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FIR Against Yograj Singh Over Derogatory Remarks Against Women

FIR Against Yograj Singh Over Derogatory Remarks Against Women

Rediff.com3 days ago

Former Indian cricketer and actor Yograj Singh has been booked in Chandigarh over alleged derogatory remarks against women made in a web series.

The Summers We Never Left Behind

The Summers We Never Left Behind

Rediff.com1 days ago

Mangoes, Thums Up, Ludo, Train journeys, Video cassettes, Wimbledon -- a love letter to the summers that raised us.

Special Team To Probe Dowry Harassment Case Against Ex-Judge

Special Team To Probe Dowry Harassment Case Against Ex-Judge

Rediff.com22 hours ago

A Special Investigation Team (SIT) has been formed to investigate allegations of dowry harassment against a former judge and his son, following the death of the son's wife in Bhopal.

Pune man planted fake bomb to extort hospital, no terror angle: Police

Pune man planted fake bomb to extort hospital, no terror angle: Police

Rediff.com2 days ago

A man was arrested for allegedly planting an improvised explosive device (IED) in a private hospital in Pune to extort money for his medical treatment. Police confirmed there was no terrorism angle to the case.

LPG Cylinder Booking Leads to Arrest of Ex-Army Captain in Wife's Murder Case

LPG Cylinder Booking Leads to Arrest of Ex-Army Captain in Wife's Murder Case

Rediff.com31 Mar 2026

A former Indian Army captain, who had been on the run for four years after being convicted of his wife's murder, has been arrested after police traced him through an LPG cylinder booking.

BJP Corporators Clash Over Development Contract In Jalna

BJP Corporators Clash Over Development Contract In Jalna

Rediff.com6 days ago

BJP corporators in Jalna clashed over the passing of a development contract, leading to a police case being registered in connection with the violence.

Madhya Pradesh Firecracker Factory Raid Leads to Arrests, NSA Booking

Madhya Pradesh Firecracker Factory Raid Leads to Arrests, NSA Booking

Rediff.com16 Mar 2026

An illegal firecracker factory was discovered in Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh, leading to arrests and the booking of the operator under the National Security Act.

Rajasthan Man Nabbed For Online Shopping Fraud In Delhi

Rajasthan Man Nabbed For Online Shopping Fraud In Delhi

Rediff.com4 days ago

Delhi Police have arrested a man from Rajasthan for allegedly running an online shopping fraud racket, cheating people through fake social media advertisements offering discounted branded suits and sarees.

Godrej Properties to raise Rs 3,000 crore via NCDs

Godrej Properties to raise Rs 3,000 crore via NCDs

Rediff.com5 May 2026

Godrej Properties Limited (GPL) reported its highest-ever quarterly profit of 649.5 crore in Q4 FY26, a 70.13 per cent year-on-year increase, driven by record revenues and bookings. The company aims for over 39,000 crore in residential bookings for FY27 and plans to raise up to 3,000 crore through debt securities.

Odisha Police Crackdown: 1,771 Arrested, Drugs And Arms Seized

Odisha Police Crackdown: 1,771 Arrested, Drugs And Arms Seized

Rediff.com16 hours ago

The Odisha Police have arrested 1,771 people and seized over 3,000 kg of ganja, 20 unlicensed guns and other illegal items during a special five-day drive across the state.

Nine Foreign Nationals Deported From Goa For Visa Overstay

Nine Foreign Nationals Deported From Goa For Visa Overstay

Rediff.com2 days ago

Goa officials have deported nine foreign nationals and identified seven more for overstaying their visas. The deported individuals include citizens from Uganda, Russia, and Nigeria. Legal action has been initiated against the identified overstayers, who include Russians, Ukrainians, and a South African national.

Maharashtra Official Booked for Alleged Molestation of Minor During Scholarship Enquiry

Maharashtra Official Booked for Alleged Molestation of Minor During Scholarship Enquiry

Rediff.com3 Apr 2026

A Palghar Zilla Parishad employee has been booked for allegedly molesting a minor girl under the guise of providing information about a scholarship programme. Police have registered a case under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita and the POCSO Act, and an inquiry has been promised.

Another godman booked for rape in Maharashtra

Another godman booked for rape in Maharashtra

Rediff.com27 Mar 2026

Police have registered a case against a self-styled godman from Maharashtra's Palghar district for allegedly raping a 35-year-old Pune-based woman after claiming to be an incarnation of Lord Shiva, officials said on Friday.

