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Three Alleged Drug Peddlers Arrested in J&K

Three Alleged Drug Peddlers Arrested in J&K

Rediff.com4 Mar 2026

Police in Jammu and Kashmir have arrested three alleged drug peddlers in separate operations, including one who had been evading arrest for over two years. The arrests were made in Udhampur and Rajouri districts, with heroin and poppy straw recovered.

CRPF sets up 43 bases above 6,000 feet in J-K to hunt terrorists

CRPF sets up 43 bases above 6,000 feet in J-K to hunt terrorists

Rediff.com18 Feb 2026

The CRPF has established 43 temporary operating bases in the higher reaches of Jammu and Kashmir to search for and eliminate terrorists hiding in high-altitude areas.

UP woman out with fiance gang-raped, robbed; act filmed

UP woman out with fiance gang-raped, robbed; act filmed

Rediff.com29 Apr 2026

The couple had stopped on their way to a relative's house due to the intense heat when two men allegedly approached them. The accused allegedly assaulted the fiance, held him captive and raped the woman for three hours.

Jaish hideout busted in Pulwama, terrorist supporter held

Jaish hideout busted in Pulwama, terrorist supporter held

Rediff.com28 Nov 2025

Security forces in Pulwama, Jammu and Kashmir, busted a Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM) hideout and arrested a terrorist associate involved in supporting terrorists.

Hyderabad Police Nab Six for Drug Consumption at Resort Party

Hyderabad Police Nab Six for Drug Consumption at Resort Party

Rediff.com5 Apr 2026

Telangana's anti-narcotics unit arrested six individuals, including a model-actor and a DJ, for alleged drug consumption at a resort party in Hyderabad. The raid was conducted based on intelligence, and those arrested tested positive for various drugs.

Delhi Simulates Hostile Attack in City-Wide Civil Defence Drill

Delhi Simulates Hostile Attack in City-Wide Civil Defence Drill

Rediff.com3 Apr 2026

A large-scale civil defence mock drill was conducted across Delhi, simulating a hostile attack scenario to test preparedness and response systems.

Harsh Dubey: 'My Big Strength Is My Ability To Turn The Ball'

Harsh Dubey: 'My Big Strength Is My Ability To Turn The Ball'

Rediff.com26 May 2026

'That has been the big factor behind me coming so far in my career.'

Worker from Bihar, son murdered in Chennai, wife sexually assaulted

Worker from Bihar, son murdered in Chennai, wife sexually assaulted

Rediff.com30 Jan 2026

Three people have been arrested in Chennai in connection with the murder of a migrant worker from Bihar, his wife, and their two-year-old son. The investigation revealed a sexual assault and subsequent killings.

Three Drown in Hooghly River After Dol Bathing

Three Drown in Hooghly River After Dol Bathing

Rediff.com4 Mar 2026

Three people drowned and one went missing in the Hooghly river in West Bengal after bathing following Dol celebrations. The incident occurred at Balaram Sarkar Ghat in Bhatpara.

Police Nab Suspected Drug Dealer in Pulwama, Recover Contraband

Police Nab Suspected Drug Dealer in Pulwama, Recover Contraband

Rediff.com6 Apr 2026

Police in Pulwama, Jammu and Kashmir, arrested a suspected drug peddler and recovered 392 grams of contraband substance during a checkpoint operation.

Brothers Arrested in Ludhiana Illegal Firecracker Factory Blast Case

Brothers Arrested in Ludhiana Illegal Firecracker Factory Blast Case

Rediff.com1 Apr 2026

Two brothers have been arrested in connection with an explosion at an illegal firecracker manufacturing unit in Ludhiana, India, which resulted in one death and two injuries. Police are investigating the cause of the blast and searching for a third brother involved in the operation.

Why Gulf States Now Need India

Why Gulf States Now Need India

Rediff.com15 May 2026

India is the only significant power that all parties trust, or at least do not distrust, notes former defence secretary Ajay Kumar.

Nashik police reach Mumbra to trace absconding TCS woman employee

Nashik police reach Mumbra to trace absconding TCS woman employee

Rediff.com18 Apr 2026

A Nashik police Crime Branch team arrived in Mumbra, Thane district, to track down a woman accused in a case related to alleged religious conversion and sexual harassment at a TCS unit. The absconding accused has been on the police radar following complaints in Nashik, where the scandal-hit TCS unit is based.

Two held in MP forest guard murder case linked to illegal sand mining

Two held in MP forest guard murder case linked to illegal sand mining

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.

