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Mumbai Police Reveal Details In Tiger Shroff Shooting Case

Mumbai Police Reveal Details In Tiger Shroff Shooting Case

Rediff.com19 Oct 2026

Mumbai Police have confirmed that none of the three accused in the Tiger Shroff shooting case are minors, with two assailants firing multiple rounds at the actor's car. The suspects, aged 18 and 22, were apprehended in Kota, Rajasthan, following an inter-state operation. The motive behind the attack remains unknown, and investigations are ongoing, with the Anti-Extortion Cell taking over the case.

Wipro reports marginal profit dip in Q2, revenue up 9%

Wipro reports marginal profit dip in Q2, revenue up 9%

Rediff.com16 Oct 2026

Wipro reported a marginal 1.40 per cent decline in consolidated net profit to Rs 3,200.6 crore for the July-September quarter of FY27, despite a 9.1 per cent increase in revenue from operations to Rs 24,752.7 crore.

Palaniswami Slams CM Vijay Over Drug Bust Silence

Palaniswami Slams CM Vijay Over Drug Bust Silence

Rediff.com20 Oct 2026

AIADMK chief Edappadi K Palaniswami has criticised Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay for his silence regarding a multi-crore international drug racket operating along the state's coastline. Palaniswami questioned if the racket was happening with the ruling TVK's knowledge, citing a recent 137 kg crystal methamphetamine seizure by the DRI and the alleged involvement of a TVK functionary. He demanded a comprehensive explanation from the Chief Minister.

Outrage In Bhopal After Girl's Murder, Crowd Tries To Storm Police Station

Outrage In Bhopal After Girl's Murder, Crowd Tries To Storm Police Station

Rediff.com17 Oct 2026

An angry crowd attempted to storm a police station in Bhopal on Saturday, demanding justice after a 12-year-old girl was found murdered in an abandoned building on Friday. Police have arrested a 23-year-old suspect and are awaiting the postmortem report to determine further details, including potential sexual assault.

IPO Guide: What To Check Before Investing

IPO Guide: What To Check Before Investing

Rediff.com7 days ago

'Read the prospectus as a capital allocator deciding whether the business deserves your capital at the offered price.'

Justice Served: Gurugram Court Hands Down 20-Year Sentence In POCSO Case

Justice Served: Gurugram Court Hands Down 20-Year Sentence In POCSO Case

Rediff.com11 Sep 2026

A Gurugram court has sentenced a man, Indrajeet alias Ashu, to 20 years imprisonment for the rape of a 17-year-old girl. The court also imposed significant fines under the POCSO Act and IPC sections. The case, which dates back to April 2023, involved a thorough investigation by Gurugram police, leading to the conviction.

ODI tri-series: Sri Lanka stun England in 430-run epic as Brook's record knock goes in vain

ODI tri-series: Sri Lanka stun England in 430-run epic as Brook's record knock goes in vain

Rediff.com6 days ago

Sri Lanka chased down England's 430-run target to script ODI history, with Pavan Rathnayake's 130, Avishka Fernando's 97 and Dasun Shanaka's explosive 97 overshadowing Harry Brook's record double century.

'Lured and trapped', alleges Tiger Shroff shooting accused's mother

'Lured and trapped', alleges Tiger Shroff shooting accused's mother

Rediff.com20 Oct 2026

The mother of Rehan, one of the three accused arrested in connection with the firing at actor Tiger Shroff's car in Mumbai, claims her son was lured and trapped into the incident. She stated he had been out of contact for 20 days and suspected he was intoxicated and taken away. Rehan's father also revealed his son's past arrest under the Arms Act.

Jhota Murder: Family Refuses Post-Mortem Until Demands Met

Jhota Murder: Family Refuses Post-Mortem Until Demands Met

Rediff.com6 days ago

The family of anti-drug activist Parvinder Singh Jhota, who was shot dead last week in Mansa, is refusing a post-mortem examination until their demands are met. They are seeking a trauma centre in Jhota's name and compensation for the injured, despite the CBI taking over the murder investigation. Protests are ongoing, and a joint action committee has called for resignations and dismissals of officials.

Tata Trusts Row: Ball In Charity Commissioner's Court

Tata Trusts Row: Ball In Charity Commissioner's Court

Rediff.com20 Oct 2026

Sir Dorabji Tata Trust has submitted its response to governance complaints filed by two trustees, with the Maharashtra charity commissioner expected to decide the next course of action.

