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Smoking Dispute Leads To Fatal Stabbing In Delhi Park

Smoking Dispute Leads To Fatal Stabbing In Delhi Park

Rediff.com1 days ago

Six individuals, including two juveniles, have been apprehended in northeast Delhi for the fatal stabbing of a 20-year-old man. The incident occurred on Tuesday night in Central Park following a dispute over smoking. The victim, Subhan, succumbed to his injuries during treatment.

Dhiraj ends 16-year wait with historic archery gold

Dhiraj ends 16-year wait with historic archery gold

Rediff.com14 Sep 2026

Indian recurve archer Dhiraj Bommadevara has won a historic gold medal at the Archery World Cup Final in Saltillo, Mexico.

Suvarna Raj Wins Women's F54 Discus Gold At Asian Para Games

Suvarna Raj Wins Women's F54 Discus Gold At Asian Para Games

Rediff.com11 hours ago

Indian para-athlete Suvarna Raj won the gold medal in the women's F54 discus throw at the Asian Para Games in Nagoya, achieving a best effort of 15.66m.

Bengaluru Police Arrest Man Over AI-Generated Vidhana Soudha Blast Video

Bengaluru Police Arrest Man Over AI-Generated Vidhana Soudha Blast Video

Rediff.com20 hours ago

A 25-year-old man, Hazarat Ali, has been arrested in Bengaluru for allegedly uploading an AI-generated video falsely showing an explosion at Vidhana Soudha, the Karnataka legislature building. Police have registered a case and the investigation is ongoing.

At India's First Nets Session In New Zealand

At India's First Nets Session In New Zealand

Rediff.com1 days ago

India boast of a superior head-to-head record against New Zealand, having won six out of the nine T20I series played against the Kiwis.

Abetment Of Suicide Charge Added After Delivery Executive's Death

Abetment Of Suicide Charge Added After Delivery Executive's Death

Rediff.com7 hours ago

A 24-year-old delivery executive in East Delhi died on October 20 after consuming a poisonous substance, a day after recording a video about an alleged assault over a torn currency note. Police have added an abetment of suicide charge to the case, arresting two individuals involved in the initial assault.

Old Enmity Leads To Cab Driver's Brutal Murder In Bareilly

Old Enmity Leads To Cab Driver's Brutal Murder In Bareilly

Rediff.com4 hours ago

A 28-year-old cab driver, Sanjay Saxena, was allegedly beaten to death by a group of men in Bareilly due to an old enmity. The incident occurred on Wednesday night after he watched a Ramlila performance. One accused, Akshay, has been arrested, and police are investigating the murder linked to a five-month-old dispute.

Anahat Singh Stuns 8-Time World Champion El Sherbini At Silicon Valley Open

Anahat Singh Stuns 8-Time World Champion El Sherbini At Silicon Valley Open

Rediff.com10 hours ago

Indian squash sensation Anahat Singh, 18, achieved a career-defining victory by defeating eight-time World champion and top seed Nour El Sherbini in straight games at the Silicon Valley Open.

Lamine Yamal: 'I deserve Ballon d'Or this year'

Lamine Yamal: 'I deserve Ballon d'Or this year'

Rediff.com14 Sep 2026

Barcelona's Lamine Yamal believes his World Cup success with Spain and LaLiga title with Barcelona should give him the advantage over Real Madrid's Kylian Mbappe in the race for the prestigious Ballon d'Or award.

Shaque: Trust No One Review: Untrustworthy Thriller

Shaque: Trust No One Review: Untrustworthy Thriller

Rediff.com7 hours ago

Shaque: Trust No One has a promising mystery and enough juicy red herrings to keep you guessing, but its convenient writing and dated clichs eventually derail the show.

'12 Years Of Hard Work': Elavenil's Parents Celebrate Historic Silver Medals At Asian Games

'12 Years Of Hard Work': Elavenil's Parents Celebrate Historic Silver Medals At Asian Games

Rediff.com20 Sep 2026

Elavenil Valarivan's family celebrated her historic Asian Games silver medals, saying 12 years of dedication, sacrifice and support from coaches and authorities finally brought her long-awaited success.

