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Police Uncover Prostitution Ring in Jammu, Arrest Three

Police Uncover Prostitution Ring in Jammu, Arrest Three

Rediff.com7 Mar 2026

Jammu and Kashmir Police busted a prostitution racket operating in Jammu, rescuing three girls and arresting three individuals, including a woman, following a raid on a house allegedly used for trafficking activities.

Bengaluru Police Arrest Eight in Real Estate Businessman Kidnapping and Murder Case

Bengaluru Police Arrest Eight in Real Estate Businessman Kidnapping and Murder Case

Rediff.com12 Mar 2026

Bengaluru police have arrested eight people, including two minors, in connection with the kidnapping and murder of a real estate businessman. The investigation is ongoing, with a possible motive involving business rivalry and allegations of black magic.

Eight Held in Connection with Bengaluru Businessman's Kidnapping and Murder

Eight Held in Connection with Bengaluru Businessman's Kidnapping and Murder

Rediff.com12 Mar 2026

Police in Bengaluru have arrested eight people, including two minors, in connection with the kidnapping and murder of a real estate businessman. The victim, Gopal alias Gopi, was allegedly kidnapped after a car collision and his body was later found in Hosur, Tamil Nadu. The investigation revealed a long-standing rivalry between the victim and the main conspirator, who believed Gopal was using black magic against him.

Gambling Raid at IAS Officer's Farmhouse Leads to Suspensions

Gambling Raid at IAS Officer's Farmhouse Leads to Suspensions

Rediff.com11 Mar 2026

Police raided the farmhouse of an IAS officer in Indore, Madhya Pradesh, detaining 18 people for alleged gambling and leading to the suspension of three police personnel.

Modi, Macron Discuss West Asia Situation, Stress Diplomacy

Modi, Macron Discuss West Asia Situation, Stress Diplomacy

Rediff.com5 Mar 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and French President Emmanuel Macron discussed the escalating situation in West Asia, emphasising the need for dialogue and diplomacy to restore peace and stability in the region.

Woman, Aide Sentenced to Life for Murdering Live-In Partner, Dumping Body in Creek

Woman, Aide Sentenced to Life for Murdering Live-In Partner, Dumping Body in Creek

Rediff.com2 Mar 2026

A court in Thane, Maharashtra, sentenced a woman and her accomplice to life imprisonment for the murder of her live-in partner, whose body was found in a creek.

Karur stampede: CBI to quiz TVK chief Vijay again on Sunday

Karur stampede: CBI to quiz TVK chief Vijay again on Sunday

Rediff.com10 Mar 2026

The CBI has summoned actor Vijay for questioning in connection with the 2025 Karur stampede case, which resulted in numerous fatalities and injuries. The investigation follows a Supreme Court order emphasizing impartiality and thoroughness.

Chhattisgarh: Four Dead, 25 Injured as Van Overturns in Raigarh

Chhattisgarh: Four Dead, 25 Injured as Van Overturns in Raigarh

Rediff.com26 Feb 2026

Four people were killed and 25 others injured when a mini goods van overturned in Chhattisgarh's Raigarh district. The accident occurred as the victims were returning from a family function.

Thane Hospital Owner Claims 10 Lakh Cheating by Former Partners

Thane Hospital Owner Claims 10 Lakh Cheating by Former Partners

Rediff.com8 Mar 2026

Police in Thane have registered a case against two individuals accused of cheating a hospital owner of 10 lakh following a partnership dispute.

Karnataka Enhances Quantum Computing Capabilities with QpiAI System at IIIT Dharwad

Karnataka Enhances Quantum Computing Capabilities with QpiAI System at IIIT Dharwad

Rediff.com11 Mar 2026

The Karnataka government has announced the installation of a 25-qubit quantum computing system at the Indian Institute of Information Technology (IIIT), Dharwad and IIIT-Raichur, enhancing the state's quantum computing ecosystem.

Iran Army chief vows to avenge attack on IRIS Dena

Iran Army chief vows to avenge attack on IRIS Dena

Rediff.com14 Mar 2026

Major General Amir Hatami, commander-in-chief of the Iranian Army, condemned the attack on the vessel, one of the country's newest warships, which occurred while it was returning from a military exercise.

Pak forces kill around 600 Afghan Taliban in ongoing border clashes

Pak forces kill around 600 Afghan Taliban in ongoing border clashes

Rediff.com8 Mar 2026

Pakistan's security forces claim to have killed hundreds of Afghan Taliban operatives in an ongoing military operation along the border, launched in response to attacks on Pakistani locations.

