News for 'police encounters'

Attacker who stabbed YouTuber Salim Wastik killed in encounter

Attacker who stabbed YouTuber Salim Wastik killed in encounter

Rediff.com2 Mar 2026

An accused wanted in connection with the alleged stabbing of a YouTuber died after being injured in an encounter with the police in the Loni area of Ghaziabad.

Sohrabuddin Case: Key Events In The Alleged Fake Encounter

Sohrabuddin Case: Key Events In The Alleged Fake Encounter

Rediff.com7 May 2026

A detailed timeline of the Sohrabuddin Shaikh alleged fake encounter case, from the initial abduction in 2005 to the Bombay High Court's dismissal of appeals in 2026.

Gangster Nabbed After Gunfight With Chandigarh Police

Gangster Nabbed After Gunfight With Chandigarh Police

Rediff.com23 Apr 2026

A gangster was arrested in Chandigarh after a brief exchange of fire with police. The accused, Mukesh alias Golu Gohana, sustained a bullet injury during the encounter and is currently hospitalised. Police recovered a pistol and cartridges from his possession.

Shootout In South Delhi: Prince Tewatia Gang Members Arrested

Shootout In South Delhi: Prince Tewatia Gang Members Arrested

Rediff.com6 Jun 2026

Three alleged members of the Prince Tewatia gang were arrested in south Delhi after an exchange of fire with the police. Two accused sustained injuries, and the gang members were wanted in connection with an extortion-linked firing incident.

Man Arrested After Killing Relative Over Marriage Rejection

Man Arrested After Killing Relative Over Marriage Rejection

Rediff.com1 Jun 2026

A man in Firozabad, Uttar Pradesh, has been arrested after allegedly killing his one-and-a-half-year-old relative by repeatedly slamming him onto the ground. The crime occurred after the child's mother rejected the accused's marriage proposal.

Delhi Police Nab Tillu Tajpuria Gang Members After Encounter in Rohini

Delhi Police Nab Tillu Tajpuria Gang Members After Encounter in Rohini

Rediff.com27 Mar 2026

Delhi Police have arrested three members of the Tillu Tajpuria gang, including two after a shootout, in connection with the murder of Ravi Bhardwaj in Bawana. The arrests highlight ongoing efforts to combat gang violence in the region.

Mamata's convoy attacked with mud, stones, slippers in Bengal

Mamata's convoy attacked with mud, stones, slippers in Bengal

Rediff.com9 Aug 2026

Former West Bengal chief minister Mamata Banerjee's vehicle was surrounded by protesters, who allegedly hurled mud, slippers, and stones, while shouting 'chor' (thief) and 'dakait rani' (queen of thieves) slogans during her visit to Halisahar.

Bhopal Hotel Owner Murder: Main Accused Nabbed After Police Shootout

Bhopal Hotel Owner Murder: Main Accused Nabbed After Police Shootout

Rediff.com1 Apr 2026

Police in Bhopal have arrested Asif, the prime suspect in the murder of a hotel owner, following a brief encounter in which he was shot in the leg. The arrest comes after a reward was offered for his capture, and two other suspects were already in custody.

Delhi Police Nab Murder Suspects After Gunfight in Rani Bagh

Delhi Police Nab Murder Suspects After Gunfight in Rani Bagh

Rediff.com9 Apr 2026

Two men accused of murder were arrested in Delhi after a brief exchange of fire with police. One suspect was injured in the legs during the encounter.

Marathi test of Maharashtra auto/taxi drivers begins, 1,268 notices issued

Marathi test of Maharashtra auto/taxi drivers begins, 1,268 notices issued

Rediff.com3 days ago

Maharashtra's transport department has initiated a statewide drive to assess taxi and autorickshaw drivers' working knowledge of Marathi, issuing notices to 1,268 drivers on the first day. Those who fail the initial 16-question test will receive a one-month notice to learn Marathi, with subsequent failure leading to a three-month badge suspension.

Pulwama terror attack accused Insha Jan's bail plea rejected

Pulwama terror attack accused Insha Jan's bail plea rejected

Rediff.com1 days ago

A special NIA court in Jammu has rejected the bail plea of Insha Jan alias Insha Tariq, an accused in the 2019 Pulwama suicide attack that killed 40 Central Reserve Police Force personnel, observing that sufficient material existed on record to presume that the accusations against her were prima facie true.

Jeweller Murdered In UP, Assailant Nabbed After Encounter

Jeweller Murdered In UP, Assailant Nabbed After Encounter

Rediff.com25 Apr 2026

A 42-year-old jeweller was shot dead in Baberu town, Uttar Pradesh, by a neighbour. The accused was arrested following a police encounter.

Noida Man Killed By Neighbour Over Waste Burning Row

Noida Man Killed By Neighbour Over Waste Burning Row

Rediff.com6 May 2026

A 25-year-old man was allegedly shot dead by his neighbour in Greater Noida's Sakipur village following a dispute over burning of drain waste. The main accused was arrested after an encounter with police.

Did Mohan Bhagwat Sync With Gen Z?