Akash Ambani seeks to recreate Dhirubhai's legacy with India's biggest IPO as Jio goes public

Akash Ambani seeks to recreate Dhirubhai's legacy with India's biggest IPO as Jio goes public

Rediff.com20 Oct 2026

Akash Ambani is leading Jio Platforms' initial public offering (IPO), set to be India's largest, with a strategy that includes appealing to regional investors and drawing parallels to his grandfather Dhirubhai Ambani's historic public listing of Reliance Industries.

Saharanpur Man Strangles Sister After Finding Youth In Her Room

Saharanpur Man Strangles Sister After Finding Youth In Her Room

Rediff.com17 Oct 2026

A 27-year-old woman in Saharanpur was allegedly strangled to death by her brother after he found a youth in her room, fearing it would bring dishonour to the family. The accused, Ashish Kumar, was arrested on October 16, the same day a murder case was registered.

Active Vs Passive Funds: How To Choose?

Active Vs Passive Funds: How To Choose?

Rediff.com16 Oct 2026

Active and passive funds offer different advantages across market-cap segments, making a mix of both a sensible portfolio strategy.

Record-Breaking Performance: India's Para-Athletes Secure 22 Medals

Record-Breaking Performance: India's Para-Athletes Secure 22 Medals

Rediff.com7 days ago

India's track and field contingent delivered a stellar performance at the Asian Para Games, securing 22 medals, including five gold, and propelling the nation to fifth in the overall standings. Sprinter Simran, high-jumper Praveen Kumar, and shot-putter Sachin Khilari notably set new Games records, contributing significantly to India's medal tally across various para-sports.

International flights to get one-year landing charge waiver at Navi Mumbai

International flights to get one-year landing charge waiver at Navi Mumbai

Rediff.com10 Sep 2026

The Airports Economic Regulatory Authority (AERA) has waived landing charges for international flights at the Navi Mumbai International Airport for one year, with phased discounts for subsequent years. This move aims to incentivise airlines to establish new international routes from the airport, modifying previous criteria that linked waivers to the broader Mumbai Metropolitan Region.

India-New Zealand series to debut DRS's new 'Sonic' technology

India-New Zealand series to debut DRS's new 'Sonic' technology

Rediff.com6 days ago

Virtual Eye will now provide the full suite of DRS technology to assist umpires and enhance the viewing experience during India's tour of New Zealand involving five T20Is, five ODIs and two Tests.

Mahela Jayawardene ends second stint as Mumbai Indians head coach

Mahela Jayawardene ends second stint as Mumbai Indians head coach

Rediff.com17 Oct 2026

Sri Lankan cricket legend Mahela Jayawardene has concluded his second tenure as head coach of the Mumbai Indians, a role he returned to ahead of the 2025 season. Jayawardene, who previously led the team to three IPL titles, expressed gratitude to the franchise and its owners, while MI owner Nita Ambani acknowledged his significant contributions.

India's Praveen Kumar Secures Bronze In Asian Para Games Shot Put

India's Praveen Kumar Secures Bronze In Asian Para Games Shot Put

Rediff.com20 Oct 2026

India's Praveen Kumar clinched a bronze medal in the men's shot put F11 event at the Asian Para Games with a personal-best throw of 13.86 metres. Iranian athletes Amirhossein Alipour and Mahdi Olad secured gold and silver respectively. The F11 category is for athletes with significant visual impairment.

Kerala Man Arrested By Delhi Police In Cyber Fraud Case

Kerala Man Arrested By Delhi Police In Cyber Fraud Case

Rediff.com17 Oct 2026

Delhi Police have arrested a 43-year-old man from Kerala in connection with a cyber fraud case involving unauthorised transactions totalling Rs 1.96 lakh from a woman's bank account. The accused, Raju, was identified through bank records and the National Cyber Crime Reporting Portal, and his account was linked to multiple cybercrime complaints.

'Everyone Used To Call Me Mamata Banerjee!'

'Everyone Used To Call Me Mamata Banerjee!'

Rediff.com7 days ago

'Questions give you courage, and they also give you answers. Sometimes those answers are uncomfortable, and sometimes they are comfortable.' 'You must be able to accept both in the same stride.'

Pranav Soorma Clinches Discus Gold With Asian Record At Para Games

Pranav Soorma Clinches Discus Gold With Asian Record At Para Games

Rediff.com20 Oct 2026

India's Pranav Soorma secured a gold medal in the discus throw at the Asian Para Games, setting a new Asian record in his debut major competition for the event. Compatriot Ram Ratan Singh won silver, ensuring a 1-2 finish for India in the combined F51/52/53 event. Soorma, who previously won gold in club throw, highlighted the technical challenges of adapting to discus throw and the extensive practice involved.

