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Woman among three killed after attack on Manipur village; houses set afire

Woman among three killed after attack on Manipur village; houses set afire

Rediff.com5 Jun 2026

Three people were killed and seven houses gutted in an armed attack in Loibol Khullen village, Kangpokpi district, Manipur. Chief Minister Y Khemchand Singh and Deputy Chief Minister Nemcha Kipgen condemned the "heinous and cowardly" act, vowing to bring perpetrators to justice and enhance security. The Kuki Inpi Manipur also denounced the violence and demanded an investigation.

Mammootty's 10 Best Roles From This Decade

Mammootty's 10 Best Roles From This Decade

Rediff.com26 Jun 2026

From Peranbu to Bramayugam, Padma Bhushan winner Mammootty's recent filmography is proof that legends can keep reinventing themselves, even post 70.

AI171 crash: AAIB issues interim statement, probe continues

AI171 crash: AAIB issues interim statement, probe continues

Rediff.com12 Jun 2026

The Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) has issued an interim statement on the probe into the Air India AI171 plane crash that killed 260 people last year, confirming that the investigation is ongoing and the final report will be released after all processes are complete.

Indian Firms Gain Access To Anthropic's Mythos AI For Cybersecurity

Indian Firms Gain Access To Anthropic's Mythos AI For Cybersecurity

Rediff.com6 Jun 2026

Indian government agencies and private sector firms have secured access to Anthropic's advanced AI model, Mythos, through Project Glasswing. This initiative aims to enhance cybersecurity by identifying software vulnerabilities in critical infrastructure. Anthropic has also urged a moderated pace of AI development due to potential societal risks.

How Delhi Police Busted Paharganj Sex Racket

How Delhi Police Busted Paharganj Sex Racket

Rediff.com12 Jun 2026

Delhi Police have busted an alleged sex racket operating from a building in Paharganj, central Delhi, rescuing four women and arresting one man. Legal action has also been initiated against the premises owner.

TN Dalit youth who died in police custody cremated after 101 days

TN Dalit youth who died in police custody cremated after 101 days

Rediff.com17 Jun 2026

The mortal remains of a 26-year-old Dalit youth, Akash, who died in March due to alleged custodial torture, were finally cremated in Madurai 101 days after his demise. The cremation followed a Madras High Court directive, as his family had refused to accept the body, demanding the arrest of police personnel involved. The incident sparked widespread outrage, leading to a CB-CID investigation, suspension of six police personnel, and a murder case registered against officials.

Odisha Police Probe Custody Death After Torture Allegations

Odisha Police Probe Custody Death After Torture Allegations

Rediff.com1 Jun 2026

A daily wage labourer in Odisha has died in police custody, with his family alleging torture and hot water burns. The state police chief has ordered a high-level probe, and staff at the police station have been transferred.

Heatwaves Trigger Hidden Ozone Threat

Heatwaves Trigger Hidden Ozone Threat

Rediff.com22 Jun 2026

'Can you believe there are over 26,500 deaths linked to heatwave-driven ozone in 2024?'

Can AI Replace Astrologers?

Can AI Replace Astrologers?

Rediff.com13 Jun 2026

As AI enters astrology apps and predictions, technology is becoming a new interface for humanity's oldest questions about uncertainty and the future.

Rajasthan Police To Combat Child Labour, Trafficking

Rajasthan Police To Combat Child Labour, Trafficking

Rediff.com27 May 2026

Rajasthan Police will launch a month-long special campaign against child labour, bonded child labour, and human trafficking from June 1. The campaign, titled "Umang-7", will continue till June 30 across the state.

Chatra Police Unravel Teen's Murder Over Illegal Weapons Dispute

Chatra Police Unravel Teen's Murder Over Illegal Weapons Dispute

Rediff.com11 Jun 2026

Jharkhand Police have solved the murder case of 18-year-old Pramod Yadav in Chatra district, arresting two adults and a minor. The victim, who was reported missing, was found buried, and investigations revealed he was killed by friends over a dispute involving illegal weapons.

