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Nagpur teen assault: Sharp weapons, contraceptives seized from accused's home

Nagpur teen assault: Sharp weapons, contraceptives seized from accused's home

Rediff.com8 Aug 2026

Nagpur police have seized sharp weapons, a laptop, and contraceptives from the residence of a 19-year-old accused in Thane, who allegedly tortured and sexually assaulted a 16-year-old girl. The accused, Nirmay Madhav Pakhare, is currently hospitalised under judicial custody, while police continue to investigate digital evidence.

Defective Fingerprint See Sharp Drop

Defective Fingerprint See Sharp Drop

Rediff.com4 Jul 2026

The National Automated Fingerprint Identification System database expanded from 3.2 million records in 2012 to 11.2 million.

80s Look Trend: 'What Happened to Me?'

80s Look Trend: 'What Happened to Me?'

Rediff.com5 days ago

Former England captain Nasser Hussain has gone viral with his hilarious and candid reactions to AI-generated 1980s makeovers of fellow cricketers Stuart Broad and Eoin Morgan, showcasing the popular social media trend.

Indian Equities Tank as Oil Surges, Rate Hike Fears Grip Global Markets

Indian Equities Tank as Oil Surges, Rate Hike Fears Grip Global Markets

Rediff.com7 hours ago

Indian benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty, experienced a significant downturn, with Sensex tanking 778 points and Nifty closing at a five-month low, driven by surging crude oil prices, geopolitical tensions, and fears of further interest rate hikes by major central banks.

Global Uncertainty, Rising US Yields Drive FPIs to Withdraw Rs 13,138 Cr from Indian Equities

Global Uncertainty, Rising US Yields Drive FPIs to Withdraw Rs 13,138 Cr from Indian Equities

Rediff.com2 days ago

Foreign Portfolio Investors (FPIs) withdrew Rs 13,138 crore from Indian equities in the first half of September, driven by heightened global uncertainty, rising crude oil prices, firm US bond yields, and a strong dollar, impacting risk appetite.

Unidentified Assailants Fatally Stab Cement Trader In Tanda Shop

Unidentified Assailants Fatally Stab Cement Trader In Tanda Shop

Rediff.com1 days ago

A 60-year-old cement trader, Gulzar Singh, was fatally stabbed inside his shop in Tanda by unidentified assailants. His wife discovered his body with multiple stab wounds. Police are investigating, using forensic teams, dog squads, and CCTV footage, but the motive remains unknown.

Sebi to review derivatives settlement pricing after market uproar over CAS

Sebi to review derivatives settlement pricing after market uproar over CAS

Rediff.com4 Sep 2026

India's market regulator, Sebi, is set to issue a consultation paper proposing changes to the methodology for determining settlement prices of derivative contracts, following significant feedback and 'sharp price spikes and distortions' observed during the recently implemented Closing Auction Session (CAS) mechanism.

Global uncertainty prompts FPIs to pull Rs 5,109 cr from Indian govt bonds

Global uncertainty prompts FPIs to pull Rs 5,109 cr from Indian govt bonds

Rediff.com9 hours ago

Foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) have withdrawn nearly Rs 5,109.21 crore from Indian government securities under the fully accessible route (FAR) in just three days, driven by global uncertainty, elevated crude prices, rising US Treasury yields, and a depreciating rupee.

Shelton stops Tsitsipas, sets up Alcaraz showdown

Shelton stops Tsitsipas, sets up Alcaraz showdown

Rediff.com7 Sep 2026

Eighth seed Ben Shelton defeated Stefanos Tsitsipas in straight sets at the US Open, advancing to the quarter-finals. He will now face defending champion Carlos Alcaraz, with Shelton expressing confidence in his game and acknowledging Alcaraz's impressive return from injury.

India's Forex Reserves Surge to New Lifetime High of $785.71 Billion

India's Forex Reserves Surge to New Lifetime High of $785.71 Billion

Rediff.com4 days ago

India's foreign exchange reserves have surged by a record USD 44.903 billion to a new lifetime high of USD 785.706 billion for the week ended September 4, driven by the Reserve Bank of India's concessional forex swap initiatives.

'Retire!': Fans Lash Out At Sanju Samson

'Retire!': Fans Lash Out At Sanju Samson

Rediff.com1 days ago

Following a disappointing performance against Afghanistan, Sanju Samson's inconsistent form has once again put his place in India's T20I squad under intense scrutiny.

Pradhama Drishtiya Kuttakkar Review: Gripping Cop Drama

Pradhama Drishtiya Kuttakkar Review: Gripping Cop Drama

Rediff.com10 hours ago

Pradhama Drishtiya Kuttakkar is a gripping cat-and-mouse game that benefits from smart writing.

