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Haryana Rights Body Seeks Report On Prison Suicides, Violence

Haryana Rights Body Seeks Report On Prison Suicides, Violence

Rediff.com15 May 2026

The Haryana Human Rights Commission has taken suo motu cognisance of increasing incidents of suicides, unnatural deaths, violence, mental health issues, overcrowding and inadequate psychological support systems in state prisons.

Jolt to Lalu Yadav as SC refuses to quash CBI FIR in land-for-jobs case

Jolt to Lalu Yadav as SC refuses to quash CBI FIR in land-for-jobs case

Rediff.com13 Apr 2026

The Supreme Court has refused to quash a CBI FIR against Lalu Prasad Yadav in the land-for-jobs case, but granted him exemption from appearing before the trial court during proceedings.

Never been so fearful of a 15-year-old: Jamieson on Sooryavanshi

Never been so fearful of a 15-year-old: Jamieson on Sooryavanshi

Rediff.com2 May 2026

Kyle Jamieson admits feeling pressure facing 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi as Delhi Capitals chase a record 226 to beat Rajasthan Royals in IPL 2026.

Tata Steel's Q4 Net Profit Jumps 125% on Higher Volumes, Cost Cuts

Tata Steel's Q4 Net Profit Jumps 125% on Higher Volumes, Cost Cuts

Rediff.com16 May 2026

Tata Steel reported a significant 124.9 per cent year-on-year increase in consolidated net profit to 2,925.74 crore for the fourth quarter of FY26, driven by higher volumes and an improved product mix in India, alongside planned cost reductions across its global operations.

Delhi School Could Be Taken Over After Assault Claim

Delhi School Could Be Taken Over After Assault Claim

Rediff.com11 May 2026

The Delhi government is considering taking over the management of a private school in Janakpuri following allegations of a sexual assault on a three-year-old girl. The Directorate of Education issued a show-cause notice to the school, citing serious lapses in child safety and compliance with norms, which remains unanswered.

Bhojshala a Saraswati temple, rules HC; suggests alternate land for mosque

Bhojshala a Saraswati temple, rules HC; suggests alternate land for mosque

Rediff.com16 May 2026

The Madhya Pradesh High Court has declared the disputed Bhojshala complex in Dhar to be a temple dedicated to Goddess Saraswati, suggesting the Muslim community seek land elsewhere for a mosque.

J&K Police Book 12 Drug Kingpins Under NDPS Act

J&K Police Book 12 Drug Kingpins Under NDPS Act

Rediff.com25 Apr 2026

Jammu and Kashmir Police have booked 12 narco kingpins under the NDPS Act in Anantnag district, as part of a sustained crackdown against drug abuse and trafficking.

Haryana Gang Members Paraded After Brutal Attack

Haryana Gang Members Paraded After Brutal Attack

Rediff.com22 Apr 2026

Three members of the 'Bandar-Bhalu' gang were paraded with their heads shaved in Bhudatt Colony following their arrest in connection with a brutal attack on a resident on April 17. The accused were taken to the crime scene as part of the investigation and have been sent to police remand.

Thane Court Acquits Man in Rape Case, Cites Weak Prosecution Evidence

Thane Court Acquits Man in Rape Case, Cites Weak Prosecution Evidence

Rediff.com15 Apr 2026

A Thane court acquitted a 53-year-old man of rape charges, citing weak prosecution evidence and inconsistencies in the victim's testimony.

Bengaluru Jewellery Shop Burgled, Silver Worth Crores Stolen

Bengaluru Jewellery Shop Burgled, Silver Worth Crores Stolen

Rediff.com1 May 2026

A jewellery shop in Bengaluru was allegedly burgled, with approximately 70 kg of silver articles worth crores of rupees stolen.

Bengaluru Jewellery Shop Robbed; Silver Worth Crores Stolen

Bengaluru Jewellery Shop Robbed; Silver Worth Crores Stolen

Rediff.com1 May 2026

Unidentified individuals broke into a jewellery shop in Bengaluru, making off with approximately 70 kg of silver articles valued at crores of rupees.

Modi trims convoy to save fuel, pushes EV use; guvs, BJP CMs follow suit

Modi trims convoy to save fuel, pushes EV use; guvs, BJP CMs follow suit

Rediff.com13 May 2026

A downsizing in the prime minister's convoy was implemented in his recent domestic visits, official sources said.

Adhikari Or Ghosh: Who Will Be West Bengal Chief Minister?

Adhikari Or Ghosh: Who Will Be West Bengal Chief Minister?

Rediff.com6 May 2026

Suvendu Adhikari and Dilip Ghosh are the top contenders for West Bengal Chief Minister.

Delhi Man Arrested For Stabbing His Advocate Wife

Delhi Man Arrested For Stabbing His Advocate Wife

Rediff.com26 Apr 2026

Delhi Police have arrested a 35-year-old man for allegedly stabbing his wife, an advocate, in Khajuri Khas, northeast Delhi. The accused, Manoj Kumar, confessed to the crime, citing a family dispute as the motive. Police investigations are ongoing, with a prior case of abduction and murder also linked to the accused.

