News for 'police constable'

'A Stone Can't Be Answered With An AK-47'

'A Stone Can't Be Answered With An AK-47'

Rediff.com3 Aug 2026

'Instead of choosing dialogue, the government chose repression... Force ought to be the last resort, not the first.'

Manipur Truckers Suspend Supplies After Driver Killed

Manipur Truckers Suspend Supplies After Driver Killed

Rediff.com30 May 2026

Truck drivers in Manipur's Imphal West district are protesting and have suspended the transport of goods following the killing of a commercial vehicle driver. The protest is taking place at Keithelmanbi, with truckers demanding improved security measures along National Highway 37.

Maharashtra Sex Exploitation Case: Police Detain 10

Maharashtra Sex Exploitation Case: Police Detain 10

Rediff.com17 Apr 2026

Police in Maharashtra's Amravati district have detained 10 individuals for questioning in connection with a sexual exploitation case. Authorities have also taken down 41 social media accounts used to circulate explicit content of victims. Additionally, police personnel seen celebrating the birthday of the prime suspect have been suspended.

Bareilly Police Rescue Abducted Child After Encounter

Bareilly Police Rescue Abducted Child After Encounter

Rediff.com27 May 2026

A one-year-old boy, abducted from a temple complex in Bareilly, Uttar Pradesh, was rescued by police after an encounter. The accused, who planned to sell the child, sustained bullet injuries during the operation.

Pune Police Bust 'Project X' Party, Over 70 Booked For Drugs, Liquor Violations

Pune Police Bust 'Project X' Party, Over 70 Booked For Drugs, Liquor Violations

Rediff.com7 Jun 2026

Pune police busted a party named 'Project X' in Tulapur village, booking over 70 individuals for drug and liquor violations. The raid led to the seizure of ganja, banned smoking products, and liquor worth Rs 85 lakh, with some attendees being underage.

Mumbai Police Recruitment Exam Faces Tampering Allegations

Mumbai Police Recruitment Exam Faces Tampering Allegations

Rediff.com26 Feb 2026

Two cases have been registered against four individuals for allegedly tampering with timing equipment during the physical tests for police recruitment in Mumbai.

23 Arrested After Stone Pelting at Ambedkar Jayanti Procession in UP

23 Arrested After Stone Pelting at Ambedkar Jayanti Procession in UP

Rediff.com15 Apr 2026

Police in Kasganj, Uttar Pradesh, have arrested 23 people in connection with stone-pelting at an Ambedkar Jayanti procession. The incident resulted in injuries to a police officer and heightened tensions in the area.

Pakistani Forces Repel Terrorist Attack, Kill Six

Pakistani Forces Repel Terrorist Attack, Kill Six

Rediff.com29 Apr 2026

Pakistani security forces killed six terrorists in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, repelling an attack on a police post in Bannu district.

Jharkhand Police Nab Prime Accused In Treasury Embezzlement Case

Jharkhand Police Nab Prime Accused In Treasury Embezzlement Case

Rediff.com29 Apr 2026

Jharkhand Police have arrested the prime accused in a fraudulent withdrawal case from the West Singhbhum treasury, along with three others. The accused manipulated departmental computer data for nearly nine years to divert government funds into their own accounts and those of associates.

Police Suspended After Birthday Party Cake Fight Turns Deadly In UP

Police Suspended After Birthday Party Cake Fight Turns Deadly In UP

Rediff.com28 Apr 2026

Four police personnel, including an SHO, have been suspended for dereliction of duty in connection with the murder of three members of a family following an argument over smearing cake during a birthday party in Bulandshahr, Uttar Pradesh.

Bootleggers Arrested After Ramming Police Vehicle In Delhi

Bootleggers Arrested After Ramming Police Vehicle In Delhi

Rediff.com29 Apr 2026

Three alleged bootleggers were arrested in northwest Delhi's Keshavpuram after a high-speed chase where they rammed a police vehicle while trying to escape.

Delhi Police Arrest Two Wanted Criminals After Gunfight

Delhi Police Arrest Two Wanted Criminals After Gunfight

Rediff.com17 Apr 2026

Two habitual offenders wanted in an attempt to murder were arrested after an exchange of fire with the police in southwest Delhi's Dwarka, an official said on Friday.

Rajasthan House Owner Allegedly Sets Pitbull on Police Team

Rajasthan House Owner Allegedly Sets Pitbull on Police Team

Rediff.com11 Mar 2026

A woman constable in Bikaner, Rajasthan, was injured after a house owner allegedly unleashed a pitbull on a police team investigating a complaint.

