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Iran calls India a 'trusted partner'; asserts control over Hormuz

Iran calls India a 'trusted partner'; asserts control over Hormuz

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Iran's ambassador to India, Mohammad Fathali, has described India as a "reliable and compassionate" partner while asserting Tehran's territorial authority over the Strait of Hormuz amidst ongoing regional tensions.

Haryanvi singer booked over offensive language at U'khand college event

Haryanvi singer booked over offensive language at U'khand college event

Rediff.com1 hour ago

Haryanvi singer Masoom Sharma has been booked by police for allegedly using indecent and offensive language during a performance at a DAV College event in Dehradun. A police investigation has been launched following complaints from student representatives.

How Dr. Ambedkar Became 'Babasaheb': The Story Behind the Name

How Dr. Ambedkar Became 'Babasaheb': The Story Behind the Name

Rediff.com1 hour ago

Explore the origins of the name 'Babasaheb' and its significance in the life and legacy of Dr. Bhimrao Ramji Ambedkar, a pivotal figure in India's struggle for social equality.

In Bengal, 90 lakh voter deletions may decide 70 crucial seats

In Bengal, 90 lakh voter deletions may decide 70 crucial seats

Rediff.com2 hours ago

West Bengal's upcoming 2026 election may hinge on the impact of recent electoral roll revisions, particularly in 65-70 closely contested constituencies where victory margins are slim. The deletion of over 90 lakh names, especially in key areas like Nandigram, Bhabanipur, and the Matua belt, has redrawn the electoral map, potentially influencing the outcome for both the TMC and BJP.

How a Social Media Post Led Payal Nag to Para Archery Glory

How a Social Media Post Led Payal Nag to Para Archery Glory

Rediff.com2 hours ago

Teenage quadruple amputee para archer Payal Nag wins gold at the World Para Archery Series in Bangkok, overcoming social stigma and defeating her idol Sheetal Devi.

Record prize pool at Women's T20 World Cup

Record prize pool at Women's T20 World Cup

Rediff.com2 hours ago

The prize pool will be smaller than those at the men's and women's World Cups held in the Indian subcontinent in the last three years.

IPL 2026: Hinge's Manifestation Turns Reality as SRH Debutants shine

IPL 2026: Hinge's Manifestation Turns Reality as SRH Debutants shine

Rediff.com2 hours ago

Praful Hinge and Sakib Hussain, Sunrisers Hyderabad's uncapped pacers, delivered outstanding performances on their IPL debut, leading their team to a significant victory against Rajasthan Royals.

US vows to prosecute Iranian oil buyers as Hormuz blockade begins

US vows to prosecute Iranian oil buyers as Hormuz blockade begins

Rediff.com2 hours ago

The US has threatened to prosecute those buying or selling sanctioned Iranian oil and has announced a blockade of the Strait of Hormuz after peace talks failed.

Delhi Police Nab Two Impersonating Judicial Officer with Firearm

Delhi Police Nab Two Impersonating Judicial Officer with Firearm

Rediff.com2 hours ago

Two men, including one impersonating a judicial officer with forged documents, have been arrested in New Delhi with a firearm and live ammunition. The arrests were made as part of a security drive in the national capital.

Noida labour unrest a conspiracy, Pak link under probe: UP minister

Noida labour unrest a conspiracy, Pak link under probe: UP minister

Rediff.com2 hours ago

Uttar Pradesh Labour Minister Anil Rajbhar has alleged a 'well-planned conspiracy' behind the recent violent protests by workers in Noida, suggesting a possible link to Pakistan in light of recent terror arrests.

Abhishek Banerjee Condemns Arrest of I-PAC Co-founder as Election Intimidation

Abhishek Banerjee Condemns Arrest of I-PAC Co-founder as Election Intimidation

Rediff.com3 hours ago

Trinamool Congress leader Abhishek Banerjee has criticised the arrest of Vinesh Chandel, co-founder of I-PAC, alleging it's a politically motivated attempt to intimidate the opposition and undermine the fairness of the upcoming West Bengal elections.

IPL 2026: CSK's Dhoni Trains in Nets, Still Unlikely for KKR Clash

IPL 2026: CSK's Dhoni Trains in Nets, Still Unlikely for KKR Clash

Rediff.com3 hours ago

MS Dhoni edges closer to full fitness after a brief net session but remains unlikely to feature in CSK's IPL 2026 clash against KKR as the franchise avoids rushing his return.

SRH Opener Abhishek Sharma Sets Unwanted IPL Record

SRH Opener Abhishek Sharma Sets Unwanted IPL Record

Rediff.com3 hours ago

Sunrisers Huderabad's Abhishek Sharma was dismissed for a golden duck by Rajasthan Royals' Jofra Archer on Monday, his 7th duck in T20s this year.

Trump threatens to sink Iranian ships near Hormuz blockade

Trump threatens to sink Iranian ships near Hormuz blockade

Rediff.com3 hours ago

In a sharp escalation of regional tensions, US President Donald Trump issued a fresh warning to Tehran on Monday, asserting that the American military is prepared to sink any Iranian vessels that approach the newly established naval blockade in the Strait of Hormuz.

