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How Gurugram Police Uncovered A Rs 78 Lakh Digital Arrest Fraud

How Gurugram Police Uncovered A Rs 78 Lakh Digital Arrest Fraud

Rediff.com6 Jun 2026

Gurugram police have arrested two individuals, Mohammad Saif Ali and Saurabh Kumar, for their involvement in a Rs 78 lakh digital arrest cyber fraud. The victim was coerced into transferring money after being intimidated by a scammer posing as a police officer. Investigations revealed that one of the accused's bank accounts, used to receive defrauded funds, was linked to 52 other fraudulent transactions.

Delhi Police Busts Fake Cops Who Robbed Man Of Rs 50 Lakh

Delhi Police Busts Fake Cops Who Robbed Man Of Rs 50 Lakh

Rediff.com11 May 2026

Delhi Police have arrested three members of a gang posing as police officers who robbed a Rajasthan resident of Rs 50 lakh in Delhi's Pitampura area. Police recovered Rs 33.5 lakh in cash and the motorcycle used in the crime.

Pakistan: Gunmen Ambush Police Convoy, Kill Two Suspects

Pakistan: Gunmen Ambush Police Convoy, Kill Two Suspects

Rediff.com8 Jun 2026

Unidentified gunmen attacked a police vehicle in Pakistan's Hangu district, killing two under-custody suspects and injuring a police constable. The suspects were being transported to jail for a kidnapping, rape, and murder case when their convoy was ambushed.

Op Sonam Wangchuk: How new Delhi Police chief oversaw 1st major action

Op Sonam Wangchuk: How new Delhi Police chief oversaw 1st major action

Rediff.com18 Jul 2026

Activist Sonam Wangchuk was shifted to Safdarjung Hospital after his health deteriorated during his 21-day indefinite hunger strike, marking the first significant action under new Delhi Police Commissioner Anurag Kumar.

Keralam shocker: Girl, 13, plots kin's murder, 3 minor boys execute killing

Keralam shocker: Girl, 13, plots kin's murder, 3 minor boys execute killing

Rediff.com19 Aug 2026

A 13-year-old girl in Keralam is suspected of playing a key role in the murder of her elderly relative, Sivankutty, with her minor boyfriend and two friends allegedly carrying out the crime. The teenagers reportedly planned the murder to steal gold and money for a high-end mobile phone and a motorbike. The boyfriend allegedly made a video call to the girl during the assault, showing her the killing. All four minors have been apprehended, and investigations are ongoing, with a possible 'bad touch' revenge motive also being explored alongside the primary theft motive.

Nepal floods: MEA sets up round-the-clock control room in Delhi

Nepal floods: MEA sets up round-the-clock control room in Delhi

Rediff.com27 Aug 2026

In view of the flood situation in Nepal, the ninistry of external affairs has set up a round-the-clock control room here to assist people.

Gurugram: Neighbour's camera catches assault on domestic help; woman booked

Gurugram: Neighbour's camera catches assault on domestic help; woman booked

Rediff.com10 Aug 2026

A woman in Gurugram has been booked by police after a viral video showed her allegedly assaulting her domestic help inside a luxury apartment. Police took suo motu cognisance of the incident despite the domestic help not filing a complaint.

Police Fire In Air During BJP Councillor's Arrest

Police Fire In Air During BJP Councillor's Arrest

Rediff.com10 Jun 2026

BJP councillor Sugathan was arrested in Thiruvananthapuram under the Kerala Anti-Social Activities (Prevention) Act (KAAPA) after the Kerala High Court denied him anticipatory bail. The arrest involved police firing in the air to disperse a crowd obstructing the process, leading to new charges against Sugathan for assaulting officers. His family, however, alleges police used excessive force.

Three more held in Kolkata NEET protest violence case; 14 arrests so far

Three more held in Kolkata NEET protest violence case; 14 arrests so far

Rediff.com26 Jul 2026

Three more persons were arrested on Sunday in connection with the violence during a protest here two days ago against the NEET paper leak, taking the total number of apprehended people to 14, the police said.

