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UP govt seals two illegal madrasas in Ghaziabad amid intensified drive

UP govt seals two illegal madrasas in Ghaziabad amid intensified drive

Rediff.com7 Jun 2026

Ghaziabad authorities have sealed two illegal madrasas in Indirapuram and Loni, citing lack of registration, NOCs, and inadequate facilities. This action is part of an intensified crackdown on unrecognised institutions, which gained momentum following the recent killing of a teenager in the area.

How Police Cracked Interstate Cannabis Smuggling Ring

How Police Cracked Interstate Cannabis Smuggling Ring

Rediff.com20 Apr 2026

A Special Investigation Team (SIT) of Madhya Pradesh Police dismantled an interstate cannabis smuggling syndicate, arresting six individuals from Odisha, Rajasthan, and Madhya Pradesh after a 25,000 km investigation.

Pakistan ISI Suspected in Amritsar Police Station Grenade Attack

Pakistan ISI Suspected in Amritsar Police Station Grenade Attack

Rediff.com13 Apr 2026

Six individuals have been arrested in connection with a grenade attack on the Bhindi Saida police station in Amritsar, Punjab. Preliminary investigations suggest the module was backed by Pakistan's ISI.

Pro-Khalistan Group Issues Bomb Threat To Gurugram Civic Body

Pro-Khalistan Group Issues Bomb Threat To Gurugram Civic Body

Rediff.com4 Jun 2026

The Gurugram municipal corporation headquarters and the mayor's office received a bomb threat via email, allegedly from a pro-Khalistan group. Police and security agencies evacuated the premises and are conducting a search for explosives. The threat comes ahead of the Operation Blue Star anniversary.

Pro-Khalistan Group Issues Bomb Threat To Gurugram Civic Body

Pro-Khalistan Group Issues Bomb Threat To Gurugram Civic Body

Rediff.com4 Jun 2026

The Gurugram municipal corporation headquarters and the mayor's office received a bomb threat via email, allegedly from a pro-Khalistan group. Police and security agencies evacuated the premises and are conducting a search for explosives. The threat comes ahead of the Operation Blue Star anniversary.

Countdown to NEET re-exam: NTA to hold nationwide mock drill on Saturday

Countdown to NEET re-exam: NTA to hold nationwide mock drill on Saturday

Rediff.com19 Jun 2026

The National Testing Agency (NTA) will conduct a nationwide mock drill on Saturday ahead of the NEET-UG re-examination the day after as part of its preparations to ensure the smooth, secure and transparent conduct of the test, official said on Friday.

Police Uncover Sex Racket at Una Dhaba, Rescue Three Women

Police Uncover Sex Racket at Una Dhaba, Rescue Three Women

Rediff.com10 Apr 2026

Police in Una, India, have dismantled a sex racket operating out of a local roadside eatery, rescuing three women and detaining three men.

Enforcement Directorate Searches Kolkata Police Officer's Premises

Enforcement Directorate Searches Kolkata Police Officer's Premises

Rediff.com19 Apr 2026

The Enforcement Directorate conducted raids at the premises of Kolkata Police Deputy Commissioner Shantanu Sinha Biswas and a local businessman as part of a money laundering probe against an alleged criminal and his linked syndicate.

Security Alert In Punjab After Bomb Threat Email To Temples

Security Alert In Punjab After Bomb Threat Email To Temples

Rediff.com4 Jun 2026

Five prominent temples and government establishments in Punjab received a bomb threat email, triggering a security alert. The email, which referenced Operation Blue Star, is being investigated by cyber teams, though it is suspected to be a hoax. Security has been tightened across the state.

Two held in Karnataka over Pakistan link to national security plot

Two held in Karnataka over Pakistan link to national security plot

Rediff.com5 Jun 2026

Two men have been arrested in Tumakuru, Karnataka, for allegedly conspiring with a Pakistan-based individual via social media to carry out activities detrimental to India's national security, including planning a murder and blasts. The Intelligence Bureau had been monitoring the suspects.

Mumbai Police Nab ATM Robbers, Recover Stolen Cash

Mumbai Police Nab ATM Robbers, Recover Stolen Cash

Rediff.com23 Apr 2026

Mumbai Police have arrested two men within hours of them allegedly stealing over Rs 63 lakh from an ATM cash van in Kandivali. A significant portion of the stolen cash has been recovered.

Real Estate Businessman Arrested For Allegedly Shooting Wife

Real Estate Businessman Arrested For Allegedly Shooting Wife

Rediff.com11 Jun 2026

A real-estate businessman in Hyderabad has been apprehended for allegedly shooting his second wife to death. The incident, which occurred on June 10, followed a history of marital discord, harassment, and a previous arrest for firearm possession related to threats against his wife. Police seized the weapon and other evidence.

