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How Kochi Police Recovered 1 Crore in Online Fraud Case

How Kochi Police Recovered 1 Crore in Online Fraud Case

Rediff.com14 Mar 2026

Kochi cyber police recovered over 1 crore stolen from an 81-year-old man through a 'digital arrest' online fraud. The police froze the funds in a bank account in Srinagar and returned the money to the victim.

Bengaluru School Faces Inquiry Over Alleged Punishment of Student

Bengaluru School Faces Inquiry Over Alleged Punishment of Student

Rediff.com14 Mar 2026

A private school in Bengaluru is under investigation after a class one student was allegedly forced to stand in the sun for two hours as punishment for being late. Police have registered a case under the Juvenile Justice Act.

CAG flags Rs 12,754 crore misclassification, Rs 54,282 crore in pending UCs in FY25 audit

CAG flags Rs 12,754 crore misclassification, Rs 54,282 crore in pending UCs in FY25 audit

Rediff.com3 Apr 2026

The Comptroller and Auditor General of India (CAG) has reported significant financial irregularities in the Union government's FY25 accounts, including ~12,754.47 crore in misclassification and ~54,282.32 crore in outstanding utilisation certificates, with some dating back to 1985-86.

Foreign investors dump Rs 88,180 cr in Mar; 2026 outflows cross Rs 1 lakh cr

Foreign investors dump Rs 88,180 cr in Mar; 2026 outflows cross Rs 1 lakh cr

Rediff.com22 Mar 2026

Foreign investors have withdrawn over Rs 88,000 crore from Indian equities this month, driven by geopolitical tensions, a weak rupee, and concerns about rising crude oil prices.

SC Demands Updated Jail Overcrowding Data from States and UTs

SC Demands Updated Jail Overcrowding Data from States and UTs

Rediff.com22 Mar 2026

The Supreme Court has directed all states and Union territories to provide updated details on jails, including capacity and overcrowding measures, by May 18, also seeking information on women's prisons and facilities for children of female inmates.

The World's Only Floating National Park

The World's Only Floating National Park

Rediff.com7 Jan 2026

Loktak Lake--Manipur's Floating Wonderland hidden in the heart of Manipur lies Loktak Lake, a place where islands float, and nature tells its own quiet story.

I-T Department Asks Brokers To Remit Excess STT

I-T Department Asks Brokers To Remit Excess STT

Rediff.com11 Mar 2026

The tax is collected by brokers on behalf of the government and forms a key component of the Centre's tax revenues.

Delhi HC: Acquittal Upheld in POCSO Case Due to Lack of Age Proof

Delhi HC: Acquittal Upheld in POCSO Case Due to Lack of Age Proof

Rediff.com26 Mar 2026

The Delhi High Court has upheld the acquittal of a man accused of kidnapping and raping a minor, stating that a horoscope and vaccination card are insufficient proof of age for prosecution under the POCSO Act.

In Rs 1 trn urban fund, cities to get Rs 10K cr for capacity building, credit guarantee

In Rs 1 trn urban fund, cities to get Rs 10K cr for capacity building, credit guarantee

Rediff.com16 Apr 2026

The Indian government has launched the Urban Challenge Fund (UCF) with a total outlay of Rs 1 lakh crore, aiming to leverage private and market finance for urban infrastructure projects by providing state support in capacity building and credit guarantees.

Remittances from West Asia see 20-30% jump in March due to conflict

Remittances from West Asia see 20-30% jump in March due to conflict

Rediff.com20 Mar 2026

Remittances from West Asia in March rose sharply amid the conflict in the region, with industry insiders estimating inflows to be 20-30 per cent higher than what is usual in a month.

Real Estate CEO Arrested for Allegedly Duping Lawyers

Real Estate CEO Arrested for Allegedly Duping Lawyers

Rediff.com1 Mar 2026

The CEO of Vipul Limited, a real estate company, has been arrested in Gurugram for allegedly defrauding several lawyers of Rs 6 crore under the guise of a lucrative investment opportunity.

PSU stakes can go below 51% with a golden share' shield

PSU stakes can go below 51% with a golden share' shield

Rediff.com25 Mar 2026

The Parliamentary Standing Committee on Finance has asked the finance ministry to spell out a clear legal strategy, including options such as a "golden share" or indirect control structures, to maintain strategic oversight in public sector entities if state ownership falls below 51 per cent.

Equity capital inflow in real estate rises 25% to record $14.25 bn in 2025

Equity capital inflow in real estate rises 25% to record $14.25 bn in 2025

Rediff.com15 Jan 2026

The Indian real estate sector received a record equity capital inflow of Rs 14.25 billion last year, higher by 25 per cent annually, as developers and institutional investors remained bullish on growth potential, according to CBRE.

