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Delhi Police Busts Fake Industrial Bearings Manufacturing Unit

Delhi Police Busts Fake Industrial Bearings Manufacturing Unit

Rediff.com18 May 2026

Delhi Police busted two workshops in Farash Khana involved in manufacturing and selling counterfeit industrial bearings under the trademarks of reputed brands, arresting two individuals and seizing a large quantity of fake bearings and equipment.

Police Investigate Death At Roorkee De-Addiction Centre

Police Investigate Death At Roorkee De-Addiction Centre

Rediff.com14 May 2026

Police in Roorkee are investigating the death of a 39-year-old man at a de-addiction centre, treating it as a suspicious murder case. The victim, who was undergoing treatment at the facility, was found with his throat slit, prompting a thorough investigation involving forensic analysis and questioning of staff and inmates.

Chhattisgarh Double Murder: Elderly Couple Found Dead In Village Home

Chhattisgarh Double Murder: Elderly Couple Found Dead In Village Home

Rediff.com3 Jun 2026

An elderly couple, Purushottam Khunte (70) and Goharini Bai (55), were found brutally murdered at their home in Seduras village, Sakti district, Chhattisgarh. Police have launched an investigation, deploying forensic teams and a dog squad, and are exploring all possible angles to identify the assailants.

Sultanpur Police Inspector Shot: Accidental Discharge Under Investigation

Sultanpur Police Inspector Shot: Accidental Discharge Under Investigation

Rediff.com30 Mar 2026

A police inspector in Sultanpur, Uttar Pradesh, sustained a gunshot injury, with initial investigations suggesting an accidental discharge of his licensed firearm. Senior police officials are investigating the incident.

Raipur Woman Constable Suicide: Police Investigate Circumstances

Raipur Woman Constable Suicide: Police Investigate Circumstances

Rediff.com12 Apr 2026

A woman constable was found dead in her residence in Raipur, Chhattisgarh, with police investigating the circumstances surrounding her death, which appears to be a suicide.

Palghar Rape Case Sparks Outrage; Official Assures Support

Palghar Rape Case Sparks Outrage; Official Assures Support

Rediff.com6 May 2026

A 13-year-old rape survivor in Palghar district was visited by an official, sparking outrage and calls for stricter laws and swift justice in the case.

Retired Nurse Duped Of Rs 90 Lakh In 'Digital Arrest' Scam

Retired Nurse Duped Of Rs 90 Lakh In 'Digital Arrest' Scam

Rediff.com24 May 2026

A 72-year-old retired nurse in Nagpur was cheated of Rs 90.65 lakh by cyber criminals who kept her under 'digital arrest' for several weeks, police said.

Deadly Attack On Pakistan Police Post Kills 15

Deadly Attack On Pakistan Police Post Kills 15

Rediff.com10 May 2026

At least 15 security officials were killed and several were injured in a suicide attack and ambush at a police post in Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province.

More than 700 T'gana docs lose Rs 30 cr to cyber frauds since Sep 2024

More than 700 T'gana docs lose Rs 30 cr to cyber frauds since Sep 2024

Rediff.com16 Jun 2026

Over 700 doctors in Telangana have collectively lost nearly Rs 30 crore to various cyber frauds since September 2024, prompting the Telangana Cyber Security Bureau to hold an awareness meeting for healthcare professionals. Business and investment frauds accounted for the largest share of losses.

Mizoram Police Seize Over 1.5 Kg Heroin, Arrest Five In Major Drug Bust

Mizoram Police Seize Over 1.5 Kg Heroin, Arrest Five In Major Drug Bust

Rediff.com3 Jun 2026

Law enforcement agencies in Mizoram conducted two significant anti-narcotics operations, resulting in the seizure of over 1.5 kilograms of heroin with an estimated street value exceeding Rs 3.3 crore. Five individuals were arrested in connection with these operations, which involved inter-state drug trafficking routes from Manipur and within Mizoram to Assam.

Stone Pelting After Clash Over Buddha Statue Installation In UP

Stone Pelting After Clash Over Buddha Statue Installation In UP

Rediff.com28 May 2026

A clash erupted in a Uttar Pradesh village over the attempted installation of a Lord Buddha statue without administrative permission, leading to stone-pelting on police and revenue officials. Several police personnel were injured, and two people have been detained.

Notorious Gangster Injured In Gunfight With Odisha Police

Notorious Gangster Injured In Gunfight With Odisha Police

Rediff.com17 May 2026

A notorious gangster, wanted in 14 criminal cases, was injured in a gunfight with the police in Odisha's Sambalpur district. The incident occurred during vehicle checking when the gangster's car was signalled to stop, leading to a chase and exchange of fire.

UP Police Nab Drug Trafficker, Seize Cough Syrup Worth Crores

UP Police Nab Drug Trafficker, Seize Cough Syrup Worth Crores

Rediff.com20 May 2026

The Uttar Pradesh Anti-Narcotics Task Force (ANTF) has arrested an alleged drug trafficker in Mirzapur and seized over 13,000 bottles of illegal codeine-based cough syrup worth approximately Rs 1.6 crore.

