News for 'punishment allegations'

'Manchester City should be punished severely'

'Manchester City should be punished severely'

Rediff.com5 Oct 2026

Canada coach Jesse Marsch has called for Manchester City to be severely punished, including relegation, over breaches of Premier League financial rules, citing inconsistencies he observed during his time managing in England.

Manchester City should accept punishment for rule breaches, says Lineker

Manchester City should accept punishment for rule breaches, says Lineker

Rediff.com7 Oct 2026

Former England captain Gary Lineker has urged Manchester City to admit their breaches of the Premier League's financial rules and accept their punishment, suggesting he wouldn't be surprised if they were stripped of titles.

Punjab Firing: Two Killed, Opposition Alleges Law And Order Collapse

Punjab Firing: Two Killed, Opposition Alleges Law And Order Collapse

Rediff.com15 hours ago

Two individuals were killed and three injured in a firing incident in Moga, Punjab, on Sunday evening. Police suspect old enmity as the motive and have arrested five people in connection with the case, though the assailants remain at large. The incident has drawn sharp criticism from opposition parties, who allege a complete collapse of law and order under the current state government.

'Kala Pani is appropriate punishment for CEC Gyanesh Kumar': Cong MP

'Kala Pani is appropriate punishment for CEC Gyanesh Kumar': Cong MP

Rediff.com26 Sep 2026

Congress MP Sukhdeo Bhagat on Saturday demanded punishment for Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar amid an ongoing political row over the SIR exercise, declaring that "Kala Pani" is the appropriate punishment for Kumar based on the magnitude of his position and the alleged gravity of his misconduct.

JNU dismisses Cong MP prof over sexual abuse allegations

JNU dismisses Cong MP prof over sexual abuse allegations

Rediff.com10 Oct 2026

Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) has dismissed Professor Angomcha Bimol Akoijam, also a Congress MP, following sexual harassment complaints from at least 11 female students. Akoijam has termed his dismissal a 'witch hunt' and questioned the due process.

Delhi Court Acquits Man Accused Of Beating Daughter After Victim Denies Allegations

Delhi Court Acquits Man Accused Of Beating Daughter After Victim Denies Allegations

Rediff.com4 days ago

A Delhi court has acquitted a man accused of beating his daughter, insulting her modesty, and subjecting her to suffering. The acquittal came after the daughter denied the alleged assault during trial, stating her previous statement was made under pressure, and other witnesses failed to provide reliable evidence to support the prosecution's case.

Florence Pugh Slams Cornell University Over Alleged Gang Rape Case

Florence Pugh Slams Cornell University Over Alleged Gang Rape Case

Rediff.com28 Sep 2026

Actress Florence Pugh has voiced strong support for a Cornell University student who was allegedly gang-raped, criticising the university's lenient handling of the accused. Pugh expressed her outrage at the systemic failure to protect women and the disproportionate consequences faced by victims versus perpetrators.

'Dismissal like death penalty': SC reinstates axed TN varsity official

'Dismissal like death penalty': SC reinstates axed TN varsity official

Rediff.com7 days ago

The Supreme Court has ordered the reinstatement of R Saravanan, a deputy registrar of Periyar University, who was dismissed for alleged disproportionate assets. The court observed that dismissal is akin to a "death penalty" for a government servant and criticised the university's inquiry for lacking evidence, upholding the single-judge bench's decision.

Punjab CM Mann Assures Justice In Anti-Drug Activist's Murder

Punjab CM Mann Assures Justice In Anti-Drug Activist's Murder

Rediff.com14 Oct 2026

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has promised stringent action against those responsible for the murder of anti-drug activist Parvinder Singh alias Jhota in Mansa, where tensions are high following the killing, protests, and demolition of the accused's house. Mann reiterated the government's zero-tolerance policy on drugs and assured a thorough investigation into the incident and any conspiracy behind it.

