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UP youth with Pakistan terror links arrested in Karnataka

UP youth with Pakistan terror links arrested in Karnataka

Rediff.com24 Jun 2026

A 20-year-old man from Uttar Pradesh, identified as Suhail, has been arrested in Davangere, Karnataka, on suspicion of having links with a Pakistan-based terror organisation. He was working as a painter and was found to be in contact with individuals in Pakistan via WhatsApp and social media. The arrest followed inputs from the National Investigation Agency, and authorities are investigating potential connections to previous cases.

Man Arrested In UP For Links To Pak Terror Network

Man Arrested In UP For Links To Pak Terror Network

Rediff.com1 Jun 2026

The Uttar Pradesh Anti-Terrorist Squad (ATS) has arrested a man from Azamgarh for allegedly working for a terror network linked to Pakistani gangster Shahzad Bhatti and Pakistan's Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI).

11 Arrested After Statue Installation Sparks Clash

11 Arrested After Statue Installation Sparks Clash

Rediff.com28 May 2026

Police in Hardoi, Uttar Pradesh, have arrested 11 people following a clash over the alleged unauthorised installation of a Lord Buddha statue. The incident escalated into stone-pelting on police and revenue officials, prompting the registration of two FIRs.

Fake Spiritual Healers Arrested For Cyber Fraud

Fake Spiritual Healers Arrested For Cyber Fraud

Rediff.com22 May 2026

Two men were arrested for allegedly running a cyber fraud racket, posing as spiritual healers using fake female profiles and cheating victims through staged rituals and tantric remedies.

Delhi Gang Members Arrested After Threatening Resident

Delhi Gang Members Arrested After Threatening Resident

Rediff.com19 May 2026

Delhi Police have arrested four members of a gang, including a juvenile, involved in murder and robbery cases. The gang members were apprehended after a resident reported threats and the flaunting of illegal firearms on social media.

Four Arrested After Bus Molestation Incident In Agra

Four Arrested After Bus Molestation Incident In Agra

Rediff.com29 Apr 2026

Police in Agra have arrested four individuals for allegedly molesting a woman and a girl on a moving bus, following a social media alert from a fellow passenger.

Noida dowry murder: 'Vipin didn't like Nikki's social media activity'

Noida dowry murder: 'Vipin didn't like Nikki's social media activity'

Rediff.com25 Aug 2025

Police investigate the alleged murder of Nikki Bhati over dowry demands, with neighbors claiming disputes over her social media activity.

Mob attacks Mysuru police station over social media post

Mob attacks Mysuru police station over social media post

Rediff.com11 Feb 2025

A mob attacked a police station in Mysuru, Karnataka, after a man was arrested for posting provocative religious content on social media. The mob demanded the accused be handed over to them and turned violent when police refused. Police fired tear gas and used batons to disperse the crowd. The incident has led to tension in the city, with senior police officials rushing to the scene to restore order.

UP Man Arrested For Tying, Beating Dalit Girl Over Theft

UP Man Arrested For Tying, Beating Dalit Girl Over Theft

Rediff.com1 Jun 2026

A man in Uttar Pradesh has been arrested for allegedly tying a Dalit girl to a tree and beating her after accusing her of stealing from his shop. The incident came to light after a video went viral on social media.

Arrested Jaipur woman planned Pak trip to marry aide of Jaish chief Masood

Arrested Jaipur woman planned Pak trip to marry aide of Jaish chief Masood

Rediff.com25 Jun 2026

A 38-year-old woman arrested here last week was allegedly preparing to travel to Pakistan via Nepal to marry a suspected terrorist commander believed to be a close associate of banned Jaish-e-Mohammed chief Masood Azhar, officials said in Jaipur on Thursday.

'Promoting love jihad': Aamir Khan gets threat from Bishnoi gang

'Promoting love jihad': Aamir Khan gets threat from Bishnoi gang

Rediff.com18 Jul 2026

Bollywood actor Aamir Khan has reportedly received a threat from individuals claiming affiliation with jailed gangster Lawrence Bishnoi, accusing him of promoting 'love jihad' following his recent third marriage. Mumbai Police are currently verifying the authenticity of a social media post and a voice note related to the alleged threat.

Two Arrested In Mizoram For Uploading Obscene Content

Two Arrested In Mizoram For Uploading Obscene Content

Rediff.com17 May 2026

Mizoram Police have arrested two individuals for allegedly uploading obscene content on social media platforms. The arrests followed an investigation into YouTube accounts circulating sexually explicit material, leading to charges under the Information Technology Act and the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita.

Sextortion Racket Busted In Delhi: Mastermind Arrested

Sextortion Racket Busted In Delhi: Mastermind Arrested

Rediff.com16 May 2026

Delhi Police have busted a sextortion racket where victims were honey-trapped through video calls and then blackmailed for money. The alleged mastermind, Arman, was arrested in Rajasthan.