Did Mohan Bhagwat Sync With Gen Z?

Rediff.com10 Aug 2026

All's well with the State; it's the citizens who have to really buck up, was the sum and substance of Mohan Bhagwat's message to Gen Z.

Man who raped toddler killed in police encounter in Lucknow

Man who raped toddler killed in police encounter in Lucknow

Rediff.com6 Jun 2025

Deputy Commissioner of Police (Central Zone) Ashish Srivastava told reporters that the accused was killed in the Alambagh area of Lucknow early Friday.

Gurugram Police Accused Of Misconduct During Drink-Driving Check

Gurugram Police Accused Of Misconduct During Drink-Driving Check

Rediff.com9 Jun 2026

A retired army officer, Major Hemendra Singh, has filed a formal complaint against Gurugram traffic policemen, accusing them of misbehaving with him and his family during a drink-driving check. He alleges that police used a contaminated breathalyser, initially showed a high reading, and then refused a fair re-test, only for subsequent tests to prove his innocence. The incident reportedly led to the police fleeing the scene after he called for help, and an investigation has been launched.

Prashant Kishor on Bankipur win: CJP stir may have helped

Prashant Kishor on Bankipur win: CJP stir may have helped

Rediff.com3 Aug 2026

Jan Suraaj Party founder Prashant Kishor secured a significant victory in the Bankipur assembly bypoll, defeating the BJP candidate by over 19,000 votes. Kishor attributed his win to support from disgruntled members of major parties and potentially Gen Z protests, while firmly rejecting any future political alliances. He claimed the mandate was a wake-up call for the BJP-led government in Bihar and its Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary, giving his party its maiden presence in the state assembly.

Gurdaspur Murder Suspect Blames Others for Police Killings

Gurdaspur Murder Suspect Blames Others for Police Killings

Rediff.com28 Feb 2026

One of the accused in the Gurdaspur police killings has blamed his accomplices for the crime, while questions arise regarding the encounter death of another suspect, prompting calls for an independent investigation.

Three 'Kaccha-Baniyan' Gang Members Arrested After Delhi Encounter

Three 'Kaccha-Baniyan' Gang Members Arrested After Delhi Encounter

Rediff.com4 May 2026

Delhi Police arrested three suspected members of the 'kaccha-baniyan' gang after a shootout in Ambedkar Nagar. The gang is allegedly involved in a recent robbery in Sarvodaya Enclave, where residents were held hostage.

Delhi Man Arrested For Killing Cousin, Nephew After Advice

Delhi Man Arrested For Killing Cousin, Nephew After Advice

Rediff.com23 May 2026

A 28-year-old man in Delhi has been arrested for allegedly murdering his cousin and her son due to resentment over her repeated advice against his drug addiction and criminal activities.

Why Haryana Cops Were Acquitted In Gangster Encounter Case

Why Haryana Cops Were Acquitted In Gangster Encounter Case

Rediff.com22 Apr 2026

A Mumbai court has acquitted five Haryana police personnel in a criminal case related to the 2016 encounter of gangster Sandeep Gadoli, citing self-defence and lack of prosecution sanction.

Bombay HC Upholds Acquittal Of 22 Persons In Sohrabuddin Shaikh Encounter Case

Bombay HC Upholds Acquittal Of 22 Persons In Sohrabuddin Shaikh Encounter Case

Rediff.com7 May 2026

The Bombay High Court has upheld the acquittal of 22 accused in the 2005 alleged fake encounter case of gangster Sohrabuddin Shaikh, his wife Kausar Bi, and aide Tulsiram Prajapati, dismissing appeals filed by Shaikh's brothers.

Criminal Arrested After Shootout with Police in Ballia, Uttar Pradesh

Criminal Arrested After Shootout with Police in Ballia, Uttar Pradesh

Rediff.com15 Mar 2026

Police in Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh, arrested a criminal with a Rs 25,000 reward on his head after an encounter. The criminal sustained a gunshot wound to his left leg during the exchange.

Chhattisgarh Encounter: Woman Naxalite Killed in Kanker District

Chhattisgarh Encounter: Woman Naxalite Killed in Kanker District

Rediff.com13 Apr 2026

A woman Naxalite was killed in an encounter with security personnel in Chhattisgarh's Kanker district during an anti-Naxalite operation.

Rape Accused Injured, Re-Arrested After Escaping Custody

Rape Accused Injured, Re-Arrested After Escaping Custody

Rediff.com25 Apr 2026

A rape accused who escaped from police custody at a Prayagraj hospital has been re-arrested in Pratapgarh district after sustaining injuries in a police encounter. The accused, Jalaluddin, was initially arrested for allegedly raping a two-year-old girl and later escaped while receiving treatment at a hospital.

Jharkhand Police Nab PLFI Chief Commander Amrit Horo

Jharkhand Police Nab PLFI Chief Commander Amrit Horo

Rediff.com29 May 2026

Jharkhand Police have arrested Amrit Horo, the chief commander of the banned People's Liberation Front of India (PLFI), who had a bounty of Rs 10 lakh on his head.

