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Muzaffarpur Hospital Fire: Three Staff Held Over Six Patient Deaths

Muzaffarpur Hospital Fire: Three Staff Held Over Six Patient Deaths

Rediff.com5 Jun 2026

Three staff members of a private hospital in Muzaffarpur, Bihar, have been arrested following a fire incident that led to the deaths of six ICU patients due to asphyxiation. Police are investigating potential fire safety norm violations and building construction rules.

Maharashtra Official Demands Action in TCS Sexual Harassment and Conversion Case

Maharashtra Official Demands Action in TCS Sexual Harassment and Conversion Case

Rediff.com13 Apr 2026

A Maharashtra Legislative Council official has demanded strict action against TCS employees in Nashik following allegations of sexual harassment and forced religious conversion. An SIT has been formed and arrests have been made.

Ex-Official Accused Of Swiss Francs Scam Granted Bail: Here's Why

Ex-Official Accused Of Swiss Francs Scam Granted Bail: Here's Why

Rediff.com4 May 2026

A Delhi court granted bail to a former accounts officer accused of swindling more than 2 lakh Swiss francs from India's Permanent Mission in Geneva to fund his crypto-gambling ventures.

Beed Police Uncover Murder Staged As Road Accident

Beed Police Uncover Murder Staged As Road Accident

Rediff.com5 Jun 2026

Police in Beed district have arrested two individuals for the murder of a man, Kiran Bandu Sonawane, which they initially attempted to disguise as a road accident. The investigation involved analysing crime scene evidence, call records, and CCTV footage to uncover the truth and apprehend the suspects.

CJP ramps up Pradhan's exit demand; Wangchuk joins Hyderabad stir

CJP ramps up Pradhan's exit demand; Wangchuk joins Hyderabad stir

Rediff.com14 Jun 2026

The Cockroach Janta Party and other organisations staged a protest in Hyderabad on Sunday, demanding the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over the NEET paper leak and irregularities related to the CBSE's on-screen marking system.

Make Iran pay: US weighs using frozen assets for Gulf reconstruction

Make Iran pay: US weighs using frozen assets for Gulf reconstruction

Rediff.com7 Jun 2026

A source familiar with US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent's thinking revealed on Saturday that the department "intends to utilise all available authorities to make Iranian assets accessible for rebuilding and repair efforts related to any future damage inflicted by Iran."

Police Raid Abhishek Banerjee's Residence In Financial Fraud Probe

Police Raid Abhishek Banerjee's Residence In Financial Fraud Probe

Rediff.com13 Jun 2026

West Bengal police, supported by central forces, conducted a four-hour predawn raid on TMC MP Abhishek Banerjee's Kolkata residence in connection with a financial fraud case involving his aide, Sumit Roy. The operation, which Banerjee claims involved forced entry, has been denounced by the TMC as "political vendetta" and comes as Banerjee faces multiple investigations from various agencies, further escalating political tensions in the state.

Another arrest made in Ayush Malik conversion case

Another arrest made in Ayush Malik conversion case

Rediff.com14 Jun 2026

Police in Shamli, Uttar Pradesh, have made another arrest in an alleged unlawful religious conversion case, recovering a 'nikahnama' from the accused. The case involves Ayush Malik, who his father claims was forcibly converted, but Ayush himself states his conversion to Islam was voluntary. Legal action has been initiated against nine people, and Hindu organisations are demanding strict measures.

How Sultanpur Police Apprehended Molestation Accused

How Sultanpur Police Apprehended Molestation Accused

Rediff.com11 Jun 2026

A man accused of molesting two sisters was arrested in Sultanpur, Uttar Pradesh, following a police encounter. Mohammad Asif, 27, sustained a bullet injury after allegedly firing at police and later confessed to the crime.

Pakistan to host 'historic signing' of US-Iran peace agreement

Pakistan to host 'historic signing' of US-Iran peace agreement

Rediff.com15 Jun 2026

Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif announced that Pakistan would host the signing ceremony of a peace agreement between the US and Iran in Switzerland on June 19, calling it a "historic milestone" that ends a 107-day conflict and promises global economic stability.

Pakistan's airstrikes on Afghanistan a violation of sovereignty, India tells UN

Pakistan's airstrikes on Afghanistan a violation of sovereignty, India tells UN

Rediff.com9 Jun 2026

India has strongly condemned Pakistan's military airstrikes against Afghanistan, citing significant civilian casualties, and criticised its 'trade and transit terrorism' against Afghan traders, calling these actions blatant violations of international law and UN norms.