Court Cites Ancient Text In 'Rarest Of Rare' Murder Case

Court Cites Ancient Text In 'Rarest Of Rare' Murder Case

Rediff.com16 Oct 2026

A Meerut court sentenced a woman and her lover to death on Friday for murdering her husband and staging it as a snakebite. The court cited the Manusmriti and the mythological figure Savitri, calling it a "rarest of rare" case.

Assam Juvenile Justice Board Orders Adult Trial For 17-Year-Old In Rape-Murder Case

Assam Juvenile Justice Board Orders Adult Trial For 17-Year-Old In Rape-Murder Case

Rediff.com14 Oct 2026

Assam's Juvenile Justice Board has ruled that a 17-year-old boy, accused in the alleged rape and murder of a girl in Hailakandi district, will be tried as an adult. The decision was based on the heinous nature of the crime, psychological assessments, and other reports. The incident, which occurred on August 1, led to widespread protests and a chargesheet was filed against five accused, including the juvenile.

Delhi-based content creator held over racial abuse of Tripura youth

Delhi-based content creator held over racial abuse of Tripura youth

Rediff.com4 days ago

A Delhi-based content creator, Amir Shokeen, has been arrested for allegedly racially abusing and humiliating a youth from Tripura in a viral video. Delhi Police took suo motu cognisance of the incident, which has drawn widespread condemnation from political leaders including Union Minister Kiren Rijiju and Tripura CM Manik Saha. The Tripura Students Forum Delhi also filed a complaint seeking urgent investigation into the alleged sexual assault and derogatory remarks.

Keralam Minister Vows Justice For Woman Gang-Raped After Job Lure

Keralam Minister Vows Justice For Woman Gang-Raped After Job Lure

Rediff.com10 Oct 2026

Keralam Women and Child Development Minister Bindhu Krishnan visited a woman in Kochi who was allegedly gang-raped after being lured with a job offer. The minister assured that the government is committed to ensuring justice and maximum punishment for the perpetrators. Police have arrested four individuals and are searching for two more in connection with the case.

Insufficient Evidence Leads To Acquittal In Bahraich Poisoning Death

Insufficient Evidence Leads To Acquittal In Bahraich Poisoning Death

Rediff.com17 Oct 2026

A local court in Bahraich has acquitted Ankita Jaiswal and Dilip Kumar Patel in a 2021 poisoning case that led to the death of a two-year-old and illness of four others. The court found circumstantial evidence insufficient. Ankita had been jailed since August 2021 and received free legal aid.

Maharashtra Cyber Arrests Bengaluru Man For Harassing Stand-Up Comedian On Instagram

Maharashtra Cyber Arrests Bengaluru Man For Harassing Stand-Up Comedian On Instagram

Rediff.com7 days ago

Maharashtra Cyber has arrested Phannendra Balkrishna Pamarti, a 34-year-old Bengaluru resident, for allegedly stalking and harassing a female stand-up comedian through multiple Instagram accounts. The comedian had lodged a complaint about persistent online harassment, leading to an FIR under Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita and IT Act sections. Investigators used cyber-forensic tools to trace and arrest the accused.

PhD Scholar, RJD MLA's Cousin, Murdered In Bihar

PhD Scholar, RJD MLA's Cousin, Murdered In Bihar

Rediff.com16 Oct 2026

A 25-year-old PhD scholar and cousin of RJD MLA Chandrashekhar Yadav was shot dead by motorcycle-borne assailants in Madhepura, Bihar, on Friday. Police are investigating the incident, which the MLA claims occurred during a mobile snatching attempt.

Meerut blue drum murder: Sahil, Muskan sentenced to death

Meerut blue drum murder: Sahil, Muskan sentenced to death

Rediff.com15 Oct 2026

A Meerut court has sentenced Muskan Rastogi and her partner Sahil Shukla to death for the brutal murder of her husband, merchant navy officer Saurabh Rajput, whose dismembered body was found concealed in a blue drum filled with cement.

