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Kolkata ThunderBlades, Goa Challengers Dominate Ultimate Table Tennis

Kolkata ThunderBlades, Goa Challengers Dominate Ultimate Table Tennis

Rediff.com5 days ago

HVR Kolkata ThunderBlades secured a dominant 10-5 victory over UP Prometheans, while Dempo Goa Challengers maintained their unbeaten record in the Ultimate Table Tennis league.

Three Arrested In Delhi Teenager Murder Case

Three Arrested In Delhi Teenager Murder Case

Rediff.com2 Jun 2026

Delhi Police have apprehended three individuals, including two juveniles, in connection with the fatal stabbing of a 17-year-old boy in New Usmanpur.

Elderly man whose family perished in Delhi blaze dies

Elderly man whose family perished in Delhi blaze dies

Rediff.com9 Jun 2026

His entire family, including his wife, their chartered accountant son Vivek Aggarwal, daughter-in-law and two grandchildren, was killed on June 3 in the Hauz Rani fire in Delhi.

Teenager Fatally Stabbed In New Usmanpur, Delhi

Teenager Fatally Stabbed In New Usmanpur, Delhi

Rediff.com2 Jun 2026

A 17-year-old boy was stabbed to death in northeast Delhi's New Usmanpur area, police said on Tuesday. The police are investigating the incident and examining CCTV footage.

Naveen Rathi And Ayesha Gupta Crowned Champions At NCR Cup Junior And Amateur Golf Tournament

Naveen Rathi And Ayesha Gupta Crowned Champions At NCR Cup Junior And Amateur Golf Tournament

Rediff.com7 days ago

Naveen Rathi successfully defended his Category A boys' title, and Ayesha Gupta won the girls' crown at the 25th NCR Cup Junior and Amateur Golf tournament in Manesar. The event, organised by the Delhi Golf Society, saw over 160 participants, with other categories also witnessing strong performances from emerging talents like Arush and Unnati Singh.

Press freedom can't shield irresponsible journalism: HC

Press freedom can't shield irresponsible journalism: HC

Rediff.com7 days ago

The Delhi High Court has highlighted the need for a regulatory framework for the media, stating that freedom of the press cannot be a shield for irresponsible journalism or content that endangers public order. Justice Girish Kathpalia expressed concern over the unregulated nature of a significant section of the media, especially with the rise of social media, and stressed the importance of restraint, fairness, and responsibility. The court also criticised "self-styled reporters" for aggressive tactics and selective reporting that can deepen social divisions, while granting bail to two men accused of assaulting freelancers.

Gen Z Protesters Share Survival Hacks: Offline Maps, Tear Gas Antidotes

Gen Z Protesters Share Survival Hacks: Offline Maps, Tear Gas Antidotes

Rediff.com1 days ago

Social media is abuzz with Gen Z protest survival tips, including how to navigate Internet shutdowns with offline maps and Bluetooth apps, and remedies for tear gas exposure, as 'cockroach movement' protesters continue their demonstrations at Jantar Mantar.

Delhi Police Uncover Major Fake Helicopter Booking Scam Targeting Pilgrims

Delhi Police Uncover Major Fake Helicopter Booking Scam Targeting Pilgrims

Rediff.com11 Jun 2026

Delhi Police have arrested three individuals, including a B.Tech student, for allegedly operating fake helicopter booking websites that defrauded pilgrims across India. The accused created fraudulent sites impersonating legitimate travel platforms, luring customers with online ads, and are linked to nearly 30 complaints totalling Rs 10 lakh in fraud.

3 Idiots not based on Sonam Wangchuk: Aamir Khan

3 Idiots not based on Sonam Wangchuk: Aamir Khan

Rediff.com7 days ago

Bollywood actor Aamir Khan has clarified that his character Phunsukh Wangdu in the film "3 Idiots" was not based on activist Sonam Wangchuk, addressing a widespread misconception. Khan expressed concern over Wangchuk's ongoing hunger strike in Delhi, urging him to end it for his health.