WADA rule puts Vinesh Phogat comeback in trouble!

WADA rule puts Vinesh Phogat comeback in trouble!

Rediff.com7 May 2026

Vinesh Phogat's eligibility to compete in the National Open Ranking Tournament is uncertain due to questions about her compliance with WADA's six-month notice rule for returning athletes.

Court Discharges Rohit Pawar In MSCB Scam Case: Here's Why

Court Discharges Rohit Pawar In MSCB Scam Case: Here's Why

Rediff.com22 Apr 2026

A special court in Mumbai discharged NCP (SP) MLA Rohit Pawar and others in a case registered by the Enforcement Directorate concerning an alleged Rs 25,000 crore scam at the Maharashtra State Co-operative Bank (MSCB). The court stated that the money laundering case could not proceed without a predicate offence.

Overseas Indian Deposit Flows Drop by 24% to $11.04 Billion

Overseas Indian Deposit Flows Drop by 24% to $11.04 Billion

Rediff.com24 Apr 2026

Flows from overseas Indians into Non-Resident Indian (NRI) deposit schemes have fallen by 24.17 per cent to approximately $11.04 billion between April 2025 and February 2026, down from $14.56 billion in the previous year, according to Reserve Bank of India (RBI) data.

SC grants anticipatory bail to Cong's Pawan Khera

SC grants anticipatory bail to Cong's Pawan Khera

Rediff.com1 May 2026

The Supreme Court has granted anticipatory bail to Congress leader Pawan Khera in a case registered against him for alleging that Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma's wife possessed multiple passports and undisclosed properties abroad.

UP Police Investigate Abduction Of Dalit Woman Before Wedding

UP Police Investigate Abduction Of Dalit Woman Before Wedding

Rediff.com20 Apr 2026

Police in Bhadohi, Uttar Pradesh, have registered a case against six individuals for allegedly abducting a Dalit woman five days before her wedding. The case has been registered under relevant sections of the BNS and the Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act.

Lakshya Sen Stuns Chou Tien Chen In Thomas Cup Quarterfinal

Lakshya Sen Stuns Chou Tien Chen In Thomas Cup Quarterfinal

Rediff.com1 May 2026

Lakshya Sen staged a remarkable comeback to defeat world No. 6 Chou Tien Chen, securing a 1-0 lead for India against Chinese Taipei in the Thomas Cup quarter-finals.

Gunmen Target Singer's Associate In Gurugram, Cop Injured

Gunmen Target Singer's Associate In Gurugram, Cop Injured

Rediff.com3 May 2026

Two motorcycle-borne shooters allegedly linked to gangster Deepak Nandal opened fire at the residence of an event organiser working for singer Rahul Fazilpuria in Gurugram's Kanhai village, injuring a police constable deployed there for security, police said on Sunday.

Gelatin sticks found near Modi event venue in Bengaluru amid bomb threat

Gelatin sticks found near Modi event venue in Bengaluru amid bomb threat

Rediff.com10 May 2026

Gelatin sticks were discovered near the venue of PM Narendra Modi's programme in Bengaluru, prompting a police investigation and heightened security measures.

Nine-Year-Old Girl Mauled To Death By Stray Dogs In Bundi

Nine-Year-Old Girl Mauled To Death By Stray Dogs In Bundi

Rediff.com5 May 2026

A nine-year-old girl was fatally attacked by stray dogs in Rajasthan's Bundi district while going to the fields near her village. Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla visited the family and provided compensation, while directing authorities to take preventive measures.

Athletics Federation of India Requires Approval for Athlete Sponsorships

Athletics Federation of India Requires Approval for Athlete Sponsorships

Rediff.com4 Apr 2026

The Athletics Federation of India (AFI) has mandated that track and field athletes must obtain prior approval from the federation before entering into sponsorship agreements with any entity. This decision aims to protect the interests of both athletes and sponsors amid increasing instances of athletes and coaches frequently changing sponsors.

Kerala Nursing Student Found Dead In Bengaluru Hostel

Kerala Nursing Student Found Dead In Bengaluru Hostel

Rediff.com1 May 2026

A 19-year-old nursing student from Kerala was found dead in his hostel room in Bengaluru, with police investigating the possibility of suicide and allegations of foul play.

Jharkhand Woman Murdered By Husband Over Dowry Demands

Jharkhand Woman Murdered By Husband Over Dowry Demands

Rediff.com27 Apr 2026

A 19-year-old woman was allegedly stabbed to death by her husband in Jharkhand's Sahibganj district over dowry demands, police said.

