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Nine Directors Arrested After Nagpur Explosives Factory Blast

Nine Directors Arrested After Nagpur Explosives Factory Blast

Rediff.com2 Mar 2026

Police in Nagpur have arrested nine directors of SBL Energy Limited following a deadly explosion at their explosives manufacturing facility that killed 18 workers. A case has been registered against 21 directors and shareholders, and an investigation is underway to determine the cause of the blast and identify safety violations.

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.

T20 World Cup: How NZ crushed South Africa in just 12.5 overs

T20 World Cup: How NZ crushed South Africa in just 12.5 overs

Rediff.com4 Mar 2026

Finn Allen's record-breaking century powered New Zealand to a dominant victory over South Africa in the T20 World Cup semi-final, securing their place in the final.

GESDA and CERN Partner to Ensure Quantum Computing Accessibility for All

GESDA and CERN Partner to Ensure Quantum Computing Accessibility for All

Rediff.com7 Mar 2026

The Open Quantum Institute, a joint initiative by GESDA and CERN, aims to ensure that quantum computing is accessible to all when it becomes widely available, fostering global collaboration and capacity building.

Timing or power? Abhishek Sharma drops a hint

Timing or power? Abhishek Sharma drops a hint

Rediff.com21 Jan 2026

Abhishek Sharma stressed the importance of adapting to conditions after playing a decisive role in India's opening T20I win against New Zealand in Nagpur on Wednesday.

JD-U leaders upset over Nitish exit, welcome son's entry

JD-U leaders upset over Nitish exit, welcome son's entry

Rediff.com7 Mar 2026

JD-U lawmakers voiced their concerns over Nitish Kumar's move to the Rajya Sabha, while also welcoming the imminent political debut of his son, Nishant, amidst speculation about the future leadership of the state.

EC tells SC it has power to conduct SIR of electoral rolls

EC tells SC it has power to conduct SIR of electoral rolls

Rediff.com6 Jan 2026

The Election Commission (EC) defended its power to revise electoral rolls and ensure no foreigners are registered as voters before the Supreme Court. The EC argued it has a constitutional duty to maintain the purity of electoral rolls and exclude those not eligible to vote.

Balen Shah set to be Nepal's youngest, first Madhesi PM

Balen Shah set to be Nepal's youngest, first Madhesi PM

Rediff.com8 Mar 2026

Rapper-turned-politician Balendra Shah's Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) is poised to form the next government in Nepal after a decisive victory in the general election, significantly impacting established political parties.

Suriya's Next Film Is Titled Vishwanath And Sons

Suriya's Next Film Is Titled Vishwanath And Sons

Rediff.com2 Mar 2026

Suriya's highly anticipated film, Vishwanath And Sons, is set to release in July 2026, and promises a heartwarming family drama.

T20 World Cup: No handshake? SA captain says it's bad for cricket

T20 World Cup: No handshake? SA captain says it's bad for cricket

Rediff.com2 Mar 2026

Temba Bavuma discusses the no-handshake policy in India-Pakistan cricket, South Africa's T20 World Cup chances, and Indian batters' struggles against spin.

How the Open Quantum Institute Plans to Make Quantum Computing Accessible to All

How the Open Quantum Institute Plans to Make Quantum Computing Accessible to All

Rediff.com7 Mar 2026

The Open Quantum Institute (OQI), a joint initiative by Geneva Science and Diplomacy Anticipator (GESDA) and CERN, aims to ensure equitable access to quantum computing when it becomes widely available, fostering international cooperation and addressing societal implications.

Murmu's 'upset' remark sparks spat with Mamata; Modi jumps in

Murmu's 'upset' remark sparks spat with Mamata; Modi jumps in

Rediff.com7 Mar 2026

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee escalates tensions ahead of assembly polls by accusing President Droupadi Murmu of political bias and criticising her stance on tribal welfare, sparking a major controversy.

Meet Neal Katyal, Indian-American lawyer who argued against Trump's tariffs

Meet Neal Katyal, Indian-American lawyer who argued against Trump's tariffs

Rediff.com21 Feb 2026

Neal Katyal, an accomplished Indian-American lawyer, triumphed in a landmark Supreme Court case against Donald Trump's tariffs, championing the Constitution and the rights of American small businesses.

