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Illegal Opium Farming Busted in Chhattisgarh: What's Behind the Rise?

Illegal Opium Farming Busted in Chhattisgarh: What's Behind the Rise?

Rediff.com4 days ago

Police in Chhattisgarh's Raigarh district have uncovered illegal opium cultivation in a village, marking the fifth such instance in the past 18 days. Two individuals have been arrested in connection with the illegal activity, which was discovered through drone surveillance.

14 UNLF (Koireng) Cadres Arrested in Manipur, Arms Seized

14 UNLF (Koireng) Cadres Arrested in Manipur, Arms Seized

Rediff.com4 days ago

Manipur Police arrested 14 cadres of the banned United National Liberation Front (Koireng) outfit in Thoubal district and seized a cache of arms and ammunition.

Clash Erupts at Nepal Drug Trade Protest, Injuring Security Personnel

Clash Erupts at Nepal Drug Trade Protest, Injuring Security Personnel

Rediff.com3 days ago

At least 11 security personnel were injured in Nepal during a crackdown on a protest against alleged cross-border drug trade in the Lumbini province bordering India.

Acid Attack on Schoolgirl Sparks Outrage in Maharashtra Assembly

Acid Attack on Schoolgirl Sparks Outrage in Maharashtra Assembly

Rediff.com18 Mar 2026

The Maharashtra government is facing criticism after an acid attack on a Class 6 girl student in Sangamner. The Congress party has slammed the government in the legislative assembly, alleging a deterioration in law and order in the state. The incident has raised concerns about the safety of women and girls in Maharashtra.

No nukes, reopen Hormuz: Trump's 15-point plan to end Iran war

No nukes, reopen Hormuz: Trump's 15-point plan to end Iran war

Rediff.com2 days ago

In a bid to de-escalate Middle East tensions, the US has presented Iran with a comprehensive 15-point peace plan focusing on nuclear disarmament and regional stability in exchange for sanctions relief.

This Ex-Cricketer Will Now Run RCB

This Ex-Cricketer Will Now Run RCB

Rediff.com2 days ago

Aryaman Vikram Birla transitions from a promising cricket career to owning the Royal Challengers Bengaluru IPL team.

UP Police Inspector Dies Suddenly While on Duty in Etah

UP Police Inspector Dies Suddenly While on Duty in Etah

Rediff.com3 days ago

A police inspector in Etah, Uttar Pradesh, died suddenly while on duty, with officials suspecting a cardiac arrest. The inspector was deployed for examination duty at the police lines when he fell ill and was declared dead at a medical college.

Viral Video Evidence Examined in Railway Firing Case

Viral Video Evidence Examined in Railway Firing Case

Rediff.com2 days ago

A police constable testified in court about a viral video allegedly showing Chetansingh Chaudhary, the accused in the 2023 railway firing incident, making communally charged statements. The video, which surfaced after the shooting, led to the addition of charges related to promoting enmity between groups.

Fadnavis: Police Acted Swiftly in Godman Arrest, More Victims Expected

Fadnavis: Police Acted Swiftly in Godman Arrest, More Victims Expected

Rediff.com4 days ago

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis addressed the state assembly regarding the arrest of self-styled godman Ashok Kharat, accused of rape, assuring a thorough investigation and protection for potential victims.

Indian archers win two bronze, reach two finals in Asia Cup Stage 1

Indian archers win two bronze, reach two finals in Asia Cup Stage 1

Rediff.com2 days ago

Indian archers secured two bronze medals and advanced to the finals of the men's recurve and women's compound team events at the Asia Cup World Ranking Tournament Stage 1 in Bangkok.

Bihar Excise and Railway Police Clash Over Liquor Raid at Katihar Station

Bihar Excise and Railway Police Clash Over Liquor Raid at Katihar Station

Rediff.com7 days ago

A clash occurred between Excise & Prohibition Department officials and GRP personnel at Katihar railway station in Bihar over a liquor raid, resulting in injuries and investigations by both sides.

Atiqa Mir Achieves Top Ranking in WSK Super Masters, Finishes Eighth

Atiqa Mir Achieves Top Ranking in WSK Super Masters, Finishes Eighth

Rediff.com1 days ago

Indian racing driver Atiqa Mir finished eighth in the WSK Super Masters Series, marking a successful end to her campaign as the highest-ranked female racer.

Islamabad Asian Team Squash Championship Delayed Due to Gulf Tensions

Islamabad Asian Team Squash Championship Delayed Due to Gulf Tensions

Rediff.com4 days ago

The Asian Team Squash Championship, scheduled to be held in Islamabad in April, has been postponed due to the ongoing conflict in the Gulf region.

