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IFL: Dempo secure first win of the season; Rajasthan United FC Snatch Late Win

IFL: Dempo secure first win of the season; Rajasthan United FC Snatch Late Win

Rediff.com7 Apr 2026

Naoba Meitei's dramatic stoppage-time goal gave Rajasthan United FC a 1-0 victory over Gokulam Kerala FC in a closely contested Indian Football League match.

US, Iran likely to resume talks in Islamabad next week

US, Iran likely to resume talks in Islamabad next week

Rediff.com7 days ago

The United States and Iran could resume negotiations as early as next week in Islamabad, according to a report by The Wall Street Journal citing people familiar with the matter.

US missile-destroyer intercepts Iranian ship amid naval blockade

US missile-destroyer intercepts Iranian ship amid naval blockade

Rediff.com25 Apr 2026

The United States Central Command confirmed that the USS Rafael Peralta intercepted an Iranian-flagged ship, enforcing a maritime blockade against Iran. The US military is prepared to resume major combat operations if ordered by the President.

Gang Sharpshooter Zubair Killed In UP Encounter

Gang Sharpshooter Zubair Killed In UP Encounter

Rediff.com3 days ago

An alleged sharpshooter of the Munir gang, carrying a reward of Rs 1 lakh on his arrest in a murder case, was killed in an encounter with the Uttar Pradesh STF in Meerut on Tuesday.

Nupur Kumrawat Secures Gold At Shooting Championship

Nupur Kumrawat Secures Gold At Shooting Championship

Rediff.com4 days ago

Madhya Pradesh's Nupur Kumrawat won the 50m rifle prone women's event at the 24th Kumar Surendra Singh Memorial Shooting Championship. Tamil Nadu's MA Akschadha Aiswarya secured the junior and youth women's titles.

Nashik Court Remands TCS Employee In Harassment Case

Nashik Court Remands TCS Employee In Harassment Case

Rediff.com7 days ago

A Nashik court has remanded Nida Khan, an employee of Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), in police custody until May 11 in connection with a sexual harassment and religious coercion case. The police are investigating allegations of forced religious conversion and potential links to other conversion rackets.

India Imports 361,000 Tonnes Of LPG From US

India Imports 361,000 Tonnes Of LPG From US

Rediff.com4 May 2026

'Historically, India has depended on the Middle Eastern Gulf for nearly 90 per cent of its LPG imports. Shifting to alternative suppliers is not something that can happen quickly.'

TMC Accuses Election Commission Of Partisan Conduct In Bengal Polls

TMC Accuses Election Commission Of Partisan Conduct In Bengal Polls

Rediff.com7 days ago

TMC leader Abhishek Banerjee has questioned the credibility of the West Bengal assembly polls, accusing the Election Commission of partisan conduct and alleging large-scale irregularities during the elections.

Odisha Congress Calls For All-Party Meet On Crime Surge

Odisha Congress Calls For All-Party Meet On Crime Surge

Rediff.com4 days ago

The Odisha Congress has called on Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi to convene an all-party meeting to address the increasing crime rate in the state. Protests have erupted following recent incidents, including a lynching, with demands for accountability from senior police officers.

Maha to cooperate in NEET paper leak probe: Fadnavis

Maha to cooperate in NEET paper leak probe: Fadnavis

Rediff.com2 days ago

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has assured full cooperation in the CBI probe into the NEET paper leak case, following the arrest of a suspect from Nashik. The NEET (UG) 2024 exam was cancelled amid allegations of irregularities, leaving over 22 lakh medical aspirants anxious.

LDF To Attend UDF Oath Ceremony, Vows To Be Responsible Opposition

LDF To Attend UDF Oath Ceremony, Vows To Be Responsible Opposition

Rediff.com22 hours ago

CPI(M) state secretary M V Govindan announced that the LDF will attend the UDF's oath-taking ceremony, signalling a shift from the Congress-led front's boycott in 2021. The LDF aims to be a responsible opposition, supporting correct actions and criticising errors. Pinarayi Vijayan's selection as opposition leader was unanimous. The party is analysing the reasons for their defeat in the Assembly polls and plans to take corrective measures.

Govt hikes windfall tax on diesel to Rs 55.5/litre, ATF to Rs 42/litre

Govt hikes windfall tax on diesel to Rs 55.5/litre, ATF to Rs 42/litre

Rediff.com11 Apr 2026

The Indian government has increased the export duty, or windfall tax, on diesel to Rs 55.5 per litre and on aviation fuel (ATF) to Rs 42 a litre, effective immediately, to boost domestic availability and prevent exporters from exploiting global price differences.

