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BJP holds protests across country, seeks Kharge's apology over 'baap' remark

BJP holds protests across country, seeks Kharge's apology over 'baap' remark

Rediff.com1 days ago

The Bharatiya Janata Party launched a nationwide protest against Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge's "indecent and offensive" remarks targeting Prime Minister Narendra Modi, where Kharge retorted "Modi ka baap bhi jayega" during a speech.

Key Accused In Zubeen Garg Death Case Gets Bail

Key Accused In Zubeen Garg Death Case Gets Bail

Rediff.com16 Oct 2026

The Gauhati High Court has granted bail to suspended Assam Police DSP Sandipon Garg, an accused in the mysterious death case of singer Zubeen Garg. Garg, charged with culpable homicide not amounting to murder, is expected to be released after the Durga Puja holidays. This follows earlier bail grants to other accused in the high-profile case, even as investigations continue despite conflicting findings from Singaporean authorities.

Major Cannabis Haul In Shahdol: Two Arrested

Major Cannabis Haul In Shahdol: Two Arrested

Rediff.com13 Oct 2026

Police in Shahdol district seized 735 kg of cannabis, valued at Rs 1.13 crore, from a suspicious truck during a night patrol on Monday. Two individuals from Uttar Pradesh and Jharkhand were arrested, and a case was registered under the NDPS Act.

How Cyber Fraudsters Used ISI Link To Dupe Businessman Of Rs 55 Lakh

How Cyber Fraudsters Used ISI Link To Dupe Businessman Of Rs 55 Lakh

Rediff.com12 Oct 2026

A businessman in Ratlam was allegedly defrauded of Rs 55 lakh by cyber criminals posing as police officers. The fraudsters claimed his mobile number was linked to Pakistan's ISI and threatened legal action, coercing him to transfer funds. Three accused have been apprehended, and Rs 20 lakh of the defrauded amount has been blocked.

Jail escapee visits police station for Aadhaar, flees again

Jail escapee visits police station for Aadhaar, flees again

Rediff.com27 Aug 2026

An Assam native, Madhur Jya Sonowal, who escaped from Aluva Sub Jail, surprisingly went to the Perumbavoor police station to retrieve his Aadhaar card. Police have intensified their search for Sonowal, who fled the station after being recognised by officials. A detailed investigation into the security lapse has been launched.

Bihar Woman Beaten To Death On Witchcraft Suspicion

Bihar Woman Beaten To Death On Witchcraft Suspicion

Rediff.com12 Oct 2026

A 52-year-old woman was allegedly beaten to death by her neighbours in Muzaffarpur, Bihar, on Sunday, suspected of practising witchcraft. Police are investigating the incident, and an FIR is expected after the victim's son submits a written complaint.

Punjab Government Steps Up Fight Against Illegal Mining

Punjab Government Steps Up Fight Against Illegal Mining

Rediff.com17 Oct 2026

The Punjab government has intensified its crackdown on illegal mining across Pathankot, Kapurthala, and Sri Anandpur Sahib. Operations led to the seizure of heavy machinery and vehicles, registration of cases, and one arrest. Mines and Geology Minister Barinder Kumar Goyal affirmed the government's commitment to eliminating illegal mining and ensuring strict legal action against violators.

Swatantra Bharadwaj to be arrested in 72 hours: CJP cites police 'assurance'

Swatantra Bharadwaj to be arrested in 72 hours: CJP cites police 'assurance'

Rediff.com4 Sep 2026

Delhi Police has assured the arrest of Swatantra Bharadwaj within 72 hours, who is accused of assaulting student activist Nishu Azad's father during a protest at Jantar Mantar. The assurance follows a video where Bharadwaj admitted to the assault and claims of political connections, prompting demands for stronger charges and action against online abuse targeting Nishu.

Gurugram: Thai Woman Arrested For Expired Visa, Landlord Booked

Gurugram: Thai Woman Arrested For Expired Visa, Landlord Booked

Rediff.com16 Oct 2026

A Thai woman was apprehended in Gurugram by the CM Flying Squad for overstaying her visa and entering India via Nepal. Her landlord was also booked for failing to file the mandatory 'C-Form' for foreign national accommodation.

Bihar Cop Demands SIT Probe Into Son's Alleged Murder At IIIT Ranchi

Bihar Cop Demands SIT Probe Into Son's Alleged Murder At IIIT Ranchi

Rediff.com14 Oct 2026

A Bihar Police sub-inspector has alleged that his 19-year-old son's death at IIIT Ranchi was a "cold-blooded" murder, not a suicide as claimed by the institute. He has demanded an SIT inquiry, citing inconsistencies like the absence of ligature marks and his son's normal behaviour just hours before his death. The institute has expressed sadness and called for a transparent investigation, while its director has been sent on leave.