Will Man City be stripped of their Premier League titles?

Will Man City be stripped of their Premier League titles?

Rediff.com14 Oct 2026

Paris St Germain manager Luis Enrique has stated that Manchester City deserve to keep their trophies, despite the Premier League club facing potential sanctions for alleged financial rule breaches. Enrique emphasised respecting the ongoing process but highlighted City's on-pitch performance.

Death Sentence For 'Blue Drum' Murderers In Meerut

Death Sentence For 'Blue Drum' Murderers In Meerut

Rediff.com14 Oct 2026

A Meerut court has sentenced Muskan Rastogi and Sahil Shukla to death for the murder of Muskan's husband, merchant navy officer Saurabh Rajput. Rajput's dismembered body was found concealed in a cement-filled blue drum. The verdict, delivered after a 13-month trial, was welcomed by the victim's family, though it raises questions about the future of Muskan's infant daughter, Radha, who is currently in jail with her mother.

'I Am Scared For Tiger Shroff'

'I Am Scared For Tiger Shroff'

Rediff.com7 days ago

'Tiger Shroff is someone who has absolutely no controversies associated with him.' 'He is someone who works out or dances. That is all I ever see him doing.' 'I cannot fathom how shots could be fired at him. I am even scared to speak about this on camera. What if someone comes after me?'

Delhi protest: Pak social media handles under scanner

Delhi protest: Pak social media handles under scanner

Rediff.com13 Oct 2026

Delhi Police have registered four FIRs against social media handles allegedly spreading false narratives and rumours regarding protests in the capital, with several Pakistan-based accounts under scrutiny for disseminating misleading information and attempting to create an 'anti-India narrative'.

Bengaluru School Faces Inquiry Over Alleged Punishment of Student

Bengaluru School Faces Inquiry Over Alleged Punishment of Student

Rediff.com14 Mar 2026

A private school in Bengaluru is under investigation after a class one student was allegedly forced to stand in the sun for two hours as punishment for being late. Police have registered a case under the Juvenile Justice Act.

Punjab activist murder: Accused held, house razed, mob torches his shop

Punjab activist murder: Accused held, house razed, mob torches his shop

Rediff.com15 Oct 2026

The owner of a medical store, Ashwani Kumar, accused of fatally shooting anti-drug activist Parvinder Singh Jhota in Punjab's Mansa, has been arrested from Rajasthan. Following his arrest, angry mobs set his medical store ablaze and authorities razed a portion of his house, while Jhota's father has called for a statewide bandh on October 15.

One Arrested In Latur Minor Assault And Stripping Case

One Arrested In Latur Minor Assault And Stripping Case

Rediff.com7 days ago

Police in Latur, Maharashtra, have arrested one of four accused involved in assaulting and stripping a minor boy four months ago. The incident came to light after a video surfaced on social media on Sunday. A case has been registered under various charges, including the POCSO Act, and a search is on for the remaining suspects.

Muskan Rastogi And Sahil Shukla Found Guilty Of Saurabh Rajput's Murder

Muskan Rastogi And Sahil Shukla Found Guilty Of Saurabh Rajput's Murder

Rediff.com30 Sep 2026

The Meerut district court has convicted Muskan Rastogi and Sahil Shukla for the murder of Muskan's husband, merchant navy officer Saurabh Rajput, in the sensational "Blue Drum" case. The court found them guilty of murder and body concealment, with sentencing to be announced in 15 days.

Landmark Delhi High Court Ruling On Woman's Role In Gang Rape

Landmark Delhi High Court Ruling On Woman's Role In Gang Rape

Rediff.com15 Oct 2026

The Delhi High Court has ruled that a woman can be charged with gang rape even if she did not physically commit the act, but facilitated the victim's rape. This judgment clarifies the interpretation of Section 376D IPC and Section 70 BNS, stating that anyone acting in furtherance of a common intention in a group can be held liable, regardless of gender. The ruling came while dismissing a plea challenging charges against a woman accused of forcing her minor daughter into sexual relations.

