A 40-year-old domestic help has been arrested in Delhi for allegedly stealing gold jewellery from the house of an 82-year-old woman. Police recovered the stolen gold from her residence.
Explore the resilient daily life in Tehran, where residents navigate geopolitical tensions and economic challenges with routine activities, showcasing a striking contrast between normalcy and underlying uncertainty.
The Badminton World Federation (BWF) has approved the adoption of the 3x15 scoring system, set to take effect on January 4, 2027, following a vote at its Annual General Meeting in Horsen, Denmark. The decision aims to enhance the sport's appeal, improve match scheduling, and benefit player welfare, despite reservations from some leading Indian players.
A controversy has erupted in Bengaluru after five Brahmin students were allegedly forced to remove their sacred thread at Krupanidhi College during the Common Entrance Test (CET). Students claim invigilators demanded the removal of the sacred thread despite previous government assurances that it would not be required.
US President Donald Trump has indefinitely extended the ceasefire with Iran at the request of Pakistan, aiming to allow Tehran's leadership time to form a unified proposal to end the seven-week war.
India's Prachi Gaikwad won gold in the women's 50m rifle 3-positions at the ISSF Junior World Cup in Cairo. Naraen Pranav added a bronze in the men's 10m air rifle, boosting India's medal tally.
A woman and her accomplice have been sentenced to life imprisonment by the Kullu District and Sessions Court for the murder of her husband in 2018.
The Bombay High Court has directed the Maharashtra government to compensate a lawyer and an ex-serviceman, Rs 50,000 each, for being unlawfully handcuffed by police, deeming it a 'humiliation'. The court emphasised the need to uphold the police motto of protecting the good and punishing the evil.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru's director of cricket, Mo Bobat, stated the team will conduct an honest review of their recent defeat against Delhi Capitals but aims to avoid over-analysing the result. He acknowledged the batting unit's struggles and the challenging pitch conditions.
The Women's Reservation Act 2023, mandating 33 per cent quota for women in legislatures, has been enacted, but its immediate implementation is unclear due to ongoing parliamentary debates and delimitation requirements.
Indian youth creates fictional AI influencer, Emily Hart, who amasses millions of followers and earns him substantial income, exposing the deceptive potential of AI in the digital age.
US President Donald Trump's call to Prime Minister Narendra Modi signals a concerted effort to reset strained Washington-New Delhi ties, with a focus on 'big-ticket' energy and trade deals, including increased Indian imports of US LNG and LPG, and potential cooperation on small modular reactors.
Shardul Thakur and Siddhesh Lad were named Cricketers of the Year for seasons 2024-25 and 2025-26 respectively during the MCA Awards ceremony
Punjab Kings chase down 265 in a record-breaking run-fest against Delhi Capitals as KL Rahul smashes 152 and Shreyas Iyer seals historic win in IPL 2026.
A new MoU between the Centre for Cellular and Molecular Platforms (C-CAMP) and Imperial College London has paved the way for deepening India-UK ties in the life sciences sector.
A 59-year-old man was arrested in Jharkhand's Palamu district after police seized opium worth Rs 25 lakh from his residence. The accused, Shankar Singh, was allegedly involved in buying and selling opium and planning a lavish wedding for his son.
Pakistan's cricket board has appointed former captain Sarfaraz Ahmed as the head coach of their Test team for the upcoming two-match series in Bangladesh, succeeding Jason Gillespie.
Tilak Varma's innings turned the night into a spectacle, his knock erupting after a slow start. The way he changed gears to accelerate the run flow was a beauty.
rediffGURU Radheshyam Zanwar, founder of Zanwar Classes, suggests how to pick the best engineering college and course in India after class 12.
A Mumbai sessions court has denied pre-arrest bail to two individuals accused of misappropriating funds and fraud within a residential society in Wadala, citing the necessity of custodial interrogation.
Pakistani security forces killed two terrorists from the banned Tehrik-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province during an intelligence-based operation.
Delhi Capitals' Director of Cricket, Y Venugopala Rao, commended David Miller and Tristan Stubbs for their match-winning performances against Royal Challengers Bengaluru in a recent IPL match. He also addressed concerns about Axar Patel's fitness and praised his all-round performance.
Frenchman Arthur Fils continued his run of good form since returning from an eight-month injury layoff as he overpowered Russia's higher-ranked Andrey Rublev 6-2, 7-6(2) to win the Barcelona Open, clinching his first title since 2024.
India continued its impressive performance at the ISSF Junior World Cup, with Prachi Gaikwad winning gold in the women's 50m rifle 3-positions, and Vanshika Chaudhary and Sejal Kamble securing gold and silver respectively in the women's 10m air pistol final. Naraen Pranav also added a bronze in the men's 10m air rifle.
South Africa defeated India by nine wickets in the third women's T20 International, securing an unassailable 3-0 lead in the five-match series. Laura Wolvaardt's century led the charge, overshadowing India's highest-ever total against South Africa.
Varun Dhawan shared a fun behind-the-scenes video from his upcoming film Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai, revealing his nervousness while dancing in front of superstar Salman Khan.
A court in Ballia, Uttar Pradesh, has sentenced a man to 25 years of rigorous imprisonment under the POCSO Act for abducting a 15-year-old girl under the false pretence of marriage.
Vijay Varma continues to impress critics and fans with his performance in 'Matka King', prompting a look back at his most defining roles, from the conflicted cop in 'Monsoon Shootout' to the chilling antagonist in 'Darlings'.
rediffGURU T S Khurana answers readers' personal income tax queries
The BJP's West Bengal unit chief, Samik Bhattacharya, has criticised the Trinamool Congress (TMC) government, accusing it of crushing democracy and creating a lawless environment in the state. He highlighted political violence, rising debt, and a lack of investor confidence as key issues under the TMC's rule.
TMC leader Abhishek Banerjee has urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to release pending central dues to West Bengal before professing his love for the state. Banerjee also criticised BJP leaders for their reaction to the 'Jai Bangla' slogan and accused the BJP of failing to act on its promise to develop the Sagar islands.
Former US President Donald Trump claimed that Iran has agreed to return its "nuclear dust" to the United States as part of broader assurances not to pursue nuclear weapons. He expressed optimism about ongoing negotiations and a potential deal.
UltraTech Cement, an Aditya Birla group company, has become the world's largest cement producer outside China, surpassing 200 million tonnes per annum (mtpa) of installed capacity in India. The company plans to invest Rs 16,000 crore to reach a target capacity of 240 mtpa by the financial year 2027-28.
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's explosive century went in vain as Ishan Kishan and Abhishek Sharma smashed half-tons as Sunrisers Hyderabad beat Rajasthan Royals by 5 wickets.
Leicester City were relegated to the third tier of English soccer on Tuesday, a decade on from their astonishing run to the Premier League title, while Coventry City made sure they will go up to the top flight as champions.
The Haryana Human Rights Commission has taken suo motu cognizance of a media report pertaining to a large number of CCTV cameras installed by the Municipal Corporation, Panchkula being 'non-functional' and called for a report from the concerned officials in the matter.
Formula One teams and stakeholders have unanimously agreed to engine rule tweaks aimed at improving racing and driver safety, starting with the Miami race on May 3.
The All India Football Federation met with Genius Sports and Indian Super League club owners to discuss a major proposal regarding the league's commercial rights, focusing on a long-term vision for India's top-tier competition.
Leicester City were relegated to the third tier of English soccer on Tuesday, a decade on from their astonishing run to the Premier League title, while Coventry City made sure they will go up to the top flight as champions.
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) conducted raids at the residences of a senior Kolkata Police officer and a businessman in connection with a money laundering case.
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