Mumbai Police Nab Two With Heroin Worth Rs 3.82 Crore

Mumbai Police Nab Two With Heroin Worth Rs 3.82 Crore

Rediff.com6 days ago

Mumbai police arrested two men from Uttarakhand for allegedly possessing heroin worth Rs 3.82 crore in the western suburbs. The Anti-Narcotics Cell's Kandivali unit seized 765 gm of heroin from an apartment in Versova, Andheri. The accused were couriers for a large drug syndicate operating out of north India and have been booked under the NDPS Act.

History-Sheeter Arrested With Illegal Firearm In Thane

History-Sheeter Arrested With Illegal Firearm In Thane

Rediff.com9 May 2026

A 32-year-old history-sheeter was arrested in Thane for allegedly possessing an illegal firearm and live ammunition. The arrest was made by a Crime Branch team near the new Kasheli bridge. The accused had previously been booked for murder but was acquitted.

Noida Labour Protest Accused Received Over Rs 1 Crore From Abroad

Noida Labour Protest Accused Received Over Rs 1 Crore From Abroad

Rediff.com3 days ago

Police in Gautam Buddh Nagar claim an accused linked to violent labour protests in Noida received over Rs 1 crore from foreign countries in their personal bank account.

Why Maharashtra Needs To Strengthen Semiconductor Ecosystem

Why Maharashtra Needs To Strengthen Semiconductor Ecosystem

Rediff.com4 days ago

Dr Dinesh Amalnerkar, president of the Maharashtra Academy of Sciences, has emphasised the need for Maharashtra to strengthen its semiconductor research and manufacturing ecosystem to compete with states like Gujarat and Telangana.

Dumper Truck Kills Four MGNREGA Workers In Andhra Pradesh

Dumper Truck Kills Four MGNREGA Workers In Andhra Pradesh

Rediff.com1 days ago

Four MGNREGA workers were killed and two others injured in Kakinada, Andhra Pradesh, after a dumper truck hit them from behind on Saturday.

Man And Sons Arrested For Attacking Railway Constable In Thane

Man And Sons Arrested For Attacking Railway Constable In Thane

Rediff.com2 days ago

A 57-year-old man and his two sons were arrested for allegedly beating up a Railway Protection Force (RPF) constable at Kalyan station in Thane district after he intervened in a dispute.

Man kills pregnant wife by inserting hacksaw blade into her private part

Man kills pregnant wife by inserting hacksaw blade into her private part

Rediff.com13 hours ago

A man in Chhattisgarh's Surguja district has been arrested for allegedly killing his pregnant wife by inserting a hacksaw blade into her private part. The incident occurred on May 14 in Bhitthikala village, and the accused has confessed to the crime.

Teenager Held For Stabbing Teacher During Robbery Attempt In Thane

Teenager Held For Stabbing Teacher During Robbery Attempt In Thane

Rediff.com6 May 2026

A 13-year-old boy has been apprehended for allegedly seriously injuring a woman while attempting to steal from her home in Thane district, Maharashtra. The teenager, booked for attempted murder, allegedly committed the crime in the Murbad area. The victim, a teacher, was stabbed multiple times and is in serious condition.

BJP Leader Alleges 50 Lakh Land Scam, Files FIR

BJP Leader Alleges 50 Lakh Land Scam, Files FIR

Rediff.com4 days ago

A BJP politician in Bhadohi, Uttar Pradesh, has filed a police complaint alleging he was defrauded of 50 lakh in a land deal. Police have registered a case and are investigating the matter.

Equity Mutual Fund Inflows See 5% Drop in April, SIP Contributions Also Decline

Equity Mutual Fund Inflows See 5% Drop in April, SIP Contributions Also Decline

Rediff.com6 days ago

Equity-oriented mutual fund schemes in India experienced a 5 per cent decline in net inflows in April, reaching Rs 38,440 crore, while monthly Systematic Investment Plan (SIP) contributions also saw a decrease.

Police Bust Illegal Arms Factory In Meerut, Two Arrested

Police Bust Illegal Arms Factory In Meerut, Two Arrested

Rediff.com2 days ago

Police in Meerut, Uttar Pradesh, busted an illegal arms factory, arresting two individuals and seizing a cache of weapons and manufacturing equipment.

Sexual Harassment Allegations Lead To Case Against Delhi CEO

Sexual Harassment Allegations Lead To Case Against Delhi CEO

Rediff.com8 May 2026

Delhi Police have registered a case against the CEO of a digital marketing firm following a sexual harassment complaint filed by a former intern.

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).

L&T reports 3% decline in profit; revenue up 11%

L&T reports 3% decline in profit; revenue up 11%

Rediff.com6 May 2026

Infrastructure major Larsen & Toubro (L&T) reported a 3 per cent year-on-year decline in consolidated net profit for Q4 FY26, reaching 5,325.60 crore, primarily due to exceptional gains in the previous year. Despite this, the company's consolidated order book surged by 28 per cent to 7.4 trillion, with international orders accounting for 52 per cent.

