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Nigerian National with Prior Drug Record Arrested in Goa

Nigerian National with Prior Drug Record Arrested in Goa

Rediff.com26 Mar 2026

A 44-year-old Nigerian national has been arrested in North Goa for possession of drugs valued at Rs 2 lakh. The accused has a prior drug-related arrest in 2017.

Why Manasi Parekh Is Thrilled In Cannes

Why Manasi Parekh Is Thrilled In Cannes

Rediff.com3 days ago

Manasi Parekh is making waves at Cannes 2026, passionately promoting Gujarati cinema on the global stage while reflecting on her incredible journey.

India dismisses Indus arbitration award, says treaty freeze stays

India dismisses Indus arbitration award, says treaty freeze stays

Rediff.com14 hours ago

India on Saturday rejected the "so-called award by the illegally constituted Court of Arbitration (CoA)" on May 15 and said its decision to hold the Indus Waters Treaty in abeyance remains in force.

RBI Simplifies Outward Remittance Rules For Non-Bank Entities

RBI Simplifies Outward Remittance Rules For Non-Bank Entities

Rediff.com4 days ago

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has removed the prior approval requirement for non-bank entities to form tie-up arrangements for facilitating outward remittance services through banks in India, aiming to streamline the process and enhance efficiency.

How Delhi Police Cracked An IPhone Snatching Ring

How Delhi Police Cracked An IPhone Snatching Ring

Rediff.com3 days ago

Delhi Police have arrested three individuals involved in a mobile phone snatching and disposal racket, primarily targeting iPhone users. The operation led to the recovery of 66 stolen mobile phones and exposed a network involved in selling stolen devices in grey markets.

How Delhi Police Cracked An IPhone Snatching Ring

How Delhi Police Cracked An IPhone Snatching Ring

Rediff.com3 days ago

Delhi Police have arrested three individuals involved in a mobile phone snatching and disposal racket, primarily targeting iPhone users. The operation led to the recovery of 66 stolen mobile phones and exposed a network involved in selling stolen devices in grey markets.

Delhi Police Arrest Man For Wedding Firing Incident

Delhi Police Arrest Man For Wedding Firing Incident

Rediff.com4 days ago

Delhi Police have arrested a 22-year-old man accused of celebratory firing during a wedding procession in Dayalpur, resulting in a woman being injured. The accused, Rishi alias Manu Thakur, was apprehended after evading authorities for nearly a month.

Gurugram Men Steal Rental SUV, Sell It For Rs 2.3 Lakh

Gurugram Men Steal Rental SUV, Sell It For Rs 2.3 Lakh

Rediff.com5 hours ago

Two men in Gurugram hired an SUV from a rental shop and sold it in Rajasthan for Rs 2.3 lakh. Police arrested the accused, who have a prior criminal history.

Woman Attempts Self-Immolation Outside Odisha Secretariat

Woman Attempts Self-Immolation Outside Odisha Secretariat

Rediff.com2 days ago

A woman allegedly attempted self-immolation outside the state secretariat in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, citing mental harassment and wrongful detention by police. Security personnel intervened and prevented her from setting herself on fire. Police rejected her allegations, stating she was arrested in connection with a sexual harassment case and was recently released on bail after nearly three years in judicial custody.

Four Sentenced To Life In 2018 Uttar Pradesh Murder Case

Four Sentenced To Life In 2018 Uttar Pradesh Murder Case

Rediff.com1 days ago

A court in Bulandshahr, Uttar Pradesh, has sentenced four men to life imprisonment in connection with a 2018 murder case. The case involved the killing of Jogendra, stemming from an old rivalry.

Delhi Police Nab Trio For Signature Bridge Robbery

Delhi Police Nab Trio For Signature Bridge Robbery

Rediff.com1 days ago

Delhi Police have arrested three individuals for allegedly robbing a 31-year-old man near the Signature Bridge in northeast Delhi. The stolen belongings have been recovered, and the accused have been identified as Nikhil, Sonu, and Amar.

Thane Court Acquits MCOCA Robbery Accused Due To Lack Of Evidence

Thane Court Acquits MCOCA Robbery Accused Due To Lack Of Evidence

Rediff.com7 days ago

A Thane court acquitted two men accused of robbery under the Maharashtra Control of Organised Crime Act (MCOCA), citing a lack of substantial evidence linking them to the crime.

Theatre Command Gets Push With New CDS, Navy Chief

Theatre Command Gets Push With New CDS, Navy Chief

Rediff.com6 days ago

'General Subramani's appointment as military adviser in the NSCS has given him insight into decision-making at the apex level prior to formally taking over as CDS.'