Truck Driver Dies By Suicide After Luxury Car Collision

Truck Driver Dies By Suicide After Luxury Car Collision

Rediff.com13 Jun 2026

A 25-year-old truck driver in Dantewada, Chhattisgarh, died by suicide after posting videos on social media alleging he was assaulted and threatened by occupants of a luxury car following a collision. Police have launched an investigation into the incident, including the allegations of assault.

Gurugram Civic Body Receives Bomb Threat, Later Declared Hoax

Gurugram Civic Body Receives Bomb Threat, Later Declared Hoax

Rediff.com4 Jun 2026

Gurugram's municipal corporation headquarters and mayor's office received a bomb threat email, allegedly from a pro-Khalistan group, threatening blasts at government buildings and Hindu temples. Extensive search operations were conducted, leading to the evacuation of around 1,000 staff members, but the threat was later declared a hoax. Police are investigating the sender of the email.

Two held in connection with forest guard's death during anti-mining operation

Two held in connection with forest guard's death during anti-mining operation

Rediff.com13 Apr 2026

Two individuals have been arrested in connection with the death of a forest guard in Morena, Madhya Pradesh, who was killed during an operation targeting illegal sand mining. The incident has sparked a Supreme Court hearing and involves members of a political party.

MP Couple Die By Suicide After Jumping Into River

MP Couple Die By Suicide After Jumping Into River

Rediff.com1 Jun 2026

A man and a woman, believed to be in a relationship, died by suicide after jumping into a river with their hands tied together from a bridge in Madhya Pradesh's Morena district.

The Deadly Hotel Fire: The Day After

The Deadly Hotel Fire: The Day After

Rediff.com4 Jun 2026

Glimpses from the aftermath of the deadly hotel fire in New Delhi.

Two Arrested In Karnataka Over Pakistan Link To National Security Plot

Two Arrested In Karnataka Over Pakistan Link To National Security Plot

Rediff.com5 Jun 2026

Two men have been arrested in Tumakuru, Karnataka, for allegedly conspiring with a Pakistan-based individual via social media to carry out activities detrimental to India's national security, including planning a murder and blasts. The Intelligence Bureau had been monitoring the suspects.

J-K Police Attach Assets Worth Over Rs 1.46 Crore From Drug Peddlers

J-K Police Attach Assets Worth Over Rs 1.46 Crore From Drug Peddlers

Rediff.com28 Apr 2026

Jammu and Kashmir Police attached properties worth over Rs 1.46 crore and froze bank accounts of four alleged drug peddlers in Samba district under the NDPS Act.

Main Accused in Forest Guard Murder Case Arrested After Illegal Sand Mining Operation

Main Accused in Forest Guard Murder Case Arrested After Illegal Sand Mining Operation

Rediff.com13 Apr 2026

Police have arrested the main accused in the death of a forest guard who was allegedly crushed by a tractor-trolley during an operation against illegal sand mining in Morena, Madhya Pradesh.

30-member SIT to probe attack on ED officials in Kerala

30-member SIT to probe attack on ED officials in Kerala

Rediff.com2 Jun 2026

Kerala Police have formed a 30-member SIT to investigate the attack on Enforcement Directorate officials during a search operation at the residence of former Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan.

Mizoram Police Net Rs 7 Crore Worth of Drugs, Several Arrests Made

Mizoram Police Net Rs 7 Crore Worth of Drugs, Several Arrests Made

Rediff.com16 Apr 2026

Mizoram police have seized heroin and methamphetamine worth over Rs 7 crore in anti-narcotics operations across two districts, resulting in multiple arrests including foreign nationals.

Self-Styled 'KGF Swami' Held For Gold Scam In Kerala

Self-Styled 'KGF Swami' Held For Gold Scam In Kerala

Rediff.com11 Jun 2026

A self-styled godman, Shaji alias "KGF Swami", has been arrested in Thrissur, Kerala, for allegedly cheating people by promising to supply gold at discounted rates. Police seized fake gold and multiple identity cards from his residence, and he is suspected of involvement in other fraud cases.

34 Youth Escape Assam Rehab Centre

34 Youth Escape Assam Rehab Centre

Rediff.com8 Jun 2026

The youth fled the Live Well De-addiction Centre at Madhupur, a day after videos purportedly showing abuse of inmates at rehabilitation facilities in the district went viral on social media.

Illegal Call Centre Busted In Goa, 26 Arrested

Illegal Call Centre Busted In Goa, 26 Arrested

Rediff.com29 May 2026

Goa Police dismantled an illegal call centre in Verna Industrial Estate, arresting 26 individuals for allegedly defrauding US citizens by posing as bank employees.