India No 2: 8 Countries Growing Electric Rail Network

India No 2: 8 Countries Growing Electric Rail Network

Rediff.com2 Mar 2026

India's rail modernisation drive has reached a critical milestone. With electrification reaching 99.2 per cent, Indian Railways is among the world's leading rail systems.

XEV 9e Cineluxe @29.35L: Whats New

XEV 9e Cineluxe @29.35L: Whats New

Rediff.com3 Mar 2026

Mahindra pushes premium EV strategy with XEV 9e Cineluxe, blending luxury design, immersive technology and over 500 km range capability.

US Commerce Secretary's Surprise Delhi Visit

US Commerce Secretary's Surprise Delhi Visit

Rediff.com27 Feb 2026

'Engaged in very fruitful discussions to expand our trade and economic partnership.'

Missing Girl Found Dead in Odisha's Angul District

Missing Girl Found Dead in Odisha's Angul District

Rediff.com27 Feb 2026

A 12-year-old girl who had been missing for two days was found dead in Odisha's Angul district. Police are investigating the cause of death.

Sonia slams Centre's silence on Khamenei's killing

Sonia slams Centre's silence on Khamenei's killing

Rediff.com3 Mar 2026

Sonia Gandhi has criticised the Modi government's silence on the assassination of Iran's Supreme Leader, arguing it raises doubts about India's foreign policy direction and credibility.

Hydel power project on Chenab: Pak senator cries foul

Hydel power project on Chenab: Pak senator cries foul

Rediff.com29 Dec 2025

A Pakistani senator has warned that India's approval of a hydel power project on the Chenab River will further inflame tensions between the two countries, particularly in light of the suspended Indus Waters Treaty.

Kuwait shoots down 3 US F-15Es by mistake; drone hits Qatari sites

Kuwait shoots down 3 US F-15Es by mistake; drone hits Qatari sites

Rediff.com2 Mar 2026

The military command clarified in a statement published on X that the aircraft were engaged in error during active combat operations on Sunday.

Congress central leadership intervenes in DMK alliance discord

Congress central leadership intervenes in DMK alliance discord

Rediff.com18 Feb 2026

The Congress high command has intervened to manage discord within the DMK-Congress alliance in Tamil Nadu, following controversial remarks by state leaders regarding power-sharing demands.

T20 WC: Powell Sets Six-Hitting Record in Must-Win Clash Against India

T20 WC: Powell Sets Six-Hitting Record in Must-Win Clash Against India

Rediff.com1 Mar 2026

Rovman Powell becomes the first West Indies batter to hit 150 T20I sixes during a must-win T20 World Cup clash against India, surpassing Nicholas Pooran as Windies post 195/4 in Kolkata.

T20 World Cup: Can India Turn Super Eight Tension Into Triumph?

T20 World Cup: Can India Turn Super Eight Tension Into Triumph?

Rediff.com22 Feb 2026

It takes a lot of mental strength to play in front of nearly 100,000 people in Ahmedabad. Even the bravest can succumb to the tension.

'Who will work then?': SC slams freebies culture

'Who will work then?': SC slams freebies culture

Rediff.com19 Feb 2026

The court made the remarks while reviewing a petition from Tamil Nadu Power Distribution Corporation Ltd. regarding free electricity distribution policies.

East India Company Shuts Down Again

East India Company Shuts Down Again

Rediff.com27 Feb 2026

The East India Company, revived by Indian businessman Sanjiv Mehta in 2010, has ceased operations and entered liquidation, marking the end of its modern incarnation.

Mercedes's All-New V-Class redines 'private suite on wheels'

Mercedes's All-New V-Class redines 'private suite on wheels'

Rediff.com2 Mar 2026

The V-Class will be locally produced at the Mercedes facility in Chakan, near Pune, making it the second product, after the Mercedes-Maybach GLS, to begin local production.

Meta Flags DPDP Compliance Timeline Concerns

Meta Flags DPDP Compliance Timeline Concerns

Rediff.com4 Mar 2026

'We do have some concerns with the timeline being shortened from 18 to 12 months.'

Lakshya Sen Advances to All England Open Quarterfinals

Lakshya Sen Advances to All England Open Quarterfinals

Rediff.com5 Mar 2026

Lakshya Sen defeated Hong Kong's Ng Ka Long Angus to reach the men's singles quarterfinals of the All England Open Badminton Championships.

