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Gandhis, Congress And The Kaikeyi Principle

Gandhis, Congress And The Kaikeyi Principle

Rediff.com19 May 2026

The Gandhis have served both the Congress and India. But it has been 12 years since the 2014 verdict, and the returns have been diminishing. It is time for them to step aside, let the party find its own footing, and allow someone else to make the hard calls. That is what the Congress needs. And frankly, it is what India needs too, points out Harishchandra.

CBI Uses 3D Scanners In Probe Of Bengal Politician's Aide Murder

CBI Uses 3D Scanners In Probe Of Bengal Politician's Aide Murder

Rediff.com13 May 2026

The CBI revisited the crime scene in North 24 Parganas as part of its investigation into the death of Chandranath Rath, an aide to West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari. The agency is using advanced 3D scanners to reconstruct the events leading to Rath's death.

Prashant Kishor's party moves SC seeking fresh Bihar polls

Prashant Kishor's party moves SC seeking fresh Bihar polls

Rediff.com5 Feb 2026

The BJP-led NDA retained power in the state, winning 202 of the total 243 seats, while the INDIA bloc bagged only 35, including six of the Congress.

NIA Files Chargesheet in Naxal Arms Smuggling Case

NIA Files Chargesheet in Naxal Arms Smuggling Case

Rediff.com15 Apr 2026

The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has filed a chargesheet against a man from Bihar for allegedly smuggling arms from Nagaland and supplying them to Naxals.

Man Posing As Rahul Gandhi's Secretary Arrested For Fraud

Man Posing As Rahul Gandhi's Secretary Arrested For Fraud

Rediff.com6 May 2026

A 42-year-old man has been arrested in Dehradun for allegedly defrauding Congress leaders of crores of rupees by impersonating Rahul Gandhi's personal secretary. He has been sent to judicial custody, and police are seeking further custody for questioning.

Vijay Film Festival To Mark Poll Triumph

Vijay Film Festival To Mark Poll Triumph

Rediff.com7 May 2026

'They want to know more about him. They want to see his films. Even those who were earlier not interested in his films want to see him now.'

Chhattisgarh Police Detained For Alleged Bribery In Guwahati

Chhattisgarh Police Detained For Alleged Bribery In Guwahati

Rediff.com29 Apr 2026

A team of Chhattisgarh Police personnel was detained by Guwahati Police for allegedly demanding and accepting bribes from cybercrime accused arrested from Assam.

Three Drown In Ganga During Tonsure Ceremony In Bhagalpur

Three Drown In Ganga During Tonsure Ceremony In Bhagalpur

Rediff.com25 Apr 2026

Three members of a family, including two siblings, drowned in the Ganga river in Bhagalpur district, Bihar, during a tonsure ceremony.

Rs 5.7 Crore Looted From Bank In Madhya Pradesh

Rs 5.7 Crore Looted From Bank In Madhya Pradesh

Rediff.com18 Apr 2026

Five masked gunmen robbed a Bank of Maharashtra branch in Singrauli, Madhya Pradesh, stealing gold and cash worth Rs 5.7 crore. One suspect has been arrested in Bihar.

IPL 2026: The Boy Who Makes World-Class Bowlers Look Ordinary

IPL 2026: The Boy Who Makes World-Class Bowlers Look Ordinary

Rediff.com20 May 2026

Fans are travelling from across cities just to be in the stadium on days Rajasthan Royals play -- on the off-chance they get to watch him bat. Television numbers spike the moment he walks out to the crease. And there's a pattern that have quietly started to notice: The moment Sooryavanshi is dismissed, a significant chunk of viewers switch off.

Five workers killed in MP firecracker factory blast; owner held

Five workers killed in MP firecracker factory blast; owner held

Rediff.com15 May 2026

An explosion at a firecracker factory in Madhya Pradesh's Dewas district resulted in multiple fatalities and injuries, prompting investigations and government action.

Newlywed Woman Found Dead In Delhi, Husband Sought

Newlywed Woman Found Dead In Delhi, Husband Sought

Rediff.com12 May 2026

A 28-year-old newlywed woman was discovered dead in a bed box in Delhi's Nabi Karim area, with her husband missing and suspected of dowry harassment, prompting a police investigation.

CBI To Investigate Murder Of Suvendu Adhikari's Aide

CBI To Investigate Murder Of Suvendu Adhikari's Aide

Rediff.com12 May 2026

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has taken over the investigation into the murder of Chandranath Rath, an aide to West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari. The counsel for one of the arrested individuals, Raj Singh, has welcomed the CBI probe and criticised the West Bengal Police's handling of the arrest.

