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Minor Dispute Leads To Fatal Stabbing In Model Town

Minor Dispute Leads To Fatal Stabbing In Model Town

Rediff.com5 Jun 2026

A teenager, Ashu alias Lala, has been arrested in Delhi for the fatal stabbing of 25-year-old Sahil. The incident occurred after a minor dispute escalated into a physical altercation where Sahil allegedly slapped Ashu, leading to the fatal stabbing. Police tracked the accused, who later surrendered, and further investigation is underway.

Teacher's alarm saves 400 students as floods hit Nepal school

Teacher's alarm saves 400 students as floods hit Nepal school

Rediff.com1 Sep 2026

A devastating flood in Baireni, Nepal, transformed a school playground into a sea of sand and buried classrooms under sludge. Timely warnings from teachers, prompted by an upstream guardian, allowed 400 students to evacuate safely just before the flood hit. The school remains closed, covered in debris, while UNICEF estimates 17,000 children need humanitarian aid following the floods that killed over 900 people.

Mirzapur OTT Series Explained Before You Watch The Movie

Mirzapur OTT Series Explained Before You Watch The Movie

Rediff.com3 Sep 2026

Dive into the gritty world of Mirzapur, as we explore its pivotal characters, intricate plotlines, and the ruthless power struggles that define this popular Indian crime saga ahead of its anticipated feature film.

Nepal floods: Govt under fire for inadequate relief coordination

Nepal floods: Govt under fire for inadequate relief coordination

Rediff.com5 Sep 2026

A preliminary government report reveals that devastating flash floods in Nepal have affected over 32,000 people, caused 1,295 deaths, and severely damaged infrastructure including roads, bridges, schools, and healthcare facilities. Senior Nepali Congress leader Arjun Narsing KC has criticised the government's coordination of rescue and relief operations and called for international action on climate justice.

Kagiso Rabada out of ODI series, doubtful for Tests vs Australia

Kagiso Rabada out of ODI series, doubtful for Tests vs Australia

Rediff.com31 Aug 2026

South African pace spearhead Kagiso Rabada has been ruled out of the upcoming ODI series against Australia due to a right hamstring strain and faces uncertainty regarding his participation in the subsequent three-match Test series.

Nagarmal Bajoria, man who contested around 300 elections, dies at 97

Nagarmal Bajoria, man who contested around 300 elections, dies at 97

Rediff.com4 Sep 2026

Nagarmal Bajoria, a 97-year-old Bihar businessman known as "dharti pakad" for contesting nearly 300 elections, has passed away. A Partition refugee, Bajoria challenged prominent leaders including Indira Gandhi and Atal Bihari Vajpayee, aiming to raise public awareness about the electoral process rather than seeking power. His unique campaign style and unwavering spirit left a lasting impression.

Woman, Chinese worker rescued in Nepal 10 days after devastating floods

Woman, Chinese worker rescued in Nepal 10 days after devastating floods

Rediff.com7 days ago

Amidst the widespread devastation caused by Nepal's deadly flash floods, a 60-year-old woman and a Chinese worker have been miraculously survived after days of being trapped, offering a beacon of hope in the ongoing search and rescue operations.

India offers DNA profiling services for Nepal flood victims' kin

India offers DNA profiling services for Nepal flood victims' kin

Rediff.com4 Sep 2026

India's Ministry of External Affairs announced that central and state forensic laboratories will provide DNA profiling services for first-degree relatives in India to help identify victims of the recent Nepal flash floods. This initiative supports Nepal's ongoing identification process, with specific guidelines for sample collection and submission of DNA profiles to Nepali authorities.

'Mother was swept away': Nepal flood leaves 5-year-old girl alone

'Mother was swept away': Nepal flood leaves 5-year-old girl alone

Rediff.com30 Aug 2026

Five-year-old Ishara Tamang lies in a hospital bed in Kathmandu, injured and separated from her family, after surviving the flash floods that devastated Rasuwa district on the Nepal-Tibet border.She was rescued from the floodwaters in Khalte, a village in Rasuwa, after being trapped in a net.

Mukesh Ambani: 'When Women of India Rise, India Rises'

Mukesh Ambani: 'When Women of India Rise, India Rises'

Rediff.com1 days ago

'When the women of India become unstoppable, India becomes unstoppable.'