Lakshya Sen Advances to All England Open Quarterfinals

Lakshya Sen Advances to All England Open Quarterfinals

Rediff.com5 Mar 2026

Lakshya Sen defeated Ng Ka Long Angus of Hong Kong to reach the men's singles quarterfinals of the All England Open Badminton Championships.

T20 World Cup: 'Calm, Composed, Class': Shastri on Sanju Samson

T20 World Cup: 'Calm, Composed, Class': Shastri on Sanju Samson

Rediff.com2 Mar 2026

Ravi Shastri praises Sanju Samson's defining innings, highlighting his calmness, composure, and class under pressure in a crucial knockout contest.

Somnath@1,000: The Power Of Unbroken Faith

Somnath@1,000: The Power Of Unbroken Faith

Rediff.com5 Jan 2026

If the Somnath temple, which was attacked 1,000 years ago and faced continuous attacks thereon, could rise again and again, then we can surely restore our great nation to the glory it embodied 1,000 years ago before the invasions, asserts Narendra Modi.

Pakistan's Sahibzada Farhan breaks Virat Kohli's T20 World Cup record

Pakistan's Sahibzada Farhan breaks Virat Kohli's T20 World Cup record

Rediff.com28 Feb 2026

Pakistan batter Sahibzada Farhan created history in Pallekele on Thursday, surpassing batting great Virat Kohli for most runs in a single edition of the T20 World Cup.

It's official! Nitish to move to Rajya Sabha, to quit as Bihar CM

It's official! Nitish to move to Rajya Sabha, to quit as Bihar CM

Rediff.com5 Mar 2026

Nitish Kumar's decision to contest the Rajya Sabha elections signals the end of his long-standing tenure as Bihar's Chief Minister, paving the way for a potential BJP leader to take the helm.

Valeo's India play: Rs 2,150 cr investment, 3x sales by 2028

Valeo's India play: Rs 2,150 cr investment, 3x sales by 2028

Rediff.com19 Feb 2026

French automotive component maker Valeo on Wednesday said it will invest over Rs 2,150 crore in India and treble its annual sales in the country to around Rs 7,510 crore by 2028.

US announces 126% duty on imports of Indian...

US announces 126% duty on imports of Indian...

Rediff.com26 Feb 2026

The United States has announced a preliminary countervailing duty of 125.87 per cent on imports of certain Indian solar goods, alleging unfair subsidisation. This move could impact India's renewable energy sector and its efforts to boost domestic solar manufacturing.

T20 World Cup semifinal: Managing to scrape along is sign of a good side, says Harry Brook

T20 World Cup semifinal: Managing to scrape along is sign of a good side, says Harry Brook

Rediff.com3 Mar 2026

England captain Harry Brook expresses confidence in his team's ability to defeat India in the T20 World Cup semifinal, highlighting their resilience and the potential of their top-order batters.

Major reshuffle in Bangladesh army, India adviser called back

Major reshuffle in Bangladesh army, India adviser called back

Rediff.com23 Feb 2026

Following the new government's assumption of power, the Bangladesh Army has undergone a significant reshuffle, including the appointment of a new Chief of General Staff and changes in key strategic commands.

57% Americans disapprove of Trump's performance: Poll

57% Americans disapprove of Trump's performance: Poll

Rediff.com5 Mar 2026

A new poll indicates that President Donald Trump's approval rating is suffering as economic anxieties and the rising cost of living weigh heavily on US voters, revealing deep political divides and widespread dissatisfaction with the government.

China hikes defence budget by 7% to $277 billion

China hikes defence budget by 7% to $277 billion

Rediff.com5 Mar 2026

China's latest defence budget surges to $275 billion, fueling its ambitious military modernisation program and intensifying geopolitical dynamics in the region.

Historic! Jammu and Kashmir overpower Karnataka to win first Ranji Trophy title

Historic! Jammu and Kashmir overpower Karnataka to win first Ranji Trophy title

Rediff.com28 Feb 2026

Jammu and Kashmir scripted an extraordinary tale of resilience in Indian domestic cricket to claim their maiden Ranji Trophy title by out-batting traditional heavyweights Karnataka in the final in Hubbali on Saturday.