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'You'd be speaking French': King Charles roasts Trump at state dinner

'You'd be speaking French': King Charles roasts Trump at state dinner

Rediff.com29 Apr 2026

King Charles III reaffirmed the enduring strength of the US-UK alliance, underscored NATO's centrality to global security, and shared light-hearted moments with President Donald Trump during a White House state dinner.

Delhi Man Confesses to Strangling Wife; Police Investigate

Delhi Man Confesses to Strangling Wife; Police Investigate

Rediff.com15 Apr 2026

A 28-year-old man in Delhi surrendered to police after allegedly strangling his wife. An investigation is underway.

Meerut Police Bust GST Fraud Ring, One Arrested

Meerut Police Bust GST Fraud Ring, One Arrested

Rediff.com2 Apr 2026

Meerut police have uncovered a Goods and Services Tax (GST) fraud involving crores of rupees, leading to the arrest of one individual. The investigation revealed a network of fake firms used to illegally claim input tax credits, causing significant losses to the government.

Gorakhpur Man Killed in Family Row: Wife and Son Arrested

Gorakhpur Man Killed in Family Row: Wife and Son Arrested

Rediff.com25 Mar 2026

A man in Gorakhpur, India, died following a violent domestic dispute with his wife and son, who have subsequently been arrested.

Faridabad Police Uncover Counterfeit Toilet Cleaner Operation

Faridabad Police Uncover Counterfeit Toilet Cleaner Operation

Rediff.com16 Apr 2026

Faridabad Police have dismantled a workshop producing counterfeit Harpic toilet cleaner, arresting one individual and seizing a large quantity of fake products and manufacturing equipment.

Rural India's Land Inequality: Top 10% Own 44% of Land

Rural India's Land Inequality: Top 10% Own 44% of Land

Rediff.com7 Apr 2026

A World Inequality Lab paper reveals significant land inequality in rural India, with the top 10% of households owning 44% of the land, while 46% are landless. The study highlights the impact of historical institutions, social stratification, and agro-ecological conditions on land distribution.

Punjab Assembly Approves Prison Reform, Societies Amendment Bills

Punjab Assembly Approves Prison Reform, Societies Amendment Bills

Rediff.com1 May 2026

The Punjab Assembly has passed the Punjab Prisons and Correctional Services Bill, 2026, to modernise the prison system, and the Societies Registration (Punjab Amendment) Bill 2026, to enhance transparency and accountability of societies.

Protests After Ambedkar Statue Vandalised In Ghaziabad

Protests After Ambedkar Statue Vandalised In Ghaziabad

Rediff.com19 Apr 2026

A statue of B R Ambedkar was vandalised in Loni, Ghaziabad, leading to protests and traffic disruption on the Delhi-Saharanpur Highway. Police have detained suspects and are investigating the incident.

UP Man Nabbed for Rs 4.5 Lakh Gold Theft on Thane Local Train

UP Man Nabbed for Rs 4.5 Lakh Gold Theft on Thane Local Train

Rediff.com15 Apr 2026

A 45-year-old man has been arrested in Uttar Pradesh for allegedly stealing gold ornaments worth Rs 4.50 lakh from a woman on a local train in Thane. Police used CCTV footage and a tip-off to locate and apprehend the suspect.

Fugitive Arrested in Delhi Murder Case After Year-Long Manhunt

Fugitive Arrested in Delhi Murder Case After Year-Long Manhunt

Rediff.com26 Mar 2026

A proclaimed offender, wanted in connection with a 2022 murder case, has been arrested in Delhi's Alipur area after being on the run for nearly a year.

Why Are Student Suicides On The Rise?

Why Are Student Suicides On The Rise?

Rediff.com17 Apr 2026

A Class 11 student in Muzaffarnagar, Uttar Pradesh, allegedly committed suicide after failing his examination. In a separate incident, another teenager in Sultanpur village also took his own life, with the motive currently unknown.

Drug Trafficking Network Busted in Arunachal Pradesh: Four Arrested

Drug Trafficking Network Busted in Arunachal Pradesh: Four Arrested

Rediff.com22 Mar 2026

Police in Arunachal Pradesh have arrested four individuals in connection with drug trafficking, seizing heroin worth over Rs 1.6 lakh in Naharlagun.

Woman Humiliated and Paraded in Ranchi Over Alleged Bike Theft

Woman Humiliated and Paraded in Ranchi Over Alleged Bike Theft

Rediff.com31 Mar 2026

A woman in Ranchi, Jharkhand, was allegedly humiliated and paraded by a neighbour after her husband was accused of stealing his motorcycle. Police have arrested two individuals in connection with the incident.

Guna Couple's Death Under Investigation: Possible Suicide

Guna Couple's Death Under Investigation: Possible Suicide

Rediff.com3 Apr 2026

An elderly couple was found dead in their home in Guna, Madhya Pradesh, with police suspecting a case of suicide. The investigation is ongoing to determine the exact circumstances.

Interstate Spurious Drug Racket Busted In Delhi

Interstate Spurious Drug Racket Busted In Delhi

Rediff.com7 May 2026

Delhi Police have arrested four individuals involved in an interstate racket manufacturing and distributing counterfeit prescription drugs, uncovering an illegal processing unit in Delhi.

Man Nabbed for Duping Delhi Woman in Job Scam

Man Nabbed for Duping Delhi Woman in Job Scam

Rediff.com4 Apr 2026

A 28-year-old man from Ghaziabad has been arrested for allegedly defrauding a Delhi woman of over Rs 1.51 lakh under the guise of a job application scam.

Iran's Araghchi lands in Islamabad for second round of talks with US

Iran's Araghchi lands in Islamabad for second round of talks with US

Rediff.com25 Apr 2026

An Iranian delegation, led by Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, is expected to arrive in Islamabad for the second round of peace talks with the US, according to Pakistani media reports. This follows a phone call between Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar and Araghchi regarding the US-Iran ceasefire and Pakistan's diplomatic efforts.

Modi pays tribute to Jallianwala Bagh martyrs, highlighting their enduring spirit

Modi pays tribute to Jallianwala Bagh martyrs, highlighting their enduring spirit

Rediff.com13 Apr 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid tribute to the victims of the Jallianwala Bagh massacre, emphasising their sacrifice and indomitable spirit.

Arrests Made in Ballabhgarh Bar Manager Murder Case

Arrests Made in Ballabhgarh Bar Manager Murder Case

Rediff.com16 Apr 2026

Two individuals have been arrested in connection with the murder of a 30-year-old bar manager in Ballabhgarh. The suspects, identified as Abhishek and Rohit, confessed to the crime, which stemmed from an argument over alcohol purchase after a wedding celebration.

Meerut Man Arrested After Allegedly Strangling Mother Following Frequent Quarrels

Meerut Man Arrested After Allegedly Strangling Mother Following Frequent Quarrels

Rediff.com29 Mar 2026

A 35-year-old man in Meerut, Uttar Pradesh, has been arrested for allegedly strangling his 50-year-old mother to death following frequent quarrels and taunts. The accused, Sanjay Das, attempted to mislead authorities by claiming the death was due to a heart attack. He has been arrested and is in judicial custody.

J&K Police Crackdown: Drug Peddlers' Assets Seized

J&K Police Crackdown: Drug Peddlers' Assets Seized

Rediff.com21 Apr 2026

Jammu and Kashmir Police have attached properties worth over Rs 55 lakh belonging to two alleged drug peddlers from Baramulla and Anantnag districts as part of an intensified crackdown on narcotics.

Gurugram Student Dies by Suicide After Class 10 Results Disappoint

Gurugram Student Dies by Suicide After Class 10 Results Disappoint

Rediff.com16 Apr 2026

A Class 10 student in Gurugram allegedly died by suicide after being upset with his CBSE exam results. Police are investigating the incident, which occurred at the student's residence.

Goa Police To Issue Lookout Notice For Activist

Goa Police To Issue Lookout Notice For Activist

Rediff.com22 Apr 2026

Goa Police are planning to issue a Look Out Circular (LOC) against right-wing activist Gautam Khattar, who has been untraceable since an FIR was registered against him over remarks on St Francis Xavier.

Army Veteran Assaulted in Meerut, Claims Attack Linked to Housing Scam Testimony

Army Veteran Assaulted in Meerut, Claims Attack Linked to Housing Scam Testimony

Rediff.com15 Apr 2026

A retired Army officer and key witness in a multi-crore housing scam was brutally attacked in Meerut. Police are investigating the link between the assault and the ongoing scam litigation.

Teenager fatally stabbed after dispute at Ghaziabad video game arcade

Teenager fatally stabbed after dispute at Ghaziabad video game arcade

Rediff.com9 Apr 2026

A minor boy died after being stabbed following an argument at a video game parlour in Ghaziabad. Police have detained two minors and are investigating the incident.

Lahore Event Commemorates Jallianwala Bagh Massacre Victims

Lahore Event Commemorates Jallianwala Bagh Massacre Victims

Rediff.com13 Apr 2026

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.

Vijay Deverakonda-Rashmika Mandanna Start Shooting For Ranabaali

Vijay Deverakonda-Rashmika Mandanna Start Shooting For Ranabaali

Rediff.com30 Mar 2026

Newlyweds Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna have returned to the film set for their highly anticipated period action drama Ranabaali, a crucial project for Deverakonda's career.

South Asian Cricket's Impact In Britain Showcased At Lord's

South Asian Cricket's Impact In Britain Showcased At Lord's

Rediff.com24 Apr 2026

A new exhibition highlighting the significant impact of the South Asian community on cricket in Britain has opened at the Marylebone Cricket Club (MCC) Museum at Lord's Cricket Ground in London.

Six Juveniles Apprehended In Delhi Murder Case

Six Juveniles Apprehended In Delhi Murder Case

Rediff.com19 Apr 2026

Delhi Police have apprehended six juveniles in connection with the murder of a 19-year-old man in the Samaypur Badli area. The victim, Rajeev, was attacked following a heated exchange and later died in hospital. The investigation is ongoing to identify any other individuals involved.

Why Haryana Couple Killed Daughter, Then Themselves

Why Haryana Couple Killed Daughter, Then Themselves

Rediff.com20 Apr 2026

A couple in Haryana's Kurukshetra allegedly killed their three-year-old daughter before committing suicide, citing the child's poor health as the reason, police said.

Mathura Police Uncover Illegal IPL Betting Operation, Arrest BJP Leader

Mathura Police Uncover Illegal IPL Betting Operation, Arrest BJP Leader

Rediff.com10 Apr 2026

Police in Mathura, Uttar Pradesh, have dismantled an illegal IPL betting racket, arresting several individuals including a local BJP leader. The operation was conducted at a closed house where bets worth lakhs of rupees were being placed on IPL matches.

Lahore Event Honours Jallianwala Bagh Massacre Victims

Lahore Event Honours Jallianwala Bagh Massacre Victims

Rediff.com14 Apr 2026

Civil society members and lawyers in Lahore, Pakistan, commemorated the 107th anniversary of the Jallianwala Bagh massacre, paying tribute to the victims of the 1919 tragedy.

Delhi Woman's Murder: Accused Claims Robbery Gone Wrong

Delhi Woman's Murder: Accused Claims Robbery Gone Wrong

Rediff.com23 Apr 2026

The accused in the rape and murder of a 22-year-old woman in Delhi's Kailash Hills has told investigators that he initially planned to only rob the house, but the crime escalated after she refused to open the safe.

IRS officer's daughter rape-murder case: Shocking autopsy details emerge

IRS officer's daughter rape-murder case: Shocking autopsy details emerge

Rediff.com23 Apr 2026

The post-mortem report of a senior IRS officer's daughter, who was murdered in her Delhi residence, reveals strangulation as the cause of death, along with multiple injuries indicating a struggle and assault. A former domestic help has been arrested in connection with the crime.

Delhi Double Murder: Main Accused Detained By Police

Delhi Double Murder: Main Accused Detained By Police

Rediff.com18 Apr 2026

Delhi Police have detained the main accused in the double murder of a man and his son in Delhi's CR Park area. The victims, Rakesh Sood and Karan Sood, were stabbed to death, while their cousin Rahul sustained injuries. The incident stemmed from a long-standing dispute with the accused, Asad.

Bihar Police Officer Dies by Suicide in Vaishali District

Bihar Police Officer Dies by Suicide in Vaishali District

Rediff.com6 Apr 2026

A police sub-inspector in Bihar's Vaishali district allegedly died by suicide, shooting himself with his service revolver. An investigation is underway to determine the circumstances.

Nagpur Youths Arrested for Murdering Boy in Ransom Plot

Nagpur Youths Arrested for Murdering Boy in Ransom Plot

Rediff.com6 Apr 2026

Three youths have been arrested in Nagpur for allegedly murdering a 14-year-old boy in a kidnapping for ransom plot.

Delhi IRS officer's daughter raped, murdered by ex-domestic help

Delhi IRS officer's daughter raped, murdered by ex-domestic help

Rediff.com23 Apr 2026

The 22-year-old daughter of an IRS officer was allegedly raped and murdered at her Delhi residence. Police suspect a former domestic help, who is currently absconding.

Vote Is My Only Weapon, Blunted As It May Be

Vote Is My Only Weapon, Blunted As It May Be

Rediff.com2 May 2026

I wonder if I can rest assured -- before the election ink on my finger fades -- that my home state is at the threshold of a better future, wonders Vice Admiral Biswajit Dasgupta (retd).

What BJP's Historic Bengal Win Means For India

What BJP's Historic Bengal Win Means For India

Rediff.com4 May 2026

Hopefully, the BJP will realise that it's the right time for parivartan (change) in its polarising poll strategies after achieving the impossible-looking goal of winning West Bengal, argues Sheela Bhatt.