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Bihar Excise and Railway Police Clash Over Liquor Raid at Katihar Station

Bihar Excise and Railway Police Clash Over Liquor Raid at Katihar Station

Rediff.com20 Mar 2026

A clash occurred between Excise & Prohibition Department officials and GRP personnel at Katihar railway station in Bihar over a liquor raid, resulting in injuries and investigations by both sides.

IIT-Kharagpur Student Dies In Suspected Suicide

IIT-Kharagpur Student Dies In Suspected Suicide

Rediff.com18 Apr 2026

A 21-year-old IIT-Kharagpur student was found dead on campus, with police suspecting a suicide.

Food Delivery Agent Killed In Delhi After Late-Night Dispute

Food Delivery Agent Killed In Delhi After Late-Night Dispute

Rediff.com26 Apr 2026

A food delivery agent was fatally shot in Delhi following a late-night argument, with his friend also injured. Police are investigating the incident and searching for the accused, who is allegedly a Delhi Police head constable.

Delhi IRS officer's daughter raped, murdered by ex-domestic help

Delhi IRS officer's daughter raped, murdered by ex-domestic help

Rediff.com23 Apr 2026

The 22-year-old daughter of an IRS officer was allegedly raped and murdered at her Delhi residence. Police suspect a former domestic help, who is currently absconding.

Law Students Face Charges Over Ragging Allegations In Pune

Law Students Face Charges Over Ragging Allegations In Pune

Rediff.com27 Apr 2026

Police in Pune have registered a case against five law students for allegedly ragging a junior, following a complaint initially lodged with the college authorities in 2024. The FIR was filed after the complainant escalated the matter through the UGC's anti-ragging mechanism.

Bengaluru Man Arrested Over 'Zombie Drug' Video Misinformation

Bengaluru Man Arrested Over 'Zombie Drug' Video Misinformation

Rediff.com10 Apr 2026

A man in Bengaluru was arrested for uploading a misleading video claiming a person was under the influence of a 'zombie drug,' leading to public panic and misinformation.

Family Protests, Demands CBI Probe Into Woman's Death

Family Protests, Demands CBI Probe Into Woman's Death

Rediff.com18 May 2026

Relatives and friends of Twisha Sharma, a 33-year-old woman found dead in Bhopal, held a protest in Delhi demanding a CBI investigation into her death, alleging foul play and irregularities in the initial post-mortem examination.

Delhi Cop Used Recently Issued Pistol In Killing

Delhi Cop Used Recently Issued Pistol In Killing

Rediff.com27 Apr 2026

A Delhi Police head constable, Neeraj Balhara, allegedly used his recently issued Glock service pistol to kill a 21-year-old delivery agent in Jaffarpur Kalan. Balhara has been apprehended, and an investigation is underway.

One Dead, Five Injured As Car Rams E-Rickshaw In Delhi

One Dead, Five Injured As Car Rams E-Rickshaw In Delhi

Rediff.com25 Apr 2026

A speeding car collided with an e-rickshaw in Delhi's Model Town, resulting in one death and injuries to five others. The driver of the car has been taken into custody, and a medical examination is being conducted.

Sobha Surendran Responds to 'Cash-for-Vote' Claims in Kerala Assembly Polls

Sobha Surendran Responds to 'Cash-for-Vote' Claims in Kerala Assembly Polls

Rediff.com10 Apr 2026

BJP leader Sobha Surendran appeared before the District Returning Officer in Kerala to address allegations of offering cash for votes during the recent Assembly polls. The controversy stems from a video allegedly showing money being exchanged, leading to complaints from both Congress and Surendran herself.

Sobha Surendran Responds to 'Cash-for-Vote' Claims in Kerala Assembly Polls

Sobha Surendran Responds to 'Cash-for-Vote' Claims in Kerala Assembly Polls

Rediff.com10 Apr 2026

BJP leader Sobha Surendran appeared before the District Returning Officer in Kerala to give her statement regarding the 'cash-for-vote' allegation against her during the Assembly polls.

Five workers killed in MP firecracker factory blast; owner held

Five workers killed in MP firecracker factory blast; owner held

Rediff.com15 May 2026

An explosion at a firecracker factory in Madhya Pradesh's Dewas district resulted in multiple fatalities and injuries, prompting investigations and government action.

Pratapgarh Jail Staff Suspended After Inmate Dies from Burns

Pratapgarh Jail Staff Suspended After Inmate Dies from Burns

Rediff.com11 Apr 2026

Three jail personnel, including a deputy jailor, have been suspended following the death of an inmate at the district jail in Pratapgarh, Uttar Pradesh. The inmate, an undertrial prisoner facing rape and POCSO charges, died from burn injuries sustained under suspicious circumstances.