Man Arrested in Rajasthan Luxury Car and Crypto Investment Fraud

Man Arrested in Rajasthan Luxury Car and Crypto Investment Fraud

Rediff.com13 Mar 2026

Rajasthan Police have arrested a man allegedly involved in a large-scale fraud that collected crores in funds from people under the pretext of luxury car sales, cryptocurrency, and social media-based investment schemes.

IPL 2026: GT vs PBKS: Sudarshan, Washington power GT to thrilling win

IPL 2026: GT vs PBKS: Sudarshan, Washington power GT to thrilling win

Rediff.com3 May 2026

Gujarat Titans held their nerve in a tense finish to beat Punjab Kings by four wickets in Ahmedabad, sealing their third straight win after a see-saw chase that went down to the final over.

Indian IT companies to increase acquisition spending to $6.5-7 billion this year

Indian IT companies to increase acquisition spending to $6.5-7 billion this year

Rediff.com6 Apr 2026

Indian IT services companies are set to significantly increase their acquisition spending to $6.5-7 billion this year, up from $5 billion last year, as they seek to boost revenue and capabilities in areas like Cloud, data, enterprise platforms, and AI amidst a challenging economic environment.

'Withdraw PPF And Invest In Stocks?'

'Withdraw PPF And Invest In Stocks?'

Rediff.com17 Apr 2026

Ask rediffGURU Reetika Sharma your insurance, mutual fund and personal finance-related questions.

Modern Relationships: 'My Husband Wants Me To Do Puja Everyday'

Modern Relationships: 'My Husband Wants Me To Do Puja Everyday'

Rediff.com2 Apr 2026

When Bangalore-based Arjun* agreed to an arranged marriage, he believed he had found the perfect balance between tradition and modernity. But a quiet conflict over religion at home soon began to test the relationship.

Union Budget: ASK YOUR TAX QUESTIONS

Union Budget: ASK YOUR TAX QUESTIONS

Rediff.com31 Jan 2026

rediffGURUS Mihir Tanna, Vipul Bhavsar, T S Khurana, Vivek Lala and Anil Rego will answer your tax queries related to the Union Budget 2026-2o27.

Pirojsha Godrej: 'Godrej Aims To Become Rs 5 Trillion Market-Cap Group In 5 Years'

Pirojsha Godrej: 'Godrej Aims To Become Rs 5 Trillion Market-Cap Group In 5 Years'

Rediff.com8 May 2026

'We are targeting a 2.5x to 3x increase in valuation by FY31.'

Man Awarded 47 Lakh After 'Life-Altering' Motorcycle Accident

Man Awarded 47 Lakh After 'Life-Altering' Motorcycle Accident

Rediff.com17 Mar 2026

The Motor Accident Claims Tribunal (MACT) in Thane has awarded 47.28 lakh in compensation to a man who sustained severe injuries and physical disability after being struck by a speeding motorcycle in 2017.

Banks' gold loan portfolio surged 128% in Feb

Banks' gold loan portfolio surged 128% in Feb

Rediff.com31 Mar 2026

Loans against gold jewellery in India surged by an impressive 128 per cent year-on-year to nearly 4.28 trillion in February 2026, according to the latest Reserve Bank of India (RBI) data, significantly outpacing overall retail loan growth.

Five Arrested in Gadag for Student Bank Account Fraud

Five Arrested in Gadag for Student Bank Account Fraud

Rediff.com16 Mar 2026

Police in Gadag, Karnataka, have arrested five men for allegedly luring students with false promises of scholarships to open bank accounts for illegal transactions.

Rupee posts biggest annual decline in 14 years, tumbles 9.88% in FY26

Rupee posts biggest annual decline in 14 years, tumbles 9.88% in FY26

Rediff.com30 Mar 2026

The Indian rupee rebounded against the US dollar after the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) restricted banks' net open positions in dollars. This move prompted banks to sell dollars, providing temporary support for the rupee amidst ongoing geopolitical tensions and rising oil prices.

Haryana Police Unveils 'Abhedya' App to Tackle Cyber Threats

Haryana Police Unveils 'Abhedya' App to Tackle Cyber Threats

Rediff.com21 Mar 2026

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.

Will FY27 Be The Year Of Equities?

Will FY27 Be The Year Of Equities?

Rediff.com3 Apr 2026

Fixed deposits from nationalised banks delivered higher returns than equities, outperforming both inflation and stock market benchmarks.

