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Pakistani Court Sentences PTI Leaders for May 9 Violence

Pakistani Court Sentences PTI Leaders for May 9 Violence

Rediff.com7 Mar 2026

An anti-terrorism court in Pakistan has sentenced 47 Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leaders and supporters to 10 years in prison for their involvement in vandalism and violence during a protest in May 2023.

Legendary photojournalist Raghu Rai dies at 83

Legendary photojournalist Raghu Rai dies at 83

Rediff.com2 days ago

Raghu Rai, one of India's most celebrated photographers, passed away at a private hospital in New Delhi at the age of 83. He is survived by his wife, son, and three daughters.

Delhi University College Name Change Sparks Staff Protest

Delhi University College Name Change Sparks Staff Protest

Rediff.com3 days ago

Staff at Delhi University's Dyal Singh Evening College are protesting the proposed renaming of the institution after Sikh warrior Banda Singh Bahadur, seeking a staff council meeting to discuss the issue.

Samajwadi Party Delegation Visits Family Of Deceased Teen In Ghazipur

Samajwadi Party Delegation Visits Family Of Deceased Teen In Ghazipur

Rediff.com7 hours ago

A Samajwadi Party delegation visited the family of a 17-year-old girl found dead in the Ganga River in Ghazipur, offering condolences and financial support amid allegations of sexual assault and murder.

WFI Stops Under-17 Wrestler With Conflicting Birth Certificates

WFI Stops Under-17 Wrestler With Conflicting Birth Certificates

Rediff.com10 hours ago

The Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) barred an under-17 wrestler from the National Championships after her father presented two different birth certificates, highlighting concerns about document verification.

WFI Stops Under-17 Wrestler With Discrepant Birth Certificates

WFI Stops Under-17 Wrestler With Discrepant Birth Certificates

Rediff.com10 hours ago

The Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) barred an under-17 wrestler from the National Championships after her father presented two different birth certificates, highlighting issues in document verification.

Elderly Couple's Bodies Found In Thane District

Elderly Couple's Bodies Found In Thane District

Rediff.com13 hours ago

The bodies of an elderly couple, reported missing last week, were discovered on a roadside in Thane district, Maharashtra. Police have registered a case of accidental death and are investigating the circumstances.

Three Cousins Discovered Dead In Jharkhand Forest: Police Investigate

Three Cousins Discovered Dead In Jharkhand Forest: Police Investigate

Rediff.com1 days ago

The bodies of two young women and a man, all cousins, were discovered in a forest in Jharkhand's Hazaribag district. Police are investigating the cause of death and awaiting post-mortem reports.

Jharkhand BJP Urges Prompt Police Salary Disbursement

Jharkhand BJP Urges Prompt Police Salary Disbursement

Rediff.com4 hours ago

The opposition BJP in Jharkhand has demanded the prompt payment of salaries to police personnel, which have been withheld following alleged irregularities in treasury funds across several districts. The police association claims that over 70,000 personnel have not received their salaries since March due to ongoing investigations into the matter.

Meghalaya honeymoon murder: Accused wife granted bail

Meghalaya honeymoon murder: Accused wife granted bail

Rediff.com21 minutes ago

A court in Meghalaya has granted bail to Sonam Raghuvanshi, accused of orchestrating the murder of her husband during their honeymoon in the state. The victim's body was discovered in a gorge near a waterfall after he went missing in May 2025.

Man Abducted In Palamu; Police Investigate

Man Abducted In Palamu; Police Investigate

Rediff.com2 days ago

A man was abducted by unidentified individuals in Jharkhand's Palamu district on Saturday evening, prompting a police investigation.

Why Hansraj College Suspended 30 Students

Why Hansraj College Suspended 30 Students

Rediff.com1 days ago

Hansraj College administration suspends at least 30 students for various reasons, including violence during the college festival and defaming the college on social media. The student union has condemned the move and is planning a protest.

Jharkhand Parties Demand Pay For Police Amid Treasury Scam

Jharkhand Parties Demand Pay For Police Amid Treasury Scam

Rediff.com25 minutes ago

Opposition parties in Jharkhand are demanding the release of salaries for police personnel, which have been withheld following the discovery of irregularities in treasury funds across several districts. The police association claims that over 70,000 personnel have not been paid since March, prompting calls for a thorough investigation and prompt action from the state government.