Indian Equities Close Marginally Lower as Oil Cools, IT Stocks Gain

Indian Equities Close Marginally Lower as Oil Cools, IT Stocks Gain

Rediff.com4 days ago

Indian benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty, ended marginally lower after recovering from sharp intraday losses, driven by cooling crude oil prices and buying interest in HDFC Bank and IT sector stocks.

Nepal rains push Narayani-Gandak into spate, UP villages on alert

Nepal rains push Narayani-Gandak into spate, UP villages on alert

Rediff.com30 Aug 2026

The rising water level in the Narayani-Gandak river following heavy rainfall in Nepal has increased the flood threat in villages along the river in Maharajganj district, officials said on Sunday.

Emotional Sabalenka Reflects On US Open Final Loss

Emotional Sabalenka Reflects On US Open Final Loss

Rediff.com2 days ago

Aryna Sabalenka's quest for a third consecutive US Open title concluded with a defeat to Elena Rybakina, a match where Sabalenka struggled with emotional control under pressure.

Delhi Man Stabbed To Death Over Suspected Affair With Sister-In-Law

Delhi Man Stabbed To Death Over Suspected Affair With Sister-In-Law

Rediff.com3 days ago

A 22-year-old man was brutally stabbed 17 times in east Delhi's Mandawali area by an accused who suspected the victim was having a relationship with his sister-in-law. The main accused, Keshav Kumar, has been arrested, and police are searching for a second assailant. The victim, Vansh Dedha, was the sole earning member of his family.

So Dreamy, Arishfa, So Beautifully Dreamy!

So Dreamy, Arishfa, So Beautifully Dreamy!

Rediff.com6 days ago

At 23, Arishfa Khan has already mastered the art of looking like she's floating through a dream sequence.

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty Sink as Brent Breaches $108/barrel

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty Sink as Brent Breaches $108/barrel

Rediff.com4 days ago

Indian benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty experienced significant declines in early trade, driven by soaring crude oil prices amidst escalating tensions in West Asia, coupled with weak global market trends and foreign fund outflows.

Ganges Grandmasters Secure Global Chess League Final Berth Despite Loss

Ganges Grandmasters Secure Global Chess League Final Berth Despite Loss

Rediff.com3 days ago

Ganges Grandmasters have secured a spot in the Global Chess League finals despite a loss to PBG Alaskan Knights. Defending champions Alpine APL Pipers, however, suffered a defeat against Triveni Continental Knights, leaving their final berth dependent on the outcome of the last league match. Key moments included Ian Nepomniachtchi's draw against Viswanathan Anand and Magnus Carlsen's first loss in the competition to Alireza Firouzja.

Net SIP Inflows Hit Record Rs 2 Trillion

Net SIP Inflows Hit Record Rs 2 Trillion

Rediff.com4 days ago

Net SIP inflow is calculated by subtracting redemptions from gross SIP investments.

BJP to leverage BRICS Summit success in poll campaigns

BJP to leverage BRICS Summit success in poll campaigns

Rediff.com2 days ago

The successful hosting of the 18th BRICS summit in New Delhi has provided a significant boost to the BJP, offering a timely opportunity to strengthen its narrative against the opposition ahead of crucial assembly elections next year. BJP sources highlight the BRICS grouping's strong condemnation of the Pahalgam terror attack and the consensus declaration as major diplomatic victories for the Modi government, countering criticisms of its foreign policy. The party plans to leverage these outcomes during its month-long Seva Sankalp campaign to connect with various sections of society.

BRICS summit: Delhi hotels fully booked, rates soar

BRICS summit: Delhi hotels fully booked, rates soar

Rediff.com7 days ago

Luxury hotels in Delhi are experiencing a significant room crunch and a sharp increase in tariffs ahead of the BRICS Summit. Many marquee properties show no availability or are quoting rates exceeding six figures per night around the September 12-13 event, highlighting a gap in India's hospitality infrastructure.

Suhana Khan, Pratibha Ranta's Unexpected...

Suhana Khan, Pratibha Ranta's Unexpected...

Rediff.com6 days ago

Some colour combinations just make sense. Black and white, blue and denim, pink and red -- we've seen them all before.

Marijne Outlines Indian Women's Hockey Team's Asian Games Strategy

Marijne Outlines Indian Women's Hockey Team's Asian Games Strategy

Rediff.com8 hours ago

Indian women's hockey coach Sjoerd Marijne discusses the team's preparations and strategy for the upcoming Asian Games. He highlights the different challenge posed by lower-ranked opponents compared to the World Cup, emphasising the need for effective scoring and maintaining focus. Marijne also stresses using the World Cup disappointment as motivation for gold and the importance of humility and unity within the team.

IndiGo, Air India in tight race for Mumbai-Delhi route dominance

IndiGo, Air India in tight race for Mumbai-Delhi route dominance

Rediff.com3 days ago

The Mumbai-Delhi air route, the country's largest and most lucrative, is witnessing an intense battle for supremacy between IndiGo and the Air India group, with Akasa Air emerging as a significant third player, according to recent data.