Delhi Teenager Dies After Amar Colony Shooting

Delhi Teenager Dies After Amar Colony Shooting

Rediff.com1 Jun 2026

A 17-year-old boy, Sai Kumar, who was shot in the head at an eatery in Delhi's Amar Colony last week, has died from his injuries. Police have apprehended a 16-year-old suspect and are investigating the involvement of others in the incident, which allegedly stemmed from a confrontation after the accused passed remarks at the victim's female friend.

Delhi Police Launches Probe Into Sophisticated CBSE Portal Cyberattacks

Delhi Police Launches Probe Into Sophisticated CBSE Portal Cyberattacks

Rediff.com5 Jun 2026

Delhi Police has initiated an investigation into "coordinated" and "sophisticated" cyberattacks targeting the CBSE's post-result services portal, which was set up for Class 12 answer sheet verification. The CBSE filed a complaint after detecting malicious traffic from various IP addresses, though it confirmed that all attacks were mitigated and no data breach occurred. This incident follows student complaints regarding discrepancies in scanned answer sheets.

NITI Aayog Index Reveals No State Achieves 'Top Performer' Status in Investment Friendliness

NITI Aayog Index Reveals No State Achieves 'Top Performer' Status in Investment Friendliness

Rediff.com6 days ago

NITI Aayog's inaugural Investment Friendliness Index, scoring 36 states and Union Territories on 84 indicators across eight pillars, revealed that no state or UT reached a score of 60 out of 100, indicating significant room for improvement in attracting investment.

Govt ready, Opposition running away from NEET debate: Rijiju

Govt ready, Opposition running away from NEET debate: Rijiju

Rediff.com1 days ago

Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju has accused the Opposition of setting pre-conditions for a debate on the critical NEET paper leak issue, stating that the government is ready for a comprehensive discussion.

Rhiya Ahir: 'I'd Rather Die A Martyr Than Be Helpless'

Rhiya Ahir: 'I'd Rather Die A Martyr Than Be Helpless'

Rediff.com1 days ago

'When you are standing for what the Constitution guarantees you, you are not alone.'

Delhi Police Cracks Murder Case With Cross-Border Manhunt

Delhi Police Cracks Murder Case With Cross-Border Manhunt

Rediff.com5 Jun 2026

Delhi Police have arrested Suman Kumar Jha, accused of murdering Ramesh Yadav in northwest Delhi. The arrest came after a two-month-long manhunt that involved tracking Jha across multiple states and to Nepal, where he had fled. Jha confessed to attacking Yadav with a stone after a quarrel.

Modi 'most anti-youth' PM: Rahul slams police action against CJP protesters

Modi 'most anti-youth' PM: Rahul slams police action against CJP protesters

Rediff.com4 days ago

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Monday dubbed Prime Minister Narendra Modi as the "most anti-youth" PM in the country's history as he accused the government of not just failing the youth but also pouncing on them.

How Delhi Police Uncovered A Major Cyber Fraud Network

How Delhi Police Uncovered A Major Cyber Fraud Network

Rediff.com6 Jun 2026

Delhi Police have dismantled an interstate cyber fraud syndicate, arresting three key operatives involved in siphoning off money through unauthorised banking transactions. The police successfully froze approximately Rs 4 lakh of the Rs 4.82 lakh stolen from a victim's account and recovered numerous debit cards, SIM cards, and mobile phones used in the operation.

Motorcycle-Borne Robbers Loot Rs 1.5 Crore In Daring Delhi Heist

Motorcycle-Borne Robbers Loot Rs 1.5 Crore In Daring Delhi Heist

Rediff.com11 Jun 2026

Two employees of a building material trader were robbed of Rs 1.5 crore at gunpoint by motorcycle-borne men in north Delhi's Sarai Rohilla area. The incident, captured on CCTV, is under investigation by multiple police teams.

Motorcycle-Borne Robbers Loot Rs 1.5 Crore In Daring Delhi Heist

Motorcycle-Borne Robbers Loot Rs 1.5 Crore In Daring Delhi Heist

Rediff.com11 Jun 2026

Two employees of a building material trader were robbed of Rs 1.5 crore at gunpoint by motorcycle-borne men in north Delhi's Sarai Rohilla area. The incident, captured on CCTV, is under investigation by multiple police teams.