Kolkata lottery firm donates Rs 260 cr to DMK, AIADMK in 2025-26

Kolkata lottery firm donates Rs 260 cr to DMK, AIADMK in 2025-26

Rediff.com17 Oct 2026

A Kolkata-based lottery firm, Tiger Associates, donated Rs 260 crore to Tamil Nadu's DMK and AIADMK in 2025-26, significantly increasing its contributions from the previous financial year. The firm accounted for nearly 74% of the combined contributions reported by the two parties, highlighting a concentration of political funding. The disclosures also revealed contributions from electoral trusts and a link between Tiger Associates' partner and lottery magnate Santiago Martin, whose other firm was a major electoral bond purchaser.

Palghar Police Arrest Two For Alleged Sexual Assault, Child Threat

Palghar Police Arrest Two For Alleged Sexual Assault, Child Threat

Rediff.com17 Oct 2026

Two men were arrested in Palghar, Maharashtra, for allegedly sexually assaulting a woman and threatening her four-year-old son. The Virar police made the arrests on Friday, booking the accused under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita.

Narwal Secures Paralympics Quota, Arora Adds Bronze

Narwal Secures Paralympics Quota, Arora Adds Bronze

Rediff.com20 Oct 2026

Indian para shooters Manish Narwal and Shrishti Arora won silver and bronze respectively in the 10m air pistol SH1 events at the Asian Para Games in Nagoya. Narwal's silver also secured a quota place for India at the 2028 Los Angeles Paralympics, making him the third Indian para shooter to do so. The contingent now has four medals.

1st T20I: Phillips praises India's approach, admits New Zealand failed to execute plans

1st T20I: Phillips praises India's approach, admits New Zealand failed to execute plans

Rediff.com6 days ago

New Zealand all-rounder Glenn Phillips acknowledged India's successful chase of 226 in the first T20I, attributing their win to strong execution and adaptation. Phillips highlighted areas for improvement for his team, specifically the need to take more wickets in the middle overs and enhance fielding performance, despite defending their overall effort.

Lokayukta Probe Uncovers Rs 64 Crore Assets Linked To Head Constable

Lokayukta Probe Uncovers Rs 64 Crore Assets Linked To Head Constable

Rediff.com19 Oct 2026

Madhya Pradesh Lokayukta police raids have uncovered 46 immovable properties worth an estimated Rs 64 crore allegedly linked to head constable Firoz Khan, his family, and associates. The properties, including houses and land, far exceed his legitimate income over 24 years of service, prompting an ongoing investigation under the Prevention of Corruption Act.

Why Rohan Bopanna Was Excluded From AITA's Elite SOM Roster

Why Rohan Bopanna Was Excluded From AITA's Elite SOM Roster

Rediff.com17 Oct 2026

Rohan Bopanna, India's former world number one doubles player, has been excluded from the AITA's Sportspersons of Outstanding Merit (SOM) roster. This exclusion is due to his failure to meet the mandatory one-year retirement criterion, as he announced his professional retirement on November 1, 2025, just shy of the October 16, 2026, deadline for the roster. Despite inquiring about his eligibility and receiving initial assurance, his continued participation on the Pro ATP tour until October 2025 meant he was still considered active.

Fairfax to leverage HDFC veterans Parekh, Sukthankar for IDBI Bank acquisition

Fairfax to leverage HDFC veterans Parekh, Sukthankar for IDBI Bank acquisition

Rediff.com17 Oct 2026

Canadian billionaire Prem Watsa's Fairfax Financial Holdings will utilise the expertise of Deepak Parekh and Paresh Sukthankar, former HDFC leaders, as it moves to acquire a 60.72 per cent stake in IDBI Bank for 52,878 crore, with N S Kannan proposed as chairman.

Swiatek left in tears as Chwalinska completes stunning Wuhan semifinal upset

Swiatek left in tears as Chwalinska completes stunning Wuhan semifinal upset

Rediff.com17 Oct 2026

Iga Swiatek's left-leg injury paved the way for Maja Chwalinska's stunning Wuhan upset, while Sonay Kartal defeated error-prone Jelena Ostapenko to reach her maiden WTA 1000 final.

Kochi Woman Arrested For Allegedly Killing Husband Over Daughter's Harassment Claim

Kochi Woman Arrested For Allegedly Killing Husband Over Daughter's Harassment Claim

Rediff.com17 Oct 2026

An Odisha-native woman has been taken into custody in Kochi for allegedly murdering her husband, Ajeeta Naik, and dumping his body near a railway track. The woman claims she attacked Naik after he allegedly attempted to sexually harass her 16-year-old daughter. Police are investigating the incident, including potential charges under the POCSO Act.