Police Accused Of Harassment In Etah Scooter Incident

Police Accused Of Harassment In Etah Scooter Incident

Rediff.com22 May 2026

Two women in Etah, Uttar Pradesh, allege they were chased and threatened by policemen in a car while riding a scooter. The incident is under investigation after a video went viral on social media.

Jharkhand protests: 3 FIRs filed against 39 named, 900 unnamed people

Jharkhand protests: 3 FIRs filed against 39 named, 900 unnamed people

Rediff.com23 Aug 2026

Three FIRs have been lodged against 39 named and more than 900 unnamed people in connection with clashes that broke out between the police and protesting job aspirants in Jharkhand's Giridih and Hazaribag, officials said on Sunday.

Gurugram Police Cracks Down On Illegal Bangladeshi Residents

Gurugram Police Cracks Down On Illegal Bangladeshi Residents

Rediff.com10 Jun 2026

Gurugram police have launched a special verification drive to identify and take legal action against Bangladeshi nationals residing unlawfully in the city. The campaign involves checking documents in various residential and commercial areas, with an appeal for public cooperation.

Police Bust Illegal Arms Factory In Jharkhand

Police Bust Illegal Arms Factory In Jharkhand

Rediff.com7 May 2026

A joint operation by Sahibganj police and Bihar STF led to the discovery of an illegal mini-arms factory in Jharkhand, resulting in the arrest of the main accused and seizure of weapons and equipment.

Tension near Taj Mahal as Hindu group attempts entry for religious rituals

Tension near Taj Mahal as Hindu group attempts entry for religious rituals

Rediff.com4 Aug 2026

Members of the Akhil Bharat Hindu Mahasabha were stopped by police while attempting to enter the Taj Mahal with kanwars to perform religious rituals, claiming the monument is a Shiva temple. They were redirected to a different temple to perform their worship.

Delhi Police Nab Four Minors In Attempted Robbery Case

Delhi Police Nab Four Minors In Attempted Robbery Case

Rediff.com2 Jun 2026

Delhi Police have apprehended four minors for allegedly attempting to rob a man and stabbing him in Sultanpur Majra. The incident occurred on May 29, and the police recovered two knives used in the crime.

Kerala Rights Body Orders Payout In Police Pepper Spray Case

Kerala Rights Body Orders Payout In Police Pepper Spray Case

Rediff.com20 May 2026

The Kerala State Human Rights Commission has directed the state government to pay Rs 50,000 in compensation to a man who alleged that a sub-inspector sprayed a liquid, suspected to be pepper spray, into his eyes at a police station in Thiruvananthapuram.

High Court Expresses Concern Over Police Handling Of Missing Minor Girls

High Court Expresses Concern Over Police Handling Of Missing Minor Girls

Rediff.com8 Jun 2026

The Allahabad High Court's Lucknow bench has expressed serious concern over the rising number of missing minor girls in the state capital, directing senior police officers to ensure effective monitoring and accountability in such cases. The court ordered a detailed report from the DCP (East) and sought explanations from the Police Commissioner, stressing the need for vigilance.

Rajasthan local body polls hit by EVM snags; voter turnout touches 70%

Rajasthan local body polls hit by EVM snags; voter turnout touches 70%

Rediff.com12 Sep 2026

The second and final phase of urban local body elections in Rajasthan was marked by EVM-related glitches and voter issues, with a 57.38 per cent turnout recorded by 3 pm. Prominent leaders like Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma, and former Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot cast their votes, while several incidents of disputes and alleged bogus voting were reported across various polling stations.

Police Drop Attempted Murder Charge Against KSU Activists

Police Drop Attempted Murder Charge Against KSU Activists

Rediff.com11 Jun 2026

Kerala Police have dropped attempted murder charges against Kerala Students' Union (KSU) activists accused of assaulting former Health Minister Veena George, citing lack of evidence. The charge sheet, filed after a detailed investigation including CCTV footage review, retains other offences like unlawful assembly and voluntarily causing hurt.

