News for 'police constable'

Mumbai Cop Accused Of Assaulting Tempo Driver Over Fine

Mumbai Cop Accused Of Assaulting Tempo Driver Over Fine

Rediff.com2 May 2026

A police constable in Mumbai is accused of assaulting a tempo driver after an argument over a traffic violation fine.

Man And Sons Arrested For Attacking Railway Constable In Thane

Man And Sons Arrested For Attacking Railway Constable In Thane

Rediff.com15 May 2026

A 57-year-old man and his two sons were arrested for allegedly beating up a Railway Protection Force (RPF) constable at Kalyan station in Thane district after he intervened in a dispute.

Policeman Killed During Polio Vaccination Drive In Pakistan

Policeman Killed During Polio Vaccination Drive In Pakistan

Rediff.com18 May 2026

A police constable was killed by gunmen in northwest Pakistan while returning from escort duty for a polio vaccination drive. The incident occurred in Bajaur district, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, on the first day of a four-day anti-polio campaign.

Targeted Killings Claim Lives Of Two Pakistan Police Officers

Targeted Killings Claim Lives Of Two Pakistan Police Officers

Rediff.com12 Jun 2026

Two police personnel were killed in separate targeted attacks in Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province. The incidents occurred in Bannu district, a region experiencing a surge in militant violence, prompting investigations and search operations by authorities.

Thane Crime Branch Seizes Rs 2.72 Crore Ambergris

Thane Crime Branch Seizes Rs 2.72 Crore Ambergris

Rediff.com8 Oct 2026

Thane Crime Branch arrested two individuals with 2.72 kilograms of ambergris, also known as whale vomit, valued at Rs 2.72 crore in the international market. The protected marine substance, used in luxury perfumes, was seized during a trap operation, and a case has been registered under the Wildlife Protection Act.

Delhi Cop, Volunteer Injured As Car Rams Into Them

Delhi Cop, Volunteer Injured As Car Rams Into Them

Rediff.com19 May 2026

A Delhi Police constable and a police volunteer were injured after a man allegedly rammed his Thar into them while trying to flee in northwest Delhi's Jahangirpuri area. The accused has been arrested and the vehicle seized.

Police constable killed by militants in Pulwama

Police constable killed by militants in Pulwama

Rediff.com27 Aug 2016

Police constable Khurshid Ahmed was leaving his home for duties when the militants shot him from a close range.

Indian Police Officers Suspended Over Alleged Heroin Seizure and Extortion

Indian Police Officers Suspended Over Alleged Heroin Seizure and Extortion

Rediff.com1 Apr 2026

Two police constables in Hamirpur, India, have been suspended for allegedly mishandling a heroin seizure and demanding money from the accused.

Delhi Cop Nabbed in Fake Police Clearance Certificate Scam

Delhi Cop Nabbed in Fake Police Clearance Certificate Scam

Rediff.com13 Mar 2026

A Delhi Police constable has been arrested for his alleged involvement in a racket producing fake Police Clearance Certificates (PCCs). The investigation uncovered a network charging individuals for forged documents, highlighting concerns about corruption and security.

Taliban militants behead Swat police constable

Taliban militants behead Swat police constable

Rediff.com28 Jul 2009

Facing a major Pakistani offensive, the retreating Taliban militants have carried out the gruesome beheading of a captured police official. The police found the decapitated body of a constable in a town in Swat valley, where for the last three months the Pakistan army is carrying out a flushing operation against the Taliban, officials were quoted by TV channels as saying. They said the police constable was kidnapped a week ago by militants.

Odisha Lynching Case: More Arrests Made After Constable's Murder

Odisha Lynching Case: More Arrests Made After Constable's Murder

Rediff.com12 May 2026

One more person has been arrested in connection with the lynching of a GRP constable in Odisha's Khurda district, bringing the total number of arrests to twelve. The Crime Branch of Odisha Police is investigating the murder and allegations against the constable.

School Principal Held In Bihar Over Molestation Allegations

School Principal Held In Bihar Over Molestation Allegations

Rediff.com22 Sep 2026

A government school principal in Bihar's Nawada district, Mahesh Prasad Yadav, has been arrested following allegations of molesting girl students. Police initiated an investigation after receiving a complaint, recording student statements, and examining CCTV footage. A Special Investigation Team has been formed to probe the serious case further.

Punjab cop firing case: Shooter killed, 5 nabbed; Pak links suspected

Punjab cop firing case: Shooter killed, 5 nabbed; Pak links suspected

Rediff.com26 Sep 2026

The Amritsar Rural police on Saturday arrested five accused linked to the firing incident involving assistant sub-inspector Jaswant Singh, who was posted with the Amritsar commissionerate.

Gang Shooter Killed In Gurugram Police Encounter In Haryana

Gang Shooter Killed In Gurugram Police Encounter In Haryana

Rediff.com11 May 2026

An alleged shooter from gangster Deepak Nandal's gang was killed, and another was injured, in an encounter with Gurugram police. The shooters were arrested in Punjab for firing at the house of singer Rahul Fazilpuria's event organiser.