Jamia Millia tense as students protest RSS event on campus

Jamia Millia tense as students protest RSS event on campus

Rediff.com5 hours ago

Students at Jamia Millia Islamia University protested an event marking 100 years of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), citing concerns over the 'saffronisation' of the campus and unequal treatment by the university administration.

Man Held After Encounter In Sonbhadra Girl's Murder Case

Man Held After Encounter In Sonbhadra Girl's Murder Case

Rediff.com23 hours ago

A man was arrested in Sonbhadra following an encounter with police for allegedly killing a 12-year-old girl in his neighbourhood. The accused, a distant relative of the victim, was apprehended after attempting to flee and opening fire on the police.

Jharkhand ATS Arrests Three, Seizes US-Made Pistol In Deoghar

Jharkhand ATS Arrests Three, Seizes US-Made Pistol In Deoghar

Rediff.com3 days ago

The Jharkhand Anti-Terrorism Squad arrested three individuals in Deoghar and seized a US-made pistol, acting on a tip-off about illegal foreign weapons dealing.

IPL 2026 DC vs PBKS: DC's Ngidi stable after injury scare, to be discharged soon

IPL 2026 DC vs PBKS: DC's Ngidi stable after injury scare, to be discharged soon

Rediff.com3 days ago

There were anxious moments at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi on Saturday after Lungi Ngidi suffered a serious fall and was taken off the field on a stretcher during the Delhi Capitals vs Punjab Kings game in the Indian Premier League.

How AI Skills Can Give Indian Employees An Edge

How AI Skills Can Give Indian Employees An Edge

Rediff.com2 days ago

Employees with artificial intelligence skills are likely to see better salary increments in the coming years, especially in technology, GCCs, and BFSI sectors, according to TeamLease Edtech.

Why AI Skills Are Crucial For Salary Hikes In India

Why AI Skills Are Crucial For Salary Hikes In India

Rediff.com2 days ago

Employees with artificial intelligence skills are likely to see better salary increments in the coming years, especially in technology, GCCs, and BFSI sectors, according to TeamLease Edtech.

Cactus To Provide AI Expertise For Government Initiatives

Cactus To Provide AI Expertise For Government Initiatives

Rediff.com7 hours ago

Cactus Technology Solutions Private Limited has been empanelled by the National e-Governance Division (NeGD) to provide AI and machine learning expertise for government-led digital initiatives.

Woman And Three Sons Sentenced To Death In 2019 UP Murder Case

Woman And Three Sons Sentenced To Death In 2019 UP Murder Case

Rediff.com7 hours ago

A fast-track court in Muzaffarnagar sentenced a woman and her three sons to death in a murder case dating back to September 2019.

Man's Body Found After Alleged Abduction In Jharkhand

Man's Body Found After Alleged Abduction In Jharkhand

Rediff.com2 days ago

A 32-year-old man was found dead in Jharkhand's Palamu district after allegedly being abducted. Police are investigating the incident, which may be related to a land dispute.

Kerala Man Arrested After Stabbing Wife To Death

Kerala Man Arrested After Stabbing Wife To Death

Rediff.com2 days ago

A 33-year-old woman in Kerala was allegedly stabbed to death by her husband following a quarrel at their home in Neyyattinkara. Police have arrested the husband and launched an investigation into the incident.

Delhi High Court Upholds AITA Elections Under Supervision

Delhi High Court Upholds AITA Elections Under Supervision

Rediff.com1 days ago

The Delhi High Court has validated the All India Tennis Association (AITA) elections held in September 2024, but stipulated that the elected body will operate as an interim arrangement under the supervision of a court-appointed Administrator.

Indore Man Threatens Family With Stick After Car Collision Dispute

Indore Man Threatens Family With Stick After Car Collision Dispute

Rediff.com1 days ago

A man in Indore allegedly threatened a family with a stick following a dispute over a car collision. Police have registered a case and are searching for the accused after a video of the incident went viral.

Criminal Killed In Jammu After Police Encounter

Criminal Killed In Jammu After Police Encounter

Rediff.com1 days ago

A 30-year-old criminal was killed in a shootout with police on the outskirts of Jammu after attempting to breach a cordon and opening fire. The incident occurred in the Miran Sahib area, and a search is underway for the other criminal involved.

Life Sentence For Killer Of Indian Student Kartik Vasudev

Life Sentence For Killer Of Indian Student Kartik Vasudev

Rediff.com7 days ago

A court in Toronto has sentenced a man to life imprisonment for the murder of Indian student Kartik Vasudev, rejecting his plea of not being criminally responsible due to a mental disorder.

