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Two NSCN Cadres Killed In Arunachal Pradesh Encounter

Two NSCN Cadres Killed In Arunachal Pradesh Encounter

Rediff.com4 days ago

Two suspected NSCN cadres were killed in an encounter with Assam Rifles in Changlang district of Arunachal Pradesh, after security forces launched a counter-insurgency operation based on inputs about the movement of armed insurgents allegedly involved in extortion activities.

Trump to meet Xi Jinping on Wednesday to discuss Iran conflict, trade issues

Trump to meet Xi Jinping on Wednesday to discuss Iran conflict, trade issues

Rediff.com4 days ago

US President Donald Trump is set to visit China for talks with President Xi Jinping on trade, global issues, and the Gulf war. The visit aims to address trade frictions and other key issues, with high expectations for progress.

Supreme Court Calls For Expedited Trial In Darshan Murder Case

Supreme Court Calls For Expedited Trial In Darshan Murder Case

Rediff.com1 days ago

The Supreme Court has directed a Bengaluru court to expedite the hearing in the Renukaswamy murder case involving actor Darshan and others, expressing concern over the slow progress of the trial.

How Gukesh Beat World Title Challenger Sindarov

How Gukesh Beat World Title Challenger Sindarov

Rediff.com6 May 2026

World champion D Gukesh defeated his challenger Javokhir Sindarov in the Super Rapid and Blitz event in Warsaw, signalling his readiness for the upcoming World Championship title defence.

Villages Attacked Near Myanmar Border, Residents Flee

Villages Attacked Near Myanmar Border, Residents Flee

Rediff.com7 May 2026

Heavily armed militants attacked villages in Manipur's Kamjong district near the India-Myanmar border, torching houses and forcing residents to flee. The attack targeted Tangkhul Naga villages, with allegations pointing to Myanmar-based militant groups.

Robert Vadra Appeals Summons In Money Laundering Case

Robert Vadra Appeals Summons In Money Laundering Case

Rediff.com3 days ago

Businessman Robert Vadra has approached the Delhi High Court to challenge a trial court's decision to summon him in connection with a money laundering case related to a land deal in Shikohpur, Haryana.

BSF Hands Over Bodies Of Suspected Smugglers To Bangladesh

BSF Hands Over Bodies Of Suspected Smugglers To Bangladesh

Rediff.com7 days ago

Bodies of two suspected Bangladeshi smugglers who were shot dead by Border Security Force in Tripura's Sepahijala district were handed over to their relatives through Kamalasagar BOP in the presence of BSF and BGB officials, police said on Saturday.

Accused In Road Rage Murder Shot After Attacking Cop

Accused In Road Rage Murder Shot After Attacking Cop

Rediff.com5 days ago

A man wanted for allegedly killing a minor boy in a road rage incident was shot in the leg by police after he attacked a constable with a knife in a bid to escape in Gujarat's Surat city.

Two Murder Suspects Injured In Odisha Police Encounter

Two Murder Suspects Injured In Odisha Police Encounter

Rediff.com4 days ago

Two individuals wanted in connection with a murder case sustained gunshot wounds during an exchange of fire with police in Odisha's Jharsuguda district. The encounter occurred near Karlakhaman Government School in the Saguan forest area. The injured suspects have been identified as Sunil Mahananda and Chand Banchhor, who were allegedly involved in the murder of a man in the Belpahar police station area.

Telangana HC To Decide On Minister's Son's Bail Plea

Telangana HC To Decide On Minister's Son's Bail Plea

Rediff.com2 days ago

The Telangana High Court will decide on the interim anticipatory bail petition of Union Minister Bandi Sanjay Kumar's son, Bandi Sai Bageerath, in a POCSO case. The court also directed the police to verify the victim's birth certificates.

Robbery Accused Shot During Arrest In Sultanpur

Robbery Accused Shot During Arrest In Sultanpur

Rediff.com7 days ago

A robbery accused was shot and arrested in Sultanpur, Uttar Pradesh, after a confrontation with police. The accused and his associates had gathered to divide the stolen loot when authorities intervened.

How Satwik-Chirag Overcame Setbacks To Reach Thailand Open Final

How Satwik-Chirag Overcame Setbacks To Reach Thailand Open Final

Rediff.com13 hours ago

Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty progressed to the Thailand Open Super 500 final after defeating Goh Sze Fei and Nur Izzuddin. The Indian duo attributed their success to mental fortitude gained from overcoming injuries and setbacks.

Scientists Decode How Plants Use Molecular Traps To Fight Viruses

Scientists Decode How Plants Use Molecular Traps To Fight Viruses

Rediff.com3 days ago

Scientists at CSIR-CCMB have decoded the molecular mechanisms behind how plants use 'sticky' protein droplets to trap and disable invading viruses, potentially leading to more resilient crops and new treatments for human diseases like dementia.