What Delhi CM Rekha Gupta Is Doing For Kangana Ranaut's Bharat Bhhagya Viddhaata

What Delhi CM Rekha Gupta Is Doing For Kangana Ranaut's Bharat Bhhagya Viddhaata

Rediff.com10 Jun 2026

'The real Bharat Bhhagya Viddhaata are the citizens of our country.' 'The Delhi government will make the film tax-free in the city so that every citizen is able to watch it.'

What's Delcy Rodriguez Doing In Delhi?

What's Delcy Rodriguez Doing In Delhi?

Rediff.com4 Jun 2026

Venezuela's Interim President Delcy Rodriguez is in New Delhi on her sixth visit to India.

Top education ministry officials shifted amid nationwide protests

Top education ministry officials shifted amid nationwide protests

Rediff.com7 hours ago

The Indian education ministry has undergone a significant reshuffle of top officials, including the removal of higher education secretary Vineet Joshi, amidst widespread controversies surrounding NEET-UG paper leaks and CBSE digital evaluation glitches, with the opposition demanding the resignation of Minister Dharmendra Pradhan.

Sports Ministry Grants Conditional Recognition To Interim Judo Federation

Sports Ministry Grants Conditional Recognition To Interim Judo Federation

Rediff.com14 Jul 2026

The Sports Ministry has granted conditional recognition to the interim Executive Committee of the Judo Federation of India (JFI), which was elected following a Delhi High Court order. The recognition is subject to the outcome of ongoing court cases and strict compliance with the National Sports Governance Act, with warnings of suspension or revocation for irregularities. The JFI is required to amend its constitution, conduct final elections, and submit monthly compliance reports.

Pradhan's resignation non-negotiable, stir to continue: CJP

Pradhan's resignation non-negotiable, stir to continue: CJP

Rediff.com1 days ago

The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) chief spokesperson Saurav Das has termed Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation 'non-negotiable' amidst ongoing protests over the NEET-UG paper leak, while Union Health Minister JP Nadda has called for an in-depth discussion on the issue in Parliament.

MEA Confirms 13 Foreign Nationals Died In Delhi Hotel Fire

MEA Confirms 13 Foreign Nationals Died In Delhi Hotel Fire

Rediff.com5 Jun 2026

The Ministry of External Affairs confirmed that 13 foreign nationals were among the 21 people who died in a recent hotel fire in south Delhi. The MEA is coordinating with respective embassies to provide assistance.

This is what I fight for. The flag. My country: P V Sindhu

This is what I fight for. The flag. My country: P V Sindhu

Rediff.com5 days ago

P V Sindhu secured the Japan Open women's singles title, defeating Akane Yamaguchi in straight games.

Delhi Police Busts AI-Powered Blackmail Ring Targeting Women

Delhi Police Busts AI-Powered Blackmail Ring Targeting Women

Rediff.com8 Jun 2026

Delhi Police have arrested Sourav, a 30-year-old man, for allegedly using AI-generated morphed images to blackmail young women and extort money. He would pose as a job provider, obtain resumes, and then manipulate screenshots from video calls to create obscene images for extortion. The arrest followed a complaint from a 19-year-old victim who was repeatedly blackmailed.

Delhi Court Remands Man In D-Company, ISI Nexus Probe

Delhi Court Remands Man In D-Company, ISI Nexus Probe

Rediff.com4 Jun 2026

A Delhi court has remanded Huzaifa Farooque Ahmed Hashmi to five days' police custody following his arrest by the Delhi Police Special Cell and Maharashtra ATS. He is accused of having links with a D-Company operative and Pakistan's ISI, with investigators presenting evidence of his contact with a Pakistan-based operative. The case is part of a broader probe into the alleged Mumbai underworld-Pakistan ISI nexus.

Shootout In South Delhi: Prince Tewatia Gang Members Arrested

Shootout In South Delhi: Prince Tewatia Gang Members Arrested

Rediff.com6 Jun 2026

Three alleged members of the Prince Tewatia gang were arrested in south Delhi after an exchange of fire with the police. Two accused sustained injuries, and the gang members were wanted in connection with an extortion-linked firing incident.