'Today will be yet again our most intense day of strikes inside Iran': US

'Today will be yet again our most intense day of strikes inside Iran': US

Rediff.com10 Mar 2026

Despite the escalation in US military action, the War Secretary noted that Iran's missile response has declined in the last 24 hours.

Tracing Boong's Magical Journey

Tracing Boong's Magical Journey

Rediff.com11 Mar 2026

'In Manipur, we have this thing called shaman where you get possessed. Making Boong possessed us.'

Arjun Tendulkar, Saaniya Chandhok step into married life

Arjun Tendulkar, Saaniya Chandhok step into married life

Rediff.com5 Mar 2026

Arjun Tendulkar, son of cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar, married Saaniya Chandhok in a high-profile ceremony in Mumbai, attended by prominent figures from sports, entertainment, and politics.

Minutes before poll date announcement, Mamata rolls out sops

Minutes before poll date announcement, Mamata rolls out sops

Rediff.com15 Mar 2026

Political observers said the announcement assumes significance as the state prepares for the assembly elections, with political parties stepping up outreach to various community groups.

Suicide drone, missile strike hit radar and helipad at US embassy Baghdad

Suicide drone, missile strike hit radar and helipad at US embassy Baghdad

Rediff.com14 Mar 2026

In a further escalation of the assault on the heavily fortified site, a missile strike also reportedly targeted the "helipad" at the embassy, as documented by Al Jazeera.

Subedaar Review: Predictable

Subedaar Review: Predictable

Rediff.com5 Mar 2026

What Subedaar lacks is that element of surprise that makes a film worth the viewer's time and willingness to engage, observes Deepa Gahlot.

Putin speaks with Iran Prez amid war, calls for de-escalation

Putin speaks with Iran Prez amid war, calls for de-escalation

Rediff.com10 Mar 2026

Amidst escalating tensions in West Asia, Russian President Vladimir Putin is actively calling for de-escalation and political resolution, engaging with Iranian and US counterparts to navigate the complex conflict landscape.

2 more Indian ships safely cross Strait of Hormuz

2 more Indian ships safely cross Strait of Hormuz

Rediff.com14 Mar 2026

Two Indian ships carrying liquified petroleum gas (LPG) from the Gulf countries crossed the Strait of Hormuz early on Saturday morning, raising the number of Indian vessels safely passing through the war-hit, narrow shipping lane to three.

Army columns deployed in Meghalaya district after 2 killed in police firing

Army columns deployed in Meghalaya district after 2 killed in police firing

Rediff.com10 Mar 2026

Curfew and mobile internet suspension imposed in Meghalaya's West Garo Hills district following violence related to the Garo Hills Autonomous District Council (GHADC) election nomination process.

'Geopolitical Realities Have Turned Afghanistan And Pakistan Into Enemies'

'Geopolitical Realities Have Turned Afghanistan And Pakistan Into Enemies'

Rediff.com27 Feb 2026

'Islamabad feels it has no alternative, but to address the challenges from the Afghan-Taliban through an open war.'

Dream start for Mercedes as Russell wins Australian GP

Dream start for Mercedes as Russell wins Australian GP

Rediff.com8 Mar 2026

George Russell secured a dominant victory for Mercedes at the Australian Grand Prix, leading teammate Kimi Antonelli and overcoming an early challenge from Ferrari's Charles Leclerc.

Lavrov discusses Afghan-Pakistan tensions after strikes on Iran

Lavrov discusses Afghan-Pakistan tensions after strikes on Iran

Rediff.com6 Mar 2026

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov discussed tensions between Afghanistan and Pakistan with his Afghan counterpart, Amir Khan Mottaqi, following US-Israeli strikes on Iran, emphasising the need for political and diplomatic solutions.

Textile Recycling Market in India to Reach USD 3.5 Billion by 2030

Textile Recycling Market in India to Reach USD 3.5 Billion by 2030

Rediff.com10 Mar 2026

A new report indicates that India's textile recycling market is projected to reach USD 3.5 billion by 2030, potentially creating one lakh green jobs. The report highlights the current state of textile waste management and opportunities for circularity in the Indian textile industry.

ICC Suspends Javon Searles and Two Others Over Bim10 Corruption Breaches

ICC Suspends Javon Searles and Two Others Over Bim10 Corruption Breaches

Rediff.com12 Mar 2026

The ICC has provisionally suspended Javon Searles and two others linked to a franchise for breaches of the anti-corruption codes during the 2023-24 Bim10 tournament in Barbados.

Delhi Police Arrests 27 in Pan-India Cyber Fraud Operation

Delhi Police Arrests 27 in Pan-India Cyber Fraud Operation

Rediff.com1 Mar 2026

Delhi Police arrested 27 individuals across 11 states for involvement in cyber fraud cases exceeding Rs 1.5 crore, uncovering a network engaged in various scams including investment fraud and social media impersonation.