Argument At Birthday Party Turns Fatal In Ludhiana

Argument At Birthday Party Turns Fatal In Ludhiana

Rediff.com6 hours ago

A 35-year-old man, Rahul Sharma, was shot dead during a birthday party in Ludhiana after an argument escalated into a brawl. Police have initiated an investigation into the incident.

Bhuvi Could Be Key In New Zealand Series

Bhuvi Could Be Key In New Zealand Series

Rediff.com1 days ago

'Bhuvi should be the first choice with the new ball, based on the conditions, because of the skill he possesses of swinging the ball.'

Abducted Woman Found Dead In Jharkhand's Palamu

Abducted Woman Found Dead In Jharkhand's Palamu

Rediff.com21 hours ago

The body of a 30-year-old woman, Geeta Devi, who was allegedly abducted on Tuesday, was recovered from a paddy field in Palamu district, Jharkhand, on Wednesday. Police have initiated an investigation, and a post-mortem will determine if she was sexually assaulted. Villagers protested the incident by blocking a highway.

Mumbai CA lost Rs 16 crore over 9 years: This is how

Mumbai CA lost Rs 16 crore over 9 years: This is how

Rediff.com18 Sep 2026

A Mumbai chartered accountant, Herat Salot, was allegedly defrauded of Rs 16.29 crore over nine years by an organised syndicate. The elaborate scam involved a fake US pilot training programme, fabricated FBI arrests, and other deceptive ploys. Three individuals have been arrested, while 22 others remain at large.

Indian AI Startups Could Add USD 100 Billion To Market Cap

Indian AI Startups Could Add USD 100 Billion To Market Cap

Rediff.com22 hours ago

A foreign brokerage predicts that private investments in Indian AI startups are rapidly growing, with potential listings adding up to USD 100 billion to India's market capitalisation over the next two to five years. Goldman Sachs reported a tripling of PE investment in Indian AI startups in 2025 and highlighted India's rising global rank in AI funding and new AI companies.

Muzaffarnagar Court Hands Life Sentence In Child Rape Case

Muzaffarnagar Court Hands Life Sentence In Child Rape Case

Rediff.com1 days ago

A special court in Muzaffarnagar has sentenced a man named Bittu to life imprisonment for raping a six-year-old girl in 2024. The court also imposed a fine of Rs 60,000, which will be given to the survivor. The incident occurred on November 10, 2024, when the girl was abducted and raped at her home, leading to Bittu's conviction under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita and POCSO Act.

'NEET-UG Has No Age Limit'

'NEET-UG Has No Age Limit'

Rediff.com7 hours ago

rediffGURU Dr Nagarajan JSK, a career counsellor with nearly 34 years of experience in teaching, research and career guidance, explains the benefits of pursuing higher education in India.

Elderly Woman Found Murdered In Palghar Home, Robbery Suspected

Elderly Woman Found Murdered In Palghar Home, Robbery Suspected

Rediff.com1 days ago

A 60-year-old woman was found murdered in her home in Gandhare village, Palghar district, with robbery suspected as the motive. Her son discovered her body on Tuesday morning. Gold ornaments were missing, and her cupboard was ransacked. Police have registered a murder case and are investigating.

Couple Murdered At Tea Stall In Bihar

Couple Murdered At Tea Stall In Bihar

Rediff.com1 hour ago

A couple was allegedly shot dead at their tea stall in Bhagalpur, Bihar, on Thursday morning. One person has been arrested, and police are investigating the motive. The incident has led to local protests, with concerns also raised about a missing child related to the victims' family.

TCG's Cortex DC To Develop 2 GW AI-Ready Data Centres In India

TCG's Cortex DC To Develop 2 GW AI-Ready Data Centres In India

Rediff.com3 hours ago

Cortex DC, a company of The Chatterjee Group (TCG), announced its entry into the data centre market with plans to develop 2 GW of AI-ready capacity across India over the next seven years. The initiative aims to meet the growing demand for high-performance computing, targeting hyperscalers, cloud service providers, and advanced AI workloads with a focus on speed, scale, and sustainable power.