Four Arrested In Delhi Robbery Of Rs 70 Lakh

Four Arrested In Delhi Robbery Of Rs 70 Lakh

Rediff.com29 Apr 2026

Delhi Police have arrested four individuals, including a company employee, for allegedly robbing two employees of Rs 70 lakh in Delhi's Inderpuri area last month. The employee is accused of leaking information about cash movement and planning the robbery with accomplices.

Bengaluru Woman Found Dead In Rented Flat

Bengaluru Woman Found Dead In Rented Flat

Rediff.com28 Apr 2026

The body of a 34-year-old woman was found in a decomposed state at her rented flat in Bengaluru. Police are investigating the case as an unnatural death.

How A Software Engineer Ran A Rs 100 Crore Online Trading Scam

How A Software Engineer Ran A Rs 100 Crore Online Trading Scam

Rediff.com11 May 2026

A software engineer earning a high salary allegedly abandoned his career to run a fake online trading racket, duping investors of nearly Rs 100 crore.

How A Police Dog Cracked A Thane Murder Case

How A Police Dog Cracked A Thane Murder Case

Rediff.com30 Apr 2026

A police dog in Thane district, Maharashtra, played a crucial role in solving a murder case, leading to the arrest of a suspect with a criminal history from Mumbai.

US marines board merchant ship in Arabian Sea

US marines board merchant ship in Arabian Sea

Rediff.com29 Apr 2026

US Marines boarded and searched a commercial ship, M/V Blue Star III, in the Arabian Sea on suspicion of violating the US blockade of Iranian ports, later releasing it after confirming it was not headed to Iran.

India appoints new Chief of Defence Staff, Naval Chief

India appoints new Chief of Defence Staff, Naval Chief

Rediff.com9 May 2026

Lt Gen NS Raja Subramani (retd) has been appointed as India's next Chief of Defence Staff, succeeding Gen Anil Chauhan. Vice Admiral Krishna Swaminathan has been named the next Chief of the Naval Staff, succeeding Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi. Lt Gen Subramani's primary mandate will be to implement the military theaterisation plan and bolster tri-services synergy.

Delhi Golf Links Robbery: Police Yet To Make Arrests

Delhi Golf Links Robbery: Police Yet To Make Arrests

Rediff.com18 Apr 2026

Police are still investigating a robbery and hostage situation at a liquor businessman's house in Delhi's Golf Links area, where valuables worth Rs 25 lakh were stolen. The domestic help is suspected to be the main conspirator, and multiple teams are conducting raids to apprehend the suspects.

Delhi Constable Arrested In Rs 50 Lakh Robbery Case

Delhi Constable Arrested In Rs 50 Lakh Robbery Case

Rediff.com1 May 2026

A Delhi Police constable with a criminal history and six others have been arrested for the robbery of Rs 50 lakh in Delhi's Azad Market area. Police recovered most of the stolen money.

Interstate Arms Syndicate Busted By Delhi Police; Nine Arrested

Interstate Arms Syndicate Busted By Delhi Police; Nine Arrested

Rediff.com29 Apr 2026

The Delhi Police have dismantled an interstate arms trafficking syndicate with alleged international connections, arresting nine individuals and seizing a cache of sophisticated firearms and ammunition.

AFI To Bar Athletes For Unexplained Absences At Federation Cup

AFI To Bar Athletes For Unexplained Absences At Federation Cup

Rediff.com1 May 2026

The Athletics Federation of India (AFI) has announced that athletes who fail to participate in the National Senior Athletics Federation Cup without a valid reason may be barred from future events.

Stolen Mobile Phone Racket Busted By Delhi Police

Stolen Mobile Phone Racket Busted By Delhi Police

Rediff.com30 Apr 2026

Delhi Police have dismantled an organised racket trafficking stolen mobile phones to Nepal, arresting two individuals and recovering 40 devices. The operation involved purchasing stolen phones in Delhi and selling them in Nepal for profit.

UWW Acknowledged Vinesh Phogat's Retirement, Raises Questions

UWW Acknowledged Vinesh Phogat's Retirement, Raises Questions

Rediff.com8 May 2026

A communication from United World Wrestling's anti-doping department confirmed Vinesh Phogat's retirement intimation to the International Testing Agency (ITA) in December 2024, amidst claims and controversies surrounding her comeback and eligibility for the Asian Games.

Sunil Rao To Lead Roblox's India Operations

Sunil Rao To Lead Roblox's India Operations

Rediff.com30 Apr 2026

Gaming company Roblox has appointed Sunil Rao, a former Amazon Web Services executive, as Managing Director for its India operations. Rao will oversee Roblox India's strategy, working with local teams and partners to strengthen the company's presence and support the creator ecosystem.

'He was crying, she was shouting -- then suddenly, silence'

'He was crying, she was shouting -- then suddenly, silence'

Rediff.com3 May 2026

Delhi Police have registered a case of abetment to suicide and criminal conspiracy in connection with the death of a Delhi Judicial Services officer at his residence. The deceased, Aman Kumar Sharma, was found dead at his Safdarjung residence, with preliminary inquiry indicating death by hanging.