Meerut blue drum murder case: Wife, lover convicted

Meerut blue drum murder case: Wife, lover convicted

Rediff.com30 Sep 2026

The Meerut district court has found Muskan Rastogi and Sahil Shukla guilty of the murder of merchant navy officer Saurabh Rajput in the 'Blue Drum' murder case. The court will announce the punishment after 15 days, with the prosecution seeking the maximum penalty for the heinous crime.

Meerut Court Convicts Couple In Sensational Blue Drum Murder Case

Meerut Court Convicts Couple In Sensational Blue Drum Murder Case

Rediff.com30 Sep 2026

The Meerut district court has found Muskan Rastogi and Sahil Shukla guilty of the murder of merchant navy officer Saurabh Rajput in the infamous 'Blue Drum' case. The verdict concludes a 13-month trial, with sentencing scheduled in 15 days. The prosecution successfully presented evidence detailing how the couple killed Rajput and concealed his dismembered body in a cement-filled drum.

Meerut Court Convicts Couple In Sensational Blue Drum Murder Case

Meerut Court Convicts Couple In Sensational Blue Drum Murder Case

Rediff.com30 Sep 2026

The Meerut district court has found Muskan Rastogi and Sahil Shukla guilty of the murder of merchant navy officer Saurabh Rajput in the infamous 'Blue Drum' case. The verdict concludes a 13-month trial, with sentencing scheduled in 15 days. The prosecution successfully presented evidence detailing how the couple killed Rajput and concealed his dismembered body in a cement-filled drum.

Thane Crime Branch Seizes Rs 2.72 Crore Ambergris

Thane Crime Branch Seizes Rs 2.72 Crore Ambergris

Rediff.com8 Oct 2026

Thane Crime Branch arrested two individuals with 2.72 kilograms of ambergris, also known as whale vomit, valued at Rs 2.72 crore in the international market. The protected marine substance, used in luxury perfumes, was seized during a trap operation, and a case has been registered under the Wildlife Protection Act.

17 Delhi protesters granted bail, custodial torture charges to be probed

17 Delhi protesters granted bail, custodial torture charges to be probed

Rediff.com6 Oct 2026

A Delhi court granted bail to 17 protesters arrested for unlawful assembly and obstructing public space, citing their youth and future careers. Simultaneously, the court sought a report from Delhi Police regarding allegations of "custodial torture" made by some of the accused, while also emphasising the right to peaceful protest but condemning assault on police officials.

Meerut Court Finds Muskan Rastogi And Sahil Shukla Guilty In Sensational 'Blue Drum' Murder Case

Meerut Court Finds Muskan Rastogi And Sahil Shukla Guilty In Sensational 'Blue Drum' Murder Case

Rediff.com30 Sep 2026

The Meerut district court has convicted Muskan Rastogi and Sahil Shukla for the murder of merchant navy officer Saurabh Rajput in the high-profile 'Blue Drum' case. The court, after a 13-month trial, found them guilty, emphasizing the need for strict punishment in heinous crimes. Sentencing will be announced after 15 days, with the prosecution seeking maximum punishment.

Meerut Court Convicts Muskan Rastogi, Sahil Shukla In Sensational Blue Drum Murder Case

Meerut Court Convicts Muskan Rastogi, Sahil Shukla In Sensational Blue Drum Murder Case

Rediff.com30 Sep 2026

Muskan Rastogi and Sahil Shukla have been found guilty by a Meerut district court in the sensational "Blue Drum" murder case, involving the killing of merchant navy officer Saurabh Rajput. The court, citing a Supreme Court order on strict punishment for serious crimes, will announce the sentence after 15 days. The prosecution presented 22 witnesses and sought maximum punishment for the accused.