Gold price volatility: Lenders demand more collateral or partial repayment if LTVs breached

Gold price volatility: Lenders demand more collateral or partial repayment if LTVs breached

Rediff.com3 Apr 2026

Lenders are actively monitoring gold price volatility, prompting them to ask borrowers for additional gold collateral or partial principal repayment when loan-to-value (LTV) thresholds are breached, particularly for loans disbursed in February.

CALM-Brain: India's First Psychiatric Data Repository Launched

CALM-Brain: India's First Psychiatric Data Repository Launched

Rediff.com25 Mar 2026

India has launched its first repository of data on major psychiatric disorders, CALM-Brain, in Bengaluru. This initiative aims to systematically document details of patients with mental illness to improve diagnosis and treatment.

India Cracks Down on Illegal Online Gambling, Blocking 300 Websites and Apps

India Cracks Down on Illegal Online Gambling, Blocking 300 Websites and Apps

Rediff.com20 Mar 2026

The Indian government has blocked 300 websites and applications involved in illegal gambling and betting activities, including online sports betting platforms, online casinos, and satta/matka networks, as part of its efforts to create a safe and responsible online gaming ecosystem.

Rupee falls 32 paise to 92.83 against US dollar, global tensions weigh

Rupee falls 32 paise to 92.83 against US dollar, global tensions weigh

Rediff.com10 Apr 2026

The Indian rupee depreciated by 32 paise to close at 92.83 against the US dollar, influenced by escalating global tensions, particularly the US-Iran conflict, and the deadline for the RBI's instructions to banks to curb overnight positions.

India's Republic Faces Ambedkar Test

India's Republic Faces Ambedkar Test

Rediff.com14 Apr 2026

'A genuine tribute to Dr Ambedkar does not lie in selective invocation. It lies in asking a harder question: Is the Constitution still doing its job -- restraining even assertive majorities?' asks Manoj Mohanka.

Delhi Court Upholds Acquittal in Domestic Cruelty and Marital Rape Case

Delhi Court Upholds Acquittal in Domestic Cruelty and Marital Rape Case

Rediff.com1 Apr 2026

A sessions court in Delhi has upheld the acquittal of a man in a domestic cruelty and marital rape case, citing vague allegations and contradictions in the complainant's statements.

Fake GST Registration Racket Busted in Gurugram

Fake GST Registration Racket Busted in Gurugram

Rediff.com3 Mar 2026

CGST Gurugram busts a large-scale fake GST registration racket operating in North Delhi, involving fraudulent invoices and ITC availment.

Karnataka unveils draft policy to address digital addiction in students

Karnataka unveils draft policy to address digital addiction in students

Rediff.com1 Apr 2026

The Karnataka government has introduced a draft policy to address the growing concerns surrounding excessive and unsafe digital technology use among students, focusing on mental health, cyber safety, and responsible digital behaviour.

Will Your Retirement Money Last?

Will Your Retirement Money Last?

Rediff.com16 Apr 2026

A systematic withdrawal plan doesn't drain wealth, poor planning does. Ramalingam Kalirajan explains the truth behind systematic withdrawal plans

Man found dead in Bengal, family blames stress over SIR

Man found dead in Bengal, family blames stress over SIR

Rediff.com6 Jan 2026

A 57-year-old man was found dead on Tuesday near Siliguri in West Bengal, with family members alleging that he was under stress over the hearing into special intensive revision (SIR) of voter rolls, the police said.

When Kashmir's Waterfall Stood Still

When Kashmir's Waterfall Stood Still

Rediff.com20 Jan 2026

Nature stands frozen as a cold wave grips villages and hilly areas of Anantnag, with temperatures dipping below zero.

Street Signs: Narrowing window, upping the colo game, and test of patience

Street Signs: Narrowing window, upping the colo game, and test of patience

Rediff.com9 Mar 2026

With domestic markets turning choppy, investors are increasingly scouting for opportunities overseas to diversify portfolios and hedge against a weakening rupee.

Delhi Police Nab Suspect in Uttarakhand Double Murder Case

Delhi Police Nab Suspect in Uttarakhand Double Murder Case

Rediff.com9 Mar 2026

A 38-year-old Nepalese man has been arrested in Delhi for allegedly murdering his live-in partner and her daughter in Rudraprayag, Uttarakhand. The suspect was apprehended near New Delhi Railway Station while attempting to flee to Mumbai.

Regulatory Tightening, STT Hike Dampen Indian Equities Trading Volumes

Regulatory Tightening, STT Hike Dampen Indian Equities Trading Volumes

Rediff.com3 Apr 2026

Indian equities trading activity saw a moderation in FY26, with cash market turnover declining and derivatives growth remaining subdued due to regulatory tightening and weak market performance. Further impacts are expected from new RBI norms and a hike in Securities Transaction Tax (STT).