Kunal Kamra cancels shows after opposition from Hindutva activists

Kunal Kamra cancels shows after opposition from Hindutva activists

Rediff.com3 Aug 2026

Stand-up comedian Kunal Kamra has cancelled his scheduled shows in Whitefield, Bengaluru, following strong opposition from Hindutva activists who cited threats to law and order and alleged disrespect to Hindu deities. Kamra has shifted the shows to a different venue in Koramangala.

'Bad uncle' gave chocolates: 3-yr-old sexually abused by school bus driver

'Bad uncle' gave chocolates: 3-yr-old sexually abused by school bus driver

Rediff.com31 Aug 2026

A three-year-old nursery student in Delhi was allegedly sexually assaulted by her school bus driver, leading to his arrest. Police have formed a Special Investigation Team (SIT) and issued an advisory to schools regarding staff verification and vehicle use.

Ancient well found under demolished mosque in Saharanpur

Ancient well found under demolished mosque in Saharanpur

Rediff.com6 Sep 2026

A nearly 20-foot-deep well, estimated to be a century old, was discovered beneath the debris of a recently demolished mosque on the Saharanpur collectorate premises. The Archaeological Survey of India has been informed to assess its historical significance, while police remain deployed at the site.

How Odisha Police Nabbed Six Robbers In Hours

How Odisha Police Nabbed Six Robbers In Hours

Rediff.com11 Jun 2026

Odisha Police swiftly arrested six individuals involved in a gunpoint robbery in Sundargarh district, recovering the looted cash and other items. The accused had stolen Rs 1.10 lakh from a dispensary-cum-residence before being apprehended through a coordinated police effort.

2 dead, 130 'Govindas' injured in Dahi Handi festivities in Maha

2 dead, 130 'Govindas' injured in Dahi Handi festivities in Maha

Rediff.com5 Sep 2026

Dahi Handi celebrations in Maharashtra turned tragic with two fatalities and over 130 'Govindas' injured. A seven-year-old boy died in Mumbai after a brick column collapsed, while a woman was crushed by an iron frame in Pune. Authorities are investigating the incidents, and political leaders have urged for safety during the festivities.

Assam: Protests Erupt Over NH-27 Accident Deaths

Assam: Protests Erupt Over NH-27 Accident Deaths

Rediff.com3 Sep 2026

'This accident was waiting to happen. It could have been averted if the authorities had acted in time.'

How Delhi Traffic Police Apprehended Two Mobile Snatchers

How Delhi Traffic Police Apprehended Two Mobile Snatchers

Rediff.com7 Jun 2026

Traffic police in southeast Delhi apprehended two suspected mobile snatchers, Muneer Hussain and Azhar Ali, after a chase. Two stolen mobile phones, including an iPhone 15, were recovered, and both suspects have prior criminal records.

Madhya Pradesh's hooch tragedy has a UP connection

Madhya Pradesh's hooch tragedy has a UP connection

Rediff.com7 Sep 2026

A hooch tragedy in Sagar, Madhya Pradesh, has claimed 11 lives, with investigations pointing to a suspected link with cheaper spurious liquor supplied from neighbouring Uttar Pradesh. This incident echoes previous tragedies in the Bundelkhand region, highlighting the ongoing issue of cross-border alcohol trade.

'What May Be Justice For You May Be Injustice For Me'

'What May Be Justice For You May Be Injustice For Me'

Rediff.com2 Sep 2026

'What Daayra tries to do is explore the greys because everything is not black and white.'

38 men booked for molesting activist during Ranchi student protests

38 men booked for molesting activist during Ranchi student protests

Rediff.com25 Aug 2026

A case has been filed against 38 individuals, including 8 named persons, for allegedly molesting a female member of the JPSC-JSSC Reforms Manch during a protest in Ranchi on August 21. The complaint was lodged by the victim, accompanied by BJP's Babulal Marandi, at Kotwali police station, with charges including molestation and other sections of the BNS. The incident occurred during a procession against recruitment examination irregularities.