Nitish Kumar lauds Bihar prodigy Sooryavanshi after U19 WC

Nitish Kumar lauds Bihar prodigy Sooryavanshi after U19 WC

Rediff.com6 Feb 2026

Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar praised 14-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi after his record-breaking 175 powered India to the 2026 ICC Under-19 World Cup title.

How Odisha Women Clinched Rugby 7s Title

How Odisha Women Clinched Rugby 7s Title

Rediff.com17 Apr 2026

Odisha women's rugby team dominated the 13th Senior National Rugby 7s Championship, defeating defending champions Bihar 27-0 to claim the title. Nirmalya Rout's impressive performance led Odisha to their third national title in six years.

Congress Protests NEET Exam Cancellation, Seeks Supreme Court Probe

Congress Protests NEET Exam Cancellation, Seeks Supreme Court Probe

Rediff.com13 May 2026

The Jammu and Kashmir Congress staged protests against the Centre over the cancellation of the NEET-UG exam, demanding strict action against those involved in the alleged paper leak and a Supreme Court-monitored probe.

Nitish Kumar Takes Oath As Rajya Sabha MP

Nitish Kumar Takes Oath As Rajya Sabha MP

Rediff.com10 Apr 2026

On Friday, April 10, Vice President and Rajya Sabha Chairman C P Radhakrishnan administered the oath to Nitish Kumar as Bihar's elected Rajya Sabha MP at Parliament House, New Delhi.

Delhi Police Head Constable Accused Of Killing Food Delivery Agent

Delhi Police Head Constable Accused Of Killing Food Delivery Agent

Rediff.com26 Apr 2026

A food delivery agent was allegedly shot dead by a Delhi Police head constable following an altercation in Jaffarpur Kalan village. The victim, Pandav Kumar, was returning from a birthday celebration when the incident occurred. The accused, identified as Neeraj, allegedly fired at point-blank range after an argument, according to police reports.

Inspector Avinash Season 2 Review: Muddled Cop Drama

Inspector Avinash Season 2 Review: Muddled Cop Drama

Rediff.com16 May 2026

Randeep Hooda returns as the titular supercop in Inspector Avinash Season 2, but the series struggles to maintain narrative coherence and pacing, sighs Sreeju Sudhakaran.

Jharkhand Police Crackdown: Narcotics, Illicit Liquor Worth Crores Seized

Jharkhand Police Crackdown: Narcotics, Illicit Liquor Worth Crores Seized

Rediff.com11 May 2026

Jharkhand Police seized narcotics and illicit liquor worth over Rs 2.54 crore and arrested seven persons in separate operations across five districts.

Time for change, not revenge: Modi hails Bengal victory

Time for change, not revenge: Modi hails Bengal victory

Rediff.com4 May 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed BJP workers after the party's performance in assembly elections, urging an end to political violence in West Bengal and a focus on the state's future.

Delhi's Crime Rate Against Scheduled Castes Lower Than National Average

Delhi's Crime Rate Against Scheduled Castes Lower Than National Average

Rediff.com6 May 2026

Delhi recorded 133 cases of crimes and atrocities against Scheduled Castes (SCs) in 2024, slightly higher than the previous year, according to NCRB data. Despite the increase, Delhi's crime rate against SCs remains significantly lower than the national average.

The Luv Kush Factor: Why BJP Picked Samrat Choudhary

The Luv Kush Factor: Why BJP Picked Samrat Choudhary

Rediff.com15 Apr 2026

The BJP will use Samrat Choudhary to make a dent into Nitish Kumar's traditional social support base of Kurmi and Koeri/Kushwaha communities.

IPL 2026: Sooryavanshi should play other formats to fully develop his game: De Villiers

IPL 2026: Sooryavanshi should play other formats to fully develop his game: De Villiers

Rediff.com13 May 2026

Former South African cricketer AB de Villiers believes 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi should play ODI and Test cricket to fully develop his game, though he warned that the road in longer formats would not be easy.

Ranchi Teenager Kills Mother For Refusing Money

Ranchi Teenager Kills Mother For Refusing Money

Rediff.com29 Apr 2026

A teenager in Ranchi, Jharkhand, has been arrested along with her boyfriend for allegedly murdering her mother after she refused to give her money. The girl confessed to the crime, stating she suffocated her mother with a pillow with the help of her boyfriend and his friends.

International IPL Betting Racket Busted; Five Arrested

International IPL Betting Racket Busted; Five Arrested

Rediff.com8 May 2026

Uttarakhand STF and Dehradun Police busted an international online betting syndicate and arrested five accused allegedly involved in facilitating betting on IPL matches.

Nitish Kumar To Step Down On Tuesday; BJP's CM To Be Announced

Nitish Kumar To Step Down On Tuesday; BJP's CM To Be Announced

Rediff.com13 Apr 2026

'Shivraj Chauhan is coming with a secret slip in which the next chief minister's name is mentioned, it will be known on Tuesday.'