Odisha Police To Expedite Warrants, Invoke NSA Against Criminals

Odisha Police To Expedite Warrants, Invoke NSA Against Criminals

Rediff.com10 May 2026

Odisha DGP YB Khurania has directed police officers to expedite the execution of non-bailable warrants against offenders and invoke the stringent National Security Act against habitual criminals. The directions were issued during a virtual review meeting on law and order.

Telangana Cop Killed: Family Alleges Intentional Hit-and-Run by Police Vehicle

Telangana Cop Killed: Family Alleges Intentional Hit-and-Run by Police Vehicle

Rediff.com14 Apr 2026

A 58-year-old Assistant Sub-Inspector (ASI) in Telangana died after being hit by a police vehicle. Family members allege the driver intentionally ran him over, prompting a police investigation.

IPS trainee attempts suicide after sexual harassment complaint

IPS trainee attempts suicide after sexual harassment complaint

Rediff.com20 Jul 2026

A trainee IPS officer at SVPNPA, accused of stalking and sexually harassing a fellow woman trainee, attempted suicide by consuming a poisonous substance. He is currently hospitalised, and a case has been registered against him under various sections, including the BNS and IT Act.

Teen abducted, raped in Kanpur; cop's role under lens

Teen abducted, raped in Kanpur; cop's role under lens

Rediff.com7 Jan 2026

A local journalist has been taken into custody and a police constable's role is also under investigation in connection with the alleged abduction and gang rape of a 14-year-old girl in Kanpur's Sachendi area, officials said on Wednesday amid allegations of police apathy by the victim's family.

'My policeman dad was nearly lynched at Jantar Mantar'

'My policeman dad was nearly lynched at Jantar Mantar'

Rediff.com31 Jul 2026

Families of Delhi Police personnel injured during the July 20 CJP-led 'Sansad Chalo' march are calling for a parliamentary discussion on the trauma and injuries suffered by officers, arguing that the public discourse has unfairly focused solely on allegations of police excesses.

Pakistani Forces Repel Attack On Police Post, Killing Terrorist

Pakistani Forces Repel Attack On Police Post, Killing Terrorist

Rediff.com29 Apr 2026

Pakistani security forces successfully repelled a terrorist attack on a police post in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, resulting in the death of one terrorist and injuries to others.

Jharkhand High Court Summons Officials Over Missing Girl Case

Jharkhand High Court Summons Officials Over Missing Girl Case

Rediff.com15 Apr 2026

The Jharkhand High Court has summoned top police officials and forensic experts to address concerns about the investigation into a missing girl case, particularly regarding the identification of a recovered skeleton.

Viral Video Evidence Examined in Railway Firing Case

Viral Video Evidence Examined in Railway Firing Case

Rediff.com25 Mar 2026

A police constable testified in court about a viral video allegedly showing Chetansingh Chaudhary, the accused in the 2023 railway firing incident, making communally charged statements. The video, which surfaced after the shooting, led to the addition of charges related to promoting enmity between groups.

Uttar Pradesh Police Attacked While Responding to Assault Complaint

Uttar Pradesh Police Attacked While Responding to Assault Complaint

Rediff.com21 Mar 2026

A police team in Ballia, Uttar Pradesh, was attacked while responding to an assault complaint, resulting in injuries to officers and damage to a police vehicle. Two suspects have been arrested and are facing charges including attempted murder.

Odisha Lynching Case: Another Arrest Made

Odisha Lynching Case: Another Arrest Made

Rediff.com28 May 2026

A man accused in the lynching of GRP constable Soumya Ranjan Swain was arrested in Bhubaneswar, bringing the total arrests in the case to 17. The constable was allegedly beaten to death by a mob on May 7 after being accused of attempted rape.

Police Personnel Assaulted In UP Wedding Payment Row

Police Personnel Assaulted In UP Wedding Payment Row

Rediff.com27 Apr 2026

Two police personnel were assaulted in Shahjahanpur, Uttar Pradesh, after intervening in a payment dispute between a wedding band owner and the groom's family. Five people have been arrested following the incident.

Rs 10 Crore Money Trail Uncovered In Jharkhand Treasury Scam

Rs 10 Crore Money Trail Uncovered In Jharkhand Treasury Scam

Rediff.com1 May 2026

The Jharkhand Criminal Investigation Department (CID) has uncovered a money trail of Rs 10 crore related to the Bokaro treasury scam, freezing several fixed deposits and arresting multiple individuals, including police personnel and an accountant.