CBSE's abrupt 3-language policy for Class 9 sparks concerns

CBSE's abrupt 3-language policy for Class 9 sparks concerns

Rediff.com4 hours ago

Educationists and parents are raising concerns about the CBSE's implementation of the three-language policy for Class 9, questioning the timing and preparedness of schools.

Authorities Halt Child Marriage In Maharashtra's Beed

Authorities Halt Child Marriage In Maharashtra's Beed

Rediff.com5 days ago

Authorities in Beed, Maharashtra, intervened to prevent the marriage of a 17-year-old girl to a 28-year-old man, leading to the registration of a case against the groom and family members under the Prohibition of Child Marriage Act.

Like Kalyani Priyadarshan's Stylish Cannes Debut? VOTE

Like Kalyani Priyadarshan's Stylish Cannes Debut? VOTE

Rediff.com1 days ago

Kalyani Priyadarshan made a striking debut at Cannes, proudly showcasing Indian fashion and jewellery on the red carpet.

Four Arrested Over Rs 4 Lakh Daylight Robbery In Delhi

Four Arrested Over Rs 4 Lakh Daylight Robbery In Delhi

Rediff.com7 May 2026

Delhi Police have arrested four individuals in connection with a daylight robbery near Azadpur Mandi, recovering a car purchased with the stolen money. The arrests followed an inter-state manhunt across Uttar Pradesh.

Indian Man Admits Role In US-Canada Smuggling Operation

Indian Man Admits Role In US-Canada Smuggling Operation

Rediff.com2 days ago

A 22-year-old Indian national has pleaded guilty to his involvement in a scheme to smuggle individuals from Canada into the United States, coordinating operations to illegally transport people across the US-Canada border into New York.

12-Year-Old Boy Stabbed After Fight In Delhi

12-Year-Old Boy Stabbed After Fight In Delhi

Rediff.com5 days ago

A 12-year-old boy was allegedly stabbed by two people following an altercation in northwest Delhi's Jahangirpuri area, police said on Tuesday.

EC's special observer for Bengal SIR appointed as CM's advisor

EC's special observer for Bengal SIR appointed as CM's advisor

Rediff.com9 May 2026

The new BJP government also appointed IAS officer Shantanu Bala as the chief minister's private secretary, according to another notification.

Accused Acquitted In 2022 Robbery Case: Here's Why

Accused Acquitted In 2022 Robbery Case: Here's Why

Rediff.com5 May 2026

A special court in Thane acquitted a 43-year-old man in a 2022 robbery case, citing the prosecution's failure to prove the accused's identity beyond reasonable doubt. The man was also booked under the Maharashtra Control of Organized Crime Act (MCOCA).

Thane Man Gets Life For Wife's Brutal Hammer Murder

Thane Man Gets Life For Wife's Brutal Hammer Murder

Rediff.com1 days ago

A court in Thane, Maharashtra, sentenced a man to life imprisonment for murdering his wife with a hammer in front of their children, relying on his daughter's testimony.

Allahabad HC Convicts Two In 1984 Murder Case After Acquittal

Allahabad HC Convicts Two In 1984 Murder Case After Acquittal

Rediff.com5 May 2026

The Allahabad High Court's Lucknow bench has convicted two individuals in connection with a 1984 murder case, reversing their previous acquittal after more than four decades. The court found them guilty of culpable homicide not amounting to murder.

Harshita Brella's Family Campaigns For Justice In The UK

Harshita Brella's Family Campaigns For Justice In The UK

Rediff.com8 hours ago

The family of Harshita Brella, an Indian woman murdered in London, held a prayer meeting and are campaigning for justice in the UK. Her husband, Pankaj Lamba, is charged with her murder and remains on the run.

How A Patent Workshop Is Helping Researchers And Startups

How A Patent Workshop Is Helping Researchers And Startups

Rediff.com4 days ago

A one-day patent workshop was held at CSIR-NIIST to promote intellectual property awareness and equip researchers and startups with essential knowledge in patent filing and innovation.

Neet Paper Leak: Court Remands Five Accused To Police Custody

Neet Paper Leak: Court Remands Five Accused To Police Custody

Rediff.com3 days ago

A Delhi court has remanded five individuals to seven-day police custody in connection with the alleged NEET paper leak, citing the involvement of an organised gang.

Bengal govt makes Vande Mataram mandatory in schools

Bengal govt makes Vande Mataram mandatory in schools

Rediff.com3 days ago

The West Bengal government has directed all state-run and aided schools to mandatorily include the singing of Vande Mataram during morning assemblies with immediate effect.