Delhi Police Nabs Hashim Baba Gang Shooter In Shastri Park

Delhi Police Nabs Hashim Baba Gang Shooter In Shastri Park

Rediff.com9 Jun 2026

Delhi Police arrested Aamir alias Salim, an alleged shooter of the Hashim Baba gang, after an encounter in Shastri Park. He sustained a leg injury during the exchange of fire. Aamir was wanted in connection with a sensational 2024 double murder case and is linked to over 14 criminal cases.

Telangana ACB Nabs Waqf Board Inspector For Bribe

Telangana ACB Nabs Waqf Board Inspector For Bribe

Rediff.com6 Jun 2026

A Waqf Board Inspector in Nalgonda district, Telangana, was arrested by the Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) for allegedly demanding and accepting a bribe of Rs 10,000 to submit a factual report regarding property registration.

Stringent MCOCA To Target Organised Gutka Trade In Maharashtra

Stringent MCOCA To Target Organised Gutka Trade In Maharashtra

Rediff.com12 Jun 2026

Maharashtra FDA Commissioner Tukaram Mundhe has directed officials to invoke the stringent Maharashtra Control of Organised Crime Act (MCOCA) against gangs involved in the illegal manufacture and sale of gutka and other banned tobacco products. This move aims to treat such activities as serious organised crimes affecting public health, rather than mere regulatory violations, due to the sophisticated nature of the illegal trade.

Stringent MCOCA To Target Organised Gutka Trade In Maharashtra

Stringent MCOCA To Target Organised Gutka Trade In Maharashtra

Rediff.com12 Jun 2026

Maharashtra FDA Commissioner Tukaram Mundhe has directed officials to invoke the stringent Maharashtra Control of Organised Crime Act (MCOCA) against gangs involved in the illegal manufacture and sale of gutka and other banned tobacco products. This move aims to treat such activities as serious organised crimes affecting public health, rather than mere regulatory violations, due to the sophisticated nature of the illegal trade.

Security Upgraded After Drone Sightings In Meerut

Security Upgraded After Drone Sightings In Meerut

Rediff.com2 Jun 2026

Security agencies have intensified surveillance and launched a joint investigation after reports of suspicious drone-like objects being spotted over the Meerut Cantonment area in Uttar Pradesh.

Asian Fencing Championships: Pakistan declines invitation amid visa issues

Asian Fencing Championships: Pakistan declines invitation amid visa issues

Rediff.com4 Jun 2026

Pakistan has decided not to send its team to the Asian Senior Fencing Championships in New Delhi, despite an invitation from local organisers. India is hosting the event for the first time, which will also include the General Assembly of the Fencing Confederation of Asia. Several other nations, including Hong Kong and Australia, are also facing visa-related challenges for their delegations.

How A Parking Dispute Led To A Man's Death In Delhi

How A Parking Dispute Led To A Man's Death In Delhi

Rediff.com13 Jun 2026

A 29-year-old truck driver, Pawan Chaudhary, has been arrested in Delhi for allegedly assaulting a 35-year-old man, Bablu, over a parking dispute. The victim sustained severe abdominal injuries and later died during treatment. Police used CCTV footage and witness statements to apprehend the accused.

Gurugram Civic Body Receives Bomb Threat, Later Declared Hoax

Gurugram Civic Body Receives Bomb Threat, Later Declared Hoax

Rediff.com4 Jun 2026

Gurugram's municipal corporation headquarters and mayor's office received a bomb threat email, allegedly from a pro-Khalistan group, threatening blasts at government buildings and Hindu temples. Extensive search operations were conducted, leading to the evacuation of around 1,000 staff members, but the threat was later declared a hoax. Police are investigating the sender of the email.

Haryana CM Saini Orders FIR, Directs Action On Morni Grievances

Haryana CM Saini Orders FIR, Directs Action On Morni Grievances

Rediff.com3 Jun 2026

Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini addressed a public grievance redressal programme in Morni, Panchkula, ordering an FIR against a contractor for electricity delays and directing probes into other infrastructure issues. He emphasized timely resolution of public complaints related to electricity, water, roads, healthcare, and pensions, while also committing to improved road connectivity and upgrading health facilities in the region.