How Delhi Police Uncovered A Rs 5.5 Lakh Job Scam

How Delhi Police Uncovered A Rs 5.5 Lakh Job Scam

Rediff.com12 Jun 2026

Delhi Police's Economic Offences Wing has arrested Manish Kumar for allegedly defrauding over 20 unemployed youths of Rs 5.5 lakh by falsely promising contractual jobs at GTB Hospital. Kumar, a B.Sc in nursing, used his alleged connections to gain trust before collecting security deposits, then disappeared when jobs didn't materialise.

How Delhi Police Uncovered A Rs 15 Lakh Credit Card Scam

How Delhi Police Uncovered A Rs 15 Lakh Credit Card Scam

Rediff.com11 Jun 2026

Delhi Police have arrested three individuals for allegedly defrauding a resident of Rs 15.26 lakh by promising to increase his credit card limit. The fraudsters used mule bank accounts to channel the illicit funds, and police recovered several devices used in the crime.

Delhi blaze brings ignored HC warning back in focus

Delhi blaze brings ignored HC warning back in focus

Rediff.com3 Jun 2026

Nearly five months before a hotel fire in south Delhi killed at least 21 people, the Delhi high court had directed authorities to formulate an action plan to strengthen fire safety norms in hospitality establishments.

Twisha Sharma death: AIIMS report confirms belt matched neck injuries

Twisha Sharma death: AIIMS report confirms belt matched neck injuries

Rediff.com12 Jul 2026

The AIIMS Delhi medical board has submitted a critical forensic report to the CBI, confirming that the alleged ligature material in the Twisha Sharma death case matched injury patterns, providing crucial evidence for the ongoing investigation.

Women Owners Employ More Women

Women Owners Employ More Women

Rediff.com14 Jul 2026

In cities where women own a larger share of small businesses, women also account for a larger share of jobs.

Vehicle Thieves Arrested In Delhi, Stolen Cars Recovered

Vehicle Thieves Arrested In Delhi, Stolen Cars Recovered

Rediff.com1 Jun 2026

Delhi Police have arrested two vehicle thieves involved in stealing and selling cars across Delhi, Punjab, and Rajasthan. Eight stolen vehicles were recovered during the operation.

NEET row: Mumbai cop shunted after drug threat to student protesters

NEET row: Mumbai cop shunted after drug threat to student protesters

Rediff.com1 days ago

The Mumbai police on Thursday ordered a probe and removed a police driver from the duty roster after a viral video purportedly showed him threatening student protesters with false narcotics charges if they returned to demonstrate.

Sales Director Arrested For Ramming Traffic Cop In Delhi

Sales Director Arrested For Ramming Traffic Cop In Delhi

Rediff.com13 Jun 2026

A sales director, Md Mubashshir Abbas, has been arrested in New Delhi for allegedly ramming his SUV into a traffic policeman and fleeing the scene after being stopped for a violation. The incident, which occurred on June 10, led to a two-day manhunt by the Crime Branch, who eventually apprehended Abbas from his workplace. He reportedly confessed to intentionally striking the officer to evade checking while running late for work.

India summons Iran envoys, protests strikes on vessels in Hormuz

India summons Iran envoys, protests strikes on vessels in Hormuz

Rediff.com14 Jul 2026

India has lodged a 'strong protest' with Iran over recent strikes on commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz, which resulted in the death of one Indian sailor and injuries to several others, calling for an immediate cessation of hostilities and a return to diplomatic engagement.

'Too little, too late': Cong on PM's announcements to check paper leaks

'Too little, too late': Cong on PM's announcements to check paper leaks

Rediff.com1 days ago

The Congress party has criticised Prime Minister Narendra Modi's announcement of fast-track courts for paper leak cases, calling it "too little, too late" and a "deceptive" measure. The party demands accountability from the Modi government for its alleged failures in preventing and investigating paper leaks, specifically citing issues with the NEET-UG and UGC-NET investigations.

Delhi fire: Hotel owner arrested, booked for culpable homicide

Delhi fire: Hotel owner arrested, booked for culpable homicide

Rediff.com4 Jun 2026

The owner of a hotel in Malviya Nagar, Delhi, where a devastating fire killed 21 people, has been arrested. Lavkesh Bajaj faces charges of culpable homicide as investigations reveal the hotel allegedly operated without a fire NOC, exceeded its permitted capacity, and violated safety norms, including having only one entry-exit point.