Why UPI Surcharge Is Essential For Digital Payment System's Future

Why UPI Surcharge Is Essential For Digital Payment System's Future

Rediff.com6 days ago

J&K Bank MD and CEO Amitava Chatterjee defended the surcharge on UPI transactions above Rs 2,000, stating it is necessary for the system's long-term sustainability. He also discussed the shift of household savings to mutual funds, the bank's profit growth, and India's consumption-based economy.

Indian Powerlifter Ashok Malik Secures Silver At Asian Para Games

Indian Powerlifter Ashok Malik Secures Silver At Asian Para Games

Rediff.com20 Oct 2026

Indian powerlifter Ashok Kumar Malik won a silver medal in the men's 65kg category at the Asian Para Games in Nagoya on Tuesday, lifting 192kg. China's Zou Yi took gold, and Indonesia's Margono secured bronze. Malik, who contracted polio as a child, showcased strong performance, while fellow Indian Jhandu Kumar finished fifth.

Mini Car Sales Surge 86% as India's Auto Market Rebounds

Mini Car Sales Surge 86% as India's Auto Market Rebounds

Rediff.com16 Oct 2026

India's entry-level passenger vehicle market is experiencing a significant recovery, with mini car wholesales surging 86.3 per cent year-on-year in the first half of FY27, driven by improved affordability and stronger overall demand.

Chennithala Assures Job To Girl Whose Family Was Murdered

Chennithala Assures Job To Girl Whose Family Was Murdered

Rediff.com19 Oct 2026

Keralam Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala has assured a government job to the eldest of two girls whose parents and paternal grandmother were murdered by a neighbour. The minister met the girls and promised to take steps to secure the job, which was also recommended by the court that sentenced the killer to death.

Delhi Capitals Appoint Chaminda Vaas as Fast Bowling Coach for IPL 2027

Delhi Capitals Appoint Chaminda Vaas as Fast Bowling Coach for IPL 2027

Rediff.com17 Oct 2026

Sri Lankan bowling legend Chaminda Vaas has been appointed as the fast bowling coach for Delhi Capitals for the upcoming IPL 2027 season, marking his return to the league after 16 years.

McLaren to sell five F1 cars driven by Hamilton, Senna and Brad Pitt

McLaren to sell five F1 cars driven by Hamilton, Senna and Brad Pitt

Rediff.com19 Oct 2026

McLaren Racing is selling five fully-functioning Formula One cars, including those driven by champions Lewis Hamilton and Ayrton Senna, and one tested by Hollywood actor Brad Pitt, with prices expected to reach tens of millions of dollars.

Tiger Shroff attack: 2 women among 5 more arrested for arms smuggling

Tiger Shroff attack: 2 women among 5 more arrested for arms smuggling

Rediff.com7 days ago

Mumbai Police have arrested five more individuals from Haryana and Uttar Pradesh in connection with the firing incident at actor Tiger Shroff's car, bringing the total arrests to eight. The investigation is now focusing on unravelling a wider firearm-supplying network, with details emerging about how weapons were procured from Amritsar and smuggled to Mumbai by train.

Protesters Clash With Police In Imphal Over Meitei Killings

Protesters Clash With Police In Imphal Over Meitei Killings

Rediff.com7 days ago

Protesters in Manipur clashed with police outside a sports complex where the Chief Minister was present, demanding action over the recent killing of three Meitei men. A 48-hour shutdown has affected normal life in Imphal Valley districts, and effigies of political figures were burnt. The state continues to grapple with ethnic conflict.

Man City's Semenyo sidelined for 8 weeks; Haaland doubtful for Champions League

Man City's Semenyo sidelined for 8 weeks; Haaland doubtful for Champions League

Rediff.com19 Oct 2026

Manchester City manager Enzo Maresca confirmed that forward Antoine Semenyo will be sidelined for up to eight weeks due to a knee injury, while star striker Erling Haaland remains a doubt for Tuesday's Champions League fixture against AEK Athens.

Tragic Mob Assault Claims Life During Durga Puja In Assam

Tragic Mob Assault Claims Life During Durga Puja In Assam

Rediff.com20 Oct 2026

A youth was killed and another critically injured in an alleged mob assault in Kamrup district, Assam, during Durga Puja festivities on Monday night. The incident occurred after their two-wheeler slipped, leading to an attack by a group of people. Police are investigating the exact cause and identity of the culprits.