Meerut Court Convicts Muskan Rastogi, Sahil Shukla In Sensational Blue Drum Murder Case

Meerut Court Convicts Muskan Rastogi, Sahil Shukla In Sensational Blue Drum Murder Case

Rediff.com30 Sep 2026

Muskan Rastogi and Sahil Shukla have been found guilty by a Meerut district court in the sensational "Blue Drum" murder case, involving the killing of merchant navy officer Saurabh Rajput. The court, citing a Supreme Court order on strict punishment for serious crimes, will announce the sentence after 15 days. The prosecution presented 22 witnesses and sought maximum punishment for the accused.

Justice Served: Muskan Rastogi And Sahil Shukla Found Guilty In 'Blue Drum' Murder Case

Justice Served: Muskan Rastogi And Sahil Shukla Found Guilty In 'Blue Drum' Murder Case

Rediff.com30 Sep 2026

The Meerut district court has convicted Muskan Rastogi and Sahil Shukla for the murder of merchant navy officer Saurabh Rajput in the sensational 'Blue Drum' case. The court emphasised the need for strict punishment in serious crimes, with the order on sentencing to be announced in 15 days. The prosecution presented 22 witnesses, detailing the gruesome dismemberment and concealment of Rajput's body in a cement-filled blue drum.

Why Delhi Court Granted Bail To Eight Gold Smuggling Accused

Why Delhi Court Granted Bail To Eight Gold Smuggling Accused

Rediff.com6 Oct 2026

A Delhi court has granted bail to eight men accused of smuggling over 6 kg of gold worth Rs 9.9 crore, citing the customs department's failure to provide specific reasons for their continued detention. The court noted the absence of direct evidence linking the accused to the gold recovered from the aircraft after their disembarkation, and the lack of corroboration for alleged activities in Dubai.

CJP stir: SC to hear contempt plea on Sunday over Delhi Metro, train curbs

CJP stir: SC to hear contempt plea on Sunday over Delhi Metro, train curbs

Rediff.com10 Oct 2026

The Supreme Court is scheduled to hear a plea on Sunday seeking contempt proceedings against authorities for allegedly violating its directive against a complete prohibition on metro and train services in Delhi during the CJP protest. The plea argues that the blanket shutdown and lack of transparent advisories constitute a deliberate disregard for the court's October 9 order, which had called for regulation rather than outright prohibition of public transport.

Five Arrested After Man Dies In Delhi Nightclub Assault

Five Arrested After Man Dies In Delhi Nightclub Assault

Rediff.com13 Oct 2026

Five individuals, including bouncers and a club manager, have been arrested in New Delhi following the death of a man who was allegedly assaulted at a nightclub. The incident occurred after the victim reportedly spilled beer on the manager's wife, leading to a brutal attack with sticks and glass bottles. The victim, Daljeet, later succumbed to his injuries after being taken home by friends. Police are investigating allegations of a firearm, theft, and inadequate police response, while also examining the nightclub's operating permissions.

Police Action Intensifies In Mansa Anti-Drug Activist Murder Case

Police Action Intensifies In Mansa Anti-Drug Activist Murder Case

Rediff.com15 Oct 2026

Following the murder of anti-drug activist Parvinder Singh Jhota in Mansa, police have suspended a station house officer and arrested the alleged shooter's wife. The shooter, Ashwani Kumar, and an associate are in police remand. Investigations are ongoing into Kumar's arms licence and drug network, while Jhota's family and activists demand further action and a CBI probe, leading to a 'Punjab bandh' on Thursday.

Ex-Security Guard Accused In Hyderabad Girl's Kidnapping, Murder

Ex-Security Guard Accused In Hyderabad Girl's Kidnapping, Murder

Rediff.com11 Oct 2026

A five-year-old girl was kidnapped and found murdered in a Hyderabad gated community. Police suspect a recently dismissed security guard, Vikram, who allegedly demanded a Rs 20 lakh ransom from the girl's family. The girl's body was discovered in a clubhouse cellar with her hands and legs tied. Police are actively searching for the absconding suspect.