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Aadhaar Racket Busted In Rajasthan, One Arrested

Aadhaar Racket Busted In Rajasthan, One Arrested

Rediff.com17 Apr 2026

A man has been arrested in Rajasthan for his alleged involvement in an illegal Aadhaar enrolment racket, where fake Aadhaar cards were generated using manipulated biometric data.

How Uttarakhand GST Officials Used Undercover Firms to Expose Tax Evasion

How Uttarakhand GST Officials Used Undercover Firms to Expose Tax Evasion

Rediff.com19 Mar 2026

Uttarakhand GST officials conducted an elaborate undercover operation, creating fake firms to expose a company evading over Rs 150 crore in taxes.

MDMA Drug Supply Module Busted In Delhi; Two Arrested

MDMA Drug Supply Module Busted In Delhi; Two Arrested

Rediff.com17 Apr 2026

Delhi Police have dismantled an MDMA (ecstasy) supply module operating in south Delhi, arresting two men and recovering a commercial quantity of the synthetic drug.

Arms Supplier Linked To Nandu Gang Arrested In Delhi

Arms Supplier Linked To Nandu Gang Arrested In Delhi

Rediff.com26 Apr 2026

Delhi Police have arrested a 24-year-old man, Aditya Mishra, for allegedly supplying arms to the Nandu gang, recovering illegal firearms and ammunition from him.

Kanpur Police Nab Mastermind in Illegal Kidney Transplant Ring

Kanpur Police Nab Mastermind in Illegal Kidney Transplant Ring

Rediff.com13 Apr 2026

Police in Kanpur have arrested the alleged mastermind of an illegal kidney transplant racket, who had been evading arrest for two weeks. The arrest brings the total number of accused in custody to ten, as the investigation widens to uncover a potentially multi-state and international organ trafficking network.

Drug Addict Arrested for Vande Bharat Express Vandalism

Drug Addict Arrested for Vande Bharat Express Vandalism

Rediff.com13 Mar 2026

A 23-year-old man has been arrested for allegedly throwing a stone at the Mumbai-Sainagar Shirdi Vande Bharat Express, causing damage and chaos among passengers.

ED probes Christian group over foreign card cash deals in Maoist areas

ED probes Christian group over foreign card cash deals in Maoist areas

Rediff.com25 Apr 2026

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) is investigating the use of foreign debit cards by a global Christian mission to withdraw crores of rupees in Naxal violence-hit regions of India. Searches were conducted in multiple states, and foreign debit cards, cash, and digital devices were seized.

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.

Goa Police Bust IPL Betting Racket, Arrest 10

Goa Police Bust IPL Betting Racket, Arrest 10

Rediff.com17 Apr 2026

Goa Police's Crime Branch busted an illegal IPL cricket betting racket, arresting 10 individuals after raids on two villas in Ribandar and Kadamba Plateau. Authorities seized mobile phones, laptops, SIM cards, and cash worth approximately Rs 28 lakh.

Cyber Fraud Network Busted In Gujarat, Eight Arrested

Cyber Fraud Network Busted In Gujarat, Eight Arrested

Rediff.com22 Apr 2026

Gujarat police have arrested eight individuals for their alleged involvement in a cyber fraud network that handled transactions worth over Rs 288 crore. The arrests were made as part of 'Operation Mule Hunt 2.0', targeting organised cyber crime.

Punjab Couple Nabbed in Vrindavan for 'Kabootarbaazi' Fraud

Punjab Couple Nabbed in Vrindavan for 'Kabootarbaazi' Fraud

Rediff.com3 Mar 2026

A couple from Punjab has been arrested in Vrindavan for allegedly running a 'kabootarbaazi' racket, defrauding people with promises of foreign travel using forged documents.

TMC Accuses BJP Of Conspiracy To Cripple Campaign

TMC Accuses BJP Of Conspiracy To Cripple Campaign

Rediff.com19 Apr 2026

The TMC has dismissed reports of I-PAC suspending operations in West Bengal, accusing the BJP of conspiring to disrupt the party's election campaign through intimidation. Mamata Banerjee has offered jobs to I-PAC employees if they are forced out.

