News for 'pune firing'

Haryana Police Nab Suspects In Pune Furniture Mall Firing Case

Haryana Police Nab Suspects In Pune Furniture Mall Firing Case

Rediff.com20 May 2026

Three men accused of firing at a furniture mall in Pune have been arrested in Haridwar, Uttarakhand. The suspects, from Haryana, are now in Pune Police custody. The Lawrence Bishnoi gang allegedly claimed responsibility for the attack.

Rickshaw Driver Shot Amid Pune Gang Warfare

Rickshaw Driver Shot Amid Pune Gang Warfare

Rediff.com20 May 2026

A 26-year-old autorickshaw driver was shot and critically injured in Pune's Balaji Nagar area, reigniting gang warfare in the city. Police suspect the involvement of a rival gang and have launched an investigation.

Chlorine gas leaks from defunct water plant in Pune; 24 hospitalised

Chlorine gas leaks from defunct water plant in Pune; 24 hospitalised

Rediff.com30 Apr 2026

A chlorine gas leak in Pune has resulted in the hospitalisation of at least 22 residents and two firemen. The leak originated from an abandoned tank at a defunct water purification plant.

Shooting In Pune Salon Injures Two; Police Investigate

Shooting In Pune Salon Injures Two; Police Investigate

Rediff.com24 Apr 2026

Two individuals sustained injuries after a shooting incident occurred in a salon in Pune's Warje area. Police have detained one suspect and are searching for others involved in the attack, which stemmed from a prior dispute.

Mumbai Police File Chargesheet In Rohit Shetty Firing Case

Mumbai Police File Chargesheet In Rohit Shetty Firing Case

Rediff.com30 Apr 2026

Mumbai police have filed a chargesheet against 17 accused in the Rohit Shetty house firing case, revealing the motive was to establish gang supremacy.

Rohit Shetty House Firing: Police File Chargesheet Against 17

Rohit Shetty House Firing: Police File Chargesheet Against 17

Rediff.com30 Apr 2026

Mumbai police have filed a 1624-page chargesheet against 17 accused in connection with the firing incident at filmmaker Rohit Shetty's residence. The chargesheet was presented in a special MCOCA court, detailing the involvement of 15 arrested individuals and two wanted suspects linked to the Lawrence Bishnoi gang.

Three Arrested For Extortion Attempt Linked To Bishnoi Gang

Three Arrested For Extortion Attempt Linked To Bishnoi Gang

Rediff.com21 May 2026

Pimpri Chinchwad police have arrested three individuals with alleged links to the Lawrence Bishnoi gang from Uttarakhand for firing at a furniture shop owner in Pune after he refused to pay extortion money.

Firing at Rohit Shetty's home: 4 held in Pune; Bishnoi gang link probed

Firing at Rohit Shetty's home: 4 held in Pune; Bishnoi gang link probed

Rediff.com2 Feb 2026

Heavy security was deployed outside the building and the forensic science team also reached the spot to collect evidence, the official said.

Why The Boxing Federation Of India Is Under Fire

Why The Boxing Federation Of India Is Under Fire

Rediff.com11 May 2026

The Sports Ministry has issued a showcause notice to the Boxing Federation of India (BFI) over concerns about its selection policy and failure to make key appointments.

Army's Rocket System Gets A Boost

Army's Rocket System Gets A Boost

Rediff.com22 May 2026

Loitering munitions, often described as 'suicide drones' or 'kamikaze drones', are becoming central to modern warfare because of their ability to hover over target areas, identify threats and strike with high precision.

Delhi Police Bust Pakistan-Backed Terror Module: What It Means

Delhi Police Bust Pakistan-Backed Terror Module: What It Means

Rediff.com30 May 2026

Delhi Police have busted a Pakistan-backed ISI-underworld terror module, arresting eight suspected operatives planning attacks in Delhi, Mumbai, Punjab and Chandigarh.

Maharashtra ATS Raids Target Pakistan-Based Gangster's Contacts

Maharashtra ATS Raids Target Pakistan-Based Gangster's Contacts

Rediff.com13 May 2026

The Maharashtra Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) conducted raids at over 40 locations across the state, including Mumbai, targeting individuals connected to Pakistan-based gangster Shahzad Bhatti, who is accused of influencing Indian youth towards anti-national activities through social media.

Rohit Shetty firing: Fifth accused held; remanded in police custody

Rohit Shetty firing: Fifth accused held; remanded in police custody

Rediff.com6 Feb 2026

Mumbai Police have arrested a fifth person in connection with the firing at filmmaker Rohit Shetty's residence, suspecting a link to the Lawrence Bishnoi gang through an absconding member, Shubham Lonkar.

