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Emergency imposed in country: CJP decries security curbs

Emergency imposed in country: CJP decries security curbs

Rediff.com9 Oct 2026

Leaders of the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) have strongly criticised the Centre's security measures in New Delhi, including metro and train cancellations, ahead of their planned protest at Jantar Mantar. They accuse the government of imposing an "emergency" and being afraid of Gen Z, while demanding the resignation of CEC Gyanesh Kumar over alleged electoral roll irregularities. The Supreme Court has intervened, directing authorities to ensure regulated movement.

Will follow Centre's Vande Mataram Protocol: Kerala CM

Will follow Centre's Vande Mataram Protocol: Kerala CM

Rediff.com2 Sep 2026

Kerala Chief Minister V D Satheesan stated that the state government adheres to Central protocol for Vande Mataram recitation when the President, Vice-President, or Prime Minister attend official functions, despite his party's internal policy. This clarification follows a controversy and protests from the CPI(M) and SFI regarding the full rendition of the national song at a recent state event.

How Genrobotics Is Taking Its Expertise From Manholes To Space

How Genrobotics Is Taking Its Expertise From Manholes To Space

Rediff.com7 days ago

Keralam-based Genrobotics Innovations, known for its Bandicoot robots used in hazardous underground environments, has secured a project from ISRO's U R Rao Satellite Centre. The company will develop a high-precision articulated boom arm system for satellite missions, marking its entry into advanced aerospace engineering and contributing to India's commercial space programme.

India's Medical Isotope Mission Needs Faster Corridors

India's Medical Isotope Mission Needs Faster Corridors

Rediff.com4 days ago

A country that makes the isotope sets the timetable for everyone who needs it.

Govt apologises to SC over Delhi protest restrictions

Govt apologises to SC over Delhi protest restrictions

Rediff.com6 days ago

Union Home Secretary Govind Mohan has tendered an unconditional apology to the Supreme Court for imposing restrictions in Delhi ahead of an October 10 protest, stating there was no deliberate non-compliance with the court's order. The Centre's communication was aimed at maintaining peace and preventing public order disturbances, citing a protest allegedly planned without permission and past experiences.

Little Thomas Review: Lost In Cuteness

Little Thomas Review: Lost In Cuteness

Rediff.com10 hours ago

Little Thomas may have its heart in the right place, but its storytelling never quite catches up with its intentions, rues Mayur Sanap.

Navratri Day 9: How To Add a Pop of Peacock Green

Navratri Day 9: How To Add a Pop of Peacock Green

Rediff.com2 days ago

For Navratri Day 9, master the vibrant peacock green hue by drawing inspiration from these celebrity-approved accessories.

Display Treatment Charges, Hospitals Told

Display Treatment Charges, Hospitals Told

Rediff.com13 Oct 2026

The directive comes amid concerns over steep mark-ups on medicines and medical consumables sold at hospital pharmacies.

Bhavina Patel Leads Indian Table Tennis Charge At Asian Para Games

Bhavina Patel Leads Indian Table Tennis Charge At Asian Para Games

Rediff.com2 days ago

Indian para table tennis players Bhavina Patel, Prachi, and Sonalben have advanced to the semifinals of the Asian Para Games in Nagoya, guaranteeing at least three bronze medals for the country. Bhavina Patel won her Class 4-5 quarterfinal, Prachi secured a historic medal in Class 6, and Sonalben triumphed in Class 3, showcasing India's strong performance in the sport.

'Airtel Will Remain An Institution Run By Professionals'

'Airtel Will Remain An Institution Run By Professionals'

Rediff.com7 days ago

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

AI Poses Grave National Security Risks, Says MI5 Head

AI Poses Grave National Security Risks, Says MI5 Head

Rediff.com13 Oct 2026

MI5 Director General Ken McCallum has issued a stark warning about artificial intelligence "supercharging" cybersecurity challenges and national security risks. He revealed that terrorists are already exploiting AI for attack capabilities and announced the launch of the AI Threat Assessment Centre (AITAC). McCallum also highlighted a fourfold increase in threats from hostile states like Russia, Iran, and China, urging public resilience.