Delhi SIR: Voter rolls fall 37.4% in affluent constituencies

Delhi SIR: Voter rolls fall 37.4% in affluent constituencies

Rediff.com1 Sep 2026

Delhi's draft electoral rolls show a significant reduction in voters, with affluent constituencies experiencing a higher percentage drop (37.4%) compared to areas with unauthorised colonies and Jhuggi-Jhopdi clusters (35.7%). Overall, 47.5 lakh voters have been excluded, with officials noting Delhi's exclusion rate is the highest among states undertaking Special Intensive Revision. Citizens have until September 30 to file claims and objections before the final roll is published on November 4.

Nepal tunnel workers recount harrowing ordeal, dramatic escape

Nepal tunnel workers recount harrowing ordeal, dramatic escape

Rediff.com1 Sep 2026

Flash floods in Nepal, triggered by an ice and rock collapse near the Nepal-Tibet border, have devastated hydropower projects, leaving hundreds of workers stranded. Survivors recount terrifying escapes from rising floodwaters and tunnels, while international teams assist in ongoing rescue operations to locate those still missing.

Main accused in Kaushambi firecracker blast arrested

Main accused in Kaushambi firecracker blast arrested

Rediff.com1 Sep 2026

The main accused, Naushad, in the Kaushambi firecracker factory blast that killed 11 people, including eight children, has been arrested after an encounter. Two police personnel were suspended and three sent to police lines for alleged negligence, as the factory was operating illegally despite a previous licence suspension. Authorities are taking strict action, including invoking the Gangsters Act and NSA.

'Was chanting Hare Krishna': Nepal tunnel survivor rescued on Janmashtami

'Was chanting Hare Krishna': Nepal tunnel survivor rescued on Janmashtami

Rediff.com5 Sep 2026

Sanjay Sah, a 30-year-old employee, was rescued from a tunnel at the Trishuli 3A hydropower project in Nepal after nine days. He attributed his survival to chanting 'Hare Krishna' and was miraculously rescued on Krishna Janmashtami. Another worker, Kabir Maharjan, was also rescued but required further medical treatment. Sah, a foreman, stayed behind to ensure others' safety during the initial disaster.

InsuranceDekho-RenewBuy merger to deepen India reach, eyes IPO

InsuranceDekho-RenewBuy merger to deepen India reach, eyes IPO

Rediff.com7 days ago

The merged InsuranceDekho-RenewBuy entity aims to significantly expand its distribution network across India, offering insurance, mutual funds, and loans, with a strong focus on 'Bharat' (rural India), according to CEO Ankit Agarwal.

BMC demolishes unauthorised constructions at posh Mumbai high-rise

BMC demolishes unauthorised constructions at posh Mumbai high-rise

Rediff.com25 Aug 2026

The Mumbai civic body has initiated demolition of unauthorised constructions in a posh Prabhadevi high-rise, Rustomjee Crown, following complaints from an RTI activist. The action targets illegal alterations, amalgamation of flats, and conversion of common spaces into habitable areas, with the drive expected to continue over several days.

Nepal floods: 97-yr-old woman pulled alive from rubble

Nepal floods: 97-yr-old woman pulled alive from rubble

Rediff.com29 Aug 2026

Extraordinary accounts of survival are emerging from Nepal's devastating flash floods, including a 97-year-old woman rescued from rubble and individuals who fled collapsing settlements, spending nights stranded in forests before rescue.

Nepal-Tibet flood toll rises to 1,243; PM Shah flags climate change link

Nepal-Tibet flood toll rises to 1,243; PM Shah flags climate change link

Rediff.com3 Sep 2026

Nepal's devastating flash floods have claimed 1,127 lives, with thousands still missing a week after the disaster. Rescuers are intensifying efforts to find survivors and recover bodies across affected regions, while police work to identify victims and relocate families from high-risk areas.

Mumbai Rental Battle: 'You Can't Invade A Woman's Privacy'

Mumbai Rental Battle: 'You Can't Invade A Woman's Privacy'

Rediff.com2 days ago

A Reddit post about a hidden camera in a shared living room has reopened an old question -- how far can a landlord interfere in a home he no longer fully controls? Here's what two Mumbai lawyers have to say.