Haryana CM Saini Orders FIR, Directs Action On Morni Grievances

Haryana CM Saini Orders FIR, Directs Action On Morni Grievances

Rediff.com3 Jun 2026

Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini addressed a public grievance redressal programme in Morni, Panchkula, ordering an FIR against a contractor for electricity delays and directing probes into other infrastructure issues. He emphasized timely resolution of public complaints related to electricity, water, roads, healthcare, and pensions, while also committing to improved road connectivity and upgrading health facilities in the region.

Maha govt buys Mumbai's iconic Air India building for Rs 1,601cr

Maha govt buys Mumbai's iconic Air India building for Rs 1,601cr

Rediff.com3 Jun 2026

The Maharashtra government has formally acquired the iconic Air India building in south Mumbai for Rs 1,601 crore, completing the transfer of agreements from Air India Assets Holding Company to the state Public Works Department.

Operation Mule Hunt 2.0 Uncovers Massive Cyber Fraud Network

Operation Mule Hunt 2.0 Uncovers Massive Cyber Fraud Network

Rediff.com8 Jun 2026

Patan Police have busted a large-scale cyber fraud racket, arresting 14 individuals involved in illegal transactions worth Rs 398.43 crore through 13 'mule accounts'. The operation, dubbed "Operation Mule Hunt 2.0", uncovered a network linked to 228 inter-state cyber fraud complaints, where individuals were lured to open bank accounts used to channel proceeds of cyber crimes.

Indian LNG carrier safely crosses Hormuz, first since US-Iran ceasefire

Indian LNG carrier safely crosses Hormuz, first since US-Iran ceasefire

Rediff.com15 Jun 2026

A Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) carrier, chartered by an Indian firm, safely transited through the Strait of Hormuz -- the first Indian LNG tanker to cross the war-hit narrow shipping lane since the war in West Asia broke out more than three and a half months back.

Dejected Over Marriage Prospects, Nagpur Labourer Dies By Suicide

Dejected Over Marriage Prospects, Nagpur Labourer Dies By Suicide

Rediff.com9 Jun 2026

A 25-year-old labourer in Nagpur allegedly died by suicide due to dejection over his inability to get married, according to police. He was found hanging in his home, and preliminary inquiries suggest he had attempted suicide previously for the same reason.

Former Civic Chief Arrested In Multi-Crore Solar Scam After Evading Capture

Former Civic Chief Arrested In Multi-Crore Solar Scam After Evading Capture

Rediff.com14 Jun 2026

Swapan Nandi, former chairman of Arambagh Municipality, has been arrested in Kerala for alleged irregularities in a multi-crore solar power project. Nandi reportedly altered his appearance and absconded to evade arrest in the Green City project scam, which also saw three other accused apprehended earlier.

Nanded Collector Leads Rs 30 Lakh Seizure In Anti-Illegal Sand Mining Operation

Nanded Collector Leads Rs 30 Lakh Seizure In Anti-Illegal Sand Mining Operation

Rediff.com4 Jun 2026

Authorities in Nanded, Maharashtra, conducted a joint operation against illegal sand mining along the Godavari river, seizing and destroying equipment worth Rs 30 lakh. The raid, led by the Nanded collector, also resulted in the confiscation of 125 brass of illegally mined sand and the apprehension of four individuals involved in illegal transport.

NIA arrests TMC ex-MLA, key suspect in Bhangar blast case

NIA arrests TMC ex-MLA, key suspect in Bhangar blast case

Rediff.com6 Jun 2026

The National Investigation Agency on Friday night arrested former Trinamool Congress MLA Saokat Molla, the prime suspect in the Bhangar blast case, from West Bengal's South 24 Parganas district, hours after declaring him as 'absconding'.

Pakistan PM: US-Iran peace deal 'on verge of finalisation' within 24 hours

Pakistan PM: US-Iran peace deal 'on verge of finalisation' within 24 hours

Rediff.com13 Jun 2026

Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif announced that a US-Iran peace deal is on the verge of finalisation, potentially within the next 24 hours, marking a significant diplomatic breakthrough after months of intense negotiations.

Minor girl among 3 held for Delhi arson that killed 3

Minor girl among 3 held for Delhi arson that killed 3

Rediff.com14 Jun 2026

Delhi Police have apprehended a 17-year-old girl and three adults for their alleged involvement in an arson attack at a residential building in Govindpuri, southeast Delhi, which resulted in three deaths and eight injuries. The investigation revealed the fire was deliberately set due to a monetary and personal dispute.

