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NEET-UG Re-Exam: New Date, Extra Time, Other Important Info

NEET-UG Re-Exam: New Date, Extra Time, Other Important Info

Rediff.com7 days ago

Here are all the details you need to know about the NEET-UG re-exam.

Beed Civic Body Issues Notice Over NEET Accused's Illegal Building

Beed Civic Body Issues Notice Over NEET Accused's Illegal Building

Rediff.com22 hours ago

The Beed Municipal Council has issued notices regarding an unauthorised construction linked to Prahlad Kulkarni, a key accused in the NEET-UG paper leak case.

US Based NRI Arrested In Bengaluru For Illegal Ammunition Possession

US Based NRI Arrested In Bengaluru For Illegal Ammunition Possession

Rediff.com3 days ago

An NRI from the US was arrested in Bengaluru for allegedly possessing live ammunition rounds after leaving them at a hotel. The accused, Arman Mutaahar, admitted to illegally possessing the ammunition and is now in judicial custody.

Slight Relief From Heatwave In Punjab, Haryana

Slight Relief From Heatwave In Punjab, Haryana

Rediff.com36 minutes ago

Maximum temperatures dropped below 40 degrees Celsius in several areas of Punjab, providing slight respite to residents from the intense heat. Haryana continued to experience hot weather, with Rohtak being the hottest spot at 45.3 degrees Celsius.

Latur Official Booked For Alleged Bribery Over Plot Regularisation

Latur Official Booked For Alleged Bribery Over Plot Regularisation

Rediff.com1 days ago

A technical expert from Ahmedpur Municipal Council in Latur has been booked for allegedly demanding and accepting a bribe for regularising a plot under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana.

Man Held For Stealing Jewellery From Ranchi Wedding

Man Held For Stealing Jewellery From Ranchi Wedding

Rediff.com1 days ago

Ranchi Police have arrested a 39-year-old man from Madhya Pradesh for allegedly stealing jewellery worth Rs 16 lakh from a wedding ceremony. The accused, who was not an invitee, was apprehended based on technical surveillance and CCTV footage analysis.

Gujarat Police Arrest Six Members Of Notorious Gang

Gujarat Police Arrest Six Members Of Notorious Gang

Rediff.com22 hours ago

Six members of a gang allegedly involved in 74 serious cases have been arrested in Gujarat's Jamnagar district, according to police. The Gujarat Control of Terrorism and Organised Crime (GUJCTOC) Act has been invoked against the arrested individuals, who are part of the 'Saycha gang'.

Kerala women lured with modelling promises; drugged, raped abroad

Kerala women lured with modelling promises; drugged, raped abroad

Rediff.com3 days ago

Two women were arrested on Monday, while another had been apprehended a few days earlier following complaints by the affected persons, they added.

India's peak power demand reaches record high amidst heatwave

India's peak power demand reaches record high amidst heatwave

Rediff.com3 days ago

India's peak power demand reached an all-time high of 257.37 GW on Monday, driven by increased use of cooling appliances during an intense heatwave, according to power ministry data. The Indian Meteorological Department has forecast continued heatwave conditions in northwest and central India.

Tata IPL Fan Park to Bring Live Match Action to Margao

Tata IPL Fan Park to Bring Live Match Action to Margao

Rediff.com7 days ago

Tata IPL Fan Park will be held at SGPDA Ground in Margao on May 16 and 17, featuring live match screenings, music, food stalls and fan activities.

NEET Paper Leak: CBI Raids Student Homes In Nagpur

NEET Paper Leak: CBI Raids Student Homes In Nagpur

Rediff.com3 days ago

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has conducted searches at the residences of two students in Nagpur as part of its investigation into the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak case. Mobile phones, laptops, and other digital devices were seized for forensic examination.

Main Accused In Dewas Blast Arrested On Return From China

Main Accused In Dewas Blast Arrested On Return From China

Rediff.com1 days ago

Police in Madhya Pradesh have arrested the main suspect in the Dewas firecracker factory blast that killed six workers. The accused was apprehended at Delhi airport upon his return from China.

Social Media Influencer Ankush Bahuguna Faces Homophobia In London

Social Media Influencer Ankush Bahuguna Faces Homophobia In London

Rediff.com3 days ago

Indian influencer Ankush Bahuguna shares his experience of facing homophobic abuse on the streets of London after attending a Huda Beauty event in a pink suit and makeup.