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.

Six Arrested After Man Shot Dead In Greater Noida

Six Arrested After Man Shot Dead In Greater Noida

Rediff.com21 May 2026

A 28-year-old man was fatally shot in Greater Noida by assailants on a motorcycle, leading to the arrest of six suspects, police reported. Two of the accused were apprehended after a police encounter. The motive behind the shooting is still under investigation.

Jhansi Man Rescued, Kidnappers Arrested After Police Chase

Jhansi Man Rescued, Kidnappers Arrested After Police Chase

Rediff.com9 Mar 2026

A 20-year-old man who was kidnapped in Jhansi has been rescued, and four suspects, including two juveniles, have been arrested following a police encounter. The kidnappers had demanded a ransom of 2 lakh for the victim's release.

UP Man Injured After Cake Smearing Argument Turns Deadly

UP Man Injured After Cake Smearing Argument Turns Deadly

Rediff.com27 Apr 2026

A birthday celebration in Bulandshahr turned deadly after an argument over smearing cake led to the murder of three family members. One of the accused was injured while attempting to escape police custody.

Man Killed In Mumbai Over Gangster's Death From 1997

Man Killed In Mumbai Over Gangster's Death From 1997

Rediff.com25 Apr 2026

Two men have been arrested in Mumbai for allegedly killing a 78-year-old man, suspecting him of being a police informant in a 1997 gangster encounter.

Uttarakhand Police Nab Two More Suspects in Retired Brigadier's Murder After Shootout

Uttarakhand Police Nab Two More Suspects in Retired Brigadier's Murder After Shootout

Rediff.com4 Apr 2026

Uttarakhand Police have arrested two more individuals involved in the murder of a retired Brigadier following an encounter. This brings the total number of arrests to nine, with one suspect still at large.

Jharkhand Police Nab PLFI Chief Commander Amrit Horo

Jharkhand Police Nab PLFI Chief Commander Amrit Horo

Rediff.com29 May 2026

Jharkhand Police have arrested Amrit Horo, the 'chief commander' of the banned People's Liberation Front of India (PLFI), a splinter group of the Maoists. Horo, who carried a bounty of Rs 10 lakh, was apprehended in a raid in the Mahugaon forest area.

NEET paper leak row: NTA floats Rs 7.5cr tender for security

NEET paper leak row: NTA floats Rs 7.5cr tender for security

Rediff.com3 Aug 2026

In response to the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak controversy, the NTA has initiated a significant security upgrade, floating a Rs 7.5 crore tender for comprehensive, round-the-clock security services to protect its critical infrastructure and confidential examination materials.

3 madrasas sealed in Ghaziabad after teenager's murder, 'Op Clean Sweep' launched

3 madrasas sealed in Ghaziabad after teenager's murder, 'Op Clean Sweep' launched

Rediff.com2 Jun 2026

Authorities in Ghaziabad intensified verification drives and sealed three unrecognised madrasas in the Khoda area following the murder of a 17-year-old boy. The incident has led to heightened security measures and a tense atmosphere in the locality.

Awarapan 2 Review: Emraan Hashmi Goes Massy

Awarapan 2 Review: Emraan Hashmi Goes Massy

Rediff.com14 Aug 2026

Awarapan 2 may give Emraan Hashmi the massy comeback his fans have been waiting for, but nostalgia can only do so much, notes Sreeju Sudhakaran.

Murder Suspect Arrested After Shootout In Delhi

Murder Suspect Arrested After Shootout In Delhi

Rediff.com30 Apr 2026

A murder suspect, accused of using minors to commit violent crimes, was arrested in Delhi after a shootout with police. The suspect, identified as Suraj, was apprehended after attempting to flee and firing at officers. He is linked to a recent murder case where a man was stabbed to death.

Naxalite Killed in Chhattisgarh Encounter Before Deadline to Eliminate Maoism

Naxalite Killed in Chhattisgarh Encounter Before Deadline to Eliminate Maoism

Rediff.com29 Mar 2026

A Naxalite was killed in an encounter with security forces in Chhattisgarh's Sukma district, just two days before the Centre's deadline to eliminate Maoism from the country.

History-Sheeter Arrested After Gunfight In Nuh

History-Sheeter Arrested After Gunfight In Nuh

Rediff.com25 Apr 2026

Nuh police apprehended a wanted history-sheeter after a brief encounter near a village. The criminal and a constable sustained leg injuries during the exchange of fire. Police recovered an illegal pistol and cartridges from the scene.

WB SIT reconstructs scene of minor's rape-murder in Baruipur

WB SIT reconstructs scene of minor's rape-murder in Baruipur

Rediff.com14 Jul 2026

A Special Investigation Team (SIT) has reconstructed the crime scene of a rape and murder case in Baruipur, West Bengal, with the three arrested accused. Forensic experts collected new samples, and the reconstruction aimed to verify statements and corroborate evidence. This follows a previous incident where another accused was killed during a similar reconstruction. The Chief Minister has assured personal monitoring of the investigation, and four separate cases have been registered related to the incident and subsequent events.