Bihar government withdraws Z-plus security for Lalu Prasad, Rabri Devi

Bihar government withdraws Z-plus security for Lalu Prasad, Rabri Devi

Rediff.com5 Jun 2026

The Bihar government has withdrawn the Z-plus security cover for RJD leaders Lalu Prasad and Rabri Devi, and Y-category security for Tej Pratap, following a review of VIP protection in the state. They will now receive security from the Bihar Special Armed Police.

WADA Chief Meets Indian Officials to Strengthen Anti-Doping Efforts

WADA Chief Meets Indian Officials to Strengthen Anti-Doping Efforts

Rediff.com15 Apr 2026

World Anti-Doping Agency President Witold Banka is in India to discuss the implementation of effective anti-doping measures with sports minister Mansukh Mandaviya and other officials, following concerns about India's high doping numbers.

How A WhatsApp Status Led To A Shooting In Thane

How A WhatsApp Status Led To A Shooting In Thane

Rediff.com7 Jun 2026

A WhatsApp status update allegedly led to a shooting incident in Thane's Kalyan West area, stemming from a rivalry between two local groups. Police have arrested two accomplices and detained the main accused, who reportedly self-inflicted a gunshot wound to mislead authorities.

Mumbai Police Arrest Man Absconding For 22 Years In Immoral Traffic Case

Mumbai Police Arrest Man Absconding For 22 Years In Immoral Traffic Case

Rediff.com3 Jun 2026

Mumbai Police have arrested a 49-year-old man, Rajendra Shinde, who had been absconding for 22 years in a case under the Prevention of Immoral Traffic Act. He was traced to Vile Parle after a court issued a non-bailable warrant, overcoming challenges posed by his relocation.

Delhi Police Investigate Hoax Bomb Threat Email To MCD Mayor

Delhi Police Investigate Hoax Bomb Threat Email To MCD Mayor

Rediff.com5 Jun 2026

Delhi Police launched an investigation and conducted extensive anti-sabotage checks after the Municipal Corporation of Delhi Mayor's official email ID received a message threatening blasts in the national capital. No suspicious objects were found, and the premises were declared safe, with authorities believing it to be a hoax.

Multi-Crore Real Estate Fraud: Proclaimed Offender Arrested By Delhi Police EOW

Multi-Crore Real Estate Fraud: Proclaimed Offender Arrested By Delhi Police EOW

Rediff.com13 Jun 2026

Delhi Police's Economic Offences Wing (EOW) has arrested Shiv Nandan Singh Yadav, a proclaimed offender, in connection with a multi-crore real estate fraud. Yadav was wanted in nine FIRs for allegedly duping investors in a housing project that never materialised.

How Delhi Police Busted Paharganj Sex Racket

How Delhi Police Busted Paharganj Sex Racket

Rediff.com12 Jun 2026

Delhi Police have busted an alleged sex racket operating from a building in Paharganj, central Delhi, rescuing four women and arresting one man. Legal action has also been initiated against the premises owner.

Modi meets Trump in France, discusses seafarers' safety, Iran deal

Modi meets Trump in France, discusses seafarers' safety, Iran deal

Rediff.com18 Jun 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged US President Donald Trump to prioritise the safety of Indian seafarers in the Strait of Hormuz during the implementation of Washington's proposed Iran peace deal, as both leaders focused on repairing strained bilateral relations at the G7 summit.

Militants Attack Manipur Village, Two Dead And Homes Torched

Militants Attack Manipur Village, Two Dead And Homes Torched

Rediff.com11 Jun 2026

Suspected militants attacked Kultuh Kuki village in Manipur's Kamjong district, killing two people and burning 30 houses. This incident follows the recovery of six Naga civilians' bodies, believed to be hostages. Security forces are investigating, while the Kuki Baptist Convention and a Congress leader have condemned the violence and criticised the government's response.

It's 60-day ceasefire, not peace deal: Israeli expert

It's 60-day ceasefire, not peace deal: Israeli expert

Rediff.com15 Jun 2026

Sagiv Steinberg, CEO of the Jerusalem Center for Security and Foreign Affairs (JCFA), described the recent US-Iran peace agreement as a temporary 60-day ceasefire, not a genuine peace deal, suggesting it's timed for the upcoming US midterm elections.