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Tata Power Powers India's Data Centre Boom

Tata Power Powers India's Data Centre Boom

Rediff.com4 days ago

Tata Power is positioning itself as a key partner in India's rapidly expanding data centre ecosystem, with a significant opportunity pipeline across renewable energy, transmission, and distribution. The company is broadening its offerings to include comprehensive solutions like powered land and grid connectivity, actively supporting hyperscalers and AI-ready digital infrastructure, particularly in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region.

Kajol, Tanishaa, Tanuja Celebrate Durga Pujo

Kajol, Tanishaa, Tanuja Celebrate Durga Pujo

Rediff.com2 days ago

Kajol, Tanuja, Tanishaa Mukerji and Ayan Mukerji came together to unveil Maa Durga's idol at the 80th North Bombay Sarbojanin Durga Puja, which celebrates the spirit of tradition and family.

Ranji Trophy: Siddhesh Lad Replaces Shardul Thakur As Mumbai Captain

Ranji Trophy: Siddhesh Lad Replaces Shardul Thakur As Mumbai Captain

Rediff.com1 Sep 2026

Siddhesh Lad has been appointed as the new captain of the Mumbai Ranji Trophy team, replacing Shardul Thakur, who was relieved to manage his workload. Lad, a seasoned batter, returns to lead the domestic giants after a stellar previous season.

How A Graphic Designer Masterminded A Rs 150 Crore Cyber Fraud

How A Graphic Designer Masterminded A Rs 150 Crore Cyber Fraud

Rediff.com3 days ago

A graphic designer, Pankaj Gupta, was arrested by Mumbai Crime Branch for creating malicious Android Package Kit (APK) files that enabled cyber fraudsters to cheat over 9,600 people of Rs 150 crore. Gupta, who previously escaped a digital arrest scam, developed APKs disguised as government services, selling them to cybercriminal networks in Bihar and Jharkhand.

Dipke leaves for Delhi to lead Jantar Mantar protest

Dipke leaves for Delhi to lead Jantar Mantar protest

Rediff.com10 Oct 2026

Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) founder Abhijeet Dipke departed from Mumbai for Delhi on Saturday to stage a protest at Jantar Mantar. He claimed the government is "scared" amidst a clampdown in Delhi, including train cancellations.

Ganguly, Rahane join Prince William for a Royal cricket match

Ganguly, Rahane join Prince William for a Royal cricket match

Rediff.com4 days ago

Prince William joined cricket legends Sourav Ganguly, Ajinkya Rahane, Brian Lara, Joe Root, and Harry Brook for a friendly tennis-ball match in London. This event served as a prelude to the Earthshot Prize awards ceremony, an environmental initiative launched by Prince William, which is set to debut in India next month in Mumbai. The cricketers highlighted the unifying spirit of the sport and its connection to environmental responsibility.

Mumbai Cricket Team Web Series Planned to Showcase Behind-the-Scenes Journey

Mumbai Cricket Team Web Series Planned to Showcase Behind-the-Scenes Journey

Rediff.com4 Sep 2026

The Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) is planning a web series or documentary to capture a full season of the Mumbai senior cricket team, aiming to inspire youth and offer fans a behind-the-scenes look at the 42-time Ranji Trophy champions.

Noel, Neville Tata File Caveats Amidst Tata Trusts Governance Dispute

Noel, Neville Tata File Caveats Amidst Tata Trusts Governance Dispute

Rediff.com4 days ago

Noel Tata, chairman of Tata Trusts, and his son Neville Tata have filed caveats in Mumbai courts, ensuring they are heard before any orders are passed in a dispute involving Venu Srinivasan and Vijay Singh concerning alleged governance lapses and irregularities at some Tata Trusts.

Thane Police Nab Accused In Elderly Robbery Spree

Thane Police Nab Accused In Elderly Robbery Spree

Rediff.com4 days ago

Thane Police's Crime Branch has arrested Dinesh Babu Manjrekar, a key accused in a series of robberies targeting elderly citizens through distraction and impersonation. Police recovered 212 grams of gold jewellery and are searching for his accomplices. Manjrekar has a history of 29 previous cases across various cities.

Mumbai's Kolis Celebrate Narali Purnima

Mumbai's Kolis Celebrate Narali Purnima

Rediff.com28 Aug 2026

Mumbai's Koli (fisher) community marked the Narali Purnima festival with sea offerings, folk performances, boat rituals and traditional coconut games.

Is India-US Trade Deal Near The Finish Line?

Is India-US Trade Deal Near The Finish Line?

Rediff.com3 days ago

Marco Rubio will visit Mumbai and Jamnagar to discuss energy cooperation as S Jaishankar says India-US trade talks are nearing a landing point, with a few issues unresolved.

IIT-B suicide: Wakode apologised for cheating, sought second chance

IIT-B suicide: Wakode apologised for cheating, sought second chance

Rediff.com5 days ago

Police revealed that a 22-year-old IIT Bombay student, who died by suicide last month after being caught cheating, had submitted a written apology seeking a second chance. The Mumbai crime branch is investigating the death, with over 40 statements recorded, including those of the IIT-B director and a professor accused of harassment and caste-based discrimination by the student's parents. The professor has denied the allegations.

Social Media Influencer Arrested In Palghar For Rape, 'Love Jihad' Allegations

Social Media Influencer Arrested In Palghar For Rape, 'Love Jihad' Allegations

Rediff.com4 days ago

A 22-year-old social media influencer and gym trainer, Arif Ayub Shaikh, has been arrested in Palghar, Maharashtra, on charges of rape, physical abuse, and attempting to force a woman to convert her religion under the guise of marriage. BJP leader Kirit Somaiya has labelled the case as "love jihad," alleging a larger network exploiting young Hindu girls in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region. Police recovered over 100 explicit video clips from Shaikh's phone, with some potentially distributed abroad.

Deepak Sandhu Found Guilty Of Murdering Ex-Partner In London

Deepak Sandhu Found Guilty Of Murdering Ex-Partner In London

Rediff.com3 days ago

Deepak Sandhu, an Indian-origin man, has been convicted of murdering his former partner, Xiaoqing Ke, in London. Sandhu, 23, was found guilty at the Old Bailey Court after a brief relationship ended, leading him to become "increasingly angry" and ultimately commit the fatal attack. He was arrested while attempting to flee to Mumbai.

Court Denies Bail To Nirav Modi Aide Sandeep Mistry In PNB Fraud

Court Denies Bail To Nirav Modi Aide Sandeep Mistry In PNB Fraud

Rediff.com3 days ago

A special CBI court in Mumbai denied bail to Sandeep Mistry, an associate of fugitive businessman Nirav Modi, in the multi-million-dollar Punjab National Bank (PNB) scam. The court cited Mistry's history of destroying evidence and his absconding for seven years as reasons for the denial, expressing concerns about securing his presence during the trial if released.

CBI Moves Bombay High Court Against Acquittal Of Padamsinh Patil In 2006 Nimbalkar Murder Case

CBI Moves Bombay High Court Against Acquittal Of Padamsinh Patil In 2006 Nimbalkar Murder Case

Rediff.com5 days ago

The Central Bureau of Investigation has appealed to the Bombay High Court against the acquittal of former Maharashtra minister Padamsinh Patil and seven others in the 2006 murder case of Congress leader Pawanraje Nimbalkar. A sessions court had acquitted the accused on June 20, citing insufficient evidence, and Nimbalkar's wife also filed an appeal last month.

Thackeray cousins throng Shivaji Park to back CJP stir against CEC

Thackeray cousins throng Shivaji Park to back CJP stir against CEC

Rediff.com7 days ago

A protest in Mumbai's Shivaji Park area, supporting the Cockroach Janta Party's stir against CEC Gyanesh Kumar, intensified on Sunday with the arrival of Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Aaditya Thackeray and MNS' Amit Thackeray. Police detained dozens of protesters, including social activist Anjali Damania, leading to further condemnation from the Thackeray cousins who criticised the police action and the BJP government.

Life Imprisonment For Duo In Bandra Octogenarian Couple Murder

Life Imprisonment For Duo In Bandra Octogenarian Couple Murder

Rediff.com3 days ago

A Mumbai court has sentenced a domestic help and her male accomplice to life imprisonment for the 2018 robbery and murder of an elderly couple in Bandra. The court found the duo guilty of robbing and then killing Nanak Gopaldas Makhijani (85) and Daya Makhijani (81), but rejected the prosecution's plea for capital punishment due to the circumstantial nature of the evidence.

Unravelling The Rs 3.63 Crore MHADA Flat Cheating Case

Unravelling The Rs 3.63 Crore MHADA Flat Cheating Case

Rediff.com3 days ago

Seven individuals have been booked in Mumbai for allegedly orchestrating a Rs 3.63 crore cheating scheme. They defrauded 16 people by promising discounted MHADA flats meant for mill workers in Dadar, failing to deliver the properties, and issuing dishonoured refund cheques. The case has been registered at Bhoiwada police station.

Mumbai Rental Battle: 'You Can't Invade A Woman's Privacy'

Mumbai Rental Battle: 'You Can't Invade A Woman's Privacy'

Rediff.com10 Sep 2026

A Reddit post about a hidden camera in a shared living room has reopened an old question -- how far can a landlord interfere in a home he no longer fully controls? Here's what two Mumbai lawyers have to say.

How A Bank Manager's Refusal Led To Unearthing A Multi-Crore Cyber Fraud

How A Bank Manager's Refusal Led To Unearthing A Multi-Crore Cyber Fraud

Rediff.com2 days ago

Kanpur police have uncovered a Rs 2.66-crore cyber fraud operation, leading to the arrest of two individuals and the identification of 89 bank accounts nationwide. The investigation began after a bank manager reported alleged fake complaints filed by one of the accused, Akhil Singh Chauhan, who was denied banking facilities. The fraud involved a fake investment scheme that targeted an exporter, with money routed through numerous mule accounts.

Mumbai mall crasher used ChatGPT to fake PMO ID, boost social status: Police

Mumbai mall crasher used ChatGPT to fake PMO ID, boost social status: Police

Rediff.com11 Sep 2026

Two men, Rohan Parikh and Dilip Kunde, were arrested after attempting to enter a Mumbai mall with a firearm and a fake PMO identity card. Parikh confessed to fabricating the PMO ID using ChatGPT to enhance his social standing, while Kunde, a former Army man, was acting as his bodyguard with a personal weapon. Both have been remanded to judicial custody.

Kamboj stars as Haryana crush Himachal in Ranji

Kamboj stars as Haryana crush Himachal in Ranji

Rediff.com4 days ago

Haryana defeated Himachal Pradesh by seven wickets in their Ranji Trophy Group D match in Rohtak. Himanshu Rana and Dheeru Singh guided Haryana to chase down the 71-run target on the final day. Haryana had taken a 43-run first-innings lead and bowled out Himachal Pradesh for 113 in their second innings, securing six points from the victory.

Churchill Brothers vs East Bengal: Dimitriou Targets Another ISL Upset

Churchill Brothers vs East Bengal: Dimitriou Targets Another ISL Upset

Rediff.com1 days ago

After a stunning 2-1 debut win against Mumbai City FC, Indian Super League newcomers Churchill Brothers are preparing to face defending champions East Bengal, with coach Dimitris Dimitriou emphasising continuous improvement and a competitive approach.

Imran Khan: From Bollywood fame to political crossfire

Imran Khan: From Bollywood fame to political crossfire

Rediff.com3 days ago

Actor Imran Khan, an American citizen, has been served a notice by Mumbai Police directing him to leave India by October 28 for allegedly violating immigration laws. This comes after his participation in recent political protests. His lawyer plans to challenge the decision in the Bombay High Court.

Watch: How Amitabh Bachchan Celebrated His 84th Birthday

Watch: How Amitabh Bachchan Celebrated His 84th Birthday

Rediff.com6 days ago

Amitabh Bachchan marked his 84th birthday by continuing his regular Sunday darshan tradition, greeting a massive gathering of devoted fans outside his Mumbai residence, Jalsa.

PMLA Court Greenlights Monetisation Of Rs 3,400 Crore NSEL Assets

PMLA Court Greenlights Monetisation Of Rs 3,400 Crore NSEL Assets

Rediff.com6 days ago

A special PMLA court in Mumbai has allowed the monetisation of attached assets worth over Rs 3,400 crore in the National Spot Exchange Limited (NSEL)-linked payment default case. This decision paves the way for the restitution of funds to thousands of investors who have been awaiting recovery for 13 years since the 2013 payment default.

PMLA Court Greenlights Monetisation Of Rs 3,400 Crore NSEL Assets

PMLA Court Greenlights Monetisation Of Rs 3,400 Crore NSEL Assets

Rediff.com6 days ago

A special PMLA court in Mumbai has allowed the monetisation of attached assets worth over Rs 3,400 crore in the National Spot Exchange Limited (NSEL)-linked money laundering case. This decision paves the way for the restitution of funds to thousands of investors who have been awaiting recovery for 13 years since the 2013 payment default. Up to Rs 1,950 crore from the monetisation will be paid to 63 Moons Technologies Ltd for specified creditors.

Can Imran Khan Be Deported For Taking Part In Protest?

Can Imran Khan Be Deported For Taking Part In Protest?

Rediff.com5 days ago

The controversy surrounding actor Imran Khan's participation in a Mumbai protest, and BJP leader Kirit Somaiya's demand for his deportation, raises critical questions about the legal rights of Overseas Citizen of India cardholders to engage in political dissent and the grounds for their expulsion from India.

Nepal floods: 61 Mansarovar pilgrims from Mumbai untraceable

Nepal floods: 61 Mansarovar pilgrims from Mumbai untraceable

Rediff.com29 Aug 2026

Anxiety grips Mumbai families as a 61-member Kailash Mansarovar pilgrimage group, including prominent doctor-mountaineer Milind Chitley, remains untraceable following devastating flash floods along the Nepal-Tibet border.

Bhujle And Mahajan To Represent India At BMW Golf World Final

Bhujle And Mahajan To Represent India At BMW Golf World Final

Rediff.com10 Oct 2026

Mumbai's Anish Bhujle and Muradabad's Vikas Mahajan clinched the Category A and B titles respectively at the 16th BMW Golf Cup 2026 national final in Gurugram. They will now represent India at the BMW Golf Cup World Final in South Africa in March next year, competing against leading amateur golfers from participating nations. The national final featured 40 top amateur golfers selected from 2,300 participants this season.

Sachin Tendulkar's Touching Birthday Message to Daughter Sara

Sachin Tendulkar's Touching Birthday Message to Daughter Sara

Rediff.com6 days ago

Cricket icon Sachin Tendulkar shared a heartfelt birthday message for his daughter, Sara Tendulkar, who turned 29, expressing pride in her independent path and achievements.

2 held with fake PMO ID in Mumbai, cops deny link to PM visit

2 held with fake PMO ID in Mumbai, cops deny link to PM visit

Rediff.com9 Sep 2026

Mumbai Police have arrested Rohan Parikh (24) and Dilip Kunde (49) for allegedly forcing their way into Jio World Plaza with a firearm and a fake PMO identity card. The incident, which occurred on Monday evening, has been clarified by police to have no connection with Prime Minister Narendra Modi's event in the city.

Experts Stress Real-World AI Evaluation For Safe Healthcare Deployment

Experts Stress Real-World AI Evaluation For Safe Healthcare Deployment

Rediff.com5 days ago

Experts at the TIS-H Clinical AI Summit 2026 highlighted the critical need for real-world evaluation of AI solutions in healthcare. They stressed that promising results from development or pilot programmes do not guarantee effective and safe deployment in hospitals, emphasising clinical relevance, validation, and integration into existing workflows.

India issues fresh advisory for citizens in Saudi amid Houthi attacks

India issues fresh advisory for citizens in Saudi amid Houthi attacks

Rediff.com11 hours ago

India has issued a fresh advisory for its nationals in Saudi Arabia, urging them to take precautions due to heightened security concerns following drone and missile attacks by Yemen's Houthi rebels. The advisory includes instructions on what to do during an aerial attack and notes flight disruptions, with Indian carriers suspending services until late October.

2 burqa-clad women denied entry at Mumbai hospital

2 burqa-clad women denied entry at Mumbai hospital

Rediff.com1 Sep 2026

Security personnel reportedly justified the action due to child theft concerns and identity verification.

Yeh Jeevan Hai... Well Done Appa!!

Yeh Jeevan Hai... Well Done Appa!!

Rediff.com2 days ago

Some people leave behind a business. A rare few leave behind a place in people's hearts. Appa leaves behind both.

Wasim Jaffer advises Yashasvi Jaiswal to prioritise batting over wicket-keeping

Wasim Jaffer advises Yashasvi Jaiswal to prioritise batting over wicket-keeping

Rediff.com10 Oct 2026

Former India opener Wasim Jaffer has expressed surprise and concern over Yashasvi Jaiswal's decision to take up wicket-keeping at 24, advising the Test opener to instead focus on his primary skill of batting, especially with India's New Zealand tour approaching.

BCCI to hold stakeholder meeting for IPL 2027 planning

BCCI to hold stakeholder meeting for IPL 2027 planning

Rediff.com9 Oct 2026

The Indian cricket board (BCCI) has scheduled a joint stakeholder meeting in Mumbai on October 15 to review past seasons and plan for the Indian Premier League's landmark 20th season in 2027, inviting franchise owners, CEOs, state associations, and broadcasters.

Uttar Pradesh Couple Held For Allegedly Killing Wife's Lover

Uttar Pradesh Couple Held For Allegedly Killing Wife's Lover

Rediff.com3 days ago

Police in Bahraich, Uttar Pradesh, have arrested a married couple for allegedly murdering the wife's lover, stuffing his body in a plastic sack, and dumping it in a canal. The victim, Akash Gupta, was lured to their home, and the woman's father and brother are also implicated and currently absconding.