Gurugram Police Encounter Leaves Gang Shooter Dead

Gurugram Police Encounter Leaves Gang Shooter Dead

Rediff.com11 May 2026

A suspected shooter from gangster Deepak Nandal's gang was killed, and another was injured, during an encounter with Gurugram police. The incident occurred while the police were recovering weapons from the accused, who had been arrested in connection with a shooting at an event organiser's house.

Accidental Collision Leads To Fatal Stabbing Of Delhi Teen

Accidental Collision Leads To Fatal Stabbing Of Delhi Teen

Rediff.com23 Sep 2026

A 17-year-old boy was fatally stabbed in central Delhi's Anand Parbat area after an accidental collision with three teenagers escalated into an altercation. Police have arrested a 19-year-old man and apprehended two minors in connection with the murder, recovering the alleged weapon.

Three Accused Sent To Judicial Custody In Delhi Teen Rape Case

Three Accused Sent To Judicial Custody In Delhi Teen Rape Case

Rediff.com24 Sep 2026

A Delhi court has remanded three accused Asif, Hemant, and Mukesh to 14 days' judicial custody in connection with the alleged rape of a 17-year-old girl at Aastha Kunj Park. The accused allegedly posed as policemen, threatened the victim and her friend, and then raped the girl. One accused, Asif, was arrested after an encounter with the police.

Indore: Seven Arrested In Liquor Trader Extortion Case

Indore: Seven Arrested In Liquor Trader Extortion Case

Rediff.com21 May 2026

Police in Indore have arrested seven individuals, including three women and a police constable, for allegedly attempting to extort Rs 1 crore from a liquor businessman by threatening to release private photos and videos.

Indore Police Investigate Liquor Dealer Extortion Case

Indore Police Investigate Liquor Dealer Extortion Case

Rediff.com27 May 2026

Indore police are investigating an alleged extortion plot against a liquor dealer, involving a possible honey trap scheme. Seven individuals have been arrested, and their electronic devices are being examined for deleted evidence.

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.

Gandhari, Dhamaal 4, Fauda Arrive On OTT

Gandhari, Dhamaal 4, Fauda Arrive On OTT

Rediff.com2 Sep 2026

Highly anticipated Bollywood movie premieres, post-theatrical releases, gripping new OTT series and the return of popular international shows: September promises a rich and varied slate of content.

Shaque: Trust No One Review: Untrustworthy Thriller

Shaque: Trust No One Review: Untrustworthy Thriller

Rediff.com4 days ago

Shaque: Trust No One has a promising mystery and enough juicy red herrings to keep you guessing, but its convenient writing and dated clichs eventually derail the show.

Mumbai Cop Sacked For Negligence In NCP Leader's Murder

Mumbai Cop Sacked For Negligence In NCP Leader's Murder

Rediff.com10 May 2026

A Mumbai police constable has been terminated for dereliction of duty as a bodyguard to former NCP leader Baba Siddique, who was murdered in October 2024.

Police Open Fire on Accused Killer in Andhra Pradesh

Police Open Fire on Accused Killer in Andhra Pradesh

Rediff.com11 Apr 2026

Police in Andhra Pradesh, India, shot a 19-year-old man accused of murdering a minor girl after he allegedly attacked them with a knife during an apprehension attempt. The suspect is currently receiving medical treatment.

'Are they terrorists?': Cong blasts BJP for deploying AK-47 at Bihar protests

'Are they terrorists?': Cong blasts BJP for deploying AK-47 at Bihar protests

Rediff.com27 Jul 2026

The Congress party has strongly criticised the BJP government following allegations that AK-47 rifles were used against protesting students in Bihar, with Rahul Gandhi demanding Prime Minister Narendra Modi's apology and action against those responsible for the 'deadly attacks and brutality'.

Court convicts Sukesh Chandrasekhar of impersonating Supreme Court judge

Court convicts Sukesh Chandrasekhar of impersonating Supreme Court judge

Rediff.com27 Aug 2026

A Delhi court has convicted alleged conman Sukesh Chandrasekhar for impersonating a sitting Supreme Court judge to influence a special judge for bail in a 2017 corruption case. The court described his act as a "direct affront" to judicial independence and sanctity, highlighting the gravity of attempting to undermine the legal process through intimidation.

Women Arrested After Attempting to Free Relative from Police Custody in Meerut

Women Arrested After Attempting to Free Relative from Police Custody in Meerut

Rediff.com25 Mar 2026

Three women in Meerut have been arrested for allegedly attacking a female police officer and attempting to free a family member who was in police custody on charges related to the Arms Act.

Chidambaram's ode to the police constable

Chidambaram's ode to the police constable

Rediff.com5 Oct 2009

Union Home Minister P Chidambaram on Monday sympathised with the ordinary police constable, saying he is the 'most abused' part of the force and the 'most reviled public servant'.Chidambaram also said that India, which is facing serious terror and Naxal threats, has an ill-equipped police machinery, especially at its lower ranks."The police system is outdated. Police are ill-trained, ill-equipped and ill-paid," said Chidambaram, talking about the challenges.

