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NZ Pacer Henry to Return Home for Birth of Second Child

NZ Pacer Henry to Return Home for Birth of Second Child

Rediff.com27 Feb 2026

New Zealand pacer Matt Henry will leave the T20 World Cup after the Super Eights clash against England to be with his wife for the birth of their second child, with a possible return if the team reaches the semifinals.

Kerala's Menstrual Leave Policy Faces Criticism

Kerala's Menstrual Leave Policy Faces Criticism

Rediff.com30 May 2026

Former DGP R Sreelekha has questioned the Kerala government's proposal to grant menstrual leave for schoolgirls, raising concerns about privacy and whether it empowers or weakens girls.

The Great Grand Superhero Review: Heart Is Bigger Than Logic

The Great Grand Superhero Review: Heart Is Bigger Than Logic

Rediff.com29 May 2026

Jackie Shroff is winsome in a role that leans on his faded charm as veteran star, notes Mayur Sanap, and there is effortless warmth he brings to Jagdish that makes even the simplest moments land.

Rajasthan High Court Condemns 'Inhuman Barter System', Grants Divorce

Rajasthan High Court Condemns 'Inhuman Barter System', Grants Divorce

Rediff.com19 May 2026

The Rajasthan High Court has overturned a family court's decision and granted a divorce to a woman, criticising the 'Aata-Sata' marriage custom and stating that cruelty in matrimonial disputes does not require proof 'beyond reasonable doubt'.

Tamil Nadu Government Steps Up Efforts To Protect Children

Tamil Nadu Government Steps Up Efforts To Protect Children

Rediff.com24 May 2026

Tamil Nadu minister Rajmohan has asserted the state government is taking proactive measures to curb crime against children, following the sexual assault and murder of a 10-year-old girl in Coimbatore. The minister detailed the government's approach of strict policing and public participation to prevent such crimes, while also hinting at the revival of student union elections in colleges across the state.

Goodbye, Shastri Bhawan

Goodbye, Shastri Bhawan

Rediff.com13 Jun 2026

As Shastri Bhawan nears demolition, one of Delhi's most iconic government buildings leaves behind six decades of stories, power, journalism and public life.

What Delhi CM Rekha Gupta Is Doing For Kangana Ranaut's Bharat Bhhagya Viddhaata

What Delhi CM Rekha Gupta Is Doing For Kangana Ranaut's Bharat Bhhagya Viddhaata

Rediff.com10 Jun 2026

'The real Bharat Bhhagya Viddhaata are the citizens of our country.' 'The Delhi government will make the film tax-free in the city so that every citizen is able to watch it.'

Man Held In UP For Secretly Filming Children

Man Held In UP For Secretly Filming Children

Rediff.com1 Jun 2026

A man in Uttar Pradesh has been arrested for allegedly filming children without their consent and uploading the videos to social media in order to gain followers and earn money.

Indore Organisation Burns Effigies of Women Accused of Child Murder

Indore Organisation Burns Effigies of Women Accused of Child Murder

Rediff.com2 Mar 2026

A social organisation in Indore, Madhya Pradesh, staged a controversial protest during 'Holika Dahan', burning pictures of 11 women accused of murdering children, prompting a police investigation.

Odisha Police Rescue 27 Suspected Of Being Trafficked

Odisha Police Rescue 27 Suspected Of Being Trafficked

Rediff.com17 May 2026

Railway police in Odisha rescued 27 people, including 19 minors, from Soro railway station, suspecting they were victims of trafficking.

FIFA World Cup: USA face 'very tough' Paraguay test in opener

FIFA World Cup: USA face 'very tough' Paraguay test in opener

Rediff.com12 Jun 2026

Pochettino expects a "very tough game" against Paraguay, praising their aggression and discipline.

Raakh Review: Disturbing Violence

Raakh Review: Disturbing Violence

Rediff.com12 Jun 2026

Ali Fazal brings a wounded ferocity to his role that makes it one of his best performances so far, notes Deepa Gahlot.

Andhra Plans Rs 25,000 Incentive for Second Child

Andhra Plans Rs 25,000 Incentive for Second Child

Rediff.com6 Mar 2026

'We will give Rs 25,000 to parents having a second child or more at the time of delivery itself.'

Bihar Schools To Limit School Bag Weight For Students

Bihar Schools To Limit School Bag Weight For Students

Rediff.com17 May 2026

The Bihar Education Department has directed all private and government-aided schools to adhere to NCERT guidelines, ensuring school bag weight does not exceed 10 per cent of a child's body weight. Schools must install weighing scales and monitor bag weights regularly, with violations leading to action.