Zoho pauses pay hikes, trims marketing spend due to soaring AI infrastructure costs

Zoho pauses pay hikes, trims marketing spend due to soaring AI infrastructure costs

Rediff.com13 Oct 2026

Zoho Corporation has paused annual pay hikes and reduced marketing expenditure, citing a four-fold increase in server prices for AI infrastructure and an uncertain software sector outlook, according to founder Sridhar Vembu.

Reckless Truck Driver Apprehended After Fatal Dwarka Accident

Reckless Truck Driver Apprehended After Fatal Dwarka Accident

Rediff.com4 days ago

A man died and three others were injured in a truck-motorcycle collision in Dwarka, southwest Delhi, on Saturday. The truck driver has been apprehended, and police are investigating the incident.

Rubio reaches Jamnagar, meets Adani, Chandrasekaran before leaving

Rubio reaches Jamnagar, meets Adani, Chandrasekaran before leaving

Rediff.com6 hours ago

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio visited Reliance Industries' Jamnagar refinery, a day after calling India a crude oil refining 'superpower', and met with top Indian business leaders Gautam Adani and N Chandrasekaran to advance bilateral ties in energy, trade, investment, and defence.

SC to hear plea challenging law granting immunity to CEC, ECs

SC to hear plea challenging law granting immunity to CEC, ECs

Rediff.com13 Oct 2026

The Supreme Court has agreed to hear a plea challenging Section 16 of the 2023 election law, which grants immunity to the Chief Election Commissioner and Election Commissioners from civil and criminal proceedings for actions taken in their official capacity. This provision is being contested as unconstitutional, with petitioners arguing it provides "unprecedented, unbridled power" and blanket immunity for life.

Eligibility, not identity, key for public service selection: SC judge

Eligibility, not identity, key for public service selection: SC judge

Rediff.com2 days ago

Supreme Court Justice Vikram Nath stated that eligibility and merit, not personal identity, should be the sole criteria for selection in public service. Speaking at the UPPSC premises, he highlighted the constitutional safeguards for impartiality in public service commissions and the far-reaching impact of their selections. His visit marked a historic first for the commission.

V V S Laxman to attend all Indian team selection meetings: BCCI

V V S Laxman to attend all Indian team selection meetings: BCCI

Rediff.com7 Oct 2026

BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia announced that Centre of Excellence (CoE) head VVS Laxman will now attend all future senior selection panel meetings to improve communication between selectors and the CoE.

Self-Proclaimed Healer Held For Raping, Impregnating Minor In Kanker

Self-Proclaimed Healer Held For Raping, Impregnating Minor In Kanker

Rediff.com2 days ago

A self-proclaimed healer has been arrested in Kanker, Chhattisgarh, for allegedly raping and impregnating a 14-year-old tribal girl. The incident came to light when the girl, an inmate of a tribal girls' hostel, was found to be five months pregnant during a medical examination. The accused, Ramesh Kumar Pisda, allegedly exploited the girl under the pretext of curing her ailment, administering intoxicating substances to facilitate the abuse.

Parl panel seeks legal bar on rallies, processions on crucial exam days

Parl panel seeks legal bar on rallies, processions on crucial exam days

Rediff.com11 Oct 2026

A Parliamentary panel has recommended that district administrations withhold permission for rallies and public gatherings on competitive examination days to prevent disturbances for candidates. The panel also suggested allowing latecomers to enter exam halls with an undertaking and dedicating a 15-minute window for formalities outside the exam duration.

Uttar Pradesh Aims For Digital Economy Leadership With Microchip Manufacturing

Uttar Pradesh Aims For Digital Economy Leadership With Microchip Manufacturing

Rediff.com6 Oct 2026

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath announced the state's ambitious shift from mobile phone assembly to advanced microchip manufacturing, data centres, and artificial intelligence. He highlighted significant investments and growth in the digital economy, attributing the transformation to the "double-engine government's" alignment with national initiatives like 'Make in India' and 'Aatmanirbhar Bharat'. Adityanath also criticised previous administrations for hindering the state's potential.