5 arrested near UK base hosting US Air Force over terror charges

5 arrested near UK base hosting US Air Force over terror charges

Rediff.com27 Sep 2026

UK counter-terror police are leading an investigation after five men were arrested near RAF Fairford on suspicion of terror offences and under the Explosives Act, following a call about three suspicious vehicles. The incident prompted a major response, including the Army's Explosive Ordinance Disposal unit and the evacuation of 85 households.

Traffic Police Personnel Face Bribery Charges in Maharashtra

Traffic Police Personnel Face Bribery Charges in Maharashtra

Rediff.com31 Mar 2026

Two traffic police officers in Maharashtra, including an inspector, have been booked for allegedly demanding a bribe from a female colleague in exchange for favourable night duty assignments.

Madhya Pradesh Cops Suspended After Assaulting Youth

Madhya Pradesh Cops Suspended After Assaulting Youth

Rediff.com22 Apr 2026

Two police constables have been suspended for allegedly assaulting and abusing a youth over a dispute in Madhya Pradesh's Guna district, officials said on Wednesday.

Haryana gym owner murder: Two Bishnoi gang shooters killed in encounter

Haryana gym owner murder: Two Bishnoi gang shooters killed in encounter

Rediff.com5 Jul 2026

Two alleged shooters from the Lawrence Bishnoi-Harry Boxer gang, wanted for the murder of a gym owner in Hansi, were killed in a police encounter in Bahadurgarh, Haryana. The operation involved a joint team of Delhi Police Special Cell and Haryana's Special Task Force, during which a police constable was injured.

Gunmen Target Singer's Associate In Gurugram, Cop Injured

Gunmen Target Singer's Associate In Gurugram, Cop Injured

Rediff.com3 May 2026

Two motorcycle-borne shooters allegedly linked to gangster Deepak Nandal opened fire at the residence of an event organiser working for singer Rahul Fazilpuria in Gurugram's Kanhai village, injuring a police constable deployed there for security, police said on Sunday.

UP constable arrested for sexual exploitation

UP constable arrested for sexual exploitation

Rediff.com27 Feb 2026

A constable posted with the emergency police response service Dial 112 in Uttar Pradesh has been arrested and sent to judicial custody after a woman lodged a complaint accusing him of sexual exploitation, police said on Thursday.

Odisha Orders Crime Branch Probe Into Mob Lynching Of Constable

Odisha Orders Crime Branch Probe Into Mob Lynching Of Constable

Rediff.com9 May 2026

Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi has ordered a Crime Branch investigation into the mob lynching of a GRP constable accused of attempted rape. The incident occurred on May 7, and the investigation aims to identify and prosecute those responsible. The victim's father alleges police involvement in the assault.

UP: Cracker factory blast accused's house razed; toll rises to 14

UP: Cracker factory blast accused's house razed; toll rises to 14

Rediff.com2 Sep 2026

Authorities in Kaushambi, Uttar Pradesh, have demolished the three-storey house of Naushad, the main accused in a cracker factory blast that killed 13 people, including 11 children. The demolition followed the arrest of Naushad and two women, with police also suspending nine personnel for negligence and seeking other absconding suspects.

NCB Officers Suspended After Custody Death Of BSF Constable

NCB Officers Suspended After Custody Death Of BSF Constable

Rediff.com3 May 2026

Two Narcotics Control Bureau officers have been suspended following the death of a Border Security Force constable in custody. The constable, arrested in connection with a narcotics case, died of cardiac arrest after experiencing chest pain while being transported from Jammu to Amritsar.

Prahaar: When 26/11 Became A Film Spectacle

Prahaar: When 26/11 Became A Film Spectacle

Rediff.com30 Sep 2026

The moment it became clear that Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis would launch the trailer of the Hindi film Prahaar: The Untold Story of Ujjwal Nikam it became obvious that the spectacle was more political than cinematic.

Three men posing as cops gang-rape girl in Delhi; trio held after encounter

Three men posing as cops gang-rape girl in Delhi; trio held after encounter

Rediff.com23 Sep 2026

A man identified as Asif, accused of gang-raping a 17-year-old girl near Kalkaji Mandir, has been arrested following a police encounter in southeast Delhi. Asif, one of three men who allegedly posed as policemen, fired at the police team before being shot in the leg during the exchange. The incident occurred in Astha Kunj Park, and police are now searching for the other two accused.

Nainital Police Officers Booked For Alleged Molestation

Nainital Police Officers Booked For Alleged Molestation

Rediff.com14 Jun 2026

Two police officers, an Assistant Sub-Inspector and a Head Constable, have been booked in Nainital for allegedly molesting the daughter of a homestay owner. The incident led to local protests, and the accused officers were reportedly drunk at the time. An investigation is currently underway.