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We always choose larger stadiums to host major fixtures, says BCCI vice-president Shukla

We always choose larger stadiums to host major fixtures, says BCCI vice-president Shukla

Rediff.com   17 hours ago

BCCI vice-president Rajeev Shukla on Monday said Ahmedabad was chosen to host the IPL 2026 final because of its large seating capacity, which allows more fans to attend and helps generate higher revenue.

Faridabad Woman Found Dead; Family Alleges Murder

Faridabad Woman Found Dead; Family Alleges Murder

Rediff.com   18 hours ago

A woman was found dead at her home in Faridabad, with her family alleging murder by her husband, his alleged lover, and his parents. Police have registered a case and are investigating the matter.

Mumbai Man Arrested After Wife Found Murdered

Mumbai Man Arrested After Wife Found Murdered

Rediff.com   18 hours ago

A man was arrested for allegedly murdering his wife and fleeing after locking their house in Mumbai's Malvani area with the corpse inside, a police official said.

Land Dispute Turns Deadly: Man Kills Brother, Then Himself

Land Dispute Turns Deadly: Man Kills Brother, Then Himself

Rediff.com   18 hours ago

A man in Kannauj, Uttar Pradesh, allegedly killed his elder brother with a sharp weapon over a land dispute and later died by suicide, police said.

Debt-Ridden Man Stages Death To Claim Insurance Money

Debt-Ridden Man Stages Death To Claim Insurance Money

Rediff.com   18 hours ago

A debt-ridden man in Jalna allegedly staged his own death to escape financial liabilities and claim an insurance benefit of Rs 20 lakh by masterminding the killing of his acquaintance, whose body was found inside a gutted car.

Faridabad Woman Found Dead; Family Alleges Murder

Faridabad Woman Found Dead; Family Alleges Murder

Rediff.com   18 hours ago

A woman was found dead at her home in Faridabad, with her family alleging murder by her husband, his alleged lover, and his parents. Police have registered a case and are investigating the matter.

Speeding Car Kills E-Rickshaw Driver In Kurla

Speeding Car Kills E-Rickshaw Driver In Kurla

Rediff.com   18 hours ago

A man was killed in Kurla's Nehru Nagar area after a speeding car rammed into his e-rickshaw and three parked vehicles. The driver fled after taking the injured victim to hospital, where he was declared dead.

Saket Building Collapse: Owner Arrested After Tragedy

Saket Building Collapse: Owner Arrested After Tragedy

Rediff.com   18 hours ago

Delhi Police have arrested the owner of the building that collapsed in Saket, resulting in six deaths and several injuries.

Odisha: Three Detained After Elephant Electrocuted, Buried

Odisha: Three Detained After Elephant Electrocuted, Buried

Rediff.com   18 hours ago

Three individuals have been detained in Odisha's Dhenkanal district for allegedly electrocuting a wild elephant and burying its carcass on a farmhouse property.

How Satwik-Chirag Plan To Build On Singapore Open Victory

How Satwik-Chirag Plan To Build On Singapore Open Victory

Rediff.com   18 hours ago

Indian badminton stars Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty discuss their Singapore Open victory, overcoming injuries, and their ambitions for future tournaments, including the World Championships and the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.

Cockroach Janta Party founder to return to India, lead stir against Pradhan

Cockroach Janta Party founder to return to India, lead stir against Pradhan

Rediff.com   18 hours ago

Cockroach Janta Party founder Abhijeet Dipke plans to return to India to launch a peaceful protest seeking the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over examination-related lapses.

BJP gives ticket to Supriya Sule's daughter's future father in-law

BJP gives ticket to Supriya Sule's daughter's future father in-law

Rediff.com   18 hours ago

BJP candidate Arun Lakhani, contesting the Maharashtra legislative council elections, addresses the unique situation of his son's marriage to Supriya Sule's daughter, emphasising the separation of politics and family ties.

How Satwik-Chirag Plan To Build On Singapore Open Victory

How Satwik-Chirag Plan To Build On Singapore Open Victory

Rediff.com   18 hours ago

Indian badminton stars Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty discuss their Singapore Open victory, overcoming injuries, and their ambitions for future tournaments, including the World Championships and the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.

Kerala High Court Adjourns CMRL Appeal In ED Case

Kerala High Court Adjourns CMRL Appeal In ED Case

Rediff.com   18 hours ago

The Kerala High Court has admitted an appeal by CMRL against a single-judge verdict allowing the ED to continue its money laundering investigation into the company's dealings with Veena T, daughter of former Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan.

RBI Achieves Near-Perfect Application Processing Rate

RBI Achieves Near-Perfect Application Processing Rate

Rediff.com   18 hours ago

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) announced that it processed 99.9 per cent of applications within the prescribed timeline under its Citizen's Charter in May 2026. The central bank handled 18,763 applications, showcasing efficient processing across various functions.

ICC To Assess Impact Of Franchise Cricket On International Calendar

ICC To Assess Impact Of Franchise Cricket On International Calendar

Rediff.com   18 hours ago

The ICC board has formed a committee to assess the impact of the growing franchise cricket leagues on the international cricket calendar, aiming to strike a balance and prevent disruption.

Former Village Official Murdered In West Singhbhum

Former Village Official Murdered In West Singhbhum

Rediff.com   18 hours ago

A former deputy mukhiya was allegedly shot dead at his residence in Jharkhand's West Singhbhum district, police said on Monday.

Chhattisgarh Liquor Scam: ED Attaches Assets Worth Over Rs 1,000 Crore

Chhattisgarh Liquor Scam: ED Attaches Assets Worth Over Rs 1,000 Crore

Rediff.com   18 hours ago

The Enforcement Directorate has attached properties worth over Rs 1,000 crore as part of its investigation into the alleged Chhattisgarh liquor scam, filing a fresh complaint against four additional accused.

Kerala Minister Orders Probe Into Abuse Claims Against Accused In Toddler Death Case

Kerala Minister Orders Probe Into Abuse Claims Against Accused In Toddler Death Case

Rediff.com   18 hours ago

Kerala Minister Bindu Krishna has ordered a comprehensive investigation into allegations against Ashkar, arrested in connection with the death of a toddler, following claims of abuse by his first wife's family. The investigation was launched after a post-mortem examination revealed multiple injuries on the child's body, indicating severe physical abuse.

Ex-Kotak Mahindra Executive Arrested In Rs 145 Cr Panchkula Fraud

Ex-Kotak Mahindra Executive Arrested In Rs 145 Cr Panchkula Fraud

Rediff.com   18 hours ago

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has arrested a former Kotak Mahindra Bank executive, Pushpinder Singh, alleged to be the mastermind of a Rs 145-crore fraud involving Panchkula municipal corporation officials, bank employees, and private individuals.