.

Mumbai Constable Loses Lakhs In Loan Fraud After Phone Hack

Mumbai Constable Loses Lakhs In Loan Fraud After Phone Hack

Rediff.com20 Apr 2026

A woman constable in Mumbai Police was allegedly defrauded of Rs 12.46 lakh after her mobile phone was hacked via an APK file, leading to a personal loan being fraudulently obtained in her name.

Maharashtra Cyber Nabs Telegram Seller In Child Exploitation Case

Maharashtra Cyber Nabs Telegram Seller In Child Exploitation Case

Rediff.com4 Jun 2026

Maharashtra Cyber has arrested a Telegram-based seller, Adiraj Rajendra Bait, for allegedly dealing in Child Sexual Exploitation and Abuse Material (CSEAM). The arrest followed an extensive investigation involving digital ecosystem monitoring, technical verification, and forensic analysis of the accused's mobile phone.

Man Booked For Filming Women In Thane Bathroom

Man Booked For Filming Women In Thane Bathroom

Rediff.com14 Jun 2026

Police in Thane, Maharashtra, have registered an FIR against a man for allegedly filming two women through a bathroom window in Bhiwandi. The incident, reported by a 16-year-old, led to charges under the Bharatiya Nyay Sanhita and POCSO Act, with the accused currently absconding.

7-yr-old boy murdered in Meerut over mother's relationship

7-yr-old boy murdered in Meerut over mother's relationship

Rediff.com17 Jun 2026

A seven-year-old boy missing from Meerut was found murdered. Police arrested a man, Arpit Sharma, who confessed to the crime, revealing he had a relationship with the boy's mother and the child knew about it. Investigations are ongoing to determine the full motive.

Nashik police reach Mumbra to trace absconding TCS woman employee

Nashik police reach Mumbra to trace absconding TCS woman employee

Rediff.com18 Apr 2026

A Nashik police Crime Branch team arrived in Mumbra, Thane district, to track down a woman accused in a case related to alleged religious conversion and sexual harassment at a TCS unit. The absconding accused has been on the police radar following complaints in Nashik, where the scandal-hit TCS unit is based.

Hyderabad Police Nab Delivery Riders In Brutal Murder Case

Hyderabad Police Nab Delivery Riders In Brutal Murder Case

Rediff.com8 Jun 2026

Two delivery riders have been arrested in Hyderabad for allegedly murdering a 38-year-old mason from Madhya Pradesh during a robbery attempt. The accused confessed to killing the victim after he resisted their attempt to steal his mobile phone and money.

How Delhi Police Uncovered A Rs 15 Lakh Credit Card Scam

How Delhi Police Uncovered A Rs 15 Lakh Credit Card Scam

Rediff.com11 Jun 2026

Delhi Police have arrested three individuals for allegedly defrauding a resident of Rs 15.26 lakh by promising to increase his credit card limit. The fraudsters used mule bank accounts to channel the illicit funds, and police recovered several devices used in the crime.

How Police Tracked Down A Bangladeshi National After 17 Years

How Police Tracked Down A Bangladeshi National After 17 Years

Rediff.com13 Jun 2026

A Bangladeshi national, Zahid, who had been absconding for 17 years and carried a reward of Rs 25,000, has been arrested in Saharanpur by a joint team of police and the Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS). He was wanted in a 2009 case under the Foreigners Act and was found with a fake Aadhaar card and other suspicious documents.

Gurugram Shoe Salesman Vanishes; Family Alleges Kidnapping

Gurugram Shoe Salesman Vanishes; Family Alleges Kidnapping

Rediff.com2 Jun 2026

A shoe store salesman in Gurugram has gone missing under suspicious circumstances, with his family suspecting kidnapping. Police are investigating the case after receiving a complaint.

How Odisha Police Nabbed Six Robbers In Hours

How Odisha Police Nabbed Six Robbers In Hours

Rediff.com11 Jun 2026

Odisha Police swiftly arrested six individuals involved in a gunpoint robbery in Sundargarh district, recovering the looted cash and other items. The accused had stolen Rs 1.10 lakh from a dispensary-cum-residence before being apprehended through a coordinated police effort.

How Delhi Police Uncovered A Cyber Fraud Mule Account Network

How Delhi Police Uncovered A Cyber Fraud Mule Account Network

Rediff.com7 Jun 2026

Delhi Police have arrested two individuals from Haryana for their alleged involvement in facilitating cyber fraud through mule bank accounts. The arrests were made during an investigation into an online investment scam that defrauded a senior citizen of over Rs 1.69 lakh.

Delhi Robbery Masterminded By Victim's Brother-In-Law

Delhi Robbery Masterminded By Victim's Brother-In-Law

Rediff.com27 May 2026

Delhi Police arrested three individuals, including the complainant's brother-in-law, for allegedly planning and executing a knife-point robbery in outer north Delhi. The robbers were dismayed to find the stolen bag was empty.