Three Indians Injured In Drone Attack In UAE

Three Indians Injured In Drone Attack In UAE

Rediff.com4 May 2026

Three Indian nationals were injured in a drone attack on the Fujairah Petroleum Industries Zone (FOIZ) in the UAE. The UAE has condemned the attack, attributing it to Iran.

Adesh Gupta Cleared As Lokayukta Dismisses Corruption Complaint

Adesh Gupta Cleared As Lokayukta Dismisses Corruption Complaint

Rediff.com8 May 2026

Former Delhi BJP president Adesh Gupta has announced that the Lokayukta has dismissed a corruption complaint filed against him. The complaint, which accused Gupta of availing luxury vehicles and encroaching public land, was rejected by the Lokayukta court.

NITI Aayog: India's Scientific Knowledge Systematically Destroyed

NITI Aayog: India's Scientific Knowledge Systematically Destroyed

Rediff.com5 days ago

NITI Aayog member Gobardhan Das asserted that India possessed a rich scientific tradition that suffered setbacks during centuries of foreign domination, with its repository of knowledge systematically destroyed by invaders.

Farmer, Accountant Killed In Separate Haryana Attacks

Farmer, Accountant Killed In Separate Haryana Attacks

Rediff.com5 days ago

Two men, a farmer and an accountant, were murdered in separate incidents in Haryana. The farmer was ambushed and shot in Yamunanagar, while the accountant was killed in Ambala following a dispute.

ED Opposes Robert Vadra's Plea In Money Laundering Case

ED Opposes Robert Vadra's Plea In Money Laundering Case

Rediff.com2 days ago

The Enforcement Directorate has opposed Robert Vadra's petition in the Delhi High Court, challenging a trial court order that summoned him in a money laundering case linked to a land deal in Haryana's Shikohpur.

'Trump mulled nuclear weapon option during Iran tensions, but was stopped'

'Trump mulled nuclear weapon option during Iran tensions, but was stopped'

Rediff.com1 days ago

Former CIA Analyst, Larry Johnson, said on Friday that US President Donald Trump asked US chairman of the joint chiefs of staff, Dan Caine, if they could use the nuclear weapons, but the latter denied.

KKR reveal why Varun missed crucial RCB clash

KKR reveal why Varun missed crucial RCB clash

Rediff.com2 days ago

Kolkata Knight Riders' head coach Abhishek Nayar said the team missed the combination of spinners Varun Chakravarthy and Sunil Narine in their loss to Royal Challengers Bengaluru, with Chakravarthy absent due to a niggle. Nayar also acknowledged that dropping Virat Kohli's catch early in his innings proved costly.

Punjab Minister Sanjeev Arora In ED Custody: Here's Why

Punjab Minister Sanjeev Arora In ED Custody: Here's Why

Rediff.com6 days ago

A court in Gurugram has sent Punjab's Industries Minister Sanjeev Arora to seven days of ED custody in a money laundering case, officials said on Sunday.

Two Arrested After Shootout In Karol Bagh Firing Case

Two Arrested After Shootout In Karol Bagh Firing Case

Rediff.com6 days ago

Delhi Police arrested two alleged shooters wanted in connection with a Karol Bagh firing case after a brief exchange of fire in the Kamla Market area. The accused, identified as Deepanshu alias Sahil Bouncer and Avinash, were apprehended during an anti-gangster operation.

Three Indian-Origin Men Convicted In Canada Couple Murder

Three Indian-Origin Men Convicted In Canada Couple Murder

Rediff.com7 days ago

Three Indian-origin men have been found guilty of first-degree murder in Canada in connection with the killing of a couple in Abbotsford in May 2022. The British Columbia Supreme Court ruled that the men played a willing and integral role in the couple's murder, which was financially motivated.

Gulf War: Big Lessons For Investors

Gulf War: Big Lessons For Investors

Rediff.com5 days ago

History is rarely decided by who has the biggest weapons, but by who has the better process. The same rule applies to investing, says Ramalingam Kalirajan.

Modi to embark on two-day Israel visit, to boost defence ties

Modi to embark on two-day Israel visit, to boost defence ties

Rediff.com25 Feb 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Israel to enhance defence and trade cooperation amid Middle East tensions. Discussions will include defence, security, and the situation in Gaza.

Maharashtra Minister Accuses AIMIM Leader Over Shelter To Accused

Maharashtra Minister Accuses AIMIM Leader Over Shelter To Accused

Rediff.com4 days ago

Maharashtra minister Sanjay Shirsat has accused AIMIM corporator Matin Patel of double standards for allegedly harbouring Nida Khan, who is accused in a Nashik TCS sexual harassment and forced conversion case.

Allahabad HC Issues Guidelines For Trials In Absentia

Allahabad HC Issues Guidelines For Trials In Absentia

Rediff.com7 May 2026

The Allahabad High Court has issued a detailed procedure for conducting criminal trials in the absence of proclaimed offenders, as per section 356 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), 2023, aiming to ensure speedy justice.