Oman examines ransom calls in Indian captain case, Centre tells SC

Oman examines ransom calls in Indian captain case, Centre tells SC

Rediff.com1 Sep 2026

The Centre on Monday told the Supreme Court that authorities in Muscat are examining claims that the family of Indian merchant navy captain Ashish Kumar received ransom calls following his disappearance after a drone or missile attack on a vessel in the Strait of Hormuz.

'It Crossed All Limits': Yuzi Chahal Opens Up on Alcohol Addiction

'It Crossed All Limits': Yuzi Chahal Opens Up on Alcohol Addiction

Rediff.com5 days ago

Yuzvendra Chahal opens up about alcohol addiction, his 26-day stay in rehab, divorce and anxiety, revealing how he decided to reclaim his life and cricket.

DMHO, Health Inspector Arrested For Bribery In Hyderabad

DMHO, Health Inspector Arrested For Bribery In Hyderabad

Rediff.com5 Oct 2026

Three individuals, including a District Medical and Health Officer (DMHO) and a health inspector in Rangareddy district, Hyderabad, have been arrested for allegedly accepting a bribe of Rs 1 lakh. The bribe was demanded for returning seized property, preventing action against an unlicensed physiotherapy centre, and issuing a new license.

TMC breakaway, land bonanza? Gujarat offers 500 sqm free for Yusuf Pathan

TMC breakaway, land bonanza? Gujarat offers 500 sqm free for Yusuf Pathan

Rediff.com1 days ago

The Gujarat government has proposed to allot a long-disputed municipal plot in Vadodara to former cricketer Yusuf Pathan, gifting 500 square metres and offering the rest at a concessional rate. This proposal comes months after Pathan, a newly elected MP, broke away from the Trinamool Congress to join the NDA. The plot has been subject to legal battles and encroachment notices since 2012.

SC seeks Centre's reply on plea seeking social media curbs for minors

SC seeks Centre's reply on plea seeking social media curbs for minors

Rediff.com11 Sep 2026

The Supreme Court has sought responses from the Union ministries of electronics and information technology and law and justice regarding a plea for safeguards for minors on social media. The NGO 'Just Rights for Children Alliance' filed the plea, arguing that social media platforms should not enter into contracts with children under 18, citing their statutory incapacity to contract and the risks of online harm.

India Faces Massive AI Talent Shortage By 2026

India Faces Massive AI Talent Shortage By 2026

Rediff.com9 Oct 2026

A new report by BinQle indicates India will face a significant demand-supply gap of artificial intelligence professionals by 2026, requiring 1.4 million AI experts against an available pool of 400,000. This shortage could hinder growth for enterprises and GCCs, driving up salaries and necessitating continuous reskilling and strategic talent development.

Mid, Smallcap Mutual Fund AUM Hits Rs 10 Trillion Mark, Experts Optimistic

Mid, Smallcap Mutual Fund AUM Hits Rs 10 Trillion Mark, Experts Optimistic

Rediff.com11 hours ago

Mid and smallcap mutual fund schemes in India have quadrupled their assets under management (AUM) to 10 trillion in five years, driven by strong investor inflows and market gains, with experts anticipating continued growth despite mixed valuations.

Graduate Employment Rises, But Job Seekers Fall

Graduate Employment Rises, But Job Seekers Fall

Rediff.com1 days ago

The lack of faster growth in salaried jobs may well account for the degrowth in the unemployed educated population who are actively seeking jobs.

LFW 2026: Vote For Your Favourite Showstopper!

LFW 2026: Vote For Your Favourite Showstopper!

Rediff.com1 days ago

Lakme Fashion Week x FDCI 2026 gave us dramatic silhouettes, experimental fashion and plenty of celebrity moments.

Maharashtra Congress Demands Lawrence Bishnoi's Transfer To Mumbai

Maharashtra Congress Demands Lawrence Bishnoi's Transfer To Mumbai

Rediff.com2 days ago

Maharashtra Congress president Harshwardhan Sapkal challenged Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis to bring jailed gangster Lawrence Bishnoi to Mumbai for interrogation following a series of attacks, including one on actor Tiger Shroff. Sapkal alleged that the Bishnoi gang operates with government blessings and questioned why Bishnoi has not been interrogated despite his alleged involvement in high-profile cases. He also criticised Fadnavis's handling of law and order and the alleged misuse of police.