IPL 2026: Dream Debuts! Hinge, Hussain Power SRH to 57-Run Win

IPL 2026: Dream Debuts! Hinge, Hussain Power SRH to 57-Run Win

Rediff.com3 hours ago

Debutant Praful Hinge scripts IPL history with three wickets in the first over as Sunrisers Hyderabad beat Rajasthan Royals by 57 runs; Ishan Kishan stars with a blazing 91.

Rupee plunges 52 paise to 93.35 against dollar amid West Asia uncertainties

Rupee plunges 52 paise to 93.35 against dollar amid West Asia uncertainties

Rediff.com3 hours ago

The Indian rupee depreciated by 52 paise to settle at 93.35 against the US dollar, driven by failed US-Iran peace talks, surging crude oil prices due to a potential US blockade of Iranian ports, and a global flight to the greenback. This geopolitical uncertainty is also leading to foreign capital withdrawal from domestic equities.

DRI Seizes Cocaine Capsules Worth Crores from Train Passenger in Nagpur

DRI Seizes Cocaine Capsules Worth Crores from Train Passenger in Nagpur

Rediff.com4 hours ago

The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) seized 50 capsules containing 853 grams of cocaine, valued at 4.26 crore, from a woman on the Rajdhani Express at Nagpur station.

Noida factory workers' protest over pay hike turns violent; govt steps in

Noida factory workers' protest over pay hike turns violent; govt steps in

Rediff.com4 hours ago

Protests by factory workers in Noida, India, demanding wage increases turned violent, resulting in arson, vandalism, and stone-pelting in Phase-2 and Sector 60 areas. Police have been deployed to control the situation and maintain order.

Maharashtra Official Demands Action in TCS Sexual Harassment and Conversion Case

Maharashtra Official Demands Action in TCS Sexual Harassment and Conversion Case

Rediff.com4 hours ago

A Maharashtra Legislative Council official has demanded strict action against TCS employees in Nashik following allegations of sexual harassment and forced religious conversion. An SIT has been formed and arrests have been made.

Jammu Man Accused of Duping Resident Over Overseas Job Promise

Jammu Man Accused of Duping Resident Over Overseas Job Promise

Rediff.com4 hours ago

The Special Crime Wing of the Crime Branch, Jammu, has registered a fraud case against a man accused of deceiving a complainant by promising overseas employment for his son.

NIA Court Jails Al Qaeda Affiliates for Life Over UP Terror Conspiracy

NIA Court Jails Al Qaeda Affiliates for Life Over UP Terror Conspiracy

Rediff.com4 hours ago

A special NIA court in Lucknow sentenced three operatives of Al Qaeda affiliate Ansar Ghazwatul Hind to life imprisonment for conspiring to wage war against the Indian government and planning terror attacks in Uttar Pradesh.

Teenage Girl from Jharkhand Rescued After Being Trafficked to Uttar Pradesh

Teenage Girl from Jharkhand Rescued After Being Trafficked to Uttar Pradesh

Rediff.com4 hours ago

A 16-year-old girl from Jharkhand was rescued from Uttar Pradesh after being trafficked and allegedly sold for Rs 25,000. Police arrested two men in connection with the case.

Manesar factory unrest a conspiracy with external links, 6 held: Police

Manesar factory unrest a conspiracy with external links, 6 held: Police

Rediff.com5 hours ago

Gurugram Police have arrested six individuals, alleging a planned conspiracy behind the recent unrest at factories in the IMT-Manesar area. Investigations suggest external elements incited workers to riot and engage in arson over salary hike demands.

Meghalaya: Former MLA Surrenders in Connection with Garo Hills Violence

Meghalaya: Former MLA Surrenders in Connection with Garo Hills Violence

Rediff.com5 hours ago

Former MLA Estamur Mominin surrendered to police in Meghalaya's Ri Bhoi district after evading arrest related to violence following tensions over the GHADC elections.

IMD forecasts below normal monsoon this year due to El Nino risk

IMD forecasts below normal monsoon this year due to El Nino risk

Rediff.com5 hours ago

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted below normal monsoon rains for India this year, citing the potential emergence of El Nino conditions. This could significantly impact the country's agriculture-dependent economy.

Gurugram Coaching Centre Owner Accused of Abducting Woman for Marriage

Gurugram Coaching Centre Owner Accused of Abducting Woman for Marriage

Rediff.com5 hours ago

Gurugram police have booked a coaching centre operator for allegedly abducting a 26-year-old woman for marriage. The victim's family has demanded the immediate arrest of the accused, alleging that the woman is being prevented from contacting them.

Delhi Police Nab Trio in Staged Robbery of 4 Million

Delhi Police Nab Trio in Staged Robbery of 4 Million

Rediff.com5 hours ago

Delhi Police have arrested a husband-wife duo and the woman's brother-in-law for allegedly staging a robbery of nearly 4 million in north Delhi. The servant of the complainant conspired with his wife and her brother-in-law to stage the robbery to repay debts.