Man Dies In UP Police Custody; Negligence Probe Ordered

Man Dies In UP Police Custody; Negligence Probe Ordered

Rediff.com2 May 2026

A 23-year-old man died after allegedly hanging himself at a police outpost in Baghpat, Uttar Pradesh, while being questioned in connection with a theft case. Three police personnel have been suspended for alleged negligence, and a magisterial inquiry has been initiated. The family alleges police brutality and demands a murder case be registered.

Odisha CM Orders Police To Instil Fear Among Criminals

Odisha CM Orders Police To Instil Fear Among Criminals

Rediff.com14 May 2026

Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi has directed civil and police authorities to collaborate in curbing organised crime, instilling fear among criminals, and restoring public confidence. This follows a review of the law and order situation in the wake of recent crimes, including a mob-lynching and a murder in Mayurbhanj district.

Two Maharashtra Police Officers Nabbed in Bribery Sting

Two Maharashtra Police Officers Nabbed in Bribery Sting

Rediff.com13 Mar 2026

Two police officers in Jalna, Maharashtra, have been arrested by the Anti-Corruption Bureau for allegedly accepting a bribe from a sand truck owner.

Another Arrest Made In Jharkhand Treasury Scam

Another Arrest Made In Jharkhand Treasury Scam

Rediff.com5 May 2026

The Jharkhand Criminal Investigation Department (CID) has arrested another person in connection with the alleged Hazaribag treasury scam, bringing the total number of arrests to six. The investigation, ordered by the Jharkhand government, focuses on the illegal withdrawal of money from the Hazaribagh Treasury. A Special Investigation Team (SIT) has been formed to handle the case.

Two Delhi Police Officers Suspended, Arrested for Robbing Businessman

Two Delhi Police Officers Suspended, Arrested for Robbing Businessman

Rediff.com1 Apr 2026

Two Delhi Police personnel have been suspended and arrested for allegedly robbing a businessman of Rs 8.4 lakh in central Delhi. The accused, a sub-inspector and a constable, are now in judicial custody.

Pune Police Officers Face Extortion Charges After Allegedly Framing College Principal

Pune Police Officers Face Extortion Charges After Allegedly Framing College Principal

Rediff.com9 Apr 2026

Three police personnel in Pune, including a social media influencer, are accused of extorting a college principal by threatening to falsely implicate him in a sexual harassment case.

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.

Police Officers in Beed Nabbed for Alleged Sand Transportation Bribery

Police Officers in Beed Nabbed for Alleged Sand Transportation Bribery

Rediff.com11 Mar 2026

Two police officers in Maharashtra's Beed district have been arrested by the Anti-Corruption Bureau for allegedly demanding and accepting a bribe to allow illegal sand transportation.

How Delhi Police Nabbed Burglar By Posing As Fruit Seller

How Delhi Police Nabbed Burglar By Posing As Fruit Seller

Rediff.com2 May 2026

A Delhi Police officer disguised himself as a fruit seller to arrest a habitual offender and crack a daylight burglary case, recovering jewellery worth Rs 25 lakh.

Delhi Police Arrests Attempted Murder Suspects After Gunfight

Delhi Police Arrests Attempted Murder Suspects After Gunfight

Rediff.com19 Apr 2026

Two men accused of attempted murder in Delhi's Chhawla area were arrested after a shootout with police. The accused, Rocky and Sumit, were allegedly involved in an attempted murder on April 17. During the arrest, Rocky opened fire at the police, who retaliated, injuring 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.

Mumbai Railway Police Officers Sacked for Extortion

Mumbai Railway Police Officers Sacked for Extortion

Rediff.com3 Apr 2026

Three railway police officers in Mumbai have been dismissed from service after being found guilty of extorting money and gold from a jeweller at Mumbai Central station.

Rhiya Ahir: 'I'd Rather Die A Martyr Than Be Helpless'

Rhiya Ahir: 'I'd Rather Die A Martyr Than Be Helpless'

Rediff.com23 Jul 2026

'When you are standing for what the Constitution guarantees you, you are not alone.'

Gunmen Kill Polio Worker In Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

Gunmen Kill Polio Worker In Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

Rediff.com18 Apr 2026

An unidentified gunman killed a polio worker on the outskirts of Peshawar, Pakistan, during an ongoing polio eradication campaign. This incident is part of a series of attacks targeting polio workers and security personnel in the region, highlighting the challenges in eradicating polio in Pakistan.

Two Delhi Police Officers Arrested for Robbery: What Went Wrong?

Two Delhi Police Officers Arrested for Robbery: What Went Wrong?

Rediff.com1 Apr 2026

Two Delhi Police personnel have been suspended and arrested for allegedly robbing a businessman from Uttar Pradesh of Rs 8.4 lakh near Ajmal Khan Park in central Delhi.