Around 600 children missing in Nepal's 2 districts; toll rises to 1,295

Around 600 children missing in Nepal's 2 districts; toll rises to 1,295

Rediff.com4 Sep 2026

Around 600 children are unaccounted for in Nepal's Rasuwa and Nuwakot districts following devastating flash floods, which have raised the death toll to 1,282 with over 4,700 people still missing.

OTT This Week: DC, Dhamaal 4, Gandhari, Unmadham

OTT This Week: DC, Dhamaal 4, Gandhari, Unmadham

Rediff.com4 Sep 2026

This week's OTT releases offer a diverse range of entertainment, from a violent spin on the Devdas story in DC to the return of the Dhamaal gang in Dhamaal 4, and the latest intergalactic adventures of The Mandalorian and Grogu.

BCCI Secretary Saikia Dismisses Rumours Over Rohit Sharma's Future

BCCI Secretary Saikia Dismisses Rumours Over Rohit Sharma's Future

Rediff.com3 Sep 2026

BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia addressed recent speculations regarding Rohit Sharma's future, chief selector Ajit Agarkar's contract extension, and VVS Laxman's potential appointment as director of cricket, dismissing all rumours after a review meeting.

League Cup: Leeds beat Forest again; Brentford rout Birmingham City

League Cup: Leeds beat Forest again; Brentford rout Birmingham City

Rediff.com26 Aug 2026

Leeds United defeated Nottingham Forest 2-0 to advance to the third round of the League Cup, marking their second victory over Forest in four days.

Taapsee Pannu's Gandhari Gets A Release Date

Taapsee Pannu's Gandhari Gets A Release Date

Rediff.com22 Aug 2026

Taapsee Pannu takes on a physically demanding role in Gandhari, an emotionally charged action-thriller about a mother's love and resilience, set to premiere globally on Netflix on September 3.

Nepal flood fury: Homes swept away, bridges vanish, villages buried

Nepal flood fury: Homes swept away, bridges vanish, villages buried

Rediff.com27 Aug 2026

Images emerging from Nepal show the extent of destruction caused by the massive flash flood that swept through the Bhote Koshi and Trishuli river corridors, with houses, roads and bridges destroyed and large areas covered with mud, rocks and debris.

'As the Sun's Glow Falls On Mount Kailash, The Sight Is Breathtaking'

'As the Sun's Glow Falls On Mount Kailash, The Sight Is Breathtaking'

Rediff.com5 days ago

Usha Vedasalam completed the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra just a week before the devastating floods in Nepal. This is her account of the pilgrimage.

World Letter Writing Day: 8 Letters, 8 Special Stories

World Letter Writing Day: 8 Letters, 8 Special Stories

Rediff.com1 Sep 2026

World Letter Writing Day is a time to recall historic letters. Some letters were written in love. Some in grief. Others at moments when the world stood on the brink of change.

Gujarat man among 12 killed in latest Russian strikes on Ukraine

Gujarat man among 12 killed in latest Russian strikes on Ukraine

Rediff.com2 Sep 2026

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced that an Indian citizen was among 12 people killed in recent Russian aerial bomb and drone strikes on Odesa, Ukraine. Dozens more were injured in the attacks that occurred since Monday evening.

Nepal floods: Toll rises to 1,356, search stepped up for 5,000 missing

Nepal floods: Toll rises to 1,356, search stepped up for 5,000 missing

Rediff.com5 days ago

Nepal is grappling with the devastating aftermath of flash floods, with the death toll reaching 1,356 and nearly 5,000 people, including foreign nationals, still missing. Identification of bodies is a major challenge, with only a fraction identified so far. President Ramchandra Paudel has appealed for climate justice and national unity for relief efforts. International teams, including experts from India and China, are assisting in search and rescue, particularly at hydropower projects where workers are trapped. The country is also working to restore infrastructure and reassure tourists to protect its vital autumn tourism season.

Nepal Disaster Leaves Ruin In Its Wake

Nepal Disaster Leaves Ruin In Its Wake

Rediff.com27 Aug 2026

Scenes from the aftermath of Nepal's devastating flash flood, August 27, 2026. Drone images reveal mud-covered towns while Nepalese army rescue teams race to save stranded residents after the Bhotekoshi river outburst.