Political Violence Unacceptable, Say US Lawmakers After Trump Evacuation

Political Violence Unacceptable, Say US Lawmakers After Trump Evacuation

Rediff.com26 Apr 2026

Following a shooting incident near the White House Correspondents' Dinner, US lawmakers from both parties condemned political violence, with President Trump calling for national unity.

Just inches away from...: Iran blames US for failed talks

Just inches away from...: Iran blames US for failed talks

Rediff.com13 Apr 2026

Iran blames the US for 'maximalism' and 'shifting goalposts' leading to the collapse of the Islamabad talks.

Man And Sister-In-Law Detained In UP Woman's Death

Man And Sister-In-Law Detained In UP Woman's Death

Rediff.com4 days ago

A man and his sister-in-law have been detained in connection with the death of his wife, whose body was found at her home in Jalaun district, Uttar Pradesh.

Five workers killed in MP firecracker factory blast; owner held

Five workers killed in MP firecracker factory blast; owner held

Rediff.com1 days ago

An explosion at a firecracker factory in Madhya Pradesh's Dewas district resulted in multiple fatalities and injuries, prompting investigations and government action.

Kolkata police review security ahead of Bengal CM's meeting

Kolkata police review security ahead of Bengal CM's meeting

Rediff.com5 days ago

Kolkata Police Commissioner Ajay Nand inspected Nabanna and surrounding areas ahead of West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari's first administrative meeting.

HC puts child's welfare first, refuses to send 10-year-old to Canada

HC puts child's welfare first, refuses to send 10-year-old to Canada

Rediff.com1 May 2026

The Madhya Pradesh High Court has refused to send a 10-year-old girl to Canada to join her father, stating that a child's welfare is paramount, even over a foreign court's order.

Won't allow Iran to impose tolls on Strait of Hormuz: Trump

Won't allow Iran to impose tolls on Strait of Hormuz: Trump

Rediff.com11 Apr 2026

Trump criticised Iran for attempting to use international waterways for leverage, stating that the United States had restrained itself only to allow space for negotiations.

Illegal Structures Of AIMIM Corporator Demolished

Illegal Structures Of AIMIM Corporator Demolished

Rediff.com3 days ago

Authorities in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar demolished illegal constructions belonging to AIMIM corporator Matin Patel, who is accused of harbouring Nida Khan, wanted in connection with a Nashik TCS case.

Iran files formal complaint with UN over ship seizures, accuses US of 'piracy'

Iran files formal complaint with UN over ship seizures, accuses US of 'piracy'

Rediff.com29 Apr 2026

Iran has lodged a formal complaint with the United Nations, accusing the US of engaging in 'piracy' following the seizure of Iranian vessels. The complaint was detailed in a letter sent by Iran's UN envoy to the UN Secretary-General and the Security Council.

Man Arrested For Murdering Woman Who Rejected Him In Thane

Man Arrested For Murdering Woman Who Rejected Him In Thane

Rediff.com1 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.

Maharashtra Revenue Officials Arrested For Alleged Bribery

Maharashtra Revenue Officials Arrested For Alleged Bribery

Rediff.com1 days ago

Two women staffers of the revenue department have been arrested for allegedly demanding and accepting a bribe of Rs 20,000 to update land records in Maharashtra's Ratnagiri district, officials said on Friday.

Former F1 driver and Paralympic champ Alex Zanardi passes away

Former F1 driver and Paralympic champ Alex Zanardi passes away

Rediff.com2 May 2026

Former Formula One driver Alex Zanardi, who lost both legs in a racing crash and went on to win Paralympic gold medals, has died at the age of 59.

Trump says his mother had a crush on King Charles amid palpable tension

Trump says his mother had a crush on King Charles amid palpable tension

Rediff.com29 Apr 2026

Despite outward displays of cordiality, a formal visit by King Charles III to the US revealed underlying tensions between the leaders, highlighted by subtle rebukes and contrasting views on key issues.

Enemies Beware! India's Missile Power Gets A Boost

Enemies Beware! India's Missile Power Gets A Boost

Rediff.com5 days ago

Three milestones in three days signal India's growing mastery in next-generation strategic technologies spanning nuclear deterrence, hypersonic propulsion and precision stand-off strike capability.

Mumbai Police Nab Two With Heroin Worth Rs 3.82 Crore

Mumbai Police Nab Two With Heroin Worth Rs 3.82 Crore

Rediff.com4 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.