Copper Compound Repairs Brain Pumps, Boosts Alzheimer's Memory

Copper Compound Repairs Brain Pumps, Boosts Alzheimer's Memory

Rediff.com15 Jun 2026

A new study reveals that a copper-containing compound, Cu(ATSM), can repair vital waste-clearing pumps in the brain, significantly reducing toxic amyloid-beta proteins associated with Alzheimer's disease and improving long-term spatial memory in mouse models. This discovery offers a promising new therapeutic avenue for neurovascular dysfunction in Alzheimer's.

Modi calls on states to leverage AI, tackle cyber fraud and prepare for El Nino impact

Modi calls on states to leverage AI, tackle cyber fraud and prepare for El Nino impact

Rediff.com11 Jun 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has urged states to balance the opportunities presented by artificial intelligence with the need to safeguard against social challenges like cyber fraud and drug abuse. He also warned of the risks posed by El Nino conditions, calling for stronger water conservation measures and emphasising the collective resolve towards a 'Viksit Bharat'.

Maharashtra Sends Samples For Avian Flu Testing

Maharashtra Sends Samples For Avian Flu Testing

Rediff.com19 May 2026

The Maharashtra health department is sending samples from poultry workers in Nandurbar district to the National Institute of Virology for human avian flu testing as a precautionary measure after a bird flu outbreak.

AI Learning Breaks Engineering Barriers

AI Learning Breaks Engineering Barriers

Rediff.com19 Jun 2026

AI is no longer a tool only for software engineers and technology teams.

Jharkhand Police Rescue 36 From Traffickers, Two Arrested

Jharkhand Police Rescue 36 From Traffickers, Two Arrested

Rediff.com19 May 2026

Jharkhand police rescued 36 people, including six minors, from a hotel in West Singhbhum district and arrested two suspected human traffickers from Gujarat.

Supreme Court declares right to walk on footpaths a fundamental right

Supreme Court declares right to walk on footpaths a fundamental right

Rediff.com19 Jun 2026

The Supreme Court has declared the right to walk on demarcated footpaths a fundamental right, prioritising it over motorised vehicle movement, and has called for the establishment of a regulatory body to ensure its enforcement and provide restitutionary remedies for violations.

Wild Elephant Kills Boy In Nilgiris District

Wild Elephant Kills Boy In Nilgiris District

Rediff.com27 May 2026

A 12-year-old boy was killed in an elephant attack near Gudalur in the Nilgiris district of Tamil Nadu, prompting investigations and efforts to mitigate human-animal conflict.

Kylian Mbappe Faces Immense Pressure Ahead Of World Cup Opener

Kylian Mbappe Faces Immense Pressure Ahead Of World Cup Opener

Rediff.com14 Jun 2026

Kylian Mbappe is under immense pressure and facing criticism regarding his recent performances and leadership ahead of France's World Cup opener. Despite a trophy-less season with Real Madrid, his teammates Ousmane Dembele and Lucas Hernandez defend him, highlighting his leadership within the French squad and his focus on the tournament. Mbappe has a strong World Cup record and aims to silence critics by performing well in the upcoming matches.

A Complaint Against Mammootty-Mohanlal's Patriot

A Complaint Against Mammootty-Mohanlal's Patriot

Rediff.com10 Jun 2026

'A film that puts a Malayali collector, a Malayali general, and a Malayali gangster all in the same national plot does not feel pan-Indian. It feels like a school play where only one family showed up,' notes Binu Alex after watching the Mohanlal-Mammootty starrer Patriot.

3 members of family killed, 2 critically injured in Delhi fire

3 members of family killed, 2 critically injured in Delhi fire

Rediff.com12 Jun 2026

A fire in a five-storey residential building in southeast Delhi's Govindpuri area resulted in three fatalities and two critical injuries. Eight people were rescued, and an electrical short circuit is suspected as the cause.

