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IPL 2026: Struggling Kolkata Knight Riders brace for Shami challenge in crucial LSG clash

IPL 2026: Struggling Kolkata Knight Riders brace for Shami challenge in crucial LSG clash

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Kolkata Knight Riders, struggling to find form, face a tough challenge against Lucknow Super Giants, spearheaded by Mohammed Shami, in their IPL 2026 match.

CEC asks TMC delegation to 'get lost'; O'Brien accused of 'shouting'

CEC asks TMC delegation to 'get lost'; O'Brien accused of 'shouting'

Rediff.com   3 days ago

A Trinamool Congress delegation reported a contentious meeting with the Election Commission, alleging the chief election commissioner dismissed them abruptly, while the EC has accused the TMC of disruptive behaviour.

Odisha Police Use NSA to Detain Alleged Cattle Smuggler

Odisha Police Use NSA to Detain Alleged Cattle Smuggler

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Odisha Police have invoked the National Security Act (NSA) against a suspected cattle smuggler with multiple pending cases, including illegal transportation and assault.

Iran War: 'What Makes Both Sides Trust Pakistan'?

Iran War: 'What Makes Both Sides Trust Pakistan'?

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'American stature has been reduced because they have not been able to achieve their aims.'

Unscramble The Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai Jigsaw Puzzle

Unscramble The Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai Jigsaw Puzzle

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Have fun with this fun jigsaw!

Nine Jailed After Protest and Vandalism at Mathura Liquor Shop

Nine Jailed After Protest and Vandalism at Mathura Liquor Shop

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Nine people, including women, have been arrested and jailed for allegedly vandalising a liquor shop in Mathura, Uttar Pradesh, during a protest against its opening.

Samay Raina opens up on Latent row, hints at second season

Samay Raina opens up on Latent row, hints at second season

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Comedian Samay Raina discusses the controversy surrounding his show 'India's Got Latent' and hints at a second season in a new stand-up special.

Itanagar Woman Killed in Hacking Attack; Suspect Apprehended

Itanagar Woman Killed in Hacking Attack; Suspect Apprehended

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A 42-year-old woman was allegedly hacked to death in Itanagar. Police have apprehended a suspect and are investigating the motive behind the attack.

Operation CyHawk 4.0: Delhi Police Arrests Over 600 in Cybercrime Sweep

Operation CyHawk 4.0: Delhi Police Arrests Over 600 in Cybercrime Sweep

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Delhi Police arrested over 600 individuals and detained more than 8,000 suspects during Operation CyHawk 4.0, a major crackdown on cybercrime.

Zakir Khan's Dhurandhar Joke Upsets Bollywood

Zakir Khan's Dhurandhar Joke Upsets Bollywood

Rediff.com   3 days ago

A lighthearted joke by comedian Zakir Khan at the Chetak Screen Awards 2026 has ignited a debate within Bollywood about jealousy and artistic contribution following the success of 'Dhurandhar 2'. The film's box office triumph has exposed underlying tensions and prompted discussions about star power and creative content.

'Sidelined' in Iran truce: Israeli Oppn slams Netanyahu

'Sidelined' in Iran truce: Israeli Oppn slams Netanyahu

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Lapid said the Israeli military carried out everything that was asked of it, but Netanyahu failed politically and strategically.

Iran War: Pakistan Was Flimsy, Face-Saving Fig Leaf

Iran War: Pakistan Was Flimsy, Face-Saving Fig Leaf

Rediff.com   3 days ago

Nobody takes Pakistan seriously and therefore Pakistan's sudden mediating with almost immediate results of a ceasefire seems more contrived than real, points out Vice Admiral Biswajit Dasgupta (retd).

Delhi Police Uncover Fake Call Centre Scam, Arrest 19

Delhi Police Uncover Fake Call Centre Scam, Arrest 19

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Delhi Police have dismantled a fraudulent call centre in Pitampura, arresting 19 individuals for allegedly defrauding people nationwide by posing as representatives of a finance company offering fake loans and insurance schemes.

Delhi Airport Customs Intercept 12.91 Crore Ganja Smuggling Attempt

Delhi Airport Customs Intercept 12.91 Crore Ganja Smuggling Attempt

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Customs officials at Indira Gandhi International Airport in Delhi seized suspected ganja worth 12.91 crore from a passenger arriving from Bangkok.

Six Militants Killed in Balochistan Security Operation

Six Militants Killed in Balochistan Security Operation

Rediff.com   3 days ago

Pakistani security forces killed six militants in an intelligence-based operation in Balochistan province. The militants, belonging to a banned outfit, were preparing an attack when security forces intervened.

Iran Ceasefire: Pakistan Was Reading From Washington's Script

Iran Ceasefire: Pakistan Was Reading From Washington's Script

Rediff.com   3 days ago

By all available indications, the White House drafted a face-saving note and handed it, ready-made, to Islamabad. Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif was supposed to then post it in the guise of a plea urging Trump to extend the deadline by two weeks 'to allow diplomacy to run its course'. Trump would then graciously accept Pakistan's 'request' and declare a ceasefire. Sharif dutifully posted the message on X. Except that he, or whoever was handling the account, forgot to delete the tell-tale first line visible in the edit history: 'Draft - Pakistan's PM Message on X'. Prem Panicker's must read blog on the Iran War.

Biocon eyes global insulin leadership as rivals pivot to GLP-1 therapies

Biocon eyes global insulin leadership as rivals pivot to GLP-1 therapies

Rediff.com   3 days ago

Biocon aims to become the world's leading insulin company, capitalising on larger pharmaceutical rivals' strategic shift towards newer, high-margin GLP-1 diabetes therapies. The company plans to expand its insulin presence across 80 markets, focusing on value maximisation and addressing the indispensable need for insulin, particularly for Type-1 and late-stage Type-2 diabetics.

Delhi Police Arrest Vegetable Vendor for Child Molestation

Delhi Police Arrest Vegetable Vendor for Child Molestation

Rediff.com   3 days ago

A 25-year-old vegetable vendor has been arrested in Delhi for allegedly molesting an 11-year-old girl. Police used CCTV footage to identify and apprehend the suspect.

Vance to lead US-Iran talks in Islamabad on April 10

Vance to lead US-Iran talks in Islamabad on April 10

Rediff.com   3 days ago

The meeting follows a ceasefire agreement that was announced and welcomed by Shehbaz Sharif, who also extended invitations to both delegations for further negotiations.

CRPF Commando Killed by Falling Tree During Storm in Jharkhand

CRPF Commando Killed by Falling Tree During Storm in Jharkhand

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A CoBra commando died after being struck by a falling tree during a storm in West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand. The incident occurred at a CRPF camp in the Saranda forest.