Nitish Kumar exits, legacy marked by progress and contradictions

Nitish Kumar exits, legacy marked by progress and contradictions

Rediff.com14 Apr 2026

An analysis of Nitish Kumar's tenure as Chief Minister of Bihar, highlighting his contributions to development and social justice alongside controversies and political shifts.

Can Starc Stop Sooryavanshi In Crucial IPL 2026 Clash?

Can Starc Stop Sooryavanshi In Crucial IPL 2026 Clash?

Rediff.com16 May 2026

Rajasthan Royals and Delhi Capitals face off in a crucial IPL match with significant playoff implications, highlighting the anticipated battle between Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's aggressive batting and Mitchell Starc's seam bowling.

Ranchi Couple Arrested For Murdering Man Over Illicit Affair

Ranchi Couple Arrested For Murdering Man Over Illicit Affair

Rediff.com6 May 2026

Police in Ranchi have arrested a couple and an accomplice for allegedly murdering a man due to an illicit affair gone sour. The victim, Kamlesh Singh, was allegedly killed by Shivnath Kumar Singh and his wife Angita Devi after Angita claimed the victim had tried to molest her. The trio attempted to make the murder look like a road accident.

CBI Investigates Possible Contract Killing Of Adhikari Aide

CBI Investigates Possible Contract Killing Of Adhikari Aide

Rediff.com12 May 2026

The CBI is investigating the murder of Suvendu Adhikari's aide, Chandranath Rath, suspecting it was a meticulously planned contract killing. The investigation involves forensic analysis and examination of potential interstate criminal links.

Woman Allegedly Killed By Husband In Palghar's Virar

Woman Allegedly Killed By Husband In Palghar's Virar

Rediff.com21 Apr 2026

A woman was allegedly killed by her husband at a construction site in Virar, Palghar district. The accused is on the run with his second wife and children. The victim and accused were migrant labourers from Bihar.

Supreme Court Prioritises Victims In Fraud Case Plea

Supreme Court Prioritises Victims In Fraud Case Plea

Rediff.com8 May 2026

The Supreme Court has dismissed a plea from a Dubai-based businessman seeking consolidation of 24 criminal cases against him, emphasising the need for a victim-centric judicial approach.

How Delhi Police Busted An Interstate Cyber Fraud Ring

How Delhi Police Busted An Interstate Cyber Fraud Ring

Rediff.com8 May 2026

Delhi Police have dismantled an interstate cyber fraud syndicate, arresting 14 individuals allegedly involved in fraudulent transactions exceeding Rs 8 crore. The accused targeted job seekers with fake work-from-home opportunities via social media and job portals.

Jharkhand Police Seize Rs 25 Lakh Worth of Ganja, Two Arrested

Jharkhand Police Seize Rs 25 Lakh Worth of Ganja, Two Arrested

Rediff.com13 Apr 2026

Two individuals were apprehended in Jharkhand's East Singhbhum district after police discovered 50 kg of ganja, valued at Rs 25 lakh, in their possession.

Modi trims convoy to save fuel, pushes EV use; guvs, BJP CMs follow suit

Modi trims convoy to save fuel, pushes EV use; guvs, BJP CMs follow suit

Rediff.com13 May 2026

A downsizing in the prime minister's convoy was implemented in his recent domestic visits, official sources said.

'BJP Was Waiting To Get Rid Of Nitish Kumar'

'BJP Was Waiting To Get Rid Of Nitish Kumar'

Rediff.com14 Apr 2026

'The BJP must have decided to replace Nitish with a green signal from JD-U leaders close to him.'

Four Arrested For Duping Woman With England Promise

Four Arrested For Duping Woman With England Promise

Rediff.com21 Apr 2026

Faridabad police have arrested four individuals from Patna for allegedly defrauding a woman of over Rs 2.5 lakh by promising to take her to England. The accused, who operated three accounts used in the cybercrime, are in police custody and being questioned.

Four Detained In Delhi Molestation And Assault Case

Four Detained In Delhi Molestation And Assault Case

Rediff.com11 May 2026

Delhi Police have detained four men following the alleged molestation and assault of two women in Nehru Place. The incident occurred outside a hotel, and the suspects have been identified and are currently being interrogated.

Why a two-thirds RS majority out of reach for NDA despite Bengal win

Why a two-thirds RS majority out of reach for NDA despite Bengal win

Rediff.com5 May 2026

Despite recent gains, the BJP-led NDA is unlikely to achieve a two-thirds majority in the Rajya Sabha in the near future, highlighting the challenges in passing key legislation requiring constitutional amendments.