Jharkhand ATS Nabs Three, Seizes US-Made Firearm

Jharkhand ATS Nabs Three, Seizes US-Made Firearm

Rediff.com2 days ago

The Jharkhand Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) arrested three individuals in Deoghar and seized a US-made pistol during an operation in the Town police station area.

Key Lashkar figure and Hafiz Saeed aide Yousaf Afridi shot dead in Pakistan

Key Lashkar figure and Hafiz Saeed aide Yousaf Afridi shot dead in Pakistan

Rediff.com23 hours ago

Sheikh Yousaf Afridi, a key Lashkar-e-Taiba figure and close associate of Hafiz Saeed, was shot dead by unidentified gunmen in Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, police said.

Key LeT Figure Yousaf Afridi Killed In Pakistan

Key LeT Figure Yousaf Afridi Killed In Pakistan

Rediff.com13 hours ago

Sheikh Yousaf Afridi, a key Lashkar-e-Taiba figure and a close associate of Mumbai terror attack mastermind Hafiz Saeed, was shot dead by unidentified gunmen in Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, police said.

Delhi Advocate Battles For Life After Husband's Attack

Delhi Advocate Battles For Life After Husband's Attack

Rediff.com1 days ago

A 38-year-old woman advocate in Delhi is fighting for her life after being attacked by her husband, with her family alleging years of domestic violence and a property dispute as contributing factors.

Why Mirabai Chanu Is Skipping Asian Championships

Why Mirabai Chanu Is Skipping Asian Championships

Rediff.com1 days ago

Mirabai Chanu will miss the Asian Championships due to a shoulder injury sustained during the National Championships. Komal Kohar is expected to replace her in the Indian team.

Tension During KSU Protest Over BDS Student's Death

Tension During KSU Protest Over BDS Student's Death

Rediff.com1 days ago

A protest march by KSU activists in Malappuram, Kerala, demanding justice for a BDS student's death in Kannur, turned tense as activists clashed with police and briefly blocked a national highway.

How Meerut Police Busted An Illegal Arms Factory Hidden Under A Bed

How Meerut Police Busted An Illegal Arms Factory Hidden Under A Bed

Rediff.com21 hours ago

Police in Meerut busted an illegal arms manufacturing factory concealed in the basement of a house, with the entrance hidden under a double bed. Eleven people were arrested, and investigations are ongoing to uncover the network involved.

Farmer arrested after tiger electrocuted in MP; toll touches 25 this year

Farmer arrested after tiger electrocuted in MP; toll touches 25 this year

Rediff.com1 days ago

A sub-adult tiger was found electrocuted and dumped in a well in Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh. The farmer who owns the well has been arrested. This incident brings the total number of tiger deaths in the state to 25 since January, raising concerns about wildlife protection.

How India's Digital Infrastructure Can Boost GDP By 2030

How India's Digital Infrastructure Can Boost GDP By 2030

Rediff.com1 days ago

A NITI Aayog report indicates that India's digital public infrastructure (DPI) initiatives are projected to contribute significantly to the nation's GDP, potentially reaching 4 per cent by 2030.

Hartal Disrupts Life In Kerala: Here's Why

Hartal Disrupts Life In Kerala: Here's Why

Rediff.com14 hours ago

A statewide hartal called by Dalit organisations seeking justice in the death of a dental college student has disrupted normal life in Kerala, with protesters blocking vehicles and forcing shops to close.

Kerala Spa Raid: Bangladeshi Women Detained, Illegal Activities Suspected

Kerala Spa Raid: Bangladeshi Women Detained, Illegal Activities Suspected

Rediff.com4 days ago

Two women suspected to be Bangladeshi nationals were detained from a spa in Edapazhanji, Kerala. Police suspect the spa may have been involved in illegal activities, and further investigation is underway.

Hindu Caretaker Found Dead; Minority Group Demands Justice

Hindu Caretaker Found Dead; Minority Group Demands Justice

Rediff.com2 days ago

A Hindu temple caretaker was found dead in southeastern Bangladesh, prompting calls for a thorough investigation and justice from a minority group.

Delhi University College Renaming Sparks Staff Protest

Delhi University College Renaming Sparks Staff Protest

Rediff.com5 days ago

Staff at Delhi University's Dyal Singh Evening College stage a fresh protest against the proposed renaming of the institution, raising concerns about the legacy of Sardar Dyal Singh Majithia and the lack of consultation in the decision-making process.