Bombay HC Asks for Response in Mahatma Gandhi Derogatory Remarks Case

Bombay HC Asks for Response in Mahatma Gandhi Derogatory Remarks Case

Rediff.com17 Mar 2026

The Bombay High Court has requested a response from the Maharashtra Home Department and Nagpur police regarding a petition seeking action against a journalist and event organiser for allegedly making derogatory statements about Mahatma Gandhi.

Punjab ex-minister Bhullar arrested in official's suicide case

Punjab ex-minister Bhullar arrested in official's suicide case

Rediff.com4 days ago

Former Punjab minister and AAP MLA Laljit Singh Bhullar has been arrested for allegedly abetting the suicide of a state warehousing corporation official. The arrest follows accusations of harassment and pressure related to a warehouse tender.

Akshay Bhatia Set for Hero Indian Open Debut

Akshay Bhatia Set for Hero Indian Open Debut

Rediff.com3 days ago

Akshay Bhatia, a three-time PGA Tour winner, is set to make his debut at the Hero Indian Open, fulfilling a long-held ambition to play in his parents' home country. The tournament features a strong field, including defending champion Eugenio Chacarra and Ryder Cup hero Francesco Molinari.

No knowledge of peace talks, Iran ops continue: Israel counters Trump

No knowledge of peace talks, Iran ops continue: Israel counters Trump

Rediff.com2 days ago

Addressing a media stakeout at the United Nations on Tuesday, Israel's envoy said the country's primary objective remained preventing Iran from acquiring nuclear capabilities.

Hardik Singh, Navneet Kaur bag Hockey India Player of the Year Awards

Hardik Singh, Navneet Kaur bag Hockey India Player of the Year Awards

Rediff.com13 hours ago

Hardik Singh and Navneet Kaur were named Hockey India Player of the Year in the men's and women's categories, respectively, at a ceremony in New Delhi. Several other players, officials, and member units were also recognised for their contributions to Indian hockey.

Haryana Police Unveils 'Abhedya' App to Tackle Cyber Threats

Haryana Police Unveils 'Abhedya' App to Tackle Cyber Threats

Rediff.com6 days ago

The Haryana Police have launched 'Abhedya', a mobile application designed to curb cybercrime, extortion, and threatening calls. This initiative makes Haryana the first state in India to introduce such a measure, aiming to protect citizens from various forms of digital harassment.

Opposition targets CEC Gyanesh Kumar with 7-point chargesheet

Opposition targets CEC Gyanesh Kumar with 7-point chargesheet

Rediff.com5 days ago

Opposition MPs in India have moved notices in Parliament seeking the removal of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, accusing him of bias, misconduct, and acting under the influence of the executive.

Coach Fulton Confirms Unified Indian Hockey Team for Major Tournaments

Coach Fulton Confirms Unified Indian Hockey Team for Major Tournaments

Rediff.com14 hours ago

Indian men's hockey chief coach Craig Fulton has confirmed that a single team will represent India in both the FIH World Cup and the Asian Games, dismissing speculation of separate squads.

Former Punjab Minister Bhullar Arrested in Suicide Case

Former Punjab Minister Bhullar Arrested in Suicide Case

Rediff.com4 days ago

Former Punjab minister Laljit Singh Bhullar has been arrested in connection with the suicide of a state warehousing corporation official who accused the AAP MLA of harassment. The arrest follows demands for a CBI probe and political uproar.

UPI and Card Payments Simplify Customs Duty on ICEGATE

UPI and Card Payments Simplify Customs Duty on ICEGATE

Rediff.com2 days ago

The Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) has enabled UPI, debit, and credit card payments for Customs duty on the ICEGATE portal, enhancing ease of doing business for importers and exporters.

Gurugram Yoga Teacher Blackmail Case: Wife Arrested Taking Extortion Money

Gurugram Yoga Teacher Blackmail Case: Wife Arrested Taking Extortion Money

Rediff.com2 days ago

The wife of a yoga teacher in Gurugram has been arrested for allegedly accepting extortion money from a woman who was blackmailed by the couple using an objectionable video filmed during yoga sessions.

Study: Extreme Climate Events Possible Even With Moderate Warming

Study: Extreme Climate Events Possible Even With Moderate Warming

Rediff.com1 days ago

A new study reveals that extreme climate hazards, typically associated with higher levels of global warming, could occur even under a moderate warming of 2 degrees Celsius, posing significant threats to food production, forests, and urban areas.

Mangaluru Police Seize MDMA, Arrest Three in Drug Raid

Mangaluru Police Seize MDMA, Arrest Three in Drug Raid

Rediff.com4 days ago

Three individuals have been arrested in Mangaluru, Karnataka, following a raid by the City Crime Branch police, resulting in the seizure of MDMA and other items.