Aligarh Businessman Found Dead; Police Investigate Murder

Aligarh Businessman Found Dead; Police Investigate Murder

Rediff.com22 Apr 2026

A local businessman, Narottam Singh, was found murdered in an under-construction house in Aligarh. Police have launched an investigation and arrested two suspects for questioning.

60-day prohibitory orders in Dharmatala ahead of TMC's July 21 rally

60-day prohibitory orders in Dharmatala ahead of TMC's July 21 rally

Rediff.com1 days ago

The Kolkata police on Tuesday imposed prohibitory orders under Section 163 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS) in the Dharmatala area, including the traditional venue of Trinamool Congress' annual July 21 Martyrs' Day rally, for 60 days, citing intelligence inputs about possible violent demonstrations that could disrupt public order and traffic.

How Matrimonial Fraudster Cheated Over 25 Vulnerable Women

How Matrimonial Fraudster Cheated Over 25 Vulnerable Women

Rediff.com12 Jun 2026

Anujkumar Chandraprakash Trivedi has been arrested in Uttar Pradesh for allegedly defrauding over 25 vulnerable women across multiple states. Posing as a prospective groom through matrimonial ads, he cheated them of crores of rupees, often targeting physically challenged individuals and divorcees. His son is also implicated in the fraudulent activities.

Speeding Car Kills E-Rickshaw Driver In Kurla

Speeding Car Kills E-Rickshaw Driver In Kurla

Rediff.com1 Jun 2026

A man was killed in Kurla's Nehru Nagar area after a speeding car rammed into his e-rickshaw and three parked vehicles. The driver fled after taking the injured victim to hospital, where he was declared dead.

Thane Police Arrest 23 In Major Anti-Drug Drive

Thane Police Arrest 23 In Major Anti-Drug Drive

Rediff.com30 Apr 2026

Thane police arrested 23 people, including two foreign nationals, and seized narcotics worth nearly 1.4 crore during a week-long anti-drug campaign.

10 children rescued from Nagpur madrasa after abuse attempt on teen

10 children rescued from Nagpur madrasa after abuse attempt on teen

Rediff.com23 Jun 2026

The police have registered a case against a Nagpur madrasa teacher's male friend for allegedly attempting to sexually assault a minor boy, and rescued 10 children from the facility, officials said on Tuesday.

Kolkata Police DC Arrested In Sona Pappu Network Fraud Case

Kolkata Police DC Arrested In Sona Pappu Network Fraud Case

Rediff.com14 May 2026

Kolkata Police Deputy Commissioner Shantanu Sinha Biswas has been arrested by the Enforcement Directorate in connection with a fraud and extortion case linked to the Sona Pappu network.

Mathura Cop Transferred After Misbehaving With Minor, Youth

Mathura Cop Transferred After Misbehaving With Minor, Youth

Rediff.com21 May 2026

A sub-inspector in Mathura has been transferred and an inquiry ordered after videos surfaced showing him allegedly misbehaving with a minor boy and a youth. The incident sparked public outcry and prompted a departmental investigation.

Man Arrested For Using Forged Document To Renew Gun Licence

Man Arrested For Using Forged Document To Renew Gun Licence

Rediff.com30 May 2026

A 36-year-old man has been arrested in Mumbai for allegedly submitting a fake Police Clearance Certificate to renew a firearm licence.

Delhi Man Shot Dead; Police Suspect Revenge Killing

Delhi Man Shot Dead; Police Suspect Revenge Killing

Rediff.com20 May 2026

A 22-year-old man was shot dead in northeast Delhi, with police suspecting the killing to be a revenge attack related to his brother's murder case.

Security tightened in Delhi ahead of Cockroach Janta Party protest

Security tightened in Delhi ahead of Cockroach Janta Party protest

Rediff.com6 Jun 2026

Delhi Police has intensified security across the city, especially at Indira Gandhi International (IGI) Airport and border points, in anticipation of a protest called by the digital outfit Cockroach Janta Party (CJP). Over 1,000 personnel have been deployed, and senior officers have reviewed arrangements to maintain law and order and ensure public safety.

Man Nabbed For Stealing Police Vehicle From Station Compound

Man Nabbed For Stealing Police Vehicle From Station Compound

Rediff.com9 May 2026

A man was arrested in Kannur, Kerala, for allegedly stealing a police vehicle parked inside a police station compound. The accused, identified as Hamsath, allegedly trespassed into the cyber police station compound, stole an SUV, and was later apprehended after arousing suspicion at a local eatery.

Maharashtra Cyber Nabs Telegram Seller In Child Exploitation Case

Maharashtra Cyber Nabs Telegram Seller In Child Exploitation Case

Rediff.com4 Jun 2026

Maharashtra Cyber has arrested a Telegram-based seller, Adiraj Rajendra Bait, for allegedly dealing in Child Sexual Exploitation and Abuse Material (CSEAM). The arrest followed an extensive investigation involving digital ecosystem monitoring, technical verification, and forensic analysis of the accused's mobile phone.