How East Bengal Ended 22-Year Wait For ISL Glory

How East Bengal Ended 22-Year Wait For ISL Glory

Rediff.com4 hours ago

East Bengal secured the Indian Super League title after a dramatic season, defeating Inter Kashi in the final. AIFF President Kalyan Chaubey has assured a full-fledged format next season despite ongoing uncertainties surrounding the league's structure.

How To Plan Urban Greenery For Cooling Effect

How To Plan Urban Greenery For Cooling Effect

Rediff.com12 May 2026

An analysis of 138 Indian cities reveals that urban greening should consider humidity and airflow for effective cooling, emphasising climate-responsive strategies over one-size-fits-all approaches.

NEET aspirant hangs self in UP after exam cancellation

NEET aspirant hangs self in UP after exam cancellation

Rediff.com7 days ago

A 21-year-old NEET aspirant hanged himself on Thursday in his house Lakhimpur Kheri's Gangotrinagar locality over the cancellation of the NEET after a paper leak, a family member said.

Thieves Steal Taps, Vandalise Congress Office In Chhattisgarh

Thieves Steal Taps, Vandalise Congress Office In Chhattisgarh

Rediff.com4 days ago

Unidentified individuals allegedly stole 73 taps from the Congress office in Ambikapur, Chhattisgarh, vandalised washrooms, and left a handwritten note mocking the police.

Pak to replace Lahore streets' British, Hindu names with Islamic figures

Pak to replace Lahore streets' British, Hindu names with Islamic figures

Rediff.com4 days ago

Pakistan's Punjab government has approved a plan to restore the names of several streets and roads in Lahore, aiming to revive the city's pre-Partition heritage, an official said on Monday.

Key Accused In Heera Group Fraud Case Arrested

Key Accused In Heera Group Fraud Case Arrested

Rediff.com9 hours ago

Nowhera Shaik, the prime accused in the Heera Group investment fraud case, has been arrested in Gurugram. She was apprehended in a joint operation by the Enforcement Directorate and Haryana Police and has been taken to Hyderabad.

NEET paper leak: Maha police question coaching staff among 6 in Latur

NEET paper leak: Maha police question coaching staff among 6 in Latur

Rediff.com13 May 2026

Police in Latur, Maharashtra, have questioned six individuals, including coaching class staff, regarding the alleged NEET (UG) paper leak. The investigation follows a complaint that a mock test's questions mirrored those in the actual exam, leading to the cancellation of the NEET (UG) 2024 examination.

Delhi Simulates Hostile Attack in City-Wide Civil Defence Drill

Delhi Simulates Hostile Attack in City-Wide Civil Defence Drill

Rediff.com3 Apr 2026

A large-scale civil defence mock drill was conducted across Delhi, simulating a hostile attack scenario to test preparedness and response systems.

Shock omission! Maguire dropped from England's World Cup squad

Shock omission! Maguire dropped from England's World Cup squad

Rediff.com16 hours ago

Harry Maguire was left shocked after being omitted from England's World Cup squad by Thomas Tuchel, while Phil Foden and Cole Palmer were also reportedly dropped ahead of Friday's announcement.

Why Delhi Still Leads In Crimes Against Women

Why Delhi Still Leads In Crimes Against Women

Rediff.com7 May 2026

A recent NCRB report reveals that Delhi continues to have the highest number of crimes against women among 19 metropolitan cities in India, including rape, kidnapping, and dowry deaths.

Delhi HC grants Umar Khalid 3-day Interim bail for mother's surgery

Delhi HC grants Umar Khalid 3-day Interim bail for mother's surgery

Rediff.com6 hours ago

The Delhi High Court has granted three-day interim bail to activist Umar Khalid, who is in custody under UAPA, to visit his mother who is undergoing surgery.

Bangladesh police hand over Indian official's body to high commission

Bangladesh police hand over Indian official's body to high commission

Rediff.com2 days ago

The body of Naren Dhar, an Indian Assistant High Commission Protocol Officer, was handed over to the Indian High Commission after his death in Chattogram, Bangladesh. Local authorities suspect no foul play, and a postmortem examination has been completed to determine the cause of death.

Parl panel grills NTA officials over NEET-UG paper leak

Parl panel grills NTA officials over NEET-UG paper leak

Rediff.com22 hours ago

Members of Parliament questioned top National Testing Agency (NTA) officials about the NEET-UG paper leak, with the NTA stating the CBI is investigating the matter. The parliamentary panel also discussed measures to prevent future leaks and reforms within the NTA.

Meerut Police Bust Illegal Telephone Exchange, Online Loan Fraud

Meerut Police Bust Illegal Telephone Exchange, Online Loan Fraud

Rediff.com23 hours ago

Police in Meerut, Uttar Pradesh, have dismantled an illegal telephone exchange allegedly used for revenue loss and an online fake loan racket, arresting three individuals and seizing a large quantity of equipment.

