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High Court Refuses to Suspend Sentence of Kathua Rape-Murder Mastermind

High Court Refuses to Suspend Sentence of Kathua Rape-Murder Mastermind

Rediff.com18 Mar 2026

The Punjab and Haryana High Court has dismissed a plea from Sanji Ram, the mastermind behind the 2018 rape and murder of an eight-year-old in Kathua, refusing to suspend his life sentence.

Life Sentences in Gurugram Taxi Driver Murder Case

Life Sentences in Gurugram Taxi Driver Murder Case

Rediff.com16 Mar 2026

Two men have been sentenced to life imprisonment for the robbery and murder of a taxi driver in Gurugram, while a third man received a three-year sentence for providing the weapon used in the crime.

SC Criticises Gurugram Police's 'Insensitive' Approach in Child Rape Case

SC Criticises Gurugram Police's 'Insensitive' Approach in Child Rape Case

Rediff.com23 Mar 2026

The Supreme Court has criticised the Gurugram Police and a magistrate for their handling of a four-year-old rape victim's case, demanding the presence of key officers and investigation records in court.

NIA Court Denies Elgar Parishad Accused Hany Babu's Travel Request

NIA Court Denies Elgar Parishad Accused Hany Babu's Travel Request

Rediff.com20 Mar 2026

A special NIA court in Mumbai has denied Elgar Parishad-Maoist links case accused Hany Babu permission to visit Kerala, citing previous similar rejections and readily available medical facilities in Mumbai.

Delhi Police Stations Lack Paralegal Volunteers for POCSO Cases: RTI

Delhi Police Stations Lack Paralegal Volunteers for POCSO Cases: RTI

Rediff.com6 Mar 2026

An RTI query reveals that only a fraction of Delhi's police stations have paralegal volunteers, and their assistance to POCSO victims is minimal, despite Supreme Court directives.

India commissions nuclear submarine INS Aridaman, indigenous stealth frigate INS Taragiri

India commissions nuclear submarine INS Aridaman, indigenous stealth frigate INS Taragiri

Rediff.com3 Apr 2026

India has commissioned its new indigenously-built nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarine INS Aridaman into service, further strengthening the naval component of its nuclear triad. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh also highlighted the Indian Navy's role in securing maritime trade routes.

Delhi Police Stations Face Shortage of Paralegal Volunteers in POCSO Cases

Delhi Police Stations Face Shortage of Paralegal Volunteers in POCSO Cases

Rediff.com6 Mar 2026

An RTI query reveals that only a fraction of Delhi's police stations have paralegal volunteers, and their assistance to POCSO victims is minimal, despite Supreme Court mandates.

Delhi Police Stations Face Shortage of Paralegal Volunteers in POCSO Cases

Delhi Police Stations Face Shortage of Paralegal Volunteers in POCSO Cases

Rediff.com6 Mar 2026

An RTI query reveals that only a fraction of Delhi's police stations have paralegal volunteers, and their assistance in POCSO cases is minimal, despite a Supreme Court mandate.

From Sirsa to Rashtrapati Bhavan, Savita's long walk to Padma Shri

From Sirsa to Rashtrapati Bhavan, Savita's long walk to Padma Shri

Rediff.com29 Jan 2026

For women's hockey goalkeeping stalwart Savita Punia, the Padma Shri is more than a national honour -- it is a quiet acknowledgement of years marked by sacrifice, resilience, and unwavering belief, both her own and that of a family that stood by her when the odds were firmly stacked against her.

Accused Acquitted as Witnesses Turn Hostile in Delhi Attempted Murder Case

Accused Acquitted as Witnesses Turn Hostile in Delhi Attempted Murder Case

Rediff.com19 Mar 2026

A Delhi court acquitted a man accused of attempted murder after key witnesses turned hostile and failed to identify him as the assailant, leading to a lack of evidence.

Key Witnesses Turn Hostile: Delhi Court Acquits Man in Attempted Murder Case

Key Witnesses Turn Hostile: Delhi Court Acquits Man in Attempted Murder Case

Rediff.com19 Mar 2026

A Delhi court acquitted a man accused of attempted murder after key witnesses turned hostile and failed to support the prosecution's case, leading to doubts about the accused's identity and the reliability of evidence.

Supreme Court Allows Unnao Rape Survivor to Join Case Against Kuldeep Sengar's Sentence Suspension

Supreme Court Allows Unnao Rape Survivor to Join Case Against Kuldeep Sengar's Sentence Suspension

Rediff.com9 Mar 2026

The Supreme Court has permitted the Unnao rape survivor to become a party in the CBI's petition challenging the suspension of Kuldeep Singh Sengar's life imprisonment, affirming the victim's right to be heard in the proceedings.

Kerala High Court Rejects Antony Raju's Plea to Suspend Conviction

Kerala High Court Rejects Antony Raju's Plea to Suspend Conviction

Rediff.com17 Mar 2026

The Kerala High Court has dismissed former state Transport Minister Antony Raju's plea seeking suspension of his conviction in an evidence tampering case, stating it is not in the interest of law or public interest.