Enforcement Directorate Investigates Ashok Kharat for Money Laundering

Enforcement Directorate Investigates Ashok Kharat for Money Laundering

Rediff.com13 Apr 2026

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) conducted raids across multiple cities in Maharashtra as part of a money laundering investigation against self-styled godman Ashok Kharat and his associates.

Anil Nutrients Ltd and Director Face Money Laundering Charges in Bank Fraud Case

Anil Nutrients Ltd and Director Face Money Laundering Charges in Bank Fraud Case

Rediff.com6 Mar 2026

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has filed a prosecution complaint against Anil Nutrients Ltd, its director, and six others in connection with a money laundering case involving an alleged fraud of Rs 47.88 crore with Bank of India.

Why Trump Enforced A Naval Blockade In Strait Of Hormuz

Why Trump Enforced A Naval Blockade In Strait Of Hormuz

Rediff.com25 Apr 2026

The US blockade on Iranian ports is aimed to curb Iranian energy exports, thereby crippling its economy to force Iran back to the negotiating table, points out Commodore Venugopal Menon (retd).

Soldier killed in J-K encounter; hunt launched for hiding terrorists

Soldier killed in J-K encounter; hunt launched for hiding terrorists

Rediff.com20 Sep 2025

A soldier critically injured in a gunfight with terrorists in the Udhampur district succumbed to his injuries. A joint search operation by the Army and police is underway in the remote forest area.

Enforcement Directorate Investigates Punjab Minister Arora for Forex Violations

Enforcement Directorate Investigates Punjab Minister Arora for Forex Violations

Rediff.com17 Apr 2026

The Enforcement Directorate conducted searches at premises linked to Punjab industries minister Sanjeev Arora as part of a FEMA probe into alleged foreign exchange violations, insider trading, and round-tripping of funds.

Info Edge Q4 billings slow on muted hiring, Gulf risks

Info Edge Q4 billings slow on muted hiring, Gulf risks

Rediff.com17 Apr 2026

Info Edge (India) shares fell 2.9 per cent after the company reported muted growth in recruitment billings for Q4 FY26, leading brokerages to expect impacted operating performance and potential margin contraction.

J&K Police Nab Three Alleged Drug Peddlers in Anantnag

J&K Police Nab Three Alleged Drug Peddlers in Anantnag

Rediff.com24 Mar 2026

Police in Anantnag, Jammu and Kashmir, have arrested three alleged drug peddlers in two separate incidents, seizing a significant quantity of charas.

Indian Engineer Investigated for Corruption After Discovery of 14 Crore in Assets

Indian Engineer Investigated for Corruption After Discovery of 14 Crore in Assets

Rediff.com11 Apr 2026

An Assistant Executive Engineer in Belagavi, India, is under investigation after the Lokayukta discovered disproportionate assets worth over 14 crore, including gold, silver, bank deposits, and properties.

Indian Engineer Investigated for Alleged Corruption After Discovery of Disproportionate Assets

Indian Engineer Investigated for Alleged Corruption After Discovery of Disproportionate Assets

Rediff.com11 Apr 2026

An Assistant Executive Engineer in Belagavi, India, is under investigation after authorities discovered disproportionate assets worth over Rs 14 crore, including gold, silver, bank deposits, and properties.

SC halts execution in 2024 Madhya Pradesh child sexual assault and murder case

SC halts execution in 2024 Madhya Pradesh child sexual assault and murder case

Rediff.com11 Mar 2026

The Supreme Court of India has stayed the execution of a man convicted of sexually assaulting and murdering a five-year-old girl in Madhya Pradesh in 2024, pending further investigation and review of the case.

Illegal Mephedrone Factory Discovered in Ratlam Poultry Farm, Four Arrested

Illegal Mephedrone Factory Discovered in Ratlam Poultry Farm, Four Arrested

Rediff.com31 Mar 2026

Police in Ratlam, Madhya Pradesh, have uncovered a mephedrone factory operating under the guise of a poultry farm, arresting four individuals and seizing a significant quantity of the drug.

J&K Forces Crack Down on Terror Network

J&K Forces Crack Down on Terror Network

Rediff.com10 Nov 2025

Glimpses from the massive security crackdown across Jammu and Kashmir, as police and paramilitary forces launch coordinated raids to dismantle the terror network.

Suspected Pak drones spotted over several forward areas along LOC, IB

Suspected Pak drones spotted over several forward areas along LOC, IB

Rediff.com12 Jan 2026

Security forces reported suspected drone activity in forward areas along the International Border (IB) and Line of Control (LoC) in Samba, Rajouri, and Poonch districts of Jammu and Kashmir. A search operation has been launched.