Hema Malini, Shatrughan Sinha, Govinda Say Goodbye To Pahlaj Nihalani

Hema Malini, Shatrughan Sinha, Govinda Say Goodbye To Pahlaj Nihalani

Rediff.com8 Jun 2026

Film folk attended Producer and former censor chief Pahlaj Nihalani's prayer meeting over the weekend.

Before Alpha, 10 Times Bollywood Reimagined The Ramayana

Before Alpha, 10 Times Bollywood Reimagined The Ramayana

Rediff.com24 Jun 2026

Long before Alpha, Bollywood had been retelling the Ramayana in modern settings, sometimes subtly and sometimes not so subtly.

AI-171 crash: Forensic scientists recall trauma of identifying victims

AI-171 crash: Forensic scientists recall trauma of identifying victims

Rediff.com11 Jun 2026

A year after the devastating AI-171 Dreamliner crash near Ahmedabad, forensic scientists recount the immense emotional and scientific challenges faced in identifying the 260 victims. The director of Gujarat Directorate of Forensic Sciences, H P Sanghvi, shared the indelible image of a severed hand, symbolising the terror and the team's dedication.

'Why is Gill not in T20s?' Azharuddin asks

'Why is Gill not in T20s?' Azharuddin asks

Rediff.com17 Jun 2026

Former India captain Mohammed Azharuddin has voiced concerns over the current Indian cricket team selections, particularly questioning Shubman Gill's exclusion from T20Is and the non-selection of domestic stalwarts Sarfaraz Khan and Auqib Nabi for the Test squad. Azharuddin stressed the importance of consistent performance and the need for more Test cricket, while also commenting on captaincy roles and player retirements.

Cognizant CEO Warns Of AI Spending Trap

Cognizant CEO Warns Of AI Spending Trap

Rediff.com15 Jun 2026

'There's been a sense of FOMO, fear mongering and that has led to token consumption without linkages to ROI and without linkages to outcomes.'

Bravery Above And Beyond: Constable Scales Building To Save Life

Bravery Above And Beyond: Constable Scales Building To Save Life

Rediff.com11 Jun 2026

A Surat City police constable, Shailesh Chudasama, displayed exceptional bravery by climbing the exterior of a seventh-floor apartment to rescue a man who had attempted suicide. The swift action by the police and emergency services ensured the man received timely medical attention and survived the incident, earning praise from Gujarat's Deputy Chief Minister.

Delhi HC upholds blocking of Telegram ahead of NEET retest

Delhi HC upholds blocking of Telegram ahead of NEET retest

Rediff.com19 Jun 2026

The Delhi High Court has upheld the Indian government's decision to temporarily restrict access to Telegram, citing the messaging app's capacity for 'automated dissemination' of large content, which could facilitate misinformation during the crucial NEET-UG retest.

One More Arrest In Odisha Constable Lynching Case

One More Arrest In Odisha Constable Lynching Case

Rediff.com2 Jun 2026

One more person has been arrested in connection with the lynching of a GRP constable in Odisha, bringing the total number of arrests to 18. The incident occurred after the constable was accused of attempted rape following a road accident.

SC Sets Boundaries for Court AI

SC Sets Boundaries for Court AI

Rediff.com5 Jun 2026

If AI-generated material is found to be 'false, fabricated, misleading or inaccurate', the person filing it will be accountable and cannot cite the AI-generated nature of the material as a defence.

Gujarat Intensifies Crackdown On Undocumented Bangladeshi Nationals

Gujarat Intensifies Crackdown On Undocumented Bangladeshi Nationals

Rediff.com8 Jun 2026

Gujarat's "Operation Delta Hunt" has led to the apprehension of over 600 undocumented Bangladeshi nationals, including women and children, across various districts. The state-wide drive, which began on June 3, uses technical surveillance and human intelligence to identify and detain illegal immigrants, with authorities also investigating those who provide them accommodation or employment without verification.

Sri Lanka Easter Attack Victims Demand Unhindered Probe

Sri Lanka Easter Attack Victims Demand Unhindered Probe

Rediff.com11 Jun 2026

Kin of 2019 Easter Sunday attack victims in Sri Lanka protested against alleged opposition attempts to obstruct ongoing investigations. The protests follow the arrest of former intelligence chief Suresh Sallay and accusations of political conspiracy related to the attacks. The current government has reopened the probe, citing past political interference.

Operation Delta Hunt: Gujarat Police Apprehend Hundreds Of Illegal Bangladeshi Migrants

Operation Delta Hunt: Gujarat Police Apprehend Hundreds Of Illegal Bangladeshi Migrants

Rediff.com3 Jun 2026

Gujarat police have launched 'Operation Delta Hunt', apprehending 362 illegal Bangladeshi migrants and probing 780 more suspects across the state. The operation, which involved technical surveillance and human intelligence, aims to identify and repatriate all illegal nationals, with investigations also targeting those who provided accommodation or employment without verification.

Father's Day: Fathers Of 18 Famous Indians

Father's Day: Fathers Of 18 Famous Indians

Rediff.com21 Jun 2026

Who are the special fathers of these famous Indians? The paternal figures responsible for putting them on the right path and helping them find greatness.

The Silent Storm: Mercedes-Benz Launches Its First Ever Plug-In Hybrid S-Class in India

The Silent Storm: Mercedes-Benz Launches Its First Ever Plug-In Hybrid S-Class in India

Rediff.com16 Jun 2026

Say hello to the S 450 e Launch Edition. Priced at 2.20 crore upwards.

The Doctor Who Saved Thousands Of Babies

The Doctor Who Saved Thousands Of Babies

Rediff.com19 Jun 2026

Thousands and thousands and thousands of adults owe their lives to the commitment and medical fervour of Dr Armida Fernandez, who a grateful nation honoured with the Padma Shri this year.

Lost many nationals in attacks on ships in Gulf, India tells UN

Lost many nationals in attacks on ships in Gulf, India tells UN

Rediff.com11 Jun 2026

India has expressed firm opposition to attacks on merchant shipping amidst the ongoing Iran conflict, revealing that several Indian nationals have died or are missing due to these incidents. The nation also called for restraint, de-escalation, and prioritising civilian safety in the region.

Death toll would have been higher if...: Ahmedabad plane crash saviour

Death toll would have been higher if...: Ahmedabad plane crash saviour

Rediff.com10 Jun 2026

Satinder Singh Sandhu, a supervisor with 108 Emergency Services, recounts the horrific scenes and his biggest regret from the AI-171 plane crash in Ahmedabad, which claimed 260 lives.

How India Is Becoming A Global Leader In Enterprise AI Adoption

How India Is Becoming A Global Leader In Enterprise AI Adoption

Rediff.com12 Jun 2026

A SAP study reveals that Indian enterprises are rapidly moving from AI experimentation to value-driven implementation, positioning India as a global leader in enterprise AI adoption. Indian organisations plan significant investments in AI, with projected fivefold growth in Agentic AI returns and a high percentage of businesses having defined AI strategies and dedicated AI leaders.

Sales Director Arrested For Ramming Traffic Cop In Delhi

Sales Director Arrested For Ramming Traffic Cop In Delhi

Rediff.com13 Jun 2026

A sales director, Md Mubashshir Abbas, has been arrested in New Delhi for allegedly ramming his SUV into a traffic policeman and fleeing the scene after being stopped for a violation. The incident, which occurred on June 10, led to a two-day manhunt by the Crime Branch, who eventually apprehended Abbas from his workplace. He reportedly confessed to intentionally striking the officer to evade checking while running late for work.