India Boosts Sea Strike Power with New Anti-Ship Missile

India Boosts Sea Strike Power with New Anti-Ship Missile

Rediff.com1 May 2026

India has successfully conducted the maiden salvo launch of the indigenously developed Naval Anti-Ship Missile-Short Range.

Rohit Shetty firing case: Shooter among 7 held; main accused at large

Rohit Shetty firing case: Shooter among 7 held; main accused at large

Rediff.com16 Feb 2026

The crime branch had arrested Aditya Gayaki (19), Siddharth Yenpure (20), Samarth Pomaji (18), Swapnil Sakat (23) and Asaram Fasale, who had allegedly provided a scooter and other logistic support and weapons to the shooter, the official said.

8 killed as car crushed between trucks bursts into flames near Pune

8 killed as car crushed between trucks bursts into flames near Pune

Rediff.com13 Nov 2025

A major accident on the Mumbai-Bengaluru highway near Pune resulted in eight fatalities and 14 injuries after a car was crushed between two container trucks, leading to a large fire. The incident occurred on the accident-prone Navale Bridge.

Raja Shivaji Review: Riteish Deshmukh Fares Better As Director Than Actor

Raja Shivaji Review: Riteish Deshmukh Fares Better As Director Than Actor

Rediff.com1 May 2026

Riteish Deshmukh's Shivaji may not be a flawless portrayal, but still remains engaging throughout, applauds Mayur Sanap.

IPL 2026: Dismiss Sanju Early Or Pay The Price

IPL 2026: Dismiss Sanju Early Or Pay The Price

Rediff.com13 Apr 2026

Sanju Samson reminded the cricket world on Saturday why he is one of T20's most dangerous batters.

Who's In Virat Kohli's All-Time RCB XI?

Who's In Virat Kohli's All-Time RCB XI?

Rediff.com16 Mar 2026

West Indian Chris Gayle was Virat Kohli's choice of opener in T20 cricket.

'Man-eater' leopard that killed 3 people shot dead in Pune

'Man-eater' leopard that killed 3 people shot dead in Pune

Rediff.com5 Nov 2025

The incidents sparked massive public outrage across Junnar, Shirur, Ambegaon and Khed talukas, where leopard attacks have escalated sharply.

Hormuz Crisis Hits India Hard

Hormuz Crisis Hits India Hard

Rediff.com14 Apr 2026

The cost of the war is being counted not in the corridors of power in Washington or Tehran, but in Firozabad's darkened furnace rooms, Howrah's idle casting sheds, and a barbershop in Kochi where the wait is suddenly, inexplicably, an hour long, notes Prem Panicker in his must read blog on the Iran War.

'They Meant To Kill Rohit Shetty'

'They Meant To Kill Rohit Shetty'

Rediff.com3 Feb 2026

'These gangsters want to once again spread terror across the film industry, just as they had done in 1999-2000.'

Cop reveals why he fired at Mumbai hostage-taker

Cop reveals why he fired at Mumbai hostage-taker

Rediff.com31 Oct 2025

A Mumbai police officer shot and killed a hostage taker who was holding 17 children and two women in a studio. The officer fired in self-defense after the hostage taker pointed a gun at him.

Iran Ceasefire: Pakistan Was Reading From Washington's Script

Iran Ceasefire: Pakistan Was Reading From Washington's Script

Rediff.com8 Apr 2026

By all available indications, the White House drafted a face-saving note and handed it, ready-made, to Islamabad. Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif was supposed to then post it in the guise of a plea urging Trump to extend the deadline by two weeks 'to allow diplomacy to run its course'. Trump would then graciously accept Pakistan's 'request' and declare a ceasefire. Sharif dutifully posted the message on X. Except that he, or whoever was handling the account, forgot to delete the tell-tale first line visible in the edit history: 'Draft - Pakistan's PM Message on X'. Prem Panicker's must read blog on the Iran War.

Ten months on, daughter of Pahalgam victim awaits promised job in Maha

Ten months on, daughter of Pahalgam victim awaits promised job in Maha

Rediff.com16 Feb 2026

Ten months after her father's death in the Pahalgam terror attack, Asawari Jagdale is still waiting for the Maharashtra government to fulfill its promise of a state job. Despite assurances and follow-ups, the family faces financial hardship as they await the promised employment.

Ajit Pawar, Maharashtra deputy CM, dies in plane crash

Ajit Pawar, Maharashtra deputy CM, dies in plane crash

Rediff.com28 Jan 2026

The Learjet 45 (LJ45), a mid-size business jet aircraft produced by the Learjet Division of Bombardier Aerospace, went off the runway while attempting to land at Baramati airport and burst into flames.

T20 World Cup: The untold story of young Jasprit Bumrah

T20 World Cup: The untold story of young Jasprit Bumrah

Rediff.com6 Mar 2026

Former India A skipper Priyank Panchal shares anecdotes about Jasprit Bumrah's early cricket career, highlighting his talent and dedication from a young age.

