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Meerut blue drum murder: Sahil, Muskan sentenced to death

Meerut blue drum murder: Sahil, Muskan sentenced to death

Rediff.com15 Oct 2026

A Meerut court has sentenced Muskan Rastogi and her partner Sahil Shukla to death for the brutal murder of her husband, merchant navy officer Saurabh Rajput, whose dismembered body was found concealed in a blue drum filled with cement.

TCS: US unlikely to target tech firms by domicile, focuses on local jobs

TCS: US unlikely to target tech firms by domicile, focuses on local jobs

Rediff.com12 Oct 2026

TCS chief executive and managing director K Krithivasan stated that the US is unlikely to target tech companies based on their domicile, with actions like the recent green card application programme suspension being driven by local sensitivities around jobs.

Nana Patekar's Last Words: 'Don't Know If I Will Be Here Tomorrow'

Nana Patekar's Last Words: 'Don't Know If I Will Be Here Tomorrow'

Rediff.com8 Oct 2026

'We all have to go someday. I don't know whether I will be here tomorrow. That time comes in the life of everyone. But before that time comes (we have to think, whether) am I able to do what I want to do? Have I made the effort?'

Unidentified Assailants Kill Punjab Police ASI On Duty

Unidentified Assailants Kill Punjab Police ASI On Duty

Rediff.com18 Sep 2026

An Assistant Sub-Inspector of Punjab police, Harjit Singh, was shot dead by two unidentified motorcycle-borne men while on duty at the Bhagtawala Grain Market in Amritsar. The incident occurred around 3 am, and the officer was declared dead at a private hospital.

Actor Eva Marie Saint Dies At 102

Actor Eva Marie Saint Dies At 102

Rediff.com7 Oct 2026

Oscar-winning Hollywood actress Eva Marie Saint, celebrated for her iconic roles in On the Waterfront and Alfred Hitchcock's North by Northwest, has died at the age of 102.

Death Sentence For 'Blue Drum' Murderers In Meerut

Death Sentence For 'Blue Drum' Murderers In Meerut

Rediff.com14 Oct 2026

A Meerut court has sentenced Muskan Rastogi and Sahil Shukla to death for the murder of Muskan's husband, merchant navy officer Saurabh Rajput. Rajput's dismembered body was found concealed in a cement-filled blue drum. The verdict, delivered after a 13-month trial, was welcomed by the victim's family, though it raises questions about the future of Muskan's infant daughter, Radha, who is currently in jail with her mother.

Anirudh Thapa's Uruguay Goal Celebration Steals Show

Anirudh Thapa's Uruguay Goal Celebration Steals Show

Rediff.com7 Oct 2026

Anirudh Thapa scored a historic goal against Uruguay, becoming the first Indian to score against a top-20 FIFA nation since 1992.

Watch: Army Dog's Historic Sky Jump

Watch: Army Dog's Historic Sky Jump

Rediff.com30 Sep 2026

In a first, Indian Army's combat dog jumps from a plane with handler, paratrooper.

Father Sentenced To 20 Years For Daughter's Sexual Assault

Father Sentenced To 20 Years For Daughter's Sexual Assault

Rediff.com9 Oct 2026

A court in Maharashtra's Palghar district has sentenced a 55-year-old man to 20 years of rigorous imprisonment for sexually assaulting his seven-year-old daughter. The crime came to light in November 2020 after neighbours alerted an NGO. The court noted the man exploited his position of trust, making the child believe his actions were right.

Jharkhand Man Shot Dead By Bike-Borne Assailants

Jharkhand Man Shot Dead By Bike-Borne Assailants

Rediff.com9 Jun 2026

A 30-year-old man, Vicky Soni, was shot dead by two unidentified bike-borne miscreants in Hazaribag, Jharkhand, while travelling to Koderma railway station. Police suspect a family dispute as the motive and have launched an investigation, with no arrests made so far.

Imran Khan: From Bollywood fame to political crossfire

Imran Khan: From Bollywood fame to political crossfire

Rediff.com15 Oct 2026

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.