Indian Archers Shine at Asia Cup, Clinch Gold and Silver

Indian Archers Shine at Asia Cup, Clinch Gold and Silver

Rediff.com20 hours ago

Indian compound archers achieved remarkable success at the Asia Cup-World Ranking Tournament Stage 1, securing gold in the mixed team event, silver in the women's team event, and a clean sweep in the men's individual category.

Delhi High Court Acquits Sonu Punjaban in Trafficking Case

Delhi High Court Acquits Sonu Punjaban in Trafficking Case

Rediff.com3 days ago

The Delhi High Court has overturned the conviction and 24-year jail sentence of Geeta Arora, also known as Sonu Punjaban, in a case involving the alleged trafficking of a 12-year-old girl, citing inconsistencies and contradictions in the victim's testimony and gaps in the prosecution's case.

Delhi Court Convicts Two in Culpable Homicide and Woman Harassment Case

Delhi Court Convicts Two in Culpable Homicide and Woman Harassment Case

Rediff.com1 days ago

A Delhi court has convicted two men for attempting culpable homicide and harassing a woman, citing manipulated defence witness testimonies and corroborating medical evidence.

Chacarra Seeks Consecutive Hero Indian Open Titles, Jarvis Close Behind

Chacarra Seeks Consecutive Hero Indian Open Titles, Jarvis Close Behind

Rediff.com12 hours ago

Eugenio Chacarra leads the Hero Indian Open, aiming for back-to-back wins, while Casey Jarvis trails closely, seeking his third DP World Tour title. Several Indian players face a tough weekend after a disrupted second day.

Security Forces Nab 10 Rebels Near Manipur Border Amid Ongoing Unrest

Security Forces Nab 10 Rebels Near Manipur Border Amid Ongoing Unrest

Rediff.com3 days ago

Security forces in Manipur have arrested 10 cadres of the banned Prepak (RA) near the India-Myanmar border, including five minors, as search operations continue in the region amid ongoing ethnic violence. A separate incident involved a mob attempting to enter the residence of a Kuki Zo Council chairman.

VP Radhakrishnan to Attend IIM Ranchi Convocation, Launch VR Case Repository

VP Radhakrishnan to Attend IIM Ranchi Convocation, Launch VR Case Repository

Rediff.com2 days ago

Vice President C P Radhakrishnan will attend the 15th convocation of IIM Ranchi, where he will award medals to outstanding students and launch a virtual reality case repository.

Patna Police Uncover Fake Lottery Ticket Operation

Patna Police Uncover Fake Lottery Ticket Operation

Rediff.com17 Mar 2026

Police in Patna, Bihar, have detained 18 individuals suspected of involvement in a syndicate selling counterfeit lottery tickets, seizing printing equipment and a large quantity of fake tickets.

Ajit Pawar's death: Maharashtra announces 3-day state mourning

Ajit Pawar's death: Maharashtra announces 3-day state mourning

Rediff.com28 Jan 2026

Ajit Pawar, 66, and four other persons were killed after an aircraft carrying them crashed in Maharashtra's Pune district on Wednesday morning

CCPA warns restaurants against levying 'LPG charges'

CCPA warns restaurants against levying 'LPG charges'

Rediff.com2 days ago

The authority has termed it an unfair trade practice under the Consumer Protection Act, 2019, pointing out that only applicable taxes can be added to the price mentioned in the menu.

Pak PM Sharif speaks to Iran president, calls for urgent de-escalation

Pak PM Sharif speaks to Iran president, calls for urgent de-escalation

Rediff.com4 days ago

Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has called for urgent de-escalation and dialogue in West Asia during a phone call with Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian, expressing serious concern over ongoing hostilities.

Delhi Police Nab Two Juveniles in Sadar Bazar Murder Case

Delhi Police Nab Two Juveniles in Sadar Bazar Murder Case

Rediff.com3 days ago

Two juveniles have been apprehended for allegedly stabbing a 16-year-old boy to death in north Delhi's Sadar Bazar over previous enmity.

Nepal-born Abneet Bharti Called Up To Indian Football Camp

Nepal-born Abneet Bharti Called Up To Indian Football Camp

Rediff.com2 days ago

Nepal-born defender Abneet Bharti has joined the Indian senior men's team camp in Kochi ahead of the AFC Asian Cup qualifier against Hong Kong, pending FIFA clearance.

Lucknow Arrests Uncover Maharashtra Drug Supply Network

Lucknow Arrests Uncover Maharashtra Drug Supply Network

Rediff.com2 days ago

Two individuals have been arrested in Lucknow for their involvement in a drug trafficking case originating in Maharashtra's Palghar district. The accused allegedly supplied narcotics to pubs, hotels, and private parties.

Lucknow Woman's Death Under Investigation

Lucknow Woman's Death Under Investigation

Rediff.com5 days ago

A 69-year-old woman was found dead in Lucknow under mysterious circumstances, prompting a police investigation.