Job Racket Busted: Mumbai Police Probe Fraudulent Government Job Promises

Job Racket Busted: Mumbai Police Probe Fraudulent Government Job Promises

Rediff.com5 hours ago

Mumbai Police have registered a case against 13 individuals accused of defrauding ten people of 1.54 crore by promising government jobs. The accused are currently at large, and the investigation is ongoing.

Delhi Police Nab Two Gang Members After Gunfight

Delhi Police Nab Two Gang Members After Gunfight

Rediff.com5 hours ago

Two alleged members of the Himanshu alias Bhau gang were arrested following a brief exchange of fire with the Delhi Police in outer Delhi, officials said.

Odisha Honour Killing: Wife and Lover Arrested in Murder Plot

Odisha Honour Killing: Wife and Lover Arrested in Murder Plot

Rediff.com5 hours ago

Police in Jajpur, Odisha, have arrested five individuals, including a woman and her lover, in connection with the murder of her husband. The investigation revealed a complex web of relationships, leading to a planned execution.

Air India Unveils First Refurbished Boeing 787-8 After $400M Investment

Air India Unveils First Refurbished Boeing 787-8 After $400M Investment

Rediff.com5 hours ago

Air India's first refurbished Boeing 787-8 aircraft has landed in Delhi, marking a milestone in the airline's USD 400 million investment plan to upgrade its wide-body fleet. The aircraft features comprehensive interior upgrades, including new seats and in-flight entertainment systems.

Four face charges after youths assaulted over theft suspicion in Deoria

Four face charges after youths assaulted over theft suspicion in Deoria

Rediff.com5 hours ago

Police in Deoria, Uttar Pradesh, have registered a case against four individuals for allegedly assaulting two youths suspected of theft. The incident occurred in Babhani village, where the youths were tied to a tree and beaten. An investigation is underway following the emergence of a video on social media.

Bank of Baroda and Reliance Jio Team Up to Expand Mobile Banking for Feature Phone Users

Bank of Baroda and Reliance Jio Team Up to Expand Mobile Banking for Feature Phone Users

Rediff.com5 hours ago

Bank of Baroda has partnered with Reliance Jio to provide access to its mobile banking application, 'bob World Lite', for users of Jio feature phones, aiming to promote financial inclusion and digital payments.

Ayush Shetty Reflects on Badminton Asia Championships Performance and Future Goals

Ayush Shetty Reflects on Badminton Asia Championships Performance and Future Goals

Rediff.com6 hours ago

Young Indian badminton player Ayush Shetty discusses his experience at the Badminton Asia Championships, his loss in the final, and his plans for future improvement.

RCB's Tim David Gets Demerit Point for Umpire Breach; Pandya Fined

RCB's Tim David Gets Demerit Point for Umpire Breach; Pandya Fined

Rediff.com6 hours ago

RCB batter Tim David fined 25% of his match fee and given a demerit point for breaching IPL's Code of Conduct, while MI captain Hardik Pandya penalised Rs 12 lakh for slow over-rate.

Sports Ministry Re-evaluates National Sports Awards to Ensure Deserving Athletes Are Honoured

Sports Ministry Re-evaluates National Sports Awards to Ensure Deserving Athletes Are Honoured

Rediff.com6 hours ago

The National Sports Awards have been delayed due to a re-evaluation process by the Sports Ministry to ensure only deserving athletes are honoured. The ministry aims to establish clearer criteria to avoid controversies and ensure deserving athletes are recognised without unnecessary hurdles.

Lahore Event Commemorates Jallianwala Bagh Massacre Victims

Lahore Event Commemorates Jallianwala Bagh Massacre Victims

Rediff.com6 hours ago

Civil society members and lawyers in Lahore paid tribute to the victims of the 1919 Jallianwala Bagh massacre at an event held at the Lahore High Court.

Man Accused of Sexual Assault and Harassment Denied Bail by Delhi Court

Man Accused of Sexual Assault and Harassment Denied Bail by Delhi Court

Rediff.com6 hours ago

A Delhi court has denied bail to a 26-year-old man accused of repeated sexual assault, harassment, and threats against his former partner, citing the severity of the allegations, corroborating evidence, and the risk of evidence tampering.

Amit Shah Focuses on Infiltration Issue in West Bengal Poll Campaign

Amit Shah Focuses on Infiltration Issue in West Bengal Poll Campaign

Rediff.com6 hours ago

Union Home Minister Amit Shah asserts the BJP will form a government in West Bengal and address the issue of infiltration, accusing Mamata Banerjee of allowing it for vote-bank politics.

Punjab assembly okays life term for sacrilege against Guru Granth Sahib

Punjab assembly okays life term for sacrilege against Guru Granth Sahib

Rediff.com6 hours ago

The Punjab Assembly has unanimously passed a bill proposing stricter punishment, including life imprisonment and a fine up to Rs 25 lakh, for any act of sacrilege against the Guru Granth Sahib.