India-England T20 WC semi breaks global streaming record

India-England T20 WC semi breaks global streaming record

Rediff.com6 Mar 2026

The second semi-final of the T20 World Cup between India and England achieved a record-breaking peak concurrency of 65.2 million viewers on JioHotstar, marking a new global benchmark in digital sports viewership, according to the ICC.

Trump seeks allies' help in Strait of Hormuz; Japan, Australia say NO

Trump seeks allies' help in Strait of Hormuz; Japan, Australia say NO

Rediff.com16 Mar 2026

Amid escalating tensions with Iran, President Trump is urging nations dependent on Middle Eastern oil to deploy warships to the Strait of Hormuz to safeguard critical global energy supplies.

Stand firmly with Saudi Arabia, Pak PM tells MBS in 'restricted meeting'

Stand firmly with Saudi Arabia, Pak PM tells MBS in 'restricted meeting'

Rediff.com13 Mar 2026

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif met with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman to express Pakistan's support for the Kingdom amidst escalating tensions in West Asia, reaffirming their mutual defence pact and commitment to regional stability.

Jammu Police Boosts Electronic Surveillance Skills to Tackle Modern Crime

Jammu Police Boosts Electronic Surveillance Skills to Tackle Modern Crime

Rediff.com6 Mar 2026

Jammu Inspector General of Police (IGP) Bhim Sen Tuti highlighted the increasing importance of technology-driven investigation and electronic surveillance in addressing contemporary crimes, including terrorism, cyber offences, and organised criminal activities, during a training programme for police personnel.

US Business Schools Eye India Partnerships

US Business Schools Eye India Partnerships

Rediff.com12 Mar 2026

The outreach comes amid a drop in Indian student enrolments in management programmes at American universities last year, following changes to US student visa policies.

Arjun Tendulkar, Saaniya Seek Lord Ganesha's Blessings

Arjun Tendulkar, Saaniya Seek Lord Ganesha's Blessings

Rediff.com26 Feb 2026

In a quiet and spiritual ceremony ahead of their wedding celebrations, Arjun Tendulkar visited Jamnagar with his fiance Saaniya Chandok to seek the blessings of Lord Ganesha.

Man Held in MP for Teen's Murder; Cannibalism Allegations Surface

Man Held in MP for Teen's Murder; Cannibalism Allegations Surface

Rediff.com6 Mar 2026

A 58-year-old man has been arrested in Damoh, Madhya Pradesh, for allegedly murdering a 16-year-old boy. Police are investigating claims that the accused resorted to cannibalism after a video surfaced online.

President Witnesses IAF's Vayu Shakti

President Witnesses IAF's Vayu Shakti

Rediff.com28 Feb 2026

Vayu Shakti-2026 showcased the Indian Air Force's readiness for combat operations in both day and night conditions.

Online Cricket Betting Racket Busted in Delhi, Four Arrested

Online Cricket Betting Racket Busted in Delhi, Four Arrested

Rediff.com3 Mar 2026

Delhi Police have arrested four individuals for allegedly operating an illegal online cricket betting racket with connections to Dubai from Paschim Vihar.

West Bengal elections: BJP, Left put out first list; Suvendu to take on Mamata again

West Bengal elections: BJP, Left put out first list; Suvendu to take on Mamata again

Rediff.com16 Mar 2026

The BJP has released its first list of candidates for the West Bengal assembly polls, featuring Suvendu Adhikari against Mamata Banerjee in a high-stakes electoral battle. The Left Front has also announced its initial list of candidates, setting the stage for a crucial election.

Rinku Singh's Father Dies After Battle with Cancer

Rinku Singh's Father Dies After Battle with Cancer

Rediff.com27 Feb 2026

Indian cricketer Rinku Singh's father, Khanchand Singh, passed away in Greater Noida after battling advanced-stage liver cancer. Rinku had returned home from the T20 World Cup to see his ailing father and rejoined the team before their match against Zimbabwe.

TVS Ntorq 150 Review: Lightweight, Fast and Surprisingly Practical

TVS Ntorq 150 Review: Lightweight, Fast and Surprisingly Practical

Rediff.com14 Mar 2026

The TVS Ntorq 150 brings stronger performance, modern features and lightweight agility to India's growing performance scooter segment, discovers Rajesh Alva.

How Punjab is Winning the Fight Against Drug Trafficking

How Punjab is Winning the Fight Against Drug Trafficking

Rediff.com9 Mar 2026

Punjab's AAP government is aggressively tackling drug trafficking through strict enforcement, community involvement, and preventive education, resulting in significant arrests, seizures, and a high conviction rate.