SC questions Jantar Mantar protest site change, seeks govt reply

SC questions Jantar Mantar protest site change, seeks govt reply

Rediff.com15 Oct 2026

The Supreme Court on Thursday sought responses from the Centre and Delhi Police regarding an October 11 order that de-notified Jantar Mantar as a protest site and designated three alternative venues. The court will examine the rationale behind the relocation, especially concerning the efficacy of Jantar Mantar and the impact on the fundamental right to protest.

Teen Booked Under POCSO For Alleged Abuse Of Minor

Teen Booked Under POCSO For Alleged Abuse Of Minor

Rediff.com13 Oct 2026

A four-year-old boy was allegedly sexually abused by a 14-year-old neighbour in Pehowa, Haryana. The incident came to light when the child narrated it to his mother. The accused teenager has been booked under the POCSO Act, and the victim is undergoing treatment at LNJP Hospital.

Kishtwar Minor Rape Case: Chargesheet Filed Against 15 For Conspiracy

Kishtwar Minor Rape Case: Chargesheet Filed Against 15 For Conspiracy

Rediff.com17 Oct 2026

The Jammu and Kashmir Crime Branch has filed a chargesheet against 15 individuals in the Kishtwar minor's rape and death case. The chargesheet alleges a criminal conspiracy to conceal the sexual assault, intimidate the victim's family, and illegally terminate her advanced pregnancy. The 15-year-old tribal girl died on August 20 following an alleged abortion attempt after being repeatedly sexually assaulted by a teacher, resulting in pregnancy. Accused include the main perpetrator, health workers, and community elders involved in the cover-up and pressure tactics.

Rs 23 Lakh Brown Sugar Seized In Ranchi Drug Bust

Rs 23 Lakh Brown Sugar Seized In Ranchi Drug Bust

Rediff.com12 Oct 2026

Four inter-state drug peddlers were arrested in Ranchi, Jharkhand, with brown sugar valued at Rs 23 lakh. Police seized 340 grams of the drug, Rs 9,100 in cash, and vehicles. The accused, including three from Bihar and one from Ranchi, planned to sell the contraband during festivals. An FIR has been registered under the NDPS Act.

Key Accused In Bikru Massacre Gets Bail From Allahabad HC

Key Accused In Bikru Massacre Gets Bail From Allahabad HC

Rediff.com17 Oct 2026

The Allahabad High Court has granted bail to Ram Singh, driver of late gangster Vikas Dubey and an accused in the Bikru massacre case. The bail was granted on the grounds that other co-accused in similar situations have also been released. Ram Singh faces charges of murder and attempt to murder related to the July 2020 ambush where eight police personnel were killed.

CJP stir: Kirit Somaiya targets actor Imran Khan over US citizenship claim

CJP stir: Kirit Somaiya targets actor Imran Khan over US citizenship claim

Rediff.com12 Oct 2026

BJP leader Kirit Somaiya has claimed actor Imran Khan, who participated in a protest, holds US citizenship and questioned his motive. Somaiya lodged a complaint, alleging a conspiracy to create anarchy through protests against electoral roll revisions and stating police assured him of summoning Khan for citizenship documents.

CBI Busts Elaborate Government Job Fraud In Haryana

CBI Busts Elaborate Government Job Fraud In Haryana

Rediff.com18 Oct 2026

The CBI has registered an FIR against five individuals for allegedly defrauding Haryana villagers of Rs 2.41 crore in a sophisticated fake government job scam. Aspirants underwent fake tests, medical exams, police verifications, and even a three-month "training" programme, believing they had secured government positions, only to discover they were duped by individuals posing as politically connected figures.

POCSO Court Hands Life Sentence To Man For Raping Minor Girl

POCSO Court Hands Life Sentence To Man For Raping Minor Girl

Rediff.com18 Oct 2026

A POCSO court in Muzaffarnagar has sentenced a man named Papu to life imprisonment for raping a six-year-old girl. The court also imposed a fine of Rs 25,000, to be given to the survivor. The incident occurred on April 19, 2026, and the chargesheet was filed on June 5, 2026.

Haryana Govt To Fight HERC Decision On Private Power Licence

Haryana Govt To Fight HERC Decision On Private Power Licence

Rediff.com6 days ago

Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini announced the state government's firm support for power employees, pledging to challenge the Haryana Electricity Regulatory Commission's (HERC) decision to grant a parallel electricity distribution licence to a private company for Gurugram and Nuh districts before the Appellate Tribunal for Electricity (APTEL). The government is appealing to unions to defer their planned three-day strike while making arrangements to ensure uninterrupted power supply.

20 FIRs, four arrests after CJP's anti-CEC protests rock Delhi

20 FIRs, four arrests after CJP's anti-CEC protests rock Delhi

Rediff.com11 Oct 2026

Delhi Police have registered 20 FIRs and made arrests following Saturday's Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) protest against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. The protest, which saw over 7,000 detentions and left more than 15 police personnel injured, was held over alleged irregularities in electoral roll revisions.

