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Sikkim Police Seize Heroin, Arrest One In Mangan

Sikkim Police Seize Heroin, Arrest One In Mangan

Rediff.com17 Apr 2026

Police in North Sikkim's Mangan recovered over 70 grams of heroin and arrested one person following a raid on a rented accommodation.

Police challenge court order granting eggs, TV to Delhi riots accused Shahrukh

Police challenge court order granting eggs, TV to Delhi riots accused Shahrukh

Rediff.com9 Jul 2026

The Delhi Police has moved a court to recall or modify an order allowing 2020 Delhi riots accused Shahrukh Pathan to receive raw eggs and a separate television in his prison cell. Pathan's counsel had argued for these provisions due to his client's frustration and depression from prolonged incarceration, but police are seeking reconsideration of the directions.

Meerut Cow Slaughter: Three Arrested After Police Encounter

Meerut Cow Slaughter: Three Arrested After Police Encounter

Rediff.com13 Apr 2026

Three individuals have been arrested in Meerut, Uttar Pradesh, following an alleged incident of cow slaughter. The arrests occurred after a police encounter in the Sardhana area, resulting in the recovery of beef, a cow, illegal weapons, and other related items.

Kerala Police Busts Major Ganja Smuggling Ring

Kerala Police Busts Major Ganja Smuggling Ring

Rediff.com7 Jun 2026

Four migrant workers from West Bengal were arrested in Perumbavoor, Kerala, with 34 kg of ganja as part of 'Operation Toofan'. The accused allegedly smuggled the contraband from Odisha and sold it in Kerala, making significant profits.

Another arrest made in Ayush Malik conversion case

Another arrest made in Ayush Malik conversion case

Rediff.com14 Jun 2026

Police in Shamli, Uttar Pradesh, have made another arrest in an alleged unlawful religious conversion case, recovering a 'nikahnama' from the accused. The case involves Ayush Malik, who his father claims was forcibly converted, but Ayush himself states his conversion to Islam was voluntary. Legal action has been initiated against nine people, and Hindu organisations are demanding strict measures.

How Delhi Police Uncovered A Prostitution Racket In Paharganj

How Delhi Police Uncovered A Prostitution Racket In Paharganj

Rediff.com14 Jun 2026

Delhi Police busted a prostitution racket operating under the guise of a spa in Paharganj, arresting one man and rescuing five women after a decoy operation.

Two Arrested, Juvenile Detained In Palghar Drug Bust

Two Arrested, Juvenile Detained In Palghar Drug Bust

Rediff.com5 May 2026

Police in Palghar, Maharashtra, have arrested two individuals and detained a juvenile after seizing brown sugar worth over Rs 44 lakh. The raid, prompted by a tip-off, uncovered drugs, cash, and packing materials in Saphala.

J-K police register FIR over books glorifying separatists, raid publisher

J-K police register FIR over books glorifying separatists, raid publisher

Rediff.com5 Jul 2026

The Jammu and Kashmir Police's Counter Intelligence wing has registered an FIR and conducted raids in connection with two controversial books allegedly glorifying separatists. The action follows objections from political groups and the suspension of education department officials.

More Arrests In Kerala Organ Donation Racket Case

More Arrests In Kerala Organ Donation Racket Case

Rediff.com9 May 2026

Police in Kochi have arrested another individual in connection with a racket allegedly involved in supplying forged documents for organ donors and recipients. The accused, Rasheeda, is the wife of the prime suspect, Najeeb, who is currently absconding. This follows the arrest of several others involved in the forgery of documents required for organ donation.

Organ Donation Fraud: Kerala Police Nab Key Suspect

Organ Donation Fraud: Kerala Police Nab Key Suspect

Rediff.com10 May 2026

Police in Kerala have arrested a key suspect in a racket involving the supply of forged documents for organ donors and recipients. The accused, identified as Najeeb, was apprehended in Uttar Pradesh and is believed to have been planning to escape to Nepal. The investigation has uncovered a network involved in forging various official documents required for organ donation.