Liverpool sign France forward Barcola from PSG in $162 million deal

Liverpool sign France forward Barcola from PSG in $162 million deal

Rediff.com31 Aug 2026

Liverpool have officially signed France international Bradley Barcola from European champions Paris St Germain on a long-term contract, with British media reporting the deal to be worth around $162 million.

Manasi Parekh: 'There Were Times When I Thought I Wouldn't Survive'

Manasi Parekh: 'There Were Times When I Thought I Wouldn't Survive'

Rediff.com31 Aug 2026

'God has given me a second life.'

17 Years On, Sri Lanka's Missing Haunts Families

17 Years On, Sri Lanka's Missing Haunts Families

Rediff.com2 Sep 2026

Many women admit that while they keep clamouring to know the whereabouts of their disappeared family members, they are painfully aware that all of them may have been done to death, points out M R Narayan Swamy.

6 drown to death in Karnataka lake, probe on

6 drown to death in Karnataka lake, probe on

Rediff.com26 Aug 2026

Six bodies, including those of four women and two boys, were discovered floating in Bhutnal Lake in Vijayapura, Karnataka. Police are investigating the mysterious circumstances surrounding the deaths, considering possibilities like accidental drowning or suicide, and are checking missing persons reports.

Maha FDA suspends licences of 5 Mumbai Cricket Association eateries

Maha FDA suspends licences of 5 Mumbai Cricket Association eateries

Rediff.com24 Aug 2026

The Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has suspended the food licences of five outlets at the Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) premises over the alleged violation of food safety norms, flagging deficiencies in food handling, storage, refrigeration and sanitation.

Tibetian glaciers unstable, warns China after deadly Nepal floods

Tibetian glaciers unstable, warns China after deadly Nepal floods

Rediff.com3 Sep 2026

Chinese officials warn that glaciers on the Tibetan Plateau are becoming increasingly unstable, leading to a higher risk of flash floods and other disasters, as evidenced by a recent deadly ice-rock avalanche near the Nepal-Tibet border. The region has seen a significant reduction in glacier area, and scientists are calling for advanced monitoring systems to predict these complex events.

Nepal tragedy: Death toll hits 1,252 as fresh flood risks loom

Nepal tragedy: Death toll hits 1,252 as fresh flood risks loom

Rediff.com3 Sep 2026

The death toll from devastating flash floods in Nepal has surged to 1,252, with more bodies recovered and fresh flood risks emerging due to continuous rainfall in the Bhotekoshi River's upstream areas. The disaster, triggered by an ice-rock avalanche, has also left 4,875 people missing and prompted calls to address climate change's impact on the Himalayan region.

'Himalayan nations should set up a Himalayan authority'

'Himalayan nations should set up a Himalayan authority'

Rediff.com2 Sep 2026

Veteran Congress leader Karan Singh has called for the establishment of a Himalayan authority involving all Himalayan nations, including India, Pakistan, and Nepal, to protect the fragile mountain range from destruction. He also criticised the four-laning of highways in Uttarakhand's Char Dham region, deeming it "reprehensible" due to its environmental impact. His appeal comes as Nepal grapples with devastating flash floods, highlighting the region's vulnerability.

'Super grateful for the joy he gave us': Argentina reacts as Messi bids emotional farewell

'Super grateful for the joy he gave us': Argentina reacts as Messi bids emotional farewell

Rediff.com1 Sep 2026

Lionel Messi, who captained Argentina to World Cup glory in 2022, has announced his retirement from the national team, a decision he described as 'a decision that hurts the soul.'

11 killed as torrential rains trigger floods, landslides across states

11 killed as torrential rains trigger floods, landslides across states

Rediff.com1 Sep 2026

Torrential rains have caused widespread devastation across several Indian states, leading to at least 11 deaths in Assam and Uttarakhand, pushing rivers above danger levels, and disrupting daily life with landslides, floods, and school closures. States like Jharkhand, Uttar Pradesh, Himachal Pradesh, Delhi, West Bengal, and Jammu & Kashmir are also grappling with the monsoon fury, while Meghalaya faces an unusual rainfall deficit.