SC Criticises 'Insensitive' Police Approach in Gurugram Rape Case, Demands Records

SC Criticises 'Insensitive' Police Approach in Gurugram Rape Case, Demands Records

Rediff.com23 Mar 2026

The Supreme Court has criticised the Gurugram Police's handling of a three-year-old rape victim's case, citing an 'insensitive' approach and ordering key officials to appear before the court with all investigation records.

Conflict and Ramzan Reduce Foreign Participation at Para Athletics Grand Prix

Conflict and Ramzan Reduce Foreign Participation at Para Athletics Grand Prix

Rediff.com12 Mar 2026

The World Para Athletics Grand Prix in New Delhi has been significantly affected by the conflict in West Asia and the month of Ramzan, leading to a sharp decline in international participation.

Accused Found Guilty in Kerala Doctor Murder Case; Sentencing on March 19

Accused Found Guilty in Kerala Doctor Murder Case; Sentencing on March 19

Rediff.com17 Mar 2026

A Kerala court has convicted a man for the murder of Dr. Vandana Das, who was killed in a taluk hospital in May 2023. The accused was found guilty of murder and other offences, with sentencing scheduled for March 19.

Train Shooting Accused Seeks Bail Citing 'Borderline Insanity'

Train Shooting Accused Seeks Bail Citing 'Borderline Insanity'

Rediff.com2 Mar 2026

Former RPF constable Chetansinh Chaudhary, accused of killing his senior and three passengers on a train in 2023, has applied for bail, citing 'borderline insanity' and blaming railway authorities for not assessing his mental state.

Delhi Partners with IIT Madras to Combat Air Pollution Using 'Smog-Eating' Surfaces

Delhi Partners with IIT Madras to Combat Air Pollution Using 'Smog-Eating' Surfaces

Rediff.com13 Mar 2026

The Delhi government has partnered with IIT Madras to conduct a pilot study on 'smog-eating' surfaces using photocatalytic materials like Titanium Dioxide to combat air pollution.

Baramulla Express: How Auqib Nabi Sparked Jammu and Kashmir's Ranji Trophy Triumph!

Baramulla Express: How Auqib Nabi Sparked Jammu and Kashmir's Ranji Trophy Triumph!

Rediff.com28 Feb 2026

Auqib Nabi's journey from a small village in Baramulla to becoming a key player in Jammu and Kashmir's Ranji Trophy victory is a story of perseverance and dedication.

SC Orders CBI, SITs to Provide Charge Sheets to Manipur Violence Victims

SC Orders CBI, SITs to Provide Charge Sheets to Manipur Violence Victims

Rediff.com26 Feb 2026

The Supreme Court has directed the CBI and Manipur SITs to provide charge sheets in the 2023 Manipur ethnic violence cases to the victims and their families, ensuring legal aid and covering travel expenses for court appearances in Guwahati.

SC Orders CBI, SITs to Provide Charge Sheets to Manipur Violence Victims

SC Orders CBI, SITs to Provide Charge Sheets to Manipur Violence Victims

Rediff.com26 Feb 2026

The Supreme Court has directed the CBI and Manipur SITs to provide charge sheets in the 2023 Manipur ethnic violence cases to the victims and their families, ensuring legal aid and covering travel expenses for court appearances in Guwahati.

Akash Deep Ruled Out of IPL 2026 with Back Injury, KKR Faces Pace Bowling Crisis

Akash Deep Ruled Out of IPL 2026 with Back Injury, KKR Faces Pace Bowling Crisis

Rediff.com21 Mar 2026

Kolkata Knight Riders face a setback as India seamer Akash Deep is ruled out of IPL 2024 due to a back injury, adding to their growing list of injured fast bowlers.

UK Court Upholds Nirav Modi Extradition Order After Reviewing Indian Assurances

UK Court Upholds Nirav Modi Extradition Order After Reviewing Indian Assurances

Rediff.com26 Mar 2026

The UK High Court has rejected Nirav Modi's attempt to reopen his extradition case, citing the Indian government's comprehensive assurances against torture as sufficient to allow his transfer to India.

Kerala Man Sentenced to 53 Years for Sexually Assaulting Minor

Kerala Man Sentenced to 53 Years for Sexually Assaulting Minor

Rediff.com27 Feb 2026

A 41-year-old man in Kerala has been sentenced to 53 years in prison for the aggravated penetrative sexual assault of a 13-year-old girl. The Nadapuram Fast Track Special Court Judge Devan K Menon sentenced Muhammed Reyhan under various provisions of the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act and the IPC.

Winter Olympics: India's Stanzin Lundup finishes 104th in skiing

Winter Olympics: India's Stanzin Lundup finishes 104th in skiing

Rediff.com13 Feb 2026

India's Stanzin Lundup clocked 28 minutes 26.7 seconds to end at 104th out of 111 athletes who finished the race at the Tesero Cross-Country Skiing Stadium.

Gautam Gambhir on Sanju Samson: 'He Doesn't Have to Be the Next Dhoni'

Gautam Gambhir on Sanju Samson: 'He Doesn't Have to Be the Next Dhoni'

Rediff.com19 Mar 2026

Shashi Tharoor recounts Gautam Gambhir's praise for Sanju Samson, highlighting his unique talent and recent success in the T20 World Cup.