Shraddha murder case: WhatsApp, Google, Bumble officials to testify online

Shraddha murder case: WhatsApp, Google, Bumble officials to testify online

Rediff.com12 Oct 2026

A Delhi court has permitted the prosecution to record the testimonies of four foreign-based nodal officers from WhatsApp, Google, and Bumble via video conferencing in the Shraddha Walkar murder case. This decision aims to prevent undue delays and exorbitant expenses associated with securing their physical presence, facilitating an expeditious trial. The testimonies are scheduled to begin in December 2026, with specific protocols for identity verification and secure proceedings.

Rakhi Sawant At Mushtaq Khan's Prayer Meet

Rakhi Sawant At Mushtaq Khan's Prayer Meet

Rediff.com1 Oct 2026

Mushtaq Khan, known for his versatile supporting roles, was remembered by the film fraternity at a prayer meet in Mumbai, following his passing on September 24.

New US policy restricts visas for 'birth tourism'

New US policy restricts visas for 'birth tourism'

Rediff.com24 Sep 2026

The United States has announced new visa restrictions targeting individuals who engage in or facilitate "birth tourism." This move aims to prevent the exploitation of the US immigration system, which allows foreign nationals to travel to the US to give birth, thereby securing US citizenship for their children. The restrictions apply to facilitators, visa "fixers," and medical providers involved in these networks.

From Rohtas to Japan: Meet Abhishek Anand, Bihar's unlikely cricket export

From Rohtas to Japan: Meet Abhishek Anand, Bihar's unlikely cricket export

Rediff.com22 Sep 2026

Bihar-born Abhishek Anand's journey from tennis-ball cricket and IIT Kanpur to Japan's national team has culminated in a historic opportunity to face India on Tuesday.

Tom Cruise's 10 Best Movies

Tom Cruise's 10 Best Movies

Rediff.com1 Oct 2026

Looking at the best Tom Cruise films outside the Mission: Impossible franchise that proves just how versatile the superstar can be.

GST Council To Review Tax On UPI Merchant Fees

GST Council To Review Tax On UPI Merchant Fees

Rediff.com24 Sep 2026

The GST Council is set to discuss the application of GST on merchant fees for UPI transactions exceeding Rs 2,000. This comes as a new Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) of 0.4% (capped at Rs 300) is effective from October 15 for such transactions, which, as a service, would typically attract an 18% GST levy. The Council's decision is anticipated to consider consumer interests, with merchants potentially able to claim Input Tax Credit.

US moves to strip citizenship of 40, including Indian-origin man

US moves to strip citizenship of 40, including Indian-origin man

Rediff.com6 Oct 2026

The US Department of Justice has initiated its largest denaturalisation effort in modern history, targeting 40 individuals for various serious offences, including fraud and espionage. Among those facing citizenship revocation is Balwinder Singh of California, accused of using a fraudulent identity, and Jinchao Wei, a former US Navy sailor convicted of espionage for China.

'Suspension Of PERM May Not Immediately Affect Indian IT Companies'

'Suspension Of PERM May Not Immediately Affect Indian IT Companies'

Rediff.com13 Oct 2026

'...but could demotivate employees seeking US residency.'

The Nana Patekar You Didn't Know

The Nana Patekar You Didn't Know

Rediff.com14 Oct 2026

'I had narrated a script to Nana Patekar, and four days before the end, he told me that once he returned from Goa, he would take the project forward. I still can't believe he is never coming back. He was always so fit, proudly flexing his muscles and urging me to work out.'

How A QR Code Led Punjab Police To Mad Sandhu's Murderer

How A QR Code Led Punjab Police To Mad Sandhu's Murderer

Rediff.com8 Oct 2026

Punjab Police, in a joint operation with Gujarat Police, arrested Parminder alias Kaka, the main shooter in the murder of social media influencer Mad Sandhu, after tracking him via a QR code. Five other individuals, including the shooter's brother, were also apprehended. The murder, which occurred on October 3, was claimed by foreign-based gangster Goldy Dhillon.

