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Police Use Brutal Force Against CJP Protestors

Police Use Brutal Force Against CJP Protestors

Rediff.com   20 Jul 2026

Glimpses from the police action against the Cockroach Janta party' march to Parliament on Monday.

Sonam Wangchuk Shows No Signs Of Ending Fast

Sonam Wangchuk Shows No Signs Of Ending Fast

Rediff.com   17 Jul 2026

Several Opposition leaders, including the Congress' Pawan Khera, showed solidarity with activist Sonam Wangchuk's indefinite fast at Jantar Mantar which has entered twentieth, demanding Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation over alleged NEET examination irregularities.

Independence Day Freedom for Murder Convict Dara Singh?

Independence Day Freedom for Murder Convict Dara Singh?

Rediff.com   16 Jul 2026

Under the Odisha state premature release policy, prisoners whose death sentences were commuted to life imprisonment become eligible for remission after completing 25 years in prison, subject to recommendations by the Odisha State Sentence Review Board and approval by the state government. Dara Singh has now spent more than 26 years in prison.

Will Modi Appeal To Sonam Wangchuk To End His Fast?

Will Modi Appeal To Sonam Wangchuk To End His Fast?

Rediff.com   15 Jul 2026

As Sonam Wangchuk's indefinite hunger strike entered the 17th day, concerns over the famed environmentalist and educationist's rapidly deteriorating health intensified, prompting appeals from political leaders, celebrities and social media urging him to end his fast.

9 Facts About the $50 Million T Rex

9 Facts About the $50 Million T Rex

Rediff.com   15 Jul 2026

9 fascinating facts about the dinosaur that shattered auction records.

'Don't want Phunsukh Wangdu to die': 'Chatur' from '3 Idiots' backs Wangchuk

'Don't want Phunsukh Wangdu to die': 'Chatur' from '3 Idiots' backs Wangchuk

Rediff.com   15 Jul 2026

Omi Vaidya, known as Chatur from '3 Idiots', has publicly supported climate activist Sonam Wangchuk, who is on an indefinite hunger strike in New Delhi, drawing attention to Wangchuk's deteriorating health and the inspiration he provided for Aamir Khan's character in the film.

Omar's 'If Only!' spoof on Trump support for statehood sparks row

Omar's 'If Only!' spoof on Trump support for statehood sparks row

Rediff.com   13 Jul 2026

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah shared a fabricated social media post attributed to former US President Donald Trump, captioned 'If only!', to highlight his demand for the restoration of J&K's statehood, drawing significant criticism online.

Hours After These Pix, Lindsey Graham Was Dead

Hours After These Pix, Lindsey Graham Was Dead

Rediff.com   13 Jul 2026

US Senator Lindsey Graham passed away of a cardiac arrest a few hours after these photographs were taken.

Army Chief Reviews LoC Security During J&K Visit

Army Chief Reviews LoC Security During J&K Visit

Rediff.com   10 Jul 2026

General Dhiraj Seth assessed operational preparedness, counter-terror operations and border security across Jammu and Kashmir.

Shri Ram Bhoomi Movie Gets Rolling

Shri Ram Bhoomi Movie Gets Rolling

Rediff.com   10 Jul 2026

'Our new film, Shri Ram Bhoomi, begins shooting today in Ayodhya. How can any new work begin without the blessings of Ram Lalla and Lord Hanuman?'

Hope Amid The Rubble: Search For Missing Worker Continues

Hope Amid The Rubble: Search For Missing Worker Continues

Rediff.com   9 Jul 2026

Wayanad tunnel project landslide death toll has risen to seven as rescue teams continue searching for the last missing worker.

Race Against Time in Wayanad Landslide

Race Against Time in Wayanad Landslide

Rediff.com   8 Jul 2026

Glimpses from the ongoing search and rescue operation after a deadly landslide at the Kalladi tunnel construction site in Wayanad.

Amit Shah Bids Farewell To IB Chief

Amit Shah Bids Farewell To IB Chief

Rediff.com   8 Jul 2026

On Tuesday, July 7, Intelligence Bureau Director Tapan Kumar Deka was accorded a farewell by Union Home Minister Amit Shah in New Delhi.

Major Crackdown On Bishnoi Gang; 24 Arrested In US, Canada, Europe

Major Crackdown On Bishnoi Gang; 24 Arrested In US, Canada, Europe

Rediff.com   8 Jul 2026

A coordinated international operation, 'Operation Hard Ball', led to the arrest of 24 alleged members and associates of three India-based criminal syndicates, including the Lawrence Bishnoi gang, across the US, Canada, and Europe.

'Man-Made' Disaster Rocks Kerala Again

'Man-Made' Disaster Rocks Kerala Again

Rediff.com   8 Jul 2026

A massive landslide at Wayanad's Kalladi tunnel project killed three people, with politicians blaming contractors for ignoring repeated warnings to remove dumped earth.

The Night When Rain Swallowed A Town In J&K

The Night When Rain Swallowed A Town In J&K

Rediff.com   7 Jul 2026

Cloudburst-triggered landslide devastates Thathri town in Jammu and Kashmir's Doda district, damaging homes and shops, but no lives are lost.

Wayanad Landslide Caught On CCTV

Wayanad Landslide Caught On CCTV

Rediff.com   7 Jul 2026

The images trace the terrifying moments as a tanker truck was swept away before debris clearance began.

America Marks 250 Years In Spectacular Style

America Marks 250 Years In Spectacular Style

Rediff.com   6 Jul 2026

Fireworks, rallies, drone shows and patriotic gatherings marked the historic milestone from coast to coast.

Iranians Want Trump, Netanyahu's Blood At Khamenei Funeral

Iranians Want Trump, Netanyahu's Blood At Khamenei Funeral

Rediff.com   6 Jul 2026

Glimpses of Iran's farewell to Ayatollah Ali Khamenei as mourners gathered in huge numbers for his funeral procession in Tehran.

Thousands Bids Farewell To Ayatollah Khamenei

Thousands Bids Farewell To Ayatollah Khamenei

Rediff.com   4 Jul 2026

Thousands of mourners gathered at Tehran's Imam Khomeini Grand Mosalla on July 4, 2026 for a farewell ceremony honouring Iran's late supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Khamenei was killed on February 28 in Israeli and US airstrikes. Grieving crowds carried his portrait and expressed raw emotion as Iran continues its multi-day state funeral proceedings for the slain leader.