Kerala Blasters begin ISL campaign with win over Inter Kashi

Kerala Blasters begin ISL campaign with win over Inter Kashi

Rediff.com11 Oct 2026

Kerala Blasters FC defeated Inter Kashi 2-0 in their Indian Super League season opener on Sunday. Goals from Vibin Mohanan in the 18th minute and Andre Green in stoppage time secured the victory for the Blasters.

CPI-M, AAP leaders detained during protests against CEC

CPI-M, AAP leaders detained during protests against CEC

Rediff.com10 Oct 2026

Opposition leaders from CPI-M and AAP faced detention in Delhi and Chandigarh while protesting against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar over serious allegations of voter-list manipulation and suppression of democratic rights.

'They went to jail smiling': Dipke rebuts Nepal, Bangladesh parallels

'They went to jail smiling': Dipke rebuts Nepal, Bangladesh parallels

Rediff.com1 days ago

Amid escalating debate comparing youth protests in India to political unrest and regime changes in Nepal and Bangladesh, Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) activist Abhijeet Dipke on Tuesday issued a video statement on X.

Accused In USD 7.21 Million US Cyber Fraud Gets Bail

Accused In USD 7.21 Million US Cyber Fraud Gets Bail

Rediff.com4 days ago

A special CBI court in Ahmedabad has granted bail to Ankit Pandey, an accused in a cyber fraud case involving a call centre that allegedly defrauded US residents of over USD 7.21 million. The fraudsters posed as US law enforcement, falsely accusing victims of child pornography access, and coerced them into paying fines or handing over gold. Pandey's defence cited weak evidence, arguing only an IP address linked him to the crime.

India's Jagsher Khangurra assures medal at Badminton World Junior Championships

India's Jagsher Khangurra assures medal at Badminton World Junior Championships

Rediff.com6 days ago

Indian shuttler Jagsher Singh Khangurra has secured a medal at the Badminton World Junior Championships in Cairo after winning his quarterfinal match on Thursday. He will now compete in the semi-finals on Friday.

CJP stir: SC issues sweeping directions on detentions, transport curbs

CJP stir: SC issues sweeping directions on detentions, transport curbs

Rediff.com11 Oct 2026

The Supreme Court on Sunday issued a notice to the Centre and passed several directions regarding metro and train services, internet access, and peaceful assembly in Delhi, following a plea for contempt proceedings over alleged violations during the CJP protest. The court emphasised the protection of fundamental rights and the need for lawful conduct during protests.

End of an era: Bulldozers tear down Delhi Race Club; Centre takes over

End of an era: Bulldozers tear down Delhi Race Club; Centre takes over

Rediff.com28 Aug 2026

Demolition work at the Delhi Race Club commenced in the morning hours on Thursday, shortly after the Centre took possession of the club's 53-acre premises, marking a dramatic end to horse racing activities at the century-old institution.

IIT Hyderabad And Japan's Mie University Forge Semiconductor Research Alliance

IIT Hyderabad And Japan's Mie University Forge Semiconductor Research Alliance

Rediff.com13 Oct 2026

IIT Hyderabad and Japan's Mie University have signed MoUs to foster academic exchanges and joint research, with a strong focus on semiconductors and digital technologies. This collaboration aims to develop skilled talent and strengthen the semiconductor ecosystem in both countries.

Opposition slams Centre, Delhi govt over fatal hostel collapse

Opposition slams Centre, Delhi govt over fatal hostel collapse

Rediff.com6 Sep 2026

A five-storey boys' hostel in Satya Niketan, Delhi, collapsed, killing three students and trapping others, leading to widespread condemnation from opposition parties. Leaders from Congress and AAP criticised both the central and Delhi governments, highlighting inadequate hostel facilities and demanding accountability for student safety.

'Hammer to kill a fly': SC slams curbs imposed in Delhi ahead of protests

'Hammer to kill a fly': SC slams curbs imposed in Delhi ahead of protests

Rediff.com9 Oct 2026

The Supreme Court expressed concern over the closure of 57 Metro stations and cancellation of trains in Delhi ahead of protests, stating the Centre 'cannot use a hammer to kill a fly' and ordered against complete prohibition of transport services.