Why Bombay HC Quashed FIR In Murud Beach Drowning

Why Bombay HC Quashed FIR In Murud Beach Drowning

Rediff.com21 minutes ago

The Bombay High Court has quashed a 2016 FIR against a teacher and college management regarding the drowning of 14 students at Murud beach. The court ruled that the adult victims were capable of understanding the consequences of their actions and found no gross negligence by the accompanying staff, calling the incident an accident. The court also emphasised the need for better implementation of safety norms.

Ex-Shimla SSP Faces FIR Over Alleged Rs 2.35 Lakh Fund Misappropriation

Ex-Shimla SSP Faces FIR Over Alleged Rs 2.35 Lakh Fund Misappropriation

Rediff.com26 minutes ago

Shimla police have registered an FIR against former city SSP Sanjeev Kumar Gandhi for allegedly misappropriating Rs 2.35 lakh from a government fund and defrauding a police constable. The constable claimed he was not reimbursed for Rs 1.87 lakh spent from his personal account on official duties, despite signing a payment voucher.

Horrific Crime In Kanpur: Man Pinned To Car Roof, Driven, And Run Over

Horrific Crime In Kanpur: Man Pinned To Car Roof, Driven, And Run Over

Rediff.com4 hours ago

A 37-year-old man in Kanpur was allegedly pinned to the roof of a car, driven for 1.5 km, and then fatally run over. The victim, Biru Singh Badauria, died on Wednesday. Police have arrested two of the three accused, Rajveer and Pintu, with investigations ongoing into the motive, which is believed to be an earlier dispute.

Sheetal Devi Leads India's Gold Rush At Asian Para Games

Sheetal Devi Leads India's Gold Rush At Asian Para Games

Rediff.com2 hours ago

India's medal tally at the Asian Para Games reached 88, with armless archer Sheetal Devi securing two gold medals. The para-athletics contingent was the largest contributor, while medals also came from swimming, badminton, and table tennis, showcasing a strong performance across multiple disciplines.

Want To Personalise Your Luxury Car?

Want To Personalise Your Luxury Car?

Rediff.com9 hours ago

Luxury car buyers in India are spending lakhs -- and sometimes crores -- to make their cars truly their own, turning personalisation into a growing business opportunity for automakers.

India's Dharmaraj Solairaj defends Asian Para Games gold, sets Asian record

India's Dharmaraj Solairaj defends Asian Para Games gold, sets Asian record

Rediff.com1 hour ago

Indian para-athlete Dharmaraj Solairaj successfully defended his gold medal in the men's T44/T62/T64 long jump combined event at the Asian Para Games in Nagoya. He set a new Asian record with a jump of 7.15m.

Jet-lagged India eye strong start against New Zealand in 1st T20

Jet-lagged India eye strong start against New Zealand in 1st T20

Rediff.com1 days ago

Shreyas Iyer-led India, unbeaten in their last two T20 series in New Zealand, will rely on their formidable batting lineup to overcome the relatively inexperienced New Zealand side in the upcoming five-match T20I series, despite having minimal time to acclimatise.

FCNR(B) Inflows Push Deposit Growth to 15-Year High, Corporate Loan Rates May Soften

FCNR(B) Inflows Push Deposit Growth to 15-Year High, Corporate Loan Rates May Soften

Rediff.com22 Sep 2026

India's deposit growth has reached a 15-year high of 17.8 per cent, primarily driven by a surge in foreign currency non-resident (bank), or FCNR(B), deposits. This influx of funds is expected to lead to a softening of corporate loan rates as banks seek to deploy their excess liquidity.

Assam University VC Loses Post Over UGC Rules

Assam University VC Loses Post Over UGC Rules

Rediff.com2 days ago

The Gauhati court ruled that Rajive Mohan Pant did not meet the minimum experience requirement and ordered a fresh selection process within four months.