Global Leaders React To Shooting At White House Correspondents' Dinner

Global Leaders React To Shooting At White House Correspondents' Dinner

Rediff.com26 Apr 2026

World leaders have expressed their relief and condemnation following a shooting incident at the White House Correspondents' Dinner, emphasising that political violence has no place in a democracy.

Rajasthan United snatch late win against Namdhari Sports Academy

Rajasthan United snatch late win against Namdhari Sports Academy

Rediff.com13 Mar 2026

Rajasthan United defeated Namdhari Sports Academy 3-2 in a thrilling I-League match, with Amadou Soukouna scoring the decisive goal in injury time.

India's M&A market resilient, poised for $200 billion annual run-rate

India's M&A market resilient, poised for $200 billion annual run-rate

Rediff.com5 days ago

India's mergers and acquisitions (M&A) market is projected to maintain an annual run-rate of approximately $200 billion, evenly split between domestic, inbound, and outbound transactions, despite global geopolitical turbulence, according to Rajesh Singhi, global co-head, M&A Advisory, Standard Chartered Bank.

US raises concerns over India's data protection, internet shutdown policies

US raises concerns over India's data protection, internet shutdown policies

Rediff.com10 Apr 2026

The United States Trade Representative (USTR) has expressed concerns that India's Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Act, particularly the lack of a deemed consent mechanism for credit information companies, and the Information Technology (IT) Rules of 2021, along with frequent internet shutdowns, could negatively impact the ability of US companies to operate and trade in India.

TN Welfare Push Raises Fiscal Risks For New Government

TN Welfare Push Raises Fiscal Risks For New Government

Rediff.com4 May 2026

Amid the arithmetic of subsidies, consumption and capacity, whichever government assumes office in Tamil Nadu after May 4 is likely to inherit a growing debate over how far the state can continue to expand welfare promises without placing additional strain on public finances and the power sector.

Haryana Rights Body Seeks Report On Prison Suicides, Violence

Haryana Rights Body Seeks Report On Prison Suicides, Violence

Rediff.com1 days ago

The Haryana Human Rights Commission has taken suo motu cognisance of increasing incidents of suicides, unnatural deaths, violence, mental health issues, overcrowding and inadequate psychological support systems in state prisons.

US Returns Millions Worth Of Stolen Antiquities To India

US Returns Millions Worth Of Stolen Antiquities To India

Rediff.com30 Apr 2026

The United States has returned 657 antiquities, valued at nearly USD 14 million, to India after recovering them from trafficking networks. The artifacts were recovered following investigations into networks linked to Subhash Kapoor and Nancy Wiener.

Maharashtra minister seeks probe into AIMIM's role in TCS case

Maharashtra minister seeks probe into AIMIM's role in TCS case

Rediff.com7 days ago

Maharashtra minister Sanjay Shirsat has called for a police investigation into the alleged involvement of AIMIM and its ex-MP Imtiaz Jaleel in the Nashik TCS case, following the arrest of accused Nida Khan. Shirsat alleges AIMIM is encouraging religious conversions and that Khan is part of a larger network.

Delhi Police Busts Fake Mobile Accessories Racket

Delhi Police Busts Fake Mobile Accessories Racket

Rediff.com5 days ago

Delhi Police dismantled a counterfeit mobile phone accessories manufacturing and packaging operation in central and west Delhi, arresting two individuals involved in selling fake products under well-known brand names.

Iranian FM Araghchi arrives in India for BRICS summit; to meet Jaishankar

Iranian FM Araghchi arrives in India for BRICS summit; to meet Jaishankar

Rediff.com2 days ago

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi is in India for a BRICS foreign ministers' meeting, where discussions will focus on the escalating crisis in West Asia and its impact on global energy supply chains.

'Racist trash': Trump slammed for 'hellhole' remark targeting India

'Racist trash': Trump slammed for 'hellhole' remark targeting India

Rediff.com24 Apr 2026

Democrat leaders have criticised US President Donald Trump for referring to India and other countries as 'hellholes', accusing him of amplifying 'racist trash' on social media.

TCS Harassment Case: Nida Khan In Police Custody Until May 11

TCS Harassment Case: Nida Khan In Police Custody Until May 11

Rediff.com7 days ago

A Nashik court has remanded Nida Khan, an accused in the Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) sexual harassment and religious coercion case, in police custody until May 11. Khan, a TCS employee, was arrested after being on the run since the case emerged.

Two Women Held For Stealing Gold Ornaments In Thane

Two Women Held For Stealing Gold Ornaments In Thane

Rediff.com1 days ago

Thane Crime Branch arrests two women for allegedly stealing gold ornaments from citizens, solving nine cases and recovering jewellery worth Rs 37.19 lakh.