Kathua Administration Demolishes House Of Drug Peddler On Govt Land

Kathua Administration Demolishes House Of Drug Peddler On Govt Land

Rediff.com14 Oct 2026

Authorities in Kathua, Jammu, demolished the residential house of a habitual drug offender, Rupesh Kumar alias Bobby, on Wednesday. The house was allegedly built on government land. The operation was conducted peacefully, reinforcing the administration's zero-tolerance policy against drug peddling and illegal encroachment.

ITBP raises drone units to counter China, prepares for Galwan-like battles

ITBP raises drone units to counter China, prepares for Galwan-like battles

Rediff.com4 days ago

The Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) is undergoing a significant modernization drive, establishing drone platoons, developing a new 'Strike' course for Galwan-like situations, and constructing underground infrastructure along the Line of Actual Control. This strategic shift, announced by DG Shatrujeet Singh Kapoor, aims to counter China, identified as India's 'biggest adversary,' by embracing modern warfare techniques learned from recent global conflicts.

Ankit Baliyan Murder: Police probe Gogi gang's involvement

Ankit Baliyan Murder: Police probe Gogi gang's involvement

Rediff.com28 Aug 2026

Haryanvi singer and YouTuber Ankit Balyan was shot dead in Shamli, Uttar Pradesh. Police, including the UPSTF, are actively investigating, tracing the assailants to Haryana using CCTV footage. A gang has claimed responsibility, and the incident has sparked protests and political criticism over the state's law and order situation.

Salman Khan to Tiger Shroff: When Bollywood Stars Were Attacked

Salman Khan to Tiger Shroff: When Bollywood Stars Were Attacked

Rediff.com19 Oct 2026

Actor Tiger Shroff recently escaped unhurt after a shooting incident in Juhu, Mumbai, making him the latest Bollywood figure to be targeted. This event brings to light a history of similar attacks on film personalities, including filmmaker Rohit Shetty earlier this year, Salman Khan in April 2024, Rakesh Roshan in 2000, and the assassination of Gulshan Kumar in 1997. Comedian Kapil Sharma's restaurant in Canada was also targeted last year.

Elderly Farmer Found Murdered Near Tubewell In UP Village

Elderly Farmer Found Murdered Near Tubewell In UP Village

Rediff.com11 Oct 2026

A 65-year-old farmer, Sitaram Pal, was found murdered with a sharp-edged weapon near his tubewell in Satopit village, Fatehpur. Police have registered a murder case against unidentified persons and formed special teams to investigate the incident.

JNU prof Angomcha asked to join JNU sexual harassment probe

JNU prof Angomcha asked to join JNU sexual harassment probe

Rediff.com14 Oct 2026

Congress MP Angomcha Bimol Akoijam, recently dismissed from JNU over sexual harassment allegations, has been served a notice by Delhi Police to join the investigation. Akoijam, a former professor, was sacked on October 9 after an internal inquiry into complaints from at least 11 female students regarding alleged harassment and inappropriate remarks. He denies the charges.

Meerut court cites Mahabharata while sentencing Muskan, Sahil to death

Meerut court cites Mahabharata while sentencing Muskan, Sahil to death

Rediff.com14 Oct 2026

A Meerut court sentenced Muskan Rastogi and Sahil Shukla to death for the murder of merchant navy officer Saurabh Rajput, invoking the Mahabharata in its decision. The court deemed the crime "extremely cruel and grave," with the verdict bringing satisfaction to the victim's family and eliciting strong public emotion. Police had registered an FIR in March 2025, and the conviction came in September 2026 for the "blue drum" murder case.

Delhi Man Loses Rs 1.35 Lakh In Driver Job Fraud

Delhi Man Loses Rs 1.35 Lakh In Driver Job Fraud

Rediff.com4 days ago

A Delhi resident was allegedly defrauded of Rs 1.35 lakh by two individuals who promised him a driver's job with a monthly salary of Rs 32,000. The victim made multiple online transactions but never received the job, and the money was not returned. The accused are now reportedly demanding an additional Rs 20,000.

Delhi remains fortified as CJP announces fresh protest

Delhi remains fortified as CJP announces fresh protest

Rediff.com11 Oct 2026

Delhi is under extraordinary security for the second day as the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) continues its protest against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. Over 30,000 police and paramilitary personnel are deployed, with heightened surveillance across the capital following detentions on Saturday.

Mother Alleges Murder After Newlywed Woman Found Dead In Amethi

Mother Alleges Murder After Newlywed Woman Found Dead In Amethi

Rediff.com13 Oct 2026

A 23-year-old newlywed woman was found dead at her marital home in Amethi on Tuesday. Her mother has alleged that her daughter was murdered by her in-laws, claiming she was lured into marriage and subsequently killed. Police have sent the body for post-mortem and further action will be taken based on the report.