Man Accused of Leaking Navy Secrets to Pakistan Denied Bail

Man Accused of Leaking Navy Secrets to Pakistan Denied Bail

Rediff.com8 Mar 2026

A court in Thane, Maharashtra, has denied bail to a junior service engineer accused of leaking sensitive information about warships and submarines to Pakistani nationals, citing the serious nature of the offence.

Woman, Aide Sentenced to Life for Murdering Live-In Partner, Dumping Body in Creek

Woman, Aide Sentenced to Life for Murdering Live-In Partner, Dumping Body in Creek

Rediff.com2 Mar 2026

A court in Thane, Maharashtra, sentenced a woman and her accomplice to life imprisonment for the murder of her live-in partner, whose body was found in a creek.

Delhi Court: Prosecution Fails to Prove Forced Marriage of Minor

Delhi Court: Prosecution Fails to Prove Forced Marriage of Minor

Rediff.com20 Mar 2026

A Delhi court acquitted six individuals accused of kidnapping and forcing a minor girl into marriage, citing the prosecution's failure to prove the girl was taken from lawful guardianship or coerced into marriage.

Man Gets Life Imprisonment for Sexually Assaulting 4-Year-Old

Man Gets Life Imprisonment for Sexually Assaulting 4-Year-Old

Rediff.com1 Mar 2026

A court in Kollam, Kerala, has sentenced a man to life imprisonment for the aggravated sexual assault and torture of a four-year-old girl, highlighting the severity of child abuse cases and the legal consequences.

SC Orders CBI to Share Manipur Violence Charge Sheets with Victims

SC Orders CBI to Share Manipur Violence Charge Sheets with Victims

Rediff.com26 Feb 2026

The Supreme Court has directed the CBI and Manipur SITs to provide copies of charge sheets in the 2023 Manipur ethnic violence cases to the victims and their families, ensuring legal aid and addressing concerns about the progress of investigations and victim support.

SC Orders CBI to Share Manipur Violence Charge Sheets with Victims

SC Orders CBI to Share Manipur Violence Charge Sheets with Victims

Rediff.com26 Feb 2026

The Supreme Court has directed the CBI and Manipur SITs to provide copies of charge sheets in the 2023 Manipur ethnic violence cases to the victims and their families, ensuring legal aid and addressing concerns over investigation progress and victim support.

Supreme Court Dismisses Snake Venom Case Against Elvish Yadav

Supreme Court Dismisses Snake Venom Case Against Elvish Yadav

Rediff.com19 Mar 2026

The Supreme Court has quashed the FIR against Elvish Yadav, who was arrested for allegedly using snake venom at a rave party in Noida. Yadav expresses relief and questions who will compensate for the harassment he and his family faced.

London Surgeon Completes First UK Remote Robotic Surgeries in Gibraltar

London Surgeon Completes First UK Remote Robotic Surgeries in Gibraltar

Rediff.com6 Mar 2026

A London-based surgeon of Indian origin has made medical history by successfully completing the UK's first remote robotic surgeries on patients in Gibraltar, approximately 2,400 km away.

'Jo maanga tha, woh mil gaya'

'Jo maanga tha, woh mil gaya'

Rediff.com7 Nov 2025

The first female armless world champion in para archery Sheetal Devi makes history again with a spot in the Indian able-bodied junior team for the upcoming Asia Cup Stage 3 in Jeddah.

Couple Nabbed for Selling Same Flat Multiple Times

Couple Nabbed for Selling Same Flat Multiple Times

Rediff.com27 Feb 2026

A couple has been arrested in Greater Noida for allegedly defrauding multiple people by selling the same flat multiple times after mortgaging it to a bank.

Kerala High Court Affirms Life Sentences for BJP Activists in 2006 Murder Case

Kerala High Court Affirms Life Sentences for BJP Activists in 2006 Murder Case

Rediff.com12 Mar 2026

The Kerala High Court has upheld the life sentence of five BJP activists for the murder of a CPI(M) worker in Kannur in 2006, affirming the trial court's decision and highlighting the political rivalry behind the crime.

Historic! Sheetal Devi Shatters Another Ceiling in Indian Archery

Historic! Sheetal Devi Shatters Another Ceiling in Indian Archery

Rediff.com6 Nov 2025

Qualifies for India's able-bodied archery team for Asia Cup

When will US-Israel vs Iran war end? Trump says...

When will US-Israel vs Iran war end? Trump says...

Rediff.com9 Mar 2026

US President Donald Trump stated that the decision regarding the conclusion of the conflict with Iran will be a 'mutual' decision made in coordination with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

Kerala VACB Registers 818 Corruption Cases in Five Years

Kerala VACB Registers 818 Corruption Cases in Five Years

Rediff.com28 Feb 2026

The Vigilance and Anti-Corruption Bureau (VACB) in Kerala has registered 818 corruption-related cases over the past five years, marking a significant effort to combat corruption through strengthened surveillance, advanced technology, and increased public participation.