Cattle Smuggler Nabbed After Shootout with Police in Uttar Pradesh

Cattle Smuggler Nabbed After Shootout with Police in Uttar Pradesh

Rediff.com8 Apr 2026

An alleged cattle smuggler was arrested in Saharanpur, Uttar Pradesh, after a police encounter. The accused sustained a bullet injury during retaliatory firing and has been hospitalised. Police recovered weapons, tools for cattle slaughter, and a live bovine from his possession.

Delhi Trader Loses 2.5 Million in Broad Daylight Robbery

Delhi Trader Loses 2.5 Million in Broad Daylight Robbery

Rediff.com10 Apr 2026

A 47-year-old trader was allegedly robbed of 2.5 million by two individuals on a motorcycle in the Subhash Place area of northwest Delhi. Police are investigating the incident and reviewing CCTV footage.

Madhya Pradesh Firecracker Factory Raid Leads to Arrests, NSA Booking

Madhya Pradesh Firecracker Factory Raid Leads to Arrests, NSA Booking

Rediff.com16 Mar 2026

An illegal firecracker factory was discovered in Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh, leading to arrests and the booking of the operator under the National Security Act.

Four Drug Peddlers Apprehended in Kashmir with Contraband Seized

Four Drug Peddlers Apprehended in Kashmir with Contraband Seized

Rediff.com7 Apr 2026

Police in Kashmir have arrested four drug peddlers from different areas and seized illegal substances from them.

Pakistan-backed drug smuggling ring busted in Punjab, four arrested

Pakistan-backed drug smuggling ring busted in Punjab, four arrested

Rediff.com7 Apr 2026

Punjab Police have dismantled a Pakistan-backed narcotics smuggling module, arresting four individuals and seizing 16.8 kg of heroin in Kapurthala's Phagwara. Investigations reveal the drug trafficking was orchestrated by handlers in Pakistan and Dubai, with the consignment originating from the Amritsar border area and destined for Chandigarh.

SC calls ED obstruction claim against Mamata serious; stays FIR

SC calls ED obstruction claim against Mamata serious; stays FIR

Rediff.com15 Jan 2026

The Supreme Court has expressed serious concern over the Enforcement Directorate's allegations of obstruction by the West Bengal government and Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee during raids related to a coal-pilferage scam. The court intends to examine the matter and has also taken note of the commotion at the Calcutta High Court during hearings related to the case.

163 Children Rescued from Train in Suspected Trafficking Case

163 Children Rescued from Train in Suspected Trafficking Case

Rediff.com12 Apr 2026

Indian Railway Police rescued 163 minor boys from a train in Madhya Pradesh, suspecting they were being trafficked from Bihar to Maharashtra for labour. Eight individuals have been arrested, claiming the children were en route to a madrasa for education.

Rs 8.9 Crore Worth of Hydroponic Weed Seized at Hyderabad Airport

Rs 8.9 Crore Worth of Hydroponic Weed Seized at Hyderabad Airport

Rediff.com31 Mar 2026

Authorities seized 25.45 kg of hydroponic weed, valued at Rs 8.9 crore, from two passengers arriving at Hyderabad's international airport from Bangkok. The passengers were arrested under the NDPS Act.

India trounced by Japan in AFC U-17 women's Asian Cup

India trounced by Japan in AFC U-17 women's Asian Cup

Rediff.com5 May 2026

India fought hard but lost 0-3 to Japan in their second group match of the AFC U-17 Women's Asian Cup. Japan scored three goals in the second half to secure the win.

Man Held Over Gujarat Bomb Hoax Emails

Man Held Over Gujarat Bomb Hoax Emails

Rediff.com3 Mar 2026

Ahmedabad police have arrested a man from West Bengal for sending hoax bomb threat emails to schools and courts in Gujarat.

Pak drones sighted at LoC, Indian troops open fire

Pak drones sighted at LoC, Indian troops open fire

Rediff.com14 Jan 2026

Indian Army troops fired upon and took down multiple suspected Pakistani drones that entered Indian territory from across the Line of Control (LoC) in the Rajouri district of Jammu and Kashmir. This is the second such incident in three days.

NIA takes over probe of twin blasts in Manipur

NIA takes over probe of twin blasts in Manipur

Rediff.com6 Jan 2026

The investigation into the twin blasts in Manipur's Bishnupur district has been handed over to the NIA. The blasts injured two people and have further escalated tensions in the state.

Search op to track down 3 JeM terrorists underway in Basantgarh

Search op to track down 3 JeM terrorists underway in Basantgarh

Rediff.com27 Jun 2025

A search operation by a joint team of security forces is underway to track down three Pakistan-based Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM) terrorists in a forested area of Udhampur district in Jammu and Kashmir on Friday, officials said on Friday.