Hyderabad Man Arrested For Fake Police Videos

Hyderabad Man Arrested For Fake Police Videos

Rediff.com6 May 2026

A 27-year-old man in Hyderabad has been arrested for allegedly impersonating a police official and uploading fabricated videos on social media platforms using AI to gain followers.

Rajasthan Vet Student Arrested In Online Job Scam

Rajasthan Vet Student Arrested In Online Job Scam

Rediff.com4 May 2026

A 20-year-old veterinary sciences student has been arrested in Rajasthan for his alleged involvement in an online work-from-home scam that defrauded job seekers with fake handwriting assignments.

Man arrested for 'sexually assaulting' cow in Bengaluru

Man arrested for 'sexually assaulting' cow in Bengaluru

Rediff.com20 May 2026

A 24-year-old delivery partner has been arrested in Bengaluru for sexually assaulting a cow on a roadside, an incident that came to light after a video went viral on social media, prompting police to take suo motu action.

J&K Police Arrest Three for Spreading Misinformation Online

J&K Police Arrest Three for Spreading Misinformation Online

Rediff.com16 Apr 2026

Police in Baramulla district of Jammu and Kashmir have arrested three individuals for allegedly spreading misinformation and rumours on social media platforms with the intention of disrupting public peace and order.

UP Man Arrested For Alleged Links To Pak Terror Network

UP Man Arrested For Alleged Links To Pak Terror Network

Rediff.com1 Jun 2026

The Uttar Pradesh Anti-Terrorist Squad (ATS) has arrested a man from Azamgarh for allegedly working for a terror network linked to Pakistani gangster Shahzad Bhatti and Pakistan's Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI).

Duo Arrested In Jharkhand For Palghar Collector Impersonation Scam

Duo Arrested In Jharkhand For Palghar Collector Impersonation Scam

Rediff.com13 Jun 2026

Two individuals have been arrested in Dhanbad, Jharkhand, for allegedly creating a fake social media account in the name of the Palghar district collector and defrauding a local resident of Rs 50,000. Police successfully recovered the entire amount.

Five Arrested After Ruckus At Samajwadi MLA's Residence In Amethi

Five Arrested After Ruckus At Samajwadi MLA's Residence In Amethi

Rediff.com27 May 2026

Police in Amethi have arrested five individuals following a disturbance at the residence of a Samajwadi Party MLA, involving allegations of death threats and assault.

One Held For Objectionable Remarks On Ambedkar

One Held For Objectionable Remarks On Ambedkar

Rediff.com14 Jun 2026

One person has been arrested in Balrampur for allegedly posting objectionable remarks about Dr B R Ambedkar on social media. The arrest followed a complaint by the Bhim Army district president, leading to a case registered under the SC/ST (Prevention of Atrocities) Act and IT Act against three individuals. Police are continuing their investigation to apprehend the other accused.

Couple Arrested After Public Fight In Gurugram

Couple Arrested After Public Fight In Gurugram

Rediff.com24 Apr 2026

Gurugram Police arrested a man and woman after a video of their public fight outside a liquor shop went viral on social media, prompting demands for action.

All Accused Arrested In Delhi Molestation Case

All Accused Arrested In Delhi Molestation Case

Rediff.com13 May 2026

All four men detained in connection with the alleged molestation and assault of two women outside a hotel in southeast Delhi's Nehru Place have now been formally arrested, police said on Tuesday.

West Bengal: Content Creators Arrested For Offensive Video Against CM

West Bengal: Content Creators Arrested For Offensive Video Against CM

Rediff.com14 May 2026

Two online content creators have been arrested in West Bengal for allegedly posting an offensive video targeting Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari.

UP Police Busts Pakistani Sleeper Cell, Arrests Four

UP Police Busts Pakistani Sleeper Cell, Arrests Four

Rediff.com27 May 2026

The Uttar Pradesh Police dismantled a sleeper cell linked to Pakistani gangster Shahzad Bhatti, arresting four operatives in Saharanpur. The accused were involved in reconnaissance, radicalising youth, and planning subversive activities.

Five Arrested In Faridabad Over Sextortion Racket

Five Arrested In Faridabad Over Sextortion Racket

Rediff.com9 May 2026

Faridabad police arrested five suspects, including the kingpin, linked to a sextortion racket that allegedly trapped people using fake profiles on social media and online dating platforms before coercing them for money.

Passenger Arrested With Rs 5.23 Crore Hydroponic Ganja At Bengaluru Airport

Passenger Arrested With Rs 5.23 Crore Hydroponic Ganja At Bengaluru Airport

Rediff.com9 Jun 2026

Bengaluru customs arrested a passenger arriving from Bangkok at Kempegowda International Airport with 14.93 kg of hydroponic ganja worth Rs 5.23 crore, concealed in check-in baggage. The arrest was made under the NDPS Act.

Punjab Police Arrest Two, Recover RDX IED In Major Terror Breakthrough

Punjab Police Arrest Two, Recover RDX IED In Major Terror Breakthrough

Rediff.com4 Jun 2026

Punjab Police's State Special Operations Cell (SSOC) in Mohali has arrested two individuals linked to a foreign-based terror operative and recovered a fully assembled RDX-based Improvised Explosive Device (IED), thwarting a major terror conspiracy.