Aligarh Police Bust Interstate Gang Trafficking Illegal Firearms

Aligarh Police Bust Interstate Gang Trafficking Illegal Firearms

Rediff.com8 May 2026

Aligarh police arrested twelve members of an interstate gang allegedly involved in trafficking illicit country-made firearms from the ruins of an old fort on the outskirts of Aligarh.

No Indian link to Nijjar murder, says Canadian police, refutes Trudeau's claim

No Indian link to Nijjar murder, says Canadian police, refutes Trudeau's claim

Rediff.com9 Jul 2026

Canadian police have found no evidence linking Indian government officials to the 2023 killing of Sikh separatist Hardeep Singh Nijjar, directly contradicting earlier allegations by former Prime Minister Justin Trudeau that strained bilateral ties.

Delhi Police Head Constable Arrested In Bribery Case

Delhi Police Head Constable Arrested In Bribery Case

Rediff.com22 Apr 2026

A Delhi Police head constable has been arrested by the CBI for allegedly accepting a Rs 2 lakh bribe in exchange for not falsely implicating a woman in a case.

Separated from lover, woman strangles husband with sari

Separated from lover, woman strangles husband with sari

Rediff.com7 days ago

In a shocking incident from Uttar Pradesh, a woman has been arrested for allegedly drugging her family and strangling her husband to death.

Three Arrested in Shastri Nagar Robbery: How Police Cracked the Case

Three Arrested in Shastri Nagar Robbery: How Police Cracked the Case

Rediff.com22 Mar 2026

Delhi Police have arrested three men for allegedly robbing a transport company employee of Rs 23 lakh at gunpoint near Shastri Nagar Metro station. The robbery was executed based on an insider tip-off, and a significant portion of the stolen cash has been recovered.

Mumbai Man Arrested In Rs 30 Lakh SRA Flat Scam

Mumbai Man Arrested In Rs 30 Lakh SRA Flat Scam

Rediff.com19 May 2026

Mumbai Police have arrested a man for allegedly cheating a couple of Rs 30 lakh by promising them a flat in a Slum Rehabilitation Authority's building in Andheri.

Thane Police Uncover Major Drug Trafficking Ring

Thane Police Uncover Major Drug Trafficking Ring

Rediff.com10 Jun 2026

The Thane City Crime Branch has dismantled a drug trafficking network connected to the Kashmir Valley, arresting three individuals and confiscating charas and tramadol capsules worth over Rs 3.03 crore. The operation is part of a special anti-narcotics drive, with investigations ongoing into the supply chain and financial links.

Mob lynches man in Bengal after suspected rape-murder of 11-year-old girl

Mob lynches man in Bengal after suspected rape-murder of 11-year-old girl

Rediff.com5 Jul 2026

An 11-year-old girl's body was found in Baruipur, West Bengal, leading to local protests and the lynching of a man accused of involvement. Police have arrested four people and assured strict action, with the Chief Minister also intervening.

Dramatic Scenes As BJP Councillor Arrested Under KAAPA In Thiruvananthapuram

Dramatic Scenes As BJP Councillor Arrested Under KAAPA In Thiruvananthapuram

Rediff.com10 Jun 2026

A BJP councillor, Sugathan, was arrested in Thiruvananthapuram under the Kerala Anti-Social Activities (Prevention) Act (KAAPA) after police fired into the air to disperse a crowd obstructing the arrest. His family denies allegations and accuses police of excessive force.

Dramatic Scenes As BJP Councillor Arrested Under KAAPA In Thiruvananthapuram

Dramatic Scenes As BJP Councillor Arrested Under KAAPA In Thiruvananthapuram

Rediff.com10 Jun 2026

A BJP councillor, Sugathan, was arrested in Thiruvananthapuram under the Kerala Anti-Social Activities (Prevention) Act (KAAPA) after police fired into the air to disperse a crowd obstructing the arrest. His family denies allegations and accuses police of excessive force.