Wanted for 12 yrs, Guj murder convict built career in Bollywood, web series

Wanted for 12 yrs, Guj murder convict built career in Bollywood, web series

Rediff.com1 days ago

A murder case convict, who jumped parole in 2014 and started doing supporting roles in Bollywood films, including those made by prominent production houses, after changing his identity, was arrested in Ahmedabad 12 years later, police said on Thursday.

Srinagar Police Seize Drug Peddler's Property Worth 1.5 Crore

Srinagar Police Seize Drug Peddler's Property Worth 1.5 Crore

Rediff.com3 days ago

Srinagar police attached property worth Rs 1.5 crore belonging to a notorious drug peddler as part of the 'Nasha Mukt Jammu & Kashmir Abhiyan'.

Stone Pelting At Dalit Wedding Leads To Mathura Village Clash

Stone Pelting At Dalit Wedding Leads To Mathura Village Clash

Rediff.com1 days ago

A clash erupted in a Mathura village after a Dalit wedding procession was met with stone-pelting, resulting in injuries and police intervention.

Sheffield University Backs Greener Aviation With Sustainable Fuel Testing

Sheffield University Backs Greener Aviation With Sustainable Fuel Testing

Rediff.com2 days ago

The University of Sheffield has announced a major milestone in the push for greener aviation as it produces its first report from testing a new sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). The research is helping support the faster rollout of low-carbon jet fuels.

Underwear-Clad Dacoits Terrorise Villages In Uttar Pradesh

Underwear-Clad Dacoits Terrorise Villages In Uttar Pradesh

Rediff.com1 days ago

A gang of dacoits, dressed only in undergarments, committed a series of robberies in two villages in Budaun, Uttar Pradesh, holding families hostage and assaulting residents.

Two Women Arrested In Bengaluru Prostitution Racket

Two Women Arrested In Bengaluru Prostitution Racket

Rediff.com14 May 2026

Two women were arrested in Bengaluru for allegedly running a prostitution racket from rented houses. The arrests were made by the Central Crime Branch's Women Protection Squad following a tip-off.

Dacoits In Underwear Rob UP Villages, Beat Women For Cooking Chicken

Dacoits In Underwear Rob UP Villages, Beat Women For Cooking Chicken

Rediff.com1 days ago

Dacoits dressed only in undergarments terrorised villages in Uttar Pradesh, holding families hostage and assaulting them, including beating women for cooking chicken.

Indore: Seven Arrested In Liquor Trader Extortion Case

Indore: Seven Arrested In Liquor Trader Extortion Case

Rediff.com1 days ago

Police in Indore have arrested seven individuals, including three women and a police constable, for allegedly attempting to extort Rs 1 crore from a liquor businessman by threatening to release private photos and videos.

Burglary At Ex-Union Minister's House Raises Security Concerns

Burglary At Ex-Union Minister's House Raises Security Concerns

Rediff.com1 days ago

The house of former Union Minister and senior Congress leader Santosh Chowdhary in Hoshiarpur was allegedly broken into by unidentified persons who vandalised property and committed theft. Police have registered a case and are investigating.

How Mumbai Police Halted 101 Crore In Cyber Frauds

How Mumbai Police Halted 101 Crore In Cyber Frauds

Rediff.com1 days ago

Mumbai Police's 1930 cyber helpline has successfully intercepted and frozen over 101 crore defrauded from citizens in the last five months, preventing significant financial losses.

Trio Jailed For Life In Businessman's Dismemberment Case

Trio Jailed For Life In Businessman's Dismemberment Case

Rediff.com1 days ago

An Indian court has sentenced three men to life imprisonment for the murder and dismemberment of a businessman in Bhubaneswar, after a trial lasting over 11 years.

Auto Driver Critically Injured In Pune Machete Attack

Auto Driver Critically Injured In Pune Machete Attack

Rediff.com2 days ago

An autorickshaw driver in Pune was critically injured after being attacked with a machete and falling off a bridge. Police have arrested three suspects in connection with the assault, which stemmed from a prior dispute over passengers.

Bombay High Court Quashes Extortion Case Against Sanjay Pandey

Bombay High Court Quashes Extortion Case Against Sanjay Pandey

Rediff.com2 days ago

The Bombay High Court has quashed an extortion FIR registered against former Maharashtra DGP Sanjay Pandey and others in Thane. The FIR was based on a complaint by builder Sanjay Punamiya, who alleged extortion and coercion.