Delhi Builder's Home Fired At After Extortion Refusal

Delhi Builder's Home Fired At After Extortion Refusal

Rediff.com2 Jun 2026

Two assailants on a motorcycle opened fire outside a builder's residence in Saket, South Delhi, allegedly due to the builder's refusal to comply with an extortion demand. No injuries were reported, and police are investigating the incident.

UK Police Investigate Ahmadi Sect, Make Several Arrests

UK Police Investigate Ahmadi Sect, Make Several Arrests

Rediff.com29 Apr 2026

UK police have made several arrests as part of an investigation into serious offences alleged to have involved members of an Ahmadi sect in north-west England.

CAF Constable Dies By Suicide In Chhattisgarh's Bastar Region

CAF Constable Dies By Suicide In Chhattisgarh's Bastar Region

Rediff.com8 Jun 2026

A Chhattisgarh Armed Force (CAF) constable allegedly shot himself dead in Kondagaon district, marking the first such incident among security personnel in the Bastar region since it was declared Maoist-free on March 31.

UP Police Dismantle Inter-State Cyber Fraud Ring, Arrest 19

UP Police Dismantle Inter-State Cyber Fraud Ring, Arrest 19

Rediff.com8 Apr 2026

Uttar Pradesh Police have dismantled an inter-state cyber fraud racket, arresting 19 individuals involved in duping people under the guise of government welfare schemes.

Congress Demands Probe into Police Links to Maharashtra Call Centre Racket

Congress Demands Probe into Police Links to Maharashtra Call Centre Racket

Rediff.com16 Apr 2026

The Congress party in Maharashtra has accused senior police officials, including an IPS officer, of involvement in a multi-crore bogus call centre racket and is demanding a high-level investigation.

Counterfeit Currency Operation: Man Nabbed in Sambhal with Fake Notes

Counterfeit Currency Operation: Man Nabbed in Sambhal with Fake Notes

Rediff.com10 Apr 2026

A 50-year-old man was arrested in Sambhal, Uttar Pradesh, for possessing counterfeit Indian currency notes. Police recovered Rs 20,000 in fake currency and are investigating the source and any accomplices.

Search Operation Underway in Samba District After Suspicious Movement Reported

Search Operation Underway in Samba District After Suspicious Movement Reported

Rediff.com5 Apr 2026

Security forces have launched a search operation in the Samba district of Jammu and Kashmir following reports of suspicious individuals moving through the area.

Delhi hotel fire: Initial probe reveals major safety lapses

Delhi hotel fire: Initial probe reveals major safety lapses

Rediff.com3 Jun 2026

The establishment had permission for only six rooms under the Delhi government's bed-and-breakfast policy but was allegedly operating around 25 rooms, including some in the basement, police sources said.

Jharkhand Man Arrested In Rs 3 Crore Online Betting Scam

Jharkhand Man Arrested In Rs 3 Crore Online Betting Scam

Rediff.com2 Jun 2026

Jharkhand Police have arrested a 28-year-old man in Hazaribag for allegedly defrauding people of Rs 3 crore through illegal online betting applications and websites.

Haryana Police Bust IPL Betting Ring, Arrest Six

Haryana Police Bust IPL Betting Ring, Arrest Six

Rediff.com16 Apr 2026

Haryana Police have arrested six individuals in Nuh for allegedly running an illegal betting operation during an IPL match between Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Lucknow Super Giants.

Rajasthan Police Freeze Drug Trafficker's Assets Worth Over Rs 2.5 Crore

Rajasthan Police Freeze Drug Trafficker's Assets Worth Over Rs 2.5 Crore

Rediff.com21 Apr 2026

Police in Rajasthan's Jhalawar have frozen assets worth more than Rs 2.5 crore belonging to an alleged drug trafficker under provisions of the NDPS Act.

Main Shooter Arrested in Delhi's Bawana Murder Case After Joint Operation

Main Shooter Arrested in Delhi's Bawana Murder Case After Joint Operation

Rediff.com27 Mar 2026

Delhi Police, in collaboration with Bihar Police, have arrested the main shooter involved in the murder of a man in Delhi's Bawana area. The accused, Akash alias Bittu alias Khuddi, was apprehended in Begusarai, Bihar.

Hyderabad Police Bust Tea Adulteration Racket, Arrest 10

Hyderabad Police Bust Tea Adulteration Racket, Arrest 10

Rediff.com24 Apr 2026

Hyderabad police busted a tea powder adulteration racket, arresting 10 people involved in mixing synthetic food colours, jaggery juice, and expired tea powder to increase profits.

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.

Delhi fire: Residents allege delay, fire service denies

Delhi fire: Residents allege delay, fire service denies

Rediff.com3 Jun 2026

A massive fire at a bed-and-breakfast hotel in Delhi's Malviya Nagar killed 21 people, with residents alleging a delayed response from fire tenders, which the Delhi Fire Service denies. Police personnel were also injured during rescue efforts.