Mamata's crisis deepens as another TMC leader arrested

Mamata's crisis deepens as another TMC leader arrested

Rediff.com9 Jun 2026

Trinamool Congress leader and former Bidhannagar Municipal Corporation chairman, Sabyasachi Dutta, has been arrested in West Bengal's North 24 Parganas district on charges of extortion and criminal intimidation following a businessman's complaint.

Delhi Police Bust Online Investment Fraud Ring, Two Arrested

Delhi Police Bust Online Investment Fraud Ring, Two Arrested

Rediff.com18 Apr 2026

Delhi Police have arrested two individuals for allegedly defrauding a 25-year-old man of Rs 1.46 lakh through a fake online investment scheme. The accused lured the victim with promises of high returns for completing online tasks.

Six Arrested, Narcotics Recovered In J&K Crackdown

Six Arrested, Narcotics Recovered In J&K Crackdown

Rediff.com27 Apr 2026

Jammu and Kashmir police arrested six people and recovered contraband substances and over Rs 23 lakh in Doda and Kathua districts. Properties worth over Rs 73 lakh linked to drug peddlers were also attached in Udhampur district.

Vijayapura Massacre: Main Accused Appugouda Patil Arrested

Vijayapura Massacre: Main Accused Appugouda Patil Arrested

Rediff.com4 Jun 2026

Six more individuals, including the main accused Appugouda Patil, have been arrested in connection with the murder of six people in Vijayapura district over a land dispute. This brings the total number of arrests to 18, with police continuing their search for additional suspects involved in the May 29 massacre in Govindapura village.

Himachal Pradesh Police Bust Fake Currency Racket

Himachal Pradesh Police Bust Fake Currency Racket

Rediff.com18 Apr 2026

Hamirpur Police arrested two individuals involved in a counterfeit currency racket after a shopkeeper was defrauded. The suspects, using fake Rs 200 notes to obtain genuine Rs 500 notes, were identified through CCTV footage and ITMS. Police recovered counterfeit notes and are investigating further.

Gurugram Police Dismantle Illegal Arms Factory In Madhya Pradesh

Gurugram Police Dismantle Illegal Arms Factory In Madhya Pradesh

Rediff.com10 Jun 2026

Gurugram police have busted an illegal arms manufacturing factory in Dhar, Madhya Pradesh, arresting two individuals involved in producing and supplying pistols. The operation followed an initial arrest in Gurugram, revealing a wider network with multiple criminal cases against the suspects.

TMC leader Jahangir 'Pushpa' Khan arrested near Nepal border

TMC leader Jahangir 'Pushpa' Khan arrested near Nepal border

Rediff.com8 Jun 2026

Trinamool Congress leader Jahangir Khan has been arrested near the India-Nepal border in north Bengal on "extortion" charges. The arrest follows the Calcutta High Court vacating his interim protection, with seven FIRs registered against him.

Sales Director Arrested For Ramming Traffic Cop In Delhi

Sales Director Arrested For Ramming Traffic Cop In Delhi

Rediff.com13 Jun 2026

A sales director, Md Mubashshir Abbas, has been arrested in New Delhi for allegedly ramming his SUV into a traffic policeman and fleeing the scene after being stopped for a violation. The incident, which occurred on June 10, led to a two-day manhunt by the Crime Branch, who eventually apprehended Abbas from his workplace. He reportedly confessed to intentionally striking the officer to evade checking while running late for work.

UP Police Officers Injured in Attack During Arrest Attempt

UP Police Officers Injured in Attack During Arrest Attempt

Rediff.com13 Apr 2026

A police team in Shahjahanpur, Uttar Pradesh, was attacked while attempting to arrest a local strongman, resulting in injuries to two officers.

Jammu Police Nab Wanted Criminal With Drugs And Illegal Arms

Jammu Police Nab Wanted Criminal With Drugs And Illegal Arms

Rediff.com12 May 2026

Jammu police arrested a wanted criminal and recovered a commercial quantity of a heroin-like substance, an illegal pistol, and live ammunition from his possession during a checkpoint near Railway Pul Narwal.