Cybercriminals Dupe Farmer Of Rs 1.31 Crore In Digital Arrest Fraud

Cybercriminals Dupe Farmer Of Rs 1.31 Crore In Digital Arrest Fraud

Rediff.com12 Oct 2026

A 62-year-old farmer from Dakshina Kannada district was digitally arrested and duped of Rs 1.31 crore by cybercriminals impersonating Mumbai police and ATS officers. The fraudsters coerced him into transferring money by falsely claiming he was involved in a terror attack. A case has been registered, and investigation is ongoing.

Cyclone Arnab nears Andhra coast, Naidu orders round-the-clock monitoring

Cyclone Arnab nears Andhra coast, Naidu orders round-the-clock monitoring

Rediff.com1 days ago

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu on Monday directed officials to continuously monitor Cyclone Arnab's movement, undertake precautionary measures and ensure there was no loss of life or property.

'They went to jail smiling': Dipke rebuts Nepal, Bangladesh parallels

'They went to jail smiling': Dipke rebuts Nepal, Bangladesh parallels

Rediff.com7 days ago

Amid escalating debate comparing youth protests in India to political unrest and regime changes in Nepal and Bangladesh, Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) activist Abhijeet Dipke on Tuesday issued a video statement on X.

Bengaluru Techie Dies By Suicide In Hyderabad After Jumping From 30th Floor

Bengaluru Techie Dies By Suicide In Hyderabad After Jumping From 30th Floor

Rediff.com13 Oct 2026

A 29-year-old software employee from Bengaluru allegedly died by suicide in Hyderabad after jumping from the 30th floor of an apartment complex. Police found a suicide note where he apologised to his parents, but the reason for his death was not specified.

SIT Formed To Probe Latur School Founder In Sexual Assault Case

SIT Formed To Probe Latur School Founder In Sexual Assault Case

Rediff.com11 Oct 2026

A Special Investigation Team (SIT) led by a woman IPS officer has been formed in Latur, Maharashtra, to probe the alleged sexual assault of minor schoolgirls by Bashir Usman Shaikh, founder of Adarsh International School. Shaikh was arrested earlier this week under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita and POCSO Act. The SIT is investigating further potential victims and urging students to report abuse without fear.

Kharge Rejects CBI Probe Into Siddaramaiah Sting Operation

Kharge Rejects CBI Probe Into Siddaramaiah Sting Operation

Rediff.com14 Oct 2026

Karnataka Home Minister Priyank Kharge announced that state police would investigate an alleged sting operation targeting former Chief Minister Siddaramaiah. Kharge dismissed Union Minister H D Kumaraswamy's call for a CBI probe, asserting the Karnataka Police's capability and efficiency. He also criticised Kumaraswamy's allegations, linking them to a conspiracy against Siddaramaiah and referencing the Prajwal Revanna case.

Sourav Ganguly offers prayers on Maha Ashtami in Behala

Sourav Ganguly offers prayers on Maha Ashtami in Behala

Rediff.com19 Oct 2026

Former India captain Sourav Ganguly offered prayers on Maha Ashtami and expressed profound sadness over the tragic stampede at a Kolkata Durga Puja pandal, urging devotees to exercise extreme caution amidst large crowds.

Speeding Vehicle Kills Three Including MLA's Cousin In Mungeli

Speeding Vehicle Kills Three Including MLA's Cousin In Mungeli

Rediff.com15 Oct 2026

Three men, including Adhin Das Mohle, cousin of BJP MLA Punnu Lal Mohle, were killed in Mungeli district on Thursday when a speeding mini goods vehicle ran over them during their morning walk. Police have registered a case and are searching for the unidentified driver.

Deepak Sandhu Found Guilty Of Murdering Ex-Partner In London

Deepak Sandhu Found Guilty Of Murdering Ex-Partner In London

Rediff.com15 Oct 2026

Deepak Sandhu, an Indian-origin man, has been convicted of murdering his former partner, Xiaoqing Ke, in London. Sandhu, 23, was found guilty at the Old Bailey Court after a brief relationship ended, leading him to become "increasingly angry" and ultimately commit the fatal attack. He was arrested while attempting to flee to Mumbai.

Eight labourers killed, 12 hurt in Punjab road accident

Eight labourers killed, 12 hurt in Punjab road accident

Rediff.com19 Oct 2026

Eight workers were killed and 12 injured when a speeding car ran them over on the Lehragaga-Jakhal road in Sangrur, Punjab, on Sunday. The incident, which occurred near Alisher village, involved workers engaged under the VB-G RAM G scheme. Allegations of significant ambulance delays have emerged. Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann announced Rs 2 lakh compensation for the deceased's families and free treatment for the injured, promising swift arrest of the absconding driver.