Bangladeshi Nationals Top List Of Foreigners Arrested In India: NCRB

Bangladeshi Nationals Top List Of Foreigners Arrested In India: NCRB

Rediff.com7 May 2026

Bangladeshi nationals topped the list of foreign nationals arrested in India in 2024, according to the latest NCRB data, followed by Nigerians and Nepalis. West Bengal recorded the highest number of crimes committed by foreigners among states, while Delhi topped union territories.

Man Arrested For Murdering Woman Who Rejected Him In Thane

Man Arrested For Murdering Woman Who Rejected Him In Thane

Rediff.com3 days ago

A 42-year-old powerloom worker from Thane, Maharashtra, has been arrested for allegedly killing a 33-year-old woman after she refused to have a relationship with him.

Now 25 Day Wait To Book Gas Cylinder

Now 25 Day Wait To Book Gas Cylinder

Rediff.com10 Mar 2026

The government has introduced a mandatory 25-day gap between LPG cylinder bookings due to supply concerns arising from global disruptions and tensions in the Strait of Hormuz. This measure aims to prevent hoarding and prioritise essential non-domestic sectors, while domestic LPG production is being increased to mitigate shortages.

Special Team Investigates Dowry Harassment Allegations Against Ex-Judge

Special Team Investigates Dowry Harassment Allegations Against Ex-Judge

Rediff.com16 hours ago

A Special Investigation Team (SIT) has been formed to investigate allegations of dowry harassment against a former judge and her lawyer son, following the death of the son's wife in Bhopal. The SIT will probe various angles, including dowry harassment, physical assault, and alleged attempts to destroy evidence.

Odisha Road Rage: Truck Drivers Held After Fatal Assault

Odisha Road Rage: Truck Drivers Held After Fatal Assault

Rediff.com2 days ago

A pickup van driver was allegedly beaten to death by a group of truck drivers in an incident of road rage in Odisha's Sundergarh district on Friday, police said.

Apple Introduces MacBook Neo With 13-Inch Liquid Retina Screen

Apple Introduces MacBook Neo With 13-Inch Liquid Retina Screen

Rediff.com10 Mar 2026

The MacBook Neo starts at Rs 69,900 for the entry version with 8 GB integrated RAM and 256 GB capacity, while the 512 GB model costs Rs 79,900.

Punjab Kings' Openers Prabhsimran-Priyansh Set IPL Partnership Record

Punjab Kings' Openers Prabhsimran-Priyansh Set IPL Partnership Record

Rediff.com3 days ago

Punjab Kings' opening batsmen Prabhsimran Singh and Priyansh Arya have become the first uncapped pair to score over 1000 partnership runs in the Indian Premier League.

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

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

Rediff.com9 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.

Mumbai lift kiss video leak: Man booked for circulating CCTV footage

Mumbai lift kiss video leak: Man booked for circulating CCTV footage

Rediff.com14 Mar 2026

A man in Mumbai has been booked for allegedly leaking CCTV footage showing a woman kissing a man in a lift, leading to her defamation after the video went viral on social media.

Delhi Police Nab Six Gang Members Linked To Rashid Cablewala

Delhi Police Nab Six Gang Members Linked To Rashid Cablewala

Rediff.com6 days ago

Delhi Police have arrested six men allegedly linked to the Rashid Cablewala-Hashim Baba gang and seized a cache of illegal firearms and ammunition from their possession.

Bharat Forge: Diversified Portfolio Fuels Optimistic Growth Projections

Bharat Forge: Diversified Portfolio Fuels Optimistic Growth Projections

Rediff.com15 hours ago

Bharat Forge reported modest Q4FY26 results but provided strong guidance, anticipating significant growth from its defence, aerospace, and data centre segments, with a projected 25 per cent revenue growth in Indian manufacturing for FY27, despite current high valuations.

Action Against AIMIM Leader For Harbouring Accused

Action Against AIMIM Leader For Harbouring Accused

Rediff.com6 days ago

AIMIM leader Matin Patel faces potential cancellation of his corporatorship for allegedly harbouring Nida Khan, accused in a sexual harassment and forced conversion case. Authorities are investigating alleged illegal construction at his residence, which could lead to his disqualification under the Maharashtra Municipal Corporation Act.

Delhi Prisons Exceed Capacity, Majority Of Inmates Are Undertrials

Delhi Prisons Exceed Capacity, Majority Of Inmates Are Undertrials

Rediff.com8 May 2026

Delhi prisons are severely overcrowded, housing nearly double their authorised capacity, with undertrials making up the vast majority of the inmate population, according to the latest NCRB data.