How Delhi Police Cracked An IPhone Snatching Ring

How Delhi Police Cracked An IPhone Snatching Ring

Rediff.com14 May 2026

Delhi Police have arrested three individuals involved in a mobile phone snatching and disposal racket, primarily targeting iPhone users. The operation led to the recovery of 66 stolen mobile phones and exposed a network involved in selling stolen devices in grey markets.

How Delhi Police Cracked An IPhone Snatching Ring

How Delhi Police Cracked An IPhone Snatching Ring

Rediff.com14 May 2026

Delhi Police have arrested three individuals involved in a mobile phone snatching and disposal racket, primarily targeting iPhone users. The operation led to the recovery of 66 stolen mobile phones and exposed a network involved in selling stolen devices in grey markets.

Bareilly Police Uncover Major Hawala Racket With Dubai Link

Bareilly Police Uncover Major Hawala Racket With Dubai Link

Rediff.com7 Jun 2026

Bareilly police have busted an alleged hawala racket, arresting two individuals and seizing Rs 35 lakh in cash along with fake Aadhaar cards. The investigation has uncovered a Dubai link and potential national security implications, with efforts underway to trace other involved parties.

Couple, minor son held for killing DU prof over Bengal property

Couple, minor son held for killing DU prof over Bengal property

Rediff.com7 Jun 2026

Debosmita Paul, an assistant professor at Shivaji College, was found dead in her flat at Satyam Apartments in east Delhi's Vasundhara Enclave on June 3.

Man Held For Hiding Identity, Pressuring Woman To Convert

Man Held For Hiding Identity, Pressuring Woman To Convert

Rediff.com14 Jun 2026

A man in Moradabad was arrested for allegedly concealing his religious identity, sexually exploiting a woman for four years, and then pressuring her to convert for marriage. The woman claims he defrauded her of Rs 12 lakh and that his family also pressured her to convert, leading to an appeal to the Chief Minister.

Interstate Cyber Fraud Racket Busted; Two Arrested In Goa

Interstate Cyber Fraud Racket Busted; Two Arrested In Goa

Rediff.com22 May 2026

Delhi Police have arrested two men from Goa, claiming to have busted an interstate cyber-fraud-and-cash-conversion racket. Transactions worth nearly Rs 40 lakh routed through the network have been uncovered.

Bengaluru Police Shoot Robbery Accused After Dagger Attack

Bengaluru Police Shoot Robbery Accused After Dagger Attack

Rediff.com11 Jun 2026

A robbery accused, Jeeva, was shot in the leg by Bengaluru police after he allegedly attacked officers with a dagger while resisting arrest. Police had received a tip-off about his location following a robbery case. Jeeva, who has a criminal history of seven cases, was subdued and arrested after warning shots failed to deter him. Both the accused and an injured officer were hospitalised.

Bengaluru: Three Juveniles Apprehended For Robbery

Bengaluru: Three Juveniles Apprehended For Robbery

Rediff.com20 May 2026

Three juveniles were apprehended in Bengaluru for allegedly assaulting and robbing a person of cash and a vehicle. The incident occurred on May 15, and the stolen vehicle was later found near Jayanna Circle. Police have seized a two-wheeler, a mobile phone, and cash from the juveniles, who confessed to the crime.

Cross-Border Terror Links Uncovered In Punjab Arrests

Cross-Border Terror Links Uncovered In Punjab Arrests

Rediff.com9 Jun 2026

Punjab Police, in coordination with central agencies, arrested two men in Amritsar, Davinder Singh and Rajwinder Singh, recovering two hand grenades. The accused were in direct contact with foreign-based handlers and were planning terror-related activities, with connections to an individual already in Amritsar Jail.

Karnataka Gang Rape: How Viral Video Led To Arrest Of 10 Accused

Karnataka Gang Rape: How Viral Video Led To Arrest Of 10 Accused

Rediff.com9 Jun 2026

A 41-year-old woman was allegedly drugged and gang-raped in Davangere, Karnataka, leading to the arrest of 10 individuals. The incident came to light after videos of the victim in an intoxicated state, recorded by the accused, went viral on WhatsApp. Police have registered an FIR under various sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita and the IT Act, with investigations ongoing.

Karnataka Gang Rape: How Viral Video Led To Arrest Of 10 Accused

Karnataka Gang Rape: How Viral Video Led To Arrest Of 10 Accused

Rediff.com9 Jun 2026

A 41-year-old woman was allegedly drugged and gang-raped in Davangere, Karnataka, leading to the arrest of 10 individuals. The incident came to light after videos of the victim in an intoxicated state, recorded by the accused, went viral on WhatsApp. Police have registered an FIR under various sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita and the IT Act, with investigations ongoing.