Eleven Arrested in J&K Drug Busts: Heroin Seized

Eleven Arrested in J&K Drug Busts: Heroin Seized

Rediff.com11 Apr 2026

Jammu and Kashmir police arrested eleven drug peddlers and seized heroin in separate operations across Udhampur, Poonch, Doda, and Kathua districts.

Three Arrested, Cannabis Worth Rs 52 Lakh Seized In UP

Three Arrested, Cannabis Worth Rs 52 Lakh Seized In UP

Rediff.com21 Apr 2026

Police in Bhadohi, Uttar Pradesh, have arrested three individuals allegedly involved in drug trafficking and seized cannabis with an estimated international market value of Rs 52 lakh.

IAF to procure high-altitude compact UAV for Garud Special Forces

IAF to procure high-altitude compact UAV for Garud Special Forces

Rediff.com19 Apr 2026

The Indian Air Force is set to procure a compact, indigenous unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) system for its elite Special Forces unit, designed to operate in extreme conditions and high altitudes.

Drug Trafficking Network Busted In Delhi, Four Arrested

Drug Trafficking Network Busted In Delhi, Four Arrested

Rediff.com19 Apr 2026

Delhi Police have dismantled a drug trafficking network in west Delhi, arresting four individuals, including two Nigerian nationals, and seizing MDMA valued at approximately Rs 1 crore.

Forces strengthen cordon after encounter with terrorists in J-K's Kathua

Forces strengthen cordon after encounter with terrorists in J-K's Kathua

Rediff.com7 Jan 2026

Security forces have strengthened the cordon in a remote forest area of Kathua district following an encounter with terrorists. A search operation was launched after reports of terrorist presence in Kahog village of Billawar. Intense firing lasted for over an hour, and reinforcements, including Army paratroopers, have been deployed to neutralize the terrorists.

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.

16 killed in Meghalaya coal mine blast; several feared trapped

16 killed in Meghalaya coal mine blast; several feared trapped

Rediff.com5 Feb 2026

At least 16 labourers were killed and several others are feared trapped following an explosion at an illegal coal mine in Meghalaya's East Jaintia Hills district. Rescue operations are underway.

Argument in Delhi's Wazirpur leads to fatal assault

Argument in Delhi's Wazirpur leads to fatal assault

Rediff.com13 Mar 2026

A man was killed and another seriously injured in Wazirpur, Delhi, following an argument that escalated into an assault. Police have arrested four individuals in connection with the incident.

IPL 2026: Punjab Kings pay tribute to victims of Vrindavan boat tragedy

IPL 2026: Punjab Kings pay tribute to victims of Vrindavan boat tragedy

Rediff.com11 Apr 2026

Punjab Kings players wore black armbands during their IPL match against Sunrisers Hyderabad at New International Cricket Stadium, New Chandigarh, on Saturday, as a mark of respect for those affected by the tragic boat accident in Vrindavan.

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.

Punjab Minister Accuses ED Of Politically Motivated Defamation

Punjab Minister Accuses ED Of Politically Motivated Defamation

Rediff.com8 May 2026

Punjab Minister Aman Arora has accused the Enforcement Directorate (ED) of defaming him by linking his name to recent raids in a money laundering probe. Arora alleges the BJP-led Centre is running a politically motivated campaign to malign him and has offered full cooperation with any inquiry.

J-K police intensifies crackdown on terror operatives, associates

J-K police intensifies crackdown on terror operatives, associates

Rediff.com9 Nov 2025

Jammu and Kashmir Police have intensified their crackdown on terror operatives and overground workers (OGWs) across the Jammu region, conducting extensive search operations in multiple districts.

Police Seize 15 Quintals of Cannabis, Arrest Two in Sultanpur

Police Seize 15 Quintals of Cannabis, Arrest Two in Sultanpur

Rediff.com15 Apr 2026

A joint operation by local police and the STF in Sultanpur, Uttar Pradesh, resulted in the seizure of over 15 quintals of cannabis and the arrest of two individuals involved in smuggling the contraband from Odisha to Lucknow.