Hyderabad SI faces action after video shows his granddaughter driving car

Hyderabad SI faces action after video shows his granddaughter driving car

Rediff.com13 Jul 2026

A sub-inspector in Hyderabad has been booked after a video went viral showing him allowing his minor granddaughter to drive a car. The incident led to a case being registered under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita and Motor Vehicles Act, with the Telangana DGP calling for the officer's suspension and a departmental enquiry.

Row as MLA alleges hospital mortuary staff sexually abused female corpses

Row as MLA alleges hospital mortuary staff sexually abused female corpses

Rediff.com10 Sep 2026

A Congress MLA in Madhya Pradesh has sparked a major controversy by alleging that staff at Rewa's Sanjay Gandhi Memorial Hospital mortuary sexually abused the corpses of "beautiful" women and extorted money for post-mortems. The hospital administration has vehemently denied these claims as baseless, while the MLA insists an investigation will reveal the truth, citing a past incident where employees were sacked for irregularities.

Odisha man cuts off tongue outside Kali temple; critical

Odisha man cuts off tongue outside Kali temple; critical

Rediff.com2 Aug 2026

A man in Odisha's Ganjam district allegedly cut off his tongue with a knife outside a Kali temple. Police suspect a family dispute may be the reason for the incident, and the man is currently in stable condition.

Thiruvananthapuram Autorickshaw Drivers Protest Alleged Police Brutality

Thiruvananthapuram Autorickshaw Drivers Protest Alleged Police Brutality

Rediff.com11 Apr 2026

Autorickshaw drivers in Thiruvananthapuram staged a brief strike following the alleged assault of a driver by a railway police officer. The strike was called off after assurances of action.

NTA gets two new directors amid reforms following NEET fiasco

NTA gets two new directors amid reforms following NEET fiasco

Rediff.com28 Aug 2026

The Centre has appointed two directors and a joint director to the National Testing Agency (NTA) amidst ongoing reforms and scrutiny over issues like the NEET paper leak. These appointments are part of a broader overhaul of the NTA's examination system.

Brydon Carse out of Pakistan Test amid ECB probe

Brydon Carse out of Pakistan Test amid ECB probe

Rediff.com24 Aug 2026

England fast bowler Brydon Carse has been dropped from the squad for the second Test against Pakistan following an investigation by the Cricket Regulator into an incident at a club in Derby. Carse, who was reportedly seen in handcuffs but not arrested or charged, will be replaced by Sonny Baker. This incident follows a series of off-field controversies involving England cricketers, prompting renewed scrutiny of player conduct.

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.

Delhi hotel fire: Police reconstruct sequence of events, question staff

Delhi hotel fire: Police reconstruct sequence of events, question staff

Rediff.com4 Jun 2026

Delhi Police are investigating a deadly hotel fire in Malviya Nagar that killed 21 people, arresting the owner and probing alleged violations of building norms, fire safety lapses, and illegal construction. The hotel reportedly operated more rooms than permitted and lacked a fire NOC.

Kerala Police Meet Ramesh Chennithala Amid Home Minister Speculation

Kerala Police Meet Ramesh Chennithala Amid Home Minister Speculation

Rediff.com17 May 2026

Top Kerala police officers met with Congress leader Ramesh Chennithala amid speculation he will be the next Home Minister, discussing security for the swearing-in ceremony.

7 Scams That Can Empty Your Bank Account

7 Scams That Can Empty Your Bank Account

Rediff.com7 days ago

A frozen phone screen, a fake customer-care call, a screen-sharing request or even a duplicate SIM can give cybercriminals a route into your bank account.

5 killed in PG building collapse in Delhi, several trapped; owner absconding

5 killed in PG building collapse in Delhi, several trapped; owner absconding

Rediff.com6 Sep 2026

A five-storey boys' paying guest (PG) accommodation in Satya Niketan, South Delhi, collapsed, resulting in one fatality and trapping several individuals. Rescue operations are ongoing in the congested area, with locals citing ongoing basement construction and the building's age as potential factors.