SMAT: Rahane, Sarfaraz fire Mumbai to victory; Iyer's 50 in vain

SMAT: Rahane, Sarfaraz fire Mumbai to victory; Iyer's 50 in vain

Rediff.com16 Dec 2025

Sarfaraz fell to Manav Suthar (4-0-23-3) after a whirlwind knock laden with powerful hits down the ground which saw Mumbai stutter as they lost wickets in heaps.

Multiple blasts, flames: Eyewitnesses on Ajit Pawar plane crash

Multiple blasts, flames: Eyewitnesses on Ajit Pawar plane crash

Rediff.com28 Jan 2026

'The plane was around 100 feet above the runway. As we rushed towards it, we saw flames, followed by four to five consecutive blasts'

Suresh Kalmadi: From IAF Pilot To Powerbroker Of Indian Sport

Suresh Kalmadi: From IAF Pilot To Powerbroker Of Indian Sport

Rediff.com6 Jan 2026

Suresh Kalmadi brought several top-class events to India including the 2003 Afro Asian Games, the 2008 Commonwealth Youth Games, the 2010 Commonwealth Games.

Has US Repeated Its Iraq Mistake?

Has US Repeated Its Iraq Mistake?

Rediff.com11 Mar 2026

Israel and the United States had a plan. Iran punched back. And now the Gulf is reeling, the world is beginning to feel the pain and, as on date, no one in Washington or Tel Aviv appears willing to admit that the punch has landed, notes Prem Panicker, continuing his must-read blog on the war in the Middle East.

Four kids killed in Pune fire

Four kids killed in Pune fire

Rediff.com23 Feb 2005

The fire engulfed a cluster of jhuggis at Biman Nagar under the jurisdiction of Yerawada police station.

Maha: Bidi sparks fire in train lavatory, passenger held

Maha: Bidi sparks fire in train lavatory, passenger held

Rediff.com16 Jun 2025

The blaze was quickly doused and no one was injured in the incident which occurred near Yevat in Pune district at around 8 am, an official from Daund railway police station said.

Jarange reaches Pune, says 'right time for Fadnavis to...'

Jarange reaches Pune, says 'right time for Fadnavis to...'

Rediff.com28 Aug 2025

Activist Manoj Jarange, advocating for Maratha reservation, reached Shivneri Fort with supporters en route to Mumbai for a fresh agitation. He demands a 10% quota for Marathas under the OBC category and has been granted permission to protest peacefully in Mumbai.

Baramati crash revives memories of Ahmedabad AI 171 tragedy

Baramati crash revives memories of Ahmedabad AI 171 tragedy

Rediff.com28 Jan 2026

Residents of Ahmedabad recall the Air India crash of June 2025 after news of the Baramati plane crash involving Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar. The earlier tragedy, which killed hundreds, remains a painful memory for those who witnessed it and lost loved ones.

Dismiss Maharashtra govt for Pune firing: Oppn

Dismiss Maharashtra govt for Pune firing: Oppn

Rediff.com12 Aug 2011

Opposition leaders in Maharashtra on Friday met Governor K Sankaranarayanan and demanded the dismissal of the Congress-Nationalist Congress Party government in the state over the death of three farmers in police firing in Maval near Pune on Tuesday.Leader of Opposition in Assembly Eknath Khadse, Opposition leader in Council Pandurang Phundkar and group leaders of opposition parties in the legislature were among those who met the governor at the Raj Bhavan on Friday morning.

Enraged over pay cut, Pune driver set afire vehicle using benzene: Police

Enraged over pay cut, Pune driver set afire vehicle using benzene: Police

Rediff.com20 Mar 2025

A disgruntled driver allegedly set a minibus on fire near Pune, killing four employees and injuring ten others. The driver, Janardan Hambardekar, was angry after his salary was cut and procured benzene to start the fire. He is currently hospitalized and will be arrested later.

Pune firing: Maha monsoon session ends amid din

Pune firing: Maha monsoon session ends amid din

Rediff.com12 Aug 2011

The three-week monsoon session of the Maharashtra Legislative Assembly ended on Friday on a stormy note with Opposition targeting the government on the police firing in Pune district, saying its version was contradictory to what the police had to say about the incident.

4 killed in Indrayani river bridge collapse in Pune; 18 injured

4 killed in Indrayani river bridge collapse in Pune; 18 injured

Rediff.com15 Jun 2025

He said six people have been rescued so far, and a search operation is being conducted on a war footing as some people are swept away.

'Salman Isn't Interested In Industry Politics'

'Salman Isn't Interested In Industry Politics'

Rediff.com22 Dec 2025

'Salman is a very hard-working actor whose diligence I have to commend despite the fact that during the shoot, my heart was in my mouth.'