Jharkhand Officials Arrested in Multi-Million Embezzlement Scheme

Jharkhand Officials Arrested in Multi-Million Embezzlement Scheme

Rediff.com9 Apr 2026

Three treasury employees in Hazaribag, Jharkhand, have been arrested for allegedly embezzling Rs 15.41 crore from government bank accounts over eight years, prompting criticism from the opposition BJP.

Delhi Cop Accused Of Murder After Casteist Slurs

Delhi Cop Accused Of Murder After Casteist Slurs

Rediff.com26 Apr 2026

A 21-year-old youth was killed and his friend injured after a Delhi Police head constable allegedly opened fire following an altercation involving casteist slurs. The family of the deceased has demanded justice and the immediate arrest of the accused.

I commited a crime, made a mistake, says Delhi murder accused

I commited a crime, made a mistake, says Delhi murder accused

Rediff.com23 Apr 2026

A Delhi court has remanded Rahul Meena, accused of murdering the daughter of a senior IRS officer, to four days of police custody. The accused admitted to committing a crime and a mistake, claiming he needed the deceased's fingerprints to open a locker.

Woman Allegedly Strangles Daughter, Attempts Suicide In Rajasthan

Woman Allegedly Strangles Daughter, Attempts Suicide In Rajasthan

Rediff.com17 Apr 2026

A four-year-old girl was allegedly strangled to death by her mother in Rajasthan's Alwar district, police said. The mother then attempted suicide by slitting her wrists. Police are investigating the incident.

The NEET Math That Encourages Cheating

The NEET Math That Encourages Cheating

Rediff.com15 May 2026

'22 students are fighting over 35,000 seats. In that situation, when someone tells a desperate parent there is a shortcut, and the shortcut costs Rs 3 to Rs 5 lakh versus Rs 1.5 crore -- the maths is seductive.'

Jharkhand Finance Minister Orders Investigation into Treasury Fraud

Jharkhand Finance Minister Orders Investigation into Treasury Fraud

Rediff.com10 Apr 2026

Jharkhand's Finance Minister has ordered a statewide investigation into alleged fraudulent salary withdrawals from government treasuries, following reports of irregularities in multiple districts.

Delhi woman stabbed to death while trying to save husband from attackers

Delhi woman stabbed to death while trying to save husband from attackers

Rediff.com19 Apr 2026

A 32-year-old woman was stabbed to death and her husband seriously injured in an attack by unidentified assailants in Delhi's Adarsh Nagar area.

Delhi Man's Suicide in Guest House Follows Argument with Partner

Delhi Man's Suicide in Guest House Follows Argument with Partner

Rediff.com16 Apr 2026

A 28-year-old man was found dead in a Delhi guest house after an argument with his partner. Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the apparent suicide.

HC directs Maha to pay for unlawful handcuffing of lawyer, ex-serviceman

HC directs Maha to pay for unlawful handcuffing of lawyer, ex-serviceman

Rediff.com23 Apr 2026

The Bombay High Court has directed the Maharashtra government to compensate a lawyer and an ex-serviceman, Rs 50,000 each, for being unlawfully handcuffed by police, deeming it a 'humiliation'. The court emphasised the need to uphold the police motto of protecting the good and punishing the evil.

Delhi Woman Faces Charges for Allegedly Fabricating POCSO Complaint Against Father

Delhi Woman Faces Charges for Allegedly Fabricating POCSO Complaint Against Father

Rediff.com17 Apr 2026

A woman in Delhi has been booked for allegedly filing a false complaint under the POCSO Act against her father, with police indicating the allegation stemmed from a property dispute.

NEET paper leak: 5 remanded in CBI custody, 2 more arrested

NEET paper leak: 5 remanded in CBI custody, 2 more arrested

Rediff.com14 May 2026

The CBI has taken custody of five individuals arrested in connection with the NEET-UG exam leak and apprehended two more suspects. The agency is investigating the potential involvement of insiders within the National Testing Agency (NTA). Protests continue across the country, demanding accountability and reforms in the examination process.

Tragedy in Patel Nagar: 11-Year-Old Dies After Being Hit by Bus

Tragedy in Patel Nagar: 11-Year-Old Dies After Being Hit by Bus

Rediff.com12 Apr 2026

An 11-year-old girl died after being struck by a bus in the Patel Nagar area of Delhi. Police have arrested the bus driver and seized the vehicle as investigations continue.

Chhattisgarh Government Suspends IG Over Misconduct Allegations

Chhattisgarh Government Suspends IG Over Misconduct Allegations

Rediff.com26 Mar 2026

The Chhattisgarh government has suspended Inspector General of Police Ratan Lal Dangi following a complaint of harassment and financial irregularities. The suspension is due to alleged violations of service conduct rules and unbecoming behaviour.