Kerala on alert after 2 students test positive for Shigella infection

Kerala on alert after 2 students test positive for Shigella infection

Rediff.com8 Jun 2026

Two students of a school in Kerala's Wayanad district tested positive for Shigella infection, state minister T Siddique said on Monday.

Missing Girl Found Murdered In Jammu And Kashmir's Budgam

Missing Girl Found Murdered In Jammu And Kashmir's Budgam

Rediff.com24 May 2026

A 12-year-old girl, reported missing in Budgam district, Jammu and Kashmir, was found murdered near her home, prompting a police investigation and widespread condemnation.

Former Bournemouth manager Andoni Iraola replaces Arne Slot at Liverpool

Former Bournemouth manager Andoni Iraola replaces Arne Slot at Liverpool

Rediff.com5 Jun 2026

Former Bournemouth boss Andoni Iraola will take over as Liverpool's manager on a two-year deal, the Premier League club said on Thursday.

Ahmedabad Air India crash: Rescuers recall '1,000 degrees Celsius' blaze

Ahmedabad Air India crash: Rescuers recall '1,000 degrees Celsius' blaze

Rediff.com11 Jun 2026

First responders and eyewitnesses vividly recall the horrific Ahmedabad Air India crash a year later, describing an inferno exceeding 1,000 degrees Celsius that melted boots and aircraft parts, and the heart-wrenching retrieval of a pregnant woman's charred body amidst the chaos.

Jharkhand Police Rescue 36 From Traffickers, Two Arrested

Jharkhand Police Rescue 36 From Traffickers, Two Arrested

Rediff.com19 May 2026

Jharkhand police rescued 36 people, including six minors, from a hotel in West Singhbhum district and arrested two suspected human traffickers from Gujarat.

Uncle Arrested After Police Encounter In UP Murder Case

Uncle Arrested After Police Encounter In UP Murder Case

Rediff.com18 May 2026

A man was arrested after an encounter with police in connection with the murder of his eight-year-old niece in Bahraich district, Uttar Pradesh. The accused, Arun Kumar, was attempting to flee to Nepal when he was apprehended. He allegedly confessed to the crime and was shot in the leg during an attempt to escape from police custody.

Rajasthan High Court Grants Divorce, Criticises 'Aata-Sata' Marriage Custom

Rajasthan High Court Grants Divorce, Criticises 'Aata-Sata' Marriage Custom

Rediff.com19 May 2026

The Rajasthan High Court overturned a family court's decision, granting a woman a divorce and strongly criticising the 'Aata-Sata' marriage custom, highlighting the need to assess matrimonial disputes based on the 'preponderance of probabilities' rather than criminal law standards.

Malnutrition in Gujarat: Government Responds to Rising Child Health Concerns

Malnutrition in Gujarat: Government Responds to Rising Child Health Concerns

Rediff.com14 Mar 2026

The Gujarat government has reported that over 2 lakh children in 20 districts are malnourished, prompting government intervention through fortified food programs and nutritional support for mothers and children.

Delhi School Could Be Taken Over After Assault Claim

Delhi School Could Be Taken Over After Assault Claim

Rediff.com11 May 2026

The Delhi government is considering taking over the management of a private school in Janakpuri following allegations of a sexual assault on a three-year-old girl. The Directorate of Education issued a show-cause notice to the school, citing serious lapses in child safety and compliance with norms, which remains unanswered.

AAP Protests Alleged Police Intimidation In Janakpuri Case

AAP Protests Alleged Police Intimidation In Janakpuri Case

Rediff.com13 May 2026

AAP leaders protest outside Raj Bhavan in Delhi over the alleged rape of a three-year-old at a Janakpuri school, demanding action against police for allegedly intimidating the victim's family and questioning the handling of the case.

Madrasa Preacher Faces Charges After Children Escape Alleged Abuse

Madrasa Preacher Faces Charges After Children Escape Alleged Abuse

Rediff.com13 May 2026

A preacher at a madrasa in Tumakuru district, Karnataka, has been booked after 24 children allegedly escaped the institution citing physical abuse and forced labour. The children were found at a railway station in Bengaluru and are now under the care of the Child Welfare Committee.

21 Children Rescued From Railway Station In Bihar

21 Children Rescued From Railway Station In Bihar

Rediff.com10 May 2026

Twenty-one children were rescued from a railway station in Bihar's East Champaran district, and a suspected trafficker was detained.