Forex Reserves Jump $45 Billion

Forex Reserves Jump $45 Billion

Rediff.com3 days ago

'This rise in foreign exchange reserves was expected given the amount of FCNR(B) flow.'

China Dominates India's Electronics Imports

China Dominates India's Electronics Imports

Rediff.com3 days ago

'The large number of tariff lines in the 90-99 per cent band highlights how deeply embedded Chinese sourcing has become in India's electronics imports.'

Tragedy strikes Satara Hill Half Marathon as retired scientist dies

Tragedy strikes Satara Hill Half Marathon as retired scientist dies

Rediff.com7 Sep 2026

A 65-year-old retired scientist, Sanjay Kadam, died after suffering a cardiac arrest during the Satara Hill Half Marathon. Despite immediate CPR and medical intervention, including an angioplasty, he succumbed to a second massive cardiac attack hours later. Organisers highlighted their medical preparedness, including medical ID tags and deployed emergency teams.

Nepal Disaster: 'It Doesn't Look Like A Single Cause'

Nepal Disaster: 'It Doesn't Look Like A Single Cause'

Rediff.com5 days ago

'It appears to be a combination: A glacier breaking away, and a dam-like formation downstream reaching capacity and releasing water suddenly.'

ISRO Staff Unhappy With Narayanan's Speech

ISRO Staff Unhappy With Narayanan's Speech

Rediff.com6 days ago

'He didn't touch upon the core questions raised by the nine employee associations.'

Equity MF Inflows Hit Four-Month High In August

Equity MF Inflows Hit Four-Month High In August

Rediff.com4 days ago

Smallcap funds topped the net inflow chart for the second consecutive month, as investors poured record Rs 7,973 crore into one of the best-performing MF categories.

Why Fund Managers Are Avoiding IT Stocks

Why Fund Managers Are Avoiding IT Stocks

Rediff.com6 days ago

IT services stocks have had tough two years, with prices coming under pressure from 2025 and the sell-off extending through the first half of 2026.

Last Man In Tower Review: Unsettling Must Watch

Last Man In Tower Review: Unsettling Must Watch

Rediff.com4 days ago

Last Man In Tower is an unsettling portrait of a society that can turn against one another when greed dangles the promise of a better life, observes Sreeju Sudhakaran.

Did Swara Bhasker Call Rani Padmavati A Coward?

Did Swara Bhasker Call Rani Padmavati A Coward?

Rediff.com2 Sep 2026

'I want to make it absolutely clear that I did not say that Rani Padmavati was a coward, or that the other women, the queens of the palace, and the women who did Jauhar were cowards.'

Left to skip Vijay's meet called amid rift in alliance

Left to skip Vijay's meet called amid rift in alliance

Rediff.com6 days ago

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay is set to chair a crucial TVK alliance coordination meeting in Chennai. The meeting aims to formalise the ruling coalition's structure, common minimum programme, and joint steering committee. However, the absence of key Left allies and a public rift between TVK and Congress over national leadership aspirations threaten to destabilise the alliance, highlighting a significant test for CM Vijay's political management.

PIX: Abhishek, Arshdeep power India to big win over Afghanistan

PIX: Abhishek, Arshdeep power India to big win over Afghanistan

Rediff.com2 days ago

Abhishek Sharma roared back to form with a blistering 84 off 32 balls, while Arshdeep Singh's superb 3 for 19 helped India cruise to a seven-wicket win over Afghanistan in the opening T20I in Delhi on Sunday.

Lamine Yamal's Champions League dream takes centre stage as Barcelona begin campaign

Lamine Yamal's Champions League dream takes centre stage as Barcelona begin campaign

Rediff.com7 days ago

Lamine Yamal has made Champions League glory his primary target, aiming to help Barcelona end their 11-year European drought while embracing greater leadership responsibility.

How To Pick The Right BAF

How To Pick The Right BAF

Rediff.com4 Sep 2026

BAFs seek to offer a smoother experience across market cycles, not the full upside of a bull market.

That's Really Unexpected, Erica!

That's Really Unexpected, Erica!

Rediff.com2 Sep 2026

Erica Fernandes has never been the kind of actor you can neatly put in a style box. Her wardrobe moves from futuristic glamour to boho ease, desi romance to sharp tailoring, often making the unexpected look completely effortless.

August Sees Record IPO Activity Despite Benchmark Index Declines

August Sees Record IPO Activity Despite Benchmark Index Declines

Rediff.com1 Sep 2026

August 2026 witnessed a significant surge in India's primary market, with 21 mainboard initial public offerings (IPOs) raising approximately 21,000 crore, marking the highest monthly deal count of the year, even as benchmark indices experienced declines.