Man Arrested For Killing Daughter To Avoid 'Social Stigma'

Man Arrested For Killing Daughter To Avoid 'Social Stigma'

Rediff.com20 Apr 2026

A man in Lucknow and his accomplice have been arrested for allegedly strangling his minor daughter to death, disfiguring her face with acid, and dumping her body near a canal. The crime was motivated by suspicion about the girl's activities and fear of social stigma, according to police.

IIT Kharagpur Student Death Raises Mental Health Concerns

IIT Kharagpur Student Death Raises Mental Health Concerns

Rediff.com29 Apr 2026

A 22-year-old M Tech student was found dead in his hostel room at IIT Kharagpur, marking the second such incident in 10 days and raising concerns about mental health support for students.

Tragedy In Jharkhand: Woman And Daughters Drown

Tragedy In Jharkhand: Woman And Daughters Drown

Rediff.com19 Apr 2026

A woman and her two daughters drowned in a pond in Jharkhand's Chatra district while washing clothes, after the younger daughter slipped into deep water and the mother and elder daughter attempted a rescue.

Accountant Embezzles Over Rs 6 Crore from Bokaro Treasury

Accountant Embezzles Over Rs 6 Crore from Bokaro Treasury

Rediff.com10 Apr 2026

An accountant in Bokaro district, India, has been arrested for allegedly embezzling over Rs 6 crore from the treasury's salary disbursement account. Investigations are ongoing to determine the full extent of the fraud.

Vijay to take oath as TN CM on Sunday; vote of confidence by May 13

Vijay to take oath as TN CM on Sunday; vote of confidence by May 13

Rediff.com9 May 2026

Vijay was appointed CM after he presented letters of support from the VCK and the IUML who have two MLAs each.

Law Students Face Charges Over Pune Ragging Incident

Law Students Face Charges Over Pune Ragging Incident

Rediff.com26 Apr 2026

Five students from a law college in Pune have been booked for allegedly ragging a junior student. The FIR was registered after the complainant escalated the matter to the UGC following dissatisfaction with the college's initial investigation.

Army Brigadier and Son Assaulted in Delhi After Objecting to Public Drinking

Army Brigadier and Son Assaulted in Delhi After Objecting to Public Drinking

Rediff.com13 Apr 2026

An Army brigadier and his son were allegedly assaulted in Delhi after the officer objected to public drinking near their home. Police have registered an FIR and initiated an inquiry into the incident.

Kannur Dental College Probes Faculty After Student's Suicide Amidst Harassment Claims

Kannur Dental College Probes Faculty After Student's Suicide Amidst Harassment Claims

Rediff.com12 Apr 2026

Police in Kannur, Kerala, are investigating faculty members at Kannur Dental College following the death of a first-year student, Nithin Raj RL, who allegedly died by suicide after facing emotional harassment. The college has suspended two faculty members and initiated an internal inquiry.

Tragedy In UP: Woman, Daughter Killed By Train

Tragedy In UP: Woman, Daughter Killed By Train

Rediff.com17 Apr 2026

A woman and her three-year-old daughter died after being hit by a train in Amethi, Uttar Pradesh. Her son was critically injured in the incident.

Three-Year-Old Dies Allegedly Beaten by Stepmother in UP

Three-Year-Old Dies Allegedly Beaten by Stepmother in UP

Rediff.com8 Apr 2026

A three-year-old girl has died in Bulandshahr, Uttar Pradesh, allegedly after being beaten by her stepmother. Police have arrested the stepmother and are investigating the incident.

Politician Drives Tractor Onto Cricket Pitch After Invitation Snub

Politician Drives Tractor Onto Cricket Pitch After Invitation Snub

Rediff.com20 Apr 2026

A cricket tournament final in Maharashtra's Jalgaon district was disrupted when a local politician allegedly drove a tractor onto the pitch, vandalising it due to anger over not being invited to the event.

Maharashtra Official Booked for Alleged Molestation of Minor During Scholarship Enquiry

Maharashtra Official Booked for Alleged Molestation of Minor During Scholarship Enquiry

Rediff.com3 Apr 2026

A Palghar Zilla Parishad employee has been booked for allegedly molesting a minor girl under the guise of providing information about a scholarship programme. Police have registered a case under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita and the POCSO Act, and an inquiry has been promised.

Bengaluru Student Dies After Failing Exams: A Suicide Investigation

Bengaluru Student Dies After Failing Exams: A Suicide Investigation

Rediff.com10 Apr 2026

A 17-year-old student in Bengaluru allegedly died by suicide after failing three subjects in her Pre-University Course exams. Police are investigating the incident.

Karnataka Realtor Killed in Drive-By Shooting; Family Dispute Suspected

Karnataka Realtor Killed in Drive-By Shooting; Family Dispute Suspected

Rediff.com15 Apr 2026

A 48-year-old realtor, Raju Kare, was shot dead in Vijayapura, Karnataka, after his vehicle was rammed by assailants. Police suspect a family property dispute as the motive and are investigating.