Jabalpur Double Tragedy: Husband Dies By Suicide After Wife's Death

Jabalpur Double Tragedy: Husband Dies By Suicide After Wife's Death

Rediff.com6 Jun 2026

A man in Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh, died by suicide a day after his wife was found dead by hanging in their rented home. The man left a suicide note claiming responsibility for his wife's death, following a domestic dispute.

How Dehradun Police Solved Businessman's Murder Case

How Dehradun Police Solved Businessman's Murder Case

Rediff.com21 May 2026

Dehradun Police have arrested a sharpshooter from Uttar Pradesh for the murder of a local businessman in Rajpur last year. The murder was orchestrated due to a property dispute between the victim and his stepbrother.

14 Injured As Bus Veers Off Road In Himachal Pradesh

14 Injured As Bus Veers Off Road In Himachal Pradesh

Rediff.com1 Jun 2026

At least 14 people were injured when a private bus veered off the road in the Mandi district of Himachal Pradesh on Monday, police said. The incident occurred near Dyoh Nala in the Durgapur area when the bus was on its way to Sundernagar from Sarkaghat.

Heroin-smuggling drone bound for India crashes in Pakistan's Punjab

Heroin-smuggling drone bound for India crashes in Pakistan's Punjab

Rediff.com2 days ago

A drone carrying 5 kg of heroin, allegedly being smuggled to India, crashed in Pakistan's Narang Mandi area, close to the India-Pakistan border. Police have seized the drone and the contraband, initiating an investigation into the incident.

Delhi Police Stage Anti-Terror Drill At Taj Hotel

Delhi Police Stage Anti-Terror Drill At Taj Hotel

Rediff.com18 May 2026

Delhi Police conducted an anti-terror mock drill at the Taj Hotel in Chanakyapuri to assess emergency response capabilities and inter-agency coordination during a simulated terror attack scenario.

Udhampur Police Seize Drug Peddler's Assets

Udhampur Police Seize Drug Peddler's Assets

Rediff.com3 May 2026

Udhampur Police have attached an immovable property worth Rs 40 lakh belonging to an alleged drug peddler, Rafiq Ahmed, in the Sainik Colony area of Jammu district.

Police Rescue Abducted Boy, Arrest Accused In Thane

Police Rescue Abducted Boy, Arrest Accused In Thane

Rediff.com16 May 2026

Thane police rescued a five-year-old boy and arrested the abductor within five hours of the crime. The accused, Iqbal Guddu Ansari, was arrested from a hideout in Mumbai. The boy was lured away from his home in Bhiwandi. Multiple police teams used technical surveillance to trace the suspect.

Mobile Hacking: CISF Constable Falls Victim To Cyber Fraud

Mobile Hacking: CISF Constable Falls Victim To Cyber Fraud

Rediff.com3 Jun 2026

A CISF constable in Mumbai became a victim of cyber fraud when his mobile phone was allegedly hacked, leading to Rs 95,668 being siphoned from his bank account. Police have registered an FIR and are investigating the incident, which involved the phone resetting and apps deleting automatically before the unauthorised transaction.

Mumbai Man Arrested After Wife Found Murdered

Mumbai Man Arrested After Wife Found Murdered

Rediff.com1 Jun 2026

A man was arrested for allegedly murdering his wife and fleeing after locking their house in Mumbai's Malvani area with the corpse inside, a police official said.

Gujarat Police Arrest 13 In Pan-India Cyber Crime Bust

Gujarat Police Arrest 13 In Pan-India Cyber Crime Bust

Rediff.com23 May 2026

Gujarat cyber police have arrested 13 individuals allegedly involved in a network responsible for 982 cyber crimes across India, resulting in losses of over Rs 631 crore.

Twisha Sharma death case: Police seek cancellation of ex-judge's bail

Twisha Sharma death case: Police seek cancellation of ex-judge's bail

Rediff.com22 May 2026

Madhya Pradesh police are seeking the cancellation of anticipatory bail for ex-judge Giribala Singh in connection with her daughter-in-law's death, allegedly due to dowry harassment. The government has also initiated a probe into whether she can continue as chairperson of the consumer court.

25,000 Litres Of Illegal Diesel Seized In Thane, Maharashtra

25,000 Litres Of Illegal Diesel Seized In Thane, Maharashtra

Rediff.com27 May 2026

Police in Thane, Maharashtra, seized 25,000 litres of diesel worth Rs 24.5 lakh from a tanker transporting the fuel illegally. A case has been registered against eight people, including the tanker owner and driver.

J&K Police Seize Drug Peddler's Assets In Udhampur

J&K Police Seize Drug Peddler's Assets In Udhampur

Rediff.com16 May 2026

Jammu and Kashmir Police have attached immovable property worth Rs 71 lakh belonging to an alleged drug peddler in Udhampur as part of their drug-free campaign.

Hyderabad Police Busts International 'OG Ganja' Smuggling Network

Hyderabad Police Busts International 'OG Ganja' Smuggling Network

Rediff.com9 Jun 2026

Telangana's EAGLE Force, in coordination with Customs and NCB, has dismantled an international 'OG Ganja' smuggling ring operating between Bangkok and India. The operation led to the arrest of a woman junior artist and the seizure of 2.15 kg of cannabis, exposing a larger syndicate that exploits vulnerable women as drug carriers.