Cyber Fraud Racket Busted; Three Arrested In Delhi

Cyber Fraud Racket Busted; Three Arrested In Delhi

Rediff.com9 May 2026

Delhi Police have arrested three individuals from Gujarat, Rajasthan, and Madhya Pradesh for allegedly providing mule bank accounts used to route over Rs 1.22 crore in proceeds from various cyber fraud schemes.

NEET row: Govt summons Meta over Modi post block, rejects glitch explanation

NEET row: Govt summons Meta over Modi post block, rejects glitch explanation

Rediff.com1 days ago

The government on Tuesday summoned a top Meta executive after Prime Minister Narendra Modi's recent post addressing India's youth and promising stringent measures against paper leaks was briefly restricted by Facebook, and although the US-headquartered social media giant blamed it on a technical glitch and apologised, the IT Ministry found the explanation "inadequate".

Two Arrested In Karnataka Over Pakistan Link To National Security Plot

Two Arrested In Karnataka Over Pakistan Link To National Security Plot

Rediff.com5 Jun 2026

Two men have been arrested in Tumakuru, Karnataka, for allegedly conspiring with a Pakistan-based individual via social media to carry out activities detrimental to India's national security, including planning a murder and blasts. The Intelligence Bureau had been monitoring the suspects.

Pune court rules criticism of government is not 'waging war'

Pune court rules criticism of government is not 'waging war'

Rediff.com15 Jul 2026

A Pune court has granted bail to NCP (SP) office-bearer Mahadev Balgude, ruling that criticism of the government or chief minister does not constitute "waging war" against the nation. The court emphasised every citizen's right to comment on and criticise government actions, noting that the charges under Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita Section 152 were debatable.

How A YouTuber's Lavish Lifestyle Led To A Rs 1 Lakh Theft In MP

How A YouTuber's Lavish Lifestyle Led To A Rs 1 Lakh Theft In MP

Rediff.com10 Jun 2026

A YouTuber in Shivpuri, Madhya Pradesh, known for showcasing her lavish lifestyle online, had goods worth nearly Rs 1 lakh stolen from her home. Police suspect the thieves used her social media posts to plan the crime and are investigating, having found some clues.

Three Cyber Fraudsters Arrested In Nuh Sextortion Case

Three Cyber Fraudsters Arrested In Nuh Sextortion Case

Rediff.com13 May 2026

Nuh Police have arrested three alleged cyber fraudsters involved in sextortion and online fraud through fake messages. Police also recovered fake SIM cards, mobile phones, and digital data related to cyber fraud from their possession.

Man Arrested For Matrimonial Fraud Across Telangana And Andhra Pradesh

Man Arrested For Matrimonial Fraud Across Telangana And Andhra Pradesh

Rediff.com19 May 2026

A man allegedly involved in nearly 20 criminal cases across Telangana and Andhra Pradesh relating to cheating and matrimonial fraud was arrested, police said.

Car Rams Into World Cup Celebration Crowd In Mexico

Car Rams Into World Cup Celebration Crowd In Mexico

Rediff.com25 Jun 2026

A car rammed into a crowd celebrating Mexico's World Cup victory in Cabo San Lucas, injuring 17 people. The driver was arrested, and authorities are investigating the violent incident that marred the festivities in the popular tourist resort.

Delhi Police Arrest Man in Bhubaneswar for Suspected Terror Links

Delhi Police Arrest Man in Bhubaneswar for Suspected Terror Links

Rediff.com11 Apr 2026

A 22-year-old man from Bhubaneswar has been arrested by Delhi Police for his suspected links with a terror outfit. The arrest followed the scrutiny of social media posts of youths picked up in Delhi.

Two Arrested For Harassing Woman In Bengaluru

Two Arrested For Harassing Woman In Bengaluru

Rediff.com23 Apr 2026

Bengaluru police arrested two men for allegedly harassing a young woman walking on a road. The incident occurred near Kogilu Main Road in Maruthi Nagar. The accused, who work as delivery boys, were traced using their two-wheeler's registration number.

Key Suspect in Kanchan Kumari Murder Case Arrested After Deportation

Key Suspect in Kanchan Kumari Murder Case Arrested After Deportation

Rediff.com10 Apr 2026

Amritpal Singh Mehron, the main suspect in the murder of social media influencer Kanchan Kumari, has been arrested after being deported to India from the Middle East.

8 arrested after attempt to free jailed TMC leader 'Pushpa'

8 arrested after attempt to free jailed TMC leader 'Pushpa'

Rediff.com17 Jun 2026

Eight individuals have been arrested in West Bengal's South 24 Parganas district for allegedly attempting to storm the Falta police station to free jailed TMC leader Jahangir Khan. Police have named Khan's wife as the alleged mastermind behind the foiled plan, which involved mobilising supporters during a protest.