Delhi docs remove part of skull, later rebuild it to save accident victim

Delhi docs remove part of skull, later rebuild it to save accident victim

Rediff.com20 hours ago

A 27-year-old man with severe brain injuries from a road accident underwent emergency surgery at Manipal Hospital, Dwarka. Doctors removed blood clots, relieved brain pressure, and later reconstructed his skull using a removed bone portion. The patient recovered and was discharged, highlighting the importance of timely medical intervention for accident victims.

Court Orders Murder Case In Newlywed Couple's Death

Court Orders Murder Case In Newlywed Couple's Death

Rediff.com1 days ago

A court in Sonbhadra, Uttar Pradesh, has ordered police to register a murder case against four individuals and investigate the deaths of a newly married couple whose decomposed bodies were discovered nearly three months ago. The order came after an application from the deceased man's father, citing alleged threats received by the couple before their deaths.

NEET Round 3: What Are Options For Medical Aspirants?

NEET Round 3: What Are Options For Medical Aspirants?

Rediff.com1 days ago

With NEET Round 3 allotments concluded, medical aspirants are now evaluating their options, including participation in stray rounds, understanding penalties for not joining allotted seats, and exploring private or deemed university admissions.

Popular finfluencer kills self, father blames YouTuber

Popular finfluencer kills self, father blames YouTuber

Rediff.com1 days ago

A 27-year-old financial content creator, V Harish, known as 'Finance With Harish,' died by suicide in Chennai, prompting police to investigate allegations of cyberbullying related to his investment advisory credentials.

British Indian landlord stripped of royal honour over damp, squalid rooms

British Indian landlord stripped of royal honour over damp, squalid rooms

Rediff.com2 hours ago

British Indian landlord Nirpal Singh Riat has had his Order of the British Empire (OBE) annulled by King Charles III after being fined for renting out damp and squalid rooms. Riat, who received the honour in 2010, was found to have brought the honours system into disrepute. This rare cancellation follows a significant fine of 300,000 pounds for illegal conversions and poor living conditions, and comes amidst another similar case involving Lord Rami Ranger.

Wife, Accomplices Held For Husband's Trunk Murder In Unnao

Wife, Accomplices Held For Husband's Trunk Murder In Unnao

Rediff.com1 days ago

Police in Unnao have arrested a woman, her two associates, and a juvenile in connection with the murder of her 40-year-old husband. The victim's body was found dumped in an iron trunk by a highway. The investigation involved CCTV footage and led to the victim's wife, Neha Rawat, who allegedly committed the murder with the help of others due to the husband's drug addiction and frequent quarrels.

The Art Of Doing Nothing At Work

The Art Of Doing Nothing At Work

Rediff.com1 days ago

Some lessons about patience are taught not by monks or teachers, but by government offices, one slow afternoon at a time, reveals Binu Alex.

Kerala Police Arrest Mother In Eight-Month-Old's Murder Case

Kerala Police Arrest Mother In Eight-Month-Old's Murder Case

Rediff.com10 hours ago

Police in Pathanamthitta, Kerala, have arrested the mother of an eight-month-old girl, Manju, nearly three years after the infant was allegedly killed by a man who became angry when she cried. The baby's body was dumped in a marsh in August 2023, and two other accused, Sivan and Shakthi, are currently being sought.

Anahat Singh Enters Second Round Of Silicon Valley Open

Anahat Singh Enters Second Round Of Silicon Valley Open

Rediff.com1 days ago

Indian squash player Anahat Singh has advanced to the second round of the Silicon Valley Open squash championship in Redwood City, USA, after defeating Egypt's Nour Aboulmakarim.

Domestic Dispute Turns Fatal As Son Kills Father

Domestic Dispute Turns Fatal As Son Kills Father

Rediff.com1 days ago

A 58-year-old man was allegedly hacked to death by his son in Seraikela-Kharswan district, Jharkhand, following an argument over a domestic issue. The accused fled the scene, and police are searching for him.