'Ravi bhai is box office': Ashwin lifts lid on dressing-room drama during Gabba triumph

'Ravi bhai is box office': Ashwin lifts lid on dressing-room drama during Gabba triumph

Rediff.com5 Jun 2026

Ravichandran Ashwin recalls the injury that ruled him out of India's historic Gabba Test win, reveals Ravi Shastri's fiery dressing-room reaction and reflects on the unforgettable 2020-21 Border-Gavaskar Trophy triumph.

Delhi fire: Hotel owner was arrested for helping Bangladeshis get IDs

Delhi fire: Hotel owner was arrested for helping Bangladeshis get IDs

Rediff.com5 Jun 2026

The owner of the Malviya Nagar hotel, Lavkesh Bajaj, where a recent fire killed 21 people, was previously arrested for allegedly facilitating the illegal stay of Bangladesh nationals by helping them procure fraudulent Indian identity documents. Bajaj is currently in police custody as investigators probe the circumstances of the deadly blaze and search for other individuals linked to the hotel's management.

Delhi Police Seek Cancellation Of Bail In School Rape Case

Delhi Police Seek Cancellation Of Bail In School Rape Case

Rediff.com18 May 2026

Delhi Police have requested the Delhi High Court to cancel the bail granted to a staff member accused of raping a three-year-old girl in a private school in Janakpuri.

Madhya Pradesh Woman And Daughters Die In Suspected Suicide

Madhya Pradesh Woman And Daughters Die In Suspected Suicide

Rediff.com1 Jun 2026

A 32-year-old woman and her three daughters died after allegedly consuming a pesticide in Madhya Pradesh's Shahdol district. The incident occurred in Hirwar village. Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the deaths.

From ambitious teenager to historic finalist: Chwalinska's dream Paris journey

From ambitious teenager to historic finalist: Chwalinska's dream Paris journey

Rediff.com5 Jun 2026

Maja Chwalinska's incredible run as the first qualifier to reach a French Open final in the professional era marks the fulfilment of an ambition the Polish 24-year-old has chased with relentless passion and discipline for over a decade.

Madhya Pradesh Woman And Daughters Die After Consuming Pesticide

Madhya Pradesh Woman And Daughters Die After Consuming Pesticide

Rediff.com31 May 2026

A woman and her three daughters died after allegedly consuming pesticide in Madhya Pradesh's Shahdol district, police said.

How A Woman's Quick Thinking Saved A Girl On A Train

How A Woman's Quick Thinking Saved A Girl On A Train

Rediff.com10 May 2026

A woman in Kerala helped rescue a six-year-old girl from an alleged act of harassment aboard a train by videographing the accused's suspicious behaviour, which aided in his identification and arrest.

One In Three Indian Women Overweight

One In Three Indian Women Overweight

Rediff.com9 Jun 2026

Over the past year, the sale of injectable GLP-1 agonists (used to treat type 2 diabetes and obesity) such as Mounjaro, Wegovy and Ozempic have surged a whopping 218 per cent.

Gurugram School Teacher Accused Of Molestation By Students

Gurugram School Teacher Accused Of Molestation By Students

Rediff.com9 May 2026

A case has been registered against a teacher at a government school in Gurugram following accusations of molestation and inappropriate remarks by several class 9 students.

'I'll have you raided': Lalit Modi's big Tharoor claim

'I'll have you raided': Lalit Modi's big Tharoor claim

Rediff.com4 Jun 2026

Lalit Modi claimed Shashi Tharoor warned him not to question Sunanda Pushkar and threatened government action if he proceeded.

Two Die In Separate Himachal Pradesh Road Accidents

Two Die In Separate Himachal Pradesh Road Accidents

Rediff.com29 May 2026

Two people were killed and eight others injured in separate road accidents in the Sirmaur district of Himachal Pradesh, according to police reports.

The Flight Had Landed. Where Had My Mother Gone?

The Flight Had Landed. Where Had My Mother Gone?

Rediff.com30 May 2026

A few frantic calls later, the answer emerged: She had missed her connecting flight in London. Not because she was late. Not because she couldn't walk fast enough. She had simply gone to the wrong gate, sat down, and waited.

Negligence Case Filed After Student Drowns In School Well

Negligence Case Filed After Student Drowns In School Well

Rediff.com8 May 2026

Police have registered a case against the management of a private school in Bareilly after a six-year-old student drowned in an open well on the school premises.

Maharashtra Teenager Detained in Child Sexual Abuse Case: What We Know

Maharashtra Teenager Detained in Child Sexual Abuse Case: What We Know

Rediff.com18 Mar 2026

A 16-year-old boy has been detained in Beed, Maharashtra, for allegedly sexually abusing a six-year-old girl. The incident occurred when the boy lured the girl into his house with the offer of fruit, after which he allegedly sexually abused her. He has been booked under the POCSO Act.