Mumbai student arrested for sharing terrorist propaganda

Mumbai student arrested for sharing terrorist propaganda

Rediff.com6 Mar 2026

A Mumbai engineering student has been arrested by the Maharashtra ATS for allegedly sharing terrorist propaganda online related to banned organisations like Jaish-e-Mohammed and Islamic State, raising concerns about online radicalisation.

Maharashtra Man Arrested for Possessing Illegal Firearm

Maharashtra Man Arrested for Possessing Illegal Firearm

Rediff.com11 Apr 2026

Police in Beed, Maharashtra, have arrested a man for allegedly possessing a country-made pistol following a tip-off and subsequent raid on his eatery.

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.

Iran claims downing of US A-10 aircraft after F-35 and F-15E

Iran claims downing of US A-10 aircraft after F-35 and F-15E

Rediff.com4 Apr 2026

The Iranian military has asserted that its forces successfully targeted and downed a US A-10 aircraft, according to a report by Al Jazeera.

'We're in war': Trump says downing of US jet not to affect Iran talks

'We're in war': Trump says downing of US jet not to affect Iran talks

Rediff.com4 Apr 2026

US President Donald Trump has asserted that the destruction of an American military aircraft will have no bearing on diplomatic discussions with Iran, according to a report by NBC News.

23 workers killed in massive blast at TN firecracker unit

23 workers killed in massive blast at TN firecracker unit

Rediff.com19 Apr 2026

At least 18 people were charred to death, and six others sustained grievous injuries following a massive explosion at a private firecracker manufacturing unit near Virudhunagar, the police said on Sunday.

Fake Auto Parts Racket Busted in Delhi, Two Arrested

Fake Auto Parts Racket Busted in Delhi, Two Arrested

Rediff.com14 Apr 2026

Delhi Police have dismantled a fake auto parts racket operating in Karol Bagh, arresting two individuals and seizing counterfeit spare parts valued at Rs 25-30 lakh.

Human Trafficking Ring Busted in Delhi: Eight Women Rescued

Human Trafficking Ring Busted in Delhi: Eight Women Rescued

Rediff.com9 Apr 2026

Delhi Police busted a human trafficking and prostitution racket in central Delhi, rescuing eight women, including a minor. Two men were arrested, and efforts are underway to apprehend other suspects.

Why CBI Officers Were Convicted In Two-Decade-Old Case

Why CBI Officers Were Convicted In Two-Decade-Old Case

Rediff.com18 Apr 2026

A Delhi court has convicted two CBI officers for assaulting and trespassing into the residence of an Indian Revenue Service officer during a raid over two decades ago.

Uttarakhand Man Drowns in Maharashtra Lake

Uttarakhand Man Drowns in Maharashtra Lake

Rediff.com4 Mar 2026

A 23-year-old man from Uttarakhand drowned in Ravanwadi lake in Bhandara district after a boating accident.

Iran rejects US proposal for 48-hour ceasefire as tension escalates

Iran rejects US proposal for 48-hour ceasefire as tension escalates

Rediff.com4 Apr 2026

Iran has formally turned down a proposal from the United States for a 48-hour ceasefire, according to Al Jazeera, citing reports from the semi-official Fars news agency.

Drug Overdose Claims 66 Lives in Himachal Pradesh Over Three Years

Drug Overdose Claims 66 Lives in Himachal Pradesh Over Three Years

Rediff.com24 Mar 2026

Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu reports 66 drug overdose deaths in the state over three years, along with details of NDPS Act cases, government prevention efforts, and rehabilitation initiatives.

Bengal Guv leads search at Raj Bhavan after TMC's arms stash charges

Bengal Guv leads search at Raj Bhavan after TMC's arms stash charges

Rediff.com17 Nov 2025

West Bengal Governor C V Ananda Bose led a search operation at the Raj Bhavan following allegations by a TMC MP that arms and ammunition were stored there.

Filipino Woman Gets 20 Years For Ahmedabad Heroin Smuggling

Filipino Woman Gets 20 Years For Ahmedabad Heroin Smuggling

Rediff.com17 Apr 2026

A special court in Ahmedabad sentenced a 41-year-old Filipino woman to 20 years of rigorous imprisonment for smuggling 2.1 kg of heroin at the behest of an overseas drug syndicate.

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).