Vinesh Phogat Challenges WFI's Decision On Tournament Eligibility

Vinesh Phogat Challenges WFI's Decision On Tournament Eligibility

Rediff.com5 days ago

Vinesh Phogat has responded to the Wrestling Federation of India's show-cause notice, asserting her eligibility to compete in the National Open Ranking tournament despite the WFI's stance against it.

Operation Sindoor Inspires Rise In Defence Budget

Operation Sindoor Inspires Rise In Defence Budget

Rediff.com4 Feb 2026

'If you go by the capital expenditure, this is a good defence budget. But we will have to see if the government can keep defence spending at 2 per cent or higher in 2027-2028.'

Indian Super League: East Bengal, Punjab FC battle to scoreless draw

Indian Super League: East Bengal, Punjab FC battle to scoreless draw

Rediff.com5 days ago

East Bengal FC and Punjab FC played out a goalless draw in their Indian Super League match, with both teams creating numerous chances but failing to find the net.

IFL: Diamond Harbour Rally To Down Rajasthan United In Seven-Goal Thriller

IFL: Diamond Harbour Rally To Down Rajasthan United In Seven-Goal Thriller

Rediff.com9 May 2026

Diamond Harbour FC recovered from a two-goal deficit to defeat Rajasthan United FC 5-2 in the Indian Football League Championship, strengthening their position at the top of the table.

Sanjeev Arora Challenges Arrest By ED In Money Laundering Case

Sanjeev Arora Challenges Arrest By ED In Money Laundering Case

Rediff.com4 days ago

Punjab Cabinet Minister Sanjeev Arora has challenged his arrest by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), claiming it is illegal and unconstitutional. The Punjab and Haryana High Court heard arguments and adjourned the matter to May 14. Arora was arrested in connection with an alleged Rs 100-crore GST fraud-linked money laundering case.

Nitish's son among 32 new ministers to join Bihar govt

Nitish's son among 32 new ministers to join Bihar govt

Rediff.com7 May 2026

The Bihar cabinet has expanded significantly with 32 new ministers taking oath, including Nishant Kumar, son of JD(U) leader Nitish Kumar. The expansion includes representatives from all five NDA constituents in the state.

Inter Milan win Serie A title in dominant style

Inter Milan win Serie A title in dominant style

Rediff.com4 May 2026

Inter Milan secured their 21st Serie A title after a season marked by consistency, a strong defence, and a potent strike partnership. Their victory was confirmed with a 2-0 win against Parma, leaving them comfortably ahead of their rivals.

Diamond Harbour Mount Stunning Comeback Against Rajasthan United

Diamond Harbour Mount Stunning Comeback Against Rajasthan United

Rediff.com8 May 2026

Diamond Harbour FC recovered from a two-goal deficit to defeat Rajasthan United FC 5-2 in the Indian Football League Championship, strengthening their position at the top of the table.

Sreenidi Deccan, Shillong Lajong Share Points In Thrilling I-League Clash

Sreenidi Deccan, Shillong Lajong Share Points In Thrilling I-League Clash

Rediff.com6 days ago

Sreenidi Deccan FC and Shillong Lajong FC played to a 1-1 draw in their I-League championship phase fixture. David Castaneda scored for Sreenidi Deccan, while Phrangki Buam equalised for Shillong Lajong from the penalty spot. The draw leaves both teams needing Diamond Harbour to drop points in their upcoming match to keep their title hopes alive.

Trump lands in Beijing to rare VIP welcome amid trade and Iran talks

Trump lands in Beijing to rare VIP welcome amid trade and Iran talks

Rediff.com3 days ago

US President Donald Trump received a red carpet welcome in Beijing for talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping on trade, the Iran war, and other key issues. The visit underscores the importance both nations place on their relationship amid ongoing tensions.

Himanta set for second term as CM; Modi, Shah, Rajnath to attend oath

Himanta set for second term as CM; Modi, Shah, Rajnath to attend oath

Rediff.com6 days ago

BJP leader Himanta Biswa Sarma has been appointed as the Chief Minister of Assam, marking the NDA's third consecutive government in the state. Sarma's swearing-in ceremony is scheduled for May 12, with key political figures expected to attend.

Professor Gets Bail In Student Suicide Case: Here's Why

Professor Gets Bail In Student Suicide Case: Here's Why

Rediff.com8 May 2026

A special court has granted anticipatory bail to a medical professor in connection with the suicide of a dental student, citing a lack of evidence linking the professor to the student's death.

'Beginning of end' of war: Trump announces 3-day Ukraine-Russia ceasefire

'Beginning of end' of war: Trump announces 3-day Ukraine-Russia ceasefire

Rediff.com7 days ago

US President Donald Trump on Friday (local time) announced a three-day ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine, noting that the temporary truce coincides with Russia's Victory Day celebrations commemorating the then-Soviet Union's role in World War II.