How Delhi Police Apprehended Long-Absconding Offenders

How Delhi Police Apprehended Long-Absconding Offenders

Rediff.com6 May 2026

Delhi Police have arrested three long-absconding proclaimed offenders, including two wanted under the POCSO Act and one in an attempted murder case, following a multi-state operation across Bihar and Jharkhand.

Property Dealer, Accomplice Arrested In Blackmail Plot

Property Dealer, Accomplice Arrested In Blackmail Plot

Rediff.com2 May 2026

Police in Lucknow have arrested a property dealer and his accomplice for allegedly abducting a man, intoxicating him, and recording objectionable videos to blackmail him into giving up his land.

Hyderabad Land Scam: More Arrests Made

Hyderabad Land Scam: More Arrests Made

Rediff.com31 May 2026

Two more individuals have been arrested in Hyderabad for allegedly attempting to encroach on government land using fabricated government orders. The arrests follow a prior case involving similar fraudulent activities.

Tollygunge Extortion Racket: Former Minister's Brother Arrested

Tollygunge Extortion Racket: Former Minister's Brother Arrested

Rediff.com4 Jun 2026

Swarup Biswas, brother of former West Bengal sports minister Arup Biswas, has been arrested in connection with an alleged extortion racket targeting the Tollygunge film and television industry. The arrest followed a complaint from a makeup artist who was allegedly asked for money for employment and threatened. Police are investigating multiple allegations of extortion and criminal intimidation, with protests erupting outside the police station following his arrest.

Tollygunge Extortion Racket: Former Minister's Brother Arrested

Tollygunge Extortion Racket: Former Minister's Brother Arrested

Rediff.com4 Jun 2026

Swarup Biswas, brother of former West Bengal sports minister Arup Biswas, has been arrested in connection with an alleged extortion racket targeting the Tollygunge film and television industry. The arrest followed a complaint from a makeup artist who was allegedly asked for money for employment and threatened. Police are investigating multiple allegations of extortion and criminal intimidation, with protests erupting outside the police station following his arrest.

Two Arrested For Fatal Stabbing In Northwest Delhi

Two Arrested For Fatal Stabbing In Northwest Delhi

Rediff.com6 Jun 2026

A man was fatally stabbed during a quarrel in northwest Delhi's Shalimar Bagh. Police have arrested two individuals, Saurabh alias Tola and Sachin alias Chiddi, who were attempting to flee. The accused have prior criminal records, and investigations are ongoing to determine the motive.

Delhi Man Arrested Over Double Murder Case

Delhi Man Arrested Over Double Murder Case

Rediff.com29 Apr 2026

Delhi Police have arrested a 24-year-old man for allegedly killing two people in Uttam Nagar due to personal rivalry. The accused had been on the run since December and was declared a proclaimed offender.

Top Maoist leader Misir Besra with Rs 2.2 cr bounty captured in Jharkhand

Top Maoist leader Misir Besra with Rs 2.2 cr bounty captured in Jharkhand

Rediff.com29 Jul 2026

Misir Besra, a banned CPI (Maoist) politburo member with a bounty of over Rs 1 crore and wanted in 141 cases, has been arrested from Jharkhand's Dhanbad district. His arrest is considered a significant achievement in anti-Maoist operations in the state.

Gujarat Police Uncovers Rs 310 Crore Cyber Fraud Racket

Gujarat Police Uncovers Rs 310 Crore Cyber Fraud Racket

Rediff.com14 Jun 2026

Gujarat's Gir Somnath police have busted a massive cyber fraud racket involving over Rs 310 crore in suspicious transactions through mule bank accounts, arresting five individuals. This operation, part of the state-wide "Operation Mule Hunt 2.0," is considered the district's largest cybercrime case to date, aiming to recover victims' money and curb illegal account rentals.

Two Arrested For Duping Delhi Tour Operator With Fake Currency

Two Arrested For Duping Delhi Tour Operator With Fake Currency

Rediff.com6 May 2026

Delhi Police have arrested two men for allegedly defrauding a tour operator of Rs 1 lakh using fake currency notes under the guise of a currency exchange scheme.