Why A Transgender Person Took Their Life In Nagpur Hospital

Why A Transgender Person Took Their Life In Nagpur Hospital

Rediff.com7 May 2026

A 35-year-old transgender person, Radhika Mohan Jadhav, died by suicide in a Nagpur hospital after losing both legs in a train accident. Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the death.

SC rejects hate speech case against BJP's Anurag Thakur, Parvesh Verma

SC rejects hate speech case against BJP's Anurag Thakur, Parvesh Verma

Rediff.com1 May 2026

The Supreme Court has ruled that no cognisable offence was committed by BJP leaders Anurag Thakur and Parvesh Verma regarding alleged hate speeches during the 2020 anti-CAA protests in Delhi. The court upheld a previous decision by the Delhi High Court, stating that the speeches did not incite violence or target a specific community.

Man Killed In Delhi's Shastri Park Over Alleged Enmity

Man Killed In Delhi's Shastri Park Over Alleged Enmity

Rediff.com7 May 2026

A 50-year-old man was stabbed to death in northeast Delhi's Shastri Park area on Thursday over an alleged old enmity. Police have arrested the accused, identified as Mohsin.

Madhya Pradesh Residents Struggle With Sleepless Nights Amid Rising Temperatures

Madhya Pradesh Residents Struggle With Sleepless Nights Amid Rising Temperatures

Rediff.com4 days ago

Rising mercury levels in Madhya Pradesh are causing sleepless nights for residents as minimum temperatures remain high. Doctors report an increase in sleep-related issues, allergies, and fatigue due to the heat.

Madhya Pradesh Residents Struggle As Night Temperatures Rise

Madhya Pradesh Residents Struggle As Night Temperatures Rise

Rediff.com4 days ago

Rising mercury levels in Madhya Pradesh are causing discomfort for residents as night temperatures fail to provide relief, disrupting sleep patterns and daily routines.

Disturbing feedback on Aravalli mining, says SC, refuses to pass order for now

Disturbing feedback on Aravalli mining, says SC, refuses to pass order for now

Rediff.com2 days ago

The Supreme Court has expressed concern over mining activities in the Aravalli hills and range, deferring any orders in favour of mining lease holders until it is fully satisfied with the environmental impact.

Delhi HC recalls order on journalist's OCI plea

Delhi HC recalls order on journalist's OCI plea

Rediff.com3 days ago

The Delhi high court has recalled its order regarding The Wire editor Siddharth Varadarajan's OCI status, citing suppression of facts related to a prior court order.

SC divided on prior sanction for graft probe into govt servants

SC divided on prior sanction for graft probe into govt servants

Rediff.com13 Jan 2026

The Supreme Court delivered a split verdict on the constitutional validity of Section 17A of the Prevention of Corruption Act, which mandates prior sanction for probing government servants in corruption cases. The case will now be placed before the Chief Justice for forming a larger bench.

Man Held For Murdering Woman In Faridabad

Man Held For Murdering Woman In Faridabad

Rediff.com1 May 2026

Faridabad Police have arrested a man for allegedly murdering a woman whose body was discovered in Ballabgarh last week. The accused, Beeru, confessed to the crime, citing the victim's repeated demands for money and threats to report him to the police.

India's Forex Reserves Drop by $7.79 Billion to $690.69 Billion

India's Forex Reserves Drop by $7.79 Billion to $690.69 Billion

Rediff.com8 May 2026

India's foreign exchange reserves saw a significant drop of USD 7.794 billion, settling at USD 690.693 billion for the week ending May 1, as reported by the RBI, reflecting the impact of global events and central bank interventions.

Two Held In Saharanpur With Drugs Worth 1 Crore

Two Held In Saharanpur With Drugs Worth 1 Crore

Rediff.com6 May 2026

Two alleged drug traffickers were arrested in Saharanpur, Uttar Pradesh, and 504 grams of illegal smack worth around 1 crore was recovered from their possession.

FIFA World Cup 2026: Opening Ceremonies in Mexico, Canada, US

FIFA World Cup 2026: Opening Ceremonies in Mexico, Canada, US

Rediff.com9 May 2026

FIFA has announced that the 2026 World Cup, co-hosted by Mexico, Canada, and the United States, will feature separate opening ceremonies in each of the three countries. The ceremonies will feature a diverse lineup of musical performers and cultural showcases.

Two Arrested In Connection With Attack On Singer's Organiser

Two Arrested In Connection With Attack On Singer's Organiser

Rediff.com9 May 2026

Two shooters have been arrested in Punjab for allegedly firing at the home of singer Rahul Fazilpuria's event organiser in Gurugram. The shooters, linked to gangster Deepak Nandal, confessed to planning the attack on Saurabh Yadav, injuring a security constable.