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Air India tickets to get costlier as airline levies fuel surcharge

Air India tickets to get costlier as airline levies fuel surcharge

Rediff.com6 minutes ago

Air India and Air India Express are introducing a fuel surcharge on domestic and international flights due to rising jet fuel prices, impacting travel costs for passengers.

Rajasthan Farmer and Son Electrocuted While Working in Field

Rajasthan Farmer and Son Electrocuted While Working in Field

Rediff.com7 minutes ago

A farmer and his son died by electrocution in Rajasthan's Pratapgarh district after coming into contact with a live wire while working in their field.

J&K Revenue Official Nabbed for Accepting Bribe in Srinagar

J&K Revenue Official Nabbed for Accepting Bribe in Srinagar

Rediff.com20 minutes ago

The Jammu and Kashmir Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) arrested a revenue department official in Srinagar for accepting a bribe of Rs 10,000 for issuing revenue extracts.

India Secures Hosting Rights for Asia Cup Archery After 22 Years

India Secures Hosting Rights for Asia Cup Archery After 22 Years

Rediff.com33 minutes ago

India is set to host the Asia Cup archery tournament in Delhi in 2027, marking the return of major international archery events to the country after 22 years. Ahmedabad will host the Asian Para Archery Championships in September, and Kolkata will host the South Asian Archery Championships in 2026.

Gujarat govt allocates Rs 1,331 Cr to make Ahmedabad 'Olympic-ready'

Gujarat govt allocates Rs 1,331 Cr to make Ahmedabad 'Olympic-ready'

Rediff.com35 minutes ago

The Gujarat government has announced a significant investment in sports infrastructure, with the goal of transforming the state into a sports hub and positioning Ahmedabad as a potential host city for the 2036 Olympic Games.

Lucknow Teenager Detained in Father's Death: Abuse Alleged

Lucknow Teenager Detained in Father's Death: Abuse Alleged

Rediff.com37 minutes ago

A 17-year-old boy in Lucknow has been detained by police after allegedly killing his father, who was reportedly a drug addict and abusive towards his family. The incident occurred after a dispute, and investigations revealed the father's substance abuse and mistreatment of family members as potential motives.

Iran war impact: LPG shortage threatens hotels, restaurants closures across India

Iran war impact: LPG shortage threatens hotels, restaurants closures across India

Rediff.com39 minutes ago

Indian restaurants are grappling with a severe LPG shortage due to the West Asia conflict, forcing them to innovate with menus and cooking methods or face potential closures, impacting the food industry and consumers across the country.

Scrap Dealer Found Dead in Faridabad; Three Arrested

Scrap Dealer Found Dead in Faridabad; Three Arrested

Rediff.com40 minutes ago

A 31-year-old scrap tools dealer from Delhi was found murdered in Faridabad after going missing with a large sum of money. Police have arrested three men in connection with the crime, which appears to be linked to a monetary dispute.

Army columns deployed in Meghalaya district after 2 killed in police firing

Army columns deployed in Meghalaya district after 2 killed in police firing

Rediff.com41 minutes ago

Curfew and mobile internet suspension imposed in Meghalaya's West Garo Hills district following violence related to the Garo Hills Autonomous District Council (GHADC) election nomination process.

Meghalaya LoP Files FIR Against Ex-MLA Over Alleged Provocative Speech

Meghalaya LoP Files FIR Against Ex-MLA Over Alleged Provocative Speech

Rediff.com53 minutes ago

Meghalaya's Leader of the Opposition, Mukul Sangma, has filed a First Information Report (FIR) against former legislator Estamur Momin over an allegedly provocative speech concerning the Garo Hills Autonomous District Council (GHADC) elections.

Delhi Man with Past Murder Case Shot Dead in Suspected Revenge Killing

Delhi Man with Past Murder Case Shot Dead in Suspected Revenge Killing

Rediff.com58 minutes ago

A 30-year-old man with a prior involvement in a murder case was fatally shot in Delhi's Madangir area, with police investigating a potential revenge motive.

Textile Recycling Market in India to Reach USD 3.5 Billion by 2030

Textile Recycling Market in India to Reach USD 3.5 Billion by 2030

Rediff.com1 hour ago

A new report indicates that India's textile recycling market is projected to reach USD 3.5 billion by 2030, potentially creating one lakh green jobs. The report highlights the current state of textile waste management and opportunities for circularity in the Indian textile industry.

Truck Accident and Road Construction Incident Claim Lives in Jharkhand

Truck Accident and Road Construction Incident Claim Lives in Jharkhand

Rediff.com1 hour ago

Two separate accidents in Jharkhand, India, resulted in the deaths of two individuals. A truck accident in Hazaribag district claimed two lives, while a road construction incident in Chatra district led to another fatality.

LPG Crisis Threatens Closure of Mumbai Hotels: What's Behind the Shortage?

LPG Crisis Threatens Closure of Mumbai Hotels: What's Behind the Shortage?

Rediff.com1 hour ago

Mumbai hotels and restaurants are facing potential closures due to a critical shortage of commercial LPG cylinders, with similar disruptions reported across India. The crisis stems from revised government priorities for domestically produced natural gas, impacting the hospitality sector and potentially affecting tourism.

Wild Elephant Kills Forest Watcher in Palakkad, Kerala

Wild Elephant Kills Forest Watcher in Palakkad, Kerala

Rediff.com1 hour ago

A forest watcher was killed in a wild elephant attack in Kerala's Palakkad district while attempting to drive the animal away from a populated area.

Indian Wells organisers apologise as Venus Williams misses out on doubles over draw error

Indian Wells organisers apologise as Venus Williams misses out on doubles over draw error

Rediff.com1 hour ago

Organisers of the Indian Wells tennis tournament apologised to Venus Williams and her playing partner Leylah Fernandez after a clerical error ahead of the women's doubles draw denied the wildcard duo the opportunity to compete.

The Girl From Bhandup Who Became Ms Universe USA

The Girl From Bhandup Who Became Ms Universe USA

Rediff.com1 hour ago

'Don't let the world put you in a box. If the world tries to put you in a box, don't stay in it. Step out of it. And if you have to, burn that box completely,' says Siddhata Patil.

Graphene: The 'Wonder Material' Poised to Revolutionise Water Purification

Graphene: The 'Wonder Material' Poised to Revolutionise Water Purification

Rediff.com1 hour ago

Scientists at the GraphIN 2026 conference in Kochi highlighted graphene's potential in water purification, discussing graphene-based membranes and nanocomposites for removing pollutants and improving desalination.

Jharkhand RPF Rescues Four Minors, Arrests Trafficker

Jharkhand RPF Rescues Four Minors, Arrests Trafficker

Rediff.com1 hour ago

Railway Protection Force (RPF) personnel in Jharkhand have rescued four minors, including a girl from Odisha, and arrested a man from Bihar for alleged human trafficking.

Delhi YouTuber's Death Sparks Family Protest Over Alleged Foul Play

Delhi YouTuber's Death Sparks Family Protest Over Alleged Foul Play

Rediff.com1 hour ago

A 31-year-old YouTuber and garment trader was found dead in Delhi, prompting his family to allege foul play and stage a protest, demanding a thorough investigation into the circumstances surrounding his death.

Pune Porsche crash: Minor driver's father granted bail in blood sample case

Pune Porsche crash: Minor driver's father granted bail in blood sample case

Rediff.com2 hours ago

The Supreme Court has granted bail to Vishal Agarwal, the father of the minor accused of driving the Porsche in the fatal Pune crash, in connection with the blood sample swapping case.

Tiger Attack Claims Life Near Maharashtra Tiger Reserve

Tiger Attack Claims Life Near Maharashtra Tiger Reserve

Rediff.com2 hours ago

A 48-year-old man was killed by a tiger in the buffer zone of the Tadoba-Andhari Tiger Reserve (TATR) in Chandrapur district, Maharashtra, while collecting firewood.

'Today will be yet again our most intense day of strikes inside Iran': US

'Today will be yet again our most intense day of strikes inside Iran': US

Rediff.com2 hours ago

Despite the escalation in US military action, the War Secretary noted that Iran's missile response has declined in the last 24 hours.

Kerala Opposition Questions CM's Silence on Minister's Allegations

Kerala Opposition Questions CM's Silence on Minister's Allegations

Rediff.com2 hours ago

The Leader of Opposition in Kerala is demanding answers from the Chief Minister regarding allegations against Transport Minister K B Ganesh Kumar made by his wife, questioning the government's commitment to women's safety.

Massive Cyber Fraud Network Busted: 2,900 Mule Accounts Used

Massive Cyber Fraud Network Busted: 2,900 Mule Accounts Used

Rediff.com2 hours ago

Police in Belagavi, Karnataka, have uncovered a large cyber fraud network using 2,900 mule bank accounts to funnel fraudulent transactions. The fraudsters target unemployed youth and women with promises of easy commissions, persuading them to share or open bank accounts used for illegal fund transfers.

40,000+ Government Posts Vacant in Jammu and Kashmir: What's Being Done?

40,000+ Government Posts Vacant in Jammu and Kashmir: What's Being Done?

Rediff.com2 hours ago

The Jammu and Kashmir government is working to fill over 40,000 vacant posts across various departments, with a focus on health, education, and general administration.

Bengaluru Police Nab Four in Narcotics Crackdown

Bengaluru Police Nab Four in Narcotics Crackdown

Rediff.com2 hours ago

Bengaluru police arrested four individuals, including three from other states, for allegedly selling banned narcotic substances. The police seized a significant quantity of ganja, hydro ganja, and MDMA.

India Out of AFC Women's Asian Cup After Loss to Chinese Taipei

India Out of AFC Women's Asian Cup After Loss to Chinese Taipei

Rediff.com2 hours ago

India's campaign in the AFC Women's Asian Cup ended with a 3-1 defeat to Chinese Taipei, highlighting their inability to convert chances despite dominating the game.

Sweety Devi and Panthoi Chanu Hospitalised After AFC Women's Asian Cup Clash

Sweety Devi and Panthoi Chanu Hospitalised After AFC Women's Asian Cup Clash

Rediff.com2 hours ago

Indian football team captain Sweety Devi and goalkeeper Panthoi Chanu were hospitalised after sustaining injuries during their match against Chinese Taipei in the AFC Women's Asian Cup. The injuries occurred during a collision in the 83rd minute, leading to their team's defeat and elimination from the tournament.

Time has come for Uniform Civil Code, but best left to legislature: SC

Time has come for Uniform Civil Code, but best left to legislature: SC

Rediff.com3 hours ago

The Supreme Court of India has stated that the time has come for a Uniform Civil Code (UCC), while hearing a plea challenging the Shariat law of 1937. The court suggested that the legislature should address the issue of discrimination against Muslim women.

Odisha Mother Pleads for Daughter's Rescue After Alleged Kidnapping to Bangladesh

Odisha Mother Pleads for Daughter's Rescue After Alleged Kidnapping to Bangladesh

Rediff.com3 hours ago

An Odisha woman has appealed to the state and central governments for assistance in rescuing her daughter, who she claims was kidnapped and taken to Bangladesh five years ago. The daughter reportedly contacted her mother recently, alleging captivity and forced religious conversion.

Harbhajan slams Kirti Azad for 'politicising' Team India's temple visit with T20 World Cup trophy

Harbhajan slams Kirti Azad for 'politicising' Team India's temple visit with T20 World Cup trophy

Rediff.com3 hours ago

Harbhajan Singh criticises Kirti Azad for questioning Team India's temple visit with T20 World Cup trophy

7 workers killed, many hurt after soil collapse at Gurugram site

7 workers killed, many hurt after soil collapse at Gurugram site

Rediff.com3 hours ago

Seven labourers died and four were injured in Gurugram after a soil collapse at a construction site. An inquiry has been launched amid allegations of inadequate safety measures.

Smriti Mandhana solidifies top spot in ODI batting charts; Jemimah drops to 12th

Smriti Mandhana solidifies top spot in ODI batting charts; Jemimah drops to 12th

Rediff.com3 hours ago

Smriti Mandhana retains her top position in the latest women's ODI batting rankings, while New Zealand players make significant gains after strong performances against Zimbabwe.

Bomb Threats Trigger Evacuations in Gujarat, Later Deemed Hoax

Bomb Threats Trigger Evacuations in Gujarat, Later Deemed Hoax

Rediff.com3 hours ago

A private university in Vadodara was evacuated following a bomb threat email, while similar messages were received by multiple passport and post offices across Gujarat. All threats were later deemed a hoax after extensive searches found nothing suspicious.

Bomb Scare: Rajasthan Passport Offices Searched After Threat

Bomb Scare: Rajasthan Passport Offices Searched After Threat

Rediff.com3 hours ago

Passport offices, seva kendras, and post offices across Rajasthan were searched following a bomb threat email, leading to evacuations and security operations.

'He hugs and winks': Rijiju mocks Rahul, praises Priyanka; Cong MP hits back

'He hugs and winks': Rijiju mocks Rahul, praises Priyanka; Cong MP hits back

Rediff.com3 hours ago

Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju strongly defended Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla against a no-confidence motion, accusing the Congress party of attacking constitutional institutions and undermining parliamentary democracy.

Indian Boxers Shine at World Boxing Futures Cup in Thailand

Indian Boxers Shine at World Boxing Futures Cup in Thailand

Rediff.com3 hours ago

Five Indian youth boxers secured victories on the third day of the World Boxing Futures Cup in Bangkok, showcasing their talent and dominance in the international arena.

How Punjab Police Uncovered a Cyber Fraud Ring Preying on Women

How Punjab Police Uncovered a Cyber Fraud Ring Preying on Women

Rediff.com3 hours ago

Punjab Police have arrested three members of a cyber fraud gang who used voice-changing software and fake social media profiles to extort money from women by threatening to circulate AI-generated objectionable videos.

SC orders independent tribunals for Bengal voter list appeals

SC orders independent tribunals for Bengal voter list appeals

Rediff.com3 hours ago

The Supreme Court has directed the establishment of independent appellate tribunals, led by former high court judges, to address appeals related to voter list exclusions in West Bengal, while also cautioning against undermining judicial officers involved in the process.