Deisseroth, Hegemann, Nagel awarded Nobel for optogenetics breakthrough

Deisseroth, Hegemann, Nagel awarded Nobel for optogenetics breakthrough

Rediff.com5 Oct 2026

Karl Deisseroth, Peter Hegemann, and Georg Nagel have been jointly awarded the 2026 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine for their groundbreaking discoveries in light-gated ion channels and optogenetics, a method revolutionising the study of brain function.

UN flags mass detentions during Delhi stir, calls for protesters' release

UN flags mass detentions during Delhi stir, calls for protesters' release

Rediff.com10 Oct 2026

The UN human rights office expressed concern over mass detentions during protests in Delhi on Saturday, urging India to respect peaceful assembly rights and release detainees. India rejected these concerns as "misplaced" and "unwarranted interference." The protests, organised by the Gen Z-led Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), demanded electoral reforms and the resignation of CEC Gyanesh Kumar over alleged voter list manipulation, which the Election Commission and BJP deny.

GST Council to focus on process reforms, ease of doing business

GST Council to focus on process reforms, ease of doing business

Rediff.com8 Oct 2026

The Goods and Services Tax (GST) Council is set to discuss proposals aimed at transforming the complex indirect tax system into a more business-friendly regime, focusing on simplifying compliance, reducing administrative burdens, and potentially raising the prosecution threshold.

Did Gandhiji's use of 'Ram Rajya' put off Muslims?

Did Gandhiji's use of 'Ram Rajya' put off Muslims?

Rediff.com9 Oct 2026

Historian Ramachandra Guha, at the launch of his book "Arguments with Gandhi", discussed Mahatma Gandhi's use of "Ram Rajya", acknowledging it could be "off-putting to Muslims" despite Gandhi's interfaith practice. Guha highlighted Gandhi's pluralistic approach, his efforts to protect minorities after Partition, and his contributions to the anti-untouchability campaign, often overlooked in contemporary discourse. The book also examines Gandhi's disagreements with figures like Ambedkar, Savarkar, Nehru, and Bhagat Singh.

Police Suspect Mother Or Grandmother In Newborn's Strangulation At MP Hospital

Police Suspect Mother Or Grandmother In Newborn's Strangulation At MP Hospital

Rediff.com4 Oct 2026

A newborn girl was allegedly strangled to death inside a hospital's Special Newborn Care Unit in Ashoknagar, Madhya Pradesh. Police suspect the involvement of her mother or grandmother, possibly due to the baby being the third female child in the family. The incident highlights the issue of infanticide, with Madhya Pradesh reporting significant numbers of such cases.

After Jamui, girl molested in public in Darbhanga, 2 arrested

After Jamui, girl molested in public in Darbhanga, 2 arrested

Rediff.com23 Sep 2026

A girl was allegedly molested in public in Darbhanga, Bihar, by two motorcycle-borne individuals. Police apprehended both accused, including a minor, within five hours. The incident has drawn political comparisons to a similar case in Jamui, leading to a blame game between the RJD and Union Minister Jitan Ram Manjhi.

'Airtel Will Remain An Institution Run By Professionals'

'Airtel Will Remain An Institution Run By Professionals'

Rediff.com14 Oct 2026

'The Rs 35,000 crore of capex every year, I don't get to sign 35 paise out of this.'

Navi Pillay's Nobel Peace Prize: A Triumph For International Justice

Navi Pillay's Nobel Peace Prize: A Triumph For International Justice

Rediff.com9 Oct 2026

Navi Pillay, a South African jurist of Indian origin, has been awarded the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize for her efforts to promote peace and international law. The announcement came as she was in Nuremberg, a symbolic location given her career's focus on international justice. Pillay dedicated the prize to survivors and those working for justice, warning against political attacks on international law and institutions like the ICC. Her extensive career includes roles in the International Criminal Tribunal for Rwanda, the International Criminal Court, and as UN High Commissioner for Human Rights.

Canadian author Anne Carson awarded 2026 Literature Nobel

Canadian author Anne Carson awarded 2026 Literature Nobel

Rediff.com8 Oct 2026

Canadian author Anne Carson has been awarded the 2026 Nobel Prize in Literature for her "bold and inventive oeuvre" that blends classical tradition with contemporary forms. The Swedish Academy highlighted her distinctive work spanning poetry, translation, and literary scholarship, noting her unique approach to language and ancient texts. Carson's career is marked by her ability to create new literary forms by placing classical authors alongside modern writers and transforming mythological figures into contemporary narratives.

Jailer 2: Meet The New Players

Jailer 2: Meet The New Players

Rediff.com13 Oct 2026

From Mithun Chakraborty and Vidya Balan to S J Suryah and Hrithik Roshan, Jailer 2 boasts an eclectic new cast. Here's a look at the fresh faces joining Rajinikanth's Tiger Muthuvel Pandian and the films you know them from.

England pacer Brydon Carse faces disciplinary hearing after Derby nightclub incident

England pacer Brydon Carse faces disciplinary hearing after Derby nightclub incident

Rediff.com2 Oct 2026

Brydon Carse has been charged over an alleged ECB conduct breach following a Derby nightclub incident, with the case referred to an independent panel amid heightened scrutiny of England players.

Should You Buy Dengue Insurance?

Should You Buy Dengue Insurance?

Rediff.com11 Sep 2026

Buyers should check their scope and triggers and whether they need such policies alongside their regular health insurance.

Indian-Origin Jurist Navi Pillay Wins Nobel Peace Prize

Indian-Origin Jurist Navi Pillay Wins Nobel Peace Prize

Rediff.com9 Oct 2026

South African jurist Navanethem 'Navi' Pillay, of Indian origin, has been awarded the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize for her lifelong dedication to advancing human rights, peace, and international law, including her significant contributions to shaping international law on genocide and sexual violence.

First Drive: The New Tata Sierra Was Born to be an EV

First Drive: The New Tata Sierra Was Born to be an EV

Rediff.com15 Jul 2026

Mountain drives are the ultimate test of an EV's stamina. Here is how the Sierra.ev fared over a rigorous test loop in the Nilgiris, says Rajesh Karkera/Rediff.com.

How India Became NetApp's Fastest-Growing Market In Asia

How India Became NetApp's Fastest-Growing Market In Asia

Rediff.com4 Oct 2026

NetApp CEO George Kurian announced that India is the company's fastest-growing market in Asia, driven by strong performance in BFSI, manufacturing, IT services, and public sectors. The company's Bengaluru global capability centre is its largest, housing 4,000 engineers and leading global R&D. NetApp also unveiled new AI-focused storage solutions and cloud partnerships at its Insight event.

Unravelling The Distinct Origins Of Earth And Mars

Unravelling The Distinct Origins Of Earth And Mars

Rediff.com2 Oct 2026

Researchers have found that Earth and Mars formed in different ways despite originating from the same solar nebula. Earth's mass primarily came from protoplanets accreting pebbles, while Mars's mass largely originated from planetesimals. This study, published in Nature Astronomy, used volatile elements as chemical fingerprints to reconstruct their formation 4.5 billion years ago, supporting a hybrid model of planet formation.

'They wanted to kill me': TMC MLA's car attacked in Kolkata

'They wanted to kill me': TMC MLA's car attacked in Kolkata

Rediff.com27 Sep 2026

TMC MLA Kunal Ghosh alleged his car was attacked with hammers and a gun was pointed at his security personnel in Kolkata, following a similar incident in Hooghly. He accused the BJP of orchestrating a "jungle raj," while the BJP dismissed the claims as a publicity stunt.

Indian Football Team Set For Tough Uruguay Test After Brazil Drubbing

Indian Football Team Set For Tough Uruguay Test After Brazil Drubbing

Rediff.com5 Oct 2026

India faces a challenging FIFA international friendly against two-time world champions Uruguay in Kolkata, aiming to recover from a 0-4 defeat by Brazil.

Live-in couple sells baby for Rs 1.2 Lakh, buy two phones, gold

Live-in couple sells baby for Rs 1.2 Lakh, buy two phones, gold

Rediff.com30 Sep 2026

A live-in couple in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, Maharashtra, allegedly sold their one-month-old baby for Rs 1.2 lakh. The infant was subsequently resold multiple times, eventually reaching Hyderabad